Wharton Esherick was born July 15, 1887 and died May 6, 1970. He was a sculptor that work primarily and in wood. Esherick is known most commonly for his sculptural furniture and other furnishings. He was born in Philadelphia and attended the Philadelphia Museum school of industrial arts and the Pennsylvania Academy of fine arts. He moved to Paoli Pennsylvania, to pursue a painting career after graduating. During his new career he started carving frames for his paintings which eventually led to woodcarvings and other etchings, which led to his work in the sculpture arts. His home studio outside Valley Forge Pennsylvania, became his largest work of art. Utilizing his sculptural skills he designed an architectural layout for a house. Not only did he design the architecture be designed every aspect of the home. Including furniture, and floors ceilings, Windows, and doors etc. After his death his home studio and architectural work of art became a museum for the public.
While attending high school I was fortunate enough to live the town next to Paoli. I was given the chance to go on a field trip with our class to the Wharton Esherick Museum. Words can begin to describe the magnificent sculptural feats achieved throughout the house. Everything flows together so Seamlessly it’s as if it was all carved from the same block of wood. This museum is such a hidden treasure, and should be sought out by all who appreciate art.
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