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Gordon Chandler Furniture

American, b. 1953
GORDON CHANDLER b. 1953, Springfield, MA American sculptor Gordon Chandler first studied sculpture at Maine’s Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in sculpture from Syracuse University and a Master of Fine Arts in sculpture from the University of Massachusetts. In 1976, he founded W&P Builders for the manufacture of welded steel woodstoves. Renowned for his work with salvaged metal, Chandler has exhibited his sculpture and functional art across the country, including nearly yearly participation in Chicago’s Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art Exhibition since 1997. He is well known for his series of steel drum kimonos, buck heads, and reclaimed metal furniture. His work can be found in public and private collections across the country.
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Creator: Gordon Chandler
"Hot Water Kimono, " Found Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Hot Water Kimono, " Found Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Hot Water Kimono, " Found Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures forme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

"Royal Blue Jacket, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Royal Blue Jacket, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Royal Blue Jacket, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures forme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

"Matte Red Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Matte Red Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Matte Red Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures formed from found metal scraps. With an eye to the aesthetic possibilities of this humble material, Chandler invests the reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form. Flattened with the center portion rolled out, this discarded barrel takes on the look of a traditional kimono...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

"Red Hem Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Red Hem Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Red Hem Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures forme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

"Yellow Stag" Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Yellow Stag" Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Yellow Stag" Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures forme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

"Corrugated Wrap, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Corrugated Wrap, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Corrugated Wrap, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

"Buck Head, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
"Buck Head, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

"Buck Head, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Renowned for his work with salvaged metal, American artist Gordon Chandler transforms weathered found materials into refined works of sculpture. With an eye to the aesthetic possibilities of this humble material, Chandler invests reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form. In this wall-mounted sculpture entitled "Buck Head...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

“Tiny Two-Toned Jacket" by Gordon Chandler
“Tiny Two-Toned Jacket" by Gordon Chandler

“Tiny Two-Toned Jacket" by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures forme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

“Tiny Mint Green Jacket, ” Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
“Tiny Mint Green Jacket, ” Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

“Tiny Mint Green Jacket, ” Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures formed from found metal scraps. With an eye to the aesthetic possibilities of this humble material, Chandler invests the reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form. Flattened with the center portion rolled out and the sides left open, this discarded barrel takes on the look of a miniature jacket. Coated with a mint green finish, the eroded metal appears as draped fabric, folded back to form a simple collar. The sculpture is finished with the artist's initials stamped...

Category

2010s American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

Materials

Steel

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"Pleated Blue Kimono, " Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler

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Steel

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“Tiny Green Jacket, ” Found Steel Sculpture, 2023

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Located in Chicago, IL

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2010s American Industrial Gordon Chandler Furniture

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“Tiny Gradient Jacket, ” Found Steel Sculpture, 2023
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Steel

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Gordon Chandler furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of steel and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gordon Chandler furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Gordon Chandler were created in the industrial style in united states during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by TJ Volonis, Patrick Fitzgerald, and Karen Brown. Prices for Gordon Chandler furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $288 and can go as high as $5,480, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,680.

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