Is a tulip table mid century modern?

Yes, 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.

What's the difference between a mid-century modern desk and a writing table?

Desks typically include drawers or storage, while writing tables are a flatter, more minimal work surface; check the listing description for storage details.

How do I care for a vintage wood or ceramic mid-century coffee table?

Wipe wood surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and condition periodically; ceramic and glass tops should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner to avoid scratching any finish.

What other pieces should I add to a mid-century living room besides a coffee table?

A mid-century modern floor lamp adds ambient light without competing for surface space, a common pairing in mid-century living rooms.

What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?

Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

Is glass or wood a better coffee table top for a mid-century modern living room?

Wood tops feel warmer and closer to the era's original materials, while glass tops show off a rug or floor beneath and read slightly more contemporary; both are common in period-correct pieces.

Mid Century Slat Table

George Nelson Slat Bench Coffee Table

Adrian Pearsall Bench

Slatted Wood Coffee Table

Iconic Bench

Mid-Century Wooden Slat Coffee Table

$1,550

Mid-Century Wooden Slat Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning mid-century piece is as versatile as they come, doubling as both a coffee table and bench.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Slat Board Dining Table and Stools

$3,900 / set

Mid Century Slat Board Dining Table and Stools

Located in Pasadena, TX

The 4 stools have removable cushions. This table is nicely crafted in a mid century period style.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench / Table

$1,000

Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench / Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic vintage modern table or bench in the style of a George Nelson slat bench. Tight wood slats and tapered cone legs. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Slat Bench Coffee Table

$716Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Modern Slat Bench Coffee Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern slat bench / coffee table in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, and tall tapered legs.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Slat Bench or Coffee Table

$1,800

Mid-Century Slat Bench or Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern slat bench in the style of Herman Miller. Blonde top on black tapered legs. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Coffee Table

$995

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Coffee Table

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This stunning 60” mid-century modern walnut slatted coffee table is a true statement piece, showcasing the bold architectural design that defines classic 1960s furniture.

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Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Tony Paul Mid-Century Circular End Table, Wooden Slat Top, Iron Legs

$3,900

Tony Paul Mid-Century Circular End Table, Wooden Slat Top, Iron Legs

By Tony Paul

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century circular end / side table with a wooden slat top resting on three angled black iron legs.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Slat Bench Coffee Table

$2,950

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Slat Bench Coffee Table

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This sleek Mid-Century Modern slatted platform bench, inspired by vintage "transit" style designs, brings timeless architectural lines and versatility to any space.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Italian Slatted Coffee Table, 1950s

$1,591

Mid-Century Modern Italian Slatted Coffee Table, 1950s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Slatted coffee table, in wood and metal with brass feet, Italian production in the 1950s, completely restored.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Deco Brushed Nickel Slat Lucite Glass Top Console Tables Pair

$2,950Sale Price / set|30% Off

Mid-Century Modern Deco Brushed Nickel Slat Lucite Glass Top Console Tables Pair

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco brushed silver nickel slat form pair of Lucite inset half inch glass top console tables.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Mid Century Modern 36" Wood Slat Bench Coffee Table Side Table - a Pair

$795 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern 36" Wood Slat Bench Coffee Table Side Table - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern 36" Wooden Slat Bench Coffee Table Side Tables - a Pair.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench or Coffee Table

$550

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench or Coffee Table

Located in Doylestown, PA

Classic vintage 1960s slat coffee table or bench. This is a versatile piece great for more defined spaces or as an accent by an entry, hallway or in a utility room offering crisp mi...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Danish Style Teak Slatted Rolling Cart

$525

Mid-Century Danish Style Teak Slatted Rolling Cart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stylish mid-century modern teak trolley featuring clean Scandinavian-inspired lines and a practical, versatile design.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Slatted Bench or Coffee Table, France, 1960s

$3,400

Mid-Century Slatted Bench or Coffee Table, France, 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Timeless 1960s wooden slatted bench, a stunning example of midcentury design. This versatile piece doubles as a coffee table, offering ample space for coffee table books and treasure...

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Slatted Elmwood Stool or Side Table, France, 1960

$1,490

Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Slatted Elmwood Stool or Side Table, France, 1960

Located in Almelo, NL

Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Slatted Elmwood Stool or Side Table, France, 1960s Description: A charming and versatile mid-century piece, this handcrafted elmwood stool from 1960s ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Mid-Century Modern Architect Style Layered Plywood Slat Coffee Table.

$795

Mid-Century Modern Architect Style Layered Plywood Slat Coffee Table.

