Founders Furniture Company was a short-lived 20th-century American brand that produced enduring mid-century modern designs. The company's streamlined dressers, lounge chairs and coffee tables feature solid wood construction and simple but elegant designs.
The history of Founders Furniture Company began in 1946 when it was established as a subsidiary of Knoll Inc., an esteemed manufacturer known mainly at the time for its pioneering workplace furniture — largely owing to the work of visionary designer Florence Knoll — so it launched Founders as its residential division.
During its years of operation, Founders hired celebrated American modernist designers like Milo Baughman and David Parmelee, who created sleek commodes and sideboards in mahogany and rosewood for the brand. Michigan native Jack Cartwright, a designer at Heritage during the 1950s, also worked at Founders as head designer before moving on to start his eponymous furniture company in 1963.
Founders continued operations until 1965 when Thomasville Furniture acquired it. Established in 1904 in North Carolina — home to other iconic mid-century brands such as Drexel and Broyhill — Thomasville expanded significantly during the 1960s and purchased several other American furniture manufacturers.
Today, the timeless styles and exceptional craftsmanship associated with Founders Furniture Company pieces continue to render them desirable even for today’s interiors.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Founders case pieces, seating, tables and more.
Jack Cartwright Steel & Walnut Coffee Table for Founders
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Steel
Founders Furniture Company Mid Century Walnut and Brass Round Coffee Table
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Founders furniture company mid century walnut and brass round coffee table This table measures: 38 wide x 38 deep x 14.5 inches high We take...
Brass
Modernist Blonde Mahogany Coffee / Magazine Table, X-Sides, Robsjohn
By Founders Furniture Company, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist blonde mahogany coffee / magazine table. X-sides. Manner of Robsjohn Gibbings, Classic Modernist design.
Mahogany
Founders Mid Century Walnut and Cane Coffee Table
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Founders Mid Century Walnut and Cane Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 72 wide x 32 deep x 17.5 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Very Small Areas of Stain Wear on Top S...
Cane, Walnut
H 15.5 in W 44 in D 44 in
Mid Century Walnut Burl Coffee Table by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Paul Evans
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning walnut burl coffee table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This coffee table makes a statement and will be a real centerpiece. Matching cube side table also available i...
Glass, Burl
H 29.25 in W 99.75 in D 38 in
Milo Baughman for Founders Walnut Extension Dining Table
By Founders Furniture Company, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sometimes attributed to Milo Baughman for Founders Walnut extension dining with two leaves totally refinished about 5 years ago with aluminium trim polished. Table's dimension liste...
Aluminum
H 11.62 in W 50.79 in D 30.12 in
Mid-Century Rectangular Coffee Table, Walnut and Glass, Italy , 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Rectangular Coffee Table, Walnut and Glass, Italy , 1960s
Glass, Wood
H 15.5 in W 33.75 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Square Walnut Coffee Table by Bassett
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern coffee table features unique raised edges and tapered legs. Sleek design with stretchers between each leg ensuring sturdiness without sacrificing style. The ...
Walnut
H 27 in W 58.5 in D 16 in
Founders Walnut and Brass X Base Console Table Mid Century Modern Refinished
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Walnut and Brass X Base Console Table, designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders, American, circa 1970s. This table is currently being refinished and can be completed in your ...
Brass
H 15 in Dm 27.5 in
Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Round Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive three inch reclaimed teak wood single slab coffee table. Floating on mid century style cone legs and finished with a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Organi...
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
H 29.25 in W 81.75 in D 43.75 in
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table 2 Leaves
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 43.75 wide x 43.75 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27 i...
Walnut
H 16.75 in W 59 in D 33.5 in
1960s Mid Century Walnut and Wicker Coffee Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern coffee table, crafted in the United States during the 1970s, beautifully blends warm walnut tones with natural woven texture. The solid walnut frame ...
Wicker, Walnut
H 15 in W 66 in D 19.5 in
T.H Robsjohn Gibbings Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Coffee walnut table for Widdicomb, 1960
Walnut
H 34 in W 34.25 in D 17.875 in
Walnut Bar Cart by Jack Cartwright for Founders Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century modern bar cart designed by Jack Cartwright. Founders, maker. From the "Patterns" series, model 42190. Beautifully sculpted doors and concealed handles. An understated f...
Wood
H 15 in Dm 40 in
Mid-Century Jen Risom Walnut Coffee Table
By Jens Risom
Located in Pasadena, TX
40? Mid-century Jen Rison walnut coffee table. Jens Risom coffee table in walnut laminate. Round top with square sculptural base. Original Jens Risom D...
Walnut
H 16 in W 53.75 in D 23 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Biomorphic Coffee Table, Model 1759
Aluminum
H 14.75 in W 28 in D 28 in
Founders Square Coffee Table
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Mid century modern walnut coffee table by Founders. Produced in the 1960s, this table features a beautiful quartered walnut veneer top on a sled base. It can serve as an end table or...
Walnut
H 21 in W 30 in D 30 in
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid-Century Modern Walnut Three-Drawer Coffee Table
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut three-drawer coffee table or occasional side table By Jack Cartwright for Founders USA, 1960s Measures: 30" W x 30" D x 21" H. Expert...
Walnut
H 21.5 in W 30 in L 21.5 in
Jack Cartwright for Founders Rosewood Cocktail Table or Occasional Table
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern rosewood two-tier cocktail table or occasional table by Jack Cartwright for Founders. The table features stunning wood grain with sleek mid-century desi...
Rosewood
H 15 in W 60 in D 30 in
Mid-Century American Walnut Coffee Table By Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Walnut, two drawer coffee table with cane shelf by "Founders", a Division of Thomasville. Extra wide design with plenty of storage. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with...
Walnut, Cane