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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W2386 Unique Stool in Oxidized Oak by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2386 Unique Stool in Oxidized Oak by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 29 x W 33 x H 38 cm. Materials: Oak, oxidized. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part o...
Oak
$10,303 / item
W2376 Unique Stool in Oxidized Oak by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2376 Unique Stool in Oxidized Oak by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 29 x W 29 x H 38 cm. Materials: Oak, oxidized. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part o...
Oak
$10,303 / 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
$2,318 / 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
$2,704 / item
Stool / Vessel 1244 by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Stool 1244 by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 50 x W 60 x H 33 cm Materials: oak. Finish: polished oil finish. Carved from an oak tree trunk fallen by a windbreak. In Pietschmann’s...
Wood, Oak
$15,455 / 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
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
e15 Backenzahn Oak Stool by Philipp Mainzer in STOCK
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...
Oak
$7,800 / set
H 42.25 in W 22 in D 23 in
Set of 4 Design Institute of America Brass Stools in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Elegant and luxurious set of four cantilevered brass stools in the style of Milo Baughman made by Design Institute of America ("DIA") newly professionally reupholstered in super soft...
Brass
Set of 3 Alvar Alto Stool 60 by Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 vintage original vintage Alvar Alto 60 stools from early 1960s. From a private home with one owner who purchased them in the late 1950s. Two wit...
Bentwood, Birch
$913 / set
H 25.65 in W 16.75 in D 16.75 in
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Crystal by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is ...
Crystal
SHAKER Backless Stool by AMBROZIA // LEATHER
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
The SHAKER Backless Stool Leather is part of AMBROZIA's signature seating family, thoughtfully designed for residential, hospitality and commercial interiors. Defined by its refined...
Steel
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
Two Handmade Mezcal Vessels by Omar Hernández in Clay
By Omar Hernández
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
No description provided.
Ceramic, Clay
Set of Mid-Century Modern Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of four vintage modern bar stools feature a backless seat and a chrome base with a footrest. The two-tone vinyl is sure to complement a...
Chrome
Beachcomber Counter Stool in White Oak
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light and strong, the beachcomber bar stool evokes the sight of an old wooden monohull, it's lean, sturdy mast together with the rigging worthy o...
Oak
Handcrafted Oxidized Oak Counter Stool
By Daniel Oates
Located in Sharon, CT
The legs and rails of this modern take on a shaker styled stool are turned then carved creating an elegant taper. Mortise and tenon construction. The seat is hand carved to create a ...
Wood, Oak
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