Arthur Espenet Carpenter Walnut & Enameled Steel Dining Table, 1987, Signed

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This exquisite dining table (or monumental center table) by Arthur Espenet Carpenter, signed by the artist underneath: 'Espenet 8706', dating this work to 1987, features a monumental solid Walnut with Rosewood inlay top over a red and black sculpted enameled steel base. A round glass center allows you to view the interior of the sculpture slash table base below.

The solid walnut top is thick and substantial, and is balanced out with a gently sloped edge and exotic Rosewood inlay, giving comfort and sophistication to an otherwise eye-catching and stunning work of art.

Newly polished in a thick and smooth French Polish, the most expensive and laborious finish due to its multiple hand-applied polish coats, which is soft to the touch and visually glasslike. One of my favorite attributes is the incredibly vivid and expressive wood grain throughout - providing a wild and impressive site to you and your guests while dining.

The circular glass cutout in the top visually opens the view to the cylinder below. consider placing something in here such as a potted plant or flower, sculpture or lamp for illumination. Oh the possibilities. If you have a little dog put a pillow in the center and this might be their new favorite spot.

Underneath the signed sculpture of a top is a heavy and thick black and red enameled steel base, sculpted with gentle curves and ribbon like cuts complements the simplicity of the round top.

Both pieces are sculptures of their own - one in wood which is signed by the artist and one in enameled steel. It is an unusual and compelling incorporation of sculpted steel, rarely seen throughout Arthur Espenet Carpenter's extensive and seminal body of work.

Arthur Espenet Carpenter, a self-taught woodworker in San Francisco, California was recognized as a master studio designer in the post-war American Studio Furniture Movement. Espenet worked alongside notable names such as Sam Maloof, Wendell Castle, and George Nakashima and was known for how he preferred creating unique pieces for individuals rather than creating commissions for commercial businesses. This approach has led his works to becoming highly sought after by collectors and art investors - and with his exotic yet classic style to interior designers and connoisseurs.

This dining table, monumental center table, or conference / meeting table by Arthur Espenet Carpenter would work great in a Craftsman, Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Space Age Mod, Post-Modern, Contemporary or Zen / Minimalism room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Hollywood Regency, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office.

ARTIST: Arthur Espenet Carpenter (American, 1920-2006)

PROVENANCE: Acquired directly from Arthur Espenet Carpenter's Bolinas, California studio by the prior owner in 1987.

MEASUREMENTS:
H 28.5" x 67"Diameter
Glass is 22.5" Diameter

CONDITION:
The walnut top was newly polished and is in exquisite condition, smooth to the touch and the polish helps to protect the top from daily use. The enameled steel base is in very good vintage condition with very light and very minor wear only noticeable on close inspection. Glass is in excellent condition with no chips or nicks. One very faint hairline and surface level scratch on the glass which can possibly be polished off. Beautiful, attractive and ready for immediate use.