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Rotaflex Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid
Rotaflex Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid

Rotaflex Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid

$395

H 9 in W 5 in D 5 in

Rotaflex Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Montréal, QC

Ruby red tubular lamp designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Rotaflex. Rewired with a E-12 candelabra base socket and round plastic cord.

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Rotaflex Pendant by John and Sylvia Reid
Rotaflex Pendant by John and Sylvia Reid

Rotaflex Pendant by John and Sylvia Reid

$495

H 12.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Rotaflex Pendant by John and Sylvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Montréal, QC

Stunning Rotaflex pendant by John and Sylvia Reid manufactured in the UK in the 1960’s. 60 to 100 watt E-26 Edison medium base incandescent bulb or higher if LED/CFL.

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Midcentury Rotaflex Pendant Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid
Midcentury Rotaflex Pendant Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid

Midcentury Rotaflex Pendant Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid

$425

H 12 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Midcentury Rotaflex Pendant Lamp by John and Sylvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Montréal, QC

Rotaflex pendant lamp designed by John and Sylvia Reid and manufactured by Rotaflex in the 1950’.

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Mid Century Modern Birch Fineline Vanity Dresser Chest Set John Sylvia Reid 1961
Mid Century Modern Birch Fineline Vanity Dresser Chest Set John Sylvia Reid 1961

Mid Century Modern Birch Fineline Vanity Dresser Chest Set John Sylvia Reid 1961

$2,995 / set

H 46 in W 54 in D 21 in

Mid Century Modern Birch Fineline Vanity Dresser Chest Set John Sylvia Reid 1961

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in Portland, OR

A rare Mid Century Modern, birch wood, vanity and chest of drawers set, designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture, 1961. Designed by John and Sylvia Reid and called the "Fi...

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Steel

Vintage Stag Cantata Four Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid For Stag
Vintage Stag Cantata Four Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid For Stag

Vintage Stag Cantata Four Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid For Stag

$1,576

H 26.78 in W 30.32 in D 17.33 in

Vintage Stag Cantata Four Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid For Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in Seaford, GB

Stag Cantata Mid-Century Four Drawer Chest of Drawers – 1960s Vintage Furniture (Sussex, England) Designed by John and Sylvia Reid. For lovers of mid-century modern furniture, this ...

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Stag Minstrel Drawers Handpainted & Decoupaged With Chinese Calligraphy
Stag Minstrel Drawers Handpainted & Decoupaged With Chinese Calligraphy

Stag Minstrel Drawers Handpainted & Decoupaged With Chinese Calligraphy

$1,501

H 27.96 in W 32.29 in D 18.12 in

Stag Minstrel Drawers Handpainted & Decoupaged With Chinese Calligraphy

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Stag furniture remains highly desirable in the present, particularly the Minstrel range, crafted by John and Sylvia Reid in the late 1950s to early 1960s.

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20th Century British Sideboards

Materials

Metal

1960s Black Metal Pendant Lights by John & Sylvia Reid, Rotaflex
1960s Black Metal Pendant Lights by John & Sylvia Reid, Rotaflex

1960s Black Metal Pendant Lights by John & Sylvia Reid, Rotaflex

$1,028 / set

H 8.86 in Dm 4.53 in

1960s Black Metal Pendant Lights by John & Sylvia Reid, Rotaflex

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

Pair of black metal pendant lights by John & Sylvia Reid for Rotaflex. Rewired with bronze silk flex and new brushed metal cup.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Designer Vintage Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Oak Chest of Drawers
Designer Vintage Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Oak Chest of Drawers

Designer Vintage Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Oak Chest of Drawers

$571Sale Price|40% Off

H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in

Designer Vintage Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Oak Chest of Drawers

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Markington, GB

Designer John & Sylvia Reid chest of drawers. Measures: Height 75cm, depth 46cm, width 76cm.

