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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W2320 Wall Hanging Shelf in Honduras Rosewood Burl Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2320 Wall Hanging Shelf in Honduras Rosewood Burl Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 35 x W 69 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Honduras rosewood burl. All wall shelves include steel pin...
Wood
W2403 Wall Hanging Shelf in Teak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2403 Wall Hanging Shelf in Teak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 25,5 x W 138,5 x H 4 cm. Materials: Teak wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounti...
Teak
W0118 Wall Hanging Shelf in Mulberry Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W0118 Wall Hanging Shelf in Mulberry Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 28 x W 100 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Mulberry wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet ...
Wood
W2380 Wall Hanging Shelf in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2380 Wall Hanging Shelf in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 27 x W 212 x H 23 cm. Materials: Oak wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounting. P...
Oak
W1275 Wall Hanging Shelf in Bog Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1275 Wall Hanging Shelf in Bog Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 16,5 x W 200 x H 3 cm. Materials: Oak wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounti...
Oak
W2423 Wall Hanging Shelf in Teak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2423 Wall Hanging Shelf in Teak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 22,5 x W 125 x H 4,5 cm. Materials: Teak wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounti...
Teak
W2360 Wall Hanging Shelf in Yew Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2360 Wall Hanging Shelf in Yew Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 32,5 x W 206 x H 11 cm. Materials: Yew wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounting....
Yew
W1214 Wall Hanging Shelf in Natural Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1214 Wall Hanging Shelf in Natural Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 14 x W 149 x H 14 cm. Materials: Oak wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were ...
Oak
W2393 Wall Hanging Shelf in Walnut Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2393 Wall Hanging Shelf in Walnut Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 27 x W 140 x H 5 cm. Materials: Walnut wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounti...
Walnut
W1244 Wall Hanging Shelf in Padouk Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1244 Wall Hanging Shelf in Padouk Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 24,5 x W 174 x H 3,5 cm. Materials: Padouk wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mo...
Padouk
W1254 Wall Hanging Shelf in European Walnut Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1254 Wall Hanging Shelf in European Walnut Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 19,5 x W 255 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Walnut wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for di...
Walnut
W2290 Wall Hanging Shelf in Natural Poplar Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2290 Wall Hanging Shelf in Natural Poplar Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 28 x W 140 x H 60 cm. Materials: Poplar wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries...
Poplar
W2310 Wall Hanging Shelf in Natural Poplar Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2310 Wall Hanging Shelf in Natural Poplar Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 20 x W 88 x H 70 cm. Materials: Poplar wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries ...
Poplar
W1062 Wall Hanging Shelf in Ziricote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1062 Wall Hanging Shelf in Ziricote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 23 x W 240 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Ziricote wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries we...
Ziricote
W1264 Wall Hanging Shelf in Poplar Burl Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1264 Wall Hanging Shelf in Poplar Burl Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 27 x W 208 x H 4 cm. Materials: Poplar burl wood. All wall shelves inc...
Poplar, Burl
Unique Wall Hanging Shelf in Ziricote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Wall Hanging Shelf in Ziricote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann. Dimensions: D 13 x W 72 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Ziricote Wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet...
Wood
$17,795 / item
W2343 Vertical Bookcase in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2343 Vertical Bookcase in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 42 x W 27 x H 91 cm. Materials: Oak wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part of a ...
Oak
W1234 Wall Hanging Shelf in Zirikote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1234 Wall Hanging Shelf in Zirikote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 19,5 x W 178 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Zirikote wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries ...
Ziricote
Unique Wall Hanging Shelf in Ziricote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Wall Hanging Shelf in Ziricote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann. Dimensions: D 18,5 x W 112 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Ziricote Wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discr...
Wood
W2373 Wall Hanging Shelf in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2373 Wall Hanging Shelf in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 22 x W 198 x H 60 cm. Materials: Oak wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mounting. P...
Oak
W1013 Wall Hanging Shelf in Wych Elm Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1013 Wall Hanging Shelf in Wych Elm Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 28 x W 255 x H 4 cm. Materials: Elm wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were part...
Elm
W2355 Decorative Vertical Bookcase in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2355 Decorative Vertical Bookcase in Oak Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 29 x W 26 x H 115 cm. Materials: Oak wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries wer...
Oak
W1121 Wall Hanging Shelf in Cocobolo Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1121 Wall Hanging Shelf in Cocobolo Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 17,5 x W 162,5 x H 2 cm. Materials: Cocobolo wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries ...
