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Arts & Crafts Side Table

ne of the lesser known players of the Arts & Crafts movement was a humble chap named Charles Limbert. He began his journey as a furniture salesman, later building furniture companies of his own under the moniker, in Grand Rapids and later in Holland, Michigan. Both factories were well staffed and known for their efficiency and creativity. Not only was his furniture found in many American homes, the company contributed quality product as diverse as lavatory stands and sinks to the majestic lodge located in Yellowstone national park Mr. Limbert’s style was an amalgamation of the austere work of Gustav Stickley, the graphic hauntings of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, and a pinch of Dutch Arts & Crafts. The side table that’s featured here winks to all of those contributing

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