$8,000 / set
Pair of Mid Century Modern Dressers
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of mid-century modern dressers refinished with Alexander Girard colors of inspiration.
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Chest or Sideboard, Walnut
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern dresser, chest or sideboard, walnut A Mid-Century Modern dresser having three center drawers flanked by two doors concealing hidden drawers.
Wood
1960s Set of Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of Mid-Century Modern dressers. One in teak and one in oak.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Accented by chrome handles and offering nine spacious drawers for storage this long low Mid-Century Modern dresser makes a substantial addition to any interior.
Leather, Walnut
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser Dovetailed Drawers Arthur Umanoff
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser Dovetailed Drawers Arthur Umanoff 42W 18D 53H
Walnut
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser with Burl-wood Accents
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser with Burl-wood Accents Dimensions. 60 W ; 18 D ; 31 1/2 H
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Sideboard, Brass, American Designer
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Sideboard, Brass, American Designer Walnut Mid Cent Dresser or Chest having four drawers above four doors leading to large open interiors. the whole havi...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Scandinavian Design, Six Drawers, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
This sleek Scandinavian-inspired mid-century modern dresser will elevate your space.
Brass
Diamond Shape Front Drawers High Chest Walnut Mid Century Modern Dresser MINT!
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Diamond Shape Front Drawers High Chest Walnut Mid Century Modern Dresser MINT!
Walnut
American of Martinsville Light Grey 5 Drawers Mid Century Modern Dresser MINT!
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American of Martinsville Light Grey 5 Drawers Mid Century Modern Dresser MINT!
Oak
Lacquered Blond Birch 6 Drawer Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dresser Credenza Mint
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lacquered blond birch 6 drawer Swedish Mid-Century Modern dresser credenza mint.
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Sideboard, Milo Baughman Style, Chrome, Walnut
By Milo Baughman
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Sideboard by Milo Baughman, Chrome, Walnut This fine rosewood style veneer fronts having chrome pulls with chrome framed borders.
Chrome
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser By Raymond Loewy For Hill Rom Walnut Casters
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser By Raymond Loewy For Hill Rom , Walnut With Casters Dimensions. 39 1/2 W ; 17 1/2 D ; 36 H Mirror. 62 H
Wood
$1,759Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Mid-Century Modern Dresser W/ Metal Drawers
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Mid-Century Modern dresser for sale. Made of solid ash and solid brass, and has been professionally refinished in walnut.
Brass
$2,000 / set
Mid-Century Modern Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern walnut dresser with sculpted wood handles.
Wood, Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Dresser w, Brass Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
:) Materials: Walnut-Stained Majogany, Brass Pulls & Hardware This expertly refinished Mid-Century Modern dresser from the 1960s features a striking blend of walnut-stained mahogan...
Brass
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Walnut and Oak, Nine Drawers, USA, 1960
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Modern dresser made of walnut and oak wood.
Oak, Walnut
Pair Of 1950's Mid-Century Modern Dressers by Permacraft
By John Van Koert, American of Martinsville, Drexel, Permacraft
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of vintage 1950's Mid century Modern dressers for sale. They are really solid and well built, and were manufactured here in the US by Permacraft They are made of cherry wood, an...
Cherry
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dresser
Located in Red Lion, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern nine-drawer low dresser The piece features a distinctive "louvered" or integrated horizontal pull design where the front of each drawer doubles as the hand...
Wood
Mid Century Modern Dresser, West Michigan Furniture Co. Ebony, Walnut, Metz
By West Michigan Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid Century Modern Dresser, West Michigan Furniture Co.
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser with Brass Finished Capped Wooden Legs
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage mid-century modern dresser was crafted by American of Martinsville, a furniture maker celebrated for its high-quality design during the mid-20th century.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Dresser or Chest of Drawers with Incredible Drawer Handles
Located in Highwood, IL
Mid-Century Modern Dresser or Chest of Drawers made by Kroehler Manufacturing Company of Naperville, Illinois probably during the 1960's.
Brass
Mid Century Modern Dresser in Teak by Swiss Teak, Switzerland 1963
By Swiss Teak
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare Mid Century Modern Dresser in teak, manufactured by Swiss Teak in 1963.
