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.
Pair John Widdicomb Walnut and Burl Single Drawer Tiered Side Tables
By John Widdicomb, William A. Berkey Furniture Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of William A Berkey Fine Furniture for John Widdicomb Walnut and Burl Single Drawer Tiered Side Tables. Well proportioned 16" in width, 22" in depth and 22" in height. Perfect f...
Walnut, Burl
$1,440Sale Price / item|40% Off
Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Nightstands
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, 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
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
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 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
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 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
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
$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
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
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
Burl Side Drinks Table By Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
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
John Widdicomb Triangle Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Guitar pick table made by John Widdicomb. Simple midcentury design with an elegant finish. Rounded edges and sculpted leg brace. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
Walnut
John Widdicomb Louis XV Style Fruitwood and Marble Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
A John Widdicomb Mid-Century Louis XV style Fruitwood and Marble top Side Table with Single drawer. Measures 19.75 " in width, 14" in depth and 28.5" in height. Lower tier clearance...
Fruitwood
John Widdicomb Modern Regency Drinks Table With Removable Pewter Serving Tray
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern Regency style drinks table, tea table, or occasional side table with removable serving tray top By John Widdicomb USA, Circa Late 20th Century Gorgeous mahogany,...
Pewter
1940s John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern 3 Tier End Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare find. John Widdicomb three tier walnut end Table with a bottom drawer. Made in the 1940s.
Brass
Mid-Century French Provincial Night Stands / Side Tables John Widdicomb - Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French Provincial nightstands in an original French blue paint by John Widdicomb. They have the original brass hardware and dovetail construction. The chests are available ...
Wood
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 English Chippendale Carved Mahogany Pedestal Tea Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous English Chippendale style carved mahogany pedestal tea table or occasional side table By John Widdicomb USA, Late 20th Century M...
Mahogany
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
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
Pair Widdicomb Campaign Style Solid Cherry Brass Pulls Night Stands Tables MINT!
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Widdicomb Campaign Style Solid Cherry brass pulls night stands tables MINT!.
Cherry
John Widdicomb Solid Walnut Oak Interior Travertine Top End Table Stand
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern superb quality one drawer and shelf solid walnut end side table Stand with travertine top NY John Widdicomb.
Travertine
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!
Walnut
Gibbings for Widdicomb Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table Mint!
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table MINT!
Walnut
Iconic Vintage Chinese Chippendale Side Tables from John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in North Canton, OH
Ultra Rare Chinese Chippendale Side Table with pullouts on both sides. We have a pair, priced individually. Extremely well cared for. Hand Carving and Hand Painted.
Lacquer
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.
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 All pieces of furniture can be had in...
Wood
Three-Drawer White Lacquer Stand by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Stand end table by John Widdicomb in white lacquer. Solid brass hardware.
Hardwood
Mahogany Single Drawer Side Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
Constructed of solid mahogany, this little side table could find a home just about anywhere-bedside, next to a sofa or wing chair, as a catch-all for keys and gloves in a side hall-a...
Mahogany
$5,198 / set
H 23.2 in W 20.8 in D 14 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Vittorio Dassi Style Nightstands Bedside Burl Walnut
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century pair nightstands 1950s Vittorio Dassi manner in folder and burl walnut, legs in dark beech, walnut burl flame veneer on the doors and sides; interior in mahogany folder....
Glass, Burl
American Mahogany Single Drawer Side Table
Located in Southampton, NY
American mahogany single drawer side table Rounded tapered legs on casters. Split to wood on top, in good stabile condition. Measures: ...
Mahogany
$2,244
H 19.49 in Dm 19.69 in
G. Moscatelli Nightstand or Side Table, Lacquered Wood and Crystal, Italy 1970s
By Formanova, Gianni Moscatelli
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant and rare nightstand or side table designed by Gianni Moscatelli and produced by Formanova in Italy during the 1970s. This small round table is crafted in black lacquered ros...
Crystal, Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome
$2,244 / item
H 23.63 in W 25.6 in D 17.72 in
Modern Cube White, Black & Gold Side Coffee Table or Nightstand
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
This modern bedside table diamond gently fits the bedroom atmosphere by contrasting white and brass. The handcrafted construction has a high gloss white ...
