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Mid-Century Modern castanho wooden side table from Portugal, made of wood (nogueira) with dimensions 62 cm high, 36 cm wide and 27 cm deep, dating to 1960–1970, weighing 1.5 kg, in excellent condition with minimal signs of aging and wear.
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Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Side Table (Honey-Gold Oak Finish)
This original Mid-Century modern telephone stand has been beautifully revived, spending 7 dedicated hours in restoration—spanning careful cleaning, detailed hand-sanding, and a meticulous multi-stage refinement—we aimed to preserve its historical weight while injecting a fresh, contemporary glow. Treated with 3 rich coats of premium Bondex and protective polyurethane satin coat, the wood radiates a stunning honeyed tone that highlights its smooth, uninterrupted organic grain.
Its defining trait is its architectural profile: sweeping, swooping side-guards that effortlessly frame the lower open shelf, balanced over extraordinarily long, dramatic tapered legs. While historically meant to hold a rotary phone, this sculptural unit reimagines itself for the modern home as an iconic bedroom nightstand, an entry hall focal piece for mail and keys, or a bespoke reading corner companion.
Specifications:
• Type: Mid-Century Modern Small Accent / Telephone Stand
• Materials: Premium Oak Finish, Bondex, Polyurethane Protective Topcoat
• Design Features: Sweeping geometric side panels, dynamic elongated tapered legs, open-tier storage niche
• Condition: Pristine restored vintage condition. Structurally perfect with a durable, scratch-resistant surface shield.
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Side Table (Honey-Gold Oak Finish)
This original Mid-Century modern telephone stand has been beautifully revived, spending 7 dedicated hours in restoration—spanning careful cleaning, detailed hand-sanding, and a meticulous multi-stage refinement—we aimed to preserve its historical weight while injecting a fresh, contemporary glow. Treated with 3 rich coats of premium Bondex and protective polyurethane satin coat, the wood radiates a stunning honeyed tone that highlights its smooth, uninterrupted organic grain.
Its defining trait is its architectural profile: sweeping, swooping side-guards that effortlessly frame the lower open shelf, balanced over extraordinarily long, dramatic tapered legs. While historically meant to hold a rotary phone, this sculptural unit reimagines itself for the modern home as an iconic bedroom nightstand, an entry hall focal piece for mail and keys, or a bespoke reading corner companion.
Specifications:
• Type: Mid-Century Modern Small Accent / Telephone Stand
• Materials: Premium Oak Finish, Bondex, Polyurethane Protective Topcoat
• Design Features: Sweeping geometric side panels, dynamic elongated tapered legs, open-tier storage niche
• Condition: Pristine restored vintage condition. Structurally perfect with a durable, scratch-resistant surface shield.

