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 Neoclassical Mahogany and Burl Wood Sideboard Buffet, Circa 1960s
By Tomlinson
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Louis XVI style sideboard buffet, bar cabinet, or credenza By Tomlinson USA, Circa 1960s Carved mahogany and burl wood, with fluted door panels, and ori...
Brass
Modern Burl Buffet Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern burl buffet sideboard with four doors framed by a beveled edge, with interior drawers and shelves and finished in a lightly distressed rustic warm h...
Wood
$45,000
H 29.14 in W 62.21 in D 17.72 in
Mahogany Cansado sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
This iconic Sideboard was designed between the late 1950s and 1960s (circa 1958–1960) by the legendary French modernist Charlotte Perriand and retailed through the prestigious Galeri...
Wood
Georgian Sideboard Mahogany Buffet Server Revival
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Fine Georgian style mahogany serpentine sideboard, of elegant bowfront form with beautifully figured flame mahogany veneers and superb rich patina The shaped top above a configuratio...
Mahogany
$7,650
H 38 in W 87 in D 19.75 in
French Mid-Century Modern 1960's Dark Mahogany / Light Burl Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Carmine, TX
A striking Mid-Century Modern sideboard crafted circa 1960, featuring a rich dark mahogany frame contrasted by beautifully figured light burl wood panels. Its clean, minimalist lines...
Brass, Bronze
Neoclassical Louis Philippe Marble Top Mahogany Sideboard Buffet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing grand 19th century mahogany sideboard buffet cabinet crafted in the neoclassical Louis Philippe taste. The cabinet features a thick, solid mahogany case showcasing radiant m...
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Burl Wood Art Deco Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
This sideboard is beautifully shown in an exquisite Tamo ash burl veneer, featuring rich and unique grain patterns that exude luxury. The warm Pyramid Brown finish enhances its time...
Metal
Neoclassical Federal Pedestal Sideboard in Mahogany, circa 1815
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very long and elegant American Federal, pedestal sideboard in mahogany with mahogany inlaid bandings along the borders. Inspired by the classical architecture of ancient Greece and...
Mahogany
Sideboard, Denmark, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very beautiful sideboard with fantastic walnut veneer with perfect grain. Produced in Denmark, 1960s.
Walnut, Teak
1960s Chinoiserie Style Painted Wood Sideboard
By Michael Taylor
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, hand painted sidebard you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful sideboard is s...
Brass
Antique Regency Sideboard, Mahogany Server Buffet
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Regency Mahogany Bow Sideboard. 19th century Having Tapered Legs with Spade Feet. 1 x Oak lined Central Drawer flanked by 2 x cupboards with circular ...
Mahogany
$3,450
H 41.5 in W 56.5 in D 20.5 in
Vintage Inlaid English Sideboard, Wood, Five Drawers, Circa 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handsome inlaid English sideboard with five drawers and two sets of doors with large storage compartments.
Wood
#1823 Vintage Ebonized Wood & Burl Sideboard / Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
A striking mid-century buffet that marries sculptural presence with everyday utility. Crafted by White Fine Furniture, this vintage sideboard features an ebonized wood frame that gr...
Wood, Burl
1960s Travertine Wood Sideboard Dresser Storage Cabinet
By American of Martinsville
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, rare travertine sideboard you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful sideboard is statem...
Travertine
$3,221Sale Price|25% Off
H 38 in W 72 in D 22 in
Baker Furniture Italian Provincial Mahogany Burl Wood Credenza Sideboard Buffet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Mahogany, Burl
Victorian Sideboard Breakfront Mahogany Buffet 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A handsome Victorian mahogany breakfront sideboard of excellent proportions The piece stands upon elegant turned feet and features a gently projecting breakfront centre Circa 1850 Th...
Mahogany
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H 31.75 in W 80 in D 18 in
Tomlinson Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Sideboard Credenza, 1960s
By Tomlinson
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Tomlinson Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Walnut and burl wood, with original brass har...
Brass
Tomlinson Mid Century Walnut Cane Front Sideboard Credenza
By Tomlinson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Tomlinson mid century walnut cane front sideboard credenza This credenza measures 61 wide x 20 deep x 32 inches high ?All pieces of furnitur...
Cane, Walnut
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H 31.5 in W 68 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Burled Walnut Credenza or Sideboard by Tomlinson, 1960s
By Tomlinson
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful patchwork burled walnut credenza or sideboard by Tomlinson. Rich dark mocha brown coloring. Clean lines with brass pulls and aged brass patina legs, circa 1960s.
Brass
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H 31 in W 68 in D 18 in
Tomlinson Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood and Chrome Sideboard Credenza, 1970s
By Tomlinson
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering an exceptional Mid-Century Modern burl wood and chrome sideboard or credenza by Tomlinson Furniture. The sideboard features stunning patchwork burl wood with chrome legs and...
Chrome
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H 33.5 in W 73.5 in D 19 in
Chinese Chippendale Fretwork Credenza Sideboard Buffet Newly Lacquered Mirrored
By Tomlinson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage newly lacquered navy gloss Chinese Chippendale fretwork mirrored credenza sideboard buffet. Brass hardware will be polished and add...
Mirror
Tomlinson Burlwood Credenza or Sideboard with Brass Details
By Tomlinson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Burlwood credenza or sideboard from Tomlinson Furniture of North Carolina. The right side of the piece has four drawers with brass pulls, and the left side is a cabinet with one shel...
Brass
Sideboard by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Dallas, TX
This two-toned handsome sideboard was created by Tomlinson Furniture. This four panel door sideboard opens to reveal ample storage with a set of three drawers, a slot for severing tr...