$3,130 / set
H 28.75 in W 72.05 in D 31.11 in
Mid Century Dining table and Chairs by John Herbert for A Younger
By Herbert John Day
Located in Seaford, GB
Mid Century Vintage mid century teak dining set by John Herbert for A Younger Ltd – Circa 1960s
Teak
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 82.68 in D 18.12 in
Mid-Century Teak Sideboard Model Sequence by John Herbert for A.Younger Ltd, Gre
By Herbert John Day
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Mid-century sideboard in teak designed by John Herbert for A.Younger Ltd in United Kingdom in 1968
Teak
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H 30.71 in W 83.86 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Teak Sideboard Model Sequence by John Herbert for A.Younger Ltd.
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Mid-Century sideboard in teak designed by John Herbert for A.Younger Ltd in United Kingdom in 1968
Teak
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 77.96 in D 18.9 in
Midcentury Solid Teak and Afromosia Sideboard by John Herbert for A Younger Ltd
Located in Farnham, Surrey
Stunning midcentury solid teak and Afromosia sideboard by John Herbert for A Younger Ltd, Scotland
Teak
Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for Younger
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made vintage teak dining table, this was designed by John Herbert
Teak
Midcentury Sideboard by John Herbert
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Stunning vintage teak sideboard designed by John Herbert for Younger, circa 1960s. In wonderful
Teak
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H 29.14 in W 78.35 in D 18.12 in
Midcentury Teak 'Da Silva' Sideboard by John Herbert for Younger, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
-- Mid-Century Modern sideboard - Manufactured in the UK by Younger - Designed by John Herbert
Teak
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H 27.17 in W 66.93 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Large Teak Dressing Table by John Herbert for Younger, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
- Mid-century dressing table. - Designed by John Herbert. - Manufactured in the UK by Younger
Teak
1960's Teak & Afromosia Desk / Side Table by John Herbert for Younger
By Younger Furniture
Located in London, GB
An excellent vintage side table in solid teak and solid afromosia wood. This was designed by John
Teak
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H 41.34 in W 44.89 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Large Teak Chest of Drawers by John Herbert for Younger, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
- Mid-century large chest of drawers. - Designed by John Herbert. - Manufactured in the UK by
Teak
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H 30 in W 82 in D 19.5 in
vintage MCM teak sideboard by John Herbert, part of Fonseca line by Younger
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful vintage teak sideboard designed by John Herbert, part of the Fonseca line by A. Younger
Teak
Younger' Console Table by John Herbert
Located in Warminster, GB
A beautifully designed and crafted dining table, designed by John Herbert for Younger, as part of
Teak
1960s Coffee Table by John Herbert for Younger
Located in London, Lambeth
Well crafted teak coffee table with rattan shelving rounded edges circa 1960s John Herbert.
Teak
Mid Century Side Table by John Herbert for Younger
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A mid century solid Afromosia and Teak side table produced by Younger in the 1960’s the table has
Teak
Vintage Teak Sideboard by A. Younger
By Herbert John Day
Located in London, GB
A sleek and stylish vintage teak sideboard by A. Younger. This was designed by John Herbert, it was
Teak
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H 29 in W 51 in D 32 in
A beautifully designed extending draw leaf dining table designed by John Herbert
By Younger Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
A beautifully designed extending draw leaf dining table designed by John Herbert for Younger, circa
Teak
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H 18.51 in W 17.72 in D 53.94 in
John Herbert for Younger, Mid Century Danish Style Teak and Cane Coffee Table
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl, Peter Hvidt
Located in London, GB
John Herbert (designer) A. Younger Ltd, UK (manufacturer) 'Fonseca' low table, circa 1958
Wood
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H 29.53 in W 82.29 in D 19.3 in
'Fonseca' Vintage Sideboard by John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd. 'circa 1950s'
Located in London, GB
‘Fonseca’ sideboard in teak and afrormosia wood (resembles teak) designed by John Herbert for A
Teak
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H 31 in W 84 in D 18 in
Mid-Century John Herbert for Younger Blonde Teak Sideboard Credenza, 1970s
By Younger Furniture
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Stunning quality Mid-Century John Herbert for Younger Blonde teak sideboard credenza circa 1970s
Teak
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H 29 in W 56 in D 31 in
Vintage British Midcentury Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for A. Younger
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an exclusive British Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by John Herbert and
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 57 in D 35 in
Vintage British Midcentury Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an exclusive British Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by John Herbert and
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 57 in D 35 in
Vintage Midcentury Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd. #2
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an exclusive British Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by John Herbert and
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 69.25 in D 37 in
Vintage British Midcentury Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an exclusive British Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by John Herbert and
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 57 in D 35 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd.
