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Seaside Painting Mid Century Beach Scene Painting Long Island Ocean Bathers
Located in East Hampton, NY
Mid century beach scene painting, colorful seaside painting, is a distressed vintage oil painting
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

English mid century beach and landscape scene, with fishing boats and fishermen
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century beach and landscape scene, with fishing boats and fishermen Ernest Wills was
Category

1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Beach Landscape Oil on Board
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Beach landscape painted mid century in oil on board.
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Midcentury Beach Scenic Oil on Board in Original Frame, Post War Signed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Midcentury Realism beach scenic landscape oil on board in its original dark stained frame, signed
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Ceramic Planter Vase
Located in Miami, FL
, beach house or cottage, rustic or country themed. Measures: 9 3/8" Diameter x 7 1/4" High.
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Bamboo Folding End Tables, Serving or Side Tables
By Tommy Bahama
Located in Miami, FL
traditional, contemporary, mid-century, beach house or modern home. Can also be used as serving tables in a
Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Signed Italian Oil Painting c. 1950's Fishing Boat Sunny Beach Side Sea Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
On the Beach Italian Impressionist, circa 1950's signed "Falconi" oil on canvas, framed framed: 21
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

At the Beach - Original Pastel - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
the mid-20th Century. The state of preservation of the artwork is good with some foxing and black
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Pastel

Kirby - Mid 20th Century Oil, Blustery Beach
Located in Corsham, GB
This charming Mid-Century scene depicts a coastal town on a stormy day. Washing lines shake in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Day at the Beach
Located in New Orleans, LA
A Day at the Beach by unkown American School painter, circa 1940-1950, oil on canvas. Framed: 31 x
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid 20th Century Gouache - Beached Boats
Located in Corsham, GB
A coastal scene depicting rows of colourful beached boats with a pier in the distance. Presented in
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20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gouache

Fishermen Working on the Beach - Original Drawing - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
mid-20th century. Very good condition, no signature. Included a white cardboard passpartout (34x49
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

At the Beach - Drawing by Mino Maccari - Mid 20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
At the Beach is an original Watercolour realized by Mino Maccari in mid-20th Century. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink, Watercolor

At the Beach - Drawing by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
At the Beach is a Pen Drawing realized by Mino Maccari (1924-1989) in the Mid-20th Century. Hand
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen

British Mid 20th Century Impressionist Painting Day At The Beach
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Frank Duffield (British, 1908-1982) signed original watercolour painting on artistic paper, unframed size: 10.5 x 14.75 inches condition: overall very good, minor wear to the edges a...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Driftwood on the Beach, Mid Century Coastal Landscape
By Genevieve Rogers
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful mid century coastal landscape painting of driftwood at the beach by California artist
Category

Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas, Illustration Board

French Mid Century Rock Beach Blue Sea Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) ...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Figures on the Beach, Mid Century East Java Indonesia Coast Landscape Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid-century landscape watercolor of figures on a beautiful beach in Indonesia, and early work by
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Paper

From the beach - Original Pencil by Herta Hausmann - Mid-20th century
Located in Roma, IT
From the beach is a pencil drawing by Herta Hausmann. Good conditions and atelier stamp on the
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Mid-20th Century Oil Painting Summerday at the Beach
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A painting of a scene at a beach on a summery in impressionistic style. It has a signature left
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid-20th Century Oil Painting Summerday at the Beach
Mid-20th Century Oil Painting Summerday at the Beach
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H 16.54 in W 20.48 in D 1.58 in
Mid-Century Original Vintage Poster, 'Campari Soda Beach Umbrella'
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Mid-Century Original Vintage Poster, 'CAMPARI SODA BEACH UMBRELLA ' Campari Soda Umbrella
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Linen, Paper

At the Beach - Drypoint and Etching by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
At the Beach is an original Etching and Drypoint realized by Mino Maccari in Mid-20th Century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching, Drypoint

Deep Surf, Laguna Beach - Mid Century Seascape
By Raphael G. Wolff
Located in Soquel, CA
Dynamic, beautiful seascape of deep surf on the rocks by Raphael G. Wolff (American, 1908-1972). Signed lower right " Raphael G. Wolff" and “RGW” stamped on stretcher bar. Displayed ...
Category

1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Slim Aarons 'Beach Backgammon' Mid-century Modern Photography
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
the luxury, glamour, and jet-set lifestyle of the mid-20th century. Renowned for his candid portraits
Category

1960s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

Slim Aarons 'Beach Backgammon' Mid-century Modern Photography
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
the luxury, glamour, and jet-set lifestyle of the mid-20th century. Renowned for his candid portraits
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1960s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

Set of 3 Brown Jordan American Mid-Century Outdoor Aluminum Beach / Sand Chairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century outdoor aluminum beach / sand chairs with latticed backs and seats in
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid Century Female Nude Figure, Sea Cliff Beach
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Soquel, CA
Female nude figure at the beach by listed artist Jon Blanchette (American, 1908-1987). Presented in
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1950s American Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Mid Century Mazatlan Beach Catamaran Figurative Landscape Watercolor
By William A. Corbett
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant figurative seascape of a beach in Mazatlan, Mexico with several figures and a catamaran
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1960s American Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Paper

Constantine Bay Cornwall - Mid 20th Century English Impressionist Beach Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
This very beautiful mid 20th century impressionist oil on board by Gilbert Adams depicts
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Swedish mid century Impressionist beach scene with fishing boats
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful Mid century Swedish Impressionist scene of a beach with fishing boats. The artist was
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1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Monastery Beach Carmel California Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Carmel Monastery Beach California Impressionist Oil Painting Beautiful impressionist
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1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Masonite

