1960s Bassett Faux Bamboo Wood Painted Chinoiserie Japandi Style Desk
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and one of a kind, hand painted wood desk you could hope to find. The beautiful desk is statement piece and packed with personal...
Leather, Faux Bamboo, Wood, Paint
Midcentury Bassett Dresser from the "Mayan" Collection
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
1960s Bassett Mid-Century Modern Mayan walnut long dresser.
Wood
Bassett Mayan Tall Chest Highboy Dresser Mid Century Modern 1960s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern tall highboy dresser from the “Mayan” line by Bassett Furniture Company. The restored case has more depth and clarity to the finish than the original facto...
Metal
$1,995
H 30.5 in W 52 in D 17.75 in
Newly Refinished-Mid-Century Modern Walnut 6-Drawer Dresser by Bassett Furniture
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
😁 This Mid-Century Modern walnut 6-drawer dresser by Bassett Furniture, crafted in the United States during the 1960s, embodies the clean restraint and quiet sophistication that de...
Walnut
$1,195
H 36.25 in W 60.5 in D 3.25 in
Mayan Collection Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Queen Size Headboard, 1960s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut queen size headboard From the Mayan Collection by Bassett Furniture USA, 1960s Measures: 60.5"W x 3.25"D x 36.25"H.
Walnut
1960s Mid-Century Surfboard Coffee Table by Bassett
Located in Wilton, CT
Mid-Century Modern walnut coffee table by Bassett Furniture Company, circa 1965. Surfboard style table with distinctive raised edges — typical of Danish modern production — but Ameri...
Walnut
$7,936
H 25.6 in W 75.2 in D 18.12 in
Credenza Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll Inc, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Black wooden sideboard with metal legs and marble top, featuring 4 doors and 8 height-adjustable shelves. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
Marble, Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Yellow Bedside Tables by Bassett
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add some color to your bedroom with these wild 1960s bedside tables by Bassett furniture. Made in the style of Raymond Loewy, with molded plastic fronts.
Plastic, Laminate
Vintage Triple Oval Ornate Gold Wall Mirror Hollywood Regency
Located in Portsmouth, VA
The finish is a warm antique gold that adds depth and glow to any space. Attributed to Bassett Furniture and dating to the 1960s, this mirror is unmarked but aligns closely with oth...
Glass, Plastic
Unavailable
H 30 in W 62.25 in D 18 in
1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard Credenza Cabinet by Bassett
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Beautiful restored mid-century modern walnut wood sideboard cabinet by Bassett Furniture Inc. circa 1960s. Six drawers on the right (one with built-in dividers) and cabinet on the le...
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Credenza/ Chest by Bassett Furniture 1960's
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Wilton, CT
A very well-made and straight up 1960's credenza/cabinet made by Bassett Furniture, USA.
Mid Century Bassett Artisan Surfboard Coffee Table c. 1960's
By Bassett Furniture, Grete Jalk
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Danish Modern style surfboard coffee table by Bassett as part of the Artisan series c. 1960's. This example is in good, original, clean and ready to use conditio...
Walnut
Mid-Century Dresser by Bassett
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage walnut dresser manufactured by Bassett, circa 1960s. This piece features nine drawers with striped design on both the left and right side.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Triple Dresser by Bassett
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern American made 9-drawer dresser or credenza with brass accents. Made by Bassett, circa 1960s. This stunning triple dresser features sculpted, scalloped shaped brass...
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Dresser, c.1960’s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Walnut, Lacquer
1960s Mid-Century Modern Mayan Revival Dresser
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern dresser for sale. Manufactured in the 1960s by Bassett, and part of the Mayan Collection.
Walnut
Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll Inc, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
sideboard in wood and with metal legs. The door handles are in leather. It has 2 sliding doors, each containing two shelves. Wear due to time and age of the sideboard
Metal
Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll Inc, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sideboard made of wood, fabric, glass and metal legs. The handles of the doors are in leather. It has 2 sliding doors with one containing a drawer. There are 3 hinged doors, one cont...
Metal
Credenza Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wooden sideboard with metal legs and marble top with 4 doors that can be locked with a key. Wear due to time and age For shipping, request us for receive the best price.
Marble, Metal
Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll Inc, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sideboard made of wood, fabric, glass and metal legs. The handles of the doors are in leather. It has 2 sliding doors with one containing a drawer. There are 3 hinged doors, one cont...
