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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern chair
Dimensions. 18 W ; 21 1/2 D ; 30 H.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern chair
Dimensions. 18 W ; 37 H ; 17D.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chair
Dimensions. 19 1/2 W ; 18 D ; 30 H
Seat Height. 17.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern chairs. Set of 2
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern chairs. Set of 2
Dimensions. 20 W ; 20 D ; 31 H
Seat Height. 18
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Chair by Milo Baughman
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Chair by Milo Baughman
Dimensions. 26 W ; 33 D ; 41 H
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Chairs by Pozzi and Verga
By Pozzi & Verga
Located in Weesp, NL
Pozzi and Verga Mid-Century Modern chairs.
Beautiful sculptural black lacquered mid-century chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Chair 'Medea' by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Chair 'Medea' by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy, 1955.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Chair Made in by Poland Radomsko
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Chair Made in by Poland Radomsko
Dimensions. 16 1/2 W ; 16 D ; 33 H
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Chair Designed by Wim Rietveld for Auping
By Wim Rietveld, Auping
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Mid-Century Modern chair designed by Wim Rietveld for Auping.
It was conceived especially for the
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Chair Model S 188
By Rudolf Kleinkopf
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern chair model S 118. New release. Frame in black or chrome-plated steel tube, seat
Category
Vintage 1940s German Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Cane Tall Back Pecan Mid-Century Modern Chairs Mint
By Tomlinson, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 6 cane tall back pecan Mid-Century Modern chairs mint!
Natural organic Safari pattern
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Cane
Mid-Century Modern Chair Paolo Buffa Attributed, from Cantù in Carved Mahogany
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Very robust and elegant Mid-Century Modern chair Paolo Buffa attributed, from "Consorzio
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 37.01 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Modern Chair, Early Winchendon Label
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Modern Chair, Retains early Winchendon Modern label. Pre
Category
Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood, Maple
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of four impressive Mid-Century Modern chairs styled after the designs of Milo Baughman
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Arthur Umanoff Rattan Wicker Wrought Iron Mid-Century Modern Chairs, Set of 4
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arthur Umanoff Rattan Wicker Wrought Iron Mid-Century Modern chairs - Set of 4. Item features woven
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 18 in D 17 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in brass and brown fabric, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in brass and brown fabric, 1950s
Chair in brass and fabric. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Centuryr Modern Chair
Dimensions. 22 1/2 W ; 23 1/2 D ; 32 H
Seat Height. 18.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern Chair, Denmark ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern designers are the undisputed masters of mid-century modern chair design. As this
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Chair by Hans Wegner, De Padova, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Chair by Hans Wegner, De Padova, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Italian mid-century modern Chair in red plastic and black metal, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in red plastic and black metal, 1960s
Chair with curved and shaped
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 15.95 in D 20.28 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in green formica and chromed metal, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in green formica and chromed metal, 1950s
Chair with rounded and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair Carimate by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair Carimate by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Chair mod
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.93 in W 23.23 in D 20.48 in
Danish mid-century modern Chair in orange velvet and dark wood, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish mid-century modern Chair in orange velvet and dark wood, 1950s
Chair with curved back and
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 37.41 in W 29.53 in D 18.12 in
Italian mid-century modern chairs 122 by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1960s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern chairs 122 by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1960s
Set of four chairs mod
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.34 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in curved wood and black metal, 1960s
By B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in curved wood and black metal, 1960s
Chair with shaped seat and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 19.69 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in light yellow laminate and black metal, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in light yellow laminate and black metal, 1960s
Chair with rounded
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.7 in W 17.33 in D 18.9 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair turn in to stairs in white metal, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair turn in to stairs in white metal, 1960s
Chair tun in to stairs in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 25.99 in W 16.54 in D 25.01 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in bamboo, light blue fabric by Bonacina 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in bamboo, light blue fabric by Bonacina 1960s
Chair with semi
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
H 30.32 in W 26.38 in D 24.22 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair with armrests by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair with armrests by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
Chair with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.91 in W 22.45 in D 22.64 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in straw, black wood and curved steel, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in straw, black wood and curved steel, 1960s
Chair with seat and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Modern Chairs Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Design 1950s Black
By RIMA
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-Century Modern chairs Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Design 1950s Black.
