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Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, Netherlands, 1960's
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Desk, made in the Netherlands 1960's. In the style of
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Storage Box by Metalux the Netherlands
By Metalux, Joost Teders 1
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stylish and decorative sewing box / storage box designed by Joost Teders for Metalux Netherlands in
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Steel
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Brass Sphere the Netherlands 1960
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful and stylish brass sphere sculpture in great vintage condition.
This beauty will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate.
Cost of transport is crate incl...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Armchair Set, Netherlands 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design armchair set, made in the Netherlands 1950's. Beech wooden
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Expanding Walnut Cocktail Table from the Netherlands
By OMA
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous expanding cocktail table from the Netherlands. Created from walnut, the two ends pull out
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut, Laminate
Abstract Mid-Century Modern White Glazed Phallus Sculpture, The Netherlands 1976
Located in Den Haag, NL
Abstract Mid-Century Modern White Glazed Phallus Sculpture, Dated and signed by unknown Artist, The
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 12.8 in W 10.04 in D 9.45 in
Mid-Century Modern Minimalistic Metal and Glass Coffee Table, the Netherlands
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Netherlands in the 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 39.38 in
Ko Verzuu for Ado, Mid-Century Modern, Wood Car Construction Netherlands Toy
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Toy designed by Ko Verzuu, circa 1950.
Manufactured by ADO in Netherlands.
Blue trailer with
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Toys
Materials
Wood
No Reserve
H 2.96 in W 9.45 in D 8.08 in
Concrete Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculpture in Gold Color, Netherlands 1960's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Concrete Mid-Century Modern abstract sculpture in gold color, Netherlands 1960's
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
H 12.21 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Ko Verzuu for Ado, Mid-Century Modern, Wood Blocks Construction Netherlands Toy
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Toy designed by Ko Verzuu, circa 1930.
Manufactured by ADO in Netherlands.
ADO Blokken, canvas bag
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Canvas, Wood
No Reserve
H 11.82 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Ko Verzuu for Ado, Mid-Century Modern, Wood Blocks Construction Netherlands Toy
By Ko Verzuu, ADO
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Toy designed by Ko Verzuu, circa 1930.
Manufactured by ADO in Netherlands.
ADO Blokken, canvas bag
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Canvas, Wood
No Reserve
H 11.82 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Mid-Century Sofa, the Netherlands 1960's
By Rob Parry
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-century sofa on a metal frame with wooden arm rests. We have re-upholstered the sofa with a
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Teak Chair From Pynock Netherlands
By Van Oss Culemborg
Located in Bunnik, NL
A beautiful teak chair with an organic form. Teak frame renovated, upholstery replaced. Stylish accent
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Ceramic Vintage Mid Century Modern Floor Lamp Pieter Groeneveldt, Netherlands
By Georges Pelletier
Located in Vienna, AT
Ceramic vintage mid century modern floor lamp by Pieter Groeneveldt, 1960s, Netherlands.
Pieter
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Textile
Mid century copper wall mirror, Netherlands 1950s
Located in ECHT, NL
the Netherlands. The copper has gained a beautiful patina throughout the years. The piece is in all
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Copper
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs Attr. Artifort, The Netherlands 1950
By Artifort
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of two Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs attr. Artifort. Silver grey metal frame and new off
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.38 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century Strafor desk from the Netherlands, 1960s
By Strafor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century, Strafor manufactured desk from the Netherlands, 1960s. The desk's frame has cabinets
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern White Gold Steel Cylinder Wall Lamp, Netherlands, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Eight cylindrical sconces / wall lamps whit copper structure. Inside finished in gold and steel.
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Folding Magazine Racks by Cees Braakman - Netherlands
By Cees Braakman
Located in Girona, ES
for Pastoe.
Netherlands c. 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
H 22.05 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Mid Century Modern Red Louis Kalff Vintage Table Light 1950s Philips Netherlands
By Louis Christiaan Kalff
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern tomato red lacquered metal table lamp, which features a cast iron foot, a
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 14.17 in W 10.24 in D 14.17 in
Mid-Century Modern Reclaimed Beech Trunk-Slab Custom-Made Table the Netherlands
By George Nakashima
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This vintage solid beech slab has been reclaimed from a rustic coffee table from the 1960s
The wood slab has been sandblasted and heat treated first in a 120 degrees celsius oven ...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 43.71 in D 39.77 in
Mid Century Ru Van Rossem Signed Lithograph 1962 Netherlands
By Kikuo Saito 1
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mid Century lithograph by well listed Dutch artist Ru Van Rossem ( 1924-2007 ) titled " Destroyed
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chair Patio Rohe Noordwolde Netherlands, 1960s
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage rattan chair by Rohe Noordwolde, Netherlands, 1960s.
