$9,000Sale Price|40% Off
Floor Sample Alma Desk Giorgetti Designed By Pamela Amine w/ Leather Finishes
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Boston, MA
Designed By Pamela Amine Alma, from the Latin Almus, meaning “soul”, “she who nourishes”, celebrates the main function of a desk, which is to open the mind and expand one's knowle...
Leather
Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk This desk measures: 78 wide x 36 deep x 29.5 high, with a chair clearance of 28 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Desk has Stain ...
Leather, Rosewood
Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut and Leather Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut and Leather Executive Desk This desk measures: 78 wide x 38 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Desk To...
Leather, Walnut
Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma Castilian Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 77.5 wide x 21 deep x 29 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Top of Credenza has Stain Wear and Minor Scratches....
Walnut
2 MCM Founders Corner Step Tables Black Brass Sabots Coronado Grp Luther Draper
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
He also designed fabulous furniture including the “India Teakwood” collection for White Furniture Company and the well known “Boomerang Desk” for Alma, which was recognized for its p...
Brass
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
“Dança” Sculptural Working Desk in Freijó Wood by Gabriela Campos
By Gabriela Campos, Estúdio Mais Alma
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
The Dança Desk is a reinterpretation of the artwork La Danse by Henri Matisse, one of the most innovative artists of the twentieth century. Inspired by the vibrant and timeless energ...
Wood
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
“Dança” Sculptural Working Desk in Lacquer by Gabriela Campos
By Gabriela Campos, Estúdio Mais Alma
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
The Dança Desk is a reinterpretation of the artwork La Danse by Henri Matisse, one of the most innovative artists of the twentieth century. Inspired by the vibrant and timeless energ...
Lacquer
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H 29 in W 72.25 in D 42.5 in
Expertly Restored-Mid-Century Modern "Skulptura" Boomerang Desk by Alma Desk Co.
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid-Century Modern Skulptura boomerang desk by Alma Desk Co. showcases the sculptural, space-age optimism that made American office and home furnishings of the period so distinc...
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Alma Rosewood 3 Drawer Executive Desk, 1960s
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a delightful, executive desk, made of rosewood, with three drawers, including one for files, by Alma Desk Company, circa 1960s.
Rosewood
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H 29 in W 72 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Modern Alma Rosewood Executive Desk and Credenza File Cabinet, 1960s
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a phenomenal, executive desk and credenza file cabinet, made of rosewood, with filing drawers, by Alma Desk Company, circa 1960s.
Rosewood
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk by Alma
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Lafayette, IN
Amazing Mid-Century Modern executive desk by the Alma Desk Company. Desk features unique, curved, "boomerang" top, wonderful woven, curved modesty panel, walnut veneered cabinets and...
Walnut
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H 29.5 in W 72 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Alma Rosewood 8 Drawer Executive Credenza File Cabinet, 1960s
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, executive credenza file cabinet, made of rosewood, with eight drawers, by Alma Desk Company, circa 1960s. In fair vintage condition.
Rosewood
Alma Castilian Line Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modern credenza made in Highpoint, North Carolina by the Alma Desk Company. Part of Alma’s “Castilian” line.
Walnut
Alma Furniture Sculptural Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Very rare Skulptura desk by Alma. Stunning sculptural executive desk with x base and wood grain.
Walnut
Vintage MCM Alma Walnut Boomerang Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking Vintage MCM executive desk. Made by the iconic Alma group. Beautiful walnut frame in a chic boomerang shape.
Walnut
Rosewood Executive Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
By Alma Desk Co., High Point, N.C. Please use Contact Dealer button if you have any questions.
Alma Castilian Line Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma Castilian Line Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk This desk measures: 83.5 wide x 40.25 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25.25 inches All pieces of furniture...
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet w/ Chrome Legs
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
😁 Materials: Walnut, Chrome Legs This Mid-Century Modern walnut cabinet by Alma Desk Co. showcases a clean, architectural silhouette that reflects the brand’s functional yet refin...
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Castillian Alma
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Castillian Alma Executive Desk - a pinnacle of mid-century modern design that combines functionality with understated elegance.
Walnut
Alma Castilian Line Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma Castilian Line Mid Century Walnut Credenza This credenza measures: 77 wide x 21 deep x 28.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage con...
Walnut
Mid Century Walnut "Castillian" Executive Desk by Alma
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fantastic mid-century walnut “Castillian” executive desk by Alma made in the United States, circa 1960s.
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Armchairs by the ALMA Desk Company after Risom
By Jens Risom, Alma Desk Company
Located in New York, NY
Pair of midcentury architectural design armchairs by ALMA. Chic two-tone upholstery color way having medium brown vinyl and light tan fabric elements. Suitable for use as side, accen...
Walnut
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H 29.25 in W 78 in D 38 in
MCM Alma Castilian Series Walnut Credenza & Executive Desk Leather Work Surface
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Topeka, KS
This Castilian Series executive desk & credenza by Alma Desk Company bears ALL of that & more!!
Leather, Walnut
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H 28.75 in W 77.75 in D 21 in
Vintage 1960's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza from Castillion Line by Alma
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Lafayette, IN
Stunning Mid-Century Modern credenza made in Highpoint, North Carolina by the Alma Desk Company. Part of Alma’s “Castilian” line.
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Alma Castilian Walnut Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern walnut and mahogany executive desk. American made by Alma, from their “Castilian” collection.