Large Framed Mid 20th Century Oil - Summer Beach Scene
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine Impressionist coastal scene depicting an expansive beach with figures. The artist has
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20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Original French Mid Century Oil - Bright & Vibrant Sunbathing Beach Portrait
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
). Died in Paris in December 2001. 20th century. French. Engraver, painter and draftsman of compositions
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Slim Aarons 'Palm Beach Idyll' Mid-century Modern Photography
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Palm Beach Idyll 1963 C-Print Estate signature stamped and hand numbered edition of 150 with
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

Lambda

Slim Aarons 'Palm Beach Idyll' Mid-century Modern Photography
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Palm Beach Idyll 1963 C-Print Estate signature stamped and hand numbered edition of 150 with
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1960s Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

Lambda

Figures on the Beach - Mid 20th Century French Impressionist Seaside Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
. Artist: J. Nocquet (French, 20th century) Title: Figures on the Beach Medium: Oil on board Size: 16 x 19
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Mid Century Laguna Beach, California Seascape -- "Wind and Wave"
By Mildred Ruth Finch Brown
Located in Soquel, CA
Dynamic mid century seascape capturing the moment a wave crashes upon the rocks at Emerald Bay
Category

1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Framed Mid 19th Century Watercolour - Children on the Beach
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine watercolour study of two young children hand in hand. They appear to be brother and sister. The young boy holds a large fishing net as he wades through the shallow waters of t...
Category

19th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Mid-20th Century Coney Beach Porthcawl British Pleasure Park Lithograph Poster
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th Century Coney Beach Porthcawl British Pleasure Park Lithograph Poster An original vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Very Comfortable Century
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Harry Sternberg Mid Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting Of A Beach Scene
By Harry Sternberg
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Harry Sternberg Mid Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting Of A Beach Scene. it is entitled “Like
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Masonite

Will Nickless (1902-1977) - Mid 20th Century Oil, A Crowded Beach
Located in Corsham, GB
A captivating British oil by Will Nickless (1902-1977), depicting a crowded beach in the height of
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Three at the Beach, " Rare Mid-Century Linocut Print by Berger
By Roland Berger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Full of energy and humour, this depiction of three nude male figures on a beach, one strutting by
Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Prints

Mid 20th Century French Impressionist Oil Beached Fishing Boats Sleepy Coastal
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Sleepy Coastline signed by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on artist paper, unframed measures: 12 high by 16.5 inches ...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Art Tile Top Beach Scene Turned Legs Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern rectangular Artist-signed art tile top coffee table on turned legs. Aluminum
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Palm Beach Mid Century Pencil Reed Rattan Bamboo Dining Table Base
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern organic pencil reed rattan bamboo dining table base. You can top with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Reed

MCM Leather Club Swivel Chair by Century Furniture Co
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage MCM Leather Club Chair by
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Modern Mixed Media Painting -- Day at the Beach
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful mid century mixed media coastal/figurative in loose/painterly style by Irmal Gertrude
Category

1950s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Ink, Color Pencil, Watercolor

Mid 20th Century French Post Impressionist Painting Floral Hill Along The Beach
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Jean La Forgue (French 1901-1975) watercolour on paper, unframed painting: 12 x 17 inches provenance: the artists estate, France condition: very good and sound condition; there are ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Mid Century Abstracted Landscape -- Flying A Kite at the Beach
By Irene Pattinson
Located in Soquel, CA
Playful abstracted watercolor of a beach scene by Irene Pattinson (American, 1909-1999). Signed and
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1950s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Pen, Paper

Glamorous Palm Beach Portrait with Sun Hat - Mid Century Female Illustrator
By Ruth Sigrid Grafstrom
Located in Miami, FL
The mid-century glamour portrait of an elegant, long-necked woman in silhouette with a straw sun
Category

1940s Impressionist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Pen

"Seascape" Mid Century Modern Impasto Paining of Boats Beach and Ocean
By Italo Botti
Located in Austin, TX
depicts a sunny beach with an orange boat in the foreground. In the distance in a pale blue sea under a
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20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Pair of very
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

French Walnut Upholstered Seat Long Beach from the Mid-19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stylish French walnut long bench with upholstered seat from the mid-19th century. This bench
Category

Antique 19th Century French Benches

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

"Late Afternoon on the Beach", Mid Century Painting w/ Blond Nude Male Figure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This atmospheric and magical view of a single nude male figure on a California beach is imbued with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Boats on the Beach - Large Mid 20th Century Danish Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
Beautiful large mid 20th century Danish oil on canvas by Aage Strand. Signed with initials lower
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Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Tidal Beach Vase by Dümler & Breiden, Mid-Century Modern c. 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
in 1883. During the mid-20th century, the company gained popularity for its vibrant and expressive
Category

1960s Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic

At the Seashore, European School, Mid-20th Century, Child Seated at Beach
Located in Wiscasset, ME
"At the Seashore" is a mid-20th century Impressionist painting of a young boy at the shore.
Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Four Mid-Century Modern Feet Stoul in Beach Wood and Black Leather - France
Located in Girona, ES
Four feet stool, beach wood and stained beechwood, black leather new upholstery. France circa
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Beech

Beach
By Jamie Hince
Located in New York, NY
16x20” Limited Edition Next available edition printed upon purchase. Other sizes available. Please allow 4 weeks for production.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Landscape Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century beach for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every mid century beach was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a mid century beach, we have 3032 options in-stock, while there are 161 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century beach, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century beach, those designed in mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one mid century beach that is appealing in its simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris, Jim Rose and Milo Baughman produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Beach?

Prices for a mid century beach start at $35 and top out at $345,000 with the average selling for $1,952.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.