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Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity
Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity

Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity

Located in Forney, TX

Refined country French elegance and sophistication at its finest, this Provincial Louis XV style lady's sewing stand work table or coiffeuse by Ledet et fils exudes refined grace and...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Early 19th c French Marble Topped Directoire Sewing Table With Isle of Man Feet
Early 19th c French Marble Topped Directoire Sewing Table With Isle of Man Feet

Early 19th c French Marble Topped Directoire Sewing Table With Isle of Man Feet

Located in valatie, NY

Early 19th c French Marble Topped Directoire Sewing Table With Isle of Man Feet, c1800. The octangular inset marble topped shelf has a conforming wooden surround and gallery surround...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Danish Mid Century Oak Sewing Cabinet by Henning Kjaernulf
Danish Mid Century Oak Sewing Cabinet by Henning Kjaernulf

Danish Mid Century Oak Sewing Cabinet by Henning Kjaernulf

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Praha, CZ

This refined mid century sewing cabinet by Henning Kjaernulf represents the best of Danish modern craftsmanship from the 1960s. Constructed from solid oak and accented with a rattan ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Continental Napoleon III Marquetry Side table
Continental Napoleon III Marquetry Side table

Continental Napoleon III Marquetry Side table

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Napoleon III rosewood side / sewing table with extensive marquetry, circa 1840.

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Antique 1840s Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Sewing Stand C1880
Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Sewing Stand C1880

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Sewing Stand C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Sewing Stand C1880 Measures - 30.5"H x 24.25"W x 16.25"D This sewing stand from the Victorian era is crafted from walnut with ...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Sewing or Jewelry Cabinet with Cabriole Legs and Lined Interior
Sewing or Jewelry Cabinet with Cabriole Legs and Lined Interior

Sewing or Jewelry Cabinet with Cabriole Legs and Lined Interior

Located in Seattle, WA

The piece features a hinged lift-top compartment, lined in its original greenish fabric, ideal for storing jewelry, sewing notions, or personal treasures. Below, a pull-out drawer fi...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Sewing Box on Legs, Hardwood, Slovenia, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Sewing Box on Legs, Hardwood, Slovenia, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Sewing Box on Legs, Hardwood, Slovenia, 1960

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Made of solid wood with a hinged lid and a practical side handle. Perfect as a sewing box, storage unit, side table, or decorative accent for a living room, bedroom, or hallway.

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Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Italian Neoclassical Fruitwood Inlaid Cylindrical Sewing Box on Stand
Italian Neoclassical Fruitwood Inlaid Cylindrical Sewing Box on Stand

Italian Neoclassical Fruitwood Inlaid Cylindrical Sewing Box on Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

The circular hinged top with scrolling Florentine-style inlaid acanthus leaf and floral band; surrounding an ebonized roundel centering an Italianate figure of a Roman god and putto;...

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Antique Early 1800s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Late 19th Century Restored Scorched Bamboo Sewing Stand With Woven Rattan Top
Late 19th Century Restored Scorched Bamboo Sewing Stand With Woven Rattan Top

Late 19th Century Restored Scorched Bamboo Sewing Stand With Woven Rattan Top

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A charming and functional piece that works beautifully as a sewing stand, side table, bedside table, or accent in an Old Florida, British Colonial, or eclectic interior.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

19th Century French Carved Walnut Sewing Work Stand Quilt Rack
19th Century French Carved Walnut Sewing Work Stand Quilt Rack

19th Century French Carved Walnut Sewing Work Stand Quilt Rack

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and unusual antique circa 1870s French trestle-form sewing work stand / quilt rack with beautifully aged heavily worn patina. France, late 19th century, hand-crafted of soli...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Side Tables

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1950s ash sewing box, with a hinged top, multiple compartments, and curved legs
1950s ash sewing box, with a hinged top, multiple compartments, and curved legs

1950s ash sewing box, with a hinged top, multiple compartments, and curved legs

Located in München, DE

Also ideal for use as a bedside or side table. Very well preserved inside and out; very clean condition with minimal signs of use.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash

1960s Czech Oak Side Table with Integrated Storage Drawer
1960s Czech Oak Side Table with Integrated Storage Drawer

1960s Czech Oak Side Table with Integrated Storage Drawer

Located in Praha, CZ

Originally designed as a practical household organizer, the table works perfectly today as a side table, sewing cabinet, bedside stand, magazine table or sculptural storage piece for...

