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Toyo Japan Black Sculptural Ceramic Vase, Vessel Asian Mid-Century Modern
By Toyo
Located in Miami, FL
Asian Mid-Century Modern stunning sculptural vase in glazed black ceramic. Original mark at the
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Asian Midcentury Mahogany Side Tables with Scrolling Fretwork Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Asian mahogany side tables from the mid-20th century with scrolling fretwork motifs
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Intricate Hand Carved, Vintage Asian Mid-Century Wooden Scalloped Printing Block
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Splendidly intricately hand carved large wooden heavyweight printing block from Asia Traditionally
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Mid-20th Century Indian Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Karl Springer attributed linen grasscloth covered coffee table Asian mid century
By Karl Springer
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Karl Springer coffee table Heavy well made Asian style tables
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency End Tables

Materials

Grasscloth

Pair of Asian Mid Century Octagonal Wooden Occasional End Side Tables
Located in West Hartford, CT
Pair of matching mid century Chinoiserie style octagonal tables with bottom shelving as well and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Asian Mid-Century Modern Persian Carpet in Beige Red Black Fabric, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-Century Modern Persian carpet in beige red black fabric, 1950s Rectangular persian carpet in
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Vintage 1950s Asian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs

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Fabric

Intricately Hand Carved, Vintage Asian Midcentury Heavy Wooden Square Printing
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Splendid intricately hand carved large heavyweight wooden square printing block from Asia
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Mid-20th Century Indian Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Asian Mid-Century Bronze Table Lamps with Openwork Decor and LuciteBases
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Asian bronze table lamps from the mid-20th century, with openwork décor, single lights
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Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Original Vintage Travel Poster Fly By Aeroflot Europe Asia Midcentury Modern Art
Located in London, GB
- featuring a mid-century design depicting planes flying by stylised images of the historic Moscow Kremlin
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Vintage 1960s Russian Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Pair of Asian MidCentury Us-Wired Table Lamps with Carved Openwork Floral Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage Asian carved table lamps from the mid 20th century with pierced openwork foliage
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Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Asian Midcentury Bronze Urn-Shaped Table Lamps with Rooster and Meander
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Asian bronze urn-shaped table lamps from the mid 20th century, with brown and black
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Mid-20th Century Asian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

American Mid-Century Mastercraft Asian Modern Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A exceptional Mastercraft Asian Mid-Century Modern brass chest. Wonderful solid brass hardware
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Ebonized Mahogany Cane Top Asian Influence Console Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oriental Asian midcentury style carved base high quality craftsmanship console table with caned top.
Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 Solid Rosewood High Quality Chinese Asian Dining Room Chairs
By James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 8 Asian Mid-Century Modern decor fit dining chairs in solid rosewood. Rock-hard study and
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20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Asian Style Dark Brown Henredon Dining Side Chairs
By Henredon
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of four Asian Mid-Century Modern dining side chairs by Henredon. Mahogany frames refinished in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Asian Carved Wooden Lamp, circa 1940
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
vegetation. Asia, Mid-Century, circa 1940. Chinoiserie / Chinese Export. In excellent condition
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Vintage 1940s Asian Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Asian Gentleman's Tall Chest on Chest by Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Asian Gentleman's Tall Chest on Chest by Heritage Offered is an excellent
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

James Mont Designs Asian Giltwood Panel
By James Mont
Located in Hanover, MA
James Mont Asian mid-century modern carved giltwood fretwork wall panel with central circular
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Giltwood

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 37.41 in W 18.12 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 39.77 in W 16.15 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 42.52 in W 18.51 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 39.77 in W 15.36 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 38.98 in W 16.15 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 41.54 in W 18.51 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 43.31 in W 19.69 in D 0.02 in
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This textile is a “Suzani” from Central Asian nomadic peoples primarily from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
Central Asian Embroidered Textile, “Suzani”, Mid 20th Century
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H 39.38 in W 18.12 in D 0.02 in
Mid Century Asian Carved Rosewood Plant Stand
Located in Lomita, CA
a wonderful patina on this plant stand from the mid to late 20th century. The shape and design of
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Furniture

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Asian Pagoda Style Bamboo China Hutch
Located in Fort Washington, MD
design reflects Asian architectural influences, evident in the pagoda-like structure and the use of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Furniture

