Traditional silhouettes from the 18th and 19th centuries get a facelift this market, going more stylish and sharp through hardware and finish treatments. A change of materials can boost the look, too, such as accent use of premium fancy-faced veneers like walnut or mahogany instead of only cherry. While the sterling woods could make the pieces quite formal, the softened finishes and use of organic mixed media relax the effect.
Leathercraft
117 N. Hamilton St.
The Country Lodge collection includes this highly detailed settee-style sofa on an exposed wood-turned stretcher base. Back pillows boast 100% down and goose feather, while the buttoned single-seat cushion has feather and fiber. Retail, $4,995.
Pulaski
IHFC M-330
A hand-painted French blue-gray and antiqued creamy white finish enrich the latest Antiques Road Show group, the Chateau Marie bedroom. The bed here was inspired by an original railing.
Bernhardt
IHFC D-601
British Passages, one of three complete collections being introduced, includes a poster bed that is a great example of the fresher looks in British Colonial this market. The eclectic collection includes a strong campaign element that fits well today.
Pennsylvania House
200 E. Green St.
Today's Hallmark Cherry updates a long-running winner with richer finishes, and veneer or solid-wood options on various case fronts, heftier scale and burnished, lower-sheen hardware.
Durham
Market Square 410
The Mount Vernon collection incorporates solid woods indigenous to the area around the historic home of George Washington, as well as architectural elements from the mansion and grounds.
