Although Henry Link is best known for his high-quality wicker dressers, desks, chairs and other seating, the designer and entrepreneur was also a key figure in revolutionizing America’s furniture industry and moving it toward mass production during the early 20th century.
Born in 1889, Link studied at Yadkin College and began his career as a banker in Lexington, North Carolina and New York before taking leadership of the Dixie Furniture Company in 1936. Established in 1901, the small company initially became known for its production of oak and walnut bedroom furniture. However, with Link at the helm, the company grew following a merger with the Elk Furniture Company.
In 1940, Link visited Henry Ford’s automobile plant in Detroit, Michigan where he became inspired by the factory’s assembly process. Upon his return to Lexington, Link installed automatic conveyors and mass-production techniques at Dixie.
To facilitate Dixie Furniture Company’s exponential growth, four separate divisions were created in the 1950s and 1960s, including Henry Link Furniture. Although the Link collection was initially known for its line of girls’ bedroom furniture, it expanded with a range of styles — from striking reproductions of French Provincial furniture to Polynesian-inspired designs. By the 1970s, Link’s division was among the first in America to popularize casual wicker furnishings such as bohemian-chic dressers, side tables, end tables and center tables. Among Link’s other popular designs were chinoiserie “Mandarin” cabinets, Chinese Chippendale accent chairs and bamboo dining room chairs.
In 1987, the Dixie Furniture Company and its divisions — including Henry Link Furniture — were bought by the Masco Corporation and renamed Lexington Furniture Industries. Meanwhile, Link was posthumously inducted into the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame in 1998.
Today, Link’s pieces are highly coveted by interior designers and avid collectors of mid-century modern wicker and rattan furniture.
Find vintage Henry Link case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and seating on 1stDibs.
$5,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Coastal Henry Wick Pencil Reed and Wicker Dining Set
By Henry Link
Located in Augusta, GA
Pencil reed and wicker dining set Made by Henry Link Made in the Philippines 4 chairs with Sunbrella cushions Table with pencil reed base and glass top (48" round) Coastal, bohemian...
Wicker, Reed, Glass
Vintage Coastal Henry Wick Pencil Reed and Wicker Dining Set
By Henry Link
Located in Elkton, MD
Henry Link Pencil Reed and Wicker Dining Set, Made in the Philippines – 5-Piece Five-piece dining set by Henry Link, made in the Philippines. Includes four wicker chairs with new Su...
Glass, Reed
$1,280 / set
H 30 in W 40 in D 20 in
Coastal Style Rattan and Wicker Two Seat Breakfast /Dinette Set. Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style / Boho Chic Natural Color Rattan and Wicker Two-Seat Breakfast/Dinette Set, Circa 1980s. This charming and practical dinette set includes an oval table with a...
Wicker, Rattan
$5,070Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 29 in W 30 in D 57.5 in
Ficks Reed Restored Rattan Dining Room Table and Chairs Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan dining set featuring a six-strand arch legged dining table with Mahogany look Formica top and six X-Back chairs. Dimensions: Table: H 29" x W 30" x D 57.5" Chairs: H...
Rattan
Lexington Bamboo and Wicker Dining Set
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite bamboo and rattan dining set, a perfect blend of natural elegance and timeless craftsmanship. The centerpiece of this set is a circ...
Bamboo, Wicker
Wicker and iron dining room set
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Beautiful hand woven wicker and iron vintage dining room set including one table and 4 chairs. Great design and condition.
Iron
Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Coffee Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Coffee Table exudes laid-back elegance and timeless charm. Crafted from meticulously woven pencil reed, it features clean lines and a natural texture...
Reed
1980s Coastal Style Pencil Reed Dining Set
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 5 pieces coastal style pencil reed dining / game set. Circa 1980s The Table features an intricate Pencil Reed Pedestal in a natural finish...
Reed, Glass
Faux Painted Dining Set, Reed Chairs, Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
Faux Painted Dining Set, Reed Chairs, Maitland Smith Style Offered for sale is a set of 4 reed chairs with a round pedestal table with a faux-painted wood top that looks like tesse...
Reed, Wood
$4,640Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 86 in Dm 48 in
Bamboo Bistro Style Mid Century Willow and Reed Dinette Set att. to Henry Olko
By Henry Olko, Willow and Reed
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 5 pc. Bistro style dinette set designed by Henry Olko for Willow & Reed Inc. c 1950/70's. This set includes a spectacular graduated three tier table, with a stylized um...
Upholstery, Bamboo
Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Side Tables - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your living space with this charming pair of vintage pencil reed side tables. These tables showcase a natural rattan construction, highlighted by intricate detailing and topp...
Reed, Glass
$470Sale Price|52% Off
H 22 in W 29 in D 23 in
1980s Coastal Style Braided Pencil Reed Rattan Side Table
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style Braided Pencil Reed Rattan Side Table in the McGuire Style. Circa 1980s. Features sophisticated curves, an elaborated braided pencil reed construction, and a gl...
Rattan, Reed, Glass
Vintage Pencil Reed Rattan Moroccan Coastal Flare Console Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage pencil reed rattan console table. Moroccan flare. Lovely details. This piece has been cleaned and polished. No damage or defects. Natural color variations to rattan...
Rattan
Henry Link Boho Chic Wicker, Rattan and Glass Top Side Table
By Henry Link
Located in Germantown, MD
Gorgeous bohemian style rectangular side table by Henry link. Table features woven wicker and rattan frame with a glass top and measures 19" W x 26" D x 21" H. Great vintage condi...
Wicker, Glass, Wood
Henry Link Wicker Patio Dining Table with 6 Chairs
By Henry Link
Located in Charleston, SC
Talk about Palm Beach Chic! A set of 6 chairs around a fabulous pedestal table. This is a great set for the porch or inside! Beveled glass top. Table to...
Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker, Glass