Woodworker, by maynard orme, and sam maloofthe rocking chair, by bob smith. Today, authorized reproductions from maloof woodworking, inc. January 24, 1916 may 21, 2009 sam maloof was a furniture designer and woodworker, the first craftsman to receive a macarthur fellowship. Moving sam maloof saving an american woodworking legends.
Books and videos relating to sam and alfredas life and work are available for online purchase. In 1985, sam received a prestigious mac arthur foundation genius fellowship. Ronald reagan and jimmy carter were fans of the sam maloof rocker. He is now a national trustee and chairman of the academy of fellows of the american craft council and a member of the board of directors of the world, craft congress. Though sam has crafted more than 500 original furniture designs during five decades as a professional woodworker, his most famous piece remains his elegant, supremely comfortable rocking chair, seen at. But sam shuns fancy labels in favor of a more fitting description. Maloof was the first craftsman to receive a prestigious macarthur genius grant in 1985.
Handcrafted wood furniture, sam maloof rocking chairs. I found the book sam maloof woodworker id never seen anything like it before. Adamson has written a new book that accompanies the show, the furniture of samuel maloof w. Sam maloof was born in chino, california, of lebanese parents. Maloof and his lovely and gracious wife, alfreda before her passing. Please turn the pages above to learn more about the book which is the culmination of studying, photographing and compiling a collection worthy of the genius of sam maloof. For orders call 9099872805 sam maloof woodworker inc. Sam maloof, samuel solomon maloof, american woodworker born jan.
Sam maloof woodworker personal property appraisals. In 1985, maloof became the first craftsman to be recognized with a macarthur genius grant, a signal honor, but on his business card he referred to himself simply as woodworker. The book the furniture of sam maloof is a very nice and detailed life story of the woodworking genius and my guru with a lot of details about his excellant work. Thirtysix views of a master woodworker by fred setterberg accompanied the exhibition and a tour of maloofs historic home and discovery garden was offered as part of palm springs modernism week 2016. In this excerpt from the book designing and building chairs, the famed furniture. Sam maloof working on one of his signature rocking chairs. Build yours and remember, i am here to help if you need it. Finalist for the glenn goldman award for art, architecture, and photography, southern california independent booksellers association. Category 1960s american midcentury modern vintage sam maloof furniture. Mike johnson along with his son stephen, maintain sam maloofs vision of creating handcrafted furniture and accessories. The sam and alfreda maloof foundation for arts and crafts is a member of the historic artists homes and studios program hahs of the national trust for preservation. Sam maloof, woodworker by sam maloof, paperback barnes. An early model of rocking chair designed and made by sam maloof 19162009, one of the most esteemed american woodworker who instilled a timeless fluid aesthetic into american moder.
Sam maloof oilwax finish is a blend of oils and waxes used as a final coat over sam maloof s polyoil finish to create a soft, handrubbed appearance while enlivening the woods character. Written by sam himself, the book gives you an insight into his genius and humility that you. Sam maloof is americas best known contemporary furniture craftsman. This rocking chair design is the cornerstone of my sam maloof signature furniture line. Dec 31, 2016 sam maloof, woodworker by sam maloof, 9781568365091, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car cbc marketplace duration. Among maloofs simple handcrafted walnut pieces were cradles, bar stools, hutches, and the one for which he became best. Famous for his rocking chair, sam maloof made furniture. Despite all the conversations master woodworker sam maloof had with friends like former president jimmy carter, he mostly communicated through his work. Sam maloof oilwax finish is a blend of oils and waxes used as a final coat over sam maloofs polyoil finish to create a soft, handrubbed appearance while enlivening the woods character. Mike johnson continues to craft fine furniture in the tradition of his employer and mentor sam maloof.
Sams book is not written in a pompous manor but in a matter of fact point of view. Hahs is a coaltion of 30 museums that were homes and working studios of american artists. May 26, 2009 one of the earliest howto projects in popular woodworking which at the time was called pacific woodworker had the distinction of being a table by renowned woodworker sam maloof. This sam maloof black walnut spindle back king headboard is in overall good condition and wear. Sam maloof, woodworker by maloof, sam and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This video is part of our maloof inspired library, which is a special collection of videos dedicated to building furniture ispired by the legendary sam maloof. Whether you are enjoying afternoon tea in the low back chair or reading a good book in the elegant rocker, your comfort will always be unsurpassed. Worldclass woodworker sam maloof 19162009 the first craftsperson to receive a macarthur foundation grant, inhabited his family compound in alta loma, california, for 45 years until the state of california decided that a new highway was needed, and that the maloof homestead was in the way. The first craftsman to receive a macarthur foundation genius grant, a man whom his friend and fellow furniture maker jimmy carter called the best woodworker that ever lived, sam maloof was one of the great masters of midcentury modernism. That book is one of the most looked at books on my shelf, is a constant inspiration and my biggest regret is that i never met the man whose work it showed. One of the earliest howto projects in popular woodworking which at the time was called pacific woodworker had the distinction of being a table by renowned woodworker sam maloof. The fluid sculptural style is unparalleled by any other contemporary designer, uniquely recognized by a macarthur genius grant. This elegant rocking chair will become a cherished heirloom for generations to come.
