Wavok Stool and Side Table – Japanese Cedar

Description

Curator’s Notes

We’ve long admired Toshimitsu Sasaki’s sculptural approach to furniture, and the Wavok Stool and Side Table is a perfect example. At first glance, it looks like a solid block of carved wood… weighty, monolithic. But lift it, and you’ll notice how surprisingly light it is. Hollowed from within yet fully stable, it’s a piece that balances visual heft with everyday practicality.

Available in two finishes, Japanese Cedar and Black Japanese Cedar, each version brings its own mood to a room. The natural cedar grain is soft and warm, while the blackened version has a more striking presence, especially in contrast to lighter interiors. Whether used as a stool, pedestal, or side table, the Wavok holds its own in a space. It’s a reminder that even functional pieces can carry the sensibility of a sculptor’s hand.

Wavok Stool and Side Table was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker

Maker: Hida

Designer: Toshimitsu Sasaki

Specifications

Dimensions:

15.4″ (w) x 15.4″ (l) x 15.7″ (h) or 390mm (w) x 390mm (l) x 400mm (h)

Weight:

Approximately 18 lb or 8.2 kg

Materials:

Cedar Wood

Details

• Handmade in Japan
• Hand-carved from Japanese cedar wood
• Features Hida’s signature heat compression technique for added strength
• Finished by hand using traditional planes and fine sandpaper
• Lightweight yet durable
• Suitable as a stool or side table
• Features a subtle grain and natural cedar scent
• Ideal for use in a variety of environments, including the living room, office, or garden
• Reflects over a century of Hida woodworking tradition