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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
Mid Century Modern Oriental Drexel Dining Chairs Heritage Era
Mid Century Modern Oriental Drexel Dining Chairs Heritage Era

Mid Century Modern Oriental Drexel Dining Chairs Heritage Era

$3,500 / item

Mid Century Modern Oriental Drexel Dining Chairs Heritage Era

By Dunbar Furniture, Heritage Furniture, Edward Wormley, Heritage-Henredon, Drexel

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, vintage set of four (4) Drexel dining chairs. Showcases a blend of Mid-Century Modern utility with traditional Asian furniture influences. The piece features ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Mahogany

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

Louis XVI Style Commode by Drexel
Louis XVI Style Commode by Drexel

Louis XVI Style Commode by Drexel

$1,800

Louis XVI Style Commode by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This two drawer commode by Drexel features great antique details such as brass ring hardware, and scrolling details. Louis XVI style distressed paint decorated commode chest of drawe...

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1950s Louis XVI Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

$4,900 / set

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

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Walnut and Cream Lacquered Dining Table, 1962
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Walnut and Cream Lacquered Dining Table, 1962

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Walnut and Cream Lacquered Dining Table, 1962

$2,795

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Walnut and Cream Lacquered Dining Table, 1962

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dining table or breakfast table By Drexel USA, 1962 Carved walnut, with cream lacquered apron and cabriole legs. Measures: 44"W x 44"D...

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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

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

$5,995

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 Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Lacquered Wall Mirror
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Lacquered Wall Mirror

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Lacquered Wall Mirror

$895

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Lacquered Wall Mirror

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie tall wall mirror By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Black lacquered mahogany, with hand-painted Chinese scenes. Measures: 17.75"W x 1.25...

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1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany, Lacquer

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

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Drexel

$1,600

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 Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server
Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server

$2,595 / item

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style console table, sofa table, or buffet server By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful mahogany, with caned lower shelf, a...

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Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern X-Form Stools / Benches, circa 1962
Pair of Mid-Century Modern X-Form Stools / Benches, circa 1962

Pair of Mid-Century Modern X-Form Stools / Benches, circa 1962

$5,200 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern X-Form Stools / Benches, circa 1962

By Drexel

Located in Dallas, TX

This refined pair of Mid-Century Modern benches or drinks tables were realized in the Unites States, circa 1960 by Drexel. Each bench has a rectangle shape to the top/seat that perfe...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Wood

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.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Metal

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Six

$2,995 / set

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding set of six Chippendale or Georgian style dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid mahogany frames, with upholstered seats. Measures: 19"W x 2...

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1980s American Chippendale Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Rattan, 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

$600

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

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Declaration Mid-Century Dresser
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Declaration Mid-Century Dresser

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Declaration Mid-Century Dresser

$5,010

Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Declaration Mid-Century Dresser

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in North Hollywood, CA

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut dresser designed by the celebrated duo Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s iconic Declaration Collection, one of the most recogn...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Drexel Georgian Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Refinished

$5,500

Drexel Georgian Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Refinished

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

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

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1950s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

$1,595 / set

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchairs, Pair

By George Nakashima, Kipp Stewart, Drexel

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

Mid-century "Declaration" Oak Arm Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, Pair
Mid-century "Declaration" Oak Arm Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, Pair

Mid-century "Declaration" Oak Arm Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, Pair

$4,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid-century "Declaration" Oak Arm Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, Pair

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century "Declaration" oak arm chair pair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Crafted with bent beech wood frames, these chairs echo the Kipp Stewart’s signature balance of structure and ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration End Tables
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration End Tables

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration End Tables

$1,575 / set

Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration End Tables

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This gorgeous pair of vintage modern end tables feature a unique cane lower shelf for storing additional items. Quality construction with raised and bevelled edges along the tabletop...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane

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

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

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Rolling Bar Cart

$2,750

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Rolling Bar Cart

By Edward Wormley, Drexel

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

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

$1,250

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...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Drexel Plaudit collection Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser with Mirror
Drexel Plaudit collection Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser with Mirror

Drexel Plaudit collection Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser with Mirror

$2,900

Drexel Plaudit collection Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser with Mirror

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

This dresser is part of the Drexel Plaudit Collection. It has 9 Drawers for plenty of storage. The top 2 drawers have sliding jewelry trays. The dresser is made of walnut and has an ...

