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Mid-20th Century Angel Bracelet by Cony, Taxco, Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th century silver *Angel* bracelet, Taxco, Mexico Plateria Cony was a store opened in 1958
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver

Mid-20th Century Angel Bracelet by Cony, Taxco, Mexico
Mid-20th Century Angel Bracelet by Cony, Taxco, Mexico
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H 1 in W 0.25 in D 1 in Dm 2.38 in
Modern Silver and Rosewood Cuff, Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Modern silver and rosewood cuff A beautiful silver cuff with inlaid rosewood circles, inspired by
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver

Modern Silver and Rosewood Cuff, Mexico
Modern Silver and Rosewood Cuff, Mexico
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H 1.5 in W 0.25 in Dm 2.5 in
Mid-Century Marble Racetrack Dining Table by Muller's Onix of Mexico
By Muller's Onyx, Muller of Mexico
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This large Mexican marble dining or conference pedestal table is a 1970's modern piece that makes a
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Stone, Onyx

Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chair
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven lounge chair made in solid mahogany in the 1950s by Muebles
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chair
Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chair
H 30.71 in W 27.17 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Armchairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven Armchairs made in the 1950s in Primavera wood and palm
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Rockingchairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven Rockingchairs made in the 1950s in Primavera wood and palm
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Mexican Mid-Century Modern Embossed Copper Jewel Box
Located in Mexico City, MX
A nice Mexican Mid-Century Modern copper sheet jewel box in shape of a chest. The embossed designs
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Copper

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Pitcher in the Style of Los Castillo
By Los Castillo
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this Mid-Century Modern Mexican pitcher sporting an amazing handle in a bird
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this folding magazine rack in mahogany wood and brass details, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven lounge chairs made in the 1950s by Muebles Tropicales and
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven lounge chairs made in the 1950s. Featuring simple but
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Room Divider with Shelves in Mahogany and Brass
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in Mexico, DF
Amazing Mid-Century Modern Mexican room divider formed with two structures in mahogany and polished
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mexican Citlali Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern Cuff Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Citlali's maker's mark / 925. Simply a wonderful bracelet! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in
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20th Century Mexican Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Geometric Linked Choker Necklace
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern style. The thick sterling silver links are geometrically shaped in a stylized Aztec
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Mexican Geometric Linked Chunky Bracelet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver ladies bracelet was made in Mexico in approximately 1969 in the period Mid
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Aztec Calendar Wall Charger
Located in Portland, OR
A good, large, Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling silver (probably Taxco) Aztec calendar wall
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Muebles Toluxsena, Mexico 1960
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
, walnut, mahogany and brass, an exquisite design and ready to set the mood for a Mid-Century Modern space
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
-Century Modern, Art Deco, contemporary, bohemian, transitional, Arts & Crafts, organic, Classic.    
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Fountains

Materials

Cocobolo

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup
By Los Castillo
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup in the style of Los Castilllo in
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Abalone

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup
Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup
H 8.67 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Dynamic Mid Century Modern Sterling Abstract Fish Brooch Pin Sierra Mexico
Located in Montreal, QC
A Striking Iconic Modernist Abstract Fish pin by the famous Sierra Mexico Silversmiths. Beautifully
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Folk Art Mid-Century Modern Blown Red Art Glass Face Masks, México
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Folk Art blown red glass face masks made in México.
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Masks

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Blown Glass

Mexican Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 (36 Pieces) Mid-Century Modern Style
By Taxco
Located in New York, NY
Mexican, sterling silver flatware set, similar to Los Castillo or William Spratling in design and
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20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Margot De Taxco Mid-Century Modern Mexico Enamel Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Made in Mexico" "Margot de Taxco"
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Vintage Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Scalloped Bowl by C. Zurita
By C. Zurita
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Mexican sterling silver bowl by the maker C. Zurita. With a nod to the eponymous design
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-20th Century Black Dance Mask, Guerrero, Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th century black dance mask, Guerrero, Mexico A nice old mask from Guererro, Mexico, used in
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Tribal Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cups Set
By Los Castillo
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this mid-century Mexican silver plated cups set in the style of Los Castilllo
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Precious Stone

