Romweber Furniture Co.
Some vintage Romweber Furniture Company designs may strike the young as passé. But for fans of a certain age, the American brand never went out of style.
The Romweber story began in the late 1800s, with the launch of American Furniture Company, which made bedroom furniture, Batesville Cabinet Company, a dining-room-set manufacturer, and Batesville Coffin Company. The three companies eventually merged to become a large and reputable manufacturer of case goods, furniture and more. Not unlike many American companies, production at Romweber suffered during the Great Depression. The brand managed to stay afloat by making a rather strange pivot — to selling five-pound fruitcake boxes. During the Second World War, Romweber pivoted again, this time to the production of ammunition boxes and pontoons for American troops and, naturally, furniture for officers’ quarters.
While Romweber furniture (spelled “RomWeber” in vintage advertisements), dating back to the early 20th century, had designers working in the French Rococo and Chippendale styles, the brand is best known for its mid-century modern pieces. In the postwar years, Romweber manufactured walnut case pieces and storage cabinets that featured decorative olive-ash and burl-wood inlays with brass hardware as well as solid oak credenzas and dining tables designed by the likes of Harold Schwartz. For collectors of sophisticated 1950s furniture, the company’s sturdy Viking Oak line is particularly popular.
“It’s not uncommon for customers to say, ‘My parents had this Romweber Viking set,’” says Adam Cramer of collectors who visit Liberty & 33rd, the gallery he owns with his wife in South Bend, Indiana, about three hours north of Romweber’s birthplace in small-town Batesville. “It’s solid oak,” Cramer tells 1stDibs of the line of tables, chairs, desks and more.
Solid oak is the product of slow-growing deciduous trees. Solid oak furniture is durable, desirable and an investment that is usually associated with a hefty price. In solid oak furnishings, such as those that make up the covetable Romweber Viking Oak line, which launched in 1935, there aren’t any scraps of other components in the construction. Inspired by Scandinavian folk design, Romweber’s Viking Oak is said to have enjoyed one of the longest runs for a commercial furniture line in history. The collection went out of production in the late 1980s, and mid-century editions remain highly prized for their exceptional quality and hand-carved details.
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Period: Mid-20th Century
Creator: Romweber Furniture Co.
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Oak Side Chairs, Pair
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern sculptural side chairs or dining chairs
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 1950s
Sculpted oak, with upholstered seats.
Measures: 19.75"W x...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Satinwood Inlaid Marquetry Gentlemen's Chest
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style highboy dresser
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1930s
Beautiful satinwood, with inlaid marquetry, painted and gold gilt details, and original brass ...
Category
1930s American Rococo Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Satinwood and Parcel Painted Nightstand, 1930s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style nightstand
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1930s
Beautiful satinwood, with inlaid marquetry, painted and gilt details, and original brass hardware.
...
Category
1930s American Louis XV Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Rococo Satinwood Inlaid Marquetry Parcel Painted Dresser, 1930s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style three drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1930s
Beautiful satinwood, with inlaid marquetry, painted and gilt details,...
Category
1930s American Louis XV Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Bombay Form Burl Wood Gentleman's Chest
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form highboy dresser
By Romweber
Retailed by Hathaway's Furniture of New York
USA, Circa 1940s
Stunning book-matched burled...
Category
1940s American French Provincial Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Rom Weber Burled Wood and Walnut 2 Door Cabinet
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Romweber 2 door Buffet or Cabinet. Newly refinished and looking amazing! Olive ash burl inlay with walnut body. Small brass pulls. Doors open to reveal an adjustable shelf. Cabi...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Neoclassical Mahogany and Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Neoclassical or Louis XVI style bubble glass breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1930s
Gorgeous book-matched flame mahogany,...
Category
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Bombay Form Burl Wood Dresser, Circa 1940s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form triple dresser or chest of drawers
By Romweber
Retailed by Hathaway's Furniture of New York
USA, Circa 1940s
Stunning ...
Category
1940s American French Provincial Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber Mid-Century Modern Oak Spider Leg Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mid-Century Modern extension dining table
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 1950s
Sculpted oak with parquetry top, splayed spider legs, and unique felt-lined cut...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
ROMWEBER Mid 20th Century Satinwood French Provincial Triple Dresser
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Provincial style triple dresser by Romweber Furniture, from their Marquise Collection. Solid wood painted an antique white with satinwood to the top, drawer fronts & sides, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
1930’s French Rococo Louis XV Style Lacquered Green Vanity Stool
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
1930’s French Rococo Louis XV Style Lacquered Green Vanity Stool A beautiful 1930’s vanity stool that has been lacquered in “Danish Lawn” by Farrow and Ba...
