Thomasville Furniture was once a manufacturing giant known for its chic designs and popular licensed collections. Today, every vintage solid wood Thomasville cabinet, dining chair and dining table is a charming piece of American furniture history.
Thomasville was founded in 1904 in the town of Thomasville, North Carolina. The neighboring city of High Point, home to Tomlinson and others, would one day be known as the capital of American-made furniture, while iconic mid-century modern brands Century, Broyhill and Drexel also opened their doors in the so-called “Tar Heel State.”
Thomasville’s initial offerings were limited to one item — the Thomasville chair — and it was known in its early days as the Thomasville Chair Company. People loved Thomasville chairs so much that demand surged for more types of seating and other furnishings. In 1922, there was even a 13-foot replica of the original chair design installed in the town square. Dubbed "The Big Chair," it was rebuilt in 1951 to a height of 30 feet and still serves as the town's most notable landmark.
Thomasville quickly grew and expanded, and was featured in hundreds of retail stores across America. The manufacturer also established Thomasville Home Furnishing stores to carry the company’s products exclusively. In 1995, Thomasville was purchased by Interco Inc.
In 2002, Thomasville unveiled the Humphrey Bogart collection, the first of two highly successful licensed collections. Inspired by the Art Deco movement as well as the Hollywood Regency style, the theatrical line of alluring mahogany chests, mirror-topped nesting tables and other furnishings positioned glamour and sophistication front and center. Upon seeing the collection, Bogart's widow, actress Lauren Bacall, remarked, "They haven't missed a trick."
This was followed in 2004 by the Ernest Hemingway collection, released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the writer's Nobel Prize. The collection, which included sleigh beds, chests, dining tables and more, drew on Chippendale furniture and the French Rococo style. It represented the largest launch in Thomasville's history, boosting the company's sales and brand image.
In 2008, Thomasville introduced a new signature collection in collaboration with designer Darryl Carter. The partnership yielded a line of versatile traditionalist center tables, seating and other pieces with a contemporary twist and saw Carter offering a fresh take on the classic work for which Thomasville is known.
In 2014, Thomasville, then owned by Heritage Home Group, announced the end of operations in its native city.
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$5,995
H 29.5 in W 68.5 in D 45 in
Thomasville Regency Walnut and Burl Wood Pedestal Dining Table, Refinished
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Regency, Italian Provincial, or Neoclassical style double pedestal extension dining table By Thomasville USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous walnut top with burl wood banding...
Walnut, Burl
$6,655
H 29.73 in W 95.67 in D 60.04 in
Large Antique Quality Figured Walnut 10 Seater Wake Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large antique quality figured walnut 10 Seater wake dining table having a large quality figured walnut crossbanded top with 2 oval drop leaves standing on 8 shaped carved cabriole le...
Walnut
1920's French Walnut Dining Table Or Conference Table
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1920's French Baroque style walnut dining or conference table with double baluster base with beautiful carved detail, newly restored it show some wear and patina due to age, ...
Walnut
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.5 in Dm 65 in
Fine Quality Italian Provincial Paquetry Walnut Dining Table W Leaf
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Fine Quality Italian Provincial Parquetry Walnut Dining Table with Leaf is a masterful piece that showcases the artistry and refinement of traditional Italian craftsmanship. The...
Walnut
$11,401
H 31.5 in Dm 51.19 in
19th Century Round Extending Dining Table solid Walnut Bassano Area Wax Polished
By Bassano's Ebanisteria
Located in Vigonza, Padua
An elegant and exceptionally well-constructed 19th-century Italian extending dining table, handcrafted in solid walnut and originating from the historic cabinetmaking tradition of the Bassano area, long celebrated for the quality of its artisanal woodworking. The table is distinguished by its harmonious oval form, warm walnut patina, and beautifully balanced proportions. In its closed configuration, the piece presents a refined circular silhouette, while the integrated extension system transforms it into a generous oval dining table of remarkable versatility. Crafted entirely in solid walnut, with an impressive total weight of approximately 160 kg, the table conveys the material integrity and structural seriousness characteristic of traditional Northern Italian craftsmanship. The richly figured top reveals subtle tonal variations and natural grain movement developed over nearly two centuries. The base is particularly elegant, featuring turned legs connected by shaped cross stretchers, creating a dynamic architectural composition that combines stability with visual lightness. The underside construction and extension mechanism further demonstrate the quality of the original cabinetmaking techniques. The table comes from a historic family villa in Marostica, in the Veneto region, adding an important layer of provenance and authenticity. Since March 2001, it has formed part of the A&MYART Collection, where it has been carefully preserved. Both sculptural and highly functional, this piece is ideally suited for sophisticated interiors seeking authentic Italian character, whether used as a central dining table, entertaining table, or statement piece within a curated design environmen Details Type: Extending Dining Table Period: 19th Century Origin: Bassano area, Italy Provenance: Family villa, Marostica, Italy Collection: A&MYART Collection (since March 2001) Materials: Solid walnut Extension: Central extension system Condition: Good antique condition with wear consistent with age and use Weight: Approx. 160 kg Dimensions Height: 31.5 in (80 cm) Diameter: 51.2 in (130 cm) Extended Length: 67.7 in (172 cm) Collector’s Note Authentic extending walnut dining tables from the Bassano cabinetmaking tradition are increasingly appreciated for their combination of sculptural warmth, practicality, and enduring craftsmanship. The strong architectural base and generous solid walnut construction give this piece a presence rarely found in later reproductions. About Bassano del Grappa: Bassano del Grappa is known for the three great traditions that have made it famous: ceramics, whose productions, linked to the prestigious Antonibon family, are admirable in the Museum of ceramics at Palazzo Sturm; the typography developed between 1600 and 1800 by the Remondini family, an illustrious family of publishers and engravers of the most important Italian printing industry and the cabinet makers who produced furniture for the nearby Venice from the 16th century. The architectural context of Bassano del Grappa is a dive into art: the streets of the center are adorned by the works of authors such as Palladio, Canova, Jacopo Da Ponte...
Walnut
French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Table with Parquetry Top
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Table with Parquetry Top is beautifully proportioned dining table inspired by the refined symmetry of the Louis XVI tradition, and crafted in ric...
Walnut
$18,300 / item
H 31 in W 84 in D 60 in
Dos Gallos Custom Walnut Wood Pedestal Dining Table with Leaves
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous custom pedestal table with two 12 inch leaves. Table measures 60 inches diameter without leaves and 84 inches long with leaves. Can be m...
Walnut
Custom Greta Dining Table made from Walnut
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This super ellipse dining table with a single pedestal is made from walnut and is seen here in 84" x 52", however it can be built in any size. Because each table is bench-made in o...
Walnut
$10,900Sale Price / item|31% Off
H 30 in W 76 in D 46 in
19th C Style Solid Italian TORINO Walnut Table Renaissance Dentil custom size
Located in Encinitas, CA
Our exclusive “TORINO” carved leg table with Renaissance style dentilated detail on the apron and authentic Renaissance style finish - The Italian Art...
Walnut
$5,995
H 30.25 in W 116.5 in D 45 in
Thomasville Chippendale Banded Flame Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table, Refinished
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Chippendale or Georgian style extension dining table By Thomasville USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous book-matched flame mahogany top, with satinwood banding, and carved so...
Mahogany, Satinwood
