Explorations in Wood: The Furniture & Sculpture of Tim Stead by Giles Sutherland, 1993 first edition, Canongate Press. ISBN 0 86241 433 4.

An extensively illustrated study of the work of Scottish-based sculptor and furniture maker Tim Stead, exploring his distinctive use of wood across furniture, sculpture, interiors and architectural commissions.

The book covers some of Stead’s best-known work, including Café Gandolfi in Glasgow, the Memorial Chapel in Aberdeen, his own home and studio, exhibitions and the throne made for Pope John Paul II’s visit to Scotland. It also considers his close relationship with the natural qualities of timber and his wider interest in conservation and tree planting.

With a foreword by David Bellamy. 100 pages, generously illustrated throughout with photographs of Stead’s furniture, sculpture and interiors, including numerous full-page colour images.

First edition, published by Canongate Press, Edinburgh, 1993.

Very good condition. Covers remain bright and attractive with light surface and edge wear consistent with age. Pages are clean and the binding is sound.