In the Widdicomb family, furniture ran in the blood. Furniture maker George Widdicomb emigrated from England to the United States in 1845, eventually setting up a cabinet shop in Syracuse, New York, before moving west to Grand Rapids, Michigan. There, he opened a shop with his four sons, including John Widdicomb, whose name would help carry the family legacy into the 20th century.
A wealth of pine and oak forests rendered Grand Rapids a logging center during the 1800s, and it eventually gained recognition for its furniture industry. The city became a destination for furniture makers who hailed from across the United States and beyond. The Widdicomb shop in Grand Rapids prospered, as the patriarch’s formal English training allowed him to produce pieces with superior craftsmanship compared to those of his competitors. Although the Civil War halted business and took the life of one of the Widdicomb brothers, the family’s survivors would start anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, soon renamed the Widdicomb Furniture Company.
John Widdicomb, however, split from the family business in 1897 to create the John Widdicomb Company, where he would go on to focus on Louis XV- and French Provincial-style furnishings. Chairs made in these styles have distinct characteristics, such as floral motifs carved in the frames and gently angled backrests. John's company also remained a family affair: The founder’s son, Harry, assumed control of the company when his father died in 1910, while John's nephew Ralph Widdicombe — who retained the English spelling of his last name and joined the John Widdicomb Company at its start — designed every single piece of the offerings at his uncle's manufacturing outfit until he retired in 1951. Ralph was an internationally distinguished furniture designer whose modern mahogany bedroom suite won first prize at the Paris Exposition in 1900.
The original iteration of Widdicomb, which was helmed by John's older brother William while John ran his own brand, had shifted from making period revival styles of furniture, such as Georgian and Chippendale, to manufacturing modern pieces in the late 1920s. Admirers of mid-century modern furnishings likely recognize Widdicomb for the partnerships with iconic designers such as Frank Lloyd Wright, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Mario Buatta. In 1959, master woodworker George Nakashima created his Origins collection for Widdicomb when the firm merged with Mueller Furniture Corporation and was known, for around 10 years, as Widdicomb-Mueller. Origins, a revered Shaker-influenced group of nightstands, upholstered lounge chairs, dining-room tables and more, saw Nakashima working with woods like Carpathian elm and laurel in his Pennsylvania studio.
Eventually, the two Widdicomb companies would combine in 1970, operating under the name John Widdicomb Co.
In 2002, the business closed after more than a century of operations, and its assets were acquired by Stickley Furniture. Interestingly, it was not the first time Widdicomb and Stickley overlapped: In the final years of the 19th century, the companies opened a shared storehouse in London, while John Widdicomb and Albert Stickley would travel Europe together for the purposes of research.
Today, Stickley continues to produce John Widdicomb Company furniture, including French, Italian, English and Russian reproductions, as well as modern works from the first half of the 20th century.
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$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning John Widdicomb Parquet Inlay Country French Provincial Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning John Widdicomb French Provincial parquet top dining table made in Grand Rapids Michigan. Curved corners with fantastic inlayed criss cross pattern parquet table top...
Walnut
Midcentury Hollywood Regency John Widdicomb Brass/Glass Square Cocktail Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple transitional design from a classic furniture maker, John Widdicomb. This table features patinated brass frame with inlayed clear glass. Very good condition.
Brass
John Widdicomb Brass Patinaed Top End Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Unique & Rare John Widdicomb Faux Bronzed with Brass Patinaed Console Side End Table. A Table Faux Bronzed frame with Brass Patinaed inset top. Simple elegant parsons style table wi...
Brass
Louis XV Style Nightstands by John Widdicomb A Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair of Louis XV Style Nightstands by esteemed American maker John Widdicomb, celebrated for translating European classism into impeccably crafted 20th century furniture. This pair...
Wood
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Twin Bed
By John Widdicomb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved cherry wood twin bed By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1940s Measures: 41.5"W x 79.5"D x 45"H. Very good ...
Cherry
$3,460Sale Price|20% Off
1970's Vintage Signed John Widdicomb Buffet/ Sideboard/ Credenza/ Dry Bar
By John Widdicomb
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Vintage 1970's Buffet/ Sideboard/ Credenza Signed by John Widdicomb. This buffet commands presence. There is much closed and open storage. Miami Beach Estate Purchase.
