Split Reed Bamboo 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Split Reed Bamboo 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 64 wide x 18.25 deep x 31.75 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Drawers Glide with Ease.
Bamboo
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Minor Scratches on Top Surf...
Brass
$9,375Sale Price|25% Off
Mid Century Modern Walnut 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser by Widdicomb, c1960s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., John Widdicomb
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Exceptional mid century modern walnut lowboy dresser by Widdicomb, dating to the 1960s. This beautifully crafted piece showcases the refined design and uncompromising quality that ma...
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 9 Drawer Dresser With Diamond Parquet Accent Inlay.
Located in Seattle, WA
Bring authentic 1960s retro charm to your bedroom with this exquisite 9 drawer lowboy dresser. Crafted from rich, beautifully grained walnut, this iconic MCM dresser features a stri...
Walnut
Kent Coffey Mid-Century "Eloquence" Walnut Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic piece of American mid-century modern design, this Kent Coffey "Eloquence" 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser offers the perfect combination of sophisticated style, quality craftsmansh...
Walnut
Lane Furniture American Mahogany 9 Drawer Staccato Brutalist Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American mahogany lowboy dresser with a contrasting grain veneer checkerboard front surface offset with staccato Brutalist relief corner doors, both opening to reveal 2 h...
Wood, Mahogany
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Lowboy 9 Drawer Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Lowboy 9 Drawer Dresser This lowboy measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Areas of Minor Scratches...
Brass
$2,520Sale Price|30% Off
Lane Staccato Mid Century Modern 9 Drawer Oak Brutalist Mirrored Dresser Lowboy
By Lane Acclaim
Located in Dayton, OH
1970s Vintage Lane Furniture Staccato collection Brutalist style Oak 9 drawer dresser vanity with mirror or Lowboy, 568-07.
Mirror, Oak
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
Mid Century Modern Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy 'First Edition' Dresser by Lane, C1960
By Lane Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Authentic Lane “First Edition” lowboy dresser in beautifully grained walnut, featuring the clean, architectural lines that define classic mid-century modern design. This long, low-pr...
Walnut
Midcentury Brutalist 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Midcentury Brutalist 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60 wide x 17.75 deep x 31 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition.
Wood
Tobago Brutalist Midcentury Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Paul Evans
Located in Southampton, NJ
Tobago Brutalist midcentury walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser. Gorgeous piece in excellent condition with minimal wear.
Walnut
Century Furniture Midcentury 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Century Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Century furniture midcentury 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 31.5 high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restored vintage con...
Wood
United Mid Century 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Franklin Park, IL
United Mid Century 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 31.5 high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restored vintage condition.
Wood
Midcentury Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Midcentury walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 30.5 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condit...
Brass
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage con...
Brass
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...
Brass
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage con...
Brass
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage con...
Brass
Dixie Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Dixie Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dixie mid century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 66 wide x 19.25 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...
Chrome
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vint...
Brass
Dixie Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Dixie Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dixie Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser The dresser measures: 72 wide x 19.5 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...
Walnut
Basic Witz Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Basic Witz
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Basic Witz mid century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Lowboy measures: 66 wide x 18 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage cond...
Brass
Kent Coffey Greenbrier Midcentury Walnut 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kent Coffey Greenbrier midcentury walnut 9-drawer lowboy dresser. Dresser measures: 76 wide x 21.25 deep x 32.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call res...
Brass
Thomasville Brutalist Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Thomasville
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Thomasville Brutalist mid century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser. Dresser measures: 74 wide x 19 deep x 32 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored...
Walnut
Dixie Furniture Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dixie Furniture Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 19.25 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...
Brass
Lane Pueblo Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane Pueblo Mid Century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 78 wide x 18 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...
Walnut
Tobago Brutalist Mid-Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Tobago Brutalist mid-century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 80 wide x 21.5 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored...
Walnut
Dillingham Samara Mid Century Walnut 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dillingham Samara Mid Century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60 wide x 18.5 deep x 30.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...
Walnut
United Style Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Franklin Park, IL
United style mid century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60 wide x 18.5 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage...
Walnut
Lane Pueblo Brutalist Mid-Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane Pueblo Brutalist mid-century 9 drawer lowboy dresser The dresser measures: 78 wide x 18 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...
Wood
Mid Century Walnut and Chrome 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid century walnut and chrome 9 drawer lowboy dresser The dresser measures: 64 wide x 19 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...
Chrome
Lane First Edition Midcentury Walnut 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane first edition midcentury walnut 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 66 wide x 18 deep x 30 high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restored vinta...
Walnut
Lane First Edition Midcentury Walnut 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane first edition midcentury walnut 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 66 wide x 18 deep x 30 high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restored vintage...
Walnut
United Furniture Mid Century Diamond Short 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Franklin Park, IL
United Furniture mid century diamond short 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 62 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call ...
Wood
Stanley Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Stanley mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 18 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...
Brass
Henredon Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Henredon
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Henredon mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 80 wide x 19 deep x 30.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
Brass
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H 31 in W 85 in D 19 in
Merton Gershun American of Martinsville Midcentury 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Merton Gershun American of Martinsville midcentury 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 85 wide x 19 deep x 31 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restor...