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Bamboo

Central Asian Suzani Rug, Mid-19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Central Asian Suzani Rug, Mid-19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'2" W x 7'3" L
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Antique Mid-19th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Asian Laquered Box with Lid Hand Painted Unicorn, Mid 20th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
gilded, made in Asia, possibly Japan during the mid 20th Century. This rectangular shaped papier mâché
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Mid-20th Century East Asian Folk Art Lacquer

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Paper

Vintage Asian Celadon Glazed Vase, Bamboo Form, Unsigned, Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage Asian porcelain vase with celadon glaze - bamboo form - unsigned - mid 20th century
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Mid-20th Century Asian Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Pair of Thai Naga Sculptures on Lucite Bases, circa 1880
Located in San Diego, CA
, Mid-Century Modern, bohemian. It is safe to say they would be exceptional in other contemporary or
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Antique 19th Century Thai International Style Antiquities

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Wood

Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Central Asian Turkoman Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage tribal Central Asian Turkoman accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Tribal Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Handmade Central Asian Turkoman Small Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Central Asian Turkoman small throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Tribal Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Asian Embroidery on Silk - Custom Frame - Unsigned - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
glass - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - textile not viewed outside the frame - some
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Mid-20th Century Asian Chinese Export Textiles

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Silk, Velvet, Thread, Giltwood

Mid-20th Century Handwoven Asian Wool Kilim Carpet
By Kiran
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-20th Century Handwoven Asian Wool Kilim Carpet This handwoven Kilim is made of durable, but
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kilim Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Beshir Rug, Central Asia
Located in London, GB
deep reds and dark blues. This striking mid-20th Century example has a unique, creative drawing with
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Mid-20th Century Turkmen Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tribal Mid-20th Century Handmade Central Asian Turkoman Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Central Asian tribal Turkoman room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Central Asian Tribal Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Asian Chinese Mid-20th Century Carved Serpentine Stone Horse Sculpture Figurine
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Dating from the mid-20th century, this well executed serpentine stone carving depicts a rearing
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Serpentine

Vintage Asian Fabric & Paper Ancestor Portrait - China - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
background - hand painted face and details - original yew wood frame and glass - China - mid 20th century
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Textiles

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Fabric, Silk, Wood

Fine Carved Asian Mixed Wood Center Table or Sculpture Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine Asian Stand in a tightly grained Elm like hardwood with inset Burl Wood Centerpiece. The table
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Mid-20th Century Asian Qing Furniture

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Hardwood

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #1 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #2 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #3 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #5 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #10 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #6 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Chinese Export Style Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Asian Figures - 2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of Italian glazed ceramic Asian male and female figures. They are hand painted and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #8 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #9 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - minor tarnishing
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #11 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - dents to the edges - minor polish residue
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #7 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue - dark paint flecks
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #12 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - dents to the edges - minor polish residue
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Vintage South Asian Brass Plate - Hand Hammered - #4 - India - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
- mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - old dents to the rim (as photographed
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

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Brass

Mid-20th Century Handwoven, Wool, Beautiful Caucasian Asian Kilim
By Kiran
Located in Berlin, DE
This handwoven Kilim comes from the Caucasus and is made of durable, but soft, textured wool. The ornaments in the middle are surrounded by strong symbols in red shades, which resemb...
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Colorful Suzani from Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Mid-20th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
It has fine silk embroidery on a cotton background.    
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Mid-20th Century Uzbek Suzani Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Asian Painted and Gilt Grain Barrel
Located in Greenwich, CT
Asian painted and gilt grain barrel. Painted with landscape scene on barrel and with foo lion on
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Furniture

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Wood

Large Pair of Bronze Lionized Shih Tzus Foo Dogs 20th Century Asian Sculptures
Located in Atlanta, GA
Asian bronze sculptures. These sculptures serve a higher purpose as well, from the Love To Know website
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Mid-20th Century Asian Metalwork

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Bronze

Mid-End 20th Century Handwoven Woolen Traditional Asian Kilim Carpet
By Kiran
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-end 20th century handwoven woolen Traditional Asian Kilim carpet This Kilim was made in
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Vintage 1970s Turkish Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

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Asian Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Asian mid century available at 1stDibs. Each Asian mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and metal. If you’re shopping for an Asian mid century, we have 5246 options in-stock, while there are 72 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Asian mid century, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right Asian mid century, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one Asian mid century that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Rajhastani and Michael Taylor produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is an Asian Mid Century?

The average selling price for an Asian mid century at 1stDibs is $1,584, while they’re typically $30 on the low end and $375,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Asian Mid Century
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.