Michael Coffey Rare Pair of Hand-Carved Stools in Walnut 2007 (Signed)
Evan Lobel
Rare pair of “Belle of the Ball Stools” in hand-carved and sculpted American black walnut blocks by Michael Coffey, American 2007 (each is signed "MCoffey" on underside of seat). Each stool is slightly different in design, making both a unique piece. Michael Coffey was a craftsman and an artist who sculpted superb shapes in wood. In the tradition of George Nakashima, Wendell Castle, and Jack Rogers Hopkins, Coffey's handmade, unique works combine the sculptural forms of nature with a deep appreciation for the intrinsic beauty of wood. The design of the seats and back raised edge makes them very comfortable.
Reference:
Michael Coffey: Sculptor and Furniture Maker in Wood by Michael Coffey published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2023. There is a photo of this model in black walnut on page 95 with the description, “The Belle of the Ball Stool, 1973, American black walnut, a sculptural stool that exudes the feeling created by a ballroom dancer pirouetting around the dance floor in a ballooning gown.”
Dimensions for each:
D: 22 inches
W: 26.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - few small scratches consistent with light use.
$25,000 for the pair
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