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Set of 8 Vintage Mid Century Tumblers With Sailboats in Boat-Shaped Caddy
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Vintage Tumblers in a Boat-Shaped Caddy. Glasses are decorated with blue sailboats in the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Silver Tumblers - Set of 6
Located in Vallejo, CA
A beautiful set of 6 mid century silver fade tumblers. Each glass has a deep metallic silver finish
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Checkered Silver Rim Tumblers - Set of 6
Located in Vallejo, CA
A beautiful set of 6 mid century silver rim tumblers. Unique checkered pattern to the silver rims
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 8 Atomic Libbey Mid - Century Modern Tumblers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Libbey Mid-Century Modern Tumblers. Atomic decoration in blue and teal, accented with 22k
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Set of 8 Atomic Libbey Mid - Century Modern Tumblers
Set of 8 Atomic Libbey Mid - Century Modern Tumblers
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H 4.5 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Glasses Strikt Series
By Johansfors Glasbruk , Bengt Orup
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Art Glass Bengt Orup Artist. Bengt Orup
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modern Multicolor Set of Six Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
By Murano 5
Located in Murano, Venezia
Elegant set of six handmade Murano drinking glasses with working to "Mace" multicolor. Murano artisans perform this service with great care and precision. In Murano Island this set ...
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modern Tumblers Decorated in Blue and White Enamel by Libbey
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of 8 Libbey cocktail glasses decorated with dots enclosed in concentric circles, the top half of the glasses in white above blue on the lower half.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

8 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Tumblers White and Black with Asian Symbols
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous set of 8 vintage ceramic tumblers with Asian symbols in black and white. In amazing
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Barware

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Murrina Millefiori Set of 6 Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
By Murano 5
Located in Murano, Venezia
Exclusive series of six handmade Murano drinking glasses with murrina Millefiori. This set is called "GOTI DE FORNASA". Tradition wants that the Murano glass master with his empl...
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murrina Millefiori Set of 12 Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
By Murano 5
Located in Murano, Venezia
Exclusive series of twelve handmade Murano drinking glasses with Murrine Millefiori. This set is called "GOTI DE FORNASA". Tradition wants that the Murano glass master with his emp...
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Black Amethyst Set of Six Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
By Murano 5
Located in Murano, Venezia
Elegant set of six handmade Murano drinking glasses with working to "Mace" black color with amethyst reflection. Murano artisans perform this service with great care and precision. ...
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murrina Millefiori Set of 6 Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
By Murano 5
Located in Murano, Venezia
Exclusive series of six handmade Murano drinking glasses with Murrine Millefiori. This set is called "GOTI DE FORNASA". Tradition wants that the Murano glass master with his employ...
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Multi-Color Silver Set of Six Murano Drinking Glasses Tumbler
By Murano 5
Located in Murano, Venezia
Elegant set of six handmade Murano drinking glasses with working to "Mace" multi-color and silver leaf Murano artisans perform this service with great care and precision. In Murano ...
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

16 Steuben Water Tumblers
By Steuben Glass
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Remarks: “Steuben is authentic American chic. Perfect in any décor and exceptional in a Mid-Century
Category

Vintage 1950s American Glass

Materials

Glass

16 Steuben Water Tumblers
16 Steuben Water Tumblers
H 5.5 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Hans Kline 'Canadian' "Circus Tumblers" Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Circus Tumblers" - Featuring a confetti of colors - Acrylic, oil, metal leaf and paint on
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Jacques Blin Glazed Ceramic Tumblers Vallauris 1960
By Jacques Blin
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Jacques Blin Vallauris 1960 glazed ceramic tumblers Perfect condition Signature on underside.
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Collectible Retro Highball Spaghetti String Tumblers
By Culver Ltd., Fred Press
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of two vintage collectible retro spaghetti string tumblers. Set includes two highball vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 6 Midcentury French Earthenware Tumblers
Located in Milano, IT
A set of 6 midcentury french Provincial earthenware tumblers.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Earthenware

Set of 6 Hazel-Atlas Sailboats Tumblers
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco cobalt blue glass tumblers with white sailboats from the Sportsman Series by Hazel-Atlas
Category

