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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
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Vintage MCM Wood and Metal Candelabra
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage MCM candelabra. A chic black metal and brass frame with wood block touches
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1958 Scandinavian MCM Wood Dining Chairs (Set of 8)
Located in Fullerton, CA
The perfect set of unique mid-century modern wood dining armchairs made in 1958 in Scandinavia
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
MCM Bowling Pin Wood Trophy "Hoboken Women's Industrial League"
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool MCM wood bowling pin trophy - "Hoboken Women's Industrial League", circa 1950s. The pin
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memora...
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wood Barstools - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
This set of two vintage MCM wood barstools combines sleek mid-century modern design with sturdy
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Vintage Hutch Cabinet by Drexel, Triune Collection, Mid Century, MCM, Mahogany
By Drexel
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Hutch Cabinet by Drexel, Triune Collection, Mid Century, MCM, Wood, Display, China, Storage
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
H 77.75 in W 56.5 in D 15.5 in
Pair of MCM Walnut Letter Trays by Carver Wood Products
By Carver Wood Products Inc.
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of MCM walnut letter trays by Carver Wood Products, circa 1970s. The trays are in good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Walnut
Small MCM Solid Wood Trivet
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Small MCM solid wood trivet designed to hold a square casserole dish, circa 1970s. The piece is
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Wood
Large MCM Solid Wood Trivet
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
LargeMCM solid wood trivet designed to hold a square casserole dish, circa 1970s. The piece is made
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Wood
MCM Stylized Zebra Wood Elephant Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous MCM stylized zebra wood (possibly rosewood; not sure) elephant sculpture, circa 1970s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Zebra Wood
MCM Biplane Wire Sculpture on Wood Base
By C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in San Diego, CA
A well done handmade MCM biplane wire sculpture on wood base, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Metal, Wire
1960s MCM Rattan Wood Round Circular Mirror
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1940s with this faux bamboo mirror. The ultra rare mirror exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibit...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Rattan, Glass, Wood
Bernhardt MCM Cocktail Coffee Table Brushed Steel Wood
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
code for a quote.
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
MCM
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Large MCM Advertising Desk Pad on Wood Truck "Mitchell"
Located in San Diego, CA
A super cool and hard to find large MCM advertising desk pad on wood truck "Mitchell", circa 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Wood, Paper
MCM Brass & Wood Angel Fish Sculpture by Frederick Cooper
By Frederick Cooper
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage MCM large brass and light wood angel fish sculpture by Frederick Cooper, circa 1970s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
MCM Brass & Wood Sailfish / Marlin Sculpture by Frederick Cooper
By Frederick Cooper
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage MCM large brass and light wood sailfish / marlin sculpture by Frederick Cooper, circa 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
1950s Oak Wood Letter Tray MCM Desk Accessory
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Oak Wood Letter Tray MCM desk accessory
The Line Hedges File Illinois
Dovetail joinery
2.5
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Modernist Console Table Sculptural Wood Credenza MCM 70s
By Kengo Kuma, Pierre Chapo
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage console table showcases a stunning organic wood grain pattern with a rich, textured
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Dining Table, Wicker Rattan Base, Wood Top, Rectangular, MCM
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Dining Table, Wicker Rattan Base, Wood Top, Rectangular, Mid Century, MCM, Unique, Dining
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Barware Bottle Opener Long Two-toned Wood Handle MCM Vintage
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Barware MCM Bottle Opener
Long handled with strap
Crafted in two-tone wood and metal
18.25
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
MCM Chrome & Wood Dining Armchairs Accent Chairs Set of 2
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of 2 MCM solid
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
MCM Ash Wood Moose / Reindeer Sculpture by Kaija Aarikka
By Kaija Aarikka
Located in San Diego, CA
A MCM ash wood moose / reindeer sculpture by Kaija Aarikka of Finland, circa 1970s. The sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ash
Pair of MCM Mixed Woods Salt and Pepper Shakers
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of MCM mixed woods salt and pepper shakers, circa 1970s. The set is constructed of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Ash, Beech, Teak, Walnut
