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 Signed Bench by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed bench by Jörg Pietschmann Bench: Norway maple, Padouk Measures: H 38 x W 154 x D 37 cm Crafted from one piece of wood with inlays from padou...
Padouk
$35,017 / item
Unique Chaise Longue by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed chaise lounge by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 70 x W 230 x D 77 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs....
Bog Wood
Italian Chaise Longue silk
Located in Long Island, NY
Italian Chaise Longue .Elegant and Timeless. Beautiful Reds and Gold Colors in Silk .
Silk
Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, IDF
Chaise Longue Cherlon by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks) Rattan / Burnt wood or natural Each piece is made to order and hand crafted by the artist. Dimension...
Leather, Rattan, Wood
Unique William Hinn Bench
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A unique and one off bench designed by William Hinn (provenance available from his granddaughter). Crescent shaped-one end is straight and the other curve...
Mahogany
Chaise longue
Located in Porto, PT
Chaise longue. Made of mahogany wood; upholstered in beige velvet. Rests on four turned legs. Dimensions: 80x165x63 cm.
Wood
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
Interior Crafts Geometric Chaise
By Interior Crafts
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Interior Crafts Geometric Chaise This chaise measures: 36 wide x 65 deep x 36 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches Good vintage condition. Scratches and chips in black pain...
Upholstery, Wood
Post-Modern Chaise Longue By Weiman
By Weiman, Directional, Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Post-Modern Chaise Longue By Weiman. This stunning postmodern chaise made by Weiman and was inspired by the designs of cloud series. Great size that could be used as a sofa, chaise ...
Bouclé, Wood
Penelope Green Chaise Longue
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
The curved Silhouette of this superbly elegant chaise longue provides a chic and comfortable seat that will highlight the decor of any bedroom or...
Metal, Other
Awaiting T Bench Printed Velvet and Brass
By Giorgia Zanellato, Coralla Maiuri
Located in Roma, IT
This bench is part of the Awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone 2016. It's a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cotto...
Metal, Brass
Leather BoConcept Chaise Longue
By BoConcept
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage BoConcept chaise lounge with relax function. In natural black leather, chrome steel base/legs. Label: BoConcept. Very good vintage condition.
Metal, Chrome
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge
Located in Houston, TX
Unusually shaped French Louis XVI style painted and gilt banquette, chaise lounge, bench, daybed or loveseat with Greek key design, ready for your own fabric...
Fabric, Wood
"Bench Too" Modern Bench by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
"Bench Too" bench by Last Workshop, 2025. Solid walnut, natural finish. 84"L size. Dimensions: 84" x 14.5"D x 12"H Upholstered cushion options are available, please inquire. Cust...
Hardwood, Walnut
Forged Steel Chaise Longue
Located in Chireno, TX
Forged steel chaise longue, adorned in brass detail. Sold with newly-made tie-on upholstered cushion in antique hand-loomed French thistle and natural canvas. All...
Brass, Steel
Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Teak Wood Bench or Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive rare antique bench or coffee table cut from a single teak slab. The small back rest is hand carved from the same slab. We added the legs. This bench or coffee table was s...
Wood, Teak
Hollywood Regency Chaise Lounge or Recamier
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood Regency chaise lounge or Recamier. Has black lacquered wooden legs.
Upholstery, Wood
Unique Signed Bog Oak Bench by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed bench by Jörg Pietschmann Bench in oak Measures: H 84 x W 215 x D 63 cm Crafted from a whole piece of a large stem coat from a beautiful twined old fallen oak. Pol...