John Van Koert Tables
Canadian, American, 1912-1998
John Van Koert was integral to the rise in popularity of Scandinavian modern furniture during the mid-20th century all over the United States. The Canadian-born designer’s spare walnut coffee tables and elegant armchairs, for example — particularly those that he created for North Carolina’s Drexel Furniture — reflected the influence of the era’s alluring Danish design and were prominently featured in the modern interiors of postwar American homes.
Originally from Manitoba, Van Koert moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to attend the University of Wisconsin. There he studied sculpture and trained in metalwork. Van Koert later taught design in the school’s art department. After World War II, Van Koert settled in New York City. He created jewelry for Harry Winston before shifting his focus to flatware and furniture design.
Van Koert found quick success with his flatware designs for Towle Silversmiths. His Contour set was part of the “Knife, Fork and Spoon” exhibition organized by the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis in the early 1950s. In 1954, he served as design director for the “Design in Scandinavia” exhibition, which toured Canada as well as the United States and featured hundreds of designs created in Finland, Denmark, Norway and Sweden by the likes of Kaj Franck, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Finn Juhl and others.
Van Koert kept busy over the years. Drexel embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism during the postwar era with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut, and the Profile, Casa Del Sol and Projection collections designed with sculptural shapes by Van Koert.
In the early 1960s, Van Koert created a contemporary line for Richardson-Nemschoff, a furniture manufacturer based in the designer’s former stomping grounds of Wisconsin. During the early 1970s, he partnered with Sarreid Ltd., a brand that got its start sourcing materials from Spain and Italy and bringing the exceptional talents of European wood carvers, sculptors and painters to the forefront of American home decor.
On 1stDibs, find vintage John Van Koert seating, tables and storage pieces.
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Creator: John Van Koert
Newly Refinished - Expanding Mid-Century Modern “Profile” Round Dining Table
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Dimensions:
30”H x 44” -80"W x 44”D
3 Extensions
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, show...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Large John Van Koert coffee Table
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Charleston, WV
38" wide x 16" tall, large walnut coffee table. John Van Korea for Drexel. This table has been refinished but maintains two flaws (photographed and shown in video), otherwise excelle...
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Pair, Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Step End Tables by John Van Koert
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This pair of Mid-Century Modern step end tables by John Van Koert for Drexel feature exceptional lines and contrasting wood grain. They are from the "Profile" line for the furniture ...
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John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk
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Located in Denton, TX
Strong bold design by John Van Koert for Drexel furniture. A combination of walnut and oak makes this desk a stunning vintage piece of art. The writing surface is 30.25" high.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Tables
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John Van Koert for Drexel - Profile - Walnut Extension Dining Table - 3 Leaves
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in St. Louis, MO
John Van Koert for Drexel designed sculptural & sophisticated architectural form model K-42-4 dining table, designed as part of the classic Profile series. This large walnut extensio...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Walnut
1950's Drexel Profile K92 Cocktail Coffee Table by John Van Koert
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Drexel Profile walnut and pecan cocktail or coffee table, model K92, circa 1950s. The rectangular low profile and streamlined top features a distinct recessed under-shelf raised on ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Fruitwood, Walnut
1950's Drexel Profile K44 Extending Dining Table by John Van Koert
By Drexel, Edward Wormley, John Van Koert
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Huge 98" long John Van Koert for Drexel Profile walnut and pecan Model K44 Extending Dining Table, circa 1950s. The rectangular low profile and streamlined table comes with (3) 12" ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Fruitwood, Walnut
Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful folding rolling bar cart by Drexel, designed by John van Koert circa 1957. This piece is made of Italian walnut and retains its original finish. I love the removable solid...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Walnut
John Van Koert for Drexel Mid Century Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Countryside, IL
John Van Koert for Drexel mid century walnut drop leaf dining table
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John Van Koert for Drexel Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Dining Table, 1956
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern black lacquered extension dining table
By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection
USA, 1956
Measures: 54"W x 36"D x 29.75...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Walnut, Lacquer
John Van Koert for Drexel "Casa Del Sol" Bench Coffee Table
By John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
Drexel produced, John Van Koert designed Casa Del Sol bench coffee table. The top has been painted "antiqued silver" - you can leave it like this if it wo...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Metal
John Van Koert for Drexel Black Lacquered Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern black lacquered walnut extension dining table
By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection
USA, 1958
Measures: 62"W x 40"D x 29.5"H. ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
John Van Koert "Casa Del Sol" Parquetry Walnut End Table with Opening Top
By John Van Koert
Located in Chicago, IL
John Van Koert for Drexel side table or petite coffee table with walnut block parquetry top that flips up to reveal a storage area for remotes, magazines etc. Limed and bleached maho...
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1950s American Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Mahogany, Walnut
Eye Shaped Cymbal Coffee Cocktail Table by John Van Koert
By John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
Eye shaped formica top with medallion center motif, on decorative aluminum base. The top has damage at both pointed ends, and there is wear to the finish on the metal base. Not in p...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Aluminum
Casa Del Sol Coffee Table by John Van Koert for Drexel Ebonized Mid Century
By John Van Koert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Coffee table designed by John Van Koert for the "Casa Del Sol" collection by Drexel. Beautifully ebonized this table has cast copper toned metal t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Tables
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Aluminum
John Van Koert for Drexel Cherry Wood Two-Tier Side Table, Newly Refinished
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted cherry wood two-tier occasional side table or nightstand
By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Counterpoint" Collection
USA, 1950s
M...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Mid-Century Modern Ash Side Table by John Van Koert for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Versatile, Mid-Century Modern, ash side table by John Van Koert for Drexel Counterpoint features a protruding lower level at 15.75 inches ht.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Tables
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Ash
Rare Five-Piece Drexel Counterpoint Modular Desk Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By John Van Koert
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Extremely rare five-piece set of John Van Koert's Drexel Counterpoint modular desk and chair plus two separate drawer units and a fabulous cedar li...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany
John Van Koert Designed Console/Cart
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single drawer rolling cart by Drexel in genuine mahogany. Wheels can come off to make a stationary console table.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Tables
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Mahogany
Modernist Desk by John Van Koert for Drexel, 1960s
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A boldly angled modernist single pedestal desk having a distinctive raised gallery with sliding doors and a warm dark grey leather surface.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Tables
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Brass
2 pc. Mid Century Surfboard Coffee Table by John Van Koert for Drexel c. 1960’s
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Rare two part coffee table designed by John Van Koert for Drexel Furniture, as part of their class Profile series, circa 1960’s.
As the table consists of two separate pieces, it can...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Tables
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Extension Desk By John van Koert For Drexel Counterpoint
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, wonderfully detailed, mid-century American desk was designed by John van Koert for Drexel's "Counterpoint" line in 1956. According to Drexel the collection was inspire...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Tables
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany
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John Van Koert tables for sale on 1stDibs.
John Van Koert tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John Van Koert tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original tables by John Van Koert were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tables by Kipp Stewart, Bernhard Rohne, and Glenn of California. Prices for John Van Koert tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $675 and can go as high as $9,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,548.