Designer & Licensed Collections

ENDURING STYLE: timeless designs and talented partners

Albert Sack

Like many of the magnificent pieces of furniture he found, appraised, bought and sold over the last seven decades, Albert Sack was himself an icon of the American antiques world. Known for his integrity, sagely advice, friendly demeanor and expert eye, he was routinely consulted until his passing in 2011 by anyone in need of advice or assistance from a top authority in American antiques. Sack graciously collaborated with Hickory Chair to design and produce a collection of versatile, Federal-style introductions that translates our nation’s proud heritage of perfectly proportioned and passionately crafted furniture into classics for modern interiors.

David Phoenix® Collection

With over twenty years of experience, David Phoenix has earned a reputation as one of the most influential designers in the country. Known for elevated yet thoroughly livable spaces, Los Angeles based David believes the unexpected nuances in our architecture and décor are what provides true everyday luxury. David’s comprehensive collection of well-articulated, nuanced upholstery and leather, as well as his handsome case goods, timeless decorative accessories and classic lighting were designed to demonstrate his “insistence on style, while never at the expense of comfort.” Together with the talented artisans of Hickory Chair, this exciting new collection of furnishings, lighting and accessories comes to life.

Hable® for Hickory Chair™

Sisters Susan and Katherine Hable® founded Hable® Construction in 1998. They named their textile design company after the road building business their great-grandfather founded in Texas in the early 20th century. Hable® Construction now means vibrant fabrics and utilitarian products built to last, just like their great-grandfather’s roads. As domestic production has always been of the utmost importance, Hable® has aimed to employ printers, creators, and manufacturers in the United States to transform their original paintings into fine textiles and products. This groundbreaking partnership between Hable® Construction and Hickory Chair is the first to pair an American textile brand with a domestic furniture

James River Collection

Since 1941, Hickory Chair has created classic forms inspired by the antiques found in the elegantly appointed interiors of plantation homes along the James River in Virginia. Now celebrating it's 75th year, this period collection recaptures the spirit and details that embodied genuine 18th-century design, including balance in scale, refinement in shapes and lines, intricate inlays and crisp carvings, acanthus leaves, shells, and ball and claw feet. Each James River piece is crafted to Old World standards and patinas are hand-rubbed to a depth that reflects lasting beauty and unmistakable personalization with every finish selection.

Mariette Himes Gomez

From her tenure as an associate of design luminaries like Edward Durrell Stone and Albert Hadley to the founding of Gomez & Associates in 1975, Mariette Himes Gomez has always articulated a blend of characteristically clean yet traditional styles. Her eponymous Hickory collection is an inspiring study in elegant balance and contrasts, using the finest materials and reflecting exquisite details and finishes. The result is a refreshing iteration of classic style and contemporary significance — all made uniquely personal with Hickory’s range of custom options.

Suzanne Kasler®

For over twenty years, Atlanta-based designer Suzanne Kasler has worked closely with clients and architects to incorporate practical sensibilities into spaces, creating an environment reflective of her clients’ personality and lifestyle. Suzanne Kasler is known for her love of all things French and brings a fresh mix of Continental flavor and classic style to her interiors. By mixing both antiques and modern pieces, she creates environments that are timeless, sophisticated, and, most importantly, livable.

Winterthur Estate Collection

Drawn from the library and antiques of the Winterthur Museum, the Winterthur Estate Collection pays homage to classic American design and H. F DuPont’s vision of assembling the greatest examples of American furnishings into authentic room settings. Whether conceived individually or combined in groupings, Hickory Chair’s reproductions and adaptations carry on the legacy of Winterthur while adding myriad options for custom finishing and personalization. A percentage of every sale goes back to the Museum to support preservation and education efforts.

HC1650-01 Laurent Dining Chair, HC1388-10 Marais Bench, HC1510-53 Inman M2M® Ottoman and

HC1301-90 Lorraine Sofa. See Design Details for finish specifications, page 335.