MCM Michael Weiss Larkin Ottoman
By Michael Weiss
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Mid Century Modern Mich...
Steel
Modernist MCM Solid Teak Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool modernist MCM solid staved teak bud vase, circa the 1970s. The vase is in very good
Teak
American MCM Signed Rosewood Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice American MCM signed rosewood bud vase, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage
Rosewood
MCM Stylized Solid Rosewood Petite Lidded Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous MCM stylized solid rosewood wood can be used as jewelry box card holder or ring holder
Rosewood
MCM Lowboy Dresser WINDWOOD by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM Lowboy Dresser WINDWOOD by Drexel
Brass
MCM Stoneware Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful MCM stoneware vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci, circa 1960s. The hand thrown vase is in
Pottery
Small MCM Teak Wall Shelf / Organizer
Located in San Diego, CA
A small MCM teak wall shelf / organizer with three shelves and four brass hooks, circa 1970s. The
Teak
Italian MCM Ceramic and Bronze Custom Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring Japanese-inspired ceramic elements laid into an organic mid-century modern form with sculptural bronze banding. Rich in texture and craftsmanship, this exceptional artisana...
Bronze
Vintage MCM West German Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional original West German art pottery vase is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern design, embodying the vibrant energy and experimental spirit of the 1960s "Fat Lava" era...
Ceramic
Modernist MCM Teak and Glass Bud Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool modernist MCM solid teak and glass cylinder bud vase, circa the 1970s. The vase is in
Teak, Glass
Rose Cabat Ceramic Lidded MCM Bowl
By Rose Cabat
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Large Rose Cabat lidded bowl circa early 1960s. This example has yellow hues and reddish earthy undertones. Signature can be found on the bottom of the bowl.
Ceramic
Vintage MCM John Stuart Leather Front Dresser
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM leather front dresser. Made by the iconic John Stuart. Tagged inside the
Leather
Vintage MCM Ice Bucket After James Mont
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite ice bucket captures the glamorous spirit of mid-century Hollywood Regency design, heavily inspired by the legendary works of James Mont. The vessel is adorned with int...
Metal
MCM Bernhardt Flair Dresser Rosewood Walnut 1960s
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Brass
XL Wall Mirror of Bamboo Wood McM, 1940s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
XL wall mirror made of bamboo wood - made in Italy - McM 1940s Large bamboo wall mirror in the
Bamboo
Vintage MCM West German Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM table vase. An iconic West German design with a repeating ring of design
Pottery
MCM Powder Blue Ceramic Vase by Hyalyn
By Hyalyn
Located in San Diego, CA
A very fun MCM powder blue ceramic vase by Hyalyn, circa 1960s. The vase is made of ceramic and is
Ceramic
Milo Baughman Chairs MCM Stainless Steel Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Milo Baughman MCM Stainless Steel Armless Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
Danish MCM Stoneware Vase by Tue Poulsen, 1960s.
By Tue Poulsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish MCM Stoneware Vase by Tue Poulsen, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern cylindrical
Stoneware
MCM Flat Porcelain Vase by Jessie Higginson
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM style flat porcelain vase with inlaid glazed geometric design by Jessie Higginson
Porcelain
MCM Hand-Woven "Hopscotch" Wool Rug / Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique MCM hand-woven "Hopscotch" wool rug / runner, circa 1970s. The rug is in
Wool
Founders MCM Dresser with Glass Top & Mirror
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Glass, Wicker, Wood
$600Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.5 in W 39.5 in D 0.75 in
Vintage MCM Silver Gilt Metal Sunburst Mirror Unsigned C1970
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage MCM Silver Gilt Metal Sunburst Mirror C1970 Measures - 39 3/8" x 39 3/8" x 3/4" A vintage
Mirror
$796Sale Price|20% Off
H 34 in W 34 in D 20 in
MCM Solid Exotic Wood Bachelor Chest Dresser Rustic Brutalist
Located in Lake Worth, FL
right of the page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM
Wood
MCM Drip Glaze "Stamped" Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM drip glaze studio pottery stoneware vase, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good
Stoneware
German Studio Ceramic Vase Monika Maetzel McM Design, 1960er
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
German Studio Ceramic Vase Monika Maetzel McM Design, 1960er Elegant vintage vase by Monika
Ceramic
MCM California Studio Pottery Stoneware Fan Shaped Vase - Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
A very well crafted MCM California studio pottery stoneware fan shaped vase, circa 1970s. The
Stoneware
Danish MCM Ceramic Vase by Mette Doller, Svaneke. 1960s.
By Mette Doller
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish MCM Ceramic Vase by Mette Doller, Svaneke. 1960s. Small Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern
Ceramic
1970s Rattan MCM Glass Top Dresser Night Stand
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan and woven design chest you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is exhi...
Rattan, Glass
MCM Signed California Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase with Sunbursts
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM signed California studio pottery stoneware vase with sunbursts, circa 1960s. The
Pottery
MCM Signed Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Large 23"
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Offering One of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Art Acquisitions Of A Signed Large Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Approximate...
