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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stand with Dovetail Drawers
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern night stand with Dovetail srawers
Dimensions. 22 W ; 15 D ; 22 H.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid Century Modern Night Tables by Lane C 1965
By Lane Furniture
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of Mid Century Modern night tables by Lane. Pair of doors with brass pulls
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pr. Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Tables Att. to Sven Ellekaer
By Sven Ellekaer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern night stands, attributed to Sven Ellekaer. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
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Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a radiant woodgrain exterior and sleek design, this pair of vintage Mid-Century night stands
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Night Stand
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut nightstand by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine craftsmanship with solid oak interior woods and dovetail construction. Dust panels between drawers and center drawe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
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Oak, Walnut
Circa 1960s Mid-Century Modern Night Stand by Founders
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid Century Modern night stand made by Founders, c.1960s. Rarely found design by Jack Cartwright
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Classic Mid-Century Modern Night Stands/Tables by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in Buffalo, NY
Great pair of 1940s side tables with drawer. The two-tone finish in original factory paint, visible wear. Shelf is adjustable. Drawer marked with Kittinger foil label.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Located in Sheffield, MA
design with tapered legs and a square table top.
Side tables, end tables, night stands.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Night Stands, Stained Beech, Mahogany, Mirror- France
Located in Girona, ES
Pair of night stands with beech structure, stands and top black stained, mahogany veneer on sides
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Mirror, Beech, Mahogany
H 24.81 in W 21.66 in D 13.39 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Night Stands With Marble On Top - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Pair of rounded night stands, one door and one rack, burr thuja veneer and bird eyes maple inside
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of Mid Century Modern Night Stands in Birch by Edmond Spence Sweden C1953
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of night tables in Birch wood with sculpted drawer pulls by Edmond Spence. Beautiful
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Birch
H 24 in W 24.25 in D 18 in
Pair of Edmond Spence Mid-Century Modern Night Tables, Made in Sweden
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of night tables by Edmond Spence. Stamped on bottom, made in Sweden factory #14
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands Bedside Tables Wood & Marble Top
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Dassi, Gio Ponti, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1950s Mid-Century Modern pair of bedside tables with great design
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 21.66 in W 21.66 in D 13 in
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Night Table Lamp, 1960s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern night table lamp. Manufactured in Germany, 1960s.
Executed in wrought
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
1970's Hollywood Regency Campaign Nightstands, a Pair
By Thomasville
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern night stands for sale. Have a Hollywood Regency design, and are
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian MIdCentury Night Stand in Wicker Bamboo Cane and Rattan, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
structure of these Mid Century Modern Night stands is in beech wood and plywood, stable and solid, they are
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Beech, Plywood
H 20.87 in W 18.9 in D 12.6 in
Midcentury Teak End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern night stands. Classic midcentury look featuring open storage on the
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stand by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Toledo, OH
Walnut mid-century modern American of Martinsville 2-drawer night stand with diamond pattern inlaid
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Glass Door Teak Night Stands, Casters, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern glass door teak night stands, casters, pair
Offered for sale is a pair of
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Mid-20th Century Night Stands
Materials
Glass, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Night Stands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Kling Furniture
Manufacturer: Kling Furniture
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Maple
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stand
By Harmony House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Exquisite mid century modern Teak Night Stands Denmark, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
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Mid-century Danish craftsmanship – where form meets function seamlessly.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern “Campatica” Brutalist Night Stands by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Oak
Lovely Pair Lattice Front Walnut Night Stands Mid-century Modern
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of American mid-century modern walnut night stands. The well carved drawer fronts give
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century modern Side Table and Night Stand
Located in Vancouver, WA
These side tables are the definition of a labor of love. They are almost impossible to justify making, but are such a pleasure to create that we just can't stop. All joints are sculp...
Category
2010s Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century modern Side Table and Night Stand
Located in Vancouver, WA
Side Table No. 4
Designed to showcase the details of the joinery and wood, this side table fits perfectly with our dresser No.4 and Bed No. 3 & No. 5.
The drawers can be made with ...
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2010s Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century modern Side Table and Night Stand
Located in Vancouver, WA
These side tables are the definition of a labor of love. They are almost impossible to justify making, but are such a pleasure to create that we just can't stop. All joints are sculp...
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2010s Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Rhythm” Night Stand by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Italian Mid-Century Modern Design Dark Wood Hanging Night Stands, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design darkwood hanging night stands, circa 1960.