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an exclusive british mid century modern dining table designed by John Herbert and
Teak
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H 28.75 in W 57 in D 35 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Table by John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd.
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful british mid century modern dining table designed by John Herbert and
Teak
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H 41.34 in W 44.89 in D 36.03 in
Codan Chest of Drawers in Teak by John J. Herbert for Younger, circa 1963
Located in Derby, Derbyshire
A rarely available and wonderful quality ‘Codan’ chest of four drawers in teak designed by John
Teak
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H 33.08 in W 66.93 in D 19.3 in
Vintage Afrormosia Sidebaord by John Herbert for A Younger, 1960s
Located in Chesham, GB
and veneered teak. Designer - John Herbert Manufacturer - A Younger Design Period - 1960 to
Teak
John Herbert for A. Younger Ltd 1960s magazine rack in oak
Located in London, GB
I never grow tired of these perennially stylish John Herbert designed magazine racks… this one in
Oak
Midcentury Teak Codan Chest of Drawers by Younger, 1960s
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Midcentury chest of drawers - Manufactured by Younger - Designed by John Herbert - Made from
Teak
$9,460 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$2,722
H 14.18 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Spanish Drinks Table, End Table, Martini Table in Polychromed Gilt Iron, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish gilt wrought iron drink / cocktails table with polychromed top, Spain, 1940s. Handcrafted in wrought iron with gilt finish on the base. The round top has hand-painted floral ...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$695Sale Price|61% Off
H 30.12 in W 60.5 in D 22.5 in
Late 18th Century Hand Painted Bavarian Dowry Chest Dated 1767
Located in Miami, FL
Late 18th century hand painted Bavarian dowry chest dated 1767 Offered for sale is a Bavarian hand painted dowry chest with cast iron handles, escutcheon and interior hinges. The ...
Wood
Marble Scalloped Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Classical Italian scalloped sink basin cut from one single block of Carrara marble. Custom sizes available
Marble
1978 Monaco Grand Prix Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
This poster is for the 1978 Monaco Grand Prix, with the brilliant illustration design showing the car of the legendary Niki Lauda racing ahead of the chasing pack. The vibrant and mo...
Linen, Paper
White Limestone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white Crema Luna Limestone, the design sprung from Greek and Roman times, it carries superb artistic me...
Marble, Limestone
$23,651
H 78.75 in W 118.12 in D 1.58 in
Water Garden. Large Contemporary Triptych Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Francesca Owen is one of the foremost Expressionist artists in the UK. Her works are heavily influenced by the sights, sounds and colours of India where she travels extensively and w...
Oil
$18,781 / item
H 39.38 in Dm 59.06 in
Spider Special 150 Ceiling Light Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
By Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A very stunning bespoke ceiling light fixture Titled " Spider Special 150 " This ceiling light is composed of six ivory coloured silk on parchment shades held to a brass metal frame....
Brass
Japanese Fortune Manekineko Lucky Cat Object 1980s Showa
Located in Paris, FR
This is a manekineko cat object. It is made with porcelain and it was made around 1980s in Showa era. Dimensions. 8 x 8.5 x H13 cm The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine ...
Porcelain
1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Italy Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Wool, Beech Measurements: 78.75″ wide x 25.5″ deep x 31.5″ tall Condition: In good original condition wit...
Wool, Beech
$5,843 / set
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 25.6 in
An Original Dondolo Rocking Chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Crassevig
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Dondolo rocking chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s. Bentwood and original cane. We only have a single chair available. The price is for the single chair. Fast ...
Cane, Wood
Gianfranco Frattini 780/783 Tables For Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gianfranco Frattini 780/783 Low Tables For Cassina The series of round low tables designed by Gianfranco Frattini is emblematic of Italian design in the 1960s, a period of great opt...
Wood
$16,482 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, hand carved and hand finished in an off-white, antique finish. Takes a mattress size: 90cm x 200cm (3ft x 6ft6'). The beds come with an extra set of legs, ...
Wood
Sold|$3,387 / set
H 61.03 in W 40.16 in D 18.51 in
Early 20th Century Italian Cherry Wood Vanity Table with Armchair
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this refined Italian dressing table from the early 20th century accompanied by an armchair. The structure is made of cherry wood while the top is in fine dark marble. This...
Mirror, Cherry
$14,121 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...
Wood
$2,298
H 11.7 in W 41.4 in D 4.9 in
Arts & Crafts Coat Rack w. Majolica Glazed, Stylized Flower Tiles & Bronze Hooks
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning design and good condition, hand crafted oakwood wall coat-rack with unique tiles. This rare and highly stylish Art Nouveau / Jugendstil coat rack is entirely original and i...
Bronze
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.