Wood
Mid Century Widdicomb Long Dresser Credenza
By John Widdicomb, John Stuart
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century John Stuart for John Widdicomb brass star shape pulls 9 drawers long dresser or credenza. Fantastic detail with contrasting brutal design, original star pulls and tapered...
Brass
$1,960Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of John Widdicomb Faux Bamboo End Tables
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pasadena, TX
The Pair of Faux Bamboo John Widdicomb End Tables is a stylish and versatile addition to any living space, embodying a timeless design that enhances both classic and contemporary dec...
Glass, Faux Bamboo
$2,200 / set
Pair of John Widdicomb Mirrors 1979
By John Widdicomb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic mirrors by John WIddicomb, 1979. Black laquer finish, minimalist elegant design. Signed on the back.
Mahogany
Vintage John Widdicomb Shell Mirror French Rocco Style
By John Widdicomb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Classic John Widdicomb French Provincial Rocco mirror. Beautifully detailed with sweeping curves topped with shell or foliage motif adornment. Rich brown frame with gold leaf detail....
Wood, Paint
Rare John Widdicomb "KING" bed / headboard, Mediterranean Boutique Series
By John Widdicomb
Located in Buffalo, NY
*SELDOM SEEN*. ....A fabulous King size Bed from a coveted boutique series by John Widdicomb, circa 1965. Expertly crafted mahogany case construction finished in a wonderful mahogany...
Mahogany, Giltwood
1960’s John Widdicomb Bonnet Top Chinoiserie Cabinets, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in North Canton, OH
The Rarest of Rare, these Mottled Black Chinoiserie examples of this infamous John Widdicomb Cabinet are the Holy Grail of Collection. Incredible find, extraordinary in person. More ...
Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kensington, MD
Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb Additional information: Material: walnut Gracious John Widdicomb style & quality. A gentle arc of walnut forms ...
Walnut
Exquisite Pair of Bombe Small Chests by Bert England for Widdicomb, circa 1965
By Bert England, John Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chests are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. An exceptional pair of bombe small...
Brass
Louis XV Style Black Ebonized Brass Mounted Leather Top Desk By John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 29 in W: 53 1/4 in D: 25 1/2 in A stunning Louis XV-style black ebonized and brass-mounted three-drawer desk by John Widdicomb, exuding timeless elegance and superio...
Brass
1960s Widdicomb Spanish Baroque Style Record Player SideBoard Storage Cabinet
By John Widdicomb
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sideboard storage cabinet you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best...
Brass
John Widdicomb MCM Campaign Style 3 Piece Burlwood Dresser and Vanity Set
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Campaign Style 3 Piece Burlwood Dresser and Vanity Set Each of the two cabinets in this set is 36 wide x 19 deep x 30.5 in...
Brass
Fabulous Asian Modern Widdicomb Dining Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Velvet
By John Widdicomb, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Asian modern set of six dining chairs by Widdicomb, two armchairs and four side chairs. We love the original Jack Lenor Larsen fabric but it does show wear-one has a small p...
Upholstery, Mahogany
John Widdicomb French Provincial Nightstands, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
John Widdicomb French Provincial Two Drawer Nightstands, a Pair John Widdicomb Furniture, USA, 1950s 22 Wide x 14 Deep x 28 High Frenc...
Brass
Exceptional Mahogany Cabinet by Bert England for Widdicomb, circa 1965
By John Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent cabinet is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready A s...
Brass
Mid-Century Writing Desk By Dale Ford for John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Refined MCM desk designed by Dale Ford for the prestigious John Widdicomb Company. Known for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless designs, Widdicomb pieces are highly regarded ...
Wood
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Rosewood Gentleman's Chest, 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest or highboy dresser By Dale Ford for John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous book-matched walnut, with original rosewood and al...
Aluminum
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
John Widdicomb Mahogany Gold Gilt 3 Drawer Mediterranean Petite Credenza
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely John Widdicomb mahogany gold gilt 3 drawer/2 doors Mediterranean style petite credenza. Item features bun feet, gold gilt decorated drawer an...
