Pair Of Mid Century Walnut End Tables

Modern Square Walnut End Table

Lane Mid Century Modern Furniture

Lane 1960 Living Room Tables

End Tables By Lane

Mid Century Modern End Tables With Drawers

Century Furniture Company End Table

Step Table

American Of Martinsville Pair

Pair of Mid-Century Walnut End Tables

$725 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Walnut End Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Mid-century modern walnut end tables fit for a variety of spaces besides just the bedroom

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Bedside Tables

$1,500 / set

Mid-Century Modern Bedside Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of mid-century walnut end tables with two drawers and brass hardware. Please confirm location

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Pair of Walnut Cube End Tables

$2,975 / set

Mid Century Modern Pair of Walnut Cube End Tables

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Handsome pair of mid century modern cube shaped walnut end tables having recessed glass fitted tops.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid Century Walnut End Tables Pair MCM

$1,271Sale Price / set|25% Off

Mid Century Walnut End Tables Pair MCM

By Mersman

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Mid Century Solid Walnut End Tables The tables

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid-century Walnut and Brass End Tables

$2,100 / set

Pair of Mid-century Walnut and Brass End Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish two-tone pair of vintage modern end tables feature a brass sled leg base. A unique

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Black Laminate Top Walnut End Tables Stands

$1,200 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Black Laminate Top Walnut End Tables Stands

By American of Martinsville, Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mid-Century Modern high gloss black laminate end side tables night stands.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Laminate

Handsome Pair of American of Martinsville, Mid-Century Modern End Tables

$1,850 / set

Handsome Pair of American of Martinsville, Mid-Century Modern End Tables

By American of Martinsville

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome pair of American of Martinsville walnut step end tables. Manufactured by American of

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage American of Martinsville Walnut End Tables

$2,000 / set

Vintage American of Martinsville Walnut End Tables

By American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

! Sleek, yet robust, these walnut end tables feature a rich warm wood grain and ample tops. A pair of

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Pair Large Square Raised Rolled Edge Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables

$3,200 / set

Pair Large Square Raised Rolled Edge Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables

By American of Martinsville, John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair Large Square Raised Rolled Edge One Drawer Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Sculpted Walnut End Tabels

$1,600 / set

Pair of Mid Century Sculpted Walnut End Tabels

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage set of glass top end tables featuring beautifully sculpted bases with rich walnut grain

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Vintage Sculptural American Walnut End Tables

$2,600

Mid-Century Vintage Sculptural American Walnut End Tables

By John Stuart, John Widdicomb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful pair of mid-century American Modern end tables constructed in walnut and oak. The ample

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables with a Caned Shelf

$1,495 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables with a Caned Shelf

By John Stuart

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of mid century modern walnut end tables with a caned shelf below. Table top centers

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables Two Drawer Stands

$3,600 / set

Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables Two Drawer Stands

By Paul McCobb, Edmond J. Spence

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very nice Mid-Century Modern end tables stands.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

A Pair of Mid Century Modern Burl Walnut End Tables, C. 1960.

$2,450 / set

A Pair of Mid Century Modern Burl Walnut End Tables, C. 1960.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Discovered in Argentina, these tables demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship with solid burl walnut

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Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Cube Shape Walnut Mid-Century Modern End Side Occasional Tables Stands

$3,800

Pair of Cube Shape Walnut Mid-Century Modern End Side Occasional Tables Stands

By Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of cube shape Walnut Mid-Century Modern end side occasional tables stands MINT!.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Modern Square Walnut Side End Tables Removable Legs MINT!

$1,600

Pair of Mid Century Modern Square Walnut Side End Tables Removable Legs MINT!

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mid Century Modern Square Walnut Side End Tables Stands Benches Removable Legs MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 1960s Walnut Side End Tables

$550

Pair of 1960s Walnut Side End Tables

Located in Victoria, BC

An elegant pair of 1960s walnut end tables distinguished by their sculptural trapezoidal tops and

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Modern Slatted Walnut End Tables by Mel Smilow C1955

$3,595 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Slatted Walnut End Tables by Mel Smilow C1955

By Mel Smilow

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural slatted end tables with exposed joinery as part of

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair

$4,295 / set

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 22

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid Century Walnut Cube Tables

$1,825Sale Price / set|47% Off

Pair of Mid Century Walnut Cube Tables

Located in Redding, CT

Amazing pair of walnut cube end or side tables with recessed base.. Classic timeless style. Use

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Wonderful Pair of Lane Octagon Glass Walnut Side End Tables Mid-Century Modern

$1,960Sale Price / set|20% Off

Wonderful Pair of Lane Octagon Glass Walnut Side End Tables Mid-Century Modern

By Lane Furniture

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful pair of Lane octagon shaped glass and walnut side end tables. This pair is in very nice

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Lane Rhythm Collection Walnut End Tables a Pair

