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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 Counterpoint Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch
Drexel Counterpoint Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch

Drexel Counterpoint Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch

$3,295

Drexel Counterpoint Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch

By Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Drexel Counterpoint Mid Century Tambour Door Credenza and Hutch The credenza measures: 60 wide x 20 deep x 30.25 inches high The hutch measures: 60 wide x 17.5 deep x 42 inches high...

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

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel
Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel

Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel

$5,400

Mid-Century Modern "Biscayne" Floating Top Walnut Desk by Drexel

By Drexel, Milo Baughman

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This exceptional floating top walnut desk by Drexel represents the pinnacle of 1960s American modernist design. Part of the distinguished Biscayne collection, this piece draws clear ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Campaign Chest of Drawers / Bachelor Chest, Circa 1960s
Drexel Campaign Chest of Drawers / Bachelor Chest, Circa 1960s

Drexel Campaign Chest of Drawers / Bachelor Chest, Circa 1960s

$1,500

Drexel Campaign Chest of Drawers / Bachelor Chest, Circa 1960s

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

Offered is a beautiful 1966 Campaign Chest of drawers / Bachelor campaign Chest in good vintage condition by Drexel. Working dovetail drawers. Measures 34" Wide x 19" Deep x 45.5" Ta...

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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pristine Pair Drexel Heritage Block Front French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
Pristine Pair Drexel Heritage Block Front French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

Pristine Pair Drexel Heritage Block Front French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

$4,500 / set

Pristine Pair Drexel Heritage Block Front French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pristine Pair of Drexel Heritage Block Front French Country Fruitwood Chest of Drawers. All drawers open and close flawlessly. Dimensions: 34" in width, 19" in depth and 31" in hei...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Set of Ten Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Chairs
Set of Ten Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Chairs

Set of Ten Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Chairs

$9,500

Set of Ten Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Chairs

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare set of ten Kipp Stewart chairs. Eight side and two armchairs in solid walnut by Drexel.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Heritage Casa Vida Side Center Drum Table
Drexel Heritage Casa Vida Side Center Drum Table

Drexel Heritage Casa Vida Side Center Drum Table

$636Sale Price|20% Off

Drexel Heritage Casa Vida Side Center Drum Table

By Drexel

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

Category

1980s Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Granite

John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" Mid-Century Headboard
John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" Mid-Century Headboard

John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" Mid-Century Headboard

$700

John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" Mid-Century Headboard

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Crafted in the mid-1950s as part of the celebrated Profile collection designed by John Van Koert for Drexel, this walnut headboard embodies the refined simplicity and architectural c...

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

Materials

Wood

John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished
John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished

John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished

$2,795

John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern dresser, credenza, or sideboard By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1950s Black lacquered walnut, with original brass ha...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

$1,600 / set

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

Chic set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley as part of the classic Precedent Line, for Drexel. The set includes two arm chairs, and four side chairs, they are in very go...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

$998

American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in San Diego, CA

This is a beautiful and rare chair mid century classic design , in solid walnut great condition simple elegant by Drexel part of the Declaration Linenice sculpted back solid and stur...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1960's Jim Peed for Drexel Esperanto High Back Upholstered Open Arm Chairs
1960's Jim Peed for Drexel Esperanto High Back Upholstered Open Arm Chairs

1960's Jim Peed for Drexel Esperanto High Back Upholstered Open Arm Chairs

$1,530 / set

1960's Jim Peed for Drexel Esperanto High Back Upholstered Open Arm Chairs

By Jim Peed, Drexel

Located in West Chester, PA

Pair of tall back open armchairs by Jim Peed for his Esperanto Collection for Drexel featuring unexpected scrolled wings with brass finials, cabriole front legs, raked rear legs and ...

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Mid-20th Century American Other Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Drexel Heritage Chippendale Style Mirror
Vintage Drexel Heritage Chippendale Style Mirror

Vintage Drexel Heritage Chippendale Style Mirror

$1,500

Vintage Drexel Heritage Chippendale Style Mirror

By Drexel

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Beautiful Chippendale mirror by Drexel Heritage. Classic lines with beveled edge mirror. Nice graining.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

2 pc. Mid Century Surfboard Coffee Table by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960’s
2 pc. Mid Century Surfboard Coffee Table by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960’s

2 pc. Mid Century Surfboard Coffee Table by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960’s

$2,000 / set

2 pc. Mid Century Surfboard Coffee Table by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960’s

