Skip to main content

Mid Century Argentina

to
83
744
199
2,427
1,381
787
500
431
355
231
163
155
134
114
87
67
53
41
36
35
25
15
11
11
11
8
7
4
3
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
83
67
64
49
34
Sort By
Argentine 50s Red Armchairs
By Argentina
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of spring-filled armchairs with skai upholstery, stained beech wood.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Argentine 50s Red Armchairs
Argentine 50s Red Armchairs
H 35.44 in W 24.02 in D 31.89 in
Argentine Rocking Armchairs 1950s
By Argentina
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of ebonized beechwood armchairs, foam padding, velvet upholstery. Very good condition, restored.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Argentine Rocking Armchairs 1950s
Argentine Rocking Armchairs 1950s
H 35.04 in W 23.04 in D 33.47 in
Argentine stained beechwood rectangular table 1950s
By Argentina
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant table with pull-out extensions (missing tops). Stained beechwood frame with briarwood veneer top and prominent brass ferrules. Restaurato.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Crystal Orb Pendant Fixture from Argentina
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern crystal orb pendant fixture that was produced in Argentina. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Modern Esecristal Argentina Frosted Art Glass Table Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A mid century modern Esecristal Argentina frosted art glass table lamp. A stunning table lamp from
Category

Mid-20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-20th C. Modern Glass Centerpiece Salad Bowl by Argentine Designer A. Churba
By Alberto Churba
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern glass centerpiece salad bowl by argentine designer Alberto Churba By
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Leopoldo Torres Agüero, Mid Century Monotype, France/Argentina, Circa 1960
By Leopoldo Torres Aguero
Located in Chatham, ON
Leopoldo Torres Agüero (b.1924 Argentina - d.1995 France) - 'Untitled' - Rare and early Mid-Century
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Mid-20th Century Argentine Wooden Desk/Game Table with Chessboard by Comte S.A.
By Comte S.A.
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century argentine wooden desk/game table with chess and backgammon board by Comte S.A. By
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Glass Plate with Iron Base by Argentine A. Churba
By Alberto Churba
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 20th century Mid-Century Modern large decorative glass plate with iron base by argentine
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Comte Arm Chairs, 1940s Argentina
Located in Miami, FL
Comte Arm Chairs, 1940s, made in Argentina.
Category

Vintage 1940s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Comte Arm Chairs, 1940s Argentina
Comte Arm Chairs, 1940s Argentina
H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 23 in
Dresser Anni 50 Manifattura Argentina
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Comò vintage di manifattura argentina con sei cassetti, in legno impiallacciato mogano con maniglie
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Dresser Anni 50 Manifattura Argentina
Dresser Anni 50 Manifattura Argentina
H 27.17 in W 55.32 in D 18.12 in
Mid-20th C. Argentine Giltwood and Marble Demi-Lune Console by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century argentine Empire Revival giltwood and marble demi-lune table/console by Maison
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Empire Revival Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-20th C. Wood Model of Antique Fishing Boat Ship With Sails Made in Argentina
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century wood model of antique fishing boat ship with sails made in Argentina By: unknown
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures

Materials

Fabric, Thread, Wood

Crystal 1950, Sign: Industria Argentina
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category

Vintage 1940s Argentine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

Crystal 1950, Sign: Industria Argentina
Crystal 1950, Sign: Industria Argentina
H 7.49 in W 5.52 in D 4.34 in
Wood Dresser by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood dresser by Englander & Bonta. Argentina, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Argentinian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Velvet, Argentina, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and blue velvet lounge chairs designed and produced in Argentina, 1950s. Seat
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Vintage Armchairs Velvet Argentina 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of armchairs with spring padding, velvet upholstery and wooden legs with brass tips.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Armchairs Velvet Argentina 1950s
Pair of Vintage Armchairs Velvet Argentina 1950s
H 33.08 in W 29.14 in D 27.56 in
Tapestry by Edgardo Giménez, "León", Argentina, 1967
By Edgardo Giménez
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Tapestry by Edgardo Giménez, "León", Argentina, 1967. Exhibited in his solo show at Galería del
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Modern Tapestries

