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Pr. Hollywood Regency Postmodern Glass and Brass Tables Made in Italy 1970/80's
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
made in Italy c 1970/80's, they are unsigned.
The tables are in very good, original, clean and ready
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables
Materials
Brass
H 25.75 in W 32 in D 19 in
80’s Rubber Tread Chaise Lounge by Dema Italia, Italy
By Dema
Located in Chicago, IL
80’s rubber Tread Chaise Lounge by Dema Italia, Italy. Original
Measures 24.75” tall 27” wide 71
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rare Sculptural Chairs in Mohair, Italy, 1970s / 80s
By Olivier Mourgue, Joe Colombo, Eero Saarinen, Mario Bellini
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of curved scultptural lounge chairs, Italian, 1970s/80s. Newly upholstered in a
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mohair
Cristal Art Italian Midcentury Mirror from Mid 80's
By Giuseppe Raimondi, Cristal Arte
Located in bari, IT
Mirror production Mod. 3159 Pozzanghera, Cristal Art with interesting drop processing as not all the surface is reflective, produced 1971.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Art Glass, Mirror
Italian Outdoor Chaise Lounge, 80s
Located in Medesano, Parma
This Outdoor Chaise Lounge is more than just a chair; it's a piece of Italian craftsmanship. The
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Plywood
Italian Plexiglass Suitcase 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A plexiglass suitcase is a travel or storage case constructed from transparent acrylic material, commonly known as plexiglass.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Plexiglass
Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Palermo, IT
also on the lower part of the side. Made in Italy in the 80s. Excellent workmanship. Look carefully at
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Guido Coletti: Mixed Media 'Facades' (70s/80s) - Italian Art, Plexi
Located in Manzano, IT
the celebrated Italian artist, Guido Coletti. Created during his prolific period in the 1970s and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paper
Italian Midcentury Pair of 80's Lacquered Night Stands
Located in bari, IT
Set of two night stands cabinets with three drawers in dark brown lacquered wood, Italian
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Italian Midcentury Sconces Group of Ten from Early 80's
Located in bari, IT
colors. Italian production dating from around the 80s.
Availability one orange, two red, one yellow, one
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Anatomical Skeletal Cast, Italy 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figure’s head is slightly tilted, giving it an expressive look, and the torso is sculpted to reveal muscles and tendons, giving insight into the human body’s structure beneath th...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Plaster
Anatomical Skeletal Cast, Italy 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figure’s head is slightly tilted, giving it an expressive look, and the torso is sculpted to reveal muscles and tendons, giving insight into the human body’s structure beneath th...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Plaster
Disano Italian Mid Century Industrial Lamp from Early 80's
By Disano Illuminazione
Located in bari, IT
Available pair of large industrial lamps from the 1980s, Disano brand in yellow lacquered aluminum.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Table Lamp Daphinette by Tommaso Cimini for Lumina, Italy 80’s
By Tommaso Cimini, Lumina
Located in Padova, IT
Daphinette is a minimal and elegant table lamp designed by the Italian designer Tommaso Cimini and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century Renato Polidori Skipper Table Mod. Faraone Marble and Crystal, 80s
By Skipper
Located in Turin, Turin
Renato Polidori, an italian designer born in 1934, is not so know as many others. He worked for a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Crystal, Marble, Steel
H 27.96 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Magazine Holder in plexiglass. Italy 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magazine Holder in plexiglass. Italy 80s
This is a magazine holder made from high-quality
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Plexiglass
Vintage Cane Nightstands, Italian Rattan Bedside Tables, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare Pair of colorfoul Italian nightstands from the 80s era. Made of rattan, bamboo and glass. In
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Glass
Fratelli Pagnin Signed Murano Orange, Black, Chartreuse Glass Vase Italian 80's
By Fratelli Pagnin
Located in North Miami, FL
colors in this signed Italian Murano glass vase. It is the signed work of Fratelli Pangnin Murano. It is
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 9 in W 7.5 in D 6 in
Italian Short Pile Fendi Carpet, 80s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian short pile Fendi carpet, 80s
Brown and beige zebra striped short pile carpet with red and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Fabric
Cofemo Italy leather office chair 80s
By Cofemo
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
allow seat heights between 41 and 50 cm. The chair also has a tilt function.
