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Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Armchairs
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Armchairs

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Armchairs

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven Armchairs made in the 1950s in Primavera wood and palm

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Rockingchairs
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Rockingchairs

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Rockingchairs

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven Rockingchairs made in the 1950s in Primavera wood and palm

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Arturo Pani Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pair of Iron Obelisks
Arturo Pani Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pair of Iron Obelisks

Arturo Pani Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pair of Iron Obelisks

By Arturo Pani

Located in Mexico City, MX

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern iron obelisks. The obelisks show green patina.

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Obelisks

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chairs
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chairs

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chairs

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven lounge chairs made in the 1950s. Featuring simple but

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Talleres Emaus Mexican Mid-Century Modern Hammered Steel Sun Wall Sculpture
Talleres Emaus Mexican Mid-Century Modern Hammered Steel Sun Wall Sculpture

Talleres Emaus Mexican Mid-Century Modern Hammered Steel Sun Wall Sculpture

By Emaus

Located in Mexico City, MX

A 1960's Mexican mid-century modern hammered steel sun wall sculpture by Talleres Emaús in

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in San Diego, CA

-Century Modern, Art Deco, contemporary, bohemian, transitional, Arts & Crafts, organic, Classic.    

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Fountains

Materials

Cocobolo

Mexican Modern Abstract Sculpture
Mexican Modern Abstract Sculpture

Mexican Modern Abstract Sculpture

Located in Houston, TX

Mexican Modern Abstract Sculpture. Great Mexican mid century modern abstract sculpture lavender

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mexican Modern Coffee Table
Mexican Modern Coffee Table

Mexican Modern Coffee Table

Located in Houston, TX

Mexican Modern Coffee Table. This stunning Mexican mid century modern cocktail table, coffee table

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Shagreen, Walnut

Mexican Modernist Hand Wrought 950 Silver Letter Opener with Onyx Handle
Mexican Modernist Hand Wrought 950 Silver Letter Opener with Onyx Handle

Mexican Modernist Hand Wrought 950 Silver Letter Opener with Onyx Handle

Located in New York, NY

Mexican mid century modern hand wrought 950 silver letter opener with hand carved Aztec motif green

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

Miguel Pineda Mexican MCM Enameled Silverplate Vase with Prehispanic Scene
Miguel Pineda Mexican MCM Enameled Silverplate Vase with Prehispanic Scene

Miguel Pineda Mexican MCM Enameled Silverplate Vase with Prehispanic Scene

By Miguel Pineda

Located in Mexico City, MX

A fine 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern silver plate with enamel vase by Mexican designer Miguel

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

60s Mexican Mid-Century Abalone Shell Grasshopper Tray with Lid, Mixed Metals
60s Mexican Mid-Century Abalone Shell Grasshopper Tray with Lid, Mixed Metals

60s Mexican Mid-Century Abalone Shell Grasshopper Tray with Lid, Mixed Metals

By Taxco, Los Castillo

Located in Miami, FL

is a Mexican Mid-Century Modern mixed metals (brass, copper, metal, and abalone shell) covered

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Necklace with Kinetic Pendant
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Necklace with Kinetic Pendant

Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Bronze Necklace with Kinetic Pendant

By Pal Kepenyes

Located in Mexico City, MX

Marvelous Mexican Mid-Century Modern bronze necklace with Kinetic pendant by Hungarian-born

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Bronze

1950s Abstract Art Oil Painting on Canvas Miguel Alvarez Acosta INBA Mexico
1950s Abstract Art Oil Painting on Canvas Miguel Alvarez Acosta INBA Mexico

1950s Abstract Art Oil Painting on Canvas Miguel Alvarez Acosta INBA Mexico

By Pedro Coronel

Located in Chula Vista, CA

INBA National Museum of Art in Mexico. Midcentury Modern Mexican Art 1950s Untitled #2 28.38 x 22.5 x

