John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
John Widdicomb Asian inspired chairs. Vintage Mid-Century Modern chairs by John Widdicomb. Chinese
Walnut
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 44.25 in W 40.5 in D 21 in
Gorgeous John Widdicomb Asian Influenced Tall Dresser Mid-century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This 5 drawer dresser is a fine example of the level of craftsmanship and the standards of the John
Brass
$3,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 25 in W 25 in D 18 in
Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Night Stands Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of John Widdicomb Asian-style nightstands/end tables. We love that the backs are also
Brass
$2,200
H 15 in W 18 in D 18 in
Asian Modern John Widdicomb Square Lacquered Table with Incised Decoration
By John Widdicomb
Located in Houston, TX
Asian Modern John Widdicomb square lacquered table with incised decoration. This gorgeous low table
Wood, Lacquer
$4,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 36.25 in D 21 in
Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Bachelors Chests Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of John Widdicomb Asain style bachelors chests. These are fine examples of the level
Brass
$895
H 22 in W 21 in D 27 in
Vintage John Widdicomb 2 Tier Drop Leaf Walnut Bookmatched Top Accent Table
By Ralph Lauren, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Two Tier John Widdicomb Drop Leaf Walnut Bookmtached Veneer Top Accent Table Side Table. Beautiful
Walnut
$5,800
H 32 in W 76.5 in D 19 in
Asian Influenced Mid Century Credenza by John Widdicomb Espresso Brown Gold Trim
By John Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Asian Influenced Mid Century Credenza, designed for the John Widdicomb Company, American, circa
Metal, Brass
$5,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.25 in W 578.25 in D 21 in
Magnificent Hermes Orange Widdicomb Credenza Asian Brass Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Hermes orange lacquered John Widdicomb credenza buffet. We love the Asian Campaign
Brass
$4,500 / set
H 45 in W 21 in D 21.5 in
Fabulous Asian Modern Widdicomb Dining Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Velvet
By John Widdicomb, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Asian modern set of six dining chairs by Widdicomb, two armchairs and four side chairs. We
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 31.25 in W 68.5 in D 20.5 in
Gorgeous John Widdicomb Asian Influenced Credenza Mid-century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
the John Widdicomb Furniture Company. This piece is made of solid wood, using dovetail, and dado
Brass
John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China
By John Widdicomb
Located in Wayne, NJ
John Widdicomb Diningroom set. Includes 2 Captain Armchairs, 8 Side chairs. 6' Table with an
Wood
John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China
By John Widdicomb
Located in Wayne, NJ
John Widdicomb Diningroom set. Includes 2 Captain Armchairs, 8 Side chairs. 6' Table with an
Wood
Fantastic Pair of John Widdicomb Asian Modern Night Stands Mid-Century
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of asian modern night stands/end tables made by John Widdicomb. This pair retains
Brass
John Widdicomb Asian Modern Cabinet or Sideboard, Buffet Gold Relief
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Asian Modern sideboard or cabinet made by John Widdicomb with gold relief art. The sideboard is
Brass
Mid-Century Asian Inspired Cocktail Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Wilton, CT
Truly outstanding 1960's John Widdicomb Asian inspired cocktail table. Very much in the style of
Grasscloth, Lacquer, Glass
Sold
H 34 in W 36.25 in D 20.25 in
John Widdicomb Oxford Finish Mahogany Block Front Bachelor Chests, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of John Widdicomb Oxford Finish Mahogany Block Front 4 Drawer Bachelor chests. In Very Good
Brass
Widdicomb Asian Inspired Midcentury Mahogany Extended Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rio Vista, CA
. Rare table produced by John Widdicomb with its Asian inspired design attributed to T.H Robsjohn
Metal
Sold
H 15.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
Pair of John Widdicomb Coromandel Lacquer Carved Chinoiserie End Side Tables
By John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
. There will be times when additional patience will be necessary. This is a fine Pair of John Widdicomb
Wood
Sold
H 24.25 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in
Pair of Mario Buatta for Widdicomb Asian Chinoiserie Ebonized Nesting Tables
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in Hudson, NY
Decorative pair of very usable solid nesting tables with a subtle decorative chinoiserie style. These tables also function well independently. Constructed of ebonized mahogany. Finis...
