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Mid-Century Modern Crystal Bowl with Central Knob by Marian Pyrcak
Located in Pasadena, CA
Delicate Mid-Century Modern crystal bowl signed by the artist MP. The crystal has a central knob
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal
Italian mid-century modern rectangular wall mirror with glass knobs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern rectangular wall mirror with glass knobs, 1950s
Wall mirror with a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Wood
H 33.86 in W 22.64 in D 1.38 in
Two Mid-Century Modern Oak Nightstands Bedside Tables Cerused Finish Resin Knobs
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Mid-Century Modern oak nightstands or bedside tables in gray-turquoise Cerused finish
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Resin, Oak
H 23.25 in W 21.13 in D 14.25 in
Teak Wood Inlay Work Desk
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
traditional wood inlay techniques
Sleek metal legs for a modern touch
Legs and knobs packed separately for
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
Mid Century Modern Burl Petite 3 Drawer Jewelry Chest Brass Bass and Knobs
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century modern Burl petite 3 drawer jewelry chest brass bass and knobs. Great Vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern 2 Woven Cane Doors Wood Cabinet Brass Knobs American
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Charming 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chest, cabinet in Wood with 2 handwoven Doors.
The Interior
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Cane
H 30 in W 29 in D 17.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Ice Bucket Red Faux Patent Leather White Plastic & Daisy Knob
Located in Topeka, KS
Fun vintage Mid-Century Modern red faux patent leather and white faux leather and plastic ribbed
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Faux Leather, Plastic
Mid Century Red & Ivory Bakelite Pull Knobs Set of Twelve
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Never used Mid-Century Red & Ivory Bakelite Pull Knobs Set of Twelve, candy apple red Bakelite
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Bakelite
Mid Century Twelve-Drawer Ratan Sideboard with Brass Knob Handles
Located in Washington, DC
An Exceptional mid century twelve-drawer rattan sideboard with brass knob handles. It would be
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Amerock T-554-3 Polished Brass Modern Knob Drawer Pull
Located in Dayton, OH
3 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pulls. Amerock, item number T-554
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Maple Buffet Credenza With Ornate Faux Brass Key Knobs
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Maple Credenza - Sideboard or Buffet.
This Piece Is Sold And Sturdy
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Maple
H 31 in W 60 in D 18 in
2 National Lock Co Medalist C275-10 Dull Bronze Knob Modern Drawer Pulls
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pull pair. National Lock Company - Medalist
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
H 1.375 in W 0.75 in D 1.375 in
Three Section Mid Century Sideboard with Lucite Legs and Knobs in Green Lacquer
By Jonathan Adler
Located in Dallas, TX
. There are two sections with drawers and the middle section has a shelf. We have replaced the knobs with
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Lucite, Wood
H 30 in W 102.5 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Mahogany Nightstands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W20 D16 H24.5 Top Width17
Mid Century Modern Mahogany nightstands on a stretcher base, refinished
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
National Lock Medalist C697-3CT Century 21 Knob Brass Turquoise Drawer Pulls MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Centers. Mid Century Modern styling. Bowed out rectangular shape; concave surface decorated with mottled
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
H 0.5 in W 0.75 in D 2 in
Vintage Los Castillo Knob / Pull
By Los Castillos
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful vintage knob or pull designed by Los Castillo from Mexico is made of brass and inlaid
Category
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Door Handles
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of elegant "Daisy" style door handles, each with a large knob on one side and a smaller knob
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard Dresser
Located in Kensington, MD
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard Dresser
Additional Information:
Material: Walnut
Style
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Brass Bank Vault Bars and Gate
Located in New York, NY
This Circa mid-1900's, three-section bank vault bars with gate has two stationary sections, one on
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
National Lock Co Medalist Antique Brass Rosette Drawer Pulls Knobs Nouveau
Located in Dayton, OH
- Medalist knob. Antique brass finish. Mid century modern styling. Round / circular shape with abstract rose
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
H 1.5 in W 0.75 in D 1.5 in
Restored Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in the charm of vintage design with our expertly restored mid-century modern bookcase
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcase Shelving and Cabinet
Located in Nantucket, MA
A Mid-Century Modern combination teak bookcase shelves and cabinet at the lower third. Offset brass
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
National Lock Co Medalist Round Copper Drawer Pulls Knob MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
62 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock die cast drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Room Divider Bookshelf
By Stonehill
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Danish Modern teak shelving unit.
Room divider by Stonehill, made in the UK, 1960s.
One
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Mid Century Modern Ebonized Mahogany Nightstands, C. 1950s
By Unagusta
Located in Westport, CT
, combined with meticulous restoration, seamlessly blend mid-century charm with modern sophistication
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Salvador Dali Rinocerontico Knob for BD
By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Knob Rinocerontico designed by Salvador Dali produced by BD design.
