$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Haeger 1950s Abstract Pink Pottery Mid Century Modern Atomic Table Lamp
By Haeger
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE! HAEGER ABSTRACT, ATOMIC AGE PINK POTTERY TABLE LAMP! VERY RARE! CLEAN DESIGN!
Metal
$217Sale Price|20% Off
1960's MID CENTURY MODERN ATOMIC SPACE AGE MAGAZINE NEWSPAPER RACK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Circa 1960's hand painted Atomic Magazine rack Please note the delivery fee listed is j...
Metal
Atomic Bardot by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Bardot by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, sex and ag...
Archival Pigment
Audrey Atomic by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Audrey Atomic by BATIK Pop Artwork of the iconic Audrey Hepburn during filming of Breakfast At Tiffany's. BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and wor...
Archival Pigment
Audrey Atomic by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Audrey Atomic by BATIK Pop Artwork of the iconic Audrey Hepburn during filming of Breakfast At Tiffany's. BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and wor...
Archival Pigment
Italian modern metal plastic Atomic chandelier Robert Trix Haussmann Swiss 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern metal and plastic Atomic chandelier by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Swiss Lamps International, 1970s.
Metal, Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Murano Chrome Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Insane vintage table lamp with beautiful blown spotted leopard white murano glass, mounted on chrome circular bases. Made in the 1970s. In almost excellent condition. Dimensions:...
Chrome
Vintage Pair of Mid Century Modern Atomic Decorative Candle Stick Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Toned Decorative Candle Stick Holder. Atomic Design. Circa 1960s- 1970s. Possibly Teak. The Inner Metal Piece is missing from one of the Holders as Shown. Vintage Condition Co...
Wood
Atomic Blonde Turquoise by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Blonde Turquoise by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, ...
Archival Pigment
Atomic Bardot Yellow by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Bardot Yellow by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, se...
Archival Pigment
Atomic Blonde Pink by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Blonde Pink by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, sex ...
Archival Pigment
Modern Steel plastic Chandelier Atomic by Haussmann for Swiss Lamps, 1970s
By Swiss Lamps International, Robert and Trix Haussmann
Located in MIlano, IT
Switzerland modern satin steel and white plastic details large vertical Chandelier Atomic by Haussmann for Swiss Lamps, 1970s Elegant and fantastic large chandelier from series Atomi...
Steel
Atomic Age Boomerang Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern nine drawer dresser in walnut wood grain and brass accent hardware. Beautifully sculpted wood base and matching boomerang handles. Dresser body seems to float abov...
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Table Lamps in Chrome Atomic Style - A Pair
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Illuminate your space with a touch of Space Age glamour with this stunning pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern chrome table lamps. Defined by their bold "Atomic" silhouette and high-p...
Chrome
$2,495
Atomic Teak Bureau/Desk
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Pre-Restored Dimensions: 37.5” L x 18.5” D x 53.75” H (29.5” Desk Height) Description: A vintage teak desk/bureau with drawers. Freshly imported from Denmark. Price inc...
Teak
Swedish Modern Atomic Age Rare Candelabra by Gunnar Ander 1950's
By Gunnar Ander
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare chrome and brass metal candle holder circa 1950's designed by Gunnar Arden, excellent original condition.
Metal, Brass
Atomic Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Mantel Clock
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vintage 1950s Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Battery Operated Desk Mantle Clock Scotland Stunning, Very Rare, Vintage 50s, Pedestaled, Hand-Moulded bent w...
Metal
Large Chandelier, model "Atomic", Midcentury Modern, white plastic and aluminium
By Robert Haussmann, Trix Haussmann, Robert and Trix Haussmann, Swiss Lamps International, Trix and Robert Haussmann
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stylish large chandelier /ceiling lamp, model Atomic. In beautiful condition. Designed by Trix & Robert Haussmann, made for Swiss Lamps, 1960/70s. Base in aluminium and white plasti...
Aluminum
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Metal Wire Gold Magazine Rack Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Metal Wire Gold Magazine Rack Stand.
Metal
$3,904Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair! Raymor Mid Century Modern Atomic Pottery Table Lamps Aqua Copper Sputnik
By Raymor
Located in Peoria, AZ
Spectacularly Rare Pair Raymor Mid Century Modern Atomic Pottery & Metal Table Lamps Stunning Turquoise & Copper Hues!
Metal
$1,839Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
REMBRANDT MID CENTURY MODERN TABLE LAMP! ATOMIC AWESOME! DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT: 29" SHADE: 18" CIRCA 1953 WOW!
