What color wood is mid-century modern?

There 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.

Century Wood

Folk Art Wall Hanging

Italian Mid Century Desk

Midcentury Sculpture Wood

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wood Italian Box

No Reserve

H 5.91 in W 5.91 in D 4.93 in

19th Century Wood Stationery Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

19th century wood stationery box.

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Antique 19th Century British Decorative Boxes

19th Century Wood Stationery Box

H 6.75 in W 9.5 in D 5 in

French Early 19th Century Wood Frame

Located in Stockbridge, GA

French early 19th century wood frame Dimensions of the inside frame (where the painting is placed

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Antique Early 19th Century European Picture Frames

Materials

Oak

French Early 19th Century Wood Frame

H 33 in W 41.6 in D 3.5 in

Late 17th century wood carving of Putto

Located in Bakewell, GB

Late 17th century wood carving. C1690 carving of putti in a playing position on a original rocky

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Antique 17th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Late 17th century wood carving of Putto

H 23.63 in W 17.33 in D 14.18 in

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf

Located in Dallas, TX

Unusual Italian mid-century wood and leather etagere shelf. Circa 1960. Perfect for today's

Category

Vintage 1960s Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf

H 79 in W 36 in D 12 in

Mid Century Wood Bench, Winchendon Furniture Co.

By Winchendon

Located in Riverdale, NY

Elegant Mid Century Wood Bench by the Winchendon Furniture Co. with shaped lobed back rest on a

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Wood Bench, Winchendon Furniture Co.

H 25 in W 54 in D 18 in

20th Century Wood Bar Table by Provasi, Italy

By Provasi

Located in Sofia, BG

20th century wood bar table by Provasi, Italy, circa 1990.

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20th Century Italian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood Bar Table by Provasi, Italy

H 29.93 in W 40.16 in D 16.15 in

Italian mid-century wood archive stand, 1940s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century wood archive stand, 1940s Walnut archive dresser from forties, made in Italy

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Italian mid-century wood archive stand, 1940s

H 72.84 in W 32.29 in D 15.36 in

Small 19th Century Wood and Bronze Sculpture Stand

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Small 19th century Wood and Bronze Sculpture stand. Nineteenth-century sculpture display stand

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Bronze

Small 19th Century Wood and Bronze Sculpture Stand

H 6.7 in Dm 8.27 in

Mid-Century Wood and Brass Umbrella Stand, Italy 1950s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century wood and brass umbrella stand - Italy 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Wood and Brass Umbrella Stand, Italy 1950s

H 22.84 in W 15.75 in D 10.24 in

19th Century Wood and Lacquer Royal Wedding Serving Covered Tray

Located in New York, NY

19th century wood and lacquer royal wedding serving covered tray with red inside.

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Antique 19th Century Thai Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wood and Lacquer Royal Wedding Serving Covered Tray

H 25 in W 36 in D 36 in

Chest Blanket Italian Europe 18th Century Wood Iron Italy

Located in New York, NY

Chest blanket Italian Europe 18th Century wood iron Italy. Blanket chest made during the 18th

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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Chest Blanket Italian Europe 18th Century Wood Iron Italy

H 25 in W 65 in D 23 in

Mid-19th Century Wood and Ceramic Lemon Squeezer

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

Mid-19th century wood and ceramic lemon squeezer All in good working condition the gadget has

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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian More Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Mid-19th Century Wood and Ceramic Lemon Squeezer

H 2 in W 10 in D 3.5 in

Mid-Century Wood & Rope Oval Gueridon Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Austin, TX

Oval Mid-Century wood & rope gueridon Audoux Minet, Circa 1960. Height / 19 inches. Diameter / 23

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wood & Rope Oval Gueridon Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

H 19 in W 23 in D 15.5 in

Pair of Mid-century wood Bench by Ico & Luisa Parisi - 1950s

By Ico Parisi

Located in Brussels , BE

Pair of Mid-century wood Bench by Ico & Luisa Parisi - 1950s

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-century wood Bench by Ico & Luisa Parisi - 1950s

H 15.75 in W 51.19 in D 18.51 in

Mid-Century Wood, Leather and Brass Shelve, Italy, 1960s - 2 available

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Wood, Leather and Brass Shelve, Italy, 1960s - 2 available

