Is the Noguchi table stable?

Yes, the Noguchi table is stable due to the unique design of the base. Its two parts lock together, creating a tripod that ensures stability beneath the gleaming glass top while lending the table an open, weightless quality. In 1944, Isamu Noguchi created the first version of his classic coffee table as a riff on a piece he designed for former MoMA president, A. Conger Goodyear, five years earlier. According to design lore, industrial designer, journalist and Herman Miller design director George Nelson visited Noguchi while working on an article titled “How to Make a Table” and found him at work on a prototype for the piece that would become the Noguchi coffee table, which was later produced by Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Noguchi tables.

What is a Noguchi table made of?

The Noguchi table is made out of wood and plate glass. A sculptor, painter, ceramicist and furniture and lighting designer, Isamu Noguchi was one of the most prolific and protean creative forces of the 20th century and a key figure in the development of organic modernism. Noguchi’s sculptures and designs share a common spirit: one of lyrical abstraction, tempo and flow and harmonious balance. Comprising just two materials, wood and glass, the coffee table is visually complex yet ingenious in its simplicity. Two interlocking, identical wood pieces act as the base of Noguchi’s design, and they’re covered with a glass top. Due to the base’s asymmetrical form, the table looks different from any angle — and the clear top ensures that no angle is ever obscured. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Isamu Noguchi tables.

Where is the signature on a Noguchi table?

The signature on a Noguchi table is on the glass top, usually along an edge. On many pieces, the signature also appears on the underside of the base, along with the Herman Miller brand logo. Find a collection of Noguchi tables on 1stDibs.

Who made the Noguchi table?

Isamu Noguchi made the Noguchi table. The Japanese artist and designer created the Modernist glass-top table in 1947. Today, Herman Miller continues to manufacture tables based on his design. Shop a range of Noguchi tables from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

How do I tell if a Noguchi table is genuine?

To authenticate a Noguchi table, first look for the signature of Isamu Noguchi on the table’s edge and base. Next, check the wood to see if it’s made of solid hardwood. Consult the brand’s website to compare exact proper dimensions since fakes will often be a little off. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted Noguchi furniture.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the color of the original Noguchi table?

The original Noguchi table is made in four different color options: black, white oak, white ash and walnut. These color options apply to the base of the table, which is made of wood. The top is made of clear glass.The table was designed in 1948 by Isamu Noguchi for the legendary furniture maker Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Noguchi tables.

How much does a Noguchi table weigh?

Genuine Noguchi tables weigh around 155 pounds. An iconic style since the 1940s, new examples of Isamu Noguchi’s tables are available from a number of different vendors. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Noguchi furniture on 1stDibs.

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

What table goes with a Noguchi sofa?

The right table to go with a Noguchi sofa is really a matter of preference. Noguchi’s own iconic coffee table is a common pairing for their freeform sofas. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of vintage and contemporary Isamu Noguchi furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.

What color floor matches a Noguchi table?

The wooden base of Noguchi coffee tables are available in multiple finishes such as black, walnut and natural cherry for color matching with your floor. Placing a rug underneath the table will also change the color dynamic. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Noguchi coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are end tables used for?

End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.

How high are end tables?

How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.

How do I place chairs around a Noguchi coffee table?

There is no one proper way to place chairs around a Noguchi coffee table. Your ideal placement will depend on the space you’re using and the chairs that you’ve chosen. In 1944, Noguchi created the first version of his classic glass-topped coffee table as a riff on a piece he designed for former MoMA president, A. Conger Goodyear, a few years earlier. Legendary Michigan manufacturer Herman Miller began to produce the design in 1948. On 1stDibs, find a number of Isamu Noguchi coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What is the average size of an end table?

An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.

What are bedroom end tables called?

Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.

What can I use instead of an end table?

You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.

