Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps showcases a bold, organic aesthetic reminiscent of the iconic European "Fat Lava" style. The elongated, vase-like forms are fi...
Brass
MCM Lounge Height Saarinen Table by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Dekalb, IL
Mid-Century Modern Circular Dining Table – c. 1960s (Attributed to Knoll Inc., East Greenville, PA) This striking circular Danish-style dining table dates to the 1960s and is stylis...
Metal
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
H 38.75 in W 38.75 in D 2.5 in
Large MCM Abstract Acrylic Painting by Richard Mann
By Richard Mann
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM abstract acrylic on panel original painting by listed artist Richard Mann, circa 1960s
Acrylic, Wood
Enrique Garcel Jaime Perszek MCM Lounge Chair
By Enrique Garcel
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 ...
Cotton, Wood
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
Vintage MCM Sliding Door Credenza After Paul McCobb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking Mid-Century Modern credenza is a masterclass in minimalist sophistication, drawing significant design influence from the iconic works of Paul McCobb. Featuring a sleek ...
Wood, Lacquer
$1,516Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 24.75 in W 21 in D 16 in
Vintage MCM Nightstands by American Of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
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 ...
Chrome
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
MCM Green Singer Sewing Machine in Cabinet
Located in Norton, MA
Quality made with elegant design from the Mid-Century Modern Singer Sewing Machine and Table Cabinet, all original components and all in good condition with the good working function...
Wood, Machiche
Vintage MCM Lava Glaze Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bases with brass accents, these lamps serve as sophisticated focal points for a curated MCM, bohemian
Lava, Brass
Pair of MCM American of Martinsville Nightstands
By American of Martinsville
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of American of Martinsville mid-century modern nightstands or end tables. Overall in good condition, a few spots that have some imperfections, please see pictures for details. T...
Wood
MCM Chrome "Penguin" Ice Bucket by West Bend Manufacturing
By West Bend
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM chrome "Penguin" ice bucket by West Bend Manufacturing, circa 1960s. The design
Chrome
MCM sideboard by Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecocq
By Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline le Coq
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Petite 2 door Cabinet designed by the French Duo Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq
Steel
1960s Broyhill Saga MCM Walnut Dresser Drawers Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
"Saga" line by Broyhill Premier. The dresser features gorgeous walnut wood grain and the distinctive
Wood
Vintage MCM Orange Melamine Serving Tray with Mushroom Motif
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage MCM melamine serving tray with mushroom motif, circa 1960s. This piece is in good vintage
Wood
Vintage MCM Headboard Queen by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Vintage MCM headboard by American of Martinsville We had the
Mirror, Wood
MCM Gooseneck Faux Fiberglass Melamine Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a gooseneck table lamp. The base and shade have a faux fiberglass look. The shade has a teak finial. The gooseneck makes it adjustable.
Metal
Italian MCM Gio Ponti Design Benches with Brass Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
These Italian MCM Gio Ponti Design Benches with Brass Legs are stylish and retro-inspired furniture
Brass
Massive MCM Mosaic Wall Hanging of Jesus and Disciples
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous MCM mosaic wall sculpture, in the style of Pablo Picasso, of what I believe to be Jesus
Stone
Vintage Boho MCM Original Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A captivating and deeply textural vintage abstract oil on canvas, alive with the intellectual and creative energy of the Mid-Century era. The artist employs a masterful use of impast...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
MCM Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Sofa – Newly Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Sofa – Newly Reupholstered Beautiful, clean-lined sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, fully restored and newly reupholstered ...
Velvet, Wood
$1,293
H 21.25 in W 28.75 in D 16 in
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
Vintage MCM Sectional Sofa by Milo Baughman, c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
This long, sectional sofa is a mid-century modern design by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, two pioneers of 20th-century design and masters of their craft. Balancing comfort and sty...
Fabric, Wood
$14,500
H 36 in W 83 in D 18.5 in
Italian MCM Design Black and Gold Sideboard After Suzanne Guiguichon
Located in Dallas, TX
The Italian MCM Design Black and Gold Sideboard after Suzanne Guiguichon, is a stylish and elegant
Brass
Pair of Light Green MCM Nautilus Swivel Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely pair of mid-century modern nautilus asymmetrical swivel lounge chairs in a light green ultrasuede. This pair came to use already reupholstered so labels are not intact. Th...
Upholstery, Wood
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 MCM Slat Swivel Bar Stools After Arthur Umanoff
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
authentic character to the wood and metal components. Elevate your living space with this iconic duo and add
Iron
MCM 60-Drawer Maple Card Catalog by Library Bureau
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1960s; Library Bureau/Remington Office Systems - Boston, MA Mid-century modern wooden card catalog with 60 drawers of uniform size. This piece features solid maple construction ...
Wood
$540Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.5 in W 16.75 in D 1 in
MCM Lithograph of Cathedral Notre Dame by Bernard Buffet
By Bernard Buffet
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful framed original MCM lithograph of cathedral Notre Dame in Paris, France by Bernard Buffet
Glass, Wood, Paper
$1,200
H 12.41 in W 9.85 in D 7.68 in
Spanish MCM Instituto L. Torres Quevedo Educational Galvanometer
Located in Mexico City, MX
Torres Quevedo Institute in Madrid. Model MA 54-04. The wood and glass structure stores a panel on front
Magnets
$3,105 / set
H 40 in W 29.5 in D 27 in
Vintage MCM Danish Folke Ohlsson Chair & Ottoman Newly Reupholstered
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Chicago, IL
and sleek wood framed lounge chair and ottoman. This set is the perfect pop of color for your space
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Henredon Campaign Style MCM Dining Chairs-Set of 6
By Henredon
Located in Medina, OH
Reupholstered set of 6 Henredon Campaign Style Oak Dining Chairs, with new foam cores and webbing supports. Reupholstered in a beautiful ivory performance chenille fabric. These di...
Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Oak
Vintage MCM Pleated Doors With Inlay Handles -Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Finished in a warm natural wood tone, the craftsmanship suggests high-quality custom millwork from the
Metal
Vintage Rustic Arizona Ironwood Floor Lamp Live Edge MCM
Located in Peoria, AZ
Hand Crafted Ironwood Lamp! Gorgeous! Textural Delight! Burlap Shade! Dimensions 44" by 18" Here is a marvelous lamp from the mid twentieth century! A superb example of live edge fu...
Brass
$672Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Pair of Mcm Reupholstered "Vico Magistretti Style" Dining Chairs
Located in Medina, OH
. Professionally reupholstered in a performance orange boucle. This new fabric brings out the gorgeous wood color
Wood
Vintage McM Original Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting, Framed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking mid-century modern abstract painting captivates with its expressive brushstrokes and a harmonious blend of green, blue, and yellow hues. The organic shapes and fluid co...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
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
MCM Round Floral Mosaic on Board by David Lavington
Located in San Diego, CA
A small MCM floral mosaic on board by David Lavington, circa 1970s. The bright and colorful piece
Glass, Wood
Mid 20th Century Vintage MCM Original Abstract Oil on Board
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and organic forms, rendered in a classic MCM palette of muted greys and blacks, punctuated by a
Canvas, Wood, Paint
1960s Walnut MCM Broyhill Saga Buffet Credenza Bookcase Hutch
By Broyhill
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Beautiful, retro Mid-Century Modern detailed proportioned walnut Broyhill Saga versatile cabinet. Unique design with wonderful clean lines, beautiful all original walnut figuring an...
Glass, Wood
Vintage MCM Abstract Cubist Cityscape Signed Original Oil on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking vintage MCM original oil on canvas. A chic Abstract Cubist composition in dark rich
Canvas, Wood, Paint
MCM Post Modern Console Table 1970s Waterfall Huge 84"
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A 1970s MCM Post Modern Waterfall Console
Formica, Wood
$1,516Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 23 in D 24 in
Vintage MCM Ward Bennett for Brickell Armchairs - A Pair
By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates
Located in Lake Worth, FL
good structurally sound and sturdy condition with some spots of wear to wood finish-some of the worst
Wood
$2,500
H 29.5 in W 26 in D 20 in
MCM William “Billy” Haines Style Spider-Leg Lounge Chair – Newly Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern William “Billy” Haines Style Fruitwood Spider-Leg Barrel Back Lounge Chair – Newly Reupholstered in Diamond Pattern Velvet Chenille with Lumbar Cushion Elegant Mi...
Fabric, Wood
$950
H 23.75 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
MCM Bull & Matador Brutalist Copper Wall Relief Panel, Abstract Figural Form
By Paul Evans
Located in San Diego, CA
over a carved wood substrate. The composition features an abstracted figural form rendered in bold
Copper
$420Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 37 in D 1.5 in
Vintage Mcm Mid-Century Modern Signed Framed Forest Original Painting Abstract
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage MCM Mid-Century Modern signed framed forest original painting abstract retro deco.
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
drawer boxes appear to be solid wood with exposed joinery typical of the period, and interiors are clean
Wood
$4,800 / set
H 32 in W 44 in D 17.5 in
A Pair of MCM Pergamino Covered Cabinets / Nightstands, C. 1950.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sophisticated pair of two-door cabinets or nightstands clad in richly toned natural parchment (pergamino). The clean, rectilinear forms are complemented by minimal brass embellishm...
Brass
1970s MCM Decorative Burlwood Root Sculpture Torch Cut Brass Leaves
By C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s MCM Decorative Burlwood Root Sculpture Torch Cut Brass Leaves 10.5 tall x 16 w x 12 Burlwood
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
Rattan, Wood
Vintage MCM Rosewood Lingerie Chest by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage mid-century modern lingerie chest by Glenn of California. Comprised of rosewood, aluminum strip, and black painted sides. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that t...
Aluminum
$300Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 12 in Dm 2 in
Set of Three MCM Red Hardwood Candlesticks by Illums Boulghus
By Illums Bolighus
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice set of three MCM red hardwood candlesticks by Illums Boulghus of Denmark, circa 1960s. The
Wood
MCM Cane Dining Chairs by American of Martinsville - Set of 6
By American of Martinsville
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Cane Dining Chairs by American of Martinsville - Set of 6 Vintage American of Martinsville cane-back dining chair set featuring a light hardwood frame with classi...
Fabric, Wood
$300Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in W 9 in D 1 in
MCM Seascape / City Scene Mosaic on Board by David Lavington
Located in San Diego, CA
A very well done MCM seascape / city scene mosaic on board by David Lavington, circa 1970s. The
Glass, Wood
$1,200
H 19.25 in W 38.75 in D 1.5 in
MCM Original Oil on Canvas Seascape / Regatta Painting by N. Shiffler Bush
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM original oil on canvas seascape / regatta painting by N. Shiffler Bush circa 1966. This
Wood
Richard D. Rush MCM Geometric Watercolor Titled Lakes And Madders
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Geometric watercolor work in a soft muted pallet against a grey ground. The work is titled Lakes and Madders lower center. Signed and dated lower right 1969. A cute anecdote is adhe...
Glass, Wood, Paper
$1,279Sale Price|48% Off
H 53 in W 42 in D 19 in
American of Martinsville MCM Highboy / Dresser with Diamond Pattern Front
By American of Martinsville
Located in East Freetown, MA
Classic American of Martinsville diamond pattern front highboy. Dresser has three drawers in top section with doors and two drawers on bottom section. Stands tall on wooden legs.
Wood
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.