$2,595
H 48 in W 34 in D 20.5 in
John Van Koert for Drexel Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser, 1959
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1959 Sculpted walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 34"W
Brass
Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
: Wood Condition This Milo Baughman dresser for Drexel is in excellent restored condition. The
Wood
$2,850
H 32.25 in W 57.25 in D 18 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Biscayne” Walnut Dresser by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass Sabots Expertly refinished and thoughtfully restored, this elegant walnut dresser from the
Brass, Chrome
Louis XVI Style Commode by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This two drawer commode by Drexel features great antique details such as brass ring hardware, and
Wood
1950s Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration 8 Drawer Dresser
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Walnut dresser from Drexel’s Declaration collection by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall, c. 1959
Brass
John Van Koert Drexel Profile K12 Gentlemen’s Chest Dresser
By John Van Koert, Drexel, Henredon, Karl Johan
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Drexel Profile furniture. Bedroom pieces are available including a low dresser, mirror, gentlemen’s chest
Chrome
Mid-century 1950s Walnut Drexel Declaration Dresser
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
This elegant mid-century modern dresser is part of the iconic Drexel Declaration collection
Walnut
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Walnut Dresser
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Restored to better than new condition, ten-drawer dresser by Kip Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for
Brass
$3,195
H 31.25 in W 62 in D 20 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” 10-Drawer Dresser
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
expertly refinished Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” dresser by Kipp Stewart for Drexel showcases timeless
Porcelain, Walnut
$7,490 / set
H 30 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Matching Dresser Set Attributed to John Van Koert for Drexel
Located in Seattle, WA
This Mid-Century Modern matching dresser set is attributed to John Van Koert for Drexel and
Wood
$3,895
H 30 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Dresser Attributed to John Van Koert for Drexel - 8-Drawer Lowboy.
Located in Seattle, WA
This mid-century modern lowboy dresser is attributed to John Van Koert for Drexel, reflecting the
Wood
$2,795
H 32 in W 60.25 in D 21 in
John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern dresser, credenza, or sideboard By John Van Koert for
Brass
John Van Koert Drexel K4 Low Dresser, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern
By Karl Johan, Henredon, John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Chattanooga, TN
K4 low dresser designed by John Van Koert for Drexel’s “Profile” collection. This dresser is a
Chrome
Rare Dresser by Milo Baughman for Murray Furniture
By Milo Baughman, Murray Furniture, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Paul McCobb, Drexel
Located in Framingham, MA
Rare early maple dresser by Milo Baughman for Murray Furniture. Solid Wood. Brass pulls and
Brass
Unavailable
H 28 in W 72 in D 20 in
Stylish Mid-Century "Sun Coast" Dresser/ Sideboard by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Stylish Mid-Century "Sun Coast" dresser/ sideboard by Kipp Stewart for Drexel with marble top.
Marble
Drexel “Apart Mates” Walnut Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufacturer: Drexel “Apart Mates” Period/style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Colonial Revival Style Mahogany Highboy Dresser by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Colonial Revival highboy dresser by Drexel, crafted in the 1950s, captures the
Brass
Sold
H 30.88 in W 66 in D 19 in
Drexel Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Long Dresser or Credenza, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie long dresser or credenza By Drexel
Brass
Drexel Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage walnut dresser by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall for declaration line for Drexel
Porcelain, Walnut
Sold
H 35.13 in W 64.25 in D 22.5 in
French Provincial Louis XV White Lacquered Triple Dressers by Drexel, Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style white lacquered triple dresser or credenza By Drexel
Brass
Sold
H 35.13 in W 64.25 in D 22.5 in
French Provincial Louis XV White Lacquered Triple Dresser by Drexel, Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style white lacquered triple dresser or credenza By Drexel
Brass
Sold
H 30.5 in W 37.5 in D 19 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chest Dresser by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chest Dresser by Drexel With over 15 years of
Travertine
1950's Mid-Century Modern Drexel Biscayne Walnut 11-Drawer Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Midcentury Modern dresser for sale. Manufactured by Drexel in the 1956, and is part of the
Brass
Sold
H 31 in W 66 in D 20 in
Restored "Modern" Line By Drexel Walnut Double Dresser Credenza, circa 1950s
By Drexel
Located in Chattanooga, TN
professionally refinished by our in-house cabinet shop. This 1950s Drexel "Modern" dresser looks virtually
Walnut
1950's Mid-Century Modern Drexel Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-century Modern dresser for sale. It was designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel in 1959
Aluminum, Brass
Drexel "Perspective" Mahogany Dresser by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drexel “Perspective” Mahogany Dresser by Milo Baughman
