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Mid Century Candle and Plant Wall Decor
Located in Riverdale, NY
Mid Century Candle and Plant Wall Decor from Mid Century USA. Black enamel guitar shaped wall decor
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Metal
An Eccentric Mid-century modern design ceramic wall decor by Lars Bergsten
By Lars Bergsten
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Wall decoration in the form of plaque or art with a very special and beautiful appearance. A
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Ceramic
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H 9.05 in W 8.26 in D 0.98 in
Italian mid-century modern oval wall mirror, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern oval wall mirror, 1950s
Oval shaped wall mirror. It has a decorative
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Brass
Midcentury Brass Seagull Wall Decor Sculptures
Located in Vienna, AT
A set of three brass seagull wall mounted. Manufactured in Vienna in the late 1950s. In a good
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Leaf Bronze Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern maple leaf design wall sculpture by Curtis Jere. The brutalist style
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Black and White Wall Sculpture with Steel Lucite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embark on a journey of artistic excellence with our mid-century modern wall sculpture, a testament
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Steel
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H 38 in W 60 in D 4 in
20th Century Danish Oakwood Wall Glass Mirror - Vintage Scandinavian Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rectangular, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish wall mirror with its original mirrored glass, made
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Mirror, Oak
No Reserve
H 43 in W 27.25 in D 2.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Mirror Floor Mirror 1950s Germany
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage illuminated wall mirror or floor mirror style Gio Ponti ,1950s Germany
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Brass, Sheet Metal
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Tapestry by Eva Nemeth Wool
By Evelyn & Jerome Ackerman
Located in San Diego, CA
Transport yourself to mid-century Scandinavia with this exquisite Vintage Wall Carpet by Eva Nemeth
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20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Wool
Curtis Jere Mid Century Brass Wall Urchin
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Wall Art
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Black and Faux Crystal Accent Beveled Wall Mirror
Located in Plainview, NY
A Mid-Century Modern accent beveled wall mirror with faux yellow crystal design. The metal frame is
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oval Wall Mirror Attributed Gio Ponti, 1950s, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage wall mirror in longish oval form with fabulous brass loops as decor at
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
H 19.3 in W 32.29 in D 1.3 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rectangular Brass Wall Mirror with Loops 1950s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage wall mirror rectangular like from brass with small loops 1950s Italy.
A
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
H 15.56 in W 11.93 in D 0.79 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Oval Brass Wall Mirror Full Length Mirror 1950s Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage oval wall mirror from brass and facetted mirror glass 1950s Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
H 34.65 in W 15.56 in D 0.99 in
Italian mid-century modern brass wall mirror with bow, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern brass wall mirror with bow, 1950s
Oval wall mirror. The structure is
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1950s Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Glass Wall Mirror Attributed to Romeo Rega, Italy
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vienna, AT
A high, quality Mid-Century Modern vintage wall mirror, which was designed by Romeo Rega attributed
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Metal, Brass
H 38.98 in W 38.98 in D 0.79 in
Vintage Wall Mirror with Cut Decor and Lamps
Located in Praha, CZ
Round vintage mirror with cut detail and two lamps on the sides. Made in former Czechoslovakia.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Metal Brutalist Wall Art in the Manner of Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 14 1/2in W: 16in D: 6in
This Mid-Century Modern metal Brutalist wall art in the
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Late 20th Century North American Brutalist Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Wall Plate with Fish Decor Signed by Spanish Maker Puigdemont
By Puigdemont
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very colorful and decorative wall plate with a stylized fish.
Designed and made by Puigdemont of
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Three Wall Brass Decor Sculptures of Seagulls, Austria, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic wall sculptures.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
Silas Seandel Style Mid Century Brass Metal Birds Wall Art
By Silas Seandel
Located in Countryside, IL
we want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
Sokeva Oy, mid-century modern rattan mirror
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Sokeva Oy mid-century modern rattan mirror, a timeless and stylish addition to any
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Rattan, Mirror
Delicate And Fresh Lemons, Porcelain Wall Decor By Capodimonte L'Atelier, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
created Italian porcelain decor
Circa 1970's
Signed Capodimonte L'Atelier N
Height 1.5 inch, Width 3 inch
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Ceramic
No Reserve
H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1.5 in
1960s Arredoluce Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconces
By Arredoluce
Located in Aci Castello, IT
. Arredoluce is known for its contributions to the Mid-Century Modern design movement, and their wall sconces
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Italian Fully Blue Wall Mirror 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"A Mid Century Italian wall mirror from the 1980s, boasting a fully blue design that captures the
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Glass
Original Mid Century Cityscape Oil Painting on Board. 1950s Heller MCM Decor
By Heller
Located in Peoria, AZ
S U P E R B !
MID CENTURY MODERN
C I T Y S C A P E
P A I N T I N G
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Mid Century Modern Brass, Perspex & Walnut Sculptural Wall Light
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid Century Modern wall light , circa 1960 , features a sculptural polished brass
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
Shark Light Home Decor
Located in Brussels, BE
Shark light home décor.
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Metal
Vintage Orange Toned Stained Glass Wall Decor
Located in Seattle, WA
Square shaped stain glass Art with orange toned Accents. Beveled clear glass as the border. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 10 W ; 1/4 D ; 10 H
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Art Glass
Italian mid-century modern orange and beige rectangular wall clock, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern orange and beige rectangular wall clock, 1960s
Rectangular wall clock in
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Metal
H 11.03 in W 13.39 in D 1.97 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Solid Cherry Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
interior decors. Enjoy! :)
Designer: Willet Furniture
Manufacturer: Willet Furniture
Materials: Solid
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Cherry
Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirror.