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

John & Sylvia Reid Style Rotaflex Green "Onion" Hanging Pendant, 1950's
John & Sylvia Reid Style Rotaflex Green "Onion" Hanging Pendant, 1950's

John & Sylvia Reid Style Rotaflex Green "Onion" Hanging Pendant, 1950's

$2,000

H 15 in Dm 12.5 in

John & Sylvia Reid Style Rotaflex Green "Onion" Hanging Pendant, 1950's

By Heifetz Rotaflex, Rotoflex, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Glowtek Rotaflex Green hanging Pendant in the style of John & Sylvia Reid. Featuring one piece of continual spun smooth ridged Green plastic cord forming a wide teardrop shape, 3.5D ...

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Rare Set 3 Mid Century Modern Lamps Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex
Rare Set 3 Mid Century Modern Lamps Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex

Rare Set 3 Mid Century Modern Lamps Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex

$3,600 / set

H 60 in Dm 8 in

Rare Set 3 Mid Century Modern Lamps Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex

By Heifetz Rotaflex, Yasha Heifetz

Located in Buffalo, NY

In addition to the spun cellulose acetate, John and Sylvia Reid enhanced the range with the ‘Christals’ series, made of cellulose acetate sprinkled in countless of tiny lucite bits.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Table top credenza desk Double coned Rotaflex shade Lamp
Table top credenza desk Double coned Rotaflex shade Lamp

Table top credenza desk Double coned Rotaflex shade Lamp

$1,191Sale Price|40% Off

H 20.25 in W 14.5 in D 4 in

Table top credenza desk Double coned Rotaflex shade Lamp

By Heifetz Rotaflex, Yasha Heifetz

Located in South Charleston, WV

Unknown if the work of Sylvia and John Reid or Yasha Heifetz. Mounted upon a plinth base of wood with red felt to the underside.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Table Top Rotaflex double shade lamp
Table Top Rotaflex double shade lamp

Table Top Rotaflex double shade lamp

$1,895

H 20.25 in W 14.5 in D 4 in

Table Top Rotaflex double shade lamp

By Yasha Heifetz, Heifetz Rotaflex

Located in South Charleston, WV

Unknown if the work of Sylvia and John Reid or Yasha Heifetz. Mounted upon a plinth base of wood with red felt to the underside.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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John and Sylvia Reid for STAG, 7-Drawer Dressing Table with Large Mirror, 1960s
John and Sylvia Reid for STAG, 7-Drawer Dressing Table with Large Mirror, 1960s

John and Sylvia Reid for STAG, 7-Drawer Dressing Table with Large Mirror, 1960s

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H 48.82 in W 48.04 in D 18.12 in

John and Sylvia Reid for STAG, 7-Drawer Dressing Table with Large Mirror, 1960s

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in Avignon, Vaucluse

John and Sylvia Reid for STAG - 7-drawer dressing table with large mirror, walnut veneer and contrast black trim - Range C Range -1960-Very good condition.

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Vintage 1960s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Teak Sideboard Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture
Midcentury Teak Sideboard Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture

Midcentury Teak Sideboard Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture

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H 27.56 in W 53.94 in D 18.9 in

Midcentury Teak Sideboard Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

Stag Furniture badge attached. Designed by John and Sylvia Reid s range model Measures: 70 cm H, 137 cm W, 48 cm D including handles British, circa 1959.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

British Midcentury Teak Desk Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture
British Midcentury Teak Desk Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture

British Midcentury Teak Desk Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture

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H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 27.96 in

British Midcentury Teak Desk Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

Model’s range designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture. British, circa 1959.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Teak Dining Table and 4 Chairs by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag
Midcentury Teak Dining Table and 4 Chairs by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag

Midcentury Teak Dining Table and 4 Chairs by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 39.38 in

Midcentury Teak Dining Table and 4 Chairs by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

Midcentury extendable teak wood dining table with for chairs, model s range designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture. Professionally re polished and the seats have been n...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid
1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid

1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid

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H 27.17 in W 30.32 in D 16.93 in

1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

Stag Furniture was a mass market British manufacturer that made some outstanding modern designs in the 1960s and 1970s. They employed John and Sylvia Reid as design consultants. This...