Vintage 1930s Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 6 Hazel-Atlas Sailboats Tumblers
Set of 6 Hazel-Atlas Sailboats Tumblers
H 5 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Set of 6 Italian Murano glass tumblers 1980s
Located in Paris, IDF
This is a beautiful set of six colorful Murano glass tumblers made in Italy in the 1980s. These are
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 6 Italian Murano glass tumblers 1980s
Located in Paris, IDF
This is a beautiful set of six black and white Murano glass tumblers made in Italy in the 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 8 Vintage Tumblers with Parachute Design.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Vintage Tumblers with Parachute Design. Each glass decorated with floating parachutes in
Category

Mid-20th Century Barware

Materials

Glass

1970s Modern Drinkware Set of Eight Tumbler Glasses Yugoslavia
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Drinkware Set of 8 Glasses 4 h x 3.25 Stamped Yugoslavia Original Vintage Condition Refer to images
Category

Late 20th Century Serbian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Charles and Alice Smith California Studio Pottery Tumbler
Located in Vallejo, CA
A wonderful midcentury studio pottery tumbler from the 1940s-1950s by ceramicists, Charles and
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Wicker Gold Cane Tumbler Cocktail Rocks' Glasses, Set of 6
Located in New York, NY
A set of six (6) gold wicker 'cane' round tumbler rocks' cocktail glasses, circa 1960s, mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Glass

Extensive Collection of Cranberry Venetian Glass Stemware, Plates and Tumblers
Located in Buchanan, MI
Extensive collection of cranberry handblown Venetian glass stemware, plates and tumblers
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Glass Tumblers, Spaghetti String by Color Craft, Indianapolis
Located in Downingtown, PA
Pretty & Functional! Vintage glass tumblers, spaghetti string pattern, Color craft
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 8 Frosted Vintage Tumblers Numbered 1-8
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Frosted Vintage Tumblers Numbered 1-8. Each with a frosted background with a different
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Eight Midcentury Libbey Glass 'Marine Life' Atomic Design Tumblers
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of 8 Libbey Glassware 'Marine Life' tumblers or highball glasses with various fishes and marine
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

2 Vintage Silver Plated Mint Julep Cups Tumblers 1 with Monogram - 2 Pieces
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, 1 believed to be English with "RVM" monogram the other being plain. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

1960s Spaghetti Colorful Drinkware Tumbler Glasses – Set of 9
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage set of nine spaghetti tumblers, circa the 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Set of 6 Vintage Hazel-Atlas Scotty Dog Tumblers
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 Vintage Hazel Atlas Scotty Tumblers. Playful black scotties in various jumping pose
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Val Saint Lambert Colored Crystal Tumblers Barware Drinking Glasses
By Val Saint Lambert, Baccarat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
set of six Mid 20th Century Belgian colored crystal tumblers by Val Saint Lambert. Bohemian Czech
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Etched Lily Highball Tumbler Glasses lilac Bohemia C
By Bohemia
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mouthblown, hand-engraved crystal glass, very light and delicate set of 5 tumbler highball glasses
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

1970s Mod Set of Two Tumbler Water Goblet Crystal Glasses
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Design Glass Water Goblet Tumbler 3 diameter x 6 h Preowned vintage, please see images.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

1970s Ceramic Art Pottery Tapered Tumbler Speckled Glass Signed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Ceramic Art Pottery Tapered Tumbler Speckled Glass 3.75 diameter x 5.88 tall Original good
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Golden Foliage Tumblers by Libbey Glass Company - Set of 10
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of ten 'Golden Foliage' tumblers by Libbey Glass Company. Tall glasses are decorated with
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Six Vintage Federal Glassware Tumblers with Concentric Squares in Orange Enamel
By Federal Glass
Located in Nantucket, MA
Six Mid-Century Modern tumblers by Federal Glass with blocks of concentric squares in orange enamel
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Retro Glass Tumblers or Drinking Glasses, circa 1950s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
and blue geometric pattern, dating to the mid century modern period, circa 1950s Each glass tumbler
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Murano Hexagonal Tumbler Glasses by Nason Moretti, Italy 1970s
By Nason and Moretti
Located in Roma, IT
12 tumbler glasses dating from around the 1970s made by the well-known Murano company "Nason
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of Six Vintage Libbey Glass 'Marine Life' Tumblers / Highball Glasses
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of six Libbey glassware 'Marine Life' tumblers or highball glasses with various fishes and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Lalique Floride Turquoise Crystal Set of 6 Whiskey Tumblers and Assiette
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Lalique Floride Turquoise Crystal Set of 6 Whiskey Tumblers and Assiette French crystal art glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Exclusive Set, 6 Murano Tumblers, Blue Zanfirico crossing Orange Bead, Cenedese
By Amelio Cenedese, Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Special and exclusive full set of 6 Murano tumblers, Made by Cenedese. The pattern of these
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Whiskey Bottle And Two Tumblers All With Fish Grindings
Located in Prato, Tuscany
traditional Tuscan glassmakers in Empoli, then ground and engraved using ancient sixteenth-century techniques
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Crystal

