What is midcentury modern?

Organic shapes, clean lines and elegant simplicity describe mid-century modern American furniture well. The style, which emerged primarily in the post-World War II era, is characterized by furniture that was crafted by creators who believed that good design was key to good living.Today, mid-century modern is by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.

Midcentury Modern Nightstands

Pair Of Vintage Nightstands

Mid Century Walnut Nightstands

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Nightstands, 1950 Maple

H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 13 in

Kent Coffey Continental Mid Century Nightstand

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Countryside, IL

Kent Coffey Continental Mid Century Nightstand This nightstand measures: 22 wide x 18 deep x 28.5

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Kent Coffey Continental Mid Century Nightstand

H 28.5 in W 22 in D 18 in

American of Martinsville Mid-Century Nightstand

By American of Martinsville

Located in Countryside, IL

American of Martinsville mid-century nightstand. This nightstand measures: 23 wide x 16.25 deep

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

American of Martinsville Mid-Century Nightstand

H 22.25 in W 23 in D 16.25 in

Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Nightstand

By Pulaski Furniture Corporation, Witco

Located in Countryside, IL

Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Nightstand This nightstand measures: 28 wide x 16 deep x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Nightstand

H 22.25 in W 28 in D 16 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Nightstand

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Countryside, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century nightstand This nightstand measures: 23 wide x 18 deep x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Nightstand

H 23.75 in W 23 in D 18 in

Lane Rhythm Paul McCobb Style Mid Century Nightstand

By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture

Located in Countryside, IL

Lane Rhythm Paul McCobb style mid century nightstand This nightstand measures: 22 wide x 17 deep x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Lane Rhythm Paul McCobb Style Mid Century Nightstand

H 22 in W 22 in D 17 in

Denmark Mid Century Nightstand End Table

Located in Baltimore, MD

A beautiful mid-century nightstand end table by Nordisk Andels Eksport made in Denmark

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Teak

Denmark Mid Century Nightstand End Table

H 20 in W 24 in D 18 in

Albert Parvin for American of Martinsville Mid Century Nightstand

By American of Martinsville

Located in Countryside, IL

Albert Parvin for American of Martinsville mid century nightstand This nightstand measures: 21

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Albert Parvin for American of Martinsville Mid Century Nightstand

H 22.5 in W 21 in D 16 in

Pair of Mid Century Nightstands in the Manner of Paul Frankl

By Paul Frankl

Located in Pasadena, TX

Pair of mid century nightstands featuring cork fronts Pair of walnut vintage nightstands or side

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Steel

Pair of Mid Century Nightstands in the Manner of Paul Frankl

H 19 in W 19 in D 13 in

George Nelson Style Kroehler Signature Series Mid Century Nightstands - Pair

By George Nelson, Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Countryside, IL

George Nelson Style Kroehler Signature Series Mid Century Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal, Chrome

George Nelson Style Kroehler Signature Series Mid Century Nightstands - Pair

H 24.75 in W 20 in D 16 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Nightstands, 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

A very stylish pair of Italian mid-century nightstands crafted out of dark solid wood and

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Nightstands, 1960s

H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 14.18 in

Charcoal Mid Century Nightstand

Located in Westwood, NJ

The clean, linear frame of this Charcoal colored nightstand gives off a streamlined air. The piece

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Glass, Wood

Charcoal Mid Century Nightstand

H 29.5 in W 33.25 in D 18.25 in

Single Mid-Century Nightstand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This American made side table is a great example of 1960s style and design. Warm walnut grain table with open storage and single drawer for storage. Attractive top with sculpted edge...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Single Mid-Century Nightstand

H 24.5 in W 21.5 in D 14.5 in

Dark Oak Mid Century Nightstand

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this nightstand adds a touch of sophistication and

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal

Dark Oak Mid Century Nightstand

H 27 in W 35 in D 19 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Nightstands

Located in North Bergen, NJ

A beautiful pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern nightstands. Two drawers on one of them and swinging

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Nightstands

H 22 in W 22.5 in D 15 in

Pair of Unique Mid-Century Nightstands

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Two vintage-modern nightstands featuring unique side by side cabinet and drawer. A sleek stepside

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Pair of Unique Mid-Century Nightstands

H 26 in W 27.75 in D 15.25 in

Pair of Wide Mid Century Nightstands

Located in Westwood, NJ

Featuring a sophisticated tapered silhouette with two reeded drawer fronts. The custom forged hardware, finished in a dark rubbed bronze, echoes the reeded details throughout. Dimen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of Wide Mid Century Nightstands