Wood
W2280 Wall Hanging Shelf in Trop. Driftwood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W2280 Wall Hanging Shelf in Trop. Driftwood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 21 x W 44 x H 14 cm. Materials: Driftwood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were p...
Driftwood
W0049 Wall Hanging Shelf in Cocobolo Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W0049 Wall Hanging Shelf in Cocobolo Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 20 x W 155 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Cocobolo wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries we...
Wood
W1224 Wall Hanging Shelf in Zirikote Dark Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1224 Wall Hanging Shelf in Zirikote Dark Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 22 x W 126 x H 2,5 cm. Materials: Zirikote wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuri...
Ziricote
W1032 Wall Hanging Shelf in Pao Rosa Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1032 Wall Hanging Shelf in Pao Rosa Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 18 x W 220 x H 3 cm. Materials: Pao Rosa wood. All wall shelves include steel pin holders for discreet mo...
Wood
W1070 Wall Hanging Shelf in Cocobolo Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W1070 Wall Hanging Shelf in Cocobolo Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 17 x W 185 x H 3 cm. Materials: Cocobolo wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were...
Wood
W0099 Wall Hanging Shelf in Zirikote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
W0099 Wall Hanging Shelf in Zirikote Wood by Jörg Pietschmann Dimensions: D 23 x W 190 x H 3 cm. Materials: Zirikote wood. In Pietschmann’s sculptures, trees that for centuries were...
Ziricote
Small MCM Teak Wall Shelf / Organizer
Located in San Diego, CA
A small MCM teak wall shelf / organizer with three shelves and four brass hooks, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures ...
Teak
Burl Wood Thick Glass Shelves 3 Bay Wall Unit
By Pace Collection, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mirror chrome polished stainless steel frame, burl wood cabinets, thick glass shelves Mid-Century Modern wall unit. Secretary drop desk compartment....
Stainless Steel, Chrome
$2,300
H 37.5 in W 33.5 in D 11 in
Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf Hanging Wall Decor Carved Oak 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Oak Hanging Wall Shelf Plate Rack~~19th Century The perfect decorative accent piece for displaying your favorite Imari, Majolica, Staffordshire or other an...
Oak
$804
H 23 in W 41 in D 5 in
Mid Century Wall Hanging Shelves This charming little shelf unit is made in elm
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Mid Century Wall Hanging Shelves This charming little shelf unit is made in elm it has 2 shelves both have a plate groove The shelf is in good vintage condition and would work well...
Elm
$4,959
H 86.62 in W 18.31 in D 135.83 in
60s 70s Teak Teak Shelf Wall Unit Kai Kristiansen Danish Design 60s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s teak teak shelf wall unit Kai Kristiansen Danish Design 60s Object: wall unit Manufacturer: Kai Kristiansen Condit...
Metal
Solid teak wall shelf, 1960s Germany.
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Solid teak wall shelf, 1960s Germany. C-shaped shelf made from solid teak. The wood has a beautiful grain. The style is similar to the famous wall shelf by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Re...
Teak
Teak Wall Hung Shelf
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Puslinch, ON
Refinished teak wall hung shelf.
Teak
$2,773
H 4.34 in W 78.75 in D 12.8 in
Campo & Graffi Extra-Large Italian Wall Shelf in Curved Rosewood, Italy 1960s
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular large Italian wall shelf crafted from beautifully curved rosewood. This incredibly elegant and rare piece was designed by Campo & Graffi and produced in Italy during the ...
Metal
Hanging Shelf by Pierre Cruége
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solid oak bookcase designed by Pierre Cruége Located in NY. Original condition.
Oak
Spanish Colonial Carved Wood Wall Mounted Shelf / Pantry Shelf
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Colonial Three-Tier Wall Shelf in Pine Wood, 1940s Three Levels. The upper lever is smaller than the other two ones. This wall hanging shelf has scalloped and carved details...
Wood, Pine
$2,137
H 10.24 in W 78.75 in D 7.49 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Shelf by Walter Wirtz, Germany, 1960s
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirtz
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern wall mounted shelf. Design by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz. Striking German design from the 1960s. Nicely grained teak wood Marked with Wilhelm ...
Teak
$3,300
H 46.46 in W 63 in D 18.51 in
Guillerme & Chambron Wall-Mounted Shelf with Drawers in Solid Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wall-mounted shelf with drawers, oak, brass, France, 1960s Guillerme et Chambron crafted this wall-mounted shelf with both elegance and pract...
Brass