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Vintage Mid Century Modern Floating Walnut Cabinet/Shelf/Credenza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique smaller foot print floating credenza.
Real walnut veneer. Great for entry way, media
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
$1,710 Sale Price
25% Off
H 10 in W 58 in D 7 in
Gorgeous Pace Collection Floating Wall-Mounted Console Shelf, Mid-Century Modern
By Pace Collection
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Pace Collection floating architectural wall-mounted console table. The simple design
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
$3,520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 8 in W 54 in D 16 in
Vintage Mid Century Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Floating Shelf 1960s
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern wall-mounted cabinet, floating shelf or media console made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
$950
H 19.5 in W 35.25 in D 16 in
Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Floating Shelving Unit offers a new and modern take on Mid-century wall storage. Defined by
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Custom Polished Steel and Frosted Lucite Illuminated Floating Shelf
By Pace Collection, Paul Evans, Brueton
Located in Miami, FL
Custom polished steel floating wall console or shelf with frosted lucite top circa 1970s. A welded
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 22 in W 66.75 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Floating Surfboard Coffee Table, 1990s
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage mid-century modern surfboard coffee table made in Sweden circa 1995. This classic MCM
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak
Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Chrome & Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$1,900
H 9 in W 48 in D 12 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf
By Pedersen & Hansen
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome Pedersen & Hansen teak floating modernist wall shelf is from the Mid-20th Century and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
$465 Sale Price
57% Off
H 11.75 in W 35.25 in D 8.5 in
Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Glass & Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
$1,900 / set
H 9 in W 48 in D 12 in
Dark Stained Oak Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Floating Shelving Unit offers a new and modern take on Mid-century wall storage. Defined by
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
1970's Modern Entryway Hanging / Floating Bevelled Mirrored Console Shelf
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970'sModern Entryway Hanging Floating Bevelled Mirrored Console Shelf. Unique modern Console that
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Mirror
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
H 4.75 in W 10 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Modern Floating Karl Springer Style Lacquered Goatskin Credenza
By Karl Springer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern sideboard with a grasscloth base holding a lacquered goatskin credenza
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Grasscloth, Lacquer
$2,170 Sale Price
30% Off
H 31.25 in W 72 in D 18.5 in
Baughman Style Chrome Floating Bar Cabinets Credenza Mid-Century Modern Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful set of four Milo Baughman style chrome mirror clad floating cabinets by Founders. Two
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
$3,500 / set
H 22.5 in W 32.25 in D 15.25 in
Mid Century Walnut Floating Shelves, a Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century walnut floating shelves - A pair
Each shelf measures: 35 wide x 10 deep x 19 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
1960s Danish Teak Floating Shelf & Mirror by Aksel Kjersgaard
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Victoria, BC
A beautifully minimal and finely crafted 1960s teak wall-mounted shelf and mirror set by Aksel
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Italian Wood Floating Shelf with Drawer, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Italian Wood Floating Shelf with Drawer, 1960s, Italy
No damage, no crack.