Teak
Edmond Spence 9 Drawers Blond Birch Swedish Mid Century Modern Dresser Credenza
By Edmond J. Spence, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Edmond Spence 9 Drawers Blond Birch Swedish Mid Century Modern Dresser Credenza MINT!
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Dresser with Two Mirrors
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant and functional, this dresser is a great way to add Mid-Century Modern style to a room.
Chrome
Long Walnut 9 Drawers Two Doors Mid-Century Modern Dresser Credenza Burl Accents
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Long walnut 9 drawers two doors Mid-Century Modern dresser credenza Burl Accents MINT!.
Walnut, Burl
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser by United.
Located in Seattle, WA
This Sleek 9 Drawer Dresser by United has Dovetail Drawers and Tapered Legs. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 60 W ; 18 D ; 30 1/2 H
Wood
Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern Dresser by Hickory Manufacturing Company.
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern Dresser by Hickory Manufacturing Company.
Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Dresser with Brass & Wooden Legs
Located in Seattle, WA
Clean lined 3 drawer dresser form American of Martinsville. Elliptical inset drawer openings and four brass-clad mahogany deeply recessed legs with high set mahogany stretchers. Dim...
Wood
Pair Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Nightstands, Lacquer, Paul Frankl, John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Nightstands, Lacquer, Paul Frankl, John Stuart Gorgeous pair of 20th Century bachelor chests newly refinished in a luxurious high gloss white lacquer.
Chrome
Gilbert Rohde, Mid-Century Modern, Dressers, Leather, Stained Wood, 1940s
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, Leather, Stained Wood, Dressers, Nightstands, 1940s Pair of Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller "Model 4140" chests of drawers having g...
Leather, Wood
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
Fully Refinished Mid-Century Modern Dresser By Birchcraft Baumitter. C 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Fully Refinished Mid-Century Modern Six-Drawer Dresser By Birchcraft Baumritter.
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Dresser American of Martinsville Accord Walnut & Cane w/ X’s
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
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
Mid-Century Modern Dresser Mirrored Sideboard , Style Osvaldo Borsani, in Burl
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Italian dresser sideboard , style designer Osvaldo Borsani, in burl walnut with mirror, glass top and ebonized legs with brass pins.
Brass
Milo Baughman, Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Rosewood, Chrome, John Stuart, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Rosewood Dresser for John Stuart, Chrome Accent Fully refinished American mid-century dresser designed by Milo Baughman for John Stuart circa 1960s...
Chrome
$4,000 / set
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern chest of drawers with accenting wood sides and top. Chrome handles with black trims. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Mahogany
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Paul Frankl, USA, 1970, Six Drawers
By Paul Frankl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage refinished Paul Frankl 6 drawer dresser. Has been refinished and well kept. Great design and style with beautiful base and legs. Brass handles are well kept. Drawers slide ou...
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser by Bassett Aztec Collection by Leo Jiranek
Located in Seattle, WA
The Bassett Aztec dresser, designed by Leo Jiranek and produced from April 1963 to March 1967, is a standout piece from the Mid-Century Modern era with several unique features The d...
Wood
VTG Mid Century Modern Dresser by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Designed by the acclaimed Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, this dresser perfectly balances architectural precision with the warm, organic appeal of mid-century woodcraft.
Wood
Compatible Pair Mid-Century Modern Dressers, Chests by Paul Frankl, John Stuart
By John Stuart, Paul Frankl
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern Double dressers by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, Lacquer Highly compatible Set of two spectacular dressers designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, recently f...
Brass, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Dresser By Arne Wahl Iverson For Vinde Mobilfabrik, Denmark.
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Dresser By Arne Wahl Iverson For Vinde Mobilfabrik, Denmark.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Dresser with Sculpted Drawer-Length Pulls by Edmond J. Spence
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A mid-century modern beauty with a distinctive profile by American designer Edmond J.
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern sideboard by Paul McCobb with a sleek marble top. This stunning case piece offers plenty of room for storage within its many drawers hidden by unique foldi...
Maple
Mid Century Modern Dresser: Rway 9-Drawer Credenza
By RWAY
Located in Wilton, CT
A true rare find you won’t come across again, this stunning 9-drawer Mid-Century dresser by Rway. Established in 1949, Rway is celebrated for exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromi...
Wood, Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Renzo Rutili
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Stunning timeless design by American of Martinsville after Renzo Rutili. Long 11 drawer dresser with ample storage. Hardwood case accented with brass trim and hardware with leather i...
Brass
$1,800
Mid-Century Long Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern dresser with nine drawers, curved front, and burl veneer.
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Dresser Double Oak Refinished Restored MINT
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American modernist dresser.
Oak
Gibbings Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Dresser Credenza Light Walnut
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice super clean original condition Gibbings dresser for Widdicomb.
Pewter
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Chrome Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking mid-century modern dresser featuring rich rosewood grain complemented by sleek chrome accents.
Chrome
Mid-Century 6 Drawer Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Low mid-century modern dresser with six drawers and sculpted ribbon base.
Walnut
Mid-Century Dresser by National Furniture Co
By National Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long Mid-Century Modern dresser with nine drawers. Metal drawer pulls and walnut wood grain.
Walnut
Kent Coffey "Auburn" Mid-Century Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long mid-century modern dresser with nine drawers by Kent-Coffey.
Brass
Dale Ford For John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers Dresser Walnut Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Dresser or Chest of drawers designed by Dale Ford for John Widdicomb.
Walnut
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser
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" Collection USA, 1961 Sculpted walnut, with original hardware.
Walnut
Kent Coffey “Impact” Mid Century Nine Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Mid-Century Modern dresser by Kent Coffey, of Lenoir, North Carolina, USA, from their "Impact" line.
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Nine-Drawer Marble-Top Dresser, C. 1955.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Striking Mid-Century Modern dresser, circa 1955, featuring a highly figured rosewood veneer and a smooth marble top.
Marble
Unavailable
H 28 in W 63.5 in D 20 in
Orange Mid-Century Modern Dressers Attributed to John Widdicomb for John Stuart
By John Widdicomb, John Stuart
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair or single orange (please see the thumbnail image) Mid-Century Modern dresser or server for John Stuart, priced individually.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
Kent Coffey Insignia Mid Century Modern Dresser with Marble Inlay
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Ridgewood, NY
A vintage Mid Century Modern dresser, by Kent Coffey for the "Insignia" line.
Marble
Unavailable
H 31.25 in W 34 in D 20 in
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Lacquered Mid-Century Modern Dresser
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Morgan, UT
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Lacquered Mid-Century Modern three drawer dresser Widdicomb Furniture, USA, 1940s 34 Wide x 20 Deep 31.25 High Mid-Century Modern black...
Wood
Unavailable
H 29 in W 36 in D 17 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dresser in Elm and Burled Elm, circa 1950
Located in Richmond, VA
Swedish Mid-Century Modern three-drawer dresser. Rendered in elm with burled elm accenting.
Elm
Robsjohn - Gibbings White Lacquere Mid Century Modern Dresser
Located in Boca Raton, FL
White lacquer Commode with nice chrome accents and 4 canned doors, 4 shelves inside, elevated on legs.
Metal
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 28 in D 17.5 in
G-Plan Fresco Pair of Teak Mid Century Modern Dressers by G-Plan, c. 1960's
By G-Plan
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Pair of Vintage Mid century Modern Teak Dressers from G-Plan's iconic Fresco line, c. 1960's.
Teak
Unavailable
H 30 in W 52 in D 18.25 in
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Furniture Mid Century Modern Dresser
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in Morgan, UT
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Furniture Mid Century Modern Six Drawer Dresser Conant Ball Furniture, USA, 1950s 52 Wide x 18.25 Deep x 30 High Mid century modern solid birch six ...
Birch
Unavailable
H 32 in W 56.63 in D 19.25 in
Franklin Shockey Mid-Century Modern Eight-Drawer Pine Dresser
By Franklin Shockey Company
Located in Morgan, UT
Franklin Shockey Mid-Century Modern Eight-Drawer Pine Dresser Franklin Shockey Co., USA, 1950s Measures: 56.63" Wide x 19.25" Deep x 32" Tall Vintage pine Mid-Century Modern...
