Rare American of Martinsville Mid-Century Modern Side or End Table with Drawer

Description: This is a very rare and exquisite French Regency Style piece by America's best mid-century furniture maker, American of Martinsville. It is in excellent condition as you can see by the photos. Im willing to put this on a pallet and freight it at the cost of the winning bidder. The table is 22/14" in height and table-top dimensions are 27" x 21" - Thanks for looking and happy bidding! Here is some more info: You may never have heard of Martinsville, Virginia, but furniture aficionados know that the shining gem that hails from the tiny town is American of Martinsville. Established at the turn of the twentieth century, American of Martinsville is about as American as mid-century modern design gets, and has earned its place among the pantheon of American furniture makers. Its midcentury designs are some of the company’s most striking. They’re alluringly sophisticated, yet simple, while also showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship for which American of Martinsville is known. Want to add a bit of American of Martinsville midcentury style to your collection? This guide offers a little of the backstory to the family-run brand and highlights the maker’s most collectible designs. From tobacco to the bedroom: The origins of American of Martinsville The story of American of Martinsville begins in 1906, when two intrepid businessmen, Ancil Witten and Charles Keesee, decided to build a business together. The two were well established in the tobacco industry, and they used their clout to set up a new furniture brand. Their initial focus was creating striking bedroom furniture sets but due to increased demand, by the 1920s they expanded their offerings to include dining sets too. Mid-Century Marvel: American of Martinsville Grows By the 1950s, American of Martinsville had grown exponentially, both in the scale of production and in the crafting of new styles at the height of the midcentury era. Expanding their product line once again into the realm of living room furnishings, American of Martinsville embraced the international excitement for the clean lines and sophisticated profiles of midcentury design. At the same time, the brand upheld its commitment to using materials of exceptional quality to ensure that American of Martinsville furniture would stand the test of time. This blend of cutting-edge trends and craftsmanship resulted in an explosion in the popularity of American of Martinsville’s wares over the latter half of the twentieth century.

Price: 425 USD

Location: Longwood, Florida

End Time: 2025-02-01T01:03:35.000Z

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