The Taylor Donsker Furniture Company epitomizes exploration and imagination through its use of the forms, colors, grains and textures of wood. By complementing the dark luster of walnut with materials such as polished granite, each desk, bench and cabinet becomes a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted creation.
Taylor Donsker — the company’s founder — attended the University of Southern California (USC) for architecture. After graduation, not many firms were hiring, so in his spare time, Donsker explored woodworking and furniture design in his parents’ garage.
He eventually landed a job at an architecture firm, but found that the use of computers gave him a feeling of detachment. With woodworking and furniture design, he was able to feel connected to each project.
In 2012, Donsker presented his furniture at a design show and soon began receiving orders. The success led him to find inspiration in the trees themselves. In an interview with USC, Donsker said, “Now, I look at the roots of a redwood and see a chaise lounge, the stump of a eucalyptus tree that should be a throne.”
Donsker currently makes 10 to 15 large-scale pieces per year for an international clientele. Every wood is carefully considered for inclusion in a new furniture item, including its grain, texture and coloration.
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$34,000 / item
Walnut Strike / Slip Bench
By Taylor Donsker
Located in Sebastopol, CA
In the largest piece in the Strike/Slip series by Taylor Donsker, a massive block of solid Black Walnut is sawn and then rejoined into a single, shifted beam. Marbled grain and natur...
Brass
Pommele Eucalyptus Constellation
By Taylor Donsker
Located in Sebastopol, CA
This sculptural seating "constellation" by Taylor Donsker features a stunning array of detail and craftsmanship. Beginning with a section of a rare Pommele Eucalyptus tree, Taylor Do...
Bronze
Price Upon Request
Pommele Eucalyptus Throne
By Taylor Donsker
Located in Sebastopol, CA
The live edge pomelle Eucalyptus "throne" by Taylor Donsker features a stunning array of detail and craftsmanship. Beginning with a section of rare Pommele Eucalyptus, Taylor methodi...
Granite, Brass, Bronze
$3,757
H 47.25 in W 28.15 in D 26.19 in
English Estate circa 1840 Royal Crown Stamped Oxblood Leather Throne Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Royal Estate stamped oxblood leather and oak circa 1840 throne armchair A very good looking w...
Leather, Oak
$702
H 25.99 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Antique Rural Dutch Carved Corner Bobbin Chair with New Rush Nr2
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Very charming oak Bobbin chair that fits perfect in a corner. The rush of the seat is new and therefore it is still a bit green but that will soon fade. This chair was made in the ...
Rush, Oak
$2,280Sale Price|26% Off
H 14.25 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Bench or Coffee Table, 1960s, Refinished
By George Nelson, Maruni, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully refinished Mid-Century Modern slatted wood bench in richly toned walnut, offering the perfect combination of clean architectural lines and functional versatility. Craft...
Wood
$2,200
H 13.5 in W 71 in D 19 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style "Long John" Walnut Bench, Coffee Table, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Long Edward Wormley for dunbar style walnut "long john" Bench. Coffee Table. Bed End. Featuring a longer rectangular slat-style Walnut surface, turned edge...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Long Walnut Bench Coffee Table by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut long bench two tear coffee table.
Walnut
$2,800
H 17 in W 48 in D 17 in
Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Bench on Tapered Dowel Legs
By Mel Smilow
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mel Smilow Slatted solid walnut Mid-Century Modern bench on tapered dowel legs.
Walnut
Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair
Located in Troy, MI
This circa 1980s hand carved African chair was made by a member of the Bamileke tribe from Cameroon. Hand carved dark stained wood arm chair with rounded, open-work back that feature...
Wood
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 49 in W 26 in D 26 in
Antique 19th Century English Baroque Carved Walnut Throne Armchair, circa 1880
Located in Portland, OR
Antique Baroque carved walnut throne chair, circa 1880. The chair having a carved crest with a shell motif to the center flanked by a pair of fi...
Walnut
Henredon Solid Walnut Bench Coffee Table
By Heritage-Henredon, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern stunning solid walnut grain long bench coffee table with rolled edges and one drawer similar to Edward Wormley for Dunbar bench.
Walnut
Andrianna Shamaris Single Slab Suar Wood Long Wave Bench
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive three inch thick slab of aged reclaimed suar wood set on a minimalist metal base. Finished with a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Custom sizes and stains ...
Metal
Object 044 Chair by NG Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 044 chair by NG Design Dimensions: D45 x W42 x H73 cm Materials: Powder coated steel, Plywood. Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and colors ...
Steel
Pair of 19th Century Carved Oak Corner Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of 19th century carved oak corner chairs from England with a wonderfully carved back, supports and arms, all depicting acanthus leaves and scrolls. The seats have wonderful carv...
Oak