Nice Oiled Walnut Base Round Laminated Top Side Table
By Drexel, Jens Risom
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern, one-drawer walnut base side occasional table.
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Campaign Style Brass Walnut Mid Century Drawers Doors Compartment Long Credenza
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Campaign Style brass walnut mid century drawers doors compartment long credenza dresser sideboard on bracket shape legs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Three-Drawer Walnut End Tables Nightstands Small Chests
By United Furniture Corporation, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of walnut Mid-Century Modern three drawer nightstands or end tables. Sculptural walnut pulls.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Small Dresser
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Small Dresser
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Drawers sanded and cleaned Professionally refinished and restored Designer: Kipp Stewart Manufacturer: Drexel Era: 1960s Materials: Walnut Dimensions: 36ʺW × 20ʺD × 31ʺH
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Burl Walnut Three Extension Boards Single Pedestal Round Dining Table
By Drexel, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burl Walnut three extension boards single pedestal round dining table three (3) table leaves measure 21 inches across.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Pair Mid-Century Modern Decorative Ebonized Walnut Faux Bamboo Side Chairs Mint
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Mid-Century Modern Decorative Ebonized Walnut Faux Bamboo Side Chairs Mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Drexel Declaration 11-Drawer Dresser Kipp Stewart 1960s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Beautiful vintage Mid-Century Modern “Declaration” dresser, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel in the 1960s. Crafted from rich American walnut, this striking piece features eleven s...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Table on Tapered Legs Two Leaves MINT!
By Drexel, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Table on Tapered Legs Two Leaves MINT! Two 22"x2 leaves extension boards total length 104".
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair Gothic Oversized Heavily Carved Walnut Arm Chairs Tall Back Thrones MINT!
By Drexel, Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Gothic Oversized Heavily Carved Walnut Arm Chairs Tall Back Thrones MINT!
Category
20th Century American Gothic Revival Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Credenza / Buffet
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Credenza / Buffet
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Drawers sanded and cleaned Professionally refinished and restored Lights work Designer: Kipp Stewart Manufacturer: Drexel Era: 1960s Materials: Walnut Dimensions: 72.5″ W x 20″ D ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Removable Tray Top Pierce Carved Inlayed Walnut Side End Table Stand Mint!
By Drexel, Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Removable tray top pierce carved inlayed walnut side end table stand mint!
Category
20th Century American Regency End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Six Mid-Century Modern Medium Light Walnut Dining Chairs New Upholstery MINT
By American of Martinsville, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs with curved backs and new upholstery.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Long Walnut 9 Drawers Two Doors Mid-Century Modern Dresser Credenza Burl Accents
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Long walnut 9 drawers two doors Mid-Century Modern dresser credenza Burl Accents MINT!.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Large Deep Walnut 9 Drawers Partners Style Antique Desk Brass Pulls Table Mint
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Deep Walnut 9 Drawers Partners Style antique desk brass pulls table mint.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Pair Vintage Travertine Tops Cherry or Walnut Two Drawers End Tables Nightstands
By Heritage-Henredon, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Vintage Travertine Tops Cherry or Walnut Two Drawers End Tables Nightstands.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Marble, Travertine
Light Walnut Oversize 32" Wide Two Drawers Dowel Leg Step End Coffee Table MINT!
By American of Martinsville, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Light Walnut Oversize 32" Wide Two Drawers Dowel Leg Step End Coffee Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Vintage Drexel Mid Century Modern End Table
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Drexel Mid Century Modern End Table
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Drexel Furniture Mid-Century Modern Six Sided Side Table. A hexagon top wood side or end table 'Esperanto' by Drexel with decorative base. The hexagon shape tabletop is a nic...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration Credenza mid-century modern
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous kip stewart drexel declaration walnut credenza. This piece has an amazing vintage patina-the original finish glows and the graining is fabulous.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut 1 Drawer Writing Library Table Desk Console MINT!
By Henredon, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Spanish Colonial Carved Walnut 1 Drawer Writing Library Table Desk Console MINT!
Category
20th Century Italian Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Henredon Demilune Flip Top Burl Walnut Top Console Sofa Occasional Table MINT
By Henredon, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Henredon Demilune Flip Top Burl Walnut Top Console Sofa Occasional Side Lamp Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Queen Anne Side Tables
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Pair Three Drawers Light Walnut Banded Drawers Drop Pulls Bachelor Chests MINT!
