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

Drexel Esperanto Dining Chairs 1960s Set of 8

$2,495 / set

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 ...

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1960s Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard
Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard

Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard

$3,250

Vintage Drexel Mahogany Sideboard

By Drexel

Located in Annville, PA

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

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Early 2000s American Hepplewhite Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

Restored Nighstand Chests by Edward Wormley, 1940's

$5,950 / set

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

Pair of Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Style Ebonized Paint Decorated Benches
Pair of Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Style Ebonized Paint Decorated Benches

Pair of Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Style Ebonized Paint Decorated Benches

$2,295 / set

Pair of Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Style Ebonized Paint Decorated Benches

By Drexel

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 18 in W: 22 in D: 16 in A beautifully executed pair of Chinoiserie-style benches by Drexel Heritage, showcasing the brand’s celebrated ability to reinterpret classic...

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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Drexel Heritage Corinthian Nightstand Cabinets
Pair of Drexel Heritage Corinthian Nightstand Cabinets

Pair of Drexel Heritage Corinthian Nightstand Cabinets

$3,400 / set

Pair of Drexel Heritage Corinthian Nightstand Cabinets

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

Absolutely stunning Drexel Heritage bedside cabinets in burl Corinthian Elm. These are part of the Corinthian Collection and features a pull-ou...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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

$2,450Sale Price / set|30% Off

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

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

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

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

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile 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

$895

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

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk

$3,295

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut Secretary Desk This secretary desk measures: 38 wide x 17.25 deep x 71.25 high Fair Vintage Condition - Heavy Wear on Writing...

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

Materials

Walnut

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

$1,396Sale Price|30% Off

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

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut King Headboard
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut King Headboard

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut King Headboard

$3,295

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut King Headboard

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Mid Century Walnut King Headboard This headboard measures: 77 wide x 20.5 deep x 41 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition - Very Light Areas o...

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

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Triune Hutch Cabinet, Mahogany, Mid-Century Design, USA, 1960s
Drexel Triune Hutch Cabinet, Mahogany, Mid-Century Design, USA, 1960s

Drexel Triune Hutch Cabinet, Mahogany, Mid-Century Design, USA, 1960s

$4,400

Drexel Triune Hutch Cabinet, Mahogany, Mid-Century Design, USA, 1960s

By Drexel

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A stately hutch cabinet from Drexel’s sought-after Triune collection, crafted in rich mahogany and exuding timeless mid-century elegance with a traditional twist. This tall display p...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

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

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

$995 / set

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

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of 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 22.5"D...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished

$2,995 / set

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 ...

Category

1960s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Chippendale pair Mahogany Sofa Tables 1970s USA
Drexel Chippendale pair Mahogany Sofa Tables 1970s USA

Drexel Chippendale pair Mahogany Sofa Tables 1970s USA

$1,725 / set

Drexel Chippendale pair Mahogany Sofa Tables 1970s USA

By Drexel

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice pair of Georgian style sofa tables .Solid Mahogany . Beautiful warm color on the wood . Manufactured by Drexel Chippendale series .1970s...

Category

1970s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Walnut Dining Chairs, Pair
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Walnut Dining Chairs, Pair

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Walnut Dining Chairs, Pair

$1,295 / set

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Walnut Dining Chairs, Pair

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency high back side chairs or dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Elegant sculpted black lacquered frames, with wa...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Lacquer

Drexel, Nightstands, Maple, Metal, USA, 1950s
Drexel, Nightstands, Maple, Metal, USA, 1950s

Drexel, Nightstands, Maple, Metal, USA, 1950s

$5,800 / set

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.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Metal

Drexel Tea Table w/Shelf and Queen Anne Legs
Drexel Tea Table w/Shelf and Queen Anne Legs

Drexel Tea Table w/Shelf and Queen Anne Legs

$396Sale Price|20% Off

Drexel Tea Table w/Shelf and Queen Anne Legs

By Drexel

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Drexel Tea Table with Queen Anne Legs and pull out shelf.

Category

Late 20th Century Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

$2,200

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers By Drexel Heritage USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 43"W x 19.75"D x 34.13"H. Carved fruitwood, with origi...

Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Trompe-L'oeil Occasional Tables John Dickinson 'Et Cetera' for Drexel
Trompe-L'oeil Occasional Tables John Dickinson 'Et Cetera' for Drexel

Trompe-L'oeil Occasional Tables John Dickinson 'Et Cetera' for Drexel

$6,500 / set

Trompe-L'oeil Occasional Tables John Dickinson 'Et Cetera' for Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1920 - 1982 California design. Rare set. Probably custom or limited. Dickinson's Et Cetera line for Drexel were pieces made in the faux / Trompe-l'oeil style. For example, these tab...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Slate, Metal

Bedroom Dresser Lowboy Faux Bamboo and Rattan Dresser by Drexel with Mirrors
Bedroom Dresser Lowboy Faux Bamboo and Rattan Dresser by Drexel with Mirrors

Bedroom Dresser Lowboy Faux Bamboo and Rattan Dresser by Drexel with Mirrors

$1,860

Bedroom Dresser Lowboy Faux Bamboo and Rattan Dresser by Drexel with Mirrors

By Drexel

Located in Rochester, NY

This piece is in stunning vintage condition. Rattan and faux bamboo design are classic and the workmanship that went into this piece is awe inspiring. Please see other listings for a...

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

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Rattan

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chair, Circa 1970s
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chair, Circa 1970s

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chair, Circa 1970s

$595 / item

Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chair, Circa 1970s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern high back side chair or dining chair By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Walnut frame, with cane back and upholstered seat. Measures: 21.25"W x 22.5...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Declaration" Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs
Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Declaration" Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Declaration" Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs

$4,000 / set

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Declaration" Sculpted Walnut Dining Chairs

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Celebrate the elegance of American mid-century design with this stunning set of Six "Declaration" dining chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, crafted circa 1960. A hallmark of Drexel’s...

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

Materials

Wood

Drexel Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Fretwork Rattan Tall Chest Dresser
Drexel Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Fretwork Rattan Tall Chest Dresser

Drexel Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Fretwork Rattan Tall Chest Dresser

$1,250

Drexel Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Fretwork Rattan Tall Chest Dresser

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Fretwork Rattan Tall Chest Dresser Cabinet by...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Drexel Mid-Century Mahogany Bedside Table
Drexel Mid-Century Mahogany Bedside Table

Drexel Mid-Century Mahogany Bedside Table

$696Sale Price|30% Off

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".

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

Chinoiserie Oak Cube Coffee Table w/Glass Top Sketchbook Collection by Drexel
Chinoiserie Oak Cube Coffee Table w/Glass Top Sketchbook Collection by Drexel

Chinoiserie Oak Cube Coffee Table w/Glass Top Sketchbook Collection by Drexel

$2,495

Chinoiserie Oak Cube Coffee Table w/Glass Top Sketchbook Collection by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage Chinoiserie oak cube coffee table with irregular octagon compound beveled glass top from the Sketchbook Collection by Drexel Heritage. Beautiful condition, keeping i...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Drexel Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak

1970s Drexel Double Tier One Drawer Nightstands or End Tables
1970s Drexel Double Tier One Drawer Nightstands or End Tables

1970s Drexel Double Tier One Drawer Nightstands or End Tables

$2,650 / set

1970s Drexel Double Tier One Drawer Nightstands or End Tables

By Drexel

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite nightstand set. The ultra rare set exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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

$875Sale Price|30% Off

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Slate

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror

$895

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Wall Mirror

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style carved mahogany framed wall mirror By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 27"W x 1.5"D x 47.75"H Very good original vintage condit...

Category

1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Campaign Sculpted Walnut Nightstand, Circa 1960s
Drexel Mid-Century Modern Campaign Sculpted Walnut Nightstand, Circa 1960s

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Campaign Sculpted Walnut Nightstand, Circa 1960s

$1,295

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Campaign Sculpted Walnut Nightstand, Circa 1960s

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Campaign style sculpted walnut nightstand By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 25"W x 18"D x 23.13"H. Very good original vintage condition.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

MidCentury Pair of Nightstands/Side Tables Drexel Modulus Collection
MidCentury Pair of Nightstands/Side Tables Drexel Modulus Collection

MidCentury Pair of Nightstands/Side Tables Drexel Modulus Collection

$1,895 / set

MidCentury Pair of Nightstands/Side Tables Drexel Modulus Collection

By Drexel

Located in Baltimore, MD

Fabulous Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands/ side tables by Drexel furniture from their Modulus collection a beautiful example of American craftsmanship. Expertly crafted, these ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

Drexel Brass Mount Fruitwood Fold-Top Mini Bar with French Doors
Drexel Brass Mount Fruitwood Fold-Top Mini Bar with French Doors

Drexel Brass Mount Fruitwood Fold-Top Mini Bar with French Doors

$875Sale Price|30% Off

Drexel Brass Mount Fruitwood Fold-Top Mini Bar with French Doors

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

A gorgeous Drexel Brass Mount Fruitwood Fold-Top Mini Bar with double French Doors. Very good vintage condition. Measures 30" in width, 60" in widt...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet
Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet

Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Mid Century Modern breakfront cabinet by Drexel of the Profiles line offers glass upper over mahogany and ebonized cabinet base, maker label as photographed, 20thC Measures- 80''H...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Ming Treasures Yoke Back Gold/Silver Leaf Dining Chairs by Drexel Heritage Set o
Ming Treasures Yoke Back Gold/Silver Leaf Dining Chairs by Drexel Heritage Set o

Ming Treasures Yoke Back Gold/Silver Leaf Dining Chairs by Drexel Heritage Set o

$4,995 / set

Ming Treasures Yoke Back Gold/Silver Leaf Dining Chairs by Drexel Heritage Set o

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous vintage “Ming Treasures” line yoke back dining chairs by Drexel Heritage composed of gold & silver leaf or “gliver” finished hardwood frames & square foam filled lo...

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Late 20th Century American Ming Drexel Furniture

Materials

Silk, Cane, Foam, Wood

Drexel Regency Carved Mahogany Twin Headboards, Pair
Drexel Regency Carved Mahogany Twin Headboards, Pair

Drexel Regency Carved Mahogany Twin Headboards, Pair

$1,395 / set

Drexel Regency Carved Mahogany Twin Headboards, Pair

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Regency or Sheraton style carved mahogany twin size headboards By Drexel USA, 1950s Each measures: 41.25"W x 3"D x 38"H. Very good original vintage condition.

Category

1950s American Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Serving Cart # 242-9 By Edward Wormley for Drexel, 1947
Serving Cart # 242-9 By Edward Wormley for Drexel, 1947

Serving Cart # 242-9 By Edward Wormley for Drexel, 1947

$1,750

Serving Cart # 242-9 By Edward Wormley for Drexel, 1947

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

1947 Serving Cart by Edward Wormley for Precedent for Drexel. Factory no. 252-5 Stenciled label Additional information: Materials: Elm Documentation: Signed Origin: United States Pe...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Elm

Drexel "Declaration" Dresser
Drexel "Declaration" Dresser

Drexel "Declaration" Dresser

$3,000

Drexel "Declaration" Dresser

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Long Mid-Century Modern dresser by Drexel for their "Declaration" line. Designed by Stewart MacDougal and Kipp Stewart, with modern straight lines, walnut grain and 11 total drawers....

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

$1,795 / set

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...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut and Burl Wood Wall Mirror
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut and Burl Wood Wall Mirror

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut and Burl Wood Wall Mirror

$535

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut and Burl Wood Wall Mirror

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style wall mirror By Drexel Heritage USA, 1983 Burl wood and walnut frame, with carved Asian detail, and beveled glass mirror. Me...

Category

1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Burl

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished
John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished

$1,525

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted cherry wood two-tier occasional side table or nightstand By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, 1950s M...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cherry

1960s Drexel Faux Bamboo Leather Wrapped Parsons Table
1960s Drexel Faux Bamboo Leather Wrapped Parsons Table

1960s Drexel Faux Bamboo Leather Wrapped Parsons Table

$650

1960s Drexel Faux Bamboo Leather Wrapped Parsons Table

By Drexel

Located in Vero Beach, FL

1960s Drexel ET Cetera Faux Bamboo Leather Wrapped Chinoiserie Coffee or Side Parsons Table The vintage brown leather wrapped brass nail head studded side or coffee table was made i...

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest

$2,595

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style gentleman's chest or highboy dresser By Drexel Heritage, "Brittany Collection" USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 41"W x 19.25"D x 60.25"H. Ca...

Category

1970s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

One Drawer End or Side Table Oxford Square by Drexel
One Drawer End or Side Table Oxford Square by Drexel

One Drawer End or Side Table Oxford Square by Drexel

$1,200

One Drawer End or Side Table Oxford Square by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in New York, NY

From one of the most stylish line of furniture produced by Drexel, this Oxford square end, or side table is in original, clean and ready to use condition. The table has an open storage space (9.75 in H) over one large drawer. The pecan wood case features the signature faux inlay design, and brass colored metal corners and recessed bail style drawer pull, on bun style feet. 1970's mod meets classic campaign style, equals Drexel Oxford Square...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Drexel Furniture

Materials

Metal

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

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

$2,495 / set

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

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

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

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Italian Neoclassical Drexel Mirror from the Velero Collection
Italian Neoclassical Drexel Mirror from the Velero Collection

Italian Neoclassical Drexel Mirror from the Velero Collection

$1,100

Italian Neoclassical Drexel Mirror from the Velero Collection

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Drexel Italian Neoclassical Mirror from the Velero Collection. Solid Pine wood with an open Crest featuring a prominent carved acanthus leaf or shell-l...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

