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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
Expertly Restored - John Van Koert “Profile” Two-Tier Side Tables for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
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

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Wood, Walnut

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of six of Chippendale or Georgian style dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Late 20th Century Carved solid mahogany frames, with ivory Damask upholstered seat...
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

John Van Koert, Bench, Walnut, Iron, USA, 1950s
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and bronze-painted iron bench or coffee table designed by John Van Koert and produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.0"H x 74.0"W x 16.625"D Sea...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Iron

Expertly Restored- Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Tulip Side Table 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

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Sculpted walnut frames, with cane backs and leather upholstered seats. Dimensions: Side chairs...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Leather, Cane, Walnut

Drexel, Nightstands, Maple, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple and metal nightstands produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.25"H x 16.0"W x 21.0"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Metal

Drexel Provincial Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream King Size Headboard
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
A Drexel Provincial Style Mahogany and Partial Gilt and Cream king size headboard Measures 78" in width , 37" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Drexel Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Mahogany, Paint

Drexel Heritage Georgian Banded Flame Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table, Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Chippendale style double pedestal extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous book-matched flame mahogany top, with satinwood ba...
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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Night Stands
By Barney Flagg, 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 design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Pair Drexel Provincial Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream Bedside Chests
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of mid Century Drexel Provincial Style Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream painted bedside chest of drawers / Nightstands. Measures 24"...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Drexel Furniture

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Hardwood, Mahogany, Paint

Stereo Record Cabinet by Edward Wormley / Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted two door stereo record cabinet in mahogany with a medium toned walnut finish having brass pulls . Inside the olive green painted finish gives the piece a stunning...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Style Twin Headboards by Drexel - A Pair
By Drexel
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Chippendale style twin headboards made by Drexel Heritage Furnishings, Inc. Mahogany frames are carved with serpentine crest rails, and each have two pierced, chair back su...
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1980s American Chippendale Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Large John Van Koert coffee Table
By Drexel, John Van Koert
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

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Walnut

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

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Brass

Drexel Heritage 'Devoncourt' Adams Style Mahogany Armoire TV Media Cabinet 89"
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite Drexel Heritage Devoncourt Adams Style TV Armoire, circa 1980s Made from mahogany with elegant matchbook veneered from ornately ...
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1980s American Adam Style Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Mahogany, Paint

1950's Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Spindle Back Bench
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exceptional mid 20th century spindle back bench designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Furniture. Constructed of solid walnut the bench features hand carved ba...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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Brass

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

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Leather, Wood

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
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 design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Porcelain

Barney Flagg for Drexel 1962 Parallel Hutch
By Drexel, Barney Flagg
Located in South Charleston, WV
Barney Flagg for Drexel, Parallel Series. Produced 1962. China Cabinet, hutch and display case with buffet style ledge and storage. Measures 70" tall, 46" wide and 17,75" deep. In am...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Campaign Highboy Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Drexel
Located in Fulton, CA
A Drexel Campaign style highboy chest of drawers. Circa. 1970's. Quality materials and craftsmanship with solid oak interior wood and dovetail construction. Inset brass pulls. Drawer...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

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Oak

1970s Drexel Chinoiserie Red Lacquer and Brass Chest on Stand
By Drexel
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage Asian standing box by Drexel Heritage, circa the 1970s. Hand-painted with traditional Chinese figures and landscape scenes, it features rich re...
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1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Hardwood, Lacquer

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Triple Dresser, 1970s
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style long dresser or credenza By Drexel Heritage, "Brittany Collection" USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 80"W x 20.88"D x 31.13"H. Carved walnut ...
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1970s American Louis XV Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

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...
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1970s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Brass

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Dining Armchairs
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern high back dining armchairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Sculpted walnut frames, with cane backs and upholstered seats. Measures: 22"W...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Chinoiserie Mahogany Sideboard
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Drexel Heritage Philippines, 21st Century Mahogany, with black lacquered and gold gilt detai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Louis XVI Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored -Mid-Century "Parallel" Side Tables by Barney Flagg for Drexel
By Drexel, Barney Flagg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Barney Flagg for Drexel, these Parallel side tables showcase the designer’s keen eye for detail and innovative use of materials. The striking book-matched veneer top crea...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Drexel Mid-Century Mahogany Bedside Table
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Drexel Mid-Century Mahogany Tiered single drawer Bedside Table Measures 20" in width, 17" in depth, 25" in height. LOower Tier Clerance is 9.25".
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Burled Mahogany Lighted Bookcase
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style lighted bookcase, display cabinet, bar cabinet, or dining cabinet By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Beautiful burl...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Fully Upholstered leather lounge Parsons chairs Maroon
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Modern Fully Upholstered leather lounge Parsons chairs in Maroon by Drexel. These modern chairs feature a unique Design with soft leather and comfortable seat. Made Circa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Leather, Wood

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

Materials

Oak

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

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut 2-Piece China Cabinet
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut 2-Piece China Cabinet. Featuring a straight line two piece design, display cabinet top with four glass doors that o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Milk Glass, Wood, Walnut

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Baby Blue Painted Framed Wall Mirror, 1960s
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish French Provincial Louis XV style framed wall mirror By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut frame in original baby blue painted finish, with mirrored glass. Measures: ...
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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Paint

