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Paul McCobb Style Lane Tuxedo Dresser Cabinet Credenza Walnut & Rosewood MCM Era
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modern walnut & rosewood dresser manufactured in 1963, by American manufacturer Lane. This versatile
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
H 30.25 in W 80.25 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb Style Lane Tuxedo Tall Dresser or Chest Walnut & Rosewood MCM Era
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
walnut & rosewood dresser of chest manufactured in 1963, by American manufacturer Lane. This handsome
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 47.75 in W 38 in D 18 in
Brutalist mcm rosewood and oak nightstands
By Paul Evans
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Brutalist style rosewood and oak nightstands.
Gorgeous set that was made in Canada circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Brutalist Night Stands
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
Danish MCM rosewood queen size platform bed with floating nightstands
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Queen Size Platform Bed with floating nightstands.
Stunning set
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage MCM Rosewood Lingerie Chest by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage mid-century modern lingerie chest by Glenn of California. Comprised of rosewood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Large Vintage Danish Scandinavian Rosewood Dresser & Teak Mirror Restored MCM
By Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wow, 12 gorgeous drawers & sleek cabinet in top grain and super expressive rosewood! And mounted
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
H 27.5 in W 64 in D 18 in
1970s MCM Mastercraft Bleached Rosewood & Brass Six Drawer Dresser, Refinished
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
bleached Rosewood. Drawers are dovetailed, drawer fronts veneer has a chevron pattern with custom brass
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 31.38 in W 80 in D 19 in
Rosewood Dyrlund Danish Sliding Sideboard Credenza Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
By Dyrlund
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Rosewood Dyrlund Danish Sliding Sideboard Credenza Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
This
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
H 24.41 in W 66.93 in D 17.33 in
'2' MCM Danish Modern Rosewood Tile Side End Coffee Tables
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rosewood Mottled Fire Orange Tile Top Side End Coffee Tables From Denmark
Approximate Measurements in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Rosewood
1970s MCM Mastercraft Bleached Rosewood & Brass Nightstands or End Tables
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rosewood with brass handles and trim. The exterior of the cabinets have been refinished, the insides are
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
1960s Danish MCM Rosewood & Smoked Glass Lighted Cocktail Coffee Table
By Mobelintarsia
Located in Madison, WI
Absolutely stunning, one-of-a-kind, RARE, high-end designer Rosewood and smoked glass original Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
H 15.5 in W 39.25 in D 39.25 in
Svend Aage Larsen Faarup Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Svend Aage Larsen
Located in Countryside, IL
Svend Aage Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Tambour Door Credenza
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
H 31.25 in W 79.75 in D 19 in
Vintage MCM Rosewood Nightstand End Table by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
rosewood, aluminum strip, and black painted sides. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Danish MCM Long Rosewood Teak Headboard with Attached Storage Nightstands, 70s
Located in Madison, WI
Very sought after Original Vintage Danish Modern Solid Teak Rosewood King Bed + Attachable
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
H 36 in W 18 in D 126 in
Jean Gillon Jangada MCM Brazilian Rosewood Leather Lounge Chairs Ottomans - Pair
By Jean Gillon
Located in Countryside, IL
Jean Gillon Jangada Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Lounge Chairs with Ottomans - Pair
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 36.5 in W 40 in D 41 in
Svante Skogh for Seffle MCM Ebonized and Rosewood Expanding Dining Table
By Svante Skogh, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Svante Skogh for Seffle of Sweden Mid Century Ebonized and Rosewood Expanding Dining Table with 3
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
1971 MCM Lane Dresser Credenza Buffet Tower Suite Collection Walnut & Rosewood
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Suite Collection comprised of walnut, rosewood and chrome details, hardware, & door fronts, 9 drawers
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
H 29.25 in W 79 in D 19 in
Danish MCM Rosewood Dining Table by Henry Rosengren Hansen, circa 1960s
By Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Danish Rosewood dining table by Henry Rosengren Hansen, circa 1960s
Midcentury Danish round dining
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Jacob Hermann Randers Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Rosewood Wall Mirror with Vase
By Randers Møbelfabrik, Jacob Herman
Located in Countryside, IL
Jacob Hermann for Randers Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Rosewood Wall Mirror with Green Glass Vase
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Rosewood
H 25.75 in W 7.75 in D 3.25 in
John Sylvester & Jørgen Matz for Bramin Mobler Mcm Rosewood Arm Chairs, Pair
By Bramin Mobler, John Sylvester & Jørgen Matz
Located in Countryside, IL
John Sylvester & Jørgen Matz for Bramin Mobler Mid Century Rosewood Arm Chairs - Pair
Each chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
H 28 in W 24.5 in D 21 in
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 MCM Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Model EP 401 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Executive Desk
This desk
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
H 28.5 in W 61 in D 29.5 in
Bodil Kjaer for E Pedersen & Son MCM Brazilian Rosewood and Chrome Desk
By E. Pedersen & Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in Countryside, IL
Bodil Kjaer for E. Pedersen & Son Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Chrome Desk
This desk
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
H 28.75 in W 72.75 in D 38 in
1971 MCM Lane Headboard Tower Suite Collection Full/Queen Bed Rosewood & Walnut
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
walnut and rosewood. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
H 40.25 in W 61 in D 2.5 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Rosewood and Ebonized Oak Expanding Dining Table
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood and Ebonized Oak Expanding Dining Table with 2
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
H 29.5 in W 114 in D 44.25 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Model 452 Rosewood Tambour Door Executive Desk
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century Model 452 Rosewood Tambour door executive desk
This desk
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
H 35 in W 74.5 in D 28 in
MCM Silverplate & Rosewood Formica Serving Tray by Sheffield Silver Co
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM silver plate and rosewood formica 14" serving tray with silver plate edge by Sheffield Silver
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
MCM Founders Furniture Side Table Chrome Ebony Rosewood CDP#47133 David Parmelee
By Founders Furniture Company, David Parmelee
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Founders Furniture MCM (Mid-Century Modern) lamp, corner, or side table CDP
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 21 in W 26 in D 26 in
Vintage MCM to Modern Rosewood Buffet Credenza Lucite Legs Attr Bernhardt Flair
By Flair, Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Mid-Century Modern to modern Rosewood buffet or credenza with Lucite legs & chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 32.25 in W 66 in D 16 in
Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture MCM Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By PJ Furniture, Ole Wanscher
Located in Countryside, IL
Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Upholstery
H 30.5 in W 20.75 in D 20 in
Percival Lafer MCM Brazilian Rosewood and Smoked Glass Side End Table - Pair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Countryside, IL
Percival Lafer Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Smoked Glass Side End Table - Pair
Each table
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
H 12.5 in W 21.5 in D 23.5 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 MCM Rosewood and Walnut Horseshoe Chairs - 4
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 935 Mid Century Rosewood and Walnut Horseshoe Chairs - Set of 4
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood, Walnut
H 30.75 in W 24.75 in D 22 in
MCM Rosewood & Chrome Coffee or Side Table in the Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Beautiful square rosewood coffee table from the 1950s-1960s. Square tube chrome legs.
Provenance
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 15.75 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Danish Modern Oak Rosewood & Inlaid Tile Mosaic Coffee Table! MCM Wegner 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
OAK ROSEWOOD & TILE MOSAIC!
DANISH MODERN COFFEE TABLE!
CIRCA 1955.
DIMENSIONS: 48
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
H 16 in W 48 in D 13 in
MCM Stylized Zebra Wood Elephant Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous MCM stylized zebra wood (possibly rosewood; not sure) elephant sculpture, circa 1970s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Zebra Wood
Modernist Rosewood Owl Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool modernist rosewood owl sculpture, on base, circa 1950s. The piece is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Rosewood Credenza Danish
By Dyrlund
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Rosewood vintage mcm credenza
Gorgeous waterfall round edges , this piece is in excellent
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Danish MCM Teak High Boy Dresser - 042403
Located in Jersey City, NJ
designs and craftsmanship.
We personally refurbish all the teak and rosewood pieces in our workshop in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish MCM Teak High Boy Dresser - 042402
Located in Jersey City, NJ
designs and craftsmanship.
