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Helen Hobey Walnut Credenza by Baker Furniture
Helen Hobey Walnut Credenza by Baker Furniture

Helen Hobey Walnut Credenza by Baker Furniture

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Helen Hobey Baker vintage mid-century modern credenza features distinctive sculptural walnut wood grain and unique Chinoiserie-inspired die-cut bronze hardware.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bronze

Helen Hobey Walnut Nightstands by Baker Furniture
Helen Hobey Walnut Nightstands by Baker Furniture

Helen Hobey Walnut Nightstands by Baker Furniture

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elevate your bedroom with this exceptional pair of mid-century modern nightstands designed by Helen Hobey for the prestigious Baker Furniture company.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Bronze

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair

By Helen Hobey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 28.25 wide x 18 deep x 25.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser

By Helen Hobey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 46 wide x 22.25 deep x 56.5 inches high Restored - Mint Condition!

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser

Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser

By Baker Furniture Company, Helen Hobey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 45.75 wide x 21 deep x 49 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser

By Helen Hobey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 46 wide x 22.25 deep x 56.5 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Piece has Scratches and Nicks Throughout.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural Walnut & Bronze Credenza by Helen Hobey Baker Inc.
Sculptural Walnut & Bronze Credenza by Helen Hobey Baker Inc.

Sculptural Walnut & Bronze Credenza by Helen Hobey Baker Inc.

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Exquisite mid-century vintage credenza designed and manufactured by New York's Helen Hobey Baker brand. A robust sculptural silhouette showcases a heavy Chinoiserie influence with ni...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Hollywood Regency Mid Century Asia Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey Baker
Hollywood Regency Mid Century Asia Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey Baker

Hollywood Regency Mid Century Asia Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey

Located in New York, NY

Impressive Mid Century, Hollywood Regency, Asia Modern style dresser, designed by Helen Hobey Baker. The dresser features a stylized overhanging top, over a case with four doors whi...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dressers

Materials

Metal

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Highboy Dresser
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Highboy Dresser

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Highboy Dresser

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 46.25 wide x 20 deep x 49 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair

By Baker Furniture Company, Helen Hobey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 28 wide x 18 deep x 25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as m...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair
Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair

Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey for Baker Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 28 wide x 16.5 deep x 25.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to s...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Asia Modern Highboy Chest on Chest by Helen Hobey Baker
Mid Century Asia Modern Highboy Chest on Chest by Helen Hobey Baker

Mid Century Asia Modern Highboy Chest on Chest by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey

Located in New York, NY

Chic Hollywood Regency, Asia Modern, Mid Century Modern style chest on chest designed by Helen Hobey Baker, circa 1950/60's. The chest features a two section case, the upper section ...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Nightstands - Pair
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Nightstands - Pair

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Nightstands - Pair

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut and Burlwood Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 28 wide x 16.5 deep x 25.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting st...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Restored Walnut & Burl Helen Hobey Baker Cabinet + Pair Mirrors Danish Style
Restored Walnut & Burl Helen Hobey Baker Cabinet + Pair Mirrors Danish Style

Restored Walnut & Burl Helen Hobey Baker Cabinet + Pair Mirrors Danish Style

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This rare and super sculptural cabinet or dresser was designed in the 1970s by Helen Hobey for Baker. It features a walnut and burlwood construction that is warm and pleasant to the ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

1960s Helen Hobey Baker King Size Modern Headboard in Walnut
1960s Helen Hobey Baker King Size Modern Headboard in Walnut

1960s Helen Hobey Baker King Size Modern Headboard in Walnut

By Hoby Helen Baker

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an impressive King Headboard in Walnut, designed by Helen and Hobey Baker in the 1960's. The husband-and-wife design team were known for their use of solid wood for their pie...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Steel

James Mont Style Queen Headboard and Pair of Nightstands
James Mont Style Queen Headboard and Pair of Nightstands

James Mont Style Queen Headboard and Pair of Nightstands

By James Mont, Baker Furniture Company, Helen Hobey

Located in Hanover, MA

SATURDAY SALE A pagoda form queen sized headboard and pair of nightstands in the style of James Mont, attributed to Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture. Headboard 40" high x 79" wide ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Handsome King Size Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style Walnut Head Board, Midcentury
Handsome King Size Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style Walnut Head Board, Midcentury

