Skip to main content

Arthur Umanoff For Howard Miller

1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock
1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock

1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock

$1,200

H 20.5 in W 11.75 in D 2.75 in

1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock

By Arthur Umanoff, Herman Miller

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller 1970s wall clock, model #588.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Stationmaster 611 Oak Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Vintage Stationmaster 611 Oak Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Vintage Stationmaster 611 Oak Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A perfectly designed mid-century modern wall clock by Arthur Umanoff for powerhouse clock maker Howard Miller.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Arthur Umanoff  “Meridian” Clock for Howard Miller
Vintage Arthur Umanoff  “Meridian” Clock for Howard Miller

Vintage Arthur Umanoff “Meridian” Clock for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage pendulum wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller. The “Meridian” clock features aspects of Danish Modern design with a walnut wood case with a rare orange bac...

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid Century Walnut Arthur Umanoff Meridian Pendulum Wall Clock for Howard Miller
Mid Century Walnut Arthur Umanoff Meridian Pendulum Wall Clock for Howard Miller

Mid Century Walnut Arthur Umanoff Meridian Pendulum Wall Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage Meridian wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller in walnut, circa 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Rosewood Square Desk Clock for Howard Miller
Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Rosewood Square Desk Clock for Howard Miller

Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Rosewood Square Desk Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Troy, MI

Arthur Umanoff model 645 alarm clock for Howard Miller circa late 1960s Rosewood case with aluminum dial on a black background Plug in electric movement with black hour and minute ha...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Umanoff Side Table, H45 - Solid Walnut / Brass - by Arthur Umanoff for Audo
Umanoff Side Table, H45 - Solid Walnut / Brass - by Arthur Umanoff for Audo

Umanoff Side Table, H45 - Solid Walnut / Brass - by Arthur Umanoff for Audo

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Dubai, AE

He also designed clocks for Howard Miller. Arthur Umanoff believed that design should not only be beautifully constructed and functional, but that it should also be attainable.

Category

2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Howard Miller Desk Clock by Design Office of George Nelson
Howard Miller Desk Clock by Design Office of George Nelson

Howard Miller Desk Clock by Design Office of George Nelson

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Arthur Umanoff for The Design Office of George Nelson for Howard Miller Rosewood Desk or Table Clock.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Arthur Umanoff Bar Height Swivel Stools
Arthur Umanoff Bar Height Swivel Stools

Arthur Umanoff Bar Height Swivel Stools

$1,850

H 35 in W 18.5 in D 17.5 in

Arthur Umanoff Bar Height Swivel Stools

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Los Angeles, CA

He also designed clocks for Howard Miller.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Cut Steel

Umanoff Side Table, H60 - Solid Walnut / Brass - by Arthur Umanoff for Audo
Umanoff Side Table, H60 - Solid Walnut / Brass - by Arthur Umanoff for Audo

Umanoff Side Table, H60 - Solid Walnut / Brass - by Arthur Umanoff for Audo

By Arthur Umanoff, Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

He also designed clocks for Howard Miller. Arthur Umanoff believed that design should not only be beautifully constructed and functional, but that it should also be attainable.

Category

2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

A Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Rattan Basket Chairs in the manner of Arthur Umanoff
A Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Rattan Basket Chairs in the manner of Arthur Umanoff

A Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Rattan Basket Chairs in the manner of Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

He also crafted elegant clocks for Howard Miller, further showcasing his versatility as a designer.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Larger Walnut Oval Magazine Rack Attribute to Arthur Umanoff for Washington Wood
Larger Walnut Oval Magazine Rack Attribute to Arthur Umanoff for Washington Wood

Larger Walnut Oval Magazine Rack Attribute to Arthur Umanoff for Washington Wood

By Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft

Located in Topeka, KS

This magazine rack is one of Umanoff’s more recognized pieces and would be a good way to start your Arthur Umanoff collection.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Walnut

Set of 2 Umanoff Side Tables 45&60 Solid Walnut/Brass-by Arthur Umanoff for Audo
Set of 2 Umanoff Side Tables 45&60 Solid Walnut/Brass-by Arthur Umanoff for Audo

Set of 2 Umanoff Side Tables 45&60 Solid Walnut/Brass-by Arthur Umanoff for Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

He also designed clocks for Howard Miller. Arthur Umanoff believed that design should not only be beautifully constructed and functional, but that it should also be attainable.

