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Mid-Century asimmetric Coffee table, glass and wood
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A coffee table with an asymmetrical design in wood and glass, with a mid-century-inspired style
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Italian 1950's elegant coffee table in dark mahogany
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, IT
COD-1511 Italian 1950's elegant coffee table in dark polished wood with fine bronze tips and a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Sleek and stylish Mid Century Italian Magazine Rack
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Portlaoise, IE
An exceptional original mid century Italian magazine rack. Hugely decorative and stylish this piece
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Stand, Wood and Metal
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Stand, Wood and Metal
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Egyptian Motif Marchi Brescia Ceramic Vase, Italy, 1960s
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing midcentury studio art pottery vase, made in Italy, circa 1960s. Vase is in very good
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Black Mid-Century Modern Italian Coat Rack
Located in Brussels, BE
Black Mid-Century Modern Italian Coat Rack
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Mid Century Italian Vintage Nightstands in Wood and Blue Glass
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid vintage nightstands of Italian manufacture from the 1950s. The vintage nightstands were
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Italian Serving Tray Made by MB
By MB Italy
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stylish serving tray made in Italy by MB, aluminium and formica. The sides have been metal worked
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Italian Serving Tray Made by MB
Mid-Century Italian Serving Tray Made by MB
H 1.19 in W 21.26 in D 11.82 in
Mid-Century Mahogany Bar Cart by Ico Parisi for MB Italy 1960s
By MB Italy
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
vintage condition, this fantastic bar trolley promises to elevate the ambiance of any mid-century living
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Teak coffee table with suspended top
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, IT
's Italian manufacture.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Sublime Pair of Newly Upholstered Original Midcentury Italian Armchairs
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Sublime pair of original Mid-Century Modern Italian armchairs. Sourced in Modena Italy from a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Mid Century Italian Drinks Trolley Bar Cart * Free International Delivery
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Portlaoise, IE
A classic mid century Italian drinks trolley in metal with a tripod base and hexagonal top. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Center desk with beautiful cross on the base
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, IT
. Italian manufacture, 1960's
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Center desk with beautiful cross on the base
Center desk with beautiful cross on the base
H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 25.6 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass and Opaline Chandelier
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass and Opaline Chandelier
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden and Chrome Chandelier
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Italian ceiling fixture chandelier wood and brushed chrome globes. Small Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Manifattura Italiana wall-mounted coat rack, 1960s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
In the 1960s, Manifattura Italiana produced wall hangings that embodied the elegance and functionality of Italian design at the time. Featuring clean lines and high-quality materials...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Stylish Mid Century Italian Coffee Table *With Free International Delivery
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Portlaoise, IE
An unusual yet super stylish original mid century Italian coffee table. Dating from the 1950’s and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Iron

Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffet
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Modern buffet, Italian, that is lacquered with a lovely burgundy tone. There are three
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffet
Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffet
H 29.75 in W 59.75 in D 17 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Commode
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern marquetry commode with a rectangular top above a case inlaid with greek
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Metal, Bronze

Mid Century Italian Modern Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
. * * * Mid Century Italian Modern Teak Cabinet. Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Oak, Teak

Mid Century Italian Modern Cabinet
Mid Century Italian Modern Cabinet
H 58 in W 46.5 in D 17 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Chandelier Italy circa 1960
By Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier from brass in the style of Franco Albini and Franca Helg
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Italian Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Italian Modern Teak Cabinet Average vintage condition and structurally sound
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak, Birch, Oak

Elegant Architectural Mid-Century Modern Italian Iron and Marble Coffee Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant architectural Mid-Century Modern iron and marble coffee table with Brass Sphere feet and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Iron

Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Sublime Mid Century Italian Octagonal Coffee / Cocktail Table *Free Delivery
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Portlaoise, IE
A stunning original octagonal mid century Italian coffee/cocktail table dating from the 1950's and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk, Wood and Glass, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk, Wood and Glass, 1950s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Hex Bamboo and Boucle Ottomans
Located in Dallas, TX
Stylish Italian Mid-Century Modern style hexagonal style bamboo and Boucle ottomans. Creates a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern Italian Venini Quadriedri Prism Chandelier
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern Italian Venini 'cake' chandelier made of descending stacked layers of quadriedri
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Italian Modern Teak Coffee Table
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Italian Modern Teak Coffee Table Above average vintage condition and
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Italian Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Multicolor Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern chrome and multicolor metal cone form shade chandelier. Having
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grey Rattan Coat Hooks Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Vienna, AT
This mid century modern vintage grey rattan coat hooks by Franco Albini and Franca Helg, Italy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

