Known for his intricate metal furniture, jewelry and housewares, Michael Aram is something of a throwback in the world of design: a hands-on maker, both artist and artisan. Aram’s idiosyncratic style and the inherent authenticity of each of his handmade designs have made him a favorite of contemporary collectors.
Aram — full name: Michael Aram Wolohojian — was born in Providence, Rhode Island, to a tight-knit Armenian family and grew up in Scarsdale, New York. He studied art in Florence, Italy, and at the Art Students League in New York.
While on a 1989 trip to India, Aram was exposed to metalworking traditions such as sand-casting and hand-forging, and he became entranced with these techniques. He stayed in the country to study metalsmithing and collaborated with local craftsmen on his own designs, and still maintains a workshop in New Delhi.
A few of Aram’s lines are based on simple geometric shapes, but the majority are inspired by nature, in particular trees, flowers and other plant life. Rendered in materials that range from silvered bronze to patinated brass to nickel-plated steel, Aram’s forms for such lines as Sleepy Hollow and Black Orchid are drawn directly from botanical sources. He is likely unusual among contemporary designers for sometimes using the same decorative motif for both furniture and tableware pieces but his works are warm, witty, well-made and unlike any you’ve seen before.
Find Michael Aram serveware, vases and other decorative objects and furniture on 1stDibs.
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Michael Aram Early Edition Skeleton Chair 1993
By Michael Aram
Located in Chicago, IL
Iconic skeleton chair designed by Michal Aram. Signed Aram 93, also numbered under seat 0382, Width: 19" Depth: 21" Height: 31.5 Seat Height: 18.5 Seat Inside Width: 14.5 Seat...
Aluminum, Steel
$325 / set
H 8.5 in W 3 in D 0.5 in
Michael Aram Silver Plate Serving Pieces I LOVE YOU Valentines Day Gift
By Michael Aram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cleaver design by Michael Aram - serving pieces in silver plate that say I 'LOVE' U. Perfect for your Chef "mate' or as a wedding serving set! Gifts for any bride, groom, or chef!...
Silver Plate
$380Sale Price|20% Off
H 18 in W 11.5 in D 3.75 in
Large Minimalist Two Tone Brass & Bronze Vase / Candle Holder by Michael Aram
By Michael Aram
Located in San Diego, CA
A large minimalist two tone brass and bronze vase / candle holder signed by Michael Aram, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 11....
Brass, Bronze
$375 / set
H 6.75 in W 10.75 in D 1.25 in
Gold Plated Adam & Eve Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener Set by Michael Aram
By Michael Aram
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous gold plated "Adam & Eve" magnifying glass and letter opener set by Michael Aram, circa 2010s. This desk accessory set was part of the Michael Aram 25th Anniversary Comm...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Easel Photo Frame
By Michael Aram
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Easel Photo Frame with original box. The Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Collection, including the photo frame, celebrates the representation of flora and...
Bronze
Michael Aram “Enchanted Forest” Side Table
By Michael Aram
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An original "Enchanted Forest" side table by acclaimed American designer Michael Aram, crafted in 1993 from patinated aluminum. This evocative piece seamlessly blends fine craftsmans...
Metal
Michael Aram Black Orchid Pitcher
By Michael Aram
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Elegant steel pitcher features striking nickel-plated handle formed by two crossing stems of flowering orchids. The dark color and organic, natural, Art Deco style of the handle jux...
Stainless Steel
Michael Aram Black Orchid Bowl
By Michael Aram
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Elegant steel bowl features striking nickel-plated handle formed by long twisting stem of flowering orchid draped around the bowl. The dark color and organic, natural, Art Deco style...
Stainless Steel
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| $110-$7,000 |
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