Sofia Karakatsanis is fascinated by wood in all its forms: as a tree, a material, a fuel. As wood was once living, it reacts to processes it is put through, moving and twisting. She responds to this in real time while constructing and carving, allowing a dialogue between maker and material. She grew up in the Black Country, a hub of industry in the UK. This lifelong exposure to craft fostered a strong fascination with making that has led to her own practice in wood, the material she feels most drawn to.
Sofia's carving process is very organic, working with power carving tools such as angle grinders, down to finer hand tools, referencing sketches throughout. This allows her to create the forms intuitively, and react to the wood as it reacts to the processes, and allow the grain to inform the shape. Sofia subjects her work to extreme conditions when finishing; chemical bleaching Sycamore to achieve a bone white colour, and scorching Ash to create a blackened, highly textured finish. Working in this way allows the forms to be material-led. As she carves, Sofia exposes and focuses on the natural grain in the wood, using this to inform and accentuate the shape. She wants to evoke the feeling that these pieces were once living, appearing to come from one piece by allowing the grain to inform the shape.
$18,900
Resilience
By Sofia Karakatsanis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sofia Karakatsanis is fascinated by wood in all its forms; as a tree, a material, a fuel. As wood was once living it reacts to processes it is put through, moving and twisting. She r...
Ash
$17,700
Parity
By Sofia Karakatsanis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sofia Karakatsanis is fascinated by wood in all its forms; as a tree, a material, a fuel. As wood was once living it reacts to processes it is put through, moving and twisting. She r...
Ash
$5,900
Phase
By Sofia Karakatsanis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sofia Karakatsanis is fascinated by wood in all its forms; as a tree, a material, a fuel. As wood was once living it reacts to processes it is put through, moving and twisting. She r...
Sycamore
Set of four brutalist Oak dining Chairs, 1960s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
This exceptional set of four dining chairs, crafted in solid oak, embodies the robust and timeless aesthetic of Dutch mid-century design. Dating from the 1960s, these chairs showcase...
Leather, Oak
Set of 6 Fine French Art Deco Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of six French Art Deco stained oak dining chairs.
Fabric, Oak
$13,216 / item
H 35.83 in W 11.82 in D 59.06 in
Console Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Metropolis console...
Brass
$4,550
H 27.96 in W 20.48 in D 19.3 in
George Nakashima Grass-seated Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By George Nakashima
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see the principle of the Japanese wabi-sabi, which refers to embracing imperfections and underlining impermanence. Rustic aspects, simplicity, modesty, and austerity offer a ...
Grasscloth, Mahogany
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By Phase Design, Reza Feiz
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the Griffin stool / side table in either walnut, white oak, or ebonized oak. Prices exclude packing. This versatile piece works interchangeably as a side table or stool. Made from a hand sanded fiberglass shell and finished with a high-end automotive polyurethane gloss finish, it is lightweight and durable. The 1.5" solid lumber top tempers the clean architectural form with its warm organic...
Wood, Oak, Walnut, Fiberglass
Italian Art Deco Chair in Walnut with Ladder Backrest
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chair, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s This elegant chair, crafted in Tuscany, Italy, during the 1930s, showcases the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of the period. Made from rich wa...
Fabric, Walnut
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By DING DONG
Located in Matosinhos, 13
Console with contrasting solid woods and matte finishing. Original design by Ding Dong. The Okinawa console is an extremely elegant piece, with considerable dimensions, which makes ...
Oak
Vintage Modern Slat Folding Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern wood folding chairs. Easy to store. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Wood
$9,000 / set
H 34.65 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 Fine French 1970s Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Long Island City, NY
Robert Guillerme (1913-1990) and Jacques Chambron (1914-2001) for Votre Maison (editor) : A set of four fine French mid-century solid oak dining chairs A matching table is availabl...
Fabric, Oak
$3,350 / set
H 30 in W 20 in D 16 in
Vintage MCM Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic set of vintage 4 MCM dining chairs. Designed by the legendary Paul McCobb, a Midcentury giant. Gorgeous spindle back with the coveted inlay screw on each seat. Acquired fro...
Wood
$2,000 / set
H 19.5 in Dm 16 in
Phase Design Griffin Pair of Side Tables or Stools by Reza Feiz Fiberglass & Oak
By Phase Design, Reza Feiz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This versatile pair works interchangeably as side tables or stools. Made from a hand sanded fiberglass shell and finished with a high-end automotive polyurethane gloss finish, it is ...
Enamel
$14,261 / item
H 29.53 in W 53.04 in D 23.63 in
Shagreen Writing Desk with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The kiss writing desk by Kifu Paris is an elegant and organic piece in it's unique design. The cream shagreen inlaid piece curves inwards to create the "kiss" effect. The borders are...
Brass