Materials

Tapestry

Tapestry by Edgardo Giménez, "Conejo", Argentina, 1967.
By Edgardo Giménez
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Tapestry by Edgardo Giménez, "Conejo", Argentina, 1967. Exhibited in his solo show at Galería del
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Modern Tapestries

Materials

Tapestry

‘Roxinho’ armchairs, by Michel Arnoult for Mobilia, 1960s Argentina
By Michel Arnoult
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
, embodies the essence of midcentury South American modernism. Made in Argentina, these chairs feature a
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Abel Gonzalez Saddle Leather Argentina Safari Lounge Chair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Abel Gonzalez Safari lounge chair Made in Argentina. Made in the 60ties. Oiled Cuban mahogany
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Vintage 18K Gilt Sterling Silver Cigarette Case from Argentina
Located in New York, NY
Our vintage sterling silver cigarette case with 18K gold highlights featuring a map of Argentina
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Lacquered Wood Desk by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970
By Stilka
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Lacquered wood desk by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970.
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Wood, Leather and Bronze Desk, Argentina, circa 1950
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood, leather and bronze desk. Argentina, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Wood Bar by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood bar by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1950. With glass and mirror inside.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Wood nest tables designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, circa 1970.
By Ricardo Blanco
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood nest tables designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, circa 1970. Dimensions of the big table
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Wood

Pair of Wood Side Tables by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, 1950
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood side tables by Englander & Bonta. Argentina, 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Acrylic Sculpture by Rogelio Polesello, Argentina, 1969
By Rogelio Polesello
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of acrylic sculpture by Rogelio Polesello, Argentina, 1969. Untitled, both with magnifying
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Wood Side Tables by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970
By Stilka
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood side tables by Stilka, Argentina, circa 1970.
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Enamel Ceramic Vase Signed V. Cavalieri, Argentina, circa 1940.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel Ceramic Vase Signed V. Cavalieri, Argentina, circa 1940.
Category

Vintage 1940s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Table Lamp, 1950, Materials, Glass, Esecristal Argentina
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Five Crystal Querandi Glasses and Two Bottles, Argentina, circa 1970
By Querandi Art Glass
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Set of five crystal Querandi glasses and two bottles. Argentina, circa 1970. Bottles dimensions
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

50° Desk at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Argentina
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Space Age Desks

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Argentinian Peteribí Wood Dining Chairs, Argentina 1960s
Located in Gardena, CA
A Beautiful set of 6 Argentinian dining chairs made from Peteribí wood with chrome corners and upholstered in beige leather. These are all incredibly well made, structurally sound an...
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Painted wood nest tables designed by Alberto Churba, Argentina, circa 1970.
By Alberto Churba
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Painted wood nest tables designed by Alberto Churba, Argentina, circa 1970. Dimensions of the
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Wood

Painted Wood and Acrylic Cabinet by Edgardo Giménez, Argentina, 1969
By Edgardo Giménez
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Painted wood and acrylic cabinet by Edgardo Giménez, Buenos Aires, 1969. The cabinet was produced for "Fuera de Caja". It was exhibited in the show "Out of the Box in Bonino Gall...
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paint

Pair of Wood and Fabric Armchairs by Nordiska, Argentina, circa 1950
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and fabric armchairs by Nordiska. Argentina, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wood and Bronze Center Table by Comte, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1940
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and bronze center table by Comte, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1940.
Category

Vintage 1940s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chrome Iron and Crystal Floor Lamps, Argentina, 1990
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of chrome iron and crystal floor lamps. Argentina, 1990.
Category

1990s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Chrome, Iron

Table Lamp, 1950, Materials: Glass, Sign: Esecristal Argentina
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Wood and Glass Bar Cart by Nordiska, Argentina, circa 1950
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and glass bar cart by Nordiska, Argentina, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

