Hand Sculpted stool or table by Jacques Jarrige

$4,500

£3,396.03

€3,887.94

CA$6,346.49

A$6,967.66

CHF 3,635.04

MX$84,318.35

NOK 45,559.60

SEK 42,929.12

DKK 29,022.41

About the Item

This hand-sculpted stool by Jacques Jarrige, part of his ongoing Meanders series, transforms a simple utilitarian object into a finely tuned sculptural form. Carved from solid oak and finished with a rich stain that accentuates the grain, the piece carries a quiet yet powerful presence—both grounded and dynamic. True to the spirit of the Meanders body of work, the stool explores the expressive potential of line and volume. Each plane and curve is intuitively shaped, resulting in a surface that gently shifts and folds in space. While minimal in its overall geometry, the piece is animated by subtle asymmetries, carved transitions, and thoughtful negative spaces—gestures that evoke the gentle, wandering flow of a stream or the winding of a path. The stool’s low, wide stance and softly rounded edges lend it a sense of stability and comfort. At once functional and sculptural, it invites daily use while rewarding close observation. Every contour bears evidence of the artist’s hand, revealing Jarrige’s unique ability to imbue solid material with softness, rhythm, and emotion. Despite its compact size, the Meanders stool holds its own in any space—whether as a seating element, side table, or standalone sculpture. The oak is worked not as a static material but as a medium for drawing in three dimensions: mass and void, weight and lift, solidity and movement are all in balance. This piece exemplifies Jacques Jarrige’s belief that furniture should engage the senses, invite touch, and heighten our awareness of space. It may be commissioned in custom dimensions or finishes, making it a versatile yet deeply personal addition to both contemporary interiors and art collections.

Creator:
Jacques Jarrige (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Diameter: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Oak,Stained
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
2010-
Date of Manufacture:
2013
Production Type:
New & Custom(Current Production)
Estimated Production Time:
8-9 weeks
Condition:
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: lsj1stDibs: LU8976776432

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Jacques Jarrige

Multidisciplinary French designer and sculptor Jacques Jarrige has never met a material he didn't like. From wood coffee tables to bronze table lamps and lacquer stools, Jarrige is adept at working with a range of mediums. He has also been known to craft furniture and decor in aluminum and has released a line of wool carpets. According to Valerie Goodman, who represents the artist, Jarrige "has an ongoing dialogue with whatever material he selects."

Jarrige was born in Paris in 1962 and was raised in a family of scientists and art collectors. He grew up in the neighborhood of St. Germain, which is home to several art galleries. Jarrige was particularly enamored with the power and presence of the African sculptures on display in these galleries, and this early fascination led to his enrolling in architecture classes at the National School of Fine Arts in Paris.

However, Jarrige found the program uninspiring and left school in the 1980s to work with his hands to create his own sculptures and other objects. Looking to the works of designers like Alexandre Noll and George Nakashima, Jarrige began to explore the interplay of art and design. Even though he has been quoted as saying "design bores me when it is decorative," his work has high visual appeal. Each piece is thoughtfully shaped by hand, which usually yields organic graceful curves that are pleasing to the eye and bring charm to any interior.

In the 1990s, Jarrige started showing his work in Europe and found an eager audience. During this time, he focused mainly on creating sculptural furniture and decorative objects. In 2010, Valerie Goodman became his representative, and he began showing at the Valerie Goodman Gallery in Manhattan. Jarrige subsequently shifted his focus — he began working in abstract mode and making large-scale sculptures. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Coté Paris and The World of Interiors.