Handsome King Size Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style Walnut Head Board, Midcentury

By Hobey Helen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome king size Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style walnut headboard. This piece measures 36" T x 95.5" L x 2.25" D.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century King Size Headboard by Helen Hobey Baker
Mid Century King Size Headboard by Helen Hobey Baker

Mid Century King Size Headboard by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey

Located in New York, NY

Impressive Mid Century king size headboard, designed by Helen Hobey. The headboard features repeating square panels mounted in an architecturally designed frame.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

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Hobey Helen Dresser
Hobey Helen Dresser

Hobey Helen Dresser

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 76 in D 20.5 in

Hobey Helen Dresser

By Hobey Helen, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Baltimore, MD

Streamlined Hobey Helen for Baker walnut dresser with three central drawers, flanked by grooved doors, each revealing three interior drawers.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Hobey Helen Dresser
Hobey Helen Dresser

Hobey Helen Dresser

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 65 in D 20.5 in

Hobey Helen Dresser

By Hobey Helen, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Baltimore, MD

Streamlined Hobey Helen for Baker dresser with three left drawers, and on the right two grooved doors revealing three interior drawers.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Hobey Helen Chest
Hobey Helen Chest

Hobey Helen Chest

Unavailable

H 47.5 in W 45.5 in D 20.5 in

Hobey Helen Chest

By Hobey Helen, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Baltimore, MD

Streamlined Hobey Helen for Baker walnut chest of drawers with three central drawers, flanked by grooved doors, each revealing three interior drawers.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Hobey Helen Nightstands
Hobey Helen Nightstands

Hobey Helen Nightstands

Unavailable

H 26 in W 31 in D 18 in

Hobey Helen Nightstands

By Hobey Helen, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Baltimore, MD

Striking Hobey Helen for Baker boomerang form nightstands.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Stunning Modernist Walnut and Brass Dresser by Helen Hobey Baker
Stunning Modernist Walnut and Brass Dresser by Helen Hobey Baker

Stunning Modernist Walnut and Brass Dresser by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning modernist walnut and brass dresser by Helen Hobey Baker. Superior quality and construction.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Stunning Modernist Walnut and Brass Dresser/Desk by Helen Hobey Baker
Stunning Modernist Walnut and Brass Dresser/Desk by Helen Hobey Baker

Stunning Modernist Walnut and Brass Dresser/Desk by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning modernist walnut and brass dresser /desk by Helen Hobey Baker.. Superior quality and construction.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s
Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s

Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Hastings, GB

Rare sculptural mid century walnut sideboard by Helen Hobey Baker, USA 1960s. Brutalist metal medallions on the doors.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Helen Hobey Baker Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Nightstands c. 1960s
Helen Hobey Baker Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Nightstands c. 1960s

Helen Hobey Baker Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Nightstands c. 1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Denville, NJ

This rare pair of 1960s nightstands by husband and wife team Helen Hobey Baker embodies the duo’s refined approach to mid-century design, marked by bold geometry and distinctive mate...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's
Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Culver City, CA

This gorgeous walnut credenza was designed by Helen & Hobey Baker in the 1950's. This piece has all the fun aspects of a true bold mid century modern piece -- clean, angular swooping...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Mid Century Modern 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser c. 1960s
Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Mid Century Modern 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser c. 1960s

Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Mid Century Modern 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser c. 1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Denville, NJ

This striking 1960s lowboy dresser by husband and wife team Helen Hobey Baker is a standout example of sculptural modernism blended with Asian-inspired detailing.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Walnut & Burl Highboy Chest Dresser by Helen & Hobey Baker, c1960s
Mid Century Walnut & Burl Highboy Chest Dresser by Helen & Hobey Baker, c1960s

Mid Century Walnut & Burl Highboy Chest Dresser by Helen & Hobey Baker, c1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Whether you're looking to infuse your home with vintage sophistication or seeking a functional yet stylish storage solution, this Helen & Hobey Baker chest of drawers is a timeless t...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Helen Hobey Baker Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2
Mid-Century Modern Helen Hobey Baker Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2