Please note that the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
H 13.98 in W 27.17 in D 13.59 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stand with Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 24.25 in W 21.75 in D 15.25 in
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Two-Tier Night Stands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Dimensions: 24.50”H x 18”W x 16”D
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Iron
Stylish Pair John Widdicomb Walnut Night Stands Mid Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish pair of John Widdicomb walnut nightstands, circa 50s. These are an original set with them being book matched one with drawer on right and the other with drawer on the left. W...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Fantastic Pair Of Burled Mastercraft Night Stand Mid-century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding pair of burled walnut and brass mastercraft night stands. Stylized thick bamboo legs
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Night Stands in Teak, 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of vintage nightstands in teak. One frontleg is a bit crooked but fully functional and strong which gives the set a charming uniqueness only found in true vintage furnitures.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Teak
Italian Mid-Century Modern Design Dark Wood Hanging Night Stands, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design darkwood hanging night stands, circa 1960.
Please note that the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
H 13.98 in W 27.17 in D 13.59 in
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Night Stands Circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of Danish teak veneer night stands with drawer. Circa 1980.
They are in very good
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Night Stands, circa 1955
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut and brass night stands in the manner of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Curved-Front Night Stands by Young Furniture Co.
By Young Furniture 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands by Ace-Hi
By ACE-HI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Oiled Walnut Brutalist Night Stand End Table Double Door
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Oiled Walnut Brutalist Night Stand End Table Double Door MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut, Mirror
Gorgeous Pair of Brutalist Evans inspired Night Stands Mid-century Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of brutalist Paul Evans inspired Night stands. These stands are highly carved and
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Night Stands Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of John Widdicomb Asian-style nightstands/end tables. We love that the backs are also finished allowing them to be used in the living room as end tables. They measure 2...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
American Classic Wood Brass Night Stand Bedside Tables Mid-Century Modern - Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of classical American Mid-Century Modern wooden night stands, bedside tables with three drawer
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 25.25 in W 22.5 in D 16.25 in
Fantastic Pair Paul McCobb style Walnut Brass Night Stands Mid-Century Modern
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic pair of Paul Mccobb style walnut drop down door night stands. These were actually made
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Formica, Walnut
H 24 in W 24 in D 16 in
Pair Mid Century Modern Lane Rosewood Single Drawer Night Stands End Tables
By Lane Furniture
Located in Troy, MI
A pair of night stand or end tables by Lane Furniture circa 1960s
From a more rare line in rosewood
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Rosewood, Satinwood
H 23.5 in W 28 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern One-Drawer Oiled Walnut Night Stand End Table Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Danish Modern One-Drawer Oiled Walnut Night Stand End Table Baughman MINT
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 23 in W 16 in D 24 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands with Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 24.25 in W 18 in D 14.25 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Night Stands by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Oak
H 27 in W 30 in D 18.75 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Night Stands by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 25.25 in W 22 in D 17 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Mahogany Night Stands by Harvey Probber C1965
By Harvey Probber
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of mahogany one drawer night stands by Harvey Probber. Rosewood accents
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century California Modern Night Stands by Guild
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 24 in W 20 in D 16 in
Pair Mid Century Modern Diamond Faced Walnut Night Stands by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple and elegant pair of walnut night stands by United Furniture Co. Diamond Faced
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Oak, Walnut
H 25 in W 23 in D 16 in
Pair of Mid 20th Century Modern Solid Hard Mountain Ash Night Stands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid 20th Century modern solid hard mountain ash, by A. Period Mfg. Co night stands.
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20th Century American American Craftsman Night Stands
Materials
Bentwood
Pair Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Night Stands Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl night stands with chrome plinth bases. These
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Walnut Night Stands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Attractive pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut night stands. Double doors on each open to reveal
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Campaign Style Night Stands
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful rosewood chests from the Scandanavian modern period. Campaign Style with recessed hand
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wood, Brass & Beige Opaline Glass Night Stands
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Four drawers with red velvet and brass details inside.
The drawers handles are solid brass bars.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in W 20.08 in D 21.26 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sycamore Night Stands With Mirror Top - France, 1940s
Located in Girona, ES
Pair of solid sycamore and sycamore veneer night stands, French polish finishing. Mahogany inside
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass, Nickel
H 25.6 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
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Mid Century Modern Nighttables For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mid century modern nighttables available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid century modern nighttables — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. There are 3075 antique and vintage mid century modern nighttables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 43 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid century modern nighttables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century modern nighttables bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made mid century modern nighttables over the years, but those made by Paul McCobb, American of Martinsville and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Mid Century Modern Nighttables?
Prices for mid century modern nighttables start at $1 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $2,549.
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 legendary 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.
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 Mid Century Modern Nighttables
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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