Harvey Probber Tables
American, 1922-2003
A popular designer who had his heyday from the late 1940s into the 1970s, Harvey Probber is one of the post-war American creative spirits whose work has been recently rediscovered by collectors. His designs are by-and-large simple and elegant, but his signal achievement was to pioneer one of the key innovations of mid-20th century furniture: sectional, or modular, seating.
Even as a teenager, the Brooklyn-born Probber was making sketches of furniture designs — and selling them to Manhattan furniture companies. He began working as a designer for an upholsterer once he finished high school and, apart from a few evening classes he took as an adult at Pratt Institute, he was self-taught about design and furniture making.
After wartime service — and a stint as a lounge singer — Probber founded his own company in the late 1940s. A lifelong familiarity with the needs of New York–apartment dwellers doubtless sparked his most noteworthy creation: a line of seating pieces in basic geometric shapes — wedges, squares, half-circles — that could be arranged and combined as needed. Modular furniture remained the core idea of Probber’s business throughout his career.
As a self-trained designer, Probber was never wed to any particular aesthetic. He preferred the simple lines now associated with mid-century modernism for their inherent practicality, but often used hardware to enliven the look of his pieces, or added elements — such as a ceramic insert in the center of a round dining table — that was visually interesting and could serve as a trivet. He gravitated toward bright fabrics with attractive, touchable textures that might be satin-like or nubbly. Above all, Probber insisted that the sofas, case goods and other products that came out of his Fall River, Massachusetts, factory be built to last.
“The quality of aging gracefully,” Probber once told an interviewer, is “design's fourth dimension.” This quality he realized: Probber furniture is just as useful and alluring now as it was when made — and maybe even more stylish.
Find a collection of vintage Harvey Probber side tables, sectional sofas, chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Harvey Probber
Harvey Probber Dry Bar
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rolling cart for entertaining designed by Harvey Probber. Mahogany wood frame with milk glass top.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Monumental Harvey Probber Brazilian Rosewood Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
We are sure this was a custom order as they just did not make this table in the size unless specified. It is beautiful dramatic Brazilian rosewood. We have fully restored. Brass caps...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mosaic Travertine Occasional Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Harvey Probber mosaic travertine occasional table. Base constructed of mahogany. Table has been refinished and shows minimal signs of wear ...
Category
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Travertine
Jean Pierre Bernard, Side Tables, Steel, Haitian, 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of two steel side tables / end tables, produced by Jean Pierre Bernard. Haiti, 1960s. Acquired by Harvey Probber Furniture.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Metal
Harvey Probber MCM Saber Leg Bleached Mahogany Extension Dining Table 1 Leaf
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey probber mid century saber leg bleached mahogany extension dining table with 1 leaf.
This table measures: 48.25 wide x 48.25 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25 inc...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Executive Walnut Desk by Harvey Probber, C. 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Westport, CT
A large-scale desk executed in walnut, designed by Harvey Probber, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored to its original finish and functionality, featuring a con-cave top and nickel ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Nickel
Harvey Probber Architectural Brass Serving Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chic and rare brass table with glass top. Raised on casters and with elegant curved handles, this would make a stirking bar or serving table, but can also double as a coffee table. T...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Teak and Brass Triangle Desk or Console Table, Newly Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
A unique and gorgeous mid-century modern triangle desk, console, or sofa table
By Harvey Probber
USA, 1950s
Teak wood, with brass-capped feet.
