Large MCM Ceramic Table Lamp on Walnut Base
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM ceramic table lamp on walnut base, circa 1960s. The lamp is in very good working
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Walnut
Large MCM Ceramic Table Lamp on Walnut Base
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM ceramic table lamp on walnut base, circa 1960s. The lamp is in very good working
Ceramic, Walnut
MCM Ceramic and Marble Owls Sculpture by Jose Torres Guardia
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool MCM ceramic and marble owls sculpture by Jose Torres Guardia, circa 1970s. The piece is
Marble
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
Pair of Mid-Size California Design MCM Ceramic Planters by Gainey
By Gainey Pottery
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of mid-size California design MCM ceramic planters by Gainey of LaVerne, California, circa
Ceramic
$340Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of MCM Ceramic Tile and Walnut Bookends by Jane & Gordon Martz
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of MCM ceramic tile and walnut bookends by Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
Pottery, Walnut
$152Sale Price|20% Off
Nine Inch MCM Ceramic / Porcelain Big Fluffy Dog Sculpture
Located in Warrenton, OR
Nine Inch MCM Ceramic / Porcelain Big Fluffy Dog Sculpture This is a sweet larger dog statue likely
Ceramic, Porcelain
$780Sale Price|20% Off
Large California Design MCM Ceramic Planter by Gainey
By Gainey Pottery
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice large California design 17" ceramic planter by Gainey of LaVerne, California, circa
Ceramic
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Ceramic "Space Bank" by Malcolm Leland for N.S. Gustin Co
By N.S. Gustin Co., Malcolm Leland
Located in San Diego, CA
A fabulous MCM ceramic "Space Bank" by Malcolm Leland for N.S. Gustin Co., circa 1950s. #2390
Brass
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Ceramic "Space Bank" by Malcolm Leland for N.S. Gustin Co
By N.S. Gustin Co., Malcolm Leland
Located in San Diego, CA
A fabulous MCM ceramic "Space Bank" by Malcolm Leland for N.S. Gustin Co., circa 1950s. #2389
Brass
MCM Ceramic California Pottery Standing Tall Pink Flamingo Figurine Statue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century pink and green long-legged "Standing Tall" flamingo ceramic figurine. The statue
Ceramic
MCM Ceramic Curious Watcher Modernist Pink Flamingo Tabletop Statue by Metlox
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century pink and green "Curious Watcher" Modernist flamingo ceramic figurine made by the Metlox
Ceramic
Large 10" MCM Ceramic Hand Painted Flamingo Flower Table Planter, California
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 10" Tall Mid-century pink and green ceramic flamingo tabletop California planter. The planter
Ceramic
MCM Ceramic Miniature Pink Flamingo Tabletop Statue His & Hers Set By Leftons
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century pink and green ceramic flamingo statue set by Leftons. The set features two beautifully
Ceramic
Very Large Stunning Brutalist Postmodern MCM Ceramic Handmade Lamp 70s, 3 lights
Located in Basel, BS
Ceramic lamp body only: 22cm L x 22cm W x 49cm H Brass top of ceramic to the top of the portion where
Brass
MCM Ceramic Angel Fish with Bubbles 8 Piece Wall Sculpture Set by Ceramicraft
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century 8-piece wall sculpture set by Ceramicraft featuring 4 ceramic angel fish and 4
Ceramic
MCM Ceramic Angel Fish & Seahorse 3 Piece Wall Sculpture Set by Freeman Mcfarlin
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century 3-piece wall sculpture set featuring 2 ceramic angel fish and 1 Seahorse. This
Ceramic
MCM Ceramic Coasters by Fornasetti in the "Mitologia" (Myth) Pattern in 22k Gold
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage ceramic coasters by Fornasetti made exclusively for Bonwitt Teller stores. Decorated with
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century MCM Ceramic Orange & Black Glossy Drip Glaze Lamps, a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern ceramic orange & black glossy drip glaze table lamps with new
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp Base 3
Located in Duxbury, MA
Vintage MCM ceramic table lamp base. Not wired. Lampshade not included.
Ceramic
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp Base 2
Located in Duxbury, MA
Vintage MCM ceramic table lamp base. Not wired. Lampshade not included.