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in New York, NY

Rare two part coffee table designed by John Van Koert for Drexel Furniture, as part of their class Profile series, circa 1960’s. As the table consists of two separate pieces, it can...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs, set of 6
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs, set of 6

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs, set of 6

$3,800

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs, set of 6

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

Set of 6 Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs, 1950s A beautifully matched set of 6 dining chairs designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for the Drexel Declara...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Painted Chinoiserie Two Doors Server Cabinet by Drexel
Painted Chinoiserie Two Doors Server Cabinet by Drexel

Painted Chinoiserie Two Doors Server Cabinet by Drexel

$2,800

Painted Chinoiserie Two Doors Server Cabinet by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Double door chinoiserie style small credenza server cabinet by Drexel Heritage.

Category

20th Century American Federal Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Modern Black & Burl Drexel Heritage 3 Pc Lighted Wall Display or Vitrine
Vintage Modern Black & Burl Drexel Heritage 3 Pc Lighted Wall Display or Vitrine

Vintage Modern Black & Burl Drexel Heritage 3 Pc Lighted Wall Display or Vitrine

$4,995

Vintage Modern Black & Burl Drexel Heritage 3 Pc Lighted Wall Display or Vitrine

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Modern Drexel Heritage 3 piece lighted wall display, vitrine, or storage unit comprised of black & burl wood, glass front & side doors, glass shelves with double pl...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

$1,380 / set

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...

Category

1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Directoire Style Painted Accent Table with Slide
Vintage Directoire Style Painted Accent Table with Slide

Vintage Directoire Style Painted Accent Table with Slide

$1,250

Vintage Directoire Style Painted Accent Table with Slide

By Drexel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Directoire-style accent table, by Drexel, having an ivory painted finish showing natural wear. Its round top over an apron containing a slide, raised on a trio of sabre legs....

Category

Mid-20th Century American Directoire Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Highboy Dresser
Mid-Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Highboy Dresser

Mid-Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Highboy Dresser

$3,750

Mid-Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Highboy Dresser

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

Mid-Century Modern Kipp Stewart for Drexel “Declaration” Walnut Highboy Dresser, 1960s An iconic piece of American Mid-Century Modern design, this tall chest of drawers was designed...

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

Materials

Brass

Quality Vintage Drexel Mahogany Chest On Chest
Quality Vintage Drexel Mahogany Chest On Chest

Quality Vintage Drexel Mahogany Chest On Chest

$1,895

Quality Vintage Drexel Mahogany Chest On Chest

By Drexel

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Finely crafted as Drexel is known for. The two part chest on chest with a broken bonnet top with urn finial. The top chest with three small drawers, the middle with a carved shell, over four graduated long drawers. The lower chest with one long over three small drawers, the middle one with carved shell. Fine brass bat...

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20th Century American American Classical Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Dining Chairs
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Dining Chairs

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Dining Chairs

$2,995 / set

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern high back dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Sculpted walnut frames, with cane backs and upholstered seats. Measures: 21.2...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Vintage Modern Marble-Top End Table by Drexel
Vintage Modern Marble-Top End Table by Drexel

Vintage Modern Marble-Top End Table by Drexel

$800

Vintage Modern Marble-Top End Table by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish midcentury end table features quality Drexel construction with spacious shelved cabinet storage. Vintage marble-top creates a beautiful contrast with the vintage walnut ...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Marble

Drexel Extendable Top Liquor Cabinet
Drexel Extendable Top Liquor Cabinet

Drexel Extendable Top Liquor Cabinet

$2,400

Drexel Extendable Top Liquor Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in Denton, TX

Drexel Extendable Top Liquor/Bar Cabinet with brass accents. This Piece has a nice finished back so it can easily be floated. This piece can be wheeled around a home with minimal eff...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair
John Van Koert for Drexel Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair

John Van Koert for Drexel Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair

$19,495

John Van Koert for Drexel Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

John Van Koert for Drexel Mid Century Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 24 wide x 24 deep x 20.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. W...

