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Spectacular American Modern Biomorphic Mid Century Cocktail Table C.1950’s
Located in Bernville, PA
American Modern Biomorphic Mid Century cocktail table. Spectacular biomorphic design with a glass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Sculpture Stone Mother & Child Biomorphic Mid-Century Modern
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A 17“ high, modernist, biomorphic, stone sculpture, of a Mother Holding Two Children, mid-20th
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Composition
Sculpture Stone Mother & Child Biomorphic Mid-Century Modern
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A large, 28“ high, modernist, biomorphic, Mother & Child, stone sculpture, mid-20th century. Artist
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Free Edge Biomorphic MId-Century Walnut Side Table Ca. 1970s
Located in Peabody, MA
A free-edge biomorphic side table in walnut on a wirework iron base, circa 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Two-Tier Biomorphic Coffee Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This biomorphic, Mid-Century Modern coffee table features two-tiers embellished with marbleized
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
European Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern, a design movement devoted to timeless functionalism established itself in the
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34.65 in W 31.5 in D 34.26 in
1950s Mid-Century Abstract Biomorphic Bookends
By Frederic Weinberg, Guido Gambone
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Light tan biomorphic forms with brown deeply incised abstract drawing throughout. Unknown Artist
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Biomorphic Monkey Pod Table
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in La Mesa, CA
Beautiful three-legged solid Thick Koa wood, free-form coffee table, high gloss clear lacquer solid top. Sitting on three solid lacquered legs, nice grain and unique shape very nice ...
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Biomorphic Nesting Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trio of Mid-Century Modern, nesting tables feature biomorphic, black lacquered tops with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking...
Materials
Birch
Mid Century Italian Space Age Biomorphic Console Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century Italian Space Age Biomorphic Console Table
This console table measures: 59 wide x 15.5
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Biomorphic Walnut Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A sensuous sculptural cocktail table featuring a biomorphic kidney shaped glass top, as well as
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Kidney Shaped Curved Serpentine Biomorphic Cloud Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous matching pair of Mid-Century Modern biomorphic kidney shaped sofas. These long tailored
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Biomorphic Side Table with Formica Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Fabulous original 1950s biomorphic three-tier Mid-century side table. The table features marbleized
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Green Biomorphic Shell Design on Metal & Wood Stand
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A unique Mid-Century Modern decorative ceramic item showcasing a biomorphic shell design. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 14.5 in W 9 in D 8 in
Mid-Century Noguchi Style Biomorphic "Airplane" Coffee Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1950s black lacquer biomorphic "Airplane" coffee table, in the style of Isamu Noguchi, was
Category
Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Amorphous/Biomorphic Glass Driftwood Coffee Table
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern walnut slat bench end/coffee table
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
“Caravelle” Lounge Chair by Carl-Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland 1962
By Puunveisto OY, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Utrecht, NL
falls into the category of the so-called biomorphic mid-century, which describes the furniture that
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 33.67 in W 33.67 in D 33.27 in
Swedish Upholstered Wooden Armchair with Curved Arms, Sweden ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
armchair falls into the category of the so-called biomorphic mid-century, that describes the furniture that
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34.26 in W 26.58 in D 30.32 in
Mid-Century Modern 1960s Driftwood Coffee Table Original Biomorphic Glass Top
Located in Monrovia, CA
Mid-Century Modern Driftwood Coffee Table With It's Original Biomorphic Glass Top.
This Is A
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 16 in W 60 in D 32 in
Signed Mid-Century Modern Biomorphic Shaped Ceramic Ashtray with Swirled Glaze
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
period Mid-Century Modern style. The ashtray is done with a molded ceramic blank in a biomorphic shape
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Ceramic
H 2.75 in W 9 in D 5.5 in
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Jacks Walnut and Glass Biomorphic Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Jacks Walnut and Glass Biomorphic Coffee Table
This coffee table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 16 in W 50.75 in D 34 in
Biomorphic Malachite Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Biomorphic Malachite sculpture has a polished surface and raw rock bottom. The opaque polished
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
Biomorphic Kidney Shaped Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge Sofa
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning 6ft curvy chaise lounge with arched back in beige ultra suede in ready to use condition
Category
1990s American Art Deco Chaise Longues
Materials
Ultrasuede
"Aswan IV, " Enrico Donati, Surrealist Biomorphic Abstraction, Mid-Century
By Enrico Donati
Located in New York, NY
Enrico Donati
Aswan IV, 1984
Signed, dated and inscribed as titled on the reverse
Oil and sand on canvas
36 x 42 inches
Provenance:
Gimpel & Weitzenhoffer Gallery, New York
Doyle, O...
