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Vintage Camel Figurine Mid Century Modern Decor
Located in Seattle, WA
Camel Figurine on a Wooden Base. Possibly Brass, Slight Petina on a Gold Tone. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 9 W ; 4 D ; 7 H
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Sargeri Ceramic Mid-Century Modern Lamp, 1950s, USA
By Sargeri
Located in Miami, FL
Great Sargeri ceramic lamp from the 1950s. Perfect for any mid-century modern decor.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large 5 Art Panels Burned Wood Two-Sided Room Divider Screen Sunflower
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Impressive Arts & Crafts Mid-Century Modern decor burned wood room divider screen.
Category

20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

X-Base Chrome and Leather Upholstery Square Bench
By Paul McCobb, Established Lines
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Established Lines, mid century modern decor, solid stainless steel bar X base with leather
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Benches

Non Matching Pair of Tessellated & Carved Stone Round Drum Pedestals
By Maitland Smith
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of decorative mid century modern decor tessellated stone round pedestals. The short one is 29
Category

20th Century Southeast Asian Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Stone

Black Leather Upholstered Rectangular X-Base Bench
By Paul McCobb, Established Lines
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Established Lines, mid century modern decor, solid stainless steel base rectangular X base bench
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Round Glass Top Crome Interlocking Half Circle Shape Figures Base Coffee Table
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
. Bauhaus Mid-Century Modern decor match.
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Three Spun Aluminum Midcentury Style Round Hanging Lights
Located in Belmont, MA
-Century Modern decor.
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Asian Chinese Chippendale Style Solid Rosewood Square Dining Table w/ 2 Bords
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Rockaway, NJ
-Century Modern decor match.
Category

20th Century Southeast Asian Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 8 Solid Rosewood High Quality Chinese Asian Dining Room Chairs
By James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 8 Asian Mid-Century Modern decor fit dining chairs in solid rosewood. Rock-hard study and
Category

20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Red Diamond Chair, 1960s
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Wallkill, NY
your Mid-Century Modern decor.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Hollywood Regency Freeform Lucite Sculpture Signed Van Teal Circular
By Van Teal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
the Hollywood Regency or Mid Century Modern décor!
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Lead Crystal Mid-Century Modern Vintage Elements Czech Bohemian Votive Bowl 1980
Located in Miami, FL
piece works for Mid-Century Modern decor but also modern and minimalist interior as well. Makers Foil
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Curtis Jere Style Mid Century Modern Pom Poms on Quartz Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
and spruce up your mid century modern decor. These pieces feature beautiful brass metal work, and
Category

20th Century Unknown Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Quartz, Metal

Brass Saguaro Cactus Sculpture / Floor Lamp
By Alain Chervet
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brass Saguaro cactus sculpture/floor lamp. South Western or desert Mid Century Modern decor
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Oversized White Ceramic Chevron Table Lamps, Hollywood Regency
By Hollywood Glam
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
shipping. Perfect for the Hollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern decor.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century 9 Foot Tall Abstract Modern Sculpture
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak End / Side Table by Mobelintarsia
By Mobelintarsia
Located in Las Vegas, NV
-century modern décor. Condition: Professional refinished and restored Measurements: 18 ″ tall x 29
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Contemporary Moroccan Style Large Room Size Carpet in White and Dark Grey
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary Turkish large room size carpet in the style of Moroccan rugs and Mid-Century Modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and No...

Materials

Wool

Large Orange Nine Iron Studios MCM Art Glass Vase Swirl
Located in Fort Washington, MD
,It’s a beautiful example of decorative glass art that would be at home in a collection of mid-century
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Katharina Counter Stool Cotton Velvet Brass
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
for any interior design project with a Mid-Century Modern décor, the Katharina Counter Stool features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of X-Base Chrome Side or End Tables with Solid Oiled Tops
By Paul McCobb, Established Lines
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Established Lines, mid century modern decor, oiled walnut finish solid 3/4" acacia top side
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century Multicolored Southwest Motif Flatweave Wool Rug
Located in Countryside, IL
want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid Century Wall Art
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid Century Wall Art
Mid Century Wall Art
H 35 in W 27 in D 1 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Modern Walnut Upholstered Arm Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Milford, NH
great piece with sleek design for any mid century modern decor! Ref: 172
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Paco Valle Brutalist Metal Wire Sculpture Man And Woman Paul Evans Style
By Paul Evans
Located in Wayne, NJ
. Would go wonderful with both Paul Evans , Cutis C. Jere and Mid Century Modern Decor. It has a wood base
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Brutalist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair of Swedish Modern "Capsule" Art Glass Table Lamps in Yellow and Red
Located in Brooklyn, NY
). Blend well with post-modern and mid-century modern decor, alike. Excellent, vintage condition with the
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Abstract Texture Painting
Located in Countryside, IL
purchase - because we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid Century Abstract Texture Painting
Mid Century Abstract Texture Painting
H 36 in W 48 in D 0.33 in
Mid Century Large Swan Figurine
Located in Countryside, IL
everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Large Swan Figurine
Mid Century Large Swan Figurine
H 28.25 in W 33 in D 45 in
Mid-Century Lucite Magazine Rack
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. When you purchase a piece we carefully
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Lucite Magazine Rack
Mid-Century Lucite Magazine Rack
H 13 in W 12 in D 7.5 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Modern Walnut Upholstered Reclining Arm Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Milford, NH
of 17 inches. A fine addition to any living space with a mid century modern decor! Ref: 172
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Greg Copeland Mid Century Mirror Art
By Greg Copeland
Located in Countryside, IL
happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Chrome

