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Mid-Century Modern End Tables

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Swedish Crotch Mahogany Mid-Century Modern End Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Mid-Century Modern end or side table made of beautiful crotch mahogany. Known in Sweden as "sofa tables", these tend to be taller than average coffee tables, but could be used ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

Pair of Midcentury Made, Dismantable Solid Oak End Tables of Excellent Condition
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, stylish and highly practical pair of midcentury tables. These beautifully designed and smartly handcrafted end tables or small pedestals could not be in better condition. We t...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Oak

Pair of Large Mastercraft Burl Elm & Brass End Tables or Night Stands w/ Drawers
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful pair of late 1960s Mastercraft Furniture Co. large 36" square two tier end tables or nightstands in exotic burl elm with brass trim accents and knobs. Both having a single ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Lounge Chairs With End Tables
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A tasteful fusion of modern, Eastern and boho-chic style. Luxurious bamboo seating group by John B. Wisner for Ficks Reed. Wisner’s “Far Horizons” collection was first introduced i...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan, Formica

American of Martinsville Accord Walnut Nightstand or End Table with X’s
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome nightstand or end table from American of Martinsville and Merton Gershun’s Accord line of furniture with their signature X’s and asymmetric handles. It is in wonderful resto...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Walnut and Tile Mosaic Side or End Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice vintage Mid-Century Modern mosaic tops walnut end tables.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Stone

Live Edge Elm, Walnut Side Table by Thomas Throop/ Black Creek Designs- In Stock
Located in New Canaan, CT
The Oriel V side table features a blackened solid walnut base which has been perforated with square "windows" of various sizes creating a sculptural play of light and shadow. The liv...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Ash, Elm

Vintage Lacquered Nightstands by American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of beautiful lacquered nightstands designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. These lovely nightstands are professionally restored ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 3-Tier Side Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architectural Edward Wormley design in mahogany with curved bentwood drawer pull, gallery trimmed top, reverse leg taper, and leather capped feet. An interesting modern update on an Arts & Crafts form. Works equally well as side or occasional table or nightstand. Dunbar metal...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

Set of Three Percival Lafer Brazilian Rosewood End or Side Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Percival Lafer Brazilian rosewood end or side tables Priced individually Total three available
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

French Brass Two-Tier End Table Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
Simple lines point to this two-tier end table French mid-century roots. Designed by Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen, it features silky brass legs and transparent glass tops. Its symmet...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

LOVELY PAIR OF BURR YEW WOOD SiDE END LAMP WINE TABLES WITH LARGE SINGLE DRAWERS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of vintage Burr Yew Wood side end lamp wine tables with large single drawers Please note t...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Yew

Pair of Small Black Iron Side Tables, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of small black iron side tables, in stock. This stunning wrought iron tripod side table is an eye-catching addition to any home decor. Its round top features a lip, and its hamm...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Adrian Pearsall “Jacks” End Tables, Walnut and Glass
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Sculptural “Jacks” end tables, designed by Adrian Pearsall, for Craft Associates. They are well proportioned and iconic mid century modern, allowing seamless usage among other styles...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Thomasville Sculptural 'Acrhed' Pair of Nightstands End Tables Walnut Olive Burl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is made in the US, circa 1960s, and is of heirloom quality. The finest hardwoods of wa...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Mid-Century Modern Pencil Reed Bamboo Side Tables or End Tables with Glass Tops
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous set of rattan bamboo side or drink tables from the 1980's. It features a well built stunning form with glass tops. Price includes the pair.
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Glass

A pair of French brass and mirror end tables in the manner of Jansen C 1950
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French brass and mirror end tables in the manner of Jansen C 1950
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Willy Rizzo Style Pair of Wood and Aluminum Coffee Tables, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Pair of bedside tables with wheels that can have multiple functions as trolleys, magazine tables or nightstands, made of painted plywood and aluminum in the Willy Rizzo style.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Aluminum

Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Single Drawer Nightstands Brass Knobs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Simple pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist original Tobacco blonde finish. Very delicate geometric desi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Walnut Bases Slate Like Tops End Side Tables Stands MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Walnut Bases Slate Like Tops End Side Tables Night Stands MINT!
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Crotch Mahogany Wood Inlayed Narrow Two Drawers Federal Style Stand MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Crotch Mahogany Wood Inlayed Narrow Two Drawers Federal Style Stand MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid Century Modern Solid Oil Walnut c1970s Brass Tops Side End Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Modern Solid Oil Walnut c1970s Brass Tops Side End Tables MINT.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Bubinga, Rosewood Side Table by Thomas Throop/ Black Creek Designs- In Stock
Located in New Canaan, CT
The Oriel VI side table features a cantilevered top and waterfall joined leg in highly figured bubinga which has been perforated with round "windows" of various sizes creating a scul...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bubinga, Rosewood

Baker Burl Wood Walnut Brass Drop Ring Pulls One Drawer Nightstands End Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Baker Burl Wood Walnut Brass Drop Ring Pulls One Drawer Nightstands End Tables MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

John Dickinson Rare and Important "Bone Cigarette Table" 1977
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important "Bone Cigarette Table" in lacquered hand-carved wood with exquisite detailing by John Dickinson, American 1977. The lacquer is in the original matte bone color. T...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage "Wedge" Table By Edward Wormley For Dunbar
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great occasional "wedge" table (ref. 4809) by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with original dark finish. As ordered by NYC client, with green label.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Stacked Lucite Square Marble Travertine Tops End Side Occasional Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Stacked Lucite Square Marble Travertine Tops End Side Occasional Tables Stands MINT
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Travertine

Pair of Paul Frankl Cork Side Tables for Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This pair of side tables produced by Jo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Restored Pre-WWII Rattan "Twin Arch" Side Table with Solid Mahogany Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This mid-century rattan square side table boasts a mahogany tabletop held by twin arch side rattan poles, evoking the style of Paul Frankl. Professionally restored in 2019, it combin...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Rattan, Mahogany

Walnut Two-Tiered Side Table Attributed to T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Belmont, MA
Mid-Century Modern walnut two-tiered side table attributed to T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Accent Table With Tile Top
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Accent Table with Tile top Dimensions. 21 1/2 W ; 21 1/2 D ; 22 1/2 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Paul Frankl Cork Side Table for Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This side table produced by Johnson Fur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

John Keal for Brown Saltman Wedge Table with Magazine Rack mid century modern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A mahogany wedge shaped table designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman. The wedge shape allows it to nest between a pair of chairs. Tapered stiletto brass capped legs A sleek floati...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Peter Hvidt for John Stuart MCM Danish Teak and Cane Round End Side Table
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Peter Hvidt for John Stuart side end table. A beautiful piece of mid century modern Danish furniture. This table features a teak wood construction with cane accent details. The rou...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

Goatskin Occasional End Table, Jimeco Ltda, 1980's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jimeco parchment occasional end table with circular goatskin top and three legs with parchment overlay. Vintage item from the 1980s, original label underneath reads "Jimeco Ltds." Ex...
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1980s Colombian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

1950s service table with marble top
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
1950s service table. Black painted metal tripod frame and white marble top. Very elegant and functional.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Thomasville Sculptural 'Acrhed' Pair of Wall Mirrors in Walnut & Olive Burl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is made in the US, circa 1960s, and is of heirloom quality. The finest hardwoods of wa...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Tripod Hand Forged Hoof Feet Side Tables, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Tripod hand-forged side or drinks tables, in stock. This stunning wrought iron tripod side table with hoof legs is an eye-catching addition to any home decor. Its round top features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron

1960s Design Style Pair of Patina Brass Side Tables
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Pair of MCM design style patina brass finishes metal side tables.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Teak Side Table With Removable Tray Top Jens Quistgaard Ca' 1960's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic teak side table by Jens Quistgaard. Top is removable, with flat or concave side. Made of laminated teak.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

End Table / Bedside table by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 1960's
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
End table / bedside table by Guillerme and Chambron for Edition Votre Maison, France, 1960's. In oak, the top is made of polychrome earthenware tiles made by the artist Boleslaw Dani...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Oak

