Mid Century Plates
330
39,729
1,518
403
to
3,705
20,282
20,095
41,289
40,059
40,316
28,708
1,159
758
555
482
432
331
317
235
224
220
197
189
138
99
86
61
24
1,321
3,211
35,182
1,924
624
24,341
8,150
115
45
83
273
694
5,111
7,587
5,932
985
235
27,886
10,947
9,376
7,270
4,925
29,810
10,737
7,302
6,711
5,668
552
452
440
426
354
Sort By
Mid Century Plate L Shaped Fruitwear Bowl Germany, circa 1960
Located in Mimizan, FR
Midcentury plate fruitwear L shaped bowl from Germany, circa 1960-1970.
Good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Midcentury Plate from Centerpiece in Very Thick and Worked Glass
Located in bari, IT
Italian midcentury plate from centerpiece in very thick and worked glass from the 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass
"Fishermen, " Rare Midcentury Plate with Fishermen by Società Anonima Marina
By Società Anonima Marina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
a range of Mid-Century wares, but this theme is highly unusual. The vivid glazes are characteristic
Category
Vintage 1950s Sammarinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
1950s Erwin Burger Abstract Paint Curved Crystal Glass Italian Midcentury Plate
By Erwin Walter Burger
Located in Brescia, IT
Erwin Walter Burger
Italy 1950s
Ciotola in vetro curvato
Dipinto astratto sul retro
Excellent condiction
Paper Label "Erwin Burger"
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass
H 1.58 in W 11.42 in D 9.06 in
Sterling Tiffany Plate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A midcentury plate with ribbing around the rim. It’s just a simple design that compliments the edge
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish Mid-Century Baca Faience Plate by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen
By Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Berlin, DE
Danish mid-century Baca Faience plate by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen
Small mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 1.38 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Mid-Century Majolica Oyster Plate Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Ceramic Oyster Plate Vallauris circa 1950.
All differents colors , plates are sold
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Fornasetti, "Cammei" porcelain plate, mid 20th century
By Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti
Located in Uppsala, SE
Plate from the "Cammei" series by Pierro Fornasetti for his own company Fornasetti. Made in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Plate from Meissen
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Plate from Meissen
Category
20th Century Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Ecru Majolica Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Ecru Majolica Oyster Plate .
Lemon on the center.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Majolica Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Ceramic Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
By Fornasetti
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
By Fornasetti
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
By Fornasetti
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Fornasetti Plate, Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Assembled Pair of Large Yellow Ground Quimper Plates, Mid-20th Century
By Grande Maison HB Quimper
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An assembled pair of large yellow ground Quimper plates, mid-20th century. Henriot Quimper, with
Category
Mid-20th Century French Country Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Faience Oyster Plate Quimper
By Grande Maison HB Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-century French Faience oyster plate signed Quimper.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dinner Plates
Materials
Faience, Ceramic
Mid-Century French Faience Oyster Plate Quimper
By Grande Maison HB Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-century French Faience oyster plate signed Quimper.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Saarinen Turned Wood Plates and Charger
By Eero Saarinen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Nice grouping of five Saarinen plates. Turned birch plywood.
Made in Finland by Keuruu
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Five Lobster Plates in Clear Glass, Josef Frank, Sweden, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
/ Gullaskruf,
Sweden, mid-20th century.
In good condition.
Measures: 30 cm. long.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dinner Plates
Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate La Roue Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate signed La Roue Vallauris.
7.8 inches diameter.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid Century Erphila Edinburgh Blue Plaid Pottery Dinner Plates Made in Italy Set
Located in Topeka, KS
condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
Portare La Pasta
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Pottery, Porcelain
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Modern French MBFA Pornic Pottery Belon Oyster Plate
By M. F. B. A. Pornic
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century French hand-painted oyster or seafood plate, made by the MBFA Pornic Pottery Studio
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare oyster plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Faience, Ceramic
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Faience, Ceramic
Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Oyster Plate signed Robert Picault.
Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Large Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate La Roue Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Large Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate signed La Roue Vallauris.
9.8 inches diameter.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century French Faience Quimper Yellow Oyster Plate
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
French faience black and yellow oyster plate signed Quimper, circa 1940.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 6 Mid-Century Flowers Plates Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Set of 6 flowers dessert plates by Robert Picault Vallauris.
Robert Picault (1919
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-Century Yellow Enameled Steel Steak Plates, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of four enamel on steel individual steak platters, Austria, circa late 1960s.
The best sunny yellow!
