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Michael Doerr is a nationally known wooden furniture maker and designer. Handmade sculptural
chairs are the hallmark of Michael’s work and well worth a visit to his solo studio, south of Sturgeon Bay. Discuss
with the artist, his techniques and inspirations while experiencing the tactile quality of his furniture.
The Doerr Woodworking shop... "A place where the soul of a tree
meets the spirit of the craftsman." The public is welcome by appointment.
4371 Cty. Hwy. M
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Telephone: 920.743.5631
Craftsman and woodworker Michael Doerr surprised many famous international designers and the firms that represent them by taking the first place Prima Award for the Best New Product of 2006.
"The timeless
quality of the handmade chair, table or stool is brought to a new level of refinement and comfort by Door County
artisan Michael Doerr. My introduction to Doerr's work
came while I was compiling ideas for an exhibition on functional design for an exhibition entitled New Forms New
Functions, one of several exhibits mounted by the West Bend Art Museum exploring important statewide activity of
individuals in the field of designer craft and functional objects. Since that time I have seen Michael's work reach
a new and appreciative audience with its simplistic line, graceful comfort, and timeless finish."
Cheryl Stidwell Parker, former Executive Director,
Fairfield Public Gallery, Sturgeon Bay WI
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"I was introduced
to Michael Doerr's custom made chairs while organizing the exhibition 'Sitting Pretty: Contemporary Wisconsin Chairs'
in the spring of 2002. Michael's 'Bobbie's Chair' appealed to me as an object of art for several reasons. In addition to the chairs honest use of material, it has a clean look with simple
design and is constructed with superb craftsmanship. Perhaps
more importantly, human comfort is an integral part of
its design and the chair succeeds in this category as
well."
Andy McGivern, Curator of Exhibitions,
Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wasau WI
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