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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 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
Glass and Iron Table by Luther Conover American 1950’s
Located in Hudson, NY
Minimalist table with frame of welded wrought iron and glass top. American by Luther Conover, 1950’s Dimensions: 15.5h x 22.5w x 22.5d. This item can be viewed in person at The Berks...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

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

Black and White Opaline Asymmetric Side Tables in the spirit of Daniel Buren.
Located in Brussels, BE
A pair of black and white asymmetrical stripes side tables in the spirit of french artist Daniel Buren. Perfect vintage condition. France 2000.
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Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Opaline Glass, Wood

Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Stool
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, we offer this Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Stool, made in natural woven and iron structure, the eyes are made in precious stone.
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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Hand-painted Black Spanish Drinks Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
Based on one of our favorite vintage designs, this lovely Spanish iron drinks table was recently crafted to our specifications and features a hand-applied black finish with subtle go...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Pink Marble Table, Italy, 1980s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Italian design style 1970s in pink marble side end low accent coffee cocktail bedside table or nightstand. In the mood of Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, Carlo Sca...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Teak Sewing Table by Rastad & Relling for Rasmus Solberg
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern sewing table or side table. Design by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Rasmus Solberg. Striking Norwegian design from the 1960s. Solid teak b...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Leather, Teak

1960s Pair of Italian Bedside Tables
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - new glass top
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Wood

Spanish Gilt Iron Drinks Table on a Tripod Base
Located in Buchanan, NY
Based on one of our favorite vintage designs, this lovely Spanish iron drinks table was recently crafted to our specifications and features a hand-applied gilt gold finish with red u...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Iron Drinks Table with Pointed Stem
Located in Buchanan, NY
This recently fabricated Spanish iron side table features a distinctive design with a central stem that tapers to a fine point, attached to a tripod base that comprises three subtly ...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid Century Modern Walnut Side/End Table By Paul McCobb for Lane, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of mid-century modern design with this exquisite side table, a true gem designed by the iconic Paul McCobb for Lane Furniture's celebrated '...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Pair of Sheaf of Wheat Tables by Edward Wormley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous mid-century sheaf of wheat side tables with gorgeous Empress Green Marble tops and brass details, designed in the 1950's by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Tables are in excell...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Marble

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC10 T5 Table by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
LC10 textured ivory outdoors square table designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1929. Revisited by Perriand in 1984, and relaunched by Cassina one year la...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Adrian Pearsall Oiled Walnut Triangular Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic side table from Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Oiled walnut base with good, well defined wood grain. Triangular shaped glass top is in good condition.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Antique Wooden Console Side Table With Turned Legs.
Located in Seattle, WA
This Table has Curved wood back and curved front to the lower shelf. Attached receipt from 1977 states that the Table is made from Cherry wood circa1850s. Although we are unable to c...
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1850s Antique Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Cherry

Lane Furniture Walnut, Rosewood, and Chrome Side Table
Located in Skokie, IL
Lane Furniture Walnut, Rosewood, and Chrome Side Table This beautiful side table is one of the showcase pieces made by Lane Furniture. This piece is beautifully crafted, rare, and s...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Chrome

Midcentury Italian Modern Pjnk & Gray Marble Cube Cocktail Table or Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple and natural rectangular table made of pink marble for Italy circa 1970s. It features solid slab 3/4 inch marble construction with beautiful veining and marks.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage Early American Style Two Piece Hutch and Console Table.
Located in Seattle, WA
This piece features wood turned legs, original hardware, wood carved detailing, and a dovetailed drawer. The top piece is removable and has matching wood carved details. The detailin...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Luigi Colani Fiberglass Stool or Side Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Luigi Colani Fiberglass Stool or Side Table
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

LaVerne Lo-Ta Side Table, Hexagonal, Bronze, Pewter, Natural Patinas, Signed
Located in New York, NY
LaVerne Lo-Ta Side Table, Hexagonal, Bronze, Pewter, Signed. Purchased from the original owner in Long Island; the table was custom ordered from Philip LaVerne Galleries LTD and used...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Bronze, Pewter