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50's Noguchi-Style End/ Tables

Located in North Miami, FL

We don't know that Noguchi ever executed a miniature version of his iconic coffee table, but this

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Vintage 1950s American End Tables

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Wood, Glass

50's Noguchi-Style End/ Tables

H 15.25 in W 33.5 in D 21.5 in

Authentic Original 1950’s Knoll Associates Cyclone Side Table by Isamu Noguchi

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Munroe Falls, OH

This is a really nice authentic Knoll Cyclone side table designed by Isamu Noguchi and first

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

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Metal

Authentic Original 1950’s Knoll Associates Cyclone Side Table by Isamu Noguchi

H 20 in W 24 in D 24 in

1950 side table by ISAMU NOGUCHI

Located in Los Angeles, CA

a very nice side table by ISAMU NOGUCHI,

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Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Materials

Metal

1950 side table by ISAMU NOGUCHI

H 20 in W 24 in

Isamu Noguchi Childs Table for Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Small cyclone table designed to be used with Harry Bertoia"s smallest side chairs. This example

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Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Isamu Noguchi Childs Table for Knoll

H 20 in Dm 24 in

Pair of Kagan Style Sculptural End/Side Tables

Located in Westport, CT

Inspired by Isamu Noguchi, Vladimir Kagan and Adrian Peasall, this gorgeous pair of side table are

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20th Century American End Tables

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Wood, Glass

Pair of Kagan Style Sculptural End/Side Tables

H 20 in W 24 in D 24 in

Kent Coffey End Tables in Limed Walnut, circa 1950s

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of organic end tables or nightstands designed by Kent Coffey, fully restored and perfectly

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

Materials

Brass

Kent Coffey End Tables in Limed Walnut, circa 1950s

H 25 in W 25 in D 24 in

Organic Walnut Coffee Table

By Carlo Mollino

Located in Dronten, NL

Elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern coffee table with a carved solid walnut base and crystal glass

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Organic Walnut Coffee Table

H 14.97 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Walnut Gazelle Occasional Table by Stamford Modern

By Stamford Modern

Located in Westport, CT

The entirely re-designed Gazelle table. This solid walnut table has a lightweight aesthetic

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern End Tables

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Brass

Walnut Gazelle Occasional Table by Stamford Modern

H 26 in Dm 23 in

Pair of Bookmatched Walnut Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

design. These end tables/nightstands are a testament to his design genius. Simple cubes are supported by

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Bookmatched Walnut Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller

H 24.5 in W 18 in D 18.5 in

Black and Brass Side Table in the manner of Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Black and Brass Side Table in the manner of Isamu Noguchi, circa 1960's. This piece has been

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Black and Brass Side Table in the manner of Isamu Noguchi

H 20.5 in Dm 27.75 in

Vintage Herman Miller Black Pedestal Base S-Curve Console or Sofa Tables a Pair

By Herman Miller

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous pair of console, sofa, or end tables by the iconic Herman Miller. They are comprised of black

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Late 20th Century American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Herman Miller Black Pedestal Base S-Curve Console or Sofa Tables a Pair

H 28.5 in W 30.25 in D 22 in

American Modernist Designer, Organic Table Lamp, Steel Fabric Ebonized Oak 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Noguchi or Paul Laszlo. In ebonized oak, fabric, with a brand new high-end fabric screen.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

American Modernist Designer, Organic Table Lamp, Steel Fabric Ebonized Oak 1950s

H 25.25 in Dm 15 in L 25.25 in

Phyllis Morris “Cosmopolitan” Neo-Rococo Peach Striped Silk Fauteuil

By Phyllis Morris

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Noguchi coffee table or Mccobb nightstand and tell me she wasn't making a major political statement with

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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Phyllis Morris “Cosmopolitan” Neo-Rococo Peach Striped Silk Fauteuil

H 36 in W 28 in D 26 in

Gilbert Rohde Chest of Drawers for Herman Miller in Birdseye Maple and Mahogany

By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde

Located in San Diego, CA

of the business. In the late 1930s, probably prompted by surrealist art, he began to design tables

