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Warren McArthur Aluminum Card Table 30" Formica Top Double X Base c.1938

Creator: Warren McArthur / Warren McArthur Furniture Corp. -Warren McArthur Corporation
Offered by: Appleton

Description
This compact Warren McArthur table, dating to circa 1938, exemplifies the designer’s unique fusion of industrial engineering and refined American modernism. At 30 x 30 inches with a height of 28 inches, it is ideally sized for use as a card table, writing desk, or small-format work table, making it one of the most versatile footprints in McArthur’s catalog.

The top is clad in original black Formica, a resilient and distinctly modern material that McArthur favored for its durability and clean, architectural presence. The multi-layer edge banding is beautifully expressed, catching light and echoing the stepped geometry found in his more elaborate designs.

Structurally, this table features the desirable double X-form cross supports, a configuration that adds both rigidity and sculptural clarity. The four legs are subtly splayed, giving the piece a poised stance and an unmistakable 1930s streamlined profile. Each leg terminates in the iconic rubber “donut” foot, a hallmark of late-1930s McArthur production and a detail that collectors prize for its authenticity and graphic punch.

Constructed from McArthur’s signature brushed aluminum tubing, the frame retains its soft, satin sheen with age-appropriate wear consistent with careful use. Lightweight yet remarkably strong, the table reflects the designer’s background in aviation engineering and his commitment to functional elegance.

A superb example of Machine Age American design, this piece integrates effortlessly into interiors ranging from Art Deco to contemporary minimalism, offering both historical significance and practical usability.

More Information

Documentation:	Ample Provenance
Origin:	United States, New York
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	anodized aluminum, formica, cast rubber
Condition:	Good. good condition
Creation Date:	c. 1938
Styles / Movements:	Bauhaus, Art Deco, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	837515

Dimensions

W.	30 in;	H.	28 in;	D.	30 in;
W.	76.2 cm;	H.	71.12 cm;	D.	76.2 cm;

Shipping Information:

15% Reshelving Charge. Ask about competitive S&H rates.

Message from Seller:

Established in 1984, Appleton offers a curated selection of 20th Century furniture, tables, chairs, and décor, featuring works by iconic designers like Frank Lloyd Wright and Edward Wormley. For inquiries, contact us at appletonarts@gmail.com.