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

DREXEL HERITAGE 3 PIECE MILITARY CAMPAIGN BOOKCASE DISPLAY TV CABINET INC LIGHTs
DREXEL HERITAGE 3 PIECE MILITARY CAMPAIGN BOOKCASE DISPLAY TV CABINET INC LIGHTs

DREXEL HERITAGE 3 PIECE MILITARY CAMPAIGN BOOKCASE DISPLAY TV CABINET INC LIGHTs

$6,207

DREXEL HERITAGE 3 PIECE MILITARY CAMPAIGN BOOKCASE DISPLAY TV CABINET INC LIGHTs

By Drexel

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage suite of Drexel Heritage Furniture mid century modern Military Campaign style display cases with a large central section and spotlights Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A good looking and well made suite, they are super elegant and very stylish, crafted in the Military Campaign style which never goes out of fashion, I have a pair of small matching sideboards listed under my other items with match the central bottom section of this suite This is a modular suite so you can remove the central section top which is simply screwed in, the base unit slides out, you then have two matching display cabinets...

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20th Century English Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

K12 Man's Chest by John Van Koert for Drexel 'Profile' Collection
K12 Man's Chest by John Van Koert for Drexel 'Profile' Collection

K12 Man's Chest by John Van Koert for Drexel 'Profile' Collection

$2,000

K12 Man's Chest by John Van Koert for Drexel 'Profile' Collection

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern K12 Man’s Chest designed by John Van Koert for Drexel’s iconic “Profile” collection, circa 1950s. Crafted in richly grained walnut with sculptural, jewelry-inspire...

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel
Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

$5,200

Mid-Century Modern Vanity Swivel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This swivel vanity chair was designed by American designer Edward Wormley for Drexel's notable Precedent line, one of the few collections Edward Wormley produced outside of his work ...

Category

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

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drexel Desk
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drexel Desk

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drexel Desk

$1,300

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drexel Desk

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful walnut Drexel desk with matte black metal handles. Great piece for any office or bedroom. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - wit...

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

Materials

Walnut

A stunning walnut night stand by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line
A stunning walnut night stand by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line

A stunning walnut night stand by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line

$1,430

A stunning walnut night stand by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line

By Drexel

Located in Houston, TX

A stunning walnut night stand by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line, circa 1960s. The top shelf floats above two drawers with the original white porcelain ball pulls. Overa...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel “Casa Del Sol” Table Bench by John Van Koert Vintage, 1950s
Drexel “Casa Del Sol” Table Bench by John Van Koert Vintage, 1950s

Drexel “Casa Del Sol” Table Bench by John Van Koert Vintage, 1950s

$1,880Sale Price|20% Off

Drexel “Casa Del Sol” Table Bench by John Van Koert Vintage, 1950s

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in San Diego, CA

Designed by John Van Koert for his Casa del Sol Collection and produced by Drexel Furniture in the 1950s. This "Table/Bench" as it is referred to on the makers mark, could be used eq...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Metal

Drexel Accolade 3 drawer Walnut Campaign Chest
Drexel Accolade 3 drawer Walnut Campaign Chest

Drexel Accolade 3 drawer Walnut Campaign Chest

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

Drexel Accolade 3 drawer Walnut Campaign Chest

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a nice looking chest by Drexel. It has 3 drawers and the middle drawer is a double drawer. It's made of walnut and is in a campaign style. The corners and the pulls have bra...

Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Three Drawer Dresser By Drexel Furniture
Vintage Three Drawer Dresser By Drexel Furniture

Vintage Three Drawer Dresser By Drexel Furniture

$800

Vintage Three Drawer Dresser By Drexel Furniture

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This elegant vintage three-drawer dresser by Drexel Furniture showcases the brand’s renowned quality and timeless design. Crafted with attention to detail, it features beautifully fi...

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

Materials

Wood

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

$3,000 / set

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

By John Van Koert, Drexel

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957
Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957

Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957

$950

Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful folding rolling bar cart by Drexel, designed by John van Koert circa 1957. This piece is made of Italian walnut and retains its original finish. I love the removable solid...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1960s Drexel Barney Flagg Walnut Wedge Tripod Table
1960s Drexel Barney Flagg Walnut Wedge Tripod Table

1960s Drexel Barney Flagg Walnut Wedge Tripod Table

$1,310

1960s Drexel Barney Flagg Walnut Wedge Tripod Table

By Barney Flagg, Drexel

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century modern walnut wedge table tripod base designed by Barney Flagg Parallel for Drexel, USA circa the 1960s. Be...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut King Size Headboard
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut King Size Headboard

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut King Size Headboard

$595

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut King Size Headboard

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a rare Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Walnut King Size Headboard. Featuring a straight line design and beautiful walnut finish. This is an exceptional comb...