Pine
Mid Century Teak Dresser With 6 Drawers by Niels J Torso
Located in Hudson, NY
Add a touch of timeless style to your space with this stunning vintage mid-century modern dresser. Featuring 6 spacious drawers with iconic sculpted pulls, sleek tapered legs, and a ...
Teak
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 33.86 in D 14.57 in
Midcentury Beechwood Dresser by Bohumil Landsman, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
By Bohumil Landsman, Jitona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid-Century Modern dresser by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona.
Wood, Beech
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 60.63 in D 16.15 in
Midcentury ash wood dresser by F.Jirák for Tatra, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By Tatra Pravenec, Frantisek Jirak
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century modern dresser by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok.
Wood, Ash
Unavailable
H 50.5 in W 36.25 in D 1.5 in
KENT COFFEY Marquee Modern Mid 20th Century Dresser / Wall Mirror
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Mid-Century Modern dresser or wall mirror by Kent Coffey, of Lenoir, North Carolina, USA, from their Marquee Modern line.
Mirror, Walnut
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Crawford Dresser
By Crawford Furniture
Located in Hudson, NY
Five-drawer dresser in solid maple. Wide sculpted pulls. In very good condition.
Maple
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Dresser
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak dresser, circa 1960s. Stunning book-matched veneer, sleek handles and tapered legs. Clean and simple, great as-is condition! Unrestored item with option to purchase in restored...
Teak
Broyhill Sculptra Walnut Low Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By Broyhill
Located in Frederick, MD
This lovely walnut Mid-Century Modern nine-drawer dresser is from the Sculptra line by Broyhill.
Walnut
Gorgeous Mid-Century Dresser
Located in Valley Village, CA
This Mid-Century dresser is completely painted and finished in brushing distress with gold leaf underlay. Four-drawer and four doors with stunning faux gold knobs.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Three-Drawer Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful timeless and simple Mid-Century Modern design by John Stuart. Three-drawer cherrywood dresser.
Cherry
Mid-Century Paul Frankl Dressers
By Paul Frankl
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of black lacquered dressers by Paul Frankl.
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Highboy Dresser
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish dresser, circa 1960s. Integrated, horizontal drawer pulls, solid wood edging, stunning bookmatched veneer case, and drawer fronts. Unrestored item with the option to p...
Teak
Mid-Century Dresser
Located in Baltimore, MD
American Modern six drawer walnut dress with black metal curl pulls and legs. Three longer left side drawers, three shorter on the right, with nice bordered top. Fine restored con...
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Highboy Dresser
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish dresser, circa 1960s. Solid wood edging and stunning book-matched veneer. Darling drawer pulls and quality dovetail construction. Sleek tapered legs. Unrestored item wit...
Teak
Dresser, Mid Century White Six-Drawer Dresser
Located in Glendale, CA
Mid Century Hollywood glam white six-drawer dresser with brass hardware. In original vintage condition.
Mid Century Swedish Modern William Hinn Highboy Dresser
Located in San Marcos, CA
This is a stunning 2 piece Highboy chest of drawers with matching cabinet designed by William Hinn of Sweden circa 1960’s. The dresser consists of a bottom chest of four drawers and ...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Solid Mahogany Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in New Hyde Park, NY
Mid-Century Modern solid mahogany highboy dresser by John Stuart with seven drawers and horizontal brass pulls.
Minimal Mid Century Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W54 D18 H31.5 Mid Century Dresser in Walnut. Item has been refinished and shows well with no major areas of wear. Item features inlaid grooves and sits on tapered legs.
Walnut
Broyhill Sculptra Magna Chest Tall Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By Broyhill
Located in Frederick, MD
For your consideration we have this mid-century modern tall chest from the Broyhill Sculptra line of furniture.
Walnut
Mid Century MODERN Walnut DRESSER / Highboy, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser / Highboy, c. 1960's.
Wood
Mid-Century Dresser Cabinet
Located in Fair Oaks, CA
Beautiful carpeted dresser cabinet. It has three drawers and a cabinet with three sliding drawers. It is on four curved legs. No makers mark.
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.