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Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons Walnut Serving Tables

About the Item

Award winning set of nesting serving tables designed by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons in 1952 and produced in Italy for the Singer Modern collection. These were exhibited in the Good Design show at MoMa in 1952 (see archive photos). Described as a normal chair-side table, rectangular in shape, with four little drop-leaf tables suspended from slots. Each of the four serving tables, fully opened, measure 16.5 inches diameter x 22 inches high. Oiled finish. Stylish and practical. 1stdibs estimator defaults to in-home truck delivery.
  • Creator:
    M. Singer & Sons (Retailer),Bertha Schaefer (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.25 in (61.6 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1953
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Oil rubbed walnut ready to place.
  • Seller Location:
    Hanover, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU886629824572
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