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Mid-Century Modern Platform Rocking Chair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern platform rocking chair in the manner of the Paoli Chair Company, with ochre
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
1950s Mid Century Modern Paoli Chair Company Rocking Chair-A Pair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in Bensalem, PA
Very unique and rare pair of rocking chairs by Paoli Chair Company which was founded in 1926, and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Maple
Modern Century Furniture Swivel Barrel Chair Off White & Blue Diamond Brocade
By Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely modern swivel barrel chair with off white & beige base & navy-blue diamond brocade fabric by
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brocade
H 29 in W 32 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Ruby Red High Back Barrel Chair Fairfield Chair Co., c. 1960s
By Fairfield Chair Company
Located in Deland, FL
. The chair sits on an artisan sculpted walnut frame wrapping around the back, ensuring attention from
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 38 in W 33 in D 32 in
Pair of Century Furniture Parson Side Chairs Nail Head Trim
By Century Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Century Furniture Parson side chairs. Tweed upholstery in shades of cream , charcoal and
Category
20th Century North American Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Sculptural Teak Wood Chair, Modern Organic, Java
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A uniquely sculptural chair crafted from teak sourced in Bojonegoro, Java, Indonesia. This chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Do More Office Chair Mid-Century Modern Industrial USA
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Do More Office Chair Mid-Century Modern industrial era.
Domore Chair Company, Inc
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pivot Swivel Chair by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Pivot Chair by Stamford Modern, the epitome of ergonomic elegance and versatile
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Pivot Swivel Chair by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Pivot Chair by Stamford Modern, the epitome of ergonomic elegance and versatile
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Very Comfortable Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Century Furniture Cos Barrel Back Chairs with Walnut Legs and Casters
By Century Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Great pair of barrel chairs in a very cool batik fabric. These chairs are classic lounge chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cotton
H 29.5 in W 27.5 in D 30 in
Lovely Set of 4 Vintage Carved Rope Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Century Furniture
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely set of 4 vintage carved rope dining chairs with original leather upholstery. We love the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company
By Century Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Great Art Deco Revival low slung lounge chair with cream lacquer frame, brass feet, and upholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
MCM Leather Club Swivel Chair by Century Furniture Co
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Vintage MCM Leather Club Chair by
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Rare Mid-Century Modern Child Size Miniature 3/4 Scale Contour Lounge Chair no.
By Contour Chair Lounge Co. 1
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a rare piece indeed. A 3/4 scale, factory-made contour lounge chair. Only 40" Long! This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
H 27 in W 40 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Modern Lounge Chairs by Hickory Furniture
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Hickory
Pair of modern lounge chairs by Hickory Furniture
Pair of contemporary lounge chairs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Designer Modern Walnut and Greek Key Upholstered Side or Desk Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish contemporary designer side or desk chair with a nod to the klismos design having superb
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Modern Drama Pouf Swivel Chairs in White Bouclé
By Modern Drama
Located in Chicago, IL
Upholstered in white performance boucle. These are customizable. COM upholstery option available as well.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Modern Drama Swivel Pouf Chair in White Boucle
By Modern Drama
Located in Chicago, IL
Swivel pouf upholstered in white Italian merino wool/poly blend performance boucle. COM upholstery option available as well.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
comfortable Century Furniture co oversized beige lounge chairs
Approximate Measurements in Inches
36" high
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Asia Modern Chinese Horseshoe Style Lounge Chair by Century Furniture after Mont
By James Mont, Century Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Century Furniture Co. in the style of James Mont. The chair features a solid oak frame, in original dark
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 30.5 in W 29.5 in D 22 in
Jay Spectre for Century "Eclipse" Side Chair
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A channel tufted side chair by Jay Spectre for century furniture. Newly upholstered in plum suede.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Post Modern Eclipse Lounge Chair by Jay Specter for Century Furniture c 1970/80s
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Voguish Hollywood Regency, Art Deco Revival, Post Modern lounge chair designed by Jay Spectre for
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34 in W 26 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Roundback Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a rounded back, three legs, and rich leather upholstery, this vintage roundback chair is
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Century Furniture Santa Rosa Wingback Chair in Powder Blue Chenille
By Century Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super luxurious Century Furniture Santa Rosa wingback chair having sensuous modern silhouette and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Modern Eleanor Dining Chairs, Jacquard Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Eleanor Chair, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Beech, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric
H 29.53 in W 24.81 in D 22.45 in
Modern Margot Dining Chairs, Black Leather Grey, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Margot Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Margot leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric
H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 24.41 in
Modern Margot Dining Chair, Brown Leather Camel, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Margot Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Margot leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric
H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 24.41 in