Three polished lacquered cast
Category
Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Beveled Mirror Telescoping Square Side Table
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern bronze and beveled mirror, telescoping square side tables height is
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Modern Wood Sideboard from 50s
Located in Catania, CT
clear glass and knobs in solid brass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Hardware Hammered Round Drawer Pulls Knobs
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Midcentury Drawer Hardware Hammered Round Pulls Knobs
Set of two
2 diameter x .75 tall
Original
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #9038 Knob in Nickel
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #9038 knob in nickel.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Brackets
Materials
Nickel
Carl Auböck Model #9038 Polished Brass Knob
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #9038 polished brass knob.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Brackets
Materials
Brass
National Lock Co Medalist C96-10CW Dull Bronze White Drawer Pull Knob MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Company - Medalist, item number C696-10CW Knob, Dull Bronze - White Accent. Mid Century Modern styling
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
National Lock Medalist C628-26-1D Knob Chrome Black Modernist Drawer Pulls MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
- Medalist, item number C628-26-1D Knob, Bright Chrome Black accent. Mid Century Modern styling. Round shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
H 1 in W 0.75 in D 1 in
Carl Auböck Model #9038 Patinated Brass Knob
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #9038 patinated brass knob.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Brackets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Kent Coffey
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kent-Coffey walnut credenza with marble insert. Featuring brass knobs and vibrant walnut, this
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Orange Dome Pendant Hanging Light Fixture by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern orange dome or pendant hanging light fixture by Lightolier
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Wire
National Lock Co Medalist C629-26-1D Chrome Black Drawer Pull Knob MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
42 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock die cast drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Black Ceramic Lamps with Harlequin Style Diamond Design
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern black ceramic lamps with harlequin diamond style designs on front and
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
The Chap - A Mid Century Modern Media/TV Unit
Located in Durban, ZA
Discover the epitome of simplicity and sophistication with our Mid-Century Modern Walnut TV Unit
Category
2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Salvador Dali Double Rinocerontico Knob for BD
By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Double Knob Rinocerontico designed by Salvador Dali produced by BD design.
Three polished
Category
Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Erik Buch Danish Rosewood Dry Bar
By Erik Buch
Located in Monrovia, CA
Mid Century Danish Modern Original Dry bar by Erik Buch 1965.
Excellent Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Leather, Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase: Vintage Elegance Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the charm of the 1960s with our exquisitely restored mid-century modern bookcase. Our
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Rotating & Extending Child's Hairdressing Armchair
Located in London, GB
An unusual French Mid-Century Modern chrome adjustable and rotating, child's hairdressing barbers
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
H 32 in W 15.5 in D 22 in
Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Dresser Black Lacquered Walnut
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Roanoke, VA
A vintage Paul Frankl dresser with iconic brass “x” knobs and newly lacquered black walnut is a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Paul Evans Pewter Coffee Set, Danish, Mid-Century Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
his Mid-Century Modern furniture designs, and only produced a few coffee set designs. This set
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Pewter
Mid-Century Modern 1 Piece Walnut Veneer China Hutch Attributed to Garrison Furn
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful mid-century modern 1 piece walnut veneer china hutch, display cabinet, or bookcase
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
H 67.5 in W 48 in D 15 in
Pair of Art Sculptural Bronze Door Knobs, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of art sculptural bronze door knobs, 1960s. Very well crafted pieces.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #8040-1 Polished Brass Knob
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #8040-1 polished brass knob.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Acce...
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #8040-2 Polished Brass Knob
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #8040-2 polished brass knob.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Acce...
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #8040-1 Knob in Nickel
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #8040-1 Knob in Nickel.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Acce...
Materials
Nickel
Carl Auböck Model #8040-2 Knob in Nickel
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #8040-2 knob in nickel.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Acce...
Materials
Nickel
Carl Auböck Model #8040-2 Patinated Brass Knob
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #8040-2 patinated brass knob.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Acce...
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #8040-1 Patinated Brass Knob
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #8040-1 patinated brass knob.
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Acce...
Materials
Brass
Teak Mid-Century Modern Wall Storage Bookcase Cabinet with Drop Front Desk
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern large wall storage cabinet and bookcase with a
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Laminate, Teak
H 61.25 in W 98.5 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Kidney-Shaped Wall Mirror, Germany, 1960s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Modern kidney-shaped asymmetric wall mirror with a beautiful golden color
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Plastic, Wood
1960's Mid-Century Modern Plymouth Harlee Trumpet Floor Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Burbank, CA
Beautiful vintage Mid-century Modern floor lamp for sale. Great trumpet design in white with brass
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Credenza by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century modern walnut and brass credenza manufactured by R-Way in the United States, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
1930s Italian Silver Knob Ebonized Walking Cane Stick
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Italian midcentury walking stick cane
high gloss black lacquer silver handle polished brass tip
decorative embossed silver grip.
35.25 tall x .75 diameter top 1.75 diameter inches...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memorab...
Materials
Silver, Brass
Marvelous Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Chrome Desk Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Marvelous Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern rosewood desk. This desk retains its original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century MODERN DRESSER / Credenza by DREXEL Declaration by Kipp Stewart
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser by Drexel "Declaration" designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Porcelain, Walnut
H 31 in W 52.5 in D 20 in
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Mid Century Modern Knobs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of mid century modern knobs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all mid century modern knobs available were constructed with great care. We have 97 antique and vintage mid century modern knobs in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century modern knobs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of mid century modern knobs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern mid century modern knobs are of considerable interest. Paul McCobb, Planner Group and Werkstätte Carl Auböck each produced beautiful mid century modern knobs that are worth considering.
How Much are Mid Century Modern Knobs?
Mid century modern knobs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,950, while the lowest priced sells for $180 and the highest can go for as much as $8,750.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, 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.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. 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.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, 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 — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Knobs
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, 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 25, 2024The 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. - Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2024There 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, 2024Mid-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, 2024There 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, 2023Some 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, 2019The 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.
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