John Stuart Furniture
American
Grand Rapids, Michigan, was once known as “Furniture City” for its local mass-production industry that flourished from the mid-19th century into the early 20th century, led by furniture manufacturers like John Stuart. Stuart’s eponymous company, which would build showrooms in New York and Philadelphia, designed and sold elegant reproductions of various furniture styles, including 18th-century French and English furniture as well as what we now call mid-century modern home furnishings built by European craftsmen in the entrepreneur’s Grand Rapids factory.
In 1845, a British cabinetmaker named George Widdicomb arrived in New York before moving to Grand Rapids. There he set up a small cabinet shop in 1857 with a dozen craftsmen, including his son John Widdicomb. The store quickly found success due to Widdicomb’s English training and the dearth of other quality furniture makers in the region. Toward the end of the 19th century, Grand Rapids had earned an international reputation as a leader of American furniture manufacturing, and while the Widdicomb family would navigate some difficulty after the Civil War, they emerged anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, and then the Widdicomb Furniture Company. Widdicomb’s son started his own company in 1897, the John Widdicomb Company, and in 1929, the Grand Rapids–born John Stuart joined the company as a director.
Stuart, who had been in the furniture industry since 1913, was named president of John Widdicomb Company in the early 1940s and by then had formed John Stuart, Inc., with partner Herbert M. Rothschild. John Stuart, Inc.’s offerings included oak buffets and other dining-room furnishings crafted in the Tudor and Elizabethan styles, with cabinet doors and drawer fronts characterized by meticulously carved natural-world motifs and other decorative flourishes. Stuart also oversaw the design of reproductions of sophisticated walnut and mahogany Queen Anne side tables and dining chairs, with the latter marked by pronounced, vase-shaped curves in the back splats and cabriole legs. In 1952, the manufacturer and distributor’s founder sold the business, including the right to trade under his name, to the John Widdicomb Company.
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Creator: John Stuart
Paul Frankl Armchair for John Stuart
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this rare model 2254 ½ armchair designed by Paul Frankl in all-original, unrestored condition. It features a sculptural solid wood frame with delicate curve...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century John Stuart Nightstands, a Pair
By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Doylestown, PA
Fabulous Mid Century nightstands by John Stuart for Johnson Furniture Company, 1960's.
Crafted of rich walnut, the nightstands feature elegant oak banding on the tops. Each one has ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Seven Drawers Burl Wood Chrome Metal Bezel High Chest Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern burlwood chrome bezel and pulls high chest seven drawers dresser by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century John Stuart Mirrored Vanity Desk with Bench
By John Stuart
Located in Forney, TX
A rare Mid-Century Modern painted white mirrored vanity desk and bench by legendary American luxury designer John Stuart. Circa 1950
The sensational John Stuart designed demilune ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Credenza Dresser by Bert England for John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous brutalist credenza or long dresser by Bert England for John Stuart. Bi fold doors open to reveal 8 total drawers and a shelf. Walnut mosaic panels which are framed. Marble top on 90 % front edge is walnut. Brass tubular base with walnut sabots. A true quality piece. Signed John Stuart. Has been refinished. All doors...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Renzo Rutili for John Stuart/Johnson Furniture Large Sideboard in Walnut
By John Stuart, Renzo Rutili
Located in Dallas, TX
We have fully restored this beautiful sideboard by Renzo Rutili for John Stuart/Johnson Furniture Company. The sideboard features three separate cabinets that rest in a single base. ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Console Table by John Stuart Inc
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage console table by John Stuart features a stylish Mid-Century design with dark burl lacquered finish and brass trim. Floating style tabletop accentuates the elegant appeal...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Walnut 4 Drawer Bachelor Chest Small Dresser
By John Stuart, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart petit credenza 4 drawers bachelor chest dresser.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Attribution John Stuart Pair Side End Tables Leather Tops
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Stuart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Attributed to the Iconic designer, T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and manufactured and retailed by John Stuart, this pair of side, end or lamps tables have all the glamours touches of the Am...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Rare and Exceptional Mid Century Walnut Four Seat Sofa from John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A phenomenal mid century wood framed sofa originally purchased from John Stuart in New York City in 1959. Elegant frame with slightly angl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
John Stuart Grand Rapids Faux Goatskin Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage John Stuart six-drawer dresser with brass pulls, rounded sides and faux goatskin finish. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Goatskin
Authentic Set of 8 John Stuart Cane Chairs
By John Stuart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 side chairs plus 2 matching armchairs, upholstered in black leather with a beautiful sheen and featuring airy canning. It has original stamp John Stuart, New York Grand Rapi...
