John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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.

Creator: John Stuart

John Stuart Oiled Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern King Size Bed Headboard MINT!

By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber, John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

John Stuart Oiled Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern King Size Bed Headboard MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

John Stuart Oiled Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern King Size Bed Headboard MINT!

Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Walnut King Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Walnut King Headboard. Featuring a straight line design, solid wood frame, and beautiful walnut...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Walnut King Headboard

Paul Frankl Light Walnut Brass Accents Queen Size XXX Movie Headboard Bed MINT

By John Stuart, Established Lines, Paul Frankl

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Paul Frankl Light Walnut Brass Accents Queen Size XXX Movie Headboard Bed MINT

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

Paul Frankl Light Walnut Brass Accents Queen Size XXX Movie Headboard Bed MINT

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern King Size Walnut Headboard

H 37 in W 79.5 in D 2 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut King Bed Headboard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful American mid century King bed headboard in excellent vintage condition with sculpted wood details with brass accents. finely c...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut King Bed Headboard

H 42 in W 106 in D 3 in

Vintage Bed Frame, Queen Size, Headboard, Footboard, Transitional

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Vintage Bed Frame, Queen Size, Headboard, Footboard, Seamans, Transitional, American, Colonial, Farmhouse, Rustic, Bedroom. Measurements: 82.5" x 60...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

Vintage Bed Frame, Queen Size, Headboard, Footboard, Transitional

H 58 in W 66.5 in D 92.5 in

Paul McCobb King-Size Brass Frame Headboard

By Paul McCobb

Located in Chicago, IL

Brass frame headboard with mahogany panels. Fully restored and refinished in dark walnut. Designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

Paul McCobb King-Size Brass Frame Headboard

H 36 in W 78 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Century Walnut & Cane King Headboard

By Century Furniture

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Century King Headboard. Featuring a straight line design, made up of solid wood with cane over top, and a beautiful walnut finish. This is an...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Cane, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Century Walnut & Cane King Headboard

H 36 in W 78.25 in D 1 in

Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Full / Double Bed Frame

By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman

Located in Fulton, CA

Full / Double bed frame designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman of California. Newly upholstered headboard, but fabric can be easily changed if des...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Fir, Fabric

Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Full / Double Bed Frame

H 34.5 in W 57 in D 79 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Cane King Size Headboard

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Cane King Size Headboard. Featuring a straight line design, walnut frame, four reversible cane panels, and a beautiful walnut finish...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Cane, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Cane King Size Headboard

H 38 in W 115 in D 2 in

Stunning Queen Size Midcentury R-Way Walnut Headboard

By R-Way Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A beautiful vintage modern headboard by R-Way furniture with a charming vintage walnut finish. Sleek design at 63 inches wide, this piece make...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Stunning Queen Size Midcentury R-Way Walnut Headboard

H 36 in W 63 in D 1.75 in

Paul Evans Style Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard

By Lane Furniture, Paul Evans

Located in Countryside, IL

Paul Evans style lane Brutalist mid century walnut queen headboard This headboard is 60 wide x 2 deep x 42 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Paul Evans Style Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard

H 42 in W 60 in D 2 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut King Bed Headboard curved Design

By Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful American mid-century King bed headboard in excellent vintage condition with curved horn Design. finely crafted. Fits a King sized mattress. Bed Headboard only NO metal bed ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut King Bed Headboard curved Design

H 38 in W 80 in D 2 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut King Bed Headboard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful American mid century King bed headboard in excellent vintage condition with sculpted wood details with brass accents. finely crafted. Fits a King sized mattress. Bed Headbo...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Beautiful Mid-Century Walnut King Bed Headboard

H 42 in W 106 in D 3 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 Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

1950s John Stuart Mid Century Modern Nightstands - a Pair

H 22 in W 23 in D 28 in

Previously Available Items

Paul Frankl for John Stuart Mid Century Modern Vintage King Headboard c. 1960s

By Paul Frankl, John Stuart, John Stuart Inc.

Located in Denville, NJ

"Please request a shipping quote from us directly by sending your zip code. We can ship most items between $300-$600. We photograph and list inventory in the condition it arrives a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

Paul Frankl for John Stuart Mid Century Modern Vintage King Headboard c. 1960s

H 36.5 in W 80 in D 2 in

John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut King Size Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut king size headboard By John Stuart USA, 1960s Measures: 80"W x 1.75"D x 35.5"H. Good original vintage condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut King Size Headboard

H 35.5 in W 80 in D 1.75 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Black Lacquer and Rosewood King Headboard for John Stuart

By John Stuart

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful black lacquer and rosewood bed headboard in wonderful condition for John Stuart. All black with rosewood and chrome details. Fits a king sized mattress. Bed headboard only ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

Beautiful Mid-Century Black Lacquer and Rosewood King Headboard for John Stuart

H 37 in W 79 in D 2 in

Pair of Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Full Size Beds Daybed by John Stuart

By John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of solid walnut Mid-Century Modern full size beds daybed by John Stuart.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Pair of Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Full Size Beds Daybed by John Stuart

H 36 in W 38 in D 1 in

John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut King Size Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut king size headboard By John Stuart USA, circa 1960s Measures: 77.25" W x 1.25" D x 37.25" H. Very good original vintage ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut King Size Headboard

H 37.25 in W 77.25 in L 37.25 in

King-Size Headboard Bed ‘X’ Pattern Walnut and Brass

By John Stuart, Janus Collection

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern X-pattern John Stuart brass and walnut headboard bed king-size.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

King-Size Headboard Bed ‘X’ Pattern Walnut and Brass

H 37 in W 81 in D 3 in

John Stuart Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautifully figured and richly toned bookmatched wood panels. Contrasting inset ebonized wood accents and aluminum border trim. Original John Stuart medallion. Fits queen or full siz...

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20th Century American Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal

John Stuart Headboard

H 35.5 in W 60.5 in D 1.75 in

John Stuart King Size Walnut Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice king size headboard by John Stuart.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

John Stuart King Size Walnut Headboard

H 37 in W 82 in D 2 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Queen-Size Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

John Stuart mid-century modern walnut headboard.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Queen-Size Headboard

H 39 in W 60 in D 1 in

Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Walnut and Rosewood King Headboard

By John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice mid century modern king size headboard.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Beds and Bed Frames

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Walnut and Rosewood King Headboard

H 38 in W 80 in D 2 in

John Stuart beds and bed frames for sale on 1stDibs.

John Stuart beds and bed frames 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 John Stuart beds and bed frames, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original beds and bed frames by John Stuart were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider beds and bed frames by Paul Frankl, Calvin, and Planner Group. Prices for John Stuart beds and bed frames can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $2,250, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,695.