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Walnut

1960s MCM Wood Design Drexel Round Dining Glass Table and Rattan Chairs Set of 5
1960s MCM Wood Design Drexel Round Dining Glass Table and Rattan Chairs Set of 5

1960s MCM Wood Design Drexel Round Dining Glass Table and Rattan Chairs Set of 5

$7,950 / set

1960s MCM Wood Design Drexel Round Dining Glass Table and Rattan Chairs Set of 5

By Drexel

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1960s with this low profile MCM dining set. The ultra rare set exudes an air of luxury and refine...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Wood

American Mid-Century Modern End Table Travertine by John Van Koert for Drexel
American Mid-Century Modern End Table Travertine by John Van Koert for Drexel

American Mid-Century Modern End Table Travertine by John Van Koert for Drexel

$1,775

American Mid-Century Modern End Table Travertine by John Van Koert for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful And rare end table by Drexel designed by John Van Koert, freshly refinished in chocolate walnut finish with silver-plated polished handles. very clean part of the Drexel Pr...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Dresser Chest by Drexel
Dresser Chest by Drexel

Dresser Chest by Drexel

$2,390

Dresser Chest by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Drexel modernist three drawer dresser chest. Walnut cabinet with pull rings sitting on a brass plates. Fully re-finished. All drawers come with removable lining covered in faux suede.

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Drexel "Pan-Tempo" High-Boy Dresser
Mid-Century Drexel "Pan-Tempo" High-Boy Dresser

Mid-Century Drexel "Pan-Tempo" High-Boy Dresser

$2,000

Mid-Century Drexel "Pan-Tempo" High-Boy Dresser

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Add some mid-century rhythm into any interior space with this eye-catching "Pan-Tempo" dresser made by the highly esteemed Drexel Furniture Company of North Carolina. This high-boy s...

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947
Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947

Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947

$12,500 / set

Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautiful pair of Modern chests by Edward Wormley for Drexel, circa 1947. Expertly constructed in silver elm and finished in cream lacquer. The functional size and scale allow for ...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Fine Flame Mahogany Chippendale Style Wall Mirror by Drexel MINT
Fine Flame Mahogany Chippendale Style Wall Mirror by Drexel MINT

Fine Flame Mahogany Chippendale Style Wall Mirror by Drexel MINT

$2,200

Fine Flame Mahogany Chippendale Style Wall Mirror by Drexel MINT

By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine Flame Mahogany Chippendale Style Wall Mirror by Drexel MINT

Category

20th Century American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Drexel Profile Desk by John Van Koert, Mid-Century Modern, 1955
Drexel Profile Desk by John Van Koert, Mid-Century Modern, 1955

Drexel Profile Desk by John Van Koert, Mid-Century Modern, 1955

$4,855

Drexel Profile Desk by John Van Koert, Mid-Century Modern, 1955

By Drexel, John Van Koert, Edward Wormley

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Yes, in fact that is a new leather desktop. Our team replaced the original Naugahyde surface with genuine black leather. The Drexel Profile walnut and pecan K70 Desk is both a tank...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Mid Century "Parallel" Walnut End Table Commode by Barney Flagg For Drexel
Mid Century "Parallel" Walnut End Table Commode by Barney Flagg For Drexel

Mid Century "Parallel" Walnut End Table Commode by Barney Flagg For Drexel

$2,760

Mid Century "Parallel" Walnut End Table Commode by Barney Flagg For Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Presenting a small, stylish, and understated Mid-Century walnut nightstand part of the "Parallel" collection designed by Barney Flagg for Drexel Furniture. This sleek piece showcases...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Oak

Drexel Esperanto Dining Chairs 1960s Set of 8
Drexel Esperanto Dining Chairs 1960s Set of 8

Drexel Esperanto Dining Chairs 1960s Set of 8

$1,996Sale Price / set|20% Off

Drexel Esperanto Dining Chairs 1960s Set of 8

By Drexel

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

Category

1960s Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Campaign Tray Tables by Stewart MacDougall for Drexel, 1960s, Refinished, Signed
Campaign Tray Tables by Stewart MacDougall for Drexel, 1960s, Refinished, Signed

Campaign Tray Tables by Stewart MacDougall for Drexel, 1960s, Refinished, Signed

$3,250Sale Price / item|27% Off

Campaign Tray Tables by Stewart MacDougall for Drexel, 1960s, Refinished, Signed

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Renowned designers Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart created the folding campaign tray table for Drexel Furniture Company in the 1960s as part of the 'Declaration' line of furnitur...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel French Provincial Chest, 2-Drawer Dresser, Solid Wood, c. 1960s USA
Drexel French Provincial Chest, 2-Drawer Dresser, Solid Wood, c. 1960s USA

