At last, during the summer, we added the iconic slat bench to the entry way of Hawksbill Cabin. It complements some of the other midcentury-styled pieces, which you can check out by clicking on the blog's "Midcentury Modern Furnishings" label at the end of this post.
We also have a Vassily chair, that Wirkala light fixture in the bedroom, and some bar chairs to complement our new bench. Not to mention the little house itself, which was built in the late 1940's with an addition in the late 1950's.
The bench was originally designed by George Nelson, one of America's foremost modern designers, a compatriot of the Eameses. The Wikipedia article on Nelson includes the following quote:
"Most people think that George Nelson, Charles Eames and Eliot Noyes invented industrial design. That is, of course, an exaggeration. George did it without any assistance from the other two." -- Bill N. Lacy, FAIA
So maybe, buying this bench so I can sit down and put my shoes on by the door makes me some kind of design snob. You are entitled to your opinions, but I'll clarify that I found this on eBay - I didn't get it from Herman Miller or Design out of Reach, this time.
It does look good in this spot though, doesn't it?
1 comment:
Are you sure you didn't cop that from the front of the BB&T center for the performing arts, here in Luray? We're missing one! ;)
The Holeys under the bench are a nice touch too........
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