Wood
$4,300
H 28.5 in W 18 in D 13.5 in
English 1820s Walnut Side Table with Single Drawer, Turned Legs and Casters
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite English walnut side table from the early 19th century, with single drawer, turned legs and casters. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this wal...
Walnut
Two-Door Burl Bar Cabinet by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking vintage bar cabinet by Tomlinson — warm burl-wood veneer all around, dignified brass hardware, and versatile interior built for entertaining or sophisticated storage. Behi...
Brass
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.75 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Nightstands or Side Tables
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of Art Deco style nightstands or side tables Nightstands with a checkerboard pattern exotic wood parquetry on top and sides. Three drawers with nickel pulls. Beautifully finis...
Rosewood
$3,150
H 34.5 in W 39 in D 19.5 in
Antique 19th Century Empire Style Walnut Cabinet Two Door, One Drawer Circa 1830
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Antique 19th Century Empire Style Walnut Cabinet Two Door, One Drawer Circa 1830 Used, Good condition, View all photos for the most accurate details on condition and appearance. Di...
Brass
$1,395
H 27.75 in W 28 in D 28 in
Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Round Lamp Table T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings 1947
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An elegant Widdicomb lamp table attributed to T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and made in 1947. Wonderful proportions. This table was sold through the iconic Kaufmann's Department store in Pi...
Mahogany
$1,150
H 20 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Two-Tier Side Table or Nightstand in Birch
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple design by Paul McCobb for his Planner Group line in the 1950s that was produced by Winchendon Furniture. This table features solid maple construction and in well cared for c...
Maple
$4,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 36.25 in D 21 in
Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Bachelors Chests Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of John Widdicomb Asain style bachelors chests. These are fine examples of the level of craftsmanship and the standards of the John Widdicomb Furniture Company. These p...
Brass
Sold
H 22 in W 20 in D 28 in
Mid-Century Modern Widdicomb Faux Tortoise & Brass Parsons Side Tables - Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of mid-century modern faux tortoise side tables by John Widdicomb. They have brass inset tops. They are marked and in very good condition. My shipping is running two...
Brass
1950s t.h. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Walnut Occasional Tripod Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Roanoke, VA
Occasional table with round top supported by a criss-cross tripod base. Model no. 1742. By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. American, circa 1953. Very sculptural splayed tripod ...
Walnut
Tripod Base Lamp Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Occasional table with round top supported by a criss-cross tripod base. Model no. 1742. By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. American, circa 1953. Very sculptural splayed tripod ...
Mahogany
A pair of Mid 20th Century End Tables by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb end tables. Two-tier tables in mahogany. Featuring original Widdicomb label. C. 1950 W. 30 in; H. 21 in; D. 18 in;
Mahogany
Vintage John Widdicomb Round Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a vintage John Widdicomb Round Side Table. Featuring a round top, bottom shelf for extra storage space, four long legs, and a beaut...
Wood, Walnut
Pair of Midcentury Light Mahogany Circular Side Tables by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tailored pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb each with round honey-colored mahogany top raised on quadrangular supports joined by a similar lower shelf.
Mahogany
Sold
H 22 in W 19 in D 18 in
Fine Octagonal Shape Banded Burl Wood Tripod Base Occasional Table Stand Mint!
By John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Octagonal shape banded burl wood tripod base occasional table stand mint!
Walnut, Burl
Handsome Widdicomb Two-Tier Walnut and Cane Side Table Mid-Century
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern end table with floating top and caning by John Widdicomb. This handsome occasional table features a rectangular top floating over a base with taper...
Cane, Walnut
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H 22.38 in W 28.25 in D 22.25 in
Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Chinoiserie Faux Tortoise Shell Side Table
By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie tea table or occasional side table By Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb USA, 1980 Faux tortoise s...
Wood
Sold
H 22.25 in W 26 in D 26 in
John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Side Tables, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style round side tables By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut, with gorgeous starburst design on top. Measures: 26"...
Walnut
Round French Style End Table by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1940s Round French style side table by John Widdicomb. Fluted legs and what appears to be a starburst walnut top. Retains metal label on underside. CONDITION NOTES: Shows he...
Fruitwood
Pair of John Widdicomb Cherry Wood Bedside Tables
By John Widdicomb
Located in Stamford, CT
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb three drawer nightstands. Made of solid cherry wood with solid brass drawer pulls and tapered capped brass feet. The backs of...
Brass