Herman Miller CSS George Nelson Unit 48" Desk
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rare and sought-after Herman Miller CSS George Nelson Unit, set includes desk shelf piece with 3 drawers, shadowbox cube with a light attached to the bottom to shine down on the desk...
Metal
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Omni Wall Unit - 4 Bay
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller mid-century walnut omni wall unit - 4 bay This wall unit measures: 129.5 wide x 18 deep x 95 inches high.
Metal
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit, 1950
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit, 1950’s. Unit is Walnut and made in Zeeland, Michigan.
Walnut
1960's Yellow George Nelson CSS Yellow Tension-Pole Wall Unit, Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and substantial George Nelson Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) wall unit for Herman Miller, circa 1960s. This multi-bay tension-pole composition is distinguished by vivid yell...
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
Shelving Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1959
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Expansive Four Bay George Nelson ‘Comprehensive Storage System' (CSS) with customized ash shelving installed by first sale client in the 1970s. Introduced by Herman Miller in 1959,...
Wood
George Nelson Omni-Style Modular Wall Unit in Walnut with Black Metal Frame
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Striking mid-century modern wall unit in the style of George Nelson, featuring a versatile modular shelving system with warm walnut cabinetry and a distinctive black metal framework....
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Two-Bay Omni Wall Unit System
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A handsome and highly versatile two-bay Omni modular wall system designed by George Nelson & Associates for Herman Miller, circa 1960s–1970s.
Aluminum
Magnificent George Nelson 3 Bay Walnut Omni Wall Unit Mid Century Modern
By George Nelson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Classic George Nelson “Omni” modular wall unit is a mid-century American classic, manufactured by Herman Miller.
Aluminum
Peter Protzmann Zebra Wood Wall Unit for Herman Miller
By Peter Protzmann
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Peter Protzmann designed wall unit from the "Tubular Collection" (circa 1970-1971) for Herman Miller.
Zebra Wood
Peter Protzman for Herman Miller Wall Unit or Bookcase, circa 1970
By Herman Miller, Peter Protzmann
Located in South Bend, IN
This wall unit is from Herman Miller's "Tubular Collection" (circa 1970).
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Lighted George Nelson CSS Herman Miller Wall Unit
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a rare vintage comprehensive storage system wall unit, originally designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1959.
Metal
Modern Wall Desk By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MODERN AND FUNCTIONAL DESK WALL UNIT BY GEORGE NELSON, PRODUCED BY HERMAN MILLER.
Chrome, Metal
George Nelson CSS Wall Unit for Herman Miller, 1959
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Munster, NRW
Very rare George Nelson CSS wall unit for Hermann Miller, 1959, CSS (Comprehensive Storage System) off-white modular wall unit or room divider designed by George Nelson for Herman Mi...
Sold
H 78.5 in W 80 in D 18.5 in
Vintage CSS Wall Mounted Shelving Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage George Nelson CSS Wall Mounted Shelving Unit 1960s CSS wall unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller 1960's example with two bays of shelving Three shelves with adju...
Aluminum
CSS Wall Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
CSS Wall Unit by George Nelson For Herman Miller.
Aluminum
CSS Wall Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A three-bay CSS wall unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Steel
CSS Wall Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A four-bay CSS wall unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Aluminum, Steel
Wall Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in bruxelles, BE
Modular wall unit, composed of 3 boxes, 4 aluminum uprights and 12 planks. Wear due to time and age of the wall unit.
Metal, Aluminum
Three-Bay CSS Wall Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A three-bay CSS wall unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Steel
1970s CSS Modular Wall Unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
CSS white lacquered wood and stainless steel modular wall unit designed by George Nelson in 1957 and edited by Herman Miller between 1959 and 1973.
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 96 in W 98 in D 18 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller 4 Bay OMNI System Wall Shelving Unit Cabinets
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A George Nelson for Herman Miller Omni system 4 bay wall unit. This massive, magnificent wall unit is an icon of the mid century modern home and office.
Metal
Sold
H 90 in W 79 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Style CSS Wall Unit, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fantastic, compact shelving system, with nine shelves, three drawers and two cabinets, attributed to George Nelson CSS system. In excellent condition. The...
