Founded in 1945, Henredon is one of the more recently minted of the top-tier North Carolina furniture makers. Among collectors, Henredon is admired both for its sleek, sexy sofas, dining tables and other furniture of the 1970s and for its partnerships with noted designers, a program that began in the 1950s with decorating icon Dorothy Draper and architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
From the start, Henredon has been best known for its bedroom furniture and vintage case pieces, such as cabinets, dressers, armoires and credenzas. The brand was established in Morganton by former Drexel Furniture Company executives, and its name is a portmanteau term, derived from the first names of three of the company’s founders — T. Henry Wilson, Ralph Edwards and Don VanNoppen. (Sterling Collett, a fourth figure mentioned in Henredon Furniture’s history, chaired the company and served as treasurer).
Though not on the cutting edge stylistically, Henredon’s production — as well as its output under the Heritage-Henredon label — has always kept pace with contemporary tastes.
In 1953, High Point manufacturer Heritage began a collaboration with Dorothy Draper, famed for bravura interior design commissions such as the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco and the Greenbrier resort in West Virginia. Her taste for bold, modernized historical style is reflected in the incised baroque medallions of her España line and the geometric motif of her Viennese furnishings group. In 1955, Henredon launched the Taliesin Ensemble by Wright, named after the architect’s houses in Wisconsin and Arizona. Taliesin dressers and coffee tables are recognizable by their angular shapes and a dentil motif on their edges. In those years, Henredon had a cross-licensing agreement with Heritage, and Draper and Wright's furniture is usually labeled Heritage-Henredon.
In later decades, Henredon produced collections for such designers as Ralph Lauren and Laura Ashley. The company took a stylish turn in the 1970s, fabricating new and unusual forms like mirrored room dividers and console tables with rounded corners and burl-wood veneers. Such pieces are priced in the $3,000 to $4,000 range, as are chests of drawers by Draper. Wright furniture tends toward the higher end, priced around $7,000. Henredon was an aesthetically diverse maker, but its furniture commands attention and makes a statement in any eclectic decor.
The vintage Henredon furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes bedroom furniture, coffee tables, chairs and other pieces.
Country English Provincial Round Fruitwood Farmhouse Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming 19th century country English provincial farmhouse dining table crafted from fruitwood. The round table features a large pull-out work table measuring 22 inches wide by 26 in...
Fruitwood
Country French Provincial Oak Farmhouse Double Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing country French provincial dining table crafted from oak. The massive table features a 3.5 inch thick top board having round demilune ends. The large timbers are conjoined with numerous butterfly joints visible from the top. The boards have a rustic, old world hand-hewn finish in a primitive aesthetic. The top is supported by a pair of monumental baluster formed turned legs ending with 10 inch wide cross shoe feet. The table is very heavy and solid with excellent joinery and craftsmanship. The design is in a refectory or monastery table style. The carved oak has a rich, dark smooth finish that showcases the woodgrain patterns and old world style of craftsmanship. Unique design with a handsome profile made on a large grand scale. Erin Lane Estate specializes in rare, large farm tables with over 100 in stock ready to ship from our warehouse in CA. We are a 1stdibs partner and diamond seller...
Oak
Country Italian Round Oak Parquetry Top Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive country Italian round oak dining table or center table featuring a parquetry inlay top. The thick circular top showcases traditional marquetry techniques with intricate g...
Hardwood, Oak
$4,832
H 29.53 in W 53.15 in D 53.15 in
Jas Shoolbred. An Arts & Crafts round oak dining table with square tapering legs
By Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in London, GB
Jas Shoolbred London. An Arts and Crafts round oak dining table with square tapering legs united by a cross stretcher. Jas Shoolb...
Oak
19th Century Pale Oak Oval Dining Table
Located in Billingshurst, GB
19th Century Pale Oak Oval Dining Table with side drawer and tapered legs. Plenty of leg room and good patination. Apron height 24.5"
Oak
$4,370
H 29 in W 54.38 in D 53.5 in
19th Century Country French Provincial Fruitwood Off-Round Farmhouse Table
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming rustic early 19th-century French Provincial kitchen table or large console, sourced from Provence, France. Beautifully hand-crafted from solid fruitwood, it features an of...
Fruitwood
$7,200
H 30 in W 77.75 in D 26.5 in
19th Century French Provincial Oak Farmhouse Dining Table with Tapered Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century French farmhouse table is crafted in solid oak and presents the honest, time-softened character that makes provincial pieces so enduring. The rectangular top is com...
Oak
6ft Round Parquet Oak Drop Leaf Dining Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This vintage parquet oak, drop leaf dining table is both beautiful and functional in so many ways. This grand table features a large round drop leaf top that is supported by a gate ...
Oak
$4,544Sale Price|30% Off
H 28.94 in W 39.38 in D 63 in
Mid 20th Century Carved Marquetered Country French Provincial Oak Dining Table
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Mid 20th century country french provincial oak dining table in the style of Jean-Charles Moreux. Circa 1940 The table featur...
Oak
Henredon Biedermeier-Style Extending Dining Table
By Henredon
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the Biedermeier style, this 20th Century octagonal extending table was made by Henredon. It is fruitwood and oak with brass mounting and two pedestal legs. It comes fitte...
Brass
Henredon Style French Regency Teak Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Regency Louis XVI style carved teak extension dining table In the manner of Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 54.5"W x 45.25"D x 29.25"H. Extends up to 102...
Teak
Guy Chaddock English Country Rustic Oak Pedestal Extension Dining Table
By Guy Chaddock
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Country or Rustic European style pedestal extension dining table By Guy Chaddock & Co. USA, Late 20th Century Carved oak, with gorgeous patchwork parquet to...
Oak
Kindel Furniture French Country Oak Farmhouse Harvest Dining Table, Refinished
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country or French Provincial style farmhouse harvest dining table By Kindel Furniture USA, Mid-20th Century Solid oak slab top, with turned solid oak legs....
Oak
Henredon Style French Regency Louis XVI Walnut Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Regency Louis XVI style carved walnut extension dining table In the manner of Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 42"W x 42"D x 29"H. Extends up to 78"W with...
Walnut
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Pedestal Extension Dining Table
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn oak pedestal extension dining table By Limbert USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 54"W x 54"D x 29.13"H. Extends up to 76"W with...
Oak
Limbert Antique Oak Arts & Crafts Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn oak pedestal extension dining table By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 54"W x 54"D x 28.5"H. Extends u...
Oak
