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Modern Center Tables

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Modern Saara Set/3 Nesting Coffee Tables, Travertine, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/3 Saara Nesting Coffee Tables, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Saara nesti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Travertine

Arkhe No 4 Coffee Table Square Travertine, Modern Sculptural by Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography....
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2010s Turkish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Arkhe No 3 Coffee Table Square Travertine, Modern Sculptural by Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography....
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2010s Turkish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Crackle Glass Iconic Foyer-Dining table with Sculptural Modern Curved Base
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare vintage beauty of a table. Used as a foyer table in the original residence, (it made quite a statement, it could also be used as a dining table. The glass is an iconic crackle...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass

Arkhe No 4 Coffee Table Travertine, Modern Sculptural Round by Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography....
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2010s Turkish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Arkhe No 3 Coffee Table Travertine, Modern Sculptural Round by Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography....
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2010s Turkish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Organic Oak Coffee Table Set of 2 with Natural Wood and Stained Grey Color COPY
Located in Cairo, EG
Organic Oak Coffee Table Set of 2 with Natural Wood and Stained Grey Color. Beautifully organic and flowy, our SHADOWS coffee table set is...
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2010s Egyptian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Utopia Dining Table, Sycamore and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Utopia dining table is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a crossing through the structures of a utopian city, organized by the principles of symme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Brass

Grande Tavolino "Cafè" in Ferro e Ottone - Di Alberto Tonni - Italia - Anni '90
By Alberto Tonni
Located in Milano, IT
Il tavolino è un’opera della Serie Cafè, degli anni ‘90 dell’artista e designer Alberto Tonni ed è realizzato a mano, in ferro naturale brunito e ottone. Il design del tavolino è mol...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Adolf Loos´s round Table, with eight columned Legs and Brass Fittings
Located in Vienna, Austria
A rare table from Adolf Loos with eight columned legs and brass fittings. Adolf Loos designed several variations of a round table with eight legs using different woods. This table ...
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1910s Czech Vintage Modern Center Tables

Materials

Palisander

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Table 1980s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important "Danseurs De Ballet" table, hand-brazed in patinated bronze with green patina and glass top by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1980's (engraved “Philip Kelvin ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Center Tables

Materials

Bronze

Modern Chiado Console Table, Marble, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Chiado Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado console table honors Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its arti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

21th Century Modern Oval Center Coffee Table Wood Abstract Pattern White Black
Located in Porto, PT
JOAN CENTER TABLE Joan Center Table will be an eye-catching addition to any modern, bold, and elegant decor. A unique oval tabletop made in marquetry technique rests on drop-shaped l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Birdseye Maple, Oak

Sally Solid Wood Coffee Table with Marquetry top in Reclaimed Oak by Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
A chunky coffee table that looks as solid as the solid Oak wood it's made of, but with a delicate Marquetry top in reclaimed Oak from Chianti wine barrels. Sizes and materials are ...
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2010s Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak, Reclaimed Wood

Mid-Century Modern Center Coffee Table Abstract Figures Walnut Wood Marquetry
Located in Porto, PT
PALM CENTER TABLE Palma Center Table is a hand-crafted center table that merges clean and minimalist lines with an artistic pattern. With a mid-century modern flair, the center table...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Walnut

Port Laurent Honed Marble Center Table
Located in Houston, TX
A visually striking 40" diameter honed Port Laurent marble center table with tapered hexagon base. Coloring is a deep ground that varies between black and charcoal grey, with a trac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Kernel Table Model by Giò Minelli for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Table from the Kernel series is a unique piece made entirely by hand by the designer. Completely built in Glebanite, a special blend of recycled and recyclable fiberglass. An artisti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair of Jaime Hayon Dark Grey Explorer #03 & #01 Tables by BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dark grey explorer #03 table Design by Jaime Hayon, 2019 Manufactured by BD Barcelona. Laquered fibreglass body. Solid turned wooden legs and lacquered. Painted glass table top. M...
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2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass, Wood

Fendi Casa Shagreen Leather Swan Ballet Center Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical and rare round center table designed by Fendi Casa. The table features a round top supported by a tripod base with ballet legs and feet. The swan table is fully upholstered...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Metal

Stools, ebonized oak and clear resin.
Located in London, GB
Ebonised oak and resin stool. Initialed 'JF' and numbered consecutively. It can be paired with the coffee table picture. Finish: Ebonized and white oil top  
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2010s English Modern Center Tables

Materials

Resin, Oak

Ralph Lauren Home Clivedon Octagonal Pedestal Center Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic octagonal top pedestal center table designed by Ralph Lauren. The Clivedon table features a Macassar ebony style veneered top in a geometrical starburst design. The top is t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Maple

Lily Round Coffee Table in Solid Canaletto Walnut by Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
A coffee table handmade out of 30 mm thick solid Canaletto Walnut wood. Inspired by lily pads and their curled edges, it’s divided in 4 quarters, with each part’s rounded edges juxta...
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2010s Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Marble

