American designer Lawrence Peabody imbued his mid-century modern furniture with flair and style. His vintage lounge chairs, side tables and credenzas feature sleek silhouettes and chic curves. At the same time, every piece has an easy and comfortable appeal reflective of a designer known to be humble and pragmatic.
Peabody was born in 1924 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. As a young man, the story goes, he joined the Navy partly because he found the uniforms aesthetically appealing. After World War II, Peabody used the benefits offered by the G.I. Bill to attend the Rhode Island School of Design. There, he studied under Austrian designer Ernst Lichtblau, who introduced Peabody to the Bauhaus style.
After completing his studies in America, Peabody moved to Denmark and attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Here, he met his wife, Bette, who he married in 1952. By 1955, Peabody had moved back to America and settled in Boston, where he created Danish-inspired seating for the Selig furniture company and opened a design firm called Lawrence Peabody & Associates.
One of the firm's earliest designs was a walnut and rattan cradle chair for Richardson Nemschoff, which earned the 1962 International Design Award. Peabody became known for using walnut in his work and drew on Scandinavian modernist influences in his designs.
For the next three decades, Lawrence Peabody & Associates developed an extensive client list that included names like Kohler, Richardson Brothers, Chapman Lamps and Boyd Lighting.
Throughout his life and career, Peabody also developed a love of Haiti and Haitian art. On one trip to Port-Au-Prince, he met and befriended a man named Dewitt Peters, founder of Le Centre d'art, a haven for local artists. Peabody and Dewitt collaborated to promote handcrafted Haitian art and furniture at overseas museums. Peabody even became one of the organization's directors. He eventually purchased a home in Port-Au-Prince and spent much time there later in life.
Today, Craft Associates Furniture holds the license to produce Peabody designs.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Lawrence Peabody seating, tables, storage cabinets and other furniture.
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.75 wide x 21 deep x 29.75 high, with a seat height of 17.25 inches Each captains chair m...
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,595 / set
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Armchairs - Pair
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Armchairs - Pair Each chair measures: 22.25 wide x 21 deep x 29.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair clearance of 27.5 inches ...
Upholstery, Wood
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Captains Chair
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century captains chair This chair measures: 21.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and ...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,675 / item
Peabody Modern Dining Chairs
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody modern white dining chairs for Craft Associates furniture These Lawrence Peabody modern white dining chairs for Craft Associates furniture are expertly handcrafted and upholstered. These Peabody chairs are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates. These chairs are solid maple with each frame hand steamed and bent. The price includes our standard leather or fabric seat. The wood is finished with a beautiful matte lacquer in white. Craft Associates furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product. "The U.S. would profit by the example of the Danes, whose great work in furniture design is the result of combining proficient craftsmanship, fine design and technical skill. The Danes do more than sell arts and crafts in their distinguished work, they sell Denmark." - Lawrence Peabody, 1957 Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Maple, leather or fabric History: Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers). In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle...
Maple
Rare Set of Chairs in Oak, Lawrence Peabody, Richardson Nemschoff, USA, c. 1950s
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Deland, FL
This refined set of four dining chairs by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff captures the effortless elegance and sculptural warmth that defined his 1950s American designs. Cr...
Oak
Pair of Original Vintage Lawrence Peabody Paul McCobb Arm Chairs
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of original vintage Lawrence Peabody arm chairs. Style of Paul McCobb Milo Baughman
Wood
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Arm Chairs - Set of 6
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Arm Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 23.25 wide x 21 deep x 29.75 inches high, with a sea...
Upholstery, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Dining Side Chair P-1709 Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, leather These Lawrence Peabody dining side chairs P-1709 are expertly handcrafted and upholstered. These Peabody chairs are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates. Chairs are solid walnut with each frame hand steamed and bent. The price includes our standard leather seat. Craft Associates furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product. dimensions H: 29.5" (74.93 cm) W: 20.5" (52.07 cm) D: 21" (53.34 cm) Seat Height: 18" (45.72 cm) Seat Width: 18" (45.72 cm) Seat Depth: 17.5" (44.45 cm) "The U.S. would profit by the example of the Danes, whose great work in furniture design is the result of combining proficient craftsmanship, Fine design and technical skill. The Danes do more than sell arts and crafts in their distinguished work, they sell Denmark." - Lawrence Peabody, 1957 history Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer, and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers). In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody Collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle...
