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Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Full Headboard
By Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Full Headboard
This headboard measures: 56.5 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Widdicomb Style Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Tambour Door Credenza
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Widdicomb Style Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Tambour Door Credenza
This credenza measures: 70.25
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
This credenza measures: 72 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Ten Mid-Century Bleached Elm Ercol Cowhorn Chairs
By Ercol
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Cowhorn was made in the 1960s and 70s, with solid elm seats and beech frame, a classic of the Mid-Century
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
Pair Of Baker Mid-Century Bleached Four Drawer Chests
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful pair of Baker Company mid-century modern bleached mahogany four drawer chests with brass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century English Bleached Teak Root Coffee Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa Mid 20thc
Mid Century English Bleached Teak Root Coffee Table
sku 1373
W57 x D54 x H45 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Small Mid-Century Modern Bleached Cerused Oak Book Case
Located in Westport, CT
Petite Mid-Century Modern bleached oak limed, three shelf bookcase / display storage shelf book
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Bleached Walnut Foot Sculpture - Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian foot sculpture made of hand crafted bleached
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
H 12.5 in W 24.5 in D 10.25 in
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Coffee Table
This coffee table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 15.25 in W 32 in D 32 in
Set of Ten Mid-Century Ercol 608 Bleached Elm Dining Chairs
By Ercol
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
-century Ercol design catalogue.
This set has been stripped back and bleached to give a contemporary edge.
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
This credenza measures: 66 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Mid 19th Century Biedermeier Bookcase, Display Cabinet, Bleached Mahogany
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Bookcase or Display Cabinet
North Germany
Mahogany
1st half of the 19th century
Category
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 82.68 in W 46.46 in D 14.97 in
Mid Century Round Dining Table - Sun Bleached Cherry
Located in Westwood, NJ
Inspired by an early 19th-century Regency design, this dining table is timeless and features an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...
Materials
Wood
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
This nightstand
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Mahogany
H 21.25 in W 22 in D 16 in
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
Each nightstand
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Mahogany
H 21 in W 22 in D 16.5 in
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Expanding Saber Leg Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Expanding Saber Leg Dining Table with 4 Leaves
This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 29 in W 111.75 in D 47.75 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Bleached Mahogany Long Narrow Dining Potting Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Bleached Mahogany Veneer Long Narrow Distressed Dining Table/Potting
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Vitrolite and Bleached Mahogany Credenza
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Vitrolite and Bleached Mahogany Credenza
This credenza measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Vitrolite, Mahogany
H 32.25 in W 60 in D 19 in
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century American Modern Bleached Walnut
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
"Pair of Mid-Century American Modern bleached walnut chests with four drawers, each with two square
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rway Mid-Century Modern Bleached Mahogany Sculpted Tall Chest Highboy Dresser
By RWAY
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rway Mid-Century Modern Bleached Mahogany sculpted tall chest highboy dresser. Item features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
H 45 in W 47 in D 20.25 in
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Tambour Door Credenza
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Tambour Door Credenza
This credenza
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
H 32.25 in W 44.25 in D 18.25 in
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Brass Coffee Table
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Brass Coffee Table
This coffee table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair Solid Mahogany Raised Front Mid Century Modern Bleached Bachelor Chest MINT
By Johan Tapp
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice pair of mid century chests with raised front drawers. The chests are in excellent
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 35 in W 19 in D 36 in
18th Century Bleached Walnut Serpentine Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th century bleached walnut serpentine commode. Three-drawer Italian commode. Constructed in
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
American Round Mid-Century Modern Turned Bleach Oak Wood & Glass Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern American bleached oak coffee table with round 1/2-inch glass top.
The table is
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sun Bleached Sculptural Root Wall Sconces
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Amazing and truly spectacular assemblage of bleached roots into wall sconces. Photos do not do them
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Cedar
John Widdicomb Mid Century Cane and Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By John Widdicomb
Located in Countryside, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Cane and Bleached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 21.5 in
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
H 31.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Bleached Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
beautiful wood grain. Floating on mid century style cone legs. It’s all in the details. Full dimensions; 65
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Mid-Century Modern Bleached Wood Abstract Sculpture, circa 1970
By Bois & Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
In the early 1970s, an artist crafted this elegant Mid-Century Modern wooden abstract sculpture
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
19th Century Anglo Indian Bleached Rosewood Settee
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An impressive and highly decorative 19th Century Anglo-Indian, bleached rosewood settee.
This
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Settees
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
Pair of Mid Century French Armchairs in Bleached Beech Wood
Located in Wichita, KS
A unique pair of French armchairs in bleached beech wood from the mid 20th century. These stylish
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Burlap, Beech
Set of Eight Mid Century Bleached Ercol ‘Cowhorn’ Chairs
By Ercol
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
-Century Ercol design catalogue.
This set has been stripped back and bleached to give a contemporary edge.
