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Mid-Century Modern Tufted Bench by Meuller Furniture
By Mueller Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage bench features a tufted vinyl upholstery covering the seating surface ensuring comfort. A sturdy chrome cantilevered base provides stability and style. A distinct...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Faux Leather

United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Tall Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut tall drawer low (highboy) dresser by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak, Walnut

United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Low Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut six drawer low dresser by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine craftsmanship with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak, Walnut

United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Night Stand
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut nightstand by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine craftsmanship with solid oak
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Stunning Mahogany Dresser by Johnson Furniture, 1950’s, USA
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Mahogany dresser by Johnson Furniture Company form the 1950’s. Dresser has eight
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

1950's Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Dresser by Crawford
By Crawford Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern dresser for sale. Manufactured by Crawford Furniture, and made of
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Maple

Mid Century Modern Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Cork Top Nightstand
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Cork Top Two Drawer End Table / Nightstand
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Australian Modern Teak Sofa & Armchairs by Parker Furniture, 1950s
By Parker Furniture
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Parker Furniture in 1956. Parker has a legacy of creating some of the finest Mid-Century furniture. These
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Vintage 1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1950's Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Sofa Reupholstered in Pink Velvet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Burbank, CA
Gorgeous original Hollywood Regency Midcentury Modern settee lounge couch for sale. Manufactured in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture, Mid-Century Modern, Station Wagon Bedframe
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl / John Stuart Full Size Bed Frame, Station Wagon Rare collectors
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Vintage 1950s American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Renzo Rutili Ivory and Brass Nightstand Johnson Furniture Co., circa 1950
By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili
Located in Camden, ME
nightstand/ end table visual interest. Designed by Renzo Rutili, the head of design at Johnson Furniture for
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern Multi-Purpose Piece of Furniture - Italy 1950
Located in Girona, ES
Large removable multi-purpose piece of furniture in solid wood veneered with walnut, walnut
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Brass, Other

Mid Century Modern Chest, West Michigan Furniture Co. Ebony, Walnut, Metz
By West Michigan Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid Century Modern Chest, Dresser, West Michigan Furniture Co. Ebony, Walnut, Metz One part of a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Original Photo of furniture/interior by Charles Eames, USA - 1950
By Charles Eames
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1950 - Museum of decorative Arts in Czech republic - suitable for framing
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Photography

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Modern Nightstand, End Table, West Michigan Furniture Co Frank Metz
By West Michigan Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid Century Modern Nightstand, End Table, West Michigan Furniture Co. Ebony, Walnut, Metz One part
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Slipper Chairs, Classic Modern Design
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Buffalo, NY
,,Structurally sound, tight joints , etc.,(MICHAEL TAYLOR FOR BAKER FURNITURE CO.). *****(PRICED PER CHAIR )
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rietveld Zigzag Chair - Classic Design Furniture in American Pine 1950
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
functional character of the chair, making it fit into any modern or classic interior. Advantages
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture, Mid-Century Modern Dining Table, Cork, Mahogany
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Cork Top Mahogany Dining Table, Johnson Furniture Cork top dining
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Cork

Desk Laminate, 1950 Italian Furniture Especially Gio Ponti Attributed
By Gio Ponti
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Desk laminate, 1950 Italian furniture especially Gio Ponti Attributed, made of colored laminate
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Six Drawer Dresser by Distinctive Furniture by Stanley 1950/1960’s
By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional mid century dresser made by the noted American manufacturer Distinctive Furniture by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Asia Modern Chinese Horseshoe Style Lounge Chair by Century Furniture after Mont
By Century Furniture, James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Century Furniture Co. in the style of James Mont. The chair features a solid oak frame, in original dark
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Danish Modern Sofa, 1950
By Svend Skipper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Danish Modern sofa attributed to Svend Skipper, 1950, with earthy multicolor striped
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Teak

