The Confederate Bench by Dimitri J. Nedelcu
Size: 70 1/4" wide x 59 1/4"
Tall x 21 1/4" deep
Materials: The frame is constructed
of solid Walnut and the panels from solid Mahogany. Crown: solid Walnut. Cross-member hat: solid Walnut.
Upholstery:
By Richard Waters of Faulkville, Georgia
Dimitri,
who is also a history buff, was inspired to create his rendition of the Confederacy in furniture, after relocating from Connecticut to South
Carolina. He executed this
work in keeping with his classic European training, which is apparent in the bold Renaissance style
with lion’s
claw feet.
He replicated
his arms for the arm rests, which terminate in a fist. Reverse carvings on the top of each arm intersect with the
backrest.
The back
panels feature two elegant Confederate soldiers admiring a beautiful southern belle.
The figures
are carved in high relief and then antiqued with oil color. They are classically framed within the running Acanthus
leaf ornamentation.
The crown
represents two jazzy Confederate cherubs outfitted with confederate hats. One is playing Dixieland on his horn and
the other holds a torch to illuminate the sheet music to Dixieland. Two Confederate flags are flying in the background.
The bottom
cross-member features an almost life-size Confederate hat, carved from walnut and oil colored.
The Confederate
Bench represents a seamless marriage of two incredible periods, portrayed with grandeur.
The crowned
seat cushion was made by the renowned Richard Waters of Faulkville, Ga., A master upholsterer specializing in period furniture. The 100% wool fabric is a replication of the wool
fabric once used to make the actual uniforms. It came from the Quartermaster Shoppe, the largest makers of modern day Confederate
uniforms. This fabric was appropriately chosen for its historical relevance, durability and simplicity.
The color
of the fabric harmoniously grabs the blue-gray color of the Confederate soldiers.
We are
currently taking orders for the Confederate Bench.
Price
upon request.
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