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Walnut Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Regency Louis XVI style walnut extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 56"W x 40"D x 29.13"H. Extends up to 91.5"W with 11.75" leav...
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1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Heritage Table with Leather Inlay
By Drexel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This beautifully crafted wood side table combines classic elegance with rustic charm, making it a versatile addition to any space. The tabletop features a rich leather inlay, offerin...
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Late 20th Century North American Drexel Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstand, Newly Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style nightstand or bedside table By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 17"W x 12.5...
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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak 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 Heritage USA, Circa 1960s Carved oak, with original brass hardware. Measures: 66"W x 18....
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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Drexel Et Cetera Campaign Headboard King
By Drexel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Classic Drexel Campaign headboard from their Et Cetera collection. Gold gilt finish add sophistication and glamour. Campaign styling with sleek hori...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Style Leather Top Writing Desk with Matching Desk Chair
By Drexel
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This lovely Drexel vintage writing desk in the French Louis XV style includes a matching Louis XV style chair and displays lovely French Provincial style having curvaceous cabriole l...
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1970s American Louis XV Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bookshelf Hutch by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Walnut, Porcelain Pulls Designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel in the 1960s, this Mid-Century Modern hutch blends sculptural beauty with everyday utility. Crafted from rich walnut, it features open shelving above and a tambour door cabinet that reveals interior cubbies and a hidden drawer. Just below, a slide-out surface transforms into a compact writing desk—perfect for a laptop or journaling session—adding versatility without sacrificing style. The three spacious drawers with iconic white porcelain pulls offer ample storage, all grounded by clean lines and tapered legs. A versatile piece that works beautifully as a bookcase, bar, or compact desk. Fun Historical Fact: Kipp Stewart believed good design should serve everyday life—he even sketched his ideas during train rides, making this multi-use hutch...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Porcelain, Walnut

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Oak and Burl Wood Dining Table
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1960s Oak, with inlaid burl wood parquet top. Measures: 75.5"W x 45.5"D x 29"...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Burl, Oak

Drexel Heritage ET Cetera Collection Chinoiserie Black Gold & Burl Coffee Table
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent Drexel Heritage ET Cetera collection chinoiserie black & gold painted & burl coffee table with beveled glass insert to...
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1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

1980s Vintage Wooden Drexel Heritage Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful vintage dresser that is just the right size! Drexel Heritage made very high end and durable ever lasting furniture. The brass pul...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Declaration Nightstands by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart, Drexel
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...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Profile by John Van Koert circa 1950
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite set of mid century dining chairs, designed by John Van Koert for the classic Profile series, made by Drexel. Circa 1950's ( 1957 ) the chairs feature a sculpted frame of so...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

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

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1970s Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Burlwood & Brass Nightstands
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful pair of nightstands or end tables was made in the 1970s by Drexel Heritage for their "Avenues" line of bedroom furniture. They each feature two large drawers with two ...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Declaration" Line Walnut Coffee Table/ Bench
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kipp Stewart for Drexel 75" long Walnut Coffee Table. Long and Sleek! Nice Scale and only 16" deep! Original finish shows scratches but overall presents well. Add a cushion to us...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Profiles By Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Mirrored Dresser 20thC
By Drexel
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Modern dresser by Drexel in the Profiles line offers mahogany construction with circular mirror surmounting case having ebonized top over case with drawers of various s...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Tan Leather Top Faux Bamboo 56" Wide Desk Drexel MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Tan Leather Top Faux Bamboo 56" Wide Desk Drexel MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

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: 18”
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

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

1984 Chinoiserie Drexel ET Cetera Line Petite Entertainment or Storage Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible vintage Chinoiserie Drexel Et Cetera Collection petite entertainment or storage cabinet with Ming feet, hand painted scenic designs by Edna Kaylor & brass hardware. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, there were some nicks, dings, & scratches on the finish which have been touched up. The top & door fronts were given a fresh clear coat to blend some of this imperfections in. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1984. Go SHORTY, it’s your Birthday…. Well, even if it’s not, it’s about to feel like it because this fabulous Drexel ET Cetera cabinet is a real GIFT!!!! It is comprised of a shorter or petite (hence; SHORTY lol!!!) deep ebony black frame with wonderful Ming feet embellished with fantastic, intricately hand painted Asian scenes including figures, trees, mountains, streams, and huts or Minka’s in marvelous colors of gold, brown, and green. So beautifully hand composed by Drexel artist Edna Kaylor it feels like a vision in an Oriental paradise. The doors open with brass pulls on brass escutcheons to expose black painted finished inner doors with gold trim details. The top section bears a fixed black painted wood shelf over an open square cut-out meant for a DVD...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dresser or Credenza
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style dresser or credenza By Drexel Heritage, "Devoncourt" Collection USA, Circa 1980s Carved mah...
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Campaign Style Pecan Wood Nightstand or End Table, a Pair
By Drexel
Located in Plainview, NY
A high quality pair of nightstands by Dexel Heritage in campaign style. The Mid-Century pair of nightstands or end -tables are finely crafted of Pecan wood showing very nice wood grain. The nightstands feature a two door cabinet and one drawer for plenty of room to store items. The hardware pulls are original and made of brass. Each nightstand or table is signed inside the drawer and read "By Drexel". The back is also marked by Drexel and dated 10/29 by the manufacturer. The Drexel pair...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Drexel Declaration Ten Drawer Low Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
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

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Walnut

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

Materials

Slate

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands or end tables By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 22"W ...
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1960s American French Provincial 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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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