Wednesday, March 26, 2014

"Janus Collection for John Stuart" Credenza




This piece is a ten out of ten.  In terms of design, craftsmanship, condition and function, it has it all.  This stylish credenza was designed as part of the Janus Collection by the Mount Airy Furniture Company for John Stuart, N.Y.C.  It is made of bleached walnut and has patterned inlay on the cabinet doors as well as on the top and sides.  There is an abundance of storage.  The center has six drawers, four small and two large.  Flanking, doors open to four more drawers on either side.  It would function beautifully as a dresser in a bedroom or as an entertainment unit.  72" l., 19" w., 31 1/2" h.  American, c. 1960  SOLD