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Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Laurits M. Larsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Laurits M Larsen Scandinavian Modern teak desk, Designed by Peter Løvig
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Triënnale Floor Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia, 1950s
By Anvia, J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Mid-Century Modern Triënnale floor lamp. Design by J.J.M. Hoogervorst
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Triënnale Floor Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia, 1950s
By Anvia, J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Mid-Century Modern Triënnale floor lamp. Design by J.J.M. Hoogervorst
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Two Chairs by Claude Adrien for M.A.M., France, 1950s
By Claude Adrien, Edition Meubles Artistiques Modernes
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
sheet metal. Ingenious design by Claude Adrien for Meubles Artsitiques Modernes (M.A.M.) from the early
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum, Sheet Metal

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Giant Bulb Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for M Design
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Hamburg, DE
A rare item for lighting collectors and design lovers. A giant bulb based on a design by the well-known lighting designer ingo maurer from the 1960s. Here in a particularly rare vers...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Rare Mid-Century Modern Alu Bowls by Ingo Maurer for Design M 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern bowls by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Aluminum

Ingo Maurer Floor Lamp for M-Design, Germany 1960
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An elegant, modern floor lamp designed by Ingo Maurer and manufactured by M-Design in Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Gio Ponti Double Dresser for M.Singer & Sons
By Gio Ponti, M. Singer & Sons
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
serves as drawer pulls; with glass top; M. Singer and Sons label on inside of top left drawer. Model 2161
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Ingo Maurer Cork Lamp for Design M, Germany 1974
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in London, GB
The late Ingo Maurer (1932-2019), founder of design company Design M in Munich, designed intriguing
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Vintage 1970s German Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cork

Coat Hangers by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 80's
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Padova, IT
class and of great effect as details that manifest the refinement and attention of elegant, modern
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Late 20th Century German Modern Cabinets

Materials

Plastic

Pendant Lamp Tricena By Ingo Maurer For Design M München
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Vienna, AT
Pendant lamp or hanging light 'Tricena I' by Ingo Maurer, 1968 for Design M, Munich, Germany
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons Walnut Serving Tables
By M. Singer & Sons, Bertha Schaefer
Located in Hanover, MA
Award winning set of nesting serving tables designed by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vetro Soffiato Centerpiece by Vittorio Zecchin for M.V.M Cappelin & C.
By Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.)
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vetro Soffiato Centerpiece by Vittorio Zecchin for M.V.M Cappelin & C. A very large 'Vetro
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Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Ingo Maurer Cork Lamps for Design M, Germany 1974
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in London, GB
The late Ingo Maurer (1932-2019), founder of design company Design M in Munich, designed intriguing
Category

Vintage 1970s German Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cork

Large Pine Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Large pine table lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany. Executed in stained pine and
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Pine, Paper

Flicka Dining and Occasional Chair in Oiled Walnut by Brooke M. Davis for Wooda
By Brooke M. Davis
Located in Omro, WI
The Flicka chair by Brooke M. Davis for Wooda is an engaging exploration of form and function with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Vintage Uchiwa Ingo Maurer Wall Lamp for M Design Germany 70s
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Uchiwa lamp were handcrafted from bamboo, wicker and Japanese rice paper. Ingo Maurer's interest in paper for lampshades was linked to his interest in Japan. From 1973 to 1975, he ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Vintage Uchiwa Ingo Maurer Wall Lamp for M Design Germany 70s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Uchiwa lamp were handcrafted from bamboo, wicker and Japanese rice paper. Ingo Maurer's interest in paper for lampshades was linked to his interest in Japan. From 1973 to 1975, he ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Carlo de Carli Lounge Chairs for M. Singer & Sons
By Carlo De Carli, M. Singer & Sons
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern. Specifications: Fabric, wood. Condition: These Carlo de Carli lounge chairs for M
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 5 Hans Wegner for C.M. Madsen Danish Teak and Black Leather
By C.M. Madsen
Located in Queens, NY
upholstered seats, resting on tapered dowel legs with stretchers. (HANS WEGNER FOR C.M. MADSEN)(PRICED AS Set
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
present design for C. M. Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark was manufactured by the Danish company, FDB Møbler
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
for C. M. Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark was manufactured by the Danish company, FDB Møbler. The
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Wall Lamps "Uchiwa" by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in bruxelles, BE
Rare large pair of red wall lamps in bamboo and paper mounted on a metal base by Ingo Maureur. Model: Uchiwa . Wear due to time and age FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Uchiwa Series Chandelier by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany, 1970's
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Design M exemplifies the artistic exploration of the 1970s. Comprising fourteen fans crafted from bamboo
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo

