Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drexel Desk
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful walnut Drexel desk with matte black metal handles. Great piece for any office or bedroom. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Walnut
$1,995Sale Price|30% Off
Unique Mid-Century Modern Maple 9 Drawer Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Mid-Century Modern maple 9 drawer desk by Drexel in a blonde maple finish.
Maple
Black Lacquer & Brass 'Consensus' Writing Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
This amazing writing desk from the 'Consensus' Collection by Drexel is a MUST HAVE!!
Brass
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom-made high-style bird's-eye maple George Washington double-end desk by Drexel. The desktop features a leather-topped writing surface embossed with gold leaf. There are three pu...
Brass, Gold Leaf
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Denton, TX
Strong bold design by John Van Koert for Drexel furniture. A combination of walnut and oak makes this desk a stunning vintage piece of art. The writing surface is 30.25" high.
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for Drexel's "Counterpoint" line in 1956.
Cherry, Mahogany
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel declaration mid century walnut corner desk This desk measures: 52.5 wide x 40.25 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 22.5 inches We take our ...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Crafted from premium walnut wood in the United States, the desk showcases the rich, warm tones and natural grain patterns that made this material a favorite of mid-century designers.
Brass
Drexel MCM Biscayne Desk in Walnut with White Laminate Top
By Drexel
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a stunning MCM desk by Drexel. It.comes from it's Biscayne line of furniture. It's made of a richly grained walnut. The top is white laminate giving this desk a week look of ...
Laminate, Walnut
Mid Century Executive Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Mid Century executive desk designed by John Van Koert for Drexel.
Leather, Walnut
Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Tan Leather Top Faux Bamboo 56" Wide Desk Drexel MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Tan Leather Top Faux Bamboo 56" Wide Desk Drexel MINT!
Leather, Hardwood
Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century desk, designed by John Van Koert for Drexel, circa 1960's.
Leather, Wood
Drexel Profile Desk by John Van Koert, Mid-Century Modern, 1955
By Drexel, John Van Koert, Edward Wormley
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Our team replaced the original Naugahyde surface with genuine black leather. The Drexel Profile walnut and pecan K70 Desk is both a tank and a show pony.
Fruitwood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut Writing Desk - Refinished!
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
A beautifully refinished Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration walnut writing desk, showcasing the clean lines and refined craftsmanship that made this collection a design classic.
Wood, Walnut
John Van Koert for Drexel Modern Leather Top Desk
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern American made desk by Drexel featuring a leather top writing surface.
Leather, Wood
Rosewood and Chrome Drexel Index Writing Desk Library Table, circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Stunning midcentury, Hollywood Regency, Post Modern design writing table, desk, made by Drexel as part of their Index series, possibly designed by Milo Baughman, circa 1960/1970s. T...
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Drexel Burl Walnut Writing Desk
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century Modern Drexel Burl Walnut Writing Desk.
Walnut, Burl
Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel, 1960s
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A boldly angled modernist single pedestal desk having a distinctive raised gallery with sliding doors and a warm dark grey leather surface.
Brass
1960s Drexel Genuine Walnut Mid-Century Secretary Chest With Drop-Front Desk.
Located in Seattle, WA
Beautifully crafted and richly grained, this 1960s Mid-Century Modern secretary chest by Drexel showcases the brand's signature American walnut construction and timeless design.
Walnut
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Walnut "Declaration" Single Drawer Corner Desk by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in San Diego, CA
The piece is in very good original vintage condition and features a solid, beautifully grained walnut wood case and frame housing a single drawer which is adorned with an original wh...
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Walnut Desk in Style of Drexel Declaration by Kipp Stewart.
Located in Seattle, WA
A Mid-Century Modern walnut desk designed in the style of Kipp Stewart's iconic Drexel Declaration collection.
Walnut
John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
Classic American Mid Century Modern writing desk / vanity designed by John Van Koert for Drexel as part of the sought after Profile series, circa later 1950's.
Metal
Vintage Yellow Campaign Desk And Matching Chair Ca' 1960's
By Drexel
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic and fun 1960's campaign desk and matching chair. The desk has three drawers, handles on sides and finished on the back. The rarely seen matching chair-designed to slide und...
Mahogany
John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Roll Top Desk, 1959
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern roll top writing desk By John Van Koert for Drexel USA, 1959 Sculpted cherry wood, with original brass hardware.
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Spindled Drexel Declaration Captain’s Chair.
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Toned wood, possibly vinyl seat cushioning. Beautiful design and wood grain. Rounded back chair.! Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 24 W ; 24 D ;...
Walnut
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk This secretary desk measures: 38 wide x 17.25 deep x 71.25 high Fair Vintage Condition - Heavy Wear on Writing...
Walnut
Large Deep Walnut 9 Drawers Partners Style Antique Desk Brass Pulls Table Mint
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Deep Walnut 9 Drawers Partners Style antique desk brass pulls table mint.
Brass
Desk, Mid Century Desk X Base by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Glendale, CA
Mid century desk with two roll tops on the sides and three front drawers. Sits on two wooden X bases. Brass Hardware.