Brass
Kroehler Mid Century Walnut and Formica 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kroehler mid century walnut and Formica 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60.25 wide x 18 deep x 30.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call rest...
Formica, Walnut
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Mainline by Hooker
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century walnut 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 30.5 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage...
Walnut
United Furniture Mid Century Diamond Short 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Franklin Park, IL
United Furniture Mid Century Diamond Short 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser This dresser measures: 62 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call ...
Wood
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist mid century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 67.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what w...
Walnut
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H 32.75 in W 74 in D 20.25 in
United Furniture Mid Century Brutalist Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Franklin Park, IL
United Furniture mid century Brutalist walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 74 wide x 20.25 deep x 32.75 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call res...
Walnut
Broyhill Sculptra Mid Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser or Buffet
By Broyhill
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Sculptra mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser or buffet This piece measures: 66 wide x 17 deep x 30.5 inches high ?
Wood
Sold
H 30.25 in W 64 in D 18 in
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Mainline by Hooker
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century walnut and brass 9-drawer lowboy dresser Measures: 64 wide x 18 deep x 30.25 high Restored vintage condition.
Brass
Heywood Wakefield Sculptura Mid Century Blonde 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Heywood Wakefield Sculptura Mid Century blonde 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 61.5 wide x 19 deep x 31 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...
Wood
Stanley Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Stanley Mid Century walnut and brass 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 18 deep x 30 inches high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restored vin...
Brass
Kroehler Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kroehler Mid Century walnut and brass 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measure: 60.25 wide x 19 deep x 31.75 inches high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restor...
Brass
Lane Rhythm Paul McCobb Style Mid-Century 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane Rhythm Paul McCobb style mid century 9 drawer lowboy dresser Lowboy measures: 66.5 wide x 18 deep x 31.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
Wood
Mount Airy Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mount Airy Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser Dresser measures: 63 wide x 20 deep x 30 inches high ?
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 70.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 32 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
Brass
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H 30 in W 71.75 in D 19 in
Broyhill Premier Mid Century Walnut and Chrome 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill premier mid century walnut and chrome 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 71.75 wide x 19 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call ...
Chrome
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H 31.25 in W 72 in L 31.25 in
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Extra Long Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill brasilia mid century extra long walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 31.25 inches high ?
Brass
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H 31 in W 72 in D 19 in
Broyhill Brasilia II Brutalist Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia II Brutalist Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...
Brass
Mid Century Harlequin Bow Front Inlaid Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid century harlequin bow front inlaid walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 19.25 deep x 32 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call r...
Walnut
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H 31.25 in W 64.25 in D 18.25 in
Kroehler Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kroehler Furniture mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 64.25 wide x 18.25 deep x 31.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what ...
Brass
Lane Rhythm Mid Century Walnut and Cane 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lane Rhythm Mid Century walnut and cane 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 78 wide x 18 deep x 30.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restore...
Brass
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H 30 in W 79.75 in L 30 in
Paul Evans Style Lane Brutalist Midcentury Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Paul Evans, Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Evans style Lane Brutalist midcentury walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 79.75 wide x 20.5 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Metal
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H 26.5 in W 75.5 in L 26.5 in
Mid Century Danish Teak, Chrome, and Leather 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid century Danish teak, chrome, and leather 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 75.5 wide x 18 deep x 26.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call r...
Chrome
Drexel Campaign Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel Campaign mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser. Dresser measures: 68 wide x 19 deep x 29.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
Brass
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H 29 in W 60 in D 19 in
Milo Baughman Style Crawford Furniture MCM Blonde 9-Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Crawford Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style Crawford Furniture Mid Century blonde 9-drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 60 wide x 19 deep x 29 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
Wood
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H 31.25 in W 72 in L 31.25 in
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Extra Long Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill brasilia mid century extra long walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 31.25 inches high ?
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser The dresser measures: 70.25 wide x 21.5 deep x 32 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Brass
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H 29 in W 78 in D 19 in
Witco Oceanic Mid Century Brutalist Pedestal Base 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Witco
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Witco oceanic mid century Brutalist pedestal base 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 78 wide x 19 deep x 29 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Wood
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H 29.25 in W 72 in D 19.25 in
Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut and Chrome 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Craft Associates Mid century walnut and chrome 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 72 wide x 19.25 deep x 29.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in wha...
Chrome
Mid Century Burlwood Formica Lucite and Chrome 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid century Burlwood Formica Lucite and chrome 9 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser is 77 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call resto...
Chrome
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H 31.25 in W 64 in D 19 in
Kent Coffey Tableau Mid Century Walnut and Laminate 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kent Coffey Tableau mid century walnut and laminate 9 drawer lowboy dresser The dresser measures: 64 wide x 19 deep x 31.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
Chrome
$2,750
H 30.25 in W 70.5 in D 17.5 in
Newly Refinished - Mid Century Modern 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser by LA Period
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...
Walnut
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.