Wood
Chippendale Style Gallery Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Houston, TX
John Widdicomb Company chippendale style mahogany gallery table featuring cabriole legs and a satin varnished finish. To view more of our listings from Moxie Interiors, scroll down ...
Mahogany
John Widdicomb Italian Rococo Louis XV Cream Lacquered Bedside Chests, Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian Rococo Louis XV style bombay commodes or nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful carved cream lacquered walnut, with gold gilt details,...
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza with Hutch
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Credenza with Hutch The credenza measures: 60 wide x 20.25 deep x 32.25 inches high The hutch measures: 56.75 wide x 15 deep x 41.75 inch...
Brass
Pair of John Widdicomb Cherry Two Drawers Night Stands End Side Bed Tables MINT!
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of John Widdicomb Cherry Two Drawers Night Stands End Side Bed Tables MINT!
Brass
Romantic Vanity Bench in the French or Italian Style
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Decorative and romantic vanity bench, probably American manufacture, in the Continental style. Rope tassels, carved cabriole legs with upholstered pad seat, upholstery shows wear.
Upholstery, Wood
John Widdicomb Hand Painted Imprinted Leather Serpentine Dresser Chest Sideboard
By John Widdicomb
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, versatile, John Widdicomb commode dresser you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Very heavy and s...
Brass
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Mid Century Chinoiserie Credenza
By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Mid Century Chinoiserie Credenza This credenza measures: 48 wide x 17 deep x 32.5 inches high All pi...
Metal
John Widdicomb Bar Cart / Server with Expanding Top
By John Widdicomb
Located in Highland, IN
This striking John Widdicomb bar cart or serving cart has several great features: a terrific graphic quality with a dynamic composition of clear and...
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Long Dresser Credenza Cabinet Burl Sliding Doors
By John Widdicomb, George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Nakashima for widdicomb long dresser credenza cabinet burl sliding doors mint!
Walnut, Burl
Gorgeous Restored Pair of Mediterranean Treasure Chests by Widdicomb, circa 1965
By John Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent small chests are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. A fabulous pair of restored three-drawer small Treasure chests...
Mahogany
Pair J. Widdicomb Neoclassical Partial Gilt Ebonized Wood Upholstered Armchairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of John Widdicomb Neoclassical Style Partial Gilt Ebonized Wood Rose and Champagne Striped Upholstered Armchairs. Measure 23" in width, 23" in depth and 36.5" in height. Seat ...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$5,480Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Hermes Orange Widdicomb Credenza Asian Brass Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Hermes orange lacquered John Widdicomb credenza buffet. We love the Asian Campaign style this high-end vintage piece has. This lovely credenza has been totally restored t...
Brass
John Widdicomb Faux Bamboo and Cane King Size Headboard
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
John Widdicomb faux bamboo and cane king size headboard. Good condition. 2 Caning over wood panels. Removable panels. New finials. Measures 80" in width an...
Cane, Hardwood
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Commode or Chest of Drawers
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or dresser chest By John Widdicomb USA, late 20th century Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Drawers...
Brass
MidCentury Dale Ford John Widdicomb Triple Dresser
By Dale Ford, John Widdicomb
Located in Baltimore, MD
An elegant Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Dresser c. 1960s. This is a beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship designed by Dale Ford for the John Widdicomb Company. This beautiful...
Walnut
Handsome and Rare American Midcentury Walnut Dressing Cabinet by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome and rare American midcentury walnut dressing cabinet by John Widdicomb; how fantastic is this dressing cabinet/chest?; flip-up top with interior mirror and fitted compartm...
Wood
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern burled olive wood Parsons extension dining table By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 72"W x 45"D x 29.38"H. Extends up to 120"W with two...
Burl
W. A. Berkey & J. Widdicomb Oval Mahogany Occasional Serving Table on Wheels
By William A. Berkey Furniture Co., John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
William A. Berkey (American, 1881-1976) for John Widdicomb oval two tiered occasional table, cart table, serving table. Banded mahogany with tapered column supports and wire mesh sid...