Danish Modern Sofa, 1950
Danish Modern Sofa, 1950
H 31 in W 61.5 in D 27.75 in
1950's Mid Century Italian Provincial Wall Mirror by Henredon Fine Furniture
By Henredon
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1950's Mid Century Italian Provincial Wood Wall Mirror by Henredon Fine Furniture. Excellent
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Dresser by Mengel Furniture
By Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
: 60" X Depth: 18.5" by Mengel Furniture United States, 1950 We only purchase and sell only the best
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Vintage 1950s American Dressers

Materials

Rattan, Formica

1950’s Renzo Rutili Credenza with Seating Bench for Johnson Furniture
By Renzo Rutili
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Awesome credenza designed by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture in the United States circa 1950’s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Renzo Rutili Storage Cabinet with Bench for Johnson Furniture
By Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture Company chest with bench, circa late 1950s. This Asian
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

English Midcentury Stool by John and Silvia Reid for Stag Furniture
By Stag Furniture 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
manufacturer 'Stag Furniture' in the 1950's. The stool features a contemporary design with tapering block legs
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Sligh Furniture, Chests of Drawers, Oak, USA, 1950s
By Sligh Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of solid oak chests of drawers designed and produced by Sligh Furniture, US, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

1950's Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Baker Furniture Company, Dorothy Draper, Henredon
Located in Burbank, CA
We have this incredible set of four original Mid-century Modern dining chairs for sale. They were
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Solid Wood And Colored Glass Bar Furniture, Italy 1950's
Located in Ibiza, Spain
, marble color or wood grain, etc. Take into account that the colors on the furniture may vary depending
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century John Widdicomb Furniture mahogany nightstands circa 1950
By John Widdicomb
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Handsome pair of mahogany nightstands designed for the illustrious John Widdicomb circa 1950
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Early Lane Furniture Small-Scale Blonde Magazine Stand Coffee Table
By Lane Furniture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Early Lane Furniture. X crossed legs on either side support marquetry patterned top with magazine
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Maple

Funny Little Piece of Furniture in Painted Maple, circa 1950/1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Funny little piece of furniture in painted maple, with a "guillotine" door. Origin North America
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Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Maple

Prize Designs for Modern Furniture (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Published in 1950 by The Museum of Modern Art - MOMA, this is a scarce soft covered book which
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20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

Prize Designs for Modern Furniture (Book)
Prize Designs for Modern Furniture (Book)
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H 10 in W 7.5 in D 0.25 in
Ward Furniture Mfg Mid Century Louvered Highboy
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Mid Century Ward Furniture Mfg 4 drawer highboy dresser. Baby Steps line. Formica top. Gorgeous
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Formica, Wood

Ward Furniture Mfg Mid Century Louvered Highboy
Ward Furniture Mfg Mid Century Louvered Highboy
No Reserve
H 42 in W 32 in D 17.5 in
Exceptional Brutalist Furniture in Solid Elm circa 1950, Work with Gouge
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional Brutalist furniture in solid elm, circa 1950. Work with gouge. Very good condition.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Paul McCobb End Tables Perimeter Group for Winchendon Furniture Co. 1950
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Company, 1950."Perimeter Group" beech wood and leather
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Leather, Beech

Mid-century modern side table , 1950's
Located in Delft, NL
Mosaic tripod side table
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-century modern side table , 1950's
Mid-century modern side table , 1950's
H 22.64 in W 37.41 in D 24.22 in
United Furniture Diamond Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous Walnut Diamond Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by United Furniture This mid century
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture, Station Wagon Bench, Rock Maple, Fabric, 1950s
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl / John Stuart Storage Ottoman, Footstool Paul Frankl for
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Extraordinary Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Italy 1950s Tripod Lamp
Located in Lucca, IT
Lampada Tripode Mid-Century Modern da tavolo in Metallo Verniciato e rifiniture in Ottone Italia
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italy 1950s Tripod Lamp
Mid-Century Modern Italy 1950s Tripod Lamp
No Reserve
H 10.63 in Dm 5.91 in
1950's Mid Century Modern Solid Mahogany Center Table
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1950's Mid Century Modern Solid Mahogany Center Table. This center table can be used for all types
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood

