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Vintage Aldo Londi For Rosenthal Netter Planter
By Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful brown, yellow, orange and green striped planter. Designed by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi Ashtray Designed by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter, Made in Italy
By Bitossi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bitossi ashtray designed by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter, for their Marroco line. Made in Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter Cream Table Lamp with Blue Striping, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Aldo Londi Cream & Blue Studio Pottery Table Lamp for Rosenthal Netter. Featuring a hand thrown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Modern Sunburst Pottery Candleholders - Bitossi Londi Rosenthal Netter Italy 60s
By Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
1960s exotic Mid-Century Modern pair candle holders by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter and produced
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Aldo Londi Box, Mondrian, Ceramic, Blue, Green, Black, Signed, Rosenthal Netter
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi Box, Mondrian, Ceramic, Blue, Green, Signed, Rosenthal Netter. Small scale lidded box
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
H 2 in W 8 in D 3.92 in
Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase for Rosenthal Netter: Marocco
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Manufacturer: Aldo Londi
Importer: Rosenthal Netter
Period or model: Mid-Century Modern.
Specs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray for Rosenthal Netter: Marocco
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Manufacturer: Aldo Londi
Importer: Rosenthal Netter
Period or model: Mid-Century Modern.
Specs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Bird Vase for Rosenthal Netter: Marocco
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Manufacturer: Aldo Londi
Importer: Rosenthal Netter
Period or model: Mid-Century Modern.
Specs
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Aldo Londi for Bitossi & Rosenthal-Netter Italian Ceramic Table Lamps
By Aldo Londi
Located in Queens, NY
stripes over a matte olive green glaze. (ALDO LONDI FOR BITOSSI AND ROSENTHAL-NETTER) (PRICED AS Pair
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 10.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Aldo Londi Thai Silk Vase, Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter, Blue, Green, Gold
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Mid-Century Modern vase was designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold
Aldo Londi Bitossi Fascie Colorate Small Vessel / Cachepot Rosenthal Netter 70s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Aldo Londi, "Fascie Colorate" or "Color Striped" Series of Italian Modern vessels. This
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid Century Modern Tall Rimini Blue Vase Bitossi & Aldo Londi Rosenthal Netter
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous tall vase by Aldo Londi designer for Bitossi of Italy. Amazing color, Rimini Blue with a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Tall Art Pottery Vase by Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter
By Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall, art pottery vase by Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter, attributed to Aldo Londi features an
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Horse, Ceramic, Cyan Blue, Signed
By Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Horse, Ceramic, Cyan Blue, Signed. Large horse sculpture glazed in an
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Lidded Jar / Vessel for Bitossi, Italy, c.1960
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Aldo Londi Lidded Jar / Vessel for Bitossi, Italy, c.1960. Retailed by Rosenthal Netter.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Raymor Rimini Blue Pottery Tripod Occasional Table, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Aldo Londi for Bitossi incised blue & green Tripod Side Table for Raymor. Featuring a handcrafted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Iron
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Atomic Floral Ashtray
By Aldo Londi
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 1950’s Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italian ceramic ashtray. Decorated with atomic style flowers in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury 1960 Rosenthal Netter Striped Ceramic Vase for Bitossi, Italy
By Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Created by Bitossi’s creative director, Aldo Londi and distributed worldwide by Rosenthal Netter
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Vase, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Cinese, Signed
By Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
blue and green with a gilt glazed tapered base from Bitossi's "Cinese" series. Aldo Londi's "Cinese
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Box and Two Bowls Vide Poche
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a striking Mid-Century Modern Aldo Londi for Bitossi ceramic trio of pieces, a box, and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Ceramic Bird Bowl by Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Highland, IN
As design director for Bitossi for over fifty years, artist Aldo Londi created a unique aesthetic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Mid century painted ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage Italian mid century modern ceramic table lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, imported by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Metal
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Bowl or Ashtray, Leaf Decor, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
pieces were created by Aldo Londi for Bitossi to be sold through Raymor and Rosenthal Netter in 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Bud Vase with 5 Stepped Cylinders, Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
glossy monochrome surfaces.
The vase was created by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramiche and is signed in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
H 7.72 in W 4.2 in D 2.4 in
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Bud Vase and Dresser Box with Lid, Italy
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
are done in dark pink of white sponge glaze.
The vase was created by Aldo Londi for Bitossi and is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Rimini Blu Vase and Lidded Jar with Floral Decoration
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This ceramic vase and lidded jar were designed by Aldo Londi, art director for Bitossi ceramiche in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Substantial Aldo Londi Bitossi Incised Blue & Green Pottery Table Lamp, 1950's
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Aldo Londi for Bitossi incised blue and green glazed table lamp distributed by Rosenthal
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A monumental vintage Italian ceramic vase by Bitossi, 1960s
By Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi
Located in View Park, CA
A monumental ceramic vase by Bitossi, circa 1965. Possibly designed by Aldo Londi or Alvino Bagni
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Blue Glazed Ceramic Buddha Sculpture In the Manner of Aldo Londi Bitossi
Located in Studio City, CA
much in a similar manner of the Italian made Chinese Kwan Yin bust by Aldo Londi for Bitossi/Rosenthal
Category
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
BITOSSI 1964 Italian Cinese Tall Vase In Glazed Blue Terracotta With Gold
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Miami, FL
A tall blue glazed vase designed by Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter.
This is a Bitossi vase crafted
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Alvino Bagni Red and Black Lava Table Lamp, Italy 1960s
By Alvino Bagni, Raymor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
25" - to the finial.
