Beyond his furniture, theres much inspiration in maloof s way of life and reasons for doing. This engaging book, which is being released on the centennial of maloofs birth, skillfully weaves together the words of family, friends, and associates to present. I figured id give it a chapter or two and do my bestand this book is absolutely fascinating. Sam maloof 36 views of a master woodworker sam maloof books. The sensuous curves and subtle walnut grain of maloofs rocker just seem to beckon and say come on in a sit a while. It is an invaluable document that attests to the importance of craft in the lives of all people. Panoply books offers unusual, offbeat, rare and outofprint quality used books. Sam maloof started making furniture immediately after world war ii, when there was very little demand for. Today there is a man with this quality of profound artistic vision and talent who has devoted his life to making furniture. A limited edition handmade book with original photographic prints. His name is sam maloof, and this book is his life and work told in his own words. The sensuous design lines invite you to have a seat and relax awhile.
Sam maloof, woodworker by sam maloof, jonathan pollock. The sam and alfreda maloof foundation, established in 1994, is committed to creating a preeminent center that preserves the maloof s legacy and fosters the arts and crafts movement. His name is sam maloof, and this book is his life and work told in his own. Signed by sam maloof, to deborah, blessings, peace, sam maloof 1997. A portrait of an important american furniture icon, this book shares the voices of a diverse group of artists and friends who have been moved by sam maloof s work. Sam maloof january 24, 1916 may 21, 2009 was a furniture designer and woodworker, the first craftsman to receive a macarthur fellowship. Buy sam maloof, woodworker by sam maloof, jonathan pollock online at alibris. Regional oral history office, maloof, sam,nathan, harriet and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. To ask other readers questions about sam maloof, woodworker, please sign up. We also offer a diverse collection of vinyl records, art, textiles, ephemera and more. Critics are raving about sam maloof 36 views of a master woodworker. I built a maloof inspired rocker with paul lemiski these chairs are based off of hal taylor templates and instruction. Sam maloof woodworker hardcover 1983 for sale online ebay.
Sam maloof style midcentury modern rocking chair, signed. 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. When i was 30 i made a fair attempt at a copy of one of his rockers. Be sure to get your copy of this insighful new book. This is a very clean copy with no marks to internal pages. Sam maloof finish instructions from sam maloof, woodworker.
The work of the foundation recognizes the ever increasing role of the crafts in our world of machinemade products the reconnecting of human values with. Army during world war ii, and working as a studio assistant to the artistdesigner millard sheets, of claremont, california. Pioneer woodlathe artist, and master creator of bowls from fine and rare woods 1998 reprint by stocksdale, bob, 19 ive,bancroft library. A beautifully crafted, simple and cleanlined walnut spindle back king size headboard, circa 1965 original. 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. But a friend recommended it, and then it showed up. What if picasso had been a chair maker and stravinsky a desig. This is a great japanese 1st edition my girlfriend got me for a birthday, very grateful for it.
This book is so precious to me that i wont even let anybody in my family put a fingerprint on it. Sam maloof, woodworker more editions of sam maloof, woodworker. A limited edition handmade book with original photographic prints by gene sasse. Sam maloof 36 views of a master woodworker is available to purchase in our online store or at the maloof store.
Cover has signs of shelfwear and minor scuffing, as well as minor edgewear. I basically learned from hal taylor but absorbed the techniques of any chair makers i could learn from. That book is one of the most looked at books on my shelf, is a constant inspiration and. Handcrafted wood furniture, sam maloof rocking chairs. Furniture of sam maloof book rockler woodworking and. This book is sam maloofs life and work told in his very own words. View larger image sam maloof, woodworker sam maloof. Sam maloof was born in 1916 in chino, california, to lebanese immigrant parents. This oak serving board was made in sam maloof s original workshop and is based off of the pattern of the maloof rocking chair arm. 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. Weve sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Sam maloofs sweeping sculptural chairs have become famous throughout the world for their exquisite design and craftsmanship. I built a maloof inspired rocker with paul lemiski. The timeless design is strikinglight, strong, curvaceous and quite comfortablemade with a combination of machine and handwork.
Sam maloof, woodworker book by sam maloof 2 available. Sam maloof, the legendary california woodworker and furniture maker. 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. Oak rocking chair arm pattern serving board own a piece of the maloof legacy. I then asked him if i could buy some wood, have him to sign it, and build my own chair. Woodworker by sam maloof 1989, paperback, new edition at the best online prices at ebay. Sam maloof american, 19162009 a monumental freeform trestle table with notch detail, 1992 california walnut 2812 x 100 x 4112 inches 72. Sam maloof 1916 2009 born in chino, california, in 1916 to parents who had emigrated from lebanon, sam maloof was self taught as a woodworker. These are pages 67 and 68 from sam maloof, woodworker. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers.
Sam maloof, a designer and woodworker whose furniture was initially prized for its simplicity and practicality by southern californian homeowners in. Famous for his rocking chair, sam maloof made furniture that. I could easily say that no other person has made such a profound impression on me. But sam shuns fancy labels in favor of a more fitting description. I found the book sam maloof woodworker id never seen anything like it before. Rocking chair in the style of sam maloof, made of oak, made even in cherry or walnut possible, rocking chair. Maloof foundation scott russell sanderss latest book is dancing in dreamtime, a collection of ecoscience fiction stories due out this summer from indiana.
Good signed by authors 1st edition good inscribed by sam maloof on. One of the most endearing aspects of the artist sam maloof was the effect his character had on the families. Mixed with some sam maloof techniques as well as scott morrisons. In the words of president carter, sam has touched the hearts and lives of. For sale on 1stdibs hand carved rare tiger maple sam maloof style rocking chair.
About samfac sam and alfreda maloof foundation for arts. He has been featured in articles and books and is the subject of the films sam maloof. Maloof and his wife, alfreda, who has managed the books, taken many of the photographs and been the hostess for the numerous house guests all these years, were married in 1948 and bought the property in 1952. Each limited edition book, signed by sam maloof and gene sasse. This topcoat is recommended for fine pieces that wont be exposed to heat or moisture. Sam maloof started making furniture immediately after world.
The maloof chair joint popular woodworking magazine. Woodworker by sam maloof 1989, paperback, new edition book. Each limited edition book, signed by sam maloof and gene sasse, is produced in southern california. Woodworker, by maynard orme, and sam maloof the rocking chair, by bob smith. Large and finely detailed walnut ottoman by noted california woodworker sam maloof. He began making furniture in 1949, after working as a graphic artist in industry, serving in the u. Maloof was working as a graphic artist, doing silkscreens and scaling mosaic murals. Sam maloof started making furniture immediately after world war ii, when there was very little demand for handmade objects. 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. Sam maloof s sculpted rocking chairs are iconic, so much so that his name is synonymous with that furniture style. Sam maloof, woodworker paperback by sam maloof and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Sam maloof, woodworker by sam maloof paperback signed. Thirtysix people discuss sam maloof and his work, and its such an amazing tribute to maloof. Sam maloof s sweeping sculptural chairs have become famous throughout the world for their exquisite design and craftsmanship. Chairs, including the widely celebrated maloof rocker, tables, cabinets, rockers, music stands and other pieces crafted from the worlds finest woods. Signed books discover rare books at where youll find a wide selection of fine, collectible, and rare books including signed books page 8 covid19 update april 10, 2020. The beautiful rocking chair, shown opposite, was made of figured claro walnut, and has many elements of the work of sam maloof.