Many Feet Coffee Table by MSJ Furniture Studio
Located in Vancouver, BC
Our many feet coffee table is made from solid walnut, with a solid whitened maple top. It's design mimics our original pencil sketch. keeping the movement and imperfect lines helps t...
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2010s Canadian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Limited Edition Collector Riviera Ceppo Di Gre Table Designed by Studio Rig
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Limited Edition Collector Riviera Ceppo Di Gre Table Designed by Studio Rig DIMENSIONS: W 180 cm 70,8” D 80 cm 31,4” H 40 cm 15,7” About COLLECTOR The Collector brand was born...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Table Wood Clay and Bronzo Lacquered by Studio Oxi
Located in Pordenone, IT
As the top thins out and the base creates undulating movement, the look of this piece changes from different angles. The whole piece is decorated with ultra-tactile textured finishes...
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2010s Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Bronze

Limited Edition - Collector Meco Center Table in Ceppo di Gree
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Limited Edition - Collector Meco Center Table in Ceppo di Gree TECHNICAL DETAILS DIMENSIONS: W 180 cm 70,8” D 80 cm 31,4” H 40 cm 15,7” PRODUCT FEATURES Table top and legs in ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone

Collector - Designed by Alter Ego Djembe Center Table Natural Oak
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector- 21st Century Designed by Alter Ego Djembe Center Table in Natural Oak DIMENSIONS: W 180 cm 70,8” D 70 cm 27,5” H 31 cm 12,2” PRODUCT FEATURES Oak PRODUCT OPTIONS ...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Slit Coffee Table, Wood Top with Dynamic Look, Black Oak
Located in Istanbul, 34
Step into Slit's world of creative interplay of textures and axes. It exalts the 'Off_Grid' concept by disrupting wooden slats' axes on three different vertical levels and crown them...
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2010s Turkish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Arkhe No 1 Coffee Table Travertine, Modern Sculptural Round by Fulden Topaloglu
Located in Istanbul, TR
Designer Fulden Topaloğlu explains the inspiration behind the design: “Arkhe Collection is a tribute to the beautiful amphitheaters dispersed throughout the Mediterranean geography. As a lucky kid growing up in the Aegean coast, the visits to these archaeological sites was an indispensable tradition of our family summer vacations. These visits always left me in awe, as the imagery and sensations of visiting these majestic remains of ancient times always gave a larger than life feeling to the mind and soul of that little kid I was back then. Looking back, I must add that the feeling changed only a little. Arkhe collection is a tribute to these magical ruins of my childhood memories and to all the history, culture and myths they whisper to our collective consciousness.” Arkhe coffee table...
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2010s Turkish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Coffe table - striped, walnut blockboard - made in Italy by A. Epifani in stock
Located in Parabita, LE
“In the South, the truth crawls feverishly under the skin like an animal, the blood seethes, the madness carves the triumph of the stones into trickles of wet sand, and the villas ge...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Collector - Designed by Alter Ego Djembe Center Table Nero Marquina Marble
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector- 21st Century Designed by Alter Ego Djembe Center Table Nero Marquina Marble DIMENSIONS: W 180 cm 70,8” D 70 cm 27,5” H 31 cm 12,2” PRODUCT FEATURES Oak PRODUCT OPTI...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Lacquered
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Lacquered RAL 6015 Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routin...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Rainbow Arches Coffee Table by MSJ Furniture Studio
Located in Vancouver, BC
Enliven your space with MSJ Furniture's cheerful new coffee table, Rainbow Arches. A solid American black walnut top appears to float between solid maple arches cresting just overtop. At once dark and light, strapping and lifted, Rainbow Arches offers subtle charm to any space. Locally made in our Vancouver furniture...
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2010s Canadian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Oasis Coffee Table by MSJ Furniture Studio
Located in Vancouver, BC
Our Oasis coffee table blends well in modern homes looking for something with a little character. The hand turned bases are made one at time a time in our Vancouver work shop. Shown ...
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2010s Canadian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Hickory White Two Tier Round Cherry Side or Center Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A quality late 20th century Hickory White Two Tier Round Cherry Side or Center Table in very good vintage condition. Measures 30" in diamter and stands 26" tall. Lower tier clearan...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Cherry

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Meco Center Table Lacquered
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig MecoCenter Table lacquered Ral 9001 Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routines a...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Coffee Table DEDO, Mexican Contemporary Design by Emiliano Molina for CU
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Introducing the Mesa de Centro DEDO, a Mexican Contemporary Coffee Table designed by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. This exceptional piece features two surfaces made from different ma...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Smoked Oak
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Smoked Oak Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routines and l...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Dedo C Side Table
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Introducing the Dedo C, Mexican contemporary side table designed by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. These tables are part of our DEDO Side Table collection, where beauty lies in their usefulness. As practical as they are simple, each table integrates a single surface made of high-quality walnut or oak, with a variation of black inked oak, and two surfaces for the Dedo C. These surfaces seek contrast with onyx, or marble, adding a touch of elegance to any room. Whether you need a place to set your drink...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Lily Round Coffee Table in Honed Unfilled Navona Travertine by Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
A coffee table handmade out of 30 mm thick honed unfilled Navona Travertine. Inspired by lily pads and their curled edges, it's divided in 4 quarters, with each part's rounded edges ...
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2010s Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Marble

