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Wendell Castle

American · 1932–2018 · Painter, Sculptor

Wendell Castle was an American sculptor and furniture maker and an important figure in late 20th century American craft. He has been referred to as the "father of the art… (Wikipedia)

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  1. Wendell Castle, Unique "Chaise Rocker", 1962, Oak, leatherUnique "Chaise Rocker"Phillips · $325,000≈ £256,795≈ €285,815Sign up to see
  2. Wendell Castle, Unique three-seater sofa, 1974, Stack-laminated walnut, leatherUnique three-seater sofaPhillips · £225,000≈ $314,325≈ €258,321Sign up to see
  3. Wendell Castle, Unique and important "Environment for Contemplation", 1970, Stack-laminated oak, flock-covered fiberglass, flock-covered wood, fabricUnique and important "Environment for Contemplation"Phillips · $312,500≈ £246,918≈ €274,822Sign up to see

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  1. Wendell Castle, “Goose desk”, 1983, English walnut, curly maple, ebony, lacquer, India ink
    “Goose desk”, 1983
    Drawing
    30 3/8 x 65 1/4 x 32 3/4 in. (77.2 x 165.7 x 83.2 cm)
    Phillips · · Lot 93
    Unsold / did not meet reserveEst. $25,000–35,000View at Phillips ↗
  2. Wendell Castle, "Abilene" rocker, 2008, Stainless steel
    "Abilene" rocker, 2008
    Sculpture
    29 1/2 x 30 x 53 3/4 in. (74.9 x 76.2 x 136.5 cm)
    Phillips · · Lot 75
    Unsold / did not meet reserveEst. $50,000–70,000View at Phillips ↗
  3. Wendell Castle, two armchairs and eight side chairs, 1997, faux snakeskin textured black painted mahogany with grey fabric upholstery
    two armchairs and eight side chairs, 1997
    faux snakeskin textured black painted mahogany with grey fabric upholstery · Panel
    height 33 1/2in (85.1cm); width of side chairs 19in (48.3cm); width of armchairs 30in (76.2cm); depth 23in (58.5cm)
    Bonhams · · Lot 2112
    Unsold / did not meet reserveEst. $6,000–9,000View at Bonhams ↗
  4. Wendell Castle, Dining Table, 1997, Satinwood and bronze
    Dining Table, 1997
    Sculpture
    height 23in (58.42cm); width 59in (149.86cm); length 98in (248.92cm)
    Bonhams · · Lot 2113
    Unsold / did not meet reserveEst. $20,000–40,000View at Bonhams ↗
  5. Wendell Castle, Buffet, 1997, Satinwood and bronze
    Buffet, 1997
    Sculpture
    height 23in (58.4cm); width 22 1/2in (57.2cm); length 98in (248.9cm)
    Bonhams · · Lot 2115
    Unsold / did not meet reserveEst. $18,000–25,000View at Bonhams ↗

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Wendell Castle signature

24 catalogued lots by Wendell Castle record a signature line. Most often: signed.

Form

  • signed16
  • signed and dated8
  • Signed and dated with inscribed dedication — Dictionary Stand, Clarke Auction Gallery, Sep 13, 2026
  • Signed and dated — Twisted Buffet, Clarke Auction Gallery, Sep 13, 2026
  • Signed and dated — Twisted Buffet, Clarke Auction Gallery, Jun 7, 2026

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About Wendell Castle

Wendell Castle was an American sculptor and furniture maker and an important figure in late 20th century American craft. He has been referred to as the "father of the art furniture movement" and included in the "Big 4" of modern woodworking with Wharton Esherick, George Nakashima, and Sam Maloof.

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