Credenza

Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Credenza, 1971

Dimensions:
84 × 28 × 30 in (W x D x H)
213.36 x 71.12 x 76.2 cm

About this Arthur Espenet Carpenter Credenza

This classic Credenza is handcrafted by Arthur Espenet Carpenter from beautiful cuts of California Walnut. In an executive office, the credenza is an extension of the workspace that often serves as a secondary focal point, adding to the functionality and the aesthetic of the room. It embodies a blend of sophistication, efficiency, and style.

As such, this piece was originally designed to sit flush with a wall behind Espenet Carpenter’s accompanying piece, the Executive Desk, in order to facilitate an extended work surface. This credenza features a file drawer, which can hold both legal and letter-sized files, and cabinets with pull out shelving.

The Utilitarian Works of Arthur Espenet Carpenter

Arthur Espenet Carpenter’s steadfast commitment to creating useful and functional pieces truly shines through in this Credenza. Created for utility, the functional features in this piece make it a staple in the executive office for which it is intended.

Espenet Carpenter is known for creating stylish pieces that do not compromise functionality, a trait that his work embodied and that he taught to over 250 apprentices throughout his life. These pieces are made to create comfort, convenience, and organization for their owners, and are designed with durability and usage in mind.

Arthur Espenet Carpenter – A Legacy of Craftsmanship

Arthur Espenet Carpenter was born in 1920. He grew up in New York City, later joining the U.S. Navy, where he began to realize his desire for a creative career. Upon his return from the service, the artist moved to San Francisco and began his long and storied career in woodworking. He got his start creating humble wooden bowls before shifting the bulk of his effort to furniture design, where he became a pioneering figure in the studio craft movement.

Espenet Carpenter is the author of “Education of a Woodsmith” which was released after his death in 2006. The legacy of Espenet Carpenter and his sleek, minimalist pieces remains a major influence on contemporary and future generations of woodworkers.

Designed and created by Arthur Espenet Carpenter in 1971.

Material: California Walnut wood

Arthur Espenet Carpenter was a self-trained master craftsman who was born in New York City in 1920. Upon graduating from Dartmouth with a degree in Economics and English in 1942, Carpenter enlisted in the Navy. During his time in the Navy, he realized his desire to have a career that allowed him to express himself creatively.