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Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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
1950s Italian Nightstands - Restored & Modernized by RETRO4M
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your bedroom decor with this exquisite pair of Italian design nightstands from the 1950s. Meticulously restored and enhanced by the skilled artisans at RETRO4M, these nightst...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Iron

Restored Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Nightstands by American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of mid-century modern design with our exquisitely restored pair of nightstands by American of Martinsville. These nightstands are crafted from high-quality mahogany and have been meticulously revived to highlight their elegant ebonized color, complemented by a sleek lacquer finish for a contemporary appeal. Each nightstand features two spacious drawers, providing ample storage space while retaining a vintage charm. The drawers are accented with original chrome pull handle knobs...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Chrome

Sven Engström Gunnar Myrstrand bedside tables, "Casino", a pair Oak Sweden 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful pair of bedside tables in oak natural colour model "Casino" by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Produced by Tingström Möbelfabriks in Sweden around 1960. St...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak

Pair of Low Mid Century Style Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted in dark Bistre finish, features a sophisticated tapered silhouette with three reeded drawers. The custom forged hardware, finished in a dark rubbed bronze, echoes the reeded ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of Paul Frankl Four-Drawer Chests for Brown Saltman
Located in Hanover, MA
HOLIDAY SALE 27 November through 15 December 2023 Pair of 1950s four-drawer chests with distinctive polished brass "X" drawer pulls. Produced by Brown Saltman. Can be used when ov...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

American Designer, Nightstands, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and brass nightstands designed and produced in the US, 1950s. “HEATHER WALNUT 5060” stamp on back
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Paul McCobb Style West Michigan Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb Style West Michigan Mid Century Walnut and Brass Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 22 wide x 18 deep x 24.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had i...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut nightstands or end tables By Henredon USA, 1960s Measures: 21"W x 17.5"D x 25.25"H. Professionally refinished. Excellent condition.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Cavalier Furniture Bedside Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern end tables with cabinet space. Walnut frames with metal door pulls. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid Century Cane Walnut Brass Nightstand End Table
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful mid-century nightstand/end table with cane front drawer panel. Exceptional construction and style. This is a very simple yet modern design. Features beautiful walnut medi...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Sculpted and Minimalist Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands c. 1960s
Located in Denville, NJ
Step into the allure of the 1960s with our Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands, exuding timeless charm. Crafted to meticulous standards, these nightstands offer a spacious...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Rincon Nightstand by Levi Christiansen x Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Rincon Nightstand utilizes precise joinery and thoughtful spacing to suspend two generously sized drawers between hardwood exterior legs. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is design...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak

Vintage MCM Nightstands by American Of Martinsville
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Chrome

Italian Midcentury Rattan Bamboo Bedside Tables Night Stands, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design rattan bamboo bedside table night stands with wood shelf, Italy 1950s Please note that the item is origin...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Bedside Tables in Rosewood & Brass, Set of 2
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Pair of 1950s rosewood bedside tables with brass handles, finials and details. Black glass top. Slight wear due to age and use. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is incl...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Tabago Furniture Mid-Century Cabinets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Canadian made mid-century modern end tables by Tabago Furniture. Features a brutalist style front with sculpted arches. Two door cabinet space, walnut gr...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Pair of Paul McCobb 1503 Planner Group Maple & Black Two Drawer Chests
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group by Winchendon maple nightstands, cabinets, chests, end tables, 1950's. Featuring Model 1503 ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Maple

20th Century Paolo Buffa Pair of Nightstands in Wood for Serafino Arrighi, 50s
Located in Turin, Turin
Paolo Buffa (Milan 1903-1970), architect and designer, worked in the field of furniture design. Trained in the studio of Ponti and Lancia, from where he borrowed elements of neoclass...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Mid Century Curved Front Two Drawer Nightstand by Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century nightstand by Drexel features hardwood construction, original bleached walnut veneer, two dovetailed drawers with cur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Pair Low Profile Square Marble Top Side End Tables Stand MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Pair Low Profile Square Marble Top Side End Tables Stands MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Marble

Set of Spacious Danish Mid-Century Modern Nightstands from the 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The perfect blend of style and functionality with these two spacious Danish Mid-Century Modern nightstands. Crafted in oak, these nightstands feature a sleek design with clean lines....
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak

20th Century Afra & Tobia Scarpa Pair of Artona Nightstands for Maxalto, 1970s
Located in Turin, Turin
Since their first meeting at IUAV in Venice to their move to the Venetian countryside, Tobia Scarpa and Afra Bianchin shared first a degree, then a marriage and a career that marked ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Metal

Midcentury Nightstands Chests in Rosewood by John Stuart
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Mid-Century King Nightstands...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood, Rosewood

Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Black Lacquered Nightstands, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie nightstands or side tables By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, 1950s Black la...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Nickel

Pair of Cyclamen Colour Lacquered Resin Night Stands by Benatti Italy, 1966
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Cyclamen color Lacquered Resin night stands by Benatti, Italy 1966. Playful curved night stands, created by Italian manufacturer Benatti in 1966 finished in high gloss cyclam...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Resin

Table de chevet murale vintage Jacques Hauville 1960
Located in NANTES, FR
Table de chevet à suspendre au mur dessinée par Jacques Hauville dans les années 60 pour Bema Pièce rare chevet en chêne, en bon état seul à noter une coloration sur le dessus (cf ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak

1960’s Mid Century Modern Raymond Loewy for Hill Rom Nightstands or End Tables
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Raymond Loewy for Hill Rom nightstands, end tables, or cabinets on casters, a pair. Comprised of alumin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Teak Bedside Tables by MaCarlström & Co. Möbelfabrik, Finland
Located in London, England
Height: 52cm Width: 43cm Depth: 32.5cm Manufacturer: MaCarlström & Co Möbelfabrik, Finland Date: 1950s Materials: Teak
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Nightstand
Located in Countryside, IL
Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Nightstand This nightstand measures: 28 wide x 16 deep x 22.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Light Mid Century Bedside Table - 23"
Located in Westwood, NJ
In the mangrove finish with Komodo embossed leather sides. The rectangular bedside table has a soft-closing single drawer with a brushed nick...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Leather, Wood

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Black Lacquer and Brass End Tables or Nightstands
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables, side tables, or nightstands By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Night Stands with Bookshelves for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Nightstands Executed In Walnut In The Manner Of Luciano Frigerio, Italy 1970s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nightstands executed in walnut in the manner of Luciano Frigerio.These two nightstands look a bit like the towers of a medieval castle. The nod to buildings from that period was more...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

A Pair Of Sculptural Night Stands By Lane Altavista
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual, sculptural night stands, by Lane Altavista. Each has a single (deep) drawer.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Danish Teak Nightstand / End Table with Finished Backside by Hans Wegner
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Teak Nightstand / End Table with Finished Backside by Hans Wegner Additional information: Material: Teak Dimension: W 19? x D 14.5? x H 18.75.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Teak

Dark Mid Century Bedside Table - 23"
Located in Westwood, NJ
In the rowan finish with Komodo embossed leather sides. The rectangular bedside table has a soft-closing single drawer with a brushed brass h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Leather, Wood

Renzo Rutili, Nightstands, Mahogany, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of mahogany, maple and brass nightstands or bedside tables produced by Johnson Furniture Company, USA, c. 1950s. Design attributed to Renzo Rutili.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Pair of MCM Walnut "Rhythm" Series Night Stands by Lane Furniture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of American MCM walnut night stands from the "Rhythm" series by Lane Furniture, circa 1960s. This beautiful set features a sturdy walnut wood case with a clean and minimalistic design and a big drawer with sculpted wood handles perfect for bedside storage. Both night stands are in very good original vintage condition and measure 22"W x 17"D x 22"H. The walnut grain detail throughout the pair creates a modern statement; these tables will be the perfect complement to any MCM bedroom...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

