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.
Find vintage John Widdicomb bedroom furniture, tables, case pieces and more on 1stDibs.
Mid Century Wm A Berkey John Widdicomb Olive Wood Triangle Pedestal End Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century William A. Berkey / John Widdicomb Olive wood side / end / accent table. Rounded triangular top with pedestal base and onion shaped feet. Dimensions: 16.75" x 22" (Diam...
Olive
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
John Widdicomb Bar Cart by Dale Ford with Expanding Top
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
Gold Leaf Commode by John Widdicomb, Louis XV Style, Wood, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dallas, TX
This gorgeous Louis XV chest by John Widdicomb has incredible French style with a classic serpentine Bombay silhouette, elegant French styled details, and raised design with gold lea...
Wood
$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 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
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
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
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
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Oak and Burl Wood Nightstands, Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, circa 1960s Solid oak, with burl wood tops and original brass hardware. Measures: 1...
Brass
Burl Side Drinks Table By Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
A round burl wood side or drinks table by Widdicomb, circa mid-20th century, USA. Table has a brown burl veneer wood top with beautiful design, and butter hue center with a tri-foot ...
Wood, Burl, Paint
W. A. Berkey & J. Widdicomb Oval Mahogany Occasional Serving Table on Wheels
By John Widdicomb, William A. Berkey Furniture Co.
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
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Green Lacquered Nightstands
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Green lacquered solid cherry wood, with original brass ha...
Brass
Fine Carved Wood Base Marble Top 31” Diameter Gueridon Center Table Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Carved Wood Base Marble Top 31” Diameter Gueridon Center Table Widdicomb
Marble
1960s Mid-Century Modern Cherry Dresser by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century solid Cherry wood dresser custom stained updatred in a dark Sapphire Midnight Blue. The brass hardware has been professionally up...
Brass
John Widdicomb Biedermeier Style Brass Mounted Mahogany Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
A like new late 20th Century John Widdicomb Biedermeier Style Brass Mounted Mahogany Side Table. Measures 30.5" in width , 23" on depth, 28.25" in height.
Brass
John Widdicomb Empire-Style Three-Drawer Marble-Top Chest, Circa 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A handsome Empire-style chest of drawers by John Widdicomb Co., Grand Rapids, Michigan, combining a rectangular white marble top within a brass gallery rail above a case of book-matc...
Carrara Marble, Brass
1960 Nakashima for Widdicomb Sundra Walnut Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Bensalem, PA
Please look at video and pictures for overall detail and condition. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Rosewood, Walnut
Floating Widdicomb Marble Inserts Top Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice "floating" rectangle top with three marble inserts coffee table by Widdicomb.
Marble
John Widdicomb Art Deco Walnut and Burl Wood Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern Art Deco walnut and burl wood dining table, breakfast table, center table, or library table By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 60"W x 40"D x 30.25"H. ...
Walnut, Burl
Georgian Rosewood Chest of Drawers by John Stuart for Widdicomb, 1950s
By John Stuart, John Widdicomb
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fine rosewood chest of drawers by John Stuart for John Widdicomb Co. This bedroom storage cabinet features sculptural carved palm-like columns and original brass hardware. Original J...
Brass
Wonderful Widdicomb Petite Drop Leaf Dining Table 4 Leaves Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Widdicomb petite drop leaf dining table with 4 leaves. This table is fabulous because of its extra small size when all the leaves are out an...
Maple
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Coffee Table
By Mario Buatta, John Widdicomb
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
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
Widdicomb Marble Top Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950's marble top coffee table made by John Widdicomb. Round black marble top has white and hints of pink through out. Painted fin legged wood base is black. Beautiful vintage table.
Marble
John Widdicomb French Provincial Cherry Wood Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial solid cherry wood drop leaf extension dining table By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 22"W x 40"D x 29....
Cherry
John Widdicomb Hollywood Regency Campaign Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign five-drawer highboy dresser By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Black lacquered solid cherry wood, with original brass hardwa...
Brass
Large Square Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Coffee Table by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency style coffee or cocktail table by John Widdicomb. Made in the USA, Circa 1970s. Brass waterfall frame with beveled glass top. Me...
Brass
Widdicomb Solid Cherry Brass Pulls Hardware Block Front High Chest Dresser Mint!
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Widdicomb solid cherry brass pulls hardware block front high chest dresser mint! 6 drawers Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest by John Widdicomb.
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Brass Large Wall Mirror, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern large framed wall mirror By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Solid cherry wood, with brass trim. Measures: 52.38"W x 2"D x 34.5"H. Very good ori...
Brass
John Widdicomb, American Modern, Nightstand, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Stamford, CT
John Widdicomb, American Mid-Century Modern, Nightstand or Bedside Cabinet, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1960s A modernist nightstand designed and produced by John Widdicomb in the United St...
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chest of Drawers
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co. USA, Circa 1940s Solid ...
Marble, Brass
Persian Walnut Dresser by Bert England for John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Bert England
Located in Hanover, MA
Luxurious nine drawer dresser in Persian walnut designed by Bert England for the John Widdicomb's Orientation Group. End doors with chunky s...
