Set of 4 Midcentury Foster-McDavid Black Vinyl Dining Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
lattice structure supported on straight legs (Foster-McDavid Furniture, Tampa FL).
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Set of 4 Midcentury Foster-McDavid Black Vinyl Dining Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
lattice structure supported on straight legs (Foster-McDavid Furniture, Tampa FL).
Wood
Set of 4 Mid-Century Foster-McDavid Black Vinyl Dining Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
lattice structure supported on straight legs (Foster-McDavid Furniture, Tampa FL) (priced as set).
Wood
Foster-McDavid Marble Top Game Table with Four Lounge Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual marble top game table with four lounge chairs by Foster-McDavid. Original pale yellow
Marble, Brass
$2,850 / set
H 42.5 in W 23 in D 19 in
5 Walnut Foster and McDavid Cane-Back Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Set by Foster McDavid. Founded in 1950 in Tampa, Florida- Foster
Cane, Faux Leather, Walnut
$2,650 / set
H 42.5 in W 23 in D 19 in
Six Walnut Foster and McDavid Cane Back Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Set by Foster McDavid. Founded in 1950 in Tampa, Florida- Foster
Cane, Walnut
$3,995 / set
H 37.5 in W 20.5 in D 22 in
Mid-Century Modern Foster-McDavid Cobalt Blue Faux Leather Dining Chairs Set 4
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Topeka, KS
furniture company started in the early 1950’s by Robert Foster and Joe McDavid. According to online posts by
Faux Leather, Walnut
$3,992 / set
H 37 in W 19 in D 22 in
Set 8 Mid-Century Modern Foster McDavid Solid Walnut Red Velvet Dining Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in West Chester, PA
Set of eight sophisticated Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Foster McDavid, having dramatic
Velvet, Walnut
$2,680Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 41 in W 17 in D 19 in
Set of 5 Mid-Century Foster-McDavid Dining Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Medina, OH
A set of five Foster & McDavid dining chairs, walnut, circa 1960s. Founded in Florida in 1950s. One
Velvet, Walnut
$4,196Sale Price|30% Off
H 36 in W 72 in D 21.63 in
Lighted Custom Made Modern Cherry Buffet Dry Bar With Wine Rack and Bar Cart
By Brown Saltman, Jens Risom, Foster-McDavid, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Please believe me when I say pictures don't this piece justice. The cherry wood shimmers and gleams with an almost indescribable Iridescence that looks like rivers of honey that form...
Mahogany
Foster McDavid Walnut Dining Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in New York, NY
Stunning set of six Foster McDavid walnut dining chairs. Two armchairs and four side chairs with
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Foster-McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Toledo, OH
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern credenza by Foster-McDavid. Credenza features a right and left two
Foster-McDavid Mid-Century Credenza / Sideboard with Hutch
By Foster-McDavid
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vintage walnut credenza / sideboard by Foster-McDavid features a hutch and plenty of storage. The
Glass, Walnut
Mid Century Octagonal Inlay Dining Table by Foster, McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in New York, NY
noted American Mid-Century Modern designers, Foster - McDavid, unsigned, but well documented form.
Walnut
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Foster-McDavid Dining Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful set of 8 mid-century modern dining chairs by Foster-McDavid with a caned back and is made
Mohair, Walnut
Foster-McDavid Style Walnut Credenza with Brass Latches, 1960s
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Restored Mid-Century Modern American made walnut credenza. The simple design is embellished with brass latches along the door fronts. This piece is intriguing in the way that it bala...
Brass
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H 41 in W 25 in D 25 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Solid Walnut & Cane Armchairs by Foster-McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of stylish American walnut & cane armchairs by Foster-McDavid, solid walnut with
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
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H 41 in W 23 in D 23 in
A Stylish Pair of American Walnut Side Chairs; Designed by Foster-McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in San Francisco, CA
A stylish pair of American upholstered walnut side chairs designed by Foster-McDavid; each with
Sold
H 30 in W 53.5 in D 18.5 in
Mid Century 4-Door Entertainment Records Console Cabinet Credenza Foster-McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in West Hartford, CT
Mid century four door entertainment console has beautiful walnut graining. Left side double doors open to record cubbies and shelving for the vinyl collector! Right side door open to...
