Tommi Parzinger End Tables
German furniture designer Tommi Parzinger brought high-style modernism to the forefront. Taking a vivid, stylized approach to mid-century furniture, many of his works feature boldly colored lacquers and offbeat finishes that make his pieces stand out among the works of his peers. Despite his uniquely progressive vision, Parzinger showed equal expertise in producing fine, traditional furnishings.
Born in Munich, Parzinger moved to New York City in 1932. He began his practice in the United States by designing for the Manhattan style trailblazer Rena Rosenthal. In 1939, he established his first company, which split its focus between handcrafted silver household items — such as tea sets and barware — and home furnishings, like dining tables and cabinets. In his first year in business, Parzinger exhibited several pieces of furniture at the 1939 New York World’s Fair.
A master craftsman, Parzinger sought out the most exceptional materials for his furniture, employing the finest woods — like mahogany and walnut — as well as including custom brass hardware and pewter inlays.
His silver works presented an elevated level of style and grace. A November 1939 article in LIFE magazine described Parzinger as “the most creative original designer of silverware in the United States.”
While he was still running his own business — creating 12 to 30 new designs each year — Charak Furniture Company appointed Parzinger as its head of modern furniture design. He modernized Charak’s design approach from a more traditional form to a mid-century modern style.
In the mid-1960s, Parzinger stopped designing furniture, turning his company over to his friend Donald Cameron. He shifted his attention to paintings, which he created until his death in 1981.
On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage Tommi Panzinger tables, lighting, storage pieces and more.
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Wood, Mahogany
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Leather, Mahogany
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Mahogany, Lacquer
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Glass, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1940s Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Leather, Mahogany
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Oak, Walnut
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Mahogany
1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Beech, Birch
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Wood, Wicker, Rattan
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Wood, Mahogany
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Linen, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Brass
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Leather, Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood, Paint
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger End Tables
Wood