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.
Vintage Drexel Heritage Empire Style Egyptian Credenza
By Drexel
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Drexel Heritage Empire style credenza from their "Pavilion" collection. It features a distinctive Egyptian Revival design, popular in the late 20th century. Constructed from various ...
Brass
$1,807Sale Price|35% Off
Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Drexel, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar,. Offered is a handsome mid century blond wood bar cart or serving cart from the Precedent series designed by Edward Wormley ...
Wood
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Side Tables
By Barney Flagg, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Birch, Walnut
Drexel Sandia Collection Jacobean Drop-Front Desk
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Drexel drop front desk from the Sandia Collection, circa 1960s. Interesting writing desk marrying the form of a Govenor Winthrop drop front desk with early English Jacobean...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for Drexel's "Counterpoint" line in 1956. According to Drexel the collection was inspire...
Cherry, Mahogany
Black Lacquer & Brass 'Consensus' Writing Desk by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
This amazing writing desk from the 'Consensus' Collection by Drexel is a MUST HAVE!! Circa, Mid-20th Century. Professionally black lacquered top standing on a brushed brass frame and...
Brass
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...
Glass, Oak
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall Nightstand by Drexel
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Highland, IN
This beautifully detailed nightstand in walnut by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for their "Declaration" line by Drexel has legs set outside of the case in a manner similar to Nie...
Walnut
Solid Cherry Queen Ann Style Brass Drop Pulls Two Drawers Console Table MINT
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Cherry Queen Ann Style Brass Drop Pulls Two Drawers Console Table MINT
Brass
Lorin Jackson for Drexel Reverse Quatrefoil Base Pedestal Table
By Lorin Jackson, Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Walnut pedestal dining table with reverse quatrefoil base, designed by Lorin Jackson & Lee Stone for Drexel. Jackson is best known for his designs for Grosfe...
Walnut
Drexel Heritage Provincial Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Inset Vanity Table
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Drexel Heritage Provincial Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Inset Vanity Table with large single drawer with ample storage. Measures 33" in width, 23" in depth. 28" in height.
Mahogany, Leather
Drexel Kensington Faux Bamboo Desk
By Drexel
Located in Redding, CT
Drexel Kensington Faux Bamboo Desk. Fabulous designer piece with plenty of storage . Signed lower left drawer. Repainted and ready to go. Dimensions:...
Metal
Drexel Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Candle Stand Side Table
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
A Drexel Chinese Chippendale Style Mahogany Candle Stand Side Table with pull out tray. Measures 13" in width, 13" in depth and 24" in height.
Mahogany
$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...
Walnut
MCM "Sun Coast" Two-Tier Cantilever End Table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous MCM Sun Coast two-tier cantilever end table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good refinished vintage condition (I believe the wood is cherry, bu...
Walnut, Cherry
Drexel Heritage Carved And Finished Arts and Crafts Style Side Table
By Drexel
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Raised on four square legs with a shaped stretcher acting as lower tier with openwork gallery. One long drawer over two short drawers with brass knobs. Table top with two hinged end...
Brass
$1,900Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Drexel Heritage Connoisseur Book Matched Burl Pedestal Cabinets, 1970s
By Heritage Furniture, Drexel
Located in Camden, ME
This pair of sculptural block pedestals by Drexel exemplifies the quality and refinement for which the company was renowned in the mid-twentieth century. Each pedestal presents a cle...
Burl, Lacquer
Vintage Drexel Heritage Chippendale Banded-Top Accent Tables - Set of 2
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Drexel Heritage Chippendale Banded-Top Flame Mahogany Accent Tables - Set of 2 Vintage Drexel Heritage set of 2 Chippendale Chinoiserie style banded-top flame mahogany accen...
Mahogany
Black Lacquer U-Shape Arched Base Console Table by Drexel MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thick hard high gloss black lacquer console sofa table by Drexel MINT!.
Hardwood
John Van Koert for Drexel Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Van Koert for Drexel Mid Century Green Ceramic and Walnut Side End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 24 wide x 24 deep x 20.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. W...
Ceramic, Walnut
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...
Wood, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Extension Dining Table
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie extension dining table By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous book-matched inlaid walnut top, with solid waln...
Walnut
Vintage Drexel Wellington Arched Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Pedestal Side Table
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Drexel Wellington Collection Arched Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Pedestal Side Table. Item features multiple legs, beautiful wood grain, distr...
Wood
Drexel Contemporary Walnut End Tables - Pair
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel Contemporary Walnut End Tables - Pair Each end table measures: 18 wide x 28 deep x 25.5 inches high About Photos: We take our photos in a ...
Walnut
Drexel New Todays Living Mid Century Blonde Dining Table
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel New Todays living Mid Century blonde dining table This table measures: 61.5 wide x 40 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair height of 24 inches, each leaf i...
Wood
Drexel Heritage Brittany Collection Floral Secretary Desk, 1970s
By Drexel
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A charming secretary desk from Drexel Heritage's Brittany Collection, crafted in the United States circa the 1970s. Its tall, space-conscious silhouette combines storage and a drop-f...
Wood
Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent End Tables
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Refined simplicity designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel. The end tables are part of the Precedent collection that he produced in the 1950s. Professionally restored, stunning off whi...
