This contemporary take on the classic American Windsor bench is available to seat two (2), three (3), or four (4), the larger two sizes require an additional center leg.
Each bench begins with locally grown green lumber. The seat and crest rail are hand-carved from Eastern White Pine. We do all of our turnings by hand on a lathe, out of maple. The legs are set using a traditional tapered lock joint which increases the bench's stability. Finally everything is wedged, hand sanded and finished with your choice of colored lacquer, milk paint or natural finish —available in solid mahogany, black walnut, cherry, ash, maple or oak for an additional $800.
Every piece is custom made to order allowing us to tailor each commission to your specific needs (variety of wood and sizing). This contemporary Windsor bench has sleek lines and a fantastic feel. It is equally at home on your porch, in your entrance way, living room, dining room, or kitchen.
Our Nanny bench was inspired by a circa 1790-1810 New England cradle in the collections of Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum. It features a rounded end that flows from a Sack-back bench design. It has a hand-carved New England style continuous plank seat with a single rain gutter surrounding all the vertical parts socketed in the seat. It features Philadelphia-style legs and arms characterized by a tall baluster ring and cylindrical turnings ending in a blunt arrow foot (circa 1740-1790). The back curves around slightly to the left to cradle the sitter. This also provides a comfortable position for keeping an eye on a sleeping child snug in the cradled right side of the bench.
Each chair begins with locally milled green lumber. Every seat is hand-carved from Eastern White Pine. We do all of our turnings by hand on a lathe out of maple or black birch. Every spindle is rived and shaved on a shave horse to ensure the grain is left unbroken from end to end. This traditional process is repeated on the chair's back before steaming and bending. The legs are set using a traditional tapered lock joint which increases the chair's stability. Finally, everything is wedged, hand sanded, and finished with your choice of colored lacquer or milk paint. Every piece is custom made to order allowing us to tailor each commission to your specific needs.
Sizing varies slightly by piece, see individual pieces below for variations and sizing by style.
The Rod-back Birdcage Windsor bench (settee) features Asian-influenced bamboo style turnings. The stylish, early 18th-century design incorporates a rare curved seat with back, arms, and medial stretchers also curved to match. The top corners are hand carved just like their 19th-century counterparts to resemble a mitered or "duckbill" bamboo joint, as a result, this style of Windsor is sometimes referred to as a “duckbill” Windsor. Each bench begins with locally milled green lumber. Every seat is hand-carved from Eastern White Pine. We do all of our turnings by hand on a lathe out of maple or black birch. Every spindle is rived and shaved on a shave horse to ensure the grain is left unbroken from end to end. This traditional process is repeated on the chair's back before steaming and bending. The legs are set using a traditional tapered lock joint which increases the chair's stability. Finally, everything is wedged, hand sanded, and finished with your choice of colored lacquer or milk paint. Every piece is custom made to order allowing us to tailor each commission to your specific needs. sizing varies slightly by piece
Price: starting at $7500 (seats 3) Value-added options:
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helped make our house feel like home
When we built our house, Chicone Cabinetmakers did all our trim work, vanities, medicine cabinets, complete kitchen, and other furniture. The quality and craftsmanship was the best we've seen. Vincent was very creative and receptive to our ideas. David, Vincent, Jen, Deb and all the crew helped make our house feel like home, and we made new friends too!
Tom & Roberta, Penn Yan, NY
We are thrilled with our finished table
We met Vincent at a local art show and were immediately impressed with his work and knowledge. We commissioned him to design and build a mission oak style end table. After visiting our home, he was very prompt quoting a price and giving us a completion date and our piece was delivered ahead of schedule. It is worth a visit to his workshop/studio where you can see his designs and fine workmanship in progress. Vincent is a very accommodating young craftsman who takes into account your ideas and wishes without imposing his own. We are thrilled with our finished table and the entire experience was extremely rewarding!
Robbie & Jim, Ovid, NY
attention to detail is outstanding
Doug and I are so pleased with the beautiful oak Windsor chairs that you made for us. We especially appreciate the "extra mile" you took to research a New York Windsor. We had brought you pictures of New England and Lancaster, PA Windsors; never realizing that there is a NY regional styled!!! Your attention to detail is outstanding. We appreciated your follow up also.
