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Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?

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Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?
Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Vintage Pernilla Armchair by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
Located in Chicago, IL
Pernilla 69 lounge chair by DUX Sweden, circa 1970 laminated and steam-bent beech, canvas webbing chair: 38½ h × 29½ w × 35 d in Condition: Good overall condition. General wear exi...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bentwood

Italian Murano Art Glass Candy Pieces Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and fun set of four (4) Italian Murano art glass candy pieces, sculptures, hand-made, in the Modern design style, circa mid to late-20th century, Itay. Each beautiful can...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Dala Horse, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Dala Horse, 1960s
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

A Remarkable Pair of French Leather club Chairs, Cuban Lounge Models, Circa 1950
Located in Hastings, GB
A Remarkable Pair of French Leather club Chairs, Cuban Lounge Models, Circa 1950’s These are beautiful chairs and in beautiful condition, every indication points to the fact that th...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

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Leather

Bronze Etruscan Horse with Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece Vintage, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Bronze Etruscan-Style Horse and Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece This striking bronze sculpture, crafted in Greece, captures the unmistakable aesthetic of ancient Etruscan art...
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Vintage 1970s Greek Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

L. Massoni Dilly Dally White Leather Vanity Table by Poltrona Frau, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning white “Dilly Dally” dressing table designed by Luigi Massoni and produced by Poltrona Frau in Italy during the 1960s. In amazing condition, with all original components int...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

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Metal

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