The Italian manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Antica Murrina vase Italy 70s 80s
By Murano 5
Located in Milano, IT
Drop-shaped blown glass vase. Under the base there is a pointed signature of the manufacturer.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Barbini Murano Glass Vase Italy 80s
By Barbini
Located in Milano, IT
Blown glass vase. Pointed manufacturer's mark at the base and adhesive label on the edge.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso for Oggetti Murano Blue Purple Glass Tall Sculptures Vases Italian 80's
By Archimede Seguso, Oggetti
Located in North Miami, FL
These absolutely stunning and arresting Italian vintage Murano glass monumental glass sculptures
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 32 in W 11 in D 10.5 in
80's Interflex, Bed, Post-Modern Style
By Interflex
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Italian postmodernism. Belonging to an Italian collector, this bed with its small table are two rare
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Adam Style Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
Italian Modern Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Italian modern white Murano glass Mushroom table or night lamp. Made in Italy in the 70s.
In very
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Table Chromed Metal Glass, Italy, 1970s-80s
Located in Milano, IT
Table with chromed metal base and glass top.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Metal
Italian tecno set of four armchairs form 80s
Located in bari, IT
Italian tecno set of four armchairs form 80s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s-80s Hand-Painted Terracotta Vases
Located in Manzano, IT
1970s-80s Hand-Painted Terracotta Vases
These two hand-painted terracotta vases from the 1970s-80s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Rare Sculptural Chair in Alpaca, Italy, 1970s / 80s
By Mario Bellini, Olivier Mourgue, Eero Saarinen, Joe Colombo
Located in LEWES, GB
A curved scultptural lounge chairs, Italian, 1970s/80s. Newly upholstered in a premium pure Alpaca
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Orchedia Coffee Table Mazzei Massimo Molozzi 80s Italian
By Massimo Morozzi
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Orchedia coffee table
Designed by Massimo Morozzi for Mazzei. Glitter green and silver.
Repainted and mint condition.
Measures: Table height 36cm/14.2".
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
5x 80s chair chairs cantilever armchair Plurima Italy design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
5x 80s chair chairs cantilever armchair Plurima Italy design
Object: 5x armrest chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
1970s-80s Brass and Glass Table Lamp
Located in Manzano, IT
1970s-80s Brass and Glass Table Lamp
This elegant table lamp from the 1970s-80s embodies a sleek
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Guido Coletti: Mixed Media Collage (70s/80s) - Italian, Plexi
Located in Manzano, IT
Guido Coletti: Mixed Media Collage (70s/80s) - Italian, Plexi
Step back in time and experience the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint, Paper
Blue and Gold Mirror Maletik Collection by Borek Sipek for Maletti Italy 80'S
By Maletti, B. Sipek
Located in Catania, IT
da Borek Sipek per Maletti negli anni 80.
Specchio iconico con tipico disegno degli anni 80.
Ideale
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
H 70.87 in W 29.93 in D 7.88 in
Postmodern Italian Thick Murano glass chandelier from 80s
Located in Catania, CT
produced in Italy during the 80s. No chips or cracks. Full working with EU standard, adaptable on demand
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Italian PostModern T-Line Armchairs By Burkhard Voghterr for Arflex, Italy 80s
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Arflex
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of T-Line armchairs designed by Burkhard Voghterr and made by Arflex in the 80s.
In excellent
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 28.75 in D 27.56 in
80s Italian Three Panel Adjustable Edged Glass Fireplace
Located in Pasadena, CA
A striking fusion of sophistication and modernity, the 1980s Italian Three-Panel Adjustable Chrome
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Glass
Floor Lamp Luci 70s 80s Italian modern Stilnovo style
By Stilnovo, luci
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Floor lamp designed by STD for Luci. Designed and published probably in the late 70s or early 80s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Gold and Silver Aluminium Wall Mirror, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Aluminium mirror made in Italy in the 80s. The item is in very good vintage condition with signs of
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Big Model 144 Studio Lamp by Neolt, Italy 80s
By Stile Neolt
Located in Taranto, IT
BIG MODEL 144 STUDIO LAMP BY NEOLT, ITALY 80S.
Struttura in materiale plastico, braccio
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Italian 80s Brass and Tinted Beveled Glass Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
Italian 80s Brass and Tinted Beveled Glass Coffee Table. The legs are made from a metal base with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Ceramic Cheetah Cubs, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of playing cheetah cubs from the 80s era.
