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Grey Mid-Century Oak Armchair by Jan Vanek, 1950s, Czechia
By Jan Vanek
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Grey midcentury oak armchair. Architect: Jan Vanek Period: 1950-1959 Source: Czechia Material
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Lacquer

Italian Grey Mid-Century Modern Armchair
By Arredamenti ISA
Located in Weesp, NL
ISA Italy armchair Mid-Century Modern Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern Isa, Bergamo Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Grey Mid-Century Modern Armchair
Italian Grey Mid-Century Modern Armchair
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 28.75 in
Rare White and Grey Mid-Century Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Van Oss Culemborg
Located in Schagen, NL
Elegant set of four dining chairs featuring each four tapered teak legs and a comfortable flexible seating which still has its original upholstery. However the leatherette is in good...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Charlotte Perriand Original Grey Mid-Century Wall Lights (4 available)
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in London, GB
Exceptionally designed wall lights by Charlotte Perriand for Steph Simon. A design classic. The adjustable shades hide the bulb but can be turned to diffuse light equally or direct...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Cristal Arte Beautiful Oval Grey Mid-Century Wall Mirror, Italy, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Arte. Oval mirror with a grey smoked rectangular backplate glass with rounded corners. Excellent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Large Leight Grey Mid Century Ceramic Table Lamp circa 1970 Design
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Realised circa 1970 Elegant large ceramic table lamp Light brown and grey ceramic glazes
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large Thomas Toft Decorative Bowl, Blue and Grey Mid-century Danish Ceramic
By Thomas Toft
Located in Aarhus C, DK
matte grey and cobalt-blue glaze. The outside bottom part is left unglazed. Made at his own ceramic
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Grey Mid Century Armchairs Made in 1950s Czechia, Original Condition
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of midcentury armchairs. Original preserved condition Source: Czechia Material: Oak Period: 1950-1959.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Oak

Little Grey Mid-Century Hala Zeist Reading Lamp with Star Cut-outs on Shade
By Hala Zeist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, very appealing little grey enameled reading lamp with tiny little cut-out stars around
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Italian Sofa by ISA Bergamo, c.1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in London, GB
A grey mid-century modern design sofa by ISA Bergamo designed c.1950s. The sofa is upholstered in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Sofa by ISA Bergamo, c.1950s
Mid-Century Italian Sofa by ISA Bergamo, c.1950s
H 36.23 in W 52.37 in D 52.37 in
Grey Glass Bowl from the "Fionia" Series Designed by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
By Per Lütken, Holmegaard
Located in Berlin, DE
Grey Mid-Century Modern Glass Bowl from the "Fionia" Series Designed by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Smoked Glass

Red and Gray Mid-Century Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with Floral Medallions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Red and grey Mid-Century vintage Turkish Oushak Runner with floral medallions, rug is 161, country
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

20th Century Danish Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Teakwood Lounge Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A grey Mid-Century Modern Danish pair of Scandinavian lounge chairs featuring slightly curved
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid Century Dark Gray Metal Scissor Extendable Wall Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Grey mid century scissor wall lamp made out of metal. The lamp can stretch out and fold easily with
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20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Cream and Gray Colored Midcentury Turkish Rug in Medallion Khotan Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Turkish rug from mid-20th century Turkey is enhanced by its lustrous wool. The light cream-colored ground
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Vintage 1950s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid century 60s grey checked sofa
Located in Leicester, GB
Amazing condition 1960s sofa. Comfortable three seater Original grey wool check upholstery with off
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Mid-20th Century British Space Age Settees

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Wool, Acrylic

Mid century 60s grey checked sofa
Mid century 60s grey checked sofa
H 29.93 in W 66.93 in D 33.47 in
Mid Century Italian Grey Munari Sofa
By Bruno Munari
Located in Brussel, BE
Elegant Italian Munari canape made during 1970's. New upholstery contrasting with a nice wood structure. The perfect touch for an unforgettable decoration.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes

