An Important Modernist Painting By Hilda Altschule 1950
By Hilda Altschule
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual, modernist painting by Hilda Altschule, 1950. Entitled "Orpheus and Euridyce", oil on canvas.
Canvas
An Important Modernist Painting By Hilda Altschule c. 1940s / 1950s
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Buffalo, NY
An unusual, modernist painting by Hilda Altschule, 1950. Entitled "A portrait of a man at a bar", oil on canvas.
Canvas, Paint
Abstract Modernist Painting by Hilda Altschule, 1972
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Rochester, NY
Abstract modernist oil painting on masonite board by Russian born - Rochester, New York painter, sculptor - Hilda Altschule / Hilda Altschule Coates ( 1900-1983 ) set in original per...
Giltwood, Masonite, Paint
Abstract Collage Painting By Hilda Altschule
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Rochester, NY
Hilda Altschule Coates ( 1900 - 1983 ) well listed Bauhaus trained Russian - American painter sculptor.
Abstract Modernist Mixed Media Painting by Hilda Altschule
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Rochester, NY
A signed and dated (lower left-H. Altschule 1973) abstract modernist avant garde mixed media paper collage painting by Bauhaus trained Russian American artist painter sculptor Hilda ...
Primitive Modern Carved Stone Sculpture
By Jocelyn Macy Sloan
Located in Rochester, NY
A carved limestone primitive modernist sculpture bust of a woman wearing a wire neck ornament and mounted on the original black wood stand - signed Jocelyn Macy Sloan 1972 ( b. 19...
Limestone, Wire
Abstract Modernist Mixed Media Painting - Hilda Altschule, 1957
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Rochester, NY
Figural abstract mixed media oil and ink painting on paper board w/ extensive use of sgrafitto work by Hilda Altschule / Hilda Altschule Coates ( 1900-1983 ) Bauhaus trained Russian...
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Abstract Mixed Media Collage Painting by Hilda Altschule, 1971
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Rochester, NY
Abstract mixed media collage painting ( hand cut, hand painted paper ) by Hilda Altschule Coates ( Russian - American 1900 - 1983 ) well listed Bauhaus trained artist.
Paint, Paper
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H 14.5 in W 9.25 in D 1.25 in
Hilda Altschule Mixed Media Abstract Sgraffito Painting of a Woman, 1953
By Hilda Altschule
Located in Rochester, NY
Hilda Altschule Coates - well listed painter / sculptor ( 1900 Russia - 1983 Rochester NY ) mixed media abstract sgraffito work painting of a woman on board in vintage giltwood frame.
Giltwood, Paint
$195Sale Price|77% Off
H 12.6 in W 16.15 in D 0.79 in
Lennart Lilja Oil on Canvas, Scandinavian Modern, 1950s, Unframed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Lennart Lilja Oil on canvas Dimensions 32/41 Unframed work Lennart Lilja (1924-2008). He was a Swedish artist. Student of Isaac Gründewald and Otte Sköld. In the 1950s he wrote play...
Canvas
Charlotte Henschel, Oil on Canvas, France, 1950
By Charlotte Henschel
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Composition abstracted from Charlotte Henschel (1905-1985), France, 1950, signed low right. Frame of origin, under glass. Measures: 99.5cm/72.5cm (off frame) Raise of the school...
Canvas
Charlotte Henschel, Oil on Canvas, France, 1950
By Charlotte Henschel
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Composition abstracted from Charlotte Henschel (1905-1985), France, 1950, signed low right. Frame of origin, under glass. 99.5cm/72.5cm (off frame) Raise of the school of Paris, ...
Canvas
$1,594Sale Price|57% Off
H 34.65 in W 46.46 in D 0.79 in
Midcentury Abstract Vreugdenhil Oil on Canvas, Dutch 1950s, Signed & Dated
By Johannes Vreugdenhil 1
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Large and powerful piece by Dutch artist Joop Vreugdenhil. A piece from his early career. Although abstract in composition, upon a closer look one can see hints or architecture Abou...
Paint
$14,900
H 49.5 in W 61.75 in D 2.75 in
20th Century French Modern Abstract Vintage Oil Painting by Christiane Bastide
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-blue, red vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract oil on canvas painting of a color composition, painted by Christiane Bastide in good condition. Singed on the lower right...
Canvas, Wood
Modernist Oil Painting by Harry Booström, Sweden, 1959
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Oil painting on board by Harry Booström, dated 1959. Striking and expressive composition with bold contrasting colors.
Wood, Paint
Abstract Modernist Painting Signed Gert Fuhrman, Dated 1957
Located in Peabody, MA
Abstract painting signed Gert [Gertrude] Fuhrman, dated 1957. It’s a joyous celebration of young motherhood and domestic life inspired by the artist’s own living room, and the child’...
Paint
Modernist Oil Painting by Bertil Öhlund, Sweden, 1958
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Oil painting by Bertil Öhlund with a graphic, surrealist motif, in striking red, brown and purple nuances. Bertil Öhlund (1923-2003) was a Swedish painter, graphic artist and illust...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$3,200
H 43 in W 50 in D 2 in
Large Oil Painting on Canvas, Modernist Abstract, by Jim Bray, circa 1963
By Jim Bray
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large oil painting on canvas. Modernist Abstract, by Jim Bray, circa 1963. Charming image. Child-like. Great use of color, texture, space.
Canvas, Paint
$2,576
H 40.95 in W 24.81 in D 1.19 in
Guus van der Braak Large Dutch Abstract Oil Painting, Amsterdam, 1958
Located in amstelveen, NL
A striking and atmospheric abstract composition by Dutch artist Guus van der Braak. Executed in a richly layered palette of deep blacks, earthy reds, muted greens, and warm ochres, t...