Located in Seattle, WA

Bring a touch of minimalist sophistication to your living room with this uniquely crafted mid-century modern layered plywood slat coffee table.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plywood

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Wood Slat Polished Brass Coffee Cocktail Table

$3,450

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Wood Slat Polished Brass Coffee Cocktail Table

By Lorin Marsh

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful Mid-Century Modern wood slat and polished brass coffee or cocktail table Purchased from Lorin Marsh NYC.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

7 Foot Mid-Century Slat Wood Bench

$1,200

7 Foot Mid-Century Slat Wood Bench

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century table makes a stylish addition to any interior as an occasional bench or slat coffee table.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

George Nelson styled Slat Wood / Glass Mid Century Coffee Table

$1,400

George Nelson styled Slat Wood / Glass Mid Century Coffee Table

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A solid maple slat wood coffee table which is heavy and well constructed having two drawers to each end . The table is topped with glass , lower storage and the drawer backs are in a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Apeldoorn Style Slatted Top, Square Framed Pine Dining Table

$1,850

Mid-Century Apeldoorn Style Slatted Top, Square Framed Pine Dining Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ate van Apeldoorn style pine dining table with slatted top and square frame. It's in original condition with visible wear and scratching that is consistent with its age and use.

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Walnut Slatted Side Tables

$1,200

Walnut Slatted Side Tables

Located in Denton, TX

Walnut Slatted Side Tables. These tables would look great with a glass or smoked glass top. Top opening measures 12.25 x 12.25

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Baker Furniture Mid-Century Modern Teak Slat Expanding Coffee Table, Refinished

$2,395

Baker Furniture Mid-Century Modern Teak Slat Expanding Coffee Table, Refinished

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern slatted expandable bench or coffee table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Teak, with brass-capped feet.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

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 the design by Mel Smilow.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Mid-Century Bertoia Slat Bench by Knoll

$1,800

Mid-Century Bertoia Slat Bench by Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful slat bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll measures 72 inches wide, and is a wonderful piece from one of their most popular 1950's designers. Please confirm item locat...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Slat Bench Coffee Table Made in Yugoslavia C 1950s

$995

Mid Century Slat Bench Coffee Table Made in Yugoslavia C 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Iconic slat bench coffee table, bench made in Yugoslavia, after George Nelson, circa 1950/1960's. Constructed of solid wood, in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition,...

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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Slatted Teak Cocktail Table style George Nelson

$895

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Slatted Teak Cocktail Table style George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic slatted cocktail table in teak wood in the style of George Nelsons iconic design. Rare to find in Teak. Turned legs with brass sabots. In excellent vintage condition with m...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Expandable Slatted Coffee Table/Bench by John Keal

$4,850

Mid Century Modern Expandable Slatted Coffee Table/Bench by John Keal

By John Keal, Brown Saltman

Located in Soquel, CA

Beautiful and versatile expandable mid century minimalist walnut slat bench designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman, circa 1960.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

1960s Mid Century French Modernist Slatted Oak Desk

$3,261Sale Price|25% Off

1960s Mid Century French Modernist Slatted Oak Desk

Located in London, GB

A modernist desk or lamp/console table constructed from substantial slats of patinated solid oak. Unattributed but very much in the manner of Pierre Chapo. Note: Glass top to requi...

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Mid-20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Slatted Cocktail Table/Bench Style of Nelson

$1,390

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Slatted Cocktail Table/Bench Style of Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous slatted bench/cocktail table, a versatile piece which can be used for either situation. Lacquered black (10-20-26) so its in excellent vintage condition. Has some wear, bras...

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Mid-Century Modern, Small Coffee Table, Brown Slat Bench, 1970s

$1,260

Danish Designer, Mid-Century Modern, Small Coffee Table, Brown Slat Bench, 1970s

By Herman Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

This Herman Miller style, Danish coffee table is the perfect Mid-Century piece to bring into your living room, bedroom, or office for an aesthetically pleasing coffee table.

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Expandable Slat Bench / Table

$1,400

Expandable Slat Bench / Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern slat table that extends with two sides.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Slats Triangular Base Glass Top Coffee Table Mint

$4,200

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Slats Triangular Base Glass Top Coffee Table Mint

By Hans J. Wegner, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid Century Modern teak slats triangular base glass top coffee table mint.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mel Smilow Slat Bench/End Table in Walnut

$799

Mel Smilow Slat Bench/End Table in Walnut

By Mel Smilow

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Mel Smilow walnut slat bench. Elegant silhouette with simple lines and just the right proportions. Also could be used as a coffee table. Top and sides have been sanded and ...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Slatted Walnut Cocktail Table in the Manner of George Nelson

$975

Mid Century Modern Slatted Walnut Cocktail Table in the Manner of George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple yet elegant design with 12 walnut slats from one side to the other. Makes either a fantastic cocktail table or a low bench. Very solid on turned legs. In excellent vintage con...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mel Smilow Slat Walnut Side Tables