Category
1930s American Rococo Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Burl Nightstands by Harold Schwartz for Romweber
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptionally rare burled walnut nightstands from Harold Schwartz' iconic mid-century bedroom collection for Batesville, Indiana's RomWeber Furniture. The swirling natural wood grain...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Brutalist Burled Walnut Sideboard by Harold Schwartz for Romweber
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern sideboard was designed by the illustrious Harold Schwartz and realized by the Romweber Furniture Company in the United States, circa 1950. It feature...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
1930’s Burled Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Style Five Drawer Highboy Dresser
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
Stunning rare African avoider Burled wood with ornate carved details, hand painted, and original brass hardware. A very sexy serpentine front on the top drawers. Manufactured in th...
Category
1930s American Louis XVI Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Wood, Burl, Paint
ROMWEBER Mid 20th Century Satinwood French Provincial Nightstands - Pair
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style nightstands by Romweber Furniture, from their Marquise Collection. Solid wood painted an antique white with satinwood to the top, door fronts & side...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Rare 1939 Vintage Viking Oak Corner Console Radio by Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Lafayette, IN
Very rare corner radio with custom Viking Oak cabinet by the Romweber Furniture Company of Batesville, IN.
Radio features:
- Stromberg Carlson M...
Category
1930s Gothic Revival Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
Harold Schwartz Romweber Oak 8-Drawer Tall Chest, Sculptural & Architectural 50s
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber, this rare sculptural and architectural piece is as cool as anything designed by Vladimir Kagan, Hans Wegner, or Finn Juhl. High quality construction ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
Romweber Empire Mahogany, Burl Wood, and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Empire or Neoclassical style nightstands
By Romweber
USA, circa 1940s
Mahogany cases, with gorgeous book...
Category
1940s American Empire Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Harold Schwartz Romweber Oak Pair Nightstands Sculptural & Architectural 50s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber, this rare sculptural and architectural pair of nightstands or end tables is as cool as anything designed by Vladimir Kagan, Hans Wegner, or Finn Juhl...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Leather, Oak
Romweber French Louis XV Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase or Dining Cabinet
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style two-piece breakfront bookcase or china cabinet
By Romweber
USA, circa 1950s
Satinwood, with beautiful burl wood front, glass fron...
Category
1950s American Louis XV Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Carved Walnut Sideboard or Credenza
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Romweber
USA, circa 1960s
Carved walnut, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 78.5"W x 2...
Category
1960s American Rococo Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber Burl Credenza
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous mid-century credenza from the highly regarded Romweber Furniture of Batesville, Indiana. Stunning two-tone burl wood with brass accents is sure to be a statement piece in an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Vintage Midcentury Modern Romweber Dining Chairs Set of 6
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Hollywood, FL
Exquisite vintage Midcentury Modern Romweber Set of 6 Dining Chairs. Features high back cane details with brass accents. Two arm chairs and four armless chairs. Original pink fabric ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Burlwood Hi-Boy Dresser / Wardrobe Cabinet, Brass Accent
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern burlwood hi-boy dresser / wardrobe cabinet, bronze accent.
Designed by Harold Schwartz for Romweber Furniture Company this one of a kind chest on chest has two dr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Metal
Futura Bar Cabinet by Jorgen Hansen and Jens Thuesen for Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in West Chester, PA
A rare and exquisite Jorgen Hansen and Jens Thuesen "Futura Bar Cabinet" for Romweber Furniture Co. circa 1959. The unique deep relief propeller sculpted so...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Burl Gentleman's Chest by Harold Schwartz for Romweber
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptionally rare burled walnut gentleman's wardrobe from Harold Schwartz' iconic mid-century bedroom collection for Batesville, Indiana's RomWeber Furniture. The swirling natural w...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass, Metal
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Credenza
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Denton, TX
Mid-Century Modern Harold Schwartz for Romweber Buffet. Many storage openings for flatware & china. A unique butterfly joinery- bow-tie design on the t...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Wood
Vintage Viking Oak Kneehole Writing Desk with Matching Chair by Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Lafayette, IN
Excellent vintage writing desk in the Viking Oak style by the Romweber Furniture Co. of Batesville, IN. This charming desk features wonderful relief carved details, solid oak constru...
Category
1940s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
French Rococo Style China Cabinet by Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Large lighted dining cabinet by Romweber in ornate French Rococo style features lighted interior and onlays of cartouche design elements. Good c...
Category
1960s North American Rococo Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage Harold Schwartz Romweber White Lacquered Nightstand
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Harold Schwartz Romweber white lacquered nightstand
White lacquered nightstand. One-drawer with shelving below.
Black circular pulls.
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Wood
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Oak Spider Leg Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 1950s
Sculpted oak with parquetry top, splayed spider legs, and unique felt-lined cutlery...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Satinwood and Parcel Painted Triple Dresser
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style triple dresser or credenza
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1940s
Book-matched satinwood, with painted tr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Burl Wood and Parcel Painted Twin Beds, Pair
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo Louis XV style twin beds
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1930s
Exotic burled African avodire wood, with paint and gilt details.
