G-Plan "Whale Tail" Butterfly Leaf Dining Table
By G-Plan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking Mid-Century Modern dining table by G-Plan, known as the iconic “Whale Tail” model.
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Brass
G-Plan "Whale Tail" Butterfly Leaf Dining Table
By G-Plan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking Mid-Century Modern dining table by G-Plan, known as the iconic “Whale Tail” model.
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak extendable dining table with built-in leaf.
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak extendable dining table with built-in leaf.
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak extendable dining table with built-in leaf.
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak extendable dining table with built-in leaf.
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak extendable dining table with built-in leaf.
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Extendable Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak extendable dining table with 1 built-in leaf.
Teak
Mid-Century G Plan Fresco Extendable Butterfly Leaf Teak Dining Table 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A good Mid-Century Modern G Plan teak extendable dining table from the "Fresco range", designed by V.B.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern G Plan Teak Dining Set, Table & Four Chairs, 1950
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Buxton, GB
Embrace the timeless elegance of the 1950 and 60s with this set of four G Plan Fresco Dining Chairs and round table. Each chair stands as a testament to the enduring style of Mid-Cen...
Teak
1960s Mid-Century modern G Plan Fresco extending dining table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
The Fresco range, designed by V B Wilkins, was heavily influenced by Scandinavian design with clean lines, minimal ornamentation and a warm teak veneer showing the grain. This is t...
Teak
$3,365 / set
Mid-Century G Plan Dining Table and Six Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
Stunning 1960s G Plan Fresco Dining table with six chairs by Victor Wilkins Beautiful solid teak extending circular-to-oval dining table with six matching Fresco dining chairs.
Teak
$1,164
G-Plan Extending Table
Located in London, England
Mid-Century G-Plan Fresco dining table in teak. Re-finished.
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern G-PlanTeak Oval Extending Dining Table. UK Import
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage dining table, oval, extendable, scandinavian style teak by g-plan, circa 60's.
Teak
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Danish Extendable Teak Oval Table by Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage Danish oval dining table designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured by G-Plan.
Teak
1960s Kofod Larsen Tea Trolley
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, Lambeth
stunning 1960s G-plan tea trolley which was designed by the Danish designer, Kofod Larsen. He produced G-plans Danish range during the 1960s and the tea trolley is one of the rarer i...
Teak
Midcentury Teak Extending Dining Table by G-Plan, 1970s
By G-Plan
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury Teak extending dining table by G-Plan - Made in the UK - Extended width 195 cm.
Teak
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 56.3 in D 38.98 in
Mid-Century Teak Extendable Dining Table from G-Plan, 1960s
By G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is an rectangular shaped teak dining table manufactured by G-Plan in the 1960s.
Teak
1970s G Plan Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A solid teak original extendable G plan table with lovely wood grain. The table is very well made and substantial with a fold down central section. Original G plan sticker on undersi...
Teak
1970s G Plan Mid-Century Extendable Teak Dining Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A solid teak original extendable G Plan table with lovely wood grain. The table is very well made and substantial with a fold down central section. Original G Plan sticker on undersi...
Teak
Vintage Extendable Teak Dining Table Form G-Plan, 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Berlin, DE
This round teak dining table with a pull-out extension leaf was produced in the 1960s.
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 59.85 in D 35.04 in
Mid-Century Teak Extendable Dining Table from G-Plan, United Knigdom, 1960s
By G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is an rectangular shaped teak dining table manufactured by G-Plan in the 1960s.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 60.63 in D 36.23 in
Mid-Century Teak Rectangular Fresco Dining Table from G-Plan, United Knigdom.
By G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This rectangular extendable dining table was produced by G-Plan in the 1960s.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 12.21 in D 32.29 in
Mid-Century Teak Extendable Dining Table from G-Plan, 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This dining table in teak dates from the 1960s. The table manufactured by G-Plan in United Knigdom.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 53.55 in D 35.83 in
Mid-Century Teak Extendable Dining Table from G-Plan, 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This dining table in teak dates from the 1960s. The table manufactured by G-Plan in United Knigdom.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 48.04 in D 48.04 in
Mid-Century Teak Round Fresco Dining Table from G-Plan, United Knigdom, 1960s
By G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This round extendable dining table was produced by G-Plan in the 1960s.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 96.07 in D 35.04 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen for G-Plan’s Danish Range 1960s Teak Extendable Dining Table
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
This is a very stylish, sleek dining table designed by Larsen for G-Plan's Danish range.
