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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John Widdicomb Modern Parsons Style Burl Wood Console Table, 1970s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless appeal! This is a modern burl Parsons style console table by John Widdicomb. With its clean lines and warm tones, the piece can work in a variety of design schemes. It dates...
Burl
John Widdicomb Federal Green Lacquered Console or Entry Table, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Federal, Regency, or Hepplewhite style writing desk, entry table, sofa table, or console table By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1920s Green lacquered mahogany, with...
Brass
John Widdicomb Marble and Walnut Coffee Table Robsjohn Gibbings Style
By John Widdicomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted with elegant marble and rich walnut, the John Widdicomb Coffee Table brings sophisticated style to any living space. Inspired by the iconic designs of Robsjohn Gibbings, this...
Marble
John Widdicomb Natural and Bleached Macassar Ebony and Walnut Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb, Bexley Heath
Located in Chicago, IL
Bexley Heath for John Widdicomb parquetry top petite coffee table. Offset walnut plank legs, bleached and natural Macassar ebony top in geometric checker board pattern.
Macassar, Walnut, Wood
Pair Widdicomb Bleached Walnut & Cane Single Drawer End Tables
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Widdicomb bleached walnut and cane two-tier, single drawer end tables. Sleek and simple design with a floating drawer cabinet with a parquetry bordered...
Metal
Mario Buatta Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Extension Dining Table, Circa 1970s
By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie extension dining table By Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1970s Faux tortoise shell finish, with carved Asian motif...
Wood, Paint
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Parquet Top Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country or French Provincial Louis XV style coffee table or cocktail table By John Widdicomb USA, Late 20th Century Solid carved walnut, with gorgeous parquet to...
Walnut
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
John Widdicomb Georgian Banded Mahogany Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style double pedestal extension dining table By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful book-matched mahogany, with burl wood banding, and bra...
Brass
Midcentury Light Walnut Drop Leaf Expandable Dining Table, Three Leafs Boards
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb mid century modern dining table with beautiful glow light walnut finish. Completely folded me...
Walnut
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
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
Lovely Widdicomb Walnut & Cane Single Drawer End Table Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely Widdicomb walnut and cane two-tier, single-drawer end table. Sleek and simple design with a floating drawer cabinet with a banded bordered top. ...
Cane, 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 Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table, Refinished
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: 64"W x 42"D x 29"H. Extends up to 104"W with two 20...
Burl
$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
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
John Widdicomb Walnut Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern boat-shaped double pedestal extension dining table By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Stunn...
Walnut
John Widdicomb Burl Walnut and Sunburst Travertine Game Table with Brass Inlay
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant travertine and burl walnut game table by John Widdicomb. Octagonal base is banded with brass and veneered with beautifully grained burl walnut. The top is travertine over woo...
Travertine, Brass
John Widdicomb Very Fine Burl Wood Round Top Triangle Base Side End Table Stand
By John Widdicomb, Baker Furniture Company, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Widdicomb Very Fine Burl Wood Round Top Triangle Base Side End Lamp Side Table Stand MINT
Burl
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
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
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
John Widdicomb Patinated Brass Inlay Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Unique & Rare John Widdicomb Faux Bronzed with Brass Patinated side table. A Side Table Faux Bronzed frame with Brass Patinaed top. Simple elegant parsons style table with simulated...
Brass
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
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 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
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
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
$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
Gibbings for Widdicomb Carved Walnut Plume Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco influenced walnut coffee table with carved plume supports by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. Table has been restored in a custom dark brown stain.
Walnut
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
Widdicomb Round Brass Gallery Top Fluted Legs Lamp Side Table on Casters MINT
By John Widdicomb, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Widdicomb Round Brass Gallery Top Fluted Legs Lamp Side Table on Casters MINT
Brass
1954 Massive Walnut Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large (oversized) walnut coffee table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb in 1953. It is composed of bleached-walnut and has a walnut veneer. The top is ...
Walnut
John Widdicomb for Mastercraft Black Lacquered and Brass Desk
By John Widdicomb, Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
This Classic writing table or desk by John Widdicomb for Mastercraft. Composed of a large black lacquered wood top with canted corners that sits atop a brass frame. Brass legs swoop ...
Brass
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
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
French Empire Style Two Tier Console Table by John Widdicomb with Brass Mounts
By John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 34 in W: 44 in D: 20 1/2 in Elevate your interior with this exceptional 20th-century French Empire style two-tier console table or server by the renowned American ...
Brass
$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
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 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
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Console Table, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency style console table or writing desk By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1950s Black lacquered cherry wood, with brass-capped feet. Me...
Brass
Mid-Century Coffee Table with Marble Insert by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern coffee table featuring sculpted base and marble insert, designed by John Widdicomb. Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.
Marble
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
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
Impressively Elegant Neoclassical John Widdicomb Console Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very rich mahogany neoclassical style console table beautifully crafted by John Widdicomb, having ebonized front centre drawer with gorgeous brass decoration flanked by two smaller...
Mahogany
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Nightstands or End Tables in Walnut Wood
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of walnut nightstands by TH Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, with sculptural solid wood pulls and softly rounded detailing throughout. The case is defined by clean lines and sub...
Walnut
$4,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Mario Buatta Collection John Widdicomb Chinoisserie Burlwood Center Hall Table
By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1970's burlwood tea table with chinoisserie base by American designer Mario Buatta. Manufactured by John Widdicomb as part of their Mario Buatta Collection...
Wood
$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
Amoeba Coffee Table by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Coffee table by John Widdicomb c.1960s, USA. This beautiful maple table features an amoeba shaped table top with three slightly splayed dowel legs. Dimensions 54" width x 30" depth ...
Maple
Gibbings for Widdicomb Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table Mint!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table MINT!
Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid Century Blonde Nightstand
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Blonde Nightstand This nightstand measures: 18 wide x 13 deep x 26 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighti...
Wood
Widdicomb 26" Round Gold Gilt Side End Lamp Table Stand Book Matched Veneer MINT
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Widdicomb 26" Round Gold Gilt Side End Lamp Table Stand Book Matched Veneer MINT
Satinwood, Walnut
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Wonderful Brass Widdicomb Mastercraft Square Coffee Table Mid Century Modern
By John Widdicomb, Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful John Widdicomb square brass coffee table. We love the sleek modern design with the beveled glass top. This piece measures 17.25” t x 40” w x 40” d.
Brass
Floating Widdicomb Marble Inserts Top Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice "floating" rectangle top with three marble inserts coffee table by Widdicomb.
Marble
John Widdicomb Modernist Burl Wood Extension Table, Circa 1970s
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century Modern burled olive or elm wood Parsons extension dining table By John Widdicomb, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, Circa 1970s, metal tag on verso. This wonderful and extre...
Elm, Olive
Mid-Century John Widdicomb Console Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Parsons style console table by John Widdicomb, circa 1960s. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Lacquer
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
Lovely John Widdicomb Trapezoid Top Walnut End Table Mid-century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely John Widdicomb trapezoid top walnut end table with one curved drawer. This table is very rare and well constructed. The top looks great wi...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Nightstands by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
The pair of vintage nightstands, shown here, are designer by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb. Finished in an ebony finish, each nightstand features one large bottom drawer...
Wood
Very Fine John Widdicomb Lacquer Painted Decorated Console Sofa Table MINT
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine John Widdicomb Lacquer Painted Decorated Console Sofa Table MINT
Lacquer