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Restored Thayer Coggin Nightstands by Milo Baughman: 1960s Mid-Century Elegance
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the stylish world of the 1960s with this extraordinary pair of mid-century nightstands by
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Chrome
H 25 in W 28 in D 18 in
Pair Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Nightstands, Lacquer, Paul Frankl, John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern Dresser / Nightstands, Lacquer, Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Gorgeous pair of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
H 32.5 in W 40 in D 22.5 in
Bethlehem, Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, White Lacquer, Bronze, 1940s
By Bethlehem Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Hollywood Regency style white lacquered dressers or commode or chest. Each of these
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of American of Martinsville Lacquered Nightstands, Mid-Century Modern
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of American of Martinsville black lacquered nightstands with round white ceramic
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, Chests, Black Lacquer, Brass, USA, 1970s
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern, Chests of Drawers, Black Lacquer, Brass, USA, 1990s
Pair of sleek clean mid
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinoiserie Style Asian Modern Lacquered Nightstands, Mid-Century
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Asian Modern chinoiserie style nightstands. These Mid-Century stands are in
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Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Cabinets, Chests, Nightstands, Karl Springer Style
By Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern cabinets, chests, nightstands, karl springer Style
Pair of Nightstands
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 32 in W 53.5 in D 21 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Nightstands by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Freehold, NJ
This pair of mid century modern nightstands by American of Martinsville feature hardwood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Pair of Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Tomato Red Lacquered Nightstands
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of excellent vintage nightstands lacquered in a high gloss finish. Color matched to Benjamin
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Design Russel Wright Red Lacquer Nightstands
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern design Russel Wright Dark Red lacquer Single drawer nightstands. Made
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Maple, Lacquer
Pair of Fine Italian Inlaid Three Drawers Banded Tops Nightstands Small Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Fine Italian Inlayed Three Drawers Banded Tops Night End Table Stands Small Dressers Chests
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
H 26 in W 25.5 in D 15 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood & Black Lacquer Nightstands C1970
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Lacquer nightstands
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Rosewood, Paint, Oak, Lacquer
H 23.5 in W 26.5 in D 18 in
Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker MCM Chests or Nightstands Far East Collection
By Michael Taylor
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid Century Modern Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Far East Collection black lacquer small
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 35.75 in W 40 in D 19 in
Paul Frankl Style, Mid-Century Modern, Nighstands, Black Lacquer, Chrome, 2023
By Paul Frankl
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern Commodes / Nightstands, Paul Frankl Style, Ebony Lacquer
Pair of high
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
H 32.5 in W 39.75 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Lacquered Nightstands by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of beautiful lacquered nightstands designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands c. 1960s
By American of Martinsville
Located in Denville, NJ
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Introducing our pair of Mid-century Modern nightstands, a part of the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 25 in W 21 in D 20 in
Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached mahogany four drawer bachelors chests with round brass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 32.88 in W 30.75 in D 18.38 in
Pair of Pierre Cardin White and Chrome Nightstands or Dressers for Dillingham
By Pierre Cardin, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of nightstands or dressers designed by Pierre Cardin and manufactured by Dillingham, France
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
H 28.25 in W 40.25 in D 19.13 in
Pair of Minimalist Black Lacquer Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Funky pair of piano lacquer and maple side tables combining minimalist, modernist, and Asian design
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Maple
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Teak One Drawer Nightstands End Tables MINT!
By Durland, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Teak one drawer nightstands end tables MINT!.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Teak
H 22 in W 24 in D 18 in
Handsome Restored Pair of Vintage Henredon Campaign Chests in Espresso Lacquer
By Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
A beautiful pair of
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 36 in D 19 in
Pair of Ebonized Mid Century Modern Nightstands
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of nice one drawer ring pulls nightstands or end tables.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Nightstands by American of Martinsville: Elegance Restored
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of mid-century modern design with our beautifully restored pair of nightstands
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Chrome
H 28 in W 21 in D 17 in
Pair of Dorothy Draper for Heritage Espana Chests / Commodes, Mid-Century Modern
By Dorothy Draper, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Heritage Espana Chests by Dorothy Draper, Stamped, Mid Century Modern
A pair of stunning
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 31.5 in W 38 in D 20 in
Pair of Nightstand White Lacquer Bamboo and Wood by DUX, Sweden, 1960
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of nightstand white lacquer bamboo and wood by DUX, Sweden, 1960.
Rare model in "torsade" wood
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
H 21.26 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Nightstands Lacquered in Ebony, Pair
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Wilton, CT
Stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Nightstands, expertly lacquered in Ebony. Each
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
John Kapel for Glenn of California Walnut and Black Lacquered Nightstands, Pair
By John Stuart Inc., John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut and black lacquered single-drawer
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
H 22.5 in W 24 in D 18 in
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Lacquered Nightstands, Refinished
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquered nightstands
By Merton Gershun for
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Mahogany, Lacquer
H 20.25 in W 22.25 in D 18 in
Pair Mid-Century Modern Oiled Walnut Two Drawers End Tabled Nightstands Mint!