Greg Copeland Mid Century Mirror Art
Greg Copeland Mid Century Mirror Art
H 40.25 in W 40.25 in D 1 in
Mid Century Blue Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Blue Ceramic Table Lamp
Mid Century Blue Ceramic Table Lamp
H 48 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Vintage Moroccan Hazel Atlas Amethyst Triangle Pair of Ashtrays
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in North Hollywood, CA
glass. A great addition to any retro or Mid-Century Modern decor.
Category

Mid-20th Century Moorish Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. Each lamp is carefully cleaned and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
H 16.5 in W 20 in D 13.5 in
Large Oversize Solid Teak Live Edge Coffee Table
By Phillip Lloyd Powell, George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern decor large and heavy, super sturdy solid chunk slab of teak coffee center table
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Lucite Table Floor Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
purchase - because we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Laurel Mid Century Teak Floor Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. Each lamp is carefully cleaned and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Teak

Laurel Mid Century Teak Floor Lamp
Laurel Mid Century Teak Floor Lamp
H 59.5 in W 8.75 in D 8.75 in
Mid Century Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in Countryside, IL
want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Paint

Mid Century Colorful Lucite Abstract Sculpture
Located in Countryside, IL
real mid century modern decor online without throwing their money away. When you purchase a piece we
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Curtis Jere Mid Century Brass Wall Urchin
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Fiberglass Art Wall Light
Located in Countryside, IL
want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid-Century Decorative Brass Table Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. Each lamp is carefully
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Donald Deskey Mid Century Chrome Coat Rack
By Donald Deskey
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. When you purchase a piece we carefully
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Chrome

Carlo Nason Mid Century Murano Glass Lamp
By Carlo Nason
Located in Countryside, IL
happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Carlo Nason Mid Century Murano Glass Lamp
Carlo Nason Mid Century Murano Glass Lamp
H 39.5 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Mid Century Scandinavian High Pile Brown Rya Rug
Located in Countryside, IL
and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing their
Category

Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid Century Abstract 4 Panel Hanging Wall Art
Located in Countryside, IL
you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Tom Green Mid Century Brutalist Brass Chandelier
Located in Countryside, IL
you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Abstract Landscape Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Located in Countryside, IL
- because we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Paint

Signed Ruth Gowell Mid Century Woven Textile Art
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. Each piece of Fine Art is carefully
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Reggiani Style Mid Century Italian Chrome Floor Lamp
By Reggiani
Located in Countryside, IL
you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Clover Shaped Brass Base Coffee Table
Located in Countryside, IL
want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lightolier Mid Century Brass and Travertine Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Countryside, IL
happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Mid Century Lucite and Brass Waterfall Table Base
Located in Countryside, IL
you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Ann & Dick Rundall Mid Century Batik Textile Art
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. Each piece of Fine Art is carefully
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Ruth Gowell Signed Mid-Century Woven Textile Art
Located in Countryside, IL
-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away. Each piece of Fine Art is carefully
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Textile, Glass

Maison Jansen Style Mid Century Brass Palm Tree
By Maison Jansen
Located in Countryside, IL
purchase - because we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Large Brass Base Elephant Sculptures - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Frosted Art Glass Gold Vase
Located in Countryside, IL
happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Sculpted Walnut and Brass Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Modern Decor For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of mid century modern decor for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and glass. There are 176 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of mid century modern decor you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of mid century modern decor — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of mid century modern decor is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of mid century modern decor that is appealing in its simplicity, but Giovanni DeSimone, Puigdemont and Michael Andersen & Son produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Decor?

Prices for a piece of mid century modern decor start at $50 and top out at $12,250 with the average selling for $1,383.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Decor
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 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 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple. 

    Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller

    Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

    Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.

    Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

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