Vintage Meredew Furniture
Mid Century Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Southampton, GB
Mid 20th Century Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew Furniture.
In good condition
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Mid-20th Century English Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Tola Vanity by Alphons Loebenstein for Meredew Design, 1962
By Meredew, Alphons Loebenstein
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vanity by Meredew Furniture Manufacturers. Part of the Tola bedroom furniture and Meredew
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 47 in W 62.25 in D 20.75 in
Meredew Light Oak Desk
By Meredew
Located in London, England
Mid-Century Desk in light oak veneer by Meredew. Petite size with ample storage three drawers and
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Beech, Oak
Mid Century, Oak Tallboy from Meredew, 1950s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
An oak tallboy from Meredew - circa 1950s
Featuring three drawers and a cupboard
The matching
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid Century, Oak Wardrobe from Meredew, 1950s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A freestanding oak wardrobe from Meredew - circa 1950s
Featuring two hanging rails, a shelf and an
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid Century, Oak Wardrobe from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
Mid Century wardrobe
Manufactured in the UK by Meredew
Made from oak and oak veneer.
Featuring
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Meredew Sculptural Vintage Desk Side Accent Chair Teak, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in Madison, WI
Perfect opportunity to purchase one beautiful designer Meredew designer desk, side or accent chair
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 19.29 in D 18.9 in
Midcentury, Maple Sideboard or Chest of Drawers by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century Italian style maple dressing table - from the quality furniture makers, Meredew
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
A set of four Mid Century Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with White Paris
By Meredew
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A set of four Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with Cream Paris Boucle Upholstery
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Mahogany
H 37.41 in W 17.72 in D 16.93 in
Danish Teak Mid Century Modern Pop Up Self Storing Leaf Oval Dining Table MINT!
By Meredew
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Teak Mid Century Modern Pop Up Self Storing Leaf Oval Dining Table MINT!
Leaf is 20"
Extended Table Length: 80"
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
H 29 in W 60 in D 34 in
Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
Meredew, it dates from the 1950-60’s.
It is of superb quality and is a very useful size, offering lots of
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Stylish 1960s Mid Century High Gloss Maple Credenza Sideboard 6 Drawer Console
By Meredew, Alphons Loebenstein
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
. Produced by Meredew, England, this was part of its 1960s Tola furniture range designed by Alphons
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Birch, Maple
H 26.5 in W 56 in D 18.75 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Tall Chest of Drawers Dresser by Meredew Uk Import.
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Toned piece with 6 dovetailed drawers and original brass toned handles. Tapered Legs. Makers mark in the back of the top drawer. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictu...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 50 in W 24 in D 18 in
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Midcentury Teak Wall Unit by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Norcross, GA
Fantastic teak wall unit by Meredew. Made in England. Original label in top drawer. Featuring a
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Zebrano Top Coffee Table from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in Chesham, GB
Meredew coffee table in zebrano wood from the 1960s, featuring black painted legs on brass ends.
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1960s British Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Zebra Wood
Mid Century Walnut Folding Occasional Side Table By Meredew, 60s
By Meredew
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Meredew
Meredew specialised in bedroom furniture often made in oak and teak with simple silhouettes raised
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs from Meredew, Set of 4
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Mid-Century Modern set of 4 dining chairs
- Made by Meredew
- Featuring brown upholstery
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Tall Teak Wardrobe Meredew Double Compactum
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
20th century teak wardrobe by Meredew.
