"The Goose" - Reproduction Of 18th Century Philadelphia Style Secretary
This is a reproduction of an 18th century Philadelphia style secretary. From hand drawn plans to completion took almost nine months. It was the 4th piece of furniture I completed and was the recipient of the 2007 AWFS-Fresh Wood Best of Show and Peoples Choice awards. It is made of solid cherry and madrone burl. There are over 150 hand-cut dovetails and numerous hand-carved accents. All hardware is solid brass and historically accurate. The finish is a hand rubbed shellac and wax combination. Purchased by a wonderful couple in North Carolina, this piece serves as a showcase for a number of books and historical documents that were lovingly collected over their lifetime.
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My name is Chris Hedges and I am the sole proprietor and designer/craftsman at AedanWorks. For me, working with wood is about more than shaping and joining pieces together to create a whole: It's about creating a tangible object that tells a story and, like all good stories, it’s a collaborative effort. Whether your needs are functional or purely aesthetic, it is my goal to work with you to bring to fruition your ideas and help you tell the story of your life and, ultimately, the story of us.
My Education
After receiving a M.A from Ohio University, I spent two years at the University of Rio Grande's Fine Woodworking program studying everything from basic cabinet making to period furniture, finishing, and carving. During my education, I learned a deep appreciation for hand work and attention to detail. As a testament to my acquired knowledge, during my second year I won top awards at the 2007 Fresh Wood student design competition for the Philadelphia secretary listed in my gallery.
For the past 10 years I have been working diligently to complete as many custom orders as possible and have expanded AedanWorks from a single room in my basement to a fully functional one man furniture studio focusing on hand crafted furniture that honors the skills of traditional craftsman.
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