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American Mid Century Art Glass Bowl
Located in Clearwater, FL
An American multi colored mid century art glass bowl. Original sticker of the bottom. Circa 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

American Mid Century Art Glass Bowl
American Mid Century Art Glass Bowl
H 4.5 in W 7.25 in D 7.25 in
Mid Century Art Glass Mushroom
Located in Fairfield, CA
A mid century art glass mushroom. Nice modern minimalist shape with a cluster of controlled bubbles
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Art Glass

Joan Miro Mid Century Art Print
Located in Countryside, IL
Joan Miro Mid Century Art Print This print measures: 14 wide x .25 deep x 18 inches high This
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Joan Miro Mid Century Art Print
Joan Miro Mid Century Art Print
H 18 in W 14 in D 0.25 in
Mid Century Art Deco Skyscraper Rocket Folk Art Wooden Floor Lamp
Located in Bernville, PA
Magnificent mid century Art Deco skyscraper rocket Folk Art wooden floor lamp. Skyscraper light
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mirror Golden Wrought Iron, Neoclassical 1960s, Mid Century Art
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Golden wrought iron mirror, neoclassical 1960s, midcentury Art Measures: H 63cm, W 41cm, W 22cm.
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Table Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Weightlifter Hagenauer Mid-Century / Art Deco Sculpture, Austria, 1930
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / Vintage liftweight sculpture. Weightlifter Hagenauer mid-century / Art Deco Sculpture
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Vintage Helen Siegl "Noah's Ark" 1958 Woodcut Print Framed Mid Century Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Helen Siegl (1924 - 2009) "Noah's Ark" 1958 Woodcut Print Framed Mid Century Art. Circa Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Wood

Vintage Helen Siegl "Piggy Back" 1950s Woodcut Print Framed Mid Century Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Helen Siegl (1924 - 2009) "Piggy Back" 1950s Woodcut Print Framed Mid Century Art. Circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage Helen Siegl "Young Girl" 1950s Woodcut Print Framed Mid Century Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Helen Siegl (1924 - 2009) "Young Girl with Tree" 1950s Woodcut Print Framed Mid Century Art
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Wood

Salvador Dali Midcentury Art Exhibition Poster, 1975
Located in Miami, FL
Original midcentury art exhibition poster of Salvador Dali’s work. This poster shows the master's
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Robert Cariola "See not, Hear not, Speak not" Serigraph Print