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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$4,762 / item
Unique Lounger by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed lounger by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 36 x W 141 x D 62 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful leg...
Bog Wood
$5,291 / item
Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Table · Bog Oak, Europ. Walnut · T1385 Measures: H 38 x W 141 x D 43 cm tabletop 3.5 cm tabletop made of bl...
Oak
$11,640 / item
Unique Bench by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 43 x W 158 x D 30 cm. Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs. Polished oil finish. In Pietschman...
Bog Wood
$6,613 / item
Unique Console by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 68 x W 153 x D 60 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs. Polished oil finish. In Piet...
Ash
$7,143 / item
Unique Table by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Table, walnut, bog oak Measure: H 45 x W 84-120 x D 49-58 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs. Polished oi...
Bog Wood
$9,499
H 13.78 in W 70.87 in D 49.61 in
Mid-Century Modern Infinity Coffee Table Calacatta Marble Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Infinity coffee table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Infinity marble coffee table ca...
Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf
$1,800
H 21.66 in W 32.68 in D 17.33 in
Danish Design Low Table in Mahogany and Tiles by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in mahogany by designer and cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen. Made in Denmark, 1940s. Great original condition.
Mahogany
$1,900
H 16.15 in W 67.33 in D 32.29 in
1920s-40s Japanese wabi sabi large low center table, display table or bench
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from an old elementary school in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This vintage low table - or bench, was manufactured circa 1920s to 40s (early Showa era), estimate from the style & ...
Cypress
English Regency Style Center Table Speckled by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical late 19th century english center table or side table made in the regency taste. The table features a modern lacquer speckled finish by artist Ira Yeager...
Mahogany
Continental Marble and Gilt Eagle Console Table
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Empire late 18th Century / early 19th Century console table with a variegated marble slab and gilt caved acanthus leaves wooden top supported on a gilt carved base depicting ...
Marble, Gold Leaf
$3,700
H 20 in W 24 in D 17.75 in
Unique Hand Forged Iron Base Bench, Cast Bronzed Details, Upholstered in Fortuny
By Ironies
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"One of a kind" unique hand forged iron Base bench, with cast bronze details, newly upholstered in a one-of-a-kind Fortuny fabric.
Bronze, Iron, Metal
$4,450 / set
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
1970s Meritalia Sculptural Space Age Air Loungers Chairs, Set of 2
By Fabio Novembre
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Extremely rare Fabio Novembre for Meritalia sculptural chairs. The beautiful set in dark and light gray ultra suede is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! The fabulous chairs of the Air Lounge System...
Ultrasuede
Unique Mid-Century Modern Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous vintage modern bench features decorative vinyl upholstery, a wood frame, and aluminum legs. Sleek design offers comfort with its thick padded seating. This versatile mi...
Aluminum
$9,500
H 13 in W 67 in D 19 in
Majestic Restored Pagoda Coffee Table or Bench by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent coffee table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing: meticulous professionally restored and completely installation ready. An exquis...
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
$6,926Sale Price|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 35.44 in D 47.25 in
La Mesa, Coffee Table, Sculptural Contemporary Design, Blue table, Handcrafted
By Tellurico
Located in Eindhoven, NL
La Mesa is a collectible design object created by Tellurico Design Studio as part of the Ollain Collection. Entirely handcrafted in Italy, it reflects the studio’s ongoing research i...
Composition
$11,424 / item
H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado marble console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its artistic life and bohemian spirit. Seamlessly combining contemporary elegance with luxurious materials, Chiado features one leg upholstered in high-quality Italian leather, while the top is crafted from exquisite stone. Designed to exceed all expectations, the Chiado marble console table accents any interior with its natural artistic expression. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Chiado Console...
Onyx, Marble
Unique Egyptian Revival Gilded Figural Bench with carved Lions
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This striking Egyptian Revival–style gilded figural bench is a rare and dramatic statement piece, inspired by the grandeur and symbolism of ancient Egyptian art and architecture. Ric...
Walnut
Unique Ash Coffee Table by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 54 x W 234 x D 77 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs. Polished oil finish. In Piet...
Bog Wood
Sculpted Ash Bench by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 37 x W 121 x D 23 cm. Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs. Polished oil finish. In Pie...
Bog Wood
Unique Ash Coffee Table by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 54 x W 234 x D 77 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs. Polished oil finish. In Piet...
Bog Wood