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1940s Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s John Stuart French Provincial Style Console Sofa Table or Desk
By John Stuart
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Midcentury French Provincial style console sofa table by John Stuart. Base features a white painted finish with curved cabriole legs and one single drawer. Top is stained wood. Table could also be used as a long desk.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair John Stuart Refinished 3 Drawer Bachelor Chests Dressers W/ Long Brass Pull
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair John Stuart refinished 3 drawer bachelor chests dressers w/ long brass pulls.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chest/Desk, John Stuart, Paul Frankl Design
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid Century Modern Chest/Desk, John Stuart, Paul Frankl Design
A recently white lacquered seven graduating drawer dresser or chest having an interior desk that folds down to reveal a 13 1/2 inch deep by 37 1/2 inch wide writing surface desk...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Rectangular Mirror by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern carved Nouveau style ornament solid walnut frame mirror. Nice medium walnut satin finish.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Large Eight Drawers Tall Dresser Chest
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern light walnut 8 drawers large high chest dresser by John Stuart.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Walnut Console Table by John Stuart, 1950s
By John Stuart
Located in Westport, CT
A console table executed in walnut by John Stuart, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, featuring two drawers and side doors that open up to reveal shelving.
Other designers fro...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1980s Modern Burl Wood Gentleman’s Armoire by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s modern burl wood gentleman’s armoire by John Stuart. It is in very good condition, and it is marked in the drawer. It does have dovet...
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1970s American Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Frankl Designed Mahogany Sideboard
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brothers credenza featuring mahogany veneer, cork laminated doors and brass hardware. inside the left door holds 4 dovetail jointed drawers, right door contai...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Cork
John Stuart Midcentury Credenza
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage sliding door cabinet with brass trim and accents. Twelve total drawers make for a great bedroom dresser.
(Please confirm ite...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Wood
High Back Lounge Chair by Hvidt and Molgaard, Nielsen
By John Stuart, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic high back version of the iconic Hvidt - Molgaard lounge chair, made by France and Daverkorsen, distributed by John Stuart Inc. This example is in very fine, original, untouc...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
John Stuart Burlwood and Glass Wall Unit
By West Michigan Furniture Co., John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This striking Mid-Century Modern metal, glass, and burl wood wall unit makes an impressive vintage modern storage and display unit for home or showroom interior. Rich vintage burl wo...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Chests by John Stuart, Pair
By John Stuart
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are a great size with clean lines. This is a pair of midcentury modern walnut on brass based chests by John Stuart. They have three doors. They are marked. The only negative is...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Walnut Two Doors Bottom Compartment One Drawer End Table Night Stand Mint
By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Walnut two doors bottom compartment one drawer end table night stand cabinet mint.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Peter Hvidt "Pinwheel" Tables
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Complete set of six teak Model 523 tables, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, imported by John Stuart. The clever design allows for the tables to be used as singular side tables or configured into multiple arrangements. Configured all together, the tables form an impressive pinwheel coffee...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Style Rounded Lounge Chair in Custom Red Leather
By John Stuart
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Stuart style rounded lounge chair in custom red leather. Clean, bright frame with rich red leather upholstery and accent pillow.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Campaign Style Chest of Drawers by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Dorchester, MA
This large, campaign-style chest of drawers was manufactured in the 1950s by John Stuart, a company known for their high-quality pieces that referenced earlier centuries. It comprise...
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1950s American Campaign Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Striking Restored Pair of Art Deco Cabinets by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Sophisticated Erwin Lambeth Curved Walnut Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sophisticated and stylish curved mid-century modern sofa designed by Erwin Lambeth. The handsome solid walnut sides are very well preserved in their vintage condition. Just gorgeou...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage John Stuart White Lacquered Campaign Wood Desk X-Chrome Base Two Drawer
By West Michigan Furniture Co., John Stuart
Located in North Miami, FL
This newly restored vintage John Stuart campaign 2 drawer desk and or writing desk is white lacquered over wood with chrome handles and 2 X-frame ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Modern Lacquered Writing Desk with Brass Accents by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Dallas, TX
A timeless vintage piece, this midcentury writing desk feels glamourous, manufactured for John Stuart Inc. Adorning its exterior of glossy black lacquer, paired with bright brass acc...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage dresser is part of a four-piece set by John Stuart that features a wonderful light natural finish, tapered brass legs,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Large Two-Tone Dining Room Table with 2 Leaves
By John Stuart, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Two-tone large 45" deep dining room table with two 24" leaves by John Stuart. Total maximum expending length is 114". Beautiful ebonized base and legs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
John Stuart mid-century modern long burl walnut dresser credenza w/ Chrome bezel
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid century modern 11 drawers burl walnut long cadenza w/ chrome bezel by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Chic Restored Set of 16 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, completely installation ready. This large set of difficult to find ...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Credenza with Travertine Topper from John Stuart
By Bert England, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive midcentury credenza from John Stuart, designed by Bert England. A handsome piece with brutalist style panels lining the cabinet fronts. Hinged cabinet doors open to reveal...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Cube Shape Compact Liquor Cabinet End Table Espresso Finish
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern espresso finish cube shape compact liquor cabinet with white laminate pull out tray by John Stuart.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
John Stuart Midcentury Highboy Walnut Dresser
By Johnson Furniture Co., John Stuart
Located in Baltimore, MD
Absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern Highboy dresser designed by John Stuart for Johnson Furniture Co. in the United States, circa 1960s. Pure style and sophistication, featuring t...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Magnificent Rare Restored Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete professional restoration. It is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the narrative: Completely Installati...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Pair of Modern Commodes by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic pair of commodes have undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chests may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if another color is...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Black Lacquer and Rosewood Dresser, Mid-Century Modern
By John Stuart, West Michigan Furniture Co.