$2,495 / set

Mid-Century Modern Lane Rhythm Collection Walnut End Tables a Pair

By Lane Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Classic Mid-Century Modern pair of end tables by Lane Furniture for their Rhythm Collection

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Walnut, Leather and Mahogany Wedge End Tables by Dunbar

$8,500 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Walnut, Leather and Mahogany Wedge End Tables by Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar walnut wedge/trapezium-form end tables with mahogany stretchers

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Modern Solid Oil Walnut c1970s Brass Tops Side End Tables

$3,880 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Solid Oil Walnut c1970s Brass Tops Side End Tables

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mid Century Modern Solid Oil Walnut c1970s Brass Tops Side End Tables MINT.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Style Mid-Century Walnut and White Laminate End Tables, Pair

$2,247 / set

Edward Wormley Style Mid-Century Walnut and White Laminate End Tables, Pair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley style mid-century walnut and white laminate end tables - pair. Each table

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Pair Solid Oiled Walnut Smoked Glass Rectangle End Tables Stands Mid Century

$5,200 / set

Pair Solid Oiled Walnut Smoked Glass Rectangle End Tables Stands Mid Century

By Florence Knoll, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair solid oiled walnut smoked glass rectangle end side tables stands mid century. Stunning Set of

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Pair Sculpted Fronts Legs Walnut Mid-Century Modern Nightstands End Tables MINT!

$6,400 / set

Pair Sculpted Fronts Legs Walnut Mid-Century Modern Nightstands End Tables MINT!

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Sculpted Fronts Legs Walnut Mid-Century Modern nightstands end tables MINT! Kagan Pearsall

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Lane Pair End Tables Nightstands

$1,495 / set

Mid-Century Lane Pair End Tables Nightstands

By Lane Furniture

Located in Baltimore, MD

A beautiful pair of end tables / nightstands by Lane Altavista Furniture Co. Each remains in good

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Lane Step End Tables with Inlaid Walnut Burl Style

$2,295 / set

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Lane Step End Tables with Inlaid Walnut Burl Style

By Lane Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Amazing Mid-Century Modern pair of Lane Alta Vista step table end tables style #1927 walnut with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Pair of Mid-Century Modern End Tables by Lane Furniture

$1,200 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern End Tables by Lane Furniture

By Lane Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful pair of vintage modern end tables with unique walnut wood grain running in different

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Pair of Walnut-Toned End Tables with Open Shelf and Dovetail Drawer.

$2,795 / set

Mid-Century Pair of Walnut-Toned End Tables with Open Shelf and Dovetail Drawer.

Located in Seattle, WA

This matching pair of mid-century modern end tables features clean architectural lines paired with

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables with Slate Tops by Jens Risom C1955

$2,850 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables with Slate Tops by Jens Risom C1955

By Jens Risom

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of mid century modern end tables with walnut bases and black slate tops. Designed by

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Slate

Sensational Pair Copper Top John Stuart Walnut End Table Mid-Century Modern

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

Sensational Pair Copper Top John Stuart Walnut End Table Mid-Century Modern

By John Stuart Inc.

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Sensational pair of John Stuart copper top 2 tiered end tables. We love the patinated copper tops

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Copper

Pair of Mid Century End Tables with Drawer by Lane Furniture

$1,629 / set

Pair of Mid Century End Tables with Drawer by Lane Furniture

By Lane Furniture

Located in Freehold, NJ

This pair of mid century modern end tables by Lane Furniture features hardwood construction

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Cane Front End Tables by Lane

$1,575 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Cane Front End Tables by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage pair of cane front end tables by Lane Furniture offer spacious storage, stylish

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Midcentury Travertine and Walnut End Tables

$1,800 / set

Pair of Midcentury Travertine and Walnut End Tables

By Edward Wormley

Located in Bantam, CT

Finish -Travertine; Walnut -Good

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Bowtie" End Tables By Adrian Pearsall

$3,400 / set

Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Bowtie" End Tables By Adrian Pearsall

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This pair of sculptural Mid-Century Modern "Ribbon" or "Bowtie" side/end tables were designed by

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Pair of Heritage Furniture Parquet Top Hollywood Regency Walnut End Tables

$1,900 / set

Pair of Heritage Furniture Parquet Top Hollywood Regency Walnut End Tables

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Pasadena, TX

These tables are constructed from solid walnut. The tops are done in a parquet top manner. They

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Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair Mid Century John Keal Brown Saltman Walnut & Glass End Side Tables 1950s

$1,800 / set

Pair Mid Century John Keal Brown Saltman Walnut & Glass End Side Tables 1950s

By John Keal, Brown Saltman

Located in Troy, MI

Unique pair of side tables designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman circa 1950s Square walnut

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

A pair of lane 1st Edition walnut end tables/nightstands

$2,040Sale Price / set|20% Off

A pair of lane 1st Edition walnut end tables/nightstands

By Founders Furniture Company

Located in Charleston, SC

Another stunning pair of end tables that are wonderfully finished on all sides so that they can be

