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Mid-Century Modern Side 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
Fredrik Kayser Model 563 Side Table in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway Designer: Fredrik Kayser Manufacturer: Vatne Lenestolefabrik Era: 1950s Materials: Teak Measurements: 22.5" wide x 15.5" deep x 15" tall
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Scandinavian Pair Of Square Side Tables By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Furniture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Great pair of Danish square end tables in cheery-wood designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Cherry

Mid Century Round Burl Drum Table
Located in New York, NY
Great looking large Burl veneer round table can be used as a coffee table, end table or an occasional table . It’s sometimes called a drum table in the design of Paul Mayen for Habit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Burl

Pair of Harvey Probber Enameled Copper Flower Motif Side Tables
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare 1960s psychedelic flower design side tables with baked enamel on copper inset panels. With era-appropriate vibrant enamel on original mahogany...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Copper, Enamel

Italian Swan Form Side Table
Located in Hudson, NY
The exquisite swan form side table, shown here, is Italian made from the 1940s. The graceful legs support a round inset glass table top. An additional glass shelf rests on a basket...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Wood

Edward Wormey for Dunbar Style Sheaf of Wheat Marble-Top Side Tables
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sheaf of white side table in the manner of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The table features a sculpted cerused oak base in sheaf of wheat form, with brass ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Marble, Brass

Italian Midcentury Side Table with Onyx Top, 1960
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This robust coffee table was made in Italy in the 1960s. The striking table frame made of black lacquered aluminium is a sturdy base for the heavy stone top. Two brass struts connect...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Onyx, Aluminum, Brass

Drexel Walnut and glass Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Drexel Round Walnut Side Table. Recessed glass top and painted green wood dowels give this little table just the right look! Very nice original conditio...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Pair of American Modern Burled-front Bedside Tables, American of Martinsville
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Modern Burled-front Bedside Tables, American of Martinsville
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Burl

John Keal, Side Tables, Walnut, Stone, Glass, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three walnut, stone composite and glass side tables designed by John Keal and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 15.625” H 18.125” W x 20.875” D 
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Stone

Pair of Mid Century Wicker Elephant Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of vintage Italian elephant drink or fern stands handcrafted in stick wicker with wood tusks and painted eyes.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wicker

Wicker Cane Bentwood Side Table Thonet Style
Located in New York, NY
A modern bentwood and wicker cane top stool or side drinks table, in the style of Thonet, circa mid-20th century, Europe, possibly Austria. Piece works ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wicker, Cane, Bentwood

Pair of Stools in Pine, by a Swedish Cabinetmaker, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of really decorative stools in pine. Made by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. They can easily be used as bedside tables or a decorative side table/pedestal. These modern...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Pine

French Extending Dining Table Enamelled Metal & Chrome, circa 195
Located in Labrit, Landes
Typical of the 1950's kitchens, this french enamelled metal ans chrome table can be extented in case of last minute guests. Dimension of the extended table: 70.08 in. (178 cm) Good ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Tables, Travertine and Ash
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare pair of matching Edward Wormley Sheaf of Wheat Tables. Composed of an ash body with brass ring, they are complete with travertine tops. A timeless design with exciting use of ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Travertine

Pair of Oak Inverness Nightstands by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inverness Nightstand features two drawers with carved pulls and one open section on solid wood plank legs. Wall mounted version available. Spe...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Oak

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Jacks Side Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Jacks Side Table This side table measures: 23.75 wide x 27 deep x 19 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Art Deco Style Dark Wood, Glass, and Curved Stainless Steel Rolling Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art deco style rolling side table with 4 small drawers, a glass top and a curved stainless bottom shelf. The smoked glass top has a chipped back cor...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Stainless Steel

Pair Mid Century Black and Cream Italian Bedside Cabinets with Black Glass Tops
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of circa 1950s bedside cabinets feature a black and cream painted finish. Each cabinet has a functional top drawer ove...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Smoked Glass, Wood

Pair of French Hammered Wrought Iron Side Tables in style of Diego Giacometti
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite and exotic pair of French Hand Hammered Wrought Iron Side Tables in the style of Alberto and Diego Giacometti. The pieces reflect both modern craftsman and ancient Etruscan...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wrought Iron