The seat shell was
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
H 29.93 in W 23.56 in D 22.84 in
Mid-century teak desk, The Netherlands 1960's
By Arne Vodder, WéBé
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Teak veneer desk with drawers which can be locked. The top has been sand and laquered
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-20th Century Jema, Netherlands Table Lamp
By Jema
Located in Pymble, NSW
A Jema, Netherlands table lamp of a "Girl Sitting on Her Luggage" mounted on a timber base with a
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Arm Chair, by Gelderland, the Netherlands 1960's
By Ercol, Gelderland
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wooden fire side spindle back lounge chair.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Rare Mid Century Modern 4-Flamed Pendant Lamp DD 39 by Philips Netherlands 1950s
By Philips
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern four-flamed pendant lamp or ceiling
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
H 9.06 in Dm 21.66 in
Yellow Mid-Century Modern Louis Kalff Table Lamp 1950s for Philips Netherlands
By Louis Kalff
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely yellow mid century modern vintage table lamp, which shows a cast iron foot with a curved
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
Mid Century Modern Vintage Table Lamp Louis Kalff for Philips Netherlands 1958
By Louis Kalff
Located in Vienna, AT
A blue - green trilegged mid century modern vintage table lamp, which was designed by Louis Kalff
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of 'Utrecht' Armchairs attr Gerrit Rietveld, Mid-Century The Netherlands
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of 'Utrecht' Armchairs attributed to Gerrit Rietveld, The Netherlands 1960's
Provenance: I
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Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Wooden Nesting Tables, The Netherlands, 1950's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of three side tables in good condition.
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid century glass chunks ceiling lamp by RAAK, Netherlands 1960s
By RAAK
Located in ECHT, NL
Mid century flush mount ceiling lamp. Designed and made by Dutch company RAAK in the 1960s. It has
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century White Tulip RAAK Amsterdam Table Lamp Netherlands 1960
By RAAK
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Elegant Mid-Century White Table Lamp by RAAK Amsterdam
Description: Elevate your space with the
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century PASTOE FM08 Swiffle Chair by Cees Braakman, Netherlands 1959
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in DE MEERN, NL
, from mid-century modern to contemporary chic. Embrace the story, the craftsmanship, and the design
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 27.56 in
Mid century Rocking chair, De Ster - Gelderland Netherlands 1950-1960
By De Ster Gelderland
Located in Herentals, BE
Varnished wooden rocking chair with hand-woven rush seat and upholstered back with original fabric.
The organically designed chair is in good and sturdy condition.
The seat height is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Rush
H 33.08 in W 28.75 in D 24.02 in
Mid Century Mushroom Stool by Pierre Paulin for Artifort Netherlands 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid century original, Mushroom pouf stool, or ottoman designed by Pierre Paulin by Artifort
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Wood and Leather Mimiset by Brabantia, the Netherlands 1950's
By Brabantia
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-century wood and leather mimiset by Brabantia, The Netherlands 1950's.
Set of three wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...
Materials
Metal
H 14.97 in W 13.59 in D 22.45 in
Mid-Century Blue & Brass Mixed Media Painting, Signed Lou Tiew, 1979 Netherlands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptional large modernist painting features a natural brass and fiberglass surface on board and is framed with brass flat bar stock. A central organic figure in dark purples a...
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Metal
H 49.5 in W 62 in D 1.25 in
Mid-Century Grey Metal Wall Light, the Netherlands, 1960's
By Anvia, Louis Poulsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Grey metal wall light with multiple layers. In the style of Anvia or Louis Poulsen
In good condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Spindle Back Rocking Chair, the Netherlands, 1960's
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Teak rocking chair with black spindles and frame. In good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Rocker
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Pretzel Style midcentury rocker, The condition is amazing. lines are so attractive and unique, sure to grab anyone's attention. This piece sits very comfortable and has room for a cu...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid century PT10 serving cart by Cees Brakeman for Pastoe, Netherlands 1950s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in ECHT, NL
Mid century serving cart. Model PT10 designed by Cees Brakeman for Pastoe in the 1950s. It has two
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Plywood
H 23.63 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in
Mid Century Coffee Table Teak Frame, Satin Black Top & White Drawer, Netherlands
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very nice large scale coffee table made in the Netherlands, 1960s
Solid teak frame with single
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak, Wood
H 18.5 in W 51 in D 31.25 in
Set of Two Mid-Century Swivel Stools, Attrb. Brabantia, the Netherlands
By Brabantia
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Metal foot and swivel seating with new cognac faux-leather upholstery.
