Kent-Coffey Beds and Bed Frames
American
Established in 1907 by Finley H. Coffey and Dr. A.A. Kent, a contemporary and competitor of furniture makers John Bernhardt and James Broyhill, the Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company in Lenoir, North Carolina, developed a name for itself by designing and mass-producing durable, affordable and stylish bedroom furniture, dressers, tables and other items.
Consider Kent-Coffey a precursor to IKEA, with sturdy oak and mahogany furniture rather than particleboard structures and an American-design bent rather than a Swedish one. The company's mid-century modern furniture, under the leadership of Finley’s son Harold, took off. A magazine ad from the era for the brand’s Perspecta collection positioned a minimalist bedroom set front and center, with its walnut and rosewood dresser, an elegant nine-drawer piece that rested on tapered legs and featured gorgeous sculptural details carved into its drawer fronts, occupying most of the page’s real estate. The materials for Kent-Coffey furniture were sourced locally, as the company touted its relationship with the Lilly Company in nearby High Points, North Carolina, as a supplier of its mahogany, for example.
In 1964, Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was sold to Magnavox (but reportedly operated as a wholly owned subsidiary thereafter), and later, in 1983, the company became part of the furniture branch of the Singer Company (of the sewing-machine fame). Singer shuttered its furniture division in the late 1990s.
Today, as is the case with most of the sophisticated furniture designed in postwar America, work that originated at Kent-Coffey is hard to come by.
Previously owned walnut headboards and vintage bedroom dressers with Formica tops from the company’s Perspecta line and sandalwood continental dressers, for example, are highly valued by collectors. Kent-Coffey’s various mid-century modern lines — such as Goldenaire and Town House — were always clearly branded with identifiers such as drawer markings or stamps on the underside of its coveted end tables.
Find vintage Kent-Coffey case pieces and cabinets, nightstands and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Kent-Coffey
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard
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Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard
This headboard measures: 60.5 wide x 4 deep x 38 inches high
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Vintage Walnut & Elm Kent Coffey Headboard
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Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood Queen Headboard
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Countryside, IL
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood Queen Headboard
This headboard measures: 60 wide x 1.75 deep x 38.5 inches high
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Full Size Headboard by Kent Coffey
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Mid-century modern headboard by Kent Coffey for their 'Brasilia' series. Features their signature bent rosewood arches.
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Kent-coffey beds and bed frames for sale on 1stDibs.
Kent-Coffey beds and bed frames 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 Kent-Coffey beds and bed frames, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original beds and bed frames by Kent-Coffey were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1970s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider beds and bed frames by Calvin, Mastercraft, and Paul Frankl. Prices for Kent-Coffey beds and bed frames can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,595 and can go as high as $2,395, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,908.
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Questions About Kent-Coffey Beds and Bed Frames
- What is Kent-Coffey?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Kent-Coffey is a furniture company that operated during the 20th century. Established in 1907 by Finley H. Coffey and Dr. A. A. Kent, the company developed a name for itself by designing and mass-producing durable, affordable and stylish bedroom furniture, dressers, tables and other items. In 1964, Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was sold to Magnavox (but reportedly operated as a wholly owned subsidiary thereafter), and later, in 1983, the company became part of the furniture branch of the Singer Company (of sewing machine fame). Singer shuttered its furniture division in the late 1990s. However, Kent-Coffey pieces remain in demand with collectors today. Shop a range of Kent-Coffey furniture on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Kent-Coffey?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Kent-Coffey furniture, look on the back or bottom of the piece. You'll usually find a label in one of these locations that bears the Kent-Coffey name. Typically, the name of the line also appears on the label. If you can't find a maker's mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you in the identification process. Explore a wide variety of Kent-Coffey furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sadly no, Kent Coffey closed its doors in 2001 after nearly 100 years in business. You may still be able to find pieces from the mid-century modern furniture maker in antique shops. You can also find a collection of Kent Coffey goods from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was founded in 1907 by Harold Coffey in North Carolina and became famous for producing low-end furniture with a reputation for quality and durability. Unfortunately, after the company was sold to the Singer Furniture company in 1983, Singer tried to diversify, pushing Kent Coffey furniture division into bankruptcy in 1997, and they closed their doors when Singer went under in 2001. On 1stDibs, Shop vintage Kent Coffey furniture from top sellers.