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Colourful Mid-Century Modern Italian Partition Wall or Room Divider
Located in Berlin, DE
Colourful Mid-Century Modern Italian Partition Wall or Room Divider
Partition wall or room divider
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Brass, Metal
One Mid-Century Modern Tall Solid Bamboo Wood Room Divider Screen Partition
Located in Miami, FL
One Mid-Century Modern tall three wall-panel solid bamboo wood room divider, screen or partition in
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Tall Solid Bamboo Wood Room Divider Screen Partition Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern tall three double wall-panel solid bamboo wood room divider in dark brown finish
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Metal
H 73.5 in W 66 in D 1.5 in
1940s Rosewood Box Partitioned Interior Clean Modern
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Small Rosewood Box vintage with clean modern lines.
Divided interior
Rosewood veneer
Preowned
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Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Credenza ~ Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern credenza ~ Buffet will make the ideal choice for the contemporary and casual
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
1960s Dansk International Partitioned Teak Snack Tray Malaysia
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Dansk Sectioned Serving Tray Dish Bowl
Staved Teak Wood
Unrestored vintage condition
1.75 h x 8.75 diameter
Maker stamp Dansk Interntaional Malaysia
See all images for condition.
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Vintage 1960s Malaysian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Fontana arte letter rack.
By Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
of the glass. The metal partitions that hold the letters are in nickel. The glass itself is very
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Glass
Italian Plywood Balla Partition by Giacomo Balla for Gavina, 1910s
By Gavina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian plywood Balla partition by Giacomo Balla for Gavina, 1910s
Wonderful Balla partition by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Materials
Plywood
"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
mid century/Danish modern, simplicity, and music. It's built from beautiful black walnut and finished
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
H 30.5 in W 20 in D 64 in
Gorgeous John Widdicomb Asian Influenced Tall Dresser Mid-century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
drawer is divided into sections. The drawer partitioning is perfect for organizing your clothing and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 44.25 in W 40.5 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Flushmount with Bubble Glass Shade, Germany, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
impressive size. The stylish elegance of this lamp suits many environment, from Bauhaus to Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
century modern, simplicity, and music. It's built from beautiful black walnut and finished with hand
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
H 30 in W 20 in D 61.75 in
Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Bachelors Chests Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
partitioning is perfect for organizing your clothing and accessories. I love the Asian modern styling along
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 32.5 in W 36.25 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount with Bubble Glass Shade, Germany, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
impressive size. The stylish elegance of this lamp suits many environment, from Bauhaus to Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Grete Jalk Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Design Teak Bookcases, 1950s
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak bookcases set designed by Grete Jalk and produced by P
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 46.46 in W 42.52 in D 11.82 in
Shelving Unit, Italian Manufactory, Mid-20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large shelf made of wedge-shaped partitions with individually placeable glass shelves.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood, Glass
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, Mazzega Italy 1970s
By Mazzega, Toni Zuccheri, Carlo Nason
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Extraordinary and beautiful, This hand blown Mid-Century Modern Murano glass mushroom table lamp
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Mid Century Modern Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, Mazzega Italy 1970s
By Mazzega, Toni Zuccheri, Carlo Nason
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Extraordinary and beautiful, This hand blown Mid-Century Modern Murano glass mushroom table lamp
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Pair Pier Luigi Colli Nightstands, by Permanente Cantù, Italy
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant 1950s Italy Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands, La Permanente Mobili Cantù, by Pier
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 23.23 in W 25.2 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Modern Console, Gilt Bronze and Cristal, Attributed to Colli Torino
By Colli Torino
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern console or nightstand in gilt bronze and brass, cristal, attributed to Colli
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
H 18.51 in W 25.99 in D 8.67 in
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Oak Storage Credenza Cabinet with, Brass & Glass
By Esvee, Esvee
Located in Hyderabad, TG
traditional latch inspired wooden handles and intricate brass inlay details. A central partition divides the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 31.97 in W 70.87 in D 18.9 in
Mid Century MODERN Modular CADO Wall Unit / Shelving in Light Oak, c. 1950's
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Original Danish Modern Mid Century Cado Wall Unit / Shelving System in hard to find light oak, c
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Oak
H 80 in W 95 in D 8.75 in
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Colored Etched Crystal Moser Bar Glasses with Box
By Moser
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
factory of the Czech Republic in approximately 1965 in a period Mid-Century Modern style. Each of the six
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
H 18.5 in W 3 in D 3 in
Imbuia wood Cimo Sofa Brazilian Design by Móveis Cimo, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
and has many details to be in love with. It is worth highlighting the wooden partitions made of solid
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 26.38 in W 93.9 in D 32.09 in
Mid Century Teak Foldable Desk
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid Century foldable desk
This space saving folding desk or office unit from the 1960's was
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Kensington Bookcase Made with Oak and Lacquer by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
design. The contrast of mate wood with mate beige lacquered partitions gives a glamorous touch to the
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
H 78.75 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in
Mid 20th century Swedish elm sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Fine quality Scandinavian elm sideboard in the art deco taste. Providing double
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Elm
Mid-Century Pendants in Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
organically shaped. The pendants are typically midcentury modern. The glass absorbs the light in a
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid 20th century Swedish burr elm cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century swedish burr elm cabinet circa 1940.
