$3,000 / set
Pair of Mid-Century American Walnut Dressers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of American walnut dressers feature four spacious drawers, carved pulls, and raised rear edges.
Walnut
American Walnut Dresser Credenza 4 Drawers Two Door Compartment Brass Pulls MINT
By Paul McCobb, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Restored American walnut dresser credenza 4 drawers two door compartment brass pulls mint!.
Brass
Vintage American Walnut Dresser with Chrome Accenting by Sligh Furniture
By Sligh-Lowry Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern high boy dresser by Sligh Furniture, features six drawers with unique chrome handles, and sculpted chrome capped feet. This well made case piece ensures plenty of room...
Walnut
Vintage American Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique American walnut dresser features stunning vintage craftsmanship.
Walnut
$1,656Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Dresser
Located in Pasadena, TX
This unique American walnut dresser features stunning vintage craftsmanship, evident in it's simple yet elegant details.
Walnut
American of Martinsville, Dresser, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By American of Martinsville
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut dresser produced by American of Martinsville, USA, 1950s.
Walnut
American of Martinsville "Harlequin" Sculpted Walnut Highboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Trenton, NJ
An authentic mid-century modern masterpiece, this tall gentleman's chest dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, circa 1960.
Walnut
Mid-Century Early American of Martinsville Long Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This American of Martinsville dresser has six hefty drawers, giving you an incredible amount of storage space.
Wood, Walnut
Newly Refinished - American of Martinsville 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
😁 This expertly refinished walnut dresser by American of Martinsville showcases the brand’s hallmark craftsmanship with its sculpted drawer fronts, tapered legs, and soft rounded e...
Walnut
American of Martinsville "Harlequin" Sculpted Walnut Triple Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Trenton, NJ
An authentic mid-20th-century modernist statement, this rare walnut triple dresser was designed by chief designer Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, circa 1960.
Wood
American Walnut Concave Front Gentleman's Chest Dresser Double Door Compartment
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern American walnut high chest dresser with double doors compartment.
Walnut
1960s American of Martinsville 9 Drawer Walnut Dresser with Matching Mirror
By American of Martinsville
Located in Monrovia, CA
American of Martinsville walnut dresser with matching walnut framed mirror 9 drawer dresser Mid Century 1960s Mid Century Modern AMERICAN OF MARTINSVILLE Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser S...
Mirror, Walnut
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Handsome American of Martinsville Tall Walnut Rosewood Dresser Chest of Drawers
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Mid-Century Modern tall walnut and rosewood American of Martinsville chest of drawers dresser.
Walnut
American of Martinsville Tall Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century armoire style dresser by American of Martinsville. Walnut wood grain throughout with accenting black hardware.
Walnut
American of Martinsville Long Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long mid-century dresser with criss cross pattern. Made by American of Martinsville with warm walnut grain, nine drawers and tapered legs.
Walnut
Long Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American made walnut dresser with louvered front design.
Brass
American of Martinsville 9 Drawer Walnut Dresser Merton Gershun X-Design
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An American of Martinsville walnut nine drawer dresser.
Wood, Walnut
Diamond Handle Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern chest of drawers by American of Martinsville with slim diamond shaped handles on five wide drawers. Warm walnut grain throughout, with pointed legs. Please confirm...
Walnut
American Mid-Century Modern Light Walnut 5 Drawers High Chest Dresser Mint!
By Sligh Furniture, American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Mid-Century Modern light walnut 5 drawers high chest dresser MINT!.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Dresser American of Martinsville Accord Walnut & Cane w/ X’s
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Accord Walnut & Cane Dresser w/ X’s & Asymmetric Handles, three drawers & cane doors designed by Merton Gershon.
Metal
American of Martinsville MidCentury 9 Drawer Dresser Credenza
By American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautifully detailed walnut American of Martinsville 9 Drawer dresser in great condition.
Walnut
American of Martinsville 'Dania' Walnut High-Boy Dresser by Merton Gershun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic mid-century modern “Dania” highboy dresser by renowned designer Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville.
Wood
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville "Dania" High-Boy Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic “Dania” highboy dresser designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville.
Wood
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
😁 This mid-century modern highboy dresser by American of Martinsville features a beautifully refinished walnut exterior with clean architectural lines, warm wood movement, and a ta...
Steel
Vintage 1960 Mid-Century American of Martinsville Dresser with Mirror
By American of Martinsville
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Elegant mid-century modern dresser by American of Martinsville, featuring rich walnut construction and striking geometric detailing.
