Description
Rare Forward 70 Broyhill Premier dresser.
American walnut - combination solid wood structure and veneer - with rounded relief panels on foldable doors, magnetic cabinet latches, red velvet lined internal drawer, 2 base drawers, a 3 compartment internal shelf, removable dividers, original brass handles. Original varnish, joints are solid. Age related wear - lower drawer runner works but feels loose, feet have some damage and other minor cosmetic blemishes consistent with its age.
Great size, small enough to fit in bedroom, office as well as living room / dinning room.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Rare Forward 70 Broyhill Premier tallboy dresser. 1961.
American walnut veneer - solid wood and veneer over wood composite - with rounded relief panels on foldable doors, magnetic cabinet latches, 2 base drawers, a divided internal shelf, removable dividers, red velvet lined internal drawer, original brass handles. Original varnish, joints are solid. Age related wear, feet have some water damage.
Great size, multi function uses. 44 W x 18 D x 45 H.
On the back - stamped: 6120 ( style No ) / 42 ( ID for specific pieces ) L ( Lenoir House factory ) 69 ( cutting number ) 61 ( date manufactured )
"Forward '70 was designed at the advent of the 1960s as a projection of how modern design would evolve over the next decade. It touted itself as 'newer than Scandinavian' and sought to create an open, uncluttered feeling in its design."
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Broyhill
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Velvet, Veneer, Walnut
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
American walnut - combination solid wood structure and veneer - with rounded relief panels on foldable doors, magnetic cabinet latches, red velvet lined internal drawer, 2 base drawers, a 3 compartment internal shelf, removable dividers, original brass handles. Original varnish, joints are solid. Age related wear - lower drawer runner works but feels loose, feet have some damage and other minor cosmetic blemishes consistent with its age.
Great size, small enough to fit in bedroom, office as well as living room / dinning room.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Rare Forward 70 Broyhill Premier tallboy dresser. 1961.
American walnut veneer - solid wood and veneer over wood composite - with rounded relief panels on foldable doors, magnetic cabinet latches, 2 base drawers, a divided internal shelf, removable dividers, red velvet lined internal drawer, original brass handles. Original varnish, joints are solid. Age related wear, feet have some water damage.
Great size, multi function uses. 44 W x 18 D x 45 H.
On the back - stamped: 6120 ( style No ) / 42 ( ID for specific pieces ) L ( Lenoir House factory ) 69 ( cutting number ) 61 ( date manufactured )
"Forward '70 was designed at the advent of the 1960s as a projection of how modern design would evolve over the next decade. It touted itself as 'newer than Scandinavian' and sought to create an open, uncluttered feeling in its design."
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Broyhill
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Velvet, Veneer, Walnut
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Rare Forward 70 Broyhill Premier tallboy dresser. 1961.
American walnut veneer - solid wood and veneer over wood composite - with rounded relief panels on foldable doors, magnetic cabinet latches, 2 base drawers, a divided internal shelf, removable dividers, red velvet lined internal drawer, original brass handles. Original varnish, joints are solid. Age related wear, feet have some water damage.
Great size, multi function uses. 44 W x 18 D x 45 H.
On the back - stamped: 6120 ( style No ) / 42 ( ID for specific pieces ) L ( Lenoir House factory ) 69 ( cutting number ) 61 ( date manufactured )
"Forward '70 was designed at the advent of the 1960s as a projection of how modern design would evolve over the next decade. It touted itself as 'newer than Scandinavian' and sought to create an open, uncluttered feeling in its design."
American walnut veneer - solid wood and veneer over wood composite - with rounded relief panels on foldable doors, magnetic cabinet latches, 2 base drawers, a divided internal shelf, removable dividers, red velvet lined internal drawer, original brass handles. Original varnish, joints are solid. Age related wear, feet have some water damage.
Great size, multi function uses. 44 W x 18 D x 45 H.
On the back - stamped: 6120 ( style No ) / 42 ( ID for specific pieces ) L ( Lenoir House factory ) 69 ( cutting number ) 61 ( date manufactured )
"Forward '70 was designed at the advent of the 1960s as a projection of how modern design would evolve over the next decade. It touted itself as 'newer than Scandinavian' and sought to create an open, uncluttered feeling in its design."
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
45 x 44 x 18 in
1960s Mid Century Modern Dresser
Estimate $360-$750
Starting Price
$180
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