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Founders Furniture Company Side Tables

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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.

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Creator: Founders Furniture Company
Jack Cartwright - Founders Pair of Bookmatched Walnut & Cane Tiered Side Tables
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Jack Cartwright and made in America by Founders, these side tables or end tables feature solid walnut construction, with bookmatched walnut veneer tops and a lower tier o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Founders Furniture Company Side Tables

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Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Side Table by Jack Cartwright
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Founders Furniture Company Side Tables

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Steel

Mid-Century Table Cabinet by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century made side table with beautiful rosewood inlay. Drum style pedestal table with cabinet storage and octagonal shape inset. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Founders Furniture Company Side Tables

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Walnut

2 MCM Founders Corner Step Tables Black Brass Sabots Coronado Grp Luther Draper
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern corner step tables from Coronado Group by Luther Draper for Founders Furniture. Gorgeous condition. This pair of tables have been completely restored to their original glory. The tops have been stripped and repainted and the legs have been sanded and given a fresh finish. There may still be some age-related signs of use that refinishing did not catch. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa 1955. Note- We have listed here as well, if they are still available, an additional pair of tables 1 step and 1 side, in this same style but with a satin finish. Although their sheens are different, they would be very complimentary to each other. Double Delightful-ness!! This is a stunning pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern corner step tables from the Coronado Group designed in 1955 by Luther Draper for Founders Furniture. Their long straight legs with cross stretchers and beautiful brass sabots on the feet are eye catching and sophisticated. They are square with a corner angled step and comprised of a superb matte finished hardwood with Classic back beveled edges. They would look stunning beside your loveseat; living room sofa; dividing a corner or u-shaped sectional; or even a separation for perpendicularly placed sofas and chairs. They will add just the right Mid-Century Modern flair to your home. Founders Furniture was started in 1947 as a subsidiary of the esteemed Knoll International for their residential line and then merged with Thomasville Furniture in 1965. It is said that Luther Draper designed for the whose-who of high caliber furniture companies in the mid-century. He designed The Coronado Group collection for Founders Furniture in 1955. He had an unmistakable clean, modern mark he left on his work. He also designed fabulous furniture including the “India Teakwood” collection for White Furniture Company and the well known “Boomerang Desk” for Alma, which was recognized for its prize-winning office furnishings. He also worked in High Point, North Carolina, for such well-known firms as Henredon, Myrtle Desk...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Founders Furniture Company Side Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Blonde Pecan Night Stand End Side Table Dovetail Joints Mint
By Milo Baughman, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern blonde pecan night stand end side table dovetail joints mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Founders Furniture Company Side Tables

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Hardwood

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Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Nightstands, a Pairs
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Pair of Mid Century Slate and Walnut End Tables by Jack Cartwright for Founders
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Founders Jack Cartwright White Mid-Century Modern Birch Wood Chest Dressers Pair
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Founders Furniture Company side tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Founders Furniture Company side tables 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 Founders Furniture Company side tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original side tables by Founders Furniture Company were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side tables by Merton Gershun , Tony Paul, and Richard Schultz. Prices for Founders Furniture Company side tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $500 and can go as high as $4,595, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,200.
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