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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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Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Geometric Wall Mirror, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury gorgeous rectangular geometric wall mirror in bamboo and rattan with rounded corners. Made in Italy in the 1960s. The mirror would be perfect for a bedroom, dressing roo...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

Rare Bookshelf Wall Unit by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik, 1950s
Located in Ranst, VAN
This rarely available bookcase, a true masterpiece, was designed by Arne Vodder and Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik in the 1950s It includes five cabinet elements, four bookshelves ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rattan, Teak

Murano Chandelier Original Palmette, AMBER glasses
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass chandelier. HAND MADE IN MURANO. It made by 58 Murano amber glasses in a gold metal frame. The chandelier has also a Murano glass ball in the end of...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

1960s Wall Clock in Murano Glass by "Cà Dei Vetrai". Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous wall clock in Murano glass by "Cà dei Vetrai" it's signed on the back. Made in Italy. It's in excellent condition and it works perfectly with an AA battery (quartz mec...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Murano Glass

Pair of Italian Wall Sconces in Brass, Lacquered Metal, and Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wall-mounted sconces designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s. Each fixture features a conical opaline glass shade supported by a brass arm extending from a round bras...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier by Lamperti Production Italy 1960
Located in Palermo, IT
The elegance of this chandelier is the right word. Stunning and of considerable size. Brass structure with six glass balls. The peculiarity is the pearl effect that the glass balls h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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