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Karl Springer Tables

American, German, 1931-1991

The Berlin-born, New York–based designer Karl Springer brought a chic, high-fashion sensibility to his coffee tables, mirrors, Lucite lamps and other furnishings. During his heyday in the 1970s, Springer’s work was a favorite of the glamour set, who enjoyed the novelty of pieces finished in rich and striking materials that ranged from exotic hides and skins to lacquer and chromed metal.

In a sense, Springer was a pre-postmodernist. Much as the dull, safe, corporate sameness of late 20th-century modernism prompted Ettore Sottsass, Michael Graves and others to explore new and provocative structures and materials in design and architecture, so, too, was Springer driven to enliven his creations with fresh and alluring energy and sleekness.

Springer came to New York in the late 1950s and found work arranging window displays at the department store Lord & Taylor. He had studied bookbinding in Germany, and, using his meticulous skills, he began crafting desk accessories wrapped in leather as a sideline. These pieces were sold in luxury stores like Bergdorf Goodman and drew a sophisticated clientele that included the Duchess of Windsor.

By 1965, Springer had established his own Manhattan atelier. It was Pierre Scapula, decorator to Jackie and Aristotle Onassis, who spotted Springer's disco-era Onassis chairs — which didn't yet have a name — first commissioned for a private residence in Acapulco, on the floor of the designer’s East 61st Street showroom. Jackie ordered barstools for the couple’s yacht, the Christina O, and dining chairs for their house on the Greek mainland.

At the time of his death, Springer had showrooms as far afield as Los Angeles, Tokyo and Munich.

The chairs, tables, credenzas and other furniture forms Springer created are generally simple, but substantial, and often have robust, rounded lines. The appeal of his work lies in Springer's insistence on exacting construction and, above all, his eye for unusual materials and finishes.

Springer employed Lucite, brass, and gunmetal along with chromed and polished steel, and revived exquisite finishes rarely seen since the days of Art Deco masters such as Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean-Michel Frank: shagreen (a type of sharkskin), python, goatskin, bone, horn, and lacquered parchment, as well as fabrics that include batik prints. Made of such materials, Springer’s work is by its very nature flamboyant and eye-catching: a suite of pieces will astonish, and an artfully placed side table in exotic hide will add a surprising spark.

Find a collection of vintage Karl Springer furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Karl Springer
'Double JMF' Lacquered Goatskin Console by Karl Springer w COA & Stamped, c 1977
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a truly exquisite collectors item, and equally sought after by top interior designers, the 'Double JMF' console table in lacquered goatskin by Karl ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer

Mid-Century Free Form Cocktail Table in Gunmetal & Vitrolite by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
This minimal, organic and elegant Mid-Century Modernist "Free Form" Cocktail Table by the esteemed designer Karl Springer is a highly rare and sought after piece, originating from t...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Vitrolite

Free Form Coffee Tables in Polished Stainless Steel with Black Glass Tops 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Free Form Coffee Tables in mirror polished stainless steel with inset black glass tops in the style of Karl Springer, custom design, American 1980's. These tables are beau...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Stainless Steel

Karl Springer Exceptional End Tables in Shagreen with Bone Inlays 1980s (Signed)
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of exceptional and rare Parsons Style End Tables in gray/blue shagreen with bone inlays on top and bone sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's (label on bottom reads “Made in ...
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1980s Philippine Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Bone, Shagreen, Wood

Mid-Century Art Moderne Polished Brass & Gunmetal Coffee Table by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
This bold and elegant Mid-Century Modernist Cocktail Table by esteemed designer Karl Springer originates from the United States, Circa 1980. Featuring a simplified geometric profile ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Brass

Karl Springer Exotic Leather and Patinated Brass Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Karl Springer coffee table in what appears to be sea snake leather with Patinated brass accents. Lovely simplistic form with nods of elegance through the reversed arched sides. Brass...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Brass

Karl Springer Mark II Brown Lizard Embossed Leather Coffee Table 1983 (Signed)
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Mark II Coffee Table" in 2 tone brown embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1983 (label on the bottom reads "Karl Springer 1983"). This table showcases the superb arti...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Leather, Wood, Lacquer

Patinated Karl Springer JMF Goatskin Console Table, Signed, 1970's
By Karl Springer
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now I have an incredible JMF Table by the legendary Karl Springer. A piece that oozes sophistication and charisma, perfect for that trendsetting furniture aficionado ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin

Gun Metal and Brass Coffee Table with Glass Top, Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a striking 1970s Karl Springer coffee table. The size works well in a large or intimate space. The dark smoky glass is inset, surrounded by a .25" brass border. The border ex...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Metal, Brass

Karl Springer "Sandstone Sculpture Table" with Cantilevered Glass Top 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Sandstone Sculpture Table" with base in cast composite stone with thick cantilevered glass top and polished chrome cap by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series was only done ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Sandstone, Chrome

Round Dining Center able with Stone Mosaic Surface by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A glamorous circular dining table designed by Karl Springer circa 1980s. Supported by a pedestal in a large column shape, the thick tabletop features a rounded beveled edge and encir...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Stone

