Tb7 Gilles Derain Side Table Lumen Center Postmodern in Stock
By Gilles Derain, Lumen Center
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Side by Gilles Derain for Lumen Center Italia. Made of black painted steel. Looks like sharp
Metal
Mid-century Postmodern Plywood Side / Telephone Table Designed in the 1950s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Decorative postmodern plywood side table designed in the 1950s. The table has two wooden shelves
Metal
Postmodern Pina Low Aqua Blue Brass Side Table Styled After Pulpo
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern Pina Low Aqua Blue Brass Side Table Styled After Pulpo Elevate your living space with
Brass
Sold|$1,497 / set
Postmodern Italian Design Burl Wood Side Table Set, 1970's, Italy
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Italian Design Side Table set of 2, made in Italy 1970's. Burl wood with black
Wood, Burl
1980's Postmodern Design Origami Red Fiberglass Stool or Side Table
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design Origami red fiberglass Stool. Propably made in France in the 1980's. One
Fiberglass
Pair of German Postmodern GEBRA Cantilevered Glass & Chrome Side Coffee Tables
Located in London, England
A pair of German vintage 1980s (design) postmodern coffee, side or bedside tables from GEBRA
Chrome
Sold|$2,650 / set
Postmodern Plaster Drum Tables
By John Dickinson
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Postmodern textured drum tables in the manner of John Dickinson. Great simplistic design that offer
Plaster
Italian Postmodern Marble and Glass Side Table by Cattelan, Italy 80s
By Cattelan Italia
Located in Lucija, SI
Side table made from marble, glass and steel This side table was produce by Cattelan Italia in the
Marble, Steel
Large Solid Travertine Triangle Shaped Pedestal / Side Table, Postmodern 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid triangular shaped travertine pedestal / side table in excellent condition. Circa 1970's
Travertine
Geometric Postmodern Handmade Walnut Blue and Black Side or End Table
By Ettore Sottsass, Reeves Design + Art
Located in Houston, TX
Custom post-modern geometric side table in blue, black, and natural. The one pictured are available
Oak
Postmodern Memphis Style Peter Maly Side Table Magazine Holder Ligne Roset
By Peter Maly, Ligne Roset
Located in West Hartford, CT
Memphis style side table with magazine holder attributed to Peter Maly for Ligne Roset. Features
Metal, Steel
Set of 3 vintage postmodern 1980s American mushroom nesting side tables
Located in Hastings, GB
Set of 3 fantastic post-modern 1980s American mushroom side tables. They're wood: wrapped in
Wood, Lacquer, Parchment Paper
Sold|$1,800
Postmodern Sculptural Plaster Table
By John Dickinson
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern geometric form plasters side or cocktail table. Sculptural twist square or cube
Gesso, Plaster, Wood
Giorgio Saporiti Postmodern Italian Frosted Art Glass Bi-Level Side Table, 1980s
By Giorgio Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Giorgio Saporiti Postmodern Italian Frosted Art glass bi-level side table, 1980s. Gorgeous thick
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Postmodern Black Gloss and Faux Stone Laminate Bullnose Side Tables - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Bullnose Side Tables. Featuring a striking contrast between sleek black gloss and textured faux stone
Wood
Postmodern Black Lacquer Chrome and Glass Round Circular Pedestal Side End Table
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A postmodern Memphis style pedestal side end table. This gorgeous postmodern table features all the
Chrome
Postmodern Pink & Beige Tessellated Stone Beveled Glass Top Side Tables - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Postmodern Pink and Beige Tessellated Stone Beveled Glass Top Side Tables, a pair, offer a
Glass
Pair of 80s Postmodern Tessellated Stone and Glass Top Circular Side End Tables
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of 1980s postmodern tessellated stone side end tables. This beautiful set of side tables
Stone
Pair of Geometric Postmodern Handmade Walnut Blue and Black Side or End Tables
By Ettore Sottsass, Reeves Design + Art
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of custom post-modern geometric side tables in blue, black, and natural. The two pictured are
Oak
Pair of Geometric Postmodern Handmade Walnut Blue and Black Side or End Tables
By Reeves Design + Art
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of custom post-modern geometric side tables in blue, black, and natural. The two pictured are
Oak
Sold|$1,200
Postmodern Brass and Ebonized Wood Table
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Astoria, NY
Postmodern Brass and Ebonized Wood Side Table. 25.5" H x 18" W x 12" D. Provenance: From a New York
Brass
Postmodern Triangular Wrought Iron Pedestal Table
Located in Astoria, NY
Postmodern Triangular Top Wrought Iron Pedestal Table, with three wavy tapering legs. 30" H x 17" W
Wrought Iron
Postmodern White Metal Drum Tables - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
contemporary elegance and versatility. Perfect as side tables, nightstands, or accent pieces, they offer
Metal
Postmodern Michele De Lucci Style Pedestal Table
By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Group
Located in Culver City, CA
This table is absolutely stunning! A true conversation piece, this 1990s table is in the style of
Metal
Postmodern Black Faux Snake Skin Cubic Oversized Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional vintage postmodern oversized cubic table. Features a black faux snake skin.
Wood
Sold|$1,795 / set
Postmodern Mauve Pink Lacquer Laminate Triangular Tables on Wheels
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Sensational pair of vintage 1980s postmodern triangular tables on wheels. Each feature a mauve pink
Laminate, Wood
Post Modern Side table with Lamp by Edward Geluk for Arco, 1980s
By Edward Geluk, Arco
Located in Den Haag, NL
Postmodern side table with lamp by edward geluk for arco, 1980s. Halogen, two positions. Great
Metal
1980s French Postmodern Blue, White and Red Table by Olivier Villatte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exceptional 1980s French postmodern drinks or side table designed by Olivier Villatte. Drawing
Metal
1980s Postmodern Cantilever C-Table in red lacquered metal and glass
Located in amstelveen, NL
This sleek 1980s side table is designed for effortless convenience. Its minimalist tubular frame
Metal
Sold|$950
Post Modern Plaster Side Table, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern plaster side/end table, 1970.