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Recent Sales

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Mirror
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Mirror

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Mirror

Unavailable

H 44.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Mirror

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Nicely detailed walnut mirror with shelf and drawer designed by Arthur Umanoff and manufactured by Howard Miller from the Meridian Mirror Division.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Lucite Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
Lucite Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller

Lucite Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

These are sometimes attributed to Arthur Umanoff, but we cannot confirm that attribution.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Walnut framed mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Walnut Framed Mirror by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Category

Vintage 1960s American Wall Mirrors

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Clock

Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Clock

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson

Located in Houston, TX

Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock. Attributed to George Nelson.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Rare Rattan Wall Clock Designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Rare Rattan Wall Clock Designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Rare Rattan Wall Clock Designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, great original vintage condition battery-operated, retains its labels.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Rattan

Striking Grandmother Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Striking Grandmother Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Striking Grandmother Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Striking grandmother clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller circa mid 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Lucite Wall Clock with Chimes
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Lucite Wall Clock with Chimes

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Lucite Wall Clock with Chimes

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Astoria, NY

Mid-Century Modern wall clock created by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller in the United States.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Mirror
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Mirror

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Mirror

Sold

H 46.5 in W 20 in D 2.75 in

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Mirror

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Oakland, CA

Beautifully made by the Howard Miller Clock Company a division of the Herman Miller, whom George Nelson was lead designer at the time along with the Eameses.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Paint

1970s Rattan Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
1970s Rattan Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

1970s Rattan Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A perfectly designed mid-century modern wall clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson Associates for the powerhouse clock maker Howard Miller, likely from the 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Rattan, Wood

1960s Rosewood Desk Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
1960s Rosewood Desk Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

1960s Rosewood Desk Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A circular encasement of oiled rosewood encompassing a satin aluminum dial set on a cruciform form pedestal base of polished chrome.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Howard Miller Rosewood Chrome Wall Clock
Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Howard Miller Rosewood Chrome Wall Clock

Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Howard Miller Rosewood Chrome Wall Clock

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a warm and chic, round wall clock, made of chrome and with a rosewood face, by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, circa 1960s. In excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s
Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s

Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Troy, MI

Mid Century modern "Swing Timer" wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller USA circa 1970s Model 622-569 with large roman numeral markers and orange hands White inject...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic

Howard Miller Grandmother Clock
Howard Miller Grandmother Clock

Howard Miller Grandmother Clock

Sold

H 56 in W 13 in D 9 in

Howard Miller Grandmother Clock

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller grandmother clock circa early 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller
Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller

Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller

Sold

H 44.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Arthur Umanoff / George Nelson Manufacturer: Howard Miller Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 44.5?

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Walnut

Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller
Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller

Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller

Sold

H 44.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

Arthur Umanoff Wall Mirror for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Arthur Umanoff / George Nelson Manufacturer: Howard Miller Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 44.5 H x 20.5 W x 8 D Mat...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Pendulum Clock for Howard Miller in Walnut Caze
Vintage Arthur Umanoff Pendulum Clock for Howard Miller in Walnut Caze

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Pendulum Clock for Howard Miller in Walnut Caze

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare vintage Arthur Umanoff pendulum clock for Howard Miller, in walnut caze nice design, with brass accents and Roman Numerals.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Rosewood Desk Clock by Howard Miller
Rosewood Desk Clock by Howard Miller

Rosewood Desk Clock by Howard Miller

Sold

H 5.5 in W 4 in D 3.5 in

Rosewood Desk Clock by Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in South Charleston, WV

Arthur Umanoff (1923-1985) for George Nelson Associates desk clock Howard Miller Clock Co., Zeeland, Michigan, 1960s, walnut, steel, Howard Miller label on back Measures: 4" W x 3 1...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Howard Miller
Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Howard Miller

Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A lovely mid-century wall clock with brushed silver face, gold tone numbers, black and red hands, and a walnut case. Likely designed by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson Associates fo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Swing Timer 923 Wall Clock by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller
Vintage Swing Timer 923 Wall Clock by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller

Vintage Swing Timer 923 Wall Clock by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A fantastic and rare Mid-Century Modern wall clock (model 923 from the Swing Timer collection) designed by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

1960s Black Mirrored Wall Clock by Howard Miller
1960s Black Mirrored Wall Clock by Howard Miller