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

19th Century Oval Biedermeier Side Table, Nutwood , Hungary circa 1835
19th Century Oval Biedermeier Side Table, Nutwood , Hungary circa 1835

19th Century Oval Biedermeier Side Table, Nutwood , Hungary circa 1835

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Elegant, oval shaped Biedermeier nutwood side table / sewing table coming from the famous Biedermeier period in Hungary around 1835.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Oval Biedermeier Nutwood Side Table, Austria circa 1830
19th Century Oval Biedermeier Nutwood Side Table, Austria circa 1830

19th Century Oval Biedermeier Nutwood Side Table, Austria circa 1830

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

This antique, old restored Biedermeier side table coming in great condition. The fine veneered nut wood surface shows a traditional hand polished shellac finish which finalizes the a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Nutwood, Spruce

Early 20th Century Original Painted Sea Grass Side Table
Early 20th Century Original Painted Sea Grass Side Table

Early 20th Century Original Painted Sea Grass Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

It looks like it was used as a sewing basket stand. Fantastic side table on a patio or covered outdoor porch.

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Early 20th Century American Country Side Tables

Materials

Seagrass

Antique William IV Quality Rosewood Work / Lamp Table
Antique William IV Quality Rosewood Work / Lamp Table

Antique William IV Quality Rosewood Work / Lamp Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

The piece is both decorative and practical, perfect as a lamp table, side table or sewing/work table in any sophisticated interior.

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Antique 19th Century English William IV Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Revival Side Sewing Table Mahogany 1880
Regency Revival Side Sewing Table Mahogany 1880

Regency Revival Side Sewing Table Mahogany 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Sheraton Revival Mahogany Sewing Table. Circa 1880 This Elegant Sewing Table Stands Upon Shaped Legs with a Shaped Under-tray. The Top of the Table Being of a Shaped Form with Satinw...

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Antique 1880s Regency Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Fancy Biedermeier Sewing Table / Side Table circa 1850 Walnut
Fancy Biedermeier Sewing Table / Side Table circa 1850 Walnut

Fancy Biedermeier Sewing Table / Side Table circa 1850 Walnut

Located in Berlin, DE

Fancy Biedermeier sewing table / side table circa 1850 walnut Solid walnut body.

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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Serving Tables

Materials

Wood

Late 20th Century Classical Style Round Side Table / Sewing Table
Late 20th Century Classical Style Round Side Table / Sewing Table

Late 20th Century Classical Style Round Side Table / Sewing Table

Located in Opole, PL

Late 20th Century Classical Style Round Side Table / Sewing Table Elegant round side table inspired by classical and Regency-style furniture, crafted in mahogany-toned wood with a w...

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Late 20th Century Polish Regency Revival Gueridon

Materials

Fruitwood

1960s Danish Teak Sewing Cart or Side Table
1960s Danish Teak Sewing Cart or Side Table

1960s Danish Teak Sewing Cart or Side Table

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished

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

Materials

Wood

60s 70s Teak Sewing Box Side Table Mid Century Danish
60s 70s Teak Sewing Box Side Table Mid Century Danish

60s 70s Teak Sewing Box Side Table Mid Century Danish

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s Teak sewing box side table mid century Danish 60s 70s.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Tables

Materials

Teak

1960's Danish Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sewing- and Side Table
1960's Danish Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sewing- and Side Table

1960's Danish Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sewing- and Side Table

By Severin Hansen Jr.

Located in Knebel, DK

1960's fully restored Danish rosewood sewing- and side table Well designed and well crafted Danish sewing table with caned basket, a large thin drawer with lots of space for small t...

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Bamboo and Rattan Sewing Basket Side Table with Lid - Organic Modern
Vintage Bamboo and Rattan Sewing Basket Side Table with Lid - Organic Modern

Vintage Bamboo and Rattan Sewing Basket Side Table with Lid - Organic Modern

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

There are certain pieces that immediately transport you to a different place—a sun-drenched veranda in Palm Beach, a colonial bungalow in Singapore, or an elegant English country hou...

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20th Century American British Colonial Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

19th Century Sewing or Side Table Made of Walnut
19th Century Sewing or Side Table Made of Walnut

19th Century Sewing or Side Table Made of Walnut

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Beautiful sewing or side table made of walnut, solid and veneer with ribbon inlays.

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Antique Late 19th Century German High Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Pine, Walnut

19th Century Louis Philippe Cherrywood Sewing or Side Table
19th Century Louis Philippe Cherrywood Sewing or Side Table

19th Century Louis Philippe Cherrywood Sewing or Side Table

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Beautiful sewing or side table made of cherrywood veneer on spruce body.

