John Stuart Bedroom Sets

American

Grand Rapids, Michigan, was once known as “Furniture City” for its local mass-production industry that flourished from the mid-19th century into the early 20th century, led by furniture manufacturers like John Stuart. Stuart’s eponymous company, which would build showrooms in New York and Philadelphia, designed and sold elegant reproductions of various furniture styles, including 18th-century French and English furniture as well as what we now call mid-century modern home furnishings built by European craftsmen in the entrepreneur’s Grand Rapids factory.

In 1845, a British cabinetmaker named George Widdicomb arrived in New York before moving to Grand Rapids. There he set up a small cabinet shop in 1857 with a dozen craftsmen, including his son John Widdicomb. The store quickly found success due to Widdicomb’s English training and the dearth of other quality furniture makers in the region. Toward the end of the 19th century, Grand Rapids had earned an international reputation as a leader of American furniture manufacturing, and while the Widdicomb family would navigate some difficulty after the Civil War, they emerged anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, and then the Widdicomb Furniture Company. Widdicomb’s son started his own company in 1897, the John Widdicomb Company, and in 1929, the Grand Rapids–born John Stuart joined the company as a director.

Stuart, who had been in the furniture industry since 1913, was named president of John Widdicomb Company in the early 1940s and by then had formed John Stuart, Inc., with partner Herbert M. Rothschild. John Stuart, Inc.’s offerings included oak buffets and other dining-room furnishings crafted in the Tudor and Elizabethan styles, with cabinet doors and drawer fronts characterized by meticulously carved natural-world motifs and other decorative flourishes. Stuart also oversaw the design of reproductions of sophisticated walnut and mahogany Queen Anne side tables and dining chairs, with the latter marked by pronounced, vase-shaped curves in the back splats and cabriole legs. In 1952, the manufacturer and distributor’s founder sold the business, including the right to trade under his name, to the John Widdicomb Company.

Find a wide variety of vintage John Stuart furniture on 1stDibs.

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Hollywood Regency Ebony Dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, Refinished

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart

Located in Manhasset, NY

Hollywood Regency ebony dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, fully refinished. A spectacular dresser designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart in a fine ebony recently lacqu...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Ebony Dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, Refinished

Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern Rare Station Wagon Full Bedroom Set

By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Manhasset, NY

Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart complete 1950s bedroom set. Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern Rare Station Wagon Full Bedroom Set

Hollywood Regency Ebony Dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, Refinished

By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl, John Stuart

Located in Manhasset, NY

Hollywood Regency Ebony Dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, Fully Refinished A spectacular gentlemen's chest designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart in a fine ebony recently lacquered finish having bronze X polished drawer pulls. The case having alternating sized drawers. Stamped by the designer. This piece having the finest lacquered finish possible. This chest having a matching dresser and matching pair of nightstands to make a complete bedroom set. All items sold separately, pictured below. 456-12, 12A and 12B. We can accompany this set with a matching bed...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Ebony Dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, Refinished

Paul Frankl Mid Century Modern John Stuart Bedroom Set, Ebony Lacquer Refinished

By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl, John Stuart

Located in Manhasset, NY

Paul Frankl Mid Century Modern John Stuart Bedroom Set, Ebony Lacquer Refinished One of a kind fully refinished bedroom set consisting of a dresser and a high chest. A simply stunning bedroom set fully refurbished and lacquered in a black Steinway piano...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Paul Frankl Mid Century Modern John Stuart Bedroom Set, Ebony Lacquer Refinished

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available

H 32.5 in W 48 in D 20 in

Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware

By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman

Located in St. Louis, MO

Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached mahogany four drawer bachelors chests with round brass disc hardware on concave base. These would also make great nightstands or bedside ches...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware

H 32.88 in W 30.75 in D 18.38 in

Pair of Paul Frankl Four-Drawer Chests for Brown Saltman

By Paul Frankl

Located in Hanover, MA

***FINAL SALE*** Pair of 1950s four-drawer chests with distinctive polished brass "X" drawer pulls. Produced by Brown Saltman. Handsome storage or bedside nightstands. If preferred...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Pair of Paul Frankl Four-Drawer Chests for Brown Saltman

H 34.5 in W 36 in D 26 in

Mid-Century Modern Small Dresser or Tall Night Stand by Paul McCobb in Maple

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A beautiful 1950's small chest of drawers by Paul McCobb and produced by Winchendon. A versatile piece constructed of solid maple with warm patinated brass pulls.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Maple

Mid-Century Modern Small Dresser or Tall Night Stand by Paul McCobb in Maple

H 33.5 in W 24 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedroom Set by Kroehler

By Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful vintage modern bedroom set includes a low dresser, a highboy dresser, and a one drawer nightstand with a compartment underneath. The highboy features three cube shaped...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedroom Set by Kroehler

H 30 in W 18 in D 60 in

John Stuart Chrome and Lacquered Chest of Drawers

By John Stuart Inc.

