Rustic Furniture Makers

Utah: Gibbs-Smith, 1995. First Edition (presumed; no prior editions or printings cited). Large quarto in cream boards, gilt titles; dust jacket; 115 pp: color photographs; 29 cm Very Good in Good dust jacket, light bumping to tip and tail of spine; pages crisp and clean; jacket shows edgewear, else pictorials are unaffected. Now in archival mylar. Hardcover. ISBN: 9780879056803

A richly illustrated survey of American artisans who revived and reinterpreted the rustic aesthetic in handcrafted furniture. Kylloe, an authority on the rustic movement, documents the work of contemporary makers who draw inspiration from Adirondack traditions, frontier craftsmanship, and natural materials—bark, twigs, antlers, and weathered wood—to create pieces that blend sculpture with function. Through studio profiles, photographic essays, and commentary on technique and design philosophy, the book celebrates a distinctly North American vernacular art form rooted in the wilderness yet expressive of individual creativity. It stands as both an aesthetic study and a testament to the enduring appeal of craftsmanship that honors nature’s forms. Top quality publishing by Gibbs-Smith, formerly Peregrine Smith.| **Somewhat heavy. large item. Additional shipping fees may be needed for expedited, priority, or international orders. Please inquire**