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MCM Dining Table & 6 Chairs Newly Upholstered After Broyhill Brasilia - 10 Piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table and 6 Chairs Newly Upholstered Styled After
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 32 in W 20 in D 21 in
Vintage MCM Heywood Wakefield Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage MCM dining table. Made by the iconic Heywood Wakefield. Beautiful drop leaf
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid 20th Century After Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft Faceted Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage MCM dining table. Made After the iconic Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft. A chic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Mid Century Modern Rosewood Extendable Dining Table
By Borge Jensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Mid Century Modern/MCM Dining Table with two extensions on either end.
Made in Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Rosewood
Danish teak mcm oval dining table with leaves
By Arne Vodder
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Danish teak MCM dining table
Gorgeous Scandinavian oval dining table with two leaves that store
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
Vintage MCM Pedestal Dining Game Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Mid-Century Modern Formica pedestal dining game table with recessed gold trim
Coloration: Light green
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Formica, Wood
Vintage MCM Drop Leaf Extendable Dining Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern drop-leaf extendable dining table. Featuring clean lines and a versatile
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
MCM Vintage Teak Dining Table Pop Up Leaf
Located in Lake Worth, FL
teak smoked glass extendable with pop up leaf dining table
Approximate measurements in inches
Width
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak, Glass
MCM Vintage Adrian Pearsall Compass Walnut & Glass dining table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates dining table with walnut frame and glass top. Designed by Adrian
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Vintage Dining Table, Wicker Rattan Base, Wood Top, Rectangular, MCM
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Dining Table, Wicker Rattan Base, Wood Top, Rectangular, Mid Century, MCM, Unique, Dining
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Vintage MCM Faux Marble 'Solid Resin' Oval Dining Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Resin Faux Marble Oval Pedestal Dining Table
Approximate Measurements in
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Resin
1960’s MCM Asian Parson Style Black Extension Dining Table
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage MCM or Mid-Century Modern Asian Parson style extension dining table with a black
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Ash
Round Post Modern Brutalist MCM Beech Extendable Dining Table + Leaf
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Basel, BS
Absolutely incredible, and very stylish Brutalist dining table with an additional extendable leaf
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Brutalist Dining Room Tables
Materials
Beech
Bernhard Pedersen MCM Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Countryside, IL
Bernhard Pedersen Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.5 in W 106.5 in D 44.75 in
Widdicomb MCM Bleached Mahogany Expanding Console Dining Table with 4 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Expanding Console Dining Table with 4 Leaves
As the dining
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 29.25 in W 100 in D 37 in
MCM Sigurd Hansen Rosewood Glass-Top Dining Table, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive dining table in the mid-century Scandinavian tradition, crafted from rich rosewood
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 65.75 in D 41.75 in
Edward Wormley Dunbar MCM Hexagonal Rosewood Mahogany Dining Table - 2 Leaves
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Hexagonal Rosewood and Ebonized Mahogany Expanding Dining
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
H 28.5 in W 84 in D 45 in
1960s MCM Green Live Edge Marble Spanish Trestle Style Dining Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite green live edge marble table, dating back to the
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Iron
Vintage MCM Extendable Table Dining Set - Set of 7
Located in west palm beach, FL
Upgrade your dining experience with this Vintage MCM Extendable Table Dining Set. Perfect for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Expanding Mahogany Dining Table - 2 Leaves
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Expanding Mahogany Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Gudme Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Gudme Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.25 in W 96.75 in D 40 in
MCM Swiss Omega Blonde Oak Dining Conference Table Attributed Hans Eichenberger
By Hans Eichenberger
Located in Topeka, KS
Mid-20th Century MCM (Mid-Century Modern) Swiss design Omega blonde oak dining tables attributed to
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 28.75 in W 60 in D 24 in
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft MCM Lacquered Etched Brass Expanding Dining Table
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Mid Century Lacquered Etched Brass Panel Expanding Dining Table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 84 in D 47 in
Skovby MCM Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Countryside, IL
Skovby Mid Century Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.25 in W 104.5 in D 39.5 in
Falster Møbelfabrik MCM Teak Expanding Hidden Leaf Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Falster Møbelfabrik Mid Century Teak Expanding Hidden Leaf Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 29 in W 103.25 in D 40 in
Danish MCM Rosewood Dining Table by Henry Rosengren Hansen, circa 1960s
By Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Danish Rosewood dining table by Henry Rosengren Hansen, circa 1960s
Midcentury Danish round dining
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
MCM Milo Baughman Style Laminate Parsons Dining Table With Bar Table - Set of 2
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Rectangular White Laminate Parsons Dining Table with Bar
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Laminate
H 11 in W 60 in D 36 in
MCM Peter Ghyczy Style Beveled Glass Top Pedestal Dining/Conference Table/Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Peter Ghyczy Style Beveled Glass Top Pedestal Dining/Conference Table/ Executive
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass
H 29 in W 120 in D 47 in
Nicos Zographos Large Oval Travertine Marble Stainless Steel Dining Table MCM
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Amazingly well-made, a dining or conference table that can also be use as a desk. The top is a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine, Stainless Steel
H 30 in W 39.25 in D 67 in
Dark Walnut Oval MCM c1970s Dining Table w/ Two Extension Boards Leaves MINT
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Dark Walnut Oval MCM c1970s Dining Table w/ Two Extension Boards Leaves MINT!
