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American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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.

Shop a wide selection of vintage American of Martinsville mid-century modern sideboards, side tables and more on 1stDibs.

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Creator: American of Martinsville
Mid Century Modern Dining table American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Medina, OH
Mid-century modern American of Martinsville dining table. This table would fit 4-6 people, it does not come with an extension table. The table has some uniqueness with metal trim and...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville MCM Walnut Expanding Dining Table
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures: 62 wide x 40 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a chair clearance...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Walnut Accord Dining Table by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark walnut dining table with two 12" leaves and drop down ends for tighter areas . Designed by Merton Gershun for the American of Martinsville furniture company with inlay metal X...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Dining Table
By American of Martinsville
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning vintage Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville walnut dining table in great original condition. Features a unique shaped sculpted top, accented with x-shaped rosewood s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Vintage American of Martinsville Burled Wood Dining Table
By American of Martinsville
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a vintage American of Martinsville Burled Wood Dining Table. Featuring a beautiful burled wood rectangular top, brass acce...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Faux Bamboo and Wicker Dining Table, Ebony, American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Stamford, CT
Faux Bamboo and wicker dining table having two leaves fully refinished in a black lacquer by American of Martinsville A set of bamboo style table...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Wood

American of Martinsville Mid Century Drop Leaf Dining Table with Metal Accents
By American of Martinsville
Located in Countryside, IL
American of Martinsville Mid Century Drop Leaf Dining Table with Metal Accented Legs Table without leaves measures: 26 wide x 40 deep x 30 high Table with two leaves measures : ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage American of Martinsville Dining Room Tables

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Metal

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American Of Martinsville dining room tables for sale on 1stDibs.

American of Martinsville dining room tables 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 American of Martinsville dining room tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dining room tables by American of Martinsville 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 dining room tables by Kipp Stewart, Maurice Burke, and Woodard Furniture Co.. Prices for American of Martinsville dining room tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,595 and can go as high as $6,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,495.
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