Susan & Doug, Horseheads, NY
the eyes and hands of artists
In 2001, we decided to do a complete restoration and renovation of our mid 19th century home, so we put our architect's plans out for bid. After we'd spent a few hours listening to the proposal of David Chicone, we decided that Chicone Builders was our only choice. The firm's ideas, originality and commitment were noteworthy and apparent from the outset. In early 2002, the work began-and from total gut to shining restoration six months later, the men from Chicone's came through, doing what they had proposed, and more! They never missed a day even in bad weather; David worked with them; careful planning kept them on task. Every person was always ready to consult, explain and accept changes-working with Chicone Builders was, from start to finish, a superior (and educational) experience. They accomplish the ordinary meticulously; they craft the unusual, especially cabinetry and millwork, with the eyes and hands of artists.
Mary, Watkins Glen, NY
this far exceeds anything we have ever imagined
My wife and I put an addition on our house in 2001. We only needed one more thing to complete our dream: We needed book shelves for cook books, CD storage, a place to but files, a built in desk and also a space for a laptop computer and printer. This piece had to fit along a nine foot wall and we wanted it to go up to the ceiling. A friend of ours knew Vincent and suggested we contact him. Antiques are a passion of ours and we had several ideas floating around. Vincent came to our house to discuss our project, we told him we wanted to mimic some of the aspects of our antique cupboards and stepbacks. After talking to Vincent we realized we also wanted him to use his imagination and ideas as well. Have you ever purchased something, gotten it home and said, this far exceeds anything we have ever imagined. After Vincent installed this beautiful piece of furniture, and I do mean a piece of furniture, that's how we felt. The craftsmanship and the woods are spectacular! The attention to detail, we still come over and stare, thinking WOW!
Jane & David, Corning, NY
superior craftsmanship and professionalism
If superior craftsmanship and professionalism is your priority then you need to consider Chicone. Their knowledge, experience and attention to detail far surpass the norm in this industry. With Chicone I always know my project is important and will be done to a very high standard.
John, Watkins Glen, NY
We LOVE our doors!!
We LOVE our doors!! They have changed the look of the house completely! You both were wonderful to work with!! You each did everything you said you would and then much more! Thank you both so much! Feel free to use me for a reference any time.
Lucy, Columbus, MO
Quality craftsmanship and reliability
Over the past several years, I have watched Vincent grow into an incredible artisan. His love for unique woods, combined with his woodworking expertise provide all the elements for truly beautiful, one of a kind pieces. Quality craftsmanship and reliability make working with Chicone Cabinetmakers a great experience.
Sallie, Wilmington, DE
long-term dependability and trust
My family has been associated with Chicone Builders for over 40 years. The staff has performed many projects on my home over that period, all of which were done to our full satisfaction. As I think back on the service we received, the words which come to mind to describe both staff and workmanship of this company are: professionalism, trustworthiness, durability and reliability of the work done, sensitivity to the customer's needs, willingness to negotiate in favor of the preferences of the customer and promptness in responding to emergencies - above all, long-term dependability and trust.
Mary, Rochester, NY
nothing of comparable quality in any showroom
Chicone Cabinetmakers built a custom-made desks and library for our home office. They did an excellent job both designing and craftsmanship of our high quality furniture; moreover, everything was completed on time! Our office has become our favorite place in our house. The completed furniture is of such a high quality that we have seen nothing of comparable quality in any showroom. There is now such an easy visual harmony between our custom-made desks and our other furniture that our office has become so comfortable, we spend time there even when we do not have any work to do. Thank you Chicone Cabinetmakers.
Elizabeth & Voytek, Elmira, NY
Jefferson may have had Dinsmore BUT we have you.
Jefferson may have had Dinsmore BUT we have you. We spent all night moving furniture around to best show off the tall desk while it is waiting for its new home. We love it. Such a work of love. PS: We are thinking of our next piece.Thank you.
Patty & Ed, Colts Neck, NJ
a great job from start to finish
In assembling a team to complete the diverse and challenging exhibit program for the Griffin Discovery Room at Monticello, USA chose Chicone Cabinetmakers to make select pieces of reproduction furniture for the gallery. Led by Vincent Chicone, they did a great job from start to finish. Vincent met us on site in Virginia to measure and discuss the original furniture with Monticello's master carpenter. Back in their shop in Montour Falls NY, they crafted reproductions of Thomas Jefferson's rotating table, rotating chair, and Windsor foot bench. Chicone's fine craftsmanship and attention to detail was surpassed only by their enthusiasm for the project, responsiveness to our needs and the client's satisfaction. Chicone Cabinetmakers was an invaluable asset to our success at Monticello. We look forward to the same success in future partnerships.
Barry, http://www.buildwithusa.com
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