These new freestanding pieces are cut from a single 5" thick slab of Elm, which measured 150cm long and 80cm wide. The tree that the chunk was cut from must have been gigantic before it succumbed to Dutch Elm disease in the 1970s.
As is often the way with this type of work it is the material that dictates the design. By keeping the form simple and clear, the natural beauty of the wood grain can shine.
A big thanks to Tom at We cut Stuff in Brixton for his great CNC advice and spending a whole day helping me tackle this enormous slab.
