valepuu
Valepuu is a Finnish term that translates to "false tree" or "fake wood" and is most commonly associated with the artist and designer Antti Nieminen. Nieminen, active in the mid-20th century, developed a technique for creating decorative objects and furniture using a method that mimicked the appearance of carved wood. His work, often produced in the 1950s and 1960s, is characterized by its unique texture and the illusion of traditional craftsmanship.
The material used by Nieminen, and thus referred to as valepuu, was typically a composite made from
Valepuu pieces are recognized for their distinctive feel, often being lighter than solid wood and having a