Admirers of vintage mid-century modern furnishings likely recognize the Widdicomb Furniture Company name for the fruitful partnerships it forged with iconic designers such as Frank Lloyd Wright, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Mario Buatta. But there is more to the Widdicomb story than the albeit quite covetable sofas and bedroom furniture it produced during the middle of the 20th century.
A wealth of pine and oak forests rendered Grand Rapids, Michigan, a logging center during the 1800s, and it eventually gained recognition for its furniture industry. The American city became a destination for furniture makers who hailed from across the United States and beyond. Furniture maker George Widdicomb emigrated from England to the United States in 1845, eventually setting up a cabinet shop in Syracuse, New York, before moving west to Grand Rapids. There, he opened a shop with his four sons, including John Widdicomb, whose name would help carry the family legacy into the 20th century.
The Widdicomb shop in Grand Rapids prospered, as the patriarch’s formal English training allowed him to produce pieces with superior craftsmanship compared to those of his competitors. Although the Civil War halted business and took the life of one of the Widdicomb brothers, the family’s survivors would start anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, soon renamed the Widdicomb Furniture Company.
John Widdicomb, however, split from the family business in 1897 to create the John Widdicomb Company, where he would go on to focus on Louis XV- and French Provincial-style furnishings. Chairs made in these styles have distinct characteristics, such as floral motifs carved in the frames and gently angled backrests. John's company also remained a family affair: The founder’s son, Harry, assumed control of the company when his father died in 1910, while John's nephew Ralph Widdicombe — who retained the English spelling of his last name and joined the John Widdicomb Company at its start — designed every single piece of the offerings at his uncle's manufacturing outfit until he retired in 1951. Ralph was an internationally distinguished furniture designer whose modern mahogany bedroom suite won first prize at the Paris Exposition in 1900.
The original iteration of Widdicomb, which was helmed by John's older brother William while John ran his own brand, had shifted from making period revival styles of furniture, such as Georgian and Chippendale, to manufacturing modern pieces in the late 1920s. Today vintage Widdicomb seating, tables and other pieces produced during the postwar years are particularly sought after by collectors of mid-20th-century furniture.
In 1959, master woodworker George Nakashima created his Origins collection for Widdicomb when the firm merged with Mueller Furniture Corporation and was known, for around 10 years, as Widdicomb-Mueller. Origins, a revered Shaker-influenced group of nightstands, upholstered lounge chairs, dining-room tables and more, saw Nakashima working with woods like Carpathian elm and laurel in his Pennsylvania studio.
Eventually, the two Widdicomb companies would combine in 1970, operating under the name John Widdicomb Co.
In 2002, the business closed after more than a century of operations, and its assets were acquired by Stickley Furniture. Interestingly, it was not the first time Widdicomb and Stickley overlapped: In the final years of the 19th century, the companies opened a shared storehouse in London, while John Widdicomb and Albert Stickley would travel Europe together for the purposes of research.
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Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonized Saber Leg Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Ebonized Expanding Saber Leg Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 68 wide x 40 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance o...
Wood
Widdicomb Sabre Leg Dining Table Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your zip. Widdicomb Sabre Leg Dining Table. Custom Oval Black Lacquered Ash top. Factory finish legs
Ash, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Colosseum Dining Table 1956
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Colosseum Dining Table, 1956 United Kingdom / USA Elegant octagonal dining table designed by Robsjohn-Gibbing...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves This table measures: 48 wide x 48 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25...
Walnut
Mid Century Dining Table by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century dining table designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This example is in very good, original condition, showing only light wear consistent with age. Specifically, an inconsequential veneer flaw at the corner, and light cosmetic wear - please see images. The table opens to accept a large ( 20 in W ) leaf ) extending the width from 72 to 92 inches. This listing is for the dining table only.
