Tomlinson Seating
American
Pay a visit to the town of High Point, North Carolina — long the capital of American-made furniture — and, from nearly any location in the city, you’ll see a tall smokestack bearing the name Tomlinson. It’s a name with deep roots there: In 1901, Sidney Halstead Tomlinson, Sr., and his brother founded the Tomlinson Chair Manufacturing Co., producing adaptations of 19th-century European antiques for an enthusiastic American audience. Later the Tomlinson Furniture Company grew rapidly over the ensuing decades, becoming a significant contributor to High Point’s thriving manufacturing economy.
Although Tomlinson began with a focus on antique-style furniture, by the middle of the century the company had adopted aesthetics from the modern style that was rapidly growing in popularity around the world.
Throughout the 1950s and 60s, Tomlinson Furniture produced coffee tables, storage cabinets and seating in the low-slung, sleek silhouettes that were typically characteristic of what we now know as mid-century modern designs.
Working with designers like John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, the company experimented with materials like woven cane and unique styles such as neoclassical lounge chairs in cherrywood that were seen as thoughtful modern interpretations of Biedermeier furniture.
During the mid-1950s, Tomlinson Furniture introduced its dramatic and decorative Sophisticate line, a collection of case pieces, seating, tables and more, available in a variety of woods. Today, designs that originated in the collection, such as its pecan-framed chairs with seats and backs of woven leather straps, are increasingly sought after by collectors.
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Creator: Tomlinson
Vintage Tomlinson Hollywood Regency Crushed Velvet Lounge Chair
By Tomlinson
Located in West Chester, PA
An amazing crushed velvet lounge chair with exposed wood base by Tomlinson Furniture circa 1970. Original upholstery has some light wear and the seat straps are stretched out. The sl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Pair of Tomlinson Sophisticate Slipper Chairs in Walnut and Ivory Woven Fabric
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Tomlinson Sophisticate Slipper Chairs in Walnut and Ivory Upholstery. Excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Chairs have been refinished and reup...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Modern Neoclassical Loungers by Lubberts and Mulder for Tomlinson, circa 1958
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described: completely installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A magnificent restored pair of loungers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Cherry, Fabric
John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder Slipper Chair for Tomlinson 1950
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Hamburg, PA
An elegant Tomlinson model 650 slipper chair with custom purple leather cushion labeled "Furniture by Tomlinson, Tailor Made for Mr. Wm. Quentin Snook". This custom designer chair wa...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Cane, Ash
Curvaceous Caned Settee by Lubberts and Mulder for Tomlinson
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous caned settee designed by John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson, American, circa 1950s. It is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. Th...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Vintage Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs by Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson
By Erwin Lambeth, Tomlinson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage sculptural walnut lounge chairs by Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson in the United States, circa 1950s. These incredible chairs feature solid walnut details that ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Tomlinson Sophisticate Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Dining Armchairs
By Tomlinson
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern dining armchairs
By Tomlinson, "Sophisticate" Collection
USA, Circa 1960s
Sculpted walnut, with caned backs and vinyl upholstery
Measures...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut, Faux Leather
Tomlinson Pavane Occasional Barrel Chair
By Tomlinson
Located in Southampton, NJ
Extremely comfortable small scale curved walnut channel back barrel chair by Tomlinson Furniture Co. Charming windowpane upholstery is in nearly new condition with no signs of wear. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Tall Curved Back Lounge Chairs by Tomlinson, Pair
By Tomlinson
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of 1960's Tomlinson Pavane Assemblage Walnut lounge chairs featuring elegant curved forms of slipper & wing back design, turned legs with H stretchers in original polished Sab...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder Sophisticate Chaise Lounge for Tomlinson
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in Chicago, IL
John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder Sophisticate Chaise Lounge for Tomlinson
some wear to the finish. structurally sound
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Wood
Tomlinson Sophisticate Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Tomlinson
Located in Countryside, IL
Tomlinson Sophisticate Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 20.75 wide x 22.5 deep x 33.5 high, with a seat height of 19 inches
Each captains chair meas...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lounge Chairs Ottoman Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson
By Tomlinson, Erwin Lambeth
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of Lounge Chairs &...
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1980s Chinoiserie Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Cotton
Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six mid-century dining chairs by Tomlinson for their 'Sophisticate' series. Strong wood frames with padded seats. Two armchairs, four side chairs.
Please confirm location NY o...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Maple
Pair of Curvaceous Caned Slipper Chairs by Lubberts & Mulder for Tomlinson
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of curvaceous caned slipper lounge chairs designed by John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson, American, circa 1960s. They are currently being refinished and reupholstere...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Gorgeous Pair Lubberts & Mulder Tomlinson Sophisticate Wide Seat Lounge Chairs
By Tomlinson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Scrumptious pair of John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson's 'Sophisticate' Collection lounge chairs, circa 1950s. We just love the super wide low seats and gorgeous sabre wooden legs. They retain their original apricot crushed...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Pair of Tomlinson Lounge Chairs Refinished and Reupholstered
By Tomlinson, Erwin Lambeth
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Elegant Lounge chairs, designed by Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson, American, circa 1950s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed in y...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Carved Bases & Arms Striped Upholstery Fire Side Arm Lounge Chairs MINT!
