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Rare Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps by WKR Germany with Plexiglass Lampshade
By WKR Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Mid-Century Modern table lamps by WKR Offenbach Germany.
Original condition and fully
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 8.27 in W 4.73 in D 7.88 in
Extremely Rare Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini Italy 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern lucite table lamp. Designed and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
H 10.63 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Extremely Rare Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Florian Schulz Germany 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional, large and elegant Mid-Century Modern brass table lamp with rotating lamp shade
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 14.18 in D 12.21 in
Extremely Rare Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp 'Java' by Mathieu Matégot 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern table lamp "Java".
Designed & manufactured by Mathieu Matégot
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Extremely Rare Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Florian Schulz Germany 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional, large and elegant Mid-Century Modern brass table lamp with rotating lamp shade
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 14.18 in D 12.21 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Nubian Man Hitting Gong, Moss Lamp Co
By Moss Lamp Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning depiction of strong Nubian figure striking gong, bronzed clad plaster figure, retains original mallet as well as original lampshade, both in need of some repair ,wood and co...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Copper
Rare Mid Century Modern Table Lamp or Desk Light by Andre Ricard for Metalarte
By André Ricard, Metalarte Spain
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant table lamp or desk light. Designed by André Ricard in 1973. Manufactured
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 8.67 in W 15.36 in D 4.73 in
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Red Lacquered Metal Italian Manufacture 1950s
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
A rare Mid-Century Modern table or desk lamp with a stem in metal, a base, and a lampshade in red
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 11.82 in Dm 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Lamp
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A chic and rare mid-century modern table lamp in wrought iron, in the style of Glenn of California
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp or Desk Light Italy 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and rare Mid-Century Modern table lamp or desk light. Designed and manufactured probably in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Mid-Century Enamel Metal Lamp by Poggibonsi, Italy, 1960s
By Siva Poggibonsi
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Mid-Century Modern table or desk lamp in red, white, blue, black enamel enamelled metal decor
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Brass
Large Mid Century Modern Table Lamp by Peter Prelller for Tecta Germany 1980s
By Peter Preller
Located in Munich, DE
Large and rare Mid Century Modern table lamp. Designed by Peter Preller for Tecta, Germany, 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage table lamp by Aldo tura, 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Rare mid century modern table lamp by Aldo Tura with its original lamp shade.
Made from brass and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid century pipe table lamp by Aldo Tura, 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Rare mid century modern table lamp by Aldo Tura shaped like a pipe with a caged torch lamp and a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Black Murano Glass Table Lamp by AV Mazzega, Italy 1970s
By AVMazzega
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you may find a gorgeous and extremely rare Mid Century Modern Table Lamp by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 16.54 in W 17.72 in D 8.27 in
Pair of Monumental Midcentury Table Lamps by Vereinigte Werkstätten, Germany
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two sculptural and extremely rare Mid-Century Modern table lamps in heavy, massive and
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 27.17 in W 15.36 in D 9.06 in
Space Age Chrome Table Lamp by Artimeta 1970s
By Artimeta
Located in BAARLO, LI
A rather rare Mid Century Modern table lamp from Artimeta, Netherlands from the 1970s. The 'sphere
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Desk Clock with Massive Glass Frame, West Germany 1970s
By Wiesenthalhütte
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous and extremally rare Mid Century Modern table clock, placed
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Table Lamp Methacrylate and Brass by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Very Rare Mid-Century Modern table lamp in brass, black lacquered metal, white and yellow
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 21.66 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Set of Two Monumental Mid Century Table Lamps by Vereinigte Werkstätten Germany
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two monumental and extremely rare Mid-Century Modern table lamps in heavy, massive brass and
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 21.66 in W 5.71 in D 4.73 in
Rare Mid Century Modern Lightolier Fiberglass Desk Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE & FABULOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
GERALD THURSTON
FIBERGLASS SHADE
MINIMALIST DESK LAMP
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rare Murano Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason, Italy, 1970s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a very rare Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Carlo Nason done in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Rare Midcentury Table Lamps by WKR Germany with Plexiglass Lampshades
By WKR Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Pair of rare Mid-Century Modern table lamps by WKR Offenbach Germany.
