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Drexel Furniture

American

While vintage Drexel Furniture dining tables, dressers and other pieces remain highly desirable for enthusiasts of mid-century modern design, the manufacturer's story actually begins decades before its celebrated postwar-era Declaration line took shape.

In 1903, in the small town of Drexel in the foothills of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, six partners came together to found a company that would become one of the country’s leading furniture producers. The first offerings from Drexel Furniture were simple: a bed, washstand and bureau all crafted from native oak wood, sold as a bedroom suite for $14.50.

One of Drexel’s early innovations was to employ staff designers, something the company initiated in the 1930s. This focus on design, which few other furniture companies were committing to at the time, allowed Drexel to respond to a variety of new and traditional tastes. This included making pieces inspired by historic European furniture, like the popular French Provincial–style Touraine bedroom and dining group that borrowed its curves from Louis XV-era furniture. Others replicated the ornate details of 18th-century chinoiserie or the embellishments of Queen Anne furniture. Always ready to adapt to new customer demands, during World War II, Drexel built a sturdy desk designed especially for General Douglas MacArthur.

In the postwar era, Drexel embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut, and the Profile and Projection collections designed with sculptural shapes by John Van Koert. In the 1970s, Drexel introduced high-end furniture in a Mediterranean style.

Drexel changed hands and visions throughout the years. It was managed by one of the original partners — Samuel Huffman — until 1935, at which time his son Robert O. Huffman took over as president. It was then that the company began to expand, with several acquisitions of competitors in the 1950s, including Table Rock Furniture, the Heritage Furniture Co. and more.

With the manufacturer’s success — spurred by its embrace of advertising in home and garden magazines — it opened more factories in both North and South Carolina. By 1957, the company that had started with a factory of 50 workers had 2,300 employees and was selling its furniture nationwide.

Drexel underwent a series of name changes in its long history. Its acquisition of Southern Desk Company in 1960 bolstered its production of institutional furniture for dormitories, classrooms, churches and laboratories.

In the following decades, contracts with government agencies, hotels, schools and hospitals brought its high-quality furniture to a global audience. U.S. Plywood-Champion Papers bought Drexel Enterprises in 1968, and it became Drexel Heritage Furnishings.

In 2014, the last Drexel Heritage plant, in Morganton, North Carolina, closed its doors. The company rebranded as Drexel in 2017.

The vintage Drexel furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes end tables designed by Edward Wormley, walnut side tables designed by Kipp Stewart and lots more.

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Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut Wood, Brass Pull Handles ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Tables, Pair
Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Tables, Pair

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Tables, Pair

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style console tables, sofa tables, or buffet servers By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful mahogany, with caned low...

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Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Pair Kipp Stewart Drexel 'Declaration' Walnut & Brass Long Dressers, USA, 1960s
Pair Kipp Stewart Drexel 'Declaration' Walnut & Brass Long Dressers, USA, 1960s

Pair Kipp Stewart Drexel 'Declaration' Walnut & Brass Long Dressers, USA, 1960s

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall, this pair of dressers was made by Drexel and dubbed the 'Declaration' line. Each dresser features a walnut case with beautiful and sm...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Barney Flagg for Drexel Parallel Carved Walnut 5-Drawer Tall Dresser or Chest
Barney Flagg for Drexel Parallel Carved Walnut 5-Drawer Tall Dresser or Chest

Barney Flagg for Drexel Parallel Carved Walnut 5-Drawer Tall Dresser or Chest

By Barney Flagg, Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Barney Flagg, this dresser was made in the 1960s by Drexel, who was the manufacturer for other high-end designers at the time. This line is made in a unique way: the main...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Kipp Stewart Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lighted Breakfront or Bar Cabinet, 1960s
Kipp Stewart Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lighted Breakfront or Bar Cabinet, 1960s

Kipp Stewart Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lighted Breakfront or Bar Cabinet, 1960s

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern lighted breakfront, bar cabinet, or sideboard hutch By Kipp Stewart for Drexel, "Declaration" Line USA, 1960s Walnut, with glass front doors, and...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Drexel Heritage French Empire Style Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest Dresser
Drexel Heritage French Empire Style Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest Dresser

Drexel Heritage French Empire Style Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest Dresser

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Drexel Heritage French Empire Style Commode, Console or Chest of Drawers. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with lacquered and gilt columns and a marble top. The...