2x18" Leaves.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Mahogany Expanding Dining Table with 1 Leaf
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Expanding Dining Table with 1 Leaf
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 29.5 in W 80.25 in D 60.25 in
Henredon MCM Walnut and Mirrored Top Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Henredon
Located in Countryside, IL
Henredon Mid Century Walnut and Mirrored Top Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
H 29.25 in W 121 in D 41 in
MCM Arts & Crafts Cerused Oak Dining Table w/ 12" Extension Leaf Board Mint
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
MCM Arts & Crafts Cerused Oak Dining Table w/ 12" Extension Leaf Board Mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
William Watting Style MCM Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By William Watting
Located in Countryside, IL
William Watting Style Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.25 in W 84.75 in D 45.25 in
Early Original Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen MCM Model Jh0567 Teak Dining Table
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Early Original Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen midcentury Model JH0567 Teak Dining Table
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28 in W 140.75 in D 51.5 in
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
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 29 in W 64.25 in D 48.25 in
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 201 MCM Rosewood Expanding Dining Table - 2 Leaves
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 201 Mid Century Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.25 in W 117.75 in D 41 in
Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage Henredon MCM Taliesin Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Countryside, IL
Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage Henredon Mid Century Taliesin Mahogany Dining Table with 2 Leaves
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 28.75 in W 100 in D 42 in
MCM Round Wrought Iron & Laminate Patio Dining Table Max Stout Blacksmith Shop
Located in Topeka, KS
this exceptional Mid-Century Modern wrought iron dining table!! This table has a tag on the bottom of
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Dyrlund Style MCM Danish Teak Hidden Leaf Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Dyrlund
Located in Countryside, IL
Dyrlund Style Mid Century Danish Teak Hidden Leaf Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.75 in W 104.5 in D 39.25 in
Gio Ponti for Singer and Sons Model 2135 MCM Walnut Expanding Dining Table
By Gio Ponti, M. Singer & Sons
Located in Countryside, IL
Gio Ponti for Singer and Sons Model 2135 Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 4 Leaves
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Arne Vodder for Sibast MCM Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Johannes Andersen for Uldum MCM Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Countryside, IL
Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.5 in W 94.25 in D 47.25 in
1970s Danny Ho MCM Sculptural Rattan Dining Table and Chairs, Set of 5
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan dining table and chairs you
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass, Steel
MCM Tinted Mirror Top Extending Dining Table by Roche Bobois for Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin, Roche Bobois
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Cream Lacquered Tinted Mirror Top Extending Dining Table by Roche Bobois for
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Berlin Iron
H 30 in W 74 in D 50.5 in
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Mayan MCM Iron and Glass Round Dining Table
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Mayan Mid Century Iron and Glass Round Dining Table
The table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
H 29.75 in W 42 in D 42 in
Eero Saarinen MCM Style Tulip Dining or Center Table with Epoxy Resin Design Top
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Plainview, NY
avant-garde craftsmanship, this tulip dining or center table serves as both a functional statement piece
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Epoxy Resin
1950's MCM Dutch Design Extendable Dining Table by Cor Alons for Gouda Den Boer
By Cor Alons
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design Extendable Dining or Kitchen Table by Cor (Cornelius Louis
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 29.53 in W 49.22 in D 32.68 in
MCM Lounge Height Saarinen Table by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Dekalb, IL
Mid-Century Modern Circular Dining Table – c. 1960s (Attributed to Knoll Inc., East Greenville, PA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Dining Set, Drop Leaf Table, Six Chairs, Mid Century, MCM, Laminate
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Dining Set, Drop Leaf Table, Six Chairs, Mid Century, MCM, Laminate, Wood, Unique, Kitchen
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Wood, Laminate, Formica
H 30 in W 41.75 in D 57.5 in
MCM T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings For Widdicomb Klismos Style Extension Dining Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Table with Two Extension Boards and 6 Chairs
This exquisite Mid Century Modern dining set, designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 104 in D 40 in
1950's MCM Brass/ Macassar Ebony/ Bronze Toned Glass Dining Table by Roman Spa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1950's Italian Mid Century Modern Designer Dining Table. Constructed of Brass/ Macassar Ebony wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 39 in D 79 in
SOLD 07/31/23 Kofod Larsen MCM Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kofod Larsen Mid Century Danish Teak Expanding Dining Table with 3 Leaves
This table measures: 47
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.75 in W 106.25 in D 47.25 in
Round Post Modern Brutalist MCM Beech Dining Table + 6 Chairs, 9 Pcs Set
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Basel, BS
Absolutely incredible, and very stylish Brutalist dining table with an additional extendable leaf
Category
Vintage 1980s European Brutalist Dining Room Sets
Materials
Beech
1970s MCM Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Outdoor Dining Set
By Russell Woodard
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fiberglass Outdoor Dining Set
Set includes 4 swivel rocker armchairs with cushions, dining table with glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Glass, Fiberglass
MCM Set 4 Krueger Chairs & Tulip Style Base Game or Dining Table Faux Wood Top
By KI Krueger International
Located in Topeka, KS
!! You simply MUST have it!! So, what are you waiting for?? Make it YOURS!!!
