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Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking 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
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Three Italian Midcentury Nesting Tables by Ico Parisi, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
An exquisite set of three vintage nesting side or coffee tables, crafted by the renowned Italian furniture designer Ico Parisi in the 1950s. They are a testament to Parisi's visionar...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Glass, Wood

Nesting End Tables in Charcoal Ash handmade by Fernweh Woodworking, Set of Three
Located in Bend, OR
Made from charcoal-stained American ashwood. This listing includes a set of three tripod tables: 1 short 20", 1 medium 22.5", and 1 tall 25". Eye-catching joinery paired with usefulness! You'll find that the longer you have this accent end table, the more you use it. Not only is it great for displaying small accent pieces, the low angle of the legs makes it a perfect drink holder when you're sitting on your couch. It is also great as a laptop holder, and the sleek leg...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Ash, Walnut, Hardwood

French Vintage Set of Nesting Tables by Pierre Vandel
Located in Austin, TX
French vintage set of three nesting tables by Pierre Vandel in black Lucite with brass accents and black glass tops. The middle table measures 13 7/8" in height, 20 5/8" in length, ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Lucite, Glass

Mid-Century Rattan and Glass Top Nesting Tables, Set of Three
Located in Miami, FL
Set of three mid-century dark stained rattan pole and glass top nesting tables. Dimensions: Small - W 20.25" D 16.25" H 18.25" Medium - W ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Rattan, Glass

Jansen Brass Faux Bamboo Set of 3 Nesting Tables with Black Vitrolite Glass
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of Mid-Century Modern, Jansen nesting tables with Black glass top. Brass has been polished & sealed. Tables retain the Original glass, glass has minor scratche...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

Nesting Garden Patio Poolside Tables of Wrought Iron and Glass att. to Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic three piece set of graduated nesting tables having decorative wrought iron frames and glass insert tops. The tables are structurally sound and sturdy, free of damage, or repairs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wrought Iron

Max Sauze 'Isocele' Nesting Tables, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Set of two nesting tables designed by French artist Max Sauze and produced by Groupe S.A France, circa 1970. The structure is made of matte black steel rods and all tables retain the...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Steel

Unusual Wrought Iron Nesting Tables Mid Century American in the French Style
Located in New York, NY
Unusual set of three wrought iron and glass nesting tables, having curlicue scroll legs, wrought iron frames with glass tops. The three graduated tables nest into the larger table. We believe these are American made Mid 20th C. The tables are currently in later black paint finish, clean ready to use condition. Please view our extensive collection of garden, patio, sunroom, and poolside furniture...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wrought Iron

Set of Three French Stylish Brass Nesting Tables Inset with Black Glass Tops
Located in Montreal, QC
Set of 3 brass nesting tables by French Art Moderne inset with black glass top. Provenance: Bernd Goeckler Antiques, Inc., NY., February 9, 2007.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

French Maison Baguès Bamboo Brass Black Top Nesting Tables 1960s
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful set of nesting tables by French house Maison Baguès was created with solid bamboo shaped brass and beautiful black opaline glass tops circa 1960. The black tops are ti...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

2 Sets of Three Wrought Iron Nesting Tables by Tempestini for Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Matched sets of three graduated nesting tables of wrought iron, and metal mesh, designed by Maurizio Tempestini, for Salterini. The tables are all structurally sound and sturdy, some...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wrought Iron

Mid Century Black Metal Serving Tray on Folding Stand by Crest Line
Located in Miami, FL
Two elegant antique metal butler trays in black, on an original stand dating to around 1960. Two good-size folding trays on an X-frame stand, all in an original finish. A quality and...
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Early 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal

Set of 3 Chromed Nesting Tables with Smoked Glass Shelves, French Work, Circa 19
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of 3 nesting tables is made of chrome with smoked glass shelves. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Chrome

1950s French Gigogne Nesting Tables in the Style of Jansen, Set of 3
Located in palm beach, FL
French mid-century 3 gigognes tables in the Jansen style, legs in arcades, resting on a double base in X. The black metal is matt and patinated. The opaline glass tile is beige in a...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Unusual Ceramic and Black Iron Nesting Tables, French Work, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This unusual nesting tables are made of black lacquered iron with ceramic tiles on top showing flowers. This is a French Work in the style of famous French designer Jean Royère. Circ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Italian Midcentury Gianfranco Frattini Black Nesting Tables for Cassina, 1960s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Set of three stacking tables by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1970s. The wood was completely re-lacquered due to the worn surface and is now in perfect condition. Green original table tops in glass...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Glass, Wood

Mid modern century Poul Kjaerholm Nesting Table
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Nesting tables pk 71 by Poul kjaerholm for kold Christensen 1957 very early model with some rust on metal and top in black acrylic.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal

Midcentury Scrolling Iron Patio Nesting Side Tables with Glass Tops, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1950s outdoor/patio nesting side table pair with Iron scrolling base. larger table: 20ʺW × 14ʺD × 23ʺH Smaller table dimensions: 21" tall and ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Steel, Iron

Nest of Three Mid Century Wrought Iron Patio Garden Tables
Located in New York, NY
Architectural set of 3 midcentury wrought iron tables with faux marble tops. All 3 are in very good original condition, top surfaces sh...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wrought Iron

1970s Four Gray Lucite Nesting Tables Style Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Set of four (4) Nesting Tables Satin Black Metal Iron frame with Smokey Gray Lucite Plexiglass. Made in the USA circa the 1970s. No maker information present. Attributed to Cha...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal

Tripod Table Charcoal stained Ash Wood, Black End Table
Located in Bend, OR
This listing includes one Medium 22.5" Tripod Table. Eye-catching joinery paired with usefulness! You'll find that the longer you have this accent end table, the more you use it. Not...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Hardwood, Ash, Walnut