Leather, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Pair
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chair - Pair Each chair measures: 23.25 wide x 21 deep x 29.75 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 2...
Upholstery, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Cane Back Dining Chair for Craft Associates
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, Cane, Leather These Lawrence Peabody cane back dining chairs are expertly handcrafted and upholstered. These Peabody chairs are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates®. Chairs are solid walnut with each frame hand steamed and bent. The price includes our standard leather seat. Craft Associates® Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product. dimensions H: 29.5" (74.93cm) W: 23.5" (59.69cm) D: 21" (53.34cm) Seat Height: 18.5" (46.99cm) Seat Width: 19" (48.26cm) Seat Depth: 17.5" (44.45cm) Arm Height: 27.25" (69.22cm) "The U.S. would profit by the example of the Danes, whose great work in furniture design is the result of combining proficient craftsmanship, fine design and technical skill. The Danes do more than sell arts and crafts in their distinguished work, they sell Denmark." - Lawrence Peabody, 1957 history Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer, and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers). In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody Collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle...
Leather, Cane, Walnut
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chair
By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chair These Lawrence Peabody Dining Arm Chairs in walnut for Craft Associates Furniture are expertly hand crafted and u...
Wood, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Dining Chairs for Craft Associates
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody dining chairs for Craft Associates - quick ship. All show samples are in excellent condition. This set includes four side chairs and six armchairs in high grade leat...
Leather, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Dining Chairs P-1708, Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, leather These Lawrence Peabody dining armchairs P-1708 are expertly handcrafted and upholstered. These Peabody chairs are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates®. Chairs are solid walnut with each frame hand steamed and bent. The price includes our standard leather seat. Craft Associates® Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product. dimensions H: 29.5" (74.93cm) W: 23.75" (60.325cm) D: 21" (53.34cm) Seat Height: 18" (45.72cm) Seat Width: 19" (48.26cm) Seat Depth: 17.5" (44.45cm) Arm Height: 27" (68.58cm) "The U.S. would profit by the example of the Danes, whose great work in furniture design is the result of combining proficient craftsmanship, fine design and technical skill. The Danes do more than sell arts and crafts in their distinguished work, they sell Denmark." - Lawrence Peabody, 1957 history Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer, and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers). In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody Collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle...
Leather, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Modern White Dining Chairs for Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody modern white dining chairs for Craft Associates furniture These Lawrence Peabody modern white dining chairs for Craft As...
Maple
$3,200 / set
H 35.83 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs in Solid Oak and Straw 1950s
Located in Meer, VAN
Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs in Solid Oak and Straw, Europe, 1950s. Beautiful and quintessentially mid century chairs in solid oak and straw. Great farmhouse / rural appearance with ...
Straw, Oak
$3,900 / set
H 40 in W 19 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs after Paul McCobb or Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi, Paul McCobb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful and interesting set of dining chairs made by Heywood Wakefield. A very nice minimalistic look created out of solid walnut. Armchairs measure H 40 W 23 D 19. In the sty...
Velvet, Wood
Set of Six Mid-Century Tomlinson Dining Chairs, Walnut
By Tomlinson
Located in Trenton, NJ
This distinguished set of six dining chairs by Tomlinson Furniture Company of High Point, North Carolina represents the finest tradition of American mid-century modern furniture-maki...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Lane Furniture
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Stylish and timeless, this set of four 1960’s Mid-Century Modern walnut dining chairs brings warm organic character to any dining space. Each chair features beautifully sculpted fram...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Set of 6 Midcentury Oak and Rush Chairs, 1950s
Located in Meer, VAN
Set of 6 midcentury oak and rush chairs, Europe, 1950s. This is a beautiful set of 6 chairs in solid oak with rush seats. Honest and straight from the first owner, these chairs are...
Oak
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A unique set of (6) vintage modern dining chairs designed in the style of, "Elliots of Newbury." The set includes four slipper dining chairs and two armchairs. These chairs boast a sculpted cut-out backrest with an angled design that ensures maximum comfort. Sturdy and stylish walnut dining chairs with...
