Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
American
Before growing into one of the largest furniture brands in the United States in the mid-20th century, the Kroehler Manufacturing Co. had humble beginnings. It was founded in 1902, when Peter E. Kroehler, a Chicago-based businessman who grew up on a farm in Minnesota, bought a small furniture manufacturer called Naperville Lounge Co., a maker of wooden lounge chairs and upholstered furniture, founded in 1893.
Peter had first worked there as a clerk before rising to partner and then president and finally owner. Under Kroehler’s leadership, a new factory was built in Naperville, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago, in 1913, and soon after the company was renamed.
Kroehler Manufacturing Co. became a fixture of the American furniture industry, eventually employing around 8,000 people in four plants in Illinois and Ohio, and by the 1940s was bringing in more than $20 million in annual sales.
The company was a pioneer in innovative 20th-century furniture, patenting some of its designs, like the Unifold sofa bed with a removable mattress that was developed in 1909 and the sideways foldable Duofold sofa bed. Colorful ads in popular magazines such as Ladies Home Journal propelled these dual-purpose furnishings into customer favorites.
Kroehler was also known for its hand-tufted Turkish couches as well as unique shapes for lounge-chair backs, such as batwings and scallops. In addition to seating and sofa beds, the company specialized in furniture for the entire home, from sturdy wooden cabinets to sleek mid-century modern credenzas.
Kroehler’s historic Naperville factory closed in 1978 due to financial struggles and was acquired by a Chicago investment firm that sold the plants as well as the rights to the Kroehler name. Its Naperville factory was converted into apartments in the 1980s, and decades later the company name is still visible on the building.
Kroehler Manufacturing Co. is remembered for its long association with the Chicago area and its quality mid-century modern pieces, which remain coveted collector’s items to this day.
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Creator: Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Antique Kroehler Mission Quartersawn Oak Sofa Couch Unifold Davenport Bed
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Kroehler unifold Davenport sofa/couch/bed. Made of quartersawn oak featuring traditional Mission styling with vinyl upholstery and a folding fra...
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Early 20th Century Mission Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
1960s Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lowboy Dresser with Rosewood Handles
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Kroehler Mid-Century Modern walnut 9 drawer Credenza dresser
High quality American Made walnut wood Gentlemen's credenza with Dovetailed drawers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Post Modern Lounge Chairs by Donghia for Kroehler After Parsons
By Donghia, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome matching pair of armchairs designed by Donghia for Koehler. These feature their original grey flanel upholstery and ready for use. Manufacture labels
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric
MCM Walnut Rolling Sideboard Bar Cart by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a vintage MCM walnut rolling...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Fabulous Pair of Kroehler, 1950s Swivel Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Kroehler, 1950s swivel chairs. These chairs have recently been re-upholstered with a modern pattered fabric and look great. I pers...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Kroehler Upholstered Lounge Chairs
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Well designed pair of sculptural armchairs by the Kroehler Co. Featuring blue fabric upholstery, solid American wood construction with comfortable deep seats. The sculptural legs rea...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
MCM 1 Piece Kroehler China Hutch Cabinet Glass Shelves Carved Handles
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern one-piece Kroehler china cabinet or hutch with adjustable glass shelves, brass plated sculpted handles and hinges, lig...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedroom Set by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern bedroom set includes a low dresser, a highboy dresser, and a one drawer nightstand with a compartment underneath. The highboy features three cube shaped...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Metal
Cute Low Lounge Chair by Kroehler Mid Century Modern
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Fraser, MI
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Small mid century modern lounge chair by Kroehler.
Pumpkin orange original fabric.
Category
1960s Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Slope Armchair by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage lounge chair with dramatic swooping arms and tapered wood legs. Great comfort and design by Kroehler.
(Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer).
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Kroehler Walnut and Brass Midcentury Lowboy Dresser with Mirror
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Kroehler Walnut and brass midcentury lowboy dresser with mirror
This dresser measures: 70 wide x 18 deep x 31 inches high
All pieces of furniture...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kroehler Upholstered Swivel Lounge Chair - mcm
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Kroehler Upholstered Swivel Lounge Chair
This chair measures: 33 wide x 31 deep x 26 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance of 21 inches
We take our photos i...
