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American of Martinsville Vintage Pair of Block Front Mid Century Modern Nightstands c. 1960s
Vendor:American of MartinsvilleRegular price $1,775.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Dresser Brutalist Highboy c. 1960s
Vendor:American of MartinsvilleRegular price $1,775.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
American of Martinsville 4 Piece Vintage Mid Century Modern Bedroom Set c. 1960s
Vendor:American of MartinsvilleRegular price $4,975.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Vintage Mid Century Modern 9 Drawer Lowboy Walnut Dresser c. 1960s
Vendor:OtherRegular price $1,975.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Kent Coffey Elegante Vintage Mid Century Modern 4 Piece Bedroom Set c. 1960s
Vendor:Kent CoffeyRegular price $4,995.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
American of Martinsville 7 Piece Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist Bedroom Set c. 1960s
Vendor:American of MartinsvilleRegular price $7,995.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Kent Coffey Elegante Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Nightstands c. 1960s
Vendor:Kent CoffeyRegular price $1,675.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Kent Coffey Elegante Vintage Mid Centurt Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
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American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist Armoire c. 1960s
Vendor:American of MartinsvilleRegular price $2,695.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Geometric Base Vintage Mid Century Modern Lowboy Dresser or Credenza c. 1960s
Vendor:OtherRegular price From $1,775.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Unagusta Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculpted Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
Vendor:UnagustaRegular price $1,775.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Drexel Modern Line Vintage Mid Century Modern 10 Drawer Dresser c. 1960s
Vendor:Drexel FurnitureRegular price $2,175.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Lane Staccato Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser c. 1970s
Vendor:LaneRegular price $2,375.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Stanley Vintage Mid Century Modern 9 Drawer Lowboy Walnut Dresser c. 1960s
Vendor:Stanley FurnitureRegular price $1,995.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Vintage Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Dresser c. 1950s
Vendor:Drexel FurnitureRegular price $1,975.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Tobago Furniture Brutalist Mid Century Modern Oak and Rosewood Lowboy Dresser c. 1970s
Vendor:TobagoRegular price $2,475.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per
Mid Century Modern Dressers & Nightstands
Looking for a mid century modern dresser for sale? Browse our collection below. Our extensive collection of vintage mid-century modern dressers, nightstands, and bedroom storage represents the finest examples from America's golden age of furniture design. Featuring iconic pieces from Lane, Broyhill, Kent Coffey, American of Martinsville, and other celebrated manufacturers, each piece combines sculptural beauty with generous storage—making them essential anchors for any bedroom.
Why Collect Vintage Dressers & Nightstands
Mid-century modern dressers and nightstands are among the most sought-after furniture forms of the 20th century. Their combination of generous storage capacity, warm wood tones, and distinctive design details makes them essential pieces for both bedroom furnishing and interior styling. A long nine-drawer dresser from this era serves as much more than storage—it's a dramatic design statement that anchors the entire room.
What makes vintage bedroom furniture particularly compelling is the extraordinary range of design innovation it represents. American manufacturers invested heavily in distinctive decorative treatments—Lane's celebrated dovetail inlay, Broyhill Brasilia's sculpted arches, Kent Coffey Perspecta's rosewood panels, Bassett Mayan's carved geometric motifs—that gave their dressers and nightstands genuine artistic character. These decorative details, combined with solid hardwood construction and dovetail joinery, produced furniture that has endured beautifully for over half a century.
Beyond the bedroom, vintage dressers serve beautifully as entryway pieces, living room storage, media consoles, and dining room servers. Their versatility, combined with timeless design and build quality, makes them some of the most practical and rewarding pieces to collect.
“A great vintage dresser is the backbone of any bedroom design. Nothing else delivers the same combination of storage, sculptural presence, and warm mid-century character—it's the piece that sets the tone for the entire space.
— Mod City Mad
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Long Dressers
The nine-drawer long dresser is the crown jewel of mid-century bedroom furniture. Featuring dramatic facades with collection-specific decorative details, these substantial pieces offer generous storage and commanding visual presence. Ideal as bedroom anchors or repurposed as living room consoles. Values range from $600–$4,000+.
Highboy Chests
Tall chests and highboy dressers provide maximum storage in a compact footprint. Featuring the same decorative treatments as their long dresser counterparts, highboys are perfect for smaller bedrooms or as complementary pieces in larger suites. Values range from $400–$2,500.
Nightstands
Mid-century nightstands carry collection-specific design details in a bedside format. From Lane Acclaim's dovetail inlay to Broyhill Brasilia's sculpted doors, nightstands offer an accessible entry point for building a coordinated vintage bedroom. Sold individually and in pairs. Values range from $300–$1,500 per pair.
Armoires & Gentlemen's Chests
Larger storage pieces including armoires and gentlemen's chests combine drawer storage with cabinet space, offering versatile organization. These substantial pieces feature the same quality construction and design character as other bedroom pieces. Values range from $500–$3,000+.
