On Wed, 23 Dec 2009 02:05:19 -0500, the infamous "Bill"
scrawled the following:


"SonomaProducts.com" wrote in message
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Chairs, in some ways are the pinnacle of woodworking. Subtle
variations in gemetry of design can make them comfortable or not. They
require perfectly executed joinery to withstand the enormous racking
pressures they will experience when in service and the geometry of the
joinery and shaped parts can represent a real challenge.

Gustav Stickley, Sam Maloof, the Windsor chair, all legends.

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I just looked up Gustav Stickley. I wish to share the following remark of
his (from "The Craftsman") just in case you may find it an enjoyable frame
of perspective as I did.

"There are elements of intrinsic beauty in the simplification of a house
built on the log cabin idea. First, there is the bare beauty of the logs
themselves with their long lines and firm curves. Then there is the open
charm felt of the structural features which are not hidden under plaster and
ornament, but are clearly revealed, a charm felt in Japanese
architecture....The quiet rhythmic monotone of the wall of logs fills one
with the rustic peace of a secluded nook in the woods."

That's a nice quote, Bill. Uncle Gus was a wonderful furnituremaker,
especially while he had Harvey Ellis on his payroll. My favorite
piece was this bookcase: http://fwd4.me/9Kf Some day...

I always have fun reading issues of "The Craftsman", learning what
things meant the most to people from a century ago.


Now, get back to work! : )

Work, hell! I'm in decompression mode. My family (3 women of 3
generations) left this morning at 8am. A new record for this house
was made. An entire roll of TP disappeared in under 20 hours. It takes
me 6 to 8 weeks.

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