Fine quality cabinet which has just be re
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Elm
Pair of mid century Scandinavian elm cabinets
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid century Scandinavian elm cabinets circa 1950.
Very good quality pair of elm cabinets
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Elm
Mid-20th Century Ceremonial Vases
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th century ceremonial vases
We are proud to offer a rare example of a matched pair of
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Vintage 1940s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Waring and Gillow Buffet Credenza
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Pasadena, TX
A wonderful mid century modern Waring and Gillow Sideboard Buffet Credenza in striped mahogney with
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Wood
Pair of mid 20th century Swedish pine ammo boxes
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid 20th century Swedish pine ammo boxes circa 1950.
Great talking point and solution to
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Pine
Mid century birch wardrobe by Oscar Nilsson Nordiska Kompaniet
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century birch wardrobe by Oscar Nilsson for Nordiska Kompaniet circa 1939.
We are pleased to
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Birch
Mid 20th century birch tambour sewing box on stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
being fitted with 3 partitions.
Standing on 4 tapered legs.
This piece has been completely re-polished
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier wit 28 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier wit 28 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
A large mid-century chandelier made
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Parquetry Decorative Jewelry Box with Side Drawer and Mirror
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Mid-Century Modern era parquetry wooden jewelry box was made in the United States in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Wood
Xl Mid-Century Brass Chandelier with 40 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier wit 40 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
A large mid-century chandelier made
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
This pendant lamp is a magnificent
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Wall Light in Brass and White Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
light partition due to the white opaque glass and its size. A design that is a wonderful solution to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-20th Century Enamel and Iron Israeli 'El'azar' Street Name Sign
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century handmade Israeli street name sign. Made of enamel and iron, this street sign was
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Vintage 1940s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 (5116)
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 (5116)
This pendant lamp is a
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 (5106)
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
This pendant lamp is a magnificent
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 25.6 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 (5115)
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 (5115)
This pendant lamp is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 25.6 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 (5100)
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
This pendant lamp is a magnificent
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 " Umbrella"
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 " Umbrella"
This pendant lamp is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large set Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set of Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958
This pendant lamp is
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 " Yellow space "
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Glass Hanging Pendant Lamp Brussels World Expo 1958 " Yellow space "
This pendant lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 25.6 in Dm 19.69 in
Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s
These elegant brass
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s
These elegant brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A Mid-century folding Screen in the style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this Mid-century folding screen, inspired by the style of Alvar Aalto, is an
Category
Vintage 1950s European Bauhaus Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Wood, Pine
1940s Mid-Century Console by Pier Luigi Colli Gilt Brass Plastic laquered Glass
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant and rare 1940s Mid-Century Modern console Pier Luigi Colli attributed in gilt brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 9.85 in
Oak and Wicker Danish Modern Rolling Sewing Cart
Located in Dorchester, MA
For the home sewer, knitter, or weaver, this mid-century Danish sewing cart offers clean-lined
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Modern Saturnus Opaline Pendant, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern chrome pendants with satin-finished opal glass. These opal glass "Saturn" shaped
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Danish Modern Teak Expandable Bar Cart By Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen
By Vantinge Møbelindustri, Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek Scandinavina modern, expanding, teak bar cart designed by Danish designer Niels Erik Glasdam
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Laminate, Teak, Masonite, Glass
Grande Midcentury-Modern Brass Chandelier by Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1960s.
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Almelo, NL
Grande Midcentury-Modern Chandelier by Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1960s.
The fixture consists of
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Persian Heriz Rug, Midcentury Modern Meets Earth-Tone Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-century Modern aesthetic, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Heriz rug transcends time with
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Hartmann Gibraltarized Brown Hard Case Suitcase Briefcase Luggage
By Hartmann Trunk Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, great style and form, circa Early to Mid-20th century. Measurements: 7.25" H x 20" W x 14" D.
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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Rationalist Nightstands or End Tables in Style of Terragni, 1930
By Giuseppe Terragni
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, sober pair of double level Italian Mid-Century Modern / Rationalist School nightstands
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Fruitwood
H 22.4 in W 17.5 in D 10.38 in
Edward Wormley Precedent Dresser for Drexel, stunning custom hardware / finish
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Buffalo, NY
subdivided by removable partitions.Stunning CUSTOM regency drawer pulls ,,,Drawer interiors are beechwood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 48 in D 19 in
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Mid Century Modern Partition For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern partition available at 1stDibs. Each mid century modern partition for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and bamboo. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern partition, we have 10 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century modern partition — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mid century modern partition is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made mid century modern partition has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cantieri Carugati, Gavina and Gianfranco Frattini are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Partition?
Prices for a mid century modern partition can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $9,494, while the average can fetch as much as $2,600.
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 Partition
- 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.
- 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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 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 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
- 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.
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