Pair of Swedish Midcentury Side Tables in Walnut by Bertil Fridhagen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of midcentury side tables in walnut by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, Sweden. These high-quality side tables have a minimalistic design with distinct lines. Condition: Very go...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Vintage Tri Legged Horn Side End Table with Tiled Top, c1990s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Delight in the unique charm of this vintage mid-century decorative side table, a captivating piece that promises to enhance your living space with its distinctive character and dual ...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Horn

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Table with Marble Terrazzo Top
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare occasisonal table # 5928, designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's. Richly grained tripod base in walnut/brass, marble terrazzo top, from the "New Career Collection".
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Pair of Italian Bamboo Rattan Stools in the Style of Franco Albini
Located in Barcelona, ES
Italian midcentury rattan and bamboo stools / side tables, 1950s-1960s Handcrafted These eye-catching stools / footstools can be used as end tables, side tables or nightstands. They have a nice construction and a clean design inspired in Michael Thonet bentwood stools...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pair of Pine Wood Side Tables Style of Charlotte Perriand, 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of Pine Wood Side Tables Style of Charlotte Perriand, 1960 France Nice pair of pine tables in the style of Charlotte Perriand. These sturdy tables work perfectly as side tables...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Pine

Space Age Steelcase Side Table by William Andrus Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Space Age side table from soft seating series designed by William Andrus for Steelcase. This example is in good original condition, some minor scuffs and dings.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Fiberglass, Lucite

Pair of Blonde Oak Nightstands by Lane
Located in Pasadena, CA
This pair of mid-century nightstands features one drawer and a space to store books or magazines. They show the manufacturer's stamp and, what is very rare the past owner kept the ma...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Oak

Modern Pewter Leather Top Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Where contemporary design meets sophisticated luxury. The table features a stunning leather-wrapped shagreen embossed round top in an elegant gray hue, creating a sleek and stylish s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table with Drawer, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table with Drawer, 1960s. Elegant and versatile Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern side table with ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Rosewood

Modern Gray Leather Top Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Leather Top Accent Table with leather-wrapped round top supported by a six-legged gilt metal base with a stretcher. Dimensions: 16" x 16" x 21" H
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

1970s Pair of Rattan Tables , Europe
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Mid Century Leather Top Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
This table celebrates the beauty of understated design with its clean lines and unusual leather top. The sleek, black metal frame creates a striking silhouette that stands out with b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Taupe Leather Top Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Leather Top Accent Table, where contemporary design meets sophisticated luxury. The table features a stunning watercress green leather-wrapped shagreen embossed round top in an elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Green Leather Top Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Leather Top Accent Table, where contemporary design meets sophisticated luxury. The table features a stunning watercress green leather-wrapped shagreen embossed round top in a vibran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair of McCobb Style Side Tables with Magazine Racks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Interesting pair of side tables with magazine racks attached, in the style of Paul McCobb. These petite end tables have laminate table surfaces with a mock wood-grain pattern, the fr...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

Small Dark Gilt Metal Drinks Table with Curved Legs
Located in Buchanan, NY
This small iron and metal end table from Spain was recently crafted by skilled artisans using traditional iron-working techniques. Based on a vintage 1950s design, it features a stur...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Early American Style Side Console Table.
Located in Seattle, WA
This piece features wood turned legs, original hardware, wood carved detailing, and a dovetailed drawer. The top piece is removable and has matching wood carved details. The detailin...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Walnut Side Table Set
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Refinished Dimensions: 26” L x 18” D x 22.25” H Description: Refinished vintage walnut side table set. Excellent Condition. ...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

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 Mid-Century Old Tavern Style Antiqued Pine Two-Tier Side Tables
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Mid-Century Old Tavern Style Antiqued Pine Two-Tier Side Tables with decorative ceramic inserts. Measures 12" in width, 20" in depth and 23" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Ornate Gilt Metal Drinks Table With a Ruffled Top
Located in Buchanan, NY
This ornate and unusual Spanish gilt metal side or drinks table was recently handcrafted by skilled artisans using conventional iron-working techniques with an emphasis on superior q...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

