John Kapel's Walnut Eight Drawer Dresser
This low eight-drawer dresser was designed by John Kapel and produced by Glenn of California in the USA during the 1960s. Built in solid walnut, the long case offers eight drawers of storage with the low, horizontal profile characteristic of American mid-century design. Fully restored and ready for immediate use.
Modern Storage for Contemporary Bedrooms
Finding original mid-century bedroom dressers that pair clean horizontal symmetry with rich timber tones is difficult. At Mid Century Mobler, we bring genuine vintage design directly from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Germany, England, Scotland, France, and Italy. Our team personally selects every item during overseas sourcing trips to ensure superior craftsmanship for your home.
Our walnut eight drawer dresser features sculpted wooden pulls and recessed, floating legs, with a rich dark chocolate wood grain finish. The low, wide proportions create an expansive top surface suitable for any bedroom accessories while offering vast concealed storage inside eight deep drawers. Pair this dresser with classic European furniture to add geometric balance and functional storage to a modern bedroom.
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Details
Origin: USA
Designer: John Kapel
Manufacturer: Glenn of California
Era: 1960s
Materials: Walnut
Measurements: 83.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29.75″ tall
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes John Kapel designs for Glenn of California unique?
John Kapel gained recognition for combining mid-century California modernism with sculptured woodwork, integrating drawer pulls directly into the timber face rather than attaching separate metal hardware.
How are the drawers constructed on this John Kapel dresser?
Each drawer utilizes traditional dovetail joinery with solid wood side boxes, sliding on center-mounted wooden tracks that provide smooth, long-lasting operation without synthetic glides.
Can this low eight drawer dresser work outside of the bedroom?
Yes, the wide top surface and low height make this piece an excellent credenza or media console in living rooms or entryways.
How should I clean and protect the American walnut finish?
Dust the dresser top weekly with a soft, dry microfiber cloth, avoid setting down liquids without coasters, and reapply a quality wood oil once or twice a year to help maintain the appearance.
Return Policy
All sales are final. We do not accept returns or offer any warranties on any vintage or new production item. Orders can be returned or cancelled within a 24-hour period from the initial sale time and date for a refund of the full purchase price. All returns made after 24 hours of the initial purchase date will receive store credit for the full value of the purchase price. We do our best to accurately represent each item and are more than happy to provide you with as much information as possible before your purchase.
Shipping
We offer white glove, in home delivery on all orders in the continental United States. For shipping quotes on items going to Hawaii and Alaska, or any international location, please contact us and we can guide you through your shipping options. We use a fully-insured white glove shipping service for the majority of our long distance shipping. After your order is picked up from our showroom, west coast deliveries will take approximately 2-3 weeks for delivery, while east coast deliveries will be closer to 4-6 weeks for delivery. For smaller items, we pack them ourselves and ship them via UPS Ground. All shipping orders will have a tracking number.
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