Dining Table Size
- Height
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Metal
H 29 in W 42 in D 42 in
Johannes Nørgaard Nørgaards Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Table
By Johannes Norgaard
Located in Countryside, IL
Johannes Nørgaard for Nørgaards Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Hidden Leaf Dining Table
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.5 in W 98 in D 34.5 in
Poul Norreklit Georg Petersens MCM Danish Rosewood Chrome Hidden Leaf Table
By Poul Nørreklit, Georg Petersens
Located in Countryside, IL
Dining Table
This table measures: 63 wide x 36.5 deep x 27.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 27.5 in W 86.5 in D 36.5 in
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Mcm Dining Tables For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of mcm dining tables is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique mcm dining tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. Mcm dining tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mcm dining tables bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made mcm dining tables over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Drexel and Artemide are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Mcm Dining Tables?
Prices for mcm dining tables start at $235 and top out at $16,500 with the average selling for $2,150.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
Questions About Mcm Dining Tables
- What is an MCM dining table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
- What is the best dining table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is a dining table necessary?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To protect your maple dining table, use placemats or a tablecloth to reduce the risk of scratches. Always place a trivet underneath hot serveware to avoid scorching the finish. Set glasses on coasters to keep rings off the wood. Shop a selection of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There isn’t a single most durable material for a dining table. Solid hardwood and stainless steel can hold up to wear and tear, but the quality of the craftsmanship also impacts durability. Find a variety of dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no single most durable type of dining table. Materials like solid hardwood, stone and marble can make for long-lasting tables, but other factors like how you care for the piece and how well it's made also help determine durability. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The size of a dining table for six depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables designed to seat six are 72 inches long by 36 inches wide. With round tables, the typical diameter size for a six-seater is 60 to 72 inches. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary dining tables.
- Is onyx good for a dining table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Yes, onyx can be a good material for a dining table. The mineral is strong, but it is relatively lightweight, making tables easy to move throughout a room as needed. Many people find the color and luster of onyx tabletops to be visually appealing. Since the material can become scratched or damaged by heat, it is important to take steps to protect an onyx dining table by using felt-backed trivets or heat-resistant fabric mats beneath hot dishes. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of onyx dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether mahogany is good for a dining table is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people may prefer the hardwood for their dining room furniture owing to its natural beauty, durability and stain-resistant qualities. Mahogany also features a striking natural grain that renders it ideal for use in that part of your home, specifically as dinner guests will be able to experience it! Shop a range of mahogany dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Large dining tables are usually called banquet tables due to their ability to seat a crowd. Normally, banquet tables measure over 10 feet in length. Some standard dining tables convert to banquet tables with removable leaves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Some furniture lovers and interior designers believe ceramic dining tables are worth it. Ceramic tabletops introduce a new texture to dining rooms, enhancing the overall visual appeal. They are also resistant to staining and the effects of heat, characteristics that many other materials used to produce tabletops can lack. However, there are some downsides to ceramic tabletops. For one thing, a large table topped with ceramic may be very heavy and difficult to move. The tabletop can also crack or chip if you drop something heavy on it. To determine whether a ceramic table is ideal for you, weigh the pros and cons of owning one carefully. Shop an assortment of ceramic dining tables and other dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
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