Wood
Pair of Paul McCobb Solid Birch Round Back Barrel Shape Arm Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Paul McCobb Solid Birch Round Back Barrel Shape Arm Chairs
Birch
$9,095 / set
H 46.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Brutalist Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19 wide x 23 deep x 46.5 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Each ...
Upholstery, Resin
$8,400 / set
H 32 in W 23.5 in D 25 in
Lawrence Peadbody for Richardson Nemschoff Lounge Chairs- A Pair
By Lawrence Peabody, Richardson Nemschoff
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Really wonderful and uncommon chairs designed by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff. What we love is the delicate arms and frame in beautifully restored oiled walnut. To compl...
Chenille, Walnut
$6,595 / set
H 27 in W 30 in D 32 in
Yellow Leather Lawrence Peabody for Selig Danish Modern Danish Lounge Chairs
By Folke Ohlsson, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Imagine a pair of iconic Mid-Century Modern masterpieces, whose elegant silhouettes speak to a golden era of Danish design: these are the Number 596 lounge chairs, conceived by the v...
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
Lawrence Peabody Rocking Chair / Milo Baughman
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Chicago, IL
Adorable chair form by Lawrence Peabody. Well constructed. In the style of Danish Modern, Scandinavian design, Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman.
Wood
$640Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 39.5 in W 21.5 in D 18 in
Set of Six American Mid-Century Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Trenton, NJ
A complete set of six American mid-century walnut dining chairs from the 1960s, comprising two armchairs and four matching side chairs. The back design is the defining feature of the...
Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 24 in D 21 in
MCM Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered in Teal - Set of 6
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered in Holly Hunt Teal Suede - Set of 6 We have a beautiful set of 6 Mid Century Modern Lawrence Peabody for C...
Suede, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 29.5 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Pair of 1960's Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Midcentury Chairs Reupholstered
By Richardson Nemschoff, Lawrence Peabody
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff, pair of elegant armchairs. Made from oak and reupholstered in a chic, minimal ivory tweed. Chairs are in good condition, with s...
Wool, Fabric, Oak
Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody mid century walnut dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 16.5 inches All pieces o...
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 29.5 in W 21 in D 19 in
Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff MCM Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Richardson Nemschoff, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff Mid Century walnut dining chairs, set of 6 Each chair measures: 21 wide x 19 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 17.5 inches and an arm...
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 32.25 in W 18.75 in D 21 in
Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Model 300 MCM Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 12
By Nemschoff, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Model 300 mid century walnut dining chairs - set of 12. Each chair measures: 18.75 wide x 21 deep x 32.2...
Walnut, Upholstery
8 Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chairs for Craft Associates
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of eight sculptural dining chairs in a dark walnut finish with two Armchairs and six side chairs all with newly upholstered seats in a cream colored linen styled contract fabri...
Wood
Sold
H 32.5 in W 23.75 in D 23 in
Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century Captains Dining Occasional Chair
By Nemschoff, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff Mid Century captains dining occasional chairs Each chair measures 23.75 wide x 23 deep x 32.5 high with a...
Wood, Upholstery
Set of 8 1960s Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chairs
By Richardson Brothers, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Dallas, TX
2 armchairs and 6 side chairs by Lawrence Peabody in oak, walnut and black vinyl, circa early 1960s. Armchairs measure: 30.25" tall x 18" seat height x 21.5" wide x 19" deep. Armchai...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 30.5 in W 24 in D 21 in
Pair of Modern Sculptural White Velvet Dining Chairs by Lawrence Peabody
By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody, Richardson Nemschoff
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous pair of modern sculptural dining chairs by Lawrence Peabody freshly upholstered in a lush white velvet with walnut colored fra...
Midcentury Set of Lawrence Peabody Dining Chairs
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Designed by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Brothers in solid oak.
Oak
Sold
H 31 in W 23 in D 20 in
Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff Solid Oak Armchairs, circa 1960s
By Lawrence Peabody, Richardson Nemschoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hard to find set of four Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff solid oak arm chairs, circa early 1960s. Period retailer...
Fabric, Oak
Set of Six Bent Plywood Dining Chairs by Lawerence Peabody
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in New York, NY
Rare not often seen form, bent ply backs, solid wood frames, upholstered seats (upholstery shows wear). Sturdy, tight and strong, clean, original condition, designed by underapprecia...
Upholstery, Walnut