Henredon Furniture

American

Founded in 1945, Henredon is one of the more recently minted of the top-tier North Carolina furniture makers. Among collectors, Henredon is admired both for its sleek, sexy sofas, dining tables and other furniture of the 1970s and for its partnerships with noted designers, a program that began in the 1950s with decorating icon Dorothy Draper and architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

From the start, Henredon has been best known for its bedroom furniture and vintage case pieces, such as cabinets, dressers, armoires and credenzas. The brand was established in Morganton by former Drexel Furniture Company executives, and its name is a portmanteau term, derived from the first names of three of the company’s founders — T. Henry Wilson, Ralph Edwards and Don VanNoppen. (Sterling Collett, a fourth figure mentioned in Henredon Furniture’s history, chaired the company and served as treasurer).

Though not on the cutting edge stylistically, Henredon’s production — as well as its output under the Heritage-Henredon label — has always kept pace with contemporary tastes.

In 1953, High Point manufacturer Heritage began a collaboration with Dorothy Draper, famed for bravura interior design commissions such as the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco and the Greenbrier resort in West Virginia. Her taste for bold, modernized historical style is reflected in the incised baroque medallions of her España line and the geometric motif of her Viennese furnishings group. In 1955, Henredon launched the Taliesin Ensemble by Wright, named after the architect’s houses in Wisconsin and Arizona. Taliesin dressers and coffee tables are recognizable by their angular shapes and a dentil motif on their edges. In those years, Henredon had a cross-licensing agreement with Heritage, and Draper and Wright's furniture is usually labeled Heritage-Henredon.

In later decades, Henredon produced collections for such designers as Ralph Lauren and Laura Ashley. The company took a stylish turn in the 1970s, fabricating new and unusual forms like mirrored room dividers and console tables with rounded corners and burl-wood veneers. Such pieces are priced in the $3,000 to $4,000 range, as are chests of drawers by Draper. Wright furniture tends toward the higher end, priced around $7,000. Henredon was an aesthetically diverse maker, but its furniture commands attention and makes a statement in any eclectic decor.

The vintage Henredon furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes bedroom furniture, coffee tables, chairs and other pieces.

Creator: Henredon

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Asian Style Dark Brown Henredon Dining Side Chairs

$3,600 / set

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Asian Style Dark Brown Henredon Dining Side Chairs

By Henredon

Located in St. Louis, MO

Set of four Asian Mid-Century Modern dining side chairs by Henredon. Mahogany frames refinished in dark espresso with brass sabots on front legs. Only one chair refinished, COM or I ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Henredon Charisma Nightstands Side Tables Picklewood Pair

$1,995

Henredon Charisma Nightstands Side Tables Picklewood Pair

By Henredon

Located in Lake Worth, FL

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Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Henredon Satin and Burl Wood Console Table

$5,200

Henredon Satin and Burl Wood Console Table

By Henredon

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Two-tone woods combination super study and sharp looking console sofa hall entry table by Henredon. Mint original condition.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Henredon Furniture

Materials

Brass

Asian Style Artefacts Coffee Table

$3,450

Asian Style Artefacts Coffee Table

By Henredon

Located in Locust Valley, NY

An Asian style coffee table from the Artefacts for Henredon collection. A banded border of burl wood is featured on the top and the rounded square legs and create open sides with a ...

Category

Late 20th Century Henredon Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Henredon

$10,500 / set

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Henredon

By Henredon

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 dining chairs by Henredon. The sculptural chairs are wood with brass feet caps and floating seat frames. The chairs are well made and stu...

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Furniture

Materials

Brass

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Ash Framed Wall Mirror

$695

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Ash Framed Wall Mirror

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted ash wood framed beveled wall mirror By Henredon USA, circa 1970s Measures: 22"W x 1"D x 46"H. Very good original vintage condition.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Ash

Henredon "Town and Country" Oak and Travertine Coffee Table

$3,500

Henredon "Town and Country" Oak and Travertine Coffee Table

By Henredon

Located in Chicago, IL

This Henredon "Town and Country" Coffee Table, is an elegant blend of style and functionality. Made from high-quality oak, this coffee table showcases a hand-carved starburst pattern...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Versant Chairs

$8,000 / set

Pair of Versant Chairs

By Henredon

Located in Asheville, NC

Pair of beautiful Versant chairs with tan-taupe-sand silken Moire upholstery and elegantly lined carved walnut frame with cabriole legs.

Category

20th Century American Henredon Furniture

Materials

Silk, Upholstery, Walnut

Henredon furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Henredon 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 Henredon furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Henredon 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 Widdicomb Furniture Co., Lane Furniture, and John Widdicomb. Prices for Henredon furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $395 and can go as high as $24,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,493.

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Questions About Henredon Furniture

What is a Henredon cabinet?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Henredon cabinet is a case good made by the American furniture manufacturer, founded in 1945. The company was especially well known for producing wooden cupboards and cabinets for their own brand and for other designers like Laura Ashley and Ralph Lauren. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Henredon cabinets.
How long has Henredon been making furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Henredon Furniture was founded in 1945. This North Carolina-based company stopped making furniture in 2013. They crafted beautiful furniture for 68 years, and their oldest pieces are 77 years old. Shop a range of authentic Henredon pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I identify my Henredon sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
To identify a Henredon sofa, look for the maker's mark, usually found on the bottom of the frame beneath the seats on the left side. If the marking says Henredon Fine Furniture, it likely dates back to the period between 1945 and 1970. If a piece simply says Henredon Furniture, it will typically be newer. In some cases, the marking may also specify the line of furniture that the sofa comes from. You can use the estimated age and line information, if present, to conduct online research and learn more about your sofa. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer will also be able to assist with identification. Find a variety of Henredon furniture on 1stDibs.
How do you tell if furniture is Henredon?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell if Henredon furniture is real, search the item for a maker's mark, usually found in an inconspicuous area, such as along the edges, backs and bottoms. Most Henredon furniture will display a maker's marking. These marks have evolved over the years with wording including "Henredon Fine Furniture," "Henredon" and "Heritage Henredon," and sometimes they also displayed a date of manufacture or collection name. You can use these markings to assess the authenticity of a piece in two ways. First, you can compare the maker's markings on your item to images published in trusted online resources to confirm a match. Secondly, you can research the year, style name and maker wording to determine if they are accurate and reflective of your piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform the authentication process for you. Shop a collection of Henredon furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I identify my Henredon furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
To identify Henredon furniture, search for the maker's mark. Authentic pieces will typically display Henredon Fine Furniture, Henredon or Heritage Henredon on the back, bottom or other inconspicuous location. Once you've confirmed that your piece is a Henredon, use trusted online resources to determine its age and collection. If you need assistance, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find an assortment of Henredon furniture on 1stDibs.
How do you identify Henredon furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
To identify Henredon furniture, search for the maker's mark. It usually appears on the bottoms of couches, chairs and tables and along the top edges or back of cabinets and other case goods. Depending on the age of the piece, the mark may read "Henredon Fine Furniture," "Henredon," or "Heritage Henredon." Many pieces also display the name of the collection that the piece originates from, and you can cross-reference this information with trusted online resources to determine the approximate age of the furniture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer may also be of help when identifying pieces. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Henredon furniture.