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Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

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.

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Creator: Henredon
Henredon Grand Provenance English Adams Style Decorated Carved Writing Desk
By Henredon
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
(note to Tom who has been asking for years- this one's for you!!) This is a spectacular carved Henredon desk in the Adams style that looks like it belongs in a BBC Masterpiece Thea...
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Early 2000s American Adam Style Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

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Sycamore, Walnut

Henredon Grand Provenance English Adams Style Decorated Carved Writing Desk
Henredon Grand Provenance English Adams Style Decorated Carved Writing Desk

Henredon Grand Provenance English Adams Style Decorated Carved Writing Desk

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Double Pedestal Kneehole Desk, 1970s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Campaign style double pedestal kneehole desk By Henredon, "Artefacts" Collection USA, Circa 1970s Oak, with original brass hardware. Measures: 48"W ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Double Pedestal Kneehole Desk, 1970s
Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Double Pedestal Kneehole Desk, 1970s

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Double Pedestal Kneehole Desk, 1970s

1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk
By Henredon
Located in Marietta, GA
Functional and trending, at the moment, rattan and burl desk by Henredon. Similar in style, to Macguire furniture, having a rattan base mixed with a wood top. Four drawers across th...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk
1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk

1970s Henredon Burl/ Rattan Maguire Style Desk

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Oak Writing Desk
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk By Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Carved oak, with original brass hardware. Measures: 40"W x 24"D x 29.5"H. Ver...
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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Oak Writing Desk
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Oak Writing Desk

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Oak Writing Desk

Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood and Macassar Ebony Executive Desk by Henredon
By Henredon, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco style executive writing desk In the manner of Milo Baughman By Henredon, "Scene Two" Collection USA, Circa 1970s Stunning bo...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

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Macassar, Burl

Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood and Macassar Ebony Executive Desk by Henredon
Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood and Macassar Ebony Executive Desk by Henredon

Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood and Macassar Ebony Executive Desk by Henredon

Gorgeous Henredon Scene Two Burled Olive Wood Executive Desk Mid-Century Modern
By Henredon
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Henredon scene two-burled olive wood executive desk. The body of the desk is veneered in burled olive wood with contrasting rosewood veneer accents along the base. The drawe...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood, Burl

Gorgeous Henredon Scene Two Burled Olive Wood Executive Desk Mid-Century Modern
Gorgeous Henredon Scene Two Burled Olive Wood Executive Desk Mid-Century Modern

Gorgeous Henredon Scene Two Burled Olive Wood Executive Desk Mid-Century Modern

Chippendale Style Desk by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish Chippendale inspired desk/center table dates to the 1980s and is fabricated in pickled mahogany, with brass hardware and a glass top.
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Henredon Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Chippendale Style Desk by Henredon
Chippendale Style Desk by Henredon

Chippendale Style Desk by Henredon

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Henredon desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Henredon desks and writing 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 Henredon desks and writing tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks and writing tables by Henredon 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 desks and writing tables by Widdicomb Furniture Co., Harvey Probber, and John Widdicomb. Prices for Henredon desks and writing tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,995 and can go as high as $9,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,550.

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Questions About Henredon Desks and Writing Tables
  • 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 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.
  • 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 long has Henredon been making furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.

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