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Mid-Century Floating Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern floating armchair with polished chrome base.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Floating Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of bedside tables in the style of Vladimir Kagan with its floating sculpted base. Decorative
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Floating Top Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern desk by Tri Bond Furniture, with floating top and finished back.
Please confirm
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Floating Sofa by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a remarkably beautiful floating sofa by Milo Baughman / Thayer Coggin. The curvaceous
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Mid Century Floating Nightstands with Pepe Mendoza Pulls
By Pepe Mendoza
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
metalwork in exuberant forms. Rumor has it; Mendoza also produced hardware for other well known mid-century
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Modernist Palettes, Orange and Turquoise Mid-Century Floating Shapes, Abstract
By Ryan Rivadeneyra
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Modernist Palettes" is a hand-painted acrylic painting on high-quality 300g paper by artist Ryan Rivadeneyra. These painting, influenced by modernist artists of the 50's, 60's, and...
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Ink, Sumi Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Archival Paper
Pair of Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Floating Top Walnut Coffee Table / Benches
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Danish Mid-Century walnut coffee tables / benches with floating tops supported by a walnut
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut, Wood
H 15 in W 54 in D 21 in
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Rose Pink Upholstery and Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a textured rose pink upholstered seat resting on a walnut
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Fabric
H 16.5 in W 48 in D 19 in
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Black Tufted Vinyl and Wood Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a black vinyl button tufted seat resting on a wooden
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Light Gray Upholstered Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a walnut stretcher base supporting a rectangular seat
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Jens Risom Danish Gray Velvet Upholstered Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a walnut stretcher base supporting a rectangular seat
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Wood
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Orange Floating Cube Lounge / Armchairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century floating cube lounge /armchairs with polished chrome frames and orange
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
H 25 in W 29 in D 31 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube Chrome and Beige Upholstery Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century floating cube design armchairs with beige upholstery with a faint
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 25.75 in W 24.5 in D 25 in
Chrome and Pink Floral Fabric Floating Slipper Chair 'Manner of Milo Baughman'
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century floating slipper chair with pink, green, and beige floral fabric upholstery
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
H 28 in W 27 in D 32 in
Jens Risom Danish Floating Stained Walnut and Floral Upholstered Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish mid-century floating bench with a dark stained walnut frame with four tapered square legs
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Wood
1950s Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk Style After Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid century floating top desk design by Milo Baughman for Drexel "Perspective collection" in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Willy Guhl Concrete and Steel Floating Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating concrete bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Sturdy
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Benches
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Floating Cabinets by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
Elevate your interior with these exquisite mid-century floating cabinets, masterfully designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Midcentury Lounge Chairs by Jan Vanek for Uluv Czechoslovakia
By Úľuv, Jan Vanek
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury floating lounge chairs were designed by Jan Vanek for Uluv Czechosloavkia in Slovenia
Category
Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Arne Vodder for GV Møbler Rosewood Desk, circa 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Norwalk, CT
Mid-Century "floating" silhouette, with three dovetailed drawers and one large cubby-style cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Willy Guhl Green Fiberglass and Steel Bench, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable mid-century floating bench by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Circa 1960s. Perfect minimal
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Benches
Materials
Metal
Wim Wilson Black and White Wall Mount Credenza for Castelijn, 1964 Model D242
By Castelijn, Wim Wilson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, floating wall mount credenza designed by Wim Wilson for Castelijn, 1964. Castelijn
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Aluminum
H 19 in W 95.38 in D 19 in
Unusual Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Dresser
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice unusual serused oak floating top Mid-Century Modern dresser.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Lacquered Burlwood Floating Nightstand Cabinet Vintage Mid Century Modern
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This stunning burlwood floating nightstand is the perfect addition to any bedroom. Made from solid
Category
Mid-20th Century Cabinets
Materials
Burl
Mid Century Figurative Seascape, Shanghai Floating Market
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful mid century figurative landscape of two small boats on blue-green water with three
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24 in W 28.75 in D 2 in
Mid Century Walnut Floating Shelves, a Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century walnut floating shelves - A pair
Each shelf measures: 35 wide x 10 deep x 19 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Floating Wall-Mounted Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern wall-mount cabinet with black marble top and rich rosewood grain. Four storage
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Floating Rosewood Nightstands
Located in Emeryville, CA
Danish Mid-Century furniture epitomizes Scandinavian design principles with its timeless elegance
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Rosewood
Italian Mid- Century Sculptural Bronze 'Floating' Sectional Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Mid- Century sculptural bronze 'Floating' Sectional Set, Consisting of Two Sofas and One
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Danish Walnut Floating Sliding Door Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century Danish walnut floating sliding door credenza
Credenza measures: 64.75 wide x 18.25
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Stunning Curved Sculptural Floating Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Absolutely stunning curved floating sofa with unusual sculpted walnut legs. This is a vintage piece
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Splayed Floating Bench with Button Details
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern "floating" bench was realized in the United States circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric
Milo Baughman Mid Century Modern Red Tuxedo Floating Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Hartford, CT
Iconic mid century Milo Baughman tuxedo floating sofa upholstered in a vibrant Jack Lenor
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Wood
1950's Mid-Century Modernist Floating Top Curved Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Art Deco design. It has a curved design that gives it a distinctive appeal and a large floating
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Mid Century Burl Wood Floating Display Cabinet
By Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans Mid Century burl wood floating display cabinet.