Buying Guide
When selecting vintage dressers and nightstands, consider both the piece's intended function and the room's dimensions. Long dressers typically measure 60–72 inches wide and require substantial wall space. Highboy chests offer vertical storage in a narrower footprint. For coordinated bedrooms, matching nightstand pairs and dresser sets from the same collection create a cohesive look, though mixing collections can produce equally striking results.
Condition evaluation should focus on drawer operation, structural integrity, and surface quality. All drawers should slide smoothly on their tracks without sticking or binding. Check for dovetail joint integrity, level stance, and examine decorative elements for completeness. Veneer condition, finish integrity, and hardware originality all influence value.
Our pieces are sold as-is in their authentic vintage condition. For collectors seeking restored examples, we offer optional professional restoration through our in-house workshop. All pieces ship worldwide with insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What brands of vintage dressers do you carry?
We carry dressers and nightstands from Lane (Acclaim, Staccato, First Edition, Pueblo), Broyhill (Brasilia), Kent Coffey (Perspecta), Bassett (Mayan), American of Martinsville, United Furniture, Drexel, and many other quality mid-century manufacturers. Each offers distinctive design character and solid construction.
Can I use a vintage dresser as a TV console or entryway piece?
Vintage long dressers make excellent TV consoles, entryway pieces, and living room storage. Their generous width, low profile, and warm wood tones complement virtually any interior. Many collectors specifically seek dressers for these alternative uses.
What is the typical price range for vintage dressers?
Nightstands range from $300–$1,500 per pair. Highboy chests range from $400–$2,500. Long dressers from iconic collections command $600–$4,000+. Armoires and gentlemen's chests range from $500–$3,000+. Condition, brand, and collection significantly influence pricing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dressers & Nightstands
What should I look for in a vintage mid-century modern dresser?
The most important factors when evaluating a vintage MCM dresser are structural integrity, drawer functionality, and surface condition. Start by pulling every drawer: they should slide smoothly without binding, the drawer bottoms should be intact, and the dovetail joints at the corners should be tight and unbroken. Check the top surface for veneer delamination—look for bubbling, lifting edges, or areas where the veneer has separated from the substrate. Minor surface scratches and worn finish are normal for a 60-year-old piece and can be addressed with restoration. Verify that all original hardware is present—missing pulls or handles may be replaceable but require research to source period-accurate replacements.
What is the difference between a dresser, lowboy, and highboy?
In mid-century modern furniture terminology, these terms refer to different configurations of drawer storage: A dresser (or lowboy) is a wide, horizontal case piece typically featuring 6 drawers in two or three rows, usually 32–36 inches tall and 54–66 inches wide. A highboy (or tall chest) is a narrow, vertical case piece with drawers stacked in a single column, typically 42–56 inches tall and 36–42 inches wide. A double dresser is an extra-wide lowboy, often 66–72 inches wide with 6–9 drawers. Matching bedroom suites typically include one dresser/lowboy plus one highboy or chest, with a mirror that mounts above the dresser.
What wood was used in vintage MCM dressers?
American black walnut is by far the most common and most prized wood in American mid-century modern dressers. Its rich chocolate-brown tones with golden highlights complemented the interior color palettes of the 1960s perfectly, and it photographs beautifully. Heywood-Wakefield used blonde maple or birch as a deliberate aesthetic contrast. Scandinavian-influenced pieces used teak. Some production pieces used walnut veneer over particleboard—acceptable in quality production furniture of the era—while premium pieces used solid walnut or walnut veneer over solid hardwood substrates. The heaviest, best-built dressers typically combine solid walnut frames and structural elements with matched walnut veneer on the visible flat surfaces.
How do vintage MCM nightstands pair with modern beds?
Vintage mid-century nightstands pair beautifully with both modern and period beds, but bed height is the key consideration. The ideal nightstand surface height is typically 2–4 inches below your mattress top. Most MCM nightstands stand 24–28 inches tall—well-suited to standard-height beds (mattress top at 25–30 inches) but potentially too low for taller platform beds or beds on risers. Measure your mattress height before purchasing vintage nightstands and allow for bedding thickness. Nightstands from a specific MCM bedroom suite will naturally match their companion dresser in wood tone and design, but mixing well-matched individual pieces is common and visually effective.
Can vintage MCM dressers be refinished?
Yes—refinishing is very common for vintage walnut dressers and can restore a worn or faded piece to excellent visual condition. Professional refinishing of a mid-century walnut dresser typically involves light sanding, stain application to match or enhance the original walnut tone, and two to three coats of lacquer or oil finish. It's important to preserve the character of the wood grain through this process—over-sanding or heavy staining can mask the natural beauty that makes walnut pieces valuable. At Mod City Mad, all restored pieces are professionally refinished to preserve and enhance the original wood quality while ensuring they're ready for daily use.
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