Teak
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 59.85 in D 35.04 in
Midcentury Teak Extending Dining Table by Ib Kofod Larsen for G Plan, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G Plan Furniture
Located in Surbiton, GB
Midcentury teak extending dining table by Ib Kofod Larsen for G Plan, circa 1960.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in Dm 48.04 in
1960s Original G Plan E Gomme Vintage Midcentury Round Extending Dining Table
By Ebenezer Gomme, G-Plan
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage, midcentury, Scandinavian Modern This vintage item is in very good condition 1960s original G Plan E Gomme vintage midcentury round extending dining table Dimensions: D 12...
Teak
Unavailable
H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 19.3 in
Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by Leslie Dandy for G-Plan, United Knigdom, 1960s
By Leslie Dandy, G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Dining chairs made by british manufaktured G-Plan in the 1960s. Designed by Leslie Dandy. Made from solid teak. Wood elements have been cleaned and polished with Danish Oil. The foam...
Leather, Teak
Vintage G Plan Dining Table Teak Fresco 1970s Mcm
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive teak dining table designed by V.B. Wilkins and manufactured in the 1970s by G Plan as part of there Fresco Range.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 59.06 in D 37.01 in
1960’s Mid Century G Plan Extending Dining Table With Angled Legs
Located in London, GB
Step back in time with this iconic piece: a 1960s Mid Century G Plan Extending Dining Table with Angled Legs. Crafted with the sleek lines and timeless design characteristic of the m...
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.73 in W 53.94 in D 29.93 in
Mid Century 1950’s Dining ‘Helicopter’ Table by E Gomme G Plan
Located in London, GB
Very rare Mid Century Modern ‘Helicopter’ dining table. Designed in the 1950’s by E Gomme G Plan, part of their Librenza range.
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.55 in W 74.02 in D 46.07 in
Librenza Dining Table in Tola Wood by E.Gomme for G Plan, 1950’s
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Librenza Dining Table in Tola Wood, designed by E. Gomme for G Plan in the 1950s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this dining table is a true icon of mid...
Teak
Unavailable
H 27.17 in W 59.85 in D 18.9 in
G Plan E Gomme Quadrille Desk Dressing Table, 1960, Mid-Century Bedroom Office
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
1965 could be argued as one of the best years for G Plan design with R Bennett creating the stunning Quadrille range of furniture in luxurious teak with beautiful rosewood handles.
Teak
Teak and Ebonised Dining Table with Four Matching Chairs
Located in Nottingham, GB
A 1960's G-Plan dining table and four matching chairs, newly upholstered in a fabric design from the world renowned Sanderson & Co, to give a near original look. Dimensions: Table 75...
Teak, Fabric
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 44.1 in D 29.93 in
Teak, Ebonized Draw Leaf Dining Table with Four Matching Chairs
Located in Nottingham, GB
A 1960's British G-Plan (E.Gomme) teak and ebonised draw leaf dining table with four matching chairs newly recovered seats in fabric from the House of Romo, Villa Nova Range, to repl...
Teak, Beech, Upholstery
Midcentury Teak Trolley or Cart
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chilton, GB
A midcentury teak drinks trolley of angular form on tapering legs and having twin tiers. Great as a mini cocktail bar in your sitting room. Nice clean lines mean this drinks ca...
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 66.15 in D 38.19 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern, 1960s A.H. McIntosh of Kirkaldy Extending Dining Tab
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in London, GB
Heavily influenced by Danish design, A.H. McIntosh of Kirkcaldy Scotland were one of the first to introduce the Scandinavian style to the UK. They were in direct competition with G P...
Teak
Unavailable
H 17 in W 21 in D 21 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen for G Plan Danish Range Footstool Eames Mid-Century Era
By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
There is no doubting the exceptional skill as a designer that Kofod Larsen showed throughout his long and illustrious career with pieces for a range of companies proving increasingly...
Fabric, Teak
Austinsuite Teak Sideboard Console Table Retro
By Austinsuite
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
Austinsuite of London were at the forefront of English Mid-Century design creating stunning designs to rival G Plan and Ercol using beautiful and exotic woods to create highly practi...
