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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
Single Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection - Side Table Dark Stain
Located in St. Louis, MO
Edward Wormley side table designed for the Precedent Collection angular legs, lower shelf, circa 1947. Only a single available. Silver Elm, to be refinished prior to shipping. Custom...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Elm

Gilt Leafed Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Turned wooden spindle leg table which has been beautifully restored. The legs of the table are in a rich espresso finish which complement the glazed...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Gold Leaf

Two-Drawer Nightstand Table with Ebonized Finish
Located in New York, NY
Ebonized curved front side or end table with two drawers and open shelf. Some patina on hardware.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

Unusual 1950s Italian Coffee Table in Wood and Reverse Painted Glass
Located in Milan, IT
Unusual 1950s Italian coffee table in wood and light blue reverse painted glass.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Wood

Set of 4 Alvar Aalto Round Birch Bent Leg Nesting Tables c.1950s Made in Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Alvar Aalto round birch bent leg nesting tables c.1950s made in Sweden. Super clean antique condition.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Birch

Mid Century Modern Lucite Butterfly Glass Top Side Table after Lion in Frost
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Butterfly Glass Top Side Table after Lion in Frost. Item features a thick butterfly wing lucite base with central stretcher joint and end knobs. The...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Lucite

Vintage Danish Mid Century End Table With Casters
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Danish Mid Century End Table with one Drawer Dimensions. 25 W ; 18 D ; 20 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Side Table Caldas Taupe Patterm Tiles Top with Portuguese Tiles for Outdoors
Located in Lisbon, PT
Well-known for its ceramics tradition, Portuguese tiles production dates back to 16th century. Inheriting this rich crafts knowledge, the table tops of Caldas tables are made with ha...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

End Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice end table/nightstand by John Keal for Brown Saltman of California. The piece features two large drawers with spade shaped pulls and dovetailed construction. The Brown Saltman lo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Walnut and Glass Side Table
Located in New York, NY
1960s walnut and glass side table by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Very nice walnut grain and new 22" x 27" glass top.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Brass and Marble Drum Side / End Table, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass and pink marble side / end drum table, 1970.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Brass

Set of Three Vintage Teak End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of (3) MCM end tables in teak. Please confirm location with seller (NY or NJ)
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Wonderful Side Table with Mosaic Top by Marlo Bartels for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase, Marlo Bartels
Located in New York, NY
Truly spectacular side table by Steve Chase with a custom mosaic top by Marlo Bartels. There is a drawer and a lower glass shelf. The base is edged with a broad band of silver metal....
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Mid-Century Wooden Drop Leaf End / Side Table
Located in Queens, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century end / side table with a rectangular top and drop leaf extensions on either side and a lower stretcher shelf connecting four taper...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Pair of Tables Ceruse Oak, France, circa 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-century ceruse oak side or coffee tables, late 1950's. Beautiful pair of rustic side tables. Rare handcrafted small tables made from ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Oak

Side Table, Stool or Night Stand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 44
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

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut and Glass Side Tables - Pair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut and Glass Side Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 27 wide x 18.25 deep x 20 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call r...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Pair of Vintage c1970s Rattan Bamboo Laminated Tops Rectangle End Side Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Vintage c1970s Rattan Bamboo Laminated Tops Rectangle End Side Tables MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Mid Century Modern Dark Rattan & Glass Side Table or End Table after Albini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage handmade side table in the style of Franco Albini. It features dark stained rattan with a clear glass inserted top.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rattan, Glass

Pair of Danish Modern Teak Side Tables / Nightstands by Kurt Østervig
Located in Kensington, MD
- A streamlined bi-Level design that represents the very essence of a side table - Equally suited to serve as end tables or as nightstands & is even more beautiful in teak - An overh...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Petite Table in the Style of Clara Porset
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this midcentury Petite table in the style of Clara Porset made in premium mahogany wood and palm cords, circa 1960.
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1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Seagrass

Tall Metal Frame End Cocktail Table in Distressed Pecan Wood
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful high quality end cocktail table square pipping metal frame in a bronze finish with drawer box in distressed pecan finish circa 1990's great condition .
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pair of Round Chrome and Glass Nesting Side End Table 6 Pieces Set
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern round nesting end side tables stands. Beautiful high quality chrome finish. Attributed to Design Institute of America.   
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Pair of Round Gold Gilt Brass Side Tables, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of round gold gilt brass side tables have a glass top fixed on the top circle. They are very elegant. This is an Italian work, circa 1970.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

2 Pairs of Mid-Century Modern Stone Top Walnut Side End Tables, c1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern Stone top end side tables. Black walnut with a composite stone insert. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. 2 pairs available. Sold a...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Stone

Pair of Large Chrome and Bronze Mirror Side Tables, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice pair of large side tables is made of chrome with bronze mirror shelves. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Pair of Woven Wicker Tables
Located in New York, NY
Modern style woven wicker tables, missing the glass tops. Simple unadorned form, clean and stylish.
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wicker

MCM "Sun Coast" Two-Tier Cantilever End Table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous MCM Sun Coast two-tier cantilever end table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good refinished vintage condition (I believe the wood is cherry, bu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut, Cherry

