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Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase - Glashütte Theresienthal - Gunnel Nyman
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase - Glashütte Theresienthal - Gunnel Nyman

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase - Glashütte Theresienthal - Gunnel Nyman

By Theresienthal, Gunnel Nyman

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful mid century modern art glass vase, attributed to Gunnel Nyman (designer) for Glashütte

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Vase By Tom Connally, Greenwich Flint Craft
Mid Century Modern Art Glass Vase By Tom Connally, Greenwich Flint Craft

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Vase By Tom Connally, Greenwich Flint Craft

By Tom Connally, Greenwich Flint Craft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century modern, art glass vase by Tom Connally for Greenwich Flint Craft in brilliant, opaque

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Murano Italian Mid Century Modern Art Glass Obelisks
Pair of Murano Italian Mid Century Modern Art Glass Obelisks

Pair of Murano Italian Mid Century Modern Art Glass Obelisks

Located in Englewood, NJ

Pair of Murano Italian Mid Century Modern Art Glass Obelisks each decorated with clear lattice

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Obelisks

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Aqua Blue Murano Vase Attributed to Barovier
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Aqua Blue Murano Vase Attributed to Barovier

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Aqua Blue Murano Vase Attributed to Barovier

By Barovier

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This Mid-Century Modern art glass vase has no markings, but it believed to have been made in Murano

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Pieces by Margareta Hennix, Sweden
Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Pieces by Margareta Hennix, Sweden

Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Pieces by Margareta Hennix, Sweden

By Johansfors Glasbruk , Margareta Hennix

Located in Bochum, NRW

Margareta Hennix for Johansfors Glasbruk Set of Three Signed & Numbered Mid-Century Modern Art

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Vintage 1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vases

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Gold Leaf

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Pulcino Bird by, Alessandro Pianon for VIstosi
Mid Century Modern Art Glass Pulcino Bird by, Alessandro Pianon for VIstosi

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Pulcino Bird by, Alessandro Pianon for VIstosi

By Vistosi, Alessandro Pianon

Located in Englewood, NJ

An iconic and rare Italian Mid-Century Modern art glass "Pulcino" bird designed by, Alessandro

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Thumbprint Designs Decanter and Stopper
Mid Century Modern Art Glass Thumbprint Designs Decanter and Stopper

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Thumbprint Designs Decanter and Stopper

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Fabulous! Mid Century Modern Original Art Glass Decanter and stopper featuring striking

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Venini
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Venini

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Venini

By Venini

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Striking art glass vase ice bucket by Venini for Disaronno. Beautiful amber glass with a white

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase - Cenedese Murano
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase - Cenedese Murano

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase - Cenedese Murano

By Cenedese

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful art glass vase, from the Italian brand Cenedese Murano. Beautiful design with twisted

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Sommerso Vase - Flavio Poli
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Sommerso Vase - Flavio Poli

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Sommerso Vase - Flavio Poli

By Murano Glass Sommerso, Flavio Poli

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful art glass Sommerso vase, attributed to the Italian designer Flavio Poli. The vase is

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Salviati Murano Italy Pink Gold Bubbles
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Salviati Murano Italy Pink Gold Bubbles

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Salviati Murano Italy Pink Gold Bubbles

By Salviati

Located in Munich, DE

Wonderful rich pink art glass vase by Salviati & Co, Italy with the original gold colored paper

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Light Fixture, Sweden 1950
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Light Fixture, Sweden 1950

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Light Fixture, Sweden 1950

Located in New York, NY

of amber glass floats with brown leopard spots and suspends 6 full size lightbulbs (100W max per bulb

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Cenedese Murano Scavo Glass Owl Mid Century Modern Art Glass Sculpture
Cenedese Murano Scavo Glass Owl Mid Century Modern Art Glass Sculpture

Cenedese Murano Scavo Glass Owl Mid Century Modern Art Glass Sculpture

By Cenedese Scavo

Located in Sarasota, FL

Fantastic scavo glass owl by Cenedese Murano. The coloration on this piece is very elegant with

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Dick Talbett Centerpiece Plate Bowl, Mid Century Modern Art Glass
Rare Dick Talbett Centerpiece Plate Bowl, Mid Century Modern Art Glass

Rare Dick Talbett Centerpiece Plate Bowl, Mid Century Modern Art Glass

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

and a beautiful example of American Mid Century Modern art studio glass. The bowl measures 14,7/8" in

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-...

