Midcentury Modern Walnut Side Table

American Of Martinsville Walnut

Mid Century Modern 2 Tier Side Table

Vintage Bassett Furniture

Mid Century Table Curved Legs

Two Tier Walnut Side Table

Mid Century Wood And Glass Side Table

Lane 1960 Living Room Tables

Step Table

Magnificent John Widdicomb Square Coffee Side Table Mid-Century Modern

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

Magnificent John Widdicomb Square Coffee Side Table Mid-Century Modern

By John Stuart Inc., Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent square coffee or side table by Widdicomb for John Stuart circa 1950. This fine table is

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

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

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Side Tables

$2,095 / set

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Side Tables

By Drexel, Barney Flagg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair

$2,995 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Brass Side End Tables - Pair Each side table

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

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Square Side Table w/ Travertine Marble

$695

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Square Side Table w/ Travertine Marble

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Modern side table from the 1960s blends organic materials with a minimalist aesthetic. Its solid walnut

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Children’s Work Table or End Table by Herman Miller

$1,125

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Children’s Work Table or End Table by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A modernist children’s table by Herman Miller with a square tabletop and metal frame. Four round

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern “Rhythm” Marble Sides Table by Lane - A Pair

$1,600 / set

Mid-Century Modern “Rhythm” Marble Sides Table by Lane - A Pair

Located in Esperance, NY

Great set of vintage side tables by lane

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Round Pedestal Side Table

$895

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Round Pedestal Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-century modern sculptural round pedestal side table by Heritage stands out through its beautifully curved

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Side Tables, circa 1960

$4,200 / set

Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Side Tables, circa 1960

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern side Tables. Made of Walnut, with Floating glass tops and

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Vintage 1960s Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Andre Bus for Lane Perception Mid Century Walnut Side End Tables a Pair

$1,860 / set

Andre Bus for Lane Perception Mid Century Walnut Side End Tables a Pair

By Andre Bus, Lane Furniture

Located in Rochester, NY

Andre Bus For Lane Perception walnut tables. A pair of well made, mid-century modern end tables or

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Side Table by Lane Furniture. Early 1970s

$1,120

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Side Table by Lane Furniture. Early 1970s

By Lane Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brutalist-Inspired Side Table by Lane Furniture, from the early 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Davis Cabinet Hexagonal Walnut Side Table

$1,175

Davis Cabinet Hexagonal Walnut Side Table

By Davis Cabinet Company

Located in Germantown, MD

A Davis Cabinet Hexagonal Walnut Side Table. Measures 25.5" in width, 22" in width and 24.25" in

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

Materials

Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table w/ Open Bookshelf

$895

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table w/ Open Bookshelf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-Century Modern side table showcases a clean architectural silhouette with its floating case form and

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut End Tables, a Pair

$600

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut End Tables, a Pair

By American of Martinsville

Located in Germantown, MD

Two side tables from American of Martinsville one (rectangular) measures 21 inches tall by 22

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

Materials

Walnut

John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid Century Modern Side Table Set of 3

$3,200 / set

John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid Century Modern Side Table Set of 3

By Brown Saltman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Set of 3 John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid Century Modern Side Tables. Item features

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

Materials

Walnut

American Mid-Century Gilt Iron and Glass Side Tables

$4,200 / set

American Mid-Century Gilt Iron and Glass Side Tables

Located in Queens, NY

2 American Mid-Century (1940s) gilt wrought iron side tables with 4 connected scroll legs holding

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

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Danish Walnut Pedestal Base End Table

$1,750

Mid-Century Danish Walnut Pedestal Base End Table

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century Danish walnut end table with square top and smaller square pedestal base.

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

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Side Tables w/ Magazine Shelves

$1,595 / set

Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Side Tables w/ Magazine Shelves

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ball Sabots These elegant 1960s Mid-Century Modern side tables feature a warm walnut top supported by

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Terrazzo and Walnut Column Base Side Table by Harvey Probber 1960s

$2,400

Mid Century Terrazzo and Walnut Column Base Side Table by Harvey Probber 1960s

By Harvey Probber

Located in Troy, MI

Architectural side table by Harvey Probber USA circa 1960's Octagonal surface in terrazzo on a

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair Andre Bus - Lane 'Acclaim' Walnut Oak Cube Side Tables Castors Mid Century

$1,600 / set

Pair Andre Bus - Lane 'Acclaim' Walnut Oak Cube Side Tables Castors Mid Century

By Andre Bus, Lane Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Made in the 1960s by Lane for their Acclaim line of furniture, this pair of side tables was

