Description
Crafted at the intersection of ancestral know-how and contemporary design, the Hunter Backless Bar Stool embodies the richness of a family tradition passed from father to son. Born in the warm heart of the Sawyer workshop—where wood sings beneath the hand and every grain tells a story—this backless stool is a tribute to simplicity shaped by excellence.
Made from carefully selected solid wood—ash, maple, or walnut—the Hunter Backless showcases the nobility of natural materials through clean lines and quiet elegance. Its subtly curved seat gently supports the body, while its hand-turned legs echo the timeless codes of the classic Windsor chair, a legacy dear to the Sawyer lineage.
Dave Sawyer, a graduate of the renowned MIT in mechanical engineering, quickly discovered that his true calling was not behind a desk, but in the warmth of wood and the poetry of craftsmanship. In 1982, the year his son George was born, Dave built his first Windsor chair — a moment that marked the beginning of a lifelong passion. The technical precision, the variety of forms, and the silent dialogue between hand and material drew him in completely. Over the next three decades, he refined his designs to their purest essence, creating chairs of remarkable grace and lasting quality.
From his workshop nestled in the heart of Vermont, Dave passed on his knowledge to hundreds of students, sharing his techniques, patterns, and secrets with unmatched generosity. His humility and dry wit made him a beloved teacher and mentor. His work, both soulful and masterfully crafted, now lives in homes across the country and even in the halls of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts — quiet witnesses to the beauty of traditional craftsmanship.
Technical details :
Materials: Maple, Ash, Cherry, Butternut, Oak and Pine
Dimensions : 19”Wx21”Dx25”H
Origin : Boston (USA)
Design by : George Sawyer
Lead time : 4 weeks
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