Century Furniture

Known for its durable vintage display cabinets, nightstands and dressers made of cherry, oak, walnut and more, Century Furniture of Hickory, North Carolina, began as an upholstered goods company in 1947 but added case goods and sophisticated mahogany dining-room furnishings shortly thereafter.

Launched by Harley Ferguson Shuford Sr., a Hickory native who was born to a family of textile mill owners, Century Furniture was intended to be “the best furniture company in the world.” With respect to speed and efficiency, the brand found its footing midway through production on a government contract that Shuford had secured in the early days to manufacture thousands of five-drawer chests. The effort was significant, but it was also a teachable moment as far as Shuford and his team’s learning the ropes of running a factory.

After hiring designer Raymond K. Sobota in 1950 and introducing the enormously popular Citation Collection in 1954, Century established its reputation as a leader in stylishly designed high-quality furniture. Sobota had furniture in his blood — after graduating from Kendall College of Art & Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he worked for his uncle Karl Schmidt, who was at the time a well-known furniture designer for Berkey and Gay and other makers in the Grand Rapids area, then known as America’s furniture capital. Sobota soon launched his own studio, designing furniture as a freelancer for various local manufacturers. Shuford found him by happenstance, journeying to Michigan’s second-largest city to offer a job to another designer who turned him down but recommended Sobota instead.

Century’s Citation line — a sizable collection for the brand that spanned furnishings for the bedroom, dining room and more — is revered in the world of vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors. The pieces sold very well during the 1950s, and the line is an oft-cited success story for Sobota, who would go on to win awards for his work and whose own catalogue of designs for the brand is massive.

In his 40-year career at Century, until he retired in 1995, he designed well over 100 furniture lines. Sobota’s nightstands, cabinets, side tables and more are characterized by his interest in Asian design, distinctly and brilliantly expressed in his Hollywood Regency–style Chin Hua line, which debuted during the 1970s. With its geometrically decorative brass drawer pulls and door handles as well as dining-chair seat-back carvings — all inspired by Asian motifs — this collection has rendered vintage pieces that saw Century’s craftsmen working with alluring ebonized walnut and more, some of the company’s most sought-after work today.

Also in the 1970s as well as in the 1980s, Manhattan interior designer Jay Spectre introduced an Art Deco–informed spirit at Century Furniture, creating oversize, inviting lounge chairs and bentwood benches that featured plush tufted leather cushions. Spectre’s Eclipse collection was at one point among the largest-selling lines for the brand.

Century licensed collections with celebrity interior designers such as Thomas O’Brien, Charlotte Moss and Bunny Williams among others. In 2013, when Alex Shuford III was named president of Century Furniture, the move marked the succession of the third generation to lead this company, which is today one of the world’s largest privately held manufacturers of high-end furniture.

Find Century Furniture lounge chairs and dining chairs as well as vintage mid-century modern credenzas, dressers and more on 1stDibs.

Creator: Century Furniture

Alexandre II Dresser - Swedish Scraped Bone

$8,250

Alexandre II Dresser - Swedish Scraped Bone

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Swedish 6-drawer double dresser, known for its clean lines and practical design, reflects the influence of Gustavian style, which emerged in the late 18th Century during the reig...

Category

2010s Gustavian Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Pine

Pair of Century Furniture Cos Barrel Back Chairs with Walnut Legs and Casters

$2,750 / set

Pair of Century Furniture Cos Barrel Back Chairs with Walnut Legs and Casters

By Century Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Great pair of barrel chairs in a very cool batik fabric. These chairs are classic lounge chairs with generous proportions and walnut legs with casters.

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Sainte Martin Mirror - Noir

$3,990

Sainte Martin Mirror - Noir

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The 19th-century inspired ebonized Dutch Baroque-style mirror frame, featuring multiple paneled mirrors, reflects the elaborate and ornate characteristics of the Baroque period, whic...

Category

2010s Baroque Century Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Beech

Chinoiserie Chin Hua Ebonized Dining Set by Raymond K. Sobota, 8 Piece Set

$2,995 / set

Chinoiserie Chin Hua Ebonized Dining Set by Raymond K. Sobota, 8 Piece Set

By Raymond K. Sobota, Century Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Chin Hua Ebonized Dining Set By Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture - 8 Piece Set This gorgeous Asian Style dining set...