Category

Vintage 1960s Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Wood, Leather and Brass Shelve, Italy, 1960s - 2 available

H 10.63 in W 39.77 in D 10.04 in

19th Century Wood and Gilded Bronzes France Empire Style Sideboard

Located in IT

19th century wood and gilded bronzes elegant France Empire style sideboard Pair of columns on the

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Sideboards

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

19th Century Wood and Gilded Bronzes France Empire Style Sideboard

H 44.1 in W 16.93 in D 31.11 in

Natural Red and White Coral Mounted on 18th Century Wood Pedestal

Located in Bradenton, FL

A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural white and red coral branches mounted on 18th century

Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Coral

Natural Red and White Coral Mounted on 18th Century Wood Pedestal

H 19 in W 6 in D 4 in

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges

Located in Van Nuys, CA

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges, the trunk has been repainted and

Category

Antique 1890s American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges

H 32 in W 36 in D 24 in

18th Century Wood Carving

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

18th century continental baroque style poly chrome decorated wood carving.

Category

Antique 18th Century European Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Wood Carving

H 15.5 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Set of 4 Mid-Century Wood and Leather Dining Chairs, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 4 mid-century wood and leather dining chairs - Italy 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Wood and Leather Dining Chairs, Italy, 1960s

H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 15.36 in

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Brass Details Dresser Mirror, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century wood and brass details dresser mirror, 1950s Dresser mirror with wooden

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Brass Details Dresser Mirror, 1950s

H 37.01 in W 43.31 in D 1.58 in

Italian Mid Century Wood and Opaline Glass Coffee Table, Italy, 1950s

By Cesare Lacca

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Italian mid century wood, black opaline glass top coffee low cocktail table or gueridon attributed

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Opaline Glass, Glass, Wood

Italian Mid Century Wood and Opaline Glass Coffee Table, Italy, 1950s

H 18.51 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in

Set of 4 Mid-Century Wood Metal and Green Canvas Folding Armchairs

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 4 mid-century wood metal and green canvas folding armchairs.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Armchairs

Materials

Canvas

Set of 4 Mid-Century Wood Metal and Green Canvas Folding Armchairs

H 32.29 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in

19th Century Wood Italian Decorative Palm Holder with Flower Composition

Located in Catania, Sicilia

century, wood is lacquered and covered by a light metal. The item is in original condition with signs of

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

19th Century Wood Italian Decorative Palm Holder with Flower Composition

H 43.31 in W 13.78 in D 5.52 in

Pair of 20th Century Wood Chess Piece Column Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 20th century wood table lamps set on lacquered, black cube bases. They are spare in their

Category

Late 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Silk, Wood

Pair of 20th Century Wood Chess Piece Column Table Lamps

H 38.75 in Dm 15 in

Mid-century Wood and Wicker 2-layer Magazine/Newspaper Stand, 1950s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Wood and Wicker 2-layer Magazine/Newspaper Stand, 1950s, Germany Measurtements

Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Serving Tables

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Mid-century Wood and Wicker 2-layer Magazine/Newspaper Stand, 1950s, Germany

H 27.56 in W 16.54 in D 7.68 in

18th Century Wood, Brass and Steel Chinese Ice Chest Line with Galvanized Steel

Located in Middleburg, VA

18th century Wood, Brass and Steel Chinese Ice Chest. Interior lined with galvanized steel

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

18th Century Wood, Brass and Steel Chinese Ice Chest Line with Galvanized Steel

H 13.5 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in

19th Century Wood Italian Columns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of architectural columns in faux terracotta. Base is approximately 11 inches in diameter. Top is 12" x 12". Price is for the pair.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wood Italian Columns

H 68 in W 12 in D 12 in

Early 19th Century Wood Pedestal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful early 19th century pedestal, all wood constructed with no nails. The top measures 15.5

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Antique Early 19th Century American Pedestals

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Wood Pedestal

H 31.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

19th Century Wood Clock Face

Located in New York, NY

Interesting weathered wood clock face with painted hands. The back story is a local (Upstate NY

Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wood Clock Face

H 4.5 in Dm 31.5 in

19th Century Wood Stick Stand

Located in London, GB

A large root wood form with hollowed centre, with knots to the surface throughout. Possibly a

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wood Stick Stand

H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 15.75 in

Gothic 16th Century Wood Chest

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Gothic oak chest from 16th century with paneled lid and 4 linenfold panels in the front, circa

Category

Antique 16th Century Dutch Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Oak

Gothic 16th Century Wood Chest

H 30.71 in W 57.88 in D 22.45 in

Early 20th Century Wood Viaticum Cabinet and Home Altar Box

Located in Burton, TX

This Early 20th Century Wood Viaticum Cabinet and Home Altar Box is constructed with ornate details

Category

Early 20th Century American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Wood Viaticum Cabinet and Home Altar Box

H 14.5 in W 12 in D 6.75 in

Rustic French Mirror Made from Mid-19th Century Wood with Antiqued Glass

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French rustic mirror made from mid-19th century wood, with antiqued glass. Created in France with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Rustic Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Rustic French Mirror Made from Mid-19th Century Wood with Antiqued Glass

H 49 in W 26 in D 2.25 in

Mid-Century Wood and Leather Mimiset by Brabantia, the Netherlands 1950's

By Brabantia

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-century wood and leather mimiset by Brabantia, The Netherlands 1950's. Set of three wood

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wood and Leather Mimiset by Brabantia, the Netherlands 1950's

H 14.97 in W 13.59 in D 22.45 in

Mid-Century Wood Brass And Marble Top Console Attributed To Paolo Buffa 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Palermo, IT

Mid-Century wood, brass and marble top console attributed to Paolo Buffa 1950s Intact and in good

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Mid-Century Wood Brass And Marble Top Console Attributed To Paolo Buffa 1950s

H 32.29 in W 42.52 in D 11.03 in

Mid-Century Wood Block Owl Print "Three Eyes" by Kaoru Kawano

By Kaoru Kawano

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-century wood block print of two owls known as "Three Eyes" by Kaoru Kawano, circa 1950s. The

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Wood Block Owl Print "Three Eyes" by Kaoru Kawano

H 20.25 in W 14.25 in D 1 in

Set Of 7 Mid-Century Wood And Brass Wall Lamps Italian Design 1960s

By Castello Inc.

Located in Palermo, IT

Set of 7 mid-century wood and brass wall lamps, Italian design 1960s Adjustable arm, E 27 lamps

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set Of 7 Mid-Century Wood And Brass Wall Lamps Italian Design 1960s

H 9.45 in W 3.55 in D 8.67 in

19th Century Wood Rice Container

Located in Van Nuys, CA

true masterpiece crafted with precision from Elm and traditional Chinese wood. From the years 1850 and

Category

Antique 1850s Chinese Decorative Baskets

Materials

Metal

19th Century Wood Rice Container

H 9 in W 13 in D 5 in

Late 19th Century Wood Framed Folk Art Painting Depicting Hound Dogs by River

Located in Middleburg, VA

Late 19th Century Wood Framed Folk Art Painting Depicting Hound Dogs by River. The two dogs are

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Late 19th Century Wood Framed Folk Art Painting Depicting Hound Dogs by River

H 10 in W 25.5 in D 1 in

Mid-20th Century Wood Virgin Statue

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Mid-20th century traditional virgin statue made of wood. Made in Spain, circa 1950. In original

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century Wood Virgin Statue

H 8.67 in Dm 4.53 in

19th Century Wood Carving Decorative Object

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant pair of wood carvings originates from France, circa 1900.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wood Carving Decorative Object

H 15 in W 25 in D 15.5 in

20th Century Wood Italian Sideboard, 1950

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Italian sideboard from the mid-20th century. Notched furniture carved in oak and beech wood (there

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood Italian Sideboard, 1950

H 42.92 in W 74.81 in D 19.69 in

20th Century Wood Venetian Sideboard, 1950

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Venetian sideboard from 20th century. Small furniture carved and inlaid in walnut, burl, beech and

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood Venetian Sideboard, 1950

H 32.29 in W 32.68 in D 11.42 in

Vintage Late 20th Century Wood Rhino

Located in west palm beach, FL

A fabulous vintage Boho rhino sculpture. A chic solid wood specimen with beautiful attention to

