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Mid-Century Modern 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
Color:  Orange
Very Rare and Original Writing Table PK53 by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This stunning example is in museum condition, all completely original, not perfect, but very nicely used, the Oregon Pie top has a wonderful patine, with no real digs or scratches. T...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Steel

20th Century Angelo Mangiarotti Bernini Table Mod. 302 Brass and Marble, 50s
Located in Turin, Turin
Angelo Mangiarotti was a very important italian architect and designer, born in 1921 in Milan. He studied architecture at the Politecnico of Milan and gratuated in 1948. He then went...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Marble, Brass

Organic Orange Fiberglass "BAOBAB" Style Desk Attributed To Philippe Starck
Located in Monrovia, CA
Organic Orange Fiberglass "BAOBAB" Style Desk Attributed To Philippe Starck. This Organic Freeform Fiberglass Design Is Often Attributed To The Famous Designer. This Beautiful Desk I...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Fiberglass

Willy Rizzo Orange Lacquer and Brass Bar Coffee Table Alveo, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This stunning Alveo coffee table is guaranteed to be the focus of attention when you entertain guests in your living room. Following the glamorous mid-century look of other classic Willy Rizzo designs, the pop orange Hermès lacquered...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Gueridon Coffee Table with 4 Roger Capron Ceramic Tiles
Located in Stratford, CT
This coffee table is made with 4 ceramic tiles made in the 1970's by Roger Capron, one of the most well-known ceramist of the Modern era. Each tile is unique, hand-glazed and varied...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Round Coffee Table By Lane Alta Vista
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, walnut coffee table by Lane Alta Vista features a custom cFsignature finish. The round, book-matched grain top with border trim is bleached contrasting with the e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Cane

Gueridon Coffee Table with 4 Ceramic Tiles by Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
This coffee table is made with 4 ceramic tiles made in the 1970's by Roger Capron, one of the most well-known ceramist of the Modern era. Each tile is unique, hand-glazed and varied...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

Gueridon Console / Coffee Table with 4 Roger CapronCeramic Tiles
Located in Stratford, CT
This coffee table / console is made with 4 ceramic tiles made in the 1970's by Roger Capron, one of the most well-known ceramist of the Modern era. Each tile is unique, hand-glazed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

Large Oval Racetrack Knife Edge Lacquered Parchment Goat Skin Dining Table MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Oval Racetrack Knife Edge Lacquered Parchment Goat Skin Double Pedestal Dining Conference Table MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Goatskin, Parchment Paper

Gueridon Coffee Table with"Planètes" from the Red Series by Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
This coffee table is made with colorful ceramic tiles made in the 1970's by Roger Capron, one of the most well-known ceramist of the Modern era. The smaller tiles are the "planètes"...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

Liba rattan chair, 1988 by Bořek Šípek for Driade and a glass coffee table
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
"Liba" armchair designed by Borek Sipek and manufactured by Driade in 1988, is a rattan seat and backrest covered in red and black natural cane with solid ebonised wood front legs. Liba rattan...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Rattan, Reed, Glass

Rattan Coffee Table
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Large unusual coffee table in natural rattan. Typical of the seventies, its design is very unique. High quality of craftsmanship, entirely hand made. Excellent condition.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Rattan

Vintage Round Turned Onyx Pedestal Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Vintage round turned onyx pedestal stand.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Marble, Onyx

Rattan Console Table
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Rare console table in natural rattan. Very simple and elegant deign typical of the seventies. High quality of craftsmanship, entirely hand made. Excellent condition.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Rattan

Italian Marble Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century Italian dining table with large marble top. Sculpted wood base with brass feet. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Marble

French Mid-Century Coffee Table Signed by Roger Capron
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Beautiful French Mid-Century Modern coffee table signed by Roger Capron (1922-2006). Tabletop in Pietra Dura technique with 100 of ceramic panels of different individually pressed in...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Faux Fuzzy Fur Orange and Chrome Mirrored Glass End Tables Set, 1970s
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This vintage 1970s end / side table set pulls out all the stops. The tables are gratuitously covered in thick furry fabric with undulating folds of fabric giving a look of decadence....
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Chrome

Midcentury Coffee Table by Georges Tardieu, Vallauris, France, 1960s
By Vallauris, Georges Tardieu
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury coffee table by Georges Tardieu, Vallauris, France, 1960s. Tiles with stone age decoration. Solid cast iron base. Strong colors.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Iron

Octagonal Sunburst Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful octagonal coffee or low gaming table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Table has leather-wrapped cruciform base with bleached walnut top ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Leather, Rosewood, Mahogany

Goatskin Parchment Two Leaves Double Pedestal Dining Table Extension Board
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern figural double pedestal goatskin parchment rectangle dining table with rounded corners. Karl Springer Aldo Tura de...
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Leather, Parchment Paper

Mid-Century Rectangular Rattan and Bamboo Coffee Side Table, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Mid-century rectangular coffee table in bamboo and rattan in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vivai del Sud Rattan and Bamboo Desk / Vanity Table Italy, C.1970
Located in London, GB
A Vivai del Sud pedestal table Rome, Italy, C.1970. Constructed in in rattan, bamboo and cane. Ideal as a small desk or vanity. The Knee hole width measures 39cm. In excellent c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Pierre Cardin Mid-Century Leather and Glass Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern caramel leather coffee / cocktail table base with scooped sides and four nested cylindrical stools in matching upholstery. (Priced a...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Upholstery, Leather, Glass

Bamboo and Glass Side, End Table
Located in New York, NY
High quality and well made bamboo end, or side, table having woven wicker trim, bamboo legs, and a glass top. In the style of Olko, Link, McGuire -Ficks Reed etc. unsigned. Please vi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Glass, Bamboo

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Fully Upholstered Side Tables, circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fully Upholstered side tables in the Milo Baughman's Style. Circa 1970s. Feature a fully upholstered wood ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Upholstery, Glass

Pair of Italian Vivai del Sud Bamboo Missoni Fabric Night Stands, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This pair of Vivai Del Sud Italian bamboo night stands from the mid-century modern French Riviera period are bursting with nostalgia. A honey colored bamboo structure, with a smoked ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Mirror

Leather Top Game Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite dining or game table with white leather top. Light wood frame and tapered legs with brass caps. Please confirm location.  
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Leather

Wicker Ghost Drapery Table or Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage occasional table handcrafted in classic woven wicker in a ghost drapery form in its original organic patina.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wicker

Italian Mid-Century Oyster Burl Veneer Square End / Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Italian mid-century square end / side table with an oyster burl veneer, resting on four triangular legs.      
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wool

Oryx Desk Table by Parigi and Prina for Molteni
By Vittorio Parigi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Plastic and Steel Orix Desk by V. Parigi & N. Prina for Molteni, 1970s Moulded ABS plastic with chrome base, and hinged glass writing surface. In impeccable original conditi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Chrome

Very Large Coffee Table in Laminate and Suede, Around 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
very large coffee table in laminate and suede. around 1970 small defects, the suede is worn and must be replaced.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Suede, Laminate

Coffee Table in Fiberglass with Light 1960's
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Here is a table from the late 1960's which would be count as a piece from the hippie era, possibly a unique one off piece. The design and use of fibreglass would have to be considere...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

American of Martinsville Side End Tables Nightstands Wicker Faux Bamboo
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Pair of American of Martinsville Side End Tables Night Stands Wicker Faux Bamboo With lower glass shelves which are included. Approximate Measurements in Inches 24" wide x 22" h...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Glass