Category

1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Maple, Burl

Jay Spectre for Century Oak and Chrome Media Cabinet

$550Sale Price|35% Off

Jay Spectre for Century Oak and Chrome Media Cabinet

By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre

Located in Astoria, NY

Jay Spectre for Century Oak and Chrome Media Cabinet, with power strip, three drawers, and metal plaque label to drawer interior. 82.5" H x 33.25" W x 22" D. Provenance: From an U...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Century Ebonized Pair of Pagoda End Tables with A Burl Top Chin Hua Collection

$1,687Sale Price / set|25% Off

Century Ebonized Pair of Pagoda End Tables with A Burl Top Chin Hua Collection

By Century Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking pair of side tables from Century Furniture’s iconic Chin Hua Collection, designed by Raymond K. Sobota. These square tables feature an elegant pagoda-inspired silhouette w...

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Century Furniture

Materials

Burl

Vincent Credenza - Italian Painted

$5,997

Vincent Credenza - Italian Painted

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Italian two-door buffet, inspired by 19th-century designs, showcases a blend of traditional and contemporary elements, reflecting Italy's rich history of craftsmanship and design...

Category

2010s Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Asian Ming Style Rosewood Upholstered Bench

$735Sale Price|30% Off

Asian Ming Style Rosewood Upholstered Bench

By Century Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

An Asian influenced bench by top-quality furniture maker Century Furniture, from their "Chin Hua" line designed by Raymond K Sobota. Clear lacquered hardwood in a classic Ming design...

Category

Late 20th Century American Ming Century Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Century Furniture Black Lacquer and Brass Ming Style Console

$2,900

Century Furniture Black Lacquer and Brass Ming Style Console

By Century Furniture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This console table was made in the Ming style. The table resembles an altar table. It's lacquered in Black and has beautiful brass pulls, There are 2 drawers for storage.

Category

Late 20th Century American Ming Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Century Furniture French Country Three Door Credenza

$2,265

Century Furniture French Country Three Door Credenza

By Century Furniture

Located in West Chester, PA

Century Furniture French Country Three Door Credenza featuring four dovetailed pocket drawers inside the left cabinet and undivided cabinet space inside the right doors with one long...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Louis Philippe Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Faux Bois Carved Wood Armchairs Century Furniture Company

$795 / set

Faux Bois Carved Wood Armchairs Century Furniture Company

By Century Furniture

Located in Rochester, NY

A pair of pale whitewashed faux bois carved wood armchairs with beautifully aged original surface color. Signed Century Furniture Company. Circa 1970. Look at all pictures and read c...

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Fabric

1960s Faux Bamboo Lounge Chairs Century Furniture Hickory NC

$2,750 / set

1960s Faux Bamboo Lounge Chairs Century Furniture Hickory NC

By Century Furniture

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s Faux Bamboo Lounge Chairs Century Furniture Chair Company Hickory NC Retains original label 30 h x 26.6 w x 29.5 d x seat 19, armrest 23 Please note restoration option: chairs...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Faux Bamboo

Vintage Oriental Ming Style Ebonized Horseshoe Lounge Chairs by Century (B) Pair

$1,700 / set

Vintage Oriental Ming Style Ebonized Horseshoe Lounge Chairs by Century (B) Pair

By Century Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Oriental Ming Style Ebonized Black Lacquer Horseshoe Lounge Chairs by Century...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Directoire Style Brass Mounted 3 Drawer Commode By Century

$2,750

Neoclassical Directoire Style Brass Mounted 3 Drawer Commode By Century

By Century Furniture

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 32 1/2 in W: 41 1/2 in D: 18 1/4 in This refined Neoclassical Directoire style three-drawer commode by Century Furniture is an elegant fusion of classical French de...

Category

20th Century Directoire Century Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Custom Cerused Oak Armoire by Jay Spectre, Modern Design, USA, 1980s

$6,800

Custom Cerused Oak Armoire by Jay Spectre, Modern Design, USA, 1980s

By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Custom Finished, Cerused Oak wardrobe by Jay Spectre for Century Furniture. Wardrobe features 2 large bottom drawers and doors open to reveal a series of cubicles and smaller drawers...

Category

20th Century American Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT

$7,500 / set

Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT

By Milo Baughman, Century Furniture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Burl

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode

$2,795

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Century Furniture

Materials

Brass

1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Century Furniture, Wood & Cane

$3,750

1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Century Furniture, Wood & Cane

By Century Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sideboard storage cabinet you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode

$2,795

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Century Furniture

Materials

Brass

Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Commode

$2,395 / item

Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Commode

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie commode or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Red lacquered wood, with original Asian-inspired bras...