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Late 20th Century American Empire Drexel Furniture

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Marble, Brass

John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's
John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's

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. The desk features one ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Metal

Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart "Declaration" Walnut Nightstands by Drexel
Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart "Declaration" Walnut Nightstands by Drexel

Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart "Declaration" Walnut Nightstands by Drexel

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut Wood, Original Brass ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we tak...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Projection” Night Stands
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Projection” Night Stands

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Projection” Night Stands

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished Expertly Refinished: With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Casa Del Sol 8 Drawer Dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel c.1957
Casa Del Sol 8 Drawer Dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel c.1957

Casa Del Sol 8 Drawer Dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel c.1957

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Lutz, FL

Lovely Casa Del Sol collection Walnut dresser designed by John Van Koert for Drexel in 1957. Done in a light tawny finish with Spanish or Mediterranean flare. Carved accents along t...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Metal, Enamel

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel, George Nakashima

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of four Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut dining chairs In the manner of George Nakashima By Kipp Stewart for Drexel, "Declaration" Collection USA, 1960s Measures...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Tai Ming Burl Wood Nightstands by Drexel, Asian Modern Style, 1970s
Pair of Tai Ming Burl Wood Nightstands by Drexel, Asian Modern Style, 1970s

Pair of Tai Ming Burl Wood Nightstands by Drexel, Asian Modern Style, 1970s

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A handsome pair of Tai Ming nightstands by Drexel, produced as part of the company’s celebrated Asian-inspired Tai Ming collection in the 1970s. These cabinets beautifully blend trad...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Barney Flagg for Drexel Parallel Mid-Century Walnut and Cane Credenza and Hutch
Barney Flagg for Drexel Parallel Mid-Century Walnut and Cane Credenza and Hutch

Barney Flagg for Drexel Parallel Mid-Century Walnut and Cane Credenza and Hutch

By Barney Flagg, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning and highly collectible Mid-Century Modern credenza and hutch from Drexel's iconic Parallel collection, designed by renowned American designer Barney Flagg. Introduced in t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Cane, Walnut

Vintage Drexel Heritage Cherry American Chippendale Style Pierced Dining Chairs
Vintage Drexel Heritage Cherry American Chippendale Style Pierced Dining Chairs

Vintage Drexel Heritage Cherry American Chippendale Style Pierced Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage set of six Drexel dining chairs. Made of cherry featuring American Chippendale styling with a pierced reticulated back splat and quatrefoil style fabric. Dimensions: 24" x ...

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1980s American Chippendale Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Fabric, Cherry

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Highboy Dresser, 1956
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Highboy Dresser, 1956

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Highboy Dresser, 1956

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser By Drexel USA, 1956 Carved cream lacquered walnut, with olive green and gold gilt trim, and original brass hardware. ...

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1950s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

By John Van Koert, Drexel

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.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

Drexel Mid-Century French Provincial Style Oak Bedside Tables, Pair
Drexel Mid-Century French Provincial Style Oak Bedside Tables, Pair

Drexel Mid-Century French Provincial Style Oak Bedside Tables, Pair

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of Drexel Mid-Century French Provincial Style Oak Bedside Tables Measures 25.5" in width, 17" in depth and 24" in height. Both have same color tone stain tone. Just photo lig...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Oak

1970s Stately Chinoiserie China Cabinet From Heritage/Drexel Heritage
1970s Stately Chinoiserie China Cabinet From Heritage/Drexel Heritage

1970s Stately Chinoiserie China Cabinet From Heritage/Drexel Heritage

By Drexel

Located in North Canton, OH

The Flagship piece in Drexel's Chinoiserie Dynasty Collection China Cabinets. This Gorgeous piece features a mixture of woods, hand painted scenes and iconic brass hardware. In the d...

