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Kroehler Mfg. Co. Dressers

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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.
Mid Century Walnut / Rosewood Highboy 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 for folded items. T...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Mfg. Co. Dressers

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Rosewood, Walnut

Mid Century Walnut / Rosewood Highboy Dresser Chest by Kroehler
Mid Century Walnut / Rosewood Highboy Dresser Chest by Kroehler

Mid Century Walnut / Rosewood Highboy Dresser Chest by Kroehler

$2,200
Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Dresser with Rosewood accents
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Dresser with Rosewood Handles United States, 1960s A beautifully crafted 9-drawer walnut credenza dresser by Kroehler, exemplifying the e...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Dresser with Rosewood accents
Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Dresser with Rosewood accents

Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza Dresser with Rosewood accents

$2,650
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...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Dressers

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedroom Set by Kroehler
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedroom Set by Kroehler

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedroom Set by Kroehler

$3,500 / set
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Mid-Century Modern Small Dresser or Tall Night Stand by Paul McCobb in Maple
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful 1950's small chest of drawers by Paul McCobb and produced by Winchendon. A versatile piece constructed of solid maple with warm patinated brass pulls.
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$2,700
H 33.5 in W 24 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Dresser by Kroehler- 6 Drawer
Located in Delray Beach, FL
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H 94.49 in W 122.05 in D 27.56 in
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser with Brass Accents, C. 1950s
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H 33 in W 65 in D 18.5 in
Shapely Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
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Located in Denville, NJ
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Walnut & Rosewood Credenza

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H 30.75 in W 72 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 6 Drawers Dowel Leg Dresser W/ Back Splash Mint!
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Located in Rockaway, NJ
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H 33 in W 55 in D 18 in
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By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern credenza for sale. Manufactured in the 1960's by Kroehler, and has been professionally refinished. It's made of walnut and rosewood, and is a rare design b...
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1960's Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Walnut & Rosewood Credenza
1960's Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Walnut & Rosewood Credenza

1960's Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Walnut & Rosewood Credenza

H 30.75 in W 72 in D 19 in
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Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Brutalist Walnut Dresser by Kroehler

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H 30.75 in W 72 in D 19 in
1960s Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser with Rosewood Handles
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Located in Las Vegas, NV
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1960s Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser with Rosewood Handles
1960s Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser with Rosewood Handles

1960s Kroehler Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser with Rosewood Handles

H 46.25 in W 42.75 in D 19.25 in
Kroehler Impression Mid Century Walnut and Brass 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kroehler Impression mid century walnut and brass 6 drawer lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 54.5 wide x 18 deep x 31.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in wha...
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Kroehler Impression Mid Century Walnut and Brass 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Kroehler Impression Mid Century Walnut and Brass 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser

Kroehler Impression Mid Century Walnut and Brass 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser

H 31.5 in W 54.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Small Kroehler MCM Walnut Credenza / Buffet / Media Console
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Las Vegas, NV
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Dressers

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Small Kroehler MCM Walnut Credenza / Buffet / Media Console
Mid-Century Modern Small Kroehler MCM Walnut Credenza / Buffet / Media Console

Mid-Century Modern Small Kroehler MCM Walnut Credenza / Buffet / Media Console

H 31 in W 49 in L 31 in
Kroehler Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kroehler Furniture mid century walnut and brass 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures: 64.25 wide x 18.25 deep x 31.25 inches high All piece...
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Brass

Kroehler Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Kroehler Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser

Kroehler Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Brass 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser

H 31.25 in W 64.25 in D 18.25 in
Paul McCobb Style Kroehler Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood 6 Drawer Dresser
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Paul McCobb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb Style Kroehler mid century walnut and rosewood 6 drawer dresser Dresser measures: 56 wide x 19 deep x 30.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kroehler Mfg. Co. Dressers

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Metal

Paul McCobb Style Kroehler Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood 6 Drawer Dresser
Paul McCobb Style Kroehler Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood 6 Drawer Dresser

Paul McCobb Style Kroehler Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood 6 Drawer Dresser

H 30.75 in W 56 in L 30.75 in

Kroehler Mfg. Co. dressers for sale on 1stDibs.

Kroehler Mfg. Co. dressers 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. dressers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dressers 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 dressers by Mengel Furniture Co., Leslie Diamond, and Stanley Furniture. Prices for Kroehler Mfg. Co. dressers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,195 and can go as high as $4,595, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,973.

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