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Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Accord Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2

$2,495List Priceper set

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American of Martinsville

American of Martinsville is today revered as one of the finest manufacturers of mid-century modern furniture in the United States, but its beginnings were unexpectedly humble.

Well ahead of the Civil War, tobacco was a cash crop in places such as Virginia, and the plant was grown with frequency on farms in Martinsville and elsewhere. In the early 1900s, the business around tobacco was changing and the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company was expanding nationally, buying any Virginia factories in reach. Former tobacco producers Ancil Witten and Charles Keesee turned away from the business in 1906 and, with merely $30,000 in capital (and the support of local business leaders), began to manufacture bedroom furniture under the name American Furniture Company.

In the 1920s, American Furniture Company expanded its offerings from bedroom furnishings. Alongside tallboy dressers and nightstands, Witten and Keesee’s outfit began to offer a range of dining-room sets to the discerning customer. By the 1950s, the name had been changed to American of Martinsville and the brand had gained a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship as well as its variety of furniture styles (Hollywood Regency, chinoiserie).

Mass-marketed furniture meant big business in the postwar years and throughout the 20th century in Virginia, and factories owned by companies like Bassett Furniture and American of Martinsville remained busy as suburbanites bought furniture to fill the homes they were moving into.

It isn’t difficult to spot American of Martinsville’s sturdy, solid designs — the lacquered walnut nightstands, mahogany coffee tables and more have long earned the admiration of mid-century modernism enthusiasts. The company’s high profile also owes to prominent attributes that distinguish its well-made vintage furniture, such as the use of wooden slats — inspired by Scandinavian modernism — on hutches and cabinet doors, the famous brass x’s inlaid on the tops of tables and dressers and the stately stacked type of the American of Martinsville logo, which usually appears in drawer interiors. The stamp prominently features an eagle perched atop the lettering, its broad wings spread across the “American” portion.

Besides quality manufacturing, American of Martinsville is additionally recognized for having incorporated the trends of the day.

Inspired by designers like George Nakashima and Paul Laszlo, the brand was also known for innovations with wood. Merton Gershun was one of the company’s most prolific designers, and he was responsible for some of its most successful modern furniture lines using the richer, darker woods that would become emblematic of mid-century furniture. Gershun’s most popular line was reportedly Dania, with its sleek walnut credenzas fitted with stylish brass accents and large drawers. Today, American of Martinsville specializes in furniture for the healthcare and hospitality industries.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Stylish Pair of American of Martinsville Walnut Nightstands Mid-Century Modern

$1,480 Sale Price / set

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H 25 in W 22 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Modern Nightstands by American of Martinsville, a Pair

By American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands manufactured by American of Martinsville. Well-built frame with walnut veneer exterior. A nice addition to any modern interior. Please ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Nightstands by American of Martinsville, a Pair

$1,600 / set

H 22.75 in W 22 in D 16 in

Pair of American of Martinsville Lacquered Nightstands, Mid-Century Modern

By American of Martinsville

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome pair of American of Martinsville black lacquered nightstands with round white ceramic pulls. We love the interesting shape of t...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of American of Martinsville Lacquered Nightstands, Mid-Century Modern

$2,750 / set

H 34 in W 19 in D 12.5 in

Mid Century Modern Nightstands by American of Martinsville, c1970s

By American of Martinsville

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Add a bold statement to your bedroom with this pair of Mid Century Modern nightstands by American of Martinsville, a renowned name in vintage American furniture design. These vintage...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Nightstands by American of Martinsville, c1970s

$1,196 Sale Price / set

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H 24 in W 36 in D 19 in

American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands c. 1960s

By American of Martinsville

Located in Denville, NJ

We photograph and list inventory in the condition it arrives at our warehouse to streamline operations and focus on restoration for current orders. This also enables us to maintain a...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands c. 1960s

$2,595

H 25 in W 21 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard by American of Martinsville

By American of Martinsville

Located in Toledo, OH

Walnut mid-century modern American of Martinsville headboard with angular pattern panels. Great condition. Part of a 4-piece set. 61...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard by American of Martinsville

$1,200

H 36 in W 61 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Three Drawers Nightstands by American of Martinsville, c.1960

By American of Martinsville

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Spectacular pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands. These nightstands were produced by American of Martinsville, ( they have the maker’s mark inside a drawer), and they are original ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Three Drawers Nightstands by American of Martinsville, c.1960

$3,566 / set

H 35 in W 22 in D 17 in

American of Martinsville Mid-Century Black Lacquered Nightstands, Refinished

By American of Martinsville

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern two-drawer nightstands By American of Martinsville USA, 1960s Black lacquered walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 23"W x 17"D x ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

American of Martinsville Mid-Century Black Lacquered Nightstands, Refinished

$3,295 / set

H 22.25 in W 23 in D 17 in

Pair of Walnut Step Nightstands by American of Martinsville

By American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning pair of vintage modern end tables feature two small louvered drawers and a bottom tier with a black laminate top. A sleek two-tier design made of walnut that sits on top of four tapered legs. Quality construction with four sculpted stretchers all the way around and an elegant walnut wood grain. This unique mid-century pair of night stands have a finished back making them the perfect centre...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Laminate, Walnut

Pair of Walnut Step Nightstands by American of Martinsville

$2,100 / set

H 24 in W 24 in D 28 in

Single American of Martinsville Nightstand

By American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful walnut nightstand by American of Martinsville features the sturdy construction and fantastic wood grain the midcentury manufactu...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Single American of Martinsville Nightstand

$500

H 23 in W 22 in D 16.5 in

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