Art Nouveau Writing Chair 1
Art Nouveau Writing Chair 2

Art Nouveau Writing Chair

$4,500

My own design in black walnut the main fascination being the twisted arm and supportive elements. My refusal to work within the limitations of machines, my rebellion against commercial mediocrity.

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ralph mitchell

ralph mitchell

furnishings of intoxicating beauty

butler, OH
Member since: 2013
4.7
57 Maker Reviews

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    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

Working alone, I state working alone because nearly everything that I design and make are works of art made by me alone and signed by me for 20+ years, Ralph produces furnishings and signs rebelling against "mechanical mediocrity" refusing to work within the limitations imposed by machines and produce objets d'art which can only be accomplished with many hours/days/weeks/months of hand tooling.
To summarize, I am an artisan, not merely a furniture maker. Thank you for your interest in my fascination.

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    ann marie zenone

    For Dream Of The Shaman
    5.0

    I have to say Ralph is awesome! A truly nice person and a pleasure to work with and a very talented wood carver. He did a beautiful job on the totem pole. I am amazed at how awesome it came out.
    Thanks again Ralph!!!!

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    Cara Walker

    For Cara's Sculpture
    4.8

    I worked with Ralph on creating 2 sculptures. He provided frequent updates and was consistent with any questions that he had regarding my preferences with the pieces. The finished product was absolutely beautiful, completed on time and packed so that it arrived in one piece! I was proud to display the sculptures at my organization's event. I'm positive that I made the correct decision in selecting Ralph for my project.

    Ralph proved to be a true artist. His professionalism, creativity, expertise and talent were greatly appreciated. I will definitely contact him again when I need some additional sculptures created.

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    Natalie Pitchford

    For Carved Wood Sign - Rose And Thorn
    4.8

    We are extremely happy with Ralph's workmanship. He listened to our requirements and translated them into a beautiful end product. The results far exceeded our expectations.

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    caleb wilkerson

    For Treasure chest Project
    4.7

    Ralph is an amazing craftsman. He works with you and has great communication. He is very reasonable with his prices and I would definitely work with him again.

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    Alexander Wild

    For Alexander's Cane, Walking, staff
    4.0

    Today (22JUL2016) was the day I requested the product (walking cane) to be available for my Commander to deliver to a retiring Solider after 28 years of service. The product was completed and shipped danger close to the ceremony time (1400 22JUL2016). I prefer more breathing room. The product (which was top notch in quality and expectations) arrived today at 10am. Any problems with shipping or any delays what so ever (an hour, a day) would have ruined my guy's retirement ceremony, gotten myself one way conversations from my Command that I would preferably not want. In the future, I recommend products are shipped a week prior to the days they are requested. I'm not saying it didn't work out, but that's not the way I operate.

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