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Mid Century La Prima Vera Portrait of Girl with Balloon
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful mid century portrait of young girl with balloon in style of Raoul Duffy by Barbara "Mari
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1960s American Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Crystal Vase by Anatole Riecke, Mid Century, La Coupole Restaurant Paris
By A. Riecke
Located in Crespières, FR
century. A. Riecke participated in the decoration of the famous Parisian restaurant “La Coupole”, symbol
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

1940s Cantù Nightstand Table Gio Ponti attributable in Walnut, Maple Crystal Top
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Fabulous midcentury La Permanente Mobili Cantù Table nightstand, Gio Ponti attributable, in blond
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Crystal

Deco birch coffee table with magazine rack
Located in Brescia, IT
l'essenza del design scandinavo mid-century. La struttura in betulla, con le sue venature calde e naturali
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Birch

Deco birch coffee table with magazine rack
Deco birch coffee table with magazine rack
H 23.63 in W 28.35 in D 19.69 in
Glass Houses
By Phaidon
Located in New York City, NY
der Rohe’s Farnsworth House, and glamorous mid-century LA villas like Pierre Koenig’s Case Study #22
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2010s Chinese Books

Materials

Paper

Glass Houses
Glass Houses
H 11.38 in W 9.88 in D 2 in
Sketch - Drawing by Ugo La Pietra - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original drawing in pen on paper realized by Ugo La Pietra in mid-20th Century. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen

Card signed by Gen. Alfonso la Marmora - Mid-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Card signed by Alfonso la Marmora. (20x9 cm). Perfect conditions. Collaborator of the King of
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Mid-19th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Paper, Ink

Mid Century Modern Table Lamp by La Murrina Vetreria
By La Murrina
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
La Murrina is an esteemed Murano glass company that is famous for its exquisite glasswork and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Ceiling Light by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-Century Modern Murano glass "patchwork" pendant light. Meticulously crafted with unparalleled
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vases by La Murrina, 1970s
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of beautiful Murano glass vases signed La Murrina, 1970s. Asymmetric base with a flower like
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light by La Murrina in Murano Glass
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
This striking pendant light was crafted by La Murrina in Murano during the 1970s. The exquisite
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Murano Glass Chandelier La Murrina Italian Design 1970s
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Murano glass chandelier La Murrina Italian design 1970s Intact and in excellent
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian mid-century modern wood wicker chairs Bermuda by La Rinascente, 1960s
By La Rinascente
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wood and wicker chairs Bermuda by La Rinascente, 1960s. Set of 5 chairs
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Two Identical Signed Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers, La Murrina in Murano Glass
By La Murrina
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Pair of signed clear and white Murano glass chandeliers by La Murrina, consisting of 36 petals and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Oscar de la Renta Chinese Credenza for Century
By Century Furniture, Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hanover, MA
BG GALLERIES END OF YEAR SALE Oscar de la Renta (22 July 1932 – 20 October 2014) designed four
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Hardwood

La Murrina Mid-Century Modern White Murano Glass Selle Chandelier, 1988s
By La Murrina
Located in Murano, Venezia
A very elegant chandelier, with glass elements called "Selle". The chandelier in the picture consists in the repetition of 121 elements stained with an intense white and nine E26/E27...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Triangular Wall or Ceiling Light by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Aci Castello, IT
mid-century modern design, giving it a geometric allure that instantly draws the eye. Crafted from
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by La Murrina in Murano Glass, circa 1970
By La Murrina
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern table lamp with one light in the style of 'La Murrina' globes, manufactured in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by La Murrina in Murano Glass, circa 1970
By La Murrina
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern table lamp with one light by La Murrina in Murano glass and brass hardware, this
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Wall Lights or Sconces, La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Lisse, NL
Great looking, easy to mount and beautifully mouth blown pair of glass wall lights. This marked and labelled pair of Italian glass art sconces are acquired as a complete set of five...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Manifattura Italiana wall-mounted coat rack, 1960s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Negli anni '60, la Manifattura Italiana ha prodotto appendiabiti da parete che incarnavano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

