{"product_id":"mid-century-walnut-mel-smilow-smilow-thielle-single-drawer-night-stand-side-table-new-york-c1950","title":"Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstand by Mel Smilow for Smilow-Thielle","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional original mid-century modern walnut nightstand designed by renowned American designer \u003cstrong\u003eMel Smilow\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eSmilow-Thielle\u003c\/strong\u003e of New York during the 1950s. Celebrated for his clean, functional designs and outstanding craftsmanship, Mel Smilow created furniture that has become highly sought after by collectors of authentic mid-century modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully crafted from walnut, this rectangular nightstand features a single drawer with clean, understated lines and stands on classic tapered mid-century legs. Its minimalist form highlights the quality of the materials and construction, allowing the rich walnut grain and warm original finish to take center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding to its appeal is its wonderful provenance. This nightstand has remained with its original owners since the 1950s, when they purchased several pieces from the Smilow-Thielle collection to furnish their first home together in New York. Having spent its entire life in a pet-free and smoke-free home, it has been carefully preserved while developing the beautiful mellow patina that only decades of gentle use can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Mel Smilow did not sign his furniture, the distinctive design and construction are characteristic of his work, making this a wonderful opportunity to own an authentic piece from one of America's most respected mid-century designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used as a nightstand, side table, or accent piece, this rare example combines timeless design, exceptional craftsmanship, and an interesting ownership history that will appeal to collectors and design enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nightstand is solid, sturdy, and structurally sound. It retains its original warm walnut finish with a beautiful aged patina and displays only minor age-appropriate marks, wear, and small dings consistent with careful vintage use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawer operates smoothly, and the legs unscrew for easier transportation and shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description and provide additional details regarding the craftsmanship, finish, and overall condition of this vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional photographs are always available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 17 1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 30\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepth: 28 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem #: GY2548\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod: Mid-Century (1950s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Modern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Mel Smilow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker: Smilow-Thielle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials: Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Mel Smilow for Smilow-Thielle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1950s production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal warm walnut finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle drawer for concealed storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean minimalist design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic tapered mid-century legs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLegs unscrew for easier shipping and transportation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderful single-owner provenance since the 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy With Confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand that purchasing an antique online can be a significant decision. 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