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A New Southern Style: Same Friendly Hospitality, More Relaxed
Introducing The James Island Collection by Bernhardt
James Island Gathering
Table with Counter Stools
LENOIR, NC, April 25, 2009 - James Island, SC embodies the unique historical, architectural and cultural character of nearby Charleston and the Lowcountry area that surrounds it – thus, a fitting moniker for the new style introduced today by Bernhardt Furniture.
The James Island Collection shows respect and reverence for historic Southern style, but its classic Empire forms are distilled, more pared down, and firmly placed in a new century.
Appreciation for aged beauty is inherent to the Southern vernacular. In this 42-piece whole home collection, that appreciation is expressed by figured cathedral prima vera veneers with a deep brown Palmetto finish that appears every so slightly worn. Southern style is also all about making people welcome, and these new forms are extremely comfortable with an air of informality and the ability to serve happily for various interiors and personalities.
Featured pieces:
James Island Gathering Table with Counter Stools 314-272/273/C73 and 314-587. The perfect place to congregate with family and friends and talk all day and into the night. The neo classic counter-height gathering table features a segmented carved pedestal. The round top in quartered prima vera veneers divides to accommodate a 20-inch filler. The table is also offered in standard dining height.W54 to 74 D54 H36.
James Island Counter Stools feature a strong scrolled arm, round stretcher base, hoof foot, and rich brown leather upholstery with nailhead trim. Also offered in bar height and in fabric. W24 D26 H45.
James Island Buffet 314-132. Bowed front cabinet with turned pilasters, four drawers, two doors, narrow heart figured prima vera veneers. The paneled top is inset with black Nero Marquina marble – a gracious invitation to set out drinks and savories without worrying about spills. W70 D24 H41.
James Island by Bernhardt will be available to consumers in Fall 2009.
The Bernhardt family has been crafting fine furniture since 1889. Located inWestern North Carolina, the company produces a broad line of upholstered furniture in both contemporary and traditional styles, as well as quality wood furniture for the dining room, bedroom, living roomand home office – all at unmatched value in the marketplace.