Calypso Is a Nod to the Odyssey and Tradition

Salon Design’s current gallery exhibition is a good one – Calypso is the work of Peg Woodworking founder, designer, and woodworker Kate Casey. The collection showcases her signature style of combining hand weaving and angular woodworking, with inspiration derived from Peruvian and American Indian weaving patterns and the clean lines of Shaker and Scandinavian furniture design.

Calypso is a nod to the Odyssey and the use of mythology and the historical tradition of weaving as a historically female craft. Casey’s collection explores the contrast between natural and blackened wood finishes through furniture, sculptures, and wall hangings and the quiet strength behind tradition. If you’re in Boston between now and June 9th, stop by Salon to see the exhibition for yourself.

Bastet Stool | Bastat Collection

Elodin End Table

Elodin End Table

Euclid Bench | Euclid Collection

Euclid Bench | Euclid Collection

Satet Coffee Table | Satet Collection

Cleo Wall Sconce | Cleo Lighting Collection

Cleo Wall Sconce | Cleo Lighting Collection

Totems | Totem Collection

Totems | Totem Collection

Satet Bench | Satet Collection

Satet Bench | Satet Collection

Satet Bench | Satet Collection

Veruca Wall Hangings | Veruca Collection

Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she's likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.

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