Walnut
$1,820Sale Price|30% Off
American of Martinsville Mid Century Modern Tallboy Dresser Gentleman's Chest
By American of Martinsville
Located in Dayton, OH
1960s American of Martinsville MCM Chest of Drawers. Features a walnut frame with bifold doors that open to three dovetailed drawers over two larger lower drawers.
Brass
$1,880Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century American of Martinsville Highboy Dresser
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exceedingly well-crafted American of Martinsville highboy dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, features the mid-century style and construction qu...
Faux Leather, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Tall Dresser Gentlemen’s Chest by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, American of Martinsville
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Specifications: Dimensions: 46ʺW × 19.5ʺD × 51ʺH Style: Mid-Century Modern Brand: American of Martinsville Designer: American of Martinsville Period: 1960s Country of Origin: United...
Walnut
$5,040Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century American of Martinsville Nine Drawer Dresser with Butterfly Joints
By American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautifully detailed & proportioned American of Martinsville dresser one of the most esteemed furniture producers of the Mid-century era. Featuring a rectangular top accented with bu...
Walnut
Gio Ponti, Dresser, Walnut, Singer & Sons, America, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, M. Singer & Sons
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut dresser designed by Gio Ponti and produced by M.
Walnut
Merton Gershun Designed Dresser for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Merton Gershun designed dresser for his 'Dania' line with American of Martinsville.
Brass
American of Martinsville HighBoy Dresser Chest Mid-Century Modern
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exceedingly well crafted American of Martinsville louvered slat front drawer highboy dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for his Dania collection, features seven drawers offe...
Brass
Mid century American of Martinsville Dania Tall Dresser
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exceedingly well-crafted American of Martinsville louvered slat front drawer highboy tall dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for his Dania collection.
Brass
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser with Brass Accents, C. 1950s
By American of Martinsville
Located in Westport, CT
A meticulously restored mid-century modern walnut dresser by American of Martinsville. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this piece features lustrous brass accents that bea...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Lowboy Dresser with Chrome Accents by American of Martinsvill
By American of Martinsville
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern lowboy dresser by American of Martinsville features hardwood construction, six dovetailed drawers, stunning walnut veneer on drawer and cabinet faces, black p...
Chrome
American Postmodern Style Dresser in Walnut Finish
Located in San Diego, CA
The soft lines on this dresser are reflected in its gently rounded silhouette, offering a sleek design with a refined, sculptural profile. This dresser brings poise and polish to bed...
Wood
Kent Coffey, American Modern, Walnut, Brass, Dresser, USA, 1960s
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Stamford, CT
Kent Coffey, American Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Brass, Dresser, USA, 1960s A walnut and brass dresser designed and produced by Kent Coffey in the United States c. 1960s.
Brass
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Lovely Sculptural Walnut Tall Dresser American Mid Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely American modern walnut tall dresser. Very interesting details with large sculptural pulls and nicely carved legs.
Walnut
Cane Double Door Compartment 5 Drawer High Gentleman Chest Dresser Walnut MINT!
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Cane Double Door Compartment 5 Drawer High Gentleman Chest Dresser Walnut MINT!
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut "Diamond" Triple Lowboy Dress
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This striking mid-century modern dresser, designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, is a masterful example of 1960s sculptural design.
Wood, Walnut
Light Walnut Reeded 9 Drawers Mid Century Modern 65" Long Dresser Credenza MINT!
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Light Walnut Reeded 9 Drawers Mid Century Modern 65" Long Dresser Credenza MINT!
Walnut, Lacquer
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, American Modern, Walnut, Dresser, USA 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Double Dresser, Walnut, USA, 1960s A fully refinished double dresser designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in the U...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Dresser Lowboy American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a mid-century modern six-drawer dresser, made of walnut, featuring simple lines and vintage metal hardware in patinated brass (verdigris patina).
Brass
American Mid-Century Modern, Dresser, Rosewood, Walnut, United States, 1950s
By Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
American Mid-Century Modern, Credenza or Sideboard, Rosewood, Walnut, 1950s This modern cabinet features a walnut frame that provides a warm, sophisticated aesthetic. It is designed...
Rosewood, Walnut
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
American Martinsville High Boy Walnut Dresser Chest Mid-century Modern
By Merton Gershun
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome six drawer shingle front dresser designed by Merton Gershun. This particular line is exceedingly well crafted and heavy, a hidden treasure in American Mid-Century Modern in ...
