T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
British, 1905-1976
British-born designer, interior decorator and author T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings was one of the great American tastemakers in the middle decades of the 20th century. Much like Edward Wormley, Robsjohn-Gibbings was a design classicist by education and inclination, but he would come to create some of the most gracious and livable modern furnishings of the era.
Robsjohn-Gibbings studied architecture at the University of London, then held various jobs that included designing décors for passenger liners and working as the art director of a film studio. In the early 1930s, while employed by the upper-crust interior designer Charles J. Duveen, Robsjohn-Gibbings experienced an epiphany during a visit to the British Museum.
Examining the furniture depicted on ancient Greek ceramics — lithe stools and klismos chairs — he realized that he had found a design touchstone. By 1936, Robsjohn-Gibbings had moved to New York and set up a showroom on Madison Avenue for his modern reinterpretations of Classical Greek designs. Aided by contacts he’d developed while working with Duveen, he quickly established a clientele that included Elizabeth Arden, Doris Duke and Thelma Chrysler Foy.
Through his writings for magazines and books, Robsjohn-Gibbings earned a public following and was established as an urbane arbiter of taste. From 1943 to 1956, he produced an understated line of modernist furnishings for Widdicomb, which included one of the icons of the period: the tiered, biomorphic Mesa coffee table (1951). Robsjohn-Gibbings moved to Athens, Greece, in 1966, and created a new line of antiquity-inspired pieces for the firm Saridis. The series turned out to be his swan song.
Collectors’ interest in Robsjohn-Gibbings was reignited in the 1980s when the 200-plus pieces from his 1936–38 commission for the Bel-Air estate of Los Angeles socialite Hilda Boldt Weber — pared-down neoclassical pieces rendered in blond wood (with the occasional flourish) — came on the market. (Up until then, the collection had remained in the house, despite its having changed hands several times.)
But his work for Widdicomb remains his most widely known, appreciated for its elegance and generous proportions. Robsjohn-Gibbings despised the stern aesthetic associated with his Bauhaus contemporaries, and a keynote of his modernist pieces is that they have no sharp angles. His chair and sofa frames, table legs and even many cabinets feature softly contoured edges. In whatever style he designed, Robsjohn-Gibbings was guided by simplicity and timelessness. He wanted his furniture to be lived with happily.
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Creator: T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
A Pair Of T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Strap Lounge Chairs Vintage 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of fabulous, original T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings arm chairs with strapping. Model # 1720, as referenced in the vintage Widdicomb catalog, these chairs are original and vintage ca' ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Walnut
Walnut Open Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in North Miami, FL
Newly upholstered solid walnut armchairs by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture, circa 1950. Two available, priced and sold individually at $3200 each.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Arm Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Kansas City, MO
Elegant pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Cane, Mahogany, Upholstery
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Armchairswith Original Label
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rovereta, SM
Two elegant lounge chairs that are a classic example of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design, from the 1950s.
New padded cushions provide excellent seating comfort.
Gibbings creates with...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Armchairs, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and off-white fabric armchairs or side chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s.
20” seat height
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Fabric, Walnut
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Ladderback & Woven Rattan Seat Arm
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of mid century armchairs by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for John Widdicomb. These chairs have light wooden frames, checkered rattan cane webbing seats, and ladder backs, resting on ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Rattan, Wood
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut and Blue Upholstery Bergere Armchairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century Modern bergere armchairs with walnut frames, upholstered in a blue / teal textured fabric, resting on four tapered walnut legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS)(PRICED AS...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Armchair in Walnut by TH Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Troy, MI
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Armchair
Open armchair designed by Terence Harold Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb circa 1950s
Sculpted frame ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Walnut, Fabric
Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, sexy and sophisticated lounge chair by style master T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb Furniture Company. This example is struct...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery
Midcentury Upholstered Wood Lounge Chair by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful vintage Mid-Century Modern arm chair was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (English, 1905-1976) for Widdicomb circa 1950. The unique and elegant design features clean, Minimalist lines and gentle curves. The chair is impeccably constructed with a solid wood frame, angled legs and sculptural...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Floral Upholstered Lounge Armchair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century lounge / armchair with a square walnut frame, upholstered in a fabric with a bright floral pattern against a black background with a button-tufted back, resting ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Wood, Fabric, Walnut
Pair of T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Beige Walnut Frame Lounge / Armchair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century lounge / armchairs with textured beige fabric upholstery with removable seat cushions and a walnut frame, resting on four gently curved and tapered walnu...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Wood, Walnut, Fabric, Upholstery
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Striped Upholstered Walnut Dining
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century dining armchairs with beige and gold striped fabric upholstery and a walnut frame with thin delicate arms, and curved slat backs, resting on four tapered legs. (T...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Classic Sculptural T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Arm Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning heavy sculptural chair in near excellent condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut and Blue Vinyl Dining Armchair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century dining armchair with a shaped walnut frame and bright blue vinyl upholstered seat and back cushions, resting on four angled dowel legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS F...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs in Romo Fabric for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of 1950s iconic walnut Lounge Chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb newly professionally refinished and reupholstered in designer Romo fabric...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Purple Tufted Vinyl Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century lounge / armchair with a square walnut frame and purple vinyl upholstery with a button-tufted back, resting on four slightly curved and tapered walnut legs. (T.H...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 'French' Walnut and Floral Upholstered
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century 'French' lounge / armchair with a shaped walnut frame, square back, and multi-colored floral back and seat upholstery, resting on four gently curved walnut legs....
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Fabric
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Tufted Leather Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century lounge / armchair with a square walnut frame and black leather upholstery with a button tufted back, resting on four slightly curved and tapered walnut legs. (T....
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Leather
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbons Pair of Arm Chairs and Foot Stool, Widdicomb 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in London, GB
Pair of elegant and timeless Mid Century lounge chairs designed and foot stool by the legendary T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. U.S.A., Widdicomb Furniture Co, circa 1955, United States.
Two...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Wool, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb High Back Orange Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century lounge armchair with a high back and bright orange fabric upholstery, resting on a walnut base with four short tapered dowel legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WI...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Button Back Arm Chair by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
This effortlessly elegant and timeless Mid Century Modern chair was realized by the legendary designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in the United States circa 1950. Gibbings was renowned f...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs for Widdicomb. Solid walnut frames and newly upholstered.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs, Model 1720
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb lounge chairs of ebonized walnut- Model 1720. Circa 1955.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, United States, c. 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, United States, c. 1950.
These handsome armchairs consist of solid wood frames, spindle backs, upholstered seats and armrests, and a sin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Sleek Lined Armchairs for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of expertly restored sleek lined arm chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Holland & Sherry wool upholstery in a grey and white very small checker board patt...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique pair of his and hers chairs feature upholstered seats with simple yet shapely black lacquer frames. Exquisite modern design by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings makes a striking imp...
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20th Century American Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Dining Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of six dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Two armchairs and four sides. A matching dining table is also available. Upholstery is original ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
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Wood
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Open Armchairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Restored T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings maple framed open armchairs with new dark chocolate wool upholstery.
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1950s American Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Maple
Pair of Classic Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic armchairs by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings fro Widdicomb, ca' 1950's. Open walnut frames, reupholstered.
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1950s American Modern Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
T.h. Robsjohn-gibbings armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs 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 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Paul McCobb, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and Charles Eames. Prices for T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $18,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.
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