Mid Century Lane Rhythm Dresser
About the Item
- Creator:Lane Furniture (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.25 in (79.38 cm)Width: 64.25 in (163.2 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In great vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Raleigh, NC
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6888238777602
Lane Furniture
When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to the offerings.
The manufacturer was off to a modest start but the family was industrious: The Lanes were made up of farmers and contractors who’d built more than 30 miles of the Virginian railroad. They owned a cotton mill and purchased thousands of acres of land in Campbell County, Virginia, where the Virginian railroad was intended to cross the main line of the Southern Railway. The Lanes intended to start a town in this region of the state, and by 1912, streets for the town of Altavista had been laid out and utility lines were installed. In the spring of that year, John Lane purchased a defunct box factory at a bankruptcy auction. His son, Edward Hudson Lane, was tasked with the manufacturing of the cedar “hope” chests for which the Lane family would become known, even though the company was initially incorporated as the Standard Red Cedar Chest Company.
The Standard Red Cedar Chest Company struggled in its early days but introduced an assembly system at its small factory after securing a contract with the federal government to produce ammunition boxes made of pine during World War I. The company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing after the war, and, in 1922, rebranding as the Lane Company, it implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products. Ads tied the company’s strong cedar hope chests to romance. Anchored by copy that read “The gift that starts the home,” the campaign rendered a Lane cedar chest a necessary purchase for young women to store linens, clothing and keepsakes as they prepared to marry.
Wartime production during World War II had Lane producing aircraft parts. In the 1950s, the family-owned company began to branch out into manufacturing tables, bedroom pieces and other various furnishings for the entire home. The brand’s vintage mid-century furniture is highly sought after.
Lane’s Acclaim walnut furniture line, which, designed by Andre Bus, has been compared to Drexel’s Declaration series for its blend of modern furniture’s clean contours and traditional craftsmanship. Ads for the Lane series suggested that it included “probably the best-selling table in the world.” (There are end tables, cocktail tables and more in the Acclaim collection, sporting graceful tapered legs and dovetail inlays.) Later, during the 1960s, Lane offered handsome modular wall units designed by the likes of Paul McCobb. Today, the company is owned by United Furniture Industries and is particularly well-known for its upholstered furniture.
Vintage Lane furniture is generally characterized by relatively neutral styles, which are versatile in different kinds of interiors, as well as good quality woods and careful manufacturing. All of these attributes have made Lane one of the most recognizable names in American furniture.
Browse storage cabinets, tables and other vintage Lane Furniture on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Raleigh, NC
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 1 day of delivery.
- Mid-Century Lane Walnut Reversible Door CredenzaBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Raleigh, NCMid Century Lane walnut credenza with three smooth operating hefty drawers and reversible cane or walnut front cabinet doors (optional) as you get to pick which you’re feeling anytim...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsCane, Wood, Walnut
- Mid-Century Lane Rhythm Dining Chairs - Set of EightBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Raleigh, NCSet of eight dining chairs by Lane Furniture. This set is a part of Lane’s coveted Rhythm collection. The classic “cat eye” shape aligns the back rest and spindles conjoin the front ...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsFabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
- Mid-Century Paul McCobb Style DresserLocated in Raleigh, NCMid-century long and large dresser in the style of Paul McCobb. This impressive piece is made from walnut and features twelve smooth-sliding drawers. Four drawers frame the left side...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsBrass
- Mid Century Broyhill Premier Nine Drawer DresserBy BroyhillLocated in Raleigh, NCBeautiful Mid Century Broyhill Premier walnut nine drawer dresser. This item is equipped smooth action drawers and lovely brass hardware. ...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsBrass
- Mid-Century Tambour Door Dresser / Credenza by DyrlundBy DyrlundLocated in Raleigh, NCElegant and stately case piece made by Dyrlund, Denmark. Made from Danish teak wood, circa 1970s. This piece could be used as a traditional dresser, sideboard, or living room credenz...Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsWood, Teak
- Mid-Century Dyrlund Danish Teak Highboy / ArmoireBy DyrlundLocated in Raleigh, NCMassive mid-century highboy / armoire by Dyrlund, Denmark. This tall dresser is made from beautifully sculpted teak wood, circa 1970s. Two tambour doors on both the left and right si...Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsWood, Teak
- Lane Rhythm Mid Century Tallboy DresserBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Baltimore, MDThis is a beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship by Lane furniture. This dresser is part of the Rhythm collection by Lane, built in the 1960’s, to have a style that was timel...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsWalnut
- Lane Furniture "Rhythm" DresserBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Brooklyn, NYTall mid-century modern gentleman's chest by Lane Furniture for their "Rhythm" series. Walnut grain with accenting cane front doors. Please confirm location NY or NJCategory
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsWalnut
- Mid-Century Lane Dresser w/ InlayBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Brooklyn, NYStunning design by Lane Furniture! Walnut wood with delicate rosewood inlaid details. Nine wide drawers give ample bedroom storage. Please confirm locati...Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsWalnut
- Lane Mid Century Burlwood Lowboy DresserBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Countryside, ILLane Mid Century Burlwood Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 78 wide x 18 deep x 30.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in wha...Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsBurl
- Mid Century Tallboy Dresser Lane Tower SuiteBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Baltimore, MDAn elegant tallboy dresser from the Lane furniture “tower suite”. This is a beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship by Lane Furniture. This retr...Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsRosewood
- Lane Mid Century Burlwood Lowboy 9 Drawer DresserBy Lane FurnitureLocated in Countryside, ILLane Mid Century Burlwood Lowboy 9 Drawer Dresser This dresser measures: 78 wide x 18 deep x 30.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage c...Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
MaterialsBurl