1950-60s, reupholstered Danish highback rocking chair, KVADRAT furniture wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish reupholstered highback rocking chair. Oak wood and KVADRAT green furniture wool
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pair of Finn Juhl No. 48 Danish Modern Chairs for Baker, 1950's
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in East Hampton, NY
These are a pair of Finn Juhl's 1950's iconic No. 48 open armchairs manufactured by Baker USA - all
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Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Wood Vintage Chair, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair made by unknown designer. Manufactured in Spain, circa 1950. Wood. In original condition
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wood Vintage Chair, circa 1950
Mid-Century Modern Wood Vintage Chair, circa 1950
No Reserve
H 36.23 in W 15.75 in D 16.54 in
Danish Modern Sideboard, Denmark, 1950
By Poul Jeppesen
Located in New York, NY
This fine example of Danish modern design is the work of the renowned cabinetmaker Poul Jeppesen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Sideboard, Denmark, 1950
Danish Modern Sideboard, Denmark, 1950
H 45.25 in W 67 in D 16.75 in
Sculptural Scissor Leg X-Base Table Renzo Rutili Johnson Furniture (Attrd.)
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Petite table. W 30 x D 20 x H 24.25 in.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Finn Juhl Dining Table by Baker Furniture
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Highland, IN
This beautifully detailed dining walnut table designed in 1951 by Finn Juhl for Baker Furniture has
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Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Ward Furniture Mid Century "Baby Steps" 9 Drawer Lowboy
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Vintage mid century Ward Furniture 9 drawer lowboy from the Baby Steps line. Formica top. Popular
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Formica, Wood

Ward Furniture Mid Century "Baby Steps" 9 Drawer Lowboy
Ward Furniture Mid Century "Baby Steps" 9 Drawer Lowboy
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No Reserve
H 30.5 in W 60 in D 17.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Green Velvet Armchairs, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian armchairs made of solid wood structure with padded filling and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale. Originally from the 1950's, and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk

Mid-Century Modern Wood Scandinavian Sofa, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Modern wood Scandinavian sofa, circa 1950. With a new upholstery. In original
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wood Scandinavian Sofa, circa 1950
Mid-Century Modern Wood Scandinavian Sofa, circa 1950
No Reserve
H 27.56 in W 46.07 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Baker Furniture Midcentury Wicker Side Tables with Tapered Legs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage Baker Furniture Company wicker side tables from the mid 20th century, with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Tea Cart, Garden Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern bamboo tea cart, Fabulous from the 1950s. Made in bamboo with four wheels
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

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Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs, c.1950
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs, c.1950
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Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs, c.1950
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs, c.1950
H 35.04 in W 23.82 in D 25.2 in
Dassi Modern Furniture Sideboard in Wood, Glass and Brass
By Dassi Mobili Moderni
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful inlaid wooden sideboard crafted in the 1950s by Dassi Mobili Moderni. The sideboard has a thick raised base made of brass in perfect patina. Above this plate rises the ce...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

1950s Paul Frankl "Station Wagon" Cabinet Johnson Furniture Company
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1940s Mid century Modern Paul Frankl Cabinet Chest of Drawers. A part of the station wagon series
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Ignazio Gardella Mid-Century Modern Italian Oval Table, 1950
By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Oval table designed by the famous architect Ignazio Gardella for Azucena. The top is covered in formica with rubber edge, the base is in painted iron, the feet are adjustable in heig...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Brass, Iron

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Modern Furniture 1950 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic modern furniture 1950 available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every modern furniture 1950 was constructed with great care. Find 170473 options for an antique or vintage modern furniture 1950 now, or shop our selection of 115 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the modern furniture 1950 you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern furniture 1950 made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modern furniture 1950 over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Hans J. Wegner and Edward Wormley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Modern Furniture 1950?

The average selling price for a modern furniture 1950 at 1stDibs is $2,539, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $5,448,329 for the highest priced.
Questions About Modern Furniture 1950
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    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 11, 2019

    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.

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