This table is the latest iteration of my ever-popular lift-top tables. The client's chosen design results in a light-weight table base that requires the use of drop legs for stability when open. The legs fold up and attach magnetically under the tabletop and close inside the table base when the top is lowered. The tapered, round legs can be removed and placed inside for storage or shipping. Plenty of internal space inside for remotes or your latest novel. Cool. Made from hand chosen walnut and African wenge. The Wenge borders on the curved tabletop are fashioned using a lamination technique. Finished in wet-sanded Danish oil and satin wax.
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Jonathan Walkey is retired professional furniture maker who now makes selected pieces for discriminating clients. I am a one man studio, specializing in decorative arts and crafts, mid-century, Greene & Green, etc. furniture. my own personal style generally includes contrasting hardwoods with beautiful grains and hand worked inlays. In between commissions I simultaneously work on personal studio furniture projects.
I was raised in Lincoln Massachusetts where my father was the director of the DeCordova Museum of modern art. My mother worked as an expert in fine crafts and furniture . I attended many arts and crafts classes and summer art camps at the Museum. I was trained as a silversmith at age 11 and at age 12 built a 10 foot kayak made of wood and canvas. I was a U.S. Navy trained aviation mechanic and earned my living for 15 years as a master mechanic, working mainly on motorcycles. I am also a former carpenter, criminal appellate attorney, credentialed teacher, professional writer, and painter.
Today I apply my talents and interests to building fine arts and craft furniture. My lifelong continuing education combines training of the mind with training of the hands. What you buy from Jonathan is fine art as well as heirloom quality furniture built to last many lifetimes. These qualities are reflected in the cost of my work, neither of which should ever be compared with that of commercial furniture.
Trevor Fisher
For Solid Black Walnut Modern Tableterry
For Lift Coffee TableThis was a great experience. Jonathan was a professional all the way through. He sourced the table lift, we worked together on design and wood selection. When he ran into issues he was quick to communicate and we worked them out. What a great service and a great guy
Frank Luccia
For New ProjectThis is the second time I have worked with Jonathon. As with the first project, it was a great experience. The workmanship is exceptional. Jonathon is a pleasure to work with.
Ibi
For Teepe table baseI absolutely love my custom table. Jonathan went above and beyond and exceeded my expectations. He allowed my to be a specific as I wanted and was a great communicator throughout the project. I definitely picked the right maker. His expertise, craftsmanship and finishing touches are something I highly recommend. Thank you Jonathan for making my first CustomMade™ project a great experience!
Jennifer McGroarty
For "Teepee" Table Base In WalnutI am SO happy with the gorgeous, professional quality table Jonathan made for me! It is an absolute work of art - he made it with the utmost attention to every detail. He took the time to choose just the right boards and made sure the grains were lined up perfectly. It is exactly what I wanted. I feel so lucky to have found Jonathan, I would recommend him with the highest regard. He was so great to work with, and he shipped the table with such incredible care (all the way from CA to NY). It arrived in perfect condition. It is a custom designed heirloom piece for my family to be so proud of - THANK YOU Jonathan!!
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