At first glance, you might not even recognize them as wood. That’s what makes Tico’s specials so remarkable. These unique projects are self-initiated and born from pure craftsmanship.
They are made from linden wood, a soft type of wood that is ideal for intricate carving. With an extensive collection of chisels, every detail is carefully shaped and brought to life by hand.
A selection of these extraordinary projects is shown below. Through the YouTube videos at the bottom of the page, you can get a behind-the-scenes look: from a simple wooden block to a finished special – the entire process unfolds before your eyes.
Topla
Tico designed and carved his own dream car out of wood. In an interview about the creation of the dream car, the journalist remarked: “It’s an original Topla.” The name stuck ever since.Watch the...
Sewing machine
It starts with a large block of wood. Using a variety of chisels, the wood is gradually carved away—until a fully wooden sewing machine emerges.Watch the video.
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