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

TANE México Sterling Silver Pitcher
TANE México Sterling Silver Pitcher

TANE México Sterling Silver Pitcher

By Tane Orfebres

Located in Mexico City, MX

A Mexican mid-century modern Sterling silver pitcher by Tane Orfebres. The pitcher's body is

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Don Shoemaker Sloucher Rosewood & Leather Sling Chairs for Señal, S.A., 1960s
Don Shoemaker Sloucher Rosewood & Leather Sling Chairs for Señal, S.A., 1960s

Don Shoemaker Sloucher Rosewood & Leather Sling Chairs for Señal, S.A., 1960s

By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal

Located in Cedar Falls, IA

rosewood and black leather. Iconic example of Organic, Mexican Mid-Century Modern design. Organic, bone

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood, Cocobolo

1960s Neoclassical Hand Painted Side Tables Mahogany Goatskin
1960s Neoclassical Hand Painted Side Tables Mahogany Goatskin

1960s Neoclassical Hand Painted Side Tables Mahogany Goatskin

By Taller Maria Teresa Mendez

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Mexico. Mid-Century modern design with a neoclassical flair -clean modern lines. Hand painted Roman

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Goatskin, Mahogany

Mid Century Mexican Modern Ceramic Stoneware Ashtray
Mid Century Mexican Modern Ceramic Stoneware Ashtray

Mid Century Mexican Modern Ceramic Stoneware Ashtray

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1970, We offer this beautiful Mid Century Mexican Modern Ceramic Stoneware Ashtray, great

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stoneware

Mid century leather and wood Spanish revival stool made in Mexico
Mid century leather and wood Spanish revival stool made in Mexico

Mid century leather and wood Spanish revival stool made in Mexico

By Artes De Mexico Internacionales, SA

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century leather and wood Spanish revival stool made in Mexico. Light tan leather with dark

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack
Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this folding magazine rack in cedar wood and brass details, original paint and beautiful patina circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack
Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Folding Magazine Rack

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this folding magazine rack in mahogany wood and brass details, circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Mexican Hand Carved Leather Webbed Chair Spratling Attributed 1960
Mid Century Mexican Hand Carved Leather Webbed Chair Spratling Attributed 1960

Mid Century Mexican Hand Carved Leather Webbed Chair Spratling Attributed 1960

By William Spratling, Artes De Mexico Internacionales, SA

Located in Troy, MI

Mid Century leather strap chair attributed to William Spratling Crafted for Artes de Mexico

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Wabi-Sabi Onyx Table from Mexico
Wabi-Sabi Onyx Table from Mexico

Wabi-Sabi Onyx Table from Mexico

By Muller of Mexico

Located in Philadelphia, PA

seeking perfection. Made in the 1980s by Muller's of Mexico, this is a substantial oval racetrack dining

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Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Onyx

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Petite Pitcher by Los Castillo
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Petite Pitcher by Los Castillo

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Petite Pitcher by Los Castillo

By Los Castillo

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960. We offer this Mid-Century Modern Mexican Petite Pitcher sporting an amazing handle in a

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Bar Car by Eugenio Escudero
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Bar Car by Eugenio Escudero

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Bar Car by Eugenio Escudero

By Eugenio Escudero

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1950. We offer this Mexican modernist serving cart, made of mahogany wood black lacquered

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Silver Plate Pitcher with Hammered Texture
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Silver Plate Pitcher with Hammered Texture

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Silver Plate Pitcher with Hammered Texture

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, hand-hammered surface and classic mid-century proportions. Over time, the pitcher has developed

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Geometric Linked Choker Necklace
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Geometric Linked Choker Necklace

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Geometric Linked Choker Necklace

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Mid-Century Modern style. The thick sterling silver links are geometrically shaped in a stylized Aztec

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Mexican Geometric Linked Chunky Bracelet
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Mexican Geometric Linked Chunky Bracelet

Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Mexican Geometric Linked Chunky Bracelet