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Side or End Table w/ Drawers, Nightstand by Stanley Furniture

$1,480Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Walnut Side or End Table w/ Drawers, Nightstand by Stanley Furniture

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Madison, WI

Beautiful high quality designer walnut end table / side table / Accent piece by Stanley Furniture

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

A pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Style Jax Side Tables

$1,660 / set

A pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Style Jax Side Tables

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Charleston, SC

A pair of walnut and glass Pearsall side tables known to the profession as the "Jax Table" because

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

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Drum Table

$1,000

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Drum Table

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

American-made (likely by Bassett Furniture) round side table with a hexagon-shaped plinth base

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Lane Acclaim Side Table, circa 1960

$999

Mid-Century Lane Acclaim Side Table, circa 1960

By Lane Furniture

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

A classic mid-century modern side table by Lane Furniture from the iconic Acclaim collection

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables/Nightstands by Stanley Furniture

$1,680 / set

Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables/Nightstands by Stanley Furniture

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

A pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables or Nightstands by Stanley Furniture. Dated 1965

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Surfboard Style Side Table by Bassett

$600

Mid-century Surfboard Style Side Table by Bassett

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Nicely designed tables with walnut grain, sculpted legs, shelf and turned edges. Danish modern

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

1950s Lane Altavista Copenhagen Mid Century Modern Two Tier Walnut End Table

$1,850

1950s Lane Altavista Copenhagen Mid Century Modern Two Tier Walnut End Table

By Lane Furniture

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

1957 Lane Altavista Copenhagen Mid Century Modern Tiered Walnut End Table, Nightstand. This is an

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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Organic Modern Live Edge Walnut Side or End Table

$1,600

Midcentury Organic Modern Live Edge Walnut Side or End Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An awesome studio made walnut burl side table. It features a thick cut of walnut with beautiful

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Burl

Set of 3 John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid-Century Modern Side Table

$3,600 / set

Set of 3 John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid-Century Modern Side Table

By John Keal, Brown Saltman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Set of 3 John Keal for Brown Saltman burl wood hexagon side tables. Listing includes, 3 side tables

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

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Mid-Century Modern Georges Briard Mosaic Glass and Wood Side Tables, 3 pieces

$1,200 / set

Mid-Century Modern Georges Briard Mosaic Glass and Wood Side Tables, 3 pieces

By Georges Briard

Located in Atlanta, GA

A trio of coffee, side, or accent tables designed by Georges Briard. Mid-century modernist glass

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

Materials

Foil

1961 Lane Acclaim Dovetail Walnut Side Table

$1,250

1961 Lane Acclaim Dovetail Walnut Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A beautiful, clean 1961 Lane Acclaim Dovetail Walnut tiered Side Table. Measures 21" in width, 28

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

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Vintage Walnut Coffee / Side Table

$686

Vintage Walnut Coffee / Side Table

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage walnut coffee / side table, made in England and dating from the 1950’s. It has

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Walnut Marble Top Tables Sheaf of Wheat Base Mid-Century Modern Wormley

$2,200 / item

Dunbar Walnut Marble Top Tables Sheaf of Wheat Base Mid-Century Modern Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid century modern walnut and marble sheaf of wheat table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Removeable

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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

'Vogue' Walnut Side Table for Lane

$1,620

'Vogue' Walnut Side Table for Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Walnut side table by Lane from the Vogue line. Walnut grain top with spline-shaped inlays along the

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic, Walnut, Verdigris Copper Side Table

$7,930 / item

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic, Walnut, Verdigris Copper Side Table

By Egg Designs

Located in Bothas Hill, KZN

with side tables and lamps to match. The Stellar range has a 70's aesthetic with a strong modern

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2010s South African Modern Side Tables

Materials

Copper

Henredon Fine Furniture Walnut Bookmatched Side Table

$1,495

Henredon Fine Furniture Walnut Bookmatched Side Table

By Henredon

Located in Germantown, MD

19th Century Mahogany Pedestal Tripod Candle Stand Side Table. Measures 25.75" in width, 25.75

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

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Burl Walnut and Cane Two-Tier Side Table with Pull-out Tray

$1,035

Mid-Century Burl Walnut and Cane Two-Tier Side Table with Pull-out Tray

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century Burl Walnut and Cane Two-Tier Side Table with Pull-out Tray in good vintage condition

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

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Burl

Weiman Rockwood Collection Neo-Classical Walnut Side Table

$650

Weiman Rockwood Collection Neo-Classical Walnut Side Table

By Weiman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

. Constructed from richly grained crossbanded walnut, this tiered side table features three gracefully graduated

