While it is Wordless Wednesday, I prefer to think of it as almost wordless, because although these images speak for themselves, I cannot refrain from just a bit of banter while I introduce, what I hope will become a weekly post, IFD Focus.

Today's premiere IFD Focus is on case pieces, a furniture classification with roots extending as far back as ancient Egypt.  While the materials, artistry, and construction of this integral classification have changed throughout history, its basic function remains the same: Storage.  And who doesn’t need more storage?

So without further ado, allow me to present some of the latest case pieces to arrive on our Gallery floor. All multifunctional, all beautifully refinished, all built to stand the test of time by our Greatest Generation and all are testaments to the enduring beauty and functionality of Mid Century Design.

 

 

Sculptural Walnut Credenza

 

 

 

Beautifully Detailed with Brass Standoffs and plentiful storage

 

 

 

 

 

TH Robsjohn Gibbings Cabinet

 

Classic original Gibbings doorknocker hardware on the doors 

and two shelves inside for abundant storage

 

 

brown cerused mahogany bow front dresser with 3 deep drawers

 

 

 

The piece is flared and each drawer has an "v" shape.

The dresser sits on polished brass conical legs

 

Continental 12 Drawer Mid Century Dresser/Credenza

 

Generously proportioned for use in a bedroom or dining room with 12 drawers for ample storage. Each drawer has an incredible handle and backplate, all newly re-plated in nickel. foot sabot detail

 

Mid Century Walnut Dresser

 

3 drawers in center with polished nickel hardware are flanked by 3 drawers on each side with self pulls. Dresser sits on a floating base.

 

 

Mid Century Modern 4 Door Credenza

the perfect piece to go under a flat screen TV.  The center opens to reveal a single shelf, perfect for media equipment; the left side has one shelf and the right side has 3 small drawers

set upon an open platform

 

 

 

 

TH Robsjohn Gibbings Credenza

A center cabinet with cast gargoyle heads is flanked by 3 drawer cabinets with coordinating cast hardware. This rare piece sits on a raised platform with mild Asian influence stretchers.

 

Whatever the function, wherever the room, there is a case piece that will accommodate  your needs. The Mid Century Modern genre offers an array of styles that will blend seamlessly in a variety of design formats, affording you authentically unique decor.

Comments
Laurie March, @EvangelistaLA's Gravatar Wow! These are beautiful.

I like the metal legs... and is that the proper term for that finish.. cerused?

Looks really unique.

Good wordless wednesday! (although I read it on a Friday...)
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# Posted By Laurie March, @EvangelistaLA | 3/4/11 1:19 PM
marcy's Gravatar Hi Laurie,

So good "Seeing" you!!
Thank you, I really appreciate your kind words. it is really a special piece- and yes, ceruse is the proper term. We have actually rcerused other pieces in as well including a spectaular Gibbings coffee table http://www.irwinfelddesign.com/index.cfm/product/9... and this Wormey for Dunbar desk http://www.irwinfelddesign.com/index.cfm/product/1...

Thanks for stopping by!
Best,
M.
# Posted By marcy | 3/4/11 1:39 PM
Irene Turner's Gravatar LOVE these pieces. I'm liking the whole Mid Century revival for sure
# Posted By Irene Turner | 3/7/11 11:28 PM
marcy's Gravatar Thank you Irene. What is so wonderful is that these pieces work well with a variety of design styles.
# Posted By marcy | 3/8/11 5:19 PM
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