About Dennis Bork

Dennis Bork has been chosen for the "Early American Life" magazine's "Traditional Directory of Craftsman", a juried directory, for 17 consecutive years: 1994-2010. His work has consistently been rated as "museum quality" in the Directory.

He is also the recipient of the 2009 "Cartouche Award" from the Society of American Period Furniture Makers. The Award is given to celebrate a lifetime achievement of period furniture making.

Dennis specializes in late 17th, 18th and early 19th century furniture using traditional methods. Traditional tools are used whether they are old or reproductions made by Dennis. More emphasis is placed on using hand tools rather than power tools. Some pieces are made entirely using only hand tools. Dennis's finished pieces are incredibly detailed with complex turnings, delicate latticework, beautiful rosettes and all hand applied finishes.

Hand carving a ball & claw foot for a pie crust tea table.

Hand planning boards.

Turned bed posts.