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Mid-Century Modern End Tables

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Edward Wormley Dunbar End Side Table with Gertrud and Otto Natzler Ceramic Tiles
Located in Studio City, CA
This very rare and absolutely stunning Edward Wormley designed end/ occasional table for Dunbar Furniture for their "Janus" collection, circa 1956-1957 comes with inlaid, glazed tile...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

Founders Style Mid Century Oak Cane and Glass End Tables - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Founders Style Mid Century Oak, Cane and Glass End Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 16.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Cane, Glass, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Inspired Walnut End Table Chest
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern inspired walnut end table chest. Finished in a satin medium brown walnut finish. Featuring large top for accessories and ample storage solutions with single drawer...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Lucite Base Sqaure Glass Top Occasional Side Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern Lucite base thick 3/4" square glass top coffee or side table.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Pair of French Midcentury Modern Perforated Metal Consoles Attr. Mathieu Mategot
Located in New York, NY
A rare and important pair of French Mid-Century Modern Consoles / Sofa Tables Attributed to Mathieu Mategot. The pieces are typical of Mategot and composed of perforated steel and en...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Steel

Early Alvar Aalto for Finmar Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early bentwood side table, designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar, Finland, circa 1940s. Classic example of Danish modern design.
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1940s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Beech

Pair of Mid-Century Demilune Gun Metal and Glass Side Tables
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of two-tier demilune side tables with gun metal tubular frames, brass accents and glass shelves, circa 1970s. Sold and priced as a pair.  
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal

Side Table, Stool or Nightstand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 38
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Socle side table, auxiliary table, night stand Socle is a small solid wood table designed by the NONO design team. Made of solid wood, its elaborated...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Swedish Modern Teak Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage midcentury Swedish modern coffee table, teak, in excellent condition.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Swedish Modern Teak Coffee Table
Swedish Modern Teak Coffee Table
$1,850 Sale Price
27% Off
Tessellated Stone Rounded X-Shape Base Side Occasional Square Glass Top Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Tessellated stone X-shape base side occasional table.
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20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Stone

Faux Bois Occasional Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming round occasional or drinks table with a cast metal faux bois frame top with black granite. The sculptural branch outline adds a bit of emphasis and that important ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Faux Bois Occasional Table
Faux Bois Occasional Table
$995 Sale Price
31% Off
Pair of Black Lacquer Asian Modern End Tables or Stands American of Martinsville
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of black lacquer Asian Modern end tables or stands American of Martinsville. Asian inspired step end tables with drawer. Original black lacquer finish, gold detailing with brass...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Night Stand or End Table by Paul Laszlo
Located in Danville, CA
Bi-level nightstand or end table with canted front drawer by Paul Laszlo. The table has been freshly refinished in Espresso lacquer.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany, Lacquer

Brass & Tessellated Stone on Bamboo Wood Side, Drink, End Table Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
We offer a Maitland-Smith Style Mid-Century Modern round side, drink, end table made out of a Bend Bamboo Tripod Base with a Tessellated Stone over Wood Top. The Stone Top has an ins...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Stone, Brass

Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Step End Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three-tiered step up side table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950. This table is in wonderful condition and can be used as an end ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Pair of Large Octogonal Chromed Side Tables with Bronze Glass Tops, French
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual pair of large octagonal side tables is made of chrome with bronze glass shelves mirrored all around the glass. This is a ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Mechanical Disk Table
Located in New York, NY
Disk form table which opens to a two tier expanded coffee table size. Brass plated metal frame, with glass tops. Dimensions in listing are for the table in closed position, open L is...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pair of Square Widdicomb End Tables with Nero Portoro Marble Tops
Located in Chicago, IL
Lovely pair of Widdicomb end tables circa 1960. They feature a square wood base with an inset piece of gorgeous Nero Portoro marble to serve as the top. The marble is absolutely st...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble

Solid Walnut Round Top Brushed Machined Stainless Steel Base Side End Table Stan
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Walnut Round Top Brushed Machined Stainless Steel Base Side End Table Stand MINT!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Brass & Chrome Bicolor Side by Maison Jansen, circa 1970s
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A stunning two-tiered brass and chrome-plated side or end table by Maison Jansen, circa 1970s. Perfect for the Hollywood Regency style enthusiast or Mid-Century lover although, this ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Pair of Modern Two-Tier Glass Side Tables
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of modern two-tier glass end tables, these tables feature stainless steel and frosted glass. Works well in modern or traditional decor. Ca...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass

Side Table, Night Stand in Solid Wood, Auxiliary Table Socle 8 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Socle side table, auxiliary table, night stand Socle is a small solid wood table designed by the NONO design team. Made of solid wood, its elaborated construction serves as a suppor...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

1960s Italian Pedestal Oak Side Tables with Marble Top Inserts, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of 1960s Italian pedestal oak side tables with marble top inserts. No chips on marble inserts. Very good vintage condition. Tables measu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble

Small Table, Side Table, End table Samu Made of Solid Wood by NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Introducing the Samu Collection by NONO, where simplicity meets elegance in the form of sculptural stools, side tables, and plinths. Each piece in this collection boasts a gently dom...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Hardwood

Drexel Heritage Mid Century Walnut and Smoked Glass Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Walnut and Smoked Glass Side End Table This side table measures: 28.75 wide x 20.75 deep x 17 inches high All...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Smoked Glass, Walnut

Side Table, Night Stand in Solid Wood, Auxiliary Table Socle 19 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Socle side table, auxiliary table, night stand Socle is a small solid wood table designed by the NONO design team. Made of solid wood, its elaborated construction serves as a suppor...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Restored Stick Leg Rattan Side Table with Two-Tier Wood Tops
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wicker, Rattan, Formica

Neal Small Illuminated Light Pedestal Table Stand for Kovacs
Located in Chicago, IL
Neal small illuminated pedestal table stands for Kovacs. In the style of Paul Evans Cityscape Line. Please inquire if interested in acquiring a pair.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Hand-Crafted Solid Thick Oak Faceted Side Table by Nono Fundamenta 04
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Hand-crafted solid thick oak side table with faceted base and black round table top. Product made to order; some variances may apply to the final piece. —— NONO is a Mexican desi...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Signed Gabriella Crespi Rattan Collapsible Tray Tables, Pair
Located in North Miami, FL
Collapsible side tables in wicker and rattan, designed by Gabriella Crespi in 1970s and sold exclusively through her boutiques. Crespi stopped designing after ten years of a successf...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Lorin Marsh Bronze Beveled Mirror Telescoping Square Table
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern polished bronze and beveled mirror top, NON telescoping square side tables, this tables height is not adjustable, the knobs are only decorative. Purc...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bronze

Side Table, Night Stand in Solid Wood, Auxiliary Table Socle 12 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Socle side table, auxiliary table, night stand Socle is a small solid wood table designed by the NONO design team. Made of solid wood, its elaborated construction serves as a suppor...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Vintage Walnut Nightstands by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage walnut nightstands designed by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young in the United States, circa 1960s. Fantastic pair of nigh...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Matched Pair Rosewood and Chrome Tables / stands attr to Milo Baughman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matched Pair Rosewood and Chrome Tables or stands attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggen ,Classic 60s'70s Modernist design,, Handsome rosewood veneer,, richly grained,Art / ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Sensational Pair Copper Top John Stuart Walnut End Table Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational pair of John Stuart copper top 2 tiered end tables. We love the patinated copper tops with the well crafted frames and 2nd level-very stylish. These measure 21"t x 30"l...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Copper

French Modern Square End Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A refined expression of transitional design, blending old-world craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. Its tabletop is adorned with a luxurious duck eggshell inlay, an ancient Chi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rare Paul Evans Gunmetal Cityscape End or Coffee Tables on Castors
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare gunmetal cityscape pattern. These come with slate tops that are removable. They are inserted and rest on top of the lip and a center peg. Both tables are on rolling castors. Mos...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Single Drawer Open Compartment Side
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut end / side tables with an open compartment above a single lower drawer with a rounded walnut bar drawer pull with tapered brushed chrome caps at e...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Enrique Garcel Pair of Elegant Stepped End Tables or Night Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of elegant stepped design tables, designed by Enrique Garcel, Colombia, circa 1980s. They are a versatile size and can be used as end or side tables, or as night stands. They ar...
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1980s Colombian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome Side Tables with Mirrored Tops, c. 1970's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern side tables with chic minimalist frames in polished chrome. The vintage tables have a rectangular form with rounded corner...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Dunbar Nesting Tables in Sap Walnut
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic set of three nesting tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's with original green label. Sap walnut with nice patina.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Walnut, Leather and Mahogany Wedge End Tables by Dunbar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar walnut wedge/trapezium-form end tables with mahogany stretchers/bases and leather-wrapped feet (model #5216, ca. 1955, Indiana, USA). Uncommon examp...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Leather, Mahogany, Walnut

