Johnson Furniture Co.

Take a medal from the King of Sweden, a splash of the roaring twenties, and a series of talented designers and you get Johnson Furniture Co.’s elegant Art Deco and period-revival furnishings as well as a taste for why the Johnson name prevailed for over a century in American furniture manufacturing.

A wealth of forests rendered Grand Rapids, Michigan, a logging center during the 1800s. It eventually gained recognition for its furniture industry. The city became a destination for woodworkers who hailed from all over the United States as well as Europe, and Johnson Furniture Co. cofounder Carl Johnson, who had been recognized for cabinetmaking by the head of the royal family in his native Sweden, brought his royally acknowledged talents to America with his two brothers, Hjalmar and Axel in 1887. Together, they established Cabinetmakers Co. in Grand Rapids. In 1908, the brothers sold their start-up and founded Johnson Furniture Co.

Tom Handley, of the well-respected English furniture company Waring and Gillow, became an in-house designer with Johnson Furniture Co. in its early days. Handley would stay on as part of both the Johnson label and of Johnson-Handley-Johnson — a companion company that spun off from Johnson in 1922 — until his death in 1926. At the time, archaeological discoveries were all the rage. The greatest influence on Art Deco jewelry, for example, was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922, and some vintage Tom Handley designs were adaptations of Egyptian furniture. The brand specialized in a range of styles that included Art Deco, Chippendale, Queen Anne and more.

Acclaimed designer David Robertson Smith, who had made furniture in the Arts and Crafts style for the likes of Gustav Stickley, carried the Johnson Furniture Co. creative team into the early 1930s. Grand Rapids had by then become a thriving hub with respect to the mass production of furniture, and Smith’s sophisticated Dynamique line — a collection of coffee tables, cabinets and more in alluring woods such as walnut and mahogany and based on French furniture — was among the first mass-produced modern furniture made in America.

Johnson hired Lorenzo Rutili, a Carnegie Institute graduate who studied design in Europe, to lead the brand’s design division. Rutili oversaw 30 years of successful Johnson Furniture Co. collaborations with other notable designers including Paul Frankl, Eliel Saarinen, Bert England, J. Robert F. Swanson and Pipsam Saarinen Swanson. After wrapping up his tenure at Johnson, Rutili moved on to design furniture at Tomlinson in North Carolina.

During the 1960s, Kipp Stewart and Milo Baughman designed residential furnishings for Directional — a favorite of mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — and Johnson produced these pieces, becoming the sole manufacturer for the North Carolina brand.

After a merger with Timberline Inc., Johnson Furniture Co. secured contracts for hotels, motels and university dormitories. In 1983, Johnson and Rose Manufacturing became RoseJohnson Inc. It was later purchased by La-Z-Boy.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Johnson Furniture Co. case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other furniture.

Creator: Johnson Furniture Co.

Johnson Furniture English Tudor Carved Burled Walnut Dresser, Newly Refinished

$3,295

Johnson Furniture English Tudor Carved Burled Walnut Dresser, Newly Refinished

By Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding English Tudor, William & Mary, or Jacobean style three-drawer commode, dresser, or chest of drawers By Johnson Furniture USA, Circa 1930s Carved walnut, with burled...

Category

1930s American Jacobean Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Set of 10 Paul Frankl “X” Metal Drawer Pulls Handles, Keeler Brass, 1950s

$2,800 / set

Set of 10 Paul Frankl “X” Metal Drawer Pulls Handles, Keeler Brass, 1950s

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in East Quogue, NY

Rare, complete set of ten (10) authentic vintage gold-toned metal “X” drawer pulls, removed from a Paul Frankl dresser produced by the Johnson Furniture Company, circa 1950s. Measur...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal

Renzo Rutili "American Translation" Model-38 ½ Table for Johnson Furniture

$3,500

Renzo Rutili "American Translation" Model-38 ½ Table for Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Wood, Birch, Walnut

Rare Paul T. Frankl Model '5025' Coffee Table in Cork

$52,000

Rare Paul T. Frankl Model '5025' Coffee Table in Cork

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company, coffee table '5025', varnished cork, United States, 1950s Designed by Paul Frankl, this very rare coffee table features a striking biom...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Cork

Ten Drawer Dresser by Paul Frankl, C. 1950s

$7,800

Ten Drawer Dresser by Paul Frankl, C. 1950s

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Westport, CT

A meticulously restored Paul Frankl Dresser from Johnson Furniture, a mid-century masterpiece circa 1950s. This vintage gem, designed by the iconic Paul Frankl, features 10 drawers a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Nickel

Expertly Restored - Paul Frankl Cork Top Side Table for Johnson Furniture

$2,895

Expertly Restored - Paul Frankl Cork Top Side Table for Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl Cork Console Table for Johnson Furniture Co.

