Tomlinson Cabinets
American
Pay a visit to the town of High Point, North Carolina — long the capital of American-made furniture — and, from nearly any location in the city, you’ll see a tall smokestack bearing the name Tomlinson. It’s a name with deep roots there: In 1901, Sidney Halstead Tomlinson, Sr., and his brother founded the Tomlinson Chair Manufacturing Co., producing adaptations of 19th-century European antiques for an enthusiastic American audience. Later the Tomlinson Furniture Company grew rapidly over the ensuing decades, becoming a significant contributor to High Point’s thriving manufacturing economy.
Although Tomlinson began with a focus on antique-style furniture, by the middle of the century the company had adopted aesthetics from the modern style that was rapidly growing in popularity around the world.
Throughout the 1950s and 60s, Tomlinson Furniture produced coffee tables, storage cabinets and seating in the low-slung, sleek silhouettes that were typically characteristic of what we now know as mid-century modern designs.
Working with designers like John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, the company experimented with materials like woven cane and unique styles such as neoclassical lounge chairs in cherrywood that were seen as thoughtful modern interpretations of Biedermeier furniture.
During the mid-1950s, Tomlinson Furniture introduced its dramatic and decorative Sophisticate line, a collection of case pieces, seating, tables and more, available in a variety of woods. Today, designs that originated in the collection, such as its pecan-framed chairs with seats and backs of woven leather straps, are increasingly sought after by collectors.
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Creator: Tomlinson
Magnificent Tomlinson "Sophisticate" 2 Piece Credenza Buffet Hutch Mid-Century
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous "Sophisticate" credenza hutch designed for the Tomlinson "Sophisticate" Collection, by John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder. This wonderful storage piece comes in two parts, t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Cabinets
Materials
Brass
TOMLINSON 1960's Neoclassical Console Cabinet
By Tomlinson
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Neoclassical style console cabinet by Tomlinson Furniture. Walnut with their Tokay finish, slight distressing and brass hardware. Features cabinet with two bi-fold doors revealing ...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Tomlinson Cabinets
Materials
Brass
TOMLINSON 1960's Neoclassical Console Cabinet with Carved Arch Bookcase
By Tomlinson
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Neoclassical style console cabinet with arched bookcase top by Tomlinson Furniture. Walnut with their Tokay finish, slight distressing and brass hardwa...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Tomlinson Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Tomlinson Mid Century Display Cabinet, Pair
By Tomlinson
Located in Countryside, IL
Tomlinson mid century Display cabinet - pair
Each cabinet measures: 34 wide x 16 deep x 78 inches high
All pieces of furniture ca...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood, Burl
Pair of Burl Wood, Brass and Glass Showcase Curio Cabinets
By Tomlinson
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of china vitrine cabinets by Tomlinson are an excellent example of their timeless quality and design. This rectangular top cabinet features two doors with glass panels and brass...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Cabinets
Materials
Brass
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Tomlinson cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Tomlinson cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Tomlinson cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original cabinets by Tomlinson were created in the neoclassical style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider cabinets by Pulaski Furniture Corporation, Kindel Furniture, and Charles and Ray Eames. Prices for Tomlinson cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $695 and can go as high as $12,995, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,473.