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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Coffee Table Designed by T.H. Robsjohn – Gibbings for Widdicomb, 3304
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Coffee table designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture Company. All original condition. Coffee table measures 72.5″ wide, 18.75″ deep and 16″ high.
Wood
$2,185Sale Price|42% Off
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 1761 Coffee Table, 1953, Signed
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular Model 1761 coffee table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb has beautiful walnut grain and was just refinished - gorgeous and ready for immediate use. Signed und...
Walnut
Freeform Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, C. 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings For Widdicomb Large Freeform Coffee Table Model 1759
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large iconic freeform coffee table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, notably the Model 1759, or sometimes referred to as the "WCD" Cocktail Table. This distinctive pi...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 1781 Two-Tier Lamp Table, 1953
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 1781 Two-Tier Lamp Table, 1953 A two-tier table designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Company, model 1781, produced i...
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Side Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1950, Magazine Stand
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern, magazine side table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950. The table has been refinished but it has a few scratches on the top. A light-brown, vintage Mid-century...
Wood
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
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Surfboard Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design surfboard coffee table for Widdicomb, U.S.A.. High quality construction and materials used in this elegant eliptical form coffee table. Sculpted walnut ...
Walnut
Original Tripod Table By T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut 1953 Classic
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic, walnut tripod table, sometimes called a gueridon. Designed by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb Co, 1953. This is a rare larger version-30"d, 25.25"h. Could be a...
Walnut
T.H Robsjohn Gibbings Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Coffee walnut table for Widdicomb, 1960
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Rare Trapeza End Table, Walnut, Greece, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis of Athens, Rare 'Trapeza' End or Side Table, Walnut, Greece, 1960s A rare and important “Trapeza” end table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings circa...
Walnut
Robsjohn-Gibbings Biomorphic Cocktail Table w Interesting Anecdote of Noguchi
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Biomorphic Cocktail Table with a Fascinating Noguchi Connection Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, this stunning biomorphic cocktail table is a...
Glass, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table With Stylized Acanthus Leaf Design Ca' 1946!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic acanthus leaf, stylized coffee table designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and manufactured by Widdicomb, ca' 1946-dated and signed on the bottom. White wash/cerused finish.
Walnut
Midcentury Light Walnut Drop Leaf Expandable Dining Table, Three Leafs Boards
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb mid century modern dining table with beautiful glow light walnut finish. Completely folded me...
Walnut
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Square Mahogany Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb square mahogany Coffee Table. Side Table. Circa 1960. Featuring a solid board surface, beautifully grained Mahogany veneer, with solid turned ma...
Mahogany
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
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
Mahogany Desk by T H Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mahogany desk with seven drawers, original brass ring pulls, hidden casters. Finished on all sides. Widdicomb manufacturer's tag present.
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Single Pedestal Desk by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Highland, IN
This desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb has a strong architectural quality and great minimalist design. The desktop cantilevers from the pedestal and is supported by a sing...
Wood
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
$4,200Sale Price|30% Off
Rare T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Presenting a spectacular and rare T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Walnut Cocktail Table with a removable Magazine Box. An elegant modern design featuring a beautifu...
Hardwood
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid Century Walnut Coffee Table Model 1786 Circa 1955
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bernville, PA
A stellar T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid Century Walnut Coffee Table Model 1786 Circa 1955 by Widdicomb. Expertly crafted inlaid walnut on solid tapered polished brass legs. Professional...
Brass
Widdicomb Sabre Leg Dining Table Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
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 Triangular Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Berlin, DE
Triangular table by Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1950s, USA in original vintage condition. T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings was a furniture designer who became famous for his modernist designs in ...
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Cocktail table model #3343
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Lynn, MA
Circular saber leg cocktail table by TH Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Cataloged as model 3343 Cocktail Table. Beautiful contrasts and fantastic grains.
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century American Modern Walnut Low / Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American Modern walnut low coffee table featuring a rectangular top over an X-form base composed of sculptural, tapering legs and stretcher. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS)
Wood, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings End Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined End or Side Table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This piece is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice o...
Wood
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
Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Walnut Desk by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. The desk has one center drawer and four side drawers with brass pulls and extra storage behind two sliding doors. Writing s...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Square Two Tiered Cocktail Coffee Lamp Table 19
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A mid century modern walnut two tiered table designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Model 1781. Excellent wood color and selection. The color of the photographs do not do...