$5,500

Paul Frankl Cork Console Table for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Johnson Furniture Co., Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest lasting contributions to American modernism- and are highly sought after to this day. This cork top console table designed f...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Oak, Cork

Paul Frankl Amoeba Cork Card Table for Johnson Furniture Co.

$9,500

Paul Frankl Amoeba Cork Card Table for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This amoeba card table produced by John...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Cork, Mahogany

Paul Frankl Johnson Furniture Ivory Lacquer 10 Drawer Dresser X-Pull Hardware

$3,500

Paul Frankl Johnson Furniture Ivory Lacquer 10 Drawer Dresser X-Pull Hardware

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning and rare Paul Frankl dresser, a true collector's piece crafted in the 1950's by Johnson Furniture Company. Features ivory original lacquer in double dresser style with Fran...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal

Paul Frankl Dining Table with Two Leaves, Cork Top, Mahogany Frame, Original

$6,850

Paul Frankl Dining Table with Two Leaves, Cork Top, Mahogany Frame, Original

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Kansas City, MO

Cork top dining table designed by the most important American Art Deco furniture designer, Paul Frankl, for Johnsone Furniture Company. Thi...

Category

1940s American Art Deco Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Mahogany, Cork

Paul Frankl Full Size Maple Bed Frame for Johnson Furniture Co.

$4,000

Paul Frankl Full Size Maple Bed Frame for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl full size maple bed frame produced by Johnson Furniture Co. The headboard and footboard have a wood ribbon detail with metal stretchers connecting the two. Dimensions 56...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mahogany and Cork Sideboard

$4,700

Art Deco Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mahogany and Cork Sideboard

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Chicago, IL

Art Deco Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mahogany and Cork sideboard An exquisite, iconic and truly timeless and unparalleled classic sideboard by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furnitur...

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs

$8,500 / set

Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful set of six Paul Frankl dining chairs for Johnson Furniture. The chairs frames are made of cerused oak and are very sturdy and comfortable. Measures: 32 inches H x 23 in...

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Magnificent Restored Eight Drawer Chest by Renzo Rutili, circa 1965

$22,000

Magnificent Restored Eight Drawer Chest by Renzo Rutili, circa 1965

By Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

If a piece feels like Tommi Parzinger, but is marked Johnson Furniture, there can be only one answer as to its Designer: Renzo Rutili. Mr. Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Paul Frankl "Station Wagon" Three-Drawer Chest for Johnson Furniture

$3,750

Paul Frankl "Station Wagon" Three-Drawer Chest for Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Hanover, MA

Gorgeous three-drawer nightstand chest by Paul Frankl from his highly coveted "Station Wagon Group" created in 1945 for Johnson Furniture Company of Grand Rapids. Branded mark in top...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Renzo Rutili Storage Cabinet with Bench for Johnson Furniture

$3,542Sale Price|24% Off

Renzo Rutili Storage Cabinet with Bench for Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture Company chest with bench, circa late 1950s. This Asian influenced example has bleached wood doors and ebonized c...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent Pair of End Tables by Renzo Rutili in Birdseye Maple, circa 1955

$14,500 / set

Magnificent Pair of End Tables by Renzo Rutili in Birdseye Maple, circa 1955

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Atlanta, GA

If a piece feels like Tommi Parzinger, but is marked Johnson Furniture, there can be only one answer as to its Designer: Renzo Rutili. Mr. Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

High-Boy Dresser With Nickel X-Shaped Pulls By Paul Frankl For Johnson Furniture

$4,500

High-Boy Dresser With Nickel X-Shaped Pulls By Paul Frankl For Johnson Furniture

By Paul Frankl, John Stuart Inc., Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage gem is designed by the iconic and prolific Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. retailed by John Stuart in the heart of New York City, circa 1950s. This highboy dresser...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Nickel

Renzo Rutili Bleached Mahogany and White Micarta Long Cabinet

$4,600Sale Price|20% Off

Renzo Rutili Bleached Mahogany and White Micarta Long Cabinet

By Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Attributed to Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture, long cabinet finished in bleached mahogany with white Micarta top and white resin sabots. Circular recessed brass pulls with center ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Unusual Regency / Modern Wall Hanging Cabinet , Renzo Rutili / Johnson Furniture

$3,800

Unusual Regency / Modern Wall Hanging Cabinet , Renzo Rutili / Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Buffalo, NY

