Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Dresser by Albert Parvin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful diamond front dresser features three wide center drawers contained behind sculpted
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Dresser by Albert Parvin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful diamond front dresser features three wide center drawers contained behind sculpted
Wood
Diamond Front Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long nine drawer dresser by United Furniture with their iconic diamond front. Warm walnut grain
Walnut
American Mid-Century 6-Drawer Diamond Front Dresser
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century 6-drawer walnut dresser / sideboard with inset diamond shaped relief drawer
Mid-Century Walnut Dresser by Ramseur w/ Diamond Pattern Front
By Ramseur Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long credenza style dresser by the Ramseur Furniture Company USA. Made of walnut grain throughout
Walnut
$4,800
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
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
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Mid-Century White Diamond Front 8-Drawer Gentleman's Chest Dresser By United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning mid-century modern 8-drawer gentleman’s chest having sculptural convex diamond front top
Brass
$3,800
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Walnut 8 Drawers High Chest Dresser Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern diamond front walnut 8 drawers high chest dresser cabinet.
Teak
$5,800
H 54 in W 42 in D 19 in
Diamond Shape Door Front Horse Shoe Shape Brass Drop Pulls High Boy Dresser MINT
By John Stuart, Drexel, Mastercraft, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Diamond Shape Door Front Horse Shoe Shape Brass Drop Pulls 6 Drawers Shelves Compartment High Boy
Brass
Mid-Century Diamond Front Highchest by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American made mid-century modern tall chest of drawers by United. Featuring their iconic diamond
Wood, Walnut
$3,250
H 49 in W 40 in D 19 in
Albert Parvin for American of Martinsville Mid-Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Embrace the elegance of mid-century modern design with the American of Martinsville Diamond Front
Wood
Large Diamond Front Mirrored Dresser
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom large diamond front mirrored dresser with 9 drawers and two doors. Customization is
Mirror, Wood, Glass
Mid Century Dresser Credenza Diamond Front
Located in Baltimore, MD
Extraordinary Mid-Century Modern “Diamond front” credenza dresser circa 1960's. This beauty
Brass
United Furniture Diamond Front Walnut Dresser & Table
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
United Furniture Diamond Front Walnut Bedroom Set. This set features a low dresser and nightstand
Walnut
$1,279Sale Price|48% Off
H 53 in W 42 in D 19 in
American of Martinsville MCM Highboy / Dresser with Diamond Pattern Front
By American of Martinsville
Located in East Freetown, MA
Classic American of Martinsville diamond pattern front highboy. Dresser has three drawers in top
Wood
Diamond Front Walnut Mid-Century Modern Double High Chest Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern diamond front eight drawers high chest dresser cabinet.
Walnut
$6,800
H 31 in W 74 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut 9 Diamond Front Drawers Dresser Mint
By Harvey Probber, Detroit Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut 9 diamond front drawers dresser mint. Kagan decor match.
Walnut
Ebonized Diamond Front Dresser
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ebonized diamond front dresser.
Walnut
1960s Diamond Front Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Remarkable diamond front dresser. Can also be used as a credenza. Has a total of 9 drawers with a 3
Walnut
Diamond Front Dresser by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Dallas, TX
Diamond front dresser by United Furniture. Nine drawers with brass hardware, circa 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional and unique Mid-Century Modern diamond front dresser or credenza by United Furniture
Walnut
Diamond Front Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Superb Mid century dresser with a beautiful diamond shaped embossed front, 9 drawers and finished
Wood
Walnut Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional and unique Mid-Century Modern diamond front dresser or credenza by United Furniture
Walnut
Mid Century Diamond Front Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic Mid-Century dresser with gorgeous front diamond detailing, sculptural legs, finished in a
Walnut
Walnut Diamond Front Dresser, 1950s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning dresser executed in walnut, circa 1950-1959 by United Furniture. Bookmatched drawer
Walnut
Sold
H 31 in W 62 in D 19 in
United Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Dresser in the Style of Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan, United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional and unique Mid-Century Modern diamond front dresser or credenza by United Furniture
Unique Mid-Century Diamond Front Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern American dresser with a sculpted diamond style front, brass detailing, laminate top
Architectural Kagan Style Diamond Front Dresser
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
Architectural dresser in the style of Vladimir Kagan, newly refinished in a natural walnut tone
Wood
Mid-Century Highboy Diamond Front Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Trenton, NJ
with distinctive convex diamond fronts, offering not only ample storage but also serving as a testament
Walnut
Vintage Modern Diamond Front Dresser By Albert Parvin
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wild mid-century design with sculpted front and tear drop wood pulls, beautifully angled legs and
Sold
H 23.5 in W 51 in D 19.5 in
Brutalist Sculptural Diamond Front Dresser/Credenza/Console, Tortoise Oil Spot
Located in Buffalo, NY
Brutalist sculptural diamond front and sides, dresser, credenza, console table. Faux tortoise, oil
Metal
Sold
H 30.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Diamond Front Dresser by United, Refinished
By Vladimir Kagan, United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut diamond front long dresser or credenza In the