1960s Drexel Wood Brass Sculptural Bombay Dresser Commode Dresser On Castors
1960s Drexel Wood Brass Sculptural Bombay Dresser Commode Dresser On Castors

1960s Drexel Wood Brass Sculptural Bombay Dresser Commode Dresser On Castors

$4,250

1960s Drexel Wood Brass Sculptural Bombay Dresser Commode Dresser On Castors

By Drexel

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1960s with this Bombay chest dresser. Beautifully sculpted with brass details and on castors for easy movement. The ultra rare ...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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

$1,695

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

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

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

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert Drexel Profile K12 Gentlemen’s Chest Dresser
John Van Koert Drexel Profile K12 Gentlemen’s Chest Dresser

John Van Koert Drexel Profile K12 Gentlemen’s Chest Dresser

$2,695

John Van Koert Drexel Profile K12 Gentlemen’s Chest Dresser

By John Van Koert, Drexel, Karl Johan, Henredon

Located in Chattanooga, TN

K12 Man’s Chest designed by John Van Koert for Drexel’s “Profile” collection. Collectors revel – this dresser comes with it’s original tag! Van Koert began his career as a jewelry de...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Drexel, Side Chair, Oak, Mohair, USA, 1950s
Drexel, Side Chair, Oak, Mohair, USA, 1950s

Drexel, Side Chair, Oak, Mohair, USA, 1950s

$2,800

Drexel, Side Chair, Oak, Mohair, USA, 1950s

By Drexel

Located in High Point, NC

An oak and beige mohair side chairs designed and produced by Drexel, USA, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.25"H x 23.0"W x 20.0"D Seat Height (inches): 17.0" Arm Height (inc...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Pedestals by Drexel Heritage, Refinished
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Pedestals by Drexel Heritage, Refinished

Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Pedestals by Drexel Heritage, Refinished

$2,995

Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Pedestals by Drexel Heritage, Refinished

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern pedestals or plant stands In the manner of Milo Baughman By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Beautiful book-matched burled olive wood, with ...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Chippendale Style Cross-Banded Mahogany Bedside Side Table
Drexel Chippendale Style Cross-Banded Mahogany Bedside Side Table

Drexel Chippendale Style Cross-Banded Mahogany Bedside Side Table

$976Sale Price|30% Off

Drexel Chippendale Style Cross-Banded Mahogany Bedside Side Table

By Drexel

Located in Germantown, MD

Drexel Chippendale Style Cross-Banded Mahogany Bedside Side Table. Feature a single top drawer and a double door lower cabinet. Measures: 24.5" in w...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Kipp Stewart Pair Folding Campaign Style Tray Tables Mid Century Modern Drexel
Kipp Stewart Pair Folding Campaign Style Tray Tables Mid Century Modern Drexel

Kipp Stewart Pair Folding Campaign Style Tray Tables Mid Century Modern Drexel

$3,850 / set

Kipp Stewart Pair Folding Campaign Style Tray Tables Mid Century Modern Drexel

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of elegant walnut Campaign style folding tray tables, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, American, circa 1950s. They are a versatile size and can be used as end or side tables...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

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

Drexel, Side Tables, Walnut, USA, 1950s

$4,800 / set

Drexel, Side Tables, Walnut, USA, 1950s

By Drexel

Located in High Point, NC

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Exquisite Barney Flagg cocktail table for Drexel
Exquisite Barney Flagg cocktail table for Drexel

Exquisite Barney Flagg cocktail table for Drexel

$1,293Sale Price|35% Off

Exquisite Barney Flagg cocktail table for Drexel

By Barney Flagg, Drexel

Located in South Charleston, WV

Exquisite and detailed with tapered features abound. Barney Flagg for Drexel, 1962 in Walnut and in exceptional original condition. Delicate balls suspend the table and the book matc...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Heritage Corinthian Coffee Table
Drexel Heritage Corinthian Coffee Table

Drexel Heritage Corinthian Coffee Table

$2,495

Drexel Heritage Corinthian Coffee Table

By Drexel

Located in Lake Worth, FL

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Category

1970s Neoclassical Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Glass, Burl

COLLECTABLE ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN DREXEL HERITAGE EXTENDING BAR TROLLY
COLLECTABLE ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN DREXEL HERITAGE EXTENDING BAR TROLLY

COLLECTABLE ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN DREXEL HERITAGE EXTENDING BAR TROLLY

$2,675

COLLECTABLE ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN DREXEL HERITAGE EXTENDING BAR TROLLY

By Drexel

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original circa 1960’s vintage teak home bar on wheels retailed by Drexel Please note the deliv...

Category

1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Oak

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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
  • 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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  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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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