Modern Campaign Style Oak Gentlemen’s Chest by Founders Furniture Patterns 35
About the Item
- Creator:Founders Furniture Company (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 54.25 in (137.8 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
- Style:Campaign (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1970-1980
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful cond., keeping in mind that this is vintage & not new so will have signs of use & wear. Specifically, it was missing a handle & we had a custom duplicate replacement produced. Please see photos & zoom in for details. We try to show flaws.
- Seller Location:Topeka, KS
- Reference Number:Seller: 414-CSG-002-R1stDibs: LU1873330097572
Founders Furniture Company
Founders Furniture Company was a short-lived 20th-century American brand that produced enduring mid-century modern designs. The company's streamlined dressers, lounge chairs and coffee tables feature solid wood construction and simple but elegant designs.
The history of Founders Furniture Company began in 1946 when it was established as a subsidiary of Knoll Inc., an esteemed manufacturer known mainly at the time for its pioneering workplace furniture — largely owing to the work of visionary designer Florence Knoll — so it launched Founders as its residential division.
During its years of operation, Founders hired celebrated American modernist designers like Milo Baughman and David Parmelee, who created sleek commodes and sideboards in mahogany and rosewood for the brand. Michigan native Jack Cartwright, a designer at Heritage during the 1950s, also worked at Founders as head designer before moving on to start his eponymous furniture company in 1963.
Founders continued operations until 1965 when Thomasville Furniture acquired it. Established in 1904 in North Carolina — home to other iconic mid-century brands such as Drexel and Broyhill — Thomasville expanded significantly during the 1960s and purchased several other American furniture manufacturers.
Today, the timeless styles and exceptional craftsmanship associated with Founders Furniture Company pieces continue to render them desirable even for today’s interiors.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Founders case pieces, seating, tables and more.
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