Unusual Regency / Modern Wall Hanging Cabinet designed by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture, This was/is a rare "custom" order. , commission. comes complete with directions / paperw...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

1939 Birch Bookshelf by Eliel Saarinen, J. Robert Swanson

$1,200

1939 Birch Bookshelf by Eliel Saarinen, J. Robert Swanson

By J. Robert F. Swanson, Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Birch Bookcase, designed by Eliel Saarinen, J. Robert Swanson, and Pipsan Saarinen Swanson for Johnson Furniture Co. in 1939. The sleek plinth base is stained a darker hue ...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Steel

Classy Paul Frankl Writing Desk for Johnson Furniture

$8,500

Classy Paul Frankl Writing Desk for Johnson Furniture

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant proportions, conical tapering legs and brass X-handles. Reminiscent of Tommi Parzinger. This item should be purchased with the intent to refinish. Structurally sound.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Wood

Elegant Mahogany Cabinet by Renzo Rutili in Black Lacquer

$9,950

Elegant Mahogany Cabinet by Renzo Rutili in Black Lacquer

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Atlanta, GA

Renzo Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of the 20th century who is sometimes overlooked in retrospect. Much of his work is as sophisticated, cutting edge and downright fabulous...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

1939 Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan, Swanson FHA Birch Desk / Vanity

$4,500

1939 Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan, Swanson FHA Birch Desk / Vanity

By Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Birch Double Pedestal Executive Desk or Vanity, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand R...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Aluminum, Zinc

Breathtaking Pair of Chests by Renzo Rutili in Cerused Oak and Bird's-Eye Maple

$49,500 / set

Breathtaking Pair of Chests by Renzo Rutili in Cerused Oak and Bird's-Eye Maple

By Renzo Rutili, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent pair of commodes is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation r...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl Cork Dresser for Johnson Furniture Co.

$18,000

Paul Frankl Cork Dresser for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example, a cork top waterfall edge...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Renzo Rutili Walnut Double-Sided Cabinet for Johnson Furniture

$3,800Sale Price|20% Off

Renzo Rutili Walnut Double-Sided Cabinet for Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Chicago, IL

Modern cabinet or sideboard in figural walnut by Renzo Rutili for Johnson furniture. The top section features double sliding glass doors and a split opening with closed cabinet and one open. To the back there is a small open cabinet...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Teak Bench with Cabinets

$4,500 / set

Mid Century Teak Bench with Cabinets

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is a wonderful 3 piece mid century set. An 8.5 ft bench with 2 modular cabinets. The set is SOLID teak construction with very beautiful details and amazing brass handles and det...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Rare Paul Frankl Station Wagon Nightstands End Tables

$18,000 / set

Rare Paul Frankl Station Wagon Nightstands End Tables

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare Paul Frankl station wagon nightstands end tables.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Wood

Paul Frankl Cork Side Table for Johnson Furniture Co.

$3,000 / item

Paul Frankl Cork Side Table for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This side table produced by Johnson Fur...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mahogany and Cork Dining 9 Piece Set

$8,500 / set

Art Deco Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mahogany and Cork Dining 9 Piece Set

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Chicago, IL

Art Deco Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture mahogany and cork dining set - 9 piece set. An exquisite, iconic and truly timeless and unparalleled classic dining set...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Cork

John Stuart Midcentury Highboy Walnut Dresser

$2,595

John Stuart Midcentury Highboy Walnut Dresser

By Johnson Furniture Co., John Stuart

Located in Baltimore, MD

Absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern Highboy dresser designed by John Stuart for Johnson Furniture Co. in the United States, circa 1960s. Pure style and sophistication, featuring t...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Walnut

Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern Rare Station Wagon Full Bedroom Set

$85,000 / set

Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern Rare Station Wagon Full Bedroom Set

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl, John Stuart

Located in Manhasset, NY

Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart complete 1950s bedroom set. Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl Cork Coffee Table, 1951

$30,000

Paul Frankl Cork Coffee Table, 1951

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Amarillo, TX

Paul Frankl. Coffee table. Johnson Furniture Company, USA, circa 1951. Lacquered cork, lacquered mahogany. Dimensions: 60 D x 14.25 H inches. Rare lacquered cork coffee t...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Cork, Mahogany

Paul Frankl Cork Highboy Dresser for Johnson Furniture Co.

