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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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Creator: Drexel
Drexel Meridian Mid Century Modern Walnut China Display Cabinet Buffet Hutch
Drexel Meridian Mid Century Modern Walnut China Display Cabinet Buffet Hutch

Drexel Meridian Mid Century Modern Walnut China Display Cabinet Buffet Hutch

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Meridian Collection China Cabinet Showcase by Drexel No 964-220-2, Circa 1964. Features a light walnut frame with a stepback glass display portion featuring two sets of double doors...

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

Materials

Walnut

Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart & Stewart M. "Declaration" Bookcase for Drexel
Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart & Stewart M. "Declaration" Bookcase for Drexel

Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart & Stewart M. "Declaration" Bookcase for Drexel

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

2 Drexel Heritage Accolade II Walnut Campaign Linen Press Chifferobe Cabinets
2 Drexel Heritage Accolade II Walnut Campaign Linen Press Chifferobe Cabinets

2 Drexel Heritage Accolade II Walnut Campaign Linen Press Chifferobe Cabinets

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

A pair of vintage Drexel Accolade II clothing armoires, cabinets, closets. Made of walnut featuring Campaign styling with divided upper cubbies over lower chest of drawers with bras...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

a Lovely Walnut coffee Table by Kip Stewart for the Drexel Declaration Line
a Lovely Walnut coffee Table by Kip Stewart for the Drexel Declaration Line

a Lovely Walnut coffee Table by Kip Stewart for the Drexel Declaration Line

By Drexel

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

This is a nice original example from Drexel, designed by Kip Stewart as part of the "Declaration" line from the 1960's. Its in nice original finish, it features a flip top that revea...

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1960s Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Marble, Brass

Drexel Heritage Federal Style American Cherry Breakfront China Display Cabinet
Drexel Heritage Federal Style American Cherry Breakfront China Display Cabinet

Drexel Heritage Federal Style American Cherry Breakfront China Display Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage 1987 Drexel Furniture Breakfront. Features a blend of Chippendale and Federal styling with open pediment trophy finial over an illumined showcase, supported by a lower cabine...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Kipp Stweard Drexel 'Declaration' Walnut & Brass Tall & Long Dresser with Mirror
Kipp Stweard Drexel 'Declaration' Walnut & Brass Tall & Long Dresser with Mirror

Kipp Stweard Drexel 'Declaration' Walnut & Brass Tall & Long Dresser with Mirror

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall, this set was made by Drexel and dubbed the 'Declaration' line. Each dresser features a walnut case with beautiful and smooth flowing ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Mid Century Modern Distressed Walnut Campaign Style Arm Chair
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Modern Distressed Walnut Campaign Style Arm Chair

Drexel Heritage Mid Century Modern Distressed Walnut Campaign Style Arm Chair

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Drexel Heritage Campaign Style Arm Chair, circa 1970s. Features a distressed walnut finish with a curved back and 'x' frame with round brass medallion. Tag along underside. Dimens...

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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Suede, Walnut

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

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Biscayne” Walnut Dresser by Drexel
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Biscayne” Walnut Dresser by Drexel

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Biscayne” Walnut Dresser by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Drexel Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Klismos Regency Style Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Drexel Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Klismos Regency Style Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Drexel Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Klismos Regency Style Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

Set of Six Drexel Furniture Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Klismos Regency Style Dining Chairs. Four side chairs and two scroll arm captain chairs Measure 19.5" in width, 21" in depth...

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Lacquer

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” 10-Drawer Dresser
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” 10-Drawer Dresser

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” 10-Drawer Dresser

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Walnut

MCM Drexel Profile Walnut Desk by John Van Koert
MCM Drexel Profile Walnut Desk by John Van Koert

MCM Drexel Profile Walnut Desk by John Van Koert

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Trenton, NJ

Drexel Profile Walnut Desk by John Van Koert with Integrated Organizer This walnut writing desk is a well-executed example of John Van Koert’s work for Drexel’s Profile series, a li...

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

Materials

Wood

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Fruitwood Triple Dresser, Circa 1960s
Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Fruitwood Triple Dresser, Circa 1960s

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Fruitwood Triple Dresser, Circa 1960s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style triple dresser or credenza By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful carved fruitwood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 70"W x 21"D x ...

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1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large John Van Koert  coffee Table
Large John Van Koert  coffee Table

Large John Van Koert coffee Table

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Charleston, WV

38" wide x 16" tall, large walnut coffee table. John Van Korea for Drexel. This table has been refinished but maintains two flaws (photographed and shown in video), otherwise excelle...