Danish MCM Teak Wood Square Serving Bar Tray by Digsmed
By Digsmed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Elegant Danish Mid Century teak tray by Disgmed made in Denmark. Great example of Scandinavian design and execution. Perfect tray to be used in a kitchen or bar area. Marked "Digsmed...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Wood
MCM Taverneau Wood & Wicker Handled Oblong Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool MCM taverneau wood and wicker handle oblong tray by Arthur Umanoff, circa 1960s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Haitian Bohemian Serving Pieces
Materials
Wicker, Wood
MCM Bent Plywood and Solid Wood Large Serving Tray
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1579 Bent plywood serving tray with solid wood handles
Category
Vintage 1960s Platters and Serveware
Materials
Hardwood, Plywood
Vintage Tommi Parzinger Style Restored Wood and Brass Credenza Cabinet MCM
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in North Miami, FL
has brass inlay on the top and bottom and legs. The special beautiful restored stain on the wood is a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
MCM Italian Bent Wood Round Back Chairs Colber & Trocadero
Located in New York, NY
dings to the wood and we recommend recovering, fabric is worn. Very nice set, great for design project
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
1970s MCM Walnut Wood Planter Box Jardiniere or Trashcan Basket
By Maison Lancel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a MCM Walnut wood basket or waste basket. It could be used as planter ( it
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Walnut
L.A Period Nightstands, Solid Wood, Mid Century, MCM, Bedroom, End Tables
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
L.A Period Nightstands, Solid Wood, Mid Century, MCM, Bedroom, End Tables,
Vintage from the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Lane Parsons Style End Table ... MCM Side Table, Wood Veneer
By Lane Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Lane Parsons Style End Table. Walnut box matched veneer. Great lines and shape, timeless design. Original finish.
Measures 27" wide x 27" deep x 20" high.
Fair vintage cond...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Danish Teak Wood Virgin Mary Madonna Mid Century MCM Simon Randers
Located in Pasadena, TX
The item is in good condition with no significant damage which I could find OTHER than the odd scratch (as pictured). Please see the photos for a more detailed view of the item to ju...
Category
20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Teak
H 10.7 in W 3 in D 3 in
Circular End Table, Side Table, Solid Maple Wood, Mid Century, MCM, Maximalist.
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Circular End Table, Side Table, Solid Maple Wood, Mid Century, MCM, Hollywood Regency, Maximalist
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood, Maple
H 16.5 in Dm 25.75 in
Pair, Yasha Heifetz "Male & Female Dancer" MCM Carved Wood Table Lamps
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Atlanta, GA
1938. Their primary product was table lamps, but they also made ashtrays, wood and metal sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
H 23.875 in W 6.5 in D 5.125 in
Pair MCM Danish or Scandinavian Modern Style Walnut Toned Wood Armchair Frames
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century Danish or Scandinavian Modern style walnut stained wood armchair frames
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 26.5 in W 25.5 in D 33 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar MCM Burl Wood Centre or Cocktail Round Table
By Edward Wormley
Located in Plainview, NY
Edward Wormley Mid Century Modern for Dunbar burl wood center or cocktail round Table.
A timeless
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood, Burl
Medium Round MCM Vintage Belgian Plastered Gilt Wood Convex Butler Mirror 45cm
Located in Haarlem, NL
wood frames.
Great addition to any wall and impactful statement on its own.
Imagine this in your
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Convex Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage MCM 1970's Set of 4 Black Stained Wood Dining Chairs
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern design set of 4 black stained laquered wood dining or kitchen chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage MCM walnut wood credenza Buffet 3 drawers with Milled metallic Knobs
Located in Seattle, WA
Wonderful vintage modern walnut credenza/ buffet by Stanley Furniture with three hefty drawers in the center and two large compartments on each side hidden by cabinet doors. The comp...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Gorgeous Mid Century Handcrafted Bamboo & Wood Table Lamp 60s MCM Arts Crafts
By George Nakashima
Located in Peoria, AZ
Here is a splendid bamboo and wood table lamp that exemplifies grace and nature! Bamboo is cut & weaved
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
H 20 in W 15 in D 15 in
MCM Cork and Wood Tall Dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Cork and Wood Tall Dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
This amazing
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Cork
Roxinho vintage Safari armchair in leather and wood by MCM Michel Arnoult, 1960s
By Michel Arnoult
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Roxinho vintage Safari armchairs in leather and wood by MCM Michel Arnoult, 1960s
A pair of truly
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.94 in W 23.23 in D 26.38 in
MCM Bamboo Rattan Wood and Wrought Iron 2 Drawer Console Sofa Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
code for a quote.
