Edward's work is known for its masterful design, seamless joinery and
liquid-smooth finish. He has designed a variety of limited-production
pieces including blanket chests, stools, benches and coffee tables and
an extensive line of bird's-eye maple cutting boards, which are sold in
shops and galleries worldwide. "I make things of wood that I'd like to have myself:
functional pieces that are quiet, peaceful, and a pleasure to touch and
look at. My approach emphasizes select materials, structural integrity
and utility. I like to let the wood do the work — to coax nature to
imitate art."
With his family, Edward has made his home and workplace among the pastoral hills and valleys of southwestern Wisconsin.
Edward's Background
Master woodworker and designer Edward Wohl graduated from Washington
University in 1967 with a BS degree in Architecture. He has been
designing and building graceful wood furniture since 1970.
Although being greatly influenced by a summer spent in the home and
workshop of California woodworker Sam Maloof, Edward points to long-time
friend and industrial designer Bill Stumpf as his primary source of
learning and encouragement. "We became close friends in school, and
later I worked for Bill, making models and prototypes. I greatly admire
Bill and his work, and continue to learn from him to this day."
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