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Sam Maloof
with Sam Maloof
A close-up look at Maloof's craft, design, and technique
Sam Maloof is one of the fathers of contemporary woodworking. Now in this video profile of a master craftsman, you can see Maloof at work and at home, and see how his furniture embodies his ideas on craft, design and technique.
This visually rich documentary spans a week with Maloof while he builds and discusses various designs, including his oft-imitated rocker. It's a chance to savor the nuances and substance that make Sam Maloof an inspiration to woodworkers everywhere.
You'll discover how:
a comfortable chair seat can be shaped like a staved container
the router and rasp can sculpt joints both visually and structurally strong
rockers can be laminated, shaped and positioned for well-balanced chair
decorative splines can strengthen a pedestal table
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