Woodworker Palo Samko Creates the Melting Dali's Clock
Leslie Chen — May 26, 2011 — Art & Design
References: palosamko & coolhunting
Based in Brooklyn, New York, Palo Samko creates one-of-a-kind wooden works to adorn your home with. Highly original and unique, these designs surely can't be found anywhere else.
One of the most interesting designs from Palo Samko is his recently revealed Dali's Clock. Made of mahogany wood, the clock is both sophisticated and creative, made through classic measures but features a modernized design. Just like the famed Salvador Dali painting, the hands of the clock look like they're melting off.
Trying to use salvaged wood from nearby neighborhoods as much as he can, Palo Samko looks for the most unique materials in order to create his designs.
One of the most interesting designs from Palo Samko is his recently revealed Dali's Clock. Made of mahogany wood, the clock is both sophisticated and creative, made through classic measures but features a modernized design. Just like the famed Salvador Dali painting, the hands of the clock look like they're melting off.
Trying to use salvaged wood from nearby neighborhoods as much as he can, Palo Samko looks for the most unique materials in order to create his designs.
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