Magnifying Glass No. 3
$150
Nickey KehoeLoading page
$1,050
A three tiered side table with bobbin legs. Perfect as a pair of bedside tables or side tables in a living room. A contemporary take on 17th century "spool" furniture, combining an antique appeal with a modern and playful aesthetic. The side tables are often bought in pairs for either side of a bed or sofa. For a complete complimentary aesthetic, add a bobbin lamp base too. The bobbin components are hand-turned on a traditional wood lathe, simultaneously spinning and shaping; it begins square and through careful use of a chisel, the sequence of bobbin rounds are formed. Each piece is unique and celebrates the individual grain patterns found in the timber. Measures: 16"X16"X25"H Alfred Newall is a furniture designer and maker based in Sussex. He is inspired by historic pieces and rural vernacular design, and uses traditional methods and processes in his work. After training at the Building Crafts College, Alfred worked for Plain English Design for two years while setting up his own practice. His focus is on the qualities of utilitarian design and proportion, with functionality and longevity at the core. Each piece is made in his workshop on the edge of the South Downs, using sustainably sourced