Drexel French Provincial Chest, 2-Drawer Dresser, Solid Wood, c. 1960s USA

$1,687

Drexel French Provincial Chest, 2-Drawer Dresser, Solid Wood, c. 1960s USA

By Drexel

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A charming French Provincial chest by Drexel, crafted in the mid-20th century from solid wood and showcasing ornate carved drawer fronts, cabriole legs, and original brass hardware. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Eastrend Pecan and Burl Biedermeier Style Pedestal Cocktail Side Table
Drexel Eastrend Pecan and Burl Biedermeier Style Pedestal Cocktail Side Table

Drexel Eastrend Pecan and Burl Biedermeier Style Pedestal Cocktail Side Table

$1,195

Drexel Eastrend Pecan and Burl Biedermeier Style Pedestal Cocktail Side Table

By Henredon, Karl Johan, Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Chattanooga, TN

In mid‑century formality with modern flair, this Drexel Eastrend occasional table unfolds as a luxurious fusion of Art Deco grandeur, the restrained elegance of Biedermeier, and the ...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Extraordinary Vintage Inlaid Bar Cabinet from Drexel Heritage
Extraordinary Vintage Inlaid Bar Cabinet from Drexel Heritage

Extraordinary Vintage Inlaid Bar Cabinet from Drexel Heritage

$4,450

Extraordinary Vintage Inlaid Bar Cabinet from Drexel Heritage

By Drexel

Located in North Canton, OH

Just a great piece. Very rare to find. Incredible inlaid drop down front, mirrored interior with two drawers below. Nearly Impossible to replicate this piece. Remarkable original vin...

Category

1980s American Art Deco Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Black Lacquer & Brass 'Consensus' Writing Desk by Drexel
Black Lacquer & Brass 'Consensus' Writing Desk by Drexel

Black Lacquer & Brass 'Consensus' Writing Desk by Drexel

$9,970

Black Lacquer & Brass 'Consensus' Writing Desk by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Dallas, TX

This amazing writing desk from the 'Consensus' Collection by Drexel is a MUST HAVE!! Circa, Mid-20th Century. Professionally black lacquered top standing on a brushed brass frame and...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

20th Century Drexel Mahogany Slide Top Rolling Dry Bar Buffet Server
20th Century Drexel Mahogany Slide Top Rolling Dry Bar Buffet Server

20th Century Drexel Mahogany Slide Top Rolling Dry Bar Buffet Server

$1,995

20th Century Drexel Mahogany Slide Top Rolling Dry Bar Buffet Server

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

A 20th Century Drexel Mahogany Slide Top Rolling Dry Bar Buffet Server in great vintage condition edition. Features two top drawer with felt line tray. Measures 38" in width closed, ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Drexel Klismos Caned High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Vintage Drexel Klismos Caned High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Vintage Drexel Klismos Caned High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6

$1,116Sale Price / set|20% Off

Vintage Drexel Klismos Caned High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Drexel

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering one of our recent Palm Beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of A Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern vintage Drexel Klismos leg caned high back...

Category

1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel
High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel

High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel

$2,818

High Style George Washington Double End Desk by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Custom-made high-style bird's-eye maple George Washington double-end desk by Drexel. The desktop features a leather-topped writing surface embossed with gold leaf. There are three pu...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Set of 6 Vintage Chin Hua Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Vintage Chin Hua Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Vintage Chin Hua Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs

$1,639Sale Price / set|31% Off

Set of 6 Vintage Chin Hua Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

6 Drexel heritage Chin Hua side chairs Includes 5 side chairs and 1 armchair Measures: Armchairs 23" W x 18" x 32" H Seat H 17.25", arm H 25.25" Side chairs 20" W x 18" D...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane

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.

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Questions About Drexel Furniture
  • What wood is Drexel Furniture made of?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a shaggy rug called?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Drexel Furniture the same as Drexel Heritage?
    1 Answer
    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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  • How do I know if my Drexel furniture is vintage?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What happened to the Drexel Heritage furniture company?
    1 Answer
    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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  • How do I identify Drexel furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Drexel Furniture good quality?
    1 Answer
    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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  • What is Drexel Touraine?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Does Drexel still make furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Drexel furniture still in business?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Drexel Heritage quality furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is Drexel Heritage considered high end furniture?
    1 Answer
    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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