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Rattan

Mid Century Modern Italian Ceramic Ashtray
Located in San Diego, CA
A really nice mid-century modern Italian ceramic ashtray circa 1960s. The piece is in very good
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern sideboard features a floating glass top and angled legs. Sleek design
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza
H 42 in W 65.75 in D 19.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier, Metal Brass and Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier, Metal Brass and Glass, Italy, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Nightstands, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Nightstands, Italy, 1960
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Nightstands, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Nightstands, Italy, 1960s
H 21.26 in W 19.69 in D 12.21 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1970s
H 81.5 in W 53.15 in D 43.31 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar, 1960s
H 79.93 in W 55.91 in D 18.31 in
Mid Century Italian Modern Rosewood Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
. * * * Mid Century Italian Modern Rosewood Cabinet. Average vintage condition and structurally sound. Very
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Rosewood

Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Rattan Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
A midcentury, possibly Italian organic modern sofa in handcrafted rattan. Strong and sturdy woven
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

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Rattan, Wood, Bamboo

Italian mid-century modern whistles and musical games, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern whistles and musical games, 1960s Music game set. There are three
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Games

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Serving Cart
By Romeo Rega
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage brass serving cart features unique Mid-Century design, combining simple lines and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Serving Trolley
Located in Weesp, NL
Italian Mid-Century Modern serving trolley Beautiful two-tier chrome-plated serving or bar trolley
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Italian Serving Trolley
Mid-Century Modern Italian Serving Trolley
H 25.99 in W 16.54 in D 33.86 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase
By Bitossi
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Italian made vase. In the style and likely made by Bitossi or Alvino Bagni
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Ceramic

Mid Century Modern Italian Granite Coffee Table
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this Mid Century Modern Italian coffee table is made of granite with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Granite

CoffeeTable Mid-Century Modern Italian Work
Located in Lucca, IT
Tavolino da caffè .Il tavolo ha la forma a plettro, è un lavoro Italiano della metà degli anni cinquanta, il tavolo è a tre gambe in legno sagomato , il piano ha un top in materiale ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Plastic, Bentwood

CoffeeTable Mid-Century Modern Italian Work
CoffeeTable Mid-Century Modern Italian Work
H 25.99 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Mid-Century Barware Cocktail Glass Pitcher with Leather Handle, Italy 1960s
By Design Editions Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a stunning Italian mouth-blown glass cocktail pitcher crafted in the 1960s. This lovely
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Leather, Glass, Blown Glass

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern writing desk. Spectacular large writing / working desk made in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk
H 35.44 in W 64.97 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Wood and Brass Italian Commode
By L.A. Studio
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Mid-Century Modern style Italian commode. Structure from the 1950s made of solid wood and covered
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza Sideboard
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Weesp, NL
Italian sideboard Mid-Century Modern Stylish 1950s bar cabinet designed by Umberto Mascagni for
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Mirror, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza Sideboard
Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza Sideboard
H 36.62 in W 61.42 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 23.43 in
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni, Italy, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni , Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden desk, Italy, 1960s.  
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Desk, Italy, 1960s
H 30.71 in W 50.01 in D 24.22 in
Mid Century Italian Drinks Cabinet With Decorative Marquetry Panels
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Stunning mid century Italian drinks cabinet in rosewood with decorative exotic marquetry panels
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Rosewood

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Painted Metal Italian Chandelier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A fully restored mid-century modern chandelier designed and manufactured in Italy in the Fifties
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Glass and Brass Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant chandelier in brass and silk-screened glass, 5 lights, Italian production in the 60s. E14
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mid-Century Modern Italian credenza from the 1970s, adorned with a carrara marble top, is a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Credenza, 1970s
H 28.5 in W 99.7 in D 21.7 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Chandelier from the 1960s, Italian design, in brass and striped glass. Five lights socket E14
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid Century Italian Modern Rosewood Sideboard
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Italian Modern Rosewood Sideboard Above average vintage condition and structurally
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Rosewood

Italian Venini Style Mid-Century Modern Diminutive Pendant Light
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern diminutive glass pendant light made in the style of Venini. The piece
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Single Mid-Century Modern Italian Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant modern scone from Mid-Century, Italy. Blown glass, perforated steel and brass materials
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Steel

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Italian Modern And Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Italian modern and mid century available at 1stDibs. Each Italian modern and mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for an Italian modern and mid century, we have 69854 options in-stock, while there are 2660 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Italian modern and mid century — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An Italian modern and mid century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. A well-made Italian modern and mid century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Stilnovo, Venini and Fontana Arte are consistently popular.

How Much is an Italian Modern And Mid Century?

Prices for an Italian modern and mid century start at $1 and top out at $946,536 with the average selling for $2,500.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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 legendary 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.

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.

Questions About Italian Modern And Mid Century
  • 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 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 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

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