Metal, Enamel
Yota Wrist Watch Vintage Made in Japan Atomic Space Age Modern
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Made in Japan by Yota. Atomic Space Age Modern design. Missing the band.
Stainless Steel
$1,024Sale Price|20% Off
Glorious MId Century Danish Modern Atomic Fiberglass Shade Table Lamp 1950s
By Hansen Lighting Co., Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
Sweet! Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Tripod Table / Accent Lamp! Rare design!
Fiberglass, Wood
$1,200Sale Price|33% Off
Mid Century Modern Spartus Atomic Wall Clock! Hyper-Rare NOS Unused & Mint!
By Spartus Clocks
Located in Peoria, AZ
The perfect decorator touch to your Eichler Modern Home, Palm Springs Atomic Ranch or Case Study House!
Metal
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Modern Atomic Brass Rocket Table Lamp 1950s Sputnik Torpedo Shape
By General Lighting
Located in Peoria, AZ
Stunning! Mid Century Modern Brass Accented Rocket Ship Style Table Lamp!
Metal, Brass
Minty! Space Age Aluminum & Brass Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! 1950s Atomic
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
Superb! Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Aluminum and Brass Incredible Brushed Brass!
Metal, Brass
1960s Atomic wooden science sculpture
Located in London, Lambeth
Scientific model used for educartional purposes in science classes to represent molecules or Atomic Structures.These sculpture are considered decorative and collectible items .Cc 1960s
Beech
Atomic Age Ashtray on Foot
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare Atomic age ashtray on foot made of steel and brass accents, circa 1960.
Steel
$2,040Sale Price|20% Off
Glorious MId Century Modern Atomic Table Lamp. Mint Green Fiberglass Shade 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
1955 Porcelain & Fiberglass Mid Century Modern Atomic/Sputnik Table Lamp Original Fiberglass Shade Squiggle/Splatter Design Populuxe Styling!
Metal
Mid Century Modern Space Age Atomic Lucite Spaghetti Globe Table Lamp - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Space Age Atomic Lucite Spaghetti Globe Table Lamp - Pair Super cool pair of mid century modern space age atomic table lamps each with three lucite spaghetti shad...
Brass
Rare Atomic Age Magazine Rack
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this Rare Atomic Age Magazine Rack made in cedar wood and brass details, recently restored and the bronze pieces have been polished, circa 1950.
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Abstract Table Floor Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Abstract Table Floor Lamp This table/floor lamp has a swirling chrome design supporting 4 chrome sphere lights.
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Cobra Desk Lamp Greta Grossman Atomic Era 1950s
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Peoria, AZ
Original 1950 Greta Grossman Cobra Lamp Fiberglass Shade Rare Prototype or Pre-patent Competitor Here is an Incredible Greta Grossman style Cobra desk lamp! This lamp is believed t...
Metal, Brass
Atomic Blonde Turquoise by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Blonde Turquoise by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, ...
Archival Pigment
Atomic Bardot Yellow by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Bardot Yellow by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, se...
Archival Pigment
Atomic Blonde Pink by BATIK
By BATIK
Located in London, GB
Atomic Blonde Pink by BATIK BATIK is an increasingly collectable pop artist currently living and working in London. The artist is purposely elusive with their true identity, sex ...
Archival Pigment
Mid-Century Atomic Style Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This 1960s table lamp features the original fiberglass shade that is tiered. The lamp is black iron with an atomic "star" that sits under the shade. This is a fun addition to your de...
Iron
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Laminate & Wood Coffee Table Set - 3 pcs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Laminate & Wood Coffee Table Set - 3 pc Set.
Laminate, Wood
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Rug in Beige Brown Atomic Age Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in a unique blend of wool and silk, this 6 x 8 rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern rug collection—reimaging atomic age style patterns in the most luxurious qualit...
Wool, Silk, Yarn
Mid-Century Modern. Atomic Era spotlights in the style of Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Oscar Torlasco, Erik Tidstrand, Stilnovo, Pierre Jeanneret, Paavo Tynell
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Mid-Century Modern and Atomic Era spotlights in the style of Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s (set of six).
Aluminum, Brass
Mid century atomic coat stand, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Fabulous XL modernist multicolour atomic coat stand. This remarkable coat stand has 12 coloured wooden balls. Suitable for hats, coats, etc... It is a statement piece for your ha...