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Antique Early 19th Century German Louis Philippe Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Cherry

A Rare Late 19th Century Inlaid and Hand Painted Side or Sewing Table
A Rare Late 19th Century Inlaid and Hand Painted Side or Sewing Table

A Rare Late 19th Century Inlaid and Hand Painted Side or Sewing Table

Located in Dublin, IE

A rare late 19th Century richly patinated satinwood side or sewing table, finely hand carved with stunning hand painted detail, rosewood cross banding and line inlay throughout.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood, Paint

1960's Well Designed Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Sewing- and Side Table
1960's Well Designed Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Sewing- and Side Table

1960's Well Designed Fully Restored Danish Rosewood Sewing- and Side Table

By Severin Hansen Jr.

Located in Knebel, DK

1960's fully restored Danish rosewood sewing- and side table Well designed and well crafted Danish sewing table with caned basket, a large thin drawer with lots of space for small t...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage French Wrought Iron & Oak Side Table Sewing Machine Base Console c 1960
Vintage French Wrought Iron & Oak Side Table Sewing Machine Base Console c 1960

Vintage French Wrought Iron & Oak Side Table Sewing Machine Base Console c 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

French console or side table made circa 1960. This table was assembled circa 1960 from a wrought iron base of sewing machine and a massive oak top.

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Decorative Lyre Sewing Table / Side Table in Biedermeier Style
20th Century Decorative Lyre Sewing Table / Side Table in Biedermeier Style

20th Century Decorative Lyre Sewing Table / Side Table in Biedermeier Style

Located in Berlin, DE

Dark walnut on solid softwood. Straight, two-bay frame base on lyre-shaped, openwork cheeks with metal sides. Four-sided retracted base plate. Upper drawer with compartments. Protrud...

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20th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Biedermeier Flame Mahogany Pedestal 2-Drawer Side Table / Sewing Table, C. 1840
Biedermeier Flame Mahogany Pedestal 2-Drawer Side Table / Sewing Table, C. 1840

Biedermeier Flame Mahogany Pedestal 2-Drawer Side Table / Sewing Table, C. 1840

Located in Germantown, MD

A Biedermeier era Flame Mahogany pedestal 2-drawer sewing table or side table. A Delicate Louis Philippe side table or sewing table out of Germany from the late 19th century around...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century William and Mary Mahogany  Two-Drawer Sewing Table or Side Table
19th Century William and Mary Mahogany  Two-Drawer Sewing Table or Side Table

19th Century William and Mary Mahogany Two-Drawer Sewing Table or Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A sophisticated 19th Century William and Mary style Mahogany Two-Drawer Sewing Table or Side Table in great antique condition.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American William and Mary Industrial and Work T...

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Cherrywood Sewing or Side Table with Removable Interior, circa 1825
Biedermeier Cherrywood Sewing or Side Table with Removable Interior, circa 1825

Biedermeier Cherrywood Sewing or Side Table with Removable Interior, circa 1825

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Fine Biedermeier sewing or side table crafted from solid cherrywood, South Germany circa 1825.

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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Cherry, Spruce

Elegant Biedermeier Elmwood Sewing or Side Table, South Germany circa 1820
Elegant Biedermeier Elmwood Sewing or Side Table, South Germany circa 1820

Elegant Biedermeier Elmwood Sewing or Side Table, South Germany circa 1820

Located in Darmstadt, DE

This elegant Biedermeier sewing or side table from Southern Germany, circa 1820, is crafted from beautifully grained elmwood with an interior division made of cherrywood, showcasing ...

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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Cherry, Elm

EXQUISITE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 FLAMED HARDWOOD SiDE END WORK SEWING TABLE
EXQUISITE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 FLAMED HARDWOOD SiDE END WORK SEWING TABLE

EXQUISITE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 FLAMED HARDWOOD SiDE END WORK SEWING TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, super decorative Antique circa 1830 William IV Flamed Mahogany sewing or work table of the fi...

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Antique 1830s English William IV Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Abeautiful Coffee, Sewing and side table With A Rattan Basket 1950s, Denmark.
Abeautiful Coffee, Sewing and side table With A Rattan Basket 1950s, Denmark.

Abeautiful Coffee, Sewing and side table With A Rattan Basket 1950s, Denmark.

Located in Hannover, DE

I present to you a side table with a Rattan Basket all the way from the 1950s. This table has its origin from europe but to be specific from Denmark. This table has a drawer and a p...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Teak

Antique American Empire Crotch Mahogany Drop Leaf Sewing Work Side Table Cabinet
Antique American Empire Crotch Mahogany Drop Leaf Sewing Work Side Table Cabinet

Antique American Empire Crotch Mahogany Drop Leaf Sewing Work Side Table Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

An exceptional early 19th century drop leaf sewing work table. Features a crotch mahogany frame with a drop leaf over two hand dovetailed drawers with curved front over a large lowe...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American American Empire Drop-leaf and Pembroke...

