Description
I am a Black Japanese Cedar Wavok Stool and Side Table. Carved to last, I might be hollow but I don’t lack substance. Some things hold more than they seem.
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
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