...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid Century Round Ebonized Walnut Terrazzo and Brass Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber mid century round ebonized walnut, terrazzo, and brass dining table
The table measures: 50 wide x 50 deep x 24.5 high, with a chair clearance of 23.25 inches
Re...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Coffee Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harvey Probber coffee table, American, circa 1960s. Executed in mahogany, cane, and brass.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Flip Top Dining or Console Table by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pasadena, TX
Flip top dining or console table by Harvey Probber
Versatile Walnut with gatefold base that allows table to expand from console to dining table...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Walnut
Harvey Probber Side Table in Teak and Polished Stainless Steel, 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Minimalist Harvey Probber teak end table with inset solid bar mirror polished stainless steel legs. Well constructed and very substantial.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Walnut & Travertine Marble Card / Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful octagonal form dining table designed and produced by Harvey Probber in the 1950s. It features solid walnut construction, inlayed travertine marble, and an X-form base.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Travertine
Harvey Prober Expandable Rolling Serving Two Tier Cart Table Console
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Prober two tier two drawers serving cart on wheels. Opens up to 59" long.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Modern Walnut Writing Desk by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern writing desk by Harvey Probber. This desk features walnut construction, ample leg room, and three drawers for storage of files and odds and ends. A beautiful vinta...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Walnut
Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Teak and Mahogany Nightstand, Newly Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern nightstand or side table
By Harvey Probber
USA, 1960s
Teak, with ebonized mahogany banding, original mahogany and brass hardware, and brass...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Hexagon Terrazzo Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Harvey Probber Terrazzo Hexagon side - end table. Mid century side table terrazzo with inlaid brass detail set on splayed mahogany legs. Nice size perfect for any setting. Very good ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Harvey Probber Enameled Copper Flower Motif Side Tables
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare 1960s psychedelic flower design side tables with baked enamel on copper inset panels. With era-appropriate vibrant enamel on original mahogany...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Harvey Probber Non Matching Pair of Walnut 3 Drawers Nightstands End Tables
By Paul McCobb, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Harvey Probber non matching pair of walnut 3 drawers nightstands end tables mint.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Walnut, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Hexagonal Terrazzo Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A wonderful design by Harvey Probber, great as a side table, in front of a sofa or just about anywhere. Has an inlaid brass detail on top.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Rosewood Dining Table with Brass Trim
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful Classic Harvey Probber dining table in cocobolo rosewood with mahogany legs and brass trim. Table comes with two 16" leaves extending to 114". Table is 80" wide without l...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid Century Square Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber mid century square side table
The table measures: 30 wide x 30 deep x 16 inches high
All pieces of furniture c...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Wood
Harvey Probber Cane Stool
By Harvey Probber
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A great example from Probber's Artisan Collection. This stool is a prototype of a design. We like to use it as a side table.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Cane, Wood
Harvey Probber Teak and Ebonized Mahogany Extension Dining Table, Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern extension dining table
By Harvey Probber
USA, 1960s
Book-matched teak top, with ebonized mahogany trim and legs and brass-capped feet.
Measu...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Coffee Table with Travertine Top
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome cocktail table by Harvey Probber has a mahogany base and travertine top. The warm palate and natural materials are a pleasing compliment to any interior.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Travertine
Harvey Probber Mid-Century Brass and Bleached Mahogany Rolling Serving Bar Cart
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber mid-century brass and bleached mahogany rolling serving bar cart.
This cart measures: 49.5 wide x 17.5 deep x 32 inches high.
All pieces of furniture can be had ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Midcentury Saber Leg Extension Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by Harvey Probber featuring two 16 inch extending leaves for a total of 98 inches. The iconic table has sabre formed legs with a dram...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Harvey Probber Round Walnut Game Center Table with Travertine Insert
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber round walnut game or center table with travertine insert.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
1950s Harvey Probber Travertine and Ebonized Wood Dining or Game Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Bold, geometric dining or game table designed and manufactured by Harvey Probber for Modern. With cross-hatching legs and an octagonal top of travertine outlined by a thick beveled e...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Travertine
Harvey Probber Brazilian Rosewood Boat-Shaped Extension Dining Table, Restored
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern boat-shaped extension dining table
By Harvey Probber
USA, circa 1950s
Bookmatched Brazilian rosewood, with ebonized solid mahogany legs and...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber End Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern end table designed by Harvey Probber, with two drawers and brass and walnut hardware and brass sabots.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Teak and Mahogany Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American, the rectangular teak top on dark stained mahogany curved slat X-base, with brass pin hardware, circa 1960. Model 1216 in the Harvey Probber catalog.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Teak
Harvey Probber Set of 3 Tables with "Enamel on Copper" Tops, 1950s
By Arpad Rosti, Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 coffee/side tables model No 1145 in mahogany with hand fired white and blue "enamel on copper" tops by Harvey Probber, American 1950s. These studio made enamel tops were created by the noted artist Arpad Rosti. Probber often collaborated with artists to incorporate their works into his pieces.
These coffee tables were part of the retrospective at the New York School of Interior Design: “Making Connections: Harvey Probber Furniture...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Harvey Probber 3-Drawer Nightstand Ebonized Espresso Mahogany
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern brass pulls ebonized mahogany bracket feet night bed stand side table by Harvey Probber.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Harvey Probber Desk in Mahogany 1950s 'Signed'
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Desk in mahogany with alternating grain top and brass sabots by Harvey Probber, American, 1950s (label in drawer reads "designed by Harvey Probber"). This desk is beautifully made.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Black Lacquer Three Drawers Brass Pulls Bachelor Chest Nightstand Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern ebonized mahogany three-drawer bachelor chest or extra wide large nightstand end table cabinet.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Asian Style Travertine and Brass Coffee Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
Chinoiserie inspired Mid-Century Modern rectangular coffee table by Harvey Probber.