Lampshades are made of
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 7.88 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in
Beautiful Mid Century Modern glass table lamp by WMF Ikora with two sockets
By WMF Ikora
Located in München, DE
Beautiful very rare Mid Century Modern table lamp.
Manufacturer is WMF Ikora. Made in Germany
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Monumental Midcentury Table Lamps by Vereinigte Werkstätten, Germany
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two monumental and extremely rare Mid-Century Modern table lamps in heavy, massive brass
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 21.86 in W 3.94 in D 5.52 in
Rare! Mid Century Modern Lightolier Twin Articulating Lamp Gerald Thurston 1955
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE & FABULOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
GERALD THURSTON
TWIN FIBERGLASS SHADE
ARTICULATING DESK LAMP
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 25 in W 16 in D 16 in
Beautiful rare Mid Century Modern brass table lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large Mid Century Modern brass table lamp.
The screen is infinitely adjustable. Very
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Tommi Parzinger Mid-Century Modern Cocktail Table and Stools
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Tommi Parzinger Mid-Century Modern two-tier cocktail table with stained walnut top featuring an
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Rare Handcrafted & Stylish Mid-Century Modern Rattan, Leather & Oak Round Table
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare organic modern, rattan base and oak top dining table by Rohe.
If you are looking for a mid
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Iron
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H 28.25 in Dm 47 in
Beautiful rare Mid Century Modern Rotaflex Tripod table lamp
By Heifetz Rotaflex
Located in München, DE
Very rare Mid Century Modern Rotaflex table lamp with metal tripod frame.
Beautiful design, yellow
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rare Solid Teak Mid-Century Modern Retro Dyrlund Coffee or Centre Table
By Dyrlund
Located in Markington, GB
Rare solid teak Mid-Century Modern Dyrlund coffee table in mint vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Teak
H 21.66 in W 53.55 in D 32.68 in
Beautiful and Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Table Lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large Mid-Century Modern brass table lamp.
The shade is steplessly adjustable. Very
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare and Lovely Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern table lamp with adjustable shade. Designed and
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Rare Lovely Lane Acclaim Walnut Hall Console Table, Mid-Century Modern
By Lane Furniture
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare piece of Lane Acclaim dovetail top hall console table. This is the very hard to find console
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Rare Marble Demilune Console Table by Ettore Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian marble demilune console table designed by italian artist and designer Ettore Sottsass and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
H 39.38 in W 59.06 in D 25.2 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Cocktail Tray Table "Tempo Group" by Tony Paul
By Tony Paul
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare and unusual Mid-Century Modern double cocktail tray table "Tempo Group" by Tony Paul, have
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Iron
Beautiful very rare original Mid Century Modern brass tripod table lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful rare original Mid Century Modern brass tripod table lamp with fabric lampshade.
Typical
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
HIGHLY COLLECTABLE MiD CENTURY MODERN MAISON BAGUES GUERIDON OCCASIONAL TABLE
By Maison Baguès
Located in GB
feet and the rope twisted knot around the middle. The table top is some kind of mid-century lucite or
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare MOSS Articulating Fiberglass Reflector Table Lamp Mid Century Modern 1950s
By Moss Lamp Co. 1
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE MCM ICON!
MOSS FIBERGLASS REFLECTOR SHADE
AND CONE TABLE LAMP!
