Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Italy, 1970s
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Italy, 1970s
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Walnut, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wall unit, walnut, Italy, 1950s.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Saporiti, Italy, 1970s
By Saporiti
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Saporiti, Italy, 1970s.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Raffaella Crespi, Italy, 1960s
By Raffaella Crespi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Raffaella Crespi, Italy, 1960s
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s
By Amma
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s Modular.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1960s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wall unit by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1960s.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Borge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wall unit by Borge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s.
Wood
Vintage Danish Teak Bookcases, Set of Three, Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Set of Three Danish bookcases, crafted from teak veneer in a Mid-Century Modern style, featuring multiple shelves for ample storage and display. Each bookcase is made fro...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit or Shelving Unit in Walnut with Milk Glass Shelves
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very cool asymetrical design book shelf or wall unit circa early 1960's.. The unit features walnut framing with inlayed white milk glass shelving. Great mcm high contrast look with...
Brass
$2,457Sale Price|57% Off
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit "Made to Measure" by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Wall-filling 'Made to Measure' storage unit designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. The 'Made to Measure' series is called like that because it completely dismountable and could be mad...
Wood
$2,300
Kipp Stewart Wall Unit
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern wall unit designed by Kipp Stewart.
Walnut
Pair of Burl Walnut Wall Unit Pieces w/ Interior Lights
By Pace Collection, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice two part Mid-Century Modern wall unit display or curio cabinets.
Chrome
Large Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive Mid-Century Modern wall unit boasts natural wood finish and spacious storage options add to the appeal of this stunning piece.
Wood
Burl Wood Thick Glass Shelves 3 Bay Wall Unit
By Milo Baughman, Pace Collection
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mirror chrome polished stainless steel frame, burl wood cabinets, thick glass shelves Mid-Century Modern wall unit. Secretary drop desk compartment.
Stainless Steel, Chrome
$3,120Sale Price|36% Off
Exotic Burled Multi Purpose Wall Unit
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern wall unit executed in an exotic burled veneer.
Wood
Italian Mid-Century Bookcase by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Buccinasco, MI
Refined Italian Mid-Century Modern wall unit attributed to Vittorio Dassi, dating to the 1950s.
Brass
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is contains one cabinet with drawers and 7 shelves This piece is completely adjustable, and...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Chained Ceramic Four Unit by Duisburger Kunstgewerbe
Located in Doornspijk, NL
These four ceramic plaquettes that increase in size are chained together by robust chains. Together they form a sturdy and stylish wall object. Each plaquette was made in relief ...
Ceramic
$3,528Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Wall Unit Cabinet by Nils Jonsson for Troeds
By Nils Jonsson, Troeds Bjarnum 1
Located in Mortsel, BE
Very nice wall cabinet, some wear and tear see pictures please
Wood, Rosewood
Large Mid Century Swedish Teak Wood Bookshelf Wall Unit by Bodafors
By Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful vintage mid century Swedish modern four-piece teak wood bookcase wall unit was designed by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors and made in Sweden in 1962.
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Metal holders with plastic shelves.
Metal
Wood and metal slatted wall bookcase with shelves and storage unit, 1960
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Bookcase with wooden slatted structure with shelves and storage module, 1960. In good condition, with patina consistent with age and use. Origin: Italy
Metal
Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern Omni wall unit shelving system designed by George Nelson is circa 1960.
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic mid-century wall unit with four wall mounted upright rails where four short and two long adjustable shelves sit on the patinated metal rungs. Additionally, this unit includ...
Walnut
Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT
By Milo Baughman, Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT
Burl
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Omni Wall Unit - 4 Bay
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller mid-century walnut omni wall unit - 4 bay This wall unit measures: 129.5 wide x 18 deep x 95 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
IMid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, 1960s
Wood
3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling
Located in Kensington, MD
Includes the original rosewood paneling with stunning grain. The paneling does not have to be used to hang the unit, but to not use it would be to miss out on the true beauty of the ...
Rosewood
1980s Scandinavian Modern Plywood Wall Unit, Lacquered Finish, Good
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Elegant wall-mounted shelf from the 1980s with a clean minimalist form and rounded corners. Crafted from solid plywood with a warm natural finish. Three open compartments, ideal for ...
Plywood
1980s Scandinavian Modern Plywood Wall Unit, Lacquered, Good Condition
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Elegant wall-mounted shelf from the 1980s with a clean minimalist form and rounded corners. Crafted from solid plywood with a warm natural finish. Three open compartments, ideal for ...
Plywood
Price Upon Request
Rosewood Cado System Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly versatile and functional Cado System wall unit in Brazilian rosewood by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. Wall unit can be customized with varying cabinets and shelving.
Rosewood
Price Upon Request
Gerald McCabe Barzilay Wall Unit
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a four bay Barzilay wall unit by Gerald McCabe of Los Angeles. Oiled walnut with aluminum detail in great condition. We have a variety of cabinets, shelves, and desk componen...
