Maloof at 90, An American Woodworker by Gene Sasse, softcover

Maloof at 90, An American Woodworker by Gene Sasse, softcoverGene Sasse, the well known photographer, has created a beautiful photo study of Sams furniture, home and workshop, together with insights from Sam and respected critics. The book includes a touching introduction by Sams friend, Jimmy Carter.

his new home and shots of the historic home at the new location awaiting reassembly

encouraged Sam to think about his life and career and to share those thoughts with the reader

wood barn and selected trees

he draws on the abstract vocabulary of Islamic geometry to illustrate legends of the biblical King Solomon

no matter what the species and I enjoy making objects that are both functional and beautiful

Woodworker

Gene Sasse

uses traditional Japanese esthetics combined with his own personal artistic eye to create a personal and wonderful adaptation of Japanese design

Through intricate cabinets and smaller functional objects

In the Solomonica series of cabinets

Sam shares his love of wood

Barnett’s designs lay bare a centuries-long hybridization of both stories and aesthetics: a great sharing of ideas and art