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Early 2000s American Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Kroehler - a Pair
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century lounge chairs manufactured by Koehler, circa 1950s. This pair features a vibrant earthy green upholstered body. Arched walnut legs frame the sides of the chairs. The leg...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Upholstered "High and Low'" Chairs by Avanti
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Avanti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of upholstered and walnut chairs. The pair features two different versions often called "His and Hers". But we call it "High and Low" referring to the high and low back of the ch...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Walnut Slipper Chair By Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek, mid-century modern, walnut frame, slipper chair by Kroehler is newly upholstered in sumptuous taupe chenille. With it's tucked sides and tapered legs, it's the perfect midcent...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Chenille, Walnut
Pair of Red Upholstery Barrel Scallop Shape Back Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of striking looking red upholstery lounge chairs by Kroehler.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Vintage Leather Chairs By Murphy Miller For Kroehler Furniture
By Murphy Miller Inc., Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add authentic vintage charm to your space with these mid-century chairs by Murphy-Miller, a beautiful example of understated design and solid American craftsmanship. Known for their ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Gilbert Rohde Petite Cabinet Model 4020 ( Bar Cabinet )
By Gilbert Rohde, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare cabinet by Gilbert Rohde on the petite side for scale. Model 4020 for Kroehler. All the pieces from this collection were designed with space saving in a room in mind. The sh...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Mid Century Modern Barrel Back Club Chairs by Kroehler Newly Upholstered - Pair
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Kroehler Barrel Back Club Chairs Newly Upholstered in a High End Italian "Cooled Silver" Mohair - Pair
Vintage Mid Century Modern pair of newly upholstered in a b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery
Pair of Kroehler Avant Lounge Chairs on Original Condition, USA, 1960s
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Kroehler Avant lounge chairs on original condition, USA 1960s
The chairs have vintage upholstery. We are offering also reupholstery in our in h...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Kroehler Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Kroehler Adrian Pearsall style mid century lounge chair
Chair measures: 28 wide x 28 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Classic Slipper Chairs by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of elegant slipper chairs by Kroehler. Original upholstery, white laquered legs.
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Blush Mohair Swivel Slipper Chair By Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elevate your decor with this Mid Century Modern, swivel, armless slipper chair by Kroehler Smartset Design. The chair features a stylized silhouette framed with rosewood tapered legs...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Rosewood
Hollywood Regency Velvet Slipper Chair by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury, Hollywood regency, slipper chair by Kroehler upholstered in textured, cream velvet with lacquered rosewood legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
Kroehler Vintage Mid Century Modern Kagan Style Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Denville, NJ
This vintage mid-century modern highboy dresser by Kroehler showcases bold sculptural lines and striking geometric detailing that capture the essence of the era’s design. The front f...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Kroehler Refinished Mid Century Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Kroehler refinished mid century drop leaf dining table
This table measures: 72.25 wide x 40 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair cle...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Wood
Fun Pair of Kroehler Bat Wing Swivel Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Super cool pair of Kroehler bat wing swivel slipper chairs. The chairs are in nice vintage condition and retain their original black faux leather-reupholstery is recommended. We love...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Valentine Seaver for Kroehler Mid Century Black Vinyl Slipper Lounge Chair
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Valentine Seaver
Located in Countryside, IL
Valentine Seaver for Kroehler mid century black vinyl slipper lounge chair
This chair is 24.75 wide x 29.5 deep x 30.5 high, and a 15.5 inch seat hei...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Walnut Slipper Chairs by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern walnut slipper chairs designed by Kroehler in the United States, circa 1960s. These chairs are not just a pair of chairs, but a statement piece that exudes eleganc...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
George Nelson Style Kroehler Signature Line Mid Century Walnut Nightstand
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson style Kroehler signature line Mid Century walnut rosewood and metal nightstand
Nightstand measures: 20 wide x 16 deep x 24.75 high
Th...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Metal
Kroehler Mfg. Co. furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Kroehler Mfg. Co. 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 Kroehler Mfg. Co. furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Kroehler Mfg. Co. were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Young Manufacturing Company, Jack Cartwright, and Kittinger Furniture Company . Prices for Kroehler Mfg. Co. furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $10,950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,425.
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Questions About Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Kroehler furniture, search the back, underside, drawer interiors and other inconspicuous areas. Most Kroehler pieces have a stamped or branded maker's mark that bears the Kroehler name. As this mark has changed over the years, comparing the logo and wording on your piece to images published on trusted online resources can help you estimate approximately when it was made. In some cases, the mark may include a production date or a collection name, making a furnishing simpler to identify. If you need assistance with the identification process, consider consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Kroehler furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Kroehler furniture was first started in 1902, when founder Peter E. Kroehler bought the Naperville Lounge Company. After the factory was destroyed by a tornado in 1913, he built a new factory and named it Kroehler Manufacturing Co. Shop a collection of Kroehler furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How old is Kroehler Furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024As a company, Kroehler Furniture is more than 125 years old. Fred Long and John Kraushar founded the company as the Naperville Lounge Company in 1898, and in 1902, the name changed to the Kroehler Manufacturing Company. Kroehler continued to produce furniture until 1981. Explore a variety of Kroehler furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is Kroehler?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Kroehler, which rhymes with tailor, is an American furniture manufacturing company known for its unique style and supreme comfort. It was founded in 1913, and the designs have stood the test of time. You can shop a collection of Kroehler furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.