International Style Side Tables
INTERNATIONAL STYLE
The International Style, a modernist movement within architecture and furniture design that was given its name by American architect Philip Johnson and historian Henry-Russell Hitchcock, was born during the 1920s and ’30s. It gained steam initially in Europe and then in the United States as a response to the first World War. Building projects associated with the movement, as well as vintage International Style chairs, tables and other furnishings, are minimal and pared back.
Pioneers of the International Style — architect Walter Gropius and his Bauhaus colleagues Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, De Stijl advocate and Dutch architect J.J.P. Oud and visionary designer Le Corbusier — stripped away decorative elements and placed considerable value on functionality and clean lines, integrating the use of industrial materials like steel, concrete and large sheets of glass in their work. Quite aptly, this mode of design and architectural style coincided with an era now known as the Machine Age and became a global symbol of modernism. The primary motive of its practitioners was to address the changing needs of a rapidly industrializing society, especially the demand for office complexes and apartments in large cities, through economical, technologically advanced, yet aesthetically pleasing designs for furniture and buildings.
“Space and light and order. Those are the things that men need just as much as they need bread or a place to sleep,” said Le Corbusier of the philosophy behind his practical modernist architecture.
The International Style’s designers and architects were inspired by the advantages afforded them by the era’s new technology and industrial machinery as well as state-of-the-art materials. Le Corbusier was fond of framing his buildings in steel but reinforced concrete made far more economic sense. He is probably most admired for the iconic private homes and commercial buildings that he designed or codesigned with his cousin Pierre Jeanneret, which are spread across the world, from New York City to Paris to Chandigarh, India. Today, Breuer’s Wassily Lounge chair; the elegant LC series created by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand; and Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair, crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich, are emblems of progressive modernist design and all make prominent use of tubular steel. Vintage originals are the prized cornerstone of collections.
“The International Style is probably the first fundamentally original and widely distributed style since the Gothic,” posited Johnson in the book that accompanied “Modern Architecture: International Exhibition,” an architectural show he cocurated with Hitchcock that featured the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Richard Neutra and others. While the term “International Style” had previously been circulating in Europe, when the show opened at the Museum of Modern Art in 1932, it yielded a much broader application of this important style of design.
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Style: International Style
Swimming Pool Table, Medium, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Metal and Glass
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The contemporary swimming pool table. The inspiration for this collection comes from dreamlike images of leisure and good times that swimming pools...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Porto Side Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Ebonized Oak
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The collection has rounded lines that look for inspiration in the anchor elements present in the ports. The weight and scale of this elements guide t...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Swimming Pool Table by RAIN, Small Side Table
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The contemporary swimming pool table which also functions as a small contemporary styled side table.
The inspiration for this collection comes fro...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Abide Marble Side Table in Green
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Abide marble side tables are the modern interpretation of the iconic evil eye symbol. The Evil Eye protection consists of an eponym...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Abide Marble Side Table in Pink
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Abide marble side tables are the modern interpretation of the iconic evil eye symbol. The Evil Eye protection consists of an eponym...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Elle et Lui brazilian acrylic pair of side tables circa 1970
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible ELLE ET LUI pair of acrylic side tables transparent circa 1970.
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage International Style Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Walnut & Metal Talking Table
By Studio Lani
Located in Lekki, LA
The Talking Tables were inspired by the West African Talking Drum. The Talking Drum has the ability to mimic human speech and was originally used as a communication tool. It is now c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Carlo Hauner brasilian tricolor side table wood lacquered and iron circa 1960.
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Carlo Hauner tricolor circa 1960 wood lacquered and iron side table. Unusual.
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Verner Panton danish white and steel pair of side tables circa 1960
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Verner Panton danish white pair of side tables in formica and steel circa 1960.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage International Style Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Porto Side Table, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Ebanizated Oak
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Porto low tables are composed of a circular top that seems to rest on a sturdy oblong base. Lightness and weight overlap creating a harmonic and unconventional monoblock.