Measures: 42.75" W...
Category
1930s American Rococo Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Burl, Paint
Romweber Viking Oak Lift Top Bar Cabinet, Circa 1960s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional rustic lift top bar cabinet
By Romweber, "Viking Oak" Collection
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved solid oak, with original brass hardware.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
6.5 Vintage Harold Schwartz Romweber White Dresser
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
Romweber
6.5 vintage Harold Schwartz Romweber white dresser
Restored in a white lacquered finish.
6 drawers with black circular pulls.
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Wood
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Ebonized Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern ebonized mahogany sideboard credenza or bar cabinet
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 1950s
M...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Romweber Carved Oak Lounge Chairs
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Romweber carved oak lounge chairs newly upholstered in black vinyl. Frames are heavily carved.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Ebonized Bar Cabinet, Newly Refinished
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern ebonized mahogany sideboard credenza or bar cabinet server
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 195...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber Burled Sideboard with Floating Cabinet
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber. Burled walnut side board with fiddle back highlights. Brutalist textured brass hardware, including brack...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber High Chest
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Romweber high chest of drawers in burl and ebony.
Category
1930s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Burl, Ebony
Romweber Figured Walnut & Travertine Regency Night Stand.
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Figured walnut night stand with travertine marble door insert by Romweber. Solid brass floral shaped pulls with brass appointments on either side of the single drawer. Raised platfor...
Category
1960s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Travertine, Marble, Brass
Uncommon Harold M. Schwartz Trapezoidal Side Table for Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Chicago, IL
Dark oak hand-carved trapezoidal three-tiered end table by Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber. Three surface levels, with the top being glass. Tapered hand-carved legs are inverted tria...
Category
1950s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak, Glass
Trio of Harold Schwartz White Oak Nesting Tray Tables for Romweber
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful modern design and sturdy oak framing, these nesting tables by Harold Schwartz for Romweber have finely carved legs and stretchers. The top table has three oak trays for ser...
Category
1950s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
Romweber Figured Walnut Dresser With Crema Marble Inset Panels
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Romweber Furniture Italian Regency style nine-drawer long chest/cabinet/dresser with figured walnut and inset marble drawer fronts. Cast brass three part filigree pulls open the outs...
Category
1950s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Burl, Walnut
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Burled Walnut Parabolic Coffee Table
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Chicago, IL
Convex-curve edge burled walnut coffee table by Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber. Carved openings at each end resemble a tray top.
Category
1950s American Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Burl, Walnut
Harold Schwartz Romweber Oak Tambour Cabinet, Sculptural & Architectural 1950s
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber, this rare sculptural and architectural piece is as cool as anything designed by Vladimir Kagan, Hans Wegner, or Finn Juhl. High quality construction ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Oak
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Mid-Century Modern Dining Set
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern dining set
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 1950s
Table is sculpted oak with parquetry top, splayed spider legs, and unique felt-line...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Rom Weber Burled Wood 4 Drawer Dresser
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Romweber 4 drawer Dresser. Newly refinished and ready to go! Beautiful inlay olive ash burl. 4 drawers with 2 brass knobs per drawer. Second 2 door ca...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Sculpted Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six Mid-Century Modern sculptural dining chairs
By Harold Schwartz for Romweber
USA, 1950s
Sculpted oak,...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Stunning Vintage Modern Bedroom Set by Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage burl bedroom set includes a matched pair of nightstands, impressive highboy dresser, and spacious low dresser. Perfect midcentury bedroom suite...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romweber Furniture Co.
Materials
Brass
Romweber Furniture Co. furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Romweber Furniture 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 Romweber Furniture Co. furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Romweber Furniture Co. were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Conant Ball, John Stuart Inc., and Broyhill. Prices for Romweber Furniture Co. furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $22,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,995.
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- What is Romweber Furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Romweber Furniture was an American furniture manufacturer. It began in the late 1800s with the launch of American Furniture Company, which made bedroom furniture; Batesville Cabinet Company, a dining-room set manufacturer and Batesville Coffin Company. The three companies eventually merged to become a large manufacturer of case goods, furniture and more. While Romweber Furniture had earlier designers working in the French Rococo and Chippendale styles, the brand is best known for its mid-century modern pieces. This includes walnut case pieces and storage cabinets that feature decorative olive-ash and burl-wood inlays with brass hardware, as well as solid oak credenzas and dining tables designed by Harold Schwartz. For collectors of sophisticated 1950s furniture, the company’s sturdy Viking Oak line is particularly popular. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Romweber furniture.
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