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Night Tables by Piet Hein

$2,850 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Night Tables by Piet Hein

By Piet Hein

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Night stands attributed to the Dutch designer

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Travertine Stone Side Table by John Keal

$850

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Travertine Stone Side Table by John Keal

By Brown Saltman, John Keal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desi...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Ico Parisi manner, in walnut with Glass Top

$3,112

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Ico Parisi manner, in walnut with Glass Top

By Ico Parisi

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Ico Parisi manner, in walnut with Glass Top I consider this coffee

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Lane Rhythm Walnut Side Table

$1,400

Lane Rhythm Walnut Side Table

By Lane Furniture

Located in Highland, IN

A handsome coffee table in walnut, this design from the Lane "Rhythm" collection has subtle details

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Walnut Pedestal Base End Table

$1,750

Mid-Century Danish Walnut Pedestal Base End Table

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-century Danish walnut end table with square top and smaller square pedestal base.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

American of Martinsville Burl Walnut Low Side Table

$1,090

American of Martinsville Burl Walnut Low Side Table

By American of Martinsville

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid Century American of Martinsville Burl Walnut Low Side Table with fluted brass leg caps

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

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

$640 / set

Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Art Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Provincial Side End Tables

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oval Tulip Side Table

$2,200

Mid-Century Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oval Tulip Side Table

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll oval tulip side table. Retains early Knoll label.

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

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Mid Century Modern Striped Side Tables by Milo Baughman for Directional

$3,200Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Mid Century Modern Striped Side Tables by Milo Baughman for Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in San Diego, CA

stunning in person. These tables are made of alternating rosewood, oak, and walnut. The tabletops sit upon

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Possibly Walnut Nightstand with Curved Drawer Front.

$795

Mid-Century Modern Possibly Walnut Nightstand with Curved Drawer Front.

Located in Seattle, WA

A refined example of mid-century modern design, this vintage likely walnut nightstand combines

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Walnut End Table Set by Lane Furniture Rhythm Collection

$2,550 / set

Mid Century Modern Walnut End Table Set by Lane Furniture Rhythm Collection

Located in Seattle, WA

Offered is a pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables by Lane Furniture of Altavista, Virginia. Each

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Late 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Other

Sculptural Round Side Tables in Walnut

$10,500 / set

Sculptural Round Side Tables in Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Coffee or side tables, walnut, Europe, 1970s These beautiful tables, influenced by the artistic

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

American Modern Walnut Side Table / Cabinet "Altavista" Series by Lane Furniture

$600Sale Price|20% Off

American Modern Walnut Side Table / Cabinet "Altavista" Series by Lane Furniture

By Lane Furniture

Located in San Diego, CA

American modern walnut side table / cabinet from the "Altavista" series by Lane Furniture, circa

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman

$895

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman

By John Keal, Brown Saltman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Newly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Georges Briard Mid Century Modern Small Wood Side Table w. Tile Top. c. 1969

$325

Georges Briard Mid Century Modern Small Wood Side Table w. Tile Top. c. 1969

By George Briard, Georges Briard

Located in Miami, FL

Wonderful tile & wood small side table by Georges Briard from c. 1969 featuring cherries

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Sculptural Round Side Table in Walnut

$5,250

Sculptural Round Side Table in Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Coffee or side table, walnut, Europe, 1970s This beautiful table, influenced by the artistic

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Nusa Side Table in Brown and Beige Wood

$6,595

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Nusa Side Table in Brown and Beige Wood

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Nusa is our latest table collection, where Southeast Asian inspiration meets modern craftsmanship

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Two Tiered End Table / Side Table by Lane, USA, C. 1960's

$750

Mid-Century Modern Two Tiered End Table / Side Table by Lane, USA, C. 1960's

Located in Deland, FL

A two tiered minimalist end table by Lane w/ a contoured lip on the back edge of the top shelf

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural Round Side Table in Walnut

$5,250

Sculptural Round Side Table in Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Coffee or side table, walnut, Europe, 1970s This beautiful table, influenced by the artistic

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

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Midcentury Modern Walnut Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal midcentury modern walnut side table for your home. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every midcentury modern walnut side table was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the midcentury modern walnut side table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right midcentury modern walnut side table, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury modern walnut side table over the years, but those crafted by Lane Furniture, Baker Furniture Company and Arthur Umanoff are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Midcentury Modern Walnut Side Table?

Prices for a midcentury modern walnut side table start at $350 and top out at $7,500 with the average selling for $1,323.

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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