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This sterling silver ladies bracelet was made in Mexico in approximately 1969 in the period Mid

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall lights - 1950s Mexico
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall lights - 1950s Mexico

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall lights - 1950s Mexico

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Beautiful pair of mid-century wall sconces from the 1950s. These elegant fixtures stand out for

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Aluminum

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Ice Bucket Made in Tropical Woods
Mid-Century Mexican Modern Ice Bucket Made in Tropical Woods

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Ice Bucket Made in Tropical Woods

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1950, we offer this mid-century Mexican modern ice bucket made in tropical woods. Recently

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Muller's of Mexico Onyx Pedestal Dining or Center Table
Muller's of Mexico Onyx Pedestal Dining or Center Table

Muller's of Mexico Onyx Pedestal Dining or Center Table

By Muller of Mexico

Located in Highland, IN

This uncommon table by Guy Muller for Muller's of Mexico is crafted of two colors of onyx with

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Vintage 1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Large Last Supper Abstract Wall Plaque Emaus Mexico
Mid-Century Modern Large Last Supper Abstract Wall Plaque Emaus Mexico

Mid-Century Modern Large Last Supper Abstract Wall Plaque Emaus Mexico

By Emaus

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century modern large "Last Supper" abstract wall art sculpture

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Silver, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Los Castillo Silver, Lapis, Malachite Pitcher
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Los Castillo Silver, Lapis, Malachite Pitcher

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Los Castillo Silver, Lapis, Malachite Pitcher

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern pitcher/ jug, made by Los Castillo of Mexico, circa 1960. We love the beautiful

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Metal, Silver Plate

Los Castillo Taxco Silver-Plated Brass Pitcher, Mid-Century Mexican Modern
Los Castillo Taxco Silver-Plated Brass Pitcher, Mid-Century Mexican Modern

Los Castillo Taxco Silver-Plated Brass Pitcher, Mid-Century Mexican Modern

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pitcher makes a compelling addition to interiors ranging from Mexican modern and mid-century to eclectic

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass, Copper

Unique Mexican Mid-Century Handcrafted Mirror
Unique Mexican Mid-Century Handcrafted Mirror

Unique Mexican Mid-Century Handcrafted Mirror

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

This distinctive Mexican mid-century mirror was crafted in the 1950s using solid precious wood

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Muebles Toluxsena, Mexico 1960
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Muebles Toluxsena, Mexico 1960

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Muebles Toluxsena, Mexico 1960

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

, walnut, mahogany and brass, an exquisite design and ready to set the mood for a Mid-Century Modern space

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mexican Mid Century Cooler/Ice Bucket
Mexican Mid Century Cooler/Ice Bucket

Mexican Mid Century Cooler/Ice Bucket

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960, We offer this Mexican Mid Century Cooler/Ice Bucket, fantastic colors.

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers

Materials

Aluminum

Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture by Jose Pinal, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture by Jose Pinal, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico

Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture by Jose Pinal, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico

By Jose Pinal

Located in Round Top, TX

Powerful wood carving of a peasant farmer by celebrated Mexican artist José Pinal (1913–1983

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Clara Porset Style Gray Slipper Chair Mexico City Mid-Century Modern
Clara Porset Style Gray Slipper Chair Mexico City Mid-Century Modern

Clara Porset Style Gray Slipper Chair Mexico City Mid-Century Modern

By Clara Porset

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Porset. Mexico, circa the 1950s. Fresh new fabric gray upholstery. Ready to go! Dimensions: 31.5" H x

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cedar

Hollywood Regency Magnificent Bronze Onyx Coffee Table Muller Mexico
Hollywood Regency Magnificent Bronze Onyx Coffee Table Muller Mexico

Hollywood Regency Magnificent Bronze Onyx Coffee Table Muller Mexico

By Muller of Mexico

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Muller of Mexico glamorous modern round onyx stone coffee table with

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Brass

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup
Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup

By Los Castillo

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960. We offer this Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cup in the style of Los Castilllo in

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Abalone

Mexican Handcrafted Solid Tzalam Wood Counter Stool Mid Century Modern Kitchen
Mexican Handcrafted Solid Tzalam Wood Counter Stool Mid Century Modern Kitchen

Mexican Handcrafted Solid Tzalam Wood Counter Stool Mid Century Modern Kitchen

By Estrella Mora Zamorano

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

beginning of a story that will continue to exist in those who enjoy it,” he says. Together with Mexican

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Room Divider with Shelves in Mahogany and Brass
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Room Divider with Shelves in Mahogany and Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Room Divider with Shelves in Mahogany and Brass

By Eugenio Escudero

Located in Mexico, DF

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Mexican room divider formed with two structures in mahogany and polished

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Mexican Club Chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Mexican Club Chairs

Pair of Mid-Century Mexican Club Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Unique pair of Mid-Century Modern Mexican club chairs with a beautifully textured fabric and

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Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern  Ebony & Ivory Mahogany Wall Sconce Eugenio Escudero Mexico
Mid-Century Modern  Ebony & Ivory Mahogany Wall Sconce Eugenio Escudero Mexico

Mid-Century Modern Ebony & Ivory Mahogany Wall Sconce Eugenio Escudero Mexico

By Eugenio Escudero

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Lively Mexican Wall Sconce Lamp in painted mahogany 1960s style of

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mahogany

Mid Century Mexican Silver Overlay Teal Glass Pitcher
Mid Century Mexican Silver Overlay Teal Glass Pitcher

Mid Century Mexican Silver Overlay Teal Glass Pitcher

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century Mexican glass pitcher. Vibrant teal color to the glass with a silver overlaid design

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Feliper Delfinger Feders Hand Blown Glass Pendant Mid-Century Mexican Modern
Feliper Delfinger Feders Hand Blown Glass Pendant Mid-Century Mexican Modern

Feliper Delfinger Feders Hand Blown Glass Pendant Mid-Century Mexican Modern

By Felipe Delfinger

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Feders. Mexico circa the 1970s. Dome constructed with glass tiles. Dominant color is white with light

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Copper Platter with Sterling Figures, circa 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Copper Platter with Sterling Figures, circa 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Copper Platter with Sterling Figures, circa 1950s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Midcentury copper platter with sterling, circa 1950s Fantastic copper platter surrounded with sterling donkey, bull fighter, farm worker, and various figures. The platter is st...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper

Nine Wine Bottle Rack, Mexico, Mid-20th Century
Nine Wine Bottle Rack, Mexico, Mid-20th Century

Nine Wine Bottle Rack, Mexico, Mid-20th Century

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

design characteristic of Mexican mid-century modernism. The piece is composed of carefully assembled

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Cedar

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cups Set
Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cups Set

Mid-Century Mexican Silver Plated Cups Set

By Los Castillo

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960. We offer this mid-century Mexican silver plated cups set in the style of Los Castilllo

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Mid Century Mexican Copper and Brass Dish
Mid Century Mexican Copper and Brass Dish

Mid Century Mexican Copper and Brass Dish

Located in Montréal, QC

Mid Century Mexican Copper and Brass Dish CREATOR: unknow (Tlaquepaque, Juarez) PERIOD: 1970-1979

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass, Copper

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Mexican Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Mexican mid century modern for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every Mexican mid century modern was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Mexican mid century modern, we have 2195 options in-stock, while there are 103 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Mexican mid century modern you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A Mexican mid century modern, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made Mexican mid century modern has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Don S. Shoemaker, Pepe Mendoza and Sergio Bustamante are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mexican Mid Century Modern?

Prices for a Mexican mid century modern start at $1 and top out at $48,000 with the average selling for $2,233.

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

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.

Questions About Mexican Mid Century Modern
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple. 

    Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller

    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. 

    Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.

    Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.