Jeff Martin
Terraced Sarcophagus Side Table
2025
Hand-sculpted ceramic stoneware tiles, mixed mineral glazes, and a solid wood substrate with a recessed base.
18h x 8.5 x 11 in
The Terraced Sarcophagus Side Table is a sculptural meditation on "studio archaeology"—the practice of reclaiming kiln-fired remnants and elevating them into permanent, totemic forms. Defined by its tiered, interlocking cylinders, this 2025 edition introduces an architectural silhouette that balances brutalist weight with a rhythmic, staggered grace.
The piece is clad in a hand-laid mosaic of ceramic tiles, each a unique artifact of the maker’s process. A curated palette of matte bone, slate, and charcoal glazes creates a tactile, light-catching surface that celebrates the raw, "wonky" imperfections of stoneware. Anchored by a recessed base, the table possesses a grounded yet ethereal presence—a functional monument to the history of the studio.
Jeff Martin
Terraced Sarcophagus Side Table
2025
Hand-sculpted ceramic stoneware tiles, mixed mineral glazes, and a solid wood substrate with a recessed base.
18h x 8.5 x 11 in
The Terraced Sarcophagus Side Table is a sculptural meditation on "studio archaeology"—the practice of reclaiming kiln-fired remnants and elevating them into permanent, totemic forms. Defined by its tiered, interlocking cylinders, this 2025 edition introduces an architectural silhouette that balances brutalist weight with a rhythmic, staggered grace.
The piece is clad in a hand-laid mosaic of ceramic tiles, each a unique artifact of the maker’s process. A curated palette of matte bone, slate, and charcoal glazes creates a tactile, light-catching surface that celebrates the raw, "wonky" imperfections of stoneware. Anchored by a recessed base, the table possesses a grounded yet ethereal presence—a functional monument to the history of the studio.
