Weiman
Weiman left an indelible mark on the history of American furniture manufacturing as a leader in mid-century modern design. Its high-quality work included fabric upholstered and on-trend sofas, chaise longues and lounge chairs. Weiman also created many beautiful solid wood pieces, like side tables and end tables full of charm and character.
Weiman came onto the American furniture scene in 1935 in Rockford, Illinois, a city known for its furniture manufacturing industry. Weiman expanded in 1941 with the construction of a large factory. According to Rockford Streamlined, it was “one of the very finest factories in all the world of furniture.” While it industrialized its manufacturing processes, Weiman continued to focus on heirloom quality pieces with excellent craftsmanship.
Over the years, Weiman developed a more modern style. The company’s upholstered furniture was often inspired by innovative developments in design. It acquired a reputation for bold and colorful pieces that customers could personalize to their tastes.
In 1979, Weiman became a subsidiary of leading furniture manufacturer Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. to continued success over the subsequent decades. In 2003, Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. announced that the Weiman division would acquire assets of upholstery manufacturer Preview Furniture, Inc., creating Weiman Preview. The new company offered a stronger lineup of contemporary furniture and worked with designers like Vladimir Kagan, M.F. Harty and Stanley Jay Friedman.
Contemporary decor company Interlude Home Inc. purchased Weiman Preview in 2006 to expand its accent furniture collection. The purchase transformed Interlude Home Inc. into a custom furniture brand now known for upscale designs.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Weiman
Upholstery
1990s American Post-Modern Weiman
Chrome
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Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Weiman
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Weiman
Mahogany, Leather
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Weiman
Leather
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Weiman
Fabric, Upholstery
1990s American Art Deco Weiman
Ultrasuede
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- When was Weiman Furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Weiman company made handcrafted and custom furniture from the 1930s to 1960s. Today, they sell surface cleaners, furniture polish, and other products. You’ll find a collection of antique Weiman furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.