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Elevated Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid
1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Elevated Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid

1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Elevated Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid

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H 27.17 in W 46.46 in D 17.33 in

1960s Mid-Century Stag Cantata Elevated Chest of Drawers by John & Silvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

Stag Furniture was a mass market British manufacturer that made some outstanding modern designs in the 1960s and 1970s. They employed John and Sylvia Reid as design consultants. This...

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Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests ...

Materials

Teak

Light Oak 'C Range' Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
Light Oak 'C Range' Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

Light Oak 'C Range' Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in

Light Oak 'C Range' Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Light oak 'C Range' chest of drawers designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture Ltd.

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Teak Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag
Mid-Century Teak Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag

Mid-Century Teak Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 27.17 in W 53.94 in D 18.12 in

Mid-Century Teak Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Classic late 1950’s furniture designed by John and Sylvia Reid, from the ‘S Range’ produced in England by Stag Furniture, teak with polished steel handles and hairpin legs in very go...

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

S Range Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture, UK, 1959
S Range Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture, UK, 1959

S Range Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture, UK, 1959

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H 27.56 in W 53.94 in D 18.51 in

S Range Sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture, UK, 1959

By Stag Furniture 1, John Reid and Sons

Located in Barcelona, ES

S Range sideboard designed in 1959 by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture, UK. An icon post-war british design.

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 71.66 in W 36.23 in D 22.05 in

1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

It was designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag’s C Range of furniture.

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Mid Century, Oak & Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s
Mid Century, Oak & Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s

Mid Century, Oak & Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s

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H 71.66 in W 48.43 in D 22.05 in

Mid Century, Oak & Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in South Shields, GB

A freestanding double door walnut and oak wardrobe from Stag, crafted in the Danish modern style, was designed during the 1960s by John and Sylvia Reid. It features two clothes rails...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's
Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's

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H 28 in W 54 in D 18 in

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A fantastic original vintage S range sideboard in teak, designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag. This was made in England in the 1960’s.

Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage, 1960s
Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage, 1960s

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage, 1960s

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H 28 in W 36 in D 18 in

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage, 1960s

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A fantastic original vintage S range sideboard, designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag. This was made in England in the 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's
Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's

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H 28 in W 54 in D 18 in

Stag S Range Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid Vintage 1960's

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A fantastic vintage teak S range sideboard by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag. This was made in England in the 1960’s.

Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

Stag Console With Drawers In Teak, Mid Century, John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s
Stag Console With Drawers In Teak, Mid Century, John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

Stag Console With Drawers In Teak, Mid Century, John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

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H 27.17 in W 46.46 in D 17.33 in

Stag Console With Drawers In Teak, Mid Century, John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

He worked as design consultant for Nottingham based Stag furniture from around 1965 to 1979 , taking over the role from John and Sylvia Reid . His first design for Stag was the Canta...

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

John & Sylvia Reid, Floor Lamp 1207, Rotaflex Edition., circa 1960
John & Sylvia Reid, Floor Lamp 1207, Rotaflex Edition., circa 1960

John & Sylvia Reid, Floor Lamp 1207, Rotaflex Edition., circa 1960

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H 19.69 in Dm 29.93 in

John & Sylvia Reid, Floor Lamp 1207, Rotaflex Edition., circa 1960

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Paris, FR

John and Sylvia Reid lighting catalogues also forms the content of the Margaret Howell calendar 2020.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Retro Stag Teak Dining Table and Six Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid
Retro Stag Teak Dining Table and Six Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid

Retro Stag Teak Dining Table and Six Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid

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H 27.56 in W 51.19 in D 36.23 in

Retro Stag Teak Dining Table and Six Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A stunning and rare vintage dining table and chairs, these were designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture’s S range, they date from the 1950s-1960s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

1960s Stag 'Concord' Chest of Drawers, Designed by John & Sylvia Reid, Light Oak
1960s Stag 'Concord' Chest of Drawers, Designed by John & Sylvia Reid, Light Oak

1960s Stag 'Concord' Chest of Drawers, Designed by John & Sylvia Reid, Light Oak

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H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 16.93 in

1960s Stag 'Concord' Chest of Drawers, Designed by John & Sylvia Reid, Light Oak

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

A 1960s stag three drawer Concord range chest of drawers designed John & Sylvia Reid. In light oak finish and on tapering legs.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design
Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design

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H 44.1 in W 33.86 in D 18.12 in

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Known for an appreciation of both form and function, Stag Minstrel tallboy chest of drawers is from the iconic 1960s range designed by John and Sylvia Reid. Crafted from wood, these ...