The sensuous design lines invite you to have a seat and relax awhile. As you most likely know, sam maloof is an icon in the world of woodworking. Sam maloofs sculptedbase table popular woodworking. In honor of sams 100th birthday, a new book has been released sam maloof 36 views of a master woodworker, capturing heartwarming personal experiences with sam and alfreda.
When i was 30 i made a fair attempt at a copy of one of his rockers. Shaping wood, shaping artists, a twopart exhibit about the late, celebrated woodworker sam maloof, is in downtown ontario. Famous for his rocking chair, sam maloof made furniture that. May 02, 2016 in 1985, maloof became the first craftsman to be recognized with a macarthur genius grant, a signal honor, but on his business card he referred to himself simply as woodworker. Sam maloof 36 views of a master woodworker sam maloof books. This topcoat is recommended for fine pieces that wont be exposed to heat or moisture. The first craftsman to receive a macarthur foundation genius grant, a man whom his friend and fellow furniture maker president jimmy carter called the best. Sam maloof, woodworker by sam maloof, 9781568365091, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The legendary woodworker is known for his minimalist, handmade furniture. Forever humble in the face of his status as a master artist, sam refuses to think of himself that way, preferring to be called just a woodworker. While the article was not an actual stepbystep explanation indeed, there werent even dimensions offered, the process for constructing the distinctive table base was described. Sam and alfreda maloof foundation for arts and crafts. Sam maloof started making furniture immediately after world war ii, when there was very little demand for handmade objects. Sam maloof furniture exhibit in ontario fills 2 museums.
While the article was not an actual stepbystep explanation indeed, there werent even dimensions offered, the process for constructing the distinctive. Sam maloofs sculptedbase table popular woodworking magazine. Within ten years, sam maloofs name was known to woodworkers and rocking chair devotees throughout the world. Sam maloof january 24, 1916 may 21, 2009 was a furniture designer and woodworker, the first craftsman to receive a macarthur fellowship. Each limited edition book, signed by sam maloof and gene sasse, is produced in southern california. No other twentiethcentury studio furniture maker has received as many awards for design and craftsmanship. Sam and alfreda maloof foundation for arts and crafts, alta. What if picasso had been a chair maker and stravinsky a desig. Mar 16, 2016 the first craftsman to receive a macarthur foundation genius grant, a man whom his friend and fellow furniture maker jimmy carter called the best woodworker that ever lived, sam maloof was one of the great masters of midcentury modernism. He has been featured in articles and books and is the subject of the films sam maloof. His book reflects his passion and skill as a master. Genius awardi, as well as the mastercraftsman award of distinction.
Sam maloof embodies all of these traits and, in case you havent surmised, is one of my biggest influences. Sam maloof, woodworker sam maloof, jonathan pollock. Celebrated woodworker and furniture icon sam maloof died thursday at his home near rancho cucamonga, calif. See more ideas about sam maloof, furniture, rocking chair.
Sam maloof is americas most renowned contemporary furniture designer and woodworker. Not only has sam helped change the perception and attitudes of consumers all over the world, but he has been instrumental in bringing the craft of woodworking to new levels. This book does a great job of both highlighting his many creations as well as to tell the story of the man who would define an entire style and change the face of fine furniture. The first craftsman to receive a macarthur foundation genius grant, a man whom his friend and fellow furniture maker jimmy carter called the best woodworker. Mike johnson along with his son stephen, maintain sam maloof s vision of creating handcrafted furniture and accessories.
The son of immigrants from lebanon, he has won a macarthur genius grant, and his. His name is sam maloof, and this book is his life and work told in his own words. The sam maloof historic home is listed on the national register of historic places. Illustrated with hundreds of bw and color photographic reproductions, this work traces maloofs career from his earliest efforts to the. Published to coincide with the centennial of his birth, this richly illustrated book, sam maloof. His perseverance through years of difficulty is a testament to the depth of his love for wood and for working with it. Fred setterberg the first craftsman to receive a macarthur foundation genius grant, a man whom his friend and fellow furniture maker jimmy carter called the best woodworker that ever lived, sam maloof was one of. Sam maloof is the selftaught master of contemporary american furniture. While he is selftaught as a woodworker, both his name and his work are instantly recognizable. Today there is a man with this quality of profound artistic vision and talent who has devoted his life to making furniture. Mar 25, 2016 published to coincide with the centennial of his birth, this richly illustrated book, sam maloof.
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