Walnut
Drexel “Today’s Living” Walnut Dresser by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drexel “Today’s Living” Walnut Dresser by Milo Baughman
Walnut
Drexel Declaration Dresser by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dresser from Drexel’s popular Declaration collection by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall
Brass
Drexel Dresser
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three drawer walnut dresser with porcelain pulls by Drexel. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ
Walnut
Midcentury "Perspective" Dresser by Milo Baughman for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning midcentury dresser designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel´s “Perspective” collection in the
Wood
Drexel Two Tone Lacquer & Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drexel Two Tone Lacquer & Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart
Walnut
Drexel "Declaration" Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage dresser designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall for Drexel's famous "Declaration
Walnut
Sold
H 32.75 in W 62.13 in D 19.13 in
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection 10-Drawer Dresser
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern dresser designed by Edward Wormley for his Drexel Precedent collection. Ten
Elm
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Dresser for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century dresser designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall for Drexels “Declaration” line in
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drexel Highboy Dresser, Restored
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
professionally refinished by our in-house cabinet shop. This 1950s Drexel "Modern" dresser looks virtually
Metal
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Dresser for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid dresser designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s Declaration line in the
Brass
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Dresser for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid dresser designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s Declaration line in the
Brass
Sold
H 31.25 in W 60 in D 20 in
Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
Walnut, Ceramic
Wormley Dresser For Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A simple, handsome dresser by Edward Wormley for Drexel. The piece has been completely refinished
Brass
Sold
H 31 in W 36 in D 20 in
Drexel Declaration Three-Drawer Dresser by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dresser from Drexel’s popular Declaration collection by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall
Brass
Sold
H 30 in W 66.5 in D 20 in
John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Double Dresser, Newly Refinished
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern double dresser or credenza with unique cantilevered top
Brass
Sold
H 30.13 in W 43.75 in L 30.13 in
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Sun Coast Cherry and Brass Dresser or Credenza, Restored
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dresser or credenza By Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Sun
Brass
Sold
H 31.25 in W 60 in D 20 in
Drexel Declaration Eight-Drawer Dresser by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
By Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dresser from Drexel’s popular Declaration collection by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall
Brass
Sold
H 32.25 in W 52 in D 21 in
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Seven-Drawer Dresser
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
" line by Drexel. The dresser features gorgeous walnut wood grain and sleek mid-century design. It offers
Walnut
Sold
H 32 in W 60 in D 21 in
Drexel John Van Koert Profile Midcentury Dresser Chest of Drawers Eight Drawers
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in West Hartford, CT
" line by Drexel. The dresser features gorgeous walnut wood grain and sleek midcentury design. It offers
Walnut
Edward Wormley for Drexel Dresser
By Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
Simple and sweet deep teal lacquer chest or dresser with patinated brass pulls. Designed by Edward
Sold
H 32 in W 52 in D 21 in
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Dresser or Credenza, 1950s
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern dresser or credenza By John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile
Brass
Edward Wormley For Drexel Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Six drawer dresser with black lacquered front and contrasting medium blond case. Unique hardware
Brass
Sold
H 42.5 in W 42 in L 42.5 in
Drexel Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Chest with Flip-Up Mirror
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
flip-up vanity mirror By Drexel Furniture "Compass Collection" USA, 1950s Walnut and lacquer
Brass
Sold
H 31.25 in W 60 in L 31.25 in
Kipp Stewart Declaration Dresser and Mirror for Drexel, 1950s, Restored, Signed
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
acquire a set. This pair of bedroom dresser and mirror by Kipp Stewart for Drexel would work great in
Porcelain, Walnut
Wormley for Drexel 10-Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sublime 10 drawer dresser with chocolate case and cream lacquered front. Exquisite brushed brass
Brass
edward wormley for drexel 'todays living" dresser
By Edward Wormley
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
edward wormley design for drexel furniture company, "today's living" series.