Ash
George Nakashima Walnut Dining Table for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dining table by George Nakashima for Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company Widdicomb, c.1960s for their "Origins" collection. The table features a tapered rectangular top with ...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Flip-Top Convertible Console Table for Widdicomb 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
This console table has a deep espresso-finished mahogany top that sits upon four slender and graceful solid brass legs. It was designed in 1953 for Widdicomb Furniture by TH Robsjohn...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Saber Leg Dining Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Saber Leg Dining Table Solid Walnut legs with mahogany framed edge to the top. Table is 29" high and 57" x 38" and has one 37" leaf fully extended 94" fully ex...
Mahogany, Walnut
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Extending Dining Table in Walnut for Widdicomb, 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Camden, ME
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings dining table with pullout end leaves on twin tripod bases with reverse tapered legs. One of Robsjohn-Gibbings scarcer designs this model 1626 walnut table wa...
Walnut
Mid-Century Widdicomb Extending Dining Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A dining table with fine Modern form in very deep toned and well grained wood. Dating to the 1960’s, the table was made by the iconic furniture maker Widdicomb. In a dark wood with a...
Wood
Widdicomb MCM Bleached Mahogany Expanding Console Dining Table with 4 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Expanding Console Dining Table with 4 Leaves As the dining table the measurements are: 40 wide...
Mahogany
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Constellation Walnut Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Constellation Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 68 wide x 40 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair cleara...
Walnut
Nakashima For Widdicomb Origins Drop Leaf Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by George Nakashima for the “Origins” collection manufactured by Widdicomb Furniture, circa 1950s. Simple and elegant design features a free ...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Curved Pedestal Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 1951 "trestle extension table", impressive vintage mid-century modern walnut dining table...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Dining Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant mid century dining table, designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. Clean lined design with elegant splayed legs. It expands from 58-78" width...
Metal
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 69.75 wide x 40 deep x 28.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.2...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Drop-Leaf Dining Table By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut gate-fold, drop-leaf dining table was designed by British designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture Company in Grand Rapids,...
Walnut
Round Widdicomb Dining Table Designed in 1938
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Round Widdicomb dining table with extension designed in 1938. There are 2 leafs that measure 12" each for a total of 24". The total length is 72 1/4" by 48". the Height is 29 Inches.
Mahogany
Mid-Century Walnut Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1960s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century rectangular walnut dining / conference table with rounded corners and two expansion leaves, resting on four sabre legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE CO...
Wood, Walnut
Clean Lined Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined dining table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. It goes from a compact rectangle that measu...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern "Sherry" Expanding Dining Table By Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crafted by the renowned Widdicomb Furniture Company, the "Sherry" Collection is celebrated for its luxurious designs and impeccable attention to detail. The Expanding Leaf Table is a...
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bleached and Glazed Mahogany Saber Leg Dining Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Bleached and glazed mahogany saber leg dining table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Bull nose edging with slightly raised surface, slightly modified with four extra supports...
Mahogany
1970s 12.5ft John Widdicomb Conference Table in Walnut with Chromed Steel Legs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., John Widdicomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Long Conference Table, designed by John Widdicomb and produced and distributed by Steelcase. The top is walnut and legs are chromed steel. Some refer to the form of the top...
Steel
H 20 in W 30 in D 18 in
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
H 23.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
T.H.. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Klismos Round Saber Leg Lamp Table 1955
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A versatile Klismos or Saber Leg table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. The legs are slightly darker than the top. This form works we...
Walnut
H 20 in W 30 in D 18 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Bleached Mahogany Sabre End Tables - Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Sabre Side End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 30 wide x 18 deep x 20 inches high Good Vintage Condition ...
Mahogany
H 22 in W 32 in D 32 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Klismos Leg Cocktail Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-Century Modern walnut klismos leg coffee table or cocktail table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb furniture. Elegant and graceful square top with a two-tier desig...
Walnut
H 16 in W 58 in D 36 in
Freeform Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, C. 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Westport, CT
An iconic design by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb (1950, USA), this sculpted walnut and brass Freeform cocktail table (Model 1759) embodies organic elegance. Its fluid, cloud-...
Brass
H 29 in W 58 in D 40 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Ebonized Mahogany Drop-Leaf Extendable Dining Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb ebonized mahogany drop-leaf extendable dining table with one leaf. Completely folded the table measures: 26 x 40 x 29" H. Leafs open measures: 58 x 40...