Teak, Walnut
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H 35.5 in W 20 in L 35.5 in
Set of Five Mid-Century Modern Signed Foster-McDavid Ox Sculptural Dining Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare set of five Foster-McDavid Ox dining chairs with walnut frames and black vinyl fabric that is
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Walnut Two Door Cabinet Credenza Bar by Foster McDavid USA
By Foster-McDavid
Located in West Hartford, CT
Mid-century walnut two door cabinet. Multipurpose use as a dry bar, sideboard or entertainment cabinet. Has been polished to bring out beautiful wood graining. Great scale for apartm...
Teak, Walnut
Foster-McDavid Danish Modern Walnut Credenza Sideboard, 1960s
By Jens Risom, Foster-McDavid
Located in Chattanooga, TN
and walnut veneer over hardwood core. Made by Foster McDavid of Tampa Florida.
Walnut
1960s Vintage Foster McDavid Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Jens Risom
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of 6 Foster McDavid midcentury dining chairs with comfortable black naugahyde seats and caned
Walnut
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H 27 in W 53.5 in D 18.5 in
Mid Century Walnut Cabinet Credenza Sideboard Buffet Bar by Foster-McDavid USA
Located in West Hartford, CT
good stuff. Made in USA by Foster-McDavid, Tampa, FL.
Teak, Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 48 in D 48 in
Mid Century Modern Octagonal Dining Table by Foster McDavid Inc - 3 Leaves
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Dining Table by Walter of Wabash, featuring a pedestal base and three extension leaves for versatile dining. Some wear to the finish as shown in the p...
Wood
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H 29 in W 23 in D 26.5 in
Set of Two (2) Angular Arm Chairs in Walnut & Velour by Foster McDavid, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
for Foster McDavid, a small Tampa-based boutique furniture company established in 1950-1975, is proof
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
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H 23.25 in W 94.38 in D 17.88 in
Long and Low Jens Risom Style Modern Walnut Credenza Media Cabinet by Galloway's
By Jens Risom, Foster-McDavid
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. Attributed to Foster-McDavid and sold exclusively by Galloway's Furniture of Tampa, Florida, circa 1960s.
Walnut
Walnut and Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Desk with Brass Knobs
By Jens Risom, Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Foster-McDavid
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This handsome Mid-Century Modern desk is like a tuxedo, perfectly tailored and made of the finest materials. The desk cuts a clean silhouette with it’s angular Minimalist form. The c...
Brass
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H 18.5 in W 29.5 in D 29 in
Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Style Wedge Travertine and Walnut Side Table
By Jens Risom, Foster-McDavid, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Unique wedge shaped Mid-Century Modern end table in the style of Jens Risom. Triangle shape Italian travertine (stone) top with solid walnut wood frame. Tapered Danish look to the sp...
Travertine
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H 33 in W 96 in D 14 in
1950's Custom Made Mid-Century Modern Glass Door Mahogany Rosewood Credenza
By Jens Risom, Brown Saltman, Arne Vodder, Foster-McDavid
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pictures don't this piece justice. The mahogany (possibly Mindoro) shimmers and gleams with an almost indescribable Iridescence that looks like rivers of honey that form the ebbing a...
Mahogany, Glass, Rosewood
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H 34.88 in W 100 in D 26 in
Custom Made Colossal Mid-Century Modern Tambour Door Mahogany Credenza Sideboard
By Foster-McDavid, Arne Vodder, Jens Risom, Brown Saltman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Please believe me when I say pictures don't this piece justice. The mahogany (possibly Mindoro) shimmers and gleams with an almost indescribable Iridescence that looks like rivers of...