Category
1980s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Mid-Century Modern Biomorphic Sculpture Coffee Table by Ray Leach, 1950s
By Ray Leach
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Amazing biomorphic sculptural coffee table buy designer Ray Leach, circa 1950.
A spectacular piece
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Atomic Mid Century Modern Biomorphic Kidney Shaped Glass & Oak Coffee Table
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Lafayette, IN
Fantastic biomorphic/kidney shaped coffee table attributed to Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
H 16.75 in W 43 in D 26 in
1950s Mid-Century Blue 'Flower Petal' Biomorphic Murano Glass Bowl or Dish
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern Vintage Italian biomorphic shaped and five lipped Murano light blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Vistosi Murano Glass Italy Orsera table lamps mid century sculptural biomorphic
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
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Striking element of timeless Italian mid century design.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
H 8.25 in W 9 in D 19.25 in
Biomorphic Wood Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract solid wood sculpture that some might say loosely resembles a molar. This piece is perfect on it's own and makes a statement with it's large size. It can also double as an ar...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Sculptural Nude Mermaid Cocktail Table w/ Biomorphic Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
biomorphic top by the arms and tail. It is richly hand-painted with metallic sparkle details in the tail
Category
Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
'Biomorphic Abstraction', Large Mid-Century American Abstract Leaf Form Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
; additionally signed, verso, 'E. B. Stetson'.
A substantial, mid-century American School abstract comprising
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 23.75 in W 30 in D 1.75 in
Pristine Mid-Century Large Biomorphic Lucite Bowl Attributed To Ritts
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic Thick solid lucite freeform large bowl circa 1970's we have polished the piece looks spectacular with 1.25" thick walls beautiful shape great centerpiece catch it all.
Category
20th Century American Space Age Decorative Bowls
Materials
Lucite
Vintage Mid-Century Blue & Clear Biomorphic Murano Glass Bowl, Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A beautiful large Mid-Century Modern vintage four sided square flower shaped and lipped blue and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.37 in W 5.44 in D 5.44 in
Marked Design Technics Biomorphic Ceramic Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern America
By Design Technics
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-kind America Design Technics Biomorphic shaped table lamp with milk glass diffuser
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 32.5 in W 10 in D 7 in
'Abstract in Coral and Jade', Large Mid-century American Biomorphic Abstraction
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
A substantial, mid-century American Abstract oil comprising biomorphic and dimensional forms in
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 36 in W 42 in D 0.75 in
Biomorphic Yellow Glazed Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Biomorphic plaster sculpture supported by a curved metal base. This sculpture features soft curves
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modernist Abstract Signed Morrow Biomorphic Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1950. Signed on verso. Displayed in a period frame. Image, 18"L x 20"H.
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20.5 in W 18.5 in D 2 in
Abstract Sculpture Mid 20th Century Modern Non Objective Biomorphic Plaster WPA
By George L.K. Morris
Located in New York, NY
Morris created this mid 20th century plaster abstract sculpture. It is a non objective biomorphic
Category
1930s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Fish From, Bamboo Table Lamp on Biomorphic Base
By John Risley, Frederic Weinberg
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Frederic Weinberg style black wrought iron fish lamp, with fiberglass tail that
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rock Marble Organic Lamp, 60's Biomorphic lamp Mid-Century Italian design
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Biomorphic lamp in the form of a rock made of chiselled marble, Italian production from the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Organic Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pristine Mid-Century Biomorphic Lucite Catch-it-all Bowl Attributed To Ritts
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic Thick solid lucite freeform catch-it-all all bowl circa 1970's we have polished the piece looks spectacular with 1.25" thick walls beautiful shape great centerpiece.