Perfect for outdoor grilling and dining.
Each oval server is molded with...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Orfinox French Faience Mustard Yellow Seaweed Oyster Plate, 1960s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century oyster or seafood plate, made by Orfinox, circa 1960s.
A mustard yellow ground
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Faience
Early-mid 19th Century Pair of Qing Dynasty Fitzhugh Dinner Plates
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early-mid 19th century pair of Qing Dynasty Fitzhugh dinner plates. Chinese export for the Western
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern French MBFA Pornic Pottery Red & Black Graphic Oyster Plate
By M. F. B. A. Pornic
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century French hand-painted oyster or seafood plate, made by the MBFA Pornic Pottery Studio
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Henriot Quimper Mid-Century French Faïence Sunny Yellow Floral Oyster Plate
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Always charming, French Quimper Faïence oyster plates, circa 1950–1960.
Glazed with a bright sun
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates
Materials
Earthenware
French Ceramist, Eight Dinner Plates in Glazed Stoneware, Mid-20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
.
Unique, high-quality ceramics.
Mid-20th century.
Measures: 26 x 23 cm.
In excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Hand Enameled Service Plates, England, Mid-19th Century
By Minton
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Wonderful mid-19th century English Dinner Plates with polychrome chinoiserie Design. The layered
Category
Antique 1860s English Chinoiserie Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern French Ceramic Plate by Jean Lurçat Blue Red Green Yellow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Mid-Century Modern ceramic plate by designer Jean Lurçat featuring a multicolour transfer print of
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Free Shipping
H 0.79 in Dm 9.45 in
French Ceramist, 24 Dinner Plates in Glazed Stoneware, Mid-20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
, high-quality ceramics. Mid-20th century.
Measures: 25.5 x 22.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Stoneware
Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Faience Floral Plate
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique 18th-century Dutch Delft faience floral plate. This lovely plate has hand painted
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Dinner Plates
Materials
Delft, Faience
Mid-Century French St. Jean de Bretagne Orange Scallop Shell Oyster Plate
By Quimper Faience Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand painted faience oyster plate made by Saint- Jean de Bretagne, near Quimper, France – circa
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Early XXth Century Century Spanish Traditional Metal Plate
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Metal plate from Spain by unknown manufacturer, early 20th century.
In original condition, with
Category
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Metal
19th Century Spanish Traditional Metal Plate
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Metal plate from Spain by unknown manufacturer, circa 19th century.
In original condition, with
Category
Antique 19th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Metal
Mid-century French Ceramic Decorative Plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s)
By Le Murier
Located in London, GB
Mid-century French ceramic decorative plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). A seductive piece with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Ceramic Decorative Plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s)
By Le Murier
Located in London, GB
Mid-century French ceramic decorative plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). A seductive piece with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Ceramic Decorative Plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s)
By Le Murier
Located in London, GB
Mid-century French ceramic decorative plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). A seductive piece with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Ceramic Decorative Plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s)
By Le Murier
Located in London, GB
Mid-century French ceramic decorative plate by Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). A seductive piece with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Spanish Traditional Metal Plate
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Metal plate from Spain by unknown manufacturer, circa 19th century.
In original condition, with
Category
Antique 19th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Metal
Series of 6 mid-century ‘Toledo’ ceramic dinner plates by Salins France, 1960s
By Salins
Located in Bruxelles, BE
white
fern pattern.
Every plate is unique and the fern pattern differs slightly.
manufacture of salins
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Mid Century Plates", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Mid Century Plates For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of mid century plates for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid century plates — often made from metal, brass and ceramic — can elevate any home. Find 7636 antique and vintage mid century plates at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 319 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Mid century plates have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century plates bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti and Knoll each produced beautiful mid century plates that are worth considering.
How Much are Mid Century Plates?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,590, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $223,822 highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Plates
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
More Ways To Browse
Nils Thorsson Baca
Demitasse Cup And Saucer
Majolica Dinner Sets
Quimper France Pottery
Vintage Small China Cabinet
Barnaba Fornasetti
China Buffet Table
German Hand Painted Dishes
Pink Rimmed Dinner Plates
Porcelain Demitasse Cups
Vintage Chinese Buffet
Vintage Rosenthal Studio Linie Germany
China Salad Plates
Dinner Services For Six
Porcelain Dinnerware Plate Sets
Vintage Fish Cutlery
Vintage Kitchen Hutch Cabinet
Vintage Shaker Maker