Mid-Century Modern Helen Hobey Baker Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2

By Helen Hobey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut nightstands by Helen Hobey. Show casing elegant proportions and refined craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's
Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Culver City, CA

This gorgeous walnut 2 piece chest on chest was designed by Helen & Hobey Baker in the 1950's. This piece has all the fun aspects of a true bold mid century modern piece -- clean, an...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Skeletal Nightstands by Helen Hobey Baker, C1960s
Mid Century Modern Skeletal Nightstands by Helen Hobey Baker, C1960s

Mid Century Modern Skeletal Nightstands by Helen Hobey Baker, C1960s

By Baker Brothers, Helen Hobey

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Just in, a walnut and bronze nightstands by Helen Hobey for Baker, c1960s. This pair is in original condition and features a walnut finish with a skeletal base making them seem like ...

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Mid Century Modern King Size Headboard c. 1960s
Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Mid Century Modern King Size Headboard c. 1960s

Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Mid Century Modern King Size Headboard c. 1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Denville, NJ

Designed by husband and wife team Helen Hobey Baker in the 1960s, this vintage king-size headboard offers a bold architectural presence with thoughtful detail.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Skeletal Credenza by Helen Hobey Baker, C1960s
Mid Century Modern Skeletal Credenza by Helen Hobey Baker, C1960s

Mid Century Modern Skeletal Credenza by Helen Hobey Baker, C1960s

By Helen Hobey, Baker Brothers

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Just in, a walnut and bronze credenza by Helen Hobey for Baker, c1960s. This piece is in original condition and features a walnut finish with a skeletal base making it almost seem li...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentleman's Chest by Helen Hobey for Baker, c1960s
Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentleman's Chest by Helen Hobey for Baker, c1960s

Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentleman's Chest by Helen Hobey for Baker, c1960s

By Hoby Helen Baker

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Just in, a walnut and bronze highboy/gentleman's chest by Helen Hobey Baker, c1960s. This piece is in original condition and features a walnut finish with a skeletal base making it a...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Helen & Hobey Baker Large Mid-Century Modern Dresser
Helen & Hobey Baker Large Mid-Century Modern Dresser

Helen & Hobey Baker Large Mid-Century Modern Dresser

By Helen Hobey, Hoby Helen Baker

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Impressive walnut dresser designed by designer couple Helen and Hobey Baker in the 1950s. Beautifully sculpted top and legs with nine drawers behind four doors.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Sideboard by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture
Sideboard by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture

Sideboard by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture

By Hobey Helen, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dallas, TX

Walnut with brushed gold metal detail on legs and handles. Very well constructed with shelves in center and drawers on each side. Floats on a wooden base.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Hobey Helen Baker Mid Century Walnut Credenza Lowboy dresser
Hobey Helen Baker Mid Century Walnut Credenza Lowboy dresser

Hobey Helen Baker Mid Century Walnut Credenza Lowboy dresser

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Hobey Helen Baker Mid Century Walnut Credenza Lowboy dresser This dresser measures: 78.5 wide x 21.75 deep x 30.25 inches high ?

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Dramatic Sideboard Credenza by HOBEY HELEN BAKER style of dunbar & edmund spence
Dramatic Sideboard Credenza by HOBEY HELEN BAKER style of dunbar & edmund spence

Dramatic Sideboard Credenza by HOBEY HELEN BAKER style of dunbar & edmund spence

By Dunbar Furniture, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Designed by Hobey and Helen Baker for York County Chair Company.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

King Size Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Elegant Arches
King Size Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Elegant Arches

King Size Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard with Elegant Arches

By Helen Hobey, Broyhill Brasilia, Baker Furniture Company, Henredon

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This king size vintage headboard is an elegant balance between Mid-Century Modern simplicity and the romance of French Provincial. The curved arches and raindrop figuring bring a sof...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Dresser Credenza by Helen Hobey
Dresser Credenza by Helen Hobey

Dresser Credenza by Helen Hobey

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H 31.5 in W 78 in D 21.75 in

Dresser Credenza by Helen Hobey

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Stylish midcentury credenza, dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker. Very well constructed with complex angular forms and asymmetrical dimensions.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Large Helen Hobey Baker Chest on Chest
Large Helen Hobey Baker Chest on Chest