Plaster
Pair of Karl Springer-style vintage postmodern waterfall bedside tables in peach
By Karl Springer
Located in Hastings, GB
with brass bases. One wood-lined drawer in each. Would also look great as side tables in a lounge
Brass
Sold|$2,240
ikons Postmodern Glass Top Desk
Located in Astoria, NY
Post Modern glass top desk. Here are the details: Brand: ikons Style: Post Modern Features: Glass top with an etched "ikons" signature Four polychromed metal legs with differing ge...
Metal
Sold|$795 / set
Postmodern Aquaponic Lacquer Laminate Nightstands, a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible pair of postmodern 1980s nightstands. Each feature two spacious drawers and an aqua
Laminate, Wood
Sold|$2,800 / set
Burl Square Side Tables by Jean Claude Mahey
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern Hollywood regency style lacquered side tables buy Jean Claude Mahey, France, 1970s
Brass
Sold|$1,124
Piccolo Side Table by Edward Geluk for Arco
By Arco, Edward Geluk
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
strong example of postmodern design. This side table is in perfect condition. Edward Geluk is a Dutch
Metal
Post Modern Metal Hourglass Side/ End Table Pedestal, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern metal hourglass side/end table pedestal, 1980.
Metal
Postmodern Vintage Nightstand with Fluted and Brass Detailing
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Very chic nightstand with fluted and brass detailing. The drawers open easily (no warping). Original speckled flecked paint.
Brass
Round Glass Side Table with Wood Trim by FIAM, 1980s
By FIAM
Located in Chicago, IL
A Postmodern round side table designed by Italian glassmaker FIAM in the 1980s. This side table
Glass, Wood
Sold|$1,800 / item
Round Beveled Glass and Faux Granite Lacquered Cone Shape Side Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s Postmodern cone shape side table. The base is constructed of wood with a lite blush faux
Brass
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Italian Green Enamel and Wood Side Table
Located in Sacramento, CA
Late 20th century Postmodern enameled metal and wood side table, made in Italy. The table has three
Metal
Modernist Patinated Brass & Glass Side Table Model T18 by Peter Ghyczy, 1970's
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design Modernist side table model T18 by Peter Ghyczy. Made in the Netherlands
Brass
Post Modern Sidetable with Lamp by Edward Geluk for Arco, 1980s
By Arco
Located in Den Haag, NL
Postmodern side table with lamp by Edward Geluk for Arco, 1980s. Halogen,Two positions. Great
Wood
Sold|$800
Postmodern Glass Side Table, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern glass side table, 1980.
Metal
Postmodern Christopher Royal Single Side Table
Located in Raleigh, NC
Single side table by the Christopher Royal Collection for Rockledge Design Studios. The base is
Aluminum
Vintage Italian Postmodern Glass Side Table, 1970s
Located in View Park, CA
A postmodern glass side or end table, Italy 1970s. A very well-made table constructed of incredibly
Glass
Postmodern Memphis Style Side Tables, Italy, 1980s
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in New York, NY
Postmodern Memphis style side tables, Italy, 1980s. Excellent vintage condition. See this item
Metal
Vintage Postmodern Maitland Smith Style Tessellated Stone Side Table
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern Maitland Smith Style Tessellated Stone Side Table If interested, please inquire
Cast Stone
Postmodern Silver and Black Cylindrical Drum Side Tables, a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible pair of cylindrical drum side tables. Each is paneles with a silver metal sheet and the
Laminate, Wood
Postmodern Lacquered Goatskin Directional Nesting Side Tables, 1970s
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous lacquered tri-level side table, 1970s, attributed to Directional. Brass accent at base
Chrome
Modern Postmodern Cylindrical Drum Side Table Oak Butcher Block Lid & Storage
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage modern to postmodern cylindrical drum table with solid oak butcher block lid
Oak
Vintage Postmodern Faux Marble Laminate Side or End Table, USA, 1980s
Located in Hastings, GB
This post modern American 'waterfall ' side or coffee table epitomises the current super-desirable
Laminate, Wood
Postmodern Lacquered Goatskin Directional Swiveling Nesting Side Tables, 1970s
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
aGorgeous lacquered swiveling / nesting side tables, 1970s, attributed to Directional. Chrome
Chrome
Postmodern Rnd Tessellated Mactan Stone Side Table 3 Sphere Style Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous postmodern tessellated Mactan rough edge stone round pedestal base side table with 3
Stone
Vintage Burlwood Round Edge Cocktail Table Side Table Drink Table Postmodern MCM
By Milo Baughman, Gabriella Crespi, Karl Springer, Mario Bellini, Willy Rizzo
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The vintage cocktail table has been re-veneered with burlwood veneer. ALPI manufactures the
Burl
Vintage Cocktail Table With Ettore Sottsass Veneer Side Table Postmodern 80s
By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Cocktail Table featuring Ettore Sottsass Veneer. The vintage cocktail table has been re
Wood
Postmodern Glass Jigsaw Puzzle Coffee, Cocktail, Side, or End Table
By FIAM, Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
as a coffee, cocktail, side, or end table.
Steel
Vintage Cocktail Table With Ettore Sottsass Red Veneer Side Table Postmodern 80s
By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Cocktail Table featuring Ettore Sottsass Veneer. The vintage cocktail table has been re
Wood
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.
ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.
Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.
Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group, which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.
Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals.
After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.
On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.
While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.
Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.
Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.
With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.
Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.
As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.
Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.