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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Swedish Pair of Two Tiers Vintage Walnut Side, End Tables

$3,900 / set

20th Century Swedish Pair of Two Tiers Vintage Walnut Side, End Tables

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish side, end tables made of hand crafted polished, partly

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Style End Tables Pair

$1,916Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Style End Tables Pair

Located in Baltimore, MD

An exceptional pair of Hollywood Regency Campaign style Mid-Century Modern, side tables/night

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century MODERN Walnut + Oak END TABLES by Lane Perception, a Pair

$1,950

Mid Century MODERN Walnut + Oak END TABLES by Lane Perception, a Pair

By Lane Furniture

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Mid Century Modern Walnut and Oak End Tables / Side Tables by Warren Church for Lane Perception

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of End Tables by American of Martinsville

$2,095 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of End Tables by American of Martinsville

Located in Seattle, WA

Silver toned metal inlays accent the top of this set. Walnut toned wood, with tapered legs. Metal

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Understated Walnut End Tables by Brown Saltman

$4,000

Pair of Understated Walnut End Tables by Brown Saltman

By Brown Saltman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of chic understated polished walnut end /side tables by Brown Saltman.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Contemporary Walnut End Tables - Pair

$895 / set

Drexel Contemporary Walnut End Tables - Pair

By Drexel

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Drexel Contemporary Walnut End Tables - Pair Each end table measures: 18 wide x 28 deep x 25.5

Category

Early 2000s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Lane Parson Style End Side Tables Pair

$1,185 / set

Mid-Century Lane Parson Style End Side Tables Pair

By Lane Furniture

Located in Baltimore, MD

A beautiful pair of parson style end side tables by Lane Furniture Co. Featuring beautiful minimal

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair Of Lane Mid Century Walnut Cross Banded Side Tables with Inlay

$895 / set

Pair Of Lane Mid Century Walnut Cross Banded Side Tables with Inlay

By Lane Furniture

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of rectangular walnut side tables with cross banding and oak dots. The tables resting upon

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Andre Bus Lane Acclaim 2-Tier End Tables

$895 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Andre Bus Lane Acclaim 2-Tier End Tables

By Andre Bus, Lane Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mid-Century End Tables by Andre Bus for Lane Acclaim 2-Tier Offered is a pair of mid century

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Pair of Three-Drawer Walnut End Tables Nightstands Small Chests

$4,600 / set

Pair of Three-Drawer Walnut End Tables Nightstands Small Chests

By Drexel, United Furniture Corporation

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of walnut Mid-Century Modern three drawer nightstands or end tables. Sculptural walnut pulls.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Modern End Tables with Single Drawer by Lane Furniture

$1,629 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern End Tables with Single Drawer by Lane Furniture

By Lane Furniture

Located in Freehold, NJ

This pair of mid century modern end tables by Lane Furniture features hardwood construction

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century End Tables by Bassett

$1,400 / set

Mid-Century End Tables by Bassett

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of two tier tables by Bassett Furniture. Mid-century design with sculpted frame and tapered

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Modern Travertine Stone End Tables wirh Wooden Legs

$1,995 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Travertine Stone End Tables wirh Wooden Legs

By Paul McCobb

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple yet elegant pair of mid century modern end tables with travertine stone tops supported by

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine, Iron

Pair of 3 Drawers Rosewood and Walnut End Side Table

$4,400

Pair of 3 Drawers Rosewood and Walnut End Side Table

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of rosewood and walnut cube shape Mid-Century Modern three drawers side end tables.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Pair of Walnut Side End Tables with Floating Glass Shelves

$6,000 / set

Pair of Walnut Side End Tables with Floating Glass Shelves

By Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut end tables stands with floating glass shelves standing on cone

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Merton Gershun "Dania" End Tables by American of Martinsville

$2,100 / set

Merton Gershun "Dania" End Tables by American of Martinsville

By American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique pair of louvered drawer end tables by Merton Gershun feature stylish walnut frames with

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Pair of Walnut and Tile Mosaic Side or End Tables

$2,400 / set

Pair of Walnut and Tile Mosaic Side or End Tables

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very nice vintage Mid-Century Modern mosaic tops walnut end tables.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Stone

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Pair Of Mid Century Walnut End Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of pair of mid century walnut end tables is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct pair of mid century walnut end tables — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. Find 526 antique and vintage pair of mid century walnut end tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of pair of mid century walnut end tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Pair of mid century walnut end tables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Pair of mid century walnut end tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Lane Furniture, Adrian Pearsall and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings are consistently popular.

How Much are Pair Of Mid Century Walnut End Tables?

Prices for pair of mid century walnut end tables start at $600 and top out at $30,000 with the average selling for $2,800.

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

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.

Finding the Right Tables for You

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 .

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