Mid Century Lidded Bowl by Ceramiche Batignani, Italy
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A beautiful pumpkin shaped bowl with lid crowned by a brass handle by Ceramiche Batignani from the
Ceramic
Gastone Batignani Engraved Ceramic Vase, Italy 1940s
By Gastone Batignani
Located in Naples, IT
The Ceramiche Batignani company was born in Tuscany in 1907 from the artistic and creative skills
Ceramic
$2,186
H 20.48 in Dm 8.67 in
Luxury Hollywood Regency Table Lamp from Ceramiche Batignani Firenze Italy
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Hannover, DE
the finest Italian painters. The flowers and decorations are absolutely stunning, and the colors and
Ceramic, Paint
$301Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in
Ceramic Bowl by Ceramiche Batignani from the 1950s
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Milano, MI
is a name synonymous with excellence in Italian ceramic art. Founded in 1907 by Gastone Batignani
Ceramic
$680Sale Price|30% Off
H 10.63 in Dm 6.7 in
Art Deco Vase in Ceramic Green Bronzed with Batignani 1930 Bronze Application
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Terracotta Art Deco vase in ceramic green bronze with Batignani 1930 bronze application.
Terracotta
$961Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.69 in Dm 8.67 in
Italian Huge Craftsmanship Ceramic Batignani Lamp with Hand Painted Palm Leaves
Located in Scandicci, Florence
background. This lamp is entirely hand painted by the ceramists of the artisan company "Ceramiche Batignani
Ceramic
Vaso Batignani 1940
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Napoli, NA
Bellissimo vaso/ portaombrelli in ceramica Made in Italy
Ceramic
Batignani Mid-Century Modern Italian Green Ceramic Round Vase circa 1950
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Aci Castello, IT
the bottom Batignani.
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Vase, circa 1950
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Aci Castello, IT
It's a gold and green malachite effect ceramic vase made in Italy in the 1950s by Batignani in
Ceramic
Potiche Batignani Italia Metà '900 ca
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Potiche in ceramica decorata a grottesche e dorature. Presa del coperchio a pigna. Sotto la base marchio della manifattura.
Ceramic
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H 20.48 in Dm 13.78 in
Large Ceramic Vase by Gastone Batignani, Dark Green and Turquoise, Italy 1940s
By Gastone Batignani
Located in Greding, DE
turquoise. Signed Batignani Italy on the bottom.
Ceramic
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H 2 in W 2 in D 3.5 in
Batignani, Florence Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Miniature Vide-Poche c1950s
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
in color and glaze, a super little piece Signed Batignani, Italy, circa 1950s Measures: Height 2 inch
Ceramic
Italian Midcentury Ceramic Vase by Gastone Batignani, 1950s
By Gastone Batignani
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Florentine ceramics from the mid-century. Made by Gastone Batignani during the 1950s. Signed with
Ceramic
Midcentury Umbrella Stand by Ceramiche Batignani
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Handmade ceramic umbrella stand made from Italian manufacturer Batignani. This piece is in very
Ceramic
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H 8.67 in W 8.27 in D 2.37 in
Batignani Firenze Mid-Century Italian Hand Painted Bronzed Ceramic Cherubs, 50s
By Ceramiche Batignani
Located in Puglia, Puglia
and signed by Batignani, Florence, 1950s.
Ceramic
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonlight' cream sheepskin and features ...
Sheepskin, Oak
Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...
Marble
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Juliette Lamp by Charlie Dumais
By Dumais Made
Located in Bantam, CT
Our stoneware Juliette Lamp is handcrafted using slab-construction techniques. The lamp’s pattern is created by rolling the surface with textured rolling pins and rods. FINISH - Ca...
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
$3,450
H 34 in W 72.5 in D 32 in
Danish Midcentury 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak and Wool by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after sofa attributed to Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak, Hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & crafts...
Brass
$576
H 19.69 in W 51.97 in D 16.54 in
19th Century Antique Iron Brass and Mesh Four Panel Folding Fireplace Screen
By Napoléon III
Located in Antwerpen, BE
19th century French Fireplace screen, Napeleon III Period. Fire screen in cast iron, brass and mesh screen. Foldable fireplace screen, four rectangular panels. The total width of the...
Brass, Iron, Wire
Handmade Ceramic Spikes Black Round Vase
By OWO Ceramics
Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful black round vase with spikes, perfect for showcasing your cherished blooms. Providing a unique perspective from every angle, this round ceramic vase blurs the line between ...
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Hand-forged iron design sculpture candle holder, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Hand-forged iron design sculpture candle holder, 1960s A beautifully perfectly shaped tree of life made of iron. Artful craftsmanship. We have a matching wall candle holder from t...
Metal, Iron
$1,330 / item
H 61 in W 10 in D 10 in
Natural Oak Modern Hugo Barbell Floor Lamp, Ivory Linen Shade, Natural
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hand-crafted in Pennsylvania, the solid oak balls create a fixture that is as sturdy as it is stylish. The grained oak texture shows through the finish revealing a rich history uniqu...
Linen, Oak
$1,750 / item
H 24 in W 16 in D 16 in
FIN Shade Ceramic Table Lamp, Hand Built, Green Satin Glaze, by Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN _November Green Please note that this listing includes the table base, light bulbs and finial. It is wired for use in the US. If you would like a linen shade as shown in the imag...
Ceramic
Art Deco bronze sculpture male torso France 1930
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze sculpture male torso. Bronze, dark green patina on a Portor marble base. France 1930.
Marble, Bronze
The Forsyth Checkerboard Rug - Tile Checks in Off Black, 9x12
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Our beautiful wool and jute checkerboard rugs are expertly handwoven in Jaipur, India. The checkerboard pattern and neutral off black & natural coloring are chic and sophisticated wi...
Wool, Jute
$1,880
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in
Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box, Sterling Silver Jewllery Box Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique valuable handmade sterling silver box or Decorative jewllery box with Illustration pressed, cast and chased. Rectangular body on short, curved feet with hinged, vaulted lid. ...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
1960s Italian wall mirror
Located in bari, IT
1960s brass framed wall mirror, mid-century modern style make it a striking piece. When you purchase vintage design products on our website, the cost includes secure and careful pac...
Brass
Silk over Metal "Stand By" Pendant Lamp 33 in / 84 cm
Located in linden, NJ
The Stand By Pendant Light is an eye-catching statement piece that will add a touch of elegance and artistry to any space. The powerful sculptural kinetic lamp elevates any interior ...
Metal
$4,858 / set
H 16.93 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in
Pair of Brass and Opaline Wall Lamps by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This exquisite pair of wall lamps from 1960s from Italy embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-century modern design. Designed and manufactured by renowned Italian brand Stil...
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.
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