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1970s North American Chinoiserie Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Oval Round Expandable Dining Table Drexel Heritage
Mid-Century Modern Oval Round Expandable Dining Table Drexel Heritage

Mid-Century Modern Oval Round Expandable Dining Table Drexel Heritage

By Drexel, Heritage-Henredon

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage mid-century modern expandable oval wooden dining table. It begins as a compact round shape and expands horizontally oval shape, using insertable w...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Mahogany

Barney Flagg for Drexel 'Parallel' Mid-Century Walnut Credenza
Barney Flagg for Drexel 'Parallel' Mid-Century Walnut Credenza

Barney Flagg for Drexel 'Parallel' Mid-Century Walnut Credenza

By Drexel, Barney Flagg

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A timeless icon of American Mid-Century Modern design, this Barney Flagg for Drexel "Parallel" walnut credenza showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and architectural styling that ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Barney Flagg for Drexel Midcentury Walnut Dining Chairs set of Six
Barney Flagg for Drexel Midcentury Walnut Dining Chairs set of Six

Barney Flagg for Drexel Midcentury Walnut Dining Chairs set of Six

By Barney Flagg, Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This elegant set of six Midcentury Modern dining chairs was designed by Barney Flagg for Drexel, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and thoughtful proportions that define American ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Black & Gold Square Coffee Table, Drexel Et Cetera
Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Black & Gold Square Coffee Table, Drexel Et Cetera

Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Black & Gold Square Coffee Table, Drexel Et Cetera

By Drexel

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Large square Hollywood Regency style burl wood and glass coffee table by Drexel Furniture. This sculptural cocktail table features original gloss black...

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1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

2 Drexel Heritage Grand Tour Mid Century Oak Slate Side Tables Sculpture Stand
2 Drexel Heritage Grand Tour Mid Century Oak Slate Side Tables Sculpture Stand

2 Drexel Heritage Grand Tour Mid Century Oak Slate Side Tables Sculpture Stand

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of 1960s Drexel Grand Tour pedestal side tables. Made from oak with inset slate top over a central column with round carved medallion and stepped plinth base. Marked along underside Heritage Grand Tour, 23-507-43. Great for use as end tables, pushed together for use as a coffee table or sculpture / plant stands...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Slate

Rosewood and Chrome Drexel Index Writing Desk Library Table, circa 1970s
Rosewood and Chrome Drexel Index Writing Desk Library Table, circa 1970s

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Chrome

Mid Century Drexel Declaration Dresser by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall
Mid Century Drexel Declaration Dresser by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall

Mid Century Drexel Declaration Dresser by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional six drawer chest of drawers designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall, for Drexel as part of the iconic Declaration series, circa 1950/60’s. The dresser features t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Walnut

MCM Walnut "Declaration" Single Drawer Corner Desk by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
MCM Walnut "Declaration" Single Drawer Corner Desk by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

MCM Walnut "Declaration" Single Drawer Corner Desk by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in San Diego, CA

Super rare and fabulous MCM single drawer walnut corner desk designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel’s "Declaration Collection", circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage c...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency high back dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Sculpted walnut frames, with orange upholstered seats. D...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Drexel Heritage French Empire Carved Fruitwood Lingerie Chest or Semainier
Drexel Heritage French Empire Carved Fruitwood Lingerie Chest or Semainier

Drexel Heritage French Empire Carved Fruitwood Lingerie Chest or Semainier

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Empire or Louis XVI style highboy dresser, lingerie chest, or semainier By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa Late 20th Century Fruitwood, with carved columns, and origi...

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Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Tall Boy Dresser, Walnut, Hollywood Regency Style, USA, 1970
Drexel Tall Boy Dresser, Walnut, Hollywood Regency Style, USA, 1970

Drexel Tall Boy Dresser, Walnut, Hollywood Regency Style, USA, 1970

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Drexel Tall Boy 6 Drawer Dresser from the Treasury Collection. Traditional in so many ways with a touch of updating that brings it up to speed! Plenty of Storage! All original con...

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut extension dining table By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1956 Measures: 62"W x 40"D x 29.25"H. Extends...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Drexel Burl wood butler’s tray table
Vintage Drexel Burl wood butler’s tray table

Vintage Drexel Burl wood butler’s tray table

By Drexel

Located in Miami, FL

Drexel et cetera Hollywood regency Burl wood butler’s tray table.