H 22 in W 32 in D 19.5 in

Minimalist French Mid-Century Nightstands, Pair

Located in East Hampton, NY

Extremely handsome pair of side tables/ nightstands with clean lines, elegant elongated legs and

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal

Minimalist French Mid-Century Nightstands, Pair

H 24.5 in W 20.5 in D 13.5 in

Pair of ADS Mid Century Nightstands

Located in Westwood, NJ

crafted from Prima Vera in our Bistre finish, features a sophisticated tapered silhouette with two long reeded drawers for storage. The custom forged hardware, finished in a dark rub...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of ADS Mid Century Nightstands

H 27.75 in W 32 in D 19 in

Pair of Dark Mid Century Nightstands

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted from Prima Vera in our Bistre finish, features a sophisticated tapered silhouette and reeded drawer and shelf. The custom forged hardware, finished in a dark rubbed bronze, e...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of Dark Mid Century Nightstands

H 22 in W 24 in D 19 in

Pair of Light Oak Mid Century Nightstands

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this nightstand adds a touch of sophistication and

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal

Pair of Light Oak Mid Century Nightstands

H 27 in W 35 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Nightstand by Johannes Andersen, 1960s

By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen

Located in Lejre, DK

Midcentury nightstand in teak, designed by Maa. Johannes Andersen and made by CFC furniture

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Nightstand by Johannes Andersen, 1960s

H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 13 in

Italian Mid-Century Nightstands in Wood and Glass

Located in Milano, IT

are made of a beautiful dark fine wood and have a very classic, typically mid-century shape and style

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Nightstands in Wood and Glass

H 25.01 in W 24.02 in D 13.39 in

Mid-Century Nightstand & End Table by Harvey Probber, Signed

By Harvey Probber

Located in Trenton, NJ

space. The incredible craftsmanship, wood choice, and mid-century design all come together in the

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Nightstand & End Table by Harvey Probber, Signed

H 23 in W 36 in D 18.5 in

Mid Century Nightstands in the Style of Lane / Drexel

By Lane Furniture

Located in Cincinnati, OH

mid section. These are in a higher size perfect for today's modern bedding .

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak

Mid Century Nightstands in the Style of Lane / Drexel

H 31.5 in W 18.25 in D 14.13 in

Mid-Century Nightstands by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture

By Renzo Rutili

Located in San Francisco, CA

Mid-Century Modern nightstands designed by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture Co. Originally part

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Birch, Lacquer

Mid-Century Nightstands by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture

H 24.5 in W 25.5 in D 19.5 in

Dassi Walnut and Glass Italian Mid-Century Nightstands, 1950

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Rome, IT

the century. All veneered in walnut, with green lacquered glass top. Bedside tables that

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Glass, Walnut

Dassi Walnut and Glass Italian Mid-Century Nightstands, 1950

H 18.9 in W 22.05 in D 13.78 in

Mid-Century Nightstand by Permanente Mobili, Paolo Buffa Designer Atributed

By Paolo Buffa, La Permanente Mobili Cantù

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Very stylish Mid-Century Modern nightstand by Permanente Mobili, Paolo Buffa designer atributed, in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid-Century Nightstand by Permanente Mobili, Paolo Buffa Designer Atributed

H 16.54 in W 19.69 in D 13.39 in

Pair 1970's Medium Toned Mid Century Nightstands/ End Tables

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Pair 1970's Mid Century Medium Toned Wood Nightstands/ End Tables. Nice size.

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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Pair 1970's Medium Toned Mid Century Nightstands/ End Tables

H 22.25 in W 16.25 in D 26 in

1940s Mid-Century Nightstand, Bedside Table, Cherrywood Gio Ponti attributable

By Gio Ponti

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Elegant and particular, of great image bedside table or nightstand in cherrywood, circa 1940, Gio

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Cherry

1940s Mid-Century Nightstand, Bedside Table, Cherrywood Gio Ponti attributable

H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in

Pair of Mid Century Nightstands in Oak, Danish Design, 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

Pair of nightstands in oak designed and made in Denmark 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

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Oak

Pair of Mid Century Nightstands in Oak, Danish Design, 1960s

H 18.12 in W 18.12 in D 11.03 in

Pair of Attr. DUX Swedish Mid-Century Nightstands or End Tables

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Norwalk, CT

A fabulous pair of Swedish mid-century rattan single-drawer nightstands or end tables, attributed