Teak
G-Plan Teak Dining Table
By G-Plan
Located in Denton, TX
“G-Plan” extendable teak dining table with butterfly leaf.
Teak
Mid-Century Dining Table in Teak from G-Plan, 1960s
By G-Plan
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak extending dining table from the Fresco range, by G Plan, circa 1960s Designed by V B Wilkins Extended width 210cm
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak G Plan Extending Dining Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning and iconic vintage teak dining table. part of the Fresco range made in England by G Plan.
Teak
G-Plan Teak Extending Table 5-Piece Dining Set
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Mid-Century Modern teak dining room table with extendable fold out leaf by G-Plan, circa 1968 with four chairs.
Teak
Mid Century Modern VIntage Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your dining space with this stunning drop leaf dining table. Expertly crafted by renowned British furniture maker G Plan, it offers both elegance and practicality. This table...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Set by G-Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A very nice Mid-Century Modern Danish style teak dining set by G-Plan. The set includes the dining table with a built-in flip-up leaf and four chairs.
Teak
Vintage G Plan Fresco Dining Table & Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A stunning and iconic vintage dining table and chair set. This was part of the Fresco range made in England by g- plan, it dates from the 1960-70’s.
Teak
Sold
H 42.13 in W 55.12 in L 42.13 in
1960’s Mid-Century Extending G Plan Drop Leaf Teak Extending Dining Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
Ideal for a small space. A good sized extending dining table for the kitchen or the dining room. Two drop down sections allow 3 different sizes. When both flaps are down it is very n...
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Extension Dining Table by G-Plan
By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome Kofod-Larsen dining table by G-Plan is crafted of teak and has a hidden butterfly extension to create a larger top.
Teak
Mid Century G-Plan Dining Table and 4 Chairs
By G-Plan
Located in Buxton, GB
This Mid Century G-Plan dining table and 4 chairs set is a vintage piece from the 1950s, showcasing the iconic Mid-Century Modernism style.
Leather, Wood
Teak Round/ OVAL Table with Pop Up Leaf G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
48" round teak dining table with one 18" pop up leaf. Beautiful teak with outstanding grain! Self storing leaf makes it easy to enlarge when needed! Original finish is in great condi...
Teak
Danish Modern Expandable Teak Trestle Table, G-Plan, Denmark
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautiful solid teak dining table manufactured by G-plan, Denmark.
A MCM round teak dining table by G plan, with one 18" pop up leaf
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
A MCM round teak dining table by G plan, with one 18" pop up leaf hidden underneath.
Teak
Vintage G Plan Fresco Dining Table and Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A stunning and iconic vintage teak dining table and chair set. This was part of the Fresco range made in England by G Plan, it dates from the 1960-70’s.
Teak
Sold
H 28.55 in W 63.78 in L 28.55 in
Vintage Oval Extendable Teak and Redwood Dining Table by G-Plan, 1960s
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage oval extendable teak and redwood dining table by G-Plan 1960s. Designed by Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen.
Hardwood, Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 50.01 in D 35.44 in
Expandable teak dining table by Ib Kofod Larsen for G-plan, 1960s
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful teak expandable table designed in the 1960s by the Danish Ib Kofod Larsen, for G-Plan, England. Butterfly extension. Overall good condition, light scratches and discoloring...
Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 63 in D 42.13 in
G Plan Fresco Teak Mid Century Extending Dining Table, 1960s, Victor Wilkins
By G Plan Furniture, Victor Wilkins
Located in London, GB
G Plan Fresco mid century extending dining table.
Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 66.93 in D 38.98 in
Mid- Century Modern Teak OvalExtendable Dinning Table By G Plan, 1960's
By G Plan Furniture
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period dining room table manufactured and design by famous English furniture maker G Plan, circa 1960's.
Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 50.4 in D 44.1 in
Mid- Century Modern Teak OvalExtendable Dinning Table By G Plan, 1960's
By G Plan Furniture
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period dining room table manufactured and design by famous English furniture maker G Plan, circa 1960's.
Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 92.33 in D 34.85 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen, G-Plan 'Danish Design' series 1960s teak extending dining table
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, GB
Ib Kofod-larsen for G-Plan Extending dining table from the G-Plan 'Danish Design' series, designed c. 1962 Teak.