Walnut
Sold
H 30.75 in W 62 in L 30.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Walnut Sculpted Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut ebonized diamond front long dresser or credenza In
Walnut
Sold
H 29.88 in W 62 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Walnut Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza, Refinished
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut ebonized diamond front long dresser or credenza In
Walnut
Sculptural Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Sculptural faux tortoise-shell finished dresser or credenza. This piece has a leather top and base
Bronze
Sold
H 30.75 in W 74.13 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern black lacquered sculpted walnut diamond front long dresser or
Walnut, Lacquer
Sold
H 30.63 in W 62 in L 30.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Walnut Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut ebonized diamond front long dresser or credenza In
Walnut
Sold
H 30.75 in W 62 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut diamond front long dresser or credenza In the
Walnut
Sold
H 30.5 in W 62 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern black lacquered sculpted walnut diamond front long dresser or
Walnut, Lacquer
Architectural Diamond Front Dresser in the manner of Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
A modern dresser featuring an embossed diamond shaped front newly refinished in a dark walnut tone
Walnut
Sold
H 30.75 in W 62 in L 30.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Sculpted Walnut Diamond Front Dresser, Refinished
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut ebonized diamond front long dresser or credenza In
Walnut
Beautiful Vintage Modern Nine Drawer Dresser w/ Diamond Front
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning diamond front dresser has been fully re-finished with a gorgeous French polish hand rubbed
Walnut
Ebonized Diamond Front Triple-Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a unique ebonized diamond front dresser or credenza by United Furniture Co. The dresser
Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Style Diamond Front Walnut Long Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional and unique Mid-Century Modern diamond front dresser or credenza by United Furniture
Walnut
American Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser by United
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking and beautiful rare 9 drawer dresser by United Furniture multifaceted diamond front dresser
Walnut
Diamond Front 1960s Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Remarkable diamond front dresser. Can also be used as a credenza. Has a total of 9 drawers with a
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Albert Parvin Walnut Diamond Front Highboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool Albert Parvin walnut diamond front dresser. This cabinet has two push-to-open doors in a
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Albert Parvin Walnut Diamond Front Credenza Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool Albert Parvin walnut diamond front dresser or credenza. This cabinet has two push-to-open
Walnut
MCM Diamond Front Walnut Dresser
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Phenomenal design on this diamond front walnut long dresser or credenza by Albert Parvin. This
Walnut
Diamond front satin white lacquered dresser
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Diamond front satin white lacquered dresser. Nine drawers.
Mid-Century Diamond Front Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Trenton, NJ
Impressive diamond front design features vintage walnut finish with unique sculpted drawer fronts
Walnut, Wood
Mid Century Diamond-Front Lacquer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950’s Dimensions: 31″H x 74.5″L x 19″W Materials: Walnut, Lacquer Cond...
Lacquer, Walnut
Ebonized Diamond Front Highboy Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a very nice ebonized diamond front highboy dresser by United Furniture Co. The dresser has
Walnut
Sculptural Nine Drawer Dresser w/ Diamond Front
By Vladimir Kagan, United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique dresser with "diamond" style bow front drawers. Unusual brass handles not normally seen on
Mid-Century Diamond Front Walnut Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Trenton, NJ
Elevate your bedroom with this captivating Diamond Front Walnut Nine-Drawer Dresser from United
Walnut
Diamond Front Walnut Highboy Dresser by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern high boy dresser by United Furniture Company. A fine example of stout American
Walnut
Diamond Front Mid-Century Dresser By United Furniture Corporation
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
features a sculpted diamond front, beautiful white lacquer finish, Hollywood Regency style brass pulls and
Maple Dresser w/ Sculptural Diamond Front By Salvatore Bevelacqua
By Salvatore Bevelacqua
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern eight drawer dresser with sculpted front side cabinets. Nice brass detailing and
Mid-Century Diamond Front Nine Drawer Dresser by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation, Drexel, Founders Furniture Company, Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century dresser manufactured by United Furniture. This piece is a part of the Diamond Front
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Diamond Front Highboy Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a very nice pair of diamond front highboy dresser by United Furniture Co. Each dresser has
Walnut
Sold
H 30.75 in W 64.13 in L 30.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Walnut and Brass Triple Dresser
Located in Miami, FL
nine drawers with brass pulls and concave diamond front design. Gorgeous wood grain patterns throughout
Brass
Mid-Century Modern United Diamond Front Walnut Tall Chest Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage walnut tall chest/dresser by United Furniture. Features two top drawers and
Walnut
Sold
H 29.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
Midcentury Sculpted Walnut Diamond Front Long Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture. The dresser features gorgeous walnut wood grain and a stunning diamond Front Design. It offers
Walnut
Sold
