Handmade Horse Hair and Iron Round Stool by Alexandra Kohl and J.M. Szymanski

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Horse-hair textile and blackened iron are combined to form a dynamic juxtaposition of elements. Horse-hair, a medium used for centuries, is handwoven on a floor loom by Alexandra Kohl. J.M. Szymanski uses traditional metal casting techniques combined with modern machine tools to create a unique iron frame. J.M. Szymanski and Alexandra Kohl met in the Hudson River valley in the fall of 2016. Together, they develop and explore unique one-of-a-kind designs that take on dramatic forms made from horse hair textile and blackened and waxed iron. We work with our clients to create original designs that are not reproduced. Our products are fabricated and finished by hand; variations in size, shape, and patina color are a natural result of this process. Tooling marks and surface scratches are part of the character of many finished pieces. All products are sealed with oil and wax, which over time are not impervious to moisture. Our blackened steel pieces installed outside, or in areas exposed to moisture indoors, especially in marine environments, will rust. Condensation from hot and cold drinks will leave rings on blackened steel table tops. Coasters or placemats can protect the finish. Periodic maintenance of blackened steel items may be required.

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Custom Horse Hair Colors Available Custom Sizes Available

Details

Creator
J.M. Szymanski (Artist),Alexandra Kohl (Artist)
Production Type
New & Custom(One of a Kind)
Production Time
It will take 14-15 weeks to make this piece
Of the Period
Modern

Place of Origin
United States
Date of Manufacture
2017
Period
2010-
Materials and Techniques
BlackenedSteel,WovenFabric,Hand-WovenTextile,CastIron,ForgedIron,HammeredIron

Condition
New
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Dimensions
H 18 in. x W 18 in. x D 24 in.H 45.72 cm x W 45.72 cm x D 60.96 cm
Seat Height
18 in. (45.72 cm)
Seller Location
Bronx, NY

Reference Number
LU3017317093171

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About The Maker

J.M. Szymanski

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J.M. SZYMANSKI IS AN EXCLUSIVE MAKER & DESIGNER OF ONE OF A KIND FURNITURE AND OBJECTS. THE STUDIO INTRODUCES RADICAL NEW SHAPES AND EXPLORES NEW MATERIALS AND TEXTURES. EACH WORK DEMONSTRATES A FASCINATION WITH SEVERE GEOMETRIES, RAW MATERIALS, AND UNIQUE FORMS. J.M. SZYMANSKI WAS INTRODUCED IN 2014 AND HAS ATTRACTED THE ATTENTION OF TOP ARCHITECTS, INTERIOR DESIGNERS, AND COLLECTORS. J.M. LIVES IN NEW YORK CITY WHERE HE DESIGNS AND FABRICATES HIS WORK. HIS DESIGN EDUCATION BEGAN IN HIS EARLY CHILDHOOD WHERE HE AND HIS FAMILY SPENT SEVERAL YEARS IN NEPAL. LATER, IN HIS EARLY 20’S, HE MOVED TO SPAIN WHERE HE STUDIED THE DESIGNS OF GAUDI, VISITED THE ALHAMBRA, AND MADE FREQUENT TRIPS TO MOROCCO. J.M. RETURNED TO THE USA TO STUDY INTERIOR DESIGN. HE STUDIED AT THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND AT THE SCHOOL OF VISUAL ARTS IN NEW YORK CITY. HE WENT ON TO DESIGN FOR WILLIAM SOFIELD AND LATER FOR RICHARD MISHAAN.