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Drexel Furniture

American

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Drexel  MCM Biscayne Desk in Walnut with White Laminate Top
Drexel  MCM Biscayne Desk in Walnut with White Laminate Top

Drexel MCM Biscayne Desk in Walnut with White Laminate Top

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a stunning MCM desk by Drexel. It.comes from it's Biscayne line of furniture. It's made of a richly grained walnut. The top is white laminate giving this desk a week look of ...

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

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

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

By Drexel, John Van Koert

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

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

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

Walnut Campaign Tray Table By Kipp Stewart And Stewart McDougal For Drexel
Walnut Campaign Tray Table By Kipp Stewart And Stewart McDougal For Drexel

Walnut Campaign Tray Table By Kipp Stewart And Stewart McDougal For Drexel

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Mid-Century Modern folding walnut and glass campaign tray table was created by two designers Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Furniture Company during the late...

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

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Edward Wormley Precedent Collection for Drexel Bar Cart Server in Dark Espresso
Edward Wormley Precedent Collection for Drexel Bar Cart Server in Dark Espresso

Edward Wormley Precedent Collection for Drexel Bar Cart Server in Dark Espresso

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection bar cart or server. Refinished in dark espresso on silver elm with textured glass top and tapered legs on casters. Edward Wormley also ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Glass, Elm

Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Limed Oak FInish
Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Limed Oak FInish

Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Limed Oak FInish

By Drexel

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern lowboy dresser features hardwood construction, oak veneer with original limed oak finish, nine dovetailed drawers with copper accented hardware, and stretcher...

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

Materials

Oak

Burl Front Mid-Century Modern Sideboard By Drexel
Burl Front Mid-Century Modern Sideboard By Drexel

Burl Front Mid-Century Modern Sideboard By Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sophisticated mid-century sideboard manufactured by Drexel, crafted in richly grained walnut. Features clean modern lines with ample storage, including drawers and cabinet space, all...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Lorin Jackson for Drexel Reverse Quatrefoil Base Pedestal Table
Lorin Jackson for Drexel Reverse Quatrefoil Base Pedestal Table

Lorin Jackson for Drexel Reverse Quatrefoil Base Pedestal Table

By Drexel, Lorin Jackson

Located in Chicago, IL

Walnut pedestal dining table with reverse quatrefoil base, designed by Lorin Jackson & Lee Stone for Drexel. Jackson is best known for his designs for Grosfe...

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1960s American Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Drexel Heritage Green & Cream Striped Skirted Lounge Chairs
Pair of Drexel Heritage Green & Cream Striped Skirted Lounge Chairs

Pair of Drexel Heritage Green & Cream Striped Skirted Lounge Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Cookeville, TN

A generous and elegantly tailored pair of Drexel Heritage lounge chairs featuring classic American traditional styling and exceptional comfort. Each chair is upholstered in a refined...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Mid Century Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel
Vintage Mid Century Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel

Vintage Mid Century Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel Vintage MCM Postmodern 6pc modular sectional Sofa Manufactured by Drexel. Comes with two scalloped end armchairs, 3 armless...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fabric

John Van Koert for Drexel Modern Leather Top Desk
John Van Koert for Drexel Modern Leather Top Desk

John Van Koert for Drexel Modern Leather Top Desk

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern American made desk by Drexel featuring a leather top writing surface. Storage drawers and hiding desktop storage with sliding doors. Please confirm location with v...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

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

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

Drexel Declaration Full Headboard by Kipp Stewart, Black Walnut, 1960s
Drexel Declaration Full Headboard by Kipp Stewart, Black Walnut, 1960s

Drexel Declaration Full Headboard by Kipp Stewart, Black Walnut, 1960s

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid-Century Modern full headboard designed by Stewart McDougall & Kipp Stewart for Drexel Furniture Company, circa 1960's. This slatted bed frame is craft...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Walnut Wall Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Walnut Wall Mirror

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Walnut Wall Mirror

By Drexel

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Enhance your home with this authentic Mid-Century Modern Drexel walnut wall mirror, a timeless piece that showcases the clean lines and exceptional craftsmanship Drexel is known for....

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, 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

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. ...

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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Classic Pair of Modernist Armchairs by John Van Koert for Drexel
Classic Pair of Modernist Armchairs by John Van Koert for Drexel

Classic Pair of Modernist Armchairs by John Van Koert for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic pair of modernist armchairs by John Van Koert for Drexe, amazing original condition, solid. Sturdy construction, superior quality, sculpted walnut, extremely comfortable.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Sculptural Walnut Nightstands
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Sculptural Walnut Nightstands

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Sculptural Walnut Nightstands

By Drexel, Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall sculptural walnut nightstands. Nightstands have a single pull-out drawer, white porcelain pulls and a cantilevered lower tier. Nightstands a...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent End Tables
Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent End Tables

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent End Tables

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Buffalo, NY

Refined simplicity designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel. The end tables are part of the Precedent collection that he produced in the 1950s. Professionally restored, stunning off whi...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Executive Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel
Mid Century Executive Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel

Mid Century Executive Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Spectacular Mid Century executive desk designed by John Van Koert for Drexel. It has the maker’s mark in the drawer, (shown in the picture above). This wonderful desk has four drawer...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern
Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern

Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern

By Drexel

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous pair of extremely rare Campaign chests by Drexel for the Oxford Square Collection. We just love the unusual patterns on all sides done with different colored stains and pai...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair
Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, 1992 Carved solid mahogany frames, with ivory Damask upholstered se...

