Kent-Coffey Commodes and Chests of Drawers
American
Established in 1907 by Finley H. Coffey and Dr. A.A. Kent, a contemporary and competitor of furniture makers John Bernhardt and James Broyhill, the Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company in Lenoir, North Carolina, developed a name for itself by designing and mass-producing durable, affordable and stylish bedroom furniture, dressers, tables and other items.
Consider Kent-Coffey a precursor to IKEA, with sturdy oak and mahogany furniture rather than particleboard structures and an American-design bent rather than a Swedish one. The company's mid-century modern furniture, under the leadership of Finley’s son Harold, took off. A magazine ad from the era for the brand’s Perspecta collection positioned a minimalist bedroom set front and center, with its walnut and rosewood dresser, an elegant nine-drawer piece that rested on tapered legs and featured gorgeous sculptural details carved into its drawer fronts, occupying most of the page’s real estate. The materials for Kent-Coffey furniture were sourced locally, as the company touted its relationship with the Lilly Company in nearby High Points, North Carolina, as a supplier of its mahogany, for example.
In 1964, Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was sold to Magnavox (but reportedly operated as a wholly owned subsidiary thereafter), and later, in 1983, the company became part of the furniture branch of the Singer Company (of the sewing-machine fame). Singer shuttered its furniture division in the late 1990s.
Today, as is the case with most of the sophisticated furniture designed in postwar America, work that originated at Kent-Coffey is hard to come by.
Previously owned walnut headboards and vintage bedroom dressers with Formica tops from the company’s Perspecta line and sandalwood continental dressers, for example, are highly valued by collectors. Kent-Coffey’s various mid-century modern lines — such as Goldenaire and Town House — were always clearly branded with identifiers such as drawer markings or stamps on the underside of its coveted end tables.
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Creator: Kent-Coffey
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kent Coffey Perspecta mid century walnut and rosewood 5 drawer highboy dresser
This dresser measures 40.25 wide x 19.25 deep x 46 inches high
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Kent Coffey Tableau Mid Century Walnut and Brass Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kent Coffey Tableau Mid Century Walnut and Brass Highboy Dresser
This dresser measures: 40 wide x 19 deep x 46.25 inches high.
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Brass
Sculptural Thick Carved Solid Walnut Panels Design 5-Drawer High Chest Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern thick solid walnut sculptural design panels high chest dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kent-Coffey Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Tableau Walnut High Chest
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This Kent Coffey Tableau walnut dresser is a striking example of refined Mid-Century Modern design. Crafted from beautifully grained walnut, it features a sculptural stepped profile,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kent-Coffey Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone High Chest Dresser Kent Coffey
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Compact chest on chest style Mid-Century Modern two-tone horn and dark expresso coffee high chest dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kent-Coffey Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
Sculptural Walnut Mid-Century Modern Long Dresser Credenza
By American of Martinsville, Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Super nice walnut wood pattern Mid-Century Modern long dresser credenza. Beautiful refinished condition.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kent-Coffey Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
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3 Drawer Dresser by Kent Coffey Signature Series
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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Server by Kent Coffey
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern server by Kent Coffey features rich walnut woodgrain, brass and wooden accents, and abundant storage with twelve drawers. The server has six center drawers wi...
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Pair of Mid-Century American Walnut Dressers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of American walnut dressers feature four spacious drawers, carved pulls, and raised rear edges. Slight taper to the sculpted ...
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Kent Coffey French Regency Louis XVI Carved Cherry Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century French Regency Louis XVI style highboy dresser or chest of drawers
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Olive Burl
By Thomasville, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is made in the US, circa 1960s, and is of heirloom quality. The finest hardwoods of walnut and olive ash burl, create a sculptural rhythm that evokes ancient and classical Roman or Greek architecture. Exceptional styling and scale + superior materials and construction = a Mid Century Modern masterwork that fits well in any quality setting.
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Tempo 12-Drawer Walnut Dresser
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This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Tempo 12-Drawer Walnut Dresser. Featuring a straight line design, twelve drawers for storage, modern legs, original black hardwar...
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Vintage modern chest of drawers with accenting wood sides and top. Chrome handles with black trims.
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, five drawers for storage, sculpted rosewood pulls, original hardwa...
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey “The Aberdeen” Red Mahogany High Chest
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Located in Clarksboro, NJ
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest
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Pair of Kent Coffey "The Sequence" Nightstands, Mid Century Chest of Drawers
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Miami, FL
Fine pair of vintage mid-century Kent Coffey nightstands from "The Sequence" Collection, circa 1950's.
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest
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Located in Clarksboro, NJ
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
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Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two drawers at the top with rosewood sculpted pulls, three drawers...
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Kent Coffey Perspecta Collection Walnut and Rosewood Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s
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Located in Westport, CT
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Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser "The Foreteller" by Kent Coffey
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Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern highboy dresser from the "Foreteller" line by Kent Coffey features hardwood construction, walnut veneer with original finish, five dovetailed drawers, brass accented hardware, and stretcher base with tapered legs.
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A Mid Century Modern Chest, Dresser, Kent Coffey, Fully Refinished.
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Mid Century Modern Chest, Dresser, Kent Coffey, Fully Refinished.
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Kent-coffey commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Kent-Coffey commodes and chests of drawers 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 Kent-Coffey commodes and chests of drawers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original commodes and chests of drawers by Kent-Coffey were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider commodes and chests of drawers by Conant Ball, Thomasville, and Founders Furniture Company. Prices for Kent-Coffey commodes and chests of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,360 and can go as high as $5,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,448.
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Questions About Kent-Coffey Commodes and Chests of Drawers
- What is Kent-Coffey?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Kent-Coffey is a furniture company that operated during the 20th century. Established in 1907 by Finley H. Coffey and Dr. A. A. Kent, the company developed a name for itself by designing and mass-producing durable, affordable and stylish bedroom furniture, dressers, tables and other items. In 1964, Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was sold to Magnavox (but reportedly operated as a wholly owned subsidiary thereafter), and later, in 1983, the company became part of the furniture branch of the Singer Company (of sewing machine fame). Singer shuttered its furniture division in the late 1990s. However, Kent-Coffey pieces remain in demand with collectors today. Shop a range of Kent-Coffey furniture on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Kent-Coffey?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Kent-Coffey furniture, look on the back or bottom of the piece. You'll usually find a label in one of these locations that bears the Kent-Coffey name. Typically, the name of the line also appears on the label. If you can't find a maker's mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you in the identification process. Explore a wide variety of Kent-Coffey furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sadly no, Kent Coffey closed its doors in 2001 after nearly 100 years in business. You may still be able to find pieces from the mid-century modern furniture maker in antique shops. You can also find a collection of Kent Coffey goods from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Kent-Coffey Manufacturing Company was founded in 1907 by Harold Coffey in North Carolina and became famous for producing low-end furniture with a reputation for quality and durability. Unfortunately, after the company was sold to the Singer Furniture company in 1983, Singer tried to diversify, pushing Kent Coffey furniture division into bankruptcy in 1997, and they closed their doors when Singer went under in 2001. On 1stDibs, Shop vintage Kent Coffey furniture from top sellers.