Title: Rare Mid-century 2 Tier Carved Birch Coffee Table by Heywood Wakefield Description: This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired 2-tier carved coffee Table is made from two sculpted birch boards suspended with X frames along either side. The table was made by the renowned Heywood Wakefield furniture company and is an excellent example of American mid-century furniture. Heywood Brothers was established in 1826; Wakefield Company was founded in 1855. Both produced primarily rattan and wicker pieces. By the late 19th century, as rattan and wicker furniture became increasingly popular, the two companies became major rivals, then merged in 1897 as Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company. They acquired other furniture manufacturers, including Washburn-Heywood Chair Company in 1916, Oregon Chair Company in 1920, and Lloyd Manufacturing Company in 1921. Also in 1921, the company name was shortened to Heywood-Wakefield Company; its 1930s designs were inspired by the Art Deco movement and included high-quality hand-crafted solid wood furniture also popular during the mid-century modern era. Measurements: 17" x 19" x 41" United States, 1950 We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made by the best and most well-known American designers and manufacturers including: Ritts Company.(Herb Sr. and Shirley Ritts) Tropitan Seven Seas Rattan Paul Frankl Tropical Sun Rattan These designers and companies helped to popularize rattan furniture in the United States during the 1930s through the 1960s. Shirley Ritts was the mother of photographer and music video director Herb Ritts Jr. Shirley Ritts was born in Baltimore, Maryland on October 28, 1920. Herb Ritts Sr. also invented the "S springs" under the cushions in the early 50s and replaced the wrapping with preformed plastic. Paul Frankl came from New York just before the Depression after a great run designing his renowned Skyscraper furniture line. He designed and decorated the homes of Hollywood’s top stars and producers from his Beverly Hills shop. Paul Laszló was a Hungarian-born architect and interior designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built his reputation while designing interiors for houses in the 1950s to 60s, Including rattan furniture in his style. C.W. Fishbeck started Tropical Sun Rattan of Pasadena in 1905. Tropical Sun produced top quality real rattan furniture in the Philippines where most of the above designers also had their designs made. He had showrooms across the country. We have in stock at this time a vast array of rattan from all of these designers, decorators, and architects; their sofas, chairs, and tables, just about all their designed products from the 40s through the '60s. All rattan, bamboo, and wicker furniture has been painstakingly refurbished to the highest standards with the best materials. Rattan workers do all refinishing with over 30 years of experience. Every wrapping and joint has been inspected by “The Rattan Man” Harvey Schwartz to guarantee you the finest product available and enjoy for years in your home or office. Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan and the author of "Rattan Furniture: Tropical Comfort Throughout the Home." Signed copies are available on request for 39.99 USD. The hardbound 160-page full-color book details the fascinating History of rattan with photos of wonderful vintage and modern-day tropical décors and rattan. The book is great for any newcomer to rattan wanting to learn as well as a top resource for dealers and designers alike. Additional Information: Creator:
Heywood-Wakefield Co. (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 41 in (104.14 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Birch
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
1950
Condition:
ExcellentExcellent.
Seller Location:
Van Nuys, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 20K20323.JI.4MS1stDibs: LU947440692172
Reserve: $2,475.00
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