Unbent: Shaker Shelf, 2015
Cherry and Copper Tacks
This piece was inspired by the Shakers’ demanding aesthetic for simple but elegant lines in everything from shovels to chairs. The curve is drawn from a Shaker oval box with a traditional fingered joint fastened with copper tacks. Hand-turned pegs pay homage to the Shaker rails, while the curved back piece adds a contemporary twist. The Shakers would not have approved of a shelf meant for display, but a secular audience may enjoy it.