Elevate your decor with the timeless
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1960s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Wood
Set of 3 Ceramic Wall Plates with Fish Decor Signed by Spanish Maker Puigdemont
By Puigdemont
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very colorful and decorative wall plates with stylized fishes.
Designed and made by Puigdemont of
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Ceramic
Set of 3 Ceramic Wall Plates with Fish Decor Signed by Spanish Maker Puigdemont
By Puigdemont
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very colorful and decorative wall plates with stylized fishes.
Designed and made by Puigdemont of
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Ceramic
H 1.58 in Dm 13.98 in
Mid-Century Vintage Steel Sculpture: A Timeless Decorative Wall Art Piece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a standout decor item. Perfect for those with a penchant for sophisticated design, this mid-century
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Chrome, Steel, Metal
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H 42 in W 21 in D 2 in
Mid Century Abstract 4 Panel Hanging Wall Art
Located in Countryside, IL
you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Canvas, Paint
Italian Midcentury Vintage Wall Mirror with Brass Frame and Decor, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and elegant vintage wall mirror with solid brass frame and new crystal glass.
The brass
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Brass
H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 1.11 in
Four Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Wall Plates, Multi Color Marine Motifs
Located in Barcelona, ES
gift idea!
Overall Measures of the wall decor: 83 cm H x 80 cm W ( displayed as main image)
Measures of
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Ceramic, Terracotta
H 32.68 in W 31.5 in D 2.37 in
1970s Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Italian wall Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
decorative elements to a room. Placing these Mid-Century Modern sconces on your walls can create a warm and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Wall-Mounted Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century wall-mounted lamp with black shade.
Property from esteemed interior designer Juan
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Moroccan 8-Pointed Star Wall Art. Wood Starburst Sunburst Rare.
Located in Peoria, AZ
Wow!
Incredibly Rare
Mid Century Modern
8 pointed Star Wall Sculpture
Moroccan Art
Large
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Wood, Paint
Lee Reynolds Large Mid-Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting Canvas Vanguard
By Lee Reynolds
Located in Dayton, OH
Large scale mid-20th century abstract oil painting on canvas signed Lee Reynolds, crafted in shades
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Canvas, Paint
H 49.25 in W 61 in D 2 in
A Pair of 1970s Mid-Century Modern Hexagonal Italian Huge Wall Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
aesthetic of Mid-Century Modern design and gives them a visually striking appearance when mounted on a wall
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Metal
H 6.7 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
Dantoft Black Metal Art Glass Wall Decor Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage art glass and metal wall decoration from Dantoft.
Additional information:
Country of
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Metal
Newly Refinished - Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
interior decors. Enjoy! :)
Dimensions: 36”H x 31”W x 1.50”D
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Walnut
Mid-Century Carved Sunflower-Shaped Brown and Golden Wall Mirror, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century Carved Sunflower-Shaped Brown and Golden Wall Mirror, 1950s
This beautiful and unusual
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Mirror, Wood, Paint
H 25.2 in W 21.26 in D 3.15 in
1980s Two Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Rostrato Murano Glass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
pieces of functional art.
This type of mid-century modern Murano glass wall sconce is highly coveted by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Brass
H 6.3 in W 7.88 in D 9.85 in
Mid Century wall mounted Telephone Privacy Booth
Located in Bern, CH
Mid Century Telephone wall mounted Privacy Booth. Made of fibreglass. Internally bolstered for
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Fiberglass
Italian Mid-Century Wall-Mirror with Abstract Silver Leaf Decoration 1970s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Italian Mid-Century Wall-Mirror with Abstract Silver Leaf Decoration 1970s
Refined Italian mid
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Mirror
H 24.02 in W 0.99 in D 24.02 in
Mid Century Fiberglass Art Wall Light
Located in Countryside, IL
want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Fiberglass
Ceiling / Wall Scone in Linen, Silk & Lace, Swedish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
lightning beautifully captures the essence of Swedish Mid Century Modern style, blending clean lines
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Linen
Mid-Century Modern Mirror Rattan Handcrafted French Riviera, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
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Elevate your interior decor with this Mid-Century Modern rattan handcrafted mirror, a true statement piece
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Rattan
No Reserve
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 8.27 in
Two 1980s Mid-Century Modern Barovier Style Rostrato Murano Glass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern rostrato transparent murano glass wall sconces hand-crafted in Italy
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Brass
H 13 in W 11.03 in D 7.49 in
Mid-Century Modern Flame Motif Ceramic Cross320
Located in Chicago, IL
religious art and mid-century modern decor.
Our European cross collection (Tradition & Modernism) is
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Ceramic
Large Sculptural Danish Ceramic Wall Sconce, Danish Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Knabstrup, Axella Stentøj, Ege Dagnaes
Located in Odense, DK
styles. A modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art Deco home decor.
Other honorable mentions from this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of Three Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Five Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors.
Immerse yourself in the
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1960s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Wood
H 7.88 in W 9.45 in D 0.4 in
Set of Two Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Two Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors.
Transport your decor to
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1960s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Wood
H 5.91 in W 4.73 in D 0.4 in
Set of Five Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Five Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors.
Immerse yourself in the
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1960s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
Materials
Wood
H 7.88 in W 6.7 in D 0.4 in
Set of Eight Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Five Vintage Peruvian Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wooden Wall Mirrors.
Immerse yourself in the
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1960s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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Wood
H 11.03 in W 7.29 in D 0.4 in
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Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of vintage mid century modern wall decor on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every piece of vintage mid century modern wall decor was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of vintage mid century modern wall decor, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made choice in our collection of vintage mid century modern wall decor over the years, but those crafted by J.T. Kalmar, Curtis Jeré and Ewald Kröner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor?
The average selling price for a piece of vintage mid century modern wall decor at 1stDibs is $1,783, while they’re typically $61 on the low end and $58,000 for the highest priced.
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 Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Decor
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