$2,500

Mel Smilow Slat Walnut Side Tables

By Mel Smilow

Located in Gladstone, NJ

Mel Smilow slat walnut side tables.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Mid Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Styled After Adrian Pearsall

$942Sale Price|35% Off

Mid Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Styled After Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern slat bench coffee table features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, and tall tapered legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Cocktail Table or Bench style of George Nelson

$975

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Cocktail Table or Bench style of George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple yet elegant design with generous walnut slats creating either a cocktail table or a bench, maybe at the foot of your bed. Very sturdy sitting on turned legs. Legs unscrew for ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-century Modern slatted bench/coffee table in the style of George Nelson

$1,705

Mid-century Modern slatted bench/coffee table in the style of George Nelson

Located in Palermo, IT

Mid-century Modern slatted bench/coffee table in the style of George Nelson, 1960 Teak and metal frame with a slatted top.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wengé Slatted Bench by Walter Antonis, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

$3,420

Wengé Slatted Bench by Walter Antonis, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

By Walter Antonis

Located in Antwerp, BE

Wengé bench, Walter Anthonis, Dutch, 1960s Solid wengé piece which could act as both coffee table and bench. Beautiful joints. Would fit as well in a Minimalist modern decor as ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wenge

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench in Meranti Wood, Italy, 1950s Design

$1,995

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Bench in Meranti Wood, Italy, 1950s Design

Located in Hellouw, NL

This compact bench with a powerful appearance has been meticulously made. The design somewhat resembles the style of Ico and Luisa Parisi due to way the slats are placed and it’s pro...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Slatted Side Tables with Glass Tops

$3,200 / set

Pair of Slatted Side Tables with Glass Tops

By Ward Bennett

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of very unusual slat and reed side tables or pedestals with glass tops. Ca' 1970's, drum shaped, wider at the top.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Danish Modern Teak Slat End Tables

$2,200 / set

Pair of Danish Modern Teak Slat End Tables

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Danish modern teak slat end tables, Denmark, circa 1960s. They are a versatile size and can be used as end or side tables, or as nightstands.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of Slat Tables in the style of Adrian Pearsall, 1960s

$1,600 / set

Pair of Slat Tables in the style of Adrian Pearsall, 1960s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

Pair of Slat Tables in the style of Adrian Pearsall, 1960s Striking pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern slat tables in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, dating to th...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Side Table, Dark Wood with Slatted Shelf, 1950s Design

$883

Danish Modern Side Table, Dark Wood with Slatted Shelf, 1950s Design

Located in London, GB

Constructed from dark wood, the piece features a rectangular top with softly rounded edges, highlighting the natural grain and depth of the gorgeous rich wood colouring. Below the ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Extending Slat Bench

$1,800

Mid-Century Extending Slat Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

American made mid-century slatted bench or table that extends from 55" to 95.5".

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

70s Hardwood Coffee Table with Slatted Shelf Scandinavian Style

$772

70s Hardwood Coffee Table with Slatted Shelf Scandinavian Style

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bring timeless Scandinavian-inspired style to your space with this vintage hardwood coffee table from the 1970s. Crafted from solid wood with clean lines, tapered legs, and a warm ho...

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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal

$3,250

California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal

By Brown Saltman, John Keal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing histo...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Pair Square Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Modern Benches Side Tables MINT!

$4,400 / set

Pair Square Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Modern Benches Side Tables MINT!

By Mel Smilow, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mel Smilow Solid Walnut Tapered Dowel Legs Square Slatted Solid Walnut Modern Benches Side Tables MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Zalszupin-Inspired Sculptural Slatted Teak Coffee Table with Hidden Storage

$795

Zalszupin-Inspired Sculptural Slatted Teak Coffee Table with Hidden Storage

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rectangular studio craft coffee table built around one of the more inventive surface mechanisms in Mid-Century furniture making: lift from the center of the slatted top and each slat...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Slatted Coffee table by Sergio Rodrigues and Jorge Jabour

$5,800

Slatted Coffee table by Sergio Rodrigues and Jorge Jabour

By Jorge Jabour, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Jorge Jabour and Sergio Rodrigues for the offices of Manchete TV and Editora in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. Sergio Rodrigues's most important commissions...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Re-issue of IDEA Metal Wood Slat and Marble Table

$5,900 / item

Re-issue of IDEA Metal Wood Slat and Marble Table

Located in Austin, TX

Based on a 1970s design by the now-defunct Mexican manufacturer IDEA, this re-issue elevates the IDEA Metal Wood Slat and Marble table to new heights while preserving its intricate w...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Demilune Console Table / Dry Bar in Solid Elm, Slatted Drum Base, France, 1950s

