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What does mid century modern mean?
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Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
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Gouda Holland Mid-Century Pottery Vase 1950s Multicolor
By Gouda Vase
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Gouda Holland mid-century pottery vase 1950s multicolor.
Category
Vintage 1950s Northern Irish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$607 Sale Price
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Mid-Century Pottery Jug, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Pottery Jug, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Pottery Bowl with Incised Decoration
Located in Meer, VAN
Mid Century Pottery Bowl with Incised Decoration
This is a very beautiful studio pottery bowl with intricate incised decoration.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery
Volcanic Glazed Mid Century Pottery Vase by Steuler Keramik, 1960s
By Steuler
Located in Meer, VAN
Volcanic Glazed mid century pottery vase by Steuler Keramik. Germany, mid 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Mid-Century Pottery Table Lamp by Mobach
By Mobach
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mid-century pottery table lamp by Mobach, The Netherlands.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery, Fabric
Elegant pair of mid century pottery table lamps/ pair
By Al Chapman
Located in Allentown, PA
This is an elegant pair of mid century pottery table lamps. These pottery table lamps have a soft taupe and cream glaze to the surface with a stylized floral motif at the front.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