A pair of cupboards above double doors enclosed hanging
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Mid-20th Century English Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Meredew working round teak top table with height adjustable chrome legs
Located in Porto, PT
Meredew working round teak top table with height adjustable chrome legs
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1980s British Post-Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Dressing Table by Meredrew with Adjustable Side Mirrors
Located in London, GB
An exceptional dressing table made by the well-known antique furniture manufacturers Meredew
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
H 50.4 in W 51.97 in D 17.72 in
Dark Teak Dressing Table from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury dressing table
- Manufactured by Meredew
- Made from dark teak and dark teak veneer.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Dark Teak Dressing Table from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury dressing table
- Manufactured by Meredew
- Made from dark teak and dark teak veneer
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Dark Teak Dresser from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury chest of drawers
- Manufactured by Meredew
- Made from dark teak and dark teak
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Meredew Furniture Mid-Century Modern Light Oak Stacking Bookcase Made in England
By Meredew
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
furniture stacking furniture
A lovely stacking bookcase from Meredew furniture, it doesn’t have the old
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 47.84 in W 29.93 in L 47.84 in
Petite Single Mahogany Neoclassical Modern End Table
By Alphons Loebenstein, Meredew
Located in San Diego, CA
Petite mahogany end table designed by Alphons Loebenstein, for Meredew furniture, freshly
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Tola Wardrobe by Alphons Loebenstein for Meredew Design 1962
By Meredew
Located in Topeka, KS
Very handsome wardrobe by Meredew Furniture manufacturers. Part of the tola bedroom furniture and
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
H 73 in W 47.5 in L 73 in
Mid-Century Modern 8 Drawer Teak Dresser Chest by Peter Liley for Meredew 1960
By Meredew
Located in Portland, OR
Late 1960s Mid-Century Modern teak 8 drawer double chest designed by Peter Liley, for Meredew
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
H 28 in W 52 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Tola Chest of Drawers by Alphons Loebenstein for Meredew
By Meredew, Alphons Loebenstein
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome small chest of drawers by meredew furniture manufacturers. Part of the Tola bedroom
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 45 in W 25.75 in D 19 in
1960's Vintage Meredew Sideboard
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage sideboard in wood. This was made in England by the high end manufacturer Meredew
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Wood
Teak Fresco Sideboard from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak sideboard from Meredew, circa 1960s
Featuring 3 drawers, 2 cupboards
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Wide Teak Highboy Dresser by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Berkeley, CA
This unusually wide highboy dresser was manufactured by Meredew and features excellent
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Midcentury, Oak Wardrobe from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
Midcentury wardrobe
Manufactured in the UK by Meredew
Made from oak and oak veneer.
Featuring
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Midcentury, Oak Wardrobe from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
Midcentury wardrobe
Manufactured in the UK by Meredew
Made from oak and oak veneer.
Featuring
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Midcentury, Oak Wardrobe from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
Midcentury wardrobe
Manufactured in the UK by Meredew
Made from oak and oak veneer.
Featuring
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Walnut Wardrobe from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A freestanding two door wardrobe from Meredew - in the Italian style
Made during the 1960s
Fitted
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century, Oak Compact Wardrobe from Meredew, 1950s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A compactum oak wardrobe from Meredew - circa 1950s
Featuring a pull out hanging rail, shoe rail
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid Century, Oak Dressing Table from Meredew, 1950s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
An oak dressing table and stool from Meredew - circa 1950s
Featuring five drawers
Height to the
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Meredew Bedside Cabinets in Oak, 1950s
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
Two oak bedside cabinets by Meredew.
The 'handed' cupboards (hinged on both left and right) have a
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Entranceway Vanity Table by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
you like. Made by British furniture maker Meredew in the 1960s it is a great piece of furniture
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Armoire Wardrobe by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
furniture, this Teak Armoire by Meredew is the perfect choice.
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Meredew Teak Dining Chairs
By Meredew
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of four Mid-Century Modern teak dining chairs by Meredew.
Made in England, Meredew, having
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Midcentury, Maple Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century Italian style maple tallboy chest of drawers - from the quality furniture makers
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Vintage Mid Century Meredew Chest of Drawers In Oak
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Meredew chest of 8 drawers, manufactured in the 1960s. Finished in dark oak, with
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Midcentury, Oak Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
Midcentury tall boy chest of drawers.
Manufactured in the UK by Meredew
Made from oak and oak
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Danish Style Teak British Credenza Sideboard by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautiful credenza by English furniture maker Meredew is a rare beast, with a great color and grain, and the
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Midcentury, Oak Sideboard or Chest of Drawers by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
- Mid-Century Modern sideboard or chest of drawers
- Manufactured by Meredew in the UK
- Made
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Vanity by Meredew Danish G Plan British Style
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and stylish vanity unit by British furniture maker Meredew
A super stylish tambour
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Teak
H 24.5 in W 54.5 in D 16.5 in
Mid Century Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, GB
A walnut chest of drawers from Meredew
There are five drawers with metal handles
The matching
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Meredew Chest of Four Drawers in Oak
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
Stylishly simple chest of four drawers by Meredew from the early 1960s. Beautiful blonde oak finish
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Meredew Coffee Table Vintage Danish G Plan Style
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece. This beautiful little table by British cabinet maker Meredew is a versatile table and would look
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Japanese Style Desk and Dresser by Meredew with Solid Teak Legs
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Japanese Style Desk and Dresser by British manufacturer Meredew. Despite its compact
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Metal
H 44.5 in W 43.25 in D 32.25 in
Vintage Teak Meredew Credanza, 1960s
By Alphons Loebenstein, Meredew
Located in The Hague, NL
British manufacturer Meredew in the 1960s. It has 4 drawers and double cupboard with adjustable shelf.
