Desk (Silver Leaf Desk)

Over four decades, Wendell Castle created unique sculptures and furniture. Castle’s work became so significant within the craft field that he was ultimately known as the father of the American Studio Furniture Movement. In 1963, he pioneered the usage of stack lamination—layering thin layers of wood together with adhesive to create one piece that can be sculpted. Castle used the technique to create imaginative and complex works, such as this silver leaf desk, many with organic qualities.