Materials

Art Glass, Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Centrepiece Bowl by Flygsfors Paul Kedelv
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Centrepiece Bowl by Flygsfors Paul Kedelv

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Centrepiece Bowl by Flygsfors Paul Kedelv

By Flygsfors, Paul Kedelv

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular color, from clear to cranberry to violet. Signed and dated coquille Flygsfors, 1956. Large & Thick and making a statement, a great centerpiece for a table or even on a de...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

1950s French Mid Century Modern Art Glass/ Crystal Chandelier Baccarat "Diamond"
1950s French Mid Century Modern Art Glass/ Crystal Chandelier Baccarat "Diamond"

1950s French Mid Century Modern Art Glass/ Crystal Chandelier Baccarat "Diamond"

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Series "Diamond Stones" By Baccarat. 1950's Mid Century Modern Crystal Cascading Bag & Tent

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Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Per Lutken for Holmegaard, C1960
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Per Lutken for Holmegaard, C1960

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Per Lutken for Holmegaard, C1960

By Per Lütken, Holmegaard

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous c1960 smoked grey glass vase by Per Lutken for Holmegaard. In excellent vintage condition

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda # 41890
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda # 41890

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda # 41890

By Kosta Boda, Vicke Lindstrand

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous piece of Art Glass by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda. Clear thick base which changes to

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vases by Blenko Blue and Amber Ball Form
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vases by Blenko Blue and Amber Ball Form

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vases by Blenko Blue and Amber Ball Form

By Blenko Glass

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Pair of fish bowl vases by American glass blowing company Blenko. Amber colored case is a little

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda Sweden
Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda Sweden

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta Boda Sweden

By Kosta Boda, Vicke Lindstrand

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful art glass vase, made by the Swedish brand Kosta soda, designed by Vicke Lindstrand

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Bottle Form Vase Otto Bauer for Kastrup Holmegaard
Mid Century Modern Art Glass Bottle Form Vase Otto Bauer for Kastrup Holmegaard

Mid Century Modern Art Glass Bottle Form Vase Otto Bauer for Kastrup Holmegaard

By Holmgaard, Otto Brauer

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous deep & rich blue Art Glass vase by Otto Brauer for Holmgaard C1960. Striking color and

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

1970s Wine Decanter Carafe Modern Art Glass
1970s Wine Decanter Carafe Modern Art Glass

1970s Wine Decanter Carafe Modern Art Glass

By Georg Jensen

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1970s Midcentury Modern Art Glass Wine Liquor Decanter Modern design with glass stopper 11.25 h x

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Beautiful Art Glass Vase by Beranek Skrdlovice, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Beautiful Art Glass Vase by Beranek Skrdlovice, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Beautiful Art Glass Vase by Beranek Skrdlovice, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

By Beranek Glass 1

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern art glass vase. Attributed to Beranek Skrdlovice, Czechoslovakia

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Compote Tazza After Holmegaard
Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Compote Tazza After Holmegaard

Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Compote Tazza After Holmegaard

By Holmegaard

Located in New York, NY

Holmegaard, circa mid-20th century, Denmark. A very beautiful and substantial Midcentury Modern art glass

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass

Sommerso Murano Art Glass Triple Cased Bronze & White Glass Catchall, Bowl Italy
Sommerso Murano Art Glass Triple Cased Bronze & White Glass Catchall, Bowl Italy

Sommerso Murano Art Glass Triple Cased Bronze & White Glass Catchall, Bowl Italy

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Miami, FL

Sommerso Murano Mid-Century Modern art glass triple cased bowl in gold dusted bronze, White & Clear

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Murano Glass

Swedish Pukeberg Clear Glass Place Knife Holders, 1960s
Swedish Pukeberg Clear Glass Place Knife Holders, 1960s