Mahogany
H 28.94 in W 84.06 in D 41.15 in
George Nakashima 'Frenchman's Cove II' Dining Table in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio, ‘Frenchman’s Cove II’ dining table, American black walnut, United States of America, 1967 This striking and unique Frenchman’s Cove II ...
Walnut
H 22 in W 28 in D 21 in
George Nakashima Wepman Table
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An oversized example of this design Re-Oiled Surface. Original order card available 62 XIV-5
Wood
H 29.25 in W 30 in D 30 in
Widdicomb Table Designed by T.H. Robsjohn - Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Table designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture Company. We had the table professionally refinished. Table measures 30" wi...
Wood
H 28 in W 73.5 in D 64 in
Rare George Nakashima x Widdicomb Origin Collection Walnut Dining Table & Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A rare, vintage George Nakashima Origins Collection dining set manufactured by Widdicomb circa 1959. This is a once-in-a-lifetime, truly extraordinary dining set, designed by the leg...
Walnut
H 13.5 in W 96 in D 18 in
George Nakashima Table
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular "Q" Table/Bench Created in 1964 by George Nakashima, Expressive Free edge Walnut and very long table for Nakashima Table Signed with a Rom...
Walnut
H 14 in W 54 in D 24 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Marble Coffee Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Marble Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 54 wide x 24 deep x 14 inches hi...
Marble
H 29 in W 66 in D 40 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings Dining Table for Widdicomb Furniture
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This refined dining table was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture, exemplifying the designer’s mastery of restrained modernism and classical proportion. Crafte...
Wood
H 29.25 in W 72 in D 40 in
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Bleached Mahogany X Based Dining Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany X Based Dining Table This dining table measures: 72 wide x 40 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 26 in...
Mahogany
H 29.5 in W 40 in D 70.5 in
Rare Widdicomb Mueller Walnut Dining Table Attributed to George Nakashima
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Widdicomb Mueller Titan dining table, attributed to George Nakashima dining table with an overall walnut finish, raised six tapered, hexagonal legs and hexagonal stretchers. Sho...
Elm, Walnut
H 29 in W 66 in D 40 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Dinning Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Dinning Table For Widdicomb. From Robsjohn-Gibbings Modern Original Line for Widdicomb, model #200. The table pictured will be professionally refinished like...
Mahogany
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Expandable Dining Table, Walnut, USA, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Circular Dining Table, Walnut, USA, 1960s This walnut dining table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdic...
Walnut
H 28.5 in W 113.5 in D 48 in
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Collection Sculpted Walnut Dining Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional mid-century Organic Modern sculpted walnut dining table By George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture, "Origins" Collection USA, 1961 Measures: 59.5"W x ...
Walnut
H 28.75 in W 73.5 in D 64.25 in
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Collection Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional mid-century Organic Modern drop-leaf dining table By George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture, "Origins" Collection USA, Circa 1960 Gorgeous book-match...
Walnut
H 28.38 in W 116 in D 42.25 in
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Collection Walnut Extension Dining Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional mid-century organic modern extension dining table By George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture, "Origins" Collection USA, Circa 1960 Gorgeous book-match...
Walnut
H 28.75 in W 68.25 in D 40 in
Vintage Klismos Legs Dining Set by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage dining table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in the United States, circa 1950s. Indulge in the ultimate dining experience with our rare and unique m...
Faux Leather, Mahogany, Walnut
H 30.5 in W 60 in D 48 in
George Nakashima Extendable Walnut Dining Table Model 277 for Widdicomb, 1959
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Camden, ME
An extendable walnut dining table by George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture Company from 1959. A line of book-matched veneers encased by a 3 inch deep carved and finger joined soli...
Walnut
H 28.75 in W 68.25 in D 40 in
Vintage Klismos Legs Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage dining table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in the United States, circa 1950s. Indulge in the ultimate dining experience with our rare and unique m...
Mahogany
H 29 in W 68 in D 40 in
Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Rectangular Dining Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Rectangular Dining Table on Saber Legs The table has a stunning walnut grain with a two tone...
Walnut