Brass
Drexel Suncoast Side, End Table Designed by Kipp Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in New York, NY
Smart, sophisticated and stylish side, or end table designed by Kipp Stewart four Drexel as part of the classic Suncoast series. This table features two tiers, the lower ( 13 in H ) ...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Burl Wood Pedestals by Drexel Heritage - Set of 2
By Drexel
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful pair of vintage burl wood pedestals by Drexel Heritage, featuring elegant gold detailing around the base. The light burl wood brings warmth and character, while the swirl...
Wood, Burl
Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful folding rolling bar cart by Drexel, designed by John van Koert circa 1957. This piece is made of Italian walnut and retains its original finish. I love the removable solid...
Walnut
Drexel Contemporary Brass and Walnut Square Side End Table
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel Contemporary Brass and Walnut Square Side End Table Each side table measures: 27 wide x 27 deep x 21.25 inches high About Photos: We take our photos in a controlled lighting...
Brass
Stewart MacDougal Kipp Stewart Drexel Octagon Side Table Walnut a Pair
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A pair of Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougal walnut side tables. Solid walnut and walnut veneer, incredibly well made. Octagonal top with a round base supported by eight sculptural sla...
Walnut
$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.
Wood
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Mid Century Elm Magazine Library Table
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent mid century elm magazine library table The table measures: 25 wide x 16 deep x 26.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what ...
Wood, Elm
Mid Century Drexel Fontanella Bookmatched Top Fruitwood Coffee Table
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century Drexel Fontanella Bookmatched Top Fruitwood Coffee Table, cocktail Table. Measures 50" in width, 20" in depth, 17" in height.
Cherry
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...
Rattan, Wood
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
DREXEL 1970-80 Chinoiserie Side Table In Carved Wood with Aged Gilding
By Drexel
Located in Miami, FL
Chinoiserie side table designed by Drexel Heritage. This is a beautiful modernist Chinoiserie design by Drexel Heritage, with an embossed composite Asian scene on top of a parquet p...
Wood, Lacquer
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Sculptural End Tables Refinished in Your Choice of Color
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Sculptural Side Tables, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, American, circa 1960s. They are currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of color at no add...
Wood, Walnut
Drexel Sun Coast Brass Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall, USA
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart
Located in Deland, FL
Produced by Drexel Sun Coast this coffee table, designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall, is an exquisite example of early American mid-century de...
Walnut
American Light Walnut Boat Shape 3x12" Extension Leaves Dining Banquet Table
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Light Walnut Boat Shape 3x12" Extension Leaves Dining Banquet Table MINT 3x12” leaves with an extended table length of 96”
Walnut
Edward Wormley Precedent Collection for Drexel Bar Cart Server in Dark Espresso
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in St. Louis, MO
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection bar cart or server. Refinished in dark espresso on silver elm with textured glass top and tapered legs on casters. Edward Wormley also ...
Glass, Elm
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Huge Drexel Heritage Console Table 90"
By Drexel
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Huge Solid Wood Drexel Heritage Console...
Wood
1960s Drexel Sculptural Faux Bamboo Burlwood Smoke Glass Round Coffee Table
By Drexel
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sculptured bent bamboo rattan coffee table with striking faux shagreen round top in burlwood tones lending rich texture to clean, modern lines.
Glass, Wood
John Van Koert for Drexel Mid Century Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Van Koert for Drexel mid century walnut drop leaf dining table This table measures: 71 wide x 42 deep x 30 inches high, e...
Walnut
Milo Baughman Storage Coffee Table
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman storage coffee table, Today,s Living line by Drexel in Birch wood with solid turned legs. Flip-up tops for storage, beveled corners.
Birch
Walnut Campaign Tray Table By Kipp Stewart And Stewart McDougal For Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern folding walnut and glass campaign tray table was created by two designers Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Furniture Company during the late...
Glass, Walnut
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...
Wood
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Midcentury Walnut Dining Table
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration midcentury Walnut Dining Table This dining table measures: 47.25 wide x 47.25 deep x 26.25 high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches All p...
Walnut
1960s Set of Three Drexel Nesting Tables in Walnut
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Trio of Rectangular Walnut Nesting Tables, produced by Drexel Furniture in the USA in the 1960s. The three tables have finely rounded corners, and they fit together seamles...
Walnut
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Modernist Walnut Long Coffee / Cocktail Table / Bench
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Modernist Figured Walnut Long Cocktail; Table/Bence designed by Kipp Stewart manufactured by Drexel..Classic mid century modern design,, sleek simple ,elegant.Hand delivery ...
Walnut
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...
Oak
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...
Walnut, Lacquer
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Walnut and Smoked Glass Side End Table
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Walnut and Smoked Glass Side End Table This side table measures: 28.75 wide x 20.75 deep x 17 inches high All...
Smoked Glass, Walnut
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...
Brass
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...
Walnut
$2,310Sale Price|40% Off
66" Milo Baughman Drop Leaf Table for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in South Charleston, WV
Sale jan-march 2026. Model 502-4 by Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective in Mindoro Wood 1952. 66" wide, 29.75" tall and 44" deep. Width reduces to only 27" when leafs are dropped and is not an extension table Bold, with angled edges and built in...
Fruitwood
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Side Tables
By Barney Flagg, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Birch, Walnut
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...
Brass
Edward Wormley Side Table by Drexel
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome round side table features Wormley's distinctive detailing and creativity. 18.25"h X 20.5"d
Wood
John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished
By Drexel, John Van Koert
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...
Cherry