Side Table COROT, Mexican Contemporary Side Table by Emiliano Molina for Cuchara
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
The COROT Marble Side Table is truly a one-of-a-kind piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Available in two stunning options, Carrara white or Monterrey black, this table sh...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Dedo A Side Table
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Introducing the Mesa Auxiliar A, a Mexican contemporary side table designed by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. This table is the perfect solution for anyone looking for a useful surface to place next to their sofa. With its sleek design and practical function, it's a must-have for any modern living room. Made from high-quality walnut, tzalam or oak, with a variation of black inked oak, this table is a true testament to the superior craftsmanship of Mexican manufacturers. Whether you need a place to set your drink...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Dedo Coat Stand
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Introducing the Perchero DEDO, a Mexican contemporary coat stand designed by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. With its simple yet striking design, this stand is the perfect addition to...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Lacquered and Travertino
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Lacquered RAL 9001 and Travertino Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Meco Center Table Oak
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig MecoCenter Table Oak Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routines and lifestyles....
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

C-1 Table
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Mesa C-1, Mexican Contemporary Coffee Table by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. Featuring a complex structure with sturdy assemblies that firmly hold a sleek glass surface, this tabl...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Meco Center Table Lacquered and Travertino
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig MecoCenter Table lacquered Ral 1005 Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routines a...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Collector - Designed by Alter Ego Djembe Center Table Lacquered RAL 7022
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector- 21st Century Designed by Alter Ego Djembe Center Table Lacquered RAL 3012 PRODUCT FEATURES Oak DIMENSIONS: W 180 cm ...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Walnut Mistral Coffee Table, Modern Sculptural Living Room Table by Arid
By Arid
Located in Albuquerque, NM
The Mistral Coffee Table is playful and full of life with a fluid form and detail rich construction. It’s made out of solid black walnut hardwood and built with exposed joinery that ...
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2010s American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Modern Chiado Console Table, Marble Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Chiado Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado console table honors Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its arti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Quadruped Coffee Table by MSJ Furniture Studio
Located in Vancouver, BC
Our Quadruped coffee table is made from solid walnut, with a solid whitened maple top. Inspired by Greek mythology involving Sciapods. A race of monopoded people who used their large foot to shade themselves from the sun. Can be ordered together with our small footed quadruped table, pictured in the last photo. Please see our other listings for more details. This table like all our furniture is made by hand in our small workshop in Vancouver Canada...
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2010s Canadian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Walnut, Maple

Collector -Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Smoked Oak and Travertino
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Collector - Designed by Studio Rig Riviera Center Table Smoked Oak and Travertino Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home...
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2010s European Modern Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Tusker Coffee Table by MSJ Furniture Studio
Located in Vancouver, BC
Our Tusker coffee table blends well in modern homes looking for something with a little character. Strong bold and robust with solid walnut legs turned by hand in our Vancouver based...
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2010s Canadian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Walnut, Maple

Mid-Century Modern Round Side Table Abstract Cubist Pattern White Wood Marquetry
Located in Porto, PT
Malaga Side table is a modern wood side table that celebrates art and craftsmanship through modern marquetry. This modern side table is a must-have addition to a bold or minimalist i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Maple, Walnut

Circuito 80 Table
Located in Ciudad De México, ME
Circuito 80 is a stunning Mexican contemporary table designed by Emiliano Molina for CUCHARA. The table is a true masterpiece of woodcraft, featuring stunning assemblies that make it...
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2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Seahorse Coffee Table, 1980s
Located in Pasadena, CA
Unusual coffee table, with thick (0.5") round beveled glass; supported by an unusual wooden-carved seahorse base. A tranquil creature of elegance, the...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Bonnie and Clyde Center Table by Dooq
By DOOQ
Located in Geneve, CH
Bonnie and Clyde center table by Dooq Measures: W 160 cm 63” D 70 cm 28” H 35 cm 14” Materials: Structure carved from one solid marble piece Dooq is a design company dedicat...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Round Side Table Contemporary Urban Art Print Wood Marquetry
Located in Porto, PT
Folk Side Table is a modern side table that will add a vibrant accent to a contemporary living room. This side table is an attractive addition to a contemporary living room, where it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Maple, Walnut

Modern center tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern center tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage center tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, decorative objects, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern center tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original center tables, popular names associated with this style include Sebastian Scherer, Greenapple, Alter Ego Studio, and VG-VGnewtrend. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for center tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $28 and tops out at $139,021 while the average work can sell for $5,317.

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