Karges Furniture Commodes and Chests of Drawers

A vintage pair of French provincial style commodes by Karges offer bombe form with painted flowers, foliate cast pulls and gilt highlights, maker label as photographed, 20th century ...

"The feeling and beauty of Tuscany is slowly and faithfully reproduced by Grand Rapids hand decorators. This transitional chest is made from Cherry and finished in a rustic white with antique Gold Leaf trim, faux marble top and Tuscan Decoration. Features a rectangular frame of three dovetailed drawers with chamfered corners raised over four cabriole legs. Each drawer opens and locks via key. A versatile furnishing great for use as an entryway chest, console, tv/ media stand or dresser. Circa late 20th century. Karges carefully crafts exquisite masterpieces in their Grand Rapids, Michigan facility. They do not do mass production and make each product upon order. Karges artisans are committed to let every chair, desk, table, bed, chest, sofa, and side piece emerge with integrity and handcraftsmanship and be its own unique piece. n 1886, Albert F. Karges, a first-generation German immigrant, invested $600 and began making moderately priced bedroom furniture of solid oak and walnut. At that time, the river port town of Evansville, Indiana was one of the largest hardwood furniture manufacturing centers in the world. The Company prospered through the turn of the century, and Albert's son Edwin F. Karges, Sr. joined the family business after World War I. He had a keen interest in European designs and traveled extensively in an effort to learn more about the old-world styles. Soon the Karges line took on a more classic look and began separating itself from its competitors as he began to develop his own ideas. Mr. ""K"", active in the company for over 60 years, left elegant, timeless designs, that are still best sellers after 30 years. After World War II Edwin's son, Edwin F. Karges, Jr., joined the business. He was graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Wood Technology, and his knowledge and skill in wood finishing provided the groundwork for developing the Karges finishing process. ""Eddie"", as he was known in the plant, was involved in all aspects of the business and will be ever regarded as the expert in matters relating to the unique Karges finish. In April of 2006, Ed Jr. passed away, leaving Karges personnel greatly saddened by the passing of this wonderfully kind and beloved man. Fortunately, however, he was a great teacher and saw to it that all were well-trained and equipped to carry on his dream for the Company. During the past 30 years, all four of Eddie's children have been involved in the business. Joan Karges Rogier, now President, worked alongside her father for nearly 30 years, representing the fourth generation of leadership. Joan brings to the Company a true understanding and appreciation of the strengths and experiences bequeathed by her predecessors as well as a sincere concern for the workers. She understands why Karges survived and why it remains strong today. Joan would tell you, ""The only way to make the very best furniture in the world is the slow, careful, hands-on way."" This quality philosophy trickles down to the work bench or desk of each employee. Joan's daughter Gretchen is the 5th generation of this amazing story, the child willing and able to work hard and take up the challenge of making furniture in the tried and true method of her progenitors. One might even say the American way. Gretchen has worked along side Ed, Joan, and an army of talented people who know and understand the goal: to make the best furniture possible. Gretchen and her husband Martin, Karges' safety director, maintenance guru and overall ""facilities engineer,"" have done everything required in a small family business. Everything from spearheading a media campaign to repairing damaged windows from a spring storm. Karges' story is not unique in American history, but it is indeed remarkable. As long as this group of dedicated artisans, family and beloved friends is able to continue practicing their craft, doing what will surely be missed should we not be on the scene, so we shall. In 2011 Karges Furniture will achieve the extremely rare distinction of being a 125-year-old, still-family-owned, American furniture manufacturing company. Bravo!! Stenella says: Karges is one of the most expensive and high end furniture manufacturers in the new furniture market. The used Karges furniture...

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A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest of drawers or commode By Karges Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved walnut, with gold gilt details and original...

A vintage chest of drawers by Karges offers walnut construction with shaped and beveled top surmounting serpentine chest of drawers having paneled construction with burl facing, flan...

A vintage Continental style chest of drawers by Karges Furniture offers stylized bombe form with upper frieze drawer over two long drawers each having burl facing and cast foliate pu...

A vintage matching pair of commodes by Karges Furniture offers mahogany construction each with tow long drawers having carved foliate facing flanked by inverted bellflowers and raise...

This is a rather large pair of Karges nightstands. Made of circassian highly figured walnut, these incredible stands have solid hand-cast brass hard...

A pair of vintage 1960's black and white Neoclassical style chests by Karges. Hand crafted and fully restored lacquered pecan wood with burl walnut panel and gold colored details. ...

A glamorous pair of chests made by Karges Furniture, lacquered in Tiffany blue with gold accents, Ca. 1970s.

A fine pair of custom quality commodes by Karges. Each bronze sabot leading to a tapered leg supporting a group of three drawers with central painted design under a Greek Key painted...