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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Étagère Shelf
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Étagère Shelf
This etagere measures: 20 wide x 20 deep x 79
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Glass, Wood
Grey Mid Century Étagère
Located in Westwood, NJ
veneer, the Étagère adds a touch of sophistication to any room.
The unique Pebble Grey finish enhances
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Pair of English Iron Midcentury Étagères with Inset Wooden Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of English Midcentury étagères blends utilitarian strength with refined, understated
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
Vintage Midcentury Étagère Attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Attributed to Maison Jansen
Midcentury brass and chrome étagère in the manner of Maison
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Large French Midcentury Étagère With Three Tiers, Brass & Polished Wood
Located in London, GB
This is a very attractive single side table, made in France in the 1950s.
The three tiers are made from polished mahogany, supported by brass columns which are finished at the top ...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century Chrome and Glass Etagere or Bookcase Shelving, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century etagere bookcase shelf rendered in chrome plated steel frame with glass shelves
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Chrome Shop Display Etagere after Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
-century etagere for shop display or home storage.
Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Vintage British Colonial Style Bamboo Three Tiered Folding Etagere
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial style mid century etagere crafted in bamboo with three woven rattan shelves
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine British Colonial Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Midcentury Bamboo & Rattan Etagere Corner Shelf Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury etagere corner shelves in bamboo and rattan in the style of Franco Albini.
Made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
H 38.59 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Modern Square Diamond Étagère
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stylish midcentury étagère makes the perfect eye catching addition to any home, business, or office
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Pair Of French Midcentury Etargere Side Tables
Located in London, GB
A pair of French Mid-Century etagere side tables with two tiers, in lacquered brass with polished
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Walnut Etagere
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Mid-Century modern style walnut etagere. Constructed of American walnut with a transparent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Dessert Etagere Stand
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century dessert etagere stand. Chic blonde wood framed stand from the Hotel Bristol Paris with
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Mid Century Modern Chrome Etagere
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern chrome etagere features unique shaped polished chrome frame. Glass shelves
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
American Mid-Century Plywood Étagère
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century blond plywood "ZigZag" etagere shelf unit with geometric design pigeon holes
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Mid-century design brass etagere
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mid-century design brass etagere in very good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Brass Etagere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Modern Brass Etagere in the style of Milo Baughman. Nice dome shaped top with 5 glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Brass Etagere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Modern Brass finish Etagere with glass shelves. Classic design in the style of Milo
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Circular Étagère
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern étagère features a heavy circular chrome frame with three round glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Brass Etagere Centrepiece
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning brass etagere made in the 1950s, of fine Italian manufacture.
The fruit stand is made
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th Century Four Tier Stained Walnut Etagere
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Four Tier Stained Walnut Etagere. Measures 12" in width, 12" in depth and
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Bamboo Bottle Rack Etagère
Located in Roma, RM
Mid-Century Bamboo Bottle Rack Etagère
Product Details
With storage shelf and handle.
Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Serving Tables
Materials
Bamboo
Mid-Century Brass Etagere by DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern bookcase with sliding base. Brass frame and glass shelving.
(Please confirm
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Founders Chrome & Walnut Etagere
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Founders Chrome & Walnut Etagere. Featuring a straight
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
Weinberg / Mategot styled Mid Century Metal Etagere
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Laminate covered wood shelve . This very well constructed sturdy Mid Century piece has large foot pads to
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo and Brass Etagere
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo and Brass Etagere. This piece features faux bamboo styling, brass accent
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of Mid Century Burl Étagère Bookshelfs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from stunning mappa burl wood and finished with a clear coat, this piece is both a functional storage solution and a statement of timeless elegance.
The rich, natural burl p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid-century design tubular steel etagere
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mid-century design tubular steel etagere in very nice original condition with signs of use.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Shelves
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass étagère.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Etagere
By Dal Vera
Located in Lugo, IT
Etagere composed of two elements, Attributed to Dal Vera
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Woodard Mid Century Iron and Glass Etagere
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A hard to find satin white iron etagere or bookcase with pebbled glass shelves and X cross bracing
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Etagere Painted White
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern brass etagere shelving fixture painted white.
Tall and sturdy this shelving unit
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid Century Display Shelving Etagere
By John Widdicomb
Located in Countryside, IL
John Widdicomb mid century display shelving etagere
The etagere measures: 32 wide x 14.5 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Chrome Etagere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
An elegant chrome etagere in the style of Milo Baughman. The arched chrome frame is equipped with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Cerused Oak Bookcase or Etagere, 1950s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid-Century Cerused Oak Bookcase or Etagere, 1950s
A sophisticated, functional mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Chrome mid-century modern etagere by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Chrome mid-century modern etagere by Milo Baughman in very nice original condition with white glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
White Pickled Rush Cane Bamboo Wrapped 5 Shelves 76" Tall Etagere Display MINT!
By Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lighted White Pickled Rush Cane Bamboo Wrapped 5 Shelves 76" Tall Etagere Display MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rush
H 76 in W 30 in D 19 in
Mid Century Modern Chrome and Glass Etagere
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introduce the timeless elegance of the Mid Century era to your space with this Mid Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1980s American Bookcases
Materials
Glass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brushed Aluminum Chrome Frame Étagère Display Shelf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern brushed aluminum chrome frame étagère display shelf. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 74.5 in W 30 in D 16 in
1970's Mid-Century Modern Chrome Arch Etagere
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
1970's Mid-Century Modern chrome with 4 glass shelves arch etagere, In vintage condition with minor
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Cemtury Stained Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Cemtury Stained hand crafted Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase
Measure 29.75" in width, 19.75
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo
Mid Century Modern Etagere "Tubo" by John Mascheroni
By John Mascheroni
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant etagere in a chunky tube chromed with smoked glass. Welded smooth corners with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century style DIA Étagère in Chrome and Glass
By Design Institute America
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern style étagère featuring sculpted chrome body with glass inserts, designed by Design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Tall Cane and Glass Etagere Shelf
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century tall cane and glass étagère shelf
Shelf measures: 27 wide x 16 deep x 84 inches high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Cane, Glass
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Etagere by John Mascheroni
By John Mascheroni
Located in Wilton, CT
Mascheroni, this stunning etagere has five glass shelves, including top and bottom. There are minor signs of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Faux Bamboo Arch Top Mid Century Modern Etagere Shaving Wall Unit Mid Century
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Faux Bamboo Arch Top Mid Century Modern Etagere Shaving Wall Unit Mid Century
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 77.5 in W 28 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Pagoda Etagere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern e´tage`re bookcase in the style of Milo Baughman. Brass plated frame supports
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Smashing Billy Baldwin Style Mid-Century Modern Etagere
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Billy Baldwin style etagere with pagoda form top in polished nickel, glass shelves and brass
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Glass & Chrome Shelving Units Etagere
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is this pair of vintage chrome and glass etagere shelving units. Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Multicolored Étagère / Flower Stand, 1950s/60s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern brass tubular steel étagère / flower stand, 1950s/60s.
Very good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Brass
Chrome Brass Glass Mid-Century Modern Bakers Rack Étagère
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chrome glass brass bakers rack or étagère storage shelves display.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Tubular Chrome Glass Chrome Etagere Shelf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Tubular Chrome Aluminum & Glass Shelf Bookcase with Great
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
H 72 in W 34 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Etagere, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Hilversum, NL
Mid-Century Modern vintage Milo Baughman style chrome etagere with five smoked glass shelves from
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Impressive Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chrome Étagère
By Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning vintage modern signed Paul Evans patchwork bookcase with three thick smoked glass inserts as shelves. The functional and sleek design offers plenty of room to store and di...
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Modern Chrome & Glass Arched Etagere Display Shelving Unit, Mid-20th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
inches.
Additional information:
Materials: Wood
Color: Gold
Period: Early 20th century
Styles
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Primitive Branch Etagere
Located in west palm beach, FL
Rustic Revival: Elevate your décor with this Vintage Boho Primitive Branch Etagere. Crafted with
Category
Late 20th Century North American Rustic Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Assymetrical Woven Rattan Wrapped Modernist Étagère, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Woven rattan wrapped assymetrical etagere with glass shelves from the 1970s.
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Fun Panton Inspired Stacking Cube Etagere Mid-century Modern
By Verner Panton
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Super fun Panton inspired stacking cube etagere. 4 brightly lacquered cubes stack one on top of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century French Étagère/Bookcase by Kim Moltzer, 1970's
By Kim Moltzer
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-Century French gilt metal/steel étagère/bookcase by Kim Moltzer from 1970s.
The structure is in
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Étagère Shelves, Italy, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A Mid Century bamboo and rattan three-tier Italian étagère (shelves) dating from the 1960s.
In
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
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Mid Century Etagere For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century etagere for your home. Each mid century etagere for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. There are 920 variations of the antique or vintage mid century etagere you’re looking for, while we also have 10 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century etagere, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century etagere made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mid century etagere that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Design Institute America and Charles Hollis Jones produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Etagere?
Prices for a mid century etagere start at $1 and top out at $50,000 with the average selling for $2,800.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Mid Century Etagere
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. 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. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
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