British-born designer, interior decorator and author T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings was one of the great American tastemakers in the middle decades of the 20th century. Much like Edward Wormley, Robsjohn-Gibbings was a design classicist by education and inclination, but he would come to create some of the most gracious and livable modern furnishings of the era.
Robsjohn-Gibbings studied architecture at the University of London, then held various jobs that included designing décors for passenger liners and working as the art director of a film studio. In the early 1930s, while employed by the upper-crust interior designer Charles J. Duveen, Robsjohn-Gibbings experienced an epiphany during a visit to the British Museum.
Examining the furniture depicted on ancient Greek ceramics — lithe stools and klismos chairs — he realized that he had found a design touchstone. By 1936, Robsjohn-Gibbings had moved to New York and set up a showroom on Madison Avenue for his modern reinterpretations of Classical Greek designs. Aided by contacts he’d developed while working with Duveen, he quickly established a clientele that included Elizabeth Arden, Doris Duke and Thelma Chrysler Foy.
Through his writings for magazines and books, Robsjohn-Gibbings earned a public following and was established as an urbane arbiter of taste. From 1943 to 1956, he produced an understated line of modernist furnishings for Widdicomb, which included one of the icons of the period: the tiered, biomorphic Mesa coffee table (1951). Robsjohn-Gibbings moved to Athens, Greece, in 1966, and created a new line of antiquity-inspired pieces for the firm Saridis. The series turned out to be his swan song.
Collectors’ interest in Robsjohn-Gibbings was reignited in the 1980s when the 200-plus pieces from his 1936–38 commission for the Bel-Air estate of Los Angeles socialite Hilda Boldt Weber — pared-down neoclassical pieces rendered in blond wood (with the occasional flourish) — came on the market. (Up until then, the collection had remained in the house, despite its having changed hands several times.)
But his work for Widdicomb remains his most widely known, appreciated for its elegance and generous proportions. Robsjohn-Gibbings despised the stern aesthetic associated with his Bauhaus contemporaries, and a keynote of his modernist pieces is that they have no sharp angles. His chair and sofa frames, table legs and even many cabinets feature softly contoured edges. In whatever style he designed, Robsjohn-Gibbings was guided by simplicity and timelessness. He wanted his furniture to be lived with happily.
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T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb MidCentury Modern Bachelor Chest
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
A four drawer dresser by TH Robsjohn Gibbibgs for Widdicomb. USA, circa 1940s/50s. Signed with fabric label. Dimensions: 31" x 35" x 20 1/2"
Walnut
1954 Massive Walnut Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large (oversized) walnut coffee table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb in 1953. It is composed of bleached-walnut and has a walnut veneer. The top is ...
Walnut
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Bachelor Four Drawer Chests Dressers
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chests by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Walnut
All Arms, Extraordinary Set of 8 Vintage Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. A set of this size of these ...
Walnut
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Hansen New York Solid Brass Floor Lamp
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Metalarte Spain, Hansen Lighting Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
Iconic floor lamp designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Hansen Lighting of New York and produced by Metalarte, Barcelona. Solid brass square-bar cruciform base and stem. Switch on ...
Brass
$1,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
4 T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings For Widdicomb Mahogany Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pasadena, TX
5 dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and made by Widdicomb. 4 side chairs. 1 armchair The side chairs measure 22" wide, 18" deep, and 34" high. 2side chairs with red seats...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Saber Leg Cocktail Side Tables 1957 - a Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An absolutely gorgeous pair of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb side or cocktail tables, ca 1957. Banded and book matched tops. The graceful saber legs are reminiscent of the Klismos chair.
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Walnut Sliding Glass Door Bookcase Mid Century
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A Mid Century walnut bookcase with sliding glass doors designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. Fully marked on the bottom and produced in September of 1951.
Glass, Walnut
Modern Lounge Chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern Lounge Chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950's. This piece is currently being refinished and reupholstered. The price noted in the listing includ...
Upholstery, Wood
Lounge Chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A lounge chair with maple frame designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Refinished and reupholstered in Glant / Silk Epingle / #9749 Camel.
Maple
Pair of armchairs by Terence Harold Robsjohn -Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie paire de fauteuils en noyer et Textile par Terence Harold Robsjohn Gibbings pour widicomb vers 1960
Velvet, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Two Tone Drawer Side Table Flared Legs 1951
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A professionally restored Widdicomb side table #1650 designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. The two tone table features a mahogany book matched rectangular top, beechwood flared and rev...