Tricena I by Ingo Maurer for Design M Large Pendant Lamp, 1968
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Vienna, AT
Large pendant lamp Tricena I by Ingo Maurer for Design M 1968, Munich, Germany Cool light by the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Prix Desk Lamp by Ingo Maurer in White for M-Design, 1970's
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Prix desk lamp by Ingo Maurer for M-Design 1970's. Highly collectable, minimalist light by "The
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Carlo de Carli for M. Singer & Sons Lounge, Refinished / Mohair
By Carlo De Carli, M. Singer & Sons
Located in St. Louis, MO
Carlo de Carli for M. Singer & Sons lounge chair circa 1950s completely restored with medium
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Mohair

Documented Gio Ponti for M. Singer & Son's Bi-Level Cocktail Table
By M. Singer & Sons, Bertha Schaefer
Located in Hanover, MA
for M. Singer & Sons, produced in Italy by Giordano Chiesa. Documented by Gio Ponti Archives
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Very Large Faux Suede Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A very large table lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany. Executed in faux suede laether
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

J.J.M. Hoogervorst Model #1506 Counterbalance Ceiling Light for Anvia
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in Glendale, CA
J.J.M. Hoogervorst counterbalance ceiling light for Anvia. Hoogervorst's signature light is also
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and P...

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

Gulp Chrome and Black Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Gulp table lamp designed by Ingo Maurer and produced by his own company Design M. The tubular
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chair, Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer and Sons, 1950s, Mahogany
By Bertha Schaefer, M. Singer & Sons
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant modernist armchair by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons. Completely restored with a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

J.J.M. Hoogervorst Swivel-Arm Wall Lights for Anvia, 1960s
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in Glendale, CA
J.J.M. Hoogervorst swivel-arm wall lights for Anvia, 1960s. Executed in white painted metal, the
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Poul M. Volther for Frem Røjle Danish Modern Sofa Sleeper
By Poul Volther, Frem Røjle
Located in Fulton, CA
A Danish Modern sofa sleeper designed by Poul M. Volther for Frem Røjle. Denmark, circa. 1960's
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Two Bookcases by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
heaviness of the body. Børge Mogensen’s present design for C. M. Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark was
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Model No. 1502 Grasshopper Floor Lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model No. 1502 Grasshopper floor lamp by J.J.M. Hoogervorst. Current production designed and
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Model No. 1602 Paperclip Wall Light by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paperclip wall light by J.J.M. Hoogervorst. Current production designed in the Netherlands by Anvia
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Iconic Early “BULB” Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design-M, Germany 1966
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in London, GB
and produced by his label, Design-M. This early example of "Bulb", the lamp that launched Maurer's
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Gio Ponti for M. Singer & Sons Walnut Coffee Table with Travertine Top
By M. Singer & Sons, Gio Ponti
Located in West Chester, PA
Mid-Century Modern coffee table with a travertine top on a sculptural solid walnut base. Top
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Rare Cork and Row Silk Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, M Design
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare early cork table lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany. Executed in cork and raw
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cork, Silk

A pair of Uchiwa Wall lamps designed by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 1973
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Distributed by M Design, Germany Ingo Maurer himself coined that the Uchiwa series had been a turning point
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Thomas Alva Edison Pendant or Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1979
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Thomas Alva Edison lamp designed by Ingo Maurer for Design M. The lamp, resembling a light bulb
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Carlo de Carli Model 802 Lounge Chairs for M.Singer & Sons
By M. Singer & Sons, Carlo De Carli
Located in San Francisco, CA
Carlo de Carli design lounge chairs for M.Singer & Sons, Model 802. Sophisticated looking chairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Børge Mogensen, set of 6 BM-1 chairs for C.M Madsens Møbelfabrik
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Munster, NRW
Børge Mogensen, set of 6 BM-1 chairs for C.M Madsens Møbelfabrik This set of 6 BM-1 chairs, by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

1970s Borge Mogensen Shaker Trestle Dining Table for Haarby C.M. Madsen Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large Shaker-style dining table, designed by Borge Mogensen for Haarby C.M. Madsen in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

San-Ju ceiling light from the Uchiwa series by Ingo Maurer for Design M
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The lamp consists of 30 fans. It can be mounted in two different ways (see previous illustration). The production of the distinctive 'Uchiwa' fans from bamboo canes and rice paper re...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo

"Metropolitan" Candlestick by Robert A. M. Stern for Swid Powell
By Cleto Munari, Robert A.M. Stern, Swid Powell
Located in Skokie, IL
"Metropolitan" Candlestick by Robert A. M. Stern for Swid Powell A single iconic "Metropolitan
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Model 66 Rocking Chair by M. Nissen for Pastoe
By M. Nissen I.S – Horsens 1, Finn Juhl, Nissen, Pastoe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage mid-century Dutch rocking chair designed by M. Nissen for Pastoe Furniture. Heavily
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

