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What is an MCM piece of furniture?
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An MCM piece of furniture was produced during the mid-20th century and reflects the characteristics of mid-century modern style. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that describe many examples of vintage mid-century modern furniture. Furniture created by designers working in this style often featured materials like teak, rosewood, oak, steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Shop a large selection of vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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3 Tone Blue Metal Pendant Lamp by Lamell-Star-Leuchten, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
3 Tone Blue Metal Pendant Lamp by Lamell-Star-Leuchten, 1960s, Germany
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with E27 light bulbs.
Wired and suitable to use...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
This wonderful and rare flush mount ceiling light is a standout example of the Nordic Functionalism from the 1930s, a design movement that sought to merge beautiful craftsmanship wit...
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Wicker Fisch Celling Light, France 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
This charming little French pendant light is a real gem! It'll add a touch of elegance to any room, no matter what style it is. I'm happy to tell you that the total length is 63 cm, ...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker
20th century design decorative or jewelry box by Charnaux La Borne 1980
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Claudie Charnaux Guillaume - La Borne
20th century design decorative or jewelry ceramic box
Signed under the base
Black and colored stoneware ceramic glazes colors
Original perf...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
Gorgeous Brass Lizard Nutcracker Vintage, France, 1960s Mid Century Modern
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s french large and heavy nutcracker shaped like an lizard. Nice addition to your room, to use it as is or just for your collection of bronze items. Found at an esta...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Line Vautrin School Talosel and Mirror Table Lamp
By Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare Talosel and mirror table lamp or sconce was executed by one of Line Vautrin's (1913-1977) students circa 1960. This marvelous table lamp features pearlized yellow resin, or...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Resin, Talosel
