John Stuart Dressers
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.
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Creator: John Stuart
Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chest may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if so desired.
A stellar ex...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Post modern white cane chrome 6 drawer dresser credenza
By Lane Furniture, John Stuart
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Post modern white cane chrome 6 drawer dresser credenza. White lacquer top with cream lacquer cane drawer fronts and sides. Has chrome accents behind drawers. Drawers are made of sol...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Chrome
John Stuart Casalinda Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza Triple Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
John Stuart Casalinda Collection for Mt Airy Furniture Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza Cabinet Triple Dresser. Item features 9 dovetailed drawers, brass pulls, nice clean ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
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Walnut
Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern, Dresser, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern, Dresser, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
Fully refinished dresser designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart. This cabinet has 8 drawers in tota...
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Mid-20th Century American John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Walnut Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Long Dresser Thin Edge Style MINT
By John Stuart, George Nelson, Jens Risom, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart Walnut Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Long Dresser Thin Edge Style MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
John Stuart Tall Walnut Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
John Stuart Walnut Dresser with brass Knobs and new black iron legs. Book matched walnut veneer gives this dresser an amazing look! One shallow top drawer and then 4 deep drawers b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Jonn Stuart Mid Century Modern 3 Drawer Aluminum Pulls Bachelor Chest Dresser
By John Keal, Jens Risom, George Nelson, John Stuart, Herman Miller
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Jonn Stuart Mid Century Modern 3 Drawer Aluminum Pulls Bachelor Chest Dresser.
1970s classic all restored to a like brand new condition.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished
By Mount Airy Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern long dresser or credenza
By John Stuart for Mount Airy, "Casalinda Collection"
USA, 1960s
Walnut, with ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern, Dresser, Mahogany, Brass, 1960s
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Mahogany Dresser, Stamped John Stuart, Brass
Mid century double dresser designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart; recently fully refinished. The custom...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
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Mahogany
Pair Modernist 3 Drawer Dressers / sTANDS, mOUNT Airy for James Stuart
By John Stuart, Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Pair Modernist 3 Drawer Dressers / sTANDS, by mOUNT Airy furniture co. for James Stuart.. Amazing book-matched wood graining..Sleek , simple design.Superior quality and const...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Milo Baughman, Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Rosewood, Chrome, John Stuart, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Rosewood Dresser for John Stuart, Chrome Accent
Fully refinished American mid-century dresser designed by Milo Baughman for John Stuart...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Chrome
John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Walnut Triple Dresser or Credenza, Refinished
By John Stuart, Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern long dresser or credenza
By John Stuart for Mount Airy, "Casalinda Collection"
USA, 1960s
Walnut, with original brass teardrop drawer pulls...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Patchwork Credenza by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Denton, TX
Patchwork credenza / dresser by John Stuart. Newly refinished ebonized wood with brass legs. Tons of drawers for maximum storage.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Stuart French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Highboy Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By John Stuart
USA, circa 1960s
Carved cherry wood, with original brass hardware.
Measure...
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1960s American French Provincial Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Stuart French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Highboy Dresser, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By John Stuart
USA, circa 1940s
Carved mahogany, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 38...
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1940s American Louis XVI Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Parchment Nightstands / Dressers / Chests
By John Stuart, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of John Stuart Three-Drawer Ebonized Mahogany and Parchment Dressers
A pair of 3 drawer Tommi Parzinger esque ebonized mahogany dressers with parchment covered drawer fronts and...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Paul Frankl Stamped John Stuart Double Dresser
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Paul Frankl Stamped John Stuart Double Dresser
A spectacular dresser designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, recently ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Lacquer
Compatible Pair Mid-Century Modern Dressers, Chests by Paul Frankl, John Stuart
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern Double dressers by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, Lacquer
Highly compatible Set of two spectacular dressers designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, recently f...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Modern 7 Drawer Mid-Century Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Features - 7 dovetailed drawers, mounted with brass pulls, and framed border in brass surrounding, Resting up on stretcher style base trimmed in brass accent. Factory original powder...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Wood
Two-Tone Highboy Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by John Stuart, this mid-century highboy dresser comprises two walnut cases whose dark frames and vertical door pulls contrast with the warm-toned fronts. The top case conta...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Hollywood Regency Ebony Dresser or Chest, Paul Frankl / John Stuart, Refinished
By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Stamford, CT
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 Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Credenza Dresser by Bert England for John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous brutalist credenza or long dresser by Bert England for John Stuart. Bi fold doors open to reveal 8 total drawers and a shelf. Walnut mosaic panels which are framed. Marble top on 90 % front edge is walnut. Brass tubular base with walnut sabots. A true quality piece. Signed John Stuart. Has been refinished. All doors...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
John Stuart 5 Drawers Walnut High Boy Chest Dresser Mid-Century Modern Mint!