Mahogany
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H 29 in W 89.25 in D 42 in
Foster-McDavid Mid-Century Modern Dining Set, Table and Six Caned Back Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Miami, FL
is a Mid-Century Modern mahogany dining table with six caned back chairs by Foster McDavid Furniture
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
Midcentury Octagon Table
Located in New York, NY
walnut with diamond pattern legs. Very good condition. Foster McDavid Furniture Company an American
Walnut
Foster-McDavid Octagonal Walnut Table
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Redding, CT
Foster-McDavid octagonal walnut table. This beauty is reminiscent of Harvey Probber designs. This
Walnut
Octagonal Inlay Dining Table by Foster McDavid Inc
By Foster-McDavid
Located in New York, NY
single pedestal table. Foster McDavid "Intaglio" line dining table in very good original condition.
Walnut
Set of Four Foster McDavid High Back Dining Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in New York, NY
Nice set of four high back dining chairs designed by Foster McDavid in original green vinyl
Upholstery, Walnut
Foster-McDavid Walnut and Rosewood Dresser
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Miami, FL
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern double dresser with rosewood inlay manufactured by Foster-McDavid
Walnut, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Set by Foster-McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Toledo, OH
A beautiful set that includes the Probber style walnut octagon table and six chairs (one arm and five side chairs). Each chair features a tall caned back with crucifix frame and is u...
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet Credenza Bar by Foster McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in West Hartford, CT
Vintage mid-century two door cabinet in beautiful walnut. Sits on four legs and has lots of storage behind the front double doors. Great scale for apartment or smaller space. Why not...
Teak, Walnut
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H 30.25 in W 71.25 in D 18.25 in
Nine Drawer Mid Century Dresser by Foster - McDavid circa 1950/1960's
By Foster-McDavid
Located in New York, NY
usable as is, please see images. . Designed by Foster - McDavid, retains original paper label on the
Wood
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H 34.5 in W 20 in D 21 in
Set of Four Mid Century Dining Chairs by Foster - McDavid c 1950/1960's
By Foster-McDavid
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural set of Mid Century vintage dining chairs designed by Foster - McDavid. The
Upholstery, Walnut
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H 18.5 in W 30 in D 18.5 in
Petite Mid-Century Modern Bench by Foster-McDavid in the Style of Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Foster-McDavid
Located in Southampton, NJ
-McDavid, circa 1960. This bench came from Dave Foster's estate - the part owner and designer of Focter
Naugahyde, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Set
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-Century Modern walnut dining set by Foster McDavid. Founded in 1950 in Tampa, Florida Foster
Walnut, PVC
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H 37 in W 19 in D 17 in
Set of Four '4' Cane Back Dining Chairs by Foster McDavid in Walnut, USA, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Robert Foster Jr. these exquisite dining chairs by Foster McDavid, a small Tampa
Walnut
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H 32 in W 87.75 in D 19.5 in
Jens Risom Style Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hi-Fi Cabinet Media Credenza
By Foster-McDavid, Jens Risom
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Oh boy, where do we start on this one? Well, if you want to own the coolest piece of audio cabinetry ever created, this is it. Although it looks similar to the works to Jens Risom an...
Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 144 in D 54 in
Custom Made Colossal Mid-Century Modern Amorphic Conference Table Desk
By Foster-McDavid, Brown Saltman, Jens Risom
Located in Chattanooga, TN
beautiful and enormous. At 144" long, this is one of the biggest pieces of MCM furniture we've ever offered
Mahogany
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H 35 in W 99.75 in D 25.88 in
Custom Made Colossal Mid-Century Modern Tambour Door Mahogany Console Stereo
By Foster-McDavid, Arne Vodder, Brown Saltman, Jens Risom
Located in Chattanooga, TN
First, let's talk about these awesome cabinets, then we'll move on to the professionally restored, Original audio components and incredible sound. Please believe me when I say pictu...
Mahogany
Set of Six Foster & McDavid Dining Chairs
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of six Foster & McDavid dining chairs, walnut, circa 1960s. Founded in Florida in 1950s
Faux Leather, Walnut
Set of 12 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Foster-McDavid
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Alhambra, CA
frames. Sleek minimal design by Foster-McDavid. Dimensions: 19" D x 19" W 36" H x 18.25" seat height.
