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.
Founders Mid Century Walnut Mirror
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Founders Mid Century Walnut Mirror This mirror measures: 21.5 wide x 1 deep x 46.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting ...
Mirror, Walnut
Mid Century Danish Teak Mirror
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Teak Mirror This mirror measures: 23.75 wide x 1 deep x 46.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. W...
Mirror, Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Mirror
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Teak Mirror This mirror measures: 23.75 wide x 1 deep x 46.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. W...
Mirror, Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Mid Century Rosewood Mirror
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Wahl Iversen Mid Century Rosewood Mirror This mirror measures: 23.25 wide x 1 deep x 41.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be...
Mirror, Rosewood
Mid Century Danish Rosewood Mirror
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Rosewood Mirror This mirror measures: 17.25 wide x 0.75 deep x 23.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition. T...
Mirror, Rosewood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Wall Mirror
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Wall Mirror This mirror measures: 23.5 wide x 3.5 deep x 29.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show ...
Mirror, Mahogany
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Wood Mirror by Stanley Furniture
Located in Seattle, WA
This mid-century modern mirror by Stanley exemplifies the era’s signature blend of simplicity, functionality, and natural beauty, showcasing a rectangular design with a substantial, ...
Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern walnut wall mirror Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern mirror. It is not signed. It has a walnut frame with some mild scratches. It is in good condition for...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern mirror with a dark walnut frame. Sleek design with a rectangular shape and bevelled edges. This stylish midcentury piece looks great as a wall mirror or at...
Mirror, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Wall Mirror with Walnut Accent Panel
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern mirror features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, unique walnut accent at the bottom, and vintage mirrored glass. Dimensions: 30.5w 1.5d 44.25h...
Walnut
Midcentury Rectangle Solid Walnut Frame Mirror American Studio Craft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderful Mid-Century Modern solid walnut american studio craft mirror. Will come with wire, wired to hang vertical. Beautiful vintage condition and great high quality woodworki...
Mirror, Walnut
Large Rectangle Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern rectangle walnut wall mirror.
Walnut
