Patrick Legard, Contemporary Walnut Windsor (FURNITURE 2025)

Photos:

Joe Allen

Country

United Kingdom (Great Britain)

This is my take on the traditional Windsor chair. Utilising both traditional and contemporary methods for the construction and crafting of the components. Designed to stand out each taper and chamfer carefully considered. The design really comes to life in this English black walnut that I sourced direct from the tree surgeon who felled it. Facets from travishing the saddle are left to be a tactile conversion between myself, the maker and the recipient. I’ve incorporated my signature eyelet stretchers which bring some joy to the overall aesthetic of the piece. Finished with odies oil which really brings the grain out in beautiful fashion.

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