Large Helen Hobey Baker Chest on Chest

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H 55 in W 49 in D 21 in

Large Helen Hobey Baker Chest on Chest

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century, Asia Modern, Hollywood Regency style done by noted woman designer, Helen Hobey.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Full Size Bed by Helen Hobey Mid-Century Modern
Full Size Bed by Helen Hobey Mid-Century Modern

Full Size Bed by Helen Hobey Mid-Century Modern

By Helen Hobey

Located in New York, NY

Great full size bed designed by Helen Hobey - recently professionally refinished to perfection.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Bronze Nightstands
Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Bronze Nightstands

Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Bronze Nightstands

By Helen Hobey, Baker Brothers

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Pair of newly finished walnut nightstands by Helen Hobey for Baker. These examples feature formed bronze pulls, sculptural forms and plenty of interior storage.

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Bronze

Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Bronze Credenza
Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Bronze Credenza

Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Bronze Credenza

By Helen Hobey, Baker Brothers

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Newly finished walnut credenza by Helen Hobey for Baker. This example features formed bronze pulls, sculptural forms and plenty of interior storage.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Mirror by Helen Hobey Baker
Mid Century Mirror by Helen Hobey Baker

Mid Century Mirror by Helen Hobey Baker

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H 49 in W 30.75 in D 0.75 in

Mid Century Mirror by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Stylish mirror with walnut trim, gold interior liner and bevelled plate glass mirror, designed by Helen Hobey Baker. Excellent original condition, currently configured to hang vertic...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Helen Hobey Walnut Square Panel Headboard by Baker Furniture
Helen Hobey Walnut Square Panel Headboard by Baker Furniture

Helen Hobey Walnut Square Panel Headboard by Baker Furniture

By Baker Furniture Company, Helen Hobey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern king size headboard designed by Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture, featuring distinctive repeating square panels.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Burl King Size Headboard
Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Burl King Size Headboard

Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut and Burl King Size Headboard

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Miami, FL

A vintage Mid-Century Modern king size walnut bed designed by Helen Hobey and manufactured by Baker Furniture in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard
Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard

By Helen Hobey

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard This headboard measures: 60.5 wide x 2.25 deep x 38 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as m...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Helen Hobey Baker Midcentury Walnut and Burlwood Lowboy Dresser
Helen Hobey Baker Midcentury Walnut and Burlwood Lowboy Dresser

Helen Hobey Baker Midcentury Walnut and Burlwood Lowboy Dresser

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Helen Hobey Baker midcentury walnut and burlwood lowboy dresser This lowboy measures: 81.5 wide x 21 deep x 31 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Pair of Asia Modern Nightstands by Helen Hobey for Baker
Pair of Asia Modern Nightstands by Helen Hobey for Baker

Pair of Asia Modern Nightstands by Helen Hobey for Baker

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Very stylish night tables designed by Helen Hobey for Baker, midcentury production, Asia Modern style.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Pair of Diamond Form Mirrors by Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture
Pair of Diamond Form Mirrors by Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture

Pair of Diamond Form Mirrors by Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Nice pair of walnut framed bevelled glass diamond form wall mirrors designed by Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture. Very decorative, and chic, clean ready to use condition (brown paper...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Pr. Hollywood Regency Asia Modern Style Nightstands by Helen Hobey Baker
Pr. Hollywood Regency Asia Modern Style Nightstands by Helen Hobey Baker

Pr. Hollywood Regency Asia Modern Style Nightstands by Helen Hobey Baker

By Helen Hobey

Located in New York, NY

Pair of voguish Hollywood Regency, Asia Modern style night stands designed by Helen Hobey, circa 1950/60's. The nightstands feature a two stylized door cabinet with an interpretatio...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Walnut & Burl Lowboy Credenza/Buffet by Helen & Hobey Baker, c1960s
Mid Century Walnut & Burl Lowboy Credenza/Buffet by Helen & Hobey Baker, c1960s

Mid Century Walnut & Burl Lowboy Credenza/Buffet by Helen & Hobey Baker, c1960s

By Helen Hobey

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Whether you're looking to infuse your home with vintage sophistication or seeking a functional yet stylish storage solution, this Helen & Hobey Baker credenza is a timeless treasure.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

