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Merton Gershun Furniture

American, 1909-1989

In as early as the 1920s, American furniture designer Merton Gershun created popular bedroom suites and more for the likes of Shelbyville, Indiana’s Albert Distinctive Modern Furniture Company. Later, he partnered with Dillingham Manufacturing, which had offices in Wisconsin and Mississippi and collaborated with the likes of Arthur Umanoff and Pierre Cardin. The world’s growing population of mid-century modern furniture devotees, however, know Gershun as having been American of Martinsville’s most prolific designer. Vintage Merton Gershun dressers, side tables, bed frames and other pieces are widely collected today.

Founded in the early 1900s by former tobacco producers, American of Martinsville eventually became one of the best known furniture manufacturers in the United States. Besides quality manufacturing, American of Martinsville is additionally recognized for having incorporated the day's trends in its designs. Inspired by designers like George Nakashima and Paul Laszlo, the brand was also known for innovations with wood. 

Working with walnut and ebonized mahogany — and integrating decorative flourishes such as brass drawer pulls into his dressers and cane door fronts on his cabinets — Gershun designed numerous furniture lines for the company, including Dilettante, Fortissimo and others. The designer’s Dania collection, with its sleek walnut credenzas fitted with stylish brass accents and large drawers, has enjoyed popularity all over the world.

Gershun was passionate about bringing stylish pieces to American families but was also focused on affordability. His Harlequin line for American of Martinsville — the print ads for which read “SCULPTURED” and “BUDGET-PRICED” in bolded all-caps text — included bedroom and dining room furnishings in solid walnut. For Dillingham, Gershun designed the similarly well-received Esprit and Samara lines as well as other collections.

Gershun was particularly interested in creating furniture for small spaces and for postwar homeowners on a modest budget. He was a big proponent of incorporating international influences into his designs — he drew inspiration from Asia and created chinoiserie-style dressers in bleached walnut supported by ebonized wood bases. To Gershun, modern design was more than clean lines and sharp angles: it was about utility as well as beauty.

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Creator: Merton Gershun
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Harlequin” Dining Table by Merton Gerhun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished Dimensions: 29.50”H x 60" -96”W x 40”D 2 Extensions With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Merton Gershun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Set of Six Mid Century Dania Dining Chairs American of Martinsville c 1950/60s
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural set of Mid Century Modern dining chairs designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville as part of their classic Dania series, circa 1950-1960s. This impre...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

American of Martinsville Merton Gershun Bali-Hi Dresser, ca. 1950’s
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated and stylish Bali Hi dresser, designed by Merton Gurshun for American of Martinsville. The dresser has six deep drawers each having faux bam...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Dillingham ‘Espirit’ Nightstands - a Pair
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Kipp Stewart, Merton Gershun, Drexel, Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
A pair of mid-century ‘Espirit’ nightstands designed by Merton L. Gershun for Dillingham, circa 1960s. Crafted from rich, book-matched walnut, these nightstands showcase a sleek, m...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Low Nightstands by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, USA 1960's
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a pair of exquisite Low Nightstands by renowned designer Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, crafted in the United States of America during the glamorous 1960s e...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Merton L. Gershun American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Chicago, IL
Excellent original condition Mid-century Modern American of Martinsville credenza or lowboy dresser designed by Merton Gershun. Made of genuine walnut with lacquered drawer fronts an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton L. Gershun Walnut Writing Desk for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Merton L. Gershun walnut writing desk for American of Martinsville. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing h...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Lacquered Nightstands, Refinished
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquered nightstands By Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville USA, 1950s Black ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Mahogany, Lacquer

Merton Gershun American of Martinsville MCM Urban Suburban 5-Drawer Highboy
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Urban Suburban 5-Drawer Highboy Dresser This dresser measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x 42 inches ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Chrome

Mid Century American of Martinsville Highboy Dresser
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exceedingly well-crafted American of Martinsville highboy dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsv...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut, Faux Leather

Merton Gershun Bali Hi Dresser by American of Martinsville, ca. 1950’s
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish 5 drawer dresser in bleached mahogany with decorative faux bamboo front. The chest features an architecturally inspired case, which surrounds the drawer fronts, creating a dimensional design element to the cabinet. From the sought after, and hard to find Bali Hi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Mahogany