The table features a wooden frame with two heavy travertine tops.
The legs have brass covers.
L...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Walnut Coffee Table with Stone Insert by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Atlanta, GA
A circular coffee or center table by Harvey Probber for Harvey Probber, Inc. circa 1958. The walnut top feature a central insert and two stone discs are available: one terrazzo and t...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
Harvey Probber Mahogany Corner Triangle Sofa Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Extremely versatile well balanced triangular shaped table by Harvey Probber. Original vintage mid-1950's. Ideally suited as a corner console table behind one of his famous angular Nu...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Pulls Four-Drawer Nightstands Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern 4 drawers nightstands side end tables cabinets with brass pulls by Harvey Probber. Dark brown chocolate mahogany finish.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Marble-Top Single Drawer End Table by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice Mid-Century Modern marble tops end tables or nightstands with marble tops.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Huge Harvey Probber Walnut and Terrazzo Marble Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed by Harvey Probber which could be used as a coffee table or gaming table. Walnut top with a terrazzo insert and an ebonized wooden base with brass feet.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Wenge Wood Pyramid Occasional Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern wenge wood pyramid end table. Item features a sculptural pyramid form, beautiful wood grain, clean modernist lin...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Wenge
Taboret Table by Probber from the Architectural Series
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Classic table from the Architectural series, circa 1960s. Hard to find examples from this line by Probber. This diminutive table features a thick ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
1960s Tiered Console Table by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern walnut console table / coffee table designed by Harvey Probber with a single shelf and brass through tenon legs. Made in the USA, circa 1960s.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare Harvey Probber Brass and Mahogany Desk
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Harvey Probber mahogany writing desk with white laminate top with solid brass tubular legs and solid brass flat bar stretchers.
Left side oriented three drawer case with original ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Large Harvey Probber Mahogany and Brass Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in St. Louis, MO
Classic Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber mahogany dining table with heavy brass cross stretchers and sabots, includes two 16.5" leaves. Table to be refinished as shown, custom color...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Teak and Walnut Bow Tie Extension Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern teak and walnut bow tie dining table designed by Harvey Probber. The table features a gorgeous teak wood top in ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Oiled Walnut Base Terrazzo Top Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut base terrazzo top occasional side table.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Terrazzo, Walnut
Harvey Probber Rosewood Desk, 1960s, Usa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
Restored Harvey Probber rosewood desk.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Harvey Probber Rosewood Top & Mahogany Legs Rectangular Parson Coffee Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber rosewood top with contrasting mahogany legs rectangular coffee table. Label
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Harvey Probber Extendable Dining Table with Solid Brass Stretchers
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Magnificent minimalist design on a grand scale, ebonized mahogany dining table designed and produced by Harvey Probber, circa 1968 with solid brass square bar cross-stretchers and sq...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Bleached Mahogany Saber Leg Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Bleached and toned mahogany sabre leg dining table by Harvey Probber. Parquetry bordered and exceptional wood grained top with solid carved mahogany s...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Harvey Probber Occasional Table with Terrazzo Top
By Harvey Probber
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Harvey Probber occasional table with terrazzo top and brass inlay.
Walnut octagonal base with decorative cut outs.
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Stunning Pair of Harvey Probber Brass Inlaid Terrazzo Top Side Tables Midcentury
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful pair of three-legged Harvey Probber side or end tables with original hexagonal terrazzo top with inlaid brass. Sculpted bleached mahogany legs with bleached mahogany suppor...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Terrazzo, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Bleached Rosewood Console Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
This elegant Probber console table features a top of bleached rosewood supported by a mahogany base with two drawers.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Wonderful Harvey Probber Terrazzo Brass Inlay Top Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful three-legged Harvey Probber side or end table with original hexagonal terrazzo top with inlaid brass. Sculpted bleached mahogany legs with bleached mahogany supports. We do...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Terrazzo, Mahogany
Large L Shape Walnut Desk with Return by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern executive desk by Harvey Probber.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Tables
Materials
Walnut
Harvey Probber tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Harvey Probber tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Harvey Probber tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original tables by Harvey Probber were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tables by John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and Florence Knoll. Prices for Harvey Probber tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $800 and can go as high as $28,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,500.
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