Pay a visit to the town of High Point, North Carolina — long the capital of American-made furniture — and, from nearly any location in the city, you’ll see a tall smokestack bearing the name Tomlinson. It’s a name with deep roots there: In 1901, Sidney Halstead Tomlinson, Sr., and his brother founded the Tomlinson Chair Manufacturing Co., producing adaptations of 19th-century European antiques for an enthusiastic American audience. Later the Tomlinson Furniture Company grew rapidly over the ensuing decades, becoming a significant contributor to High Point’s thriving manufacturing economy.
Although Tomlinson began with a focus on antique-style furniture, by the middle of the century the company had adopted aesthetics from the modern style that was rapidly growing in popularity around the world.
Throughout the 1950s and 60s, Tomlinson Furniture produced coffee tables, storage cabinets and seating in the low-slung, sleek silhouettes that were typically characteristic of what we now know as mid-century modern designs.
Working with designers like John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, the company experimented with materials like woven cane and unique styles such as neoclassical lounge chairs in cherrywood that were seen as thoughtful modern interpretations of Biedermeier furniture.
During the mid-1950s, Tomlinson Furniture introduced its dramatic and decorative Sophisticate line, a collection of case pieces, seating, tables and more, available in a variety of woods. Today, designs that originated in the collection, such as its pecan-framed chairs with seats and backs of woven leather straps, are increasingly sought after by collectors.
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Tomlinson Sophisticate 6 Drawer Jewelry Chest
By Tomlinson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tomlinson Sophisticate Burled Walnut 6 Drawer Jewelry Cabinet. Very nice original condition with felt lined drawers. Small Brass pulls finish off the Sophisticated Look!
Walnut, Burl
Agresti Oro Jewelry Chest
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Lockable jewelry chest with 5 drawers, two pullout / pull-out necklace bars, and lined in ultra-suede. Accessories in 24 karats gold plated brass...
Brass
Venetian Renaissance Jewelry Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare Venetian 16th century Italian traveling jewelry chest profusely decorated in Arabesque black and gilt decoration featuring rare specimen stone drawer fronts in a Palladian archi...
Wood
$12,500
H 5 in W 4 in D 3 in
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Rare Six Drawer Jewelry Chest, Attributed to Inaba
By Inaba Cloisonne Co.
Located in Long Island City, NY
A rare and exquisitely decorated Meiji Period circa 1890 Japanese cloisonne enamel jewelry chest attributed to Inaba, fashioned as a miniature cabinet with ...
Enamel
Ali Con Le Gioie Jewelry Chest with 4 Drawers
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry chest in briar and mahogany, matte finish, ultra suede lining. 24-karat gold-plated brass accessories. With 4 drawers. Two lockable doors with necklace bars.
Suede, Mahogany
George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest
By George Nelson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rosewood,Enameled aluminum and porcelain An early example of this form,model # 5215 Base is original to the cabinet Disc Manufacturer's label.
Rosewood
Petite Jewelry Chest in Bronze and Burl, Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A petite architectural jewelry chest in olive burl over a bronze base. Featuring a three drawers. Can be used atop of a dresser or free standing.
Burl
$2,557 / item
H 13.75 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in
Stacked Jewelry Chest in Cream Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The irregular stacked jewelry chest in cream shagreen by R&Y Augousti is a stunning geometric piece to store your personal items. This piece has 4 drawer compartments that have black velvet trays...
Shagreen Stingray
Bijoux Jewelry Chest in Briar and Mahogany
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry chest in briar and mahogany, matte finish, ultrasuede lining, 24 karats gold plated brass accessories. With necklace bars, lockable doors and 6 drawers. Adjustable mirror on ...
Suede, Mahogany
Large Folk Art Wood 4 Drawer Jewelry Box Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Folk Art Jewelry Box or Miniature Tabletop Sized Chest of Drawers. This vintage wood piece with four drawers has lots of character and patina. Each drawer features a hand painted lea...
Wood, Paint
$2,000
H 12.38 in W 9.25 in D 10.25 in
R & Y Augousti Multi Drawer Marquetry and Shagreen Jewelry Chest
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely inlaid wood and Shagreen Jewelry Box by the acclaimed design firm of R&Y Augousti. This lovely handcrafted piece is made in the Philippines. It features a shagreen border on...
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Paul McCobb Planner Group Jewelry Chest of Ten Drawers
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb jewelry chest of ten drawers Best to refinish this item. Finish shows wear as does the interiors of the drawers.
Wood
Rhomboid Jewelry Chest in Cream Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Rhomboid jewelry chest in cream shagreen by R&Y Augousti is a stunning geometric piece to store your personal items. This piece has 3 drawer compartments and a flap top opening that have black velvet...
Shagreen Stingray
Small Italian Florentine Jewelry Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This vintage gilt wood storage or jewelry box features one drawer and flip up top with mirror. with storage below lined in an orange velvet fabric. The box has has lots of character,...
Giltwood, Paint, Fabric, Velvet
Miguel Berrocal Paloma Jewelry Chest and Vanity
By Miguel Ortiz Berrocal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare design seldom seen in the market. The design folds from a minimal box into a fantastic combination of 16 felt lined drawers and hinged mirrors. The sculpture is a homage to P...
Brass, Silver Plate
Unavailable|$2,595
H 6 in W 36 in D 12 in
SOLD 11/11/26 Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 8 Drawer Jewelry Chest
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 8 Drawer Jewelry Chest This jewelry chest measures: 36 wide x 12 deep x 6 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Stain Wear on Top Surface o...
Wood
Mid-Century Burled Oak Tomlinson 'Sophisticate' Jewelry Box
By Tomlinson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid-century wooden jewelry box by Tomlinson "Sophisticate." Oak with burl details. 6 Felt lined drawers with brass pulls.
Wood, Oak, Burl
