Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Photorealism Acrylic on Canvas Titled “Chris” After Chuck Close
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Large acrylic on canvas portrait of a young man with a facial piercing, featuring mosaic like cells that were popularized by the world renowned artist Chuck Close. The reverse bears ...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic
Reclaimed Mid Century Modern Abstract Wall Art
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed mid century modern abstract wall art. This abstract modernist artwork piece creates an impact with its intricate, handcrafted design and unusual geometric shapes worked i...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage Signed Print from the American Revolution Bicentennial
Located in London, GB
A fantastic vintage signed print from the American revolution bicentennial, dating from 1976.
This is beautifully designed, clearly celebrating the USA’s achievements in space explo...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Oil Painting on Canvass by Josep Moncada Titled : Where Are You Taking Me?
Located in London, GB
A fantastic contemporary oil painting on canvass by Josep Moncada titled: Where are you taking me?
Josep Moncada (b. 1967) is a gifted and renowned Spanish painter, mostly known for...
Category
Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Framed Painting by Rune Hagberg, Sweden, 1960s, Ink on Paper, Abstract
Located in Stockholm, SE
Painting by Rune Hagberg,
Sweden, 1960s.
Ink on paper, framed.
Signed.
Artwork dimensions:
H: 45 cm
W: 58 cm
Frame dimensions:
H: 63 cm
W: 72.5 cm
D: 6 cm
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Paper
Double Ceiling Element (MODEL 'METROPOLE') by Jean Prouvé for the Metrople House
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Long Island City, NY
Double ceiling element (Model 'Metropole') by Jean Prouve for The Metropole House. Jean Prouve built two of these houses, one in Vantoux in Moselle and the other in Bouqueval, near P...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Salvador Dali "Lady Godiva" French Gallery Poster (1977)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
When it comes to true artistic genius, few names are mentioned more than that of Salvador Dali. An undeniable master of 20th century surrealism, Dali's work can be found in nearly every important art museum worldwide. This authentic vintage poster was printed in 1977 by Imprimerie Jules Ferry of Cannes, France to promote Dali's exhibition at the renown Galerie De La Colombe. Prominently featuring a print of his famous painting "Lady Godiva on a Horse". Bold vintage typography...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Paper
Three Mounted Scrolls by Rune Hagberg, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three mounted scrolls by Rune Hagberg,
Sweden, 1970s.
Paper scrolls mounted on a board in a plexiglass box.
Unique.
Signed.
H: 76 cm
W: 81 cm
D: 12 cm
Rune Fredrik Hagberg was a renowned Swedish artist that took much of his inspiration from Zen Buddhism spirituality and Eastern Calligraphy. He is represented at, among many others, the Modern Museum and the Norrko¨ping Art Museum. Hagberg’s meditative informalism is placed between the concretism and expressionism of the 1950s, his art becoming simpler until he reduced it so far that only tightly closed picture reels...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Plexiglass, Paper
Woman in the Summer Portrait on Canvas
Located in Long Island City, NY
Woman in the Summer Portrait on Canvas
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Midcentury Oil Painting
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury abstract oil painting frame in simple wood frame.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Canvas, Wood
Georges Vaxelaire, Oil On Canvas "Composition géométrique", 1975, Belgium
Located in Brussels, BE
Georges Vaxelaire, oil on canvas "Composition géométrique", 1975.
Signed and dated.
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Superb oil Painting "Vietnamese Women under Flamboyant Trees" by André Maire
By André Maire
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning oil on cardboard painting by André maire (1898-1984) representing two Vietnamese ladies under Flamboyant trees. Oil paintings by André Maire are a lot more scarce than his g...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Impressive Brutalist Style Wall Lights / Sconce Metal Sculpted design gold light
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
From our own new modern design collection: This gorgeous pair of metal sculpted Brutalist styled wall lights / wall sculpture.
Inspired b...
Category
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal
Carl Auböck #4995 Patinated Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck #4995 patinated brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished and patinated brass by We...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck #4330/1 Polished Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck #4330/1 polished brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria.