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Side Chairs or Dining Chairs
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Side Chairs or Dining Chairs

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Side Chairs or Dining Chairs

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, George Nakashima

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of George Nakashima By Kipp Stewart for Drexel, "Declaration" Collection USA, 1960...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Pr. Barcelona Style Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
Pr. Barcelona Style Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

Pr. Barcelona Style Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in New York, NY

Rare pair of Barcelona style lounge chairs, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Like the iconic Mies chair, but the American designed and made version. These chairs are actually mu...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Chrome

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Walnut End Table for Drexel
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Walnut End Table for Drexel

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Walnut End Table for Drexel

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid century modern side table in walnut from the Declaration collection designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall for Drexel Furniture Company, circa 1960's. This piece featur...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Refinished Mid-Century Drexel Consulate Series Fruitwood Walnut Dining Table
Refinished Mid-Century Drexel Consulate Series Fruitwood Walnut Dining Table

Refinished Mid-Century Drexel Consulate Series Fruitwood Walnut Dining Table

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century Drexel Consulate Series French Walnut Dining Table with two extension leaves. Newly and professionally refinished by a master refinisher. All solid American Walnut. Meas...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Kipp Stewart for Drexel, "Declaration" Line USA, 1957 Gorgeous book-matched walnut top, with sculpted solid walnut leg...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Set of Six Mid Century Profile Dining Chairs by John Van Koert  for Drexel 1950s
Set of Six Mid Century Profile Dining Chairs by John Van Koert  for Drexel 1950s

Set of Six Mid Century Profile Dining Chairs by John Van Koert for Drexel 1950s

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in New York, NY

Nice clean set of Mid Century Dining chairs, designed by John Van Koert for Drexel as part of their Profile series. This set consists of six chairs, two arm, and four side chairs. A...

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Mid-20th Century Drexel Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Lingerie Chest or Semainier
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Lingerie Chest or Semainier

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Lingerie Chest or Semainier

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XV style six-drawer lingerie chest or semainier By Drexel Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware...

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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Georgian Banded Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table
Drexel Heritage Georgian Banded Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table

Drexel Heritage Georgian Banded Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Georgian or Regency style double pedestal extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous banded mahogany top, with carved mahogany pedestals, a...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Back Dining Chairs, Six
Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Back Dining Chairs, Six

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Back Dining Chairs, Six

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs By Drexel, "Esperanto Collection" USA, 1970s Carved solid walnut frames, with caned backs and upholstered seats....

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1970s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Drexel, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Drexel, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Drexel, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s

By Drexel

Located in High Point, NC

A dark-stained oak and white fabric sofa produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 35” H x 79” W x 30.75” D Seat Height (inches): 18” Arm Height (inches): 28.25" All items s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful mid-century Hollywood Regency Campaign style split pedestal extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, 1970s Gorgeous book-matched pecan wood, with brass accents o...

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert Walnut Bachelor Chest or Nightstand, Circa 1960s
John Van Koert Walnut Bachelor Chest or Nightstand, Circa 1960s

John Van Koert Walnut Bachelor Chest or Nightstand, Circa 1960s

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern three-drawer nightstand or bachelor chest By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, Circa 1960s Sculpted walnut, with original...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Sideboard or Bar Cabinet

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Sideboard or Bar Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 78"W x 19"D x 30...

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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Art Deco Inspired Pair of Black Leather Club or Lounge Chairs
Drexel Heritage Art Deco Inspired Pair of Black Leather Club or Lounge Chairs

Drexel Heritage Art Deco Inspired Pair of Black Leather Club or Lounge Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These heirloom quality top grain black leather chairs are as stylish as they are comfortable. Pleated and tailored leather details, wonderful proportions, and superior quality materi...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Leather

Drexel, Side Tables, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Drexel, Side Tables, Walnut, USA, 1950s

Drexel, Side Tables, Walnut, USA, 1950s

By Drexel

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of walnut side tables designed and produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Wear to wood consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.0"H x 16.0"W x 16.0"D All ite...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Drexel Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut Nightstand, 1960s
Drexel Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut Nightstand, 1960s

Drexel Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut Nightstand, 1960s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Spanish Colonial style nightstand By Drexel, "Esperanto Collection" USA, 1960s Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 26"W x 18"D x 24.25"H. Good orig...

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1960s American Spanish Colonial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet
Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet

Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune console or bar cabinet By Drexel Heritage, Late 20th Century Hand painted wood case, with faux marble top, and original ...

