Hekman Charles Dickens Collection Mahogany and Yew Wood Sideboard - Provenance Estate of Jack Brandt - Vintage Late 20th Century

Description

I acquired this item from the family of the late Jack Brandt (1922-2017), the most prominent interior designer in Saint … more I acquired this item from the family of the late Jack Brandt (1922-2017), the most prominent interior designer in Saint Louis during the 1960s and onward. This piece was in Brandt's personal collection.

In 1991 Hekman introduced a line of reproductions of furniture owned by English novelist Charles Dickens. This magnificent sideboard is very deep -- 30". It is 72" wide and 36" tall.

The top needs refinishing and will be completely refinished before shipping. A photo of the top before refinishing is included.

A traditional English style sideboard, server or buffet is mahogany with yew wood panels and flame grain banding. The restored finish is in excellent condition, lion head brass pulls are original. Drawers have solid oak sides and dovetail joints. Artisan made in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Three sons of Dutch immigrants, Henry, Jelle, and John Hekman started the Hekman Furniture Co. along with experienced engineer and close friend James Boonstra in 1922. Henry served as company president from the time of its founding until he was succeeded by his brother Jelle in 1952. In 1936 Henry was elected president of the National Association of Furniture Manufacturers. Jelle, in turn, served as president of Hekman from 1952 until 1960. Adrian Vanden Bout was elected president in 1960. less