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

Materials

Walnut

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 Drexel, John Van Koert

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

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

$3,500 / set

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

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

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchair
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchair

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchair

$650

Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Sculpted Walnut Armchair

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern armchair or dining captain chair By Kipp Stewart for Drexel, "Declaration" Collection USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut frame, with inlaid rosewood, and uph...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Four

$2,295 / set

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding set of four Chippendale or Georgian style dining chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid mahogany frames, with upholstered seats. Measures: 19"W x ...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, 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...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs Set of Four
Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs Set of Four

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs Set of Four

$2,295 / set

Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Dining Chairs Set of Four

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of four French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut frames, with caned backs and upholstered seats. Measures: 19.5"W x 2...

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1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

John Van Koert Casa del Sol Tawny Walnut and Stenciled Tall Cabinet
John Van Koert Casa del Sol Tawny Walnut and Stenciled Tall Cabinet

John Van Koert Casa del Sol Tawny Walnut and Stenciled Tall Cabinet

$6,000Sale Price|20% Off

John Van Koert Casa del Sol Tawny Walnut and Stenciled Tall Cabinet

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Chicago, IL

From John Van Koert's Casa del Sol collection for Drexel. Two-piece tall cabinet in bleached walnut, with original hand stenciled green and yellow floral detail on the upper cabinet doors. Pair of upper doors with silver-polished nickel pulls...

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1950s American Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Limed Oak FInish

$614Sale Price|76% Off

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

Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands with Limed Oak Finish
Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands with Limed Oak Finish

Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands with Limed Oak Finish

$381Sale Price|71% Off

Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands with Limed Oak Finish

By Drexel

Located in Freehold, NJ

This pair of mid century modern nightstands by Drexel feature hardwood construction, original limed oak finish, single dovetailed drawer with copper accented hardware, and unique str...

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

Materials

Oak

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

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Carved Oak Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

$2,795

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Carved Oak Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

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

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1970s American French Provincial Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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|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...

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane

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...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server
Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server

$2,595 / item

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Console Table or Server

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style console table, sofa table, or buffet server By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful mahogany, with caned lower shelf, a...

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Drexel Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Queen Anne Carved Oak and Burl Wood Armchairs, Pair
Drexel Heritage Queen Anne Carved Oak and Burl Wood Armchairs, Pair

Drexel Heritage Queen Anne Carved Oak and Burl Wood Armchairs, Pair

$1,195 / set

Drexel Heritage Queen Anne Carved Oak and Burl Wood Armchairs, Pair

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Queen Anne or Georgian style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Drexel Heritage USA, Late 20th Century Carved oak, with burled olive wood backs, and upholste...

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Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Burl

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

Pair of Drexel "Et Cetera" Side Tables

$1,600 / set

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

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 Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Berlin, DE

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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, Drexel, John Van Koert, Karl Johan

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

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

$751Sale Price / set|30% 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...

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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Cane, 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.

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1950s American Regency Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

Pair of Mid Century Modern Two Drawer Nightstands by Drexel

$2,495 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Two Drawer Nightstands by Drexel

By Drexel, Milo Baughman

Located in Freehold, NJ

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

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

Materials

Chrome

Drexel GuildHall Pair of Walnut Rectangular Tables, Modern Style
Drexel GuildHall Pair of Walnut Rectangular Tables, Modern Style

Drexel GuildHall Pair of Walnut Rectangular Tables, Modern Style

$1,450 / set

Drexel GuildHall Pair of Walnut Rectangular Tables, Modern Style

By Drexel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of GuildHall for Drexel Matched Rectangular Tables. Perfect to use separately or together as a coffee Table! Walnut finish, with perhaps oak for the turned legs. Nice stretch...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Lacquer

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

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

Set of 6 Drexel Pecan Cane Back Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Drexel Pecan Cane Back Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Drexel Pecan Cane Back Dining Chairs

$2,396Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 6 Drexel Pecan Cane Back Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

These nice Pecan dining chairs are made by Drexel Heritage. There are 2 armchairs and 4 side chairs. The backs are made of cane and the fabric is c...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Furniture

Materials

Chenille, Wood

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

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

$1,295 / set

Drexel Heritage Georgian 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, Circa 1980s Carved solid mahogany frames, with upholstered seats. Measur...

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1980s American Georgian Vintage Drexel Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Dining Chairs
Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Dining Chairs

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Dining Chairs

$3,900 / set

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Centennial" Dining Chairs

By Drexel, Kipp Stewart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A refined set of Mid-Century dining chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel’s iconic Centennial collection. These chairs exemplify Stewart’s signature modern aesthetic, combining ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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.

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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.

  • 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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