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1990s American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

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, ...

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Late 20th Century American Georgian Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Walnut Server with Hidden Electric Dish Warmer
Walnut Server with Hidden Electric Dish Warmer

Walnut Server with Hidden Electric Dish Warmer

By Harvey Probber, Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid century modern walnut rolling server with built in food warmer. Carved fluted doors two drawers built by Drexel.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair New Alcantera Upholstery Walnut Cube Shape Barrel Back Lounge Chairs MINT!
Pair New Alcantera Upholstery Walnut Cube Shape Barrel Back Lounge Chairs MINT!

Pair New Alcantera Upholstery Walnut Cube Shape Barrel Back Lounge Chairs MINT!

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair New Alcantera Upholstery Oiled Walnut Cube Shape Barrel Wrap Around Back Lounge Chairs MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Set of John Van Koert Chairs by Drexel Furniture, 1950s
Set of John Van Koert Chairs by Drexel Furniture, 1950s

Set of John Van Koert Chairs by Drexel Furniture, 1950s

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Dallas, TX

These incredibly rare stunners by Drexel Furniture Company, part of the "Counterpoint" series, circa 1950s. Designed by John Van Koert, a visionary in mid-century modern design, craf...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury Kipp Stewart for Drexel Dresser Bachelor Chest
Midcentury Kipp Stewart for Drexel Dresser Bachelor Chest

Midcentury Kipp Stewart for Drexel Dresser Bachelor Chest

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in Baltimore, MD

Fabulous Mid-Century Modern dresser bachelor chest designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s Declaration Collection, circa 1960s. Featuring a solid, beautifully grained walnut wood case and frame housing three dovetailed drawers, each is adorned with original brass pulls with walnut inlay, creating a striking contrast to the walnut wood. Maker Stamp (by Drexel) on the inside of the top drawer. A recessed base of round tapered legs and apron provide stabile support while conveying an airy “floating” effect. Additional Maker Stamp (Declaration by Drexel...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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

By Drexel, Henredon, Karl Johan, 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 ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Burl

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

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

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut framed wall mirror In the manner of George Nakashima By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1961 Measures: 38.5"W x ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Drexel Heritage Bamboo Bench Leather Rattan
Drexel Heritage Bamboo Bench Leather Rattan

Drexel Heritage Bamboo Bench Leather Rattan

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 1980s Drexel Heritage Bamboo...

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1990s Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo, Leather

Drexel New Todays Living Mid Century Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Drexel New Todays Living Mid Century Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Drexel New Todays Living Mid Century Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Drexel New Todays living mid century dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 21.25 wide x 21 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 18 inches and arm h...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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 ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Marble

Black Leather Parsons Style Drexel Lounge Chairs
Black Leather Parsons Style Drexel Lounge Chairs

Black Leather Parsons Style Drexel Lounge Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Dallas, TX

It’s all about being stylish and bold! Pair of mid-century modern parsons style barrel back armchairs by Drexel, circa 1970's. This comfortable set has a lot of style featuring solid...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather

Pair of Drexel "Et Cetera" Side Tables
Pair of Drexel "Et Cetera" Side Tables

Pair of Drexel "Et Cetera" Side Tables

By Drexel

Located in Highland, IN

These delightful little side tables by Drexel are from their "Et Cetera" collection and feature tops of smoked glass supported by wooden frames with casters for mobility. Visually li...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style side chairs or dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, 1992 Carved solid mahogany frames, with ivory Damask upholstered seats. ...

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1990s American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for Drexel's "Counterpoint" line in 1956. According to Drexel the collection was inspire...

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

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Set of 6 Vintage Walnut Cane Back Dining Chairs by Drexel
Set of 6 Vintage Walnut Cane Back Dining Chairs by Drexel

Set of 6 Vintage Walnut Cane Back Dining Chairs by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

This ad is for a set of 6 dining chairs by Drexel furniture. The chairs have cane backs and upholstered seats. There are 2 Captain chairs and 4 side chairs. The chairs are made of wa...

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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Set of Six Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs by Drexel Furniture
Set of Six Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs by Drexel Furniture

Set of Six Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs by Drexel Furniture

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant and timeless, this set of six dining chairs by Drexel Furniture showcases the refined craftsmanship and classic design for which the company is known. Crafted from rich walnu...

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

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Candle Stand Side Table
Drexel Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Candle Stand Side Table

Drexel Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Candle Stand Side Table

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

A Drexel Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Candle Stand Side Table with pull out tray. Measures 13" in width, 13" in depth and 24" in height.