Category
20th Century American Space Age Decorative Bowls
Materials
Lucite
Large 67" Mid-Century Bruno Mathsson Biomorphic Coffee Table w/ Wire Spoke Legs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Made by Bruno Mathsson this Large 67" wide Mid-Century Scandinavian Biomorphic coffee table with a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 20 in W 25 in D 67 in
Substantial biomorphic form Lucite fruit Bowl
Located in Ferndale, MI
Substantial piece of acrylic . Lucite catch all or fruit bowl attributed to Astrolite By Ritts Co.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Lucite, Acrylic
NV-S02 biomorphic sculpture
By Nicolas Vallée
Located in PAU, FR
This major sculptural work of Nicolas Vallée, is distinguished by its refined and minimalist design. Composed of white geometric shapes with smooth and fluid contours, the sculpture ...
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Denis Cospen Biomorphic Lamp
By Denis Cospen
Located in New York, NY
Large table lamp in various laminated then hand carved essences of wood by Denis Cospen. Rare and unusual work reminiscent of the work of Joaquim Tenreiro. Fire branded.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Laminate
Silas Seandel Biomorphic Coffee Tables
By Silas Seandel
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rare 1960's Bronze Biomorphic Coffee Tables by Silas Seandel, patinated with brushed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze
Biomorphic Wooden Table Lamp
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A tall and expressive biomorphic table lamp carved from a single piece of mahogany and mounted on a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Walnut Biomorphic Coffee Table
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning mid-century coffee table is a great inspiration of the iconic designs of Vladimir
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Studio Made Biomorphic Slat Chaise
Located in Chicago, IL
c. Unknown. Plywood with metal fasteners, routed and assembled in biomorphic shapes. Very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Plywood
Sculpted Wood Biomorphic Catch All
Located in Denton, TX
Sculpted wood biomorphic catch all. Perfect for an entry way table or office decoration.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Biomorphic "Airplane" Coffee Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1950s black lacquer biomorphic "Airplane" coffee table, in the style of Isamu Noguchi, was
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
White Lacquered Biomorphic Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
White Lacquered Wood Biomorphic Table
An exuberant example of Mid Century Design
The base and the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Tables
Materials
Wood
Directional Biomorphic Curved Velvet Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Directional biomorphic curved velvet sofas. Kagan style. Selling Individually.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Glass Biomorphic Coffee table on casters
Located in New York, NY
Nice Biomorphic Kidney shaped Glass coffee table on casters. Longer side is 46 by 11 deep, wider
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass
Atelier Revernay Midcentury Biomorphic Vase
By Revernay Sarreguemines Digoin
Located in Sharon, CT
A beautiful and uniquely hand-painted French Mid-Century Modern vase.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Biomorphic Coffee Table by Silas Seandel
By Silas Seandel
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1960's Bronze Biomorphic Coffee Table by Silas Seandel, patinated with brushed textured top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze
Biomorphic Coffee Table by Silas Seandel
By Silas Seandel
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1960's Bronze Biomorphic Coffee Table by Silas Seandel, patinated with brushed textured top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze
Marianna von Allesch Biomorphic Pottery Bowl
By Marianna von Allesch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Marianna von Allesch Biomorphic pottery with sgraffito design. Very nice example of the biomorphic
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Materials
Clay
Vintage Regency Custom Biomorphic Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
touch of mid-century sophistication. Its custom design and luxurious upholstery make it a stunning focal
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Biomorphic Abstract Tabletop Sculpture White
By Hanna Englund
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
century, channeling raw and organic abstractions. Featuring mid-century modern shapes and organic yet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, 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.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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, 2023To 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.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2023To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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, 2021Most 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023A 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid 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 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, 2021Mid 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.
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Iconic Furniture Makes This 1958 Midwestern Home a True Mid-Century Gem
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
Welcome Back to Designer Russel Wright’s Mid-Century Hudson Valley Home
The industrial designer was known for his sleek, modern dinnerware, but his 1961 house and the landscape around it may be his most astonishing creation.
Cara Greenberg Wrote the Book on Mid-Century Modern Furniture. Here Are Her Auction Finds
The author and design expert was among the first to define the style and coined its alliterative name. She shares her favorite pieces on 1stDibs Auctions — including some steals.
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Sculptural Hook
Maxwell Parsons
Eggshell Mosaic
John Lovett
Brass And Glass Globe Light
Jacqueline And Tim Orr
Wpa Modern Sculpture
Dean Davidson
Weinberg Fish
Highest Sculptures
Hard Edge Sculpture
Foot Medicine
Vintage 50s Hawaiian
Bamboo Cocktail Chairs
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