One foot cap is missing.
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
H 18.51 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Peter Ghyczy Large Rare Floor Lamp Purple 20th Century Modern Netherlands
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Antwerpen, BE
crafted by the renowned Peter Ghyczy. Designed for versatility, this modern floor lamp's generous
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Chrome, Brass
H 84.26 in W 94.49 in D 15.75 in
Ko Verzuu Mid-Century Children Toy Blocks, De Stijl, the Netherlands, 1950's
By Ko Verzuu
Located in Den Haag, NL
Ko Verzuu mid-century children toy blocks, the Netherlands, 1950's
Lovely patinated wooden
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood
H 12.21 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Mid-century lucite Floor Lamp by Harco Loor, the Netherlands, 1980's
By Harco Loor 1
Located in DE MEERN, NL
. Pair it with mid-century modern furniture for a harmonious fusion of eras, or juxtapose it against
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Plexiglass, Lucite
H 70.87 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Wim Rietveld Mid-Century Modern Footstool
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Footstool designed by Wim Rietveld circa 1960 manufactured in Netherlands
In original condition
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Metal
Mid century modern teak lounge chair
Located in Weesp, NL
Very comfortable teak Mid-Century Modern lounge chair.
Very stylish and very comfortable teak
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Wardrobe by Derk Jan De Vries, the Netherlands 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century wardrobe by Derk Jan de Vries - The Netherlands 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Brass Z Table Lamp by Louis Kalff for Philips Netherlands
By Philips, Louis Kalff
Located in Vienna, AT
One of the most Iconic Dutch mid-century desk or table lamps designed by architect Louis Kalff for
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Rocking Elephant
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This stylized elephant is an original variation to the classical rocking horse.
It would be great fun for children to ride on its back (as you can see by its tail that has suffered ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Pine
Bamboo Serving Trolley Mid century Modern
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Weesp, NL
Mid century modern bamboo serving trolley
Stylish serving trolley produced in the 1960s by Rohe
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Wicker, Bamboo, Glass
Mid-Century Floor Lamp D-2003 By Jan Jaspers For Raak Amsterdam Netherlands 1950
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in DE MEERN, NL
offers an opportunity to infuse it with vintage charm and sophistication. Pair it with mid-century modern
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 62.6 in W 13.78 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Steel Spherical Fire Place
Located in Weesp, NL
Mid-Century Modern spherical fireplace made out of heavy steel by Dries Kreijkamp , the Netherlands
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Adjustable Floor Lamp by Busquet for Hala, the Netherlands, 1950's
By Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dark brown metal floor lamp. The lamp can be adjusted and rotate 360 degrees on a ball.
A small dent in the lamp shade.
Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet (1914-1977) was a Dutch ...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 55.12 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scissor Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Dronten, NL
Laminated teak plywood pair of scissor chairs, made in Holland in 1958.
More recent upholstery in very good condition.
When needed, re-upholstery is available upon request.
Priced as...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Framed Stone Topped Coffee Table with Shelf
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century Brutalist stone topped coffee or side table with wenge frame, lower shelf and
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone
H 15.5 in W 35.375 in D 35.375 in
Mid-Century L. Kalff for Philips Metal and Glass Suspension Lamp 50s Netherlands
By Philips, Louis Kalff
Located in Palermo, IT
shaped attributable to Louis Kalff for Philips, Netherlands, 1950s. There are defects in the chrome
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 33.47 in Dm 13.78 in
Midcentury Modern Dutch Design Tripod Coffee Table, Netherlands 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design Round Tripod Wenge Coffee Table. Made in the Netherlands
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
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Netherlands Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Netherlands mid century modern you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Netherlands mid century modern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and fabric. Find 7921 options for an antique or vintage Netherlands mid century modern now, or shop our selection of 82 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Netherlands mid century modern — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Netherlands mid century modern, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Netherlands mid century modern over the years, but those crafted by Artifort, UMS Pastoe and Cees Braakman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Netherlands Mid Century Modern?
A Netherlands mid century modern can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,779, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $73,694.
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 Netherlands Mid Century Modern
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 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 rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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 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 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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