1940s cherry wood coffee table with glass top
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
1940s coffee table made of cherry wood and black glass top. Structure with four saber legs and pattern on the top giving continuity. Perfectly restored, it is in perfect condition. E...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Stained Glass, Cherry

John Keal for Brown Saltman Glass Top End Table Solid Walnut
Located in Fulton, CA
A Mid-Century Modern end or side table crafted in solid walnut with a smoked glass top. Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman of California, circa. 1960's. Features storage or disp...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Smoked Glass, Walnut

Pair Laverne International Carrara Marble & Chrome X Base End Tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Laverne International Carrara Marble & Chrome X Base End Tables, Mid Century Modern.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Chrome

Tulip Onyx End Table In Honey Onyx
Located in Coulsdon, GB
The seamless fusion of rounded, smooth shapes is the result of the designer's investigation into surface modification and image transfer onto natural materials. This project tries to...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Onyx

Ora End Table
Located in Coulsdon, GB
Introducing the Ora End Table, a captivating piece that invites you to step into a world of bold design and unparalleled artistry. These end tables are unlike anything you've ever se...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble

Ballistic Onyx End Table In Honey Onyx
Located in Coulsdon, GB
The Ballistic Onyx End Tables strikes a stunning balance, blending perfectly into any home with their appealing blend of elegant minimalism and compelling presence. These tables ha...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Onyx

Brighella 634 Side Table from Zanotta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brighella 634 side table from the Historical Archive collection of Zanotta Spa., 1980s. Top is stain resistant black leather stitched into a black lacquer hard polyurethane top and i...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Fabulous Pair Tomlinson Sophisticate style Octagon Drum End Table Mid-century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Tomlinson Sophisticate style drum end tables. These are beyond fabulous with unusual caramel colored marble tops and fantastic storage spaces underneath. We just l...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble

Scandinavian Teakwood Wheeled Side Table or End Table, Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Little wheeled console, French, circa 1960-1970 This furniture was created to store sewing materiel Very good condition Shipping: L 66.5, P 40.50, H 5...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Solid Wood Maple Mid Century Modern End Table Set by Heywood Wakefield.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Maple Step End Tables Set by Heywood Wakefield. The table retains original finish and in good overall condition. One table has wood-knot like marks, ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Maple

Chic Restored Pair of Swivel Bamboo and Black Lacquer End Tables, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Killer pair of restored vintage end tables or nightstands, circa 1975. Exceptionally crafted mahogany case construction veneered in spiral bamboo; open display compartment finished...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany

Arthur Court Style Amazing Pair of Gilded Gold Lily Tables Regency Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Arthur Court style gilded aluminum lily side tables. These tables are actually made by Drexel from their 'ETC. Collection,' circa1970. Add glamour to any room with t...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid Century Lane Acclaim Walnut Step Tables / End Tables
Located in Chicago, IL
21” x 28” x 14.5”H; shelf 21”H Pair of iconic Lane Acclaim step tables or end tables •Elm dovetail inlays •Walnut tops •back shelf is 21” high •round tapered legs accented with bla...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Elm

Pair of Steel and Glass Cantilevered Side Tables by Design Institute of America
Located in Hudson, NY
A gorgeous pair of design institute america occasional tables. The only pair that I know of retaining, an original factory applied white painted surface. We know this as the original...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Mid Century Modern Accent Table. Single Drawer.
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut toned accent Table with Dovetailed drawers and carved wood handles. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 30 W ; 24 D ; 20 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Small Wrought Iron & Travertine Curule End Table, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Black enameled steel end table with brass feet and a travertine top.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine, Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Pair Chrome Glass Side End Tables
Located in Baltimore, MD
An extraordinary mid-century pair of glass side tables with modernist design elegant and luscious. Each feature original 3/8″ thick glass resting on a chrome-plated base with 1/2″ th...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

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

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern end tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage end tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, more furniture and collectibles, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern end tables made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original end tables, popular names associated with this style include Edward Wormley, Dunbar, Paul McCobb, and Lane Furniture. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for end tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $180 and tops out at $40,000 while the average work can sell for $2,600.

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