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Who invented MCM?
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No single person invented MCM, otherwise known as the mid-century modern design movement. The style evolved during the decades following World War II through the designs of numerous influential figures. Some designers who helped define the mid-century modern movement include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of mid-century modern furniture.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Shop for Mid-Century Modern Furniture on 1stDibs
1950s Italian Sideboard in Green Lacquered Wood with Oak Interior and Black Legs
Located in Rome, IT
Italian sideboard from the 1950s, restored and restyled with great attention to craftsmanship and modern proportions. The structure is made of solid wood, finished with a green shell...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Iron
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Ramseur
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 pink etched glass tubes
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports pink etched glass tubes in a star shape.
Weight about 60 ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 36 green disks
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 36 fantastic iridescent alabaster green discs in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions: 44,50 inches...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass
Handsewn fabric shade pendant , design by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Handsewn fabric shade, pattern by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, hanging on a fabric-covered wire, brass-parts in the requested finish
Height is customisable
All electrical componen...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Clear and Tobacco Murano Glass Sconces by Mazzega (Two Pairs Available)
By Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Minimalist clear and Tobacco Murano glass sconces by Mazzega.
The thick Murano glass leaf petal is mounted on to a polished brass plate and has
a single candelabra light sock...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,800 Sale Price / set
35% Off