The ceramic statues are in perfect condition.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Table Mirror for Hairdressers or Beauticians, Italy, '80s
Located in Palermo, IT
Vintage table mirror for hairdressers or beauticians, dating back to the 1980s, Italian production
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Mirrors
Materials
Steel
Italian Postmodern Wood and Velvet Dining Chairs, Italy 80s, Set of 4
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 Italian Postmodern dining chairs from the 80s era.
In excelent condition. The upholstery
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 30.32 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in
Italian Chairs Model 4870 by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, Italy 80s
By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell
Located in Lucija, SI
Italy in '80s.
The Chairs are stackable and the legs are removable.
These Chairs are in good vintage
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 29.93 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Set of Six Postmodern Costantini Ello Dining Chairs Made in Italy c 1970/80's
By Constantini, Ello Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Heroic set of Post Modern, Hollywood Regency school black lacquered dining chairs made in Italy
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 42 in W 18.5 in D 18 in
solid elm coffee table, Italian work from the 70s/80s.
Located in ROUEN, FR
solid elm coffee table, Italian work from the 70s/80s. Very beautiful assembly work.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Elm
Italian vintage Murano Glass Lamp optical Black and White, original 80s Italy
Located in Venezia, IT
Beautiful vintage Murano glass pendant lamp made in Italy in the 70s/80s. The large size of the
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Italian Mid-Century Mendini Style 80s Ceramic Vase
Located in bari, IT
Vase sculpture made of single flower ceramic in the Mendini style, Italian production in the late
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Space Age Lamp from 80s chandelier, Made in Italy design lamp
By Arteluce
Located in Venezia, IT
with a fine piece of Italian design.
Unique piece of vintage italian design an it has the following
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Italian Zerbetto Floor Lamp Design Gigante, Zambusi, Boccato 80s
By Boccato Gigante Zambusi, Zerbetto
Located in Padova, IT
Modern floor lamp design by Gian Nicola Gigante, Marilena Boccato and Antonio Zambusi in 1981 for Zerbetto.
Black lacquered metal structure with double neon, black metal base.
The...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis Side Coffee Table Servomuto Castiglioni Zanotta, Italy 80s
By Achille Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century side coffee table "Servomuto" designed by A. Castiglioni for Zanotta, Italy 1974
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Modular Sofa, 80s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Elegant corner modular sofa entirely restored and reupholstered.
5 modules
Italy, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Postmodern Italian Graffiti Shelf by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast, 80s
By Rodney Kinsman
Located in Hamburg, DE
Metal shelf from the Italian manufacturer Biefflast according to a design by Rodney Kinsman from
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 78.74 in W 131.89 in D 16.14 in
“Go Go” bar trolley by Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast 70’s 80’s
By Anna Anselmi, Bieffeplast
Located in Padova, IT
the production of drawing tables, towards the world of design and contract furniture, contributing to
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Metal
Monumental Italian Console Table in Travertine, Solid Brass & Beveled Glass, 80s
Located in Lisse, NL
Monumental Italian Console Table in Travertine, Brass & Beveled Glass, 1980s.
This striking
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
H 29.2 in W 59.1 in D 18.7 in
Pair of 1970s-80s Terracotta Vases with Inlaid Mosaic
Located in Manzano, IT
Pair of 1970s-80s Terracotta Vases with Inlaid Mosaic
This stunning pair of terracotta vases from
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Vico Magistretti Black 2-Seater Loveseat Maralunga Sofa Cassina, Italy, 80s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Basel, BS
Italy during the late circa late 1970s/1980s. This exceptionally comfortable two-seater is upholstered
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric
H 27.56 in W 66.54 in D 33.47 in
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion accessories were very popular in the '80s and some of the trendier ones included leg warmers, scrunchies, large neon earrings, plastic bangles and neon fingerless gloves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, tracksuits were popular in the 1980s. During the decade, the world of fitness heavily influenced fashion, with everything from leg warmers and tracksuits transitioning from the gym to the runways and the street. Velour tracksuits were especially popular looks of the day. Explore a collection of 1980s apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- Is Italian furniture worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many furniture lovers feel that Italian furniture is worth it. However, not all furniture made in Italy is of equal quality. Many world-renowned furniture makers, such as Kartell, Venini, Cassina, Natuzzi, Fendi, Vistosi and Fabrio Ltd., are based in the country. Still, smaller companies that produce more economical furniture also call Italy home. As a result, it's important to consider materials and construction methods when selecting furniture for your home. Shop a large collection of Italian furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
- What is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
- What is ’70s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. 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. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.