Measures: 24.5 wide x 13.75 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Purple Tufted Velour and Wood Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century rectangular floating bench with a purple button tufted velour seat resting on a
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern 3 Piece Walnut Chrome Tobocman Wall Hanging Floating Credenza
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A gorgeous 3 piece walnut and chrome Tobocman hanging/floating credenza set. This stunning wall
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
H 21 in W 68 in D 20 in
Mid Century Italian Greige Floating Mirror by Cristale Arte
By Cristal Arte
Located in Westport, CT
Gorgeous circular warm and dark smokey taupe colored floating crystal beveled glass frame mirror
Category
Mid-20th Century Wall Mirrors
Materials
Art Glass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Floating Nightstand/Shelf
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish floating nightstand/shelf, circa 1960's. Wall mount shelf/bedside with slim low
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Hardwood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Floating Nightstand/Shelf
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish floating nightstand/shelf, circa 1960's. Wall mount shelf/bedside with slim low
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Hardwood
Burlwood Mid-Century Modern Floating Desk, Console, 1960s, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
gives a floating effect. A perfect desk, table or console to place against the wall because of its
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Burled Olive Wood Chrome Floating Credenza Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome burled olivewood and ebonized lacquer floating credenza. There is a nice custom glass
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Unique Mid-Century Modern Italian Floating Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This comfortable pair of vintage Italian hardwood armchairs features a comfortable vinyl upholstered seat and backrest. Studded trim on back of seats, perfect pair for a variety of s...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Henry Rosengren, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Floating Desk, Brazilian Rosewood
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Mobelfabrik, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Floating Desk, Rosewood
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
H 28 in W 70.75 in D 31.5 in
"Floating" Mid Century Modern Fort Worth Texas Artist
By Dickson Reeder
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil on Board Mid Century Modern
Biography
Dickson Reeder (1912 - 1970)
Edward Dickson Reeder began
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Apartment Sized Mid-Century Modern Styled Floating Teak Credenza / Sideboard
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Perfect Apartment sized Mid-Century Modern "Floating" Asymmetrical handmade credenza / media stand
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Teak, Plywood
H 30 in W 55 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Floating Base 5 Drawers High Chest Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern 5 drawers walnut "floating" base cone shape legs dresser with brass pulls.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H P Hansen Mid Century Danish Rosewood Floating Executive Desk
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Countryside, IL
H P Hansen Mid Century Danish Rosewood Floating Executive Desk
This desk measures: 74.25 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Large Mid-Century Modern Abstract Driftwood Floating Suspended Sculpture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Mid-Century Modern Abstract Driftwood Floating Suspended Sculpture.
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Natural Specimens
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Industrial Gray Dazor Floating Articulated Floor Lamp
By Dazor
Located in Lafayette, IN
This lamp is a rare piece of Mid-Century Modern Industrial Design and features the hard-to-find
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern cube Square tan Laminate floating Coffee Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A Mid-Century Modern cube square tan laminate floating coffee table. The table is in great original
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Plywood
Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Bench/Table
By Jens Risom
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Bench Table
This is a bench(we have two
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Apartment Sized Mid-Century Modern Styled Floating Teak Credenza / Sideboard
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Perfect Apartment sized Mid-Century Modern "Floating" Asymmetrical handmade credenza / media stand
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Teak, Plywood
H 30 in W 55 in D 17.5 in
Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Superb Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Floating Desk by Dyrlund. All dark rosewood desk with 3
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Marble Floating Long Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Long Gondola Sofa - Daybed
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Long
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Carrara Marble
Paul Evans Cityscape Mid Century Burl Wood Floating Display Cabinet
By Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans cityscape Mid Century burl wood floating display cabinet
Measures: 24.5 wide x 13.75
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Burl
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets
By Harvey Probber, George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Dressers Floating Console Cabinets MINT!
Featuring
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
H 25 in W 48 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Floating Top Walnut Side Table by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, square walnut side table by Jens Risom features a floating top with sculptural
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Boris Smirnoff (1903 - 2007) - Mid 20th Century Watercolour, Floating Head
By Boris Smirnoff
Located in Corsham, GB
A well presented and colourful watercolour study by Barry Herniman of Connemara coastline, Ireland. A lonely beached fishing boat has been captured nestled on the shore. Signed to th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
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Mid Century Floating For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century floating for your home. Each mid century floating for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Find 1152 options for an antique or vintage mid century floating now, or shop our selection of 25 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the mid century floating you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century floating, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Milo Baughman, Jens Risom and Thayer Coggin each produced at least one beautiful mid century floating that is worth considering.
How Much is a Mid Century Floating?
A mid century floating can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $80,850.
Questions About Mid Century Floating
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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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