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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 legendary 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.

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
Period: 1970s
French Ebony Steel End Tables Nightstands, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This pair of lined and elegant end tables or bedside tables is made from ebony veneer wood, with beautiful steel feet, in the early 1970s. Vintage and sophisticated, typically 1970s ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Steel

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Side End Tables - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Side End Tables - Pair Each table measures: 21.25 wide x 22.25 deep x 24 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Lane Mid Century Walnut Sleigh Leg Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane mid century walnut sleigh leg side end table End table measures: 30.5 wide x 22 deep x 20.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Maison Charles Mid-Century Modern Brass Horsed French Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This French coffee table was produced in the 1970s by Maison Charles. The table has a brass structure, glass top with grinding. The four horses in polished brass rest on an ivory lac...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Brass Chrome Side Tables by Guy Lefèvre for Maison Jansen, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
Simple lines point to these end tables midcentury roots. Designed by Guy Lefèvre for Maison Jansen, they feature silky chrome legs, with brass addition, and transparent glass tops. T...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Heywood Wakefield Mid Century 2 Tier Corner Table with Drawer
Located in Countryside, IL
Heywood Wakefield mid century 2 tier corner table with drawers Table measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 24.5 inches high ?All pieces of furnitur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

George Nelson Style Kroehler Signature Line Mid Century Walnut Nightstand
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson style Kroehler signature line Mid Century walnut rosewood and metal nightstand Nightstand measures: 20 wide x 16 deep x 24.75 high Th...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass Bar Cart, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Midcentury brass bar cart, circa 1970s. It is versatile in size and can be used as a bar or serving cart or as an additional storage space in an office. It has four bottle holders at...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Rosewood Nightstand Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Design
Located in New York, NY
A drawer cabinet with three drawers and chrome handles designed by Jorge Zalszupin and manufactured by his company, L'Atelier. The piece is entirely covered with rectangular pieces o...
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rosewood

Paul Mayen Style Mid Century Brass and Glass Side End Table, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Mayen Style Mid Century brass and glass side end table - Pair These tables are 30 wide x 30 deep x 16.5 inches tall, with a base size of 17.5 wide x 17.5 inches deep All p...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Karl Springer Rare Pair of Large Waterfall Side Tables in Black Lizard Leather
Located in New York, NY
Karl Springer rare pair of large waterfall side or end tables covered in black lizard embossed leather with brass drawers and original thick glass shelves below. These exquisite pair of side tables are the larger scaled model...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern End Table in the Manner of Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern end table in the manner of Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall. Original 1970s American midcentury design A-frame legs. Masterfully restored in a satin black finish ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Adrian Pearsall Jacks Walnut Side Tables for Craft Associates, a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut side tables with glass tops designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Vintage Modern Garden End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sturdy pair of Mid-Century Modern stacking end tables. These wrought iron side tables work perfectly on a patio, pool deck, or balcony. Please confirm it...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Pace Collection Waterfall Scalloped Brass and Glass Coffee Table by Leon Rosen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This scalloped brass is very hard to find. Combined with the magnificent overall original condition of this piece, we're certain you won't find another specimen like this anywhere. ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Brass Black Opaline End Table by Maison Jansen, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This table’s beautiful, polished brass base and feet reflect the Chinese-inspired design that dominated many creations by Maison Jansen. Mid-Century Modern elements like sleek, clean...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Burl Wood and Acid Etched Brass Bedside Chests
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency nightstands By Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Furniture USA, 1970s Burled Carpathian elm wood, with acid etched brass...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Contemporary Modern Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of midcentury style nightstands feature a two-tone design with a black base and sides. A stylish pair with splayed legs, metal drawer pulls, and a unique wood grai...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

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

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Wood, Formica

Milo Baughman for Murray Mid Century Maple Brass and Leather Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Murray mid century maple brass and leather side end table This table measures: 20.5 wide x 26 deep x 20 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

VIntage Modern Metal and Glass Nesting Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These charming tables will fit perfectly in and small nook or bedroom. They can function in a living room or family room as well. With a simple yet stylish design, these tables will ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Cedric Hartman Mid Century Brass and Marble Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Cedric Hartman Mid Century brass and marble side end table This table measures: 17 wide x 17 deep x 23.75 inches high This price includes gettin...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Side End Table 22 wide x 28 deep x 22.25 high See below for 5 ways to save! FREE RESTORATION: When you purchase a piece ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Vintage Modern Danish End Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This fabulous Mid-Century Modern end table features a lower cane tier for added storage. The sleek design was made in Denmark and has elegant teak wood grain throughout. This lovely ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Teak

Pair of Design Chrome Side Tables, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of design side tables are made of chrome with a glass piece on top. They have Greek key decors on front. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Mid Century Danish Rosewood Nightstand
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century Danish rosewood nightstand Nightstand measures: 18.5 wide x 15 deep x 22.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rosewood

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

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Brass

Pair of Hexagon Two Tier Side Tables in Brass and Smoked Glass, c. 1970s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern two tier side tables with hexagonal forms. These chic end tables are comprised of dark brass metal frames with smoked glass tops and bronze mirrored insets...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Vintage Paul McCobb End Table for Calvin
Located in Pasadena, TX
Paul McCobb His Planner Group, manufactured by Winchendon Furniture Company, was among the best selling contemporary furniture lines of the 1950s and was in continuous production fr...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Walnut

