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
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
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.
Wicker and Glass End, Side Table after Parzinger, Olko
By Henry Olko, Tommi Parzinger
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
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
$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
$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
$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
Glass-Topped Chrome Side Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern side table with an interesting geometric chrome base and thick glass top. This table is eye-catching yet easy to pair with mor...
Metal, Chrome
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).
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
$1,195
H 21.875 in W 40 in D 33 in
Organic Modern Woven Wicker Rattan Side or End Table with Rectangular Glass
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage organic modern woven wicker rattan end or side table fitted with a rectangular glass top. It is in wonderful vintage condition with no outstanding flaws we have dete...
Wicker, Rattan
Sold
H 23.5 in W 20.25 in D 16.25 in
1970s Cerused Pine Campaign Style Chests / Side Tables by Henry Link, Pair
By Henry Link
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of cerused pine Campaign style side tables or nightstands by Henry Link. They are in very good condition. My shipping is for the Continental US only.
Brass
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