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Large Mid-Century Terracotta Panda Bear
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Glazed terracotta Panda Bear sculpture or figure. This beautiful Panda Bear is in excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Brown Bears, Beaver, Polar Bear, mid 19th French century animal engraving
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'1. L'Ours brun 2. Castor 3. L'Ours blanc'
French engraving with original hand-colourimg, circa 1840.
Category
Mid-19th Century French School Animal Prints
Materials
Engraving
Mid Century Hans Wegner Papa Bear Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Attractive ottoman based on Hans Wegner design. Made of beech wood and velour upholstery. In very good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wool, Beech
mid century modern hand sculpted solid oak Impressionist bear
By Austin Enterprises
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century hand carved solid oak figure of a bear. This modern impressionist sculpture
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Wall Street Bear Bronze Bookend Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern stock market bookend sculpture brass bear on a solid marble base. These iconic
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Norwegian Norway Mid-Century Teak Bear Sculpture In Manner of Arne Tjomsland
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in Studio City, CA
"
Would be a great addition to any Mid-Century Modern/Scandinavian art collection or make for an eye
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Greenlandica, Five Figures, Polar Bear, Seal and Three Inuits, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
ceramic piggy bank (polar bear).
Mid-20th century.
In good condition. All figures with minor defects
Category
Mid-20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
H 6.3 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in
Danish Design, Low Bronze Bowl with a Polar Bear, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish design, low bronze bowl with a polar bear.
Mid-20th Century.
Marked. "refractory bronze
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal
Mid 20th Century Tiny Baby Teddy Bear Soft Huggable Vintage
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Precious Vintage Tiny Baby Teddy Bear
jointed, soft and huggable
3 h x 1.75 w x .88 d
Preloved
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Fabric
Sun Bear - Ursus malayanus, mid 19th French century engraving
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Ours malais, Ursus malayanus, Raffles''
French engraving with original hand-colourimg, circa 1840.
Category
Mid-19th Century French School Animal Prints
Materials
Engraving
Caramel Velvet Vintage Papa Bear Chair, Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful velvet caramel colored vintage chair. Beautiful proportions and comfortable.
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Danish Bear Lounge Chair by Bent Møller Jepsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Mid century danish bear lounge chair by Bent Møller Jepsen for Simo Denmark 1959. Beautiful, rarely
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Mid Century Stoneware Bear Sculpture by Tilgmans Pottery Sweden
By Tilgmans Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice stoneware animal figurine of a bear by Tilgmans Pottery Sweden.
This sculpture was made by
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 4.34 in W 4.34 in D 3.15 in
Mid-Century Modern, Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Tray, Bull and Bear
By The Couroc Company
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century Modern serving tray made of phenolic resin, which was developed to be resistant to
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
1970s Mid Century Papa Bear Ottoman Styled After Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century papa bear ottoman designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Sweep into the classic, timeless appeal of mid-century modern design with this authentic Hans
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mid-Century Arne Tjomsland Style Carved Cedar Bear Cub Sculpture - Cerd Canada
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century - in the style of Arne Tjomsland - Norway, hand carved bear cub figure sculpture made
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Cedar
H 6 in W 10.25 in D 3 in
Danish Mid Century Modern, Papa Bear Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Svend Skipper
Located in Odense, DK
A wonderful Mid Century Modern "Papa Bear" wingback lounge chair, crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 39.38 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Mid-Century Danish Shearling Teddy Bear Armchair attr. to Mogens Lassen
By Mogens Lassen
Located in London, GB
A tall generous armchair, in caramel sheepskin shearling.
Denmark, c1960s.
Attributed to top Danish modernist designer Mogens Lassen.
Particularly attractive stance to th...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 37.8 in W 32.29 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Textured Glass Bear Bookends by Wayne Husted
By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of MCM Wayne Husted designed clear textured glass bear bookends for Blenko, circa 1960s. In
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass
H 6.5 in W 3.75 in D 3.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Pale Pink Marble Polar Bear Figurine Animal Sculpture 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern hand carved pale pink marble polar bear figurine, animal sculpture, 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
H 8 in W 14.75 in D 5 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern North American Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Large North American Navajo Hand crafted Sterling Silver Spirit/Heartline Bear
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Free Shipping
W 2 in L 2 in
French Mid Century Red Ceramic "Bear Hand" Ashtray Bowl by Georges Jouve, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century ceramic "Bear Hand" ashtray / bowl in warm red glaze by Georges Jouve
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 2.76 in W 7.29 in D 7.49 in
American Mid-Century Modern Woodworking & Cane Handwoven Doll, Teddy Bear Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Doll or Teddy Bear Bench Mid-Century Modern American craftsman woodworking toy.