1960s Black Mirrored Wall Clock by Howard Miller

By Howard Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A fantastic and rare mid-century modern wall clock by American clock manufacturer Howard Miller. Not marked but very similar to the designs Arthur Umanoff and George Nelson did for ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic

Rocking Chair in Walnut, Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft, USA, c. 1960's
Rocking Chair in Walnut, Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft, USA, c. 1960's

Rocking Chair in Walnut, Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft, USA, c. 1960's

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Deland, FL

He also designed clocks for Howard Miller. Arthur Umanoff believed that design should not only be beautifully constructed and functional, but that it should also be attainable.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Howard Miller Quinten Model 611-216 Chrome & Espresso Floor Grandfather Clock
Howard Miller Quinten Model 611-216 Chrome & Espresso Floor Grandfather Clock

Howard Miller Quinten Model 611-216 Chrome & Espresso Floor Grandfather Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in Topeka, KS

It is a fabulous, functioning timepiece, with an elegance only Howard Miller can create. Howard Miller was founded in 1926 and is still family owned in it’s third generation.

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Chrome

MCM Black Vinyl Rolling Desk Chair Wood Arms by Arthur Umanoff for Madison #2635
MCM Black Vinyl Rolling Desk Chair Wood Arms by Arthur Umanoff for Madison #2635

MCM Black Vinyl Rolling Desk Chair Wood Arms by Arthur Umanoff for Madison #2635

By Arthur Umanoff, Madison Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Some of the companies he designed for include Shaver Howard, Washington Woodcraft, Howard Miller, Contemporary Shells, Cavalier Corporation, and Arleigh to name just a few.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

4 Tulip Style White Swivel Barstools by Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary Shells
4 Tulip Style White Swivel Barstools by Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary Shells

4 Tulip Style White Swivel Barstools by Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary Shells

By Eero Saarinen, Contemporary Shells Inc. 1, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Topeka, KS

Some of the companies he designed for include Shaver Howard, Washington Woodcraft, Howard Miller, Contemporary Shells, and Arleigh to name just a few.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Lucite Wall Clock
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Lucite Wall Clock

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Lucite Wall Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in New York, NY

1970s Lucite and brass eight day clock, designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Clock
Rare Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Clock

Rare Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Wall Clock

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a rare and very graphic wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller during the reign of George Nelson.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Meridian Clock
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Meridian Clock

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Meridian Clock

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful rosewood wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for the Howard Miller Company in the early 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Stationmaster #611 Round Natural Oak Wall Clock Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Stationmaster #611 Round Natural Oak Wall Clock Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Stationmaster #611 Round Natural Oak Wall Clock Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Topeka, KS

And we are here to help you set, keep, or turn back time in Arthur Umanoff and Howard Miller Style!!! Look at this AWESOME modern vintage Stationmaster #611 round natural oak wall cl...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Desk Clock
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Desk Clock

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Desk Clock

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Oakland, CA

These clocks were part of his time designing for Howard Miller in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Clock
Rare Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Clock

Rare Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Wall Clock

By Arthur Umanoff, Herman Miller

Located in Toronto, Ontario

George Nelson and Associates designed numerous clocks for Howard Miller in the 1940 through to the 1970's. This example by Nelson associate Arthur Umanoff.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Wall Clocks

Materials

Walnut

Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in South Charleston, WV

Clock by Howard Miller with design by Arthur Umanoff. A heavy grandfather style wall hanging clock produced of solid oak and is operated by a key.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks

Materials

Oak

Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a solid oak circa 1975 Howard Miller mechanical pendulum wall clock. It is a model 612, has an 8-day winder and keeps excellent time. The case is a beautiful, heavy gleaming ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Brass and Lucite Wall Clock
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Brass and Lucite Wall Clock

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Brass and Lucite Wall Clock

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Hanover, MA

Howard Miller model 622-683 eight day wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff circa 1970 featuring a visible high-precision German-made Kieninger cable driven movement made from highly...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Walnut Framed Mirror by George Nelson/ Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Walnut Framed Mirror by George Nelson/ Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Walnut Framed Mirror by George Nelson/ Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Highland, IN

This substantial mirror has a frame of walnut with a terrific carved pattern. Designed by Arthur Umanoff while working in the George Nelson office, these were offered in other sizes ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Framed Hexagonal mirror by George Nelson/Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Framed Hexagonal mirror by George Nelson/Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Framed Hexagonal mirror by George Nelson/Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Simple and timeless. Designed by Arthur Umanoff while working in the George Nelson office for Howard Miller.    