Mid-Century Continental Karl Springer GoatSkin Pedestal End Table
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century American beige goat skin pedestal / end table base) with a rounded front and flat back (KARL SPRINGER) (3 identical REG4050 and similar oval...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

Karl Springer rain drum table
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A great example of this table… With brass base with no dings, dents or scratches… The top black, volcanic like stone… Carved and etched… diameter 26 inches and height 18 inches… Very...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

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Stone, Brass

Karl Springer Large "Coffee Table with Sculpture Leg" in Tessellated Coral 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large and exceptionally crafted "Coffee Table with Sculpture Leg" with cylindrical legs in tessellated coral with solid brass tops and thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Coral, Metal, Brass

Karl Springer Sculpture End Table in Tessellated Coral Brass and Glass Top 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Sculpture Table" in tessellated coral with solid brass cover and thick cantilevered glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted. Brass has been...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Coral, Brass

Rectangular faux shagreen console
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular faux shagreen console with gun metal finish by Karl Springer. Signed.
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Metal

Karl Springer Console Table in Black Embossed Alligator Leather 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large "H Console Table" in tete-de-negre (2-tone black) alligator embossed leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The scale of this console is impressive. And the embossed crocod...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Leather, Wood

Karl Springer Leather Clad Backgammon Table, Signed 1987
By Karl Springer
Located in Norwalk, CT
A most elegant game table covered in textured leather in an attractive cordovan color, with brass accents. Made with the unparalleled attention to detail and quality construction tha...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Leather

Karl Springer American Modern Polished Steel Dining Table Base
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
American Modern dining table with a fluted polished steel pedestal base. (KARL SPRINGER)
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20th Century American Modern Karl Springer Tables

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Steel, Metal

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Chinese Cube Style Tables" 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of "Chinese Cube Style Tables" in artisan faux goatskin lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The size of these tables makes them ideal as side tables, bedside tables...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer python, coffee table… Authenticated by Tom Langevin
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lacquered two-tone coffee table and nice shades of pink/red in a cobra pattern… Height 17 inches with 40 inches depth 20 inches from a Park Avenue estate… Very good vintage condition
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Wood, Python

Karl Springer "Kyoto" Box on Stand In Faux Wood Design
By Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
The Kyoto Box on stand is a striking example of Karl Springers lacquer work. Produced most likely at the height of production in the1980's. A variation of this piece can be seen...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

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Hardwood

Karl Springer Round Goatskin Center or Dining Table Signed
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent dining or center table by Iconic mid century Designer Karl Springer. The table has been completely restored and is ready for use. The perfect compliment to any entry or...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood

Karl Springer Solid Lucite Leg Coffee Table 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Clear solid Lucite leg coffee table with thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's The legs of this iconic table can be reconfigured to accommodate a round or square top of v...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Glass, Lucite

Karl Springer "Freeform" Coffee Table in Lacquered Goatskin, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Karl Springer biomorphic freeform table, crafted in the 1980s, showcases Spring's mastery in harmonizing organic shapes with impeccable craftsmanship. The table is expertly covered i...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

Karl Springer Shagreen & Chrome Executive Desk
By Karl Springer
Located in Denton, TX
Extremely Rare Karl Springer Shagreen & chrome executive desk. Each corner has brass accents to compliment the chrome. Dark Shagreen top and draw...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Rare Backgammon/Games Table in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "Parsons Style Backgammon Table" in lacquered goatskin with brass trim, backgammon board with inset gray and ox blood leather points, with flip up storage compar...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Brass

Karl Spinger "Tray Top Side Table" In Lacquered Goatskin 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted "Tray Top Side Table" with 2 tiers in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table has clean lines and is very elegant. Cleaned and polished...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer Pair of Large Tessellated Penshell End Tables 1980s (Signed)
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally crafted pair of large 2 tier end tables with curved ends in tessellated penshell by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original Karl Springer label on bottom). ...
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1980s Philippine Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Shell, Wood

Mark II Game Table in Leather with 4 Chairs by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is an original Mark II Game table by Karl Springer. It is covered in the original brownish taupe leather with an inset glass top. The four chairs are in the original matching le...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Karl Springer Style Scroll Sculptural Waterfall Goatskin Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Mid Century coffee table you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood

Karl Springer Tessellated Penshell Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Karl Springer LTD tessellated penshell coffee table with brass trim.
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1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Coconut

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Onyx Tables" with Beveled Bronze Glass, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of "Onyx Tables" in polished gold-tinted brass with beveled bronze glass tops by Karl Springer, American 1980's. All elements of the metal base curve and thus cannot be mad...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Tortoise Style Brass and Penn Shell Coffee Cocktail Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Karl Springer coffee table. This table is stunning with great lines and proportions. The size is quite versatile as it is not too big or too small. No sharp corners.
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1970s American Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Rare "Goatskin Free Form Desk" 1988
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "Goatskin Free Form Desk" in lacquered goatskin with drawer by Karl Springer, American 1988 (date stamped on bottom). Springer’s Free Form...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer Exceptional Game Table in Embossed Lizard 1986 'Signed and Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional "Parsons Style Game Table" in dark gray embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship of th...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Leather, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer Exceptional Lacquered Goatskin Console Table 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional console table in lacquered goatskin with 3 drawers, each with an artisan brass pull, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This is one of Springer’s best console de...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Brass

