show us pics of your desk

[betweenthelens]

 

Thank you for posting the photos. It's really a gorgeous desk.

 

I also do some photography (just an advanced amateur of B&W fine art photography) so I can imagine that you must have a fun time photographing those beautiful pieces of furniture.

 

Claudio

Thank you, Claudio. Glad you've enjoyed.

[raging.dragon]

Thanks so much. I'm pretty sure the clock works but, to my knowledge, the curatorial staff doesn't keep any of the clocks in the mansion running. I do love, love, love my job. If I'm behind a camera, I'm happy. I'll tell you one thing. The desk is HEAVY! The four people moving it had a pretty difficult time and they're going to hate us today when it needs to be turned and then moved off of the paper.

 

That's a beautiful desk. Do you know what type of wood it's made from (under the parquetry, marquetry, and veneer (if any))?

[harrygr]

That lamp is sexy.

 

I demand to see the contents of your razor-case!!

 

Since it was a demand, here is a pic. The pen is my grandfather's Parket Duofold Slimfold.

 

http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/hsaounat/DSC_6980_zps2e112a48.jpg

 

The razors are fully functional and I am using them in almost daily basis. I have hundreds of pictures with my shave set up of the day, but I won't post pictures since it will be off topic!

[Shangas]

Absolutely beautiful. Did you make the box yourself? Or was it bought and repurposed for razor-storage?

[kingcobradude]

Since it was a demand, here is a pic. The pen is my grandfather's Parket Duofold Slimfold.

 

http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/hsaounat/DSC_6980_zps2e112a48.jpg

 

The razors are fully functional and I am using them in almost daily basis. I have hundreds of pictures with my shave set up of the day, but I won't post pictures since it will be off topic!

Nice. I have always wanted to shave with a straight razor

[betweenthelens]

 

That's a beautiful desk. Do you know what type of wood it's made from (under the parquetry, marquetry, and veneer (if any))?

We know kingwood was probably used for the parquetry with a fruitwood used for the floral design but have no knowledge of other woods used in its construction. One could perhaps deduce, from other Sormani pieces, what was probably used but I am not skilled in this area as I'm not a curator, only the photographer.

[harrygr]

Absolutely beautiful. Did you make the box yourself? Or was it bought and repurposed for razor-storage?

 

It was a box for decoupage. I painted it, built some wooden partitions and placed soft fabric. I think this could also work for pens.

[Shangas]

I love straight-razors. I have two which I use all the time. If I could, I'd own a matched pair. Or a seven-day set. Maybe one day, I will...

[Skyppere]

betty's thread re: pictures of ink inspired me to take some snaps of my desk. sorry, no shots of my ink, as they're strewn all about the house. thought it'd be an interesting look into the lives of fpn'ers...

 

http://img471.imageshack.us/img471/1747/dsc022065tb.jpg

http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/3117/dsc022097cm.jpg

 

 

Eight years after the original posting I wonder if this individual is still visiting this site. I'd be interested in knowing more about this beautiful piece of furniture. Did you build it yourself? I have more questions.

skyppere

[raging.dragon]

We know kingwood was probably used for the parquetry with a fruitwood used for the floral design but have no knowledge of other woods used in its construction. One could perhaps deduce, from other Sormani pieces, what was probably used but I am not skilled in this area as I'm not a curator, only the photographer.

 

I was wondering if it was made from Kingwood or another rosewood - if so that would explain the weight!

[betweenthelens]

 

I was wondering if it was made from Kingwood or another rosewood - if so that would explain the weight!

I can try to find out more when I head in this week. You sound as if you know quite a bit about furniture or the crafting of it.

[raging.dragon]

I can try to find out more when I head in this week. You sound as if you know quite a bit about furniture or the crafting of it.

 

Wood working is a hobby that I've neglected due to time constraints, but I've read a fair bit about techniques and I've researched exotic hardwoods because I find them aesthetically pleasing.

[betweenthelens]

 

Wood working is a hobby that I've neglected due to time constraints, but I've read a fair bit about techniques and I've researched exotic hardwoods because I find them aesthetically pleasing.

Interesting. What do you make, when you have the time?

[perth]

Not really my desk, but a picture of me messing around for the first time and mixing inks.

[TSherbs]

In the anti-gravity room?

[amberleadavis]

In the anti-gravity room?

 

 

Of course, I have a whole back yard that's anti-gravity too.

[beak]

Not a desk, but...

 

As a note on woodwork, I made this on Sunday afternoon because I hadn't anywhere to store all the new paper I just found. It went from sketch to first coat of paint in about four or five hours, with simple hand tools, and was made from garage scrap.

 

Things don't have to be complicated, you just need a simple project that interests you. As with all things, 'Just start doing it.' is the secret. Have fun too. If it all goes wrong, so what - it will be better next time because of what you learned.

 

http://i.imgur.com/mvrLJoQ.jpg

Edited February 4, 2014 by beak

[betweenthelens]

Not a desk, but...

 

As a note on woodwork, I made this on Sunday afternoon because I hadn't anywhere to store all the new paper I just found. It went from sketch to first coat of paint in about four or five hours, with simple hand tools, and was made from garage scrap.

 

Things don't have to be complicated, you just need a simple project that interests you. As with all things, 'Just start doing it.' is the secret. Have fun too. If it all goes wrong, so what - it will be better next time because of what you learned.

 

http://i.imgur.com/mvrLJoQ.jpg

That is lovely and your words ring true: Just start doing it...if it all goes goes wrong…it will be better next time because of what you learned.

Thank you for that.

[Skyppere]

In the interest of full disclosure, here is actually where I write most of my letters. My cat has kindly vacated the tray so I can take a picture. I have no idea who it is on tv at the moment. I tried to clear away the cheetos... I have three other desks but am consigned to this tiny space because the desks are, you know, full.

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r315/skyppere/DSC03422_zps4766ec03.jpg

[Dr_P]

Nice beak! It seems that you also have a secret compartment beneath it