Located in Hanover, MA

Vintage 1970s three drawer chest of drawers retailed by John Stuart in the style of Milo Baughman. Three drawers with chrome hardware float above the floor in a parsons form lacquere...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Chrome

John Stuart Chrome and Lacquered Chest of Drawers

H 30 in W 40 in D 19.25 in

Pair Hollywood Regency Campaign Chests, Nightstands or Commodes in White & Brass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A stunning matching pair of campaign chests from the early 1970's. These would also make great oversized night stands. Very well made with great...

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Pair Hollywood Regency Campaign Chests, Nightstands or Commodes in White & Brass

H 30 in W 36 in D 18.25 in

1950s John Stuart Mid Century Modern Nightstands - a Pair

By John Stuart

Located in Saddle River, NJ

These nightstands are a must-have for any collector of mid-century modern furniture. The iconic design and high-quality materials make them a valuable and stylish addition to any bed...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Wood

1950s John Stuart Mid Century Modern Nightstands - a Pair

H 22 in W 23 in D 28 in

Paul Frankl Classic Nightstand with X Handles

By Paul Frankl

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic nightstand designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, ca' 1950s. Nickeled X handles, drop down front with 2 drawers below. Original finish ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Maple

Paul Frankl Classic Nightstand with X Handles

H 24.5 in W 24 in D 14 in

Century Furniture White Lacquered Bombe Form Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Italian Provincial style bombe chests or nightstands By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century White lacquered ...

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Late 20th Century American French Provincial John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Century Furniture White Lacquered Bombe Form Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished

H 25 in W 33.25 in D 19.5 in

Pair of Paul Frankl Cork Top Nightstands or End Tables in Dark Walnut and Ivory

By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A Mid-Century Modern pair of Paul Frankl cork top mahogany nightstands or end tables professionally restored to their original finishes - dark walnut mahogany stain and ivory lacquer...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Pair of Paul Frankl Cork Top Nightstands or End Tables in Dark Walnut and Ivory

H 23.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Dorothy Draper Espana Style Hollywood Regency Tall Chest of Drawers

By Dorothy Draper, Heritage-Henredon

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Dorothy Draper Espana for Henredon Heritage style tall chest. This Hollywood Regency five-drawer dresser features original white/cream lacquer finish with carved g...

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1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Dorothy Draper Espana Style Hollywood Regency Tall Chest of Drawers

H 44 in W 38.5 in D 18 in

Previously Available Items

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Night Stands, John Stuart, Ebony, Fully Refinished

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart

Located in Manhasset, NY

Pair of Mid-Century Modern night stands, bedside tables by John Stuart, ebony, fully refinished. John Stuart Paul Frankl Designed Pair of Bedside Stands in the finest black lacque...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Night Stands, John Stuart, Ebony, Fully Refinished

H 24 in W 24 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Dresser and Nightstand by John Stuart

By John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage modern set by John Stuart with impressive walnut grain and accenting brass hardware. Dresser drawers are wide, bedside table has single drawer and open storage. Dresser: 38"...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

Mid-Century Dresser and Nightstand by John Stuart

H 43 in W 38 in D 19 in

Milo Baughman Rosewood Dresser for John Stuart

By Milo Baughman, John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning vintage dresser features stunning veneer front, chrome trim, and black glass top. Exquisite mid-century modern storage piece per...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Bedroom Sets

Milo Baughman Rosewood Dresser for John Stuart

H 31 in W 75 in D 19.25 in

John Stuart bedroom sets for sale on 1stDibs.

John Stuart bedroom sets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original bedroom sets by John Stuart were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. Prices for John Stuart bedroom sets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,700 and can go as high as $85,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,775.