Produc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
10 Hooks by Hertha Baller, circa 1950s
By Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
10 hooks by Hertha Baller, circa 1950s
Original condition
Price and sell per piece.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #4056 Nickel-Plated Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck brass #4056 brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and minimalist Viennese candleholder is executed in nickel-plated brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Wicker and Iron Coat Hook by Orange
By Orange
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iron and wicker coat hook by Orange Furniture. Made-to-order.
Beautiful midcentury style!
Four in stock.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wicker
Ten Asymmetric Modernist Brass Hooks by Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s
By Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
Ten asymmetric modernist brass hooks by Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s.
priced and sold per piece.
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Macchina Inutile 2 Lithograph by Renato Volpini, 1970s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Machine useless2" one of a series of useless machines by Renato Volpini (Naples, December 10, 1934 - Milan, February 3, 2017) material screen printing w...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Andrea Razzaauti Painting of Irish Poppy Field
Located in Buchanan, MI
Andrea Razzaauti (Italian, B. 1954) Irish poppy field.
Oil on canvas, signed lower right; signed and titled en verso
Dimensions: 12" x 16" Frame: 16.25" x 20.5".
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Brussels Street Scene Painting on Canvas, Victor Petré, Belgium, circa 1960
Located in Brussels, BE
Brussels street scene painting on canvas, Victor Petré, Belgium, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Oil Painting by John Mackay of Brenda Cochrane
Located in London, GB
This is an original vintage oil painting on canvass, by the well known British artist John Mackay. It depicts the Scottish singer Brenda Cochrane, and date...
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Line Drawing America by Alberto Longoni, Italy, 1965
By Alberto Longoni
Located in Stockholm, SE
Line drawing America by Alberto Longoni,
Italy, 1965.
Ink on paper.
Measures: H 97 cm/ 38 1/4''
W 65 cm/ 25 1/2''.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Vintage Mid-Century Large Snow Leopard Painting in Original Frame
Located in Wichita, KS
Large format Vintage Mid-Century Modern painting of a Snow Leopard. The painting maintains its original frame and is signed by the artist. The theme of this painting was very popul...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Selection of Modernist Art
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of modernist art, circa 1950s. From left to right, they are:
1) SOLD Modernist nudes painting by Lillian Lent, American, circa 1950s. It is executed on board in it's original frame. It measures 14.5" H x 16.5" W. Lillian Lent lived and worked in the Woodstock Artist colony in New York. She attended the Tyler School of Fine Art in Philadelphia. In 1959, she was awarded first prize for one of her paintings from the Albany Museum. Among some of the galleries to exhibit her work were the Albright Gallery, the Norlyst Gallery, and The Creative Gallery.
2) Amedeo Modigliani lithograph...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure: Nature's Elegance in Classic Frame (1942)
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Presenting a captivating Karl Blossfeldt Photogravure from the 1942 edition of the book 'Wunder in der Natur.'
In its original condition, this piece boasts minor wear that beautifu...
Category
1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Monkey Hook Wardrobe Hooks by Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass hook "monkey" by Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller, Vienna from the 1950s.
Used but in very good vintage condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Framed Verner Panton Orange Kurve Mira X Danish Textile Panel
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for the framed textile alone. The matching pillows, chair, end table and accessories are sold separately.
Framed Mid-Century Modern Verner Panton Orange “Kurve” text...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal
“Nr 6” Oil Painting by Harry Booström, 1955
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
“Nr 6” Oil Painting by Harry Booström, 1955
Additional Information:
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Dimensions (W x H): 60.5 x 60 cm
Condition: Good v...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Marcel Duchamp Blue Escargot Rotorelief by Konig Series 133, 1987
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Marcel Duchamp Framed Rotorelief.
Blue and White Rotorelief Model Escargot.
Edited by Walther König Series 133, Germany in 1987.
Framed Artwork in Wood.
