Hana Coast Gallery
Presents
The Wood Artistry of Robert Lippoth
Maui Master Artisan
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Born in New York State, Robert graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology, completing his Bachelor of Fine Arts, Woodworking and Furniture design with a 3.4 grade point average. One of his first group exhibitions was at the Exhibition of Fine Furniture at Baush & Lomb's world headquarters gallery in 1998. Maui artisan Robert Lippoth's singular work has already been featured in the national media. The September, 2000 issue of "Modern Woodworking Magazine" featured one of Robert's chairs that had previously won 1st Place in the Seating Category at the International Woodworkers Fair in Rochester, New York. |
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Handcrafted From Solid "Curly-Grain" Hawaiian Koa Wood 63.5" L x 38" W x 30.5 H $18,000 Handcrafted from one of the rarest woods on the planet, this elegant yet sturdy desk with its bent-lamination leg design is truly a masterpiece of joinery. Each leg consists of two separate 30-piece bent laminations that are mitered and joined in opposing directions. Legs meet apron in compound angles with Mortise and Tendon for both beauty and strength. The top is made of a solid slab of Hawaiian "curly-grain" Koa wood, a rare exotic wood from Maui that was air-dried for seven years. The finish is handrubbed with wet sanding using super-fine grits and Danish oil. This is what "Heirloom Quality" is all about. |
Dining Table or Executive Desk
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62.5" L x 37" W x 30.75 H Or Perhaps A Stunning Execxutive Desk Designed and Handcrafted by Robert Lippoth (Hawaii Master Artisan) $19,600 (Click on photos for a different view) The book-matched top is made of superbly grained dark "curly" Hawaiian Koa wood. The aprons are also of a "blonde" Koa. The elegantly curved legs are laminated for extra strength with a combination of Koa and Hawaiian Milo. The rare Koa wood comes from here on Maui. The top is sealed with long-lasting epoxy, then carefully handrubbed with a diamond compound and wax finish that requires not maintenance other than an ocassional dusting. |
Something Different
 Rare Hawaiian "Curly-Grain" Mango and Koa Table" 16-1/2" W x 16-1/2" L x 25-1/2" H Designed and Handcrafted by Robert Lippoth (Maui Master Artisan) $5,200 (Click on photo for a different view) The book-matched top is made of dye-stained "curly-grain" Mango. This elegant island wood has a grain that while highly figured doesn't usually show up that well. Robert decided to highlight the natural grain with dye, and the result is spectacular! The Aprons are of Rosewood. The slim, elegantly curved legs are Koawood with bent-lamination for extra strength. The top is sealed with long-lasting conversion lacquer, then carefully handrubbed with a diamond compound and wax finish.
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Robert speaks of his work: "When I design a piece, I think of it as a sculpture in the format of furniture. Often it is in nature that I find the most inspiration. Even a single blade of grass represents a perfect example of a subtle curve and gentle taper". "My primary goal is to delight the viewer (and collector) with furniture that is fresh, alive and playful. I want to design and build furniture that irresistably pulls people in for a closer look and instills in them the desire to touch. The works of wood-art that I create are considered to be of heirloom quality to be cherished and treasured for years to come." |
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