La Barge Square Eglomise Wall Mirror with Chinoiserie Natural Scene Mid Century
By La Barge
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lovely rectangular vertical mirror by Labarge having Chinoiserie decorated frame with gold gilt background poetically decorated with birds and Asian inspired foliage. Signed by the a...
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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Gold Gilt Wall Mirror La Barge Diamond
By La Barge
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a delightful, diamond shaped, gold gilded wood wall mirror by La Barge
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Signed La Murrina in Murano Amber Glass, ca 1970
By La Murrina
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful five-light chandelier in Amber and clear Murano glass by La Murrina, every glass element
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

La Murrina Mid-Century Modern Crystal White Selle Murano Glass Chandelier, 1988
By La Murrina
Located in Murano, Venezia
A very elegant chandelier, with glass elements called "Selle". Designed by La Murrina in 1988, the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

La Murrina Mid-Century Modern Crystal Amber Selle Murano Glass Chandelier, 1985
By La Murrina
Located in Murano, Venezia
A very elegant chandelier, with glass elements called "Selle". Designed by La Murrina in 1985, the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century French Ceramic Pitcher by La Roue 'circa 1960s', Small
By La Roue
Located in London, GB
Vintage French ceramic flower-motif pitcher by La Roue, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). A charming
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Vintage 1960s French Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

A 1960s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Murano Glass Wall Light by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Aci Castello, IT
the style and elegance of the mid-20th century. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this wall
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Original La MURRINA Murano glass vase (26hx25cm) Mid-century modern retro decor
By La Murrina
Located in Firenze, FI
1980s Original Murano mid-century modern retro decor light pink glass vase by La Murrina Vetreria
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Vintage 1980s Italian Vases

Materials

Murano Glass, Murrine

"La Murrina" Mid-century Modern Italian Brass and Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
By La Murrina
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Table lamp by the renowned La Murrina, made in the artistic period of the 70s. The shade of this
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960's Mid-Century Modern Gold Leaf Mirror in the Style of La Barge
By La Barge
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960's Mid-Century Modern gold leaf wall mirror in the style of La Barge, in vintage
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

La Paglia International Sterling Silver Bowl Mid-Century Modern & Jensen Style
By International Sterling, Georg Jensen, Alphonse La Paglia
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Alphonse La Paglia for International Sterling, sterling silver bowl, in Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Rouillard Unique handmade mid XXth century ceramic pitcher Original brown stoneware ceramic
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage glass table lamp in the style of La Rochere, 1960s mid-century, original
By La Rochere
Located in London, GB
Blown glass with brass fittings. A truly beautiful table lamp in super original condition and fully functioning. Fitted with original switched bulb holder and cable. Standard bayone...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

La Civilisation à la Porte - Lithograph - Mid-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
La Civilisation à la Porte is a Lithograph realized by an anonymous artist in the mid-19th Century
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Mid-19th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Italian Mid-Century Writing Desk by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Step into the allure of mid-century Italian design with this masterfully writing desk crafted in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-century modern pair of signed 'La Murrina' Italian table lamps, circa 1970
By La Murrina
Located in London, GB
"La Murrina"
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

La Civilisation à la Porte - Lithograph - Mid-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Figures is an Original Lithograph realized by an anonymous artist in the mid-19th Century The
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Mid-19th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Italian Mid-Century Teakwood Sideboard by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This stunning Italian sideboard has been manufactured by La Permanente Mobili Cantù and is a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

La Borne 20th Mid Century Brown Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp 1980 Lighting
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
La Borne Realised circa 1980, signed at the base Elegant stoneware ceramic table lamp
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Italian Brass Swivel Valet by ‘La Permanente Mobili Cantù’
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Atlanta, GA
Excellent quality Mid Century Italian valet or coat rack with a brass central swivel stand raised
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Brown and Black Stoneware Mid-20th Century Ceramic Table Lamp La Borne Baudart
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Baudart Realised circa 1970, mid-20th century design Stoneware ceramic table lamp Signed
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