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Gilbert Rohde Chest of Drawers for Herman Miller in Birdseye Maple and Mahogany

H 36 in W 43 in D 19 in

Isamu Noguchi Style End Tables

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of sculptural mid-century tables, in the manner of Isamu Noguchi, American, circa 1950s. They

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Style End Tables

H 20 in W 28.5 in D 22.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Noguchi Style Boomerang Glass Black Side End Table, 1960s

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a fantastic, Noguchi style "Boomerang" side or end table, with a brass

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Noguchi Style Boomerang Glass Black Side End Table, 1960s

H 26 in W 26 in D 23.5 in

Pair Modernist Sculptural Walnut and Glass End Tables . Adrian Pearsall /Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Buffalo, NY

Pair Modernist Sculptural Walnut and Glass end tables attributed to Adrian Pearsall,, Similar to

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Pair Modernist Sculptural Walnut and Glass End Tables . Adrian Pearsall /Noguchi

H 15 in W 24 in D 20 in

Noguchi Cyclone Table Childs Size Version

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi

Located in New York, NY

Noguchi cyclone table childs size version. Very good original condition.

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

Materials

Iron

Noguchi Cyclone Table Childs Size Version

H 20 in Dm 23.75 in

1950s Isamu Noguchi Style Organic Modern Glass Top Side Tables

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Miami, FL

Organic modern side tables with floating glass tops have inspiration from Isamu Noguchi with their

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

1950s Isamu Noguchi Style Organic Modern Glass Top Side Tables

H 22 in W 33 in D 18 in

Pair Mid Century Cerused Oak Kidney Shape Biomorphic Side Tables Noguchi Style

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Tall pair of Vintage 1950s, Mid-Century Modern, cerused oak kidney shape end tables in the Isamu

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bronze

Pair Mid Century Cerused Oak Kidney Shape Biomorphic Side Tables Noguchi Style

H 26.5 in W 26 in D 24 in

Ebonized Gazelle End Table

By Stamford Modern

Located in Westport, CT

Demure curves pair with unexpected sharpness. This solid walnut table has a lightweight aesthetic

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Ebonized Gazelle End Table

H 19 in Dm 21 in

Pair of Noguchi Style Modernist End Tables

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of vintage 1960s sculptural and adjustable serpentine side or end tables, quite tall at 27

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Noguchi Style Modernist End Tables

H 27 in W 32 in D 17 in

Isamu Noguchi Cyclone End Table for Knoll, MCM Black Laminate and Chrome, Signed

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Plainview, NY

A timeless and iconic design piece, the Cyclone end or side table also referred to as Child table

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Isamu Noguchi Cyclone End Table for Knoll, MCM Black Laminate and Chrome, Signed

H 20 in Dm 24 in

Early Noguchi Cyclone Side Table for Knoll

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Washington, DC

Early vintage table by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll. Originally purchased from Knoll in the 1950s. Table

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Early Noguchi Cyclone Side Table for Knoll

H 20 in Dm 24 in

Sculptural Modernist Side Tables in the Manner of Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural Modernist side tables, in the manner of Isamu Noguchi, circa 1950s. They are a versatile

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Modernist Side Tables in the Manner of Isamu Noguchi

H 21.5 in W 32 in D 24 in

Sculptural Modernist Side Tables in the Manner of Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural Modernist Side Tables, in the manner of Isamu Noguchi, circa 1950's. They are a

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Modernist Side Tables in the Manner of Isamu Noguchi

H 22.5 in W 32.5 in D 20 in

Pair of Forest Wilson Walnut and Glass Side Tables, circa 1963

By Forest Wilson

Located in Miami, FL

Adrian Pearsall...nope! Guess again... these sculptural American mid-century modern end or

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Forest Wilson Walnut and Glass Side Tables, circa 1963