1960's Aqua Mid-Century Model 4101 Pendant Light by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Anvia
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century 'Model 4101' pendant light by J.J.M. Hoogervorst for Dutch lighting manufacturer Anvia
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1950s Model A232 Teak Cabinet by Børge Mogensen for C.M. Madsen / FDB Mobler
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Model A232 Cabinet, designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by C.M. Madsen for FDB Mobler
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Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Børge Mogensen Model BM1 Dining Oak Chairs for C.M. Madsens Set of 6
By C.M. Madsen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This set of 6 Model BM1 Chairs. It was designed 1958 by Børge Mogensen and produced by C.M
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Gio Ponti Velvet Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Brass for M. Singer and Sons, 1950s
By M. Singer & Sons, Gio Ponti
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Italian architect Gio Ponti and produced for M. Singer
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Table Lamps or Sconces Pox by Ingo Maurer for Design M Germany, 1960s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Munich, DE
height. Designed by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany, 1960s. Executed in aluminium and metal, each lamp
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Carlo di Carli for M. Singer & Sons
By M. Singer & Sons, Carlo De Carli
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An excellent set of four (4) armless Mid-Century Modern dining chairs designed by Carlo di Carli in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Sleigh Chair and footstool by Børge Mogensen for Tage M Christensen & Co, 1953
By Børge Mogensen, Tage M. Christensen & Co 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sleigh chair designed by Börge Mogensen for Tage M Christensen & Co, Denmark. 1953. Wool
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Set of Six Borge Mogensen for Haarby C.M. Madsen Model BM1 Dining Chairs
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of six BM1 Dining Side Chairs, designed by Borge Mogensen for Haarby C.M. Madsen in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Vintage Hans Wegner for C.M. Madsens 'W2' Chair in Oak; Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, C.M. Madsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely example of the early work of the 20th century's master of seating design, Hans J. Wegner. The sculpted oak backrest or top-rail employed here was developed as part of a fami...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Utensilo II Wall Organizer by Dorothee Maurer Becker for Design M, Germany, 1970
By M Design, Ingo Maurer, Dorothee Maurer-Becker
Located in Saarburg, RP
original of the company Design M. It was still produced by the company of her husband, the designer Ingo
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Plastic

Italian Modern Dining Table by Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons
By M. Singer & Sons, Bertha Schaefer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian modern dining table, designed by Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons, Italy, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1950s. Large bookcase in teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

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    On jewelry, what M means varies. The "M" hallmark usually signifies that the piece comes from a particular maker. However, several jewelry makers have used "M" hallmarks. Among them are Maui Divers, Mikimoto and Movado. For more information and assistance with identification, you can consult trusted online sources or an expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a wide range of jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, M Missoni is a luxury brand. However, pieces from the M Missoni collection are usually sold at lower price points than those from the flagship Missoni collection. The diffusion line debuted in 1998 and features sportswear designed to suit the tastes of younger women. Explore a variety of Missoni apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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    The difference between Missoni and M Missoni is that Missoni is an Italian fashion label that is famous for its luxury knitwear designs, and M Missoni is the brand’s casualwear diffusion line, a modestly priced offshoot of the main collection that was founded in 1988. M Missoni is aimed at younger buyers. 

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    Organic shapes, clean lines and elegant simplicity describe mid-century modern American furniture well. The style, which emerged primarily in the post-World War II era, is characterized by furniture that was crafted by creators who believed that good design was key to good living.Today, mid-century modern is by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
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    In art and design, the term contemporary is applied to works by 21st-century artists, while modern refers to works created from the 1880s and through the 1960s.

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    A modern home is a style of residential building that was constructed during the modernist design movement of the mid-20th century. Modernist architecture is defined by clean lines, simple rectangular shapes and a lack of ornamentation.
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    To tell if an M. C. Escher print is real, examine its details with a magnifying glass. If you see any pixelation, the piece is likely a reproduction. Escher used lithographic techniques to produce his prints, and this method usually involves heavy paper with a noticeable grain and a thicker application of ink. As a result, smooth or glossy paper or fine, light linework typically indicates that a print is a copy. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can further assist you with the authentication process. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of M. C. Escher art.
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    Paul Cézanne is often cited as the father of modern art.

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    Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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    Modern furniture is made of many different types of materials. Some modern furniture makers used natural materials like wood for frames and leather and linen for upholstery. Metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel and nickel, were also common, as were some plastics. Explore a diverse assortment of modern furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Modern art is characterized by a rejection of realism and narrative and a trend toward abstraction.

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    Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style 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. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern day sculptures are typically made with bronze, which is an alloy of copper and tin. Sculptures can also be crafted with gold, silver, aluminum, lead and iron. Find a collection of sculptures from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.