Rupert Eachell’s Exceptional Fine Furniture In The Classical Tradition Lives On In Perth
“Menuisier” is the French word for a joiner i.e. an artisan who is a skilled wood-worker. In the old days, menuisiers would be commissioned by royal families to custom make furniture for their homes. So, looking at such fine furniture today brings us back to the days when pomp and pageantry is the order of the day for Europe’s richest families. One can imagine that the grand ballrooms of the ancient French courts would house such furniture.
However, you neither have to travel back in time nor go to Europe to enjoy such fine work. Right here in Perth, we find that the royal and ancient art of classical handcrafted furniture by a master wood craftsman is, in fact, alive and well. Rupert Eachells is a rare talent find in today’s world of mass production and cheap imitations. He has been schooled in the near-lost craft of the traditional menuisier (the guild of woodcraft and joinery in France dating back to the 16th century). His training has been with the finest craftsmen from Europe. Rupert is a menuisier at work when he works on his fine furniture.
He has displayed his love for this art form in wood. Whilst he does design and make the fine furniture in the contemporary styles, he essentially deals in the classical styles. He customizes each piece of work to cater for each client’s individual needs and taste. Exclusively unique is the word to use to describe each piece of furniture. Each piece will improve in value over time.
Dream homes with individuality designed and handcrafted furniture made from genuine Australian wood to suit a particular room decor or interior design – these are the choices that Rupert offers his clients. Alternatively, clients can commission unique designs,.g. a suite in the bedroom, tables and chairs in the dinning room, mirrors and fireplaces in the hall, decorative tables – the list is extensive.
Religious bodies have commissioned Rupert to design altars and pulpits. He has designed and carved corporate themes and logos as well as family insignias and coat-of-arms. Rupert’s creations have Australian bush motifs and floral themes integrated inside. His works have been displayed in a number of Furniture Expos and Royal Shows.
It is in no ordinary homes that you would find Rupert’s masterpieces. Each piece is an heirloom you would be pleased to give to your children. Rupert’s work is not loud, but is tasteful and uniquely Australian.
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