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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted & Decorated With Zoffany Paper
Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted & Decorated With Zoffany Paper

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted & Decorated With Zoffany Paper

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H 44.1 in W 33.86 in D 18.12 in

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted & Decorated With Zoffany Paper

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Originally conceptualized by renowned designers John and Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture in the 1960s, this chest of drawers seamlessly blends contemporary lines, making it a versatil...

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20th Century British Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Teak Double Door Cantata Wardrobe from Stag, 1960s
Mid Century Teak Double Door Cantata Wardrobe from Stag, 1960s

Mid Century Teak Double Door Cantata Wardrobe from Stag, 1960s

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H 66.15 in W 40.56 in D 22.05 in

Mid Century Teak Double Door Cantata Wardrobe from Stag, 1960s

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in South Shields, GB

A freestanding double door teak wardrobe from Stag for the Cantata range - designed by John and Sylvia Reid. Made during the 1960s Fitted out with a clothes rail to one side and she...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Teak

Rotaflex Hanging Lamp
Rotaflex Hanging Lamp

Rotaflex Hanging Lamp

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H 10 in Dm 22 in

Rotaflex Hanging Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Rotaflex. Retailed in the US thru Heifetz.

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20th Century English Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Stag Concord Oak Dressing Chest by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s
Stag Concord Oak Dressing Chest by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

Stag Concord Oak Dressing Chest by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

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H 27.96 in W 44.1 in D 16.93 in

Stag Concord Oak Dressing Chest by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in Seaford, GB

Stag Concord Oak Dressing Chest by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s Description: A striking and functional example of British mid-century design, this oak dressing chest from the Concor...

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Beech

Stag Concord Oak 6 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s
Stag Concord Oak 6 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

Stag Concord Oak 6 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

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H 27.96 in W 44.1 in D 16.93 in

Stag Concord Oak 6 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in Seaford, GB

Stag Concord Oak 6 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s Stag Concord Oak Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s Description: A striking and functional ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Beech

1960's Vintage W1960's Walnut Chest of Drawers by Stag
1960's Vintage W1960's Walnut Chest of Drawers by Stag

1960's Vintage W1960's Walnut Chest of Drawers by Stag

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H 28 in W 30 in D 17 in

1960's Vintage W1960's Walnut Chest of Drawers by Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

A stylish and very well made vintage chest of drawers with wood drawer fronts and a walnut carcass. This was designed by John and Sylvia Reid, it was made in England by Stag in the 1...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Midcentury 6 Drawer Teak Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag
Midcentury 6 Drawer Teak Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag

Midcentury 6 Drawer Teak Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag

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H 25.4 in W 55.12 in D 17.33 in

Midcentury 6 Drawer Teak Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in Seaford, GB

Stag 6 Drawer Chest of Drawers John & Sylvia Reid – 1980s Vintage Furniture (Sussex, England) Designed by John and Sylvia Reid.

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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Midcentury 8 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag
Midcentury 8 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag

Midcentury 8 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag

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H 27.56 in W 46.46 in D 17.33 in

Midcentury 8 Drawer Chest of Drawers by John and Silvia Reid For Stag

Located in Seaford, GB

Stag 8 Drawer Chest of Drawers John & Sylvia Reid – 1960s Vintage Furniture (Sussex, England) Designed by John and Sylvia Reid.

