Question 1

What is a breakfront bookcase?

Accepted Answer

A breakfront bookcase is usually a large wooden bookcase that houses either books or dishes. They’re similar in appearance to hutches in that they have glass-fronted shelving on the top and cabinets on the bottom.

Question 2

What is a breakfront cabinet?

Accepted Answer

A breakfront cabinet is a cabinet whose center portion projects beyond the end sections. Shop gorgeous breakfront cabinets at 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is a breakfront furniture?

Accepted Answer

Breakfront furniture is typically a large bureau or hutch used for displaying and storing either books or china. Breakfront furniture typically consists of three connected sections, one of which protrudes in front of the two flanking it.

Question 4

What is the difference between a hutch and a breakfront?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a hutch and a breakfront is their shape. Both types of storage furniture feature sectioned designs. On a breakfront, the center sections are deeper, causing them to project outward more than the rest of the piece. A hutch normally has sections of equal depth. Some also have protruding shelves. Find a collection of breakfronts and hutches on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is the difference between mid-century and mid-century modern?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What is a mid-century sofa?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What is mid-century artwork?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

What is mid century decor?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

What is a mid-century chair?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

What is mid century furniture?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

What is mid-century jewelry?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

What does mid century mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 13

Does Century Furniture still exist?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Century Furniture still exists. The brand operates from its corporate headquarters located in Hickory, North Carolina. The company was founded in 1947, and RHF Investments, Inc., acquired the company in 2013. You'll find a range of Century Furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Is Eames mid-century modern?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

Are the 1970s mid-century?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

In which century did Realism develop in Manila?

Accepted Answer

Realism developed in Manila during the late 20th century. Filipino artists working in the 1970s and ’80s began producing works with elements of Social Realism to comment on the social and economic conditions that resulted from the martial rule of the Marcos regime. One of the leading figures of the movement was Nestor Garcia Leynes, Sr, a painter who brought awareness to the plight of rural Filipinos through his works depicting mothers and children. Find a selection of realist art on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What years are mid century modern?

Accepted Answer

The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.

Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.

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.

Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.

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Question 18

What years are considered mid-century?

Accepted Answer

The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.

Question 19

What is mid century modern furniture?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

What does mid century modern mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

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Early 2000s American Georgian Cabinets

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet

Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Late 19th Century English Four Door Breakfront Bookcase By Maple & Co., London

Antique 19th Century Irish William IV Wardrobes and Armoires

19th Century Irish Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe by Robert Strahan of Dublin

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Chippendale Cabinets

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Mid-20th Century American Cabinets

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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Bookcases

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Late 20th Century American Cabinets

Architectural Breakfront Display Cabinet by Drexel Heritage, USA, Late 20th Cent

Early 20th Century American Federal Cabinets

Antique Flame Mahogany Secretary Breakfront Display Hutch by Robert W Irwin Co

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Very Fine Two Part Breakfront Sideboard Cabinet Wall Unit by John Widdicomb MINT

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Imposing Period Georgian Fireplace in Calacatta Oro Marble

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Architectural Elements

French Stone Fireplace in the Louis XVI Style

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet by Tommi Parzinger

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Regency mahogany breakfront bookcase, by George Oakley.

Antique 19th Century Bookcases

Victorian 2-Door Breakfront Mahogany Bookcase by Fras & Jas Smith, Glasgow

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Mid-Century Breakfront by Vanleigh Furniture

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Breakfront by Broyhill, circa 1960

Antique 19th Century French Vitrines

Important Vitrine/Breakfront by Francois Linke

Late 20th Century European George II Bookcases

20th Century George ll Style Breakfront Bookcase

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Mahogany breakfront bookcase by Edwards and Roberts

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

Large Triple Breakfront Dresser by John Widdicomb

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Breakfront Wardrobe by R Crosby & Sons, 1827

Late 20th Century English Georgian Bookcases

English Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase by Restall Brown & Clennell

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Cabinets

Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet by Beacon Hill

Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet by Hickory

Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

18th Century French Louis XVI Breakfront Commode, circa 1770, stamped by FCFranc

Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets

Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet by Craftique

Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet by Thomasville

Early 20th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Georgian Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet by Maple & Co.

21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Bookcases

French Provincial Solid Cherry Breakfront Bookcase or Bar Cabinet by Grange

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Breakfront in Bleached Mahogany by "Tommi Parzinger" for "Charak"

Early 20th Century English Louis XVI Console Tables

Louis XVI Revival Breakfront Console Table and Wall Mirror by H & L Epstein

Late 20th Century American American Colonial Bookcases

Chippendale Burl Mahogany Breakfront/China Cabinet by Century Furniture

Vintage 1980s American Georgian Bookcases

Century Furniture Georgian Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase

20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets

Vintage Chinoiserie Breakfront by Karges

Antique 1890s English Bookcases

Antique Four Door Breakfront Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts 19th Century

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Paul McCobb Calvin Furniture Mid-Century Modern Breakfront, Rare

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Bookcases

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Bookcases

Victorian Oak Breakfront Bookcase by Maple & Co

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