Pace Collection Lucite Chrome Screw Leg and Glass Coffee Table by Leon Rosen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Leon Rosen Lucite and glass coffee table for Pace Collection. Tubular Lucite pillars hold 3/4" blue tinted glass. The removable acrylic legs screw in...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Acrylic, Lucite

Lane Mid Century Walnut and Cane Plinth Base Nightstand
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane mid century walnut and cane plinth base nightstand Nightstand measures: 26 wide x 17 deep x 23 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintag...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Rock and Glass Square Side Table 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.    
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Plaster

Unique Mid-Century Modern Round End Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderful vintage modern side table features a round top with unique inlays on a two-tone wood grain. The elegant tulip shape and sturdy round base add to the mid-century appeal...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Robert Josten Aluminum End Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare aluminum side table by Robert Josten. Table measures 24" wide, 14" deep and 24.75" high.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Aluminum

Ello Mid Century Pink Glass and Brass 2 Sided Pedestal Side Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Ello mid century pink glass and brass 2 sided pedestal side table Table measures: 18 wide x 18 deep x 28 inches high Minor chips to glass top All pieces of furniture can be had...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Midcentury Chrome and Smoked Glass End Side Tables, Italy, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Pair of midcentury chrome and smoked glass end side tables, Italy, circa 1970 In very good vintage condition, commensurate of age and use.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Sculptural Palm Regency Oval Rattan and Glass Side End Table
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern natural rattan bamboo side table with removable clear glass top. This sculptural oval shaped table could also be used as an interesting cocktail table.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan, Glass

Pair of Chrome and Mirrored Side Tables in the style of Milo Baughman, c. 1970's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern small side tables with industrial style frames. The tables have minimalist rectangular frames featuring doub...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

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

Alpha Table by Hans Eichenberger, Chrome and Glass
Located in Raleigh, NC
Frosted glass and chrome side table with unique three-legged base. A wonderful mid-century example from Hans Eichenberger.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century side end table This end table is 18 wide x 18 deep x 27 high All pieces of furniture can be had i...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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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

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Chrome

Sculptural Rattan Wrapped Glass Side Table, Palm Regency
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Vintage Mid-Century Modern rattan wrapped side or end table with clear glass top. Sculptural wood frame features an H-shaped base wrapped in natural toned rattan. Can be used as a be...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Rattan, Reed, Glass

Dunbar Midcentury Rectangular Tri Level End Table
Located in New York, NY
A single end table with rectangular shape and an adjustable middle shelf by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, 1975. Features a tooled leather top. Sign...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood, Mahogany

Pair of Mid-Century Modern D-Scan Captain Line Teak Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of Danish teak nightstands have a sleek design and plenty of storage space. The drawers feature unique recessed brass pulls. These nightstands boast rounded off d...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Charles Hollis Jones "Bugle" Base Side Table in Brass and Lucite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage side table in Lucite and polished brass designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones and part of his "Bugle" base line. The table is in good vintage condition, the top and base have been professionally polished and are in excellent condition. Measurements: 20" high x 19.5" diameter. If you are coming to our show room...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Artedi Marble Base End Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This lovely vintage modern side table features an unusually shaped marble base with a brass support resting in the center. A lightly tinted green rectangular glass top with beveled e...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Brass

Mid Century Walnut and Brass X-Base Table with Glass Top
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century walnut and brass X-base table with glass top Table measures: 22 wide x 22 deep x 15.25 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condi...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Rosewood Nightstand Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Design
Located in New York, NY
The tables can also be used as nightstand piece.  
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rosewood

Mid Century Black Lucite and Glass Round Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century black Lucite and glass round side end table End table measures: 24 wide x 24 deep x 20.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Glass, Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Three-Drawer Side End Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Slender, simple and elegant 3-drawer rosewood table. Two drawers on the left and a larger full size one on the right. Very sturdy and tight, great for a narrow space. In excellent vi...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rosewood

Pair of Marble Plates Side Tables with a Brass Line, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of side tables is made of marble plates with a brass line. This is a nice and fine French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Marble, Brass

End Table in the Style of Milo Baughman
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage square end table in the style of Milo Baughman, rosewood top with chrome slim legs. Fully restored.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Chrome

Modernist Black Metal and Glass Side or Coffee Table with Magazine Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modernist side or coffee table with glass top, black enameled sheet metal magazine rack and matching enameled wire frame. In original condition with moderate wear consistent with age...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Metal

Midcentury Brass, Chrome and Smoked Glass Italian Coffee Table, Romeo Rega 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury brass, chrome and smoked glass coffee table. This iconic coffee table was designed in Italy and attributed to Romeo Rega, one of the few produced during 1970s. Like mos...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Hans Bellmann for Knoll Mid Century Popsicle Side End Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Bellmann for Knoll Mid Century popsicle side end table Measures: 24 wide x 24 deep x 20.75 high This price includes getting this piece in what we call restored vintage conditio...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Laminate

1970s Steel Cube-Form End or Low Table by Joe d'Urso for Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A stainless steel cube-form table designed by Joe d'Urso. Table rests on recessed casters with a safety glass top. Produced by Knoll in the USA, circa 1970s.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Stainless Steel

1970s Mirror Side Table
Located in Cathedral City, CA
French 1970s side table cover with mirror.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mirror, Wood

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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