[Cosmo]politan Style July 2015 – High Point, NC – Occasional furniture manufacturer Jonathan Charles displays their eclectic design flair in their new addtions to the Cosmo Collection. Blending styles from two different periods, the Cosmo collection can be identified by a mid-century interpretation of post-war European designs from the 1940’s. The combination of Hyedua wood or glass with brass detailing creates the mid-century effect, while the silhouettes are markedly European with subtle hints of Art Deco. Comprised of accent tables, dining furniture, and accessories, the Cosmo collection’s sleek transitional look works all settings, from commercial to residential.
Set above a four legged brass base with a connecting stretcher for additional support, the Midcentury Console recalls classic midcentury designs with its sleek styling of the hyedua wood table top and double drawers.
Measures 52” W x 16” D x 36”H.
MIDCENTURY ASYMMETRIC COFFEE TABLE - 495413
Comprised of a brass frame supporting a hyedua wood veneer curved panel in two joints, the Midcentury Asymmetric Coffee Table defines minimalism at its
most elegant.
Measures 48” W x 28” D x 20” H.
The simplicity of the Brass End Table puts emphasis on the thin, curved brass legs that conform to the table’s rounded edges. The glass tabletop and lower shelf add levity to the design.
Measures 16” W x 28” D x 24.5” H.
Comprised of a brass frame supporting a hyedua wood veneer curved panel in two joints, the Midcentury Asymmetric Coffee Table defines minimalism at its
most elegant.
Measures 48” W x 28” D x 20” H.
At 28” tall, the Porthole Table Lamp‘s zebrano wood base with brass details is matched by an oval pleated silk shade.
The Cosmo Round Mirror cloaks its sunburst design in midcentury threads, displaying brass caps on each hyedua wood veneered spoke.
Measures 42.25” diameter.
Taking a cue from European midcentury design, the Club Chair features a square tub chair style with its exterior frame displaying a handcut woven wood inlay pattern out of light and medium walnut veneers. Set on tapered block feet, the transitional chair also comes with a plush black leather upholstered seat and interior.
Measures 29.25” W x 29.25” D x 28.25” H.
The Contemporary Stool mixes different materials and textures for a cohesive look. It features a brushed linen upholstered seat flanked by two hyedua wood veneer side panels encased in a sleek brass frame. Brass caps on tapered legs complete
the look.
Measures 28.5” W x 17.5” D x 23” H.
Standing on five hyedua wood veneer legs connected by two bands of brass stretchers, the Hyedua Console Table visually takes up little space, largely in part to its curved stand, with its trapezoidal glass tabletop.
Measures 54” W x 16” D x 33” H.
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The Hyedua Triangular Side Table features a curved triangular tabletop and lower shelf, both veneered in decorative hyedua. Slivers of raised brass details that run through the edges of the surface and down the legs break up the hyedua wood’s distinct geometric grain.
Measures 24” W x 23.75” D x 25” H.
HYEDUA CIRCULAR DINING TABLE - 494777
With a built-in lazy susan, the Hyedua Circular Dining Table works in both casual and formal dining settings, due to its decorative hyedua veneer, whose distinct wood grain complements a variety of interior styles. Additional details include a raised brass inlay on the tabletop and on the outer rim, and brass caps set on an elegantly curved base.
Measures 70” diameter x 30” H.
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…” |