Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
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. He 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 furniture pieces, which remain coveted collector’s items to this day.
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Creator: Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Mid Century Walnut / Rosewood Tall Dresser Chest by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted walnut chest on chest highboy dresser with upper doors , two drawers with one having dividers and three storage areas which are very functional . The lower larger...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Early 20th-C. Empire Style Tufted Green Leather Chaise / Sofa / Recamier
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century Empire style green tufted leather chaise. It was manufactured in New York in approximately 1920 by Kroehler Manufacturing Company. It is marked. The oak...
Category
Early 20th Century American Empire Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Lounge Armchair by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Overall great condition. Received new face-lift with a wood touch up with very minor wear. 30.5w x 30.5d x 38.5t, Arm height: 19.5"h, seat height: 17.5"h, Seat dimensions: 22w x 20d....
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Kroehler Signature Midcentury Walnut and Rosewood Lowboy Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Kroehler Signature midcentury Walnut and Rosewood Lowboy Dresser
This lowboy measures: 70 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high
All pieces of furniture...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Brass
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chair
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall style midcentury walnut Lounge chair
This chair measures: 29 wide x 29 deep x 45 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 21 inches
All pie...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Walnut Biomorphic Coffee Table by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Toronto, ON
This beautiful sculptural vintage walnut coffee table by Kroehler features biomorphic style legs and large surface area. Often attributed to Adrian Pearsall and clearly heavily influ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Wood, Ash, Walnut
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
Mid Century Walnut Dresser by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fully refinished dresser with 9 clean smooth sliding drawers, vintage hardware and beautifully two tones of wood. Behind the center drawer there are...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury Slipper Chairs by Kroehler Mfg Co.
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning midcentury slipper chairs designed and manufactured by Kroehler Mfg Co. in the United States, circa 1960s. These chairs feature a beautiful green vinyl upholstery. The chair...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
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
Set of 6 Vintage MCM Dining Chairs by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Set of 6 vintage MCM dining chairs by Kroehler
Approximate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
Brutalist Walnut Dresser by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Brutalist Dresser or Buffet in Walnut by Kroehler
Featuring 3 drawers (on left) and 2 internal shelves ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Mid-Century 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
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
Pair of Kroehler Clean Modernist Sculptural Form Chairs, Restored
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning pair by Kroehler Avant Designs. Featuring sleek curved backs, leading to padded arms with a removable seat cushions all rising on sculptura...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
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
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
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
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
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
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
Lounge Chair from the "American Leisure" Collection by Kroehler, ca. 1966
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Miami, FL
All original "American Leisure" collection lounge chair with wooden arm accents, made by Kroehler, ca. 1966, USA.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
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
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
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
Upholstered Boudoir Accent Slipper Chair By Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lovely, midcentury, Hollywood Regency, mahogany frame, slipper chair by Kroehler features paisley print, silk blend upholstery with fringe trim. This chair is a fantastic accent or B...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Kroehler Signature Design Black Swivel Bucket Lounge Chair
By Valentine Seaver, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Garnerville, NY
Koehler Signature Design black swivel bucket chair. Original black vinyl/naugahyde upholstery. Removable three part seat and back cushion. There is...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Steel
American-Made Sofa with Glass End Tables by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1978 design with Postmodern stylings from midwestern manufacturer Kroehler, this sofa has an upholstered frame with rounded edges in navy blue cotton canvas. The platform sits on f...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Furniture
Materials
Oak, Cotton, Glass
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 Bert England, Hill Manufacturing Co. , and George Mulhauser. Prices for Kroehler Mfg. Co. furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at £637 and can go as high as £8,772, while a piece like these, on average, fetch £2,137.
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Questions About Kroehler Mfg. Co. 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.
- 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.