American Modern Walnut Desk
By Drexel
Located in Hollywood, FL
The rectangular top with lip edge above a frieze with a pencil drawer with stylized edges and a large file drawer with similar details, on round tapering legs with a cross stretcher.
Walnut
Milo Baughman Desk
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Sleek Milo Baughman floating desk crafted in primavera wood with dramatic ribbon figuring. Left side larger file drawer with two right side smaller drawers, all with recessed long ro...
Copper
John Van Koert for Drexel Mid Century Desk
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Van Koert for Drexel mid century desk This desk measures: 44 wide x 20.75 deep x 29.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 24.25 inches ?
Brass
Mid Century Desk / Drexel Parallel
By Drexel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mid Century Walnut drop leaf desk with center pencil drawer,three smaller drawers and a file.
Walnut
Drexel Mid Century Modern Writing Table Desk
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice vintage writing table by Drexel
Fruitwood
Drexel Mid Century Walnut and Formica 4 Drawer Desk
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel mid century walnut and Formica 4 drawer desk Desk measures: 54 wide x 20 deep x 30 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage conditi...
Formica, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Tambour-Door Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 36.5in H x 56in W x 25in D Desk Height: 29.25in.
Wood, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Midcentury Desk
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel heritage midcentury desk This desk is 48 wide x 24 deep x 29.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition. This means the p...
Wood
Drexel Heritage "Tai Ming" Burl and Mahogany Desk Mid Century
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Add timeless elegance to your workspace with this Mid-Century Drexel Heritage "Tai Ming" Desk. Crafted with a rich mahogany frame, the desk is accented by stunning burl wood drawer f...
Burl
Midcentury Walnut Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well-constructed walnut desk with caned privacy panel, one file drawer, three drawers to the other side having bronzed styled pull and torched center detail to each one. The walnut...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Walnut Writing Desk
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Drexel declaration Kipp Stewart walnut writing desk.
Glass, Walnut
Drexel "Exponet" Tambour Top Desk
By Drexel
Located in Denton, TX
Beautiful modernist desk with two separate tambour sections and center work space and ebonized interior drawer fronts attributed to Edward Wormely.
Brass
Mid-Century Drexel Profile Desk by John Van Koert
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century small-scale desk manufactured by Drexel Furniture, circa 1960s.
Brass
Vintage Drexel Campaign Desk
By Drexel
Located in Redding, CT
Vintage Drexel Campaign desk. Classic design and great storage. This would also look great painted in a bright color. Some discoloration on top from where a desk blotter blocked the ...
Brass
Small Modern Charcoal Color Drexel VanKoert Desk
By Drexel
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Drexel Furniture Company desk refinished in a charcoal stain. The last image of the side profile is the accurate color.
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk For Drexel By Kip Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern American desk with double drawer designed by Kip Stewart. Sleek, simple design features rimmed surface, white glass ball drawer pull and finished back. (Please conf...
Bookcase Desk by Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent
By Drexel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A lighter toned mahogany writing desk with bookcase back having two areas for books and other items. The nine drawers to the front consist of center with removable storage tray for s...
Mahogany
Desk or Table in Espresso Finish by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
A great table or desk by Drexel refinished in espresso stain.
Wood
Vintage Drexel Et Cetera Chinoiserie Leather Top Hand Painted Writing Desk
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Drexel Et Cetera Chinoiserie leather top hand painted writing desk.
Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk by John Van Koert For Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderfully detailed, Mid-Century Modern, walnut desk by John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint features 4 drawers with recessed pulls and a 6 inch side ledge that extends out to 22 ...
Walnut
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Desk
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century walnut desk Desk measures: 44 wide x 20 deep x 29 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...
Walnut
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H 27.25 in W 60 in D 20.5 in
Milo Baughman for Drexel Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Floating Top Vanity Desk
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Mid-Century Modern floating top vanity desk designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel Furniture.
Sold
H 29.25 in W 44 in D 21 in
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk and Chair
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering an exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut desk and chair designed by Kipp Stewart for his Declaration line for Drexel.
Brass
Beautiful Drexel Passage Writing Table or Desk with Drawer
By Drexel
Located in Medina, OH
A beautiful and rare piece from Drexel Passage, a writing table or desk made to last for decades. (It can also be used as a console table) The wood design of the table is magnificent...
Wood
Drexel "Biscayne" Floating Leather Top Desk
By Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Floating top desk by Drexel. Features chrome pulls and leather top. The left drawer has a file slot which can be removed if needed and on the right side has two dovetailed drawers. T...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 29.75 in W 44 in D 20.75 in
Mid Century Walnut Writing Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel, 1960s
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid century walnut writing desk designed by John Van Koert and manufactured by Drexel in the United States circa 1960s.
Brass
Vintage Drexel Heritage Modern Oak Writing Desk
By Drexel
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a vintage Drexel Heritage Modern Oak Writing Desk. Featuring a straight line modern design, four drawers four storage, rosewood drawer trim and pulls. This is an ...
Wood, Oak, Rosewood
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.