Few had their finger on the pulse of American furniture like importer and distributor Raymor. Founder Irving Richards first had his eyes opened to the world of furniture while attending the 1928 Salon d’Automne art and design fair in Paris. He joined Lightolier two years later and developed its business relationships, including with designer Russel Wright.
Wright and Richards met in 1935 and Russel Wright, Inc. was formed in 1936. Its American Modern ceramic tableware, produced under the name Wright Accessories in 1938, was a notably lucrative collaboration. Following the early success of American Modern, Richards obtained the majority share of Wright Accessories and changed its name to Raymor Mfg Division Inc. in 1941.
By 1952, the exclusivity over American Modern had ended (the line was initially produced by Wright Associates and later manufactured by Steubenville for two decades). To keep up with American markets, Raymor worked with prominent designers such as George Nelson, Arthur Umanoff, Ray and Charles Eames, and Hans J. Wegner.
The company’s imports expanded to Denmark, which contributed to the rise of Scandinavian modern designs in the American market. Throughout the 1950s, Richards established relationships with factories in Scandinavia, Italy and Germany, as well as with the influential tastemaker and importer Charles Stendig.
The furniture company Simmons bought Raymor in 1963 and changed its name to Raymor Richards, Morgenthau Inc. in 1969. During that time, Raymor’s Omnibus range of Scandinavian-style wall units became widely popular, along with Italian glass and pottery like Bitossi ceramics designed by Aldo Londi and Bagni ceramics by Alvino Bagni.
Shifting styles coupled with rising competition, and the departure of Richards from the company, ended Raymor. By the late 1970s, Raymor faced a wave of international factories able to produce similar products of lesser quality for a lower cost. Buyers were eager to frequently change their interior styles, limiting the need for high-end, durable furniture, which Raymor had been importing.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Raymor ceramics, lamps, decorative objects and more.
1950 Arthur Umanoff Iron Wood Wicker Counter Bar Stool Mid-Century Modern
By Arthur Umanoff, Raymor
Located in Surrey, BC
Arthur Umanoff midcentury bar stools, for Raymor priced per set of three . wood slat seats, iron frames with wicker wrapped backs, seat height of 28". excellent as found condition ....
Iron
$1,250 / item
Arthur Umanoff for Raymor Iron Swivel Bar stools
By Arthur Umanoff, Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern bar stools by American designer Arthur Umanoff. This classic bar stool is versatile and transforms any space. Featuring a wood slat, adjustable swivel seat, a rope...
Iron
Rare Arthur Umanoff Mid-Century Slatted Oak and Wrought Iron Stool, 1950s
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional, backless stool is a rare and highly collectible iteration of Arthur Umanoff’s celebrated slatted wood designs. While his slatted bar stools are iconic MCM staples, ...
Iron
Rare Arthur Umanoff Iron, wood, wicker Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare iron, wood and wicker Lounge Chair and Ottoman designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor..Truly Amazing design..Classic modernist..Interior or exterior. Retains rarely seen ottom...
Iron
1950s Pair of Cabin Modern Rustic Iron Slat Lounge Chairs Arthur Umanoff Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A unique and highly collectible design from Arthur Umanoff for Raymor. These 1950s lounge chairs combine minimalist iron frames, classic oak slats, and an exaggerated back, wrapped i...
Iron
Arthur Umanoff for Raymor Mid Century Iron and Wood Barstools, Set of 4
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Raymor mid century iron and wood barstools - set of 4 This chair measure: 18 wide x 17 deep x 39 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 28 inches ...
Iron
$1,495 / set
H 43.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Bar Counter Swiveling Stools by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 Granada bar stools in all original finish and condition. Designed by Arthur Umanoff for The Scott Boyeur Collection in the early 1960s. In...
Iron
Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Sculptural Chairs
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Arthur Umanoff chairs with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and iron legs. Floating backrest. Look great from all angles. Good vintage condition. Five available. Pr...
Iron
Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Arthur Umanoff chair with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and iron legs. Metal frame in a vintage adobe finish. Rare design. Floating ...
Iron
$2,100 / set
H 41.25 in W 16.75 in D 17 in
Three Vintage Modern Arthur Umanoff Style Swivel Bar Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking midcentury set of three bar stools that boast slatted wood seats and backrests. The sturdy iron rod base tapers down to splayed feet showing quality construction. A conven...
Iron
Mid Century Arthur Umanoff swivel stools - set of 4
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Montréal, QC
4 Arthur Umanoff bar stools in remarkable condition. Varnish is mostly intact and steel only has a few spots of rust. Ball bearing swivels need lubrication but are all functional. ...