We personally refurbish all the teak and rosewood pieces in our workshop in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
California Design MCM Hand-Carved Inlaid Mixed Wood Vase by Heinz Norhausen
Located in San Diego, CA
A absolutely gorgeous California design MCM hand-carved inlaid mixed wood vase by Heinz Norhausen
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Burl, Maple, Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Bar with Stools
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish bar with leather stools, circa 1960's. Thoughtfully designed and exceptional
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers with Hairpin Legs
Located in San Diego, CA
good vintage condition and has wonderful graining in the rosewood. It has four drawers with double
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Music Cabinet by Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
rosewood music cabinet is truly incredible! This piece is absolutely stunning! If you look at the photos
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brouer Rosewood Chest of Drawers - a Pair
By Brouer Mobel
Located in west palm beach, FL
Incredible pair of vintage Rosewood chests of drawers. Made by the MCM iconic Brouer group
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
MCM Adjustable Swivel Barstools Black Vinyl & Laminate by Daystrom a Pair
By Daystrom Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
vinyl or faux leather, molded, curved faux rosewood laminate backs, chrome shaft, and cast aluminum four
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Danish Rosewood Dining Table Seats 8-10 Farstrup Mobler 1965
By Farstrup
Located in Portland, OR
A very good Mid Century Modern Danish rosewood extending dining table with two leaves, by Farstrup
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 29 in W 41 in D 39 in
Mid-Century Danish Tile and Rosewood Coffee Table by Findahls Møbelfabrik
By Findahls Møbelfabrik 1
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool Mid-Century Modern Danish ceramic tile and rosewood coffee table by Findahls
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 16 in W 53.25 in D 29.25 in
Vintage Midcentury Rosewood "Langthorne" Cart and Nesting Tables by McIntosh
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a rare and special British MCM triform "Langthorne" cart and nesting tables-stools in
Category
Vintage 1970s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Rosewood
H 24 in W 29.25 in D 16 in
Low Profile Bench / Coffee Table in Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in San Diego, CA
A absolutley gorgeous low profile bench / coffee table in rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 13.25 in W 59.5 in D 14.5 in
1970s Modern Accordion Ten Bottle Wine Rack in Rosewood and Abalone Shell
By Torsten Johansson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s MCM Foldable ten bottle wine rack bottle holder in rosewood and abalone shell
Measures
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Abalone, Rosewood
H 22.5 in W 18.5 in D 6.5 in
MCM to Modern Founders Furniture Octagon Commode End Table Cabinet Patterns 21
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Founders Furniture octagon commode table or end
Category
20th Century American Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
H 22.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Danish Modern Ten Shelf Rosewood Bookcase in the Style of Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant Danish modern ten shelf rosewood bookcase in the style of Poul Hundevad
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Lane Mid-Century Pair Tuxedo Nightstands Endtables Walnut Rosewood Aluminum
Located in Philadelphia, PA
super practical and ultra stylish 1950s Lane nightstands or end-tables, will compliment any MCM home. In
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Modern Sled Base Rosewood Credenza Attributed to Arne Vodder, c. 1960's
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
epitome of 'functional art'. Constructed of a mix of solid and veneered Brazilian rosewood with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood
H 32.75 in W 87 in D 18.5 in
MCM Dunbar Coffee or End Table Square Parsons Style by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Topeka, KS
will have signs of use and wear. It has been completely refinished in a lovely rosewood color and the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Modernist Hand Carved Rosewood Polar Bear Sculpture in the Style of Tjomsland
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool modernist hand carved rosewood polar bear sculpture in the style of Arne Tjomsland
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Rosewood
H 5 in W 6.75 in D 1.5 in
Magnificent Modeline Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Table Lamp 1958 Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
HAND CARVED
DANISH MODERN
ROSEWOOD & BRASS
MODELINE OF CALIFORNIA TABLE LAMP!
The
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 36 in W 18 in D 18 in
Set of Two '2' of Model 500 Rosewood Lounge Chairs by Hans Olsen for CS Møbler
By Hans Olsen
Located in Deland, FL
Perfectly worn in black leather and rosewood model #500 his and hers lounge chairs by Hans Olsen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 38 in W 29.75 in D 34 in
Bentwood 'Koivutaru' Chair & Ottoman Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland, c. 1970's
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Deland, FL
can blend seamlessly against a multitude of design backdrops from MCM to Contemporary to Minimalism to
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 37 in W 26.75 in D 39 in
Danish Secretary by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde Mobelfabrik. 1960's Denmark.
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
A stunning mcm rosewood Danish Secretary designed by Arne Wahl Iversen, Model 37 for Vinde
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood
H 43.31 in W 33.27 in D 17.33 in
Midcentury Tri-Wood Expandable Dining Table by Milo Baughman with '2' Leaves
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
table made in USA. Amazing teak, rosewood and walnut table. Made circa 1960 all black lacquered solid
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Teak, Walnut
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Rosewood Mcm For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rosewood mcm you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A rosewood mcm — often made from wood, rosewood and metal — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a rosewood mcm — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A rosewood mcm made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one rosewood mcm that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Calvin and Directional produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Rosewood Mcm?
A rosewood mcm can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,995, while the lowest priced sells for $695 and the highest can go for as much as $6,000.
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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