Materials

Mahogany, Burl

Vintage Mahogany Sewing & Needlework Cabinet with Drawers and Side Compartments
Vintage Mahogany Sewing & Needlework Cabinet with Drawers and Side Compartments

Vintage Mahogany Sewing & Needlework Cabinet with Drawers and Side Compartments

Located in Nottingham, GB

A wonderfully practical and characterful piece suitable for sewing and needlework storage, knitting supplies, jewellery, collectibles or general household storage, while also functio...

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20th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Mission Oak 3 Drawer Sewing Stand c1920
Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Mission Oak 3 Drawer Sewing Stand c1920

Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Mission Oak 3 Drawer Sewing Stand c1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Its compact size and practical design make it suitable for various uses beyond a sewing stand, such as a side table or nightstand.

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Early 20th Century Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Nouveau Oak Wood Sewing Table, Polished Finish, Germany, 1905
Art Nouveau Oak Wood Sewing Table, Polished Finish, Germany, 1905

Art Nouveau Oak Wood Sewing Table, Polished Finish, Germany, 1905

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Beautiful sewing or side table made of oak wood. The table dates back to the time of Art Nouveau period, more specifically from the time, around 1905.

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Oak

Rosewood Sewing Table Side End Nightstand with Rolling Wheels Denmark 1960s
Rosewood Sewing Table Side End Nightstand with Rolling Wheels Denmark 1960s

Rosewood Sewing Table Side End Nightstand with Rolling Wheels Denmark 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exceptional multi-functional mobile workstation presents a square top elevated on clean square legs. An organized slide-out drawer works in tandem with a lower suspended brown l...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Rosewood

Early 20th C. Martha Washington Walnut and Mahogany Sewing Cabinet Side Table
Early 20th C. Martha Washington Walnut and Mahogany Sewing Cabinet Side Table

Early 20th C. Martha Washington Walnut and Mahogany Sewing Cabinet Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

An early 20th Century Martha Washington sewing cabinet, made of walnut and mahogany wood. Design Features: This style includes a central bank of drawers flanked by two flip-top sto...

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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Antique French Victorian Mahogany Sewing Stand Nightstand Side Table w/ Flip Top
Antique French Victorian Mahogany Sewing Stand Nightstand Side Table w/ Flip Top

Antique French Victorian Mahogany Sewing Stand Nightstand Side Table w/ Flip Top

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Style Victorian Mahogany Sewing Stand Nightstand Side Table w/ Flip Top. Item features 2 drawers, marquetry inlay lift up lid, beveled glass mirror, interior with comp...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Art Nouveau Oak Wood Side Table, Polished Finish, Germany, Circa 1910
Art Nouveau Oak Wood Side Table, Polished Finish, Germany, Circa 1910

Art Nouveau Oak Wood Side Table, Polished Finish, Germany, Circa 1910

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Lovely sewing or side table made of oak wood. The table dates from the Art Nouveau period, around 1910 to be precise.

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Oak

Attributed to Arne Vodder Small Freestanding Teak Chest or Sewing Table 1950s
Attributed to Arne Vodder Small Freestanding Teak Chest or Sewing Table 1950s

Attributed to Arne Vodder Small Freestanding Teak Chest or Sewing Table 1950s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Lejre, DK

The piece has a compact size and can be used as a small storage cabinet, sewing table, or side table. — Origin: Denmark — Designer: Attributed to Arne Vodder — Period: 1950s — Mater...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sewing Stand Table Bench Flip Top by Hansen Mint!
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sewing Stand Table Bench Flip Top by Hansen Mint!

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sewing Stand Table Bench Flip Top by Hansen Mint!

By B.J. Hansen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sewing stand side end table bvench flip top by Hansen Mint!.

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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Teak

19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sewing Table
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sewing Table

19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sewing Table

Located in Darmstadt, DE

This elegant Biedermeier sewing table from Germany dates to the mid-19th century and is crafted from warm, finely figured walnut with a lively veneer pattern on the top and drawer fr...

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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

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Sewing Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sewing side table for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and mahogany, every sewing side table was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a sewing side table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sewing side table, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sewing side table over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck and Haslev Mobelsnedkeri are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sewing Side Table?

Prices for a sewing side table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $525 and can go as high as $34,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,982.

Finding the Right Side-tables for You

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.