Red Shoe Maple and Padauk Plate Pedestal

Red Shoe Maple and Padauk Plate Pedestal

Regular price: $275.00
Sale price: $275.00
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Artist: Lee Seok Do
Maple Plate and Padauk Legs
Dimensions: 6.85L x 5.75W x 1.75H

Artist Lee Seok Do started off wanting to create a thick, hefty piece of wood. He wanted to create something heavy and substantial, but had to work around the conditions of his woodworking studio. So, he took two smaller pieces of wood and worked to see where the parameters of his life and space would allow. As a result, this smaller plate was created, and he allowed himself to be playful. He thought it would be fun to use a different color for the legs so he used Padauk wood which is naturally red for the feet of the plate. He calls this piece "Red Shoe Plate" and finished with Butcher Block Mineral Oil. 1 of 1.

Care: The tray is slightly waterproof (please do not submerge in water), and dry food can be served on the tray. Wipe down with a damp cloth after use.

The medium has taught Lee Seok Do patience and how to let go of control.

Artist Lee Seok Do loves boxing. From him, boxing is like watching two partners dance, and likens that to his relationship with wood. Wood is his partner, and if he wants to be a good partner, as an artist, he needs to bend and be flexible. But, there are some days the wood won’t dance with him. It’s taught him to let go when it’s time to. He credits woodworking to not only being his dance partner, but with being his teacher as well. The medium has taught him patience and how to let go of control. It’s only within this medium that he can sit with laser focus and lose himself in and quiet his mind.