H 43.75 in W 40.13 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Diamond Front Highboy Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut black lacquered diamond front six-drawer highboy
Walnut, Lacquer
Sold
H 49.63 in W 44.13 in L 49.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Diamond Front Highboy Dresser by United, Refinished
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut ebonized diamond front highboy dresser In the
Walnut
Sold
H 43.88 in W 40.13 in L 43.88 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Diamond Front Highboy Dresser by United, Refinished
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut ebonized diamond front highboy dresser In the
Walnut
Sold
H 43.75 in W 40 in D 17.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Diamond Front Highboy Dresser by United, 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut diamond front six-drawer highboy dresser In the
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern United Diamond Front Large Walnut Tall Chest Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is large tall chest dresser made by United. Features six smaller top drawers with sculpted
Walnut
Sold
H 49.75 in W 44 in D 20 in
United Furniture Diamond Front Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Denville, NJ
vintage furniture piece that will stand the test of time. Introducing a captivating Highboy Dresser, part
Walnut
Sold
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Diamond Front Walnut Tall Chest Dresser by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern diamond front tall chest on chest walnut dresser by United Furniture
Walnut
Sold
H 32 in W 55.5 in D 19 in
Albert Parvin for James Cameron Mid Century Diamond Front 6 Drawer Dresser
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Albert Parvin for James Cameron mid-century diamond front 6 drawer dresser The dresser measures
Wood
Sold
H 30.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
United Furniture Diamond Front Vintage Mid Century Modern Lowboy Dresser c. 1960
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Denville, NJ
vintage furniture piece that will stand the test of time. Introducing an alluring Lowboy Dresser, part of
Walnut
Diamond Front Ebonized Gentlemans Chest
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Diamond Front Ebonized Gentlemans Chest / Tall Dresser.
Wood
Sculptural Walnut Diamond Front Credenza
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Sculptural walnut diamond front credenza / dresser. Beautiful grain with a sculptural front. By
Brass
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...
Paper
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Kent Coffey "Forum" Series Bedroom Set
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Full mid-century modern bedroom set designed by Kent Coffey. Warm walnut grain with accents of brass trim. Tall dresser: 53"h, 44"w, 20.5"d Nightstands: 24"h, 23"w, 15.75"d Long dres...
Walnut
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
Pair of Brutalist Modern Walnut Nightstands
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This midcentury pair of sculpted front nightstands adds distinctive brutalist modern style and spacious bedside storage. Interior cabinet offers a shelf for additional organization o...
Walnut
Sold|$3,000
H 30.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
Expertly Restored United Furniture Walnut Diamond Triple Dresser 9 Drawers 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern united furniture company vintage circa 1950s nine-drawer triple dresser would work well in the bedroom as originally intended or in the living room re-purposed as ...
Aluminum
John Kapel Walnut Dresser by Glenn of California
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Highland, IN
A great design with several subtle details, this walnut dresser designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California featured eight drawers with sculpted pulls. 29.75"h X 72"w X 20"d
Walnut
"Marchand" Scalloped Oak Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
$3,200
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored United Furniture Diamond Tall Dresser in Cerused Walnut 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern United Furniture Company vintage circa 1950s tall dresser. A fine example of American retro furniture design. Solid construction with no particle board. Walnut woo...
Aluminum
$694 / item
H 20.48 in W 15.56 in D 1.78 in
Hand-Crafted Rattan Pencil Reed Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Oxford, GB
This beautifully crafted wall mounted mirror is made of pencil reed rattan, providing a unique and elegant texture. Its durable design adds a touch of sophistication to any room whil...
Glass, Rattan
Midcentury Vintage Sculpted Walnut Nightstands
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Endlessly interesting vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut night stands with fantastic sculpted details. Each door features a panel of carved bowties reminiscent of the Classic Broyhill...
Wood, Walnut
$1,350Sale Price|38% Off
H 30 in W 54 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Hand Painted Faux Marble Walnut Dresser
Located in Raymondville, TX
A vintage mid-century modern six drawer dresser by Ward Furniture. Featuring a hand painted faux marble wood top in white with cream, gold, gray and blue undertones and veins in shad...
Walnut, Paint
Kent Coffey "Auburn" Mid-Century Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long mid-century modern dresser with nine drawers by Kent-Coffey. Walnut wood grain with unique brass hardware. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Brass
Roslin Leather and Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Roslin Dresser by Crump and Kwash Features both solid wood and laminate construction / low VOC acrylic or hand oiled finish / sustainably sourced leather wrapped drawer fronts / pr...
Brass
Jack Cartwright Designed Rosewood Dresser for Founders
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional mid-century rosewood dresser from American designer master Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture. Nine ample drawers offer nearly limitless storage options, whether in t...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Eight-Drawer Dresser by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern dresser features eight large drawers with sculpted brass pulls on each. A unique design with brass trim running along the edges of the front and brass fe...
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.