The Furniture

Over his lifetime, Thomas Day became a master cabinetmaker and entrepreneur. The legacy of his career as a furniture maker can be seen through his strong, characterizing design features like fluid linework, wavelike and spiral shapes, and unique motifs that still make his work recognizable today. His work is specialized by the use of materials like imported mahogany and the use of veneers on his furniture. Today, the works of Thomas Day can be found in museums and private collections all across the country.

The North Carolina Museum of History currently holds the largest collection of Thomas Day Furniture as he is largely considered the 'father of the North Carolina furniture industry.'

Below, explore some of the pieces found in the Thomas Day House.

Dresser with mirror, 2 drawers on dresser top, all dovetailed Dresser with mirror, 2 drawers on dresser top, all dovetailed	Marble top washstand Marble top washstand	Bureau with Book Page style top drawers, 3 dovetailed drawers, serpentine pilasters, and rolled feet Bureau with Book Page style top drawers, 3 dovetailed drawers, serpentine pilasters, and rolled feet
Walnut Settee with carved frame, curved lines, and Thomas Day signature Walnut Settee with carved frame, curved lines, and Thomas Day signature	Side chair with minimal decoration and leather seat Side chair with minimal decoration and leather seat	Side Chair with Original Finish and Upholstered Seat Side Chair with Original Finish and Upholstered Seat
Marble Top Server - Mirrored Back - Curvilinear Legs and Supports Marble Top Server - Mirrored Back - Curvilinear Legs and Supports	Bedstead walnut bench with scrolled feet and castors Bedstead walnut bench with scrolled feet and castors	Parlor chair, tufted back Parlor chair, tufted back