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Vintage 1960s European Furniture

Materials

Teak

Designer Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Chest of Drawers
Designer Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Chest of Drawers

Designer Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Chest of Drawers

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H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in

Designer Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Chest of Drawers

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Markington, GB

Designer John & Sylvia Reid chest of drawers. Measures: Height 75cm, depth 46cm, width 76cm.

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

1960’s Stag Chest of Draws by John & Sylvia Reid
1960’s Stag Chest of Draws by John & Sylvia Reid

1960’s Stag Chest of Draws by John & Sylvia Reid

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H 27.56 in W 44.1 in D 16.93 in

1960’s Stag Chest of Draws by John & Sylvia Reid

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, Lambeth

Mid century chest of drawers. Designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture. Two toned teak wood in colours dark brown and light brown.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 72 in W 36 in L 72 in

1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A beautifully designed and extremely well made vintage wardrobe in walnut, this dates from the 1950s. It was designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag’s C Range of furniture.

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Mid 20th Century Sylvia Reed Chest of Drawers for Stag
Mid 20th Century Sylvia Reed Chest of Drawers for Stag

Mid 20th Century Sylvia Reed Chest of Drawers for Stag

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H 27.56 in W 39.77 in D 18.51 in

Mid 20th Century Sylvia Reed Chest of Drawers for Stag

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

This pretty chest is part of the Fineline range designed by John and Sylvia Reid for British manufactures 'Stag Furniture' in 1959, and was retailed between the years 1960-1963.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

1950's Vintage Stag S Range Teak Dining Table & Chairs
1950's Vintage Stag S Range Teak Dining Table & Chairs

1950's Vintage Stag S Range Teak Dining Table & Chairs

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H 28 in W 39 in D 36 in

1950's Vintage Stag S Range Teak Dining Table & Chairs

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

They are part of the award winning S Range design by husband and wife team John and Sylvia Reid. The table top is teak and back rests of the chairs are solid afromosia, all suppor...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 29 in W 15 in D 18 in

1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A stylish and very useful pair of vintage bedside chests, these were designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag furniture’s C range, they date from the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

1950s Vintage Pair of Side Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Vintage Pair of Side Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Vintage Pair of Side Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 18.9 in W 29.93 in D 16.93 in

1950s Vintage Pair of Side Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A very stylish pair of vintage side chests of drawers in oak, these were designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag. They date from the 1950s and they’re in superb condition throughout;...

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Teak Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid, English 1950s
Teak Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid, English 1950s

Teak Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid, English 1950s

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H 27.56 in W 53.94 in D 17.72 in

Teak Sideboard by John & Sylvia Reid, English 1950s

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

Small sideboard finished in teak with steel handles and hairpin legs. Designed by John & Sylvia Reid, England 1950s. The piece comprises two cupboards to the left with sliding, fe...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 29 in W 15 in L 29 in

1950s Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A stylish and very useful pair of vintage bedside chests, these were designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag furniture’s C range, they date from the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

1950s Vintage Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Vintage Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Vintage Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 29.93 in W 14.97 in D 18.12 in

1950s Vintage Pair of Walnut Bedside Chests by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A stylish and practical pair of vintage bedside chests in walnut, these were designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag. They date from the 1950s, and they are in superb condition for t...

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers
Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers

Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers

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H 38 in W 30 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning Mid-Century Modern vintage dresser by British furniture maker Stag in the 1960s. Made in walnut these are real stand out piece of furniture and have a fabulous Minimalist ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers
Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers

Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers

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H 38 in W 30 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Vintager Dresser by John & Sylvia Reid Stag C Range Drawers

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning Mid-Century Modern vintage dresser by British furniture maker Stag in the 1960s. Made in walnut these are real stand out piece of furniture and have a fabulous Minimalist ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

1950s Vintage Teak Dining Table and Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
1950s Vintage Teak Dining Table and Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

1950s Vintage Teak Dining Table and Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 28 in W 39 in D 36 in

1950s Vintage Teak Dining Table and Chairs by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A beautifully made and very stylish vintage dining table and chairs in teak and steel, these were designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag furniture’s S range, they date from the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag C Range
1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag C Range