Florence Knoll Square Walnut Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Florence Knoll in the 1950s, this simple coffee table has four square legs of chromed steel. The square tabletop sits flush with the frame and is made of a walnut veneer....
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Lucite Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Lucite side or occasional table with curved tripod legs and thick round top. Top has moderate wear.    
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Lucite

Lane Altavista Midcentury Side Table with Single Drawer and Tapering Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Lane Altavista Midcentury side table with single drawer and tapering legs. This Lane Altavista Midcentury side table is a superb example o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Verner Panton 'Barboy' Side Table and Storage Cabinet in Blue for Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Barboy' side table and storage cabinet in blue for Verpan. Verner Panton was one of Denmark's most legendary modern furniture and interior designers. His innovative...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Chrome

San Rafael Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The San Rafael Side Table is crafted of solid hardwood. The legs are carved with a geometric profile and are connected by an inset stretcher. We offer this modern heirloom in two e...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Oak

Mid Century Rustic Wooden Slab Stool or Side Table
Located in London, London
Rustic wooden stool or side table Mid-century This is a rustic, live-edge stool or small side table, crafted with a distinctive natural wood slab top that maintains the organic sha...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Small Spanish Gilt Drinks Table with a Twisted Stem
Located in Buchanan, NY
This striking Spanish drinks table was recently crafted by accomplished European artisans using traditional iron-working methods. Based on one of our favorite 1950s designs, the tabl...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal, Iron

1950s Side Table by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
1950s Side table by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, Värnamo, Sweden. Designed in 1942 the table have the signature curvy legs that also features in many of Bruno Mathsson des...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Birch

Pair of Dark Stained Solid Birch Nightstands/Side Tables- 1950s
Located in Pasadena, CA
These nightstands/side tables boast clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic that seamlessly blends form and function. Crafted from solid birch, each piece is thoughtfully designed wit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Birch

Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Walnut Side Table by Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, square walnut side table by Jens Risom features a floating top with sculptural base. At 21 inches height this table can wo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Round Walnut Burl Side Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Showcasing beautiful walnut burl veneer. The table's circular top and clean-lined silhouette create a modern canvas that allows the wood's stunning natural patterns to take center st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Side table by Pierre Guariche for Trefac / Meuro
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This beautiful kidney shaped side table was designed by Pierre Guariche for Trefac / Meurop Belgium in the fifties. The wooden top is fixed on a black metal tripod base. It has the ...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal

EARL Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedside Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Open up its two floating slow closing drawers to stow away all your bedside essentials. This nightstand is solid wood constructed, with turned legs, and hand...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Oak, Walnut, Ash

Pierre Chapo Oak Coffee Table T22C L'oeil, Craftsmanship, France, 1972
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo; Coffee Table; Side Table; Cocktail Table; Living Room; Model T22C; France; 1972; French Craftsmanship; L’oeil; Oak; Wood; French Design; Charlotte Perriand; Frank Lloyd...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Oak

Low Table by ISA Bergamo ca. 1955
Located in Berlin, DE
Side Table / Coffee Table by ISA Bergamo with square top. Veneered and framed in light wood structure, black-lacquered metal legs. Italian furniture manufacturer I.S.A. (Industria S...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Bassett Industries Mid-Century Walnut and Glass Inset Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A Bassett Furniture Industries Mid-Century modern Walnut and Glass Inset Side Table Measures 26" in width, 26" in depth and 22.75" in height. Lower level clearance is 9".
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut, Glass

Pilastro Attributed Enameled Metal Perforated Telephone Table w/ Magazine Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960's Pilastro attributed yellow perforated telephone table with white enameled metal wire frame and integrated magazine rack. In original condition with visible wear, including ena...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal

'Petal' Drinks / Side Table by Richard Schultz for Knoll Associates, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This signed early production 'Petal' drinks table by Richard Schultz for Knoll Associates, designed in 1960, is a favorite amongst Mid-Century Modern collectors and enthusiasts. This...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal

Set of Three Vintage Iron and Canvas Side Tables / Stools
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three vintage iron and canvas side tables / stools, circa 1970s. The table bases are forged iron and the tops are marine grade canvas that is tightly wrapped and then tied on ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

Vintage Hans C. Andersen for Artex Occasional Side Table, Teak, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare occasional side table by Hans C. Andersen for Artex. Denmark, 1960's Teak. 2x available. Newly refinished, in excellent condition.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ash Glass Sheep Side Table Sofa Table 1970s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage side table or coffee table from oiled ash and tempered glass plate, which was designed and made 1970s Austria. The base shows an amazing base formed like ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Ash

