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Grant-Noren
Ingela Noren and Daniel Grant
Ingela Noren and Daniel Grant are the inheritors of a Scandinavian tradition. The early craftsmen who developed their method of "faux finishing" reproduced exotic stones and wood on furniture and building interiors. Over the centuries, perfect representation became less important than artistry and originality.
All of Noren and Grant's works are hand painted on wood. As taught by an old master in Stockholm, they first apply an underlayer of sealing stain or paint. They then mix pigment with a milk-based emulsion, creating glazes that they apply and manipulate with a diverse set of tools. There are metal and rubber combs, many-headed brushes for creating grain and veins, rags, sponges, stippling brushes, and even their own fists and fingers. At the end, a final varnish is applied to protect the work and impart a commanding sheen.
Noren and Grant's partnership began in 1986 in Pietrasanta, Italy, where they worked as marble sculptors. Ingela Noren, a renowned weaver, studied art and craft in Sweden, her native country, including faux finish techniques. Daniel Grant, a skilled and professional marble sculptor and painter, studied art and philosophy in California. He made custom furniture and cabinets before joining Noren in their combined artistic venture in 1994.
Customer Reviews
This table is absolutely beautiful and perfect for the rounded corner of our great room. We couldn't be more pleased. Bravo to both artists!
When I ordered the table, I thought I would have a heavy complicated piece to put together. I was shocked when I received the package. It was perfectly packed and extremely easy to assemble. There were six screws and it was put together easily and efficiently. The table is beautiful and fits in with everything that I own. The artwork surface everything about it is perfect. I couldn't ask for anything more.
I am so happy with my table and matching mirror which was custom made. They are exquisite and match my reclining leather chairs!
This table is beautifully designed and adds focal character to our great room. having three art statements in this room provides a welcome ambience to our gathering place. Table was carefully packed and was easily assembled with a Phillips Screwdriver using the machine screws provided. The table is as sturdy and useable as it is casually elegant.
Absolutely gorgeous table for my favorite reading chair!! Even more beautiful than the pictures it is truly a piece of art.