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Three Drawers Light Walnut Banded Drawers Drop Pulls Bachelor Chests MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Kipp Stewart Drexel Coffee Table Bench
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Kipp Stewart Drexel Coffee Table Bench
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
The beautiful coffee table maintains its well preserved, original walnut finish. The underside stamped with the maker’s name (Drexel) and dated 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Kipp Stewart Long Board Coffee Table by Drexel
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
Kipp Stewart Long Board Coffee Table by Drexel
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Pasadena, TX
Danish modern teak Drexel Declaration coffee table 60" long teak coffee table by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Declaration line. The table has a circle of rosewood button inlays in th...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Walnut Hair Pin Leg Smoked Glass Marquetry Top Long Rectangle Coffee Table MINT
By Drexel, Andrew Szoeke, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Walnut Hair Pin Leg Smoked Glass Marquetry Top Long Rectangle Coffee Table MINT.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Pair of Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Pair of Kipp Stewart for Drexel Dining Chairs, 1960s A graceful pair of Mid-Century dining chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel’s “Declaration” collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration Bachelors Chest Mid-century
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration Bachelors Chest Mid-century
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely and rare kipp stewart designed bachelors chest for drexel declaration. The original finish is gorgeous-seems to be glowing. The hardware is the original porcelain white balls...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Midcentury Drexel John Van Koert Profile Series Bench
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Midcentury Drexel John Van Koert Profile Series Bench
By John Van Koert
Located in Pasadena, TX
Drexel Profile Series John Van Koert Vintage midcentury John Van Koert Profile Series bench Bench version of the Profile Series by John Van Koert for Drexel.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Side Tables, a Pair
$1,119Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Declaration Side Tables, a Pair
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in San Carlos, CA
🌟 Elevate Your Space with Timeless Elegance! 🌟 Introducing a Fantastic Set of Side Tables or Night Stands from the renowned "Declaration" line by Drexel. Designed by the iconic Am...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Spindled Drexel Declaration Captain’s Chair.
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Toned wood, possibly vinyl seat cushioning. Beautiful design and wood grain. Rounded back chair.! Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 24 W ; 24 D ;...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Sculptured Legs American Light Walnut 5 Drawers Bow Front High Boy Dresser MINT!
By Drexel, Harvey Probber, Heritage-Henredon, RWAY
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Sculptured Legs American Light Walnut 5 Drawers Bow Front High Boy Dresser MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Set 4 Danish Mid-Century Modern Oiled Walnut Cane Back Side Dining Chairs MINT!
By Drexel, Jens Risom, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 solid and steady Danish mid-century modern oiled walnut side chairs in style of Risom.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Cane
Mid Century Modern Drexel Projection Coffee Table by Kip Stewart
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Drexel Projection Coffee Table by Kip Stewart Above average vintage condition and structurally sound.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Dining Table by Kip Stewart
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Dining Table by Kip Stewart Above average vintage condition and structurally sound.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern Tapered Leg 2 Boards 58" Long Dining Table MINT
By Drexel, Davis Cabinet Company, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern Tapered Leg 2 Boards 58" Long Dining Table MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Set of 6 MCM Cane Back Dining Chairs by Drexel
Located in Medina, OH
Set of (6) timeless cane back dining chairs for Drexel Heritage Furniture. These chairs feature a walnut frame and red and gold patterned chenille fabric.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Edward J. Wormley “Precedent” Lounge Chair for Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Edward J Wormley Manufacturer: Drexel Materials: Walnut-Stained Beech Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New Webbing, New High-Density Foam ________________________________________ ...