Brass
Mid Century American Martinsville Dania Dresser by Merton Gershun circa 1950/60s
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in New York, NY
Iconic mid century dresser, designed by Merton Gershun, for American of Martinsville, as part of the classic Dania series, circa 1950/60's.
Brass
Pair Mid century American Studio Craft Walnut Dressers by Richard Artschwager
By Richard Artschwager
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of American studio craft Mid Century Modern black walnut dressers with 5 drawers all solid carved walnut pull handles.
Oak, Walnut
Merton Gershun Dillingham Esprit Walnut Six Drawer Lowboy Dresser Mild Century
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Forest Grove, PA
This stunning Dillingham Esprit dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville.
Laminate, Walnut
$3,570Sale Price|40% Off
Mid century American Modern Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful American Modern Mid-Century Modern long black walnut 8-drawer dresser credenza with all solid Brass curved pull handles.
Brass
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century X Inlay 9 Drawer Dresser
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century X Inlay Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser This highboy measures: 36 wide x 17 deep x 44.5 inches high We take our photos in a controll...
Cane, Walnut
$1,995Sale Price / item|27% Off
Merton Gershun Mid Century American of Martinsville Dainia Walnut Tall dresser
By Merton Gershun
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This professionally restored tall dresser, from American of Martinsville's "Dania" line, was designed by Merton Gershun.
Brass
Light Medium Walnut Gentleman's High Chest Dresser Cabinet Mid-Century Modern
By Paul McCobb, American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Light medium walnut gentleman's high chest dresser cabinet Mid-Century Modern Mint.
Walnut
Merton Gershun Designed Walnut Louvered Dresser by Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun, Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This lowboy dresser from Carlton House is similar in design and construction to Merton Gershun's "Dania" collection for American of Martinsville. The piece features nine drawers, six...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Early 20th Century American Walnut Lowboy Dresser Chest of Drawers 45"
Located in Dayton, OH
Features a rectangular frame made from American Walnut. Two over two dovetailed drawer setup with brass pulls.
Brass
Drexel Light American Walnut Inlayed Top Console Entry Stand Side Table Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Drexel Light American Walnut Inlayed Top Console Entry Stand Side Table Dresser MINT.
Walnut
American Walnut 6 Drawers Two Doors Compartment 67" Long Dresser Credenza MINT
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Walnut 6 Drawers Two Doors Compartment 67" Long Dresser Credenza MINT
Pewter
Mid-Century American Long Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long six drawer dresser in walnut grain. Three wide left side drawers and three drawers behind sculpted front doors. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Walnut
American Walnut 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza on Bracket Feet Tomasville MINT!
By Tomlinson, Baker Furniture Company, Thomasville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Walnut 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza on Bracket Feet Tomasville MINT!
Walnut
American Dresser w/ Inlay Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern dresser in walnut with seven wide drawers. Unique design with sculpted handles and brass inlay legs. Please confirm location.
Walnut
American Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sculptural 7 Drawers High Chest Dresser Mint!
By United Furniture Corporation, Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Mid-Century Modern walnut sculptural 7 drawers high chest dresser mint!
Walnut
Unavailable
H 26 in W 20 in D 72 in
Floating Dresser in Solid American Walnut Brushed Brass by Mark Jupiter
By Mark Jupiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It may be too beautiful to hide in a bedroom, this American walnut dresser will bring a smile to your face every morning, even if the laundry isn't folded.
Brass
1950 American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Hudson, NY
Restored, three-drawer dresser with fabulous grain pattern. Great looking smaller sized dresser. Dividers in top drawer.
Walnut
American Modern Walnut and Bronze Dresser, John Widdecomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hollywood, FL
The piece in walnut, consisting of 6 drawers, with a raised reeded and fluted section, the hardware, Patinated bronze star crosses. John Widdiconbe Furniture, Grand Rapids Furniture.
Bronze
Unavailable
H 91.5 in W 49 in D 20 in
Antique Victorian Walnut Dresser, Marble Top, East Lake, American 1880, H199
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian walnut dresser, marble top, East Lake, American 1880, H199 American 1880 Solid walnut + burr walnut veneer Original finish Carved pediment on top Framed mirror fla...
Walnut
Unavailable
H 36 in W 72 in D 24 in
Mosaic Dresser in Selenite, Bronze and American Walnut By Newell Design Studio
By Jeff Newell, Newell Design Studio
Located in Orange, CA
The Mosaic dresser in selenite, bronze and American walnut demonstrates an elegant use of the most beautiful materials found in nature that furniture designers have to work with.