Tripod Table in Charcoal Stained Ash Wood - Accent Nesting Table for Living Room
Located in Bend, OR
This listing includes one Short 20" tripod table. Eye-catching joinery paired with usefulness! You'll find that the longer you have this accent end table, the more you use it. Not on...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Hardwood, Ash, Walnut

Three Mid-Century Black Wrought Iron Ceramic Tile Stacking Tables circa 1960
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian midcentury black iron and ceramic tile indoor outdoor tables. Measures: Big table (42 cm H x 37 D x 49 W) Medium table (39 H x 37 D x 43 W) Small table (36 H x 37 D x 37 ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Tripod Table in Black Ash (Tall: 25") Accent Nesting Table - Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This listing includes one Short 20" Tripod Table. Eye-catching joinery paired with usefulness! You'll find that the longer you have this accent end table, the more you use it. Not o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Hardwood, Ash, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Biomorphic Nesting Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trio of Mid-Century Modern, nesting tables feature biomorphic, black lacquered tops with contrasting, tapered natural legs. The middle table measures: 19 inches width x 19.5 inches d...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Birch

Set of Three Nesting Tables Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Set of three nesting tables attributed to Jean Royère dimensions: 1) 17 inches L, 12 inches W, 15 inches H 2) 19 inches L, 12 inches W, 17 inches H 3) 21 inches L, 12 inches W, 18 in...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Giuseppe De Vivo Nesting Tables, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Giuseppe De Vivo nesting tables in perforated metal, Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal

French Iron and Brass Nesting Tables with Mirrored Tops
Located in Houston, TX
French iron and brass nesting tables with mirrored tops. Versatile set of three French Mid-Century Modern or Art Moderne Jean Royère style iron nesting tables or side tables with br...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass, Iron

Set of Three Dunbar Nesting Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of nice side nesting tables by Dunbar.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Walnut

Triptych Nesting Tables 1960 Italian Design Lacquered Metal Chrome
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Triptych of nesting tables 1960 Italian design, in red lacquered metal and chrome metal uprights. Large coffee table height 70 cm, width cm.47, depth cm.43. medium table height cm.60...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Punch Design Inc. Teak Nesting Tables
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Set of three nesting tables by Punch Design Inc., rectangular sled legs rise slightly above the tabletop, forming a small lip, teak veneer wraps over ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Nesting Tables
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beautiful set of Edward Wormley for Dunbar nesting tables. Signed with big brass D. Largest table measurements are below. Sm...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

Two Rosewood Nesting Tables, Don Shoemaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of two nesting tables made by Don Shoemaker for Señal, Mexico, circa 1960s. Heavy cubist construction with minimalist form and exposed dove joins and point joints. The surface...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Cocobolo

Three-Piece Nesting Tables Attributed to Harvey Probber Rosewood
Located in New York, NY
Architectural nesting tables design attributed to Probber. Stunning rosewood tops with black ebonized trim frame. Larger rectangular table accepts two smaller square tables, smaller ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Pair French Mid-Century Modern Nesting / Coffee Tables by Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Elegant pair of French Mid-Century Modern nesting/ side tables or cocktail tables in perforated steel by Mathieu Matégot. The pieces are enameled black. The tables represent...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Metal

Set of Nesting Tables by Raphael Décorateur
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A documented set of elegant walnut nesting tables with glass tops by Raphael (1912-2000) Tables are in good original condition, marks, they have been polished and the finish is smooth, France, circa 1950s. Published: Ensembles Mobiliers Vol 17. Editions D`Art Charles Moreau Paris...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Mahogany

Carole Stuppell Hand Painted Folding Tea Tables with Stand
Located in Westport, CT
Carole Stuppell Rare and unusual hand painted,Serving Folding tables with stand all original Circa 1950's,with bronze finish trim top,with ori...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Bronze

Set of Three Danish Modern Teak Nesting Tables Attributed to Johannes Andersen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Three danish modern nesting tables attributed to Johannes Andersen. Richly grained dark teak, beautifully engineered and crafted for maximum style.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Teak

Nesting Petal Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nesting petal tables. Located in NY. Original condition.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wood

Set of 3 Wrought-Iron & Marble Nesting Tables - France, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Fun set of three stacking tables with wrought-iron curule bases and red marble tops. Dimensions provided below are for the largest table.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Vintage Ebonized Wood Cutout Nesting Tables Set of 3
Located in North Miami, FL
Deck of cards, clover leaf design might describe these set of 3 vintage cutout vintage wood nesting tables that have substantial weight and size. They are solid wood from the early 1...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wood

Elegant 1940's Mid-Century Mahogany Nesting Tables in Dark Expresso
Located in St. Louis, MO
Elegant 1940's set of nesting tables, refinished in dark brown expresso on mahogany. Larger table measures 21-15/15" W x 17.5/8" D x 23-3/8" H, lower table measures 17-5/8" W x 16" D...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Mahogany

Juliette Belarti, Nesting Tables, Set of Three, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Juliette Belarti, Belgium Nesting tables (set of 3), 1960s. Hand painted and glazed tile top on black iron base. Excellent condition with no damage to the tile tops. Some age-...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Mid-century Modern nesting tables and stacking tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern nesting tables and stacking 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 nesting tables and stacking tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, building and garden elements, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern nesting tables and stacking tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original nesting tables and stacking tables, popular names associated with this style include Fernweh Woodworking, Gianfranco Frattini, Edward Wormley, and G Plan 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 nesting tables and stacking tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $164 and tops out at $39,000 while the average work can sell for $1,670.

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