Beech, Walnut
Pair of Sliding Door Cabinets by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of large scale sliding door wardrobe cabinets designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Mahogany
Robsjohn Gibbings Multi Level Side Table - Model 1756
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
A three tier en table by TH Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Moel 1756. Dimensions: 18” L x 30” W x 24” H Lower Tier: 19.5” H
Wood
Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdico...
Walnut
Modern Lounge Chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Refinished Reupholstered Your Fabr
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern lounge chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s. This chair is currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed in your choice of ...
Upholstery, Wood
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Expandable Flip Top Bar Cart
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Expandable Flip Top Bar Cart This flip top bar cart measures: 36 wide x 22 deep x 30 inches high There are 2 flip leaves that, when engag...
Cane
Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonised Walnut Long 6 Oak Drawers Dresser Credenza MINT
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonised Walnut Long 6 Oak Drawers Dresser Credenza MINT!
Walnut
Early James Wylie Widdicomb Sliding Door Dresser Chest Wardrobe Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Early and rare Men's Dresser designed by James Wylie for Widdicomb. Often attributed to T.H.Robsjohn Gibbings, the chest has the "Widdicomb Modern Original...
Brass
Mid-Century Walnut Occasional Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century (1950s) walnut occasional / side table with a square top supported by a crossed trestle base with curved sabre feet. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNIT...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Widdicomb, Walnut, Highboy Secretary, USA, 1960s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Widdicomb, American Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Highboy Secretary, USA, 1960s A walnut and glass highboy dresser designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and produ...
Glass, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Maple and Brass Three Drawer Chest - Pair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Maple and Brass Three Drawer Chest - Pair Each chest measures: 36 wide x 20.25 deep x 32.75 high All pieces of furniture can be had...
Brass
$650Sale Price|23% Off
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Astoria, NY
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror, 20th century. Mirror: 49.5" H x 33.5" W; frame: 51.5" H x 35.5" W x 1.5" D. Provenance: From a 225 West 86th Street...
Mirror, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Two-Tiered Table by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Highland, IN
This Robsjohn-Gibbings end table was beautifully crafted of walnut and maple by Widdicomb and is newly restored in a translucent ebony finish.
Maple, Walnut
Elegant Mahogany Altar Style Cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional example from a rare production of case pieces designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1948. Beautiful rich toning highlight the exquisite leg detail. Elegant solid brass hardware mark the doors. Absolutely stunning! Excellent restored condition. The piece has been professionally cleaned and re-lacquered. The finish displays fabulous color, warmth and depth. The brass door...
Brass
Mid-Century Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Circa 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century walnut desk with a top squared on the left over a set of four drawers in graduated heights with wooden bar drawer pulls, and rounded on the right, supported by a...
Walnut
Widdicomb Modern American Mid-Century Walnut Single Drawer Nightstand
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century (1950s) walnut nightstand with an open upper cabinet and a lower drawer with a circular metal drawer pull, resting on a square Chinese-style base. (WIDDICOMB MOD...
Metal
Widdicomb Modern American Mid-Century Walnut Single Drawer Nightstand
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century (1950s) walnut nightstand with an open upper cabinet and a lower drawer with a brass ring drawer pull, resting on a square Chinese-style base. (WIDDICOMB MODERN)...
Metal
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Lounge Chair for Widdicomb (UK / U.S.A)
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Lounge Chair for Widdicomb (UK/U.S.A)This exquisite slipper lounge chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, embodies mid-century elegan...
Alpaca, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Set of Six Dining Chairs for Widdicomb, circa 1952
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Camden, ME
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings set of six walnut spindle back dining chairs for Widdicomb, circa 1952. The chairs are in excellent condition with original upholstery.
Walnut
Breathtaking Set of 10 Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional, meticulously restored set of ten (10) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set consists of two (2) Host ...
Walnut
Pair of Widdicomb Armchairs Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Widdicomb armchairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings (1905-1976) from America circa 1950. Each chair is solid mahogany with a removable seat. Newly upholstered and refin...
Mahogany, Upholstery
Gibbings Widdicomb Ebonized Black Lacquer 3 Drawers Bachelor Chest Dresser Mint!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings Widdicomb ebonized black lacquer 3 drawers bachelor chest dresser mint!
Walnut
Pair of Chrome X Base Floor Lamps by Robsjohn Gibbings for Hansen
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of chrome X base floor lamps with silk shades. Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Hansen Lighting.