Karl Springer Exceptional 2 Tier Tessellated Penshell Table 1980s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally crafted 2 tier side table with curved ends in tessellated penshell with brass inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original Karl Springer label on botto...
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1980s Philippine Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Shagreen Side/End Table, 1980
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Karl Springer Shagreen Side/End Table, 1980. Original.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Shagreen, Lacquer

Karl Springer Snakeskin Side/End Table, 1980
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Karl Springer Snakeskin Side/End Table 1980s. Original.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Animal Skin

Monumental Karl Springer Chrome & Brass 'Sculpture' Cocktail Table, Signed
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 'Sculpture' cocktail is a monumentally sized version of the standard 'Sculpture Leg' table by Karl Springer. Each of the four hefty sculpture legs are much wider in diameter tha...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Classic Waterfall Coffee Table in Lacquered Goatskin, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Iconic petit coffee table with waterfall design in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1980s. The quality of the materials and craftsmanship are superb. Expect nothing else...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer "Ming Coffee Table" in Canary Python, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Ming Coffee Table" covered in canary python skin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The design flourishes and the stunning material make for a wonderful Springer table. Referenc...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Wood, Paint, Python

Huge Karl Springer Mid-Century Modern Pig Skin Parchment Wall Mounted Console
By Karl Springer
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Karl Springer Mid-Century Modern Pig Skin Parchment Wall Mounted Console.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

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Lacquer

Karl Springer Impressive "Ming Coffee Table" in Lacquered Goatskin 1987 'Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large and exceptional "Ming Coffee Table" in mirror polished chestnut-color lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1987 (dated “8-21-87” on bottom). The scale and color of thi...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer "Sculpture Leg" Table in Coral, Brass and Glass, USA, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Karl Springer iconic "Sculpture Table" in rare coral veneer with polished brass cap mounting thick cantilevered glass top. This chic architectural side table in coral veneer is a ver...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Coral, Brass

Karl Springer Exceptional Rare Serving/Bar Cart in Brass and Lucite, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional serving/bar cart in polished gold-tinted brass with thick lucite top and lower shelf by Karl Springer, American 1980s. This bar cart is on castors so it can easily be mov...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Brass

Karl Springer Exceptional Game Table in Embossed Lizard 1986 'Signed and Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional "Parsons Style Game Table" in gray embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship of this ta...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Karl Springer Coffee Table in Shagreen with Bone Inlays 1980s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large low waterfall coffee table in shagreen with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom with Karl Springer label). This table is a masterwork of craftsmansh...
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1980s Philippine Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Bone, Shagreen, Wood

Karl Springer Chic Side Table in Embossed Crocodile Leather, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made side table in two tone chocolate brown embossed crocodile leather by Karl Springer, American 1980s. We can customize it to a lower height if desired. The artisanship...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer Iconic "Freeform Table" in Polished Stainless Steel, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Iconic "freeform Table", kidney shaped in seamlessly welded polished stainless steel on recessed castors by Karl Springer, American 1980s. This table is the epitome of superb craftsm...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Stainless Steel, Metal

Shagreen and Gilt Stenciled Dining Table by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
A rare dining table, the top having inset shagreen panels, framed by a design of gilt stenciling and brass inlay. The whole on four square and concave legs similarly decorated. signe...
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20th Century Karl Springer Tables

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Karl Springer Faux Malachite Polyhedron Occasional Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare faceted table consisting of triangles and squares, the surface is beautifully hand-lacquered in a faux-malachite pattern. Originally used with a glass top as a coffee table, the...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

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Hardwood, Lacquer

Karl Springer American Modern Oval Parchment Dining Table
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
American Modern (1980s) dining / conference table with an oval top resting on an oval base, finished in a beige parchment / goatskin veneer. (KARL SPRINGER) (Similar piece: REG4031A)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

White Parsons Desk with Embossed Leather, Shagreen, by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York City, NY
A sleek desk covered in eye-catching embossed leather. In excellent condition.
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood, Lacquer, Shagreen Stingray

1970s Karl Springer Style Goatskin Extending Round Oval Dining Room Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Mid Century dining table you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

Karl Springer 2-Tier Side Table in Lacquered Linen 2002 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Telephone Table style side table in Bisque lacquered linen on brass castors with drawer lined in moire silk by Karl Springer LTD, American 2002 (signed on bottom with metal label whi...
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Early 2000s American Modern Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Brass

Karl Spring Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Goat Skin Dining, Conference Table 70s
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
For Sale is this large almost round floating Karl Springer dining table on two half round pedestal bases, made in America in the 1970. All wood core decorated with the Goat Skin an...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

Karl Springer tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Karl Springer tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Karl Springer tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 231 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original tables by Karl Springer were created in the modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tables by Charles Hollis Jones, Vladimir Kagan, and Paul Evans. Prices for Karl Springer tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at £1,162 and can go as high as £96,151, while a piece like these, on average, fetch £9,615.

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