1950s Vintage Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Modern Single Nightstand
1950s Vintage Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Modern Single Nightstand

1950s Vintage Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Modern Single Nightstand

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Saddle River, NJ

This vintage nightstand is a perfect complement to the Helen Hobey Baker Mid-Century Modern Credenza you listed.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood

Rare Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut, Burl & Rosewood
Rare Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut, Burl & Rosewood

Rare Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut, Burl & Rosewood

By Helen Hobey

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Rare Dresser by Helen Hobey for BAKER. Constructed with walnut, burl and rosewood.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut, Burl

Asian-Influenced Mid-Century Modern Display Case by Helen Hobey for Baker
Asian-Influenced Mid-Century Modern Display Case by Helen Hobey for Baker

Asian-Influenced Mid-Century Modern Display Case by Helen Hobey for Baker

By Baker Furniture Company, Helen Hobey

Located in Lafayette, IN

Magnificent Asian-influenced cabinet designed by Helen Hobey for Baker Furniture. This piece features: Lower cabinet - Four doors with interior shelf - "Floating" side-mount...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1950s Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Credenza or Dresser in Mid Century Modern Style
1950s Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Credenza or Dresser in Mid Century Modern Style

1950s Helen Hobey Baker Vintage Credenza or Dresser in Mid Century Modern Style

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Saddle River, NJ

This stunning vintage credenza is a true testament to Helen Hobey Baker's iconic mid-century modern design.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Pair of Helen Hobey for Baker Trapezoid Shape Night Stands End Side Tables MINT!
Pair of Helen Hobey for Baker Trapezoid Shape Night Stands End Side Tables MINT!

Pair of Helen Hobey for Baker Trapezoid Shape Night Stands End Side Tables MINT!

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Helen Hobey for Baker Trapezoid Shape Night Stands End Side Tables MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Fully Restored Walnut & Burl Helen Hobey for Baker Nightstands
Pair of Fully Restored Walnut & Burl Helen Hobey for Baker Nightstands

Pair of Fully Restored Walnut & Burl Helen Hobey for Baker Nightstands

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This rare and super sculptural pair of nightstands was designed in the 1970s by Helen Hobey for Baker. They feature a walnut and burlwood construction that is warm and pleasant to th...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Helen Hobey Baker Highboy Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers
Helen Hobey Baker Highboy Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers

Helen Hobey Baker Highboy Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers

By Hobey Helen

Located in Wayne, NJ

Hobey Helen Baker Highboy Chest of Drawers

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Rare Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut, Burl & Brass
Rare Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut, Burl & Brass

Rare Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Helen Hobey for Baker Walnut, Burl & Brass

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Miami, FL

A stunning vintage triple dresser designed by wife and husband team Helen and Hobey Baker for Baker Furniture. The Mid-Century Modern cabinet features a two-toned, Asian inspired, sl...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Mid Century Walnut Nightstands by Helen Hobey For Baker, 1960s
Pair of Mid Century Walnut Nightstands by Helen Hobey For Baker, 1960s

Pair of Mid Century Walnut Nightstands by Helen Hobey For Baker, 1960s

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Step back in time with this stunning pair of mid-century nightstands manufactured by Baker in the 1960s. Showcasing a timeless walnut finish, these pieces will bring a touch of vinta...

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Vintage 1960s Night Stands

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Hobey Helen Baker Credenza or Buffet
Hobey Helen Baker Credenza or Buffet

Hobey Helen Baker Credenza or Buffet

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H 31.5 in W 76 in D 19.75 in

Hobey Helen Baker Credenza or Buffet

By Hobey Helen

Located in Wayne, NJ

Hobey Helen Baker credenza, buffet or sideboard.