All handmade
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Toys and Dolls
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 19 in W 22.75 in D 11.5 in
1950s Large Teak Polar Bear Sculpture Norway Mid-Century Scandinavian Tjomsland
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in Hyattsville, MD
sculptor in the Scandinavian modern golden age, or Mid-Century Modern Era. This was produced by Goodwill
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
H 5.5 in W 14 in D 4 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler. New released
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Footstools or Ottomans Papa Bear Style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
elegant with tall legs. They are very similar to the Footstool that goes with the famous Papa Bear chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Cotton, Teak
Possible Portrait of William Shakespeare
Located in London, GB
, Shakespeare was left-handed, as it our sitter. The sitter in this artwork bears a good similarity to
Category
16th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Oak
Vintage Mid Century Modernist Studio Tapia Brown Ceramic Polar Bear circa 1970s
By Gordon Newell
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Modernist Brown Ceramic Polar Bear
Rare ceramic art sculpture c 1970s
Minimalist polar
Category
20th Century Italian Minimalist Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Art Deco Silver Bronze Sculpture Polar Bear by George Lavroff
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Superb Silvered patinated Bronze Polar Bear Sculpture by George Lavroff mounted on a solid black
Category
Early 20th Century French Grand Tour Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 9.25 in W 17.25 in D 4.25 in
Bear Bagpiper
By Christophe Fratin
Located in PARIS, FR
base "Fratin"
Old edition cast
France
mid-19th century
height 10,5 cm
Biography
Christopher Fratin
Category
Mid-19th Century French School Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bear Dentist
By Christophe Fratin
Located in PARIS, FR
Signed on the base "Fratin"
Old edition cast
France
mid-19th century
height 15 cm
A similar model is
Category
Mid-19th Century French School Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Huge Mid-Century Modern Ainu Japanese Style Bear Statue with Salmon Fish
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A 20th century Ainu Japanese style bear statue, wood carved. Nice addition to your room or just for
Category
Vintage 1970s German Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 7.5 in W 11.25 in D 5.25 in
20th Century Collection of Five Contemporary Bears
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of 5 contemporary bears. All bears are jointed and in great condition. Minor loss of fur
Category
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Toys and Dolls
Materials
Mohair
Antique Print of a Black Bear, Brown Bear and Polar Bear, circa 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print of a black bear of America, brown bear of Europe and a Polar bear. This print
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
20th Century Light Blue Murano Glass Bear
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Milan, IT
A beautiful and rare Murano glass bear.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk as Model 220
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
H 31 in W 70 in D 34 in
Rare Early XL 1950s Arne Tjomsland Teak Polar Bear Sculpture Norway Mid-Century
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Norwegian sculptor in the Scandinavian modern golden age, or Mid-Century Modern Era. This was produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
H 5.25 in W 14 in D 4 in
Pearlware Bear Jug and Cover, English, Early 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
Napoleonic Bear Baiting Jug and Cover, Probably Scottish,
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Regency Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Fratin Bronze Bear Cup Not Signed
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Paris, FR
This Fratin bear cup is 19th century, not signed but similar to others, silver plate bronze.
The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Spinning Bear Rattle
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
tail of the bear T&Co./925.
Simply a wonderful baby's toy from Tiffany!
Date:
Mid-20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern King Sized Double Paneled Walnut Headboard
By Broyhill
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern king sized double paneled walnut headboard. Beautiful original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 37.25 in W 78.25 in D 1.5 in
Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970's. Fabric is original, with no rips, tears or stains. Made by Schweiger
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
14ct Gold Teddy Bear
Located in London, GB
14ct 585 Gold Vintage Moveable Jointed Bear
By Unknown Goldsmiths - Dated 1949
Stamped 14k which
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Gold
19th Century Fratin Bronze Bear Cup Signed Daubrée Editor
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Paris, FR
This Fratin bear cup is signed Daubrée editor, 19th century, silver plate bronze.
the cup is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Village by a Road
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jeffries Bear 1905-1952. It is signed in pencil at the lower right corner by the artist. The artwork size
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
Vintage Brass Teddy Bear Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage mid-century brass teddy bear bookends.
These pair of teddy bear would make a luxurious
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Brass
Cinnamon Bear: An Original 19th Century Audubon Hand-colored Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 19th century John James Audubon hand colored lithograph entitled "Cinnamon Bear
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
20th Century School Print of Ice Bear and Reindeer 'Double-Sided'
Located in Markington, GB
20th century school print of Ice bear and reindeer (double-sided) these prints were used to teach
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Paper
Walter Bosse Bear Figurine
By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse bear figurine
Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Antique Print of Polar Bears
Located in Langweer, NL
Original old print of polar bears. Lithograped by or after Hochdanz. Published circa 1865.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Walter Bosse Candleholder 'Bear'
By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse candleholder (bear)
(The selling is without the candle it is only decoration for the
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders
Materials
Brass
19th Century Fratin Bronze Bear Cup Fratin Signature is Engraved
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Paris, FR
This Fratin bear cup has engraved signature, 19th century, silver plate bronze.
The cup is mounted
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Mid-20th Century Indian Dhurrie Rug.
Size: 15'3" × 19'4" (464 × 589 cm).
Dhurrie, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Cotton
1950s Native American Bear Snowshoes
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
.
PERIOD: Mid 20th Century
ORIGIN: Maine, United States
SIZE: 51"L x 13"W
Family Owned & Operated
Cisco’s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Wood
Alaska Brown Bear Taxidermy Rug
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Very nice Alaska brown bear rug on brown felt. Harvested on the Aleutian chain at Port Moller
Category
Mid-20th Century American Taxidermy
Materials
Other
Abraham Palatnik Lucite Panda Bear Sculpture
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Abraham Palatnik Lucite panda bear sculpture
Mid-Century Modern.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Mid Century MB Design Rosengren Handsen Teak Sideboard
By Brande Møbelindustri
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant lines and sleek form distinguish this Danish Mid Century Sideboard in teak designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Ceramist, Unique Figure of Brown Bear in Glazed Stoneware
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian ceramist. Unique figure of brown bear in glazed stoneware, mid-20th century.
In very
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
mid-century modern silhouette. This particular piece has been meticulously reupholstered by skilled
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
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Find many varieties of an authentic mid century bear available at 1stDibs. A mid century bear — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. There are 3476 variations of the antique or vintage mid century bear you’re looking for, while we also have 54 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century bear, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century bear is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century bear over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, 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.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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, 2023To 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, 2023To 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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, 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.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2023To 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, 2022Mid-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, 2021Most 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, 2023A 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid 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, 2021Mid 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.
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