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Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture

$1,995
£1,509.70
€1,741.16
CA$2,785.88
A$3,121.08
CHF 1,624.52
MX$38,008.84
NOK 20,694.24
SEK 19,488.14
DKK 12,997.52
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Wonderful vintage Chinoiserie Ming style black lacquered bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture, needs reupholstered. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, there are several stubborn stains & snags in the fabric so the seat cushion will need reupholstered. It is priced accordingly. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. Well, HELLO THERE beautiful bench!!!! This is a very handsome Chinoiserie or Ming style bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture comprised of a sultry black lacquered base with Ming horseshoe feet, and a white fabric seat cushion that has seen better days!! It has several stubborn stains and unfortunate snags so we know it will need a “facelift” with a fabulous, fresh new fabric! We never look at reupholstering as a negative… Think of all the INCREDIBLE fabric choices you could do!! Maybe a marvelous Mohair, or a spicy red velvet, or keep it simple with something more traditional if that’s your favored choice. The marvelous black lacquered base makes it pretty easy to be as versatile as you want! It will be wonderful at the base of your bed, in the entry for a spectacular space to remove your shoes, extra seating in the living or family room, against a wall or float it in a dressing area, or maybe next to a large window as a cozy seating nook. This bench bears a classic style, versatility, and a timeless presence you are sure to love for years to come! Raymond Karl Sobota (1914-2010) is an award-winning American furniture designer. He attended and obtained his degree in design from Kendall College of Art and Design in his native home of Grand Rapids, Michigan. After graduating in 1946 Sobota apprenticed with his namesake and uncle, a furniture designer as well, Karl Schmidt, who designed for Berkey and Gay Furniture Company. He apprenticed for seven years leading to his designing for Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Co., the Mt. Airy Furniture Co., Hekman Furniture and finally Century Furniture for whom he designed from 1952 until 1995. He designed all the company’s wood furniture during that time, in total, over 150 collections. The most notable being Citation, Chin Hua, Claridge, and the Henry Ford Museum and the British National Trust collections. Sobota is credited for helping to make Century Furniture the industry leader it is today. Century Furniture Company, one of the world’s largest privately owned upper-end residential furniture manufacturers, was founded in 1947 by Harley Ferguson Shuford, Sr. When first formed Century Furniture was a selling agent for local upholstery lines. But as soon as a year later Shuford had built a case goods plant in Hickory, North Carolina and that started it all. Harley Shuford along with his siblings and children acquired company after company expanding into upholstered furniture, chair manufacturing, and even a leather division. Century has made it through feast and famine in the furniture business and today retains their long-standing role as a leading force in the American home furnishings market. This marvelous vintage bench by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture is EXACTLY what the designer ordered!! We love it and surely you do too… Don’t wait, make it YOURS!!! Bench Size: - Height: 18.5 Inches - Width: 50 Inches - Depth: 16.5 Inches - Seat Height: 18.5 Inches - Inside Seat Width: 48 Inches - Inside Seat Depth: 15 Inches - Clearance to floor: 12.25 Inches - Weight: 31.7 Pounds Boxed Size: - Height: 24 Inches - Width: 56 Inches - Depth: 22 Inches - Weight: 45 Pounds
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 50 in (127 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Fabric,Wood,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa, Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Lovely vintage & not new condition. Specifically, there are several stubborn stains & snags in the fabric so the seat cushion will need reupholstered. It is priced accordingly. Please see photos &zoom in for details. We try to show flaws.
  • Seller Location:
    Topeka, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 414-SEA-748-051stDibs: LU1873343217562

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