1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag C Range

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H 36 in W 30 in D 18 in

1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag C Range

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A stylish and iconic design, this vintage chest of drawers was designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture's C range, it dates from the 1950s-1960s.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Retro Teak Cabinets by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag S-Range Vintage, 1950
Pair of Retro Teak Cabinets by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag S-Range Vintage, 1950

Pair of Retro Teak Cabinets by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag S-Range Vintage, 1950

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H 27.56 in W 36.23 in D 18.12 in

Pair of Retro Teak Cabinets by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag S-Range Vintage, 1950

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of teak vintage cabinets on hairpin legs, these were designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture’s S-range, they date from the 1950s-1960s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Vintage Teak Coffee Table by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
Vintage Teak Coffee Table by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

Vintage Teak Coffee Table by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 13 in W 60 in D 20 in

Vintage Teak Coffee Table by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

A stylish and very rare coffee table with a teak top and ebonised steel base. This was designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, it was made in England in the 1960’s.

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Teak 's Range' Cabinet by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
Teak 's Range' Cabinet by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

Teak 's Range' Cabinet by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 27.56 in W 36.23 in D 15.75 in

Teak 's Range' Cabinet by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

A superb piece of classic 1950s design in totally original condition. Retains it's original label and has the earlier first edition hinges.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

John & Sylvia Reid, Model S201 Teak Sideboard, for Stag Furniture, 1960s
John & Sylvia Reid, Model S201 Teak Sideboard, for Stag Furniture, 1960s

John & Sylvia Reid, Model S201 Teak Sideboard, for Stag Furniture, 1960s

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H 27.56 in W 53.94 in D 18.9 in

John & Sylvia Reid, Model S201 Teak Sideboard, for Stag Furniture, 1960s

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Model S201 Teak Sideboard, designed by John & Sylvia Reid as part of the S range brought out by Stag Furniture.

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century, Oak Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s
Mid Century, Oak Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s

Mid Century, Oak Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s

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H 71.26 in W 35.83 in D 22.05 in

Mid Century, Oak Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1960s

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in South Shields, GB

A freestanding double door teak wardrobe from Stag - in the Danish modern style Made during the 1960s Fitted out with a clothes rail and fixed shelving for ample storage. The style o...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Oak Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s
Midcentury Oak Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s

Midcentury Oak Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s

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H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 18.31 in

Midcentury Oak Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in South Shields, GB

A midcentury oak chest of drawers designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag From the 'C' range.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Oak Dressing Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s
Midcentury Oak Dressing Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s

Midcentury Oak Dressing Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 30.12 in D 18.31 in

Midcentury Oak Dressing Chest of Drawers by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, 1950s

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in South Shields, GB

A mid century oak chest of drawers / dressing chest designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag From the 'C' range Featuring 3 drawers.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, S-Range Dining Suite, 4 Chairs and Extending Table
John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, S-Range Dining Suite, 4 Chairs and Extending Table

John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, S-Range Dining Suite, 4 Chairs and Extending Table

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H 27.56 in W 38.98 in D 36.03 in

John & Sylvia Reid for Stag, S-Range Dining Suite, 4 Chairs and Extending Table

By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid

Located in London, GB

John & Sylvia Reid for Stag Furniture S-Range dining suite - 4 dining chairs and extending dining table, 1960-63 Table: Oiled teak top with nickel-plated stainless-steel legs.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Stag Cantata Teak Double Chest of Drawers
Mid Century Stag Cantata Teak Double Chest of Drawers

Mid Century Stag Cantata Teak Double Chest of Drawers

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H 27.56 in W 46.46 in D 17.33 in

Mid Century Stag Cantata Teak Double Chest of Drawers

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in Seaford, GB

John and Sylvia Reid:      The brand gained significant popularity after employing husband and wife designers, John and Sylvia Reid,      who designed the "Cantata" range, a minimali...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Vintage STAG Teak Chest of 8 Drawers
Mid Century Vintage STAG Teak Chest of 8 Drawers