Set of Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Foster McDavid
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage set of walnut dining chairs produced by Foster McDavid. Spindle backrests with contrasting
Wool, Walnut
Harvey Probber Walnut Octagonal Dining Table for Foster McDavid
By Foster-McDavid, Harvey Probber
Located in New London, CT
This table, by renowned Mid-Century Modern designer Harvey Probber, is part of Foster McDavid
Walnut
Harvey Probber Walnut Octagonal Dining Table for Foster McDavid
By Foster-McDavid, Harvey Probber
Located in New London, CT
This table, by renowned Mid-Century Modern designer Harvey Probber, is part of Foster McDavid
Walnut
$1,795Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 21.66 in
Classic Chandelier 5 Arms Clear and Amethyst Murano Glass with Rings Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier 5 arms clear and amethyst Murano glass with rings by Multiforme. The classic Murano glass chandelier, as it is in the collective imagination. As many other chandel...
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$13,805 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
Ico Parisi Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Dining table in dark walnut and top in Italian bronzed glass in the Ico Parisi style of the 50s. The table has a beautiful sculptural shape. The table has been polished with shellac ...
Glass, Walnut
1960s MCM Green Vinyl Barrel Club Slipper Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1960s with this exquisite barrel chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement. Outstanding design ...
Faux Leather, Wood
$5,008Sale Price / item|39% Off
H 29.53 in Dm 27.56 in
Murano Chandelier Rezzonico 6Arms Clear-Multi-Color Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, crystal Murano glass, rich of multi-color details by Multiforme. This artistic glass chandelier is an elegant and delicate lighting work, colored with pa...
Blown Glass
$5,425 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 16.54 in
Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 45 Pendant Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Originally a Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. This one was designed for the famous Graben Cafè in Vienna - Comes in all sizes. ...
Brass
Pair of Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Maison Gouffé
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of Jean Royere / Maison Gouffe style armchairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a beige / stone premium 100% alpa...
Alpaca, Beech
Elegant Sofa Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Pierre Chareau, Paul Dupré-Lafon, Jules Leleu, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb Art Deco style sofa, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca fabric. Fast shipping worldw...
Alpaca, Beech
$11,032
H 16.34 in W 47.25 in D 22.84 in
Very Rare Max Ingrand Model 2352 Coffee Table, Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s
By Max Ingrand
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A very rare Max Ingrand Model 2352 Coffee Table, produced by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s Brass, gold leaf and mirrored, tinted glass. In original condition with signs of use and ag...
Brass, Gold Leaf
Olivier Mourgue Bouloum Fabric Lounge Chair, 1970s France
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek chaise lounge chair by Olivier Mourgue. Made in France, 1970s. Black fabric in good vintage condition with some light fading. Presents extremely well. Great piece of usable art...
Fabric
$14,800 / set
H 39.75 in W 26 in D 26 in
Pair 19th Century Ebonized Empire Style Black Hair Hide Armchairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th Century ebonized mahogany Empire style fauteuil with winged caryatids, newly upholstered in a deep espresso hairhide.
Bronze, Ormolu
$27,400
H 27.17 in W 144.1 in D 41.34 in
Adrian Pearsall ‘Platform’ Curved Sofa in Walnut and Butter Yellow Upholstery
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, ‘platform’ curved sofa, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a sol...
Fabric, Walnut
Full Moon Jar in Black Lacquer by Robert kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Full moon jar Black lacquer (60 coats) Copper base Hand repousse Lacquer is a laborious and time-consuming process. After it is tapped from the trees, lacquer needs to be boil...
Copper
Centro Progetti Tecno Large Round Dining Or Conference Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Centro Progetti Tecno, dining table model 'T334A', lacquered wood, aluminum, Italy, 1975-1978 A refined round dining table by Centro Progetti Tecno, featuring a luxurious black lacq...
Aluminum
“Entrelac” Max Idlas Ceramic Vessel, France 1950's
By Max Idlas
Located in New York, NY
Large Woven ceramic vessel with amazing craftsmanship and gunmetal glaze.
Ceramic
Enrique Garcel Style Lacquered Tessellated Horn Stone Table
By Enrique Garcel
Located in Houston, TX
Enrique Garcel style lacquered tessellated horn table featuring a central cylindrical base and orange stone banding with brass inlay.
Stone, Brass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
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You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.