Wood
Kipp Stewart Drexel Mid Century Modern Walnut 10 drawer dresser
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-Century Modern walnut dresser designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall for Drexel
Walnut
Sold
H 32.5 in W 48 in D 19 in
Pair of Mid Century Edward Wormley Drexel Precedent Black Ebonized Dressers
By Edward Wormley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid Century Edward Wormley Drexel Precedent Black Ebonized 6 Drawer Dresser An exceptional mid
Brass
Drexel Declaration High Chest of Drawers by Kipp Stewart
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dresser from Drexel’s popular Declaration collection by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall
Brass
Sold
H 44 in W 53.5 in D 17.75 in
Tall Walnut Gentlemen's Chest Dresser by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, 1950s
By Kipp Stewart
Located in New York, NY
Tall walnut gentlemen's chest dresser by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, 1950s. Fully restored and in
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” Highboy Dresser
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Century Modern “Declaration” highboy dresser, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel in the 1950s
Porcelain, Walnut
Chest of Drawer Dressers in Walnut by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-Century Modern dresser in walnut designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel
Porcelain, Walnut
John Van Koert Profile Collection Walnut Dresser
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Walnut seven drawer dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel's Profile group. Cantilvered front top
Walnut
John Van Koert Profile Collection Walnut Dresser
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Walnut seven-drawer dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel's Profile group. Cantilevered front top
Aluminum
Vintage Walnut Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern walnut dresser designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall for Drexel
Walnut
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Walnut Dresser
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Ten-drawer dresser by Kip Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for their Drexel Declaration collection
Porcelain, Walnut
Sold
H 47.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
Kipp Stewart Declaration Highboy Set for Drexel, Newly Restored, circa 1950
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the Declaration line for Drexel furniture. Fabricated from veneered walnut with striking wood grain
Porcelain, Walnut
Sold
H 33 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Dresser / Credenza by Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group
By George Nelson, Milo Baughman, Drexel, Harvey Probber, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century credenza / dresser designed by Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group, circa 1960s
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 49.25 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Highboy Dresser by Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group
By George Nelson, Milo Baughman, Drexel, Kipp Stewart, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century highboy dresser designed by Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group, circa 1960s. A
Metal, Chrome
Six-Drawer Mahogany Chest by Edward Wormley for Drexel, 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Six-drawer mahogany chest by Edward Wormley for Drexel, 1950s. Fully restored and in excellent
Sold
H 30.25 in W 30 in D 19 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dressers / Nightstands, Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dressers / Nightstands, Drexel Set of two newly
Brass
Sold
H 32.5 in W 38.25 in D 19.5 in
Edward Wormley for Drexel Black Lacquered Dresser Chests, Newly Refinished
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dressers or chests of drawers By Edward
Brass
Sold
H 48 in W 34 in D 21 in
Drexel Profile John Van Koert Midcentury Tall Dresser Chest Drawers Wardrobe
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in West Hartford, CT
" line by Drexel. The dresser features gorgeous walnut wood grain and sleek mid-century design. It offers
Walnut
Sold
H 45 in W 34 in D 20 in
Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall Drexel Declaration Walnut Highboy Dresser
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern walnut highboy dresser from the desirable Declaration line designed
Porcelain, Walnut
Drexel Declaration Ten Drawer Low Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut triple dresser from the desirable declaration line designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel in the 1950s. On the right are fou...
Walnut
$4,895
H 30 in W 74.75 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored - Mosaic Brutalist Modern Walnut Dresser by Tobago
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Tobago Manufacturer: Tobago ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we tak...
Metal
Pair of Burl Wood Nightstands by Milo Baughman for Lane
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning Vintage Mid-Century Modern pair of burl wood nightstands by Milo Baughman for Lane. The timeless beauty of burl wood, a naturally occurring wood pattern, and clean modernis...
