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.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Thomasville case pieces, tables, seating and more.
Set of 8 French Provincial Oak Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice set of French provincial dining chairs by Drexel Heritage. The 4 side chairs have cane backs and the two armchairs are fully upholstered in a rich mauve fabric. The ba...
Oak
$1,571Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 42 in W 23 in D 24 in
French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
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 Set of (6) French Provincial Cane Back Dining Chairs by CENTURY...
Cane, Wood
$5,800 / set
H 37.5 in W 22 in D 18 in
Antique French Set of 6 Louis XV Dining Chairs with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant set of 6 French carved walnut dining chairs or side chairs, Louis XV 19th Century with all new upholstery. Stunning floret carvings on back, apron and legs. From Salva Freres...
Upholstery, Walnut
$950 / set
H 34 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style Cane Dining Side Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style Cane Dining Side Chairs with Shapely Cabriol...
Cane, Wood
$2,500 / set
H 42 in W 24 in D 24.5 in
Vintage French Country Louis XV Style Cane Back Painted Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Country Louis XV Style Cane Back Painted Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Lis...
Fabric, Cane, Wood
$7,920 / set
H 36.5 in W 19 in D 22 in
Set of Six Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Cane Back Dining Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming set of six early 20th century French Louis XVI style dining chairs, sourced in Provence. Each chair is hand-crafted in solid hardwood with its original painted finish in a...
Jacquard, Cane, Hardwood, Paint
$6,900 / set
H 38.75 in W 21.5 in D 22.5 in
Early 20th Century French Beechwood and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring refined provincial elegance to a dining room, breakfast room, or kitchen with this set of six antique beechwood cane chairs. Crafted in France circa 1920, each chair features a...
Fabric, Cane, Beech
$1,326Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 44 in W 22 in D 23 in
Vintage French Country Caned Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
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. Set of 6 Vintage French Country Caned Back Flamestitch Fabric...
Cotton, Cane
$3,200 / set
H 38.5 in W 20.25 in D 19 in
Baker Furniture Style French Provincial Louis XV Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid walnut frames, with caned backs and upholster...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
$5,400 / set
H 40.75 in W 19.5 in D 21 in
Six Early 19th Century French Louis XV Style Painted Cane Back Dining Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite and rare set of six early 19th-century French dining chairs crafted in the Grand Louis XV style and sourced directly from Provence, France. Masterfully hand-carved from ...
Linen, Paint, Wood, Cane
Set of 6 Reupholstered Mahogany Carved Rose Back Dining Chairs
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 6 Reupholstered Mahogany Carved Rose Back Dining Chairs. Reupholstered in an abstract luxurious gold velvet by Manuel Canovas from Colef...
Fabric, Wood
Set of 6 Reupholstered Drexel Passage Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 6 Drexel Passage dining chairs, 4 side chairs and 2 armchairs included. These are recently reupholstered by Copley Upholstery in a high-end JF Fa...
Fabric, Velvet, Cane, Wood
Pair of Early Victorian John Henry Belter Style Side Chairs
By John Henry Belter
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of early Victorian side chairs in the style of John Henry Belter. These chairs are very unique and hold a pretty nice fabric, it does not seem like there are any stains or rips....
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 6 Reupholstered Italian Avant Garde Dining Armchairs
By Pietro Costantini
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 6 Italian Avant Garde Dining Armchairs by Pietro Costantini. These chairs have been reupholstered in JF Fabrics “Woolish” fabric by our upholstery shop in Medina, Ohio. It is ...
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer
Set of 6 MCM Cane Back Dining Chairs by Drexel
Located in Medina, OH
Set of (6) timeless cane back dining chairs for Drexel Heritage Furniture. These chairs feature a walnut frame and red and gold patterned chenille fabric. These are the perfect def...
Fabric, Walnut
Set of 10 Reupholstered Italian Avant Garde Dining Armchairs
By Pietro Costantini
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 10 Italian Avant Garde Dining Armchairs by Pietro Costantini. These chairs are reupholstered in JF Fabrics “Woolish” fabric. It is a soft velvet with a faux wool look, finishe...
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer
