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Description
Elevate your interior with this sophisticated, Regency-style X-base bench, masterfully crafted by Gilliam Furniture. Defined by its graceful, sweeping curule …
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Elevate your interior with this sophisticated, Regency-style X-base bench, masterfully crafted by Gilliam Furniture. Defined by its graceful, sweeping curule legs and classic silhouette, this piece exudes a timeless, architectural elegance. The bench features a plush, tufted top upholstered in a vibrant, rich chartreuse velvet that provides a striking contrast to the warm, wood-toned base. Detailed with subtle, thoughtful accents like the central rosette carvings on the frame, this versatile piece offers both comfort and undeniable style. Whether positioned at the foot of a bed, used as refined entryway seating, or placed as an accent bench in a curated living space, it brings a touch of tailored, high-end design to any room. It is a perfect choice for those seeking to blend historical aesthetic appeal with functional, statement-making furniture.
Styling Story
This versatile bench makes a perfect statement piece at the foot of a master bed, a refined seat in an entryway for putting on shoes, or a striking, colorful accent in a formal living room or parlor.
Origins & Time Period
Maker: Gilliam Furniture, Inc. was a respected manufacturer based in Statesville, North Carolina. This region is famously the heart of the American furniture industry.
History: Gilliam was a known maker of quality upholstered furniture. The company was ultimately acquired by Thomasville Furniture in 1986.
Era: Based on the Regency styling, the "curule" (X-base) form, and the production history of the manufacturer, this piece likely dates to the late 1960s through the early 1980s (a period often referred to as "Regency Revival").
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- Dimensions
- 26ʺW × 16ʺD × 19ʺH
- Styles
- Regency
- Transitional
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Height
- 19.0 in
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Velvet
- Wood
- Condition
- Original Condition Unaltered, Needs Restoration
- Color
- Chartreuse
- Condition Notes
- Dealer Note (For Transparency) As a vintage piece, please note that there is some minor surface wear on the wooden … moreDealer Note (For Transparency) As a vintage piece, please note that there is some minor surface wear on the wooden base consistent with its age, as well as lived-in fabric that could benefit from a cleaning. We have provided detailed photos so you can appreciate both its beauty and its honest, vintage character. less
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