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Pair of Brass and Marble Nightstands, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made from marble and brass. In perfect condition.
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1950s Italian Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Marble, Brass

Pair of 1950s American Modern Two-Tone Walnut Nightstands
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and unique pair of beautiful, sculpted-front double door nightstands, circa 1950s. Solid and
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

Ebonized and Parchment Nightstands or End Tables, Italy, 1950s
Located in Austin, TX
Italian midcentury nightstands or end tables with black frame and legs and goatskin parchment face
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

1950s Pair of Italian Sculptural Nightstands
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of elegant and modern bedside tables, manufactured in Italy during the 1950s They are made
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass, Iron

Pair of Louis Van Teeffelen Attributed Nightstands, 1950s
By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
A pair of teak nightstands attributed to Louis Van Teeffelen for Wébé. Beautiful organic shaped
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Midcentury Pair of Swedish Nightstands by Halvdan Petterson 1950s
By Tibro Möbler, Halvdan Pettersson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This pair of nightstands in mahogany and vinyl with a rounded half circle in patinated brass was
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Sculptural Diamond Front Walnut Nightstands by Albert Parvin, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural diamond front nightstands by Albert Parvin, 1950s. Beautiful design. Well constructed
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

Pair of 1950s Italian Bedside Tables or Nightstands
Located in London, London
1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Glass, Wood

Important Vladimir Kagan Sculptural Nightstands, Signed Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of space for use as bedside nightstands or sofa end tables. Kagan-Dreyfuss (1950-1960) stamped
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

Pair of 1950s Italian Nightstands by Paolo Buffa Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Roma, IT
A set of two beautifully carved nightstands or side tables executed in fine rosewood. The glass
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Copper

Kai Kristiansen Danish Oak Nightstands, 1950s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen - Bedside Cabinets, c1960s. A pair of patinated oak bedside cabinets, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark in the early 1960s. The design features Kristian...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Oak

Pair of Italian Bedside Tables / Nightstands, circa 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
Pair of Italian bedside tables, possibly by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s). Very stylish pieces with
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

Italian Art Deco Maple and Red Parchment Nightstands, 1950s
Located in Meda, MB
This rare pair of bedside tables was produced in Italy in the 1950s. The front of the drawers is
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Danish Designed Nightstands by Niels Clausen, 1950s
By Niels Clausen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of bedside tables or nightstands designed by Niels Clausen for N.C. Möbler Odense, Denmark
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Rosewood

A pair of suspended nightstands - France - 1950s
By Pierre Guariche, Pierre Paulin, Andre Monpoix
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This pair of 1950s suspended nightstands is a prime example of functional and elegant design
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

Pair of 1950s Italian Floating Bedside Tables or Nightstands
Located in London, London
A pair of elegant Italian floating nightstands designed to affix to the wall. These mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Burl

Pair Venetian Fruitwood Olive Wood Bombe Chests/Nightstands, Circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Venetian Fruitwood and Olive Wood Bombe Chests/Nightstands, circa 1950s A pair of Venetian
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Fruitwood, Olive

Pair of Dark Stained Solid Birch Nightstands/Side Tables- 1950s
Located in Pasadena, CA
These nightstands/side tables boast clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic that seamlessly blends
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Birch

1950s Vintage Helen Hobey Baker Mid Century Modern Single Nightstand
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Helen Hobey Baker Mid-Century Modern Single Nightstand This vintage nightstand is a must
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

Italian Midcentury Nightstand or Small Console Table in Mahogany, 1950s
By Ico Luisa Parisi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful nightstand made in Italy during the 1950s. Reminds to the style of Ico & Luisa Parisi
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mahogany

Pair of Red Lion Sleek 1950s Dark Walnut Nightstands
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Red Lion Table Co. dark walnut three-drawer nightstands with sculpted and polished zinc
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1950s American Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Zinc