$5,082

Demilune Console Table / Dry Bar in Solid Elm, Slatted Drum Base, France, 1950s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

French workshop, demilune console, solid elm, France, 1950s. The semi-circular top sits on an enclosed drum base formed by six curvilinear solid elm brackets framing vertical planked...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Elm

1950's Mid Century Small Table Or Rack

$169

1950's Mid Century Small Table Or Rack

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950's Low Mid Century Side Table. Simple slatted French side table made from quarter cut ash.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Slat Bench or Coffee Table after Arthur Umanoff

$580Sale Price|27% Off

Mid-Century Slat Bench or Coffee Table after Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Trenton, NJ

An emblem of timeless modern design, this mid-century slat bench captures the refined architectural language that made the period so influential.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Lawson-Fenning Y-Leg Coffee Table, Solid Walnut Slat Top, Modern Cocktail Table

$5,975 / item

Lawson-Fenning Y-Leg Coffee Table, Solid Walnut Slat Top, Modern Cocktail Table

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Y-Leg Coffee Table Top is composed of solid American walnut or white oak strips. Both ends of the table have visible dowel joinery which adds to the handcrafted feel and the stre...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Steel

Brutalist Belgian Slatted Oak Dining Table w/ Rounded Legs Attributed to DePuydt

$2,750

Brutalist Belgian Slatted Oak Dining Table w/ Rounded Legs Attributed to DePuydt

By De Puydt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Heavy solid oak dining table attributed to Belgian maker De Puydt, featuring the robust, uncompromising construction characteristic of Belgian Brutalist furniture. The thick rectangu...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Nice and Massive Oregon Pine Dining Table with Wonderful Slat Extension

$1,265Sale Price|44% Off

Nice and Massive Oregon Pine Dining Table with Wonderful Slat Extension

By Bernt Petersen

Located in Munich, DE

By Bernt Petersen. Two extensions 48cm (18.9 inch)/each. Chairs are sold.

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Restored Stacked Slat Rattan Coffee Table W/ Mahogany & Glass Top

$2,600

Restored Stacked Slat Rattan Coffee Table W/ Mahogany & Glass Top

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage 1940s rattan coffee table with wonderful stacked base, stylized cut-out slat sides and a beautiful medium stained mahogany top complete with glass top. 30" x 30" top 15" high...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan

Signed Oak Slats & Lacquered Steel Coffe Table by P. Verdurier - France 1960's

$5,600

Signed Oak Slats & Lacquered Steel Coffe Table by P. Verdurier - France 1960's

By Meubles TV

Located in New York, NY

Elegant coffee table featuring inset oak slats and tapered ends, all resting on an airy lacquered steel frame. Artist's and manufacturer's (Tricoire et Vechione - Meubles TV) signat...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Bench Table

$2,700

Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Bench Table

Located in Miami, FL

Mel Smilow Slatted Solid Walnut Mid-Century Modern Bench or Table.

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Vintage 1950s American Benches

Materials

Walnut

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Mid-Century Slat Tables

Unavailable

H 12 in W 60 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Slat Tables

Located in Baltimore, MD

Trio Mid-Century slatted and tables and coffee table in very sharp espresso ash.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash

Mid-Century Slat Table Mosaic Inlay, George Nelson Style

Unavailable

H 15.25 in W 72 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Slat Table Mosaic Inlay, George Nelson Style

By George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

This unique Mid-Century walnut slat table and handmade mosaic inlay in aqua, gold and blue tones in the style of George Nelson, will bring some Miami touch to your house.The table i...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Ceramic

Handsome Mid-Century George Nelson Style Slat Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 16 in W 39.25 in D 22.5 in

Handsome Mid-Century George Nelson Style Slat Coffee Table

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Great functional design slatted wood coffee table with brass capped tapered legs, perfect for a Minimalist look in a living room accented with eclectic furnishings.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Redwood Mid Century Modern Wood Slat Coffee Table / Bench

Unavailable

H 16 in W 59 in D 22 in

Redwood Mid Century Modern Wood Slat Coffee Table / Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This super rare quality coffee table is constructed with Redwood from California in the 1960s before redwood was banned. It was a prototype from a premier water tank company in New Y...

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Mid Century Modern styled HANDMADE Oak Slat Bench Long Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 15 in W 60 in D 18 in

Mid Century Modern styled HANDMADE Oak Slat Bench Long Coffee Table

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Handmade Mid Century Modern OAK SLAT BENCH / COFFEE TABLE.