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Lowboy Dresser
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 62 wide x 18.5 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Merton Gershun for Cavalier Mid-Century Modern Walnut Brass Nightstands
By Merton Gershun, Cavalier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Merton Gershun in the late 1960s for Cavalier, these nightstands or end tables feature a super refined design and great construction quality. Well built, they are constru...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Vintage "Dania" Dresser by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home a tremendous example of authentic Mid-Century Modern furniture with this stunning dresser designed by the legendary Merton Gershun for the famed American of Martinsville f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

American of Martinsville Accord Walnut & Cane Dresser & Bachelor’s Chest w/ X’s
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of chests from American of Martinsville and Merton Gershun’s Accord line of furniture with the signature X’s and asymmetric handles. One is the long walnut dresser with three drawers and cane doors and the second is the three-drawer bachelor’s chest. Two separate pieces but butted together make one long marvelous piece. We are pricing them as a set. Both are in wonderful restored condition. However, they are not without signs of age and use having an overall beautiful age patina which includes small nicks, scratches, and imperfections but nothing major. Please see photos, circa mid-20th century. Oh my! If you could ever say X marks the spot for a piece of furniture…you can say it with this pair. Note the metal signature crosses in their tops and their fabulous asymmetric or staggered handles. These gorgeous chests are from the Accord collection produced in the mid-20th century by American of Martinsville and designed by Merton Gershun. One piece is the longer dresser which is comprised of a bank of three drawers next to three doors with cane inserts. One door opens to the left and the other two doors bi-fold open to the right revealing three interior drawers. This dresser alone is wonderful but paired with the matching bachelor’s chest, which has the same bank of three drawers as the dresser, and butted next to the doors, making it one extra long cabinet...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Cocktail Table by Merton Gershun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Merton Gershun cocktail table with replaced hairpin iron legs. Walnut has been refinished and waxed for protection. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Iron

1960s Mid Century Dresser by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut dresser designed by Merton L. Gershun and manufactured by American of Martinville. This dresser features a walnut frame with three spacious dovetail drawers on the...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton Gershun - American of Martinsville Long & Short Louvered Walnut Cabinets
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This stylish and cool set of Mid Century Modern dressers were designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville. Featuring one large dresser and a small one, they each feature ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass, Enamel

Chest of Drawers by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville- Mid Century MCM
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Chest of Drawers by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville in Black Lacquer with Melamine tops. This pair of chest of drawers is a stunning example of mid-century mode...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Lacquer

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid-Century Lowboy Credenza
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Southampton, NJ
An attractive multi-functional lowboy credenza having high-gloss black lacquer doors with solid brass pulls covering center single shelf storage and 3 cream colored deep drawers. To ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun American of Martinsville Walnut End Table
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a walnut end table designed by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville. Features one drawer with a brass pull and the iconic x-shaped brushed aluminium inlaid detai...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Lowboy Credenza
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Louvered Walnut Dresser Credenza This credenza measures: 60 wide x 19.5 deep x 30.25 ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Metal

1960s Vintage American of Martinsville Expandable Rolling Bar Cart
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Classic Mid-Century Modern walnut expandable rolling bar cart or server, Manufactured by American of Martinsville, designed by Merton L. Gershun. Expanding black laminate sliding top...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Formica, Wood

American of Martinsville Walnut Bench by Merton Gershun
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Esperance, NY
American of Martinsville walnut bench by Merton Gershun.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century X Inlay Walnut 5 Drawer
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century X Inlay Walnut 5 Drawer Dresser This highboy measures: 36 wide x 17 deep x 44.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be h...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Chrome

Merton Gershun Designed Dresser for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Merton Gershun designed dresser for his 'Dania' line with American of Martinsville. Beautiful walnut wood grain throughout with inlaid flourishes around the sculpted handles. Louvere...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton Gershun for Dillingham Mid-Century Modern Walnut King Size Headboard
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Merton Gershun
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern king size headboard By Merton Gershun for Dillingham USA, 1960s Book-matched walnut, with inset black vinyl panels. Measures: 77.25" W x 1.5...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun Gentleman's Chest for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic highchest from the Dania series by Merton Gershun, for American of Martinsville. Features include rich walnut grain, louvered drawers, signature brass accents, and articulated...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville MCM Walnut and Brass China Cabinet
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut and Brass China Cabinet This china cabinet measures: 50 wide x 18 deep x 57.75 inches high All pieces of furniture ca...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Mid century American of Martinsville Dania Tall Dresser
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exceedingly well-crafted American of Martinsville louvered slat front drawer highboy tall dresser was designed by Merton Gershun for his Dani...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

