Bassett Furniture Value & Price Guide

Bassett Furniture has long been a staple of American craftsmanship, offering high-quality wood pieces that blend durability with timeless style. Collectors particularly prize the brand's mid-century modern and French Provincial designs from the mid-20th century.

History of Bassett Furniture

Founded in 1902 by J.D. Bassett in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bassett Furniture Industries grew from a small family sawmill into one of the world's largest furniture manufacturers. By the 1950s and 60s, the company became a leader in the mass production of stylish, affordable furniture for the American middle class, successfully pivoting from traditional styles to the sleek lines of the Mid-Century Modern movement.

Value Factors for Bassett Furniture

• Condition of the wood veneer, as deep scratches or water rings significantly lower the resale value.
• The specific design era, with Mid-Century Modern pieces typically outperforming traditional or colonial styles.
• Completeness of sets, such as matching nightstands or a dresser with its original detachable mirror.
• Rarity of the collection line, with carved series like the Mayan or Aztec being more sought after than standard French Provincial models.

Tips for Buying Bassett Furniture

• Check the interior of the top left drawer for the burned-in Bassett logo to ensure authenticity.
• Inspect the dovetail joints on dressers and nightstands as a sign of the brand's signature construction quality.
• Look for specific designer lines like the 'Mayan' series which command higher prices due to their unique carved details.
• Verify that original hardware is intact, as Bassett used specific brass and wood pulls that are difficult to replace.

Items in This Collection

• Bassett Furniture Dresser
• Bassett Furniture Industries Dresser
• Bassett Furniture End Table
• Bassett China Cabinet
• Bassett Furniture Dresser with Mirror
• Bassett Mayan Nightstand
• Bassett Furniture Hutch
• Bassett French Provincial Nightstand
• Bassett Furniture Mid-Century Modern Dresser
• Bassett Furniture Writing Desk
• Bassett Furniture French Provincial China Cabinet