Drexel Counterpoint

Desk Mid Century 6 Drawers

Drexel Mid Century Modern Furniture

Drexel Tambour

John Van Koert For Drexel

Drexel Bookshelf

Drexel Black Lacquer

Drexel Midcentury Bedroom Furniture

Drexel Mid Century Extension Dining Table

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint

$6,400

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for Drexel's "Counterpoint" line in 1956. According to Drexel the collection was inspire...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Vintage John Van Koert Drexel "Counterpoint" Cherry Dining Side Chair - a Pair

$795 / set

Vintage John Van Koert Drexel "Counterpoint" Cherry Dining Side Chair - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern John Van Koert for Drexel "Counterpoint" Cherry Wood Dining Side Chairs - a Pair.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished

$1,525

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted cherry wood two-tier occasional side table or nightstand By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, 1950s M...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cherry

John Van Koert Designed 'Counterpoint' for Drexel

$2,000

John Van Koert Designed 'Counterpoint' for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Great mid-century design by John Van Koert with luxurious mahogany, blended with wild-grained cherry wood. Inset hardware, rounded lines and tapered legs. Six drawers and center cabi...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Cherry

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John Van Koert Design for Drexel Counterpoint Breakfront Cabinet Sideboard

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H 72 in W 50 in

John Van Koert Design for Drexel Counterpoint Breakfront Cabinet Sideboard

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in West Hartford, CT

Mid-Century Modern signed John Van Koert Classic for Drexel. Classically elegant, this Mid-Century Modern Drexel counterpoint piece can be used as a breakfront, credenza or sideboar...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Walnut

John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint Mahogany and Grasscloth Credenza Dresser

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H 30 in W 60 in D 20 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint Mahogany and Grasscloth Credenza Dresser

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, mahogany, credenza dresser by John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint features a custom grasscloth facade treatment that contrasts nicely with his signature round ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Grasscloth, Mahogany

Drexel Counterpoint Round Extension Walnut Dining Table

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H 29.5 in Dm 44 in

Drexel Counterpoint Round Extension Walnut Dining Table

By Drexel

Located in Wilmington, DE

This table was made for "Counterpoint" by Drexel. The table is made of walnut and includes three extension boards.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Counterpoint Table and Six Chairs Designed by John Van Koert

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H 29.5 in W 50 in D 39 in

Drexel Counterpoint Table and Six Chairs Designed by John Van Koert

By John Van Koert

Located in Pasadena, TX

Dining set by Drexel"s Counterpoint line, comprising a table and six chairs four side and two armchairs.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood, Walnut

John Van Koert “Counterpoint” Bookshelf for Drexel

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H 30 in W 33.75 in D 12 in

John Van Koert “Counterpoint” Bookshelf for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: John Van Koert Manufacturer: Drexel “Counterpoint” Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 30″H x 33.75″W x 12″D Materials: ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century 'Counterpoint' Bedside Chest by Drexel

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H 30 in W 28 in D 19.75 in L 30 in

Mid-Century 'Counterpoint' Bedside Chest by Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century bedside chest designed by John Van Koert for Drexel. This piece is a part of Drexel’s ‘Counterpoint’ line.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

John Van Koert Counterpoint Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser, 1950s

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H 49.5 in W 34 in D 20 in

John Van Koert Counterpoint Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser, 1950s

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser or gentleman's chest By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, 1950s Sculpted walnut, with original brass...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ash Side Table by John Van Koert for Drexel

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H 22 in W 30 in D 21.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Ash Side Table by John Van Koert for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Versatile, Mid-Century Modern, ash side table by John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint features a protruding lower level at 15.75 inches ht.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash

Settee or Bench by John Van Koert, Drexel, Wood and Upholstery, 1950s

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H 26.5 in W 46 in

Settee or Bench by John Van Koert, Drexel, Wood and Upholstery, 1950s

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Rare settee/ loveseat/ bench by John Van Koert for Drexel "Counterpoint". A true unicorn of an item.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery

John Van Koert for Drexel Walnut Bachelor Chest or Nightstand, Newly Refinished

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H 30.25 in W 28.13 in D 20 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Walnut Bachelor Chest or Nightstand, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chest or nightstand By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, Circa 1950s Measures: 28.13"W x 20"D ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century 'Counterpoint' Credenza by John Van Koert for Drexel

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H 30 in W 50 in D 20 in

Mid-Century 'Counterpoint' Credenza by John Van Koert for Drexel

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century credenza a part of Drexel’s ‘Counterpoint’ line designed by John Van Koert.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Double Dresser, Newly Refinished

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H 30 in W 66.5 in D 20 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Double Dresser, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern double dresser or credenza with unique cantilevered top By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, 1950s Black lacquere...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk by John Van Koert For Drexel

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H 30 in W 45 in L 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk by John Van Koert For Drexel

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Wonderfully detailed, Mid-Century Modern, walnut desk by John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint features 4 drawers with recessed pulls and a 6 inch side ledge that extends out to 22 ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Sleek 1960s John Van Koert for Drexel Walnut Extension Desk

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H 30.25 in W 45.75 in D 25.88 in

Sleek 1960s John Van Koert for Drexel Walnut Extension Desk

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Hudson, NY

Sleek walnut desk designed by John Van Koert for the Drexel "Counterpoint" line. This desk shows well from all angles and is very functional.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Acid Washed Foil Commode by John Van Koert for Drexel

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H 30 in W 60 in D 20 in

Acid Washed Foil Commode by John Van Koert for Drexel

Located in North Miami, FL

The body is high gloss white lacquer. Designed for the Counterpoint Line of Drexel by Jonh Van Koert.

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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern

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H 30 in W 82 in D 40 in

Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern

By John Van Koert

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Extremely rare five-piece set of John Van Koert's Drexel Counterpoint modular desk and chair plus two separate drawer units and a fabulous cedar lined hamper.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

John Van Koert “Counterpoint” Three-Tier Bookshelf for Drexel

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H 37.75 in W 54 in D 17 in

John Van Koert “Counterpoint” Three-Tier Bookshelf for Drexel

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: John Van Koert Manufacturer: Drexel “Counterpoint” Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950s Dimensions: 37.75?

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Double Dresser, Newly Refinished

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H 30 in W 50 in D 20 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Double Dresser, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern double dresser or credenza By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, 1950s Sculpted cherry wood, with brass hardware.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Dining Table, 1956

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H 29.75 in W 90 in D 36 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Dining Table, 1956

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern black lacquered extension dining table By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection USA, 1956 Measures: 54"W x 36"D x 29.75...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

John Van Koert for Drexel Sculpted Walnut Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished

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H 30 in W 28.13 in D 19.75 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Sculpted Walnut Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in South Bend, IN

A pair of sleek and stylish mid-century modern sculpted walnut bachelor chests or nightstands with unique cantilevered top By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert for Drexel Sculpted Walnut Tambour Door Bookcase Headboard, 1956

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H 35 in W 77.25 in D 11 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Sculpted Walnut Tambour Door Bookcase Headboard, 1956

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut tambour door bookcase headboard with unique built-in floating cantilevered bedside tables By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint"...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint Dresser

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H 30 in W 60 in D 20 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint Dresser

Located in Southfield, MI

Superb and rarely found John Van Koert designed dresser for Drexel's Counterpoint Collection, dating to 1960.

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Vintage 1960s American Dressers

PAIR OF JOHN VAN KOERT FOR DREXEL COUNTERPOINT NIGHT STANDS

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H 30 in W 20 in D 20 in

PAIR OF JOHN VAN KOERT FOR DREXEL COUNTERPOINT NIGHT STANDS

Located in Geneva, IL

PAIR OF HANDSOME NIGHT STANDS DESIGNED IN THE 1960S BY JOHN VAN KOERT FOR DREXEL'S COUNTERPOINT COLLECTION

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Vintage 1960s American Night Stands

Materials

Wood

John Van Koert for Drexel Pair of Nightstands, circa 1960

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H 27 in W 20 in D 18 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Pair of Nightstands, circa 1960

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

John Van Koert for Drexel pair of nightstands, circa 1960. Part of the counterpoint line for Drexel, these are model 8004, night chest.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