Ceramic
$750
H 32 in W 20.5 in D 20 in
Vintage Accent Chair, Solid Wood, Birch, Cane, Office, Living Room, Bedroom
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Accent Chair, Solid Wood, Birch, Cane, Office, Living Room, Bedroom, Mid Century, MCM
Birch
MCM California Pottery Low Profile Bowl by Sascha Brastoff
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in San Diego, CA
logo and hand marked model number. Would make a wonderful addition to any MCM space.! #4482
Pottery
Original MCM wood shelving system, from string Stockholm 1960s
By String Design AB
Located in Gaggenau, DE
MCM wood shelving system - consists of black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm. The
Metal
Vintage Vase - Wolfgang Thibault Keramik Mid Century McM Design, 1970s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Vase - Wolfgang Thibault Keramik - Mid Century McM Design - 1970s Interesting, elegant and
Pottery
MCM Lidded Green Marble Trinket Box with Brass Accents
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM lidded green marble trinket box with brass accents, circa 1970s. The box has well cut lines and
Marble, Brass
MCM Vintage Japanese Bamboo Open Basket Tray Catch All
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents MCM Vintage Japanese Bamboo Open Basket Tray Catch All 13.5 l x 6.5 d x 3 h
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage Italian mcm enamel bud vase, circa 1960
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern Italian bud vase, circa 1960. In tones of persimmon and licorice. Pick up in central west Los Angeles or we ship worldwide. 1.6” diameter x 8” height
Enamel
MCM Studio Pottery Lidded Stoneware Vessel by Joel Edwards
By Peter Voulkos, Joel Edwards
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous MCM Studio Pottery lidded stoneware vessel by Joel Edwards, circa 1960s. The incised piece
Stoneware
1960s MCM Faux Rattan Wood Pagoda Upholstered Daybed Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, Organic McGuire style faux bamboo daybed sofa you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The ...
Brass
MCM California Low Profile Enamel Sunburst Bowl by Sascha Brastoff
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice and hard to find MCM California low profile enamel sunburst bowl by celebrated designer
Copper, Enamel
MCM Shell Veneered Box with Wood Interior Marked Taxco
By Taxco
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Abalone shell veneered box of rectangular form with domed top and lined with rosewood. Marked Taxco on the bottom.
Metal
Swedish MCM Wall Charger by Carl Harry Stalhane for Rorstrand
By Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Redding, CT
Swedish MCM wall charger by Carl Harry Stalhane for Rorstrand . Gorgeous colorful piece of Swedish
Ceramic
Pair of Modernist MCM Solid Teak and Brass Bud Vases
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool pair of modernist MCM solid teak and brass pedestal vases, circa the 1960s. The set
Teak
Italian MCM Leather Wood Book Library Wastebasket Trash Can
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Italian Leather and Wood Wastebasket. Perfect to be used formally or informally in a bathroom, powder room, vanity space or home office. Truly a vintage elegant Ralph Lauren ...
Leather, Wood
$3,895
H 42 in W 31 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Tall Chest for Winchendon Furniture MCM Dresser.
Located in Seattle, WA
surface imperfections consistent with use and vintage condition.This chest works well as a bedroom dresser
Wood
$2,594
H 71 in W 20 in D 2 in
Rattan Room Divider, Starburst Design, Mid Century, MCM, Boho Chic, Backdrop
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
-century modern (MCM) and boho chic style to any bedroom or living room. Use it as a backdrop to divide a
Rattan
Small MCM Drip Glaze Ceramic Vase by Ken's of California
Located in San Diego, CA
Small MCM drip glaze ceramic vase by Ken's of California, circa 1960s. This vase is in excellent
Ceramic
MCM Drip Glaze Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase by Del Soto
By David Cressey
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM drip glaze studio pottery stoneware vase by Del Soto, circa 1971. The piece is in very
Stoneware
1960s Rattan MCM Wicker Italian Sculptural Circular Rocking Chair
By Franco Bettonica
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan rocking chair you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is exhibited thr...
Rattan
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in Dm 9 in
Large MCM Studio Pottery Lidded Stoneware Vessel by Joel Edwards
By Joel Edwards, Peter Voulkos
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM studio pottery lidded stoneware vessel by Joel Edwards, circa 1960s. The incised piece is
Stoneware
$1,364
H 2 in W 5.5 in D 4.5 in
Sigi Pineda MCM Hinged Box Silver, Brass, Rosewood, Sodalite, Turquoise Stone
By Sigi Pineda
Located in North Miami, FL
This unique abstract signed Mid-Century Modern mixed media hinged box is by Sigi Pineda and from Taxco Mexico in the 1950s. It is signed Sigi Taxco 8. The box is silver, brass, rosew...
Silver, Brass
MCM 1960s Teak and Wicker Rattan Swing Doors Dresser Sideboard
By Michael Taylor
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan and stacked teak wood design dresser you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The be...
Rattan, Wood
$2,147
H 33.75 in W 33.75 in D 15.75 in
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik MCM Danish Teak 4 Drawers Dresser
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik Mid Century Danish Teak 4 Drawers Dresser This dresser measures: 33.75 wide x 15.75 deep x 33.75 high We take our photos in a controlled ...
Teak
$4,795
H 45.5 in W 48 in D 18 in
Westnofa MCM Danish Rosewood 14 Drawer Armoire Gentleman's Chest Highboy Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Danish Rosewood 14 Drawer Armoire Gentleman's Chest Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 45.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be ...
Rosewood
MCM Stig Lindberg Stoneware Conical Vase, Domino Series, Black/White, 1954
By Stig Lindberg
Located in Downingtown, PA
Modernist Rhythm: Stig Lindberg — Domino Series Conical Vase Object: Conical Vase, Domino Series Designer: Stig Lindberg (1916–1982) Manufacturer: Gustavsberg, Sweden Date: Designed ...
Porcelain
$2,100
H 4 in W 18.25 in D 13 in
"Herb Ritts Vintage MCM Astrolite Lucite Oval Centerpiece Bowl, 1960s"
By Astrolite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large oval shaped Herb Ritts vintage MCM Astrolite Lucite center piece oval bowl.
Lucite
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.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
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You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.