Classic Midcentury Nightstands with Biscuit Pulls by George Nelson, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Classic Midcentury nightstands with biscuit pulls by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s. Fully
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mahogany

1950s Pair of Ribbon Foot Nightstands by Roman Furniture Corp.
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of nightstands with hand carved teardrop handles and playful ribbon feet. Made in the USA by
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

Pair of George Nelson Nightstands or End Tables, circa 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of nightstands or end tables designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. All original walnut
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

1950s, Set of Teak and Black Metal Nightstands Bedside Tables
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Exclusive nightstands or side tables. The set is in perfect condition. Made of black metal in
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Metal

Paul Frankl Art Deco Nightstand Blonde Mahogany 1950s Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Paul Frankl sculptural nightstand side table for Brown Saltman. Art deco fancy
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mahogany

Pair of Italian Parchment Nightstands Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 1950s accent tables or nightstands attributed to Italian architect and designer Paolo
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mirror, Parchment Paper

1950s, Pair of Scandinavian Teak Bedside Tables or Nightstands, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
. They are in very nice condition. Period: 1950s. Dimensions: H 39 cm, W 36 cm, D 48 cm.
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1950s Swedish Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Teak

Bonacina Nightstand Bamboo Italian Design 1950s Shelf Brown
By Bonacina
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bonacina nightstand bamboo Italian design 1950s shelf brown.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Planner Single Drawer Nightstand, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a stunning nightstand, with a single drawer that has an aluminum pull, by
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Nightstands, Wood and Glass, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian nightstands, wood and glass, 1950s European.  
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Glass, Wood

Pair of Nightstands Brier Veneer Retro Treated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A pair of nightstands, brier veneer, retro treated glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Glass, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage Henredon Taliesin Mahogany Nightstand, 1950s
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern "Taliesin" two-tier nightstand or side table By Frank
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mahogany

Solid Wood "Sculptured Pine" Nightstand End Tables by Franklin Shockey, 1950s
By Franklin Shockey Company
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage 1950s sculptured pine nightstands by Franklin Shockey. Lovely blend of Mid-Century Modern
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Pine

Pair of 1950s Floating Nightstands by A.Patijn
By Abraham A. Patijn
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two floating nightstands from the 1950s. Designed by Dutch architect and furniture maker Abraham A
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Nightstands or Bedside Tables, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands or bedside tables, 1950s. Sleek Italian design from
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

Marvelous Mahogany with Brass Nightstands End Tables, John Stuart Michigan 1950s
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Elegance of the midcentury 1950s by famed high end retailer John Stuart of Grand Rapids, Michigan
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Handsome Ebonized Nightstands with Leather Plinth Bases by Edward Wormley, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Handsome ebonized mahogany nightstands with leather plinth bases by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Ebony, Mahogany

1950s Heywood Wakefield Encore 5 piece Queen Bedroom suite dressers nightstand
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An exceptional 1950s, 5 piece bedroom suite by Heywood Wakefield in a beautiful wheat color. The
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Maple

Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Design Scandinavian Teak Nightstands, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak nightstands Designed by Arne Vodder and
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Teak

Rare Florence Knoll Rosewood Pair of Nightstands, 1950s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Amarillo, TX
Florence Knoll nightstand, pair in original condition Knoll USA , 1956 Rosewood Measure: 18 W x
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Rosewood

Paolo Buffa Pair of Neoclassical Rosewood Nightstands or Bedside Tables, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Paolo Buffa elegant rare pair of tripod bedside tables or nightstands in rosewood with maple inlays
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Bronze, Brass

Jacques Hitier Nightstand Miami Series for Tubauto, 1950s
By Tubauto, Jacques Hitier
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Jacques Hitier bedside or nightstand for Tubauto, Miami Series, circa 1950. Oak and metal
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Metal

1950s Pair of Nightstands, Beech, Mahogany, Lemon Wood, Brass, Glass, France
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of nightstands, stained beech structure with flap door with mahogany veneer and lemon wood
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

