Folk Art Release 2

Folk Art

Noun

Handcrafted, often functional objects (furniture, textiles, ceramics) or visual arts produced by common people.

Heavily influenced by Emily’s love of folk art and craft based art forms, this ongoing collection is a celebration of the art of the ‘common folk’ and the utilitarian items we seek comfort in everyday. 

The chair has been transformed from overlooked to heirloom, invoking nostalgia and highlighting the value we place on objects and why.

Feb 16 @ 5pm AEDT

Featured Tiny Chairs

Common Folk 20
Common Folk 20
Common Folk 11
Common Folk 11
Common Folk 21
Common Folk 21
Common Folk 2
Common Folk 2
SHOP ALL TINY CHAIRS

WHO’S EMILY?

Geelong based ceramic artist Emily Brookfield creates miniature ceramic chair sculptures that invite curiosity and nostalgia.

Each piece is hand-built in her home studio using stoneware clay and finished with unique and colourful glazes. Each chair carries its own distinct personality. Altering the scale of the chair strips it of its function, inviting contemplation on how we interact with, and place value on this familiar object.

These heirlooms are for the curators, collectors, design lovers, and anyone drawn to the magic of small things.

Learn more about Emily

Testimonials

  • Frances

    “I just wanted to thank you for sending through the very well packaged vases and quite swiftly. I also wanted to thank you for the gift of the little houses, that was quite a surprise.

    Just to let you know, I have bought some of your work though the NGV and the Brunswick Gallery in Fitzroy. Absolutely love your work.”

  • Nikki

    “I found your tiny chairs through TikTok and instantly ordered two! They’re absolutely delightful.”

  • Desiree

    “Wow, just wow. I purchased one of your chairs from your online shop and it was packed very well. Upon opening my package I was in aw. Amazing craftsmanship.”

  • Hannah

    “I love my lil’ yellow chair. And I couldn’t help myself but all the other goodies I have from you I displayed in my new house in my kitchen!”

  • Noelle

    “I love them! I love the mini size, the variety and originality. Very sharp and very well done. Master chair builder you are.”

  • Billie

    “Just received my order and no breakages. I am IN LOVE!!! The tiny incense holder with the house and trees is so freakin’ cute!

    Thank you so much.”

  • Cait

    “Just collected my delivery from the post office. Thank you so much - I love it all!!!.”

  • Con

    “I’m starting to become a Brookfield museum!”

  • Kay

    “Completely obsessed with my tiny chair. I could easily fill my entire house with your work, they’re all so beautiful!”

  • Jenny

    “I have a little green chair from you and I love it!”

  • Irene

    “Each tiny chair that I ordered shows the love you put into your works of art.”

  • Sam

    “Emily, I’m OBSESSED with the chairs!! Obsessed. Thank you!”