$14,000

Paul Frankl Cork Highboy Dresser for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example, a cork top waterfall edge...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Renzo Rutili Ivory and Brass Nightstand Johnson Furniture Co., circa 1950

$2,200

Renzo Rutili Ivory and Brass Nightstand Johnson Furniture Co., circa 1950

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Camden, ME

Sophisticated brass glass and translucent Ivory lacquer over strongly grained walnut give this nightstand/ end table visual interest. Designed by Renzo Rutili, the head of design at ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl Corner Tables, Lacquered Cork and Mahogany, 1951

$12,000 / set

Paul Frankl Corner Tables, Lacquered Cork and Mahogany, 1951

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Amarillo, TX

Paul Frankl. Corner tables (pair). Johnson Furniture Company, USA, circa 1951. Lacquered cork, lacquered mahogany. 32 w x 32 d x 28.25 h inches Each branded "#5029.&...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Cork, Mahogany

Paul Frankl, Original 'Big Foot' Coffee Table, Cork & Mahogany, USA 1940s

$33,582

Paul Frankl, Original 'Big Foot' Coffee Table, Cork & Mahogany, USA 1940s

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Paul T Frankl (1886-1958) 'Big Foot' Coffee Table, model 5028 Produced by Johnson Furniture Co, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA 1940s the organic form lacquered cork top on three mahogan...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Mahogany, Cork

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Swanson

$3,200

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Swanson

By Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, J. Robert F. Swanson, Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a four-drawer dresser, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand Rapids, Michigan by the John...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Zinc

1939 Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Johnson Four Drawer Dresser

$3,650

1939 Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Johnson Four Drawer Dresser

By Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a gorgeous and beautifully restored Eliel Saarinen, J. Robert Swanson, and Pipsan Saarinen Swanson 4-drawer dresser, produced by Johnson Furniture Co. circa 1939. ...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Swanson

$3,200

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Swanson

By Eliel Saarinen, Johnson Furniture Co., J. Robert F. Swanson, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a four-drawer dresser, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand Rapids, Michigan by the John...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Zinc

Cork-Topped End Table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co.

$4,800

Cork-Topped End Table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co.

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Tapered dowel legs support a bleached mahogany two (2) drawer end table with a cork top, having hammered brass round pulls.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mid-Century Modern Nightstands, Circa 1950s

$3,595 / set

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mid-Century Modern Nightstands, Circa 1950s

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands By Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture USA, Circa 1950s Sculpted walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 24"W x 19.75"...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Pair of MCM Walnut Arm Chairs by Johnson Furniture Company in the Style of Risom

$1,560Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of MCM Walnut Arm Chairs by Johnson Furniture Company in the Style of Risom

By Johnson Furniture Co., Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of MCM walnut framed arm chairs in the style of Jens Risom for Johnson Furniture Co., circa 1960s. The chairs are in good vintage condition with original upholstery and measure ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Walnut

Rare Restored Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Renzo Rutili, circa 1960

$29,500 / set

Rare Restored Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Renzo Rutili, circa 1960

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: meticulously professionally restored and completely installation re...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Mahogany

Majestic Restored Credenza by Reno Rutili for Johnson Furniture, circa 1960

$29,500

Majestic Restored Credenza by Reno Rutili for Johnson Furniture, circa 1960

By Renzo Rutili, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

If a piece feels like Tommi Parzinger, but is marked Johnson Furniture, there can be only one answer as to its Designer: Renzo Rutili. Mr. Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Pair of Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Wooden Brass X Handle Bedside Table

$8,500 / set

Pair of Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Wooden Brass X Handle Bedside Table

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Mid-Century wooden bedside table / commodes with an upper cabinet with fold-down drawer above two lower drawers with x-form brass drawer pulls. (PAUL FRANKL FOR JOHNSON FURNI...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exquisite Mahogany and Bookmatch Bird's-Eye Maple Chest by Renzo Rutili

$16,500 / item

Exquisite Mahogany and Bookmatch Bird's-Eye Maple Chest by Renzo Rutili

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Atlanta, GA

If a piece feels like Tommi Parzinger, but is marked Johnson Furniture, there can be only one answer as to its Designer: Renzo Rutili. Mr. Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Renzo Rutili Walnut & Leather End Table For Johnson Furniture

$2,500

Renzo Rutili Walnut & Leather End Table For Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Chicago, IL

Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture empire style end table in walnut and black leather. Brass rosettes to each corner and brass casters to each leg. Inlaid black leather parquetry top...

Category

20th Century American Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan Swanson

$3,800

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan Swanson

By J. Robert F. Swanson, Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a five-drawer tall dresser, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand Rapids, Michigan by the...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Zinc

1940s Paul Frankl Eight-Drawer Desk Art Deco Style By Johnson Furniture Co.