Wood, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 52 in D 42.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Folding Dining Table by G plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your dining space with this stunning drop leaf dining table. Expertly crafted by renowned British furniture maker G Plan, it offers both elegance and practicality. This table...
Teak, Wood
G Plan Brasilia Chairs and Younger Dining Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Seaford, GB
Mid-Century A Younger Extending Dining Table & G Plan Chairs Mid-Century A Younger Extending Dining Table & 5 G Plan Brasilia Teak Chairs Upgrade your dining space with this Mid-Cen...
Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 88.19 in D 35.04 in
Mid- Century Modern Teak Extendable Dinning Table "Fresco" By G Plan, 1960's
By G Plan Furniture, Victor Wilkins
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period dining room table from the acclaimed "Fresco" collection of G Plan designed by Victor Wilkins, UK, 1960's.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table, G-Plan
By G-Plan
Located in High Point, NC
This exceptional Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table, designed in the distinguished G-Plan "Fresco" style, is a remarkable example of Danish craftsmanship.
Teak
G Plan Dining Table
By Victor Wilkins
Located in Otley, GB
A classic piece of midcentury design by G Plan & designed by Victor Wilkins. This dining table is in solid teak & afromosia.
Teak
Dining table in teak, GPlan Uk 1960
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Torino, IT
Dining table in teak, GPlan Uk 1960
Teak
Mid Century Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-century drop leaf dining table was produced by G Plan in England during the 1960s.
Teak
Nest of G-Plan Tables
By G-Plan
Located in Buxton, GB
These Vintage Nest of G Plan Tables from the 1960s are a charming addition to any indoor space.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Table with Six Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
G Plan. Circa 1960s. Teak and teak veneered. Table with butterfly leaf extension.
Teak
GPlan vintage teak table. UK 1960
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Torino, IT
GPlan dining table in teak, 1960
Teak
English G-plan Mid Century Modern Extendable Oval Dining Table
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1960s Mid Century Modern extendable oval dining table. English, G-plan (label intact). Popular butterfly leaf form which stores within the table itself.
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table
By G-Plan, D-Scan, Dyrlund, Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century expanding dining table with two leaves. Made in Denmark from teak wood. Without any extensions, the table forms a perfect circle. As one leaf or both leaves are added, th...
Wood, Teak
$1,150
H 19.75 in W 44.75 in D 29.75 in
Mid-Century Niels Bach Solid Teak Oval Coffee Table with Pedestal Base
By Niels Bach
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Niels Bach designed this solid teak oval table with sculptural presence and functional versatility. The honey-toned teak construction showcases the natural grain and warmth character...
Teak
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 45 in D 45 in
Stunning Mid century modern danish walnut rounded dining table with two leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern walnut rounded dining table with two leaves. This table sits on (4) narrow tapered legs and has brass hardware under the table. This table sits 4 - 6 chairs. Beau...
Brass
$3,195
H 29.75 in W 87.5 in D 48 in
Newly Refinished - Expanding Mid-Century Swedish Modern Teak Dining Table
By J.O. Carlsson, Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Teak
$4,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 120 in D 35.4 in
Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Table, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Seattle, WA
A dining table in teak designed by Johannes Andersen for with clever hidden drawers on both ends concealing two large leaves. The table can accommodate up to 10 seating with extended...
Teak
$7,200
H 29 in W 82.63 in D 55 in
Vintage Italian Round Extendable Dining Table in Rosewood by Ico Parisi for MIM
By Ico Parisi, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian Modernist rosewood extension dining table raised on six rectangular straight legs with aluminum caps designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi for MIM, Roma (ca. 1950s). Spectacular w...
Metal, Aluminum
Danish Modern Round Teak Dining Table w/ 18" Pop Up Hide Away Leaf MINT
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Modern Round Teak Dining Table w/ 18" Pop Up Hide Away Leaf MINT
Teak
$3,595
H 28.25 in W 82.75 in D 41.5 in
Gudme Mobelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 1 Leaf
By Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Gudme Mobelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 1 Leaf This table measures: 63.75 wide x 41.5 deep x 28.25 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inc...
Rosewood
Paul McCobb for Calvin Extendable Walnut Dining Table
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic Mid-Century Modern dining table by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, featuring a rich walnut top and clean, minimalist lines characteristic of McCobb’s work. The table exte...
Aluminum
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
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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.
The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.
Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.
Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.
Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.
The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.
Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.
No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
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