Jörg Pietschmann creates sculptural furniture and decor from the hardwood that is native to the region where his workshop is based in Hamburg. His hand-carved walnut benches and coffee tables, with their gnarled tops and natural edges, make for a guaranteed focal point in any living room, while his oak vases and centerpieces have a rustic yet elegant appeal, and feature the knots and cracks that characterized the surfaces of the material it was still in the forest.
Pietschmann works with local timber like poplar, maple and beech, as well as exotic lumber found on his travels. Each piece tells a story of the landscape from which it came.
Pietschmann's love of carving and nature began as a young boy in the countryside of East Germany. He always carried a pocket knife to whittle pieces of wood, and he recalls being artistically inspired by the ruins of the area's abandoned manor houses. As he grew older, Pietschmann's design influences also expanded to include the decorative objects and architecture of ancient cultures like the Egyptians, Vincas, Mayas and the Aztecs. Pietschmann's modern design influences include master woodworkers George Nakashima, Wharton Esherick, Alexander Noll and Sam Maloof.
Before he begins working on a tree trunk, Pietschmann tries to get a feel for what kind of sculpture or object it will be. For every tree, the sculptor strives to preserve its unique character, which means that no two resulting pieces are alike (and no resin, metal or lacquer is used in his process). He follows the form and curves of each piece of wood, allowing the piece to take shape as he works. A final coat of oil renders prominent the striking grain and natural warmth of the material.
Pietschmann has exhibited his work in Europe and in the United States. He lives and works in Germany.
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Unique Bench Sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique bench sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Polished Poplar, oil finish Dimensions: H 43 x W 183 x D 39 cm In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part o...
Poplar
$36,202 / item
Unique Monumental Bench Sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Monumental bench sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Smoked Oak, polished oil finish. Dimensions: W 400 x D 60 x H 104 cm Seathight: 50 ...
Oak
$2,327 / item
Sculpted Stool by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Stool by Jörg PietschmannAsh Dimensions: H 45 x W 38 x D 16,5 cm. Polished oil finish. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part of a landscape and f...
Oak
$9,050 / item
Unique Bench Sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique bench sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Smoked Oak, Polished oil finish. Dimensions: W 145.5 x D 54.5 x H 52 cm In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries we...
Oak
$3,878 / item
Unique Signed Chair by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed chair by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Norway Maple Measures: H 78 x D 50 cm Polished oil finish In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees t...
Maple
$2,327 / item
Sculpted Side Table by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted side table by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: H 93 x W 37 x D 34 cm In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part of a landscape and founded in primordial fo...
Oak
Set of 2 Sculpted Side Tables by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted side table by Jörg Pietschmann. Dimensions: H 86 x W 34 x D 33 cm / H 93 x W 37 x D 34 cm. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part of a landscape a...
Oak
$4,654 / set
Set of 2 Sculpted Stools by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 sculpted stools by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: H 45 x W 38 x D 16,5 cm //H 41,5 x W 38 x D 16 cm Polished oil finish. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuri...
Oak
Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Aged Teak Wood Chair or Side Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful aged teak with lovely patina. Full dimensions; 25" wide x 15" deep x seat 13" high x back rest 13" high. Custom sizes available. This chair or side table was hand made in ...
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Sculptural Solid Stone Chair from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A incredibly heavy and solid stone chair. This lovely sculptural object was crafted from a solid stone sourced from a river bed in East Java. A raw and org...
Stone
African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this 19th century hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. Rare with 6 hand carved bevelled legs and motif on the back rest. This can also be used...
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this 19th century hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. This can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. This chair was sourced in...
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Set of Four Industrial Stools by Cosco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage industrial metal set of four stools by Cosco, these seats would make a great addition to any home. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Metal
e15 Backenzahn Stool by Philipp Mainzer
By e15, Philipp Mainzer
Located in New York, NY
The original Backenzahn designed in 1996 by e15 founder and architect Philipp Mainzer is a modern design classic as well as an identifiable icon for e15. Crafted in Germany, the stoo...
Wood
Chair D
By Chuch Estudio
Located in Mérida, MX
The handwoven technique of the 'Petatillo' in Yucatan has been practiced for more than 50 years. Usually, it is woven with natural cane. This is one hundred percent artisan work, whi...
Nylon, Wood
$4,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 26 in W 36 in D 36 in
Vintage White Egg Pod Chair Set with Side Table
Located in Napa, CA
Mid-Century molded plastic egg pod chair set, white plastic with leather seating and red piping. Sold as a set. Chairs each: 26" x 36" ...
Faux Leather, Plastic
$20,569 / set
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Easy Chairs with Side Table in Beech and Leather by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of easy chairs with side table in beech, leather and brass by Arne Norell, 1960s. Additional Information: Material: beech, leather, brass. Style: Midcentury, Scandinavia. ...
Brass
From $12,620 / item
+ 2 moreH 29.53 in W 64.97 in D 22.45 in
e15 Tafel Table Bench by Hans De Pelsmacker
By e15, Hans De Pelsmacker
Located in New York, NY
The table bench tafel draws special interest with its sculptural, functional appeal. Tafel is included in various museum collections. The combination of table and bench creates a uni...
Wood
Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural chair with mix of wood textures and shades. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece, this chair was crafted from a single block of mango wood and has a smo...
Wood, Fruitwood
e15 Taro Wood Bench by Philipp Mainzer
By Philipp Mainzer, e15
Located in New York, NY
The sides of bench Taro are pushed slightly inward to enhance stability, therefore this bench can be offered in a standard length of up to 3600 MM (141 3/4 inch). The wood is 40 MM (...
Wood
Unique Bench Sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique bench sculpted by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: polished poplar, oil finish Dimensions: H 53 x W 184 x D 34 cm In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part o...
Poplar