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Espresso by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Century Furniture Traditional Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture traditional dining chairs - Set of 8
Each chair measures: 25 wide x 23 deep x
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Modern De Castro Dining Chair, Dark Blue, Velvet Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
De Castro Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The De Castro
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Ebony, Beech
H 38.98 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in
Pair of Black Lacquered and Brass Horseshoe Lounge Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Asian modern black lacquered horseshoe back lounge chairs with brass fittings
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four mid-century dining chairs that fold up for storage. Great V shaped back with woven
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Style Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern style armchairs with velvet fabric and cone legs. A wild modern design for home or
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Modern De Castro Dining Chairs, Camel Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
De Castro Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The De Castro
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 34.65 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Chair
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple knoll inspired chair ready for re-upholstery that will make a great addition to any living
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak side chair. This would make a perfect desk chair.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
1 Vintage Walnut Johnson Furniture Dining Chair
By Johnson Chair Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage dining chairs by Johnson Chair Co Chicago reminiscent of Jens Risom design with solid
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
PVC, Walnut
Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Jay Spectre for Century, the "Eclipse" lounge chair is a post-modern take on Deco
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern slipper chair, bringing the beauty of nature indoors, this chair introduces a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Custom Ordered Cerused Oak Finish Chairs by Paoli
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in South Charleston, WV
1976, Paoli Chair Company Indiana. Custom produced armchairs for a client in Charleston, WV
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Naugahyde
Mid Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cozy and enveloping, Mid-Century Modern, wingback lounge chair boasts a striking Silhouette from
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These Mid-Century Modern office chairs feature green fabric and a metal base. These chairs would be
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern style rocking chair. Beautiful organic wood frame with flowing curves.
Please
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Black Tulip Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern black tulip chair. Featuring original acrylic design with newly upholstered
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Acrylic
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage lounge chair is great for adding comfortable seating and Mid-Century Modern style to a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a comfortable and stylish Mid-Century Modern design, this vintage lounge chair adds a pop of
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
By Norman Cherner, The Cherner Chair Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Norman Cherner mid century chair
The chair measures: 17 wide x 20.5 deep x 32 high, with a seat
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sarr, Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chair, Dining chair, Office chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Sarr is a cozy state of the chair; with an solid walnut/oak body and cashmere/leather upholstery
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak, Walnut
Sarr, Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chair, Dining chair, Office chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Sarr is a cozy state of the chair; with an solid walnut/oak body and cashmere/leather upholstery
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak, Walnut
Sarr, Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chair, Dining chair, Office chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Sarr is a cozy state of the chair; with an solid walnut/oak body and cashmere/leather upholstery
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak, Walnut
Sarr, Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chair, Dining chair, Office chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Sarr is a cozy state of the chair; with an solid walnut/oak body and cashmere/leather upholstery
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak, Walnut
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
Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
By James Mont, Century Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
designed by James Mont these chairs epitomize his over the top dramatic mid-century modern style with an
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Sarr, Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chair, Dining chair, Office chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Sarr is a cozy state of the chair; with an solid walnut/oak body and cashmere/leather upholstery
Category
Early 2000s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Oak, Leather, Fabric
Six Mid-Century Modern Steel Z Dining Chairs
Located in Toledo, OH
Six Mid-Century Modern steel and fabric Z-dining chairs. Cantilevered flat bar frame. Attributed to
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20th Century Unknown Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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Chairs Modern Century For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chairs modern century for your home. Each chairs modern century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Find 78062 options for an antique or vintage chairs modern century now, or shop our selection of 4996 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chairs modern century — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chairs modern century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Milo Baughman each produced at least one beautiful chairs modern century that is worth considering.
How Much is a Chairs Modern Century?
Prices for a chairs modern century can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $243,275, while the average can fetch as much as $3,160.
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 Chairs Modern Century
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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. - 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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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.
- 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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