The unagreement between the geometry of the elements generates irregular pieces capable of evoking movement, as they elude the gaze, changing according to the viewing angle.
The tables give continuity to the Porto collection, whose inspiration comes from the weight and scale...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Solida Center Table, by Rain, Contemporary Center Table, Solid Garapá Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Sólida series’ main characteristic is the synthetic character of its design contrasted with the use of a natural material. Each piece in the collection is composed of two or thre...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
M Table, Contemporary Side Table in Brazilian Hardwood
Located in São Paulo, SP
Side table designed to perform two functions: supporting and seating. It can serve as a side table, a bedside table or a bench, when the guests no longer fit on the sofa. The M Table...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Hardwood
M Table, Pair of Contemporary Side Tables in Brazilian Hardwood
Located in São Paulo, SP
Set of two side tables designed to perform two functions: supporting and seating. It can serve as a side table, a bedside table or a bench, when the guests no longer fit on the sofa....
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Porto Set Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Center Table, Laminated Oakwood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Set composed of two Porto side tables, a high and a low.
Dimensions: High table D 50/ H 50 cm - Low table D 70/ H 40 cm
Porto low tables are composed of a circular top that seems to rest on a sturdy oblong base. Lightness and weight overlap creating a harmonic and unconventional monoblock.
The unagreement between the geometry of the elements generates irregular pieces capable of evoking movement, as they elude the gaze, changing according to the viewing angle.
The tables give continuity to the Porto collection, whose inspiration comes from the weight and scale...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Small Modernist Chromed and Glass Cube Low Side Table
Located in Hudson, NY
Made in the 70s this low cube table is a perfect accent in a modern interior. Clean and fresh without surfaced detail but long on design-savvy and clearly is the product of the international style...
Category
Late 20th Century North American International Style Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Swimming Pool Table, Large, by RAIN, Contemporary Table, Metal and Painted Glass
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The contemporary swimming pool table. The inspiration for this collection comes from dreamlike images of leisure and good times that swimming pools...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Solida Squared Table, by Rain, Contemporary Center Table, Solid Garapá Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Sólida series’ main characteristic is the synthetic character of its design contrasted with the use of a natural material. Each piece in the collection is composed of two or thre...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Leme Table, High, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Brazilian Granite
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Granite
Leme Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Grey Alba Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Leme Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Grey Alba Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Leme Table, Low, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Brazilian Granite
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Granite
Leme Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, White Matarazzo Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Porto Side Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oak Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The collection has rounded lines that look for inspiration in the anchor elements present in the ports. The weight and scale of this elements guide t...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Leme Table, Low, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, White Matarazzo Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Abide Marble Side Table in Yellow
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Abide marble side tables are the modern interpretation of the iconic evil eye symbol. The Evil Eye protection consists of an eponym...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Porto Side Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Ebonized Oak
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The collection has rounded lines that look for inspiration in the anchor elements present in the ports. The weight and scale of this elements guide t...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Abide Marble Side Table in Blue
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted abide marble side tables are the modern interpretation of the iconic evil eye symbol. The evil eye protection consists of an eponym...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Dos Gallos Custom Wood Nightstand/Side Table with Drawer and Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom nightstand or side table with drawer and shelf. Can be made in any size, wood and finish. Shown here in Walnut with a medium dark wa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
Porto Side Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oak Wood
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The collection has rounded lines that look for inspiration in the anchor elements present in the ports. The weight and scale of this elements guide t...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Hand carved solid oak side table and stool set with marble gems from SoShiro
By SoShiro
Located in London, GB
The side table and stool from the SoShiro Pok collection are hand-carved in Italy from solid oak, finished in turtle dove grey, and embellished with inlaid polished marble gems. Thes...