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Slat Coffee Table in Walnut

Unavailable

H 13.5 in W 48 in D 17 in

Slat Coffee Table in Walnut

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Mid-Century Modern slat coffee table in walnut.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench by Walter Antonis for Spectrum, 1970s

Unavailable

H 11.82 in W 23.43 in D 70.87 in

Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench by Walter Antonis for Spectrum, 1970s

By Walter Antonis, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Enschede, NL

Lath-work table or slat bench from the ‘Passe-Par-Tout’ series designed by Walter Antonis for Spectrum, 1970s. Well constructed Dutch Design, super heavy quality. Can be used both a...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Slat Table with Iron Legs

Unavailable

H 15.25 in W 36 in D 36 in

Vintage Slat Table with Iron Legs

By George Nelson, Mel Smilow

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautifully crafted vintage table / bench in the Manner of George Nelson or Mel Smilow. Quite possibly a prototype of some sort but, regardless very much in the manner of a Califor...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Belgian Alfred Hendrickx Slatted Coffee Table, 1950s

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H 55.12 in W 19.69 in D 14.57 in

Midcentury Belgian Alfred Hendrickx Slatted Coffee Table, 1950s

By Alfred Hendrickx

Located in Brussels, Ixelles

Midcentury Belgian coffee table or bed end – black painted Megs matched with pine wood slats. Very probably from Alfred Hendrickx.

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Teak Slatted Coffee Table by Myer, 1960s

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H 16.93 in W 40.16 in D 20.08 in

Midcentury Teak Slatted Coffee Table by Myer, 1960s

By Myers

Located in Chesham, GB

This vintage Danish style slatted coffee table was designed and manufactured by Myer in the UK. The table features a top board with a teak finish and a slatted magazine rack.

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

1970s Palmwood Slatted Waterfall Console

Unavailable

H 29 in W 60 in D 25.5 in

1970s Palmwood Slatted Waterfall Console

Located in Sausalito, CA

A 1970s dramatic, beautiful slatted waterfall palmwood console. Handcrafted with precise detail.

Category

Mid-20th Century Console Tables

Materials

Palmwood

George Nelson Ebony Slat Bench or Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 18.5 in W 72 in D 14 in

George Nelson Ebony Slat Bench or Coffee Table

By George Nelson

Located in Allentown, PA

Very early version of the iconic bench coffee table by one of the foremost designers of the era. Per the original owner, this table was purchased in New York City Show Room circa 194...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch

California Modern Iron, Slat Wood and Black Glass Cocktail Table, 1960s

Unavailable

H 13.25 in W 72 in D 21.5 in

California Modern Iron, Slat Wood and Black Glass Cocktail Table, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wrought iron frame with wood slat and black glass. Perfect example of California Modern Design.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Danish Teak Serving Trolley with Slatted Shelf, Midcentury

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H 21.66 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in

Danish Teak Serving Trolley with Slatted Shelf, Midcentury

Located in Berlin, DE

Danish teak serving trolley with a nice teak grain on the top and slatted shelf underneath, midcentury. Very good vintage condition with minimal signs of age and use.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Serving Tables

Materials

Teak

Limited Edition Angle Steel Coffee Table with Dylan Egon Screen Printed Slats

Unavailable

H 16.5 in W 48 in D 24 in

Limited Edition Angle Steel Coffee Table with Dylan Egon Screen Printed Slats

By Dylan Egon

Located in New York, NY

Regeneration angle steel coffee table with acrylic screen printed wooden slats by pop artist, Dylan Egon. Mat dove gray power-coated frame with inset tempered glass top.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Steel

1960s Mid Century Low Profile Slat Wood Bench

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H 11 in W 60 in D 17 in

1960s Mid Century Low Profile Slat Wood Bench

Located in Boston, MA

Mid Century slat wood bench or coffee table, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Custom Slat Bench or Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 16 in W 74 in D 16.75 in

Custom Slat Bench or Coffee Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Custom bench or coffee table constructed of solid walnut and ash slats with a weld wrought iron frame, reinforced with extruded aluminium angle bar to have a high load bearing capaci...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Slatted Table after George Nelson

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H 15 in W 86.6 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Slatted Table after George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This George Nelson-inspired birch table was custom-made and significantly longer than the largest one George Nelson designed (hence the requirement for a custom creation). The diffe...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 16.75 in W 60 in D 17 in

Mid-century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench End/Side Table

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H 14.5 in W 30 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench End/Side Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

What a find. Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut side table. Has been refinished and is in good condition with minor surface wear/chips. It is structurally sound and stabi...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 48 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 48 in D 17.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 14 in W 60 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 15.25 in W 48 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 13.25 in W 54 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench coffee table with brass dowels.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Slat Walnut Side Table by Mel Smilow

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H 18 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Slat Walnut Side Table by Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow, Smilow-Thielle

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, slatted walnut side table with elegant dovetail details and tapered legs designed by Mel Smilow.