Sold
H 90 in W 76.75 in D 13.75 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller 3 Bay Omni System Mid Century Shelving Wall Unit
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Omni system wall unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller. A gorgeous mid century modern wall unit featuring sleek, brushed aluminum framing, and walnut shelving.
Wood
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Desk and Wall Unit Combo
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
George Nelson for Herman Miller comprehensive storage system or CSS desk and wall unit combination.
Aluminum
Wall Unit by George Nelson for Mobilier International, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wood and metal wall unit by Georges Nelson. It comprises 3 uprights, 9 shelves, 1 box with a folding door containing 2 drawers and storage units and 1 box with 2 doors containing a s...
Metal
Sold
H 72 in W 90 in D 17 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mounted Shelving Wall Unit Cado / Nelson Style
By George Nelson, Poul Cadovius, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fantastic hanging three bay wall shelving unit, in the style of George Nelson or Poul Cadovius. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 90" W x 17" D x...
Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller Paldao Secretary
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gilbert Rohde Paldao Secretary for Herman Miller. Two Part Wall Unit can be used with or without top.
Paldao
George Nelson for Herman Miller Wall Unit Mid-Century Modern
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Toledo, OH
George Nelson for Herman Miller Omni wall unit 98" wide. George Nelson designed, Omni Systems wall unit in great condition.
Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Css' Wall Unit
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The wall unit was the first piece of furniture by Herman Miller that made use of vertical space to free up living space.
Steel
Sold
H 74 in W 65 in D 16.5 in
Modern Peter Protzman for Herman Miller Zebra Wood and Chrome Tubular Wall Unit
By Herman Miller
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern Peter Protzman for Herman Miller zebra wood and chrome wall /shelf unit.
Chrome
George Nelson CSS Wall Unit for Herman Miller, 1959
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Munster, NRW
VERY RARE GEORGE NELSON CSS WALL UNIT FOR HERMANN MILLER 1959 CSS (Comprehensive Storage System) off white modular wall unit or room divider designed by George Nelson for Herman M...
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Walnut Wall Unit
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, 'Comprehensive Storage System (CSS)' wall unit, steel and aluminum, walnut, enameled masonite, laminate, United States, 1960s This storage system is...
Steel
Sold
H 36 in W 48 in D 24 in
George Nelson ‘Action’ Roll-Top Desk Wall Unit by Herman Miller, circa 1970s
By Herman Miller
Located in Kensington, MD
Manufactured by Herman Miller, circa 1970s. Upper storage compartment complete with original overhead lighting.
Metal
Eames Storage Unit 4x2 Wall Unit, with Herman Miller COA
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Culver City, CA
The functional beauty of Eames storage and wall units can be customized to fit your life. Dubbed "working art" since their 1949 debut as part of an exhibition at the Detroit Institut...
Steel
Five Bay George Nelson CSS Wall Unit for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Culver City, CA
An incredible piece of Mid-Century Modern design-- this five bay walnut George Nelson wall unit was designed for Herman Miller in 1959.
Steel
CSS Herman Miller Mid-Century Wall Unit by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern wall unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller provides a comprehensive storage system CSS that provides a completely flexible workspace.
Walnut
Midcentury George Nelson CSS Unit for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this authentic and original CSS Unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Aluminum
Sold
H 96 in W 97 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Wall Shelving Omni Unit, 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a wonderful wooden Omni wall unit, by George Nelson for Herman Miller, circa 1960s.
Wood
CSS Wall Unit with Vanity Mirror by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare CSS wall unit with residential modules, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller.
Aluminum
Sold
H 111.42 in W 99.61 in D 20.87 in
CSS Modular Wall Unit, George Nelson for Herman Miller & Mobilier International
By Herman Miller, Mobilier International, George Nelson
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
CSS white lacquered wood and stainless steel modular wall unit designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1957 and edited between 1959 and 1973.
Stainless Steel
George Nelson Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Phoenix, AZ
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS wall-mounted unit, circa early 1960s.
George Nelson CSS Wall Unit for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Comprehensive Storage System designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This six pole storage system is comprised of eight drawers with dovetail joinery, four can lights ...
