Skip to main content

Thomasville Lighting

American

Thomasville Furniture was once a manufacturing giant known for its chic designs and popular licensed collections. Today, every vintage solid wood Thomasville cabinet, dining chair and dining table is a charming piece of American furniture history.

Thomasville was founded in 1904 in the town of Thomasville, North Carolina. The neighboring city of High Point, home to Tomlinson and others, would one day be known as the capital of American-made furniture, while iconic mid-century modern brands Century, Broyhill and Drexel also opened their doors in the so-called “Tar Heel State.”

Thomasville’s initial offerings were limited to one item — the Thomasville chair — and it was known in its early days as the Thomasville Chair Company. People loved Thomasville chairs so much that demand surged for more types of seating and other furnishings. In 1922, there was even a 13-foot replica of the original chair design installed in the town square. Dubbed "The Big Chair," it was rebuilt in 1951 to a height of 30 feet and still serves as the town's most notable landmark.

Thomasville quickly grew and expanded, and was featured in hundreds of retail stores across America. The manufacturer also established Thomasville Home Furnishing stores to carry the company’s products exclusively. In 1995, Thomasville was purchased by Interco Inc.

In 2002, Thomasville unveiled the Humphrey Bogart collection, the first of two highly successful licensed collections. Inspired by the Art Deco movement as well as the Hollywood Regency style, the theatrical line of alluring mahogany chests, mirror-topped nesting tables and other furnishings positioned glamour and sophistication front and center. Upon seeing the collection, Bogart's widow, actress Lauren Bacall, remarked, "They haven't missed a trick."

This was followed in 2004 by the Ernest Hemingway collection, released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the writer's Nobel Prize. The collection, which included sleigh beds, chests, dining tables and more, drew on Chippendale furniture and the French Rococo style. It represented the largest launch in Thomasville's history, boosting the company's sales and brand image.

In 2008, Thomasville introduced a new signature collection in collaboration with designer Darryl Carter. The partnership yielded a line of versatile traditionalist center tables, seating and other pieces with a contemporary twist and saw Carter offering a fresh take on the classic work for which Thomasville is known.

In 2014, Thomasville, then owned by Heritage Home Group, announced the end of operations in its native city.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Thomasville case pieces, tables, seating and more.

to
1
1
Height
to
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
99
1,485
1,364
1,079
1,056
Creator: Thomasville
Mid Century Style Turned Wood Lamps
Mid Century Style Turned Wood Lamps

Mid Century Style Turned Wood Lamps

$810 / set

Mid Century Style Turned Wood Lamps

By Thomasville

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Nicely stylized turned wood lamps with chrome base and hardware. Mid Century Asian vibes. Conical silk shades compliment nicely.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Wood

Related Items
Pair of Turned Wood Oversized Table Lamps
Pair of Turned Wood Oversized Table Lamps

Pair of Turned Wood Oversized Table Lamps

$4,400 / set

H 32 in Dm 15 in

Pair of Turned Wood Oversized Table Lamps

Located in North Miami, FL

Amazing wood grain and rich tone turned wood table lamps with brass knob switch, also dimmable. Double cluster sockets. Shades shown NOT included.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Wood

Mid Century American Craft Turned Oak Table Lamps, a Pair
Mid Century American Craft Turned Oak Table Lamps, a Pair

Mid Century American Craft Turned Oak Table Lamps, a Pair

$1,350 / set

H 28 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Mid Century American Craft Turned Oak Table Lamps, a Pair

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Mid century modern designed turned oak table lamps. Clean lines with a simple and organic design. Beautifully selected wood specimen. Handmade in the 1970s. In good working condition...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Oak

Danish Mid-Century Lathe-Turned Teak Table Lamp Base
Danish Mid-Century Lathe-Turned Teak Table Lamp Base

Danish Mid-Century Lathe-Turned Teak Table Lamp Base

$695

H 34.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Danish Mid-Century Lathe-Turned Teak Table Lamp Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lathe-turned teak lamp base from the Danish Mid-Century Modern period features a slender, elongated conical form — broad at the base, tapering to a narrow neck at the top. The natura...

Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Large Table Lamps, Wood, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy
Contemporary Large Table Lamps, Wood, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy

Contemporary Large Table Lamps, Wood, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy

$3,780 / set

H 36.62 in Dm 16.54 in

Contemporary Large Table Lamps, Wood, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of Contemporary Large Table Lamps

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Wood

Elegant Turned Wood Lamp
Elegant Turned Wood Lamp

Elegant Turned Wood Lamp

$495

H 28 in Dm 4.5 in

Elegant Turned Wood Lamp

Located in Riverdale, NY

Elegant turned wood Modernist lamp which highlights the grain of the walnut. Shade not included. 1950s, USA. 28" high total with finial, Wood body 15.5" x 4.5".   

Category

1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Wood

Extra Large Midcentury Turned Wood Lamp
Extra Large Midcentury Turned Wood Lamp

Extra Large Midcentury Turned Wood Lamp

$2,400

H 39.25 in Dm 8 in

Extra Large Midcentury Turned Wood Lamp

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Large turned wood lamp with wonderful natural splits, knots and graining. Pictured with Kofod Larsen lounge chair and Eames LTR for scale.

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Turned Table Lamp by Heifetz
Mid-Century Modern Turned Table Lamp by Heifetz

Mid-Century Modern Turned Table Lamp by Heifetz

$2,200

H 32 in W 6 in D 6 in

Mid-Century Modern Turned Table Lamp by Heifetz

By Heifetz

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Heifetz with its original acrylic shade.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Pair of Italian Turned Wood Lamps
Pair of Italian Turned Wood Lamps

Pair of Italian Turned Wood Lamps

$4,400 / set

H 23 in Dm 9 in

Pair of Italian Turned Wood Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1950's Italian wood and gilt iron lamps Measurements: Height of body: 23" Height to shade rest: 33" Diameter: 9".