Paint
$2,519
H 27.56 in W 1.19 in D 35.83 in
Italian Midcentury Anamnesi Acrylic Paint Work on Canvas Lucio Del Pezzo, 1960s
By Lucio Del Pezzo
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Anamnesi acrylic paint work on canvas by Lucio Del Pezzo, 1960s. Colored acrylic paint work on canvas entitled Anamnesi with abstract subject with multicol...
Wood, Paint
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 30 in D 0.25 in
A Votre Sante Cafe Painting Outsider Folk Artist Gloria Laposka
Located in South Burlington, VT
A Votre Sante Cafe Gathering With Pet Dogs - Vibrant Colored Hand Painting An oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Lapo...
Canvas
$1,402
H 25 in W 19.5 in D 0.2 in
Painting by Peter Keil, 1974, Signed Modern Painting, Acrylic on Board, No Frame
By Peter Keil
Located in New York, NY
Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...
Acrylic, Paper
$1,100
H 24.25 in W 20.25 in D 1 in
An original mid century abstract painting, oil on canvas, circa 1950
Located in View Park, CA
An original mid century modern abstract color block painting, signed by artist, mid 20th century. Oil on canvas. Colorblocked cubism in tones of licorice, cerulean, ochre, cream, and...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Original Oil Painting by Viktor Freytag, Berlin, 1950
By Viktor Freytag
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
The original oil painting is painted by Viktor Freytag (1870-?), Berlin in 1950 on deep streched canvas and is currently unframed.
Canvas
Leonard Maurer Painting, 1949
By Leonard Maurer
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Important painting by Leonard Maurer (1912-1976), titled "Bridge #2", 1949. A great example of American 1940's modernism with clear influences of Jackson Pollock.
Canvas
$2,170 / item
H 30 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Contemporary wall mirror, Forged in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
By Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Contemporary wall mirror, Forged in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Mirror in brass. Handmade in India. From grit and flame, raw metal is reborn, each piece shaped by the ancient art o...
Brass
$235,000
H 29.63 in W 24.44 in
Pablo Picasso, "Grand Tête" original linocut in colors, hand signed
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Chatsworth, CA
Grand Tête, Portrait of Jacqueline with sleek hair Color linocut printed in beige, yellow, red, blue, and black on cream wove paper with Arches watermark Numbered 14/50 from the edit...
Linocut
$1,820
H 45 in W 22 in D 15.5 in
Great French Wrought Iron Wine Rack Storage Locker by Rigidex Holding 50 Bottles
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical, Industrial style wine rack. If you are a wine enthousiast and you like the timeless, industrial style then we may have the ideal wine cabinet for you. This ...
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Bar Cart, Trolley designed by Pander and Zn, 1920s
By H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Art Deco Bar Cart, Trolley solid wood with walnut veneer captures with its round shapes and a glass top designed by Pander and Zn, 1920s, Dutch design. The Trolley is in a g...
Metal
Set of 12 Coalport English Porcelain Dinner Plates
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous set of 12 antique English Coalport porcelain turquoise and gold encrusted dinner plates. Circa 1920. A timeless and classic touch for a fine interior. 10.5 inch diameter.
Porcelain
$1,180Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 32 in D 2 in
Large Antique American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist abstract oil painting. Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image size, 20H by 24L. Excellent ready to hang condition. Impressive colors and compo...
Canvas, Oil
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting, signed and dated 1968
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid-Century Modern Blue Abstract Painting 1968 This panting is a captivating piece from the Danish art scene, characterized by its striking use of various shades of blue. Signed by ...
Canvas
$9,750
H 40 in W 32 in D 2 in
Stunning Art Deco Young Woman Portrait Framed Signed Rare Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Exquisite antique portrait painting of a young fashionable woman. Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image size, 31H by 24L.
Canvas, Oil
Bud Vase Collection, Including Four Vases and Watering Can
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
Each of these delicately, handcrafted bud vases is perfect as an individual home accessory or whimsical series. Made of brass and hand tarnished, each bad vase has its own unique for...
Brass
$670 / item
H 10 in W 8.5 in D 4.5 in
Hermanos Calavera Jefe in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
By Ilse Silva, Miguel Silva, Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera ...
Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak
$6,527
H 31.89 in W 32.29 in D 36.62 in
Canada P110 Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s - Original Upholstery
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brussels, BE
Canada P110 Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s - Original Upholstery
Leather, Wood
$580
H 4 in W 10.5 in D 8.5 in
Large Giant Clam Shell Natural Specimen, Tridacna Gigas, Organic Modern Decor
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Giant Clam Shell Natural Specimen, Tridacna Gigas, Organic Modern Decor. We think though are not sure that the species is Tridacna Gigas. Please do your own research pre-purch...
Shell, Organic Material
$1,850
H 12.25 in W 8.75 in D 1.63 in
Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition
Located in New York, NY
Welcome to surrealism. A rare, collectable, first edition, Salvador Dali art and recipe cookbook, 'Les Diners de Gala', 1971, Paris, France. (Copy/text is in English language.) A gre...
Paper
Large Coastal Rectangular Mirror in Rattan and Woven Wicker
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Rectangular Midcentury Wall Mirror framed in Rattan and Wicker, Spain, 1960s. Elegant mid-20th century woven wicker and rattan mirror inspired by Franco Albini designs. It has ...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Oil on Canvas Abstract Painting
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Stunning colors on this midcentury painting. Total measurement is 23 in W x 13 in x 1-5/8 in deep. Dated 1/1/1960, E Byard. Painting measurements listed below. The frame is original....
Acrylic
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.