Category
2010s Kenyan International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Two Exotic Stone Top Florence Knoll Side Tables One Chrome One Satin Finish Base
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Ferndale, MI
Two separate tables. Designed in the International style by Florence Knoll for Knoll international. Identical size frames one is in bright chrome finish the other is satin finish. Bo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble, Chrome
Chinese Carved Hardwood Floriform Table
Located in New York, NY
Chinese wood table carved with bats amongst stylized clouds above a pierced geometric apron, upon five cabriole legs.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
Mid-20th Century International Style Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Hand carved solid oak side table with marble gems from SoShiro Pok collection
By SoShiro
Located in London, GB
The side table from the SoShiro Pok collection is hand carved in Italy from solid oak, finished in turtle dove grey, and embellished with inlaid polished marble gems. This ergonomic ...
Category
2010s Kenyan International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Allen Side Table
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
In our first collection of furniture, Design and Joinery, we invite great designers from the Mexican scene to collaborate with us to demonstrate our mastery in joinery and carpentry ...
Category
2010s Mexican International Style Side Tables
Materials
Walnut, Wood
"Constellation" Metallic Marquetry Brushed Brass Circular Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
"Constellation" silver and gold metallic marquetry circular brushed brass coffee table with recessed base.
Marquetry is made of hand cut bir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish International Style Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Matias Sagaría Round Coffee Table Italian Walnut Marble Top Grey
Located in San Polo, Parma
Tanghero #1 is a coffee table, designed by Studio Sagaría
TANGHERO is a series of tables in different sizes, distinguished by the pronounced presence of his round base. Shaped by fo...
Category
2010s Italian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
Split Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Stainless Steel and Marble
By RAIN
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Split tables are the result of a subtle intervention in simple geometric forms. A circle and a square are cut, creating tables composed of two independent ...
Category
2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Steel
Ruby Side Table Design by Dami, The Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ruby 02: This artisan made table is fully made of special selected Italian marble. This new product is produced by craftsmen who are leading experts in their area of expertise. Avail...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Emerald Side Table Design by Dami, the Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emerald: This artisan made table has a massive metal tripod frame and base. Color is black coated. The top is upholstered with a python printed leather. This new product is produced ...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Emerald Side Table Design by Dami, The Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emerald: This artisan made table has a massive metal tripod frame and base. Color is black coated. The top is upholstered with a python printed leather. This new product is produced ...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Leather
Emerald Side Table Design by Dami, the Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emerald: This artisan made table has a massive metal tripod frame and base. Color is black coated. The top is upholstered with a python printed leather. This new product is produced ...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Ruby Side Table Design by Dami, the Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ruby 01: This artisan made table is fully made of special selected Italian marble. This new product is produced by craftsmen who are leading experts in their area of expertise. Avail...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Dos Gallos Custom Round Walnut Wood Side or End Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite round walnut table with criss cross stretchers. Can be made in any size and finish. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio.
CUSTOM PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE INQUI...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Sapphire Side Table Design by Dami, the Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sapphire: This artisan made sapphire jewel shaped table has an elegant wooden base which is painted in soft touch paint. The top is made of Italian arrabescato marble. This new produ...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Pr. Chrome and Glass Tables by Atelier International AI
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish pair of chrome and glass tables by Atelier International ( AI ) circa 1970's. Each square table has a raised plate glass top which rests on a bright chrome base. Bot...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Sapphire Side Table Design by Dami, The Netherlands
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sapphire: This artisan made sapphire jewel shaped table has an elegant wooden base which is painted in soft touch paint. The top is made of Italian arrabescato marble. This new produ...
Category
2010s Dutch International Style Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Steel and Glass Nesting Tables by Friedrich Moller for Ronald Schmitt Tische
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important set of half round nesting tables designed by Friedrich Wilheim Moller for Ronald Schmitt Tische, made in Germany, circa 1970s. This set consists of two D shaped ta...
Category
Mid-20th Century German International Style Side Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
International Style side tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique International Style side tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage side tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used International Style side tables made in a specific country, there are Brazil, South America, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original side tables, popular names associated with this style include Danielle de Ruijter, Merve Kahraman, Dos Gallos Studio, and SoShiro. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for side tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $495 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $2,100.
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