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Wood

Turned Walnut or Teak Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, c.1970s
Turned Walnut or Teak Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, c.1970s

Turned Walnut or Teak Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, c.1970s

$350

H 23 in Dm 5 in

Turned Walnut or Teak Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, c.1970s

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Turned walnut or teak Mid-Century Modern table lamp, c.1970s.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Scandinavian Small Hand Turned Wood Lamp
Mid Century Scandinavian Small Hand Turned Wood Lamp

Mid Century Scandinavian Small Hand Turned Wood Lamp

$325Sale Price|56% Off

H 12 in Dm 5.25 in

Mid Century Scandinavian Small Hand Turned Wood Lamp

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Mid Century Scandinavian hand turned birch table lamp Needs rewiring.

Category

1960s Scandinavian Vintage Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Birch

Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s
Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s

Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s

$2,148

H 23.63 in Dm 15.75 in

Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s

By Guillerme et Chambron, Maison Regain

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s Rare and large turned boxwood table lamp, crafted in France, circa 1960. Elegant geometric shape, sh...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Thomasville Lighting

Materials

Gold Leaf

Thomasville lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Thomasville lighting 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 Thomasville lighting, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Prices for Thomasville lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $595, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $595.

Creators Similar to Thomasville

M.G. Wheeler
Shop All M.G. Wheeler Lighting
Dazor
Shop All Dazor Lighting
Michael Lax
Shop All Michael Lax Lighting
Robert Abbey
Shop All Robert Abbey Lighting
Sunset Cosco Co.
Shop All Sunset Cosco Co. Lighting
Aladdin Co.
Shop All Aladdin Co. Lighting
Tensor
Shop All Tensor Lighting
F.A.I.P.
Shop All F.A.I.P. Lighting
Moe Lighting
Shop All Moe Lighting

Questions About Thomasville Lighting

  • How can you tell if furniture is Thomasville?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if furniture is Thomasville, look for the maker's hallmarks. These marks usually appear on the backs or inside drawers on casegoods, under table tops and beneath the seats of dining chairs. Its markings evolved over the years and may say "Thomasville Chair Company" or "Thomasville." Most pieces also feature the Thomasville logo. If you run into any difficulty locating a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Thomasville furniture.

  • When was Thomasville Furniture founded?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Thomasville Furniture was founded in 1904 in Thomasville, North Carolina. The company has been inactive since the mid-2010s, with uncertain ownership. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of antique and modern Thomasville furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

  • Was Thomasville Furniture made in China?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Thomasville Furniture was not made in china. Thomasville Furniture Industries was a furniture manufacturer based in Thomasville, North Carolina. The furniture manufacturer ceased operations and production in 2014, however, secondhand options are still available at reputable retailers, including 1stDibs.

  • How do I remove the drawers from a Thomasville dresser?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To remove Thomasville dresser drawers, first empty them. Then, pull one drawer out to its farthest point. Feel around the interior of the dresser on both sides. Locate the release button. While pushing on the button, lift the drawer up and out. Find a range of Thomasville dressers on 1stDibs.

  • When did Thomasville Furniture go out of business?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Thomasville Furniture went out of business in 2014 when the company announced the end of their operations. At that time, Heritage Home Group owned the North Carolina-based brand. Today, every vintage solid wood Thomasville cabinet, dining chair and dining table is a charming piece of American furniture history. Shop a variety of Thomasville Furniture pieces on 1stDibs.

  • When did Thomasville start making furniture?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Thomasville began making furniture in 1904 in the town of Thomasville, North Carolina. Thomasville’s initial offerings were limited to one item — the Thomasville chair — and it was known in its early days as the Thomasville Chair Company. People loved Thomasville chairs so much that demand surged for more types of seating and other furnishings. In 1922, there was even a 13-foot replica of the original chair design installed in the town square. Dubbed "The Big Chair," it was rebuilt in 1951 to a height of 30 feet and still serves as the town's most notable landmark. Shop a selection of Thomasville furniture on 1stDibs.

  • How do I identify vintage Thomasville furniture?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify Thomasville furniture, look for the maker's mark, usually found in a discreet place, such as under a seat or tabletop or on the base or back of casegoods. Thomasville typically stamped pieces with its wordmark, which may read "Thomasville Chair Company" or "Thomasville Furniture," depending on the age of your piece. To find out more about your piece, you can conduct research using trustworthy online resources. If you need help with identification, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Thomasville furniture on 1stDibs.

  • Is Thomasville considered high-end furniture?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Thomasville is indeed considered high-end furniture. It uses high-grade materials to bring its finely crafted designs to life. Founded in 1904, Thomasville has also stood the test of time. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of Thomasville pieces from some of the world’s top dealers from the comfort of your home.

  • What kind of wood is Thomasville furniture made out of?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Thomasville Furniture primarily produced wood furniture, relying on mahogany, walnut and oak. The brand produced a lot of French and English revival furniture, Asian-inspired pieces and Mid-Century Modern pieces. The brand was bought out and closed operations in 2014. Shop a collection of Thomasville Furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

More Thomasville Furniture

Thomasville Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Thomasville Tables
Thomasville Seating
Thomasville Mirrors
Thomasville Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Thomasville Dressers
Thomasville Bedroom Furniture
Thomasville Dining Room Chairs
Thomasville Cabinets
Thomasville Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Thomasville End Tables
Thomasville Credenzas
View All Popular Lighting Searches