H 20.5 in W 23.25 in D 22.25 in

Set of Four Patinated Cognac Leather T Chairs, Katavolos & Littell & Kelley

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Culver City, CA

sculptural Paul Evans dining table with 2 ‘Bird’ Chairs by Preben Fabricius for Alfred Kill as captains

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Patinated Cognac Leather T Chairs, Katavolos & Littell & Kelley

H 32 in W 22.75 in D 23 in

Gilbert Rohde Chest of Drawers for Herman Miller in Birdseye Maple and Mahogany

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in San Diego, CA

surrealist art, he began to design tables with biomorphic tops-forms that would not become commonplace for

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Gilbert Rohde Chest of Drawers for Herman Miller in Birdseye Maple and Mahogany

H 36 in W 43 in D 19 in

Pair of Noguchi like end tables

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of end tables in the style of Noguchi. Great modern form, refinished. The table tops measure

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Vintage 1950s Unknown End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Noguchi like end tables

H 15.5 in

1950s Noguchi-Style Solid Walnut End Tables

Located in Hudson, NY

everyday condition; several scratches, but no chips. If you are very interested in these tables, we could

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

1950s Noguchi-Style Solid Walnut End Tables

H 15 in W 31.5 in D 25 in

Original Children's Cyclone Table by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll

By Isamu Noguchi, Knoll

Located in Hudson, NY

All original condition Cyclone table. Steel wire and base with black finish; white laminate top.

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Vintage 1950s American Modern End Tables

Original Children's Cyclone Table by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll

H 19.73 in Dm 23.75 in

ISAMU NOGUCHI SIDE TABLE

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Isamu Noguchi side table for Knoll.

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Vintage 1950s American End Tables

ISAMU NOGUCHI SIDE TABLE

H 20 in Dm 24 in

Pair of occasional tables by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll

Located in Kensington, MD

Pair of early occasional tables by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll Associates

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American End Tables

Pair of occasional tables by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll

H 20 in Dm 24 in

Pair of Paul Evans "Patchwork" Tables

By Paul Evans

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

" occasional/end tables by Paul Evans. (Key Word Search: George Nakashima, Isamu Noguchi, Craft Studio, Paul

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Pair of Paul Evans "Patchwork" Tables

H 22.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

Florence Knoll Marble & Rosewood Credenza, Circa 1950s

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

tapped artists to create furniture, such as Isamu Noguchi , whose cyclone table (1950) became a Knoll

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Marble

Florence Knoll Marble & Rosewood Credenza, Circa 1950s

H 26 in W 75 in D 18 in

Florence Knoll Marble & Rosewood Credenza, Circa 1950s

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

tapped artists to create furniture, such as Isamu Noguchi , whose cyclone table (1950) became a Knoll

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Marble

Florence Knoll Marble & Rosewood Credenza, Circa 1950s

H 26 in W 75 in D 18 in

Pair of Noguchi Style Lacquered Side Tables

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Bridport, CT

Noguchi coffee table. Great for end tables or nightstands.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Noguchi Style Lacquered Side Tables

H 19.5 in W 25 in D 24 in

1950s White Sculptural Side Table by Isamu Noguchi

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi, Buckminster Fuller

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Sculptural side table by Isamu Noguchi, USA, 1954. Beautiful side table by Isamu Noguchi. The

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

1950s White Sculptural Side Table by Isamu Noguchi

H 19.69 in Dm 23.63 in

1950s White Sculptural Table Lamp by Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi, Buckminster Fuller, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Sculptural light, table lamp by Isamu Noguchi, USA, 1952. Beautiful table lamp by Isamu Noguchi

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

1950s White Sculptural Table Lamp by Isamu Noguchi

H 23.63 in Dm 11.82 in

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Noguchi End Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal noguchi end table for your home. Each noguchi end table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and wood. If you’re shopping for a noguchi end table, we have 12 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect noguchi end table — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A noguchi end table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one noguchi end table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Isamu Noguchi, Knoll and Figure Ground produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Noguchi End Table?