Wood, Parchment and Chrome Metal Table by Nordiska, Argentina, circa 1950
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood, parchment and chrome metal table by Nordiska. Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of wood, glass and bronze round coffee tables. Argentina, circa 1960.
By Susi Aczel and Martin Eisler
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood, glass and bronze round coffee tables. Argentina, circa 1960. In the style of Susi
Category

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

Materials

Bronze

Six Round Framed Silk Screen by Edgardo Giménez, Argentina, 1973
By Edgardo Giménez
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Six round framed silk screen by Edgardo Giménez. Argentina, 1973. The six are hand signed by the
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Modern Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

20th C. Bronze Sculpture of a Nude Woman by Argentine Sculptor J. Mariano Pagés
By José Mariano Pagés
Located in North Miami, FL
20th century bronze figurative sculpture of a nude woman by argentine sculptor José Mariano Pagés
Category

20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

2 Lounge Chairs, Year: 1967, Design: Horacio Baliero, Argentine Designer
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Leather and Wood Armchairs by Englander and Bonta, Argentina, 1940
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of leather and wood armchairs by Englander and Bonta. Argentina, 1940. Englander & Bonta
Category

Vintage 1940s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Pair of Wood and Leather Slipper Chairs by Comte, Argentina, circa 1940
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and leather slipper chairs by Comte, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1940.
Category

Vintage 1940s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Wood and leather set of 6 LP chairs designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1970.
By Ricardo Blanco
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and leather set of 6 LP stackable chairs designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Wood and leather set of 6 LP chairs designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1970.
By Ricardo Blanco
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and leather set of 6 LP stackable chairs designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Eight Dining Room Chairs Design by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1973
By Ricardo Blanco
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Set of Eight Dining Room Chairs Design by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1973. Documented in Ricardo
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

20th C. Bronze Sculpture of a Lying Woman by Argentine Sculptor J. Mariano Pagés
By José Mariano Pagés
Located in North Miami, FL
20th century bronze figurative sculpture of a lying woman by argentine sculptor José Mariano Pagés
Category

20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

Pair of wood and fabric LP sofas designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1970.
By Ricardo Blanco
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and fabric LP sofas designed by Ricardo Blanco, Argentina, 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wine cooler mid century
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Winecooler mid century Circa 1960 Origin Argentina Technique: electroplated Manufacturer Ferraris
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers

Materials

Metal

Wine cooler mid century
Wine cooler mid century
H 10.63 in W 13.39 in D 12.6 in
Mid Century Armchair Boucle Fabric
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Midcentury modern is a design style that arrived in the mid-20th century. Defined by simple
Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Armchair Boucle Fabric
Mid Century Armchair Boucle Fabric
H 29.93 in W 32.29 in D 31.5 in
Fabric and Wood Three Piece Suite by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Fabric and wood three piece suite by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950. Large sofa
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wood and Glass Dining Room Table by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood dining room table with two extensions by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Wood, Bronze and Glass Floor Lamps, Argentina circa 1950
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood, bronze and glass floor lamps. Argentina circa 1950. Base dimensions: 40 cm x 40 cm.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Wood and Bronze Side Table by Comte, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1950
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and bronze side table by Comte, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Wood, Glass and Bronze Cabinet and Vitrine by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, 1950
By Englander & Bonta
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood, glass, mirror and bronze cabinet and vitrine by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950. It
Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Mid Century Argentina", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Mid Century Argentina For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century Argentina you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each mid century Argentina for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and glass. Find 208 options for an antique or vintage mid century Argentina now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century Argentina — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century Argentina made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made mid century Argentina has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Englander & Bonta, Karina Gentinetta and Eugenio Diez are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Argentina?

The average selling price for a mid century Argentina at 1stDibs is $2,590, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Argentina
  • 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 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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.