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American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s

Name: American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
Brand: American of Martinsville
Price: 2389.1 CHF
Availability: InStock

About the Item

We photograph and list inventory in the condition it arrives at our warehouse to streamline operations and focus on restoration for current orders. This also enables us to maintain a constant supply of new inventory. Our Vintage Restoration Process is included at no additional cost with every furniture purchase. Trust us to carefully restore your item, addressing imperfections like lacquer finish failure, chips, and deep scratches. Our skilled team goes beyond surface treatment, thoroughly cleaning each piece and ensuring smooth operation of movable parts like doors and drawers. Receive a high-quality vintage furniture piece that will stand the test of time. We will gladly share photos of our recent restorations -- please message us! Discover the charm of the 1960s with our exclusive Mid-century Modern dresser, a testament to the renowned craftsmanship of American of Martinsville. This piece embodies the essence of vintage elegance, masterfully constructed from high-quality walnut. Its unique design seamlessly blends the quintessential American MCM style with elements of Danish Modern, creating a versatile and timeless piece. The dresser boasts ample storage capacity, featuring deep drawers that are perfect for organizing various items. The top section of the dresser cleverly conceals three drawers behind two elegantly folding doors, each adorned with a round brass knob, adding a touch of subtle Asian influence to its minimalist design. The lower section includes two more drawers, showcasing rectangular cut-outs as handles, a homage to the Danish Modern influence prevalent in the United States during the 1960s. The beauty of the walnut used in this dresser is a highlight, carefully selected to showcase rich vertical graining on the top and contrasting horizontal graining on the bottom. This minimalist approach allows the natural beauty of the wood to shine, making it a stunning centerpiece in any room. The dresser's design is elevated by its slightly splayed legs and a striking stretcher, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal. Beyond its aesthetic allure, this dresser is incredibly functional and adaptable, fitting seamlessly into various spaces like hallways for blanket storage, children's rooms for organizing clothes, books, and toys, or even as a statement piece in a living area. Crafted with the enduring quality of traditional American craftsmanship, this dresser is not just a piece of furniture, but a durable, stylish investment that promises to enhance your home for decades to come.

Creator:

American of Martinsville (Manufacturer)

Dimensions:

Height: 52.5 in (133.35 cm)Width: 42.25 in (107.32 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Walnut

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

1960-1969

Date of Manufacture:

1960s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Denville, NJ

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8162238041442

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American of Martinsville

American of Martinsville is today revered as one of the finest manufacturers of mid-century modern furniture in the United States, but its beginnings were unexpectedly humble.

Well ahead of the Civil War, tobacco was a cash crop in places such as Virginia, and the plant was grown with frequency on farms in Martinsville and elsewhere. In the early 1900s, the business around tobacco was changing and the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company was expanding nationally, buying any Virginia factories in reach. Former tobacco producers Ancil Witten and Charles Keesee turned away from the business in 1906 and, with merely $30,000 in capital (and the support of local business leaders), began to manufacture bedroom furniture under the name American Furniture Company.

In the 1920s, American Furniture Company expanded its offerings from bedroom furnishings. Alongside tallboy dressers and nightstands, Witten and Keesee’s outfit began to offer a range of dining-room sets to the discerning customer. By the 1950s, the name had been changed to American of Martinsville and the brand had gained a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship as well as its variety of furniture styles (Hollywood Regency, chinoiserie).

Mass-marketed furniture meant big business in the postwar years and throughout the 20th century in Virginia, and factories owned by companies like Bassett Furniture and American of Martinsville remained busy as suburbanites bought furniture to fill the homes they were moving into.

It isn’t difficult to spot American of Martinsville’s sturdy, solid designs — the lacquered walnut nightstands, mahogany coffee tables and more have long earned the admiration of mid-century modernism enthusiasts. The company’s high profile also owes to prominent attributes that distinguish its well-made vintage furniture, such as the use of wooden slats — inspired by Scandinavian modernism — on hutches and cabinet doors, the famous brass x’s inlaid on the tops of tables and dressers and the stately stacked type of the American of Martinsville logo, which usually appears in drawer interiors. The stamp prominently features an eagle perched atop the lettering, its broad wings spread across the “American” portion.

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