Glossary of terms

The Molesworth style was characterized by a great variety of leg and arm treatments, treatments which lend a distinctly Western flavor. Below we have displayed examples of classic Molesworth styles.

Burl, shaped poles, carved and painted panels. Open end burl couch with leather woven side panel. Shaped poles and routed and painted panels.

Burls with shaped poles, detail in leather panel,Chimayo weaving. Burl poles, leather and fringe open end.

Interpretations of the highest quality, in the Molesworth Tradition . . .
What do we mean byThe Molesworth Tradition?

Hallmarks of Molesworth design are: natural materials, grand stature, and the clever juxtapositioning of traditional woodworking craftsmanship with romantic thematic elements.

Molesworth included certain design elements that are a signature of his style. If Molesworth were alive today,and had access to the same materials that we have available - how would he incorporate them into his furniture? This question and our extensive understanding of Molesworth's work, guides us in interpreting the use of these new materials in his traditional manner.

Marc Taggart & Company can create furniture and accessories in the Molesworth Tradition using the finest materials and craftsmenship.

Suggest your own theme and prepare to fall in love with a custom designed piece done in the finest Molesworth tradition.

Reproduction of an original Molesworth routed teepee waste basket.

Molesworth reproduction burl club chair, with routed panel. Ottoman is a contemporary interpretation by Marc Taggart of what Molesworth might have desgined today.