Ceramic
MCM Japanese Ikebana Ceramic Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM Japanese ikebana semi-circle ceramic vase, circa 1970s. The vase is in great shape
Ceramic
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your interior with the moody elegance of this vintage Mid-Century Modern ceramic table
Brass
Green MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous vintage MCM table lamp. A chic glazed ceramic finish with a beautiful moss green color
Ceramic
MCM Footed Ceramic Planter by Haeger
By Haeger
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM footed ceramic planter by Haeger, circa 1960s. The planter is in very good vintage
Ceramic
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Flamingo Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
delightful vintage flamingo planter. Crafted from glazed ceramic, this piece captures the iconic tropical
Ceramic
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 Royal Haeger Glazed Ceramic Lamp
By Haeger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
masterpiece is a must-have for any enthusiast of MCM ceramics or unique vintage lighting. Secure this
Ceramic
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your lighting scheme with this exquisite pair of Mid-Century Modern ceramic and wood table
Metal
$240Sale Price|20% Off
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
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
lamp features a sculptural, stacked cylinder form, crafted from high-quality ceramic and finished in a
Ceramic
MCM Bright Yellow Glazed Ceramic "Ball" Table Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM bright yellow glazed ceramic "Ball" table lamp, circa 1960s. The lamp is in good vintage
Metal
$1,750 / set
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Gourd Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Mid-Century Modern (MCM) Glazed Ceramic Gourd Lamps are a perfect blend of retro style
Ceramic, Lucite
Vintage MCM Signed Glazed Ceramic Double Branch Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
dramatic, sculptural "wishbone" or V-shaped silhouette. The exceptional ceramic body is finished in a
Metal
Vintage MCM Abstract Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
a distinctive sculptural form crafted from glazed ceramic. These lamps feature a captivating design
Brass
Vintage MCM Abstract Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
lines and cut-out details, rendered in a rich, deep maroon glazed ceramic that exudes a sophisticated
Brass
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Chinoiserie Figures - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of vintage Mid-Century glazed ceramic Chinoiserie figures brings refined
Ceramic
$1,950 / set
Vintage MCM Drip Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps showcases the vibrant, organic beauty of 1960s artisanal pottery. Each lamp features a sophisticated bulbous silhouette with an e...
Ceramic
1960s MCM Green Drip Glaze Ceramic Serving Dish
By Santa Anita Ware
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Mid-Century Modern ceramic serving dish circa 1960, drip glazed in vibrant green hues and shaped
Ceramic
MCM Signed Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Large 23"
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Art Acquisitions Of A Signed Large Ceramic Studio Pottery Vase Approximate Measurements in
Ceramic
$2,250 / set
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ceramic table lamps. These sculptural pieces feature a sophisticated palette of deep teal and cream
Acrylic
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Wall Pockets - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your vertical space with the serene elegance and whimsical charm of this matching set of two vintage lady head wall pockets. Crafted in the mid-20th century, these sculptural ...
Ceramic
$746Sale Price / set|25% Off
Vintage MCM Bauer Table Lamps Ceramic Lucite White Pair
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Pair of 1985 Vintage MCM Bauer White ceramic and Lucite Table
Ceramic, Lucite
Vintage MCM West German Monumental Matte Ceramic Ashtray
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bold and beautifully utilitarian, this vintage West German ceramic ashtray embodies classic mid
Stoneware
American MCM Russel Wright Water Jug Ceramic Pitcher for Oneida
By Russel Wright, Oneida
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful large ceramic jug pitcher designed by Russel Wright for Oneida beautiful colors glaze and
Ceramic
$576Sale Price|20% Off
1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Highly decorative.
Ceramic
MCM California Pottery Ceramic Searcher Tropical Pink Flamingo Figurine Statue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century pink and green long-legged "Searcher" flamingo ceramic figurine. The statue detailed a
Ceramic
13" Tall MCM California Pottery Ceramic long-legged Flamingo Figurine
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century pink and green long-legged flamingo ceramic figurine. The statue detailed a pink
Ceramic
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
Large 10" MCM California Pottery Ceramic Bashful Pink Flamingo Tabletop Statue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century pink and green Drinking flamingo ceramic figurine with a bashful expression. The statue
Ceramic
Vintage Miniature Italian Ceramic MCM Pitcher, Midcentury Modern Blue Bud Vase
By Bitossi
Located in Chicago, IL
Color, shape and line converge in a miniature modernist mid century Italian glazed ceramic vase
Ceramic
MCM California Pottery Ceramic Flamingo Figurine Set w/ Tropical Pond Tray
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century set of 2 pink and green flamingo ceramic figurines with flamingo pool tray decorative
Ceramic
Danish Modern MCM Decorative Nautical Ceramic Wall Plate Norway Skute Ship
By Figgjo Flint
Located in San Diego, CA
"Skute" (ship) ceramics from Norway are largely synonymous with mid-century, high-relief wall plaques and plates featuring sailing ships, produced by manufacturers like Arnold Wiigs ...
Ceramic
Large MCM Figural Ceramic Table Lamp in the Style of Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM figural ceramic table lamp in the style of Bitossi, circa 1960s. The lamp is in very
Ceramic
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Harris G. Strong Ceramic MCM Female Figures Mosaic Tile Art Plaque 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century modern ceramic tile art by Harris G. Strong - depicts three female figures formed
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Ceramic Tiger Statue Sculpture MCM Regency style 1950s Stamped
Located in Seattle, WA
The vintage Italian ceramic tiger statue is a striking piece of mid-century modern decor
Ceramic
MCM Blue Elephant Shaped Ceramic Garden Stool or Plant Stand, Belgium, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a large ceramic and very decorative garden stool or plant stand in
Ceramic
Large MCM Blue and Cream Ceramic Studio Pottery French Jardiniere Planter
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large earthenware ceramic jardiniere or planter. This piece is decorated with a creamy white and
Ceramic, Earthenware
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.
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.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
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.
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.