"Tricky Tripods" 84 X 30 Inch Glass Top Desk
Note: This size tripod costs $695 for one of $1295 for a pair. These Tricky Tripods (and yes, they are tricky to build) can be made in pairs for any size rectangle table and also as singles for round tables. Like the first set, these are made of black walnut, in this case a very light-toned walnut. Unlike the first set, which was made for a 96 inch dining table, these tripods are slender and delicate to the eye, though built to hold and elephant. They can be made in any hardwood and in a huge range of dimensions and proportions
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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.
- KC
Kevin Carpenter
For Kevin's Desk5.0This was my first experience with working with a Marketplace project, and I must say it was an enjoyable experience. My chosen “maker” Jonathan, was a pleasure to work with. He provided consistent updates on my project which included photographs. He listened to my directions and created the desk of my dreams.
Thanks for creating my beautiful desk!
WAWm A
For Shaker/Hepplewhite Side Table5.0Antika, did a great job on all fronts. Materials, craftsmanship, and design were superior. Would certainly work with them on future projects.
- FL
Frank Luccia
For New Project5.0This 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.
- RE
Roger Evans
For Santa Monica Dining table4.8We just received our table last evening. The craftsmanship is superb and we love the table. We would recommend this craftsman highly to anyone and will use him for another project that we are working on. Shipping was a little slow , but the end result was excellent, and the shipping personnel were professional and courteous and careful.
Overall extremely satisfied. - TI
tom ingrassia
For Greene And Greene Table5.0We are very picky when it comes to furniture. We have purchased a few pieces of Stickley furniture. Stickley is very high quality but we really wanted something of high quality but designed just for us. Jonathan was the artist! We communicated by email. He was very timely with his responses and very detailed with his descriptions. I kept thinking to myself that he may get frustrated with us because we went back and forth on email at least 25 times. He was a perfect gentleman. Although we knew what we wanted, Jonathan gave us choices and gentle guidance so we could keep our vision in tact. Our table has Seven inlays of maple leafs and many more rectangular inlays at the bottom of the legs. What I find so subtle yet unique is that the inlays are not just copied from the original. All of the leafs, when you look closely, are different. This would never be seen in a factory piece, even with Stickley. We are extremely happy. The price was very competitive.
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