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A long black lacquer and rosewood dresser in the style of Milo Baughman. Consists of six drawers with a center cabinet including three smaller drawers. Chrome trim and handles are c...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Chrome
John Stuart Burl Wood Brass Round Pulls Two Drawers Stand
By Milo Baughman, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern two drawers end table nightstand small chest of drawers. Beautiful vivid grain burl walnut wood.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Finn Juhl Model 192 Set of Midcentury Teak Chairs '1960s'
By John Stuart, Finn Juhl
Located in San Diego, CA
Designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son and imported by John Stuart, this handsome set of chairs features generous and comfortable seats that float within teak frames. They are uphols...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Cabinet
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern highboy by John Stuart features brass pulls, sturdy sculpted legs, and many drawers for storage.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Wood
Five Drawers Black Lacquer Mahogany High Chest Dresser by John Stuart
By Knoll, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern five drawers black lacquer high chest dresser by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Dark Burl Wood Glass Top Inserts Two Extension boards Leaves Dining Table
By Milo Baughman, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart burl wood dining table with 2 x 20" extension boards leaves. Outstanding condition and craftsmanship vintage dining table.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Stamped Rosewood "3842" Coffee Table
By John Stuart
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful rosewood coffee table with spectacular original finish. Legs have a curved details similar to the Janus collection but different and unique. Exceptional craftsmanship, beau...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Gorgeous Mahogany Black Lacquer Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite restored Art Deco commode by John Stuart, circa 1940. Stout, expertly crafted mahogany case construction finished in black lacquer. Heavy elegant solid brass strap hardw...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Black Lacquer Mahogany Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chests
By George Nelson, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer mahogany bachelor chests dresser by John Stuart.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Window Bench by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning vintage modern window bench features black tapered legs and two unique sculpted seats with lovely floral upholstery. This John Stuart bench ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Wood
Danish Modern Teak Side Table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, Mid-Century Modern, dark teak, side table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen sold by John Stuart features sleigh legs that are interesting from all angles. Two tables ar...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Teak
Paul Frankl Ebony Nightstands for John Stuart
By John Stuart, Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely rare Paul Frankl nightstands for John Stuart. Made of mahogany with espresso satin finish. USA, circa 1940. Each nightstand features a pull-down top drawer with two additio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Birch, Maple
Vintage John Stuart Palm Beach Coral Lacquered Fretwork Console Table Glass Top
By John Stuart
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Such a beautiful faint coral, newly lacquered, console table. New glass top. Fretwork details on the legs, skirt, top and sides. This console table is full of beautiful details.
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Bert England designed Marble Top Credenza
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bert England designed long cabinet with brutalist style front and white marble top. Cabinet storage with drawers and accenting brass base.
(Pleas...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of John Stuart Neoclassical Nightstands End Tables
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables by John Stuart. Dark walnut finish. Solid Brass Pulls. One drawer stands with shelves.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Danish Modern Teak Side Table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, Mid-Century Modern, teak, side table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen sold by John Stuart features sleigh legs that are interesting from all angles. Two tables are ava...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Three Drawers Narrow Chests End Side Tables
By Knoll, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer three drawers large end tables or bachelor chests or drawers by John Stuart.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
John Stuart furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
John Stuart furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John Stuart furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by John Stuart were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Paul Frankl, Planner Group, and Thomasville. Prices for John Stuart furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $85,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,200.
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