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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
3 John Keal Hexagonal Reverse Painted Glass and Oak Occasional / End Tables
Located in Queens, NY
2 American Mid-Century walnut occasional / end tables with hexagonal bases and tops with an open center structure and reverse painted glass table tops...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass

French Mid-Century Steel and Glass End Tables
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century (1950s) steel low square end table with a cluster leg design and brass trim supporting a glass top. (Attributed to MAISON JANSEN)
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Steel, Brass

Harvey Probber Blue Enameled Copper and Espresso Mahogany Side Tables 1960s
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare pair of 1960s Harvey Probber solid mahogany side tables finished in a dark espresso stain with a satin lacquer clear coat. The tops are ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Enamel

Pair of Red Granite and Brass Side Tables, Italy, 1980s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of end side tables, small gueridon or nightstands red granite marble stone top, brass and black lacquered metal base. In the mood of Sottsass, Memphis, Mendini, Michele De Lucch...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Granite, Marble, Metal, Brass

Restored Ratan and Mahogany Two-Tiered Corner Table with Stacked Rattan Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Rattan and Mahogany top corner or side table with two-tiers and a stacked rattan base. Circa 1940, United States We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan ...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rattan, Mahogany

Pair of Large Artisan Italian Glass End Tables, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large artisan end tables in scalloped edge green glass with brass accents, Italian 1970s. These are handmade and very beautiful.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Square Italian Mid-Century Modern Travertine Side Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern single pedestal Italian travertine square side table.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

Side Table, Stool or Nightstand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 32
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

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Wood, Hardwood

Glass Chrome Brass X Base Square Side Coffee End Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century modern brass chrome and glass square cube shape side end coffee table.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass, Chrome

James End Table Oak White
Located in Cincinnati, US
Seemingly defying the laws of nature, this Danish-inspired design is composed of a razor thin metal top covered with oak veneer, atop an elegant wire base. The warmth of the wood grain adds a level of complexity balancing the minimalist base for a table that will leave your guests intrigued and your mama proud she raised someone with such good style. The offset base conveniently slides under the sofa making it the perfect accessory for those who have ditched the traditional desk...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pair Sculptural 1970s Walnut Travertine Tops Step Side End Tables Singer Sons
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair sculptural 1970s walnut travertine tops step side end tables singer sons mint!
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

Hollywood Regency Gilt Iron Scroll Knocker Rippled Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Spectacular vintage Hollywood Regency coffee table with rippled glass top. Heavy, iron metal base gilded with gold and black fl...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Charles Hollis Jones Designed End Table, 1950s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern Charles Hollis Jones designed end table, 1950s. Lucite with brass corner bracket joints and X base.
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Lucite

Maison Jansen two-tier brass opaline glass end tables 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
These beautiful two-tier end tables by Maison Jansen were created with solid brass and typical french neoclassical brass pine cones in the early 1970s. The black opaline glass bottom...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Laverne Marble-Top Stem Table
Located in Denton, TX
Model ST - 8 with Carrara marble-top and steel base. Designed by Erwine and Estelle Laverne, circa 1960. Painted metal base with Carrara marble top.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Metal

Laverne Marble-Top Stem Table
Laverne Marble-Top Stem Table
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Osprey White Modern End Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A sophisticated piece that merges the worlds of function and fashion. Constructed from wood and exquisitely adorned with leather, this table shines in a charming Osprey white finish,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Leather, Wood

Side Table, Stool or Night Stand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 43
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

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Wood, Hardwood

Rounded Square Granite Side End Stand Table Modern Design
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern rounded square granite Stand end occasional table pedestal shape base.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Stone, Granite, Marble

Charak Solid Mahogany 5 Drawers Low Bow Dresser Cabinet Dresser Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Charak Solid Mahogany 5 Drawers Low Bow Dresser Cabinet Dresser MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Large Scale Custom End Tables with Marble Tops by Designer Arthur Elrod
Located in St. Louis, MO
Arthur Elrod was one of the top designers in Palm Springs during the 1950s-1970s with A-list clients, before tragically being killed in an auto accident in 1974, he designed these la...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble

Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Rolled Edges Side End Tables Stands Dowel Legs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Rolled Edges Side End Tables Stands Dowel Legs MINT!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Teak

Pair of Italian Side Tables
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of large side tables possibly made in Italy. Each table comes with the original glass top to protect the incredible crackle top. These c...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Corner Table
Located in St. Louis, MO
Walnut corner table with dark brown finish, circa 1950s.
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Belgian Post-War Embossed Brass End Tables
Located in Queens, NY
Belgian Post-War Design (1970s) rectangular low end table with an embossed brass design top resting on an ebonized iron pedestal base with 5 legs.  
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass, Iron

Hand-Crafted Solid Thick Wood Faceted Side Table Grey by NONO Fundamenta 03
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Hand-crafted solid thick wood side table with faceted base in gray tint and black round table top. Product made to order; some variances may apply to the final piece. —— NONO is ...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Mid Century Modern Double Door Cabinet Cube Shape Walnut End Side Lamp Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Double Door Cabinet Cube Shape Walnut End Side Lamp Table MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Vintage Burl Wood and Mirrored Nightstands by Romweber
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage burl wood and mirrored nightstands by Romweber Furniture in the United States, circa 1970s. These nightstands have been built from the highest quality burl wood. Th...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Maple, Burl

Lane Furniture End Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern side table by Lane with walnut grain and two door storage. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Modernist Side Table, Walnut and Laminate, Designed by Jens Risom
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist side table, walnut and laminate designed by Jens Risom, simple, elegant design, retains original Jens Risom Design Inc. label.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Laminate, Walnut

Impeccable Rosewood Table by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impeccable rosewood table by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind for France & Søn. Beautiful rosewood top over solid rosewood frame. Original France & Søn tag under the top. Made in ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rosewood

Exceptional Draped Heavy Plaster Console
Located in North Miami, FL
A rarely found, this vintage cast plaster console appears to be draped in fabric - mimicking a neoclassical English design. Natural color/slightly beige in tone from circa 1960s.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Plaster

Pale Pink to White Marble Square Pedestal Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern square marble pedestal stand side lamp table.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble

Side Table, Night Stand in Solid Wood, Auxiliary Table Socle 9 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

Impeccable Rosewood Table by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen for France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impeccable rosewood table by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind for France & Søn. Beautiful rosewood top over solid rosewood frame. Original France & Søn tag under the top. Made in ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rosewood

Rectangular Occasional Table by Richard Meier
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rectangular Occasional Table in solid walnut designed by a well know architect Richard Meier for his home in the Hamptons New York 1990s.
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Modernist Nesting, Stacking Cork Top Tables by Bob Roukema for Jon Jansen
By Bob Roukema, Jon Jansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
A stylish set of nesting tables designed by Bob Roukema for Jon Jansen in New Zealand, circa 1950s. This stunning set of three nesting tables feature a walnut-stained mahogany frame with its original cork tiled...
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Mid-20th Century New Zealand Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany, Cork

Tony Paul Square Segmented Black Square Wire Frame End / Side Table
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century end / side table with a top comprised of nine ebonized wooden square pieces connected by a flexible wire frame, resting on four black hairpin wire legs. (TONY PA...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pair of Italian MId-Century Aluminum & Glass Side or Coffee Tables, Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of Italian MId-Century Modern Aluminum & Glass Side, End or Coffee Tables attributed to Fontana Arte from the 1935 to 1950 period. These tables go back to the early use o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Aluminum

Set of Two Peana Side Table, Night Stand in Red Tinted Wood, Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Set of Two Peana side table, night stand in Red Tinted Wood by Joel Escalona Peana, which in English translates to base or pedestal, is a series of tables an...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Oak, Hardwood

Tommi Parzinger Attributed Lighted End Tables, a Pair
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Pair of Tommi Parzinger attributed lighted end tables. Pulled from a Palm Beach estate with multiple pieces of Tommi Parzinger for Willow Reed furni...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood