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 36 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

What a find. Offered is a midcentury coffee table. Features a slat bench top on pencil legs, made of walnut. The piece shows minor age wear. It is not signed. Dimensions: 36" W...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Low Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 10.5 in W 60 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Low Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Sleek Mid-Century Modern low slat bench coffee table featuring a delicate slat wood top with an ebonized wood panel at one end.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 14.5 in W 48 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

What a find. Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut coffee table. Has been refinished and is in good condition with minor surface wear/chips. It is structurally sound and sta...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Walnut Side Table By Mel Smilow

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H 17.5 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Walnut Side Table By Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This petite walnut side table is designed by American designer Mel Smilow circa 1950s. The table perfectly captures Smilow's design criteria - a commitment to simplicity, functionali...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Slatted Bench, Table, , Cristian Wicha

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H 14 in W 55 in D 18 in

Mid Century Modern Slatted Bench, Table, , Cristian Wicha

By Cristian Wicha 1

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Modernist Slat Bench,,Coffee Table,, Designed by Cristian Wicha,,BDI,,Original black lacquer finish, Asian inspired architectural base..

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Walnut Wood and Bronze Slatted Vintage Mid Century Modern End Table Bench

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H 18 in W 22 in D 18 in

Walnut Wood and Bronze Slatted Vintage Mid Century Modern End Table Bench

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage walnut and bronze slatted bench/end side table. This understated mid century modern piece of furniture features a versatile design which can be utilized as a bench or a sid...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown End Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Cocktail Table, C1955

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H 14.5 in W 60 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Cocktail Table, C1955

By George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Slatted walnut cocktail table in the style of George Nelson. Unsigned and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Looks like it was refinished a few years ago. Legs unscrew...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Slatted Wooden Bench or Coffee Table

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H 18.9 in W 62.21 in D 11.82 in

Mid Century Slatted Wooden Bench or Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A long bench or coffee table. Slatted wood over metal legs. Holland, c. 1960s. Painted black, some scuffs and wear to the paint commensurate with age. It could be re-spra...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Low Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 13.5 in W 60 in

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Low Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

What a find. Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

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H 14 in W 60 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Slat Bench Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Slat Shelf Coffee Table

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H 22 in W 50.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Slat Shelf Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish Mid-Century Modern teakwood two-tier coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wood Slat Benches or Tables

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H 14.5 in W 30 in D 18 in

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wood Slat Benches or Tables

By George Nelson

Located in Houston, TX

Very sharp wooden slat bench in the style of George Nelson. The iconic benches are functional as a coffee table or a side table.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

American Mid-Century Modern Slat Coffee Table or Bench

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H 16.5 in W 44 in

American Mid-Century Modern Slat Coffee Table or Bench

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Nice and unique solid wood slat bench coffee table with iron legs, with brass accents, freshly refinished with a combo of birch wood and walnut, circa 1950s.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

1960s Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench

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H 14 in W 60 in D 17.5 in

1960s Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench

Located in New Windsor, NY

Yugoslavian 1960s beechwood table/slat bench. Features removable legs and shaped angled apron. Good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Balkan Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Modern Flared Edge Cherry Slat Wood Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 50 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern Flared Edge Cherry Slat Wood Coffee Table

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern style coffee table made of solid cherry slats with "flared" edges.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cherry

Expanding Danish Mid Century Modern Slat Bench or Coffee Table

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H 12 in W 96 in D 18 in

Expanding Danish Mid Century Modern Slat Bench or Coffee Table

By George Nelson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice expanding mid century modern slat bench. That could be used as a coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Classic Mid-Century Modern Walnut Expandable Slat Bench or Table

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H 15.5 in W 60 in D 14 in

Classic Mid-Century Modern Walnut Expandable Slat Bench or Table

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern walnut expandable slat bench or table, retains original warm walnut finish and patina, structurally sound, sturdy design, quality construction.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Slat Bench End Table in the style of Adrian Pearsall

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H 14.5 in W 18 in D 29 in

Mid Century Modern Slat Bench End Table in the style of Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern slat bench / end table in the style of Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, and tall tapered legs.

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Slat Walnut Coffee Table Bench by Mel Smilow

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H 18 in W 60 in D 17.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Slat Walnut Coffee Table Bench by Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow, Smilow-Thielle

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, slatted walnut bench or coffee table with elegant dovetail details and tapered legs designed by Mel Smilow.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Extension Slat Wood Bench

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H 13.5 in W 54 in L 13.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Extension Slat Wood Bench

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage minimalist slat wood coffee table bench, circa 1960's. This versatile piece is a mid-century modern classic that features an expandable sliding top.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wide Slat Mahogany Coffee Table By Mel Smilow

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H 14 in W 60 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Wide Slat Mahogany Coffee Table By Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, low, slat mahogany coffee table by American designer Mel Smilow features the rare, double depth, table top dimension of 60 x 30 inches.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Classic Mid-Century Modern Expandable Slat Bench/ Table, Made in Italy