3 Harvey Probber Terrazzo & Bronze Inlay Hexagonal Side Tables Sold Individually
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
3 Harvey Probber Terrazzo & Bronze Inlay Hexagonal Side Tables Sold Individually Designed by Harvey Probber (1922-2003) USA, Circa 1950s We are pleased to offer three period Harvey ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Bronze

Pair of Black Wrought Iron and Blue Purple & Aqua Terrazzo Tile Tables, 1950s
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair Wrought Iron and Terrazzo Tile End Tables in Aqua, Royal Blue & Violet. Featuring sturdy open Black Wrought Iron solid square rod frameworks, mosaic surfaces with reflective 1 i...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Ficks Reed Style Mid Century Round Rattan Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Ficks Reed Style Mid Century Round Rattan Table This table measures: 28 wide x 28 deep x 27.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condi...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Rattan

Mid Century Modern “Sheaf of Wheat” Side Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern “Sheaf of Wheat” Side Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style This classic and timeless mid century modern piece was styled like Edward Wormley for Dunb...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Mid Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar “Sheaf of Wheat” Marble Top Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sheaf of Wheat Marble Coffee Table Signed Classic and timeless design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, "Sheaf of Wheat" coffee table/side ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Marble

Mid Century Italian Side Table In Brass And Iron With Wood Top
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful vintage side table, Italian style, with a round base in wood brass edge that rests on wood legs. This side table look good in a dining room and in a bedside table room....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Metal, Brass

Vintage French Turned Column Pedestal Table, Reminiscent of Charles Dudouyt
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A French pedestal table with a turned column stem, reminiscent of Charles Dudouyt designs. Table form most probably dates from the early-Mid 20th Century with the turned screw colum...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Cedric Hartman Travertine Top AE Side Table on Brass Base
Located in Ferndale, MI
AE table stamped with Cedric Hartman signature MADE IN USA and the number 860434 . The beauty of this Travertine topped side table by Cedric Hartman is in its simple minimal aesthet...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Travertine, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Melchiorre Bega Side Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century modern Melchiorre Bega side table with a carrera marble top, laquered wood pedestal and a three spoke base in brass. Italy. 20th Century. Melchiorre Bega (1898-1976) was...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Carrara Marble

Danish Teak Bar Cart with Removable Tray, 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The 1960 Danish teak table is an iconic piece that fuses elegance and functionality in its timeless design. Crafted from rich, warm teak wood, this table exudes a natural charm and b...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Early Finn Juhl Teak Table for France and Daverkosen, 1950s
Located in Belmont, MA
Danish modern early Finn Juhl teak table for France and Daverkosen. An early example of a classic design by the master - Finn Juhl, circa 1950s. N...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Set of Four Mario Bellini Nesting Tables, “Quattro Gatti", Italy, 1967
Located in Dronten, NL
This set of four white fiberglass "Quattro Gatti" tables was designed by Mario Bellini in the 1960s for C & B Italia and manufactured in Italy. C & B Italia is the predecessor of B &...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Fiberglass

French Vintage Lucite Side Table
Located in Austin, TX
Side table from France made with a Lucite body. It is supported by original working casters. It is in excellent vintage condition and we love the sleek design.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Lucite

Wood Stump and Glass Side Table by Michael Taylor
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful 1970s wood stump with a round glass top side table by Michael Taylor. New 1/2” thick glass top. The hardware that holds the glass top to the stump is polish aluminum. D...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Gold, Chrome

Side Table, by Sergio Rodrigues, 20th Mid-Century Brazilian Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This side table by Sergio Rodrigues is a quintessential piece of mid-century Brazilian furniture design, which combines elegance with practical functionality. The table features a r...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Hardwood

Rare Karl Springer Reptile Skin Side Table With Pull Out Glass Writing Surface
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Karl Springer race track oval two tiered side table, wrapped in black lizard skin embossed leather. This hard to find table also features a pull out glass shelf for anything from writing to drink placement. The curved sides are a classic design feature seen on many Springer pieces. This piece is apparently unsigned, like many Springer pieces. It comes with a colorful and valuable provenance. This Karl Springer reptile...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Leather, Glass, Wood

A Mid-Century Raw Bamileke Wood Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved cylindrical Bamileke wood stool with traditional intricate lattice pattern.
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20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

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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