Mid Century Vintage STAG Teak Chest of 8 Drawers

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H 27.56 in W 46.46 in D 17.33 in

Mid Century Vintage STAG Teak Chest of 8 Drawers

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in Seaford, GB

John and Sylvia Reid:      The brand gained significant popularity after employing husband and wife designers, John and Sylvia Reid,      who designed the "Cantata" range, a minimali...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Teak

Pair of 1960s Chests in Teak & Oak by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
Pair of 1960s Chests in Teak & Oak by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

Pair of 1960s Chests in Teak & Oak by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

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H 28.35 in W 36.03 in D 17.72 in

Pair of 1960s Chests in Teak & Oak by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag

By Hans J. Wegner, John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1, Robin Day

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

A rare pair of 1960s chests of drawers in teak, oak and steel by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag. Similar to Hans Wegner designs, they contrast rich teak with oak wood.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Teak

Stag Cantata Dressing Table With Brass Handles, 1970s
Stag Cantata Dressing Table With Brass Handles, 1970s

Stag Cantata Dressing Table With Brass Handles, 1970s

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H 25.2 in W 64.57 in D 17.33 in

Stag Cantata Dressing Table With Brass Handles, 1970s

By Stag Furniture 1

Located in London, GB

He worked as design consultant for Nottingham based Stag furniture from around 1965 to 1979 , taking over the role from John and Sylvia Reid . His first design for Stag was the Canta...

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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers, Fornasetti Inspired Style Mind The Gap Decoupage
Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers, Fornasetti Inspired Style Mind The Gap Decoupage

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers, Fornasetti Inspired Style Mind The Gap Decoupage

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H 27.56 in W 42.13 in D 18.51 in

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers, Fornasetti Inspired Style Mind The Gap Decoupage

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Originally conceptualised by the renowned duo John and Sylvia Reid for the iconic Stag furniture range in the 1960s, this piece exudes a Fornasetti-inspired aesthetic, adding sophist...

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20th Century British Other Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Pendant Light with Brass Details by Bergboms, Sweden
Pendant Light with Brass Details by Bergboms, Sweden

Pendant Light with Brass Details by Bergboms, Sweden

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H 13.39 in Dm 17.72 in

Pendant Light with Brass Details by Bergboms, Sweden

By Bergboms, Sigvard Bernadotte

Located in London, GB

Rotaflex lights were developed by a number of companies in Europe and the United States in the mid-20th century, including ARP in France (founded by Guariche, Motte & Mortier), Rotaf...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Oversized Table Lamp, ca 1950s
Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Oversized Table Lamp, ca 1950s

Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Oversized Table Lamp, ca 1950s

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H 48 in Dm 8 in

Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Oversized Table Lamp, ca 1950s

By Heifetz, Heifetz Rotaflex, Yasha Heifetz

Located in Cathedral City, CA

In addition to the spun cellulose acetate, John and Sylvia Reid enhanced the range with the ‘Christals’ series, made of cellulose acetate sprinkled in countless of tiny lucite bits.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Hand Painted Stag Minstrel Tallboy Cabinet "Imaginarium" c.1960
20th Century Hand Painted Stag Minstrel Tallboy Cabinet "Imaginarium" c.1960

20th Century Hand Painted Stag Minstrel Tallboy Cabinet "Imaginarium" c.1960

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H 43.71 in W 32.29 in D 18.12 in

20th Century Hand Painted Stag Minstrel Tallboy Cabinet "Imaginarium" c.1960

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

This piece is an early example from the Stag Minstrel furniture line, designed by John and Sylvia Reid during the 1960s. It beautifully blends classic British design with a modern in...

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Vintage 1960s British Other Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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John And Sylvia Reid For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal john and sylvia reid for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every john and sylvia reid was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer john and sylvia reid, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right john and sylvia reid, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made john and sylvia reid over the years, but those crafted by John & Sylvia Reid and Stag Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a John And Sylvia Reid?

A john and sylvia reid can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,793, while the lowest priced sells for $672 and the highest can go for as much as $4,884.

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

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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.

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