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.
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
$498Sale Price|63% Off
H 21.5 in Dm 16 in
Small Round Italian Midcentury Lucite And Glass Top Side Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small round midcentury Lucite side table with black glass top and with reflective chrome accents around the tabletop.
Glass, Lucite
$525Sale Price|24% Off
H 22 in W 30.25 in D 24 in
Sculptural Rattan Wrapped Glass Side Table, Palm Regency
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Vintage Mid-Century Modern rattan wrapped side or end table with clear glass top. Sculptural wood frame features an H-shaped base wrapped in natural toned rattan. Can be used as a be...
Rattan, Reed, Glass, Wood
$2,400 / set
H 17.38 in W 53.75 in D 24.75 in
Henry Link, Lexington Wicker, Glass Coffee Table, Side Table Set
By Lexington Furniture 1, Henry Link
Located in Miami, FL
Henry Link, Lexington wicker, Glass Coffee Table, Side Table Set Offered for sale is a Henry Link for Lexington Furniture wicker and glass coffee table and the matching glass and ra...
Glass, Wicker
Wicker and Glass End, Side Table after Parzinger, Olko
By Tommi Parzinger, Henry Olko
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and chic wicker base, glass top occasional table, wicker retains original made in Philippines label. Very fine condition, clean and ready t...
Wicker, Glass
Pair of White Rattan Glass Top Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
By McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice looking Mid-Century Modern rattan bases glass top end tables.
White Wicker Boho Chic Side Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nicely woven rattan side table. If Boho Chic is your thing, this is your table. It's square with rounded corners. Has a shelf below for storage. It's a nice addition to the...
Wicker
Bonacina Italian Rattan and Iron Side Table
By Bonacina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bonacina Italian bamboo and iron side table Sculpted bamboo and rattan spiral design Natural color variations Sleek iron tripod legs Patina from age and use Last three photos a...
Iron
$1,480 / set
H 18 in W 20 in D 10 in
Pair of Vintage Coastal Style Rattan Glass-Top Side Tables, circa 1980s
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Vintage Palm Beach Regency Coastal style Rattan side tables in the McGuire's style, circa 1980s. Feature beautiful curved lines and a removable beveled glass top with roun...
Rattan, Glass
$1,760Sale Price / set|44% Off
H 20.5 in W 22.5 in D 16 in
Boho Chic Style Moroccan Blue & Silver Rectangular Side or End Table, Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Boho Chic Style Moroccan Blue & Silver Rectangular Side or End Table, Pair This striking pair of Moroccan side tables showcases bold color and intricate craftsmanship, blending ...
Metal
Glass Top Metal Side Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Round glass top table with metal spiral base. Base has been redone in a bare metal style finish. (Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer).
Round Rattan Side Table with Filigree Details, Spain 60's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Round End or Side Table in Rattan, Spain, 1960s Eye-catching handcrafted wicker cane side table or stand with beautiful artistic filigree work. This round table has all the taste of...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Rectangular Boho Chic Bamboo and Rattan End Table with Glass Top
Located in Pasadena, TX
This end table was made in the 1970's. It was constructed in Malaysia. It's made of bamboo and rattan and has a glass top. It also has a lower shelf for added storage.
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Boho Chic Henry Link Wicker Glass Top Side Table
By Henry Link
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional bohemian side table by Henry link. Table features woven wicker and rattan frame with a glass top. There are no marks which read Henry Link on this table.
Rattan, Wood