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern End Tables

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Rattan

Pair of Attr. DUX Swedish Mid-Century Nightstands or End Tables

H 20.5 in W 24 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Nightstands by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall design for Drexel

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid-Century Nightstands by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall design for Drexel

H 23 in W 24 in D 17 in

Pair of Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Nightstands

By American of Martinsville

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Pair of Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Walnut Nightstands Beautiful pair

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Pair of Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Nightstands

H 25 in W 22 in D 15 in

Restored Mid-Century Nightstands by F. Jirák for Zapadoslovenske Nab. Zav., 1960

By Frantisek Jirak, Západoslovenské nábytkárské závody

Located in Żory, PL

This mid-century pair of nightstands was designed by František Jirák and produced in Czechoslovakia

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood, Oak, Formica

Restored Mid-Century Nightstands by F. Jirák for Zapadoslovenske Nab. Zav., 1960

H 24.02 in W 22.84 in D 15.36 in

Pair of Italian Mid Century Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of remarkable bedsides rosewood in the style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Rosewood

Pair of Italian Mid Century Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1950s

H 22.84 in W 23.63 in D 14.18 in

A pair of simple Danish Mid century nightstands in teak and oak from the 1960´s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of unique nightstands made from teak and oak. Tradional danish mid century modern

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Teak

A pair of simple Danish Mid century nightstands in teak and oak from the 1960´s

H 21.26 in W 21.26 in D 12.6 in

Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Nightstand in Walnut, Gio Ponti atributable, Cantù

By Gio Ponti

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Unique Mid-Century nightstand 1930s Art Deco Gio Ponti atributable, by La Permanente Mobili Cantù

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Night Stands

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Walnut, Burl

Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Nightstand in Walnut, Gio Ponti atributable, Cantù

H 25.6 in W 20.08 in D 13.39 in

Mid-Century White Oak / Brass Nightstands

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of satin white mid-century nightstands in a taller profile working well with the new matrass

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century White Oak / Brass Nightstands

H 30.25 in W 21.13 in D 13.13 in

Mid Century Curved Front Two Drawer Nightstand by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century nightstand by Drexel features hardwood construction, original bleached walnut

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid Century Curved Front Two Drawer Nightstand by Drexel

H 28.5 in W 18 in D 13.75 in

John Stuart Walnut Nightstands

By John Stuart

Located in New York, NY

John Stuart Mid-Century nightstands featuring solid dark brown stained Walnut case and 3 lighter

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

John Stuart Walnut Nightstands

H 25 in W 22 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Modern 1960’s Pair of Walnut Nightstands

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful pair of mid century nightstand from the 1960’s, made of walnut wood. Very sturdy and

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern 1960’s Pair of Walnut Nightstands

H 25.5 in W 22 in D 16 in

Dixie Shangri-La Asian Modern Design Nightstands

By Dixie Furniture Co.

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Asian inspired Mid Century nightstands by Dixie. Shangri-La line. Period pieces with a

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Laminate, Wood

Dixie Shangri-La Asian Modern Design Nightstands

H 24 in W 24 in D 16.5 in

Pair of John Widdicomb Burl Veneer and Brass Nightstands / Commodes

By Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Pair of American mid-century nightstands / commodes with a burl wood veneer, single drawer with

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal, Brass

Pair of John Widdicomb Burl Veneer and Brass Nightstands / Commodes

H 23.25 in W 25 in D 18 in

Beautiful pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands by Nils Jonsson

By Nils Jonsson

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful pair of teak mid century nightstands made in Denmark. Designed by Nils Jonsson for HJN

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Beautiful pair of mid century danish modern teak nightstands by Nils Jonsson

H 21.5 in W 19.5 in D 17.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Paul Mccobb Nightstands/End Tables

By Paul McCobb

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mid-Century Modern Paul Mccobb nightstands/end tables Offered is a pair of mid-century nightstands

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Birch

Mid-Century Modern Paul Mccobb Nightstands/End Tables

H 20.5 in W 19.2 in D 26.5 in

Mid Century Rosewood Bedside Cabinets with Three Drawers, Germany, c. 1960

Located in Berlin, DE

Mid-century nightstands in rosewood veneer, each with three drawers. The rectangular cabinets stand

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Rosewood

Mid Century Rosewood Bedside Cabinets with Three Drawers, Germany, c. 1960

H 21.46 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in

Pair of John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Walnut Nightstands

