John Widdicomb Furniture

American, 1845-1910

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.

Creator: John Widdicomb

Persian Walnut Dresser by Bert England for John Widdicomb

$6,300

Persian Walnut Dresser by Bert England for John Widdicomb

By Bert England, John Widdicomb

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Brass

John Widdicomb Klismos Saber Leg Side Chair Burl Regency Neoclassical 1960s

$1,350

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...

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1960s American Neoclassical Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Fabric, Burl

Three-Drawer White Lacquer Stand by Widdicomb

$1,800

Three-Drawer White Lacquer Stand by Widdicomb

By Tommi Parzinger, John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Stand end table by John Widdicomb in white lacquer. Solid brass hardware.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

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Hardwood

Dale Ford For John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers Dresser Walnut Mid-Century Modern

$3,060

Dale Ford For John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers Dresser Walnut Mid-Century Modern

By Dale Ford, John Widdicomb

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Walnut

John Widdicomb Cream Goatskin Side Table On Canted Brass Legs

$3,750

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...

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Late 20th Century American John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Brass

Lovely John Widdicomb Light Walnut Headboard Mid-Century Modern

$1,650

Lovely John Widdicomb Light Walnut Headboard Mid-Century Modern

By John Widdicomb

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely John Widdicomb light walnut 60" headboard. This piece is in very nice vintage condition. Please see my other 1stdibs offerings for the more pieces of this collection.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Walnut

Fine Carved Wood Base Marble Top 31” Diameter Gueridon Center Table Widdicomb

$1,400

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

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20th Century American Regency Revival John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Marble

Fancy John Widdicomb Regency Style Two Drawer Commode

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Fancy John Widdicomb Regency Style Two Drawer Commode

By John Widdicomb

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Elegant medium sized two drawer commode having magnificent glossy mahogany with curlicue paint and gilt decoration, shiny brasses and cabriole legs.

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Early 2000s American Regency John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage John Widdicomb Lingerie Chest/Highboy, 1950s

$2,100

Vintage John Widdicomb Lingerie Chest/Highboy, 1950s

By John Widdicomb

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful Country French highboy designed by John Widdicomb, it has the designer mark in the first drawer. It has seven drawers that work good, they com...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Wood

Widdicomb Solid Cherry Brass Pulls Hardware Block Front High Chest Dresser Mint!

$4,000

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.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brass Framed Upholstered Octagonal Mirror by John Widdicomb

$3,250

Brass Framed Upholstered Octagonal Mirror by John Widdicomb

By John Widdicomb, John Stuart Inc.

Located in Hanover, MA

High quality octagonal shaped mirror produced in 1960 by John Widdicomb for John Stuart. Outer frame is slim solid brass with upholstered 4 inch inner border. Currently in its ori...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Brass

John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair

$3,895 / set

John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair

By John Widdicomb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

John Widdicomb Mid Century walnut and brass nightstands - pair Each nightstand measures: 25 wide x 18 deep x 24.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Brass

Large Square Deep Bronze Velvet Upholstery Tufted Upholstery Ottoman Footstool

$2,200

Large Square Deep Bronze Velvet Upholstery Tufted Upholstery Ottoman Footstool

By John Widdicomb, Harvey Probber

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern bronze upholstery tufted stool ottoman by Widdicomb. Ball casters well built construction frame high quality upholstery.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

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Velvet

Pair Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonized Black Lacquer Night Stands End Tables Mint

$4,400 / set

Pair Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonized Black Lacquer Night Stands End Tables Mint

By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair Gibbings for Widdicomb ebonised black lacquer night stands end tables mint!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Walnut

John Widdicomb Walnut Finish Extension Dining Table

$3,510

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Walnut

Rare Highboy Secretary by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

$4,500

Rare Highboy Secretary by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co., John Widdicomb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elevate your home office or study with this monumental secretary cabinet conceived by iconic British-American architect T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (b. 1903-1976) for his legendary mid-ce...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

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Metal, Brass

John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentlemen's High Chest Dresser MINT!

$4,800

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!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Bachelor Chest Narrow Dresser Mint

$3,800

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.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Floating Walnut Top Travertine Insert Tapered legs Rectangle Coffee Table MINT!

$4,400

Floating Walnut Top Travertine Insert Tapered legs Rectangle Coffee Table MINT!

By Paul McCobb, John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Floating Walnut Top Travertine Insert Tapered legs Rectangle Coffee Table MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

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Travertine

Set of Eight Newly Upholstered Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb

$12,000 / set

Set of Eight Newly Upholstered Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb

By John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice set of eight 8 dining room chairs by John Widdicomb.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Very Fine Two Part Breakfront Sideboard Cabinet Wall Unit by John Widdicomb MINT

$12,500

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.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair

$3,347 / set

John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair

By John Widdicomb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

John Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 25 wide x 18 deep x 24.75 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser by John Widdicomb

$3,250

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser by John Widdicomb

By John Widdicomb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful mid-century modern highboy dresser crafted in rich walnut by John Widdicomb. Features clean architectural lines, elegant brass handles, and spacious drawers—an exceptional ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

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Brass

Lovely Widdiicomb Regency Modern Wing Lounge Chair Ottoman for John Stuart

$2,750

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 ...

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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Widdicomb Faux Finish 3 Drawer Long Sofa Console Table Credenza W/ Shelf Mint!

$4,800

Widdicomb Faux Finish 3 Drawer Long Sofa Console Table Credenza W/ Shelf Mint!

By John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Widdicomb Faux Finish 3 Drawer Long Sofa Console Table Credenza Shelf MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!

$6,000

Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Ultrasuede, Walnut

Widdicomb Hexagon Light Walnut Top Center Lamp Side Table Stand Espresso Base

$4,000

Widdicomb Hexagon Light Walnut Top Center Lamp Side Table Stand Espresso Base

By John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Widdicomb Hexagon light walnut top center lamp side table stand espresso base.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Walnut

50s John Widdicomb Walnut Credenza with Hutch

$6,800

50s John Widdicomb Walnut Credenza with Hutch

By John Widdicomb

Located in North Canton, OH

Magnificent John Widdicomb Burled Walnut Credenza and Hutch, circa 1950s this piece is absolutely stunning in every way. Genuine Amethyst stones ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Walnut

John Widdicomb Two-Tier Cocktail Table

$1,500

John Widdicomb Two-Tier Cocktail Table

By John Widdicomb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish midcentury table features sculpted two tier construction and features a rich natural finish. Original manufacturer's label on piece, please confirm item location (NY or ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Magnificent John Widdicomb Brass Wall Mirror Mid Century Modern

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Magnificent John Widdicomb Brass Wall Mirror Mid Century Modern

By John Widdicomb

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Dramatic and Substantial Solid Brass Mirror with modernist Curved Arch Set in a Floating Rectangular Frame Designed By John Widdicomb in The 1960's. This piece measures 47” t x 28” ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb Coffee Table

$2,800

John Widdicomb Coffee Table

By John Widdicomb

Located in Los Angeles, CA

John Widdicomb walnut coffee table.

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1960s Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Glass, Walnut

John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford

$4,800Sale Price|20% Off

John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford

By John Widdicomb

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Awesome and unique buffet/hutch designed by Dale Ford. An excellent use of grain pattern and direction create a clean and striking cabinet from the hig...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Cane

Lovely John Widdicomb Tall Dresser With Tamboured Doors

$4,200

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Widdicomb Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

John Widdicomb furniture 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 Widdicomb furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by John Widdicomb were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Planner Group, American of Martinsville, and John Stuart. Prices for John Widdicomb furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $30,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,250.