(APPROX. 17" TALL By 15
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 17 in W 15 in D 15 in
Rare Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Svend Aage Jessen from 1970
By Svend Aage Jessen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A very rare Danish Mid-Century Modern round Ceramic sofa table with a stainless-steel frame, fully
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rare Mid-Century Modern Massive Brass Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Elegant, solid brass table lamp from the 1960s. Beautiful patina and lighter traces of use
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare and special, Henning Korch 1960´s Mid Century Modern Danish sofa Table
By Henning Korch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The "Alabama Table" by Henning Korch for Silkeborg Møbler—a rare midcentury Danish rosewood sofa
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Wood
H 19.69 in W 35.04 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern Rare and Large Ceramic Table Lamps, Sweden, 1960s
By Armatur Hantverk Tibro
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set of rare and large table lamps was produced in Sweden during the late 1960 early 1970s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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H 27.56 in Dm 11.82 in
Rare Mid Century Danish Modern Modeline Table Lamp Teak Brass Adrian Pearsall
By Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Peoria, AZ
This lamp is a striking example of the best of Mid Century Modern Danish Modern design! The best brass
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Dining Table in Hardwood, by L'atelier, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Introducing a masterpiece of Brazilian modern design, this stunning dining room table from
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Rare Ebonized Cerused Walnut Mid-Century Modern Dining Table w/ Two Extensions
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Unusual Mid-Century Modern c.1950's boat shape dining table by Fernette with 2 x 24" long extension
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 30 in W 42 in D 60 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair Large Rock Crystal Giltwood Rare Baguès Fine Table Lamps
By Maison Baguès
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair of Mid-Century Modern Large various forms rock crystal stacking raised on gold
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rock Crystal
Rare early Ercol mid century extendable dining table 50's
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in Leicester, GB
This a very rare, early mid-century dining table designed by Lucian Ercolani for Ercol. The table
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
Vittorio Dassi Iconic Design Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 50s, Rare!
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful table designed by the famous Italian Mid-Century Modern designer Vittorio Dassi, 1950
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 30.71 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Rare Mid-Century Danish Modern C. B. Hansens Etablissement Table
By C.B.Hansen
Located in Forney, TX
Rare, elegant and sophisticated, this very fine quality vintage table by the acclaimed Danish royal
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Mid-20th Century Danish Louis XV Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Extremely Rare and Lovely Mid-Century Modern Lucite Table Lamp Sweden 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern table lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
H 8.27 in W 7.49 in D 6.7 in
Willy Rizzo, Mid-Century Modern, Rare 'Love' Table Lamps, Chrome, Copper, 1960s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare Pair of Mid-Century Modern 'Love' Table Lamps Signed by Willy Rizzo, Chrome & Copper
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Rare Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighted Sculpture / Table Lamp by James Riviere
By Centro D'art Lissone
Located in New York, NY
A rare, Italian Mid-Century Modern lighted plexi-glass sculpture / table lamp "Cubo di Teo
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
H 17.5 in W 16 in D 16 in
Rare HART Associates Mid Century Modern Brass Abstract Palm Celebrity Table Lamp
By Hart Associates 1, Richard Barr
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE CELEBRITY FURNISHING!
HART ASSOCIATES
ABSTRACT PALM
BRASS TABLE LAMP
SUPERB QUALITY
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 30 in W 18 in D 18 in
Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE MARVELOUS MODERNISM!
REMBRANDT
MID CENTURY MODERN
TABLE LAMP!
ATOMIC AWESOME!
DIMENSIONS
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Metal, Enamel
Rare 10ft Walnut Mid-Century Modern Conference Dining Table by Giacomo Buzzitta
By Stow Davis
Located in Lafayette, IN
As seen on the Apple TV limited series "Lessons in Chemistry" This actual table was featured in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 120 in D 48 in
Large & Rare Mid-Century Modern Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Table Lamp USA 1950s
By Yasha Heifetz, Heifetz Rotaflex
Located in Munich, DE
Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern table lamp. Designed and manufactured by Yasha
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Desk Light or Table Lamp, 1950, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern desk light or table lamp. Designed and manufactured in 1950s
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Modern Rare JT Abernathy Studio Pottery Ceramic Table Lamp 1960s
By J.T. Abernathy
Located in Troy, MI
A rare table lamp by JT Abernathy of Ann Arbor MI circa 1960s
Dark blue patterned glaze with
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Rare & Adjustable Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Wall or Table Lamp Italy 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern table / wall lamp by Stilnovo, Itlay, 1950. With
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
H 11.42 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
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Rare Mid Century Modern Table For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic rare mid century modern table available at 1stDibs. Each rare mid century modern table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare mid century modern table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each rare mid century modern table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one rare mid century modern table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Edward Wormley, Philip and Kelvin LaVerne and Dunbar produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Rare Mid Century Modern Table?
Prices for a rare mid century modern table start at $1 and top out at $250,000 with the average selling for $4,012.
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 Rare Mid Century Modern Table
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