1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Hanover, MA
Early George Nelson model 5062 X-Leg extension dining table for Herman Miller, 1952.
Iron
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller 5259 X-Leg Dining Table with Walnut Top
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Soft Edge Curved Dining Table, model 5259, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1953. The piece has a walnut top and white enameled steel legs, and this particula...
Steel, Enamel
George Nelson X-Leg Table for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The table features a walnut table top and chrome legs that cross in an "x" formation. Marked with [Herman Miller / George Nelson] tag Dimensions 60" width x 30" depth x 29" height.
Chrome
George Nelson X-Leg Dining Table
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare and early George Nelson designed X-leg extension dining table with build in 18" disappearing pop up leaf system extending the size of the table from 60" to 78”.
Metal
Nelson X-Leg Table/Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Early
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
The desk has the original walnut top with lacquered X-base legs and was produced by Herman Miller.
Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller X Leg Dining Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large formica clad dining table supported by welded steel legs in the form of an X with two large leaves each 20 inches. Structure of the table is renforced with steel to prevent s...
Steel
George Nelson for Herman Miller White Laminate X Legs Dining Table
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, long, dining or work table designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller features a white laminate top with painted black iron "X" legs.
Iron
Early Mid-Century George Nelson for Herman Miller X-Leg Dining Table
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Early Mid-Century George Nelson for Herman Miller X-leg dining table. Perfect patina on this dining or kitchen table that can be extended from 54" to 90" by internal leaves that fold...
Steel
George Nelson X-Leg Dining Table 1950
By George Nelson
Located in Berkeley, CA
Amazing and rare x-leg dining table designed by Irving Harper and George Nelson for Herman Miller circa1950.
Metal
George Nelson X-Leg Table Herman Miller 1955
By George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
X- leg table designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1955
$1,495
H 29.5 in Dm 35.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut & Laminate Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Versatile extension table which opens both ways but we have no extensions/ leafs. Walnut base with a faux wood laminate top. Top has some wear from normal use. Base and apron were re...
Laminate, Walnut
1960s Jese Möbel Height-Adjustable Console Dining Table
By Jese Mobel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by Jese Möbel in the 1960s, this height-adjustable table features a rectangular light wood top mounted on four slender tapered legs in black enamel with brass foot caps. A b...
Metal, Brass, Enamel
Dining or Game Table by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A square dining or game table with an ash top, on folding steel legs. Model DTM.
Steel
$3,145
H 29.14 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
MidCentury Pedestal Extension Dining Table - George Nelson - Herman Miller - 60s
By Herman Miller
Located in Milano, IT
Pedestal extension dining table model 5559B designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, produced in the USA in the 1960s. Dining or conference table model 5559B, designed by George...
Aluminum
$2,995
H 17 in W 21.75 in D 18 in
1947 Charles and Ray Eames IT-1 Incidental Folding Side Kids Table Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Retains rare paper label.
Steel
Mid Century Dining Table by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century dining table designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This example is in very good, original condition, showing only light wear consistent with age. Specifical...
Ash
1950's George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table
By George Nelson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Iconic George Nelson design for Herman Miller gate leg table. 2 fold wide wood hinged tops with double gate legs. The odd discoloration of one leaf appears to be an issue with the or...
Walnut
$9,540
H 28.15 in W 89.77 in D 33.67 in
Hans Wegner "AT-309" Drop-Leaf Dining Table for Andreas Tuck, Denmark 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare “AT-309” dining table was designed by Hans Wegner in 1955 and its title of ‘iconic’ is well deserved. As it is no longer produced, this model has become a collector’s item ...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sculptured Base Dining Table
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern sculptured base dining table with 2 x 12" leaves.
Walnut
$2,700
H 28.25 in W 65.5 in D 32.75 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Flip Top Dining Table by Greta Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
Rare 1950s flip top expandable dining table by Greta Grossman for Glenn of California in beautifully refinished condition. Grossman designed a collection of dining and coffee tables...
Walnut
$2,000
H 29.25 in W 42 in D 42 in
1971 Herman Miller Eames Universal 42 in Square Dining Table with Laminate Top
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Universal Dining Table, Model ET206, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1961. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 1971. ...
