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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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Amazing Brass Pendant Lamp with Crystals by Bakalowits
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass balls has a very luxurious charisma and sparkles particularly beautiful. The design and the materials used crea...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Rattan SIDE TABLE by Janine ABRAHAM, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
A superb Modernist, Freeform, Brutalist, Folk Art pedestal table or side table, with a four-legged black lacquered metal frame and an impressive woven wicker top, creating a warm and...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern German Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid-Century Cocoon pendant lamp by Goldkant Leuchten. The flat Cocoon shade provides diffuse, atmospheric light. At the same time, the symmetrical lamp body presents itself as ...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of three Beetle Bug Miniature Figurines, Vintage German 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of three decorative sculpture statue miniatures. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal, i believe its brass. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Ge...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Large Beautiful Hanging Lamp, pleated Lampshade, 1970s, Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
Very decorative pleated hanging lamp from the GDR. Interesting floral pattern that is particularly effective when lit. In very good condition with two barely visible cracks in th...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Plastic

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