Metal
$1,125Sale Price|25% Off
Gio Ponti Style Murano Glass Canne Pitcher Vase Carafe Atomic Mid-Century Modern
By Gio Ponti, Venini
Located in Palm Beach, FL
With its dynamic, sculptural presence, this atomic age pitcher captures the futuristic spirit of the era, making it an iconic addition to any collection of Murano glass or Mid-Centur...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Atomic Mid-Century German Modern Brass Ceiling Lamp or Wall Sconce
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare ceiling or wall sconce was produced by the German manufacturer Cosack Leuchten during the 1960s. It is a true gem of post-war design. The lamp captivates with its dynamic, ...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Atomic Chrome and Glass Sputnik Style Chandelier
By Lightolier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage sixteen light chrome and white glass shade chandelier by Lightolier. Fixture features a chrome frame with trumpet form arms, round glass shades and great Sputnik form. Chande...
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Atomic Caged Table Lamp in Brass and Matte Black
By Tony Paul
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Elevate your interior with this striking Mid-Century Modern table lamp, featuring a sophisticated "atomic" architectural base.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Rug in Beige Brown Atomic Age Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in a unique blend of wool and silk, this 6 x 8 rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern rug collection—reimaging atomic age style patterns in the most luxurious qualit...
Wool, Silk, Yarn
Mid-Century Modern Samuel Marx Style Large Atomic 15-Arm Brass Chandelier
By Samuel Marx
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stunning and glamorous to the max 1950s Mid-Century Modern Atomic Chandelier in the style of Samuel Marx restored from top to bottom by the nationally renowned restoration experts at...
Brass
$1,700 / set
Atomic Age Boomerang End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern bedside tables with beautifully sculpted base and matching boomerang handles. Cabinet is floating on the wood base. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Ba
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Springer Chairs Offered is a pair of Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic orange Outdoor Metal Curved...
Metal
$5,850Sale Price / set|35% Off
Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
By Guido Gambone
Located in Peoria, AZ
PREPARE FOR THE LANDING! DANISH MODERN MID CENTURY UFO LAMPS GOLD FLECKS IN PLASTER!
Plaster, Wood
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Palm Springs Art Deco 50s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
This rare mid century icon will ship in two boxes for safe transport. A modern treasure for your NY penthouse, Palm Springs atomic ranch or West palm Beach estate!
Metal, Enamel
Atomic Brass Chandelier, Switzerland, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Atomic brass chandelier with nine-glass globes. The globes are hand blown and fitted with a screwing device. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and read...
Brass
$2,320Sale Price|48% Off
Mid Century Modern Up Light Table Lamp Atomic Italian Design Angelo Lelli 1950
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Peoria, AZ
Perfect for your Case Study Home, Palm Springs atomic ranch home or West Palm Beach estate! Mid Century Lighting For Your Incredibly Well Furnished Interiors!
Metal
Walter Von Nessen Tripod Table Lamp Mid Century Modern Thurston Atomic Era BOHO
By Walter Von Nessen, Nessen Lighting
Located in Peoria, AZ
Walter Von Nessen Tripod Table Lamp Mid Century Modern and Art Deco Beautiful! This rare Walter Von Nessen tripod is an icon of mid century modern lamp design! Timeless lines, pur...
Metal
1950s Atomic Era Mid-Century Modern Single Iron Jack-Jax Bookend Doorstopper
By Design Line, Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
Gold Leaf finish on this solid iron jack, which can be used as a bookend or door stopper, is circa 1950s original finish is nicely worn.
Iron
$1,032Sale Price|20% Off
1960's Atomic Age Mid Century Modern Futuristic 3 Light Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful and Unusual 1960's Atomic Age Mid Century Modern Futurist Ceramic Table Lamp.
Ceramic
$1,749Sale Price|50% Off
Mid Century Modern J. T. Kalmar Franken KG Atomic 7 Chrome Table Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare "Atomic 7" model table lamp by J.T. Kalmar of Austria. The unique design is inspired by the shape of an atomic molecule and features 7 individual sockets/bulbs. This is a fant...
Chrome
Kurt Versen Gooseneck Table Desk Lamp! Mid Century Modern Red 1950s Atomic Decor
By Kurt Versen
Located in Peoria, AZ
In the postwar period, A house was not a "modern home" without at least one flexible neck lamp somewhere!
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Teak Wood White Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Teak Wood White Textured Sculpted Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp.
Ceramic, Teak
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Lightolier Midcentury Atomic Pendant Light
By Lightolier
Located in San Diego, CA
Lightolier midcentury, vintage atomic style pendant. The frame is metal (shiny chrome) with clear bulbs (Light Bulbs included). Style and design in this space age inspired pendant. L...
Chrome
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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Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.