By Henredon, Tomlinson, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Carved Bases & Arms Striped Upholstery Fire Side Arm Lounge Chairs MINT! TOMLINSON
Category
20th Century Georgian Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Stylish Sophisticates Walnut Desk and Chair Lubberts & Mulder for Tomlinson
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning 1950s walnut desk by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson, from the Sophisticates collection. We love the stylish curved front with a built-in bookcase along with the five side drawers and a center drawer. Beautiful figured light walnut. . The original chair is included and adds to the total...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Walnut
John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson Slipper Chair, Cane, Walnut, 1950
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Dallas, TX
Fine original condition, this is a scarce walnut slipper chair with original cane back. Model no. 650 designed by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson Furniture Company, circa 1950s. Part of the 'Sophisticate' line, United States Design Patent #181, 260 October 22, 1957 Tomlinson of High...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Set 4 Burl Wood Cane Back NEW Upholstery Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern MINT!
By Tomlinson, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set 4 Burl Wood Cane Back NEW Upholstery Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Cane, Burl
Glamorous X Back Dining Chairs by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Glamorous X back dining chairs, designed by Tomlinson, American, circa 1950s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reupholstered and ca...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Miraculous Set of 12 Vintage Walnut Danish Leather Strap Chairs by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. This l...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Reupholstered Set of 6 1960s Tomlinson “Sophisticate Collection” No.63 Dining
By Tomlinson
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 6 1960s Tomlinson “Sophisticate Collection” No.63 Dining Chairs professionally reupholstered in a gorgeous orange velvet fabric. Tomlinson used this particular model for their...
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Hollywood Regency Tomlinson Parkway Terrace Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
By Erwin Lambeth, Tomlinson
Located in St. Louis, MO
A pair of very sophisticated and elegant lounge chairs with silk diamond tufted outer panels and large buttons on skirts, with down seat cushions, by Tomlinson as part of their Parkway Terrace...
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Four Lubberts and Mulder for Tomlinson Walnut and Cane Bak Armchair
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of Four (4) John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson Sophisticate Collection Walnut and Cane Back Armchairs. Measures 20" in width, 22" in depth and 30.5" in height. Seat h...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Cane, Fruitwood
Pair of Tomlinson Sophisticate Ebonized Lounge Chairs by Erwin Lambeth
By Erwin Lambeth, Tomlinson
Located in Dallas, TX
Attractive pair of Tomlinson "Sophisticate" lounge chairs designed by Erwin Lambeth. Restored: the chairs feature solid ebonized wood frames with two straight front legs and two rais...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Tomlinson Sophisticates Slipper Chair by John Lubberts and Lambert Muller
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful and rare Tomlinson slipper chair from the Sophisticates line circa 1950's. The model 650 chair was designed by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder.
This chair have a walnut ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Miraculous Set of 8 Walnut Danish Leather Strap Chairs by Tomlinson, c 1958
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready.
An i...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
6 Fabulous Leather Strap Tomlinson "Sophisticate" Dining Chairs 2 Arms 4 Sides
By Tomlinson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Hard to find set of 6 dining chairs from the Tomlinson “Sophisticate Line” model no 61 dated 1958. Includes 4 side chairs and two armchairs. Pecan hardwood frame with woven black lea...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
Miraculous ALL ARM Set of 12 Walnut Danish Style Chairs by Tomlinson, c 1958
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
This large set of rare examples is Unique on the World market. The set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally r...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Miraculous ALL ARM Set of 8 Walnut Danish Style Chairs by Tomlinson, c 1958
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
This large set of rare examples is Unique on the World market. The set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally r...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of 4 Tomlinson Sophisticate Slipper Chairs
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Toledo, OH
Set of 4 Tomlinson Sophisticate slipper chairs. Elegant chestnut Tomlinson lounge chairs. Caned back with loose seat cushion. Scul...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Chestnut
Pair of Tomlinson “Sophisticate Collection” No.63 Dining Chairs
By Tomlinson
Located in Dallas, TX
These beautiful and rare Tomlinson Furniture highback model #63 side chairs from their “Sophisticate Collection” are a distinctive, graceful interpretation of their time. Made from s...
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
Miraculous Set of 14 Vintage Walnut Danish Leather Strap Chairs by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. This l...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Pavane Tomlinson Arm Chairs
By Tomlinson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pavane Tomlinson Arm Chairs
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Category
Late 20th Century Regency Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Mahogany
John Lubberts Lambert Mulder Tomlinson MCM Cane and Walnut Slipper Chair, Pair
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Countryside, IL
John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson midcentury Cane and Walnut Slipper Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 27 wide x 24 deep x 28.25 high, with a seat height of 17 inche...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Pair of Tomlinson Bullhorn Slipper Chairs by John Lubberts and Lambert Muller
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful and rare set of Tomlinson slipper chairs from the Sophisticates line circa 1950's. The model 650 chair was designed by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder.
These chairs have...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Tall Back Lounge Chairs by Tomlinson Refinished and Reupholstered
By Tomlinson, Erwin Lambeth
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Elegant Tall Back Mid Century Lounge chairs, designed by Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson, American, circa 1950s. These chairs are being refinished and reupholstered and can be co...
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Tomlinson Mid-Century Walnut and Burlwood Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Tomlinson
Located in Countryside, IL
Tomlinson mid-century walnut and burlwood dining chairs - set of 8
Each armless chair measures: 20.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 43 high, with a seat ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tomlinson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
Tomlinson seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Tomlinson seating 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 Tomlinson seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Tomlinson 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 seating by James Mont, Laverne International, and Maurizio Tempestini. Prices for Tomlinson seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $640 and can go as high as $32,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,698.
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Questions About Tomlinson Seating
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Tomlinson furniture is mainly made in the USA. The American furniture maker has production facilities in both High Point and Thomasville, North Carolina. Although Tomlinson began with a focus on antique-style furniture, by the middle of the century, the company had adopted aesthetics from the modern style, which was rapidly growing in popularity around the world. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Tomlinson furniture.