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

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchairs or Dining Captain Chairs
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchairs or Dining Captain Chairs

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchairs or Dining Captain Chairs

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Georgian or Chippendale style armchair or dining captain chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid mahogany frames, with upholstered seats. Measu...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley, Dining Chairs, Wood, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Edward Wormley, Dining Chairs, Wood, Velvet, USA, 1950s

Edward Wormley, Dining Chairs, Wood, Velvet, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in High Point, NC

A set of six wood and green velvet dining room chairs or side chairs designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.75"H x 20.75"W...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Drexel "Profile" Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2
Mid-Century Modern Drexel "Profile" Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2

Mid-Century Modern Drexel "Profile" Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern Drexel “Profile” nightstands, designed by John Van Koert, exemplifies refined American modernism at its best. Crafted from warm, beautifully g...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Oak, with original brass hardware. Shelves...

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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Georgian Mahogany Seven-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished
Drexel Heritage Georgian Mahogany Seven-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished

Drexel Heritage Georgian Mahogany Seven-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style seven-drawer dresser or credenza By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful mahogany, with original brass hardware. Measures: 60"W x 1...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Drexel Parson Style Chairs with Curvaceous Backs Mid Century
Pair of Drexel Parson Style Chairs with Curvaceous Backs Mid Century

Pair of Drexel Parson Style Chairs with Curvaceous Backs Mid Century

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Expertly crafted by Drexel, these mid-century Parsons style chairs feature beautifully curved backs for a beautiful 360 degree vision. Perfect for any modern or vintage-inspired spac...

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

Materials

Upholstery

Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel
Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel

Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Drexel Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specifications: Wood Condition This Milo Baughman dresser for Drexel is in excellent restor...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Ming Treasures Fishbowl Pedestal Base Dining Table Drexel Heritage Round Glass
Ming Treasures Fishbowl Pedestal Base Dining Table Drexel Heritage Round Glass

Ming Treasures Fishbowl Pedestal Base Dining Table Drexel Heritage Round Glass

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

Magnificent vintage Chinoiserie “Ming Treasures” line fishbowl pedestal base dining table by Drexel Heritage Made in Taiwan, hand painted in Hong Kong composed of hand painted & ...

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Late 20th Century Ming Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's
Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century desk, designed by John Van Koert for Drexel, circa 1960's. This stylish desk features a two tier top, the upper section having two sliding doors, that open to rev...

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Drexel Georgian Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Drexel Georgian Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

Drexel Georgian Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Georgian or Regency style double pedestal extension dining table By Drexel USA, 1949 Gorgeous mahogany, with carved solid mahogany pedestals, and brass-capped feet....

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1940s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s
Drexel Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

Drexel Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Drexel USA, 1950s Carved mahogany, with glass front doors, and original brass hardware. Shelves a...

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1950s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Bicentennial Chippendale Mahogany Four Drawers Bedside Chest of Drawers
Drexel Bicentennial Chippendale Mahogany Four Drawers Bedside Chest of Drawers

Drexel Bicentennial Chippendale Mahogany Four Drawers Bedside Chest of Drawers

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

A beautiful bed side chest of drawers / nightstand from the prestigious Drexel's Bi Centennial Collection. Very good vintage condition with few signs of use. Measures 23.5" in widt...

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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Drexel Accolade Campaign Cabinet
Vintage Drexel Accolade Campaign Cabinet

Vintage Drexel Accolade Campaign Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Vintage Campaign style cabinet from the accolade line by Drexel. Item features beautiful wood grain, brass accents, 1 drawer and 1 double door storage cabinet, solid brass hardware, ...

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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Declaration Ten Drawer Low Dresser by Kipp Stewart
Drexel Declaration Ten Drawer Low Dresser by Kipp Stewart

Drexel Declaration Ten Drawer Low Dresser by Kipp Stewart

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut triple dresser from the desirable declaration line designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel in the 1950s. On the right are fou...

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

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burled Mahogany Lighted Bookcase
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burled Mahogany Lighted Bookcase

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burled Mahogany Lighted Bookcase

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style lighted bookcase, display cabinet, bar cabinet, or dining cabinet By Drexel Heritage, "Ming Treasures" Collection ...

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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar
Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Drexel, Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar,. Offered is a handsome mid century blond wood bar cart or serving cart from the Precedent series designed by Edward Wormley ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid Century Modern Two Drawer Nightstands by Drexel
Pair of Mid Century Modern Two Drawer Nightstands by Drexel

Pair of Mid Century Modern Two Drawer Nightstands by Drexel

By Drexel, Milo Baughman

Located in Freehold, NJ

This pair of mid century modern nightstands by Milo Baughman for Drexel feature hardwood construction, maple veneer with original finish, newly refinished tops, two dovetailed drawer...

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

Materials

Chrome

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

Mid Century Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Double Dresser
Mid Century Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Double Dresser

Mid Century Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Double Dresser

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in Baltimore, MD

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern double dresser designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s Declaration Collection, circa 1960’s. Featuring a solid, beautifully grained ...

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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 Kipp Stewart, Drexel

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...