Aluminum, Steel
Edward Frank Drop Leaf Dining Table, Walnut, Modern, c. 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A drop leaf dining table with spider legs in walnut designed by Edward Frank for Glenn of California.
Walnut
Sam Maloof Dining Table, Solid Walnut, 1959
By Sam Maloof
Located in Chicago, IL
Sam Maloof Dining Table, Solid Walnut, 1959 Exceptional solid walnut dining table by Sam Maloof, exemplifying his sculptural and highly engineered approach to form. The round top is ...
Oak, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Herman Miller 48” Dining Table
By Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Herman Miller 48” Dining Table This dining table is a timeless piece that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. Crafted with a cream top and chrome pe...
Metal
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 101 in D 39.5 in
Arne Vodder George Tanier Siebart Mobler Extendable Dining Table
By Arne Vodder, George Tanier
Located in Pasadena, TX
Arne Vodder for George Tanier Siebart Mobler extendable dining table. Early production teak Arne Vodder dining table, manufactured by SIbast, Denmark and distributed by George Tanie...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Expanding Walnut Dining Table by Broyhill
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the bold architectural forms of Oscar Niemeyer’s Brasília, this expanding walnut dining table from Broyhill’s iconic Brasilia Collection is a true mid-century masterpiece...
Walnut
$915 / item
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Doppio, pair of sconces rotating with pivot heads, twin lights. Piattelli design
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This Doppio chandelier was made several times and finally we decided to list it and made it available. The twin light diffusers are same as on other products of the same collection. ...
Aluminum, Brass
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$6,106Sale Price|25% Off
H 28.35 in W 50.79 in D 50.79 in
Luigi Saccardo for Maison Jansen, Round Table Steel Frame & Glass
By Luigi Saccardo
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining table with circular glass top, 130 cm diameter, brushed aluminum base, signed Luigi Saccardo produced by Arrmet, Italy around 1970 Fair condition. More photos on demand
Aluminum
$5,000Sale Price|33% Off
H 29.5 in W 79.25 in D 33.5 in
19th Century Country French Provincial Farmhouse Fruitwood Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Quintessential 19th century country French provincial farmhouse table crafted from fruitwood. The table features a plank top having breadboard ends and was made with wood peg joinery...
Fruitwood
Milo Baughman, Rare Desk, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in High Point, NC
A rare walnut and brass desk designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Glenn of California, USA, 1950s.
Brass
Little Dume Pedestal Table in Walnut
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the clean, simple lines of Shaker pedestal tables, the Little Dume table is ideal for any small space that could use a little extra counter surface. Create a breakfast no...
Walnut
$2,950
H 10 in W 20 in D 12 in
French Mid Century Articulating Counterbalance Swing Arm Wall Sconce Light
By Editions Serge Mouille
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French articulating counterbalance wall sconce France, circa 1950s Matte black tubular metal zig zag frame can be used in a variety of configurations Two toned painted shade has aged...
Metal
$21,217Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 33 in W 118 in D 35 in
Roy McMackin Postmodern Romanesque Sectional Sofa, Domestic Furniture, 1990s, US
By Roy McMakin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Roy McMackin Postmodern Romanesque Sectional Sofa, Domestic Furniture, 1990s, USA. Provenance: Commission directly from the artist by the current consignor Sofa: 32.75" H x 83" W...
Textile, Wood
$1,844
H 11.03 in W 29.93 in D 22.84 in
Luxury Vintage Six Person Fortnum & Mason Wicker Picnic Hamper Crystal
By Fortnum & Mason
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Vintage large Fortnum & Mason six person wicket picnic hamper RRP £2550 A very well made and decorative hamper set by the market l...
Wicker
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Denton, TX
Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar mahogany credenza with solid brass hardware. Nine drawers with center cabinet.
Brass
Rustic Farmhouse Dining Table, Solid Wood, Country Style, USA, 1930
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful rustic farmhouse table with rich vintage original patina. Dates circa 1900, and in stable structural condition. Solid square legs. This table has a beautiful overall patina...
