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1940s-1950s telephone gossip bench manufactured by the iconic Bassett Furniture Industries in Bassett, Virginia.
A wonderful example of mid-century transitional …
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1940s-1950s telephone gossip bench manufactured by the iconic Bassett Furniture Industries in Bassett, Virginia.
A wonderful example of mid-century transitional design, this "communication station" bridges traditional durability with clean, modernist lines. The piece is constructed from sturdy solid maple showcasing a warm, honey-amber wood finish and a tight, uniform grain pattern. It features an integrated writing tablet desk surface—originally intended for a classic landline phone and notepad—seamlessly joined to a comfortable, padded seat upholstered in a retro sage green vinyl.
The chair back displays subtle artistry with a clean, geometric pierced double-oval splat design. Below the seating deck, a low open shelf. Retaining its authentic factory model stamp (394 036) and its original manufacture law tag on the undercarriage, this highly collectible Bassett piece is structurally robust and ready to act as a unique entryway accent or statement side desk
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- Dimensions
- 24ʺW × 20ʺD × 31ʺH
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Height
- 18.0 in
- Brand
- Bassett
- Period
- 1950s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Maple
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Avocado
- Condition Notes
- While structurally sound and retaining its original materials, this piece shows visible signs of age, wear, and light cosmetic damage … moreWhile structurally sound and retaining its original materials, this piece shows visible signs of age, wear, and light cosmetic damage consistent with its history: • Upholstery (Vinyl Seat): The original sage green vinyl cushion remains taut but has a notable ~1-inch vertical slice/tear on the front right side. There is also a small area of wear/scuffing along the lower left lip of the seat wrap where the vinyl meets the wood frame. • Table Surface: The integrated side table shows clear evidence of use, with scattered light surface scratches, faint scuffs, and minor finish loss/chipping concentrated primarily along the front outer curved edge. • Wood Frame & Finish: The structural joints, lower shelf, and tapered legs remain rigid and strong. The wood finish shows normal, expected light vintage patina, minor superficial scuffs, and edge wear from decades of placement, but no deep gouges or structural splits. less
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