Mid-Century Modern Triangular Oak Side Table, 1960s

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A distinctive mid-century modern triangular side table, featuring a beautifully shaped oak tabletop supported by three elegantly tapered wooden legs. … Read more A distinctive mid-century modern triangular side table, featuring a beautifully shaped oak tabletop supported by three elegantly tapered wooden legs. Dating stylistically to the 1950s–1960s, this unusual piece captures the playful geometric forms and understated craftsmanship associated with post-war modernist furniture design. The striking triangular tabletop features softly rounded corners and attractive natural oak grain, with warm golden-brown colouring and subtle variations in tone. Its three tapered legs are positioned beneath the corners of the tabletop, creating a balanced, lightweight appearance while complementing the table’s unusual geometric form. The simplicity of the construction, combined with the organic warmth of the timber, gives the piece a distinctly Scandinavian-influenced aesthetic. The triangular design makes this an especially versatile piece of vintage furniture. It could be positioned alongside a sofa as an occasional table, used as a compact coffee table or placed in a corner as a decorative display table. Its unusual proportions also make it particularly suitable for smaller living spaces, where a conventional rectangular coffee table might feel too imposing. An attractive example of mid-century modern furniture, combining sculptural design, natural materials and practical everyday functionality. Details Style: Mid Century Modern / Scandinavian Influenced / Modernist Period: Circa 1950s–1960s, stylistic estimate Material: Oak and oak-veneered timber Form: Triangular side / occasional table Distinctive geometric triangular tabletop Warm golden-brown oak finish Attractive natural wood grain Three elegantly tapered wooden legs Softly rounded tabletop corners Minimalist construction Compact proportions Suitable as a side table, occasional table or small coffee table Unattributed design Dimensions Width: 76 cm Depth: 38 cm Height: 40 cm Fair vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous use. The oak tabletop displays surface scratches, marks, areas of discolouration and general wear to the original finish. There is noticeable wear along the tabletop edges, including small chips, rubbing and areas where the veneer or edge finish has deteriorated. The tapered wooden legs show surface marks, scratches and areas of finish loss consistent with age. The table retains its attractive triangular form and original vintage character, although the surface would benefit from refinishing if a more polished appearance is desired. Condition Please refer to the condition and visible wear described above and in the photographs. See less