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
1950's Vintage Oak Sideboard / Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
Meredew, it dates from around the 1950-60’s.
The quality is excellent, this is beautifully styled and
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
manufacturer Meredew, it dates from the 1960’s.
The quality is outstanding, it is a rare and beautiful design
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Wood
1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
manufacturer Meredew, it dates from the 1960’s.
The quality is outstanding, it is a rare and beautiful
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Wood
Solid Mahogany Butterfly Leaf Dining Table by Meredew
Located in Berkeley, CA
This beautiful English modern dining table is crafted from solid mahogany. Manufactured by Meredew
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Vintage Night Stand by Meredew UK
By Meredew
Located in Pasadena, TX
Very beautiful and modern style, mid 20th. Century.
Meredew was a well-known furniture
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Table by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in Portland, OR
Mid-Century Modern teak dining table by Meredew, 1960s. The table having two sliding demi-lune ends
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Set of Eight Sculpted Rosewood Dining Chairs by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Meredew, set of 8 dining chairs, rosewood, brass, wood and fabric, United Kingdom, 1960s.
These
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Brass
Meredew English Teak Low Sideboard, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Teak Mid-Century Modern low sideboard, English, produced by Meredew Furniture. Newly refinished in
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Light Oak Meredew Desk
By Meredew
Located in Dorchester, GB
A Mid Century Light Oak veneer desk by British furniture maker Meredew.
This simple desk has six
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Teak Dining Table by Meredew, 1970s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury round extending dining table from Meredew.
- Made from teak and teak veneer
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Meredew Oak Sideboard / Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in Hull, GB
SIDEBOARD
Stunning midcentury oak sideboard / chest of drawers made by Meredew circa 1960. The
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Italian Style Walnut Dresser from Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury chest of drawers
- Manufactured by Meredew
- Made from walnut and walnut veneer.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Walnut Italian Influenced Ladies Wardrobe by Meredew, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Mid-Century Modern wardrobe
- Manufactured by Meredew
- Made from walnut and walnut veneer.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 72.84 in W 47.64 in D 21.46 in
Midcentury 1960s Meredew Teak Side Coffee Table with Drawer/Serving Tray
By Meredew
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
An original vintage 1960s/70s teak coffee table with tray by Meredew.
Very practical piece with
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
H 15.16 in W 29.93 in D 20.08 in
Midcentury Walnut Meredew Italian Influenced Bedside Cabinet Tables, Set of 2
By Meredew
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Meredew
- Made from walnut veneer.
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 22.05 in W 16.74 in D 12.21 in
Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers / Writing Desk / Bureau by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
/ writing desk / bureau by Meredew. Very compact piece which offers plenty of storage. Features drop down
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Oak Chest Of 5 Drawers Tallboy, Meredew Style, 60s
By Meredew
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Early 1960s lighter oak chest of five drawers.
Most probably from British makers Meredew, this one
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Modern Teak Wall Unit Bookcase Display Cabinet By Meredew England
By Meredew
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fantastic teak wall unit by Meredew. Made in England. Featuring a base with 2 drawers and 2
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
H 65 in W 79 in D 18 in
Teak Chest of drawers by Meredew
By Alphons Loebenstein, Meredew
Located in Buxton, GB
Alphons Loebenstein, a German designer, was the main designer for Meredew in the Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Teak and Formica side Table cabinet drawer chest by Meredew
By Robert Heritage, Meredew
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A mid 20th century teak Meredew single drawer cabinet with Formica top.
The cabinet is made from
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Formica, Teak
H 15.95 in W 21.86 in D 21.86 in
Mid Century Vintage Maple Lacquered Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew, 1960s
By Alphons Loebenstein, Meredew
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
tallboy chest of drawers - from the quality furniture makers, Meredew, circa 1960s
Condition report:
Good
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Meredew Furniture
Materials
Metal
H 44.69 in W 25.6 in D 18.71 in
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Vintage Meredew Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of vintage meredew furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of vintage meredew furniture, designed in the mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.
How Much is a Vintage Meredew Furniture?
Prices for a piece of vintage meredew furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $843 and can go as high as $4,800, while the average can fetch as much as $1,610.
A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.