Old Colony reflects Heywood-Wakefield’s long engagement with Colonial Revival design, offering furniture that leaned into tradition at a moment when American homes were still shaped by historical reference rather than modernism. Introduced in the 1930s and produced in various forms through the 1960s and 70s, Old Colony drew on eighteenth-century New England case furniture for its inspiration, with paneled surfaces, turned elements, bracket feet, and restrained decorative details that conveyed solidity and permanence. These were pieces meant to feel rooted and respectable, aligning with prevailing tastes for heritage, craftsmanship, and domestic stability.
Old Colony aligned with deeply rooted American preferences for traditional forms and domestic permanence. The line included bedroom, dining, and occasional pieces intended for formal interiors, reinforcing the home as a place grounded in heritage and stability. Within Heywood-Wakefield’s broader history, Old Colony represents the company’s ability to produce historically inspired furniture at scale while meeting enduring market demand, well before and after its association with modern and streamlined design.