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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Pair Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb End Tables
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Fraser, MI
Pair Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb end tables. Refinished.
Walnut, Lacquer
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Square Two Tiered Cocktail Coffee Lamp Table 19
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A mid century modern walnut two tiered table designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Model 1781. Excellent wood color and selection. The color of the photographs do not do...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Side Tables by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Walnut, USA
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid Century custom finished Walnut side tables in a dark brown stain. Tables are prime examples of the modernist time period featuring a stylized boomerang, guitar pick shape...
Maple
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Nightstands or End Tables in Walnut Wood
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of walnut nightstands by TH Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, with sculptural solid wood pulls and softly rounded detailing throughout. The case is defined by clean lines and sub...
Walnut
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 'Wing' Walnut End Tables
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century (circa 1955) walnut occasional / end tables with rectangular tops with rounded corners supported by two wide solid wood legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICO...
Wood, Walnut
Pair of Elegant T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Nightstands with 22K Gold Porcelain Knobs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of elegant and not often seen T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings two drawer nightstands or end tables with serpentine front for Widdicomb, walnut veneer refinished to original color on spl...
Porcelain, Walnut
Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Klismos leg end table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker, American, circa 1960s. This table is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of co...
Wood, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Round Walnut End Table Klismos Sabre-Legs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in St. Louis, MO
Classic 1950s T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb round end table with lower shelf on three Klismos sabre-legs. Top has beautiful book matched walnut veneer with a boarder, includes...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Klismos Side Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic occasional table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s with Klismos style legs. Made of walnut with beautiful graining, this is a side table or occasional t...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Saber Leg Side Tables in Mahogany
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of sculptural saber leg occasional tables by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa early 1950s. Newly finished. Price listed is for the pair.
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Petite Night Stands for Widdicomb Brass Legs Cane Handles
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Espresso-stained mahogany single drawer cabinet with elegantly tapered solid brass legs and cane-wrapped handles with solid oak interiors. A very understated yet sophisticated design...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, American Modern, Walnut, Side Table, USA, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
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
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings End Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined End or Side Table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This piece is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice o...
Wood
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb End or Side Tables
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
A strong pair of Robsjohn Gibbings designed black end or side tables. These need to be refinished. "Original Black" finish is worn. Signed and dated on underside. 1954 Price is f...
Wood
Sculptural X Table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Pair Available
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural X Table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This table is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of color. Th...
Wood, Walnut
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
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings End Tables for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings End Tables for Widdicomb. Tapered Upright Dowel legs. Elegant understate form. Purchased separately. Fortunate to find a...
Wood
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Tapered Dowel Leg End Tables
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century maple end / side tables with a rectangular two-tiered form with reverse tapered dowel legs connecting the lower shelf and tabletop. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBIN...
Wood, Maple
3 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Parsons Design End Side Tables
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
3 American mid-century square Parsons-style walnut end / side tables. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE CO.)(PRICED EACH)
Wood, Walnut
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Pair of Klismos Leg Side Tables by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Klismos leg side tables designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. They are currently being refinished an...
Walnut
Gibbings for Widdicomb Square Two Tier Walnut End Center Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American walnut Mid-Century Modern square two tier coffee side center end lamp table stand in restored condition.
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Saber Leg Cocktail Side Tables 1957 - a Pair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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 for Widdicomb Two-Tier Walnut Veneer Circular End
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century circular two-tier end / side table with a circular top and lower shelf, supported by four tapered square legs, finished in walnut veneer...
Wood
Pair of Rectangle Light Walnut Klismos End Side Tables by Gibings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Rectangle Light Walnut Klismos End Side Tables by Gibings for Widdicomb MINT!
Walnut
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Sabre Leg Side Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two tier side table by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, manufactured by Widdicomb c.1950s, USA. This beautiful walnut table features a large round table top with lower display shelf and three ...
Walnut
Splayed Leg End Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Splayed leg end table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. Sculptural splayed leg form and beautiful grainin...
Wood
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
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Elegant X Base End Table for Widdicomb Refinished
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant X Base End Table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This table is currently being refinished and can be...
Wood
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings Feather Endtables Nightstands
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings feather handle endtables nightstands. A more scarce model to come across. Aged finish. Most likely will require refinishing. Price listed is for each pie...
Wood
Pair of Modern Parsons Endtables / Night stands attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Modern Parsons Endtables / Night stands attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings. Original black finish dating to the mid 20th century. Tables are unmarked. Attributed to Robsjohn Gi...
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sculpted Walnut Nightstands, Refinished
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut nightstands By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb USA, 1950s Measures: 24"W x 17"D x 24.25"H. Professionally r...
Walnut
1950s Walnut & Brass End Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wooden end table sitting atop four slightly sabred legs in spun brass. Widdicomb decal label and stenciled numbers. Legs are in original condition. Table top has been refinished an...
Brass
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb End or Side Tables
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A strong pair of Robsjohn Gibbings designed black end or side tables. These need to be refinished. "Original Black" finish is worn. Signed and dated on underside. 1954
Wood
Dark Walnut Nightstands by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Westport, CT
Set of nightstands designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950-1959. Executed in walnut, completely restored in our dark walnut fin...
Nickel
Pair of Gibbings Ebonized Dark Lacquer Walnut One Drawer End Side Tables Mint!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Gibbings Ebonized Dark Lacquer Dovel Leg Walnut One Drawer End Side Tables Nightstands MINT!
Walnut
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
Magazine Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile magazine table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, could serve as a coffee or end table as well. Fully restored.
Walnut
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings End Table with Splayed Legs - Ebony Finish
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century table with elegantly splayed legs designed by Terrance Harold Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Has bee refinished in dark espresso / ebony finish. Label
Walnut
Gibbings for Widdicomb Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table Mint!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table MINT!
Walnut
Widdicomb Banded Mid Century Modern Side Table Tapered Walnut Leg
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice banded walnut side table by Widdicomb.
Walnut
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Single Drawer Open Compartment Side
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut end / side tables with an open compartment above a single lower drawer with a rounded walnut bar drawer pull with tapered brushed chrome caps at e...
Metal, Chrome
Klismos Occasional Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Ferndale, MI
Klismos occasional table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb furniture. Banded edge top sits on swooping tapered saber legs. Nicely refinished with original Widdicomb TH Robsjohn Gibbings...
Walnut