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Paul Frankl End Tables

Austrian, American, 1886-1958

Born in Vienna, Paul Frankl came to the United States in 1914 as part of a wave of Central European design luminaries — among them Kem Weber, Rudolph Schindler, and Richard Neutra — who were drawn by the energy and optimism of the American scene. Prolific and protean, Frankl would go on to design furnishings that are emblematic of nearly every key stylistic chord in American modernism, from the streamlined Art Deco to free-form organic shapes.

Frankl's Skyscraper cabinets, bookcases and more — introduced in 1924 — are his earliest and best-known designs (and the work by which he is most often represented in institutions, such as New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art). Tall and narrow, the pieces have staggered shelves meant to mimic the setbacks of Manhattan office towers. A later visually expressive line — the Speed chairs and sofas, which have a raked profile suggesting motion — links Frankl to Donald Deskey, Raymond Loewy and other creators of Streamline Moderne design.

Frankl moved to Los Angeles in 1934 and luxuriated in the climate and lifestyle. His designs became lighter and simpler and found an audience among the Hollywood élite. (Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and Fred Astaire were clients.) Fascinated by Asian arts, Frankl produced numerous pieces — tabletops with edges that curve upward; sofas, chairs and other seating with rattan frames — inspired by Chinese and Japanese forms and materials. In the 1940s, Frankl became one of the first designers to incorporate free-form, biomorphic shapes in his work, as well as novel upholstery fabrics such as denim and nubby wool.

Frankl biographer Christopher Long argues that the designer’s easy, elegant aesthetic had an enormous influence on movie set design. As the furniture below attests, Paul Frankl’s work is ready for its close-up.

Find vintage Paul Frankl tables, dining chairs, case pieces and storage cabinets on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Paul Frankl
Pair of Paul Frankl Ivory Lacquered Nightstands with Brass X Pulls, circa 1950
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Everyone loves Paul Frankl furniture. A pillar of design, he created some of the most iconic midcentury pieces of furniture. And here we have a lovely pair of Paul Frankl ivory lacqu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Brass

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Cork and Mahogany Corner Table, ca 1951
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Cork and Mahogany Corner Table, ca 1951 Unique large corner table that would be perfect with two larger mid-century sofas set in a L-shape arrangem...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Mahogany, Cork

Pair of Paul Frankl Cork Top Nightstands or End Tables in Dark Walnut and Ivory
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A Mid-Century Modern pair of Paul Frankl cork top mahogany nightstands or end tables professionally restored to their original finishes - dark walnut mahogany stain and ivory lacquer...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Paul Frankl Walnut Nightstands for Johnson Furniture Solid Brass Pulls
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of stunning Mid-Century Modern walnut end tables night stands with solid brass buckle shape pulls.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Walnut

Paul Frankl Style Tripod Dark Walnut End Side Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Single round top dark walnut/espresso finish wood side or end table. Solid wood construction table resting on gently curved tripod legs.
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1950s American Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wood

Cork Top End Tables by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of cork top end tables by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, ca' 1950's. Triangular top with protruding lower shelf these are modern and organic. Rare to find as a pair.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Maple, Cork

Pair of Paul Frankl Cork Nightstands for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example, a pair of cork top waterf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Brass

Paul Frankl-Style Stacked Rattan Side Tables with Mahogany Top, Pair, circa 1930
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
These beautifully restored Paul T Frankl style two-tier stacked rattan end tables blend style and vintage charm with modern comfort, with cut-out sides and mahogany wood tops. Both a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Rattan, Mahogany

Paul Frankl Ebony Nightstands for John Stuart
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely rare Paul Frankl nightstands for John Stuart. Made of mahogany with espresso satin finish. USA, circa 1940. Each nightstand features a pull-down top drawer with two additio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Birch, Maple

Paul Frankl Square Cork Top Cocktail / Coffee Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century square cocktail / coffee table with a cork top and cork veneer, resting on four squared legs. (PAUL FRANKL)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wood

Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Station Wagon Nightstands, Rock Maple, Brass, Leather
By Johnson Furniture Co., John Stuart, Paul Frankl
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl / John Stuart Nightstands, Side, End Tables, 1950 Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John Stuart. Branded Johnson Furniture Co. and...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Leather, Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Cork Top Dining Table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co, c1950
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent and very rare cork top dining table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co, circa 1950.   
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Mahogany, Maple, Cork

Restored Stick Leg Rattan Side Table with Two-Tier Wood Tops
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stick leg rattan side table with two-tier wood tops, circa 1950. Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl. Restored to new for you. We only purchase and sell only the best and finest...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wicker, Rattan, Formica

Paul Frankl Two-Tier Side Table for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl two-tiered occasional table by Brown Saltman of California, circa 1950. Solidly crafted and elegantly designed. Signed and marked. We have not refinished or restore...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Maple

Diminutive Stand / Table Art Deco Skyscraper Furniture Designed by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely rare stand, table model 2188, designed by Paul Frankl, Skyscraper Furniture, c 1928. when sold, only avail at Frankl Galleries, New York...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wood

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Cork Top Two Drawer Sqaure End Table Stand
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern blond birch square side end table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture. Excellent original condition.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Birch, Cork

Pair of Restored 1950s Solid Mahogany & Bamboo Reed Step End Side Tables Stands
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Restored 1950s Solid Mahogany & Bamboo Reed Step End Side Tables Stands MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Rattan, Mahogany

Pair of Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern End Tables
By Paul Frankl
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Paul Frankl black cerused Mid-Century modern end tables with stepped motif and smoke glass top.
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1960s Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wood, Smoked Glass

Paul Frankl Corner Tables, Lacquered Cork and Mahogany, 1951
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paul Frankl. Corner tables (pair). Johnson Furniture Company, USA, circa 1951. Lacquered cork, lacquered mahogany. 32 w x 32 d x 28.25 h inches Each branded "#5029.&...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Cork, Mahogany

Midcentury Paul Frankl Painted Rattan End Tables -A Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic pair of vintage end tables. Made by the iconic Paul Frankl. A gorgeous matte black painted finish. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Rattan

Glass End Table from USA
By Paul Frankl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A two-tiered end table with ash dowel legs and thick industrial green-tinted glass having rounded and textured edges. Shelf is 5.75" H.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Glass, Ash

Rare Paul Frankl Station Wagon Nightstands End Tables
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Paul Frankl station wagon nightstands end tables.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wood

Cork-Topped End Table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Tapered dowel legs support a bleached mahogany two (2) drawer end table with a cork top, having hammered brass round pulls.   
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl End Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bleached Walnut Cork Tops Paul Frankl End Side Tables MINT!
By John Stuart Inc., Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Bleached Walnut Cork Tops Paul Frankl Two Drawers End Side Tables MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Walnut, Cork

Paul Frankl Cork Nightstands for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl
Located in Dallas, TX
Great looking pair of Paul Frankl cork top nightstands by Johnson Furniture. Nightstands feature two drawers each, a cork top and brass cross pulls.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Brass

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company Black and White Cork and Wood End
By Paul Frankl
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century rectangular end / side table with a white painted cork top resting on a white painted wooden frame with a lower rectangular stretcher shelf and four square legs. (PAUL FR...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Wood, Cork, Paint

Paul Frankl Cork Side Table for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This side table produced by Johnson Fur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Brass

Paul Frankl Lacquered Cork Top Dark Mahogany Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Westport, CT
Rare Paul Frankl crème lacquered cork top dark mahogany square designed base. In exceptional condition and nice size.
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl End Tables

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Cork, Mahogany

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Paul Frankl end tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul Frankl end 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 Paul Frankl end tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original end tables by Paul Frankl were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider end tables by Harvey Probber, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and Charles Hollis Jones. Prices for Paul Frankl end tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $685 and can go as high as $26,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,600.

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