By American of Martinsville, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair mid century American modern oiled walnut two drawers end tabled nightstands mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 23 in W 24 in D 14 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency nightstands
By John Widdicomb
USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.75 in W 25 in D 18 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style nightstands
By John
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.75 in W 25 in D 18 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style nightstands
By John
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24 in W 25 in D 18 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Nightstands
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style three-drawer bedside
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.63 in W 25 in D 18 in
Drexel Mid-Century Modern Campaign Blue Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style bedside chests
By Drexel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 22.5 in W 26.5 in D 18 in
Venetian Mid-Century Pair of Hand Decorated and Laquered Nightstands
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Venetian Mid-Century pair of hand decorated and laquered nightstands in massive wood, Renaissance
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Pair Mid-Century Modern Cabinets Commodes or Night Stands Harrison Van Horn
By Harrison Van Horn, Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern commodes, nightstands or cabinets. This fine pair of Karl Springer Style
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 32.5 in W 48 in D 18.5 in
American of Martinsville Pair of Nightstands / Cabinets Hollywood Regency
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful elegant Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by American of Martinsville, circa 1960s
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.5 in W 23 in D 17.25 in
Post-Modern Pair of Cream and Brass Lacquer 1980s Nightstands
By Milo Baughman, Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of mid-century 80s cream lacquer & brass nightstands by Lane. Gorgeous post modern design. The
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Lacquer
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Nightstands Circa 1970’s
Located in North York, ON
stunning mid-century nightstands.
Price includes complimentary curb side shipping within the continental
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Two Doors Nightstands by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands tables by Henredon in medium walnut finish. Featuring large
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern three-drawer bachelor chests or nightstands
By John Van
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 28.25 in W 21 in D 19 in
Pair of Moderage Sculptural Parzinger White Lacquered King Size Nightstands
By Modernage Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of moderage sculptural parzinger white lacquered king size nightstands, each one standing 30
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 20.5 in D 24 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Black Lacquer and Brass Nightstands
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin mid century black lacquer and brass nightstands - pair
Each
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 26 in W 32 in D 18 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Carlo de Carli Nightstands for Sormani, 1960
By Sormani, Carlo De Carli
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautiful pair of Carlo de Carli nightstands, edited by Sormani in the 1960s. Lacquered wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 19.89 in W 15.75 in D 14.57 in
Pair of Midcentury Modern Light Walnut One Drawer Step Nightstands
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of light walnut Mid-Century Modern nightstands or side tables.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Sculpted and Minimalist Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands c. 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Denville, NJ
Step into the allure of the 1960s with our Vintage Mid Century Modern Pair of Nightstands, exuding
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 25 in W 20 in D 17 in
Pair of Custom Made Solid Walnut Lacquer Nightstands/ End Tables
By Paul McCobb
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant and unique pair of nightstands, custom made in California nicely blue lacquer case with
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Style Lacquered Goatskin Chests
By Karl Springer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant pair of vintage modern nightstands feature plenty of room for storage within its many
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Goatskin, Lacquer
Pair of Italian Luciano Frigerio Plum Lacquered Brass Nightstands Tables, 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio di Desio
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare pair of Italian midcentury plum prune lacquered nightstands would be stunning in any
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 21.26 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Walnut Solid Brass Pulls Mid-Century Modern Nightstands Cabinets MINT!
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of walnut hammered solid brass pulls one drawer two door compartment Mid-Century Modern
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
H 27 in W 24 in D 14 in
Pair of Italian Glass Top Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of nightstands combines sculpted details with glass tops, burl wood surfaces
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
A pair that of Palm Beach Regency White Lacquered Honeycomb Cabinet nightstands
Located in Charleston, SC
I like to think of these as the breeze blocks end tables/nightstands. They have a funky weave
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 23 in W 26 in D 18 in
Edward Wormley Chests for Dunbar Espresso Lacquered Mahogany with Leather Bases
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of six drawer bachelor chests with inset hardware designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Oak
H 31 in W 46 in D 20 in
J.C. Mahey pair of pink black lacquer brass nightstands chests 1970s
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in Paris, IDF
These twin nightstands chest of drawers in a beautiful peach pink and black lacquer could serve in
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 22.45 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in
Pair of 1950s Paul Frankl Nightstands Lacquered in Farrow & Ball Pavilion Grey
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Saint Louis, MO
century pieces of furniture. And here we have a lovely pair of Paul Frankl Farrow and Ball Pavilion Grey
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.5 in W 24 in D 17 in
Frigerio 1970s Italian Pair of White Lacquered Wood Side Tables / Nightstands
By Giusta Collini, Frigerio Di Desio
Located in New York, NY
Italian 1970s pair of white lacquered side tables or nightstands from a Milanese house in San Siro
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Brass
H 22.5 in W 22.5 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Jean-Claude Mahey Pink Lacquered Brass Nightstands, 1970s
By Maison Romeo, Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Paris, IDF
drawers, this beautiful pair of nightstands carries a stellar French mid-century aesthetic into the
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Small Black Lacquer Cabinets Nightstands by J.C. Mahey, 1970s
By Jean Claude Mahey, Romeo Paris
Located in Paris, IDF
Glossy black lacquer, paired with bright brass accents, feels crisp and luxe on this pair of small
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 26.38 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Floating Bedsides / Nightstands
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish bedsides, circa 1960's. Beautifully veneered wall mount nightstands for sleek small
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Michel Pigneres Black Lacquered Brass Nightstands Tables 1970s
By Michel Pigneres
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare pair of French midcentury single drawer black lacquered nightstands or end tables would
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 22.84 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
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Pair Of Midcentury Lacquered Nightstands For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands are appealing in their simplicity, but Paul Frankl, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and American of Martinsville produced popular pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands that are worth a look.
How Much are Pair Of Midcentury Lacquered Nightstands?
Prices for pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, pair of midcentury lacquered nightstands begin at $734 and can go as high as $13,511, while the average can fetch as much as $3,216.
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.
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