Stone, Cast Stone, Bronze, Other
Unavailable
H 31.75 in W 53.5 in D 17.75 in
Set of Walnut Dressers by Artist and Furniture Maker Richard Artschwager
By Richard Artschwager
Located in Hudson, NY
These beautifully crafted and rare pieces of walnut furniture were made by the famed artist Richard Artschwager who in his early career handcrafted furniture. Two dressers that go to...
Walnut
Unavailable
H 36 in W 120 in D 21 in
Split Walnut Dresser with Brown Patinated Steel by Chapter & Verse
By Chapter & Verse
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our split walnut dresser features American black walnut drawer faces and a steel cladding surround that's textured with a mottled acid-etched pattern and finished with Japanese brown...
Steel
Highboy Walnut Queen Ann Carved Shell Philadelphia, circa 1740
Located in Allentown, PA
Highboy walnut Queen Ann carved shell Philadelphia, circa 1740. Flat top with fine moldings on a case having cabriole legs ending in web feet. Shaped skirt centred with carved shell...
Walnut
Handsome Mid Century Modern Walnut 3-Drawer Chest
Located in Wilmington, DE
This handsome mid-century modern walnut 3-drawer chest blends style and functionality, making it a must-have for vintage furniture enthusiasts. Expertly crafted from high-quality wal...
Wood
Unavailable
H 36 in W 72 in D 24 in
Mosaic Dresser in Selenite, Bronze and American Walnut by Newell Design
By Newell Design Studio
Located in Orange, CA
The Mosaic dresser in selenite, bronze and American walnut demonstrates an elegant use of the most beautiful materials found in nature that furniture designers have to work with.
Bronze
American Walnut Dresser with Eight Drawers
Located in Oakland, CA
Midcentury walnut eight-drawer dresser crafted of walnut with carved drawer pulls on a plinth base.
Walnut
American walnut dresser by Glenn of California
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Walnut six drawer dresser by Glenn of California. Beautifully figured walnut grain. Matching night-stands available.
Walnut
Mid-Century American Walnut Dresser by Lane Furniture
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This classic mid-century dresser by Lane Furniture features the quality manufacturing the company is so well known for. Wonderful carved drawer pulls, tapered legs, and dovetailed dr...
Walnut
Sold
H 36 in W 18 in D 40.25 in
Antique Early American Walnut Dresser Chest Glove Box Drawers Victorian
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th century American walnut three-drawer chest with glove box drawers. Hand dovetailed with scrolled accents along lower apron.
Walnut
Sold
H 31 in W 58 in D 18 in
Elegant Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Dresser Credenza Brasilia by Broyhill
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous dresser credenza, Brasilia line by Broyhill in walnut finish with black lacquer accents and base, brass polished sculptural handles, totally refinished in great condition.
Brass
Walnut Mid-Century American Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American walnut dresser with three center drawers flanked by doors each containing three pullout trays.
Walnut
Nine Drawer Vintage Modern Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American walnut dresser with golden oak trim. Nine drawers with beveled trim, tapered legs.
Mid-Century Modern Nine-Drawer Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American walnut dresser from the mid-1960s. Features nine drawers, brass knobs, tapered legs.
Unique Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Style Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful American walnut dresser features the stylized pulls Kent Coffey was so well known for, as well as an exquisite selection of veneer.
Mid-Century American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century American of Martinsville walnut dresser. Featuring six drawers for storage, cane front doors, and a beautiful inlaid walnut top.
Walnut
Walnut Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
Brass
Walnut Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
Brass
Vintage Walnut Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage two-tone dresser by American of Martinsville.
Brass
Sold
H 31 in W 70 in D 19.75 in
American Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful sleek minimalist modern American walnut 9 drawer dresser , by American of Martinsville, freshly refinished nice clean condition tapered legs .
Walnut
American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser Chest
By American of Martinsville
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark walnut six-drawer dresser chest with louvered front sitting on conical legs with wood and brass detailed stretchers manufactured by the American of Martinsville furniture comp...
Midcentury Walnut Dresser / Chest by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well grained American walnut dresser / chest with two doors inside having six pullout drawers for storage.
Walnut
American of Martinsville Walnut Mid Century Dresser Chest
By American of Martinsville
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A stunning American of Martinsville walnut dresser. Two bifold doors that conceal three drawers over two drawers.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser. Featuring six large drawers, center doors that open up to three hidden drawers, original hardware, a...
Brass
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.