Trolley Serving Bar Cart "Pipe" in Goatskin and Brass by Aldo Tura, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Aldo Tura design lacquered goatskin and brass bar cart trolley with 2 tiers, a pipe-shaped ice receptacle, and beautiful brass moun...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hi-Lo Convertible Reed Coffee Dinette Game Table w/ Nesting Benches Stools Chair
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern round reed coffee - dinette dining or game table w/ nesting benches stools chairs mint. The four stools have the following dimensions...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Brazilian Wood and Copper Desk with Drawers, Mid Century Brazilian Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Marajoara desk with drawer is a study upon Mid Century Modern utilitarian furniture, with Brazilian Native Arte Reference. The modern design style is one of the most influential movements in contemporary Brazilian design. Among the main names of modernist designers are Lina Bo Bardi, Vilanova Artigas, Oscar Niemeyer, and a few others; giving a legacy maintained by contemporary architects like Isay Weinfeld...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Copper

Small Free From Rattan Coffee Table. French Work Attributed to Audoux Minet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This small free form coffee table is made of rattan. This is a french work attributed to famous designers Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart / Trolley by Aldo Tura, circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern bar cart/trolley by Aldo Tura. Two lacquered goatskin tiered shelves with brass mounts on four caster feet. Circa 1960.
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1660s Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Unique Red Lacquer and Brass Maison Jansen Dining Table or Desk, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
A rare piece from Maison Jansen, this large dining table was a commission by a private client. With its impeccable design, perfect proportions, and high-end materials like mother of ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Rattan and Chrome Coffee Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Rattan and Chrome coffee table This coffee table measures: 38 wide x 38 deep x 15 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Chrome

Pair of Bamboo Glass Top Side Tables
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A pair of tables that would add style with function.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Pair Round Rouge Marble Top Tri Legged Brass Base Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair round rouge marble top tri legged brass base Mid-Century Modern end tables.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Handcrafted Rectangle Bamboo Serving Folding Table, Center Table X-Base
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted rectangular bamboo Tilt-Top serving table. Decorative and sturdy X-base. The table is easy to fold and uses a small storage place. Great for Serv...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

Richard McCarthy for Selrite Style Formica & Iron Mid Century Dining Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Richard McCarthy for Selrite Style Formica & iron mid century dining table Table measures: 48 wide x 48 deep x 28 high All pieces of fur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Iron

Bamboo Frame Glass Top Console Table w/ Figurative Brass Supports
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern bamboo console table with glass top.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Handcrafted Octagonal Bamboo Side Folding Table, Center Table, 1970
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted and handwoven octagonal bamboo foldable side table. Decorative and sturdy X base. The table is easy to...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Metal

Williams Hairpin Dining Square Table Walnut Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Walnut Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Pencil Reed Bamboo Console Table or Sofa Table with Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous rattan bamboo console table from the 1970's. It features a well built stunning form with mirror top.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror

Williams Hairpin Dining Rectangular Table Walnut Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Hudson Hairpin Side Table Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
This eye-catching piece combines an industrial structure with sophisticated modern accents. The intersecting metal legs almost seem to play tricks on the eyes and change shape as you...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Walnut Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Solid Hammered Brass Tri Legged Studio Artist Made Round Side End Table Pedestal
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid hammered brass tri legged studio artist made round side end table pedestal stand.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage MCM Faux Marble 'Solid Resin' Oval Dining Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Resin Faux Marble Oval Pedestal Dining Table Approximate Measureme...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Resin

Brass Clad Octagon Shape Mid-Century Modern Pedestal
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern brass-clad octagon shape custom made pedestal.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table Side Table C.1960
Located in London, GB
Mid century Italian bamboo and rattan coffee table side table C.1960. Presented in excellent vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Bamboo

Pencil Reed Coffee/Side table Midcentury Crespie Inspired
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderfully shaped table that has multiple uses in a room. The glass on this table measures 38". You don't need to use the glass if not needed. The diameter of the base is 27".
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Reed

Faux Bamboo and Tole Rolling Bar Cart
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Bar cart with dynamic appeal featuring two removable tole trays decorated with chinoiserie against a mustard background. The faux bamboo frame is turned walnut with brass finials set...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Metal

Mid-century Modern tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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 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 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 tables, popular names associated with this style include Edward Wormley, Paul McCobb, Dunbar, and Knoll. 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 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 $397,156 while the average work can sell for $2,994.

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