500 Tables: Inspiring Interpretations of Function and Style (500 Series) [Paperback]

Ray Hemachandra (Author), Andrew Glasgow (Author)

Book Description

Series: 500 Series | Publication Date: May 5, 2009

These 500 tables are more than just practical places to set a coffee cup or notepad; they’re inspired works of art. Esteemed juror Andrew Glasgow has selected a wide array of styles and forms, from pieces that showcase masterful woodwork to ones that feature alternative materials and aesthetic sensibilities. The striking examples include Gord Peteran¹s end table fashioned from swirling red electrical wire, Boris Bally¹s small square transit table made of recycled aluminum traffic signs, and Stephen Whittlesey's "Eddy," which uses driftwood, salvaged oak, and chestnut. More than 300 artists are featured, and every work offers readers stunning craftsmanship, constant surprise, and beauty.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“A feast of ingenuity, grace, and sometimes straight-up wit ... (that) offers lessons in exquisite craftsmanship. You’ll be glued to your seat admiring the ingenuity of modern furniture makers.” — Christian Science Monitor

 

"If you are looking for ideas for a project, an excellent source is Lark Books' 500 Series. While this series covers many craft media, woodworkers will find the most inspiration from 500 Cabinets, 500 Tables, 500 Chairs, 400 Wood Boxes, and 500 Wood Bowls. Even if you are not looking for ideas, there is much in these books to appreciate and enjoy. You will probably do lots of nodding, plenty of eye widening, some jaw dropping, and, naturally, some wincing. Each book delivers a huge quantity of outstanding work." — Rob Porcaro, Heartwood: Inside the Woodshop

About the Author

Andrew Glasgow is Executive Director of the American Craft Council and former Director of The Furniture Society.

Product Details

• Paperback: 420 pages
• Publisher: Lark Crafts; 1 edition (May 5, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1600590578
• ISBN-13: 978-1600590573
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 7.8 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #110,353 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #17 in Books > Arts & Photography > Design & Decorative Arts > Furniture Design

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, June 1, 2009

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Maggy G. Robinson "maggysfuniture" (Bucks County, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 500 Tables: Inspiring Interpretations of Function and Style (500 Series) (Paperback)

As a maker myself I am inspired, and believe that more people will be aware that furniture does not have to come from a huge manufacturer to be GOOD STUFF!! Can't get too much exposure. I wish I had submitted some of my tables!!!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! 500 Tables is a classic furniture gallery book., April 3, 2009

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Very Busy -- and Happy -- Craft Artist (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 500 Tables: Inspiring Interpretations of Function and Style (500 Series) (Paperback)

I own 500 Chairs: Celebrating Traditional & Innovative Designs (500 Series) and have been eagerly awaiting this new book's release, and I think 500 Tables is even better than that earlier (and terrific) one in this series. They pair together fantastically well. The tables of more than 300 artist-craftspeople (both master furniture makers and students) are included. Some feature classic forms, others shockingly inventive riffs on them. Most, although not all, of the pieces are wood-centric. Most of the photography is very good, although some is a bit out of focus and I wish fewer photos were trimmed right to the table without having more "breathing" room. Nonetheless, the works featured are inspiring, mind-opening, and sometimes quite humorous (intentionally so, I hope!). The book was juried by Andrew Glasgow of the American Craft Council, with a nice introduction from editor Ray Hemachandra. 500 Tables is a really fine gallery book I'm proud to partner with 500 Chairs.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific Tables!, May 6, 2009

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This review is from: 500 Tables: Inspiring Interpretations of Function and Style (500 Series) (Paperback)

What a great survey of pieces by leading furniture makers! This book of tables includes some great coffee tables, and that's right where it deserves to be: perched on the coffee table of your living room to be perused by friends and family. I'm so impressed by the creativity, high skill levels, and inventiveness of these modern furniture makers, and their work is displayed to great effect in this wonderful, fun book.