The Drexel Profile furniture collection was designed by John Van Koert, and it was in production from 1955 to 1961. Van Koert started out as a jewelry designer for Harry Winston after WWII and later branched into industrial design. He also is well known for designing silver for Towle, particularly the Contour design; his particular attention to the drawer pulls and other hardware on Profile pieces is noted in the catalog. Thanks to Femme1 for obtaining this information – including this complete 1960 catalog, courtesy of the excellent customer service at Drexel. Femme1 owns the walnut dining table and chairs #K40, and the round extension table, with #K62, the side chairs.
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1960 catalog:
Colleen says
I have recently inherited from my Grandmother the K35 Buffet and K35 Deck. I love it, but it is missing one of the glass pieces and I cannot find a replacement light bulb. It was sitting vacant for many years, but when I plugged in the cabinet the bulb actually worked. Now it has burnt out and I can’t seem to find a replacement bulb, I just returned from another search at Lowes. I wonder if they even make this bulb anymore? Does anyone know any information about the lighting that was used in this cabinet? I went to the Drexel customer service page but it said they are not replying to requests about lines that are currently not on their site. The bulb is a long round bulb and what I am able to still read on the bulb it says it is a General Electric, 60 W, 125 V. There are a few other words on there that have faded off… It seems all of the bulbs I found that looked similar have the prongs on the end, this bulb does not.
Tracee' says
The bulbs for the K35 Buffet can be found. My electrician friend found them through one of his on line electrician sites for 75.00. It’s worth it because they last so long! I used mine on a set timer for hours every night.
wanda says
I recently purchased a K35 buffet. There was a light fixture with it but not attached in any way. Can you tell me where the fixture should be?
aoi says
I just got a table with chairs that looks very similar in design to the Profile line, but is made of mahogany. Does anyone if the Profile series was made strictly in walnut/pecan wood, or was there a switch to mahogany at some point? The only info I have found (stamped on the bottom of the table) is #7002-1, made in 1957.
Leslie Logan says
I just inherited quite a few pieces of this line. I am wondering how I can get replacement handles and also find out how much they are worth. I have
K4 with mirror
K12
K38 with open deck
K64 arm chair 1
K64 side chairs 5
K37
and also a side table but did not see it listed above.
Thanks!
Erin N says
Hi everyone,
This website has been such a help. I just purchased a canned wooden chair from Salvation Army for $25. It’s tagged as a Drexel chair and has another smaller tag, underneath the cushion, that reads “F. Kincaid.” It’s in nearly new condition with no stains, tears, or knicks. The pattern of the fabric is light yellow and a soft green, almost plaid like pattern.
I did some research and found that Kincaid is (currently) a separate furniture company with no direct customer service line. I also noticed Drexel’s customer service isn’t taking any questions on older furniture but am going to try there anyways.
Anyways, I was just wondering if anyone on this form has a similar piece or if they know of any other websites specializing in information on vintage Drexel furniture.
Thanks so much. This website has been such a help!
Becky says
I have a 1960 Drexel sideboard buffet with Mahogany Association Inc. sticker 160 inside. It is in pretty good condition, some knicks. How do I find out what the value is? I looked at Drexel’s customer service and it mentions that they are not taking any more questions about old pieces. Any suggestions?
pam kueber says
Becky, we do not do valuations here…
Becky says
Thank you
Janet says
Beautiful furniture line. I inherited my Mom and Dad’s bedroom set: dresser with attached mirror, high dresser, night stand, and twin bed frames. It has held up remarkably well and the finish still looks wonderful.
Karen says
I just purchased 2 step end tables at an estate sale. One of the tables is stamped ‘Projection’ with date of 8/59. The tables appear to be identical in every way (including dimensions) to the step end table in the pictured ‘Profile’ catalog.
Jill says
I have two of these pieces; K13-2 Occasional Chest (pictured in image 1 of 29 above) and KS6-4of 57 (pictured in image 16 of 29 above).
Not sure if I want to sell or keep them…if I were to sell, can anyone suggest a fair price. They have normal wear and tear and one table has a small chip in the top back corner.
Thanks!
JC
pam kueber says
Chris: Call Drexel Customer Service.
Chris Wright says
After a days research I just learned that the “projection” is the line….OK a little slow here. Any info where I can find pictures of the Projection line like the Profile pix you have on the site here?
I love this site by the way!!