Wear consistent with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Inspired Bedside Table in Solid Walnut with Open Shelf
Located in CAMBRE, ES
Handcrafted Walnut Nightstand with Floating Drawer – Mid-Century Modern Design
Rooted in the
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Marble
$1,483
H 23.04 in W 24.02 in D 18 in
Smoked Glass Oak Base Floating Shelf Side End Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern smoked glass top oak base side end table.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Patchwork Hanging Shelf Console Table & Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paul Evans studio floating shelf and mirror set circa early 1970's. It features copper, bronze and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Console Tables
Materials
Slate, Bronze, Copper, Pewter
$12,500 / set
H 40 in W 60 in D 13.5 in
Mid-Century Brutalist Wenge Framed Stone Topped Coffee or Side Table with Shelf
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Brutalist stone topped coffee or side table with Wenge frame, lower shelf and
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone
$1,250
H 15.5 in W 35.375 in D 35.375 in
Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Rectangular Floating Shelf with Close Back and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accent, Sereno by
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$6,078 / item
H 11.82 in W 47.25 in D 9.85 in
Individual Floating Shelf with One Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno by Nono
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Individual Floating Shelf with One Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accent, Sereno by Joel Escalona
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$3,564 Sale Price / item
25% Off
H 7.88 in W 47.25 in D 7.88 in
Large Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Large Rectangular Floating Shelf with One Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accent, Sereno by Joel Escalona
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$4,956 Sale Price / item
25% Off
H 11.82 in W 59.06 in D 9.85 in
Large Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Large Rectangular Floating Shelf with Close Back and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accent
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$7,405 / item
H 11.82 in W 59.06 in D 9.85 in
Floating Wall Shelf with Drawers by Kai Kristiansen for Axel Kjersgaard, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Rare and beautiful ‘Model 128’ floating shelf designed by Kai Kristiansen around 1960. Very high
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
$2,834
H 6.11 in W 17.72 in D 9.06 in
Unique Paul McCobb Black Wrought Iron and Maple Floating Shelf, c. 1950s
By Winchendon, Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
, we’re left with a one of a kind floating wall shelf. If you’re looking to stand out this piece is a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,695
H 9.75 in W 55.5 in D 8.5 in
Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble Sereno by Nono
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Rectangular Floating Shelf with Close Back and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accent, Sereno by
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$5,549 / item
H 11.82 in W 47.25 in D 9.85 in
Large Floating Teak Wall Mounted Shelf by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960s
By Walter Wirtz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful floating wall unit designed by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, Germany, 1960s. Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
$1,511 Sale Price
20% Off
H 10.24 in W 78.75 in D 7.88 in
"Elevate No. 3", Artist-made Wood and Brass Wall-Mounted Floating Shelf
By Huy Lam
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Elevate No. 3", is a one-of-a-kind piece as part of Huy Lam's "Elevate" collection. This piece is hand-crafted by the artist in Canada with hand-carved wood fashioned with classic j...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
$1,200
H 8 in W 20 in D 3.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern sideboard features a floating glass top and angled legs. Sleek design
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid Century Floating Top Walnut Desk by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Walnut floating top desk supported by cylindrical feet, model 1625 designed by Milo Baughman for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
$7,500
H 29.75 in W 57.75 in D 28 in
Danish Modern Oak Floating Sideboard by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Oak Floating Sideboard by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Oak
$1,650
H 16.74 in W 63 in D 15.75 in
Danish Modern Oak Floating Sideboard by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Oak Floating Sideboard by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Oak
$1,889
H 16.74 in W 63 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century modern iron and glass hanging shelves
Located in Hudson, NY
Add a touch of mid-century sophistication to your space with these floating shelves. Crafted from
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
Vintage mid century modern exquisite Danish teak wood desk
Located in Phoenix, AZ
1960s Danish teak wood desk. Excellent mid century modern floating style with sculptural legs and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Curved Rattan Shelf
Located in Oxford, GB
Indulge your space with the unique aesthetic of this Pencil Reed Rattan Curved Floating Shelf
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Rattan
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, Wall Mounted Bookshelf, Teak, Norway, 1967
Located in Manhasset, NY
Norwegian Mid-Century Modern, Wall Mounted Bookshelf, Teak, Norway, 1967
This elegant wall-mounted
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
$4,500
H 33 in W 93 in D 11 in
Greta Grossman Mid Century Modern Vintage Sideboard Credenza in Walnut 1950's
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Troy, MI
Stunning Mid Century modern sideboard in walnut designed by Greta Magnusson - Grossman for Glenn of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
$8,500
H 32.75 in W 72 in D 18 in
Grete Jalk for Glostrup Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Coffee Table
By Grete Jalk, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful mid-century modern, rosewood Danish coffee table by Grete Jalk for Glostrup Mobelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
$3,895
H 17 in W 63.25 in D 23.5 in
Fantastic Pair Of Burled Mastercraft Night Stand Mid-century Modern
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
give the illusion of the cabinet floating. Each door has heavy solid brass pulls-they open to reveal a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$2,720 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 24 in W 32 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Palisander Console & Mirror Set
By Pedersen & Hansen
Located in Forney, TX
table becomes a floating wall hanging shelf with legs removed, or a diminutive bench in the foyer
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Copper
$3,495 / set
H 61 in W 35.5 in D 13 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Square Leg CREDENZA / Sideboard, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Apartment sized Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza / Sideboard, c. 1960's. The legs are the
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
$3,150
H 30 in W 53 in D 18 in
Pair of Italian Md 20th Century Wall Shelf / Console Table in Cane & Rattan
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
of this vintage floating shelf is often attributed to designers Franco Albini and Franca Helg and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
$1,417 / set
H 12.6 in W 22.45 in D 6.7 in
Danish Rosewood Floating Bookcase by HG Furniture, 1960s.