Burl
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman Chesterfield style tufted sofa with wood plinth base. In good vintage condition, circa 1980s Dimension: 84" long 32" deep 26" tall seat height 14".
Fabric
$1,731 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé Burgundy Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé Burgundy Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called i...
Textile
Pair 1950s Italian Nightstands
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 1950s Italian nightstands with mirror top featuring maple hardwoods, brass hardware and sabots.
Brass
Pair of Venetian Neoclassical Hand Painted Commodes
Located in London, Park Royal
A pair of Venetian commodes, hand painted in the Neoclassical style featuring fine scroll work in hues of brick pinks, yellow ochres, olive greens and blues on an old white naturally...
Wood
$1,949Sale Price|35% Off
H 26.25 in W 72 in D 20 in
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
An exceptional midcentury walnut file cabinet/credenza by iconic designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s, manufactured in the USA. This absolutely stunning piece features gorgeous walnut, s...
Chrome
$4,500
H 32.5 in W 65 in D 18 in
California Modern Walnut Dresser with Tulip Style Pulls by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Steel
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 98 wide x 30 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 21 inches All pieces of furnitur...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak 8-Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Teak
Danish Modern Mid Century Teak Dresser Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in New York, NY
Danish Modern Teak Mid Century Dresser by Dyrlund, Denmark. Sweet six drawer teak Danish Modern dresser. Recessed pulls run the entire length of each drawer. All drawers ride very...
Teak
$4,600
H 32 in W 72 in D 19 in
Long Walnut Mid-Century Modern 9 Drawers Credenza Dresser Double Door Cabinet
By Paul McCobb, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Long walnut Mid-Century Modern 9 drawers credenza dresser double door cabinet. Gorgeous walnut wood pattern super clean original condition.
Walnut
$14,000Sale Price|60% Off
H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The ...
Aluminum
$2,095 / set
H 31 in W 32 in D 17.5 in
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Hand Painted Night Stands Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand Painted Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
Wood
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Antique, new and vintage dressers are a staple in any household. Whether it’s a 19th-century solid pine or oak Welsh kitchen dresser you’re using to store tableware or a Broyhill Brasilia highboy in your bedroom, these furniture fixtures are essential for making the most of your space.
The first step in finding the perfect dresser is considering your particular needs. Most tall dressers offer anywhere from five to seven drawers, essentially allowing for the organization of an entire wardrobe, while shorter, waist-height dresser varieties can be equipped with a convenient vanity mirror.
A highboy dresser is usually around six feet tall, with some versions standing even taller at seven feet or so. Highboys, which began to appear with frequency during the early 17th century in England, are essentially very tall dressers with lots of drawers, whereas a lowboy is a different type of storage furniture in that it's a dressing table with one or two rows of drawers.
When shopping for your antique or vintage dresser, consider those that bear the hallmarks of solid construction. Good furniture means making an investment, and solid hardwood pieces of maple, walnut or cherry will prove far more durable than a bedroom dresser made of particleboard.
If you’re looking for a mid-century modern case piece that boasts a subdued pairing of wood grains and uncomplicated drawer pulls, browse elegant dressers designed by Florence Knoll, Harvey Probber, Paul McCobb and other furniture makers associated with the celebrated style on 1stDibs.
Dressers characterized by bolder designs are also popular: Not only will your new piece of furniture be a storage solution, but it'll also make a statement.
Art Deco furniture makers preferred to work with dark woods and typically incorporated decorative embellishments. An ornately carved French or Italian Art Deco dresser complete with vanity mirror and cabriole scrolled feet might better complement the other pieces in your home. Alternatively, if you favor sumptuous antique furniture with curving lines and floral flourishes, the collection on 1stDibs also includes sophisticated 1800s-era Victorian walnut dressers and washstands with marble tops.
After all, a good case piece isn’t merely for minimizing clutter in your space. The style of your chosen dresser and its specific attributes should add something to your decor and your home. Modern creations include one-of-a-kind shapes, like the venturesome chests of drawers in leather, marble and wood crafted by the likes of Roberto Cavalli.
Explore a broad array of antique and vintage dressers today on 1stDibs.