Category

1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Brass

Petite Pontchartrain Accent Table - Light

$1,797

Petite Pontchartrain Accent Table - Light

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

The contemporary Honed Michigan stone cone base accent table reflects a modern minimalist design ethos, characterized by its simple geometric form and use of luxurious materials. Thi...

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Stone

Jay Spectre "DeLanay" Round Chrome and Glass Table

$4,500

Jay Spectre "DeLanay" Round Chrome and Glass Table

By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Jay Spectre "DeLanay" Glass and Chrome Side Table. In beautiful Condition. Couldn't an example of this table anywhere besides in an Ad! Updated Deco feel with a beautiful Etched G...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Montmartre Console Table - Iron & Brass Knot

$3,990

Montmartre Console Table - Iron & Brass Knot

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The contemporary neoclassical console with a honed limestone top and brass knot detail embodies the enduring influence of neoclassical design, which originated in the 18th century an...

Category

2010s Century Furniture

Materials

Limestone, Metal, Brass, Iron

Set of Six Chinese Chippendale Garden Dining Chairs by Richard Frinier

$7,800 / set

Set of Six Chinese Chippendale Garden Dining Chairs by Richard Frinier

By Richard Frinier, Century Furniture

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic and rare set of six garden dining armchairs designed by Richard Frinier for Century Furniture early 21st century. Crafted from heavy wrought aluminum featuring a stylish Chi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Chippendale Century Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

1980s Pair of Century Furniture Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Armchairs

$2,350 / set

1980s Pair of Century Furniture Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Armchairs

By Century Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Introducing a pair of elegant 1980s Century Furniture Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Armchairs. Crafted with precision and timeless style, the...

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Century Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Dining Table

$4,995

Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Dining Table

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie extension dining table By Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Burl wood top with parquet design, with...

Category

1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Burl, Lacquer

Century Mid Century Burlwood Brass and Glass Dining Table

$4,847 / set

Century Mid Century Burlwood Brass and Glass Dining Table

By Century Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Century mid-century burlwood brass and glass dining table. This table measures: 60 wide x 40 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches, e...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Rococo Mirror - French Painted Blanc

$3,297

Italian Rococo Mirror - French Painted Blanc

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The 18th-century inspired Italian Rococo mirror exemplifies the exuberant and ornate style of the Rococo period, which emerged in early 18th-century France and spread throughout Euro...

Category

2010s American Rococo Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Petite Lutetia Console Table - Swedish Rubbed White

$2,250

Petite Lutetia Console Table - Swedish Rubbed White

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Petite Lutetia Console Table is inspired by 18th-century Swedish furniture designs and reflects the refined elegance of the Gustavian style that flourished during the reign of Ki...

Category

2010s Gustavian Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Beech, Maple

Grande Fountainebleau Bibliotheque - Swedish Aged Slate

$23,997

Grande Fountainebleau Bibliotheque - Swedish Aged Slate

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

Inspired by a 19th-century French bibliothèque with neoclassical dental molding cornice and raised panel doors exemplifies the neoclassical revival that occurred in European furnitur...

Category

2010s American Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Lucca I 96" Dining Table - Wood Top

$7,950

Lucca I 96" Dining Table - Wood Top

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The 18th-century inspired Italian trestle based table showcases the rustic charm and practical design typical of Italian furniture from this period, often used in monastic settings o...

Category

2010s Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak, Poplar

Saint Laurent Lounge Chair

$8,397

Saint Laurent Lounge Chair

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

Immerse yourself in Mid-Century Italian luxury with our lounge chair and ottoman. The one piece seat and back are constructed of top-grain leather shaped into an ergonomic scoop for ...

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Century Furniture Asian Ming Style Tall Red Lacquer Lighted Dry Bar Cabinet

$1,850

Century Furniture Asian Ming Style Tall Red Lacquer Lighted Dry Bar Cabinet

By Century Furniture

Located in West Chester, PA

A rare Ming style tall lighted bar cabinet by Century Furniture of Distinction. Upper bifold doors open to reveal a mirrored back with three a...

Category

Late 20th Century American Ming Century Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Florence Floor Mirror

$6,597

Florence Floor Mirror

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The gilded iron-framed Italian mirror with brass rosettes, holding multiple antiqued mirror panes, reflects the rich tradition of Italian craftsmanship and design. This mirror draws ...

Category

2010s American Century Furniture

Materials

Iron

Century Furniture Leather Wingback Club Chair

$3,375Sale Price|25% Off

Century Furniture Leather Wingback Club Chair

By Century Furniture

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Fantabulous Century Furniture Leather & Suede Wingback Club Chair...