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, HG Furniture
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Rosewood Floating Bookcase by HG Furniture, 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern small
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, 1960
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Executive Free Standing Desk in the Style of Bodil Kjær, Denmark, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
$7,880
H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 39.38 in
Pair of Italian Md 20th Century Wall Shelf / Console Table F. Albini Style
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
of this vintage floating shelf is often attributed to designers Franco Albini and Franca Helg and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
$1,417 / set
H 12.6 in W 17.92 in D 7.88 in
Pair of White Mid Century Bedside Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
signature mid-century floating effect while maintaining sturdy functionality, making it an adaptable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
Floating Bedside Tables in Rosewood, 1960s, Set of 2
By Melvin Mikkelsen Mobler
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Enhance your space with the timeless allure of our Danish Floating Shelf, a genuine piece of mid
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Teak, Rosewood
Pair of Italian Mid Century Bedside Tables
Located in Westport, CT
Sleek angles compose these Mid-Century Modern two-tier bedside tables with floating glass shelf and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Cut Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Oak and Glass Cabinet
By Bernhardt
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century oak and glass wall mounted cabinet. Perfect for those who have a collection of items to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood, Oak
1960s Witco Queen Headboard w/ Floating Nightstands in Tiki Carved Wood
By Witco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carries a much cleaner mid-century design languge, made of layered wood carved into the shapes you see
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
$3,000 / set
H 48 in W 109.25 in D 24 in
Pair of Italian Mid Century Bedside Tables
Located in Westport, CT
Sleek angles compose these Mid-Century Modern two-tier bedside tables with floating glass shelf and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Fruitwood
Mid Century Brutalist Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Brutalist Sideboard. Spectacular period Brutalist Sideboard of the mid century
Category
Vintage 1950s American Brutalist Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Spruce
Set of Five Kartell Inspired White Floating Molded Acrylic Wall Shelves
By Kartell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 molded, Mid-Century, acrylic floating wall shelves. Two small (1 bright white, 1 off white
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Acrylic
$1,100 / set
H 13.75 in W 31.625 in D 12.125 in
1950s Vintage Lane Furniture Mid-Century Hexagonal Side Table
By Lane Furniture
Located in Sheridan, CO
Mid-century modern hexagonal walnut veneer side table, Lane Furniture, c.1950s. This super cool
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Wood
Restored Child Size Floating "Ladder" Rattan Coffee & Side Table Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare, beautifully restored child-size floating "Jacob's Ladder" coffee table and side table
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rattan
$3,540 / set
H 16 in W 10 in D 18 in
Marcel Breuer Custom Floating Credenza with Bar and Stereo System
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Chicago, IL
the Cohens. The floating wall credenza is in original condition unaltered. White lacquered body with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Eugenio Diez of Buenos Aires Illuminated & Inlaid Floating Bar Cabinet
By Eugenio Diez
Located in Hanover, MA
with pull-out glass shelf for mixing. The central cabinet is an open mirrored upper cabinet with glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
$22,400 Sale Price
30% Off
H 63 in W 104 in D 22 in
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Floating Shelf Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the floating shelf mid century modern you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each floating shelf mid century modern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer floating shelf mid century modern, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A floating shelf mid century modern is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one floating shelf mid century modern that is appealing in its simplicity, but Walter Wirtz, Milo Baughman and Carl Auböck produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Floating Shelf Mid Century Modern?
Prices for a floating shelf mid century modern start at $485 and top out at $6,700 with the average selling for $2,223.
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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