Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Suite

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Description

Attributed to; John Widdicomb Furniture Co. (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
Period: Circa 1950s
Material: Premium Solid Oak & Oak Veneers
Finish: … Read more Attributed to; John Widdicomb Furniture Co. (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
Period: Circa 1950s
Material: Premium Solid Oak & Oak Veneers
Finish: Amber Blond Satin Lacquer
Suite Overview
An exceptional, architecturally striking mid-century modern bedroom suite. This rare set balances clean-lined post-war modernism with premium, traditional Grand Rapids bench-built construction. The suite includes a matching pair of 8-drawer double lowboy dressers alongside a coordinating single-drawer open shelf commode/nightstand.
Design & Architectural Features
• Inwardly Canted Profile: The cases feature a sophisticated, subtly slanted profile on the side panels, paired with an elegant top case overhang.
• Target Geometrics: Accented by oversized, deeply concave circular wooden target pull handles that provide bold geometric character.
• Floating Stance: Every piece is raised on four robust, deeply recessed tapered peg legs utilizing traditional unthreaded compression wood joinery rather than mass-market metal plates.
• Amber Blond Grain: The premium oak selection boasts a highly pronounced, beautiful open grain flowing across the drawer faces beneath a warm, blond satin finish.
Component Details & Dimensions
1. Twin 8-Drawer Double Lowboy Dressers (Pair)
• Proportions: 64" W × 20" D × 32" H
• Layout: Eight spacious, smooth-gliding drawers configured in a balanced double-column format. Perfect for a dual-vanity layout or side-by-side statement anchoring along a bedroom wall.
• Provenance Note: The rear panel retains the original factory-stamped batch code 425 and a partial vintage paper inspection checklist—explicitly verifying the rigorous "Cabinet, Finishing, Rubbing, and Packing" multi-department artisan workflow unique to the Grand Rapids guild floor.
2. Single-Drawer Open Shelf Commode / Nightstand
• Proportions: 22" W × 16" D × 24" H
• Layout: Features one upper drawer with a matching oversized target knob over an expansive open lower storage shelf, resting on matching recessed peg feet.
Condition Report
vintage condition with age-appropriate wear.
The structural frames are incredibly solid with all original joinery and unthreaded peg stubs completely stable. Drawers glide smoothly as intended. See less