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Suede

Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair

$1,871Sale Price / set|25% Off

Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair

By Century Furniture

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details Below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can usually ship it for less and get it to you faster. Click on "Ask The Seller" and send us your zip code for a quote. Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Pair of very comfortable Century Furniture Co...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Grande Fountainebleau Bibliotheque - Swedish Aged Cream

$23,997

Grande Fountainebleau Bibliotheque - Swedish Aged Cream

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

Inspired by a 19th-century French bibliothèque with neoclassical dental molding cornice and raised panel doors exemplifies the neoclassical revival that occurred in European furnitur...

Category

2010s American Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid-century Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company

$900 / set

Mid-century Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company

By Century Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of horseshoe armchairs with "scrubbed white" finish by the Century Chair Company, 1987. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

Category

1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Louis XV Caned Armchairs by Century Chair Co

$2,771Sale Price / set|25% Off

Louis XV Caned Armchairs by Century Chair Co

By Century Furniture

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Category

1990s Louis XV Century Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

Century Furniture Mid Century Burlwood and Glass Expanding Dining Table

$4,447 / set

Century Furniture Mid Century Burlwood and Glass Expanding Dining Table

By Century Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Century Furniture Mid Century Burlwood and Glass Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 60 wide x 40 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 26.5 inch...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Glass, Burl

Century Furniture Chin Hua Collection Horseshoe Arm Chairs

$660Sale Price / set|20% Off

Century Furniture Chin Hua Collection Horseshoe Arm Chairs

By Century Furniture

Located in Stafford, TX

This elegant pair of Horseshoe Arm Chairs comes from the iconic Chin Hua Collection by Century Furniture, originally designed by Raymond K. Sobota. Inspired by classic Chinese Ming d...

Category

1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Century Furniture Chin Hua Nightstands

$2,320Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Century Furniture Chin Hua Nightstands

By Century Furniture

Located in Pasadena, TX

Pair of Century Furniture Chin Hua nightstands Pair of Century Furniture Chin Hua nightstands Pair of Chin Hua nightstands by Century Furniture....

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Jay Spectre Steamer Chaise for Century Furniture in Ivory White Bouclé c. 1990s

$14,400

Jay Spectre Steamer Chaise for Century Furniture in Ivory White Bouclé c. 1990s

By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Art Deco inspired glamour with a great silhouette from all angles, this Jay Spectre Steamer Chaise Lounge also delivers unparalleled First Class co...

Category

1990s American Art Deco Century Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Burl Wood Black Ebonized Border 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza Brass Pulls Mint

$4,800

Burl Wood Black Ebonized Border 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza Brass Pulls Mint

By Century Furniture, Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Burl Wood Black Ebonized Border 9 drawers long dresser credenza brass pulls mint.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Brass

Sainte Honore Large Sofa - Std Back

$12,000

Sainte Honore Large Sofa - Std Back

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Track Arm Sofa is a contemporary piece defined by its clean lines and streamlined silhouette. The tailored track arms lend a modern, minimalist aesthetic, while the refined uphol...

Category

2010s Century Furniture

Materials

Linen, Upholstery

Pair of Walnut and Black Lacquer Chin Hua End Tables with Ming Style Legs

$1,520Sale Price / set|35% Off

Pair of Walnut and Black Lacquer Chin Hua End Tables with Ming Style Legs

By Century Furniture

Located in Pasadena, TX

The tables are raised on four Ming style legs with horse hoofed feet connected to one another through humpbacked stretchers. With its elegant Ming style lines these pieces will be a ...

Category

20th Century American Ming Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Black Leather Jay Spectre Tycoon Lounge Chairs

$18,500 / set

Pair of Black Leather Jay Spectre Tycoon Lounge Chairs

By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre

Located in Dallas, TX

Influenced by the classic Art Deco style, rarely seen or offered are the Tycoon chairs designed by one of the world's premier interior designer Jay Spectre. The Jay Spectre Collectio...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Century Furniture

Materials

Leather

Century Furniture Italian Provincial Venetian Cream Painted Sideboard

$2,795

Century Furniture Italian Provincial Venetian Cream Painted Sideboard

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Italian Provincial Venetian style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved painted walnut, with floral motif, and original hardw...

Category

1980s American French Provincial Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Paint

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dressers or Commodes, Pair

$4,800 / set

Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dressers or Commodes, Pair

By Century Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful pair of Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dressers, chests of drawers, or commodes By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original b...