John Van Koert Span Chest, circa 1960

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H 30 in W 50.5 in D 20 in

John Van Koert Span Chest, circa 1960

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Model 8007 for the counterpoint line for Drexel, this chest is made of mahogany and cherry with solid brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Pair of Nightstands or Cabinets by John Van Koert, circa 1960

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H 30 in W 28 in D 20 in

Pair of Nightstands or Cabinets by John Van Koert, circa 1960

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Called the 'span chest' models 8005, right span chest and 8006, left span chest for the counterpoint line by Drexel. These left and right cabinets can also be used as nightstands or ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

Vintage Danish Teak Side Table, 1960s

$683

H 18.12 in W 29.53 in D 17.72 in

Vintage Danish Teak Side Table, 1960s

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish teak side table, 1960s Elegant Danish Mid-century modern side or coffee table with underlying shelf. Table top with wrapped grips makes this table easy to move around...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

1940s Swedish Mahogany Occasional Table – Mid-Century Modern Design

$628

H 23.82 in W 23.63 in D 11.82 in

1940s Swedish Mahogany Occasional Table – Mid-Century Modern Design

Located in Stockholm, SE

Occasional table, anonymous, Sweden. 1940s. Mahogany. Dimensions: H: 60.5 cm / 23 3/4" W: 60 cm / 23 1/2" D: 30 cm / 11 3/4"

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

$2,057

H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 24.81 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Writing Desk, 1960s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Italian desk from the 1960s, restored and shellac polished. Note the brass handles and feet, the green glass top with original period adhesive paper underneath and the black painted ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Lane Perception Two-Tier End Table, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

$495

H 20 in W 21 in D 27.75 in

Lane Perception Two-Tier End Table, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Trenton, NJ

A fully authenticated example of the Lane Perception collection — one of the most admired and Scandinavian-influenced furniture lines produced by Lane Furniture of Altavista, Virgini...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Side End Table

$950

H 22 in W 27 in D 27 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Side End Table

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Table is good structurally. There are some wear on the finish consistent with the age. 5mm or so section of caning is missing. There are couple of small dents on the top. Condition i...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Mid-Century Dresser Cabinet Attributed to Paul McCobb

$2,800

H 33 in W 60 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Dresser Cabinet Attributed to Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb, Jack Cartwright

Located in New York, NY

Well constructed mid-century cabinet of solid walnut, walnut veneer, and brass. The case features a bi - fold door which opens to 4 interior drawers, flanked by a bank of 4 drawers w...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Midcentury Rare Dining Chairs Bramin, Denmark, 1960s.

$1,039 / set

H 30.71 in W 20.08 in D 18.51 in

Set of Two Midcentury Rare Dining Chairs Bramin, Denmark, 1960s.

By Henry W Klein

Located in Praha, CZ

- extremely rare type - confortable - marked by label

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

$2,850

H 23 in W 32 in D 32 in

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

From the 1940s Dunbar Enduring Modern catalog is model # 2193, a single large end table with lower tier bookshelf by Edward J. Wormley. Rounded legs, has divider in center to hold bo...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Kent Coffey "The Sequence" Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk

$995

H 30.5 in W 48 in D 22 in

Kent Coffey "The Sequence" Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk

By Kent-Coffey

Located in West Chester, PA

Mid-Century Modern four drawer writing desk from the Sequence line by Kent-Coffey.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

$3,200

H 26.5 in W 34.5 in D 16 in

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early George Nelson desk / return, child's desk, Modernist, Herman Miller, Retains original Herman Miller foil label, 4 drawers, pencil dividers, steel frame, minor pitting (lower ri...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

$2,800

H 35.5 in W 53.75 in D 29 in

Iconic Mid Century Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960's

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century desk, designed by John Van Koert for Drexel, circa 1960's. This stylish desk features a two tier top, the upper section having two sliding doors, that open to rev...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

$5,485

H 32.88 in W 73.63 in D 35.83 in

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel

$2,500

H 32.75 in W 32 in D 19 in

Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel

By Milo Baughman, Drexel

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Drexel Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specifications: Wood Condition This Milo Baughman dresser for Drexel is in excellent restor...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Lane Rhythm Mid Century Square Walnut Side End Table

$1,495

H 20.25 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

Lane Rhythm Mid Century Square Walnut Side End Table

By Lane Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lane Rhythm Mid Century Square Walnut Side End Table This side table measures: 23.5 wide x 23.5 deep x 20.25 inches high Restored - Mint Condition! Ready to Ship. We take our phot...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser

$3,295

H 33.5 in W 48 in D 18.25 in

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 48 wide x 18.25 deep x 33.5 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Dresser has Minor Scratches...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

1950s Kipp Stewart three drawer writing desk For Glenn of CA, USA

$3,500

H 29.5 in W 52 in D 22 in

1950s Kipp Stewart three drawer writing desk For Glenn of CA, USA

By Glenn of California, Kipp Stewart

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1950s Writing Desk by Kipp Stewart for Glenn of CA, USA. The Kipp Stewart Glenn of California writing desk, designed by Kipp Stewart in the 1950s and 1960s, is a standout piece of ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

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$4,500

H 13.5 in W 11.5 in D 1 in

"Leda and the Swan", Incised and Painted Wood Panel, Art Deco, Gold and Black

By Arthur Crisp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This brilliant depiction of Leda and the Swan, a nude female figure and outstretched black swan illustrating the classic mythological story, was painted by Arthur Crisp on wood panel...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

English Gothic Revival Oak Canterbury Bookcase with Original Cane, circa 1890

$1,657

H 22.45 in W 21.66 in D 11.42 in

English Gothic Revival Oak Canterbury Bookcase with Original Cane, circa 1890

Located in Hannover, DE

A beautifully preserved English Gothic Revival Canterbury bookcase, handcrafted from solid oak and finished in its original rich dark stain. Dating from approximately 1890–1915, this...

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Antique 1890s English Gothic Revival Bookcases

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Cane, Oak

Trio Shade Flush Mount

$3,300

H 7.5 in W 30.75 in D 53.5 in

Trio Shade Flush Mount

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian midcentury flush mount with 3 smoky Murano glass shades mounted on solid brass frame in satin brass finish / Made in Italy 3 lights / E12 or E14 type / max 40W each Measures:...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes

$795 / item

H 10 in Dm 12 in

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...

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2010s American Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

1950s Wall Console with Marble Top, Italy

$8,800

H 30.5 in W 43.5 in D 13.5 in

1950s Wall Console with Marble Top, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Wall console made of beech with a grey marble top with white veins and a drawer. The console has been restored and polished by hand. It is the perfect addition to any entrance or hal...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Marble

French Sconces Wall Lamps with Brass & Clear Holophane Glass

$257 / item

H 8.67 in W 5.52 in D 9.45 in

French Sconces Wall Lamps with Brass & Clear Holophane Glass

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French sconce, wall lamp Heavy clear reeded Holophane glass. Brass wall piece and arm diameter brass wall mount: 10 cm / 3.93” 3 holes to secure E14 bulb holder Weight: 1.20 kg / ...

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

French Linen Lumbar Pillow Cover – Jardin Orgeat

$294 / item

H 15 in W 24 in D 4 in

French Linen Lumbar Pillow Cover – Jardin Orgeat

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Made in France A timeless accent pillow woven in France from heavy, artisan linen — its dense, tactile weave and softly faded floral motif give a vintage-inspired, lived-in elegance...

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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Pillows and Throws

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Linen

George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk with Live-Edge Top

$127,000

H 28.35 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in

George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk with Live-Edge Top

By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima

Located in Waalwijk, NL

George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio, Double Pedestal Free-Edge writing desk, American black walnut, United States, 1969 You have encountered a truly outstanding example of ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs, Michael Van Bueren, Domus Mexico 1960s

$5,500 / set

H 36 in W 25 in D 31.5 in

Pair Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs, Michael Van Bueren, Domus Mexico 1960s

Located in Round Rock, TX

Pair of Mexican Woven Lounge Chairs, Attributed to Michael van Beuren for Domus A handsome pair of midcentury Mexican lounge chairs attributed to Michael van Beuren for Domus, circa...