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H 15 in W 52 in

Classic Mid-Century Modern Expandable Slat Bench/ Table, Made in Italy

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern expandable slat bench/ table, made in Italy.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Low Modernist Birch Slat Table

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H 9.5 in W 72.5 in D 16.5 in

Low Modernist Birch Slat Table

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A Low Japanese Influenced Maple or Birch Slatted Table on Iron Rod Legs and Brass Ball Feet. A One-Off Assemblage Design by Dino Paxenos. Strong and Sturdy however not designed for S...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mel Smilow Slat End / Side Table

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H 17.5 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mel Smilow Slat End / Side Table

By Mel Smilow

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful Mel Smilow slat table in walnut. Elegant design with exposed joinery and tapered legs creates a beautiful shape in both form and function. Can be used as an end table or be...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid century modern slatted coffee table with extending ends, circa 1960s

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H 14 in W 54 in D 18.5 in

Mid century modern slatted coffee table with extending ends, circa 1960s

Located in Houston, TX

Mid century modern slatted coffee table with extending ends, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Black Slatted Bench or Coffee Table

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H 16.5 in W 84.5 in D 15.5 in

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Black Slatted Bench or Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Black Slatted Bench or Coffee Table With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing ou...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Solid Wood Small Platform Slat Bench or Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 30 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Solid Wood Small Platform Slat Bench or Coffee Table

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Elegant Japanese style small slat bench, circa 1950s, freshly refinished in walnut. The piece is solid and sturdy with tapered legs that can be removed for easy storage or shipping. ...

Category

20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch

Mid-Century Martin Vissser Inspired Ebony Stained Slatted Coffee Table or Bench

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H 39.375 in W 39.375 in D 20.5 in

Mid-Century Martin Vissser Inspired Ebony Stained Slatted Coffee Table or Bench

By Martin Visser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Mid-Century black stained pine slat coffee table or bench with lower shelf.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Solid Wood & Marble Platform Slat Bench or Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 17 in D 60 in

Mid-Century Solid Wood & Marble Platform Slat Bench or Coffee Table

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Elegant Japanese style small slat bench, circa 1950s, in light walnut finish. The piece is solid and sturdy with angle legs and solid marble insert. can be used for seating or as sma...

Category

20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Italian Slat Carved Wood Writing Desk Table

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H 30.32 in W 48.43 in D 29.93 in

1940s Art Deco Mid-Century Italian Slat Carved Wood Writing Desk Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern desk writing table, with beautiful side and front carved slats and side pair of drawers on each side, front and back, completed with ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Expanding Slat Table

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H 12 in W 55.5 in D 18 in

Expanding Slat Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Nelson style slat table/bench which expands to 96" long. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table with Slatted Magazine Shelf

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H 16.75 in W 44 in D 19.75 in

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table with Slatted Magazine Shelf

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Modern Slatted Wood Side Tables, 2

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H 17 in W 17.75 in D 13.25 in

Modern Slatted Wood Side Tables, 2

Located in Astoria, NY

Modern pair of slatted wood side tables. 17.5” H x 17.75” W x 13.25” D.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Slat Bench Coffee Table in the manner of Adrian Pearsall

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H 16 in W 60 in D 18.25 in

Mid Century Modern Slat Bench Coffee Table in the manner of Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern slat bench features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, adjustable width / length top and tall tapered legs.  Expands to approximately 66” long Di...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Coffee Table

$1,100

H 20 in W 62.75 in D 27.375 in

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Coffee Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

MCM Swedish coffee table crafted of rich teak on a chrome base. Note the pull-out laminate shelf on one side. Very heavy and in terrific condition. Dated 1961.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Zebra Wood Low Coffee Table 60's Darkwood

$611

H 11.82 in W 53.94 in D 18.51 in

Mid Century Zebra Wood Low Coffee Table 60's Darkwood

Located in Leicester, GB

Mid century coffee table in Zebra wood. A lovely long, low shape with elegantly shaped legs. The table top has beautiful zebra grain with great colour and patina. Size; 137cm x 47cm...

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Zebra Wood

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Coffee Table, Wood, 1960s

$1,307

H 21.66 in W 59.06 in D 22.05 in

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Coffee Table, Wood, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian coffee table, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Danish Coffee Table

$1,252

H 16.93 in W 51.19 in D 22.64 in

Mid-Century Danish Coffee Table

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A mid-century coffee table. Two tiered with lower magazine rack. Solid teak. Dimensions: H 44.5cm W 130cm D 57.5cm Origin: Danish Date: Circa 1960 Item Number: 2111243 All of o...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Swedish Mid-Century Teak Coffee Table

$950

H 23.5 in W 36 in D 20.75 in

Swedish Mid-Century Teak Coffee Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Great modern teak coffee table with shelf. Wonderfully clean and simple lines very nice design and craftsmanship quality piece.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Set of 6 Mid-Century Bar Stools in Wood and Bast, 1960s France

$4,092 / set

H 31.11 in W 13 in D 13 in

Set of 6 Mid-Century Bar Stools in Wood and Bast, 1960s France

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Super cool 60s bar stool. Typical normal signs of use.