$11,360

1940s Paul Frankl Eight-Drawer Desk Art Deco Style By Johnson Furniture Co.

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Paul Frankl designed eight-drawer desk for the Johnson Furniture Co. of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Re-furbished and newly lacquered cork top, in a satin lacquer white finish. Body of desk also mahogany brown finish. Handles appear to be Bakelite, with brass brackets, also newly polished. Exposed concave cut-out to center back of desk for storing books, much like a sculptural effect of a Sol LeWitt or Donald Judd floating square cut-outs piece of art and we say art, because it is an art form to pull off stunning design, with function as the forefront to any furniture, as the body floating has an ethereal quality. As does the body of the desk prove...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Spectacular Restored Buffet or Credenza in Cream by Renzo Rutili, circa 1960

$22,500

Spectacular Restored Buffet or Credenza in Cream by Renzo Rutili, circa 1960

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Atlanta, GA

Renzo Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of the 20th century who is sometimes overlooked in retrospect. Much of his work is more sophisticated, cutting edge and downright fabulo...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Four Renzo Rutili Walnut and Upholstered Dining Chairs

$2,880Sale Price / set|39% Off

Four Renzo Rutili Walnut and Upholstered Dining Chairs

By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili

Located in Chicago, IL

Clean lines and figured walnut wood are the focal points of this set of 4 dining chairs by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture. The three sides chairs and single armchair have three curved and rounded edged cross bars and the front legs have klismos style tops. The upholstery is a soft pink pin...

Category

1950s American Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Renzo Rutili Mahogany and White Micarta Chest-on-Chest

$4,200Sale Price|20% Off

Renzo Rutili Mahogany and White Micarta Chest-on-Chest

By Renzo Rutili, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture tall two-tiered gentleman's chest. Mahogany cases and drawer/door fronts with a white Micarta first tier top and four white Micarta sabots over lar...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Johnson John Stuart Mid Century Modern Walnut High Chest Dresser Brass Pull MINT

$4,200

Johnson John Stuart Mid Century Modern Walnut High Chest Dresser Brass Pull MINT

By Johnson Furniture Co., John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice mid-century modern walnut dresser high chest by Johnson for John Stuart.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. Mid-Century Walnut Six Drawer High Chests

$19,000 / item

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. Mid-Century Walnut Six Drawer High Chests

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Queens, NY

2 Mid-Century walnut high chests / dressers with six drawers mounted with X-shaped brass drawer pulls. (PAUL FRANKL FOR JOHNSON FURNITURE CO)(PRIC...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paul Frankl Cork Credenza for Johnson Furniture Co

$5,500

Paul Frankl Cork Credenza for Johnson Furniture Co

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This mahogany example, a cork top crede...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Brass

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Swanson

$3,650

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Dresser by Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Swanson

By J. Robert F. Swanson, Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a birch dresser, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand Rapids, Michigan by the Johnson Fu...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Zinc, Metal

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Credenza by Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan Swanson

$3,650

1939 Flexible Home Arrangements Birch Credenza by Eliel Saarinen, Pipsan Swanson

By Johnson Furniture Co., Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, J. Robert F. Swanson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a birch dresser, designed by Eliel Saarinen, Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, and J. Robert F. Swanson in 1939. It was produced in Grand Rapids, Michigan by the Johnson Fu...

Category

1930s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Zinc

1948 Pair of Two-Door Cabinets by Eliel Saarinen & Swanson Johnson Furniture Co

$5,950 / set

1948 Pair of Two-Door Cabinets by Eliel Saarinen & Swanson Johnson Furniture Co

By Eliel Saarinen, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a Pair of matching serpentine-leg 2-door credenzas/cabinets by Johnson Furniture Co from Grand Rapids. The cabinets were designed circa 1948 by the renowned trio o...

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Johnson Furniture Co.

Materials

Metal

Johnson Furniture Co. furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Johnson Furniture Co. furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Johnson Furniture Co. furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Johnson Furniture Co. were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charak Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili, and Romweber Furniture Co.. Prices for Johnson Furniture Co. furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $900 and can go as high as $85,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,850.

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Questions About Johnson Furniture Co.

When was Johnson Carper furniture made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
Johnson Carper furniture was made during the 20th century. The company began manufacturing furniture in Roanoke, Virginia, in 1927. It remained in operation until 1979. During the intervening years, Johnson Carper became widely known for its Art Deco and mid-century modern designs. Some of its most famous lines include the Ronda, the Delray and the Brentwood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Johnson Carper furniture.