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Vintage Drexel Declaration furniture – Catherine sends us a gorgeous brochure

Pam Kueber - June 11, 2008, Updated: August 2, 2021

drexel declaration furniture ad

drexel declaration living roomFollowing the “original” Drexel post (where we also met Troy of Troyland), the wonderful Catherine kindly scanned some precious vintage Drexel advertising to share with other readers. She says:

Here is one of my Drexel Declaration ads that was in the drawer of the dresser that I bought from my Great Grandmother. She had marked the ones that were “mine” and even wrote the price next to our Catkin bed – $79!!! I just love the living/dining room scene!! Wish I could find that living room set. Anyway, hope you enjoy! – Catherine

drexel declaration furniture brochureCatherine, did you say “Catkin”? That bed was surely destined for you! And from your Great Grandmother, no less! Thank you so much, this Drexel furniture is AWESOME! More posts on it to come – the original post inspired some other content, including a reader purchase!

Rob’s vintage Drexel Declaration bedroom set:

drexel declaration headboard drexel declaration bedside table nightstand drexel declaration dresser drexel declaration bedroom dresser

Above: Added March 2014 — Reader Rob sent us these four photos of his vintage Drexel Declaration bedroom set. Thanks, Rob! He wrote:

Hello Pam,
Thanks so much for writing back! I love your site, especially the Time Capsule house articles. I am attaching the photos of the Drexel set here- I got a 5-pc bedroom set for a song, worst part was driving to Queens to pick up and then hauling them up to my fourth floor walk-up. I found them through Apartment Therapy Classifieds (run by Krrb), more proof that affordable doesn’t have to mean Ikea!
 
Best regards,
Rob

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  1. Ina says

    January 6, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    Anyone know the original material and color the caned back Declaration “party chairs” ? I just picked up five!

    Brochure shows red seats – just saw a set purporting to be original with white leather or vinyl seats. thank you for this great super useful site !

  2. Terri D. says

    July 9, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    I have a question if anyone knows. I have two Declaration end tables in great condition. 881-311-3 these pieces have a wicker piece underneath. Very pretty.
    I want to sell them but don’t know what they are worth, any ideas?
    Thank you

  3. Joyce Bihary says

    December 25, 2010 at 12:57 pm

    I just purchased a second hand table made by Drexel. It is stamped Declaration by Drexel 851-340 Rd Ext. 7 ft. table. There was no leaf that came with it. I am wondering what kind of wood it is and if you could give any leads as to how or the possibility of acquiring a leaf for the table. There is also stamped SD-14 on the underside. I love the clean lines and look of the wood. Would appreciate any information you could give to me on this line.
    Thanks, JB

    • pam kueber says

      December 25, 2010 at 10:17 pm

      Sorry, Joyce, I don’t know… you might try contacting Drexel directly. The Declaration line is one of my favorites!

      • Joyce Bihary says

        December 28, 2010 at 8:09 am

        Thanks for your reply. This is a first for me to blog or whatever it is called that we are doing. I appreciate your quick response.
        Jb

  4. JB says

    November 28, 2010 at 6:41 pm

    Does anyone know if Drexel Declaration pieces are solid walnut wood or did the company also use veneers in this line? Thanks.

  5. paul says

    July 2, 2010 at 10:03 pm

    I’m trying to figure out what chairs i have. They are drxel queen ann style i guess (wing bac k / barrel back. wood frame w/ material inserts. I can not find any pic’s at all even close. The seat is about 12 in. off the ground ( yes low!!!). They are from as far back as i can rember in my grandmother’s home the 60’s.
    Ps behind the back cushin is 5 curved and carved supporting slats. any insite would be great!!!

    Paul

  6. Rita C. Frischer says

    November 16, 2009 at 11:36 pm

    This is a great site I found while trying to track down the collection name of our mid-century dining room china cabinet…and there it is in the top picture: Declaration. We love it but the push-to-release hook latch on one of the cabinet doors is broken and we can’t get the door open once it’s closed. No latch like this to be found in hardware stores, apparently, and I’m hoping someone can advise me of a source..

  7. Anniebean says

    November 15, 2009 at 12:48 pm

    I have the Declaration dining set (or most of it) that Inherited from my mother. China cabinet, buffet, side table, dining table and 8 chairs. My sister has some of the other pieces; round coffee table and bench. Any ideas of what it’s worth????

  8. Bev Sayre says

    July 13, 2009 at 8:43 pm

    I have a night table with the inscription:
    K26-2 N,S. Profile by Drexel
    Can you tell me when it was manufactured

    • pam kueber says

      July 14, 2009 at 4:03 am

      Hi Bev, this is not my area of expertise. I suggest you call Drexel customer service…good luck.

  9. Jill Long says

    June 15, 2009 at 7:06 pm

    I have a buffet and table and chairs stamped Drexel, tempo. Do you know what wood it is. I know that it is a veneer and would love to refinish it. What is the best way to refinish it? I would like to stain it too, what products are the best
    Jill

    • pam kueber says

      June 16, 2009 at 2:01 am

      Hi Jill. I approved your comment – but only to clarify for you (and other new readers) that this site focuses on aesthetics, vintage inspiration and the social-domestic history that led to our houses — but, it’s not a DIY site. On occasion we do post things about basic cleaning and polishing…but for anything more extensive than that I’ll point you to other sites or to professionals. I am guessing there are quite a few out there that can help you with furniture refinishing. Good luck!

  10. Anne Pearson says

    May 29, 2009 at 7:26 am

    I have a Drexel Profile dining room table ( with leaves and table pads) and 4 chairs. Also a double headboard. I have the original brochure from 1956. The wood is walnut. It is very well made furniture.

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