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Century Furniture

Materials

Brass

Century Furniture Chinoiserie Fretwork Wooden Side Lamp End Tables - a Pair

$695 / set

Century Furniture Chinoiserie Fretwork Wooden Side Lamp End Tables - a Pair

By Century Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Century Furniture Chinoiserie Fretwork Wooden Side Lamp End Tables - a Pair. Items feature carved fretwork corners, lower shelf, ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Sainte Rome Accent Table

$1,650

Sainte Rome Accent Table

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Italian 18th-century inspired side table, featuring faux marble paint, a detailed scalloped skirted base, and hand carved paw feet with hair detailing, exemplifies the elaborate ...

Category

2010s Baroque Century Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Pair of Empire Style Fauteuils with Carved Dolphin Arms by Century, USA

$1,600 / set

Vintage Pair of Empire Style Fauteuils with Carved Dolphin Arms by Century, USA

By Century Furniture

Located in Morristown, NJ

Late 20th c., high quality American made pair of custom upholstered Fruitwood frame armchairs, labeled under seat. This pair of armchairs from Century Furniture Industries in Hickor...

Category

1980s American Empire Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

CENTURY FURNITURE Louis XIII Os de Mouton Armchairs a Pair

$1,271Sale Price / set|25% Off

CENTURY FURNITURE Louis XIII Os de Mouton Armchairs a Pair

By Century Furniture

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and...

Category

1990s Louis XVI Century Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

Petite Parisian Accent Table

$1,125

Petite Parisian Accent Table

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

The gilded iron martini table, inspired by mid-century design, represents a fusion of elegant craftsmanship and modernist simplicity characteristic of the mid-20th century. This peri...

Category

2010s American Century Furniture

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Tara Mirror

$2,895

Tara Mirror

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Italian plaster cartouche oval mirror, inspired by 16thcentury Italian exterior windows, embodies the Renaissance period's architectural and decorative innovations. During this e...

Category

2010s Renaissance Century Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Plaster, Resin

Jay Spectre for Century Furniture Mid Century Eclipse Lounge Chair - Pair

$5,395 / set

Jay Spectre for Century Furniture Mid Century Eclipse Lounge Chair - Pair

By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jay Spectre for Century Furniture Mid Century Eclipse Lounge Chair - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 26 wide x 34 deep x 33.5 high, with a seat height of 24.25 and arm height/chair...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Elegant Restored Pair of Vintage Asian Modern Commodes by Ray Sabota, c 1970

$22,500 / set

Elegant Restored Pair of Vintage Asian Modern Commodes by Ray Sabota, c 1970

By Century Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

An stylish pair of Asian Modern commodes by Ray Sabota for Century Furniture Company, circa 1970. Expertly crafted mahogany case construction with handsome clean lines and detail. Th...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Boho Century “Allison” Swivel Chairs - a Pair

$2,850 / set

Vintage Boho Century “Allison” Swivel Chairs - a Pair

By Century Furniture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add a touch of retro elegance with this pair of Vintage Boho Century 'Allison' Swivel Chairs. These stylish chairs blend a relaxed boho vibe with sleek mid-century design, featuring ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Century Furniture

Materials

Metal

Jean Luc Shield Back Side Chair - Italian Painted Blanc

$3,045

Jean Luc Shield Back Side Chair - Italian Painted Blanc

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

Elevate your dining experience with the exquisite Italian shield back chair. Inspired by classic Renaissance design, this chair boasts a gracefully curved shield-shaped backrest, met...

Category

2010s American Century Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Light Wood Credenza by Century Furniture, 1950s

$2,100

Mid-Century Modern Light Wood Credenza by Century Furniture, 1950s

By Century Furniture

Located in Stamford, CT

Light wood century furniture credenza, sideboard or buffet.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Century Furniture furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Century Furniture furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Century Furniture furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Century Furniture were created in the modern style in united states during the 1980s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Design Institute America, Russell Woodard, and Arthur Umanoff. Prices for Century Furniture furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $800 and can go as high as $800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $800.

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Questions About Century Furniture

Does Century Furniture still exist?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Century Furniture still exists. The brand operates from its corporate headquarters located in Hickory, North Carolina. The company was founded in 1947, and RHF Investments, Inc., acquired the company in 2013. You'll find a range of Century Furniture on 1stDibs.
What is mid century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if furniture is mid century?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What is mid century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What year is mid-century modern furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
What defines mid-century modern furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.