Carl Akins Company Rhodes Billiard Table: As
Dicken points out, “The Rhodes Billiard Table shows Collection Reproductions 414 Chair: Collection
the epitome of Carl Akins’ work. From the hand-carved Reproductions is known for creating unique reproduc-
walnut legs to the pull-out shelf, this billiard table be- tion furnishings specifically suited to each client’s spec-
speaks quality and refinement.” The billiard table mea- ifications. “This chair is a copy from an original set my
sures 103”l x 57”w x 32”h. The playing surface spans grandparents, Janet and E.C. Dicken, bought in Europe
92”l x 46”w. Accessories are included and store in many years ago. I’m a bit biased but I have always ad-
unique pull-out trays that virtually disappear when they mired the graceful lines this chair possesses,” Dicken
are closed. revealed. The 414 Chair, measuring 24.5”w x 24”d x
Thomas adds, “This is an example of what one can 40.5”h, is completely hand-carved with no straight lines.
expect to find in the E.C. Dicken showroom — quality Barnes considers Collection Reproductions a “go-to
furnishings that will stand the test of time. I believe that furniture source,” adding, “Whether I need a reproduc-
anyone who examines this billiard table would agree tion of an antique or a new design specifically tailored
that it is art and is a careful execution of a thoroughly to my client’s needs, they can handle my request.” Cheri
considered design. Any traditional game room would be Etchelecu Martin, ASID, of Cheri Etchelecu Interior
more beautiful by having this table as a focal point.” Design in Dallas also remarked, “I love the beautiful
lines and scale of this chair. Collection Reproductions
has beautiful finishes, which allows their furniture to be
versatile in most interiors.”
Keith Fritz Fine Furniture Jasper Cabinet: The
ebony banding along the curves and hand-planed finish
add to the beauty of the Keith Fritz Fine Furniture Jas-
per Cabinet, measuring 72”w x 24”d x 34”h, as well as
in custom sizes and with an optional plasma television/
LCD lift. Dicken says, “The cabinet is an uncompromis-
ing standard of quality from materials to design.”
“Keith’s designs are all stunning and the Jasper Cabi-
net is no exception,” gushed Shawn O’Brien of Shawn
O’Brien Interiors in New Orleans, continuing, “I’ve
A. Rudin 2634 Sectional: The A. Rudin 2634 Sec- in San Antonio, Texas, says, “I love this updated take on
used a number of his pieces and they have worked
tional measures 108”w x 72”w with a 41-inch depth and traditional.” Baxter also revealed her reverence for the
equally well in a super-chic Miami condo, a Colorado
overall height of 34 inches, offering a transitional and showroom, “I am so lucky that E.C. Dicken has a beauti-
log home, a suburban dining room and a 125-year-old
contemporary sofa that is functional and beautiful. Ac- ful showroom for me to enable my clients to test drive
Victorian home in New Orleans’ Garden District.”
cording to Dicken, “The 2634 is a media room dream. It these pieces. The service and camaraderie I have been
is one of the easiest items to sell because of the comfort so lucky to receive at E.C. Dicken has made my travels
that is built in the sofa.” worth the flight. It is my first stop each time I visit the
Minton-Spidell, Inc. Marchello Lounge Chair:
Debbie Baxter, ASID, IIDA, of Baxter Design Group design center!”
Replicated from a 19th century Italian original, the
Marchello Lounge Chair from Minton-Spidell, Inc.
measures 29.5”w x 36”d x 37”h. “This is a beautiful
adaptation from an antique that could only be accom-
plished by Minton-Spidell. With the finishes available,
this chair could easily be in a small New York apartment
or the grandest estate,” remarked Dicken.
“I have always loved Minton-Spidell pieces,” con-
fessed Marci Barnes of M. Barnes & Co. in Dallas, add-
ing, “The thing for me that makes this line truly stand
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