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
MCM
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
MCM Phenolic Resin Tray w/Locomotive Inlaid in Woods and Brass by Couroc
By The Couroc Company
Located in Nantucket, MA
A rectangular tray in black phenolic resin with an inlaid locomotive in natural and stained woods
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 0.75 in W 15.5 in D 10.63 in
1960s Mid-Century Modern MCM Italian Walnut Wood and Brass Dry Bar Cabinet
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern dry bar cocktail cabinet, in beautiful wood with two
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
H 29.93 in W 35.44 in D 16.15 in
Large MCM Solid Staved Teak Vase with Tiger Wood Trim by Tieszen
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool large MCM solid staved teak vase with tiger wood trim by Tieszen of San Diego, CA
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Teak
MCM J L Metz Brass Solid Wood & Cane Dining Chairs Set of 4
By J. L. Metz Furniture Co.
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Metz Brass, Solid Wood & Cane Dining Chairs
Seats unscrew if you want to reupholster them
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
MCM 1 Dorothy Thorpe Serving Bowl & 3 Nasco Ceruse Wood & Chrome Nesting Trays
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful Mid-20th Century MCM (Mid Century Modern) serving set including a Dorothy Thorpe serving
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Chrome
1960s Mid-Century Modern MCM Italian Walnut Wood and Brass Dry Bar Cabinet
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Vittorio Dassi, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern dry bar cocktail cabinet, in beautiful wood with top
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
H 31.89 in W 34.65 in D 15.75 in
Pair of MCM Cocobolo Wood Minimalist Salt & Pepper Shakers by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
A goegeous pair of MCM cocobolo wood minimalist interlocking salt & pepper hakers by Don Shoemaker
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Cocobolo
MCM Cork and Wood Sideboard with Mirror by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Cork and Wood Credenza/Sideboard with Mirror by Paul Frankl for Johnson
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Cork
H 32.5 in W 76 in D 21 in
California Design MCM Hand-Carved Inlaid Mixed Wood Vase by Heinz Norhausen
Located in San Diego, CA
A absolutely gorgeous California design MCM hand-carved inlaid mixed wood vase by Heinz Norhausen
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Burl, Maple, Rosewood
1950s Danish Modern Design Teak Wood Serving Tray by Jens Quistgaard Dansk MCM
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A beautiful vintage 1950s teak tray with clear edges, attributed to famous Danish Designer Jens Quistgaard. A charming and useful object in very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Teak, Wood
H 0.91 in W 21.86 in D 11.23 in
Vintage MCM Plank King Headboard
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your bedroom with the timeless style of this Vintage MCM Plank King Headboard. Perfect for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
MCM Gunlocke Wood Side Chairs with South West Print Stitched Leather Backs - 2
By Gunlocke
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An exquisite pair of black and brown mid-century modern wood side chairs by Gunlocke. This set is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.5 in W 19 in D 17 in
MCM "Face" Mosaic on Board
Located in San Diego, CA
A real nice MCM "face"mosaic on board with dark blue background, circa 1970s. This well crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood
MCM 1950s Heifetz Figural Wood Modern Art Abstract Female Form Table Lamp Oak
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Peoria, AZ
OAK!
BLACK CUBE BASE!
Dimensions: 31" Tall By 18" Wide
1950s Heifetz Figural Wood Lamp! Modern Art
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Slatted Wood & Iron Swivel Bar Stools MCM
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful set of four slatted wood and iron bar stools. Attributed to Arthur Umanoff, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
H 41.5 in W 20 in D 17 in
XL Vintage Artisan Hand Turned Modern Kinetic Maple Wood MCM Menorah Signed
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
pre-owned condition.
There maybe be some residual wax from use
Wood is In pristine condition
Truly a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Large MCM Lucite Grape Cluster
Located in Fairfield, CA
. Fastened on a natural wood stem. Colors of the grapes are a muted yellow with a few green ones. A great
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
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Mcm Wood For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mcm wood you’re looking for. Each mcm wood for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are 68 variations of the antique or vintage mcm wood you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mcm wood — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right mcm wood, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one mcm wood that is appealing in its simplicity, but Crawford Furniture, Drexel and Anna Castelli Ferrieri produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mcm Wood?
A mcm wood can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,495, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $10,364.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
Questions About Mcm Wood
- What is MCM wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The term MCM wood typically refers to wood furniture produced in the mid-century modern or MCM style. These pieces usually date back to the postwar years and tend to feature simple, clean lines. Teak, rosewood and oak were some of the most popular types of wood used in furniture design during the period. Find a selection of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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