Iron
Mid 20th Century John Widdicomb Bombe Style Walnut Nightstands, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of John Widdicomb Bombe style walnut nighstands in excellent condition. This gorgeous set of 2 Night Tables/Small Dressers made out of wood...
Brass
Black Lacquer One Leaf X Base Gibbings Trestle Dining Table by Widdicomb Mint
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Black lacquer one leaf x base gibbings trestle dining table by Widdicomb Mint!. one table leaf measuring 20 inches across.
Walnut
Louis XV Style Black Ebonized and Gold Cane Back Armchair by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 38 in W: 24 1/2 in D: 25 in SH: 18 1/4 in A striking Louis XV-style black ebonized and gold cane-back armchair by John Widdicomb, exuding timeless French elegance a...
Brass
John Widdicomb Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Cocktail Table, Circa 1970s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency coffee or cocktail table By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1970s Brass frame with beveled glass top. Measures: 39" W x 39" ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Framed Mirror by Edward Wormley for Widdicomb C1960
By Edward Wormley, John Widdicomb
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic example of a large walnut framed mid century mirror with a simple elegant look. Slabs of walnut panels offering their beautiful grain in each piece. Mirror itself has a thi...
Mirror, Walnut
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Dale Ford Walnut and Cane Sideboard by John Widdicomb
By Dale Ford, John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
An excellent use of grain pattern and direction create a clean and striking cabinet from John Widdicomb. The cane front doors and open back of the upper piece create depth and add co...
Brass
1950's John Widdicomb coffee/cocktail glass table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage John Widdicomb oval Burled Wood Coffee Table with Beveled Glass. A timeless piece by one of the most relevant designers of almost every style of furniture design capturing...
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, Circa 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1950s Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacquered and gol...
Brass
John Widdicomb Italian Provincial Parquetry Top Two-Tier Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Provincial style two-tier coffee or cocktail table By John Widdicomb USA, late 20th century Mahogany, with inlaid satinwood parquetry and brass sabots. ...
Brass
Asian Modern John Widdicomb Square Lacquered Table with Incised Decoration
By John Widdicomb
Located in Houston, TX
Asian Modern John Widdicomb square lacquered table with incised decoration. This gorgeous low table or end table is lacquered a Chinese burgundy /...
Wood, Lacquer
John Widdicomb, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Stamford, CT
John Widdicomb, American Mid-Century Modern, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1960s Pair of wonderfully refinished cabinets designed and produced by John Widdicomb in the Unit...
Brass
$4,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Six J. Stuart Clingman Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
From Clingman's Mid-Century Modern group, set of six walnut dining chairs with curved and spindle backs. Slightly raised centre top rail with delicate side stretchers and squared cap...
Walnut, Silk, Upholstery
John Widdicomb for Mastercraft Brass Frame Console Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Toledo, OH
Console table by John Widdicomb in a heavy brass sculpted frame with a faux marble finish top and three drawers with brass handles, and a 1978 label in the back of one of the drawers...
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstand or Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern black lacquered side table or nightstand By John Widdicomb USA, circa 1950s Measures: 21.75" W...
Wood, Lacquer
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Macassar Ebony Widdicomb Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pasadena, TX
Macassar Ebony Widdicomb Side Table. John Widdicomb side or coffee table. Patchwork design in bleached and ebony macassar with walnut legs. Manufacturer's mark.
Ebony
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie coffee table or cocktail table By Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1980s Faux tortoise shell finish, with carved Asian floral mo...
Glass, Wood
Faux Tortoiseshell and Rosewood Etageres' from John Widdicomb, circa 1970
By John Widdicomb
Located in North Canton, OH
Extraordinary find. 4 Faux Tortoiseshell hand painted Etegeres' with Rosewood Backs and Plate Glass Shelving. Gorgeous pieces.
Rosewood
$840Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair Gustavian Style Square-Back, Cane Painted Side Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful pair of Gustavian style painted wood, square-back cane and upholstered side chairs by John Widdicomb Co. of Grand Rapids, Michigan. USA, Circa 1950s Solid sculpted wood...
Hardwood
John Widdcomb, Cabinet, Wood, Brass, USA, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and wood cabinet produced by John Widdcomb, USA, 1950s.
Brass