Swedish Pukeberg Clear Glass Place Knife Holders, 1960s

By Eva Englund, Pukeberg Sweden

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Set of four Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern art glass place knife rests / card holders manufactured

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Leerdam Unica Striped Art Glass Vase by Floris Meydam
Mid-Century Modern Leerdam Unica Striped Art Glass Vase by Floris Meydam

Mid-Century Modern Leerdam Unica Striped Art Glass Vase by Floris Meydam

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This Mid-Century Modern art glass vase was produced by the Leerdam Unica glass factory during the

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Steuben MCM Art Glass Lidded Vessel Signed C1930
Antique Steuben MCM Art Glass Lidded Vessel Signed C1930

Antique Steuben MCM Art Glass Lidded Vessel Signed C1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

Steuben's mid-century modern art glass, this vessel showcases the brand's renowned craftsmanship. Signed and

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Early 20th Century Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Frantisek Vizner, Sklo Union Czech Art Glass, the Maze', a Good Art Glass Vase
Frantisek Vizner, Sklo Union Czech Art Glass, the Maze', a Good Art Glass Vase

Frantisek Vizner, Sklo Union Czech Art Glass, the Maze', a Good Art Glass Vase

By Frantisek Vizner, Sklo Union Rosice

Located in London, GB

Frantisek Vizner, Sklo Union Czech art glass. The Maze'. A good Mid-Century Modern art glass vase.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Pedestal Bowl or Centerpiece
Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Pedestal Bowl or Centerpiece

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Pedestal Bowl or Centerpiece

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This large Mid-Century Modern art glass footed compote is unsigned but presumed to have been made

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Antique French Baccarat MCM Art Glass Bud Vase Signed C1930
Antique French Baccarat MCM Art Glass Bud Vase Signed C1930

Antique French Baccarat MCM Art Glass Bud Vase Signed C1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

modern art glass. The vase features a sleek, geometric design typical of the era, with a clear, polished

Category

Early 20th Century Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Murano Art Glass Paperweight Yellow Modern Desk Accessory
Murano Art Glass Paperweight Yellow Modern Desk Accessory

Murano Art Glass Paperweight Yellow Modern Desk Accessory

By Vintage Murano Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

A Touch of Venetian Sunshine: Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Paperweight This captivating

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Cylindrical Steuben Art Glass Pedastal Vase with Captured Bubble
Mid-Century Cylindrical Steuben Art Glass Pedastal Vase with Captured Bubble

Mid-Century Cylindrical Steuben Art Glass Pedastal Vase with Captured Bubble

By Steuben Glass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Mid-Century Modern art glass vase. By Steuben. With tall, cylindrical side walls

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Art Glass Vase Attributed to Gullaskruf
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Art Glass Vase Attributed to Gullaskruf

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Art Glass Vase Attributed to Gullaskruf

By Gullaskruf

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Mid-Century Modern art glass vase. Attributed to Gullaskruf. Simply a great

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Green Art Glass Swirled Bowl Barovier Attributed
Mid-Century Modern Murano Green Art Glass Swirled Bowl Barovier Attributed

Mid-Century Modern Murano Green Art Glass Swirled Bowl Barovier Attributed

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This large green Mid-Century Modern art glass swirled bowl was made in Murano Italy in circa 1965

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Decorative Murano Style Blown Glass Table Lamps
Pair of Decorative Murano Style Blown Glass Table Lamps

Pair of Decorative Murano Style Blown Glass Table Lamps

By Venini

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very nice Mid-Century Modern art glass table lamps.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Art Glass Vase Attributed to Gullaskruf
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Art Glass Vase Attributed to Gullaskruf

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Art Glass Vase Attributed to Gullaskruf

By Gullaskruf

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Mid-Century Modern art glass vase. Attributed to Gullaskruf. Simply a great vase

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

1970s Peill & Putzler Art Glass and Brass Table Lamps
1970s Peill & Putzler Art Glass and Brass Table Lamps