Walnut
CSS Shelf by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1965
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Munster, NRW
CSS Shelf by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1965 Vintage modular wall unit crafted in white lacquered wood and Vintage modular wall unit crafted in white lacquered wood and alu...
Aluminum
George Nelson Herman Miller Three Bay CSS Shelf Wall Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Ferndale, MI
George Nelson for Herman Miller. Measures: 97” wide x 94" tall, plus four extensions. Shelves: 12” deep, cabinet: 19” deep.
Vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller Omni Single Bay Wall Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller Omni single bay wall unit. Anodized support, white cabinets and walnut shelves.
Walnut
George Nelson Five Bay CSS Wall Unit
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Mateo, CA
Large and exceptional CSS wall unit by George Nelson. This system has ten shelves, one magazine shelf, two large cabinets with sliding doors and an adjustable shelf, one small cabine...
Aluminum, Steel
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H 94 in W 97 in D 18.5 in
Handsome 3 Bay George Nelson Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit Mid-Century Modern
By George Nelson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS 3 bay wall unit. This wonderful set consists of 2 flip down cabinets, 8 adjustable shelves, 1 desk shelf and 4 gunmetal finish poles alon...
Metal
Sold
H 100 in W 64 in D 14.5 in
George Nelson CSS Book Shelf Wall Unit with Desk Herman Miller Circa 1955
By George Nelson
Located in Emeryville, CA
Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) in 1959 and produced it until 1973. Available in various wood finishes, the CSS could also be customized t...
Aluminum, Steel
Wall Unit by George Nelson for Mobilier International, 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wall unit composed of 5 boxes, 2 glass boards, 4 aluminum posts adjustable in height: Min: 258cm Max: 265cm and 4 wooden boards. Wear due to time and age of the wall unit.
Metal, Aluminum
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H 98 in W 105 in D 17.25 in
Omni Style Wall Unit Room Divider in Teak After George Nelson, Usa, circa 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Deland, FL
A rare and exceptional wall unit designed with strong influences taken from George Nelson's Omni Wall Unit for Herman Miller.
Aluminum
George Nelson Wall Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, 'Comprehensive Storage System (CSS)' wall unit, steel and aluminum, walnut, United States, 1960s This storage system is designed by Nelson in the ...
Aluminum, Steel
Peter Protzman Herman Miller Wall Unit
By Herman Miller, Peter Protzmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare unlimited edition Peter Protzman wall unit from the "Tubular Collection" (circa 1970-1971) for Herman Miller.
Chrome
George Nelson for Herman Miller "Action Office" Wall Unit
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
George Nelson for Herman Miller "Action Office" wall unit.
George Nelson OMNI Walnut Wall Unit, ca. 1960
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
George Nelson OMNI Walnut Wall Unit, ca. 1960. Beautiful original early OMNI walnut and aluminum wall unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Turners Falls, MA
George Nelson for Herman Miller four-bay CSS wall unit. Unit consists of three-drawer cabinet, single-drawer cabinet, drop front cabinet with interior light, two-drawer filling cabin...
Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit
Located in Hudson, NY
This is a super handsome walnut wall unit designed by George Nelson. It consists of 13 shelves, 1 double file cabinet, 1 file cabinet with drawers, 1 table/desk, 3 separate drawers (...
Metal
George Nelson Herman Miller Omni CSS Wall Unit Desk
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Very nice George Nelson for Herman Miller 2 Bay CSS.
Aluminum
George Nelson 2 Section Wall Mount CSS Wall Unit for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Long Beach, CA
George Nelson 2 Section Wall Mount CSS Wall Unit for Herman Miller. Completely modular unit features 2 3 drawer chests (note continuous wood grain on cabinet faces) 2 Glass front di...
Aluminum
George Nelson CSS Wall Unit
By George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS (Comprehensive Storage System) wall unit, one of the most advanced storage systems of it's day and even now it's design has withstood the test of ...
Aluminum
Rare George Nelson CSS Wall Unit in rosewood by Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Maastricht, NL
Extremely rare custom ordered George Nelson CSS free hanging wall unit in rosewood with glass shelves in excellent original condition with a beautiful patina. Rosewood is not faded a...
