Bernhardt Upholstered Accent Chair / Lounge Chair
Seating (Accent Chair / Lounge Chair) · Contemporary / Transitional (21st Century) · Bernhardt Furniture Company
Type
Seating (Accent Chair / Lounge Chair)
Style Period
Contemporary / Transitional (21st Century)
Material
Solid hardwood frame with wire-brushed finish and textured woven fabric upholstery (synthetic blend)
Age Estimate
Likely manufactured between 2010 and the present day
Dimensions
Estimated height: 32 inches, width: 28 inches, depth: 30 inches; standard dimensions for a modern accent or occasional lounge chair
Origin
United States design with manufacturing typically executed in global partner facilities (Asia/USA)
Designer/Maker
Bernhardt Furniture Company
Value Estimate
Estimated retail market value between $400 and $900 depending on the specific model collection and fabric grade
Description
This stylish Bernhardt accent chair combines organic warmth with clean contemporary lines. Featuring an exposed weathered gray wooden frame with gracefully angled arms and raked back legs, it offers both visual lightness and sturdy support. The tightly upholstered seat and backrest are wrapped in a sophisticated light blue-gray textured fabric, making it a versatile piece for modern living rooms, studies, or bedrooms.
Key Features
Exposed wire-brushed gray wood frame, continuous angled armrests, tapered legs, and tightly tailored woven upholstery
Color & Finish
Weathered gray wood finish with wire-brushed distressing; light blue-gray textured heathered upholstery fabric
Construction Method
Factory-manufactured with mortise and tenon joinery for the wooden structural frame, featuring engineered internal support and high-density foam padding
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Clean machine-cut mortise and tenon joinery combined with heavy-duty corner blocks for robust frame stability
Wood Grain & Species
Open-grain hardwood (likely ash or oak) enhanced by a wire-brushed technique that highlights the natural grain pattern
Surface Treatment
Wire-brushed texture with a low-sheen gray stain and protective matte topcoat sealed for everyday residential use
Upholstery Details
Textured woven tweed-style fabric in a soft blue-gray color, tightly tailored over dense foam padding on both the backrest and seat cushion
Hardware & Fittings
Concealed internal steel brackets and fasteners, with no visible exterior hardware components
Origin & Provenance
United States design with manufacturing typically executed in global partner facilities (Asia/USA)
Condition Notes
Good to Very Good condition; minor normal surface wear consistent with light residential use, structurally sound with intact upholstery
Interesting Facts
Bernhardt is one of America's oldest family-owned furniture makers, founded in 1889 in Lenoir, North Carolina, and is known for winning numerous Pinnacle Awards for excellence in furniture design
Cultural Significance
Reflects the modern consumer preference for transitional furniture that merges rustic, tactile natural wood elements with clean, soft-tailored upholstery
Similar Pieces
Mid-century modern inspired lounge chairs with wooden armframes, often compared to pieces by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams or Vanguard Furniture
Care & Maintenance
Vacuum upholstery regularly with a soft brush attachment; spot clean fabric with mild water-free solvent or upholstery shampoo; dust wooden frame with a soft, dry cloth and avoid direct sunlight exposure
Value Estimate
Estimated retail market value between $400 and $900 depending on the specific model collection and fabric grade
Sustainability Notes
Constructed by a manufacturer known for implementing sustainable forestry practices and environmental management systems in its supply chain
Notes
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