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R-Way Furniture Company

American

Known among vintage furniture collectors for its beautifully finished wooden pieces, R-Way Furniture Company has an enduring legacy as one of the foremost American furniture manufacturers of the 20th century. 

Before it became R-Way, the Sheboygan, Wisconsin-based company was known as the Mattoon Manufacturing Company, founded by entrepreneur George B. Mattoon. Mattoon came from a background of limited means and left school at the age of 12 to support his family. At 15, he enlisted with the Union Army and fought in the Civil War. In 1865, following his stint with the military, Mattoon worked at his brother’s chair factory in Sheboygan Falls. His natural knack for business led him to manufacture and sell his own furniture, establishing the Mattoon Manufacturing Company in 1881.

After Mattoon died in 1904, the company became Northern Furniture. In 1916, the C. Reiss Coal Company bought the firm, and in 1942, it changed the name to R-Way.

Throughout the 1940s and 1950s, R-Way became known for producing high-quality home furnishings. Pieces such as dressers, commodes, credenzas, tables, dining room chairs and bedroom furniture were created using walnut, maple and mahogany and accented with brass fixtures. Although R-Way’s furniture consisted mainly of classic mid-century modern style, some pieces deviated into the Exotic Revival style. One example is a black, lacquered Pagoda-form sideboard buffet designed in the style of flamboyant, notorious designer James Mont

R-Way experienced continued success until 1962, when Franklin Industries, Inc., acquired it. In 1965, the company shifted its focus from producing household furnishings to commercial furniture.

During the 1970s and 1980s, R-Way’s production began to slow, and Reiss Industries bought the firm in 1987. R-Way Furniture Company closed in 1992.

Today, R-Way Furniture Company pieces remain highly sought after by mid-century modern interior designers and 20th-century furniture collectors. 

On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage R-Way Furniture Company case pieces and storage cabinets, seating and more furniture and collectibles.

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Creator: R-Way Furniture Company
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Vintage Modern R-Way Dining Table With Leaves
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing this unique Vintage R-Way Dining Table with removable leaves– a Danish delight that's sure to elevate your dining experience to new heights. This table exudes mid-century...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern R-Way Furniture Company

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Suite by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite vintage modern bedroom set includes a highboy dresser, low dresser, mirror, and a pair of nightstands. A sleek design that boasts splayed legs on a sculpted base and t...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Credenza by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century modern walnut and brass credenza manufactured by R-Way in the United States, circa 1960s. Take a moment to admire the stunning brass hardware of this beautiful credenza w...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Brass

R-Way Mid Century Storage Headboard
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
R-Way mid century storage headboard This headboard measures: 57 wide x 12 deep x 36 inches high ?All pieces of furniture can be had in w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Wood

Rway Mid Century 5 Drawer Walnut and Brass Highboy Dresser
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Rway Mid Century 5 Drawer Walnut and Brass Highboy Dresser This dresser measures: 40 wide x 18.5 deep x 41 inches high ?All pieces of furniture can ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Brass

American Mid-Century Modern Dresser by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish Mid-Century Modern dresser made by the American manufacturer R-Way. Sturdily constructed piece with a handsome walnut veneer exterior. Ample storage space provided by six dra...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern R-Way Furniture Company

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Brass

Stunning Queen Size Midcentury R-Way Walnut Headboard
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern headboard by R-Way furniture with a charming vintage walnut finish. Sleek design at 63 inches wide, this piece make...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Headboard Designed by R Way Manufacturing
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage midcentury headboard features a simple yet eloquent design. A dark walnut finish with a curved top adds to the appeal of thi...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Eight-Drawer Dresser by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern dresser features eight large drawers with sculpted brass pulls on each. A unique design with brass trim running along the edges of the front and brass fe...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Brass

Double Pedestal Sheraton Style Mahogany Dining Table
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Sheraton style double pedestal dining room table with double Greek key detail. Double pedestals with three part bamboo supports on tr...
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1950s American Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Brass

Mid-Century Sideboard With Display Toppers by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Trenton, NJ
Step into a world where timeless design coalesces with eco-conscious living with this splendid R-Way sideboard with unique dual display toppers. This piece isn't just a vintage gem; ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage R-Way Furniture Company

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Cane, Wood

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R-way Furniture Company furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

R-Way Furniture Company 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 R-Way Furniture Company furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by R-Way Furniture Company 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 Unagusta, Mainline by Hooker, and Hooker Furniture. Prices for R-Way Furniture Company furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $525 and can go as high as $8,950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,423.

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