Friso Kramer "Rotunda" Black Metal and Glass Coffee Table by Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare "Rotunda" coffee table by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel. Black enameled metal base with magazine shelf and glass top. In good original condition with some signs of wear to f...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pair of Mid Century Modern Slatted Walnut End Tables by Mel Smilow C1955
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural slatted end tables with exposed joinery as part of the design by Mel Smilow. Pair was professionally restored and looking excellent. W...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut, Lacquer

Walnut with Copper Tile Top Tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman
Located in Denton, TX
Set of three solid walnut with copper tile top tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Copper

Italian Black Wood and Brass Serving Bar Cart, Parisi for De Baggis, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful serving bar trolley designed by the master of Italian design Ico Parisi together with his wife Luisa. The cart was produced by De Baggis in the 1950s in Italy. This elegan...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Understated Walnut End Tables by Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic understated polished walnut end /side tables by Brown Saltman.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

1970's Mid-Century Modern Italian Travertine Side Table
Located in New York, NY
1970's solid travertine Italian side table, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use, there is 4 brass casters no shown in the pictures.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

Walnut Two-Drawer End Table Nightstand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern banana shape brass pulls walnut nightstand.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Side Table, Stool or Night Stand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 46
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

Ceramic Asian Brown and Gold Elephant Garden Stool
Located in Essex, MA
Single ceramic brown Asian elephant garden stool with brown yellow and white color and gold, green, and light lilac saddles and trim. The stool portrays an elephant with raised trunk...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Ceramic

American of Martinsville Side End Tables Nightstands Wicker Faux Bamboo
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bamboo, Wicker, Glass

Country Provincial Tall Legs Silver Gilt Marble-Top Lamp Table Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country French provincial rouge veins marble-top lamp side end table stand.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 2 Tier Corner Table
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb For Planner Group mid century 2 tier corner table The table measures: 30 wide x 30 deep x 21 inches high All pieces of furnitur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Cherry Wood Nightstands, circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Campaign style nightstands. By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1960s Solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware and brass-capped tap...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Bespoke Black Marble Carrara Tables Side Tables, France, circa 1990
Located in Vienna, AT
Post-Design pair of tables, bespoke marble tables (2), late 1980's, early 1990's Sold and priced as a pair. Pair of unique tables made from round ...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Carrara Marble, Steel

Set of 2 Art Deco Three-Tiered Tables, Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller, USA, 1930's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an ultra-rare set of three-tiered end tables designed by the influential Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller. Designed and crafted in the late 1930s this set represents the z...
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1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Swedish Mid-Century Teak Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Great modern teak coffee table with shelf. Wonderfully clean and simple lines very nice design and craftsmanship quality piece.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Teak

Ying & Yang Tripod Side Tables with Brass Sabots, Italy 1950.
Located in Brussels, BE
Oval painted tripod side tables with beveled top. Can be separated in two parts. Brass sabots. Italy 1950.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Stamped Danish End Table by Kvalitet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish side table with ceramic tiles making a beautiful design. Set on a dark rosewood frame. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Ceramic, Rosewood

Pair of Wood and Travertine End Tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of wooden end tables with travertine tops. The wood has a faux stone finish. Each has one drawer with a pull-out shelf above. Each has a...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine

Maison Jansen French Mid-Century Brass and Agate Coffee Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century gilt and brass low coffee table with a top decorated with a piece of inset agate. (signed: MAISON JANSEN, PARIS)
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Agate, Brass

Mid-Century Organic Modern Plaster Rock and Glass Round Side Table by Sirmos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural faux rock formation table made by Sirmos in the 1970s. It features a plaster molded rock formation base with a clear glass top. Very good ready to use condition.    
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Plaster

Pair of Edward Wormley for Drexel American Mid-Century Blond Wood Magazine Table
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century blond wood magazine / end tables with rectangular tops above five short shelves. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DREXEL)(PRICED AS Pair)...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Mid Century Solid Walnut Bases Travertine Tops End Side Occasional Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 3 Square Mid Century solid walnut bases travertine tops end side occasional coffee tables MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

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

Pair of Mid Century Modern Stainless Steel Round End Tables with Smoked Glass
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of stainless steel tables with smoked glass top and bottom shelf. Tables are large 24in. diameter so they can be used as a cocktail table in a smaller setting by themse...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Stainless Steel

Side Table, Stool or Nightstand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 39
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

Hans Wegner Large Scale Oak End Tables or Night Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of large scale Danish Modern oak end tables, designed by Hans Wegner for Andreus Tuck, Denmark, circa 1950s. These tables are currently being...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pair of 1970's Mid - Century Steer Horn End Tables.
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfull Pair of 1970's Steer Horn tables. The tables have New 3/4 " thick glass tops.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Horn, Glass

Cityscape Coffee Table Paul Evans for Directional
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large brass patchwork cityscape coffee table in contrast with a rather unusual Brazilian rosewood top. A very generous size with striking visual impact. This is a custom pieces executed circa 1975 by Paul Evans for Directional.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Paire de tables d'appoint en fer forgé et plateau en chêne travail français
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Paire de tables d'appoint en fer forgé et plateau en chêne travail français signé
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron

Tommaso Barbi Brass and Mirrored Glass Italian Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible mid-century rectangular brass and mirrored glass cocktail table. This wonderful object was designed in Italy in the 70s and de...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Metric Side Tables in Brass and Lucite by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage metric side table is brass and Lucite by Charles Hollis Jones. The pieces are in very good vintage condition, the Lucite and metal will be polished prior to shipping...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

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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