Category

Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Wood, Wicker

Mid-Century Modern Oak Coffee Table

$1,500

H 15 in W 60 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Oak Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage modern coffee table featuring an inlayed top and rich oak wood grain throughout. Please confirm item location with dealer.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Kipp Stewart Drexel Coffee Table Bench

$1,276Sale Price|20% Off

H 16.5 in W 59.5 in D 16 in

Mid Century Kipp Stewart Drexel Coffee Table Bench

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Baltimore, MD

A beautiful, mid-century, modern, retro, 1960’s, Danish style, coffee table/ bench, by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel, from the Declaration series. The perfect length...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Organic Mid-Century modern Wooden Side Tables, circa 1960's

$1,449 / set

H 11.82 in W 23.63 in D 7.88 in

Organic Mid-Century modern Wooden Side Tables, circa 1960's

Located in Den Haag, NL

Organic wooden side tables Measure: Largest table: 60cm x 30cm, middle table: 50cm x 25cm, smallest 40cm x 20cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table with Cane Sides

$2,000

H 15.25 in W 66 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table with Cane Sides

By Lane Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning vintage modern coffee table features cane sides and a gorgeous walnut finish. Unique design with an oversized tabletop hangs over each side for added space. This straig...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Long Teak Wood Scandinavian Coffee Table

$1,568Sale Price|20% Off

H 20.48 in W 49.81 in D 17.52 in

Mid-Century Modern Long Teak Wood Scandinavian Coffee Table

Located in Doornspijk, NL

This elegant teak wood coffee table radiates homeliness in its simplicity. The rounded edges of the table top can also be found in the rounded shape of the top at the pint where the ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Small Mid-Century Slat Bench

$600

H 14 in W 36 in D 19 in

Small Mid-Century Slat Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Terrific little vintage slat bench. A broad slat top and tapered legs come together for a wonderfully versatile piece. Use it as a bench, ottoman, stool, or table. Perfect for the ho...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

1950s Walnut Slat Bench

$2,700

H 14 in W 60 in D 18 in

1950s Walnut Slat Bench

By Mel Smilow

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Well engineered walnut hardwood slat bench by Mel Smilow. Stained and well loved by its original owner. Presented in as-found, unrestored condition. W 60 x D 18 x H 14 in

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Teak & Cane, Circa 1960

$1,850 / set

H 21 in W 47.5 in D 21 in

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Teak & Cane, Circa 1960

Located in Atlanta, GA

Swedish Mid-Century Modern teak coffee table with cane shelf, circa 1960. Wonderfully clean and simple lines very nice design and craftsmanship quality piece. Turned tapered legs are...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Nest of Tables

$875 / set

H 20 in W 24.25 in D 16.25 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Nest of Tables

Located in New York, NY

Architectural nest of three tables in solid walnut, with raised trim molding. Well constructed, solid and tight, these tables are in good overall condition, however they do show cosm...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Walnut

Set of Swivel Slat Wood Stools

$1,800 / set

H 41.75 in W 17 in D 18 in

Set of Swivel Slat Wood Stools

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four mid-century modern iron frame swivel stools with slat wood seats and backs. Great for indoor and outdoor use. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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Mid Century Slat Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century slat table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each mid century slat table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. There are 384 variations of the antique or vintage mid century slat table you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century slat table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century slat table, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made mid century slat table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mel Smilow, George Nelson and Smilow-Thielle are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Slat Table?

Prices for a mid century slat table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $142,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,350.

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 .

Questions About Mid Century Slat Table

Is a tulip table mid century modern?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, 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.
What's the difference between a mid-century modern desk and a writing table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Desks typically include drawers or storage, while writing tables are a flatter, more minimal work surface; check the listing description for storage details.
How do I care for a vintage wood or ceramic mid-century coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Wipe wood surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and condition periodically; ceramic and glass tops should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner to avoid scratching any finish.
What other pieces should I add to a mid-century living room besides a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
A mid-century modern floor lamp adds ambient light without competing for surface space, a common pairing in mid-century living rooms.
What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.
Is glass or wood a better coffee table top for a mid-century modern living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Wood tops feel warmer and closer to the era's original materials, while glass tops show off a rug or floor beneath and read slightly more contemporary; both are common in period-correct pieces.

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