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart 5 drawers walnut high boy chest dresser Mid-Century Modern Mint!
Book matched drawers.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Grand Rapids Faux Goatskin Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage John Stuart six-drawer dresser with brass pulls, rounded sides and faux goatskin finish. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Goatskin
Pair John Stuart Refinished 3 Drawer Bachelor Chests Dressers W/ Long Brass Pull
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair John Stuart refinished 3 drawer bachelor chests dressers w/ long brass pulls.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Paul Frankl Designed Mahogany Sideboard
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brothers credenza featuring mahogany veneer, cork laminated doors and brass hardware. inside the left door holds 4 dovetail jointed drawers, right door contai...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Cork
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage dresser is part of a four-piece set by John Stuart that features a wonderful light natural finish, tapered brass legs,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Paul Frankl Dresser and Nightstand for Johnson Furniture, 1950s
By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic 1950s ten-drawer double dresser and nightstand was designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture and retailed by John Stuart duri...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Metal
John Stuart Midcentury Highboy Walnut Dresser
By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern Highboy dresser designed by John Stuart for Johnson Furniture Co. in the United States, circa 1960s. Pure style and sophistication, featuring t...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
John Stuart Walnut 4 Drawer Bachelor Chest Small Dresser
By John Stuart, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart petit credenza 4 drawers bachelor chest dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Large Eight Drawers Tall Dresser Chest
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern light walnut 8 drawers large high chest dresser by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
John Stuart mid-century modern long burl walnut dresser credenza w/ Chrome bezel
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid century modern 11 drawers burl walnut long cadenza w/ chrome bezel by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Five Drawers Black Lacquer Mahogany High Chest Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern five drawers black lacquer high chest dresser by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Cabinet
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern highboy by John Stuart features brass pulls, sturdy sculpted legs, and many drawers for storage.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Wood
Magnificent Rare Restored Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete professional restoration. It is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the narrative: Completely Installati...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
Gorgeous Mahogany Black Lacquer Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite restored Art Deco commode by John Stuart, circa 1940. Stout, expertly crafted mahogany case construction finished in black lacquer. Heavy elegant solid brass strap hardw...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Midcentury Credenza
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage sliding door cabinet with brass trim and accents. Twelve total drawers make for a great bedroom dresser.
(Please confirm ite...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Three Drawers Narrow Chests End Side Tables
By Knoll, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer three drawers large end tables or bachelor chests or drawers by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
John Stuart Twelve Drawer Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant twelve drawer dresser boasts iconic design by John Stuart in a rich natural walnut. Brass stretcher and unique drawer pulls add to t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Exquisite Greek Key Chest in African Mahogany by John Stuart, circa 1960
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 12-drawer chest by John Stuart, circa 1960. Stout, expertly constructed case executed in exotic African Mahogany, atop wonderful Greek key feet. Heavy, stylish solid brass...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Stuart Light Walnut Eight Drawers Long Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern long 8 drawers vintage dresser by John Stuart.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dressers
Materials
Walnut
John Stuart dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
John Stuart dressers 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 dressers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dressers by John Stuart were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dressers by Edward Wormley, Henredon, and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Prices for John Stuart dressers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,330 and can go as high as $26,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,225.