American of Martinsville Dania 3 Piece Louvered Walnut Desk Modular Unit
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut low bench with modular desk and drawer cabinet designed by Merton Gerhsun for American of Martinsville's Dania line circa 60...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Walnut Credenza by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing mid-century modern walnut credenza by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville and manufactured in the United States, circa 1960s. This piece showcases the perfect blen...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

American Martinsville High Boy Walnut Dresser Chest Mid-century Modern
By Merton Gershun
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome six drawer shingle front dresser designed by Merton Gershun. This particular line is exceedingly well crafted and heavy, a hidden treasure in American Mid-Century Modern in ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Classic Mid-Century Walnut Dresser by Merton Gershun / American of Martinsville
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning walnut Modernist dresser designed by Merton Gershun ,,manufactured by American Of Martinsville. Classic aluminum x's and asymetrical pulls. Beautiful original condition. Han...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Aluminum

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville MCM Walnut Brass 5 Drawer Highboy
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut and Brass 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 34 wide x 18.5 deep x 44.75 inches high All pieces of furni...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton Gershun Mid Century American of Martinsville Dainia Walnut Tall dresser
By Merton Gershun
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This professionally restored tall dresser, from American of Martinsville's "Dania" line, was designed by Merton Gershun. It features three lower drawers with louvered fronts, three s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Walnut Dresser by Merton L. Gershun American of Martinsville
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A beautiful mid-century modern walnut dresser, expertly crafted by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville in the 1960s. This piece showcases a beautifully designed walnut cas...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

American of Martinsville Merton Gershun Urban Suburban Bed
By Merton Gershun
Located in Pasadena, TX
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville twin bed, circa 1960s. Designed in the 1960s for the Urban Suburban line. Headboard and footboard in maple....
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Birch

American Martinsville Walnut Mirror, circa 1955
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Camden, ME
Simple elegant mirror designed by Merton Gershun for his Dania line for American of Martinsville. Rosewood colored walnut. The use of...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Mirror, Walnut

Mid-century Walnut Dresser by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous vintage walnut and lacquered dresser designed by Michael L. Gershun for American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1960s. This credenza has been constructed from the highest quality walnut wood. Features a white lacquered box...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Bleached Philippine Mahogany Nightstand by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful midcentury architectural nightstand in original bleached Philippine mahogany with reeded drawer fronts by American of Martinsville,...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Mahogany

Merton Gershun Designed Dresser
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic mid-century modern dresser by American of Martinsville, designed by Merton Gershun for his 'Dania' series. Features his louvered front drawers and accenting brass hardware. R...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton Gershun "Accord" Coffee Table by Merton Gershun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Walnut coffee table by American of Martinsville for their 'Accord' series, designed by Merton Gershun. Simple modern design with tapered legs and inlaid pewter stars at each corner. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Pewter

Merton Gershun Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Triple Dresser, Refinished
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie triple dresser or credenza By Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville, USA, 1960s Book-matched walnut wit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Brass

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century X Inlaid Walnut Side End
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville mid century X inlaid walnut side end table End table measures: 20 wide x 27 deep x 19 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Chrome

Bali-Hi Nightstand End Table By Merton Gershun For American Of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This charming Mid-Century Modern mahogany end table or nightstand is from a rare series, the Bali-Hi group designed by Merton L. Gershun for American of Martinsville. Gershun designe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Mahogany, Lacquer

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Ebonized Credenza
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville mid century ebonized credenza The credenza measures: 50 wide x 19 deep x 32 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Chrome

Merton Gershun Mid Century Modern American of Martinsville Dainia Walnut Highboy
By Merton Gershun
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This professionally restored tall dresser, from American of Martinsville's "Dania" line, was designed by Merton Gershun. It features three lower drawers with louvered fronts, three s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville MCM Walnut Square Coffee Table
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville mid century walnut square coffee table The table measures: 31 wide x 31 deep x 16 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville MCM Urban Suburban Full Headboard
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Urban Suburban full headboard This headboard measures: 58 wide x 2 deep x 31 inches high A...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Merton Gershun Furniture

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Wood

Merton Gershun Designed Dresser w/ Louvered Front
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning mid-century design by Merton Gershun for Martinsville. Long walnut dresser with louvered front drawers, brass trim, and hidden drawers in the middle. Please confirm location...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Merton Gershun Furniture

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Walnut

Merton Gershun furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Merton Gershun furniture 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 Merton Gershun furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Merton Gershun were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Kent-Coffey, Conant Ball, and Broyhill. Prices for Merton Gershun furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $400 and can go as high as $6,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,400.

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