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Drexel Seating

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

Set of 6 Vintage Chin Hua Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs

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

Set of 6 Vintage Chin Hua Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

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

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Cane

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

Black Leather Parsons Style Drexel Lounge Chairs

$12,750 / set

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 Seating

Materials

Wood, Leather

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 Seating

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 Seating

Materials

Wood

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Drexel Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

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 Kipp Stewart, Drexel

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut

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

Drexel Heritage Chippendale Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair

$1,495 / set

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Lacquer

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

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 Kipp Stewart, Drexel

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 Seating

Materials

Wood

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 ...

Category

1960s Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Walnut

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 Seating

Materials

Silk, Cane, Foam, Wood

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

$5,500 / set

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 Seating

Materials

Teak

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

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

$998

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

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in San Diego, CA

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

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Seating

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Edward Wormley, Slipper Chairs, Beech, Mohair, USA, 1950s
Edward Wormley, Slipper Chairs, Beech, Mohair, USA, 1950s

Edward Wormley, Slipper Chairs, Beech, Mohair, USA, 1950s

$11,500 / set

Edward Wormley, Slipper Chairs, Beech, Mohair, USA, 1950s

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of beech and green mohair slipper lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Drexel, USA, 1950s. Seat height: 20.5” .

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Mohair, Beech

Drexel Italian Tuscan Dining Chairs Set of 6
Drexel Italian Tuscan Dining Chairs Set of 6

Drexel Italian Tuscan Dining Chairs Set of 6

$3,295

Drexel Italian Tuscan 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 ...

Category

1980s Neoclassical Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Pair of Signed Drexel Walnut Frame Floating Lounge Chairs
Pair of Signed Drexel Walnut Frame Floating Lounge Chairs

Pair of Signed Drexel Walnut Frame Floating Lounge Chairs

$5,200Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Signed Drexel Walnut Frame Floating Lounge Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of Signed Drexel Walnut Frame Floating Lounge Chairs

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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 Seating

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Matched Pair Lounge Chairs/ Ottomans Maharam, Alexander Girard Stripe Fabric
Matched Pair Lounge Chairs/ Ottomans Maharam, Alexander Girard Stripe Fabric

Matched Pair Lounge Chairs/ Ottomans Maharam, Alexander Girard Stripe Fabric

$3,900 / set

Matched Pair Lounge Chairs/ Ottomans Maharam, Alexander Girard Stripe Fabric

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Buffalo, NY

Wonderful pair Lounge Chairs and matching ottoman's manufactured by Drexel attributed to Edward Wormley, ,Retains original Alexander gIRAD Maraham wool fabric,, Excellent original co...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Reupholstered Drexel Passage Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Reupholstered Drexel Passage Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Reupholstered Drexel Passage Dining Chairs

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Set of 6 Reupholstered Drexel Passage Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Medina, OH

Set of 6 Drexel Passage dining chairs, 4 side chairs and 2 armchairs included. These are recently reupholstered by Copley Upholstery in a high-end JF Fa...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Cane, Wood

Midcentury Rare Folding Angle Chair by Milo Baughman
Midcentury Rare Folding Angle Chair by Milo Baughman

Midcentury Rare Folding Angle Chair by Milo Baughman

$2,450

Midcentury Rare Folding Angle Chair by Milo Baughman

By Drexel, Milo Baughman

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

For your consideration is this Mid-Century Modern lounge or easy chair from the Perspective collection by Milo Baughman for Drexel in 1951. Crafted from exotic Mindoro wood that shim...

Category

Mid-20th Century Drexel Seating

Materials

Linen, Wood

1980s Postmodern Drexel Scoop Lounge Chair & Foot Stool-A Pair
1980s Postmodern Drexel Scoop Lounge Chair & Foot Stool-A Pair

1980s Postmodern Drexel Scoop Lounge Chair & Foot Stool-A Pair

$4,200

1980s Postmodern Drexel Scoop Lounge Chair & Foot Stool-A Pair

By Drexel

Located in Bensalem, PA

Very uniquely shaped pair of Drexel lounge chairs with ottomans dated 1985

Category

1980s Post-Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 8 French Provincial Oak Cane Back Dining Chairs
Set of 8 French Provincial Oak Cane Back Dining Chairs

Set of 8 French Provincial Oak Cane Back Dining Chairs

$4,500 / set

Set of 8 French Provincial Oak Cane Back Dining Chairs

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a nice set of French provincial dining chairs by Drexel Heritage. The 4 side chairs have cane backs and the two armchairs are fully upholstered in a rich mauve fabric. The ba...

Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Drexel Seating

Materials

Oak

Pair of Drexel Queen Ann Decorative Walnut Benches c1970s MINT
Pair of Drexel Queen Ann Decorative Walnut Benches c1970s MINT

Pair of Drexel Queen Ann Decorative Walnut Benches c1970s MINT

$1,600 / set

Pair of Drexel Queen Ann Decorative Walnut Benches c1970s MINT

By Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Drexel Queen Ann Decorative Walnut Benches c1970s MINT

Category

20th Century American Drexel Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs Set of 6
Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs Set of 6

Drexel Heritage Dining Chairs Set of 6

$2,495 / set

Drexel Heritage 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 ...

Category

1990s Drexel Seating

Materials

Oak

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

$2,460 / set

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...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Drexel Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Drexel Heritage French Os de Mouton Armchairs
Drexel Heritage French Os de Mouton Armchairs

Drexel Heritage French Os de Mouton Armchairs

$1,395 / set

Drexel Heritage French Os de Mouton Armchairs

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 Pair of Drexel Heritage Upholstery...

Category

1980s French Provincial Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

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...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drexel Seating

Materials

Chenille, Wood

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...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Cane

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Oak Dining Chairs with New Upholstery
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Oak Dining Chairs with New Upholstery

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Oak Dining Chairs with New Upholstery

$3,562 / set

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Oak Dining Chairs with New Upholstery

By Drexel

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

An elegant Set of Six dining chairs, crafted from oak in a Mid-Century Modern style, featuring slatted backs and newly upholstered seats in a stylish fabric. These chairs blend clea...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage James Peade Drexel Abacus Chromed Steel and Upholstered Side Chair
Vintage James Peade Drexel Abacus Chromed Steel and Upholstered Side Chair

Vintage James Peade Drexel Abacus Chromed Steel and Upholstered Side Chair

$1,895

Vintage James Peade Drexel Abacus Chromed Steel and Upholstered Side Chair

By James Peade, Drexel

Located in North Miami, FL

This unusual and newly upholstered and chrome side chair has wonderful period wheels. This is designed by James Peade for Drexel's Viewpoint 70 Collection...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Chrome, Steel

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

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

$1,395 / set

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

By Drexel

Located in Lake Worth, FL

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

Category

1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Cane, Wood

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

$4,347 / set

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 24 wide x 29 deep x 31 high, with a seat height of 16.25 inches All pieces ...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drexel Seating

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Lacquered Walnut Barrel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel
Mid-Century Lacquered Walnut Barrel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

Mid-Century Lacquered Walnut Barrel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

$3,800

Mid-Century Lacquered Walnut Barrel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel

By Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-cenutry barrel chair designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel, Precedent Collection features a black lacquered walnut frame with off-white cords that are woven into the back as an i...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Cord

Drexel seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Drexel seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Henredon, Steelcase, and Charles Pollock. Prices for Drexel seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $16,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,400.

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Questions About Drexel Seating
  • Is Drexel Furniture the same as Drexel Heritage?
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    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 is Drexel Touraine?
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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.
  • How do I identify Drexel furniture?
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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.
  • Does Drexel still make furniture?
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    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.
  • How do I know if my Drexel furniture is vintage?
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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.
  • Is Drexel Furniture good quality?
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    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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  • Is Drexel furniture still in business?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    No, Drexel furniture is not still in business. In 2014, the last Drexel Heritage plant in Morganton, North Carolina, reportedly closed its doors. The company was purchased by United Furniture and rebranded as Drexel in 2017. Then, in 2018, United Furniture's parent company, Heritage Home Group, filed for bankruptcy, and Drexel ceased production. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Drexel furniture.
  • Is Drexel Heritage quality furniture?
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    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.
  • What wood is Drexel Furniture made of?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Furniture was known for the use of oak wood, native to the area in North Carolina where the company was based. Their attention to quality and detail highlighted the beauty of the wood they used. Browse a variety of Drexel Furniture pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What happened to the Drexel Heritage furniture company?
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    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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  • Is Drexel Heritage considered high end furniture?
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    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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