Metal
Sold
H 96 in W 97 in D 19.5 in
Original CSS 'Comprehensive Storage System' by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Here for your consideration is an original 1950s design by George Nelson for Herman Miller. USA. The CSS. This wall unit features a 3 bay system composed of 4 silver extruded alu...
Aluminum
Sold
H 98 in W 98 in D 87 in
Exceptional George Nelson CSS Wall Unit with Desk and Credenza by Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Long Beach, CA
Exceptional George Nelson 3 section CSS Wall Unit with Desk and Credenza by Herman Miller.
Metal
George Nelson CSS (Comprehensive Storage System) Wall Unit
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Consisting of three "Bays", this unit can be configured in just about any arrangement as all the pieces are held on by adjustable brackets that slide up or down the uprights and lock...
Aluminum
George Nelson CSS Comprehensive Storage System
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS wall unit, one of the most advanced storage systems of it's day and even now it's design has withstood the test of time.
Aluminum
Herman Miller Action Office Desk and Wall Unit
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Action office desk and wall unit. Rare intact entire set with the original fabric doors on the wall unit.
CSS Wall Unit with Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Belmont, MA
This CSS was installed in the original owner's home in the early 1960's and was never moved, so it is in near-mint condition. Component list upon request.
Walnut
George Nelson CSS Wall Unit, Herman Miller, 1957
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Three bay George Nelson CSS unit with rare metal shelves. Includes ten white metal shelves, drop front cabinet, magazine display shelf and a four drawers cabinet. Walnut element...
Aluminum
Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960
By Lyby Mobler
Located in Deland, FL
A rare find and truly an exceptional design is this wall unit by Lyby Mobler. The unit is assembled with steel poles, accented with teak caps. The unit can be adjusted to several con...
Teak
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Mateo, CA
Double pedestal desk by Herman Miller. This desk was probably a custom order. There are three wide drawers and three small drawers. The top small drawer has a sliding pencil tray. Th...
Chrome
Gerald McCabe Barzilay Wall Unit
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a nine bay Barzilay wall unit by Gerald McCabe of Los Angeles. Oiled walnut with aluminum detail in great condition. We have a variety of cabinets, shelves, and desk componen...
Aluminum
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is a versatile size and can be used as a bookshelf, bar, media cabinet, vitrine, or wall cabinet. It consists...
Glass, Wood, Teak
$4,800
H 84.85 in W 95.08 in D 13.39 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase, Italian Design, 1950, Excellent Condition
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage freestanding walnut bookcase with shelves, storage compartments with hinged doors and compartment with drop down.
Walnut
$4,447
H 96.86 in W 65.36 in D 18.12 in
Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This is a rare American ‘Omni’ modular freestanding shelving system in walnut and aluminium, designed by George Nelson in 1952 and manufactured by Herman Miller, America. The shelvi...
Metal, Aluminum
George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet. Uncommon little cabinet that does not take up much space. Some light wear/scratches. Notably to the top. A ring-like mark on top. ...
Wood
$18,500
H 95.5 in W 129.25 in D 18.5 in
Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production 'CSS" - Comprehensive Storage System designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1959. This system is in excellent condition with the early Herman Miller lable cons...
Aluminum
George Nelson For Mobilier International Paris Mid Century Wall Unit
By Mobilier International
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Probably by George Nelson 1960's. An exceptional large scale wall unit with three compartments. Tall heavy black powder coated adjustable height metal frames with other metal legs. ...
Aluminum, Steel
Willy van der Meeren wardrobe Tubax Belgium 1952 yellow
By Tubax, Willy Van Der Meeren
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Industrial designed wardrobe by Willy van der Meeren and manufactured by Tubax, Belgium 1952. Originally it was used in boarding schools, so not many of them are still around. It's m...
Metal
$3,570
H 80 in W 104 in D 18 in
Mid century Danish rosewood wall unit by Kai Kristiansen FM, with desk & light
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Liberty, NY
Stunning mid century Danish rosewood three bay wall unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler. Consists of two large cabinets - 28.5" tall and 11" deep, 33 5/8" wide with two adjustable ...
Rosewood
$10,395
H 60.25 in W 64 in D 8 in
Evans Clark for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Room Divider Bookshelf
By Evans Clark, Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Evans Clark for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Room Divider Bookshelf The closed room divider measures: 32 wide x 16 deep x 60.25 inches high The opened room divider measure...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1960s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wall unit by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1960s.