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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Declaration Nightstands by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
Pair of Declaration Nightstands by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

Pair of Declaration Nightstands by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Stewart MacDougall, Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is an exceptional pair of all original Mid-Century Modern nightstands side tables, designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall for Drexel furniture. They are part of the Decl...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Nightstand, 1970s
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Nightstand, 1970s

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Nightstand, 1970s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or nightstand By Drexel Heritage USA, 1970s Cream lacquered walnut, with original hand painted floral design, and original pain...

Category

1970s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

American Mid Century Solid sculpted walnut Headboard by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
American Mid Century Solid sculpted walnut Headboard by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

American Mid Century Solid sculpted walnut Headboard by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful sculpted solid walnut headboard designed by Kipp Stewart circa 1950's great condition beautiful grain and design for a full size bed a piece of art that will enhace any room .

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

MCM Drexel Declaration Full Size Headboard by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
MCM Drexel Declaration Full Size Headboard by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

MCM Drexel Declaration Full Size Headboard by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage MCM or Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration full size walnut headboard by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. A chip on the back of one leg has been repaired. It has been cleaned and re-Danish oiled. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s. We have a DECLARATION to make!!! A DREXEL declaration, that is!! We have a stunning vintage mid-century modern Drexel Declaration full size walnut headboard designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall to offer to you!!! It is comprised of gorgeous walnut with stunning wood grain and features wonderful, cut out sculpted slats across the front of headboard and a lower stretcher. You’ll just need a Hollywood frame to complete it OR hang it on the wall! Modern box springs & mattresses are taller than they used to be and it’s a fabulous way to show off the headboard! It is going to add just the right splash of mid-century modern magnificence to any bedroom in your home where you will be sure to sleep in stylish splendor. Kipp Stewart, a celebrated American designer, born in 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania did not lead a charmed childhood. Sent to California to live with distant relatives at a young age, you could call him a self-made man. His furniture designing fate was sealed at 15 when hitchhiking to school he passed a storefront shop and studio on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles with pencil industrial drawings in the windows and fell in love with them. Kipp worked hard, turning down a track and field scholarship at USC and instead enrolled at Chouinard Art Institute in the late 1940s. Again, he worked very hard days and nights becoming a renowned artist, architect, and award-winning designer. He currently resides in Carmel, California and is still painting. Alexander Stewart Orton MacDougall was born in the late 1920s in Pasadena and grew up in a Green and Green house which he credits for his fascination and love of design. Judged early with a learning disability which he obviously overcame, Stewart attended Chouinard Art Institute after a short time in the Navy. He then went to work for Victor Gruen and Associates where he met his mentor Rudolf Baumfeld who had studied under Le Courbusier...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Wall Mirror with Brass Trim and Walnut, Mid-Century 1955
Drexel Wall Mirror with Brass Trim and Walnut, Mid-Century 1955

Drexel Wall Mirror with Brass Trim and Walnut, Mid-Century 1955

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Large Drexel wall mirror with bottom ledge and brass trim. Unique design that I have not seen before! Came with a complete Drexel bedroom set that I have since sold and the mirror w...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern dresser or credenza By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1961 Sculpted walnut, with original hardware. Measures: 52"W x...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size
Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size

Mid-Century Storage Headboard by Drexel Declaration- Full Size

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Trenton, NJ

Timeless design meets everyday functionality in this Mid-Century Full-Size Drop Front Storage Headboard, attributed to Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration. A masterful blend of beaut...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Four Federal Style Drexel Travis Court Dining Chairs, 1940s
Four Federal Style Drexel Travis Court Dining Chairs, 1940s

Four Federal Style Drexel Travis Court Dining Chairs, 1940s

By Drexel

Located in Raymondville, TX

A vintage set of four federal style dining side chairs from Drexel's New Travis Court collection circa 1946. These klismos style chairs feature an x-form and scrolled back, saber leg...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Chenille, Mahogany

Drexel furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Drexel 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 Drexel furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Drexel were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Henredon, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and Lane Furniture. Prices for Drexel furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $296 and can go as high as $16,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,230.
Questions About Drexel Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Furniture was known for the use of oak wood, native to the area in North Carolina where the company was based. Their attention to quality and detail highlighted the beauty of the wood they used. Browse a variety of Drexel Furniture pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    What a shaggy rug is called varies. Many people refer to these types of floor coverings as high-pile rugs, as pile is the name for the soft fibers that form the surface of rugs. You may also sometimes see people refer to high-pile rugs as shag rugs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of rugs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 3, 2025
    Yes, Drexel Furniture and Drexel Heritage are the same company. While vintage Drexel Furniture dining tables, dressers and other pieces remain highly desirable for enthusiasts of mid-century modern design, the manufacturer was actually established in the early 1900s in the foothills of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains.