Steel
Architectural Mid Century Arthur Umanoff Stool c 1960's
By Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated architectural mid century stool deigned by Arthur Umanoff, for Washington Woodcrafts, circa 1960's. This example is in very good, clean original, ready to use condition...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 3 Arthur Umanoff "Grenada" Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three swivel stools with a strong iron frame desgined by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard's "Grenada" collection. Decorative scrolled seat back and round footrest. Measures: Adjusts ...
Iron, Metal, Chrome
Pair of 1950s Upholstered Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950s lounge or slipper chairs in the manner of Gilbert Rohde. Off-white upholstery with black lacquered wood legs. Dunbar style.
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Four Bar Height Wood Slat Stools by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
Unusual set off bar height stools designed by Arthur Umanoff, circa 1950's. The stools feature slatted backs and seats with solid wrought iron frames, on dowel form legs with exposed...
Wrought Iron
Pair of McGuire Wicker Rattan Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of rare, woven wicker rattan lounge chairs made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans. The large chairs feature a pole rattan frame complet...
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
$2,200 / set
H 24 in W 20 in D 14 in
Set of Four American MCM Iron & Wicker Counter / Barstools by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four American MCM / BOHO iron and wicker counter / barstools by Arthur Umanoff, circa 1950s. The set is in good to fair vintage condition and each stool measures 20"W x 14"D ...
Iron
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 36 in W 17 in D 18.5 in
1950s Arthur Umanoff Wicker & Steel Rod High Chair, USA
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare all wicker (back & seat) high chair from Arthur Umanoff. Well designed ergonomically and very comfortable. Solid, sturdy construction made of thick enameled steel rod lace...
Steel
Sold
H 40 in W 19 in D 18 in
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Bar Counter Stools by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular and hard to find set of 4 bar or counter height stools by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor. Iron base with maple slatted seats and the all hard to find curved raffia back rests....
Iron
Sold
H 40 in W 18 in D 16 in
Set of 6 Arthur Umanoff Swivel Seat Bar Stools in Slatted Wood, Raffia, & Iron
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and complete set of six swivel bar-height stools designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor, circa 1960s. These iconic mid-century stools combine natural warmth with industrial sim...
Iron
Pair Arthur Umanoff rotating Bar Stools
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Pair Swivel Bar Stools by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor.
Wrought Iron
Set Of 4 Kai Kristiansen Round Teak Troja Armchairs, c1960
By Raymor, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful set of 4 Kai Kristiansen 'Troja' round chairs. The frames are made from Afromosia African teak wood. Manufactured by Raymor of Denmark circa 1960. In excellent conditio...
Faux Leather, Teak
Set of 3 Barstools by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your location. Set of 3 Barstools by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor.
Wrought Iron
Tony Paul Tilt Back Chair Raymor
By Raymor, Tony Paul
Located in New Windsor, NY
Tony Paul designed metal frame tilt back chair. Black metal frame with wire metal mesh back and upholstered in its original black vinyl and a refreshed...
Iron, Steel
Mid Century Swivel Bar Stool by Umanoff for Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
Rare swivel bar stool by Arthur Umanof for Raymor, in very good original condition. The stool features a cord wrapped backrest, wood slat seat, and wrought iron base. The stool is fu...
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Swivel Bar Stool by Umanoff for Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
Rare swivel bar stool by Arthur Umanof for Raymor, in good original condition. The stool features a cord wrapped backrest, wood slat seat, and wrought iron base. The stool has some i...
Wrought Iron
Danish Modern Teak Upholstered Armchair for Raymor
By Nanna Ditzel, Kurt Olsen, Raymor, Kai Kristiansen, Bent Moller Jepsen
Located in New Windsor, NY
Dramatic low arm Danish Modern Teak and upholstered chair for Raymor. Bares the Danish Control and Raymor tags. Circa 1950-60. Featuring tapered legs and wonderful detail in the fing...
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Set of 8 Kia Kristiansen Dining Chairs for Raymor Co
By Raymor, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Westport, CT
Kai Kristiansen set of 8 dark walnut dining chairs, upholstery a light cream off-white linen. Together with original Raymor tags, in original ...
Foam, Fabric, Walnut
Arthur Umanoff Swivel Seat Stools
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Rochester, NY
Set of three matching mid-20th century modern swivel seat stools with black iron frames, woven rush backs and contoured wood plank seats in great original...
Iron
Sold
H 39 in W 19 in D 19.25 in
Set of Two Rush and Iron Swiveling Stools by Arthur Umanoff, Five Available
By Arthur Umanoff, Raymor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These Arthur Umanoff for Raymor stools are composed of wrought iron frames, stained birch-slatted seats, and rush backs. Sculptural back adds striking contrast to an otherwise modest...
Wrought Iron