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Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchairs, Pair
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchairs, Pair

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchairs, Pair

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel, George Nakashima

Located in South Bend, IN

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

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

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, George Nakashima

Located in South Bend, IN

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Restored Nighstand Chests by Edward Wormley, 1940's
Restored Nighstand Chests by Edward Wormley, 1940's

Restored Nighstand Chests by Edward Wormley, 1940's

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

Located in Dallas, TX

Wonderful bachelor's chest by Edward Wormley for his "Precendent" Collection designed for Drexel in 1947. One of the few collections Wormley produced outside of his work with Dunbar. The stately collection comprised over 100 pieces for each room of the home, featuring proprietary curled bar...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Refinished Mid-Century Drexel Consulate Series Fruitwood Walnut Dining Table

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

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

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

Materials

Walnut

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

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...

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane

Drexel Heritage Georgian Flame Mahogany Flip Top Server or Bar Cabinet
Drexel Heritage Georgian Flame Mahogany Flip Top Server or Bar Cabinet

Drexel Heritage Georgian Flame Mahogany Flip Top Server or Bar Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style flip top rolling buffet server or bar cabinet By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Carved flame mahogany, with original brass hardware. Sh...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Iconic Mid Century Modern Drexel Furniture Brigade Platform Bed on Castors
Iconic Mid Century Modern Drexel Furniture Brigade Platform Bed on Castors

Iconic Mid Century Modern Drexel Furniture Brigade Platform Bed on Castors

By Drexel

Located in West Hartford, CT

Ultra rare and iconic Drexel Twin platform bed from the coveted Brigade line. One of several Campaign style Brigade pieces we have on Dibs this week. Why n...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Rolling Bar Cart
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Rolling Bar Cart

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Rolling Bar Cart

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pistachio green rolling bar cart from the Precedent series by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1960. 3 tiered rolling cart featuring a textured glass top and casters. Precedent by Drexel...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

1980s Drexel Et Cetera Collection Chest of Drawers Chinoiserie
1980s Drexel Et Cetera Collection Chest of Drawers Chinoiserie

1980s Drexel Et Cetera Collection Chest of Drawers Chinoiserie

By Drexel

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents 1980s Drexel Et Cetera Collection Chest of Drawers Chinoiserie 24 h x 41.75 w x 20 d, Drawer 7 h x 14.75 d x 37 w top and bottom Preowned vintage condition Refer to...

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Teak Nightstand by Drexel, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Teak Nightstand by Drexel, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Teak Nightstand by Drexel, 1960s

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Behold the splendor of amber waves of wood grain with this gorgeous teak nightstand from Carolina's Drexel Furniture. Coming from their popular "Modulus" series, its laminated cubbyh...

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

Materials

Metal

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, 1960s
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, 1960s

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, 1960s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style sideboard, bar cabinet, or credenza By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Cream lacquered case, with walnut top, and original brass hardware. Mea...

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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel French Regency Mahogany Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Drexel French Regency Mahogany Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

Drexel French Regency Mahogany Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style carved mahogany extension dining table By Drexel USA, 1958 Measures: 62"W x 42"D x 29.5"H. Extends up to 98"W with three 12" leaves. Pro...

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1950s American Louis XVI Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

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

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of four Mid-Century Modern high back dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Walnut frames, with cane backs and upholstered seats. Measures: 21.25"W x 22...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Vintage Drexel American Treasury Country Pine 2 Tier Nightstands Side Tables Pai
Vintage Drexel American Treasury Country Pine 2 Tier Nightstands Side Tables Pai

Vintage Drexel American Treasury Country Pine 2 Tier Nightstands Side Tables Pai

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of 1960s Drexel Treasury Collection Nightstands. Made from pine and maple in American Colonial / 18th Century styling. Features a two tier form with turned supports, serpentin...

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Mid-20th Century American Country Drexel Furniture

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Drexel
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Drexel

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful mid-century coffee table made by the Drexel furniture company in North Carolina. An ample tabletop with sculpted raised edges highlight the wood's warm, natural grains. A v...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Lowboy Dresser With Travertine Top
Drexel Mid-Century Modern Lowboy Dresser With Travertine Top

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Lowboy Dresser With Travertine Top

By Drexel

Located in Elkton, MD

Vintage Drexel dresser, a true mid-century modern masterpiece. Crafted from high-quality walnut wood with a warm, rich finish, this 1960s piece features sleek lines, elegant recessed...

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

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Walnut

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

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....

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Mid-20th Century American Directoire Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Heritage no longer makes furniture and the company has gone out of business. The last company to own Drexel was Heritage Home Group who filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2018. It has since gone out of business and sold its headquarters and showroom. Shop a collection of authentic Drexel furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    No, Drexel furniture is not still in business. In 2014, the last Drexel Heritage plant in Morganton, North Carolina, reportedly closed its doors. The company was purchased by United Furniture and rebranded as Drexel in 2017. Then, in 2018, United Furniture's parent company, Heritage Home Group, filed for bankruptcy, and Drexel ceased production. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Drexel Heritage furniture is considered quality is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, the company does produce pieces from carefully selected materials. Many made decades ago still remain in good condition today. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Drexel Heritage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Drexel Heritage is indeed high-end furniture. High-end furniture is made using the highest quality materials with the best in craftsmanship and Drexel Heritage furniture is no exception. Shop a collection of Drexel Heritage furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.