Brass
John Widdicomb 2 Tier Drop Leaf Walnut Bookmatched Top Accent Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
Two Tier John Widdicomb drop leaf walnut bookmtached veneer top accent table side table. Table Measures 25"W x 27D" x 22"H with Leafs extended. 21"W x 27"D x 22"H with leafs dropped...
Hardwood, Walnut
John Widdicomb French Regency Walnut Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century French Regency nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Carved walnut, with original brass hardw...
Brass
John Widdicomb Queen Anne Solid Mahogany Dining Chairs, Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Queen Anne or Georgian style dining chairs By John Widdicomb USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany frames, with upholstered seats. Measures: 21"W x 21.5"D...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$984Sale Price|29% Off
1970's Neoclassical style Occasional/ Accent/ Side Chair By John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Very High Quality Arm Chair by John Widdicomb. Front legs have brass wheels. Undulating Textile. Light peach striped fabric. Beautiful quality Chair.
Wood
John Widdicomb Cream Goatskin Side Table On Canted Brass Legs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual end table design from John Widdicomb, this lacquered goatskin finish case is mounted atop a patinated brass, canted corner base. The slim...
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Breakfront Bookcase
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1950s Beautiful carved solid cherry wood, with original bras...
Brass
Hollywood Regency Widdicomb Chest of Drawers or Commode with Gold Gilding
By John Widdicomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A chic chest of drawers by Widdicomb circa 1960's. It features distressed mahogany with gold gilding. Two big drawers with tons of space.
Wood
Very Fine Two Part Breakfront Sideboard Cabinet Wall Unit by John Widdicomb MINT
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine Two Part Breakfront Sideboard Cabinet Wall Unit by John Widdicomb MINT. Decorative forged brass window grills have hinges and can be opened to maintain and clean the glass.
Brass
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
Mid Century John Widdicomb White Painted Nightstand or Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Doylestown, PA
Vintage mid century nightstand or side table by John Widdicomb, refinished in white, c. 1950s. Great stand with sleek lines featuring a...
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables or end tables By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacque...
Brass
Dale Ford For John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers Dresser Walnut Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Dresser or Chest of drawers designed by Dale Ford for John Widdicomb. Features 3 drawers for lots of storage space. Makers Brandmark inside the drawers. F-589-335
Walnut
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. Measur...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern "Accordion" Doors Dresser by John Widdicomb Brass Pulls
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
High quality folding doors dresser or credenza by John Widdicomb.
Cherry
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Nightstands, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous burled walnut, with original Asian-inspired brass h...
Brass
Mid Century Widdicomb Burl Wood Two Door One Drawer End Table Nightstand Mint!
By Edward Wormley, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Widdicomb burl wood two door one drawer end table night stand mint!
Brass
John Widdicomb Walnut Finish Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
1950 Vintage John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern walnut finish extension table with four leaves. Four leaves each 13.5 inches wide. Max table length is 93.75 inches. Seats eight Peopl...
Walnut
John Widdicomb Klismos Saber Leg Side Chair Burl Regency Neoclassical 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An early variant of the JW-1773 Klismos side chair from the 1960s. This chair was purchased with a T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bullet desk from a retired representative of The Widdicomb F...
Fabric, Burl
$2,190Sale Price|40% Off
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Ebonized Mahogany Drop-Leaf Extendable Dining Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb ebonized mahogany drop-leaf extendable dining table with one leaf. Completely folded the table measures: 26 x 40 x 29" H. Leafs open measures: 58 x 40...
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Brutal Mirrors by John Stuart
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century brutal mirrors by John Stuart for John Widdicomb. Thin profile with iconic arched tips. Curbside to NYC/Philly $450
Mirror, Walnut
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Faux Tortoiseshell Chinoiserie Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Faux Tortoiseshell Chinoiserie Dining Table w...
Wood, Lacquer
Lovely Widdiicomb Regency Modern Wing Lounge Chair Ottoman for John Stuart
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Regency Modern John Widdicomb for John Stuart lounge chair with matching ottoman. The original fabric is worn and dated but this set has excellent bones. We just love the ...
Upholstery, Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentlemen's High Chest Dresser MINT!
By Dale Ford, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentlemen's High Chest Dresser MINT!
Aluminum
Lovely John Widdicomb Tall Dresser With Tamboured Doors
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous signed piece of john widdicomb tall dresser with tamboured doors. This dresser is in gorgeous condition with it original finish. I l...
Brass
Walnut Boat Shape Double Tripod Bases One Extension Leaf Board Dining Table MINT
By John Widdicomb, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Walnut Boat Shape Double Tripod Bases One Extension Leaf Board Dining Table MINT 1 x 12in with an extended table length of 76in
Brass
Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Bachelor Chest Narrow Dresser Mint
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings For Widdicomb black lacquer 3 drawer bachelor chest narrow dresser mint.
Walnut
Pair Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonized Black Lacquer Night Stands End Tables Mint
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Gibbings for Widdicomb ebonised black lacquer night stands end tables mint!
Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Modern Parson Lounge Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Milo Baughman
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage pair of Parson upholstered lounge armchairs manufactured by John Widdicomb, circa 1970's. This set provides plenty of comfort offering padded armrests, goose down-filled cush...
Fabric