I find the combination between the legs and table top interesting on this midcentury furniture piece designed by Milo Baughman. The table top is clean walnut veneer and appears as though it could adorn many styles of furniture. The metal base creates an entirely different effect than the table top and speaks of the influence of modern design. The tight-nit metal pattern reminds me of architecture as something that may appear as part of a building structure. This occasional table was made by Thayer Coggin who had a long association with Milo Baughman. This would be a wonderful find in a resale shop today in the neighborhood of $1,100-$1,500.
The Vestry Side Table Inspired by Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Duane Modern has created the Vestry Side Table for followers of modern furniture whose tastes span back to mid-century roots. The varying levels, shapes, and elements of Vestry hearken back to original mid-century design. When I look at this piece I see so many elements all wrapped up into one small table. There is the open end on one side. The table legs criss-cross forming an interesting design pattern. There is a cut-out where the table leaf should be squared off on its end. There is an open area in the mid-shelf where the drawer area is not completed across the width of the table. If there is a piece where many elements are rolled into one, than this is it. Measurements: 18" x 28" x 25". Price: $2,800. Available: here.