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

Materials

Walnut

MidCentury Walnut Desk Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration
MidCentury Walnut Desk Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration

MidCentury Walnut Desk Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Baltimore, MD

A mid-century desk designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s Declaration Collection, circa 1960’s with incredible form and presence. The desk features a solid, bea...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, 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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror
Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style carved mahogany framed wall mirror By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 29.75"W x 0.75"D x 49"H Very good original vintage condi...

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1980s American Chippendale Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Drexel Georgian Mahogany Bombe Form Bureau With Drop Front Secretary Desk
Drexel Georgian Mahogany Bombe Form Bureau With Drop Front Secretary Desk

Drexel Georgian Mahogany Bombe Form Bureau With Drop Front Secretary Desk

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Drexel USA, 1968 Gorgeous carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...

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1960s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set Six Drexel Consulate Series Walnut Cane Back & Upholstered Dining Chairs
Set Six Drexel Consulate Series Walnut Cane Back & Upholstered Dining Chairs

Set Six Drexel Consulate Series Walnut Cane Back & Upholstered Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

Set of Six Drexel Consulate Series Walnut, Cane Back & Upholstered Dining Chairs All solid American Walnut. Yellow color upholstery. Measures 20" in width, 21" in depth x 38" in he...

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

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert for Drexel - Profile -  Walnut Extension Dining Table - 3 Leaves
John Van Koert for Drexel - Profile -  Walnut Extension Dining Table - 3 Leaves

John Van Koert for Drexel - Profile - Walnut Extension Dining Table - 3 Leaves

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in St. Louis, MO

John Van Koert for Drexel designed sculptural & sophisticated architectural form model K-42-4 dining table, designed as part of the classic Profile series. This large walnut extensio...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage 1970s Drexel Parsons Black and Gold Oil Drop Lacquered Side Tables, Pair
Vintage 1970s Drexel Parsons Black and Gold Oil Drop Lacquered Side Tables, Pair

Vintage 1970s Drexel Parsons Black and Gold Oil Drop Lacquered Side Tables, Pair

By Drexel

Located in Doylestown, PA

Vintage 1970s Drexel black and gold lacquered oil drop finish Parsons rectangular wood side tables. Original finish in a distinctive oil drop technique featuring free-form gold spe...

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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration Nightstand
Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration Nightstand

Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration Nightstand

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

A stunning figured walnut night stand by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line. The top shelf floats above two drawers with handsome porcelai...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Drexel Heritage Modern Large Walnut Framed Beveled Mirror
Drexel Heritage Modern Large Walnut Framed Beveled Mirror

Drexel Heritage Modern Large Walnut Framed Beveled Mirror

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Modern walnut framed large beveled glass mirror. By Drexel Heritage. USA, 1980s Measures: 33.63" W x 1.38" D x 48" H. Very good original vintage condition.

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Mid-Century Drexel Dresser Gentleman’s Chest Meridian Collection
Mid-Century Drexel Dresser Gentleman’s Chest Meridian Collection

Mid-Century Drexel Dresser Gentleman’s Chest Meridian Collection

By Drexel

Located in Baltimore, MD

Stunning MidCentury dresser / gentleman's chest designed by James Bouffard for Drexel circa 1960's from the Meridian collection features a top drawer with divider. Makers Label on th...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Metal

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Carved Oak Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Carved Oak Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Carved Oak Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Drexel Heritage USA, 1970s Carved oak, with glass shelves and original brass hardware...

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1970s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard
Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard

Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard

By Drexel

Located in Annville, PA

A vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard in excellent condition, the top having been recently French polished. Simple yet sophisticated this be...

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Early 2000s American Hepplewhite Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Drexel Georgian Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table,  Refinished
Drexel Georgian Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table,  Refinished

Drexel Georgian Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Refinished

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Georgian or Regency style double pedestal extension dining table By Drexel USA, Circa 1950s Gorgeous book-matched mahogany, with carved solid mahogany pedestals, an...

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1950s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wormley Designed Precedent Credenza by Drexel
Wormley Designed Precedent Credenza by Drexel

Wormley Designed Precedent Credenza by Drexel

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in New York, NY

Impressive credenza, sideboard, server, designed by Edward Wormley, made by Drexel as part of the classic Precedent line. The cabinet features center bank of five drawers, flanked by...

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

Materials

Metal

Chippendale Style Drexel Wall Mirror
Chippendale Style Drexel Wall Mirror

Chippendale Style Drexel Wall Mirror

By Drexel

Located in Bradenton, FL

A Chippendale style wall mirror in mahogany by Drexel Heritage, made for their Collectors Collection. The mirror has a serpentine beveled edge that follows the serpentine inner carve...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Carved mahogany, with glass front doors and original bra...

Category

1970s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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 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 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 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 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
    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 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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