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cups Set
Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cups Set
H 4.34 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Handwrought Mid-Century Modern Mexican Mosaic and Brass Box by Salvador Teran
By Salvador Teran
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turquoise/ blue colored mosaic glass tesserae and brass lidded box handmade in Mexico by noted
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Vintage Mid Century Mexican Modern Iron Leather Lounge Chairs 1950s
By Arturo Pani
Located in Troy, MI
A pair of modernist Mexican lounge chairs circa 1950s Enameled iron frames / leather strap sling
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Signed Federico Mexico Leather Parrot Perched on Brass Swing Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Signed 'FEDERICO in Mexico' leather parrot on a brass swing hand-crafted. Beautiful animal
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Mexican Mid-XXst Century Sculpture In Rosewood "Maternity"
Located in Pasadena, CA
Beautifull Mexican Modernist Madonna and Child ; Maternity Midcentury wood sculpture. Probably
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Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century Antoñio Pineda Silver and Moonstone Brooch, Taxco, Mexico
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th Century Antoñio Pineda (1919-2009) Silver and Moonstone Brooch, Taxco, Mexico This
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Tribal Art

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Silver

Reyes Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Tea Set 7pc Mid-Century Modern (#4736)
Located in Big Bend, WI
Amazing Mexican sterling silver massive 7-piece tea set attributed to J. Lopez Reyes (marks vary
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20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Footed Bowl or Dish by Zurita
By C. Zurita
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage, Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver three footed dish or bowl by the maker, C
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid Century Modern End Table by Edmond J. Spence for Industria Mueblera, c1950s
By Edmond J. Spence, Industria Mueblera Mexico
Located in Chino Hills, CA
of interior styles. Pair it effortlessly with a classic mid-century modern decor, where it will sit
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

1950s Mid Century Mexican Tin Mirror
Located in Victoria, BC
We're excited to introduce this incredibly rare and unique Mexican mirror from the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Antiquities

Materials

Tin

1950s Mid Century Mexican Tin Mirror
1950s Mid Century Mexican Tin Mirror
H 41 in W 37.5 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Mid Century Mexican Headboards in the Style of Michael Van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We Offer this Pair of mid century Mexican Headboards in the style of Michael Van Beuren
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Pine

Spanish Revival Octagon Side or Drum Table Artes De Mexico Internationales SA
By Artes De Mexico Internacionales, SA
Located in Topeka, KS
piece will blend with so many design styles from Rustic and Spanish Revival to Mid-Century Modern or
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Side Tables

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Avanti by Celsa Mexico Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Mid-Century Modern
By Celsa
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare unique Mid-Century Modern circa 1955 "Avanti" by Celsa, of Mexico, sterling silver Flatware
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20th Century Mexican Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Midcentury Modern Arturo Pani Side Tables in Bronze Mexico
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Midcentury Modern Arturo Pani Modern Side Tables in Bronze Mexico 24.25 h x 23.75 x 27.75 Glass
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Senal SA Sling Swinger Chairs Set of 4
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent set of four rare original Mid-Century Modern Mexican bocote wood and black leather
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Mexican Mid-Century Modern Victoria De Taxco Copper and Silver Plate Coffee Set
By Victoria of Taxco
Located in Mexico City, MX
An early 1950's Taxco, Mexico copper and silver plate coffee set by Ana María Núñez de Brilanti
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining

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Silver, Silver Plate, Copper

Los Castillo Mexican Mid-Century Silverplate Dove Serving Dish
By Los Castillos
Located in Miami, FL
Los Castillo Mexican Mid-Century Silverplate Dove serving dish Offered for sale is a Mexican
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Stone, Silver Plate

Don Shoemaker Mexican Modern Bookends
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand carved bookends in Cocobolo by Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker. Retains original labels from
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookends

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Cocobolo

Mid-Century Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Golf Ball Shaped Pill Box
By Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican pillbox. In sterling silver. In the form of a golf ball. Marked to the interior
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20th Century Mexican Modern Boxes and Cases

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Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Classic mid-century modern coffee table, professionally restored by our master craftsmen in our
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
H 15.75 in W 69.69 in D 21.46 in
Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
One of the best pieces we have had in our gallery, this bar from the early sixties was originally made of walnut wood and with a polyester finish cover, sadly we had to replace the c...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar
Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar
H 28.35 in W 70.87 in D 43.31 in
1960s Arturo Pani Guy Muller of Mexico Golden Marble Cocktail Table
By Arturo Pani, Muller of Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexican Regency Round Marble Golden Coffee Cocktail Table 1960s Arturo Pani Guy Muller of Mexico
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Marble, Brass, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Mexican Magazine Rack Attributed to Charles Allen
By Charles W. Allen
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this folding magazine and books rack attributed to Charles Allen made in mahogany first class wood and steel details, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
For your consideration, Mid-Century Modern bar made in Mexico in the 60s.    
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar
Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar
H 39.77 in W 78.75 in D 16.15 in
Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Wood Trays
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four serving trays or plates by Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker, from his workshop in Señal
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern End Table
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Classic mid-century modern end table, professionally restored by our master craftsmen in our
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern End Table
Mid-Century Modern End Table
H 20.87 in W 31.11 in D 29.14 in
Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Hand carved bookends made in Cocobolo by Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookends

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Wood

Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker
Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker
H 5.12 in W 7.68 in D 6.89 in
Ken Beldin Large Scarab Design Pendant, Mid-Century Mexican Mixed Metal
By Ken Beldin
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Modern scarab design vintage mixed metal necklace made in Mexico by ex-pat artist Ken Beldin 1940s
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

A Large Mid 20th Century Bronze of a Seated Woman in a Shawl, Mexican School
By Felipe Castañeda
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
works by several noted 20th century Mexican artists, including those by noted Mexican sculptors
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Credenza by Edmond J. Spence made by Industria Mueblera Mexico
By Industria Mueblera Mexico, Edmond J. Spence
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
furniture design. Made for Industria Mueblera in Mexico. Constructed from Honey colored oak with exceptional
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
mood for a Mid-Century Modern space. Shade in not included.
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
H 30.32 in W 7.88 in D 6.3 in
Mid Century Mexican Modernist Table Lamps Attributed to Eugenio Escudero
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this amazing pair of midcentury Mexican modern table lamps in the style of Eugenio
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pine

Spectacular Large Brown Onyx Oval Pedestal Dining Table by Muller's of Mexico
By Roberto Burle Marx, Muller of Mexico
Located in St. Louis, MO
Stunning rare artisan handcrafted 1980s Muller's of Mexico veneered brown Oynx large oval racetrack
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Onyx

Mid-Century Modern Stereo Console
By Phillips
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Spectacular midcentury console made in Mexico in the ends 1950s, mahogany wood, the original system
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Elm

Mid-Century Modern Stereo Console
Mid-Century Modern Stereo Console
H 29.34 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in
60s Mexican Mid-Century Abalone Shell Grasshopper Tray with Lid, Mixed Metals
By Los Castillo, Taxco
Located in Miami, FL
is a Mexican Mid-Century Modern mixed metals (brass, copper, metal, and abalone shell) covered
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

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Mid Century Modern In Mexico For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modern in Mexico you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A mid century modern in Mexico — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 270 options for an antique or vintage mid century modern in Mexico now, or shop our selection of 71 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century modern in Mexico, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern in Mexico, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Jorge Elizondo, Don S. Shoemaker and Pepe Mendoza each produced at least one beautiful mid century modern in Mexico that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern In Mexico?

Prices for a mid century modern in Mexico can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $28,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,000.
Questions About Mid Century Modern In Mexico
  • 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.