Adam Bench by Thomas Pheasant for Baker
View Similar Items
Adam Bench by Thomas Pheasant for Baker
About the Item
- Creator:Thomas Pheasant (Designer),Baker Furniture Company (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:2018
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The legs show wear with nicks and scratches as shown in the photos, mild stains to suede fabric.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU881726167412
Baker Furniture Company
Owing to the company’s collaborations with many leading designers and artists over time, vintage Baker furniture is consistently sought after today. The heritage brand’s chairs, dining tables, desks and other pieces are widely known to collectors and design enthusiasts for their fine craftsmanship and durability.
Within a few decades of its launch, Baker Furniture Company evolved into one of the largest and most important furniture manufacturers in the United States, and became known for its high-quality production standards. Siebe Baker and business partner Henry Cook founded the original iteration of Baker Furniture Company in 1890 in Allegan, Michigan, after immigrating to the United States from the Netherlands. Allegan is a small town west of Grand Rapids, which, at that time was home to Widdicomb Furniture Co. and more and was known as America’s furniture capital. The company manufactured doors and interior moldings, and introduced a combination desk and bookcase in 1893. In the early 1900s, Siebe became sole owner of the business.
Among others, stage designer Joseph Urban and modernist designer Kem Weber contributed designs to Baker in the 1920s. In 1932, under the leadership of Siebe’s son, Hollis, who started at the company as a salesman but took the reins when his father passed in 1925, Baker Furniture introduced bedroom pieces and debuted its Manor House collection, which made reproductions of European furnishings available to the American market. (Hollis was an avid traveler and procured antiques overseas for the company to reproduce in the United States.) Soon, Baker Furniture Company moved to Holland, Michigan, and eventually opened showrooms in Grand Rapids and elsewhere.
Pioneering Scandinavian designer Finn Juhl created a Danish modern line for Baker in 1951, and the company produced his award-winning Chieftain chair for a short time. In the late 1950s, Baker introduced the Milling Road label to reach a younger audience with stylish but less costly furnishings like console tables, walnut dining chairs and more, and in 1961, British furniture designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings introduced a modern neoclassical line at Baker.
The 1960s and ’70s saw the introduction of historic reproduction furniture lines such as Woburn Abbey and the Historic Charleston collection, which remain very popular to this day. In 1990, Baker was licensed to produce a furniture line from Colonial Williamsburg. That same year, the Smithsonian Museum introduced Baker’s Chippendale chair into its permanent collection and the Grand Rapids Art Museum dedicated an exhibition to Baker’s 100-year anniversary, a showcase that included 150 pieces of furniture Siebe Baker had collected as part of a larger assortment that had served as inspiration for his designs.
Today, vintage Baker furniture, such as its elegant mahogany nightstands and teak credenzas — particularly those crafted by Finn Juhl — sees high demand online and elsewhere. The company continues to produce contemporary collections with well-known designers such as Bill Sofield, Barbara Barry and Kara Mann and remains on par with some of the highest quality furniture in the industry.
Browse vintage Baker armchairs, sofas, coffee tables and more on 1stDibs.
- Cloud Day Bed/Bench by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B italiaBy Naoto Fukasawa, B&B ItaliaLocated in Los Angeles, CAIntroducing the Cloud Day Bed/Bench by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia - the perfect addition to any modern living space. This sleek and stylish piece of furniture is designed to provi...Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Daybeds
MaterialsChrome
- Philippe Starck Custom Bench for the SLS Hotel in Los AngelesBy Philippe Starck, CassinaLocated in Los Angeles, CATwo pieces are available. Custom leather, wood, and chrome bench designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Cassina exclusively for the SLS hotel in Lo...Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
MaterialsChrome
- Lucite and Corian Bench by Cain ModernBy Cain ModernLocated in Los Angeles, CABeautiful bench designed and manufactured in Los Angeles by Cain Modern, the bench is very sturdy and well constructed, it can easily accommodate 3 people, the bottom can also be use...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
MaterialsLucite
- Triple Rectangle Bench in Stainless Steel by Cain ModernBy Cain ModernLocated in Los Angeles, CABeautiful and modern bench executed in stainless steel and manufactured by Cain Modern as part of the Triple rectangle line. The bench is very modern and it can be customized both i...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
MaterialsStainless Steel
$11,500 / item - Custom Lime Green Lucite Bench by Amparo Calderon TapiaBy Cain ModernLocated in Los Angeles, CAIntroducing the Fluorescent Green & Clear Lucite Bench by Amparo Calderon Tapia, a stunning addition to any contemporary living space. Crafted from high-quality Lucite material, this...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
MaterialsLucite
$11,950 / item - "M" White Oak Planter with Integrated Benches by Cain Studio, USA MadeBy Cain ModernLocated in Los Angeles, CAIntroducing the "M" White Oak Planter with Integrated Benches by Cain Studio - a stunning piece of furniture that seamlessly blends functionality and style. Made in the USA by skille...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
MaterialsOak
- Roll Arm Bench or Chaise in Silk by Thomas Pheasant for Baker FurnitureBy Thomas Pheasant, Baker Furniture CompanyLocated in Ft Lauderdale, FLRoll arm bench or Chaise in Silk by Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture Baker Furniture item number 6392, out of production. Muted yellow textured silk upholstery. Welt base standard, original Sable finish beech solids...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
MaterialsSilk, Beech
- Pair of Athens Lounge Chairs by Thomas Pheasant for Baker, Klismos Gold TuftedBy Baker Furniture Company, Thomas PheasantLocated in Miami, FLPair of Athens Lounge Chairs by Thomas Pheasant for Baker, black finish on wood, fabric. Both chairs have the Baker Furniture label. The klismos ch...Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsBronze
- Regency x Back Dining Chairs in the Manner of Thomas Pheasant for BakerBy Thomas Pheasant, Tommi Parzinger, Baker Furniture CompanyLocated in Southampton, NJA striking set of six solid Mahogany parcel gilt X back dining chairs with distinct design elements as seen in the works of Thomas Pheasant for Baker & Tommi Parzinger. Includes Two cleverly designed re-curved arm chairs...Category
Late 20th Century Italian Regency Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Mahogany, Giltwood
$3,680 Sale Price20% Off - Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection BenchesBy Baker Furniture Company, Michael TaylorLocated in Dallas, TXMagnificent pair of Michael Taylor benches designed for Baker Furniture's Far East Collection. The solid walnut frames have been refinished in an ...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
MaterialsBrass
$3,800 / item - Regency Style Cane Window Bench by BakerBy Baker Furniture CompanyLocated in Southampton, NJFabulous caned scroll arm window bench by Baker Furniture featuring Directoire styling to the walnut frame with new custom seat upholstered in Brunschwig & Fils floral velvet. The gr...Category
20th Century American Directoire Benches
MaterialsVelvet, Cane, Walnut
- Milling Road Baker Furniture Upholstered BenchBy Baker Furniture CompanyLocated in Brooklyn, NYMilling Road 20th century bench with hardwood frame and upholstered seat and sides. Versatile design style that can easily compliment either home or office environment. Please confir...Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Benches
MaterialsWood
$1,120 Sale Price30% Off