Mountains Writing Desk

Mountains Writing Desk
by Wei Jingye / 魏靖野

• Awarded April 15, 2022
• CLIENT: Lu Xun Academy of Fine Arts
• 13.378

Mountains is a writing desk and chair set made of elm wood. The form draws on the traditional Chinese recessed-leg table with everted flanges. The raised ends of the desktop reduce the chance of items falling during writing or painting. The front edge has a slight slope that supports a comfortable working posture. A compartment is placed under the desk for storage. The curved back of the chair recalls the mountain shapes of Chinese landscape painting, and a cushion is added to the seat. The desktop is hand spliced, while other parts are shaped by computer controlled milling.