Aluminum
$19,550 / set
Gerald McCabe Barzilay Wall Unit
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a nine bay Barzilay wall unit by Gerald McCabe of Los Angeles. Oiled walnut with aluminum detail in great condition. We have a variety of cabinets, shelves, and desk componen...
Aluminum
$2,150 / item
Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Unit by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The clean-lined metal framework and warm walnut create the material contrast characteristic of mid-century American modern design. Stanley Furniture Company of Stanleytown, Virginia...
Aluminum
Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Detroit, MI
This truly stunning vintage mid century Danish modern rosewood wall-mounted cabinet shelving unit circa 1950 was designed by Danish architect Bent Helweg-Møller and produced by cabin...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s
Wood
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Mirror, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Wall Mirror, 1960s.
Rosewood
$1,817Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Shelves, Aluminum and Hardwood, Slovenia
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Wall shelves 1950s Rare piece of craftsmanship with great finish from every angle. Aluminim frame makes it float and has a nice finish with thin stripes of hard wood inserted in pi...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Italian Hallway Mirror with Console
By Fontana Arte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sophisticated and elegant hallway mirror with tempered glass console table supported by two brass brackets (ca. late 1940s / early 1950s, Italy). Brass lined wooden frame houses a t...
Brass
Mid-Century Wall Mounted Mirror with Shelf and Drawer by Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall-mounted mirror unit produced by Dutch manufacturer Pastoe, commonly attributed to Cees Braakman. The piece combines a tall vertical wood backing panel with a full-length pivotin...
Brass
Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Brazilian rosewood wall system designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark. FM-Reolsystem is a fully interchangeable wall mount shelving system. Crafted in rosewoo...
Rosewood, Wood
Mid-Century Modern German Wall Unit, Wood, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern German wall unit, wood, 1970s.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, Wood, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian wall unit, wood, 1960s.
Wood
Jaime Hayon Lighto A II Wall Lamp, Steel, Mid-Century Modern, Spain
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jaime Hayon Lighto A II Wall Lamp For Parachilna Lightolight is a colorful family of wall and floor lamps with a cup facing up and rotating dome, creating indirect light. Product ...
Steel
$1,264Sale Price|20% Off
Poul Cadovius Cado Teak Wall Shelf Units, 'Three Pieces'
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three Poul Cado wall units. One is a three drawer cabinet measures - 30"W x 16"D x 18"H One drop down bar cabinet measures - 30"W x 14.5"Dx16H One wall shelf - 30"W x 14" ...
Teak
$3,250 / item
Modern Wall Unit
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Specs: Period/Model: New; Mid-Century Modern inspired Specs: Matte lacquered maple, reclaimed oak Customizable: Yes!
Reclaimed Wood
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The clean-lined metal framework and warm walnut create the material contrast characteristic of mid-century American modern design. Stanley Furniture Company of Stanleytown, Virginia...
Aluminum
Thomasville Mid Century Modern Modular 4pc Wall Unit c.1967
By Thomasville
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern 4 piece modular freestanding wall unit, storage cabinets and display case with lighted dry bar.
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Wardrobe Wall Unit, Wood & Rosewood, Italy, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-Century Modern wardrobe or wall unit, crafted in the 1960s.
Wood
Sleek Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights in Chromed Steel – Germany, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Sleek Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights in Chromed Steel – Germany, 1970s (24 Available, Priced Per Light) Embodying the essence of Mid-Century Modern design, these sculptural wall sco...
Steel, Chrome
Price Upon Request
Gerald McCabe Barzilay Wall Unit, Sold by Component
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a nine bay Barzilay wall unit by Gerald McCabe of Los Angeles. Oiled walnut with aluminum detail in great condition. We have a variety of cabinets, shelves, and desk componen...
Aluminum
Vintage Italian Chrome and Brass “Cityscape” Wall-Mounted Unit
By Renato Zevi
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover this stunning vintage “Cityscape” wall-mounted unit, crafted in Italy and attributed to the talented designer Renato Zevi, dating back to the stylish 1970s. This piece embod...
Brass, Chrome
Vintage Mid Century Modern Etagere Wall Shelf Unit Free Standing
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Add functional style to your home with this vintage mid-century modern etagere wall shelf unit. Combining sleek lines with practical storage, this free-standing piece offers a perfec...
Wood
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, bookcase or wall unit, model 'E22', lacquered steel, lacquered aluminum, wood, glass, Italy, design 1957. This sleek, wall-mounted shelving unit, crafted ...
Aluminum, Steel
Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
Danish mid-century wall unit designed by Kai Kristiansen and made in the 1960s. The unit is crafted from teak and consists of wall-mounted metal rails, adjustable 6 open shelves, and...
Metal
Elio Monesi Modular Wall Unit and Credenza, Italy, 1950s
By Elio Monesi
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique wall unit with matching credenza designed by Elio Monesi (1927–1994), created for his private home in Milan. The system is composed of two rosewood wall panels and three wenge...
Rosewood, Wenge
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.