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Mid Century Modern umbrella stand, 1960s
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Mid Century Modern umbrella stand, 1960s. wood and gold aluminum stand. rare model with a special
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Umbrella Stand by Piero Fornasetti (Attributed) Italy 1950s
By Fornasetti
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and decorative Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand. Designed probably by Piero Fornasetti
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Aluminum
Extraordinary Rare Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand in String Helix Design
Located in München, DE
Exceptional rare Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand.
Very elegant minimalist string spiral design
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Italian mid-century modern Umbrella stand with dog by Fornasetti, 1950s
By Fornasetti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Umbrella stand with dog by Fornasetti, 1950s
Metal umbrella stand. On
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 5.91 in
Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Holder, Yellow Powder-Coated
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Yellow Umbrella Stand Holder, MCM
Substantial vintage metal umbrella stand in newly
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
White Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Mathieu Mategot 1950s, France
Located in Vienna, AT
White vintage mid century modern charming umbrella stand or cane holder Design attributed to
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
Perforated Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Made in Metal Brass and Wood
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
An absolute eyecatcher.
Light and elegant at the same time.
We love mid-century designs.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
H 18.51 in W 14.57 in D 6.3 in
Enameled Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand w. Hand Painted Boogy Woogie Patterns
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and stunning 1950s umbrella & stick Stand.
If you are decorating a Mid-Century Modern (or an
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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Enamel
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H 19.1 in Dm 9.25 in
Minimalistic Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand in Brass and Metal, Austria 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very decorative umbrella stand from Austria.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
H 19.3 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Umbrella Holder by JH Fabrikerna, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern umbrella holder / stand produced by JH Fabrikerna in Sävsjö Sweden, 1950s. Made
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Umbrella Stands
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Copper
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Black Umbrella Stand
Located in Weesp, NL
Gorgeous, stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand. A true beauty. In all these years
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass
Exceptional Mid Century Modern Paul Evans Style Umbrella Stand Italy 1970s
By Paul Evans, Romeo Rega
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and decorative Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand. Designed in the style of Paul
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Aluminum
H 20.08 in W 8.86 in D 8.86 in
French Mid-Century Modern Iron Umbrella Stand or Waste Basket, Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand or trash / wastebasket composed of black enameled
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Steel, Iron
H 22.5 in W 14.38 in D 7.25 in
Mid-Century Modern German Umbrella Stand Wood and Brass, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand made in Germany, circa 1950s. This is a beautiful all
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Rare Decorative Vintage Coin Saver Mid century Modern Umbrella Bank Original Box
By Banthrico Inc.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique conversation piece, never used the umbrella bank's original box and key to
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Stunning Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in München, DE
Very elegant extraordinary Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand made of brass and with a cast iron
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Iron
2 French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands or Waste Baskets by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
2 French Mid-Century Modern brass and steel umbrella stands, waste baskets / trash cans.
The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bowls and Baskets
Materials
Brass, Steel
2 French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands or Waste baskets by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
2 French Mid-Century Modern brass and steel umbrella stands, waste baskets / trash cans.
The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bowls and Baskets
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Brass, Steel
Extraordinary beautiful rare Mid Century Modern brass umbrella stand
Located in München, DE
Very elegant, extraordinary Mid Century Modern umbrella stand made of brass and heavy base made of
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Scarlet Red Handpainted Umbrella Stand w/ Rectilinear Details
Located in New York, NY
This refined Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand was realized in Italy, circa 1960. It features a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Ceramic, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Austrian Umbrella Stand Nickel Plate, Vienna, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand purchased on an estate sale in Vienna Austria. We
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Nickel
1960s, Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Umbrella Stand Rack
By Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand rack. This charming piece is in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Umbrella Stands
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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Early Mid-Century Modern 'Roman Arch' Umbrella Stand by Piero Fornasetti 1950s
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Munich, DE
Early, extremely rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand "Roman Arch
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
H 22.45 in Dm 10.44 in
1960s, Italian Bamboo Rattan Blue Ceramic Base Umbrella Stand Rack
By Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand rack with nice blue ceramic base. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Umbrella Stands
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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1950s Mathieu Mategot Style French White Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand/Holder
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A vintage Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand in the style of Mathieu Matégot, circa 1950
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
H 28.74 in Dm 9.44 in
Copper and Brass Umbrella Stand by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, circa 1955
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Delightful handcrafted German Mid-Century modern umbrella stand or holder by the Vereinigte
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Copper
H 16.54 in W 11.42 in D 8.08 in
Italian Midcentury / Post Modern Umbrella Stand, circa 1980
By Gruppo Alchimia, Alessandro Mendini
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand in the style of Alessandro Mendini and Studio Alchimia
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
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Travertine, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Umbrella Stick Stand
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous Mid-Century bamboo and rattan footed umbrella or walking stick stand. This chic umbrella
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Umbrella Stands
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Bamboo, Rattan
Brass Umbrella Stand, Mid Century Modern 50s
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Brass Umbrella stand, Italy,
Mid Century
Original and unusual
Very nice conditions.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical umbrella stand crafted in the midcentury with brass featuring laces, buckles, and spurs
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass
Mid Century Modern French lacquered metal umbrella stand
Located in London, GB
Unusual Mid Century Modern French lacquered metal umbrella stand. This stand is very practical and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
1950s Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Umbrella Stand
By San Marino Pottery
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A modernist hand-painted ceramic umbrella stand designed and manufactured in the small republic of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Modernist Umbrella Stand in Brass, Austria Mid-Century Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sculptural modernist / Bauhaus-style umbrella stand in brass and base in aluminium. Attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Aluminum, Brass
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H 14.97 in W 5.52 in D 14.57 in
Mid-Century Modern Isco Faux Bamboo Umbrella Stand, Spain
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
ceramic umbrella stand is an iconic Mid-Century Modern design. The umbrella stand is a classic example of
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Ceramic
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Massive Brass Umbrella Stand 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern massive brass, hand-crafted
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Brass Umbrella Stand, 1950s, Austria
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern brass umbrella stand. Manufactured probably in Austria in 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Metal
Mid Century Brass Umbrella Form Umbrella Stand, C1955
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous brass umbrella & cane stand in form of aj umbrella. Weighted iron base for stability. In
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Hammered Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fanciful hand-hammered brass umbrella stand in the form of a boot, complete with spurs.
