Midcentury Danish Design Rosewood Secrétaire, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
station if you need it. mcm furniture This piece of furniture is true Danish midcentury modern design
Rosewood
Full Size Mid Century Conant Ball Modern Mates Bed by Leslie Diamond c 1950's
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in New York, NY
MCM furniture, at Barbarella Home, on 1st dibs.
Maple
Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Dresser by Hooker
Located in Seattle, WA
refined craftsmanship and understated elegance associated with American MCM furniture of the period. The
Wood
$1,027Sale Price / set|30% Off
pair of wicker armchairs and black lacquered metal foot Italy circa 1960
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in TARBES, FR
its elegant simplicity and timeless aesthetic, Mid-Century Modern MCM furniture is still highly
Metal
Mid 20th Century Vintage Brouer Rosewood Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
showcases the refined elegance and minimalism characteristic of MCM furniture, with nine smoothly integrated
Rosewood
$4,000 / item
ARC Bench Series 48 in Special Walnut
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
sculptural presence, this bench captures the timeless essence of MCM furniture while introducing a
Brass
$3,500 / item
ARC Bench Series 36 in Natural Walnut
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
sculptural presence, this bench captures the timeless essence of MCM furniture while introducing a
Brass
ARC Bench Series 60 in Espresso
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
sculptural presence, this bench captures the timeless essence of MCM furniture while introducing a
Brass
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Leather Club Swivel Chair by Century Furniture Co
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage MCM Leather Club Chair by
Leather
Vintage Nightstand by Bassett Furniture Industries, Mid Century, MCM
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Nightstand, Only One, Bassett Furniture Industries, Mid Century, MCM, Bedroom, End Table
Wood
$896Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage MCM Madison Furniture Single Oak Armchair Oak Frame & Black Vinyl
By Madison Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage Mid Century Modern Madison Furniture single armchair comprised of an oak frame
Faux Leather, Oak
$2,021Sale Price|25% Off
MCM to Modern Founders Furniture Octagon Commode End Table Cabinet Patterns 21
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Founders Furniture octagon commode table or end
Brass
$1,871Sale Price|25% Off
MCM Founders Furniture Side Table Chrome Ebony Rosewood CDP#47133 David Parmelee
By Founders Furniture Company, David Parmelee
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Founders Furniture MCM (Mid-Century Modern) lamp, corner, or side table CDP
Chrome
Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture MCM Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By PJ Furniture, Ole Wanscher
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless
Rosewood, Upholstery
Rare 1950s MCM Large 8 Foot + "Chevron" Shaped Sofa designed by Baker Furniture
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
fabric with down pillows. Unusual and I'd say rare, never seen another like it. Classic MCM style, with a
Silk, Down
$1,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of MCM Walnut "Rhythm" Series End Tables by Paul McCobb for Lane Furniture
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of American MCM walnut with oak accent end tables from the "Rhythm" series by Paul
Oak, Walnut
Paul Frankl Johnson Furniture Company MCM Station Wagon Maple and Leather Mirror
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company Mid Century Station Wagon Maple and Leather Mirror This
Maple
$1,356Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Wingback lounge Chair by Stanford Furniture Co
Located in Lake Worth, FL
right of the page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM
Cotton
MCM Cork and Wood Tall Dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Cork and Wood Tall Dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture This amazing
Wood, Cork
$3,150 / set
MCM Driftwood Chest by Sligh Furniture - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Cross Country Collection of Sligh Furniture Company. We also have matching dressers/chest. Circa Mid
Driftwood
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company MCM Station Wagon Full Bed Frame
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company Mid Century Station Wagon Full Bed Frame This bed frame
Wood
MCM Arne Vodder for Lane Furniture Walnut High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Lane Furniture, Arne Vodder
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Arne Vodder for Lane Furniture Walnut High Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4 These
Fabric, Walnut
$1,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of MCM Walnut Arm Chairs by Johnson Furniture Company in the Style of Risom
By Jens Risom, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of MCM walnut framed arm chairs in the style of Jens Risom for Johnson Furniture Co., circa
Walnut
Ray Komai for J.G. Furniture 1950s MCM Bentwood Plywood Chair - Pair Available -
By Ray Komai, Don Knorr, J.G. Furniture Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
Furniture Company Inc. Examples of this chair are in the permanent design collections of several major
Chrome
MCM Cork and Wood Sideboard with Mirror by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Furniture This amazing cork and wood credenza/sideboard is a great piece to bring together any type of mid
Wood, Cork
$556Sale Price|20% Off
Lane Vintage MCM Walnut and Burl Side End Table
By Lane Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
estate fine furniture acquisitions of A Vintage Lane MCM Walnut and Burl Side End with Table 2 Drawers
Brass
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Bassett Furniture
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking MCM cocktail table by Bassett furniture, featuring a beautiful mix of mahogany and white
Mahogany, Oak
Vintage MCM Ramseur Seagrass China Cabinet
By Ramseur Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ramseur china cabinet, featuring a sleek design with seagrass accents, offering a stylish blend of natural texture and modern elegance for your dining space.
Metal
MCM Lane 3 Piece Solid Walnut Console & End Table Set
By Lane Furniture
Located in New York, NY
The Lane Furniture Company was founded in 1912 by John Lane in Altavista, Virginia, USA. Initially
Walnut
1970s Vintage Burl Wood Coffee Table Square Smoked Glass MCM
By Lane Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This vintage Burlwood coffee table features a rectangular design and a smoked glass inserts top. Made from solid wood, this piece embodies mid-century design elements for a unique an...