Henri-Robert-Marcel Ducha...
Category
1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Set of Six Framed Marcel Duchamp Rotoreliefs by Konig Series 133, 1987
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of six Marcel Duchamp framed rotoreliefs, 1987 by Konig Series 133.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful.
Henri-Robert-Marcel...
Category
1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Marcel Duchamp Lanterne Chinoise Rotorelief by Konig Series 133, 1987
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Marcel Duchamp Framed Rotorelief
Edited by Walther König Series 133, Germany in 1987.
Framed Artwork in Wood.
Henri-Robert-Marcel Duchamp (French 28 July 1887–2 October 1968) was...
Category
1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Diaz Costa Ceramic Hand Painted Flowers Artwork, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic hand painted artwork of flowers, designed by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960.
Framed. Signed.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Surrealist Four Fold Screen in the Taste of Picard- le -Doux, France 1950.
Located in Brussels, BE
Hand paint surrealist screen in the taste of Picart-Ledoux showing a romantic scene.
Signed M. Gayraud and G. Bonmatti
France 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Abstract Modern Painting by F. Brown
Located in Ross, CA
Mid century abstract oil painting signed by F. Brown. Simple but beautiful in shades of gray, cream, purple and browns.
Unframed panting measures 8 x 10
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Derek Carruthers fiberglass wall panel United Kingdom 1975
By Derek Carruthers
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare artwork by UK artist Derek Carruthers, made in his own atelier in United Kingdom in 1975. A sculpture made of off white painted fiberglass with a cool tone, shaped over a mould....
Category
1970s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Fiberglass
1970’s Large Scale Sculptural Wood Wall Assemblage
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Large scale wood assemblage wall sculpture with hundreds of small pieces of white painted applied wood. Attributed to Robert Salleroli. This piece is wood backed and extremely hea...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Brassai Rare Black And White Framed Photography, circa 1930
By Brassaï
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a journey through the nocturnal streets of "Paris de Nuit" with this exclusive rare heliogravure test print by Brassai. Prior to the publication of his iconic book, this pr...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Michelin Set of Original Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Michelin Man Set of sixteen tiles.
By unknwon manufacturer from Spain, circa 1960.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Paris Nocturne: Brassai's Urban Portrait Framed Heliogravure, circa 1930
By Brassaï
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a journey through the nocturnal streets of "Paris de Nuit" with this exclusive rare heliogravure test print by Brassai. Prior to the publication of his iconic book, this pr...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Paris Nocturne: Brassai's Urban Portrait Framed Heliogravure, circa 1930
By Brassaï
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a journey through the nocturnal streets of "Paris de Nuit" with this exclusive rare heliogravure test print by Brassai. Prior to the publication of his iconic book, this pr...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930
Manufactured in France.
Materials:
Wood, glass
Dimensions:
D 1,5 cm x W 42,2 cm x H 42,3 cm
The artwork is in its origin...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Wood
Small Abstract Painting on Ceramic Tile Don Totten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1903 - 1967
Totten was known for abstract art.
He received many commissions from the Federal Arts Projects.
He painted murals in buildings throughout California's institutions: banks...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Diaz Costa Ceramic Hand Painted Artwork, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic hand painted artwork of a fish design by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960.
Framed. Signed.
Important information regarding color(s) of products:
Actual colors may vary....
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Vastian Contemporary Abstract Painting Fabric and Wood, 2010
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vastian contemporary abstract painting fabric and wood, 2010.
Materials:
Fabric
Wood.
Important information regarding color(s) of products:
Actual colors may vary. This is due to t...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Nude Pan with Pipes", Large, Vivid Painting w/ Male Nude by Broadway Designer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Like his contemporary, Raoul Pene du Bois, Waldo Angelo served as an important designer for Broadway productions over decades, but in his private time, he produced a number of beauti...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Framed Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Composition, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Framed Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Composition, circa 1950
Manufactured Spain, circa 1950.
Materials:
Wood, ceramic.