    Drexel changed hands and visions throughout the years. It was managed by one of the original partners — Samuel Huffman — until 1935, at which time his son Robert O. Huffman took over as president. It was then that the company began to expand, with several acquisitions of competitors in the 1950s, including Morganton, Table Rock Furniture, the Heritage Furniture Co.

    During the 1960s, after being acquired by the Furnishings Group of Champion International, the company’s name was changed to Drexel Heritage. In 2018, the Heritage Home Group, which was formed years earlier by KPS Capital Partners when it acquired Drexel Heritage and other manufacturers such as Lane and Broyhill, filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations. Production of Drexel furniture never resumed.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To know if your Drexel furniture is vintage, examine its serial number, which you will usually find in a hidden spot, such as beneath a tabletop or on the back or bottom of a casegood. By cross-referencing this number with information available on trusted online resources, you should be able to estimate the year of production. Drexel furniture produced more than 20 years ago would qualify as vintage. If you need assistance with dating your piece, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify Drexel furniture, search your piece for maker's markings. They may be on the back or base, inside of a drawer or under a tabletop or seat. Most pieces will display the Drexel brand name. Other information is often included in the stamp. For example, you will sometimes see the date of production listed either backward or forward and/or a style or collection name. By looking up this information in trusted online resources, you can learn more about your piece. An alternative approach is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect your furniture. Explore a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2024
    Yes, Drexel Furniture is good quality, and owing to the commendable level of craftsmanship that characterizes the company's work, Drexel's furnishings typically retain or increase in value over time. Vintage Drexel dining tables, dressers and other pieces remain highly desirable for enthusiasts of mid-century modern design.

    The North Carolina manufacturer initially became known for pieces inspired by historic European furniture. In the postwar era, Drexel adapted to changing tastes and embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut. The Profile and Projection collections of the period, designed with sculptural shapes by John Van Koert, also see demand on today’s secondary market. 

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  • 1stDibs ExpertJuly 9, 2024
    What happened to the Drexel Heritage furniture company was that the brand went out of business. In 2014, the last plant operated by Drexel Heritage — known to mid-century modern furniture collectors as Drexel Furniture — closed its doors. The North Carolina company rebranded as Drexel in 2017. Then, in 2018, the Heritage Home Group, which was formed years earlier by an equity investor called KPS Capital Partners when it acquired Drexel Heritage and other manufacturers such as Lane and Broyhill, filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations. Production of Drexel furniture never resumed.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Drexel Touraine is a line of furniture produced by Drexel Furniture. The pieces reflect the stylistic elements of the French Provincial style, and the company manufactured them from the mid-1950s through the mid-1960s. In the postwar era, North Carolina’s Drexel Furniture also embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut, and the Profile and Projection collections designed with sculptural shapes by John Van Koert. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Heritage no longer makes furniture and the company has gone out of business. The last company to own Drexel was Heritage Home Group who filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2018. It has since gone out of business and sold its headquarters and showroom. Shop a collection of authentic Drexel furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    No, Drexel furniture is not still in business. In 2014, the last Drexel Heritage plant in Morganton, North Carolina, reportedly closed its doors. The company was purchased by United Furniture and rebranded as Drexel in 2017. Then, in 2018, United Furniture's parent company, Heritage Home Group, filed for bankruptcy, and Drexel ceased production. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Drexel Heritage furniture is considered quality is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, the company does produce pieces from carefully selected materials. Many made decades ago still remain in good condition today. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Drexel Heritage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Drexel Heritage is indeed high-end furniture. High-end furniture is made using the highest quality materials with the best in craftsmanship and Drexel Heritage furniture is no exception. Shop a collection of Drexel Heritage furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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