Glass, Burl
Paul McCobb Planner Group Tall Chest for Winchendon Furniture MCM Dresser.
Located in Seattle, WA
Group series, manufactured by Winchendon Furniture. The piece retains its branded interior stamp
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...
Wood
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
Vintage MCM Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic set of vintage 4 MCM dining chairs. Designed by the legendary Paul McCobb, a Midcentury
Wood
$1,436Sale Price|20% Off
Founders MCM Dresser with Glass Top & Mirror
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Founders Mid-Century Modern Campaign Style Dresser or Credenza
Glass, Wicker, Wood
Original MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders
By String Design AB, MCM Unique
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Original MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm
Metal
$1,196Sale Price|36% Off
1963 MCM Lane Rhythm Collection Walnut Single End Table with Drawer & Brass Plat
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Lane Rhythm Collection MCM or mid-century modern walnut single end table with a
Metal, Brass
Westnofa MCM Danish Rosewood 14 Drawer Armoire Gentleman's Chest Highboy Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
highboy measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 45.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call
Rosewood
MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders, from string
By String Design AB, MCM Unique
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Original MCM Ash shelving system - consists of Black lacquered metal ladders, from string Stockholm
Metal
1970s Rattan MCM Glass Top Sideboard Console Table
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
craftsman put into making this design. As is typical of rattan furniture, each piece is unique. As devout
Rattan, Glass
$2,956Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Johnson Hadley Walnut Coffee Table Mad Men Eames Era
By Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A 1950s MCM JOHNSON HADLEY Walnut Coffee Table from their Forward
Brass
$1,121Sale Price / set|25% Off
Vintage MCM Keller Furniture Oak Valkerie ii Dining Chairs by Edmond J Spence
By Edmond J. Spence, Keller
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Keller furniture Valkerie II Line dining or side chairs by
Fabric, Oak
Widdicomb MCM Bleached Mahogany Expanding Console Dining Table with 4 Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
leaf is utilized All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition. That
Mahogany
MCM 1960s Rattan Wicker Stripes Castors Sectional Sofa with Corner Table
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
design. As is typical of rattan furniture, each piece is unique. As devout fans of rattan furniture would
Upholstery, Rattan, Glass
Vintage Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglass MCM Swivel Seat Dining Arm Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglass Armchair. Item features a swivel seat, pedestal base, woven fiberglass construction, great style and form. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measu...
Fiberglass
$1,796Sale Price|25% Off
1971 MCM Lane Headboard Tower Suite Collection Full/Queen Bed Rosewood & Walnut
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern headboard Lane Furniture Tower Suite Collection comprised of
Rosewood, Walnut
MCM McGuire Style Brighton Pavilion Bamboo Lounge Set, Billy Baldwin Provenance
By McGuire
Located in Morristown, NJ
stylish and evocative three-piece mid-century bamboo lounge set in the manner of McGuire Furniture
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
MCM Milo Baughman Burled Olive Wood Coffee & Side Table Set By Rowe - Set Of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Square Burled Olive Wood Top, Chrome with Brass Base Coffee & Side Table Set by Rowe - Set of 2 Each table showcases a burled olive wood top, comple...
Chrome
Mid Century Nightstand, End or Side Table, MCM, 60s, Red Lion Table Co.
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
This Mid Century Nightstand from Red Lion Table Co is a stylish and practical addition to any bedroom. Made of solid wood and wood veneer with a retro 60s design, this versatile piec...
Bronze
$2,246Sale Price / set|25% Off
2 MCM Founders Corner Step Tables Black Brass Sabots Coronado Grp Luther Draper
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Draper for Founders Furniture. Gorgeous condition. This pair of tables have been completely restored to
Brass
1970s Rattan Wicker MCM Waterfall Chest Dresser Nightstand, Set of 3
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
making this design. As is typical of rattan furniture, each piece is unique. As devout fans of rattan
Rattan, Wood
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa MCM Reversible Leather and Wool Bentwood Chaise
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Franklin Park, IL
photographed in our studio. This furniture is sold in "As Is" condition. Items not subjected to the restoration
Leather, Wool, Bentwood
$1,121Sale Price / set|25% Off
MCM to Modern Tubular Chrome Brass & Smoke Glass Trio of Cocktail or End Table
By James David Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome trio of matching MCM, Mid-Century Modern, to modern tubular chrome frame tables, one
Brass, Chrome
$2,475 / set
Pair MCM Lounge Chairs by Lehigh Gerald Luss
By Lehigh Furniture Company, Florence Knoll, Gerald Luss
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your zip. Pair modern open arm chairs by Leghigh. Maple frames.
Fabric, Maple
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Jack Van Der Molan Nightstand for Vanleigh
By Vanleigh Furniture, Jack Van der Molen
Located in Medina, OH
MCM Jack Van Der Molan Nightstand for Vanleigh. In good condition, some wear to it due to age
Oak
$4,400
Vintage MCM Chairs
Located in Westlake Village, CA
A sleek pair of mid-century modern chairs upholstered in our Galerie Solis suede. Defined by soft curves, plush upholstery, and tapered wooden legs. Dimensions: 28 1/2" W x 26" D x ...
Suede
1970s Faux Rattan Chinoiserie Style Aluminum MCM Floral Sofa Chairs, Set 3
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, aluminum faux rattan patio set you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is exh...
Aluminum
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.