" Monolith ", Dean Marino's solid spruce stool/table, is a work of art that expresses the versatility of contemporary art. A minimalist sculpture with a clean line that manages to capture the attention thanks to the contrast between the fire-treated material and the untreated material, pleasant to the touch and the wood grain that crosses the surface like a flooded river. Shades of sap blue/azure can be seen on unburned surfaces.
Monolith's solid spruce wood is carved and burned to enhance its beauty and uniqueness. The parallelepiped-shaped sculpture has the dimensions of 40 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm and is made with artisanal techniques (YAKISUGI or SHOU SUGI BAN).
Monolith is a stool that offers the user the possibility of sitting or leaning as if on a small sculpture. It is an object that can be used as a piece of furniture to enhance the personality of a room, but also to add a touch of modernity and minimalism.
Wood is a living material, therefore after the creation of the work, it can change and age over time, creating new fissures that will make the surface unique and more lived-in. These changes are a natural process, caused by climate or environmental changes. These changes will give the artwork a more aged look and add character and value to your creation.
Dean Marino, the designer artist who created Monolith, is an Italian with a strong passion for minimalist furniture. His artistic research focuses on simplicity and sustainability, on the creation of objects that can be used to improve the quality of life.
Monolith is a stool that combines ancient craftsmanship and the modernity of a minimalist decor. It is an object capable of adding a touch of style to anyone's home, be it an art and design enthusiast or anyone wishing to add a touch of personality to their home.