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Cord, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Brass Cabinet by Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s

$18,284

H 68.12 in W 98.43 in D 24.41 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Brass Cabinet by Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Paolo Buffa attributed cabinet, Italy, 1950s Elegant cabinet attributed to Paolo Buffa, crafted in richly figured walnut with brass details. The façade is defined by a striking geome...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

Casa Del Sol 3 Drawer Smallboy Dresser Pair by John Van Koert for Drexel c.1957

$2,800 / set

H 29.25 in W 36 in D 20 in

Casa Del Sol 3 Drawer Smallboy Dresser Pair by John Van Koert for Drexel c.1957

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Lutz, FL

Lovely Casa Del Sol collection Walnut Smallboy Dresser Pair designed by John Van Koert for Drexel in 1957. Previously professionally refinished in a deeper walnut tone by original ow...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Mid-Century African Mahogany Vanity or Desk by E. Gomme for G-Plan

$4,500

H 29 in W 49 in D 18.5 in

Mid-Century African Mahogany Vanity or Desk by E. Gomme for G-Plan

By G-Plan, Ebenezer Gomme

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern vanity/desk designed by E. Gomme for G-Plan in the United Kingdom, circa 1950s. This exquisite vanity is a true masterpiece and features four intricately crafted d...

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian teak chair by J. Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik

$1,141

H 28.35 in W 19.69 in D 20.87 in

Scandinavian teak chair by J. Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Chair designed by Danish designer Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The chair was distributed by Samcom in Paris. Its Scandinavian lines and its beautiful manufa...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser

$2,095

H 42.25 in W 34 in D 17.75 in

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

$2,285Sale Price|20% Off

H 42.13 in W 51.19 in D 17.72 in

Vintage 1960s teak wood sideboard of Italian design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Tall teak wood sideboard with gilt brass inserts, the two central sliding doors are black painted wood, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear due ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Brown FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

$6,742 / set

H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Brown FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...

Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

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Drexel Counterpoint For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the drexel counterpoint you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, walnut and cherry, every drexel counterpoint was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect drexel counterpoint — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each drexel counterpoint bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made drexel counterpoint over the years, but those crafted by John Van Koert and Drexel are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Drexel Counterpoint?

Prices for a drexel counterpoint can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $595 and can go as high as $5,200, while the average can fetch as much as $2,225.

John Van Koert for sale on 1stDibs

John Van Koert was integral to the rise in popularity of Scandinavian modern furniture during the mid-20th century all over the United States. The Canadian-born designer’s spare walnut coffee tables and elegant armchairs, for example — particularly those that he created for North Carolina’s Drexel Furniture — reflected the influence of the era’s alluring Danish design and were prominently featured in the modern interiors of postwar American homes.

Originally from Manitoba, Van Koert moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to attend the University of Wisconsin. There he studied sculpture and trained in metalwork. Van Koert later taught design in the school’s art department. After World War II, Van Koert settled in New York City. He created jewelry for Harry Winston before shifting his focus to flatware and furniture design.

Van Koert found quick success with his flatware designs for Towle Silversmiths. His Contour set was part of the “Knife, Fork and Spoon” exhibition organized by the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis in the early 1950s. In 1954, he served as design director for the “Design in Scandinavia” exhibition, which toured Canada as well as the United States and featured hundreds of designs created in Finland, Denmark, Norway and Sweden by the likes of Kaj Franck, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Finn Juhl and others.

Van Koert kept busy over the years. Drexel embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism during the postwar era with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut, and the Profile, Casa Del Sol and Projection collections designed with sculptural shapes by Van Koert.

In the early 1960s, Van Koert created a contemporary line for Richardson-Nemschoff, a furniture manufacturer based in the designer’s former stomping grounds of Wisconsin. During the early 1970s, he partnered with Sarreid Ltd., a brand that got its start sourcing materials from Spain and Italy and bringing the exceptional talents of European wood carvers, sculptors and painters to the forefront of American home decor.

On 1stDibs, find vintage John Van Koert seating, tables and storage pieces.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.