Metal
Sold
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 18.51 in
Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International, 1960s, set of 2
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 2 wooden sideboards with metal legs and 4 drawers. Wear due to time and age.
Metal
Sold
H 29 in W 77.5 in D 29 in
Mid-Century Modern Bassett Sofa Wood Cane and Chrome Baughman Attributed, 1960s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, wood, chrome and cane sofa, in the style of Milo Baughman, circa 1960s. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 77.5" W x 29" D x 29" B.H. x ...
Chrome
Dark Chocolate Mid-Century Chest
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Wilton, CT
VIntage 1960's all wood chest by Bassett Furniture. Custom finished in a chocolate stain finished with a clear lacquer.
Mid-Century Chest in Dark Chocolate
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Wilton, CT
Excellent proportions with the mid-size dimensions that are so suitable for a variety of interior needs. Early 1960's all wood cabinet by Bassett Furniture has been finished in Dark ...
Brass
Sold
H 15 in W 50 in D 28 in
1960s Midcentury Modern Freeform Amoeba Biomorphic Glass and Wood Coffee Table
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall, Harvey Probber, Bassett Furniture
Located in Hudson, NY
Gorgeous 1960s American made biomorphic table with a gorgeous amoeba shaped glass insert. Lovely sculptural design perfect for any mid century or contemporary interior.
Glass, Wood
Mid Century Bassett Mirror from the "Mayan" Collection
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
1960s Bassett Mid-Century Modern Mayan walnut wood mirror.
Mirror, Walnut
Bassett Mayan Low Walnut Dresser Mid Century Modern 1960s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A Mid-Century Modern Bassett low dresser from the “Mayan” Collection. Circa 1960’s.
Metal
Sold
H 42 in W 34.25 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Highboy Dresser Chest of Drawers by Bassett
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern American made highboy dresser or chest of drawers with brass accents. Made by Bassett, circa 1960s. This handsome chest features sculpted, scalloped shaped brass p...
Brass
Bassett Furniture Side Table in Walnut, made in the USA, 1960s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Two tier side table designed and produced by Bassett Furniture in Pennsylvania in the USA around 1960. This art deco inspired side table was constructed in walnut. The upward curved ...
Walnut
Sold
H 30.25 in W 72.25 in D 19 in
Long Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser by Bassett Furniture Co., C. 1960s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Long Walnut Dresser by Bassett Furniture Co., circa 1960s. This long dresser packs a punch with a total of 8 deep and spacious drawers for all your clothing storag...
Wood
1960s Bassett Furniture Walnut Low Dresser
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Amherst, NH
Vintage 1960s Bassett Furniture walnut and ash wood low dresser with 6-drawers.
Ash, Walnut
1960s Bassett Furniture Walnut Tall Dresser
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Amherst, NH
1960s walnut wood tall armoire-style dresser by Bassett Furniture Co.
Walnut
$2,095
H 22.5 in W 54 in D 16 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Californian Modern Credenza by Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman
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 designs...
Walnut
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$6,886 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$2,495 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,895 / set
H 23 in W 24.25 in D 15 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands
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 designs...
Walnut
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Diamond Front Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long nine drawer dresser by United Furniture with their iconic diamond front. Warm walnut grain throughout with tapered legs. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Walnut
$2,400
H 30.75 in W 77.5 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Walnut 12-Drawer Dresser by Jack Cartright for Founders Co.
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage triple dresser chest designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders Company, circa 1960s. Features natural walnut variations in the grain pattern accessorized by black metal pulls....
Metal
$4,500
H 32.5 in W 65 in D 18 in
California Modern Walnut Dresser with Tulip Style Pulls by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Walnut Wood, Steel Pull Handles ________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take thi...
Steel
65 Davis Allen Oak Stainless Credenza
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Davis Allen joined Skidmore, Owing and Merrill (SOM) in 1950 as a junior architectural designer. In the intervening forty years, and since 1965 with the rank of Associate Partner, S...
Stainless Steel
$4,895 / item
H 24.5 in W 72 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...
Walnut
$2,495 / set
H 23.5 in W 22 in D 16 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands
By American of Martinsville
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...
Brass
Streamline Moderne Art Deco Tubular Chrome Chair W Cowhide Leather
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Streamline Moderne Art Deco Tubular Chrome Chair W Cowhide Leather
Chrome
$5,895
H 34 in W 64.75 in D 17.75 in
Milo Baughman Double-Tambour Door Credenza w/ Lacquered Drawers for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Satin-Lacquered Drawers ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, 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.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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