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Vintage 1970s American Credenzas

Hobey Helen Baker Side End Tables nightstands
Hobey Helen Baker Side End Tables nightstands

Hobey Helen Baker Side End Tables nightstands

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H 25.5 in W 30.25 in D 16.25 in

Hobey Helen Baker Side End Tables nightstands

By Hobey Helen

Located in Wayne, NJ

Hobey Helen Baker Side End Tables nightstands

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Gorgeous Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style Walnut Credenza
Gorgeous Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style Walnut Credenza

Gorgeous Hobey Helen Baker Asian Style Walnut Credenza

By Hobey Helen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous and unique Hobey Helen Baker Asian influenced walnut credenza.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Bronze

Stunning Pair Gothic Cathedral Shaped Mirrors Hobey Helen Baker
Stunning Pair Gothic Cathedral Shaped Mirrors Hobey Helen Baker

Stunning Pair Gothic Cathedral Shaped Mirrors Hobey Helen Baker

By Hobey Helen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning pair of Hobey Helen Baker Gothic cathedral shaped mirrors.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Lovely Hobey Helen Tall Walnut Dresser Chest, Mid-Century Modern
Lovely Hobey Helen Tall Walnut Dresser Chest, Mid-Century Modern

Lovely Hobey Helen Tall Walnut Dresser Chest, Mid-Century Modern

By Hobey Helen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely Hobey Helen tall walnut dresser chest. We love the interesting pierced hardware and the stylish well constructed base.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Fabulous Hobey Helen Baker King Size Headboard Pair of Nightstands Midcentury
Fabulous Hobey Helen Baker King Size Headboard Pair of Nightstands Midcentury

Fabulous Hobey Helen Baker King Size Headboard Pair of Nightstands Midcentury

By Hobey Helen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous Hobey Helen Baker Asian modern king size headboard with the matching night stands.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal

Mid Century Modern King Size Headboard by Helen and Hobey Baker, c1960s
Mid Century Modern King Size Headboard by Helen and Hobey Baker, c1960s

Mid Century Modern King Size Headboard by Helen and Hobey Baker, c1960s

By Hoby Helen Baker

Located in Chino Hills, CA

This vintage, mid-century modern King Size headboard, designed by the iconic wife and husband duo, Helen and Hobey Baker, is a testament to timeless aesthetic and craftsmanship.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Hobey Helen Baker Walnut Sideboard Credenza
Hobey Helen Baker Walnut Sideboard Credenza

Hobey Helen Baker Walnut Sideboard Credenza

By Hobey Helen

Located in Chicago, IL

On par with Dunbar, Widdicomb and Wormley, this rare walnut, Hobey Helen Baker credenza boasts a "boomerang" style curved front, four beautiful walnut doors that open to three interi...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Hobey Helen Baker Credenza
Hobey Helen Baker Credenza

Hobey Helen Baker Credenza

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H 31.5 in W 76 in D 19.75 in

Hobey Helen Baker Credenza

By Hoby Helen Baker

Located in San Diego, CA

Credenza or buffet by Hobey Helen Baker. Excellent refinished condition, circa 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

American Modern Sideboard by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture
American Modern Sideboard by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture

American Modern Sideboard by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture

By Baker Furniture Company, Hobey Helen

Located in Baltimore, MD

This American Modern sideboard designed by Hobey Helen for Baker Furniture has clean lines and brushed gold handles and details on the legs.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Metal

Hobe Sterling Gold Tone And Bakelite Pin
Hobe Sterling Gold Tone And Bakelite Pin

Hobe Sterling Gold Tone And Bakelite Pin

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H 0.75 in W 3.25 in D 1.75 in

Hobe Sterling Gold Tone And Bakelite Pin

By Hobey Helen

Located in Solebury, PA

Intricately designed HOBE Gold Tone on silver pin with semi precious stones and a hand carved Bakelite figure. The patented designed pin is 1/20th 14 K gold on silver with a beautifu...

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20th Century American Collectible Jewelry

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Precious Stone

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern Credenza Asian Flair Hobey Helen Baker
Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern Credenza Asian Flair Hobey Helen Baker

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern Credenza Asian Flair Hobey Helen Baker

By Hobey Helen

Located in Marietta, GA

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern credenza Asian flair - Hobey Helen Baker. Mid-Century Modern credenza or dresser with clean and sleek lines yet unusually refined and sophisticated.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

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Helen Hobey For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal helen hobey for your home. A helen hobey — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect helen hobey — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A helen hobey is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made helen hobey has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Helen Hobey, Hobey Helen and Baker Furniture Company are consistently popular.

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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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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.