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Pendulum Clock for Howard Miller
Vintage Arthur Umanoff Pendulum Clock for Howard Miller

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Pendulum Clock for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage pendulum wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller. This piece features a walnut case with rare orange backing and is in good working condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid Century Modern Howard Miller Walnut Clock by Arthur Umanoff
Mid Century Modern Howard Miller Walnut Clock by Arthur Umanoff

Mid Century Modern Howard Miller Walnut Clock by Arthur Umanoff

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage wall hanging case clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller model no. 585 in walnut, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Walnut

Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s
Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s

Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Troy, MI

Mid Century modern "Swing Timer" wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller USA circa 1970s Model 622-569 with large roman numeral markers and orange hands White inject...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic

Mid-Century Modern Umanoff for Howard Miller Hexagonal Meridian Wall Clock 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Umanoff for Howard Miller Hexagonal Meridian Wall Clock 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Umanoff for Howard Miller Hexagonal Meridian Wall Clock 1970s

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a marvelous, hexagonal, "Meridian," wall clock, made of solid walnut and with a black backing, by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, circa 1970s. In excellen...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Walnut

Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock for Howard Miller
Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock for Howard Miller

Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock for Howard Miller

Sold

H 36 in W 17 in D 4.25 in

Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in San Mateo, CA

Howard Miller pendulum wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Petite Arthur Umanoff Desk Clock for Howard Miller
Petite Arthur Umanoff Desk Clock for Howard Miller

Petite Arthur Umanoff Desk Clock for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Oakland, CA

Petite desk clock by industrial designer Arthur Umanoff for the Howard Miller clock company.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modernist Arthur Umanoff Howard Miller Rosewood Cylinder Flip Clock
Mid Century Modernist Arthur Umanoff Howard Miller Rosewood Cylinder Flip Clock

Mid Century Modernist Arthur Umanoff Howard Miller Rosewood Cylinder Flip Clock

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Troy, MI

Rare Arthur Umanoff model 4620 desk clock for Howard Miller circa 1960s Rosewood and acrylic cylinder case with exposed movement and flip numbers Original label intact Please note m...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Acrylic, Rosewood

Handsome Walnut Howard Miller Mirror--George Nelson and Arthur Umanoff
Handsome Walnut Howard Miller Mirror--George Nelson and Arthur Umanoff

Handsome Walnut Howard Miller Mirror--George Nelson and Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Similar examples are often attributed to Arthur Umanoff, who designed many clocks and other mirrors--usually in walnut--for Howard Miller.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Howard Miller Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock in Fashionable Sapphire
Howard Miller Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock in Fashionable Sapphire

Howard Miller Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock in Fashionable Sapphire

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Great wall clock design with a fine wood casing and an original backboard in what is right now a trending color of sapphire. Uncertain to whether Arthur Umanoff or George Nelson Desi...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Montage of Three Vintage Wall Clocks by Howard Miller
Montage of Three Vintage Wall Clocks by Howard Miller

Montage of Three Vintage Wall Clocks by Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in South Charleston, WV

Presented here is a set of three clocks by Howard Miller with designs by Arthur Umanoff and others.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Arthur Umanoff Serving / Bar Cart
Arthur Umanoff Serving / Bar Cart

Arthur Umanoff Serving / Bar Cart

Sold

H 33.25 in W 18 in D 39.5 in

Arthur Umanoff Serving / Bar Cart

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Oakland, CA

The cart has three drawers for the storage of objects related to bar service and three portals for wine bottles, in addition, there is a bottom storage area, middle and top tray stor...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Arthur Umanoff Counter Height Swivel Stools
Arthur Umanoff Counter Height Swivel Stools

Arthur Umanoff Counter Height Swivel Stools

Sold

H 35 in W 18.5 in D 17.5 in

Arthur Umanoff Counter Height Swivel Stools

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Los Angeles, CA

He also designed clocks for Howard Miller.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Cut Steel

MCM Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group Rolling Server Bar Cart Walnut
MCM Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group Rolling Server Bar Cart Walnut

MCM Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group Rolling Server Bar Cart Walnut

By Cavalier, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Topeka, KS

Some of the companies he designed for include Shaver Howard, Washington Woodcraft, Howard Miller, Contemporary Shells, Cavalier Corporation, and Arleigh to name just a few.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

MCM Walnut & Chrome Cube Clock Lamp by V. H. Woolums Style Howard Miller Clocks
MCM Walnut & Chrome Cube Clock Lamp by V. H. Woolums Style Howard Miller Clocks

MCM Walnut & Chrome Cube Clock Lamp by V. H. Woolums Style Howard Miller Clocks

By Howard Miller

Located in Topeka, KS

It reminds us of similar styles by George Nelson and Arthur Umanoff who designed for Howard Miller Clocks, it’s just incredible!