Simple Modernist Duplantier Style Marble & Brass End Table, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A minimalist brass and marble table in the manner of Duplantier.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Brass

Fine Mid-Century Modern Ashwood Polished Bronze Square Lacquered Game Table
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern ashwood and brown lacquered game table with polished bronze finishes Purchased from Lorin Marsh.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bronze

Set of Three Swedish Modern Nesting Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
Three teak nesting side tables, Mid-Century Modern style, made in Sweden. Compact set of nesting tables perfect for living room side or end tables, nightstands, or display tables for...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Teak

Two Doors Compartment Cabinet Octagon Shape Side Occasional End Table Pedestal
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut gallery edges octagon shape two-door cabinet stand.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair Two Tier Glass Top Shelf Oiled Walnut Round End Side Occasional Table MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Two Tier Glass Top Shelf Oiled Walnut Round End Side Occasional Table MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Two-Tier Walnut Veneer Circular End
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century circular two-tier end / side table with a circular top and lower shelf, supported by four tapered square legs, finished in walnut veneer...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

1980s Henredon Burl Wood Drum Nightstand/End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome vintage drum table by Henredon, circa 1980. For decades, the Henredon name has been synonymous with fine furniture, and their Scene Two c...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Burl

Pearsall Style Side Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous black top side table in the classic style of legendary designer Adrian Pearsall! Sculptural carving on the legs adds uniqueness without sacrificing stability. Please confir...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pearsall Style Side Table
Pearsall Style Side Table
$595 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Bamboo and Wood Nightstand Anonymous for DUX Sweden, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of bamboo and wood nightstand anonymous for DUX Sweden, 1960 Good condition more photo on demand.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Pair of Dark Walnut Single Door End Tables or Nightstands
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables or nightstands. Dark chocolate near ebony low gloss finish.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Fritz Hansen Danish Mid-Century Modern Folding Coffee Table Stand Tray Top Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fritz Hansen Danish Mid-Century Modern teak folding coffee table stand tray top MINT!.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Palm Beach Pair Rattan Bamboo Starburst End Side Tables Glass Tops
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Pair of bamboo rattan end side tables with new glass tops. Dimensions: 20.5 H x 20.25 W x 24 D.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rattan, Glass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Parsons Style Wooden Rectangular End / Side Table
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style end table with a wooden rectangular form. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY) Minor wear to finish.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Swedish Modern Round Walnut End or Coffee Table by Carl Malmsten
Located in Atlanta, GA
Round walnut table by renowned Swedish furniture designer Carl Malmsten (1888 - 1972). Versatile size - can be used as end table or coffee table.

Please contact us wi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Travertine Square Pedestal Base Coffee Side Occasional Lamp Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-century Italian modern occasional square side end table stand pedestal.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

Italian Oyster Burl Two Drawer Small Chest / Side Table
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century small chest or side / end table with oyster burl veneer and two drawers with bronze drawer pulls, resting on four curved legs.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal, Bronze

Walnut Square Occasional Glass Top Center Side Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Modern square side table with glass top. Measures: 31 x 31".
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Midcentury Travertine Wedge Tables, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar midcentury travertine wedge tables - pair. Each table measures: 17.25 wide x 27.25 deep x 21.25 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in wha...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

Mid-century Modern end tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern end 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 end tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, more furniture and collectibles, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern end tables made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original end tables, popular names associated with this style include Edward Wormley, Dunbar, Paul McCobb, and Lane Furniture. 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 end tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $180 and tops out at $40,000 while the average work can sell for $2,600.

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