Category

Late 20th Century North American Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Vintage Late 20th Century Wood Rhino

H 7.5 in W 14.25 in D 4 in

19th Century Wood and Hughes New York Coin Silver Tea Set

By Wood & Hughes

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A heavy, three-piece, 19th century American coin silver tea set by the renowned New York

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

19th Century Wood and Hughes New York Coin Silver Tea Set

H 9.5 in W 9.25 in D 5 in

20th Century Wood Faux Porfido Obelisk

Located in Madrid, ES

Wood neoclassical obelisk, faux porfido (repainted).

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Architectural Models

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood Faux Porfido Obelisk

H 35.44 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Vintage Mid-Century Wood Plank Bookends

By Harpswell House

Located in San Diego, CA

Unique and simply exceptional pair of vintage bookends. Deriving on the uniqueness of the wood

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Wood Plank Bookends

H 6.25 in W 4.5 in D 4 in

Mid 20th Century Wood Buddha Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, CA

Mid Century polished Wooden Happy Buddha Sculpture surrounded by children.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mid 20th Century Wood Buddha Sculpture

H 5 in W 6 in D 4.25 in

Mid-Century Wood Chandelier, 1980's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass,Wood Re-polished Fully Functional 4xE27 or E26 bulb US

Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Wood Chandelier, 1980's

H 25.2 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Mid-Century Wood Chandelier, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia 3xE27 or E26 socket Made of glass, wood Re-polished Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Wood Chandelier, 1970's

H 28.35 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century Wood Foldable Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

Mid-century plywood foldable arm chair. Measures: 33" H x 22.5" W x 28" D; seated: 16.5". In good

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Mid-Century Wood Foldable Arm Chair

H 33 in W 22.5 in D 28 in

19th Century Wood Mortar from Congo

Located in Chicago, IL

Lovely piece with subtle patina.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Congolese Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Wood Mortar from Congo

H 19 in Dm 5 in

Mid-Century Wood and Metal Armchair

By Günter Renkel

Located in Weesp, NL

Rare 1950s plywood armchair by Gu¨nter Renkel for Rego, Germany. The dark blue original upholstery is in great condition as can be seen in the images. The chair is in it's original...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Mid-Century Wood and Metal Armchair

H 29.14 in W 28.75 in D 26.78 in

18th Century Wood Hand Carved Angel Fragment

Located in Bradenton, FL

Beautiful weathered 18th century Italian carved wood angel fragment.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

18th Century Wood Hand Carved Angel Fragment

H 7 in W 7 in D 4 in

Mid-20th Century Wood Montserrat Virgin Statue

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Mid-20th century Spanish montserrat virgin statue made of wood. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century Wood Montserrat Virgin Statue

No Reserve

H 6.3 in W 4.73 in D 2.68 in

Large 19th Century Wood Storage Vessel

Located in Wien, AT

This big storage containers was carved out of the trunk of a very old tree. Containers of this type were made in Czechoslovakia by farmers during the winter and were used to store he...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Czech Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Maple

Large 19th Century Wood Storage Vessel

H 45.67 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in

Restored Vintage Mid-Century Wood Cabinet with Burl Door Details

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Invest in this vintage mid-century wood cabinet and enjoy its blend of functionality, beauty, and classic

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Walnut, Mahogany, Wood, Lacquer

Restored Vintage Mid-Century Wood Cabinet with Burl Door Details

H 39 in W 40 in D 22 in

American Mid-Century Wood Block Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

American mid-century rectangular 3 tier dark wood stained table lamp with a matching fabric

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

American Mid-Century Wood Block Table Lamp

H 23 in W 6 in D 4 in

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Find many varieties of an authentic century wood available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every century wood was constructed with great care. Find 135507 options for an antique or vintage century wood now, or shop our selection of 10494 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect century wood — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A century wood made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made century wood over the years, but those crafted by Milo Baughman, Andrianna Shamaris and Edward Wormley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for a century wood start at $1 and top out at $1,844,713 with the average selling for $2,895.

Questions About Century Wood

What color wood is mid-century modern?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
There 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.