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 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
Widdicomb Walnut Dining Table w/ Two Extension Boards Leaves Gibbings era
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid mid century modern medium walnut dining table by Widdicomb. Two 18" extension leafs.
Walnut
Black Lacquer One Leaf X Base Gibbings Trestle Dining Table by Widdicomb Mint
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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
$29,500
H 29.5 in W 108 in D 38 in
Sublime Bookmatch Olivewood Extension Dining Table by Arthur Umanoff, c 1975
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent dining table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. An excep...
Olive, Hardwood
$2,310
H 29.5 in W 59.5 in D 33.75 in
1930s Newly Refinished Double Pedestal Mahogany Extension Dining Table
Located in Germantown, MD
1930s Newly Refinished George III style Double Pedestal Mahogany Extension Dining Table. Excellent condition. Totally refinished to the pedestals and legs with hand-rub finish appear...
Mahogany
$2,742
H 28.75 in W 66.93 in D 39.38 in
Scandinavian Midcentury Walnut and Chrome Dining Table with 2 Extension Leafs
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
The super-ellipse table with top in walnut with chrome-plated spring steel legs. Double 50 cm extension leafs. ( 170/270 x 100 x 73 cm).
Chrome
Widdicomb Sabre Leg Dining Table Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your zip. Widdicomb Sabre Leg Dining Table. Custom Oval Black Lacquered Ash top. Factory finish legs
Ash, Walnut
Mid Century Dining Table by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century dining table designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This example is in very good, original condition, showing only light wear consistent with age. Specifically, an inconsequential veneer flaw at the corner, and light cosmetic wear - please see images. The table opens to accept a large ( 20 in W ) leaf ) extending the width from 72 to 92 inches. This listing is for the dining table only.
Ash
$6,900
H 30 in W 98.5 in D 39.5 in
Antique French Country Dining Table Farmhouse Pedestal Trestle Honey Oak 1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
UNIQUE and BEAUTIFUL Antique French Country Honey Oak Farmhouse Dining Table with Trestle Base and Radial Ends~~c. 1930s-40s This table offers beauty and unique charm~~one of our mo...
Oak
$3,295
H 29.25 in W 96 in D 42.5 in
Modern Oak Large Trestle Style Dining or Conference Table Bullnose Edges
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous modern oak veneer large trestle style dining or conference table with bullnose edge top and slab style legs. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We have noticed a few minor nicks and dings on the top and along the edges. The top also has an overall raised grain texture. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. This is a TITANIC of a table!!! Lol… It’s super large!! It is comprised of gorgeous oak veneer with solid oak applied to both ends… kind of a modified trestle style dining table with slab legs, and beautiful bullnose edge on said top and legs. The added solid oak ends are separated from the veneered top by a narrow-blackened groove which sets this detail off nicely. It is absolutely stunning!! It is a colossal 96 inches long and seats eight comfortably, but you may fit ten if the chairs are a bit narrower or you straddle the legs. The legs are recessed 6.5 inches, so straddling is not a large obstacle. In addition, although the natural oak is beautiful, we can also see this being ebonized with a little black dye. Incredible!!! It will be fabulous in your dining room or as a lovely conference table at the office! It is modern in style, but it will host oodles of options of dining or office chairs! We have LOTS of chairs...
Oak
$1,044
H 29.34 in W 90.95 in D 33.86 in
Dining Table Made In Teak With Extensions, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This Danish-designed dining table from the 1960s showcases the timeless elegance and functional craftsmanship synonymous with mid-century modern style. Crafted from teak, a favored m...
Teak
French Style White Oak Oval Dining Table with Two Leaves
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hand-built in white oak, this elegant oval dining table features a custom paint treatment and refined tapered legs. Its timeless French-inspired silhouette serves as a sophisticated ...
Oak
Custom Walnut Dining Table
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This modern walnut dining table is seen here in 126" x 38", however it can be ordered in any size. Because each table is bench-made in our own Los Angeles workshop you can influenc...
Walnut
Circular Walnut Expanding Dining Table "Concord Dining Table"
By Anton Maka
Located in Shelby Twp, MI
The concord expanding dining table is made of a solid walnut top with solid walnut leaves to be added for extra surface area. The legs are made of solid wa...
Walnut
$4,500Sale Price|33% Off
H 29 in W 98 in D 40 in
Harvey Probber Midcentury Saber Leg Extension Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by Harvey Probber featuring two 16 inch extending leaves for a total of 98 inches. The iconic table has sabre formed legs with a dram...
Hardwood
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H 28.75 in W 40 in D 60 in
Mid Century Modern Extension Dining Table by J. Stuart Clingman /John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century dining table designed by J. Stuart Clingman for John Widdicomb. The table features two architectural pedestal bases, and comes with two original leaves. This example is in very good, clean, original and ready to use condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. As is commonly found in vintage extension dining tables...
Walnut
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H 30 in W 60 in D 42 in
John Widdicomb Walnut French Louis XVI Oval Extendable Banquet Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage John Widdicomb French Louis XVI dining table. Made of walnut featuring oval form with carved floral and beaded accents over tapered fluted legs. Includes two leaves. Hist...
Walnut
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H 29 in W 45.5 in D 68 in
Vintage John Widdicomb Louis XV French Country Coa & Walnut Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
John Widdicomb dining table, circa 1980s. Made from walnut with a serpentine apron over cabriole legs. Features a striking top of exotic Coa matchbook venner from the Hawaiin islands...
Walnut
John Widdicomb Parquet Inlay Country French Dining Table with 3 Leaves
By Baker Furniture Company, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country French oval dining table with three 3 x 20" leaves extensions boards. Rare super clean original vintage condition.
Hardwood
Large John Widdicomb Burl Wood Rectangle Dining Table with Two Leaves
By Milo Baughman, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern burl walnut dining table with 2 x 20" long extension boards leaves. Overall extended length is 104" long.
Burl
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H 29 in W 60 in D 40 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Refectory Walnut Dining Table Tapered Legs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large rectangle walnut dining or conference table on very solid tapered legs walnut base. Two 15" extension leafs.
Walnut
Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century Modern Dining Walnut Table by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut dining table designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Measures: 1 x 18" leaf.
Walnut
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H 29.5 in W 72 in D 42 in
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Faux Tortoiseshell Chinoiserie Dining Table
By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding custom chinoiserie extension dining table designed in 1980 by Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb. The table features a beautiful faux tortoise shell finish and ornate car...
Burl Walnut Dining Table by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice burl wood dining table in Style of M. Baughman by John Widdicomb. Fully extended length is 120"
Burl, Walnut