Wood
$4,685
H 87.01 in W 77.17 in D 14.97 in
Italian industrial modern Yellow modular bookcase Congress by Lips Vago, 1970s
By Lips Vago
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian industrial modern yellow modular bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1970s Modular bookcase model Congress entirely in bright yellow painted metal. The structure is composed of ...
Metal
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This compact Mid-Century Modern Steel Frame credenza cabinet 'model 4036' was designed by American designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. The cabinet featur...
Steel, Chrome
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 81.89 in W 106.3 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Eugenio Escudero, Mexico, 1960
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Spectacular wall unit attributed by the Spanish designer and fervent admirer of Gio Ponti who settled in Mexico, Eugenio Escudero. Escudero is cataloged one of the greatest icons of ...
Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 4
By Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Paolo Buffa, Polished Walnut, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Walnut designed by Paolo Buffa, in good condition. The detailed club chair is composed with tw...
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Pink Marble Pedestal Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning pink marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piece ...
Marble
$6,154
H 78 in W 96.6 in D 15.8 in
Poul Cadovius Royal System Teak Modular Wall Unit Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impressive Danish Mid-Century Modern modular wall unit crafted in warm teak and dating to the 1960s. This versatile wall-mounted system combines generous storage with a functional wo...
Teak
$2,468Sale Price|28% Off
H 71.26 in W 47.25 in D 9.06 in
Giò Ponti in the Manner Italian Midcentury Coat Racks 50's
By Gio Ponti
Located in bari, IT
Walnut wood structure coat rack with brass table anchored to the structure, embellished with brass circles creating harmony in the wooden panel. Crystal hood with brass anchors. 1950...
Brass
$3,400
H 45 in W 35 in D 21 in
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 / Folding Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Buffalo, NY
A fold-down secretary desk that closes completely to resemble a small cabinet. When open, it offers a large work surface, numerous storage compartments, This is a highly sought-afte...
Birch, Teak
$32,000 / set
H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Burgundy, 1969, Set of 3
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Italy, Burgundy Velvet, 1969, Set of three. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo ...
Velvet
$4,904
H 86.62 in W 18.31 in D 135.83 in
60s 70s Teak Teak Shelf Wall Unit Kai Kristiansen Danish Design 60s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s teak teak shelf wall unit Kai Kristiansen Danish Design 60s Object: wall unit Manufacturer: Kai Kristiansen Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: ...
Metal
$5,708
H 71.26 in W 106.3 in D 16.15 in
1960s Teak Sectional Cabinet / Room Divider by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning, Kajsa Strinning 1
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This modular teak shelving system, designed by Kajsa and Nils "Nisse" Strinning in the 1960s, is a prime example of Scandinavian functionalism. Versatile sectional design, perfect a...
Glass, Teak
$2,075Sale Price|38% Off
H 28.35 in W 80.12 in D 20.08 in
Mid-Century Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
Charming sideboard designed by Vittorio Dassi made in Italy in the middle of the 20th century. This wonderful sideboard was rendered in veneer woods. It has five drawers configured b...
Wood
$5,520 / set
H 80 in W 95 in D 21.25 in
Poul Cadovius for Cado Rosewood 3 Bay Danish Modern Shelving Unit
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in New Windsor, NY
Rosewood three bay modular shelving unit designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado. Circa 1968. The Cado System is comprised of 26 separate parts: four wall mounted brackets, 12 shelf suppo...
Metal, Brass
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$2,128Sale Price / set|24% Off
H 39.75 in W 40 in D 14 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An early-production pair of twin headboards designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, featuring a clever hidden storage compartment that opens to reveal an internal storage with s...
Fabric, Walnut
1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic shelving system from the 1960s. The high-quality containers and shelves are veneered in teak. The system consists of six shelves, a writing surface, one container with two do...
Aluminum
Large Italian Wardrobe in Teak with Brass Details
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, teak, maple, brass, Italy, 1950s This exquisite large Italian wardrobe from the 1950s is a striking example of mid-century design. This piece is crafted in rich teak wood ...
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.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.