"A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects" Book Spoons With common US trees included

With common US trees included as well as interesting trees from around the world

made out of Oak and Walnut wood acts as a palimpsest of material and thoughts

and two gatefolds

enhancing the natural beauty of the wearer through its own natural beauty

"A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects" Book Spoons With common US trees includedBlack artisans have long been central to American art and design, creating innovative and highly desired work against immense odds. Atlanta based chairmaker and scholar Robell Awake explores the stories behind ten cornerstones of Black craft, including: The celebrated wooden chairs of Richard Poynor, an enslaved craftsman who began a dynasty of Tennessee chairmakers. The elegant wrought iron gates of Philip Simmons, seen to this day throughout