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Umbrella Brass Cristal Mid Century Modern Italian Design, 1950
By Cristal Arte
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Elegant and refined umbrella holder crystal art 1950s, Italian design, made of brass that has been
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Crystal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Orange Umbrella Stand 1950s France
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage red umbrella stand from perforated metal in orange color tone with brass
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
Italian mid-century modern Hexagonal umbrella stand in brass, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Hexagonal umbrella stand in brass, 1950s
Umbrella stand with hexagonal
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass
Mid-Century Italian Umbrella Stand
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Super elegant umbrella stand in brass with the inside painted white, standing on an iron base. The
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Iron
Red Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Umbrella Stand, Austria, 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Red Mid Century Modern vintage umbrella stand from metal geometric like.
The umbrella stand is
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Robex Faux Briar Italian Umbrella Stand, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern faux briar umbrella stand. This amazing item was produced in Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern White Metal Brass Vintage Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
The stunning mid century modern vintage umbrella stand from the 1950s was made of white lacquered
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Metal, Iron
Mid Century Designer Umbrella Stand Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Here we have a truly uniqe umbrella stand produced in Italy during the 1950's. It has an organic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Aluminum, Brass
1950s Pier Luigi Colli Mid-Century Modern Gilded Iron Umbrella Stand
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
umbrella stand showcases his talent and the essence of mid-century modern style. The stand is made of iron
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Metal Brass Umbrella Stand 1950s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage umbrella stand from black lacquered metal, brass and plastic, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Brass
H 31.11 in W 12.01 in D 5.91 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage White Gold Metal Umbrella Stand 1950s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage white and gold metal umbrella stand or cane holder 1950s Germany.
An
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Iron
Mid-Century Modern White Metal Brass Umbrella Stand Mathieu Matégot Attributed
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
An amazing Mid-Century Modern metal vintage umbrella stand designed by Mathieu Matégot attributed
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo and Rattan Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Umbrella stand in rattan and bamboo structure made in Italy in the 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Brass Umbrella Stand Franz Hagenauer 1950s
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Franz Hagenauer
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage umbrella stand from black iron and brass by Franz Hagenauer for Workshop
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 18.71 in W 14.3 in D 5.12 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Brass Triangle Umbrella Stand, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century Modern vintage umbrella stand from black cast iron and brass details in triangle like
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Brass, Iron
H 15.75 in W 10.44 in D 6.3 in
Italian mid-century modern round umbrella stand in arabesque marble, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern round umbrella stand in arabesque marble, 1950s
Round umbrella stand in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Marble
Italian mid-century modern round umbrella stand in Calacatta marble, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern round umbrella stand in Calacatta marble, 1950s
Round umbrella stand in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Marble
Original Matégot Style Metal Umbrella Stand, Mid-Century Modern, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Umbrella stand in style of Matégot
Origin:
France
Age:
1950s
This original
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Metal Umbrella Stand by Siva Poggibonsi, Italy, 1950s
By Siva Poggibonsi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern metal umbrella stand by Siva Poggibonsi, Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
H 30.12 in W 18.12 in D 12.21 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Golden Metal Brass Umbrella Stand 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage umbrella stand from golden metal and brass 1950s Austria.
A stunning
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Brutalist Patinated Steel Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century Brutalist-style patinated steel cylindrical umbrella stand with a design of
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
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Metal, Steel
Original Matégot Style Metal Umbrella Stand, Mid-Century Modern, France, 1960s
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Umbrella stand in style of Matégot
Origin:
France
Age:
1950s
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
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Mid Century Modern Umbrella For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern umbrella available at 1stDibs. A mid century modern umbrella — often made from metal, brass and iron — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern umbrella, we have 1945 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century modern umbrella — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern umbrella made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern umbrella over the years, but those crafted by Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti and Ettore Sottsass are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Umbrella?
A mid century modern umbrella can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,225, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $63,085.
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 Umbrella
- 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. - 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.
- 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 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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