Alvino Bagni (1919-2000), along with Aldo Londi and Guido Gambone, is
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
1960s Bitossi Ceramic Blue Ashtray with Emblem by Rosenthal Netter, Italy
By Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Sacramento, CA
1960s ceramic blue ashtray designed by Aldo Londi of Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter. Made in Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
H 1.38 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in
Vintage Aldo Londi For Rosenthal Netter Planter
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful brown, yellow, orange and green striped planter. Designed by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter Bitossi Modern Textured Pottery Vase Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Miami, FL
Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter made by Bitossi. An elegant Italian Modern textured pottery vase
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Bitossi by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter Pagoda Shaped Lidded Jar, Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Valencia, VC
This vintage Bitossi by Aldo Londi cinese decor for Rosenthal Netter showcases the artistic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Urns
Materials
Ceramic
H 8.67 in Dm 5.91 in
Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Italy Organic Modern Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely midcentury Italian modern Bitossi bud pottery vase made for Rosenthal Netter and by Aldo
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Aldo Londi Cinese Modern Lidded Vessel for Rosenthal Netter Bitossi Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Miami, FL
An Aldo Londi Cinese Series vessel retailed by Rosenthal Netter and produced by Italian
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Fascie Colorate Green Cylindrical Vase Rosenthal Netter 70s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Aldo Londi, "Fascie Colorate" or "Color Striped" Series of Italian Modern vessels. This
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Box for Rosenthal Netter
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Box for Rosenthal Netter. Black and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Lidded Jar for Rosenthal Netter, circa 1965
By Rosenthal Netter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian Lidded Jar for Rosenthal Netter, circa 1965
retains the original Rosenthal Netter label on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jars
Materials
Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray and Stand
By Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Garnerville, NY
Aldo Londi for Bitossi fused glass decorated ceramic ashtray and walnut stand. Classic "peace sign
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Walnut
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Plant Stand
By Aldo Londi
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Architectural Plant Stand with incised design in classic Aldo Londi Mediterranean Blue with Green
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Rosenthal Netter Bitossi Pottery Owl Pillar Candle Holder by Raymor
By Raymor, Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi
Located in Topeka, KS
pottery! This fabulous Rosenthal Netter Bitossi pottery owl candleholder is possibly designed by Aldo
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Italian Modern Ceramic Vase Aldo Londi for Fratelli Fanciullacci, 1960s
By Fratelli Fanciullacci, Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi
Located in Miami, FL
. With a glossy Rimini blue glaze over incised clay stamped with Aldo Londi's iconic round circles and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramic Buddha Head
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Aldo Londi Bitossi Buddha bust, ceramic, orange, gold, Rosenthal Netter, signed. Medium scale
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Vase
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Vintage Mid Century Italian Ceramic "Pietra" Decor Vase for Rosenthal Netter
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid Century Italian Ceramic Vase
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Vintage Mid Century Italian Ceramic "Pietra" Decor Vase for Rosenthal Netter
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Mid-Century Modern Raymor for Bitossi Rosenthal Netter Ceramic Vase
By Bitossi, Raymor
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase with striped multi-color design, made by Aldo Londi for Raymor for
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid century ceramic “Marocco” ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage Italian mid century modern ceramic ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s. From the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Blue Glazed Ceramic Floral Lidded Box
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
was designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi and imported by Rosenthal Netter during the 1960s. Showcasing
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
Bright Mid Century Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Raymor, Aldo Londi
Located in Miami, FL
Bright and fun small mid century pottery bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy 1960s. Having a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Pair Aldo Londi Bitossi Mid Century Onion Decor Ceramic Candlestick Holders
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
" decor designed by Aldo Londi showcases vibrant blue, red, and white colors and are sure to attract
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Seven Italian Ceramic ‘Rimini Blue’ Owl Candle Holders by Bitossi
By Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in the 1960’s.
This is a very unusual collection to find.
All are
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi for Rosenthal Netter Large Blue Ceramic Bowl
By Bitossi
Located in Troy, MI
Large ceramic bowl designed by Aldo Londi for famed Italian maker Bitossi and distributed in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi Gold Glaze Bowl for Rosenthal Netter Signed, Italy, 1970s
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi gold glaze bowl for Rosenthal Netter signed, Italy, 1970s.
This tile shape bowl likely
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Five Italian Ceramic Owls Candleholders by Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare set of five Italian ceramic owls by Aldo Londi for Bitossi imported by Rosenthal & Netter
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Exotic Mid-Century Modern Thai Silk Ashtray, Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter
By Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
1960s exotic Mid-Century Modern ashtray by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter and produced by Bitossi
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Fascie Colorate Ceramic Vase by Aldo Londi for Rosenthal Netter Bitossi, 1970s
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Aldo Londi, "Fascie Colorate" or "Color Striped" Series of vessels, this vase has a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic
Ceramic Bird Sculpture by Aldo Londi
By Aldo Londi, Rosenthal Netter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful yellow ceramic bird by Aldo londi for Rosenthal Netter. Marked on underside and has label
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Pottery Doves, a pair (marked Rosenthal Netter)
By Bitossi, Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi
Located in Skokie, IL
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Pottery Doves, a pair (imported by Rosenthal Netter)
A beautiful vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
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Aldo Londi For Rosenthal Netter For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the aldo londi for rosenthal netter you’re looking for. Each aldo londi for rosenthal netter for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, pottery and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer aldo londi for rosenthal netter, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right aldo londi for rosenthal netter, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Bitossi, Aldo Londi and Rosenthal Netter each produced at least one beautiful aldo londi for rosenthal netter that is worth considering.
How Much is a Aldo Londi For Rosenthal Netter?
A aldo londi for rosenthal netter can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $850, while the lowest priced sells for $185 and the highest can go for as much as $2,500.
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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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