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

4 Tulip Style White Fiberglass Swivel Armchairs, Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary
4 Tulip Style White Fiberglass Swivel Armchairs, Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary

4 Tulip Style White Fiberglass Swivel Armchairs, Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary

By Arthur Umanoff, Eero Saarinen, Knoll, Contemporary Shells Inc. 1

Located in Topeka, KS

Some of the companies he designed for include Shaver Howard, Washington Woodcraft, Howard Miller, Contemporary Shells, and Arleigh to name just a few.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Tulip Style White Fiberglass Swivel Chairs and Table by Umanoff for Contemporary
Tulip Style White Fiberglass Swivel Chairs and Table by Umanoff for Contemporary

Tulip Style White Fiberglass Swivel Chairs and Table by Umanoff for Contemporary

By Contemporary Shells Inc. 1, Eero Saarinen, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Topeka, KS

Some of the companies he designed for include Shaver Howard, Washington Woodcraft, Howard Miller, Contemporary Shells, and Arleigh to name just a few.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Rosewood 'Meridian' Wall Clock, circa 1970
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Rosewood 'Meridian' Wall Clock, circa 1970

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Rosewood 'Meridian' Wall Clock, circa 1970

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller rosewood 'Meridian' wall clock, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Table Clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates
Table Clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates

Table Clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates

By George Nelson

Located in Hudson, NY

Desk clock with rosewood case and Lucite face on steel cross base. Made by Howard Miller Clock Co.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Clocks

Walnut Wall Clock Model 553 by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, ca. 1970
Walnut Wall Clock Model 553 by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, ca. 1970

Walnut Wall Clock Model 553 by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, ca. 1970

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Walnut Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, ca. 1970. Meridian Clocks design line.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Walnut

1960s Table Clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates
1960s Table Clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates

1960s Table Clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s walnut and brass table clock by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson and Associates. Produced by Howard Miller.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Walnut Magazine Side Table circa 1960s by Arthur Umanoff
Midcentury Walnut Magazine Side Table circa 1960s by Arthur Umanoff

Midcentury Walnut Magazine Side Table circa 1960s by Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Plymouth, MA

Also in the 1960s, Umanoff designed furniture for Madison Furniture Industries and designed clocks for the Howard Miller Clock Company.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

People Also Browsed

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock
Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Electric Wall Clock,, Amazing colors,, wonderful patina,, retains original Howard Miller label,, Tested and...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Pendulum clock, Italy, 1970
Pendulum clock, Italy, 1970

Pendulum clock, Italy, 1970

$3,167Sale Price|30% Off

H 70.08 in Dm 10.63 in

Pendulum clock, Italy, 1970

Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna

Pendulum clock built in the 1970s. The story of this item is rather peculiar: Some time ago a kind-looking elderly gentleman came into our store and asked if he could look at our mer...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Steel

White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

$830 / item

H 36.62 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in

White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

By MARCANTONIO

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) A multipurpose turtle: its carapace acts as a support for a series of accessories. Onc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Floor Clock Howard Miller Olivewood Case
Mid-Century Modern Floor Clock Howard Miller Olivewood Case

Mid-Century Modern Floor Clock Howard Miller Olivewood Case

$1,700Sale Price|38% Off

H 68 in W 16 in D 9 in

Mid-Century Modern Floor Clock Howard Miller Olivewood Case

By Howard Miller

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern olivewood case Howard Miller floor clock. Chrome base. Runs. Chimes need to be adjusted. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9" depth x 16" W x 68" H.

Category

20th Century North American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller Floor Clock
Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller Floor Clock

Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller Floor Clock

$2,400

H 64 in W 16 in D 10.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller Floor Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller floor clock. Black lacquer with half round chrome trim. Wood paneled front. Chimes need adjustment does not strike properly. Weighs have some dents. ...