1970s Aluminum Bench and Side Tables Style of Paul Evans
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Aluminum Bench and Side Tables Style of Paul Evans Set of three Raised diamond pattern. Unmarked. Similar to Paul Evans Argente cube side ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Triangular Italian Coffee Table, By Fratelli Reguitti, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Mid-Century coffee table in beech wood. This fantastic object was produced in Italy in the 1960s by the Reguitti Brothers (perhaps for Gio Ponti). This incredibly elegant ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Beech, Walnut

Gio Ponti & Pietro Chiesa Side Table Set 2 by Fontana Arte
Located in Milano, MI
Rare pair of side tables by Gio Ponti & Pietro Chiesa produced by Fontana Arte. Petite pair of tables with compass legs and angled mirror tops. Wood h...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Mirror, Wood

Small Gilt Iron Drinks Table on a Curved Tripod Base
Located in Buchanan, NY
This recently made drinks table, measuring just 21½ inches high and 11 inches in diameter, is the perfect little table for a cocktail or a cup of tea. We recently designed a series o...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

Midcentury French Polished Steel Side Table with Round White Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage French polished steel side table from the mid-20th century, with circular white marble top and brass accents. Created in France du...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Marble, Brass, Steel

A Pair of Mid-Century Rattan Top Bamboo Night Stand Side Tables
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A well-presented pair of mid-century night stand side tables, crafted by the Maugrion of France, the pieces showcase a warm, mellow aged tone adding warmth and texture. Made by Maugr...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan, Plywood

Pair of Small Spanish Gilt Iron Drinks Table with Curved Legs and Tripod Bases
Located in Buchanan, NY
This pair of charming Spanish iron drinks tables has been recently crafted to our specifications by European artisans using traditional iron-working techniques. The tables have a han...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

Spanish Bamboo Rattan Stool / Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Rattan Stool This eye-catching bamboo and rattan rectangular stool or small bench was handcrafted in Spain near 1960s. Very well constructed it is all ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Spa Ace'' Flair'' Side Tables Design Marc Held, 1972
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Space Ace side tables. Manufactured by Flair for Prisunic Holland. Design by Marc Held 1972. set of Two. Normal Wear and Tear. Off White color. Signed Flair.  
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Plastic

French Metal Midcentury Martini Table With Paw Feet
Located in London, GB
Elegant and practical - this decorative martini table was made in France in the 1960s. Lovely detail of simple paw feet and the little tray lifts off. The perfect place to rest y...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal

Unusual intersecting Lucite side table
Located in New York, NY
Unusual intersecting Lucite and glass side table.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Lucite

Oak and Travertine Huxley Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Huxley side table features a waterfall oak or walnut top, a stepped stone base and brass details. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and h...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Travertine, Brass

Gio Ponti walnut side table from the Casa e Giardino series, Italy, 1940s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare walnut side table, Italian production, design by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1940s A small yet significant piece of design history, this walnut side table embodies the ess...
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1940s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Danish Modern Set of Rosewood Nesting Tables
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage set of three midcentury Brazilian rosewood stacking tables, in mint condition. The nest of 3 Scandinavian Modern tables features amazing grain patterns and clean lines. The...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Rosewood

Hanging wood side tables by Lars Johan Claesson
Located in Malibu, CA
Hanging wood side tables by Lars Johan Claesson. Sweden, early-mid 20th century
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Patchwork Burl Wood Pedestal Table Nightstand by Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Patchwork Burl Wood Pedestal Table Nightstand by Milo Baughman very nice condition, original vintage finish with minor vintage wear. one tiny blemish on top not sure if minor dam...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Round Lacquered Leather parchment Top Occasional Lamp Accent Table Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Round Lacquered leather parchment top occasional lamp accent table stand. Stunning studio custom quality piece.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Leather, Hardwood, Parchment Paper

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

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern side 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 side tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, more furniture and collectibles, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern side tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original side tables, popular names associated with this style include Edward Wormley, Lawson-Fenning, Dunbar, and Paul McCobb. 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 side tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $76 and tops out at $250,000 while the average work can sell for $2,247.

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