Chrome
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Constellation Walnut Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Constellation Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 68 wide x 40 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair cleara...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Drop-Leaf Dining Table By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut gate-fold, drop-leaf dining table was designed by British designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture Company in Grand Rapids,...
Walnut
Ebonized Walnut Large Gold Rings Drop Pulls 3 Drawer Bachelor Chest MINT!
By John Stuart, Harvey Probber, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, James Mont, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Ebonized Walnut Large Gold Rings Drop Pulls 3 Drawer Bachelor Chest MINT!
Brass
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb 4 Drawer Walnut, Cane and Brass Highboy Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century 4 Drawer Walnut, Cane and Brass Highboy Dresser This highboy dresser measures: 34.5 wide x 20 deep x 40.75 inches high We take our photo...
Brass
$12,000 / set
Pair of Lounge Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of walnut lounge chairs with whitewashed frames and mohair upholstery. Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Mohair
Sexy Mid Century chairs design by TH Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sexy pair of side chairs design by the iconic Robsjohn Gibbings, the patina is much nicer in person
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Robsjohn-Gibbings Dining Chairs in Donghia Upholstery
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A great looking set of eight dining chairs designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb perfectly restored and upholstered in a Donghia fabric. Subtle sophistication and timeless sty...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of Six Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings or Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of six dining armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Fully restored.
Fabric
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, American Modern, Walnut, Side Table, USA, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, American Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, "Saber Leg" End Table, USA, 1960s A unique fully refinished model no. 3334 "saber leg" side table designed by...
Walnut
1950s Set of Six T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 4209 Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of six dining chairs, Model 4209, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture. The chairs were manufactured in Grand Rapids, Michigan, circa 1950s. Their...
Upholstery, Walnut
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Extending Dining Table in Walnut for Widdicomb, 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Camden, ME
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings dining table with pullout end leaves on twin tripod bases with reverse tapered legs. One of Robsjohn-Gibbings scarcer designs this model 1626 walnut table wa...
Walnut
Mid-Century Walnut Klismos Leg Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern walnut klismos leg coffee table or cocktail table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb furniture. Elegant and graceful square top with a two-tier desig...
Wood
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings Parsons End Tables for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Understated Parsons form end tables by Robsjohn Gibbings. Price is for the pair (2 pieces). Wear to the finish and some lose and damage to veneer. Please request additional photos. ...
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Marble Cocktail Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
We have perfectly restored this beautiful cocktail table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. This includes refinishing the base and having the marble expertly polished....
Marble
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Fuirniture Co. dresser or chest of drawers in dark stained walnut with four circular woven rattan handles and brass end caps ending on tapering b...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Nightstands
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite Walnut Nightstands by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Renowned for his mid-century modern designs, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings crafted these nightstands with a perfect ble...
Walnut
$28,000 / set
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design lounge chairs for Widdicomb Furniture Co. Newly refinished walnut bull nose frames on polished brass telescoping legs. New light silver Mah...
Brass
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Floor Lamp by Hansen
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Hansen
Located in Highland, IN
This beautiful brass floor lamp designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Hansen is classic Gibbings– understated, refined, exquisitely detailed and timeless. The cruciform base support...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Nightstands by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
The pair of vintage nightstands, shown here, are designer by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb. Finished in an ebony finish, each nightstand features one large bottom drawer...
Wood
Mid-Century Slipper Chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Walnut & Tan
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century slipper / side chair with textured tan fabric upholstery and a walnut frame resting on four gently curved and tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBI...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Extendable Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brussels, BE
Extendable dining table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis.
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Luggage Rack, Widdicomb, 1950s USA
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Luggage rack by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, manufactured by Widdicomb c.1950s, USA. The rack features a tapered, solid walnut X-base frame that balances functionality with geometric form....
Walnut
Gibbings for Widdicomb Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors Mid Century
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut Widdicomb bookcase with sliding doors.
Glass, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Slipper Chair, Walnut, Brass, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut and beige fabric slipper chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, USA, 1950s. 16” seat height
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Cane Top Mahogany Coffee Table, 1960's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in teak with a woven cane insert top. Sculptural legs joined by stretchers. Scandinavian and Danish modern design.
Cane, Teak
A T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Arm Chair Produced by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
A chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, upholstered in Rogers & Goffigon fabric. Newly upholstered with down cushion.
Walnut