While many great American furniture brands have come and gone, Bernhardt continues to thrive in its space. Spanning more than 130 years and four generations of family leadership, the company maintains an enduring presence in the modern era. It is a global manufacturer of furniture and home accessories and has garnered widespread acclaim for its signature high-quality craftsmanship. Today Bernhardt lounge chairs, coffee tables and dressers are reliable mainstays in living rooms, bedrooms, offices, school campuses and hospitality properties all over the world.
The company was founded in 1889 by John Bernhardt, a veteran of the sawmill trade who intended to produce durable furniture made of wood from the white oak trees that grew in his native North Carolina. Bernhardt quickly earned a reputation for his exceptionally strong, sturdy, striking pieces and eventually gained competitors in the likes of Broyhill and Kent-Coffey, two Lenoir companies that were established in the early 1900s. Bernhardt created fruitful relationships for distributing his furniture all over the country, and as the business gained steam, the company was able to survive the trials and tribulations of World War I and the Great Depression.
While World War II yielded labor and material shortages, demand for furniture took shape in the postwar years as new homeowners looked to furnish their spaces. Expansion followed for Bernhardt, and in 1958, the company added upholstered furniture to its growing catalog. As often as you can find boxy club chairs in Bernhardt’s inventory that are inspired by iconic designs by Le Corbusier or Milo Baughman, the brand has introduced reproductions of furnishings in period styles such as Chippendale, Hollywood Regency and chinoiserie.
Bernhardt continued to expand over time and, in 1981, added the Bernhardt Design division, which focuses on furnishing offices and public spaces. It entered the new millennium by announcing a licensed furniture partnership with Martha Stewart in 2001. Bernhardt and Stewart have since collaborated on several additional collections. In 2008 and 2009, the company launched two more divisions: Bernhardt Interiors for customizable and high-design furniture and Bernhardt Hospitality to cater to the needs of the hospitality market.
Bernhardt has garnered many prestigious awards over its long history, including multiple Pinnacle Design Achievement Awards from the American Society of Furniture Designers. The company is also a leader in sustainable manufacturing and works with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and the Forest Stewardship Council.
In 2019, Bernhardt introduced the Bernhardt Exteriors division for high-quality and innovative outdoor furniture. Today, the company operates eight manufacturing facilities and continues to be a leader and trendsetter in the growing worldwide oak furniture market.
On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt seating, tables, case pieces and more.
1990s Mid Century Chrome Swivel Chair by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt, Jeffrey Bernett
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair by Jeffrey Bernett This stunning mid-century chrome swivel lounge chair, expertly designed by acclaimed American designer Jeffrey Bernett and ...
Chrome
As is Milo Baughman style Bernhardt Flair swivel tilt barrel back lounge chair
By Bernhardt, Flair, Milo Baughman
Located in Ferndale, MI
Decorator designer special . Swivel and tilt barrel back lounge chair in as is condition . Completely original worn fabric . Never reupholstered or compromised ready for clients choi...
Upholstery, Wood
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Mid 20 th c Bernhardt Round Alladin Pouf
By Bernhardt
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bernhardt designed mid 20 th c round pouf with silk jaccard textile cover with tassels.
Silk
Mid-Century Modern Square Cocktail Table in Walnut & Stainless Steel by Bernhart
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simply gorgeous contemporary design made by Berhardt. It features a beautifully grained walnut top with heavy stainless steel base. Manufacturer label.
Stainless Steel
Pair of Late 20th Century Bernhardt Maple and Cherry Upholstered Armchairs
By Bernhardt
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Late 20th Century Bernhardt Maple, Cherry and Upholstered Armchairs Measures 21" in width, 24" in depth and 32" in height. Seat height 18. Arm height 25.5". Seat Interior...
Upholstery, Cherry, Maple
$3,705Sale Price|35% Off
Pair of Reupholstered 1960s Flair Club Chairs by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of reupholstered 1960s Flair Club chairs by Bernhardt. These chairs were fully reupholstered in a Crypton 49 Mauve from Great Lakes Fabrics featuring 50,000 double rubs. This is...
Fabric
$1,496Sale Price|25% Off
1980’s Neoclassic Large Scale Armchair with Distressed Finish by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Neoclassic large-scale armchair with distressed finish & fixed seat & loose back cushions wearing taupe & beige fabric w/leaf details by Bernhardt from Vargas Fine F...
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Pair of Carved Arm Lounge Fireside Chairs by Bernhardt Regency Style MINT
By Bernhardt
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Carved Arm Lounge Fireside Chairs by Bernhardt Regency Style MINT
Upholstery, Hardwood
$5,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Sensational Pair Milo Baughman Style Chrome Open Back Cube Chairs Mid-Century
By Bernhardt
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational pair of Milo Baughman style open back chrome cube chairs. They are from Bernhardt’s Flair collection. The open backs appear to f...
Chrome
Pair of Armchairs with Metal & Wood Frames by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the perfect addition to any stylish living space - the Pair of Armchairs with Metal & Wood Frames by Bernhardt. These stunning chairs feature a sleek and modern design, w...