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Italian mid-century modern chair with armrests Cesca by Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern chair with armrests Cesca by Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
Set of 6 chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.7 in W 22.25 in D 21.66 in
Italian mid-century modern chairs in wood and ivory white linen fabric, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern chairs in wood and ivory white linen fabric, 1960s
Set of six chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 17.72 in D 16.93 in
Italian mid-century modern Chairs Du 40 by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chairs Du 40 by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1960s
Pair of chairs mod. Du
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 32.68 in W 18.9 in D 20.08 in
Leather and Steel Mid-Century Modern Chair
By Alex de Rouvray
Located in PARIS, FR
Comfortable and elegant, the Mayet Chair combines the warmth of premium leather with the strength
Category
2010s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian mid-century modern Chair in brown leather and dark wood, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in brown leather and dark wood, 1960s
Pair of chairs with squared
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 21.86 in
Pair European Brevets Steel Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Simple but stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern European steel chairs with a gray green colored back
Category
20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Grey Upholstered Mid Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
In the Style of Chet Beardsley ,these Chairs Features a unique Cone Shaped Top. Possibly Circa 1960
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Chairs Made in 1950s Czechia by Antonín Šuman
By Antonín Šuman
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Set of four Mid-Century Modern chairs made in 1950s Czechia by Antonín Šuman
In pristine
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 30.71 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Italian mid-century modern Chairs in straw, black wood and tubular steel, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chairs in straw, black wood and tubular steel, 1970s
Set of 4 chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 19.3 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Chairs by
Located in London, GB
Set of six Modernist dining chairs with curved backs and lacquered metal legs, designed by Franco
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs, Denmark ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern designers are the undisputed masters of mid-century modern chair design. As this pair
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.34 in W 29.73 in D 24.41 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Chair With Rattan Backing
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Chair with White Upholstery and Tapered Front Legs.Walnut Toned Wood with Silver Toned
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Wood and Rattan Mid Century Modern Chair After Charlotte Perriand, circa 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wood and Rattan Mid Century Modern Chair After Charlotte Perriand, circa 1960
By unknown
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
H 32.68 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Italian Green Velvet Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome pair of Italian green velvet Mid-Century Modern high back chairs after Marco Zanuso. Makes
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chairs, France, circa 1950
By Marcel Gascoin
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Pretty pair of mismatched vintage chairs: one has a gray / taupe / mottled beige fabric, and the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
1960's Mid Century Modern Chair with Original Removable Fabric
Located in Brno, CZ
This Mid Century Dining / Office chair was designed in the 1960’s and was most likely produced in
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
21st Century Modern Chair In Folded And Painted Aluminum Sheet
Located in Milan, IT
Aluchair features the form of the archetypal wooden chair but it is made of solid metal: the body
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Chairs « Radar « Att. to Willy Van Der Meeren
By Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Set of 6 radar chairs often attributed to Willy van der meeren.
Published many times in books like
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chairs With High Backrests - Italy, 1940
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of chairs with high backrests in solid varnished walnut, upholstery redone in pearl-almond
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
'Canelinha' Mid-Century Modern Chair in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
comfort to the lower back. A timeless mid-century modern yet contemporary piece that can be used in any
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Copper
H 22.45 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chairs by Donghia in Ebonized Walnut
By Angelo Donghia
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern chairs were realized by the esteemed designer Donghia in
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Low Mid-Century Modern Chairs in Fret Velvet Fabric
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Mid-Century Modern low chairs in fret velvet fabric with ebonized legs. Curved tufted
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Velvet
A fiberglass MID-CENTURY-MODERN CHAIR att. RENE-JEAN CAILLETTE France 1950
By René-Jean Caillette
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and light chair with rounded "Ladybug" style lines, Modernist, Free Form, Reconstruction
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.9 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
A pair of Mid-Century Modern Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Paris, FR
SET OF TWO
A pair of chairs by Giancarlo Piretti, Model Nr 106 designed in 1967, Italy, Castelli
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 30.32 in W 22.05 in D 18.9 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chairs, School of Turin, Beech, Fabric - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Ravishing pair of chairs, stained and French polished beech. New seat with blue, gray and green
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 38.19 in W 16.54 in D 18.9 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Paris, FR
Set of six chairs by Giancarlo Piretti, Model Nr 106 designed in 1967, Italy, Castelli edition
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 30.32 in W 22.05 in D 18.9 in
Set of Four Original Mid-Century Modern Chairs, Beech, Czech, 1960s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This set of four Mid-Century chairs originates from the mid-20th century and was manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Lacquer, Fabric, Wood
Set of Six Mid Century Modern Chairs with Sculpted Plywood Back
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice set of Mid-Century Modern solid frames moulded plywood backs chairs with newly
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Arne Norell Leather and Chrome Tubular Safari Danish Mid-Century Modern Chair
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Arne Norell Safari Chair. Tubular chrome and brown leather. Labeled.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30 in W 29 in D 26 in
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Century Modern Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of century modern chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all century modern chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 129159 antique and vintage century modern chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 11960 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of century modern chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Century modern chairs bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Century modern chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Charles and Ray Eames, Knoll and Herman Miller are consistently popular.
How Much are Century Modern Chairs?
Prices for century modern chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, century modern chairs begin at $0 and can go as high as $2,344,390, while the average can fetch as much as $3,205.
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Century Modern Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 25, 2024The 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.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 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. - 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.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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