Faux bois was most popular in the late 19th century and a good portion of it has dissappeared because of the passing of its select few experts in the art.
How to make faux bois concrete furniture.
I have been working with concrete in many unique ways rather than the typical pour in a mold ways so this was just perfect to pu.
In my virginia studio i practice the 150 year old art form known as concrete faux bois meaning false wood in french.
This project is inspired by the very old art form over 150 years old of faux bois which means fake wood in french.
Concrete faux bois up cycled chair.
Faux bois is an artistic imitation of wood usually made with concrete.
In some parts of the united states and mexico faux bois may also be referred to as el trabajo rustico.
To create individual pieces or entire sets of durable beautiful and unique furniture.
Diane husson designs and creates original contemporary concrete faux bois furniture.
She is commissioned by individuals and designers throughout the u s.
To see her work please visit the gallery.
I amassed quite an assortment of early 20th century concrete faux bois furniture after i bought my house in maine more than a decade ago.
Create a faux wood grain with paint.
Starting with simple steel rebar and hi tech cement mixes i take inspiration from the natural world around me and create lasting faux bois furniture that appears to have grown in place by the unseen hand of nature.