Wedgwood Arts & Crafts Style Majolica Pitcher and Tumbler Set
By Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
England in the mid-19th century, the glazes were revolutionary for their vast palette of bright
Category

Antique 1870s British Arts and Crafts Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware, Majolica, Pottery

Unique Set of 6 Murano Tumblers Cenedese Murano 1960, Young Collection
By Amelio Cenedese, Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Set of 6 glass long drink tumblers from Cenedese, made in Murano. This great collection of faded
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Collectible Retro Highball Spaghetti Tumblers Set of 3 Blue and Yellow
By Fred Press
Located in North Hollywood, CA
wet. They were marketed as shatter resistant. A perfect addition to your home, mid century fun for
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Collectible Retro Highball Spaghetti Tumblers Set of 6 Blue and White
By Fred Press
Located in North Hollywood, CA
: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period).
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 5 Vintage Blenko Glass Pinch / Dimple Tumblers or Small Vases.
By Blenko Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 5 Vintage Blenko Glass Pinch / Dimple Tumblers when put into light, there is a faint white
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Denby, Milnor Swedish Vista Ice Blue Low Tumbler Glasses by Bo Borgstrom
By Bo Borgstrom
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of six beautifully and ergonomically crafted low sized tumblers in Vista Ice Blue this color
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Glass

Denby, Milnor Swedish Vista Ice Blue Medium Tumbler Glasses by Bo Borgstrom
By Bo Borgstrom
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of six beautifully and ergonomically crafted medium sized tumblers in Vista Ice Blue this
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Glass

Arabian Nights Highball Tumbler Turquoise and Gold by Georges Briard 1950's
By Culver Ltd., Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
pattern 'Persians' Mid-Century Modern style highball or double rocks glass 12 oz. Tumbler. This gorgeous
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Italian Regency Portable Metal Bar Caddy with accessories
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid Century Italian Regency Portable Metal Bar Caddy with accessories Glass on back of caddy 6
Category

Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Vintage Art Deco Culver Gold Striped Set of 2 High Ball Tumblers
By Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Vintage Culver Gold and frosted Chevron Stripe Lines Mid-Century Modern Glasses, Bar cocktail highball
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

1950 Tumbler Frosted Drink Glasses Cavalcade by Libbey Galloping Horse Set of 5
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Modern frosted horse high ball tumblers glasses frosted white and gold toned cavalcade of
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 8 Vintage Tumblers with White Swirled Design and Colored Bands
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Vintage Tumblers with White Swirled Design and Colored Bands 2 red, 2 pink, 2 yellow, 2
Category

Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of Eight Pinched Base Smoked Cocktail Glasses or Water Tumblers
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eight cocktail glasses in curved form with dimpled bases.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century MCM Chantilly Culver Bar Set
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid-Century MCM Chantilly Culver Bar Set, Decanter with metal stirrer and six tumblers 22K Gold
Category

Vintage 1960s American Barware

Materials

Glass

Unique Set of 6 Murano Tumblers, Cenedese Murano 1960, Young Collection, Signed
By Cenedese, Amelio Cenedese
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Set of 6 glass long drink tumblers from Cenedese, made in Murano. This set of 6 Murano glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

fferrone Contemporary Czech Glass Flight Carafe with Four Flight Tumbler Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
The flight carafe and four flight tumbler glasses. The Flight tumblers from fferrone are
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

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Mid Century Tumblers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of mid century tumblers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, art glass and blown glass, all mid century tumblers available were constructed with great care. There are 121 antique and vintage mid century tumblers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century tumblers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century tumblers made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Murano, Amelio Cenedese and Per Lutken for Holmegaard each produced beautiful mid century tumblers that are worth considering.

How Much are Mid Century Tumblers?

Mid century tumblers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $427, while the lowest priced sells for $35 and the highest can go for as much as $4,500.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Mid Century Tumblers
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple. 

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

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

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

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

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