La Borne mid 20th century design brown ceramic table lamp by Bruno Hrdy 1960
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Bruno H'rdy - La Borne 20th century ceramic table lamp by La Borne potter - Bruno H'rdy Brown
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Teakwood Sideboard or Dresser by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stunning teakwood Sideboard and/or Vanity Dresser manufactured by La Permanente Mobili Cantù in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Mid-Century French Stoneware Lamp by La Borne Potters Signed Baudart circa 1970
By La Borne Potters
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Mid-Century French Stoneware lamp by La Borne Potters Baudart circa 1970 Beautiful table lamp
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Vintage La Barge Gilt Mirror
By La Barge
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage La Barge gilt mirror.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Vintage La Barge Gilt Mirror
Vintage La Barge Gilt Mirror
H 42 in W 30 in D 1.75 in
Edwin La Dell Emmanuel College Cambridge watercolour Mid Century Modern British
By Edwin La Dell
Located in London, GB
For other views of Oxford and Cambridge please see our other stock. Edwin La Dell ARA (1914-1970
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1960s Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Carbon Pencil

Mid-Century Modern Lino Tagliapietra Chandelier by La Murrina in Murano Glass
By Lino Tagliapietra, La Murrina
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern Lino Tagliapietra Chandelier by La Murrina in Murano glass and brass hardware
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

La Vida Blown Crystal-Clear Two-Sided Art Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern Poland
By La Vida Lujosa
Located in Miami, FL
La Vida Crystal reversible blown art glass transparent glass from Poland. The large opening with
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Late 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Classy Vintage La Barge Gilt Mirror
By La Barge
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage La Barge gilt mirror.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Classy Vintage La Barge Gilt Mirror
Classy Vintage La Barge Gilt Mirror
H 43.25 in W 28.25 in D 1.75 in
La Sainte Marie de la Mer - Drawing by Pierre Guichanne - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
La Sainte Marie de la Mer is a beautiful drawing on paper, realized in the mid-20th Century by
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper

La Murrina Paper Weights
By La Murrina
Located in Milan, IT
La Murrina paper weights Original label on one. Measurements: 15 x 6.5 cm 12 x 6 cm 10 x 8 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

La Murrina Paper Weights
La Murrina Paper Weights
H 5.91 in Dm 2.56 in
La Barge Moorish Style Giltwood Mirror
By La Barge
Located in Sheffield, MA
for La Barge Mirrors of Holland Michigan.      
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mir...

Materials

Wool

Historical Photo - Communist Newspaper "La Hora" - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
mid-20th century. Good conditions, with some decoloration spots and aged margins. It belongs to a
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by La Murrina in Murano Glass, circa 1970
By La Murrina, Ludovico Diaz de Santillana
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern table lamp with one light by La Murrina in Murano glass and brass hardware, this
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Murano Pendant by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold hardware / Made in Italy by La Murrina, circa 1960s Original mark on the glass and frame Measures
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Pendant by La Murrina
Murano Pendant by La Murrina
H 12.21 in Dm 19.69 in
La Gloire - Woodcut by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
La Gloire is an Artwork realized by Mino Maccari  (1924-1989) in the Mid-20th Century. B./W
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Woodcut

La Femme - Woodcut by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
La Femme is an Artwork realized by Mino Maccari  (1924-1989) in the Mid-20th Century. Colored
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Woodcut

La Breloque - Print by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
La Breloque is an Artwork realized by Mino Maccari  (1924-1989) in the Mid-20th Century. Woodcut
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Spiral Chandelier by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian spiral chandelier with clear and amber Murano glass planks / Made in Italy by La
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Spiral Chandelier by La Murrina
Spiral Chandelier by La Murrina
H 31.5 in Dm 11.82 in
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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 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 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 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.