Category

20th Century North American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Modern Grandfather Clock by Howard Miller
Modern Grandfather Clock by Howard Miller

Modern Grandfather Clock by Howard Miller

$3,800

H 56 in W 13 in D 2.5 in

Modern Grandfather Clock by Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Modern grandfather clock by Howard Miller, chrome and Lucite.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

Materials

Metal

Gorgeous Milo Baughman Style Olivewood and Chrome Howard Miller Tall Clock
Gorgeous Milo Baughman Style Olivewood and Chrome Howard Miller Tall Clock

Gorgeous Milo Baughman Style Olivewood and Chrome Howard Miller Tall Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wow is what you will say when you see this gorgeous mid-century modern tall clock by Howard Miller. Stunning olivewood and chrome adorn this modern tall grandfather clock. You will...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3
Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare postmodern brown and cream checkerboard table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. Slight signs of wear and light scratches. Clock has not ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock Model 557, Walnut & Aluminum, 1970s
Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock Model 557, Walnut & Aluminum, 1970s

Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock Model 557, Walnut & Aluminum, 1970s

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A sculptural marvel from the Meridian line, this Howard Miller Model 557 wall clock was designed by Arthur Umanoff in the 1970s. Its form—coffin-shaped and hand-crafted in warm walnu...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Standing Grandfather Tall Clock Étagère Shelving
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Standing Grandfather Tall Clock Étagère Shelving

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Standing Grandfather Tall Clock Étagère Shelving

Located in Wayne, NJ

Modern chrome standing open grandfather fall clock étagère. This modern clock has three shelves, two in glass and the bottom is black. It has an inner downlight to highlight the glas...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

Materials

Other

Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield
Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield

Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield

By Enfield Clock Company 1

Located in Norwich, GB

Art Deco oak cased longcase clock with arched top and mahogany moulding, serpentine shaped base standing on block feet and with glazed trunk door. Silvered dial with Arabic numerals...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Modern Walnut Designer Lucite Grandfather Clock with Chime MINT!
Mid Century Modern Walnut Designer Lucite Grandfather Clock with Chime MINT!

Mid Century Modern Walnut Designer Lucite Grandfather Clock with Chime MINT!

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid Century Modern Walnut Designer Lucite Grandfather Clock with Chime MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

Materials

Lucite, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller
Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller

Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller

By Howard Miller

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage Pendulum Wall Clock manufactured by Howard Miller, circa 1970's. This stand out piece features stunning zebra wood grains and a polished chrome pendulum. Keeps time with an 8...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Vintage Howard Miller Floor or Tall Table Clock Attributed to George Nelson
Vintage Howard Miller Floor or Tall Table Clock Attributed to George Nelson

Vintage Howard Miller Floor or Tall Table Clock Attributed to George Nelson

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Scarce Vintage Howard Miller Floor or Tall Table Clock attributed to George Nelson. Model 609. Chrome tulip base, thin chrome stem and chrome spherical top.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1970s Howard Miller zebrawood and chrome wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff
1970s Howard Miller zebrawood and chrome wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff

1970s Howard Miller zebrawood and chrome wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Phoenix, AZ

1970s Howard Miller wall clock model 616 designed by Arthur Umanoff Associates. “Zebrawood” veneer (described as “Leriex rosewood veneer” in the 1975/1976 catalog), chrome frame and ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Handcrafted English Froxfield Clock, Black Oak, Floor Standing
Handcrafted English Froxfield Clock, Black Oak, Floor Standing

Handcrafted English Froxfield Clock, Black Oak, Floor Standing

Located in London, GB

The Froxfield clock in Black Oak. A unique limited edition floor clock created by Comitti designer Edmund Barker using selected timbers and contemporary styling. The design is inspir...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Grandfather Clocks and Long...

Materials

Steel

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Arthur Umanoff For Howard Miller", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Arthur Umanoff For Howard Miller For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the arthur umanoff for howard miller you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A arthur umanoff for howard miller — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect arthur umanoff for howard miller — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A arthur umanoff for howard miller is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Arthur Umanoff For Howard Miller?

Prices for a arthur umanoff for howard miller start at $650 and top out at $4,875 with the average selling for $1,500.

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

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.