Identification Label for Henredon Furniture
Decorative art component / Manufacturer's identification plate • Henredon Furniture Industries, Inc. (Manufacturer); Inspector: Gene E. York
Style & Movement
Mid-to-Late Century Modern American Furniture / Traditionalist Manufacturing
Medium & Technique
Etched and printed brass-tone metal plate with adhesive backing; features embossed or screen-printed typography and a handwritten-style signature
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (approx. 1970s–1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 2 x 0.75 inches; rectangular vertical format
Subject Description
An industrial identification tag used for quality control. It displays the 'Henredon' brand name vertically, a production or serial number '4191453', and the name of an inspector 'Gene E. York'.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible oxidation/pitting on the metal surface and adhesive residue around the edges
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $20 (value of the label itself for restoration purposes)
Auction Estimate
N/A (Typically sold as part of a larger furniture lot)
Provenance History
Original to a piece of Henredon furniture; typically found inside drawers, on the back of cabinets, or underside of tables
Art Historical Significance
Represents the quality assurance practices of high-end American furniture manufacturing during the peak of North Carolina's furniture industry dominance
Notable Features
Features the specific inspector's signature, which was a hallmark of Henredon's luxury branding to emphasize hand-finished quality
Condition Issues
Surface pitting, minor scratches, and accumulation of dust/grime along the perimeter
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with a micro-fiber cloth; avoid abrasive metal cleaners that may strip the printed black lettering