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Chinese Style Cabinet

September 3rd, 2009 in The Gallery     
davidlane davidlane, member
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This was an all-hand tools project started in 2006 and completed in 2009.  I used reclaimed walnut boards from old barns in Indiana and Missouri.  The wood was wonderful to work with and had a deep rich natural color.  I learned a number of Chinese joinery techniques in the process, based on the excellent book, "Connoisseurship of Chinese Furniture: Ming and Early Qing Dynasties," by Shixiang Wang.  If you are interested in Asian design, this treatise is worth getting through your local library or else purchasing online.


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Jurgen01 writes: This is a really nice interpretation of classical Chinese woodwork -- and I agree with you about Wang's book on the subject. Simple artistry and subtle craftsmanship expresssed in a beautiful object. You have made a wonderful piece that will be treasured and admired for many years to come. Great work! Posted: 6:01 pm on September 23rd
amishness writes: very very cool. i really like this piece! Posted: 11:41 am on September 4th
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