In short: Wooden armchair No. 13 is an armchair carved from a massive trunk: with a tall, slightly concave back, wide armrests and a base decorated with carved vertical folds. It suits a yard, a gazebo, a terrace or the rest room of a sauna. The size and finish are agreed individually with each customer.
A wooden armchair carved from a single trunk
In the photo the armchair stands indoors on a concrete floor, among other natural wood products. On the left you can see the corner of a table made of thick planks, behind the armchair a railing of round stakes on a log base and a massive log bench. Pots with houseplants stand around. Surroundings like this let you see the shape of the armchair well: it is lit from the front, and the background is calm.
The armchair looks as if it had grown out of a single tree. The seat, back, armrests and base form one solid volume with no visible joints, screws or plank seams. In the upper part of the back you can see a natural lengthwise crack, a mark typical of solid wood, which only reminds you that this is a real trunk and not a glued slab.
Laukbaldis makes furniture from solid oak, and experienced craftsmen turn the natural shapes of the wood into a decoration of the piece. This is especially clear in this armchair: its silhouette cannot be built from separate parts, it can only be carved.
The armchair is coated with a light, honey-colored finish through which the wood structure and the lines of the rings are visible. The surface is sanded smooth, so when you sit down you feel warm, pleasant wood, not a rough log.
A tall back and wide armrests
The back is tall, much higher than the armrests, and its top is rounded. At the front it is slightly concave, so when you lean back your back does not slide sideways and your shoulders feel support. This shape recalls old armchairs in which it was comfortable to sit for a long time by the fire.
The armrests are carved from the same trunk. The left one juts forward like a wide shelf, and the right one like a massive block-shaped chunk. It is convenient to rest your arms on them, put down a cup of tea or lean on them when getting up. The armrests are wide, so they do not press on your arms even when you sit for a long time.
The seat is set in between the armrests and the back, as if hollowed into the trunk. Because of this you sit not on the edge of the armchair but in it, wrapped from three sides. This feeling of being enveloped is the reason why such armchairs are loved: they look and feel like a safe, cozy place.
If you want even more softness, you can put a cushion on the seat and throw a sheepskin or a blanket over the back. Natural wood and textiles together create an especially cozy picture, particularly on a cool autumn evening.
The armrests are useful not only for sitting but also for standing up. Older people find it convenient to lean on them when getting up from a deeper seat. Because the armchair is heavy and stable, it does not shift when you lean on the armrest with your full weight. This matters at a farmstead or a sauna, where people of different ages relax.
A base with carved folds
The lower part of the armchair is the base of the trunk, in which vertical folds are carved. They recall the pleats of fabric or tree roots still gripping the ground. The folds are of unequal length and width: some end in a point, others in a rounded end, so the base looks lively and asymmetrical.
The armchair has no separate legs: it rests on the whole base. Because of this it is very stable: it will not sink into the ground the way thin legs do, and it will not tip over even if someone sits down or gets up abruptly. On the other hand, outdoors such a base should stand on a dry, hard surface so that moisture does not collect underneath.
A carved armchair is heavy, so the wind will not blow it over and children will not tip it. It is simpler to move it to another place with two people, so it is worth thinking in advance about where it will stand permanently.
The folds have a practical meaning too. A solid, smooth trunk would look heavy and monotonous, while the carved vertical lines visually lighten and elongate it. In addition, the light and shadow in the gaps between the folds change depending on the time of day, so the armchair looks different in the morning and in the evening. It is this detail that makes handmade furniture valued more than factory-made furniture.
What the photo shows
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Carved from a trunk | Yes |
| Tall rounded back | Yes |
| Armrests | Yes, both |
| Carved folds in the base | Yes |
| Separate legs | No, it rests on the whole base |
| Light, honey-colored finish | Yes |
The armchair can be combined with other carved furniture: the tree-trunk table “Star” No. 12 or the natural wood furniture with trunk chairs No. 5. A more massive table can be found among the massive outdoor furniture “Heavy” No. 4. You will find all the tables, benches and chairs in the section garden and outdoor furniture.