Mahogany
Sold
H 44.25 in W 40.5 in D 21 in
Gorgeous John Widdicomb Asian Influenced Tall Dresser, Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This 5 drawer dresser is a fine example of the level of craftsmanship and the standards of the John
Brass
Asian Mid Century Coffee Table by John Widdicomb, c1970s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chino Hills, CA
table by John Widdicomb, circa 1970s. A prized piece for collectors and connoisseurs of fine furniture
Wood
Pair of Red Orange Asian Chinoiserie Side Tables/Stools
By John Widdicomb, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous pair of red orange lacquered side tables with beautiful hand-painted mountain landscapes in gold. Vintage condition. Old touch ups. Dimension for the tabletop: 13 in. dia...
Large Mid Century Modern Asian Inspired Corner Two Tier Step Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern corner side step table.
Walnut
Bert England Orientation Group Carved Mahogany Tall King Headboard
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in Chicago, IL
A rarely seen offered king headboard designed by Bert England for John Widdicomb furniture. Slight
Mahogany
Sold
H 81.5 in W 80 in D 1.75 in
Bert England Orientation Group Carved Ebonized Mahogany Tall King Headboard
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in Southampton, NJ
A rarely offered king headboard designed by Bert England for John Widdicomb Furniture. Slight Asian
Mahogany
Sold
H 44.5 in W 21 in D 26 in
Widdicomb Set of Six Asian Modern Black Lacquer Dining Chairs, circa 1960
By John Widdicomb
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six dining chairs by John Widdicomb in Mid-Century Modern Chinese inspired style. Black
Silk, Wood
Pair of Bombe Nightstands by John Widdicomb
Located in Treasure Island, CA
John Widdicomb design. Asian styling. Signed. A fine and rare pair.
Brass
Midcentury Wall Mirror by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Glamorous midcentury wall mirror by John Widdicomb, circa 1960s. This stunning Asian inspired
Mirror, Walnut, Wood
$1,190 / item
H 17.33 in Dm 24.41 in
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Fabric, Foam, Jacquard
$8,711
H 43.31 in W 70.08 in D 82.68 in
Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina 'Toledo' double bed in Wood and leather, Italy
By Gavina, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Carlo Scarpa (1906 - 1978), “Toledo” Bed, Simon Gavina, Italy, 1975. Bed with load-bearing structure in turned solid padouk wood with light wood inserts, leather headboard, brass b...
Leather, Wood
$11,900Sale Price|57% Off
H 69 in W 42.5 in D 17.2 in
Unique Swedish Art Deco, Modern Neoclassical Cabinet, Carl Malmsten Signed, 1932
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Important 'Swedish Grace' sideboard, cupboard or buffet by Swedish Master, Carl Malmsten delicately constructed of inlaid birch and elmwood depicting a scene of Saint Geor...
Birch, Ebony, Maple
Sold|$5,989
H 28.55 in W 75.6 in D 62.21 in
Large Danish Modern L-shaped Rosewood and Steel Desk with Sideboard, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Large Danish Modern L-shaped Rosewood and Steel Desk with Sideboard, 1970s. Very impressive Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern executive desk in stunning rosewood/palisander veneer wit...
Stainless Steel
Murano glass chandelier, Carlo Nason for Mazzega, circa 1970
By Carlo Nason
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A Murano glass chandelier designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, circa 1970, is a breathtaking work of art that exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic ingenuity for which...
Metal
Pierre Cardin Sideboard Buffet Cabinet 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pierre Cardin buffet with rare additional lighted glass tower hutches on either side. Towers open from both front and inner side via glass doors. Backs are finished on the towers. ...
Wood
$3,890
H 32 in W 31 in D 12.5 in
Japanese Taishō Period Open Bookshelf Sliding Doors, Curvy Shelf and Drawer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period hinoki cypress wood cabinet from the early 20th century converted into an open bookshelf with wavy curving shelf, sliding doors and drawers. Created in Japan...
Cypress, Fabric
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...
Brass
$150 / item
H 8 in Dm 5 in
Handmade Ceramic Vase #606 in Light Burgundy Glaze with Tencel Fringe Details
By Karen Gayle Tinney
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #606 by Karen Gayle Tinney A petite vase perfectly sized to stand alone in a small space or act as a companion to a larger piece. Each vase is formed by hand, making every piec...
Ceramic, Cotton
$10,284
H 19.69 in Dm 15.75 in
Mid-Century Pendant Light by Carlo Nason for Mazzega Model LS134, 1960s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brussels, BE
Pendant light by Carlo Nason for Mazzega Model LS134. 1960s
Murano Glass
$2,359
H 16.15 in Dm 19.69 in
Mid-Century Large Veined Beige Cocoon Pendant by Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning and incredibly rare large mid-century round veined "Cocoon" chandelier designed by Achille Castilglioni and produced in Italy during the 1960s. In fabulous condition and f...
Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Mahogany Tall Campaign Chest W/Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A mahogany wood campaign chest by New England furniture maker Beacon Hill Collection (labeled as piece #311) from the mid 20th century. This mahogany storage piece stands approximate...
Brass
$22,000
H 34.65 in Dm 30.71 in
1950s Italian Chandelier by Stilnovo in Brass, Black Enamel, and Opaline Glass
By Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
Original chandelier produced in Italy during the 1950s by Stilnovo, a rare and highly valuable piece of mid-century lighting design. The structure is composed of a circular brass fr...
Metal, Brass
$3,508
H 19.69 in W 63 in D 18.51 in
Contemporary Brutalist Style Bench in Solid Oak and Wool Bouclé, Italy
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This contemporary bench embodies the raw elegance of Brutalist-inspired design. Handcrafted in Italy from solid oak, its sculptural presence is defined by bold, cylindrical legs and ...
Wood
Danish modern Bruksbo Short Rosewood Bench Coffee Table
By Bruksbo
Located in Chicago, IL
Bruksbo Short Rosewood Bench Coffee Table. Please inquire for more photos.
Rosewood
$4,000Sale Price|60% Off
H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in
1960s Early Venini Amber and Clear Glass Prisms Chandelier, Italy
By Venini
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Thick optical quality glass prisms 'Triedri' in clear and amber tone of different length hooked on a handmade steel frame enameled in an ivory finish. Particular well designed st...
Steel
In the Widdicomb family, furniture ran in the blood. Furniture maker George Widdicomb emigrated from England to the United States in 1845, eventually setting up a cabinet shop in Syracuse, New York, before moving west to Grand Rapids, Michigan. There, he opened a shop with his four sons, including John Widdicomb, whose name would help carry the family legacy into the 20th century.
A wealth of pine and oak forests rendered Grand Rapids a logging center during the 1800s, and it eventually gained recognition for its furniture industry. The city became a destination for furniture makers who hailed from across the United States and beyond. The Widdicomb shop in Grand Rapids prospered, as the patriarch’s formal English training allowed him to produce pieces with superior craftsmanship compared to those of his competitors. Although the Civil War halted business and took the life of one of the Widdicomb brothers, the family’s survivors would start anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, soon renamed the Widdicomb Furniture Company.
John Widdicomb, however, split from the family business in 1897 to create the John Widdicomb Company, where he would go on to focus on Louis XV- and French Provincial-style furnishings. Chairs made in these styles have distinct characteristics, such as floral motifs carved in the frames and gently angled backrests. John's company also remained a family affair: The founder’s son, Harry, assumed control of the company when his father died in 1910, while John's nephew Ralph Widdicombe — who retained the English spelling of his last name and joined the John Widdicomb Company at its start — designed every single piece of the offerings at his uncle's manufacturing outfit until he retired in 1951. Ralph was an internationally distinguished furniture designer whose modern mahogany bedroom suite won first prize at the Paris Exposition in 1900.
The original iteration of Widdicomb, which was helmed by John's older brother William while John ran his own brand, had shifted from making period revival styles of furniture, such as Georgian and Chippendale, to manufacturing modern pieces in the late 1920s. Admirers of mid-century modern furnishings likely recognize Widdicomb for the partnerships with iconic designers such as Frank Lloyd Wright, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Mario Buatta. In 1959, master woodworker George Nakashima created his Origins collection for Widdicomb when the firm merged with Mueller Furniture Corporation and was known, for around 10 years, as Widdicomb-Mueller. Origins, a revered Shaker-influenced group of nightstands, upholstered lounge chairs, dining-room tables and more, saw Nakashima working with woods like Carpathian elm and laurel in his Pennsylvania studio.
Eventually, the two Widdicomb companies would combine in 1970, operating under the name John Widdicomb Co.
In 2002, the business closed after more than a century of operations, and its assets were acquired by Stickley Furniture. Interestingly, it was not the first time Widdicomb and Stickley overlapped: In the final years of the 19th century, the companies opened a shared storehouse in London, while John Widdicomb and Albert Stickley would travel Europe together for the purposes of research.
Today, Stickley continues to produce John Widdicomb Company furniture, including French, Italian, English and Russian reproductions, as well as modern works from the first half of the 20th century.
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