Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Traditional Furniture in New York City
Smith & Watson Fine Furniture has dedicated itself to preserving the artistry of 18th-century furniture design while adapting it for modern spaces. Since our establishment in New York City in 1907, we have collaborated with master craftsmen to create bespoke pieces that reflect historical elegance and enduring quality. Our team includes cabinet makers, wood carvers, and finishers who meticulously execute each project, whether a single chair or a complete interior. We maintain relationships with artisans in England and Europe to ensure authenticity in every detail. Our inventory includes unfinished furniture for customization, allowing clients to personalize finishes and dimensions.From Queen Anne dining sets to Chippendale radial extension tables, our work honors traditional techniques while meeting contemporary needs. We specialize in handcrafted armchairs, sofas, cabinets, and bedroom furniture, all designed to become heirlooms. Our New York showroom showcases both finished pieces and raw frames, providing inspiration for residential and commercial spaces. With over a century of experience, we remain committed to craftsmanship that transcends trends. Our clients trust us to deliver furniture that combines historical precision with modern functionality, ensuring each creation is treasured for generations.
Services
Custom Upholstered Furniture
Handcrafted Tables
Bedroom Furniture
Cabinets and Shelving
Custom Design Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1907
Highlights and features
- We have over 115 years of experience in traditional furniture craftsmanship.
- Our team includes master cabinet makers, wood carvers, and finishers.
- We offer customization options for unfinished furniture pieces.
- We collaborate with artisans in England and Europe for authentic techniques.
- We specialize in historical styles including Chippendale, Regency, and Queen Anne.
Services
Custom Upholstered Furniture
We create handcrafted armchairs, sofas, and sectionals inspired by historical designs. Our artisans combine traditional techniques with modern comfort, offering customization in fabric, finish, and dimensions. Each piece is built to order using premium materials for lasting durability. Clients can choose from classic styles like the American Chesterfield or design unique configurations tailored to their space.
Handcrafted Tables
Our tables feature intricate detailing in styles ranging from Georgian to Art Deco. Options include radial extension tables, coffee tables with parquet tops, and executive desks with antique brass accents. Every table is constructed from solid wood with hand-applied finishes. Clients may select from existing designs or collaborate on custom dimensions and decorative elements like carvings or inlays.
Cabinets and Shelving
We produce custom credenzas, bookcases, and sideboards with historical accuracy. Features include mahogany finishes, Sheraton-style inlays, and Chippendale fretwork details. Each unit combines functional storage with decorative elements like carved moldings or brass hardware. Clients can choose from traditional designs or request modifications to suit modern interiors.
Bedroom Furniture
Our bedroom collections include headboards in Directoire, Sheraton, and Louis XV styles. Pieces feature hand-carved details, bamboo accents, and premium wood finishes. We offer complete bedroom sets or individual items like nightstands and dressers. Each creation balances historical authenticity with contemporary comfort requirements for modern living spaces.
Unfinished Furniture
We maintain an inventory of unfinished chair frames and table bases for customization. Clients may select pieces to finish in their preferred stain or paint, or modify dimensions before final finishing. This option allows designers and homeowners to create unique interpretations of classic styles while maintaining structural integrity from our master craftsmen.
Questions
What historical furniture styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in 18th-century styles including Chippendale, Queen Anne, Georgian, Hepplewhite, Sheraton, Louis XV, Regency, and Thomas Hope designs.
Can I customize unfinished furniture pieces?
Yes, we offer unfinished chair frames and table bases that clients can customize with their preferred finishes, dimensions, or hardware.
Do you create both residential and commercial furniture?
We provide custom furniture solutions for both residential homes and commercial spaces like offices or hotels.
Are your pieces handcrafted or mass-produced?
All our furniture is handcrafted by master artisans using traditional techniques - we do not use automated manufacturing processes.
How long has Smith and Watson been in business?
We have been creating fine furniture in New York City since our founding in 1907.
Can I order a completely custom design?
Yes, we welcome custom commissions and can create entirely new designs based on client specifications or historical references.
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