Category
20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
19th Century Italian Bleached Walnut Kitchen Table
Located in Carmine, TX
Kitchen table hand-made in Italy in the mid 1800s using walnut and pegged construction. This is a
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Rustic Farm Tables
Materials
Walnut
Tommi Parzinger, Charak, Mid-Century Modern, Dining Table, Bleached Mahogany
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Manhasset, NY
Tommi Parzinger, Charak Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Dining Table, Bleached Mahogany, Brass, 1954
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Side Table
This side table measures: 20.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Bleached Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
beautiful wood grain. Floating on mid century style cone legs. It’s all in the details. Full dimensions; 67
Category
2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Solid Sandblasted Sun Bleached Oak Mid Century Extension Dining Table
By The Table Company
Located in Buffalo, WY
fashionable Mid-Century styling. The expertly crafted natural wood top has a slight inset with the four
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
18th Century Large Bleached Walnut Spanish Dining Table
Located in Madrid, ES
A 18th century bleached solid oak Spanish dining table with scrolled wrought iron stretcher, with
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Baroque Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Bleached Suar Wood Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
beautiful wood grain. Floating on mid century style cone legs. It’s all in the details.
The St. Barts
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
H 18 in W 54 in D 38 in
18th Century Bleached Walnut Italian Credenza, Buffet, Sideboard
Located in Carmine, TX
Walnut credenza handcrafted in Italy in the mid 1700s and bleached recently. Don't let its delicate
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Neoclassical Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Bleached Teak Wood Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
and added a polish to the top for protection. Floating on mid century style legs. Organic with a twist
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
H 16 in W 60 in D 58 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Sliding Door Credenza
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Sliding Door Credenza
This credenza
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
H 34 in W 41.5 in D 18 in
18th Century Louis XV Bleached Oak Buffet/Enfilade
Located in Carmine, TX
piece was built in the mid 1700s using all pegged construction and solid oak. The buffet features 3
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Louis XV Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century 8 Drawer Dresser in Bleached Mahogany by Landstrom Furniture Co.
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely mid-century 8 drawer dresser was made by Landstrom Furniture Company in Rockford, IL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Copper
H 32 in W 56 in D 19.5 in
Bleached Italian Campaign Chest
Located in Savannah, GA
An Italian bleached mahogany campaign side chest of drawers, mid-20th century.
27 ¾ inches wide by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Italian Commode in bleached Walnut
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Elegant antique Italian Commode in a beautiful bleached Walnut,
from the Tuscany Region, 18 th
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Bleached Oak Centre Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century bleached oak hexagonal centre/drum table.This stunning piece has exquisite carved
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century European Center Tables
Materials
Zinc
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Mid Century Basket Weave Bleached Oak Desk
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Mid Century Basket Weave Bleached Oak Desk
This desk measures: 63.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
H 28.25 in W 63.5 in D 18.5 in
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Bleached Teak Wood Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive six inch single slab reclaimed teak wood coffee table. We bleached the beautiful teak
Category
2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Bleached Teak Wood Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
bleached the teak wood and added a light white wash revealing the stunning wood grain. Floating on mid
Category
2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
H 16 in W 42 in D 64 in
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Bleached Teak Wood Mid Century Style Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
shellack to the top for protection. Floating on mid century style legs. Organic with a twist.
The St
Category
2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
H 16 in W 40 in D 40 in
Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Bleached Teak Wood Mid Century Style Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
a shellack to the top for protection. Floating on mid century style legs. Organic with a twist
Category
2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Mid-Century Modern Bleached Walnut Cork Tops Paul Frankl End Side Tables MINT!
By John Stuart Inc., Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Bleached Walnut Cork Tops Paul Frankl Two Drawers End Side Tables MINT!.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut, Cork
H 23 in W 24 in D 24 in
Bleached Rosewood Round Games Table
Located in New York, NY
Bleached rosewood circular table with ebonized wood legs may be used as a dining table or games
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Rustic French Commode in Bleached Walnut
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Elegant French Commode in a bleached Walnut,
from the Paris Region,18 th Century,
original Bronze
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Spanish Carved Bleached Walnut Two Drawers Cocktail Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
lots of character, and adorns a rich bleached patinated finish throughout.
Measures: 66" L x 22.75" W x
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Louis XIII Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 25.5 in W 66 in D 22.75 in
Tommi Parzinger Bleached Maple Nightstands
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Tommi Parzinger midcentury bleached maple side tables/ nigh stands with satin brass pulls
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
18th Century Bleached Mahogany French Empire Commode with Black Marble Top
Located in Carmine, TX
mahogany veneer. The chest of drawers has been bleached and shows gorgeous striations of grey, white and
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 35.5 in W 50.75 in D 23.13 in
19th Century French Black Forest Carved Bleached Oak Buffet with Love Birds
Located in Dallas, TX
condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a rich light bleached oak finish, and exquisite detailed
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Black Forest Cabinets
Materials
Oak
H 38.5 in W 52 in D 22.75 in
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.