Birds of a Feather January 2015 – High Point, NC – Occasional furniture manufacturer Jonathan Charles recounts the famous Greek myth of Icarus in their new, eponymous collection. Using his waxed wings as the inspiration for the Icarus Collection, Jonathan Charles creates opulent interpretations of these feathers through hand-carved wood in a lustrous finish with silver or gold leaf. Using traditional hand-carving techniques, artisans transform wood blocks into delicate wings depicted on table bases achieved through delicate marquetry, where different wood veneers are hand-cut and inlaid in an intersecting pattern to create the illusion of wings in flight.
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494590 - Empire angel wing arm chair
Inspired by early 19th century French designs, the Empire Angel Wing Chair features impressive gold wings on the arms sweeping downward to the legs and seat rails. Carved entirely out of walnut, the empire-style chair also features a sumptuous leather upholstered back and seat that add to the design’s opulent look.
25” W x 28.5” D x 37.5” H
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495100 - Empire style winged sofa table
The Empire Style Winged Sofa Table features spectacularly carved wings in antique gold leaf spread as if in preparation for flight. The French Empire style circa early 19th century also features an oval glass top and a black tulip base, giving the illusion of a bird standing on one leg. 26” W x 14.75” D x 26” D
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494982 - Empire style winged sofa table
The Three Winged End Table combines form and function with its antique gold leaf tripod base comprised of three hand-carved wings that gather in the center. A circular glass top atop the three wings’ highest points completes the ornate design. 18” diameter x 26” H
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494537 - Empire style winged chair
With a tall reclining back and gold leaf carved wings that intersect in the back, the Empire Style Winged Chair highlights the beauty of its decadent wings through the medium walnut wood frame. Modeled after an early 19th century design, the chair executes its inspiration in a sophisticated manner. 29.75” W x 31.75” D x 43” H
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495342-SIL - Classical “winged” antique silver-leaf floor mirror
Inspired by early 19th century French designs, the Classical “Winged” Floor Mirror is the epitome of modern luxury. With an intricately hand-carved winged frame in antique silver leaf, the mirror is a reflection of Jonathan Charles’ meticulous and innovative craftsmanship. 41.74” W x 2.5” D x 78.75” H
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495343 - Feather inlay handcarved standing mirror
The beauty of this English Regency-influenced Feather Inlay Cheval Mirror is reflected on its decorative back panel with its exquisite marquetry feathered pattern. Suspended on an ebonized hand-carved pangolin style frame, this cheval mirror features a veneered marquetry base with a single drawer and polished stainless steel ornamentation. 33.75” W x 19” D x 79.75” H
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494958 - Feather inlay cocktail cabinet
Inspired by early 19th century French designs, the Feather Inlay Cocktail Cabinet features an eye-catching decorative veneer in two different wood species that are hand-inlaid to resemble feathers from an aerial view and herringbone from its profile. Double stainless steel pangolin style handles add a touch of shimmer.
36” W x 19.5” D x 33.5” H
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495243 - Feather inlay cocktail cabinet
The Feather Inlay Console Table makes up for its narrow dimensions with an eye-catching decorative demilune tabletop in two different wood species that are hand-inlaid to resemble feathers. The English Regency-inspired design also features an ebonised carved pangolin style base. 52” W x 14” D x 34” H
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495242 - Feather inlay 3 legged end table with stainless steel strecher
The combination of mixed materials along with intricate carvings and marqetry adds depth to the Feather Inlay End Table. Details include a hand-carved pangolin style tripod base connected by a decorative stainless steel stetcher and an eye-catching circular tabletop in different veneers inlaid to create a feathered effect.
18” diameter x 34” H
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About the Designer:
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Jonathan Charles Fine Furniture is the vision of Jonathan Sowter, an English furniture designer who excels at the art of fine antique reproduction. Though Jonathan draws inspirations from original antiques he discovers in his travels, his unique twists create contemporary translations of vintage treasures. With a keen eye for the smallest details, Jonathan employs traditional, hand-crafted techniques to create the most visually-stunning and intricate designs. As Jonathan always says, “It’s all in the detail…” |