Walnut
Alma Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma mid century rosewood and leather executive desk This desk measures: 77 wide x 38 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be had...
Chrome
Alma Style Mid Century Leather and Chrome Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alma Style Mid Century Leather and Chrome Executive Desk This desk measures: 72 wide x 38.5 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 26 inches We take our photos in a controlled...
Chrome
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H 29.5 in W 76 in D 40 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Executive Desk & Credenza by Myrtle Desk Co.
By Myrtle Desk Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
you need look no further. Myrtle Desk and Alma Desk are intriguingly intertwined.
Brass
Midcentury Walnut Credenza by The Alma Furniture Company
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
The piece has a higher profile which is hard to find in a midcentury credenza, very well constructed designed by the Alma Furniture and Desk company, High Point NC.
Walnut
Vintage Walnut Armchairs by Alma, Set of 2
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Denver, CO
Set of two petite, vintage armchairs in the original caramel toned faux leather. This set is an original pair, sourced together. Excellent upholstered frame construction with solid...
Upholstery, Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Floating Walnut Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Alma furniture floating walnut desk Super rare floating desk with finished back.
Walnut
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H 21.75 in W 20 in D 32 in
2 MCM Founders Furn Side Tables Black Brass Sabots Coronado Group Luther Draper
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
He also designed fabulous furniture including the “India Teakwood” collection for White Furniture Company and the well-known “Boomerang Desk” for Alma, which was recognized for its p...
Brass
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H 31 in W 62 in D 78 in
American Modern Walnut & Mahogany Executive Desk with Return, Alma Desk Company
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Hollywood, FL
The rectangular top and return with dark walnut banding and central mahogany top, above a woven frontal area and round tapering legs with brass caps, the interior side with one penci...
Mid-Century Modern L-Shape Executive Desk
By Alma Desk Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary Mid-Century Modern 1960s desk crafted out of walnut wood professionally restored and finished by our craftsmen in the house. This piece has been newly stained in a p...
Metal, Zinc, Bronze
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 59 in D 75 in
Mid century Danish Modern Full teak Platform bed headboad with storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid century Danish Modern Teak Platform Full Size Bed. Beautiful Platform bed that sits on a platform base with footboard. It has (2) top teak sliding doors in the headboard...
Birch, Teak
$4,500 / item
H 36 in Dm 32.5 in
Glossy Cream Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to three tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut o...
Brass
Office Chair, International Style Wooden Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom spends long hours in the office...
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influentia...
Linen
$2,399Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 66 in D 36 in
Rare 1950s Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Inspired Walnut Rounded Top Desk
Located in Lafayette, IN
Stunning 1950s desk by the Shelbyville Desk Company of Indiana. Desk features a 66" rounded-end top, walnut veneer and wonderful Art Deco hardware. This desk is very similar to the "...
Walnut
$6,169
H 9.06 in W 82.68 in D 21.66 in
Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted wood and brass desk model E22 by Tecno Italy, 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A wall-mounted desk in wood, metal, and brass, part of the E22 series, produced by Tecno, designed by Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s A wall-mounted piece of furniture, free from floor suppo...
Metal, Brass
$2,450
H 30 in W 78.75 in D 39.375 in
Mid-Century Executive Desk by Friso Kramer & Coen de Vries, 1950s
By EEKA, Coen de Vries, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of Dutch mid-century modern design, this executive desk was designed by Friso Kramer and Coen de Vries for EEKA (Eindhovense Eisen- en Kantoorartikelenfabriek) in ...
Steel
$2,600Sale Price|28% Off
H 28.75 in W 67.72 in D 33.86 in
1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk - Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bern, BE
1960’s Ejgil Petersen EP401 Executive Writing Desk. Lockable drawers with original key. Three pull out drawers located on the seating side. Three book / decor shelves on the open sid...
Steel
$16,400
H 78.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...
Glass, Walnut
Dark Walnut Executive Desk by Monteverdi Young
By Monteverdi-Young
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular 1970’s Dark walnut with black lacquer outline executive desk by Monteverdi-Young. Custom ordered by renowned interior designer Gary Jon In beautiful vintage condition. ...
Walnut
$5,876
H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 34.85 in
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wooden Desk Designed by Arne Vodder Boomerang
By Arne Vodder
Located in Ibiza, Spain
The Boomerang desk, designed by Arne Vodder in Denmark during the 1960s, showcases a solid teak wood structure adorned with brass details on the legs. This iconic piece features thre...
Brass
$103,264 / item
H 29.53 in W 118.12 in D 51.19 in
Rainbow Table in Mainneville (Standard Size) by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The signature Rainbow dining table is made with multi-colored ceramic marquetry handmade by the craftswoman Fabienne L’Hostis. The enameled ceramic tiles are made implementing the Ja...
Enamel
Cees Braakman Teak Double Pedestal Desk for Pastoe, 1960s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by Pastoe in the 1960s, this Cees Braakman desk features a floating teak top that extends beyond the drawer pedestals on both sides, creating a clean horizontal profile. Two...
Metal, Aluminum
Ion Writing Desk Designed by Chi Wing Lo
By Chi Wing Lo, Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Boston, MA
This writing desk in walnut Canaletto wood and saddle leather harks back to the lightness and elegance of an Ionic column. A versatile and practical product which has been designed ...
Leather, Walnut
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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