Dimensions:
D 3 x W 29,5 cm x H 29,5 cm
The artwork is in its o...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Paris de Nuit: Rare Framed Heliogravure by Brassai, 1933
By Brassaï
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Capture the essence of 1930s Paris with this rare framed heliogravure photography by Brassai, showcasing mesmerizing scenes from his iconic book "Paris de Nuit." Originally published...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Framed Catholic Print, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Manufactured France, circa 1950.
Materials:
Wood, paper.
Dimensions:
D 2,5 x W 37,5 cm x H 37,5 cm
The artwork is in its original condition, showing minor signs of wear consisten...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Elegant Nostalgia: Vintage 20th Century Cross-Stitch Sampler - Red on White
Located in Barcelona, ES
Transport yourself to a bygone era with our vintage cross-stitch sampler from the early 20th century. This timeless piece features a classic red-on-white design adorned with meticulo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Fabric
Vintage 20th Century Soldier Pair of Engravings: Delicate Colors and Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Explore military history through our enchanting pair of vintage 20th-century soldier engravings. Adorned with delicate colors, a beautiful patina, and framed in light yellow paper wi...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Triptych of Original 1930s Prisoner Photos Framed with Modern Elegance
Located in Barcelona, ES
Immerse yourself in a glimpse of history with our unique composition – a trio of original 1930s prisoner photos elegantly framed together in a modern wooden frame. Each photograph te...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Paris de Nuit: Rare Framed Heliogravure by Brassai, 1933
By Brassaï
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Capture the essence of 1930s Paris with this rare framed heliogravure photography by Brassai, showcasing mesmerizing scenes from his iconic book "Paris de Nuit." Originally published...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Pair of Monumental National Air Map Company Manhattan Aerial Photo Maps, 1955
Located in San Francisco, CA
A monumental and rare circa 1955 framed two-piece aerial photographic map of the borough of Manhattan in New York City by the National Air Map Company, including its original cover sheet.
Titled “Postal Zone Guide of New York – Borough of Manhattan”, these highly detailed aerial photo maps allow one to clearly discern a myriad of New York City landmarks. A small sampling of those labeled include Central Park, Grand Central Station, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, UN Plaza, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History, and the Hayden Planetarium.
Neighborhoods, streets, bridges, subway lines, rivers, docks, and other notable locations are labeled, with unlabeled yet iconic spots such as the Guggenheim Museum and the Empire State Building providing a great opportunity for a borough-wide cartographic Easter egg hunt. A quadrant-based index on the left side of each map lists streets, museums, and sport centers such as Yankee Stadium, Ebbets Field, and Madison Square Garden.
Includes its original cover sheet titled “Aerial Photo Map of New York City” with photo, size, and price details on the front, and a business directory and advertisement for the National Air Map Company’s services on the back.
According to a sold listing...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic, Wood, Paper
Italian Radiator Cover Midcentury in Perforated Iron Parts in Pure Gold, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian radiator cover midcentury in perforated iron parts in pure gold 1950s.
Upper surface in mirror, truly original pieces of great elegance.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate
French Riviera Two-Tier Wall Shelf in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely Mid-Century two tier wall shelf in bamboo and rattan. Vivai del Sud likely designed this beautiful piece in Italy in the 1970s.
This structure is made in bamboo canes with the rectangular shelves made in wood and finished with woven wicker. The corners of the shelf are enriched by stunning hand-woven rattan wicker. The combination of the materials make this organic wall shelf...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
Large Mid-Century Gold Leaf Painting with Gold Leaf Custom Frame
Located in Miami, FL
Large and remarkable painting with watercolor, charcoal, pastel crayon and gold leaf techniques. The custom hand made frame is gilt wood with lacquer. The piece is in very good condi...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Giltwood
Mid-century Modern wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall decorations made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include Curtis Jeré, Karl Blossfeldt, Herta Baller, and Josef Albers. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wall decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $16 and tops out at $406,322 while the average work can sell for $1,500.
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