1970s Peill & Putzler Art Glass and Brass Table Lamps

By Peill & Putzler

Located in New York, NY

1970s Mid-Century Modern art-glass and brass table lamps by Peill & Putzler, in vintage condition

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Table Lamps with Gold Flakes
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Table Lamps with Gold Flakes

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Table Lamps with Gold Flakes

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of Mid-Century Modern art glass table lamp are made of hand blown art glass with gold

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tall Spring Green Bubble Art Glass Vase, Scandinavia, 1960s
Tall Spring Green Bubble Art Glass Vase, Scandinavia, 1960s

Tall Spring Green Bubble Art Glass Vase, Scandinavia, 1960s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Tall green and heavy Scandinavian midcentury modern art glass vase. Green mouth blown bubble glass

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Sommerso Murano Glass Clover Shape Bowl Catchall Rose Green Clear Colors Seguso
Sommerso Murano Glass Clover Shape Bowl Catchall Rose Green Clear Colors Seguso

Sommerso Murano Glass Clover Shape Bowl Catchall Rose Green Clear Colors Seguso

By Murano Glass Sommerso, Seguso

Located in Miami, FL

different colors, Rose, Light Green and transparent. Mid-Century Modern Art Glass from Murano, Italy in the

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Venetian Italian Art Glass Sculptural Bowl Shell Gold Mid Century Modern
Murano Venetian Italian Art Glass Sculptural Bowl Shell Gold Mid Century Modern

Murano Venetian Italian Art Glass Sculptural Bowl Shell Gold Mid Century Modern

By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Palm Beach, FL

the viewer. This fantastic mid century modern art glass bowl has a elegant teardrop shape and spiral

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Orrefors Simon Gate, 1000 Windows, Glass Bowl, Signed, circa 1970s
Orrefors Simon Gate, 1000 Windows, Glass Bowl, Signed, circa 1970s

Orrefors Simon Gate, 1000 Windows, Glass Bowl, Signed, circa 1970s

By Orrefors, Simon Gate

Located in Chatham, ON

Orrefors Simon Gate (designer) - Mid-Century Modern - art glass bowl - signed - circa 1970s

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Gold Leaf Glass Dish 1960's Georges Briard Style
Vintage Gold Leaf Glass Dish 1960's Georges Briard Style

Vintage Gold Leaf Glass Dish 1960's Georges Briard Style

By George Briard

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage 1960's Mid Century Modern Georges Briard style gold leaf glass appetizers plate. The

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

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Glass

Mid Century Modern Italian Art Glass Sommerso Jewelry Casket/Box by, Mandruzzato
Mid Century Modern Italian Art Glass Sommerso Jewelry Casket/Box by, Mandruzzato

Mid Century Modern Italian Art Glass Sommerso Jewelry Casket/Box by, Mandruzzato

By Mandruzzato

Located in Englewood, NJ

An Italian Mid Century Modern Art Glass Sommerso Murano jewelry casket trinket box by, Mandruzzato

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Iridescent Modernist Art Glass Vase by Robert Eikholt
Iridescent Modernist Art Glass Vase by Robert Eikholt

Iridescent Modernist Art Glass Vase by Robert Eikholt

Located in Rochester, NY

Colorful iridescent Mid-Century Modern art glass vase by Robert Eikholt. Hand blown. Signed and

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vitrika 1960s Solid Textured Glass Midcentury Wall Light, Two Items
Vitrika 1960s Solid Textured Glass Midcentury Wall Light, Two Items

Vitrika 1960s Solid Textured Glass Midcentury Wall Light, Two Items

By Vitrika

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Beautiful sleek Danish Mid-Century Modern art glass wall lights on brass mount. Designed and

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Modern Art Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of mid century modern art glass available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of mid century modern art glass — often made from glass, art glass and metal — can elevate any home. There are 31764 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of mid century modern art glass you’re looking for, while we also have 1605 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of mid century modern art glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right option in this array of mid century modern art glass, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made piece of mid century modern art glass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Venini, Barovier&Toso and Archimede Seguso are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Art Glass?

A piece of mid century modern art glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,463, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $700,000.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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

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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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