Saturday, March 16, 2013

"Tomlinson Furniture Co., Sophisticate Collection" Desk and Chair





Tomlinson Furniture was arguably the finest maker of it's day.  Their Sophisticate Collection was described in one of their ads as "a collection for those who seek to create individualized interiors that reflect their own personalities and their own confident appreciation of those exquisite things that make for a fuller life".  This desk and coordinating chair from the collection would aptly be described as exquisite things.  The desk has an elegant but informal design.  It has five drawers including a divided file drawer.  The rounded sides are tambour style and the finished back has two book shelves.  The coordinating chair has a wonderfully sleek tall back rest, gently tapered legs and an upholstered seat.  Desk, 55" l., 25" w., 29 1/2" h.  American, c. 1960's  SOLD