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Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Italian Grey Munari Sofa
Mid Century Italian Grey Munari Sofa
H 28.35 in W 102.37 in D 45.28 in
Mid-19th Century "Grey Rabbits, Old & Young" Audubon Print
By John James Audubon
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-19th century "Grey Rabbits, Old & Young" (Eastern Cottontail) Audubon Print Octavo Edition of
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Romantic Prints

Materials

Paper

Italian Mid Century Grey Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian mirror with grey mirrored frame. Measurements: Height: 39" Width at
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Vintage 1960s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Italian Mid Century Grey Mirror
Italian Mid Century Grey Mirror
H 39 in W 24 in D 1 in
Mid-Century Modern Gradient Grey Upholstered Daybed
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern gradient grey monochrome upholstered daybed; walnut and bronze base. Upholstery
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Bronze

Mid-century grey desk lamp USSR 1972
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Illuminate your space with this vintage gray desk lamp, a product of the USSR in 1972. Crafted entirely from metal, this lamp boasts a sturdy and stable base, ensuring it stands the ...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Two Grey Hills Navajo Style
By Navajo
Located in Dallas, TX
, Traditional, Eclectic, Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Industrial, Artisan, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, and Lake Tahoe
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Grey Upholstered Mid Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
In the Style of Chet Beardsley ,these Chairs Features a unique Cone Shaped Top. Possibly Circa 1960. The Curve of the Leg is also Unique, Setting this Chair Apart from Others Dimens...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Fontana Arte Grey Glass Mid-Century Chandelier
By Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
A smoked glass six bulb chandelier in the style of Fontana Arte, with three glass disks, each with a diameter of 10". Six sockets. Will include brand new socket converters for Europe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wall Hanging Vertical Black & Grey Signed Hayms
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A marvelous Mid-Century Modern Brutalist style sculptural wall hanging titled "Black & Grey
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Neutral Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Runner in Grey
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century in grey among
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair by Roger Sprunger in Grey Velvet Mid Century
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Dunbar lounge chair model 484 designed by Roger Sprunger. Mahogany frame with new dark grey
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Grey Lacquer
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern lounge chair in grey Lacquer. American, circa 1960’s. Masterfully restored in a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Two Grey Hills Navajo Rug, Organic Modern Meets Subtle Southwest
By Navajo
Located in Dallas, TX
, Nomadic, Ethnic, Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary, Modern, Bohemian, Boho Chic, Eclectic, Black Forest
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Late 20th Century American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Two Grey Hills Navajo Rug, Subtle Southwest Meets Organic Modern
By Navajo
Located in Dallas, TX
, Santa Fe, Pacific Northwest, Southwestern, Tribal, Nomadic, Ethnic, Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary
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Late 20th Century American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid Century Italian Wooden Table with Grey Glass
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
Classic mid century style design environments.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Italian Wooden Table with Grey Glass
Mid Century Italian Wooden Table with Grey Glass
H 31.11 in W 71.26 in D 33.47 in
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Navajo Adirondack Design and Two Grey Hills Style
By Navajo
Located in Dallas, TX
, Southwestern, Tribal, Nomadic, Ethnic, Adirondack, Black Forest, Traditional, Eclectic, Modern, Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Grey Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Flat-Weave Kilim Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century made up of 3
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

MId-century Grey Armchair by Zenon Bączyk, Poland, 1960s
By Zenon Bączyk
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
, finished with a semi matte varnish. The upholstery is high quality fabric in warm grey-beige color. The
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Armchairs Grey Greenish Leather
Located in Weiningen, CH
Completely re upholstered and recovered with grey greenish leather brass legs.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Malayer Throw Rug In Grey & Brown
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Malayer throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century in shades of grey and
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Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Continental Mid-Century Grey and Rose Marble Lidded Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
A perfect box to hold remotes or other slim but long items.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble

Spectacular Mid-Century Grey and Amber Poliedri Chandelier, 1960
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous original Polyhedral Murano glass chandelier. Rare combination of amber, grey and clear
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-century grey pendant lamp by Veca Italy 1980s
By VECA
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
embodies the iconic mid-century modern aesthetic. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing glow of the carefully
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Handwoven Flatweave Honeycomb Grey Rug
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
-spun wool using only vegetable dyes by artisans weavers crafting unique carpets for centuries in rural
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Smoked Grey Glass Teardrop Bud Vase
By Holmegaard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid-Century Modern blown glass vase in hues of smoked grey or translucent black. Bud vase has
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Flatweave Kilim Room Size Carpet in Grey
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish flatweave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century in shades
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Style Modern Flatweave Grey Wool Rug
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
Our Charmo flatweave rug is made with handspun wool and natural dyes. It is inspired by the antique kilims that are native to the Kurdish region in Iran. NASIRI continues their rich ...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Decorative Silver Witch Mirror Metal Grey Color
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Decorative and original mid-20th century silver witch mirror. Metal grey color. Original good
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Grey and Amber Spectacular Mid-Century Poliedri Chandelier, 1960
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous original Polyhedral Murano glass chandelier. Rare combination of amber, grey and clear
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-Century Armchair, Wood and Grey Kvadrat Upholstery, Europe, 1960s
By Zenon Bączyk
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Mid century lounge chair model B-7752, designed by Zenon Baczyk, has been manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century TOMADO Style Red and Grey Industrial Shelving Unit
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Tomado style industrial shelving with Red and Grey shelves on black enameled metal
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Fulvio Bianconi Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Grey with Textured Design Lidded
By Fulvio Bianconi
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
grey tinted color with a textured swirl design. Bianconi was an Italian Murano glass artist. He is best
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Mid-20th Century Jars

Materials

Murano Glass

Danish Mid-century Modern stool reupholstered in grey sheep skin
Located in Berlin, DE
Danish Mid-century Modern stool reupholstered in grey sheep skin This ottoman/pouf/ stool was
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish Mid-Century Double Gooseneck Grey Fiberglass Desk Lamp, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
lamp base, brass lamp rods and two adjustable cone shaped lamp shades made of grey fiberglass. The lamp
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Wilhelm Knoll Antimott Walnut Mid Century Sofa Grey Wool
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Munich, Bavaria
grey wool.  
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Square White & Grey Marble Coffee Center Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern 40x40 square white & grey marble coffee center table. Single pedestal base.
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Wilhelm Knoll Antimott Walnut Mid Century Armchair Grey Wool
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Munich, Bavaria
light grey wool which is in a very good condition.        
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Walnut

Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Tabriz Room Size Carpet in Red & Grey
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian Tabriz room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century with a grey field
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Mid-20th Century Persian Edwardian Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
. Set includes 1 armchair and 5 side. Made in Hickory, North Carolina, USA, the mid 20th century
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Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Chair in Woven Grey by Pierre Frey
By La Maison Pierre Frey
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Armchair designed by Pierre Frey, borrows from both the Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern eras. The
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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Grey Sofa by Raffaella Crespi, Italy, 1960s
By Raffaella Crespi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern grey sofa by Raffaella Crespi, Italy, 1960s New Upholstery.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Large Mid Century Grey and Red Glazed Dutch Pottery Vase
Located in Tilburg, NL
Large sized mid-century vase, The Netherlands, 1950s. This elegant cone shaped vase is timeless
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Pottery

Mid Century Wooden Dining Chair in Grey Upholstery, Poland, 1960s
By Rajmund Hałas
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
quality and durable fabric in a warm grey color. The chair structure is made of beech wood finished with
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Wood, Beech

Grey Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Flat-Weave Kilim Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century with a
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the grey mid century you’re looking for. A grey mid century — often made from metal, fabric and wood — can elevate any home. There are 1748 variations of the antique or vintage grey mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 153 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a grey mid century — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right grey mid century, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made grey mid century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Gubi are consistently popular.

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A grey mid century can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,682, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $67,134.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid 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, 2021
    Mid 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.