By John Keal

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Pair of John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Walnut Nightstands We are very pleased to offer a

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Pair of John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Walnut Nightstands

H 22 in W 24 in D 16.5 in

Mid 20th Century Walnut Asian Influenced Nightstand

Located in Charlotte, NC

An Asian influenced Mid-Century nightstand, unbranded, similar quality to Thomasville. Walnut with

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Mid 20th Century Walnut Asian Influenced Nightstand

H 23.5 in W 26.25 in D 16.25 in

Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture Co. Burl Wood Nightstand / Bedside Table

By Founders Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili

Located in New York, NY

American mid-century nightstand / bedside table comprised of an upper two-drawer chest with burl

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal, Brass

Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture Co. Burl Wood Nightstand / Bedside Table

H 27.5 in W 22 in D 21 in

1960s Black Stained Walnut Four-Drawers Nightstand by Edward Wormley for Drexel

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, CA

This mid-century nightstand of black stained walnut features steel drawer pulls and drawers in

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Steel

1960s Black Stained Walnut Four-Drawers Nightstand by Edward Wormley for Drexel

H 28.5 in W 20 in D 17.5 in

American of Martinsville Sculpted Walnut Nightstand

By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Fantastic single mid-century nightstand from the renowned furniture builders at American of

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

American of Martinsville Sculpted Walnut Nightstand

H 23 in W 23 in D 16 in

Pair of Blonde Oak Nightstands by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Pasadena, CA

This pair of mid-century nightstands features one drawer and a space to store books or magazines

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Oak

Pair of Blonde Oak Nightstands by Lane

H 22.25 in W 22 in D 16 in

Large American of Martinsville Midcentury Chinoiserie Nightstand

By American of Martinsville

Located in Chicago, IL

Large lovely mid-century nightstand by American of Martinsville. It has a chinoiserie feel. Black

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Large American of Martinsville Midcentury Chinoiserie Nightstand

H 24.25 in W 36 in D 19 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Sculpted Walnut Nightstands

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Wilmington, DE

Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Edmond J. Spence Nightstands Offered is a pair of mid-century

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Birch

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Sculpted Walnut Nightstands

H 24.5 in W 22.25 in D 18 in

Pair of Merton L. Gershun for Dillingham "Esprit" MCM Walnut Nightstands

By Merton Gershun

Located in Las Vegas, NV

We are very pleased to offer a pair of mid-century nightstands by Merton Gershun for Dillingham as

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Merton L. Gershun for Dillingham "Esprit" MCM Walnut Nightstands

H 23 in W 19.5 in D 15.5 in

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of dark ebony toned Mid Century nightstands with pull out bedside table and upper and lower

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

H 39.75 in W 24.25 in D 12 in

Vintage teak and metal hanging nightstand

Located in Brescia, IT

Original mid-century nightstand of Scandinavian manufacture. An original piece of furniture formed

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Vintage teak and metal hanging nightstand

H 7.88 in W 18.9 in D 12.6 in

Mid Century Cane Walnut Brass Nightstand End Table

Located in Baltimore, MD

grains, creating a beautiful face, and top to this mid-century modern nightstand/ end table. Raised on a

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Cane Walnut Brass Nightstand End Table

H 23.25 in W 21.88 in D 15 in

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Teak & Oak Nightstands Bedside Tables Pair

Located in Emeryville, CA

sleek and minimal vintage Danish mid-century nightstands is made of teak and oak legs. Each nightstand

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak, Teak

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Teak & Oak Nightstands Bedside Tables Pair

H 20.5 in W 18.5 in D 12.5 in

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Midcentury Modern Nightstands For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of midcentury modern nightstands available for sale. Each of these unique midcentury modern nightstands was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. There are 372 antique and vintage midcentury modern nightstands for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Midcentury modern nightstands have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Midcentury modern nightstands are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made midcentury modern nightstands over the years, but those made by Paul McCobb, Winchendon Furniture (Planner Group) and Lane Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Midcentury Modern Nightstands?

Prices for midcentury modern nightstands start at $395 and top out at $12,870 with the average selling for $2,207.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Questions About Midcentury Modern Nightstands

What is midcentury modern?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Organic shapes, clean lines and elegant simplicity describe mid-century modern American furniture well. The style, which emerged primarily in the post-World War II era, is characterized by furniture that was crafted by creators who believed that good design was key to good living.Today, mid-century modern is by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.

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