The average selling price for a noguchi end table at 1stDibs is $1,850, while they’re typically $500 on the low end and $4,600 for the highest priced.

Questions About Noguchi End Table

Is the Noguchi table stable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, the Noguchi table is stable due to the unique design of the base. Its two parts lock together, creating a tripod that ensures stability beneath the gleaming glass top while lending the table an open, weightless quality. In 1944, Isamu Noguchi created the first version of his classic coffee table as a riff on a piece he designed for former MoMA president, A. Conger Goodyear, five years earlier. According to design lore, industrial designer, journalist and Herman Miller design director George Nelson visited Noguchi while working on an article titled “How to Make a Table” and found him at work on a prototype for the piece that would become the Noguchi coffee table, which was later produced by Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Noguchi tables.
What is a Noguchi table made of?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The Noguchi table is made out of wood and plate glass. A sculptor, painter, ceramicist and furniture and lighting designer, Isamu Noguchi was one of the most prolific and protean creative forces of the 20th century and a key figure in the development of organic modernism. Noguchi’s sculptures and designs share a common spirit: one of lyrical abstraction, tempo and flow and harmonious balance. Comprising just two materials, wood and glass, the coffee table is visually complex yet ingenious in its simplicity. Two interlocking, identical wood pieces act as the base of Noguchi’s design, and they’re covered with a glass top. Due to the base’s asymmetrical form, the table looks different from any angle — and the clear top ensures that no angle is ever obscured. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Isamu Noguchi tables.
Where is the signature on a Noguchi table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
The signature on a Noguchi table is on the glass top, usually along an edge. On many pieces, the signature also appears on the underside of the base, along with the Herman Miller brand logo. Find a collection of Noguchi tables on 1stDibs.
Who made the Noguchi table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Isamu Noguchi made the Noguchi table. The Japanese artist and designer created the Modernist glass-top table in 1947. Today, Herman Miller continues to manufacture tables based on his design. Shop a range of Noguchi tables from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
How do I tell if a Noguchi table is genuine?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate a Noguchi table, first look for the signature of Isamu Noguchi on the table’s edge and base. Next, check the wood to see if it’s made of solid hardwood. Consult the brand’s website to compare exact proper dimensions since fakes will often be a little off. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted Noguchi furniture.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the color of the original Noguchi table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The original Noguchi table is made in four different color options: black, white oak, white ash and walnut. These color options apply to the base of the table, which is made of wood. The top is made of clear glass.The table was designed in 1948 by Isamu Noguchi for the legendary furniture maker Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Noguchi tables.
How much does a Noguchi table weigh?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Genuine Noguchi tables weigh around 155 pounds. An iconic style since the 1940s, new examples of Isamu Noguchi’s tables are available from a number of different vendors. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Noguchi furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
What table goes with a Noguchi sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The right table to go with a Noguchi sofa is really a matter of preference. Noguchi’s own iconic coffee table is a common pairing for their freeform sofas. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of vintage and contemporary Isamu Noguchi furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are end tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.
What color floor matches a Noguchi table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The wooden base of Noguchi coffee tables are available in multiple finishes such as black, walnut and natural cherry for color matching with your floor. Placing a rug underneath the table will also change the color dynamic. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Noguchi coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are end tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.
How high are end tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.
How do I place chairs around a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There is no one proper way to place chairs around a Noguchi coffee table. Your ideal placement will depend on the space you’re using and the chairs that you’ve chosen. In 1944, Noguchi created the first version of his classic glass-topped coffee table as a riff on a piece he designed for former MoMA president, A. Conger Goodyear, a few years earlier. Legendary Michigan manufacturer Herman Miller began to produce the design in 1948. On 1stDibs, find a number of Isamu Noguchi coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the average size of an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.
What are bedroom end tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.
What can I use instead of an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.

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