1960's Pair of Vintage Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they were designed by Edward Wormley. Edward Wormley was one of the leading pioneers of mid-cen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair parchment covered nightstands having three drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair parchment covered nightstands having three drawers, bronze legs and bronze drawer pulls C 1950.
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21st Century and Contemporary South American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Bronze

Mid Century Modern Bernhardt Nightstand
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add vintage charm to your bedroom with our Mid Century Modern Bernhardt Nightstand, offering practical storage and timeless aesthetics. Incorpora...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Thomasville Bedside Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern nightstands by Thomasville. Two door storage with sculpted fronts and walnut grain. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Wrought Iron Paul McCobb Night Stand Planner Group US 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Highly desirable Paul McCobb #1572 nightstand or occasional table from his Planner Group collection for Winchendon, c. 1950s. It features an exposed black wrought iron frame, single ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wrought Iron

Midcentury Nightstands Side Tables in Rosewood by John Stuart
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Midcentury Nig...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Pair of Italian nightstands, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian nightstands, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 60 cm; W= 57 cm; D= 34 cm.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Two Door Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern end tables with two door cabinet storage. Warm walnut grain and brass hardware. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstand: Ebonized Finish with Carved Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the classic 1960s with our meticulously restored mid-century modern nightstand, a fine exemplar of the period's design aesthetic. Hand-crafted from rich walnut wood, this n...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Lacquer, Wood, Walnut

Lane Furniture Brutalist Oak Bedside Tables, Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Lane Furniture Mid Century modern style Brutalist Oak Bedside Tables in great vintage condition. Measures 26" in width, 16" in de...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Oak, Wood

Rare pair of mid century Danish floating night stands by Melvin Mikkelsen, 1950s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What a stunning pieces of furniture. Pair of mid century danish floating nightstands by Melvin Mikkelsen 1950s. Each with one drawer. The wood is and the craftmanship is just plain b...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Edmond Spence Mid Century Maple Nightstands – Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Edmond Spence Mid Century Maple Nightstands – Pair This nightstand measures: 22.5 wide x 17 deep x 26 inches high All pieces of furnitu...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Maple

Modernist Night Stand in Oak and black steel
Located in PARIS, FR
The Mayet bedside table consists of a drawer veneered in oak, levitating on a mat black steel base, hand polished and welded. A shelf also hand veneered in oak nests below the drawer...
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2010s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Style Burl Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-century style burl dressers with four drawers each with polished brass turned knobs with a hand rubbed warm brown finish with subtle distressing and raised on square tapered legs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Pair of rosewood nightstands SC-50 by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani 1960s
Located in Koper, SI
This pair of nightstands were designed by Italian architect, interior designer and professor Claudio Salocchi for Sormani in 1962. They are catalogued as model SC-50, also known as "...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood, Rosewood

Pair of Italian Design Nightstands Ebonite Wood Marbled Glass
Located in Buggiano, IT
Pair of original Italian design nightstands from 1950 with backsplash, marbled glass and ebonized wood. Given the weight and size, it will be delivered in a specific wooden case for ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Glass, Birch, Maple

Pair of American Mid-Century Black Matte and Lacquer Bedside Tables
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century Black matte and shiny lacquer cube shaped bedside commodes / tables with 2 front doors and resting a slightly flaired taped square legs (att: JAMES MONT)...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Giltwood

Mid 20th Century Vintage John Widdicomb Nightstands - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM nightstands. Chic warm wood with brass hardware. Made by the iconic John a Widdicomb group and tagged inside the ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Stylish Pair John Widdicomb Walnut Night Stands Mid Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish pair of John Widdicomb walnut nightstands, circa 50s. These are an original set with them being book matched one with drawer on right and the other with drawer on the left. W...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Pair of Nightstands by Carlo De Carli for Sormani, Italy, 1960s
Located in Skokie, IL
Carlo De Carli pair of nightstands for Sormani, Italy, 1960s Additional Information: Dimensions: 20" H x 15 3/4" W x 14 1/2" D Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Mid-century Modern night stands for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern night stands 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 night stands created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, tables, 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 night stands 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 night stands, popular names associated with this style include Lawson-Fenning, American of Martinsville, 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.

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