1950s, Pair Teak and Metal Wire Gullberg Style Nightstands Bedside Tables
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and rare pair Swedish nightstands / side tables in the famous 'Johan Gullberg' style
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Metal

Paolo Buffa Nightstands for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s, Set of 2
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Paolo Buffa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Paolo Buffa nightstands for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, mahogany, Italy, 1950s, set of two. The
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mahogany

Pair of 1950s Modern White Lacquered End Tables or Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A very chic and highly functional pair of solid wood, small chest s of drawers in a white, semi
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Pair of Nightstands by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of Classic Mid-Century Modern nightstands designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

Pair of 1950s Walnut Nightstands or End Tables, Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of 1950s Walnut Nightstands or End Tables, featuring one drawer with silvered spear shaped
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Walnut

Walnut Nightstands or End Tables with Copper Pulls by Erwin Lambeth, 1950s
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in New York, NY
Sleek walnut nightstands or end tables with copper pulls by Erwin Lambeth, 1950s. Fully refinished
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Copper

Nightstands Bamboo Italian Design 1950s Rectangular Tables with Shelf
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Nightstands bamboo Italian design 1950s rectangular tables with shelf.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Bamboo

Pair of Birch Briar Root Nightstands with Glass Top, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
They are made in birch briar root and feature a back-painted glass top, another glass top, and brass parts. In very good original condition and ready to become a piece in a home. M...
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1950s Italian Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Pair of Mahogany Pomelè Nightstands by Carlo de Carli, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in mahogany pomelè. They feature back-painted glass tops and brass handles and feet caps. They may show slight traces of use since they're vintage, but, since they have been re...
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1950s Italian Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maple Side Tables Nightstands Ico Parisi Italy 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Vienna, AT
styl Ico Parisi, Italy 1950s. A stunning pair of side tables or nightstands in the style Ico Parisi in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Mirror, Maple

Brilliant Danish Modern Teak Nightstands in the Style of Kurt Ostervig, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant Danish Modern Teak Nightstands in the style of Kurt Ostervig, 1950s. We offer free
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Cane, Rattan, Teak

Swedish Designer, Minimalist Nightstands / Wall Cabinets, Wood, Sweden 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of minimalist nightstands / wall cabinets / bedside cabinets. Designed and produced in
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Wood

1950s Edmond Spence Curved Walnut and Birch Nightstands for William Hinn, Pair
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in New York, NY
J. Spence and manufactured by William Hinn in the 1950s. The nightstands were imported from Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Nightstand

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Birch, Walnut

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Vintage 1950s Nightstand For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage 1950s nightstand you’re looking for. Each vintage 1950s nightstand for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, brass and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage 1950s nightstand — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right vintage 1950s nightstand, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Paul Frankl, Glenn of California and John Kapel each produced at least one beautiful vintage 1950s nightstand that is worth considering.

Finding the Right Night-stands for You

Nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often just small bedside tables, are traditionally designed with functionality in mind. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. The antique and vintage nightstands in so many homes today are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom.

A nightstand is mainly used to store or support objects that may be needed at night, such as a phone, a book or a small carafe of water. But this table can easily be personalized. "I’ve got a huge vintage lamp, and when I’m lucky, I’ll have fresh flowers in a bud vase," Chicago interior designer Summer Thornton tells 1stDibs about styling a nightstand.

Whether you take a minimalist approach to bedside table decor or prefer a set of two nightstands topped with stacks of books and other essentials that you'd like to have at arm's length — this furniture can also change the look and feel of a bedroom, rendering any interior more comfortable and cozy.

Practicality plays a prominent role in perfecting your bedside space, but the decision to furnish your bedroom with a cherrywood mid-century modern nightstand or an antique mahogany piece can have an impact on how you start your day.

Take the first step in setting the perfect tone of your morning — find vintage Art Deco nightstands, burl-wood nightstands, oak nightstands, three-drawer nightstands and other nightstands for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage 1950s Nightstand
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.