Steel
Neoclassical Style Arched Bookcase Display Cabinets By Berhardt, Set Of 3
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Neoclassical Style Architectural Arched Bookcase Display Cabinets By Bernhardt - Set of 3 Elevate your home decor with this exquisite set of 3 V...
Wood
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Bernhardt Flair Dresser Rosewood Walnut 1960s
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Brass
Tan Leather & Brushed Nickel Lounge Chairs by Fabien Baron -Bernhardt 4 Avail
By Bernhardt Design, Bernhardt
Located in Hudson, NY
Simply stunning 'B3' Lounge Chair designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt. Bernhardt has upped it game with this stunning design. These chairs were custom made with a butter soft tann...
Nickel
Hexagonal Ottoman and Pair of Upholstered Side Tables by Bernhardt Flair
By Bernhardt
Located in Hanover, MA
Modular Mod from Bernhardt Flair division, 1978, pair of upholstered hexagonal side tables with inset glass tops and one hexagonal ottoman, al...
Upholstery, Glass
Bernhardt 354-356 Modern Cherry & Iron Door Lighted Curio China Display Cabinet
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bernhardt 354-356 Modern Cherry Wood & Iron Door Mediterranean Modern Lighted Curio China Display Cabinet. Details: Mirror back, ornate iron doors, touch light with 3 illumination se...
Glass, Mirror, Cherry
Set of 4 Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 4 mahogany Chippendale style dining side chairs attributed to Bernhardt. Listing includes (4) side chairs, solid wood frame, nicely carved details, very nice vintage item, gre...
Mahogany
$4,673Sale Price / set|20% Off
Distressed Bernhardt Lounge Chairs, Chrome & Yellow Fabric, 1960s
By Bernhardt
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Bernhardt lounge chairs in chrome and yellow upholstery. The chairs have vintage upholstery. We are offering also reupholstery in our in house workshop.
Chrome
$3,840Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 12 Bernhardt Orbit Dining Chairs by Russ Lovegrove
By Bernhardt
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 12 Bernhardt orbit side chairs by Russ Lovegrove Building upon classic designs by Charles Eames, Arne Jacobsen and Norman Cherner, Ross Loveg...
Chrome
$1,360Sale Price|43% Off
B.2 Lounge Chair Designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt in Green Patent Leather
By Bernhardt
Located in Pasadena, TX
A B.2 lounge chair designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt. B.2 lounge chair features a brushed nickel frame in textured green leather uphols...
Patent Leather, Foam
Postmodern Bernhardt Glass Dining Table with Birdseye Maple Pedestal Bases 1980s
By Bernhardt
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Postmodern dining table by Bernhardt, featuring a sleek glass top and distinctive birdseye maple pedestal bases, embodying unique design from the 1980s. This table combin...
Glass
Burlwood Campaign Chest, Nightstand or End Table
By Bernhardt
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Burlwood campaign chest, nightstand or end table. Burlwood campaign chest with three drawers and elegant brass hideaway pulls by Bernhardt; fully refinished.
Brass
Bernhardt Modern Lounge Chair
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Modern upholstered lounge club box shape chair by Bernhardt.
1960s Bernhardt Boucle Professionally Upholstered Sofa
By Flair, Bernhardt
Located in North Canton, OH
This is one very cool cat. Epic renovation just back from the Upholstery Masters and wrapped in the most sophisticated Boucle you’ve ever seen, from Kravet. White and dark charcoal. It’s brilliant. Spectacular lines. Just a wonderful piece. Very special. Low profile. Flair companion chairs...
Bouclé
Pair of Bauhaus Style Mid-Century Modern Style Chairs by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of sharp looking stripe upholstery side office lounge chairs on chrome frame in style of Bauhaus.
Chrome
$716Sale Price / set|20% Off
MCM Chrome & Wood Dining Armchairs Accent Chairs Set of 2
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Chrome
Set of Two (2) Flair Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt Flair in Chrome, USA, c. 1970's
By Bernhardt
Located in Deland, FL
The perfect amalgamation of comfort and style these exquisite chairs are a must-have for any collector's office or even home setting. Produced by Flair, a Bernhardt company, in the mid to late 1970's these luxurious chairs boast architectural lines that are as bold as they are beautiful. The chrome, in excellent original condition, is perfectly off-set by the pleasing knit grey upholstery and can blend perfectly with a myriad of design aesthetics from modern, industrial, mid-century modern or contemporary. These elegant arm chairs...
Chrome
Modern Bernhardt Design Mitt Lounge Chair in Blue
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Bernhardt Design Mitt lounge chair in Lagoon blue with white stitching with handle The Mitt Lounge designed by El Salvadoran Designers Harry...
Fabric
Pair of Round End Tables by Bernhardt, U.S.A. Late 20th Century.
By Bernhardt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stylish pair of round end tables by the renowned Bernhardt Furniture Company, crafted in the USA in the late 20th century. These tables feature a clean, modern silhouette with a ri...
Wood
Bernhardt Furniture Club Lounge Chairs in Alpaca & Walnut Bases by Flair, Pair
By Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Stamford, CT
There are a handful of furniture manufacturers known for their unique approach to design as well as their commitment to quality. It’s companies like these who’ve been able to survive...
Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Walnut