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Beech
Travertine Fliptop Insert Drop Front Door 3 Drawers Server Credenza Console
By Drexel, Tomlinson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Travertine Flip Top Insert Drop Front Door 3 Drawers Server Credenza Console Table on Wheels MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Round Sunburst Pattern Mid-Century Modern Dining Table with Two Leaves Mint
By Drexel, Tomlinson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
2 - 12 inch leaves for a total length of 68 inches extended.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Set of 6 Cane Tall Back Pecan Mid-Century Modern Chairs Mint
By Drexel, Tomlinson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 6 cane tall back pecan Mid-Century Modern chairs mint! Natural organic Safari pattern upholstery.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Cane
Set of 3 'Suncoast' Tables, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel, USA, 1960
Located in Deland, FL
While the primary material is walnut, some Suncoast pieces incorporated pecan elements or veneers; these examples present as classic walnut with beautiful natural figuring.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Gentlemen's Dresser by Barney Flagg for Drexel, Parallel Line, USA, 1960s
By Barney Flagg
Located in Deland, FL
Made from high-quality walnut, it boasts durability and a beautiful grain that has stood the test of time.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Walnut Pair Bachelor Chests Tapered Legs Chrome Hardware Pulls Set 2 Minimalist
By Lane Acclaim, Bassett Furniture, Henredon, American of Martinsville, Drexel
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of bachelor chests in American walnut. Clean forms and rich wood, with dovetailed drawers and tapered short legs. Gleaming chrome original pulls catch the light and sparkle ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Nightstands by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall design for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands designed by Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s ‘Declaration’ line, circa 1960s. Single lower drawer with iconic porcelain ball p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
John Stuart Walnut Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Long Dresser Thin Edge Style MINT
By John Stuart, Drexel, George Nelson, Jens Risom
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart Walnut Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Long Dresser Thin Edge Style MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Walnut X Base Inlayed Octagon Shape Coffee Table MINT!
By Dunbar Furniture, Baker Furniture Company, Edward Wormley, Drexel, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut X Base Inlayed Octagon Shape Coffee Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Plycraft Style Bentwood Chair, Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration, USA, c. 1960
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a truly extraordinary bentwood lounge chair designed by the influential Kipp Stewart for Drexel's lauded Declaration Line. Crafted in the late 1960s this Plycraft-styled ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Baker Finished Back Walnut End Side Table Stand Carved Door Side Table MINT!
By Heritage-Henredon, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Baker Finished Back Walnut End Side Table Stand Carved Door Side Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Wooden X-Base Tray Top End / Side Table
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century wooden end / side tables with removable tray tops with two low sides with bracket-shaped cutout handles and folding X-form bases comprised of wooden slats. (KIPP...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
American Light Oiled Walnut 9 Drawers Sculptured Pull 66" Long Dresser Credenza
By Henredon, Drexel, American of Martinsville, Jack Cartwright, Established Lines
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Light Oiled Walnut 9 Oak Dovetail Drawers Sculptured Pull 66" Long Dresser Credenza MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Drexel Sun Coast Collection Tall Gentlemen's Dresser by Kipp Stewart, c. 1950's
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Deland, FL
This beautiful American black walnut tall dresser is designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel’s Sun Coast line.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Side Tables
By Barney Flagg, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Birch, Walnut
John Van Koert for Drexel "Profile" K37 Credenza/Buffet Mid-Century Modern 1950s
By John Van Koert
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Design: Designed by John Van Koert for Drexel's renowned "Profile" collection, this K37 buffet is a quintessential piece of Mid-Century Modern American design.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Windsor Centennial Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, USA, c. 1960's
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a set of visually captivating "Centennial" Chairs designed by the iconic design duo of Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougal for the lauded Drexel Furniture Co. Taking inspi...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Parallel” Side Tables
By Drexel, Barney Flagg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Set of 6 (2 Arm + 4 Side) "Centennial" Chairs, Kipp Stewart, Drexel, USA, 1960's
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, expansive set of six visually captivating "Centennial" dining chairs designed by the iconic design duo of Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougal for the lauded Drexe...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Double Door Cabinet Cube Shape Walnut End Side Lamp Table
By Milo Baughman, Adrian Pearsall, Jens Risom, Drexel, John Keal
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Double Door Cabinet Cube Shape Walnut End Side Lamp Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Fine Carved Solid Mahogany Marble Oval Marble Top Stand Pedestal Lamp Table MINT
By Heritage-Henredon, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Carved Solid Mahogany Marble Oval Marble Top Stand Pedestal Lamp Table MINT
Category
20th Century American Victorian Side Tables
Materials
Marble
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Profile” 3-Drawer Dresser
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly refinished, the walnut grain reads rich, even, and ready for daily use.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Projection” Night Stands
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly refinished, the walnut grain reads rich, warm, and beautifully even throughout.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Fine Mid Century Modern Brown Mahogany 5 Doors Compartment Drawers Credenza MINT
By John Widdicomb, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Mid Century Modern Brown Mahogany 5 Doors Compartment Drawers Credenza MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
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Drexel Walnut For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of drexel walnut for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of drexel walnut — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of drexel walnut 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 object in our assortment of drexel walnut over the years, but those crafted by Drexel, Kipp Stewart and Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Drexel Walnut?
The average selling price for a piece of drexel walnut at 1stDibs is $2,291, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $15,500 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
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