Mid-Century Hans C. Andersen Designed Hexagon Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern teak tables with hexagon shape. Great for serving or as plant stands. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Teak

Maison Baguès Brushed Steel & Brass Side / End / Sofa Tables, France - Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of three-tier side tables, end tables or sofa tables for Maison Baguès, France. Superb Brush steel frames with brass inlay and smoked Glass Top. Reference: DR...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass, Steel

1970s Milo Baughman Circular Wood Brass Coffee Table Murano Art Glass Top
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This rare vintage Milo Baughman circular wood table is packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Has the signature brass laminated plinth base. Customized ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Art Glass, Wood

Lane Furniture Nightstand w/ Inlay
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single end table with cabinet space designed by Lane Furniture. Features delicate rosewood inlay tapered legs and sliding door. Please confirm locati...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass End Table, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
End table in leather and brass with a glass top and a drawer that swivels out.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair Square Marble Top 2 Door Nightstands End Tables Large Decorative Pulls Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair square marble top 2 door nightstands end tables large decorative pulls brass feet tips mint.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine, Brass

Midcentury Mexican Dinning Table in the Style of Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this Dinning Table in the style of Michael Van Beuren made in premium mahogany wood and palm cords, circa 1960. Great vintage conditions. Note: The table requires a glass...
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1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Seagrass, Mahogany

1970s Cabriolet Parchment Wood Travertine Tables, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, tables you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it be...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine, Brass

Single Pedestal Square Travertine Coffee Side End Occational Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern square travertine top end side occasional table stand. Measure: 28".
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Travertine

Ramseur Tiered End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern side tables made by Ramseur Furniture. Tiered tables with drawer storage. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Tessellated Marble Glass Side End Table by Magnussen
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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1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Brass

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

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Glass

Pair of Brass and Glass Oval Shaped End Tables
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice example of mid century style design. These end tables are brass and are oval shaped. The glass echos the shape of the base. They would be perfect in any mid century st...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Mediterranean Style Italian Custom Handcrafted PORTOFINO Table Line
Located in Encinitas, CA
The “Portofino” table line style is one of a splendid selection of Tuscan/Mediterranean, Rustic, Primitive, Farmhouse & Classic table styles. This Portofino side/end/occasional table...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Poplar

Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tile Decorated Square Pedestal Stand End Table Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Abalone tile decorated square pedestal stand end table mint!
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Shell

Wrought Iron & Smoked Glass Occasional Table, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant wrought iron coffee table in original patina with a grey glass.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Burned Oak and Elm Side Table by Thomas Throop Black Creek Designs In Stock
Located in New Canaan, CT
This Oriel 2 side table features a blackened solid white oak base which has been burned in the traditional Japanese shou sugi ban technique. This technique when used on oak reveals the deep richness of the open grain and creates a unique black quality which is heightened by the hand rubbed oil finish. The cantilevered top and waterfall joined leg in highly figured elm complete the structure. The unique elm plank has been cerused to further highlight the grain that flows from top to leg. The heightened contrast is created both in color and in form. The mass of the black leg frame serves as a perfect balance to the the cerused and cantilevered top. The overall effect is a highly sculptural table that is ultimately very functional. Each element is selected, shaped, joined and finished so as to create a unified design. The Oriel 2 side table is designed and made at the Black Creek Designs studio in New Canaan, CT by Thomas...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Ash, Oak

Pair of Geometry Formica Marquetry and Metal Side Tables, Italy, 1980s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Modernist Memphis pair of geometry black, gray and yellow formica marquetry, cast aluminum metal feet. To note : a difference in the feet due to a variation of edi...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal, Aluminum

Side Table, Night Stand in Solid Wood, Auxiliary Table Socle 25 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

Harmony House Mid Century Walnut and Brass 2 Drawer Nightstand
Located in Countryside, IL
Harmony House mid century walnut and brass 2 drawer nightstand This nightstand is 22 wide x 15 deep x 24.25 inches high All pieces of fur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

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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