Wood
$1,600
H 24 in W 16 in D 16 in
Vintage Italian Trolley on Wheels T9 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1960
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embark on a journey through mid-century Italian design with the Vintage Trolley on Wheels T9 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, circa the 1960s. This iconic piece encapsulates Ca...
Brass
$1,818
H 4.34 in W 9.06 in D 7.88 in
Tito Agnoli wall light with two adjustable diffusers by Oluce, Italy 1950s
By Oluce, Tito Agnoli
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Unique 1950s Wall Lamp with Two Diffusers Designed by Tito Agnoli for Oluce This rare wall lamp, crafted from chrome and painted metal, features two adjustable diffusers mounted on ...
Metal, Aluminum
Black Leather Modern Long Oval Fairmount Wall Mirror
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Fairmount wide oval mirror is a hand-stitched leather mirror. Each piece of leather has its own character and variations lending to the appeal of the material. The mirror sits in...
Leather, Mirror
Brutalist coffeetable
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A brutalist style coffeetable made by our workshop reclaiming a 1950's oak top with 4 19th century iron bases from a industrial worktable.
Oak
Solid Pine Dining Table From Denmark, Circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Solid Pine Dining Table From Denmark, Circa 1960. Solid pine construction with very light wear and use.
Pine
Architect, designer, and writer George Nelson was a central figure in the mid-century American modernist design movement; and his thoughts influenced not only the furniture we live with, but also how we live.
Nelson came to design via journalism and literature. Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree in architecture from Yale in 1931, he won the Prix de Rome fellowship, and spent his time in Europe writing magazine articles that helped bring stateside recognition to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gio Ponti, Le Corbusier and other canonical modernist architects.
In the 1940s, Nelson wrote texts that suggested such now-commonplace ideas as open-plan houses, storage walls and family rooms. D.J. De Pree, the owner of the furniture maker Herman Miller, was so impressed by Nelson that in 1944 — following the sudden death of Gilbert Rohde, who had introduced the firm to modern design in the 1930s — he invited Nelson to join the company as its design director. There Nelson’s curatorial design talents came to the fore.
To Herman Miller he brought such eminent creators as Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi, and the textile and furniture designer Alexander Girard. Thanks to a clever contract, at the same time as he directed Herman Miller he formed a New York design company, George Nelson & Associates, that sold furniture designs to the Michigan firm. Nelson's studio also sold designs for clocks to the Howard Miller Clock Company, a manufacturer that was initially part of Herman Miller before it became an offshoot that was helmed by Howard Miller, D.J. De Pree's brother-in-law.
Nelson’s New York team of designers (who were rarely individually credited) would create such iconic pieces as the Marshmallow sofa, the Coconut chair, the Ball clock, the Bubble lamp series and the many cabinets and beds that comprise the sleek Thin-Edge line.
For dedicated collectors, as well as for interior designers who look beyond “the look,” there is a “cool factor” inherent to vintage pieces from George Nelson and others. Nelson was in on it from the start, and it’s valuable to have a piece that was there with him.
But still, as is evident from the offerings from dealers on 1stDibs, in any of the designs, in any iteration whose manufacture Nelson oversaw and encouraged, there are shining elements of lightness, elegance, sophistication — and a little bit of swagger. George Nelson felt confident in his ideas about design and didn’t mind letting the world know.
Antique and vintage dining room tables have long been the anchor of the home's most social room. The round pedestal and long banquet forms most collected today trace back to the 18th and 19th centuries, when the dining room itself first came into fashion.
Styles to Know
Round and oval tables suit smaller or open-plan rooms, while rectangular pedestal and trestle tables remain the standard for larger, more formal spaces. A credenza adds extra serving storage nearby, and a vintage wall mirror overhead opens up the room. For layout ideas, browse 20 dining rooms arranged for entertaining.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Dining Table
A dining table is usually the largest piece in the room, which makes delivery details worth confirming: White Glove service, disassembly options, and the table's full length, leaves included, measured against the space you have. Every table comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, backed by the 1stDibs Promise.