Walnut
Marble Top Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A maple coffee table with marble top designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Marble
Freeform Walnut and Brass Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic sculpted walnut and brass biomorphic cocktail/coffee table (model 1759) designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb (1950, USA). Free-form, organic design reminiscent of a clo...
Brass
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Round Walnut Coffee Table Tapered Legs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern round walnut coffee table tapered legs.
Walnut
Splayed Leg End Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Splayed leg end table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. Sculptural splayed leg form and beautiful grainin...
Wood
Mid-Century Two-Tier End Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century circular two-tier end / side table with a circular top and lower shelf, supported by four tapered square legs, finished in walnut veneer...
Wood
1950s Side Table Model 3361 by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in walnut
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Victoria, BC
This side table, model 3361, was designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in 1957, produced by the John Widdicomb Company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The piece reflects Robsjohn-Gibbings’ ...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings FreeForm "WCD" Cocktail Table for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Lynn, MA
Rare T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings designed FreeForm "WCD" Cocktail Table for Widdicomb. This is the more rare larger model vs "1759". Great and collectable design from Gibbings. The table...
Brass
Black Lacquer Brass Legs Gibbings Dining Table with 1 Extensions Board
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern black lacquer top brass legs dining table by Robsjohn-Gibbings. Comes with 1 x 18" leaf.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cocktail Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern American cocktail coffee table made of hand crafted Walnut, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, ...
Walnut
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Bleached Mahogany Dropside Console Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Dropside Console Table This table measures: 35.75 wide x 17 deep x 30 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28.5 inche...
Mahogany
TH Robsjohn Gibbings Pair of Saber Leg Side Tables for Widdicomb, circa 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Troy, MI
Pair Robsjohn Gibbings Sabre Leg Side Tables 1950s Model 3335 for Widdicomb USA circa 1950 Petite side tables in bleached mahogany with rare double cross stretcher base and sabre le...
Mahogany
Coffee Table, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los angeles, CA
Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Glass, Wood
Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Klismos leg end table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker, American, circa 1960s. This table is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of co...
Wood, Mahogany
1954 Massive Walnut Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large (oversized) walnut coffee table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb in 1953. It is composed of bleached-walnut and has a walnut veneer. The top is ...
Walnut
T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings Brass Leg Table Model 1750
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
TH Robsjohn-Gibbings Brass Leg Table Sherry finish over Mahogany Original Decal present
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Two Tone Drawer Side Table Flared Legs 1951
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A professionally restored Widdicomb side table #1650 designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. The two tone table features a mahogany book matched rectangular top, beechwood flared and rev...
Beech, Walnut
Widdicomb Table Designed by T.H. Robsjohn - Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Set of Three Tables, 1940s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hamburg, PA
Elevate your space with this elegant set of three nesting tables designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Co. in the United States during the 1940s. Crafted from wa...
Walnut
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
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Dining Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
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
$3,400Sale Price / set|38% Off
Pair of Klismos Leg Side Tables by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Klismos leg side tables designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. They are currently being refinished an...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Biomorphic Coffee Table, Model 1759
Aluminum
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 3304 Mahogany Surfboard Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 3304 Mid Century Mahogany Surfboard Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 72.75 wide x 18.75 deep x 15.75 inches high Great Vintage Co...
Mahogany
Gibbings for Widdicomb Light American Walnut Giant 9.5' Long Coffee Table MINT
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Light American Walnut Giant 9.5' Long Floating top Coffee Table MINT.
Walnut
Unique One-Off T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Secretary Cabinet by ‘t Woonhuys, 1955
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 't Woonhuys
Located in Dronten, NL
A remarkable and unique one-off secretary cabinet designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and custom-produced by ‘t Woonhuys in 1955. This exceptional piece exemplifies the designer’s mas...
Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Cerused Walnut Side Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern occasional table was designed by the illustrious T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings for the Widdicomb Co. in the United States circa 1950. Executed in a beautifu...
Walnut
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
Mid-Century Walnut Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Circa 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century walnut desk with a top squared on the left over a set of four drawers in graduated heights with wooden bar drawer pulls, and rounded on the right, supported by a...
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker Rare Coffee Table Mid Century Modern 54x24x16h
By Baker Furniture Company, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Coffee Table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Baker Furniture Company, American, circa 1950s. Inspired by Greek Classical furniture, Gibbings designed this brief line ...
Wood
Pair of Rectangle Light Walnut Klismos End Side Tables by Gibings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Rectangle Light Walnut Klismos End Side Tables by Gibings for Widdicomb MINT!
Walnut