In the background of the photo there are other natural wood solutions: a railing of stakes on a log base and a log bench. They show how a carved armchair goes with other products in a similar style: they all have the same warm color and natural shapes, so together they make up a unified setting.
Where a trunk armchair fits
A wooden armchair carved from a trunk is a piece of furniture that always draws attention. It can stand where you want one special seat:
- By an outdoor fireplace or a campfire spot. The tall back shields your back from the wind, and the wide armrests let you put down a cup.
- In a gazebo or on a terrace. The armchair can be the host’s seat at the table or a separate relaxation corner.
- In the rest room of a sauna or in a summerhouse. In an interior of natural wood it looks like part of the home. You will find examples of such buildings in the section saunas and summerhouses.
- In the yard of a farmstead or a cafe. Guests gladly sit in such an armchair and take photos in it.
Two such armchairs placed opposite each other by a low table make a cozy conversation corner. And one armchair deep in the garden, under a tree, can become a favorite spot for a book and a morning coffee.
An armchair like this is often chosen as a special gift too, for an anniversary, a housewarming or the opening of a farmstead. It is not a mass-produced item, so it stays memorable for many years, and everyone who sits in it remembers the occasion.
Indoors the armchair looks like a sculpture, so it is worth placing where it is clearly visible: by a window, by a fireplace or in a corner of a room. The natural color of the wood goes nicely with log walls, stone, linen textiles and houseplants, as in this photo.
How to look after a carved armchair
A massive trunk is durable, but it needs a little care too. The main thing is not to let moisture stay long under the base and in the hollow of the seat.
- Outdoors, place the armchair on paving blocks, terrace boards or a flat stone, not directly on damp ground.
- After rain, wipe the seat so that water does not stand in the hollow.
- Once a season, coat the armchair with an oil made for exterior wood, especially carefully the underside of the base and the gaps between the folds.
- In winter it is best to keep the armchair under a roof: in a gazebo, a shelter or indoors.
Small cracks in solid wood are natural and usually do not harm the strength of the piece. Indoors, where the air is drier, the wood may keep drying for a while, so in a new armchair cracks sometimes become slightly more noticeable. That is normal: it is enough to clean the surface and coat it with oil. If the armchair stands indoors, place it away from a stove or a radiator so that the wood dries evenly.
How to order armchair No. 13
UAB “Laukbaldis” has worked since 1996 and, as the company states, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. Because armchairs are carved from natural trunks, each one differs slightly in shape, ring pattern and fold design.
Call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 13. Tell us where the armchair will stand, outdoors or indoors, and what finish you would like. The website shows only typical examples, so the size and finish are agreed individually. If you want several armchairs or an armchair with a table, say so right away, and then the furniture can be matched to each other.
Before you call, think about who will usually sit in the armchair. A taller person will find a taller back and a wider seat more comfortable, while a more compact version suits children or a smaller space. It is also worth saying whether the armchair will stand at a table or separately, because the height of the seat and the shape of the armrests depend on it. These things are agreed before production, so the wooden armchair will be adapted to your needs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the armchair carved from a single piece of wood?
The photo shows a solid armchair carved from a trunk, with no visible joints. Laukbaldis makes furniture from solid oak.
Is it comfortable to sit in such an armchair?
Yes, the tall concave back and the wide armrests wrap around the sitter. For more softness you can put a cushion on the seat.
Can a wooden armchair be kept outdoors?
Yes, but it should stand on a dry, firm base and be coated with oil once a season. In winter it is best to keep the armchair under a roof.
Is the crack at the top of the back a defect?
No, small cracks in solid wood appear as it dries. They usually do not harm the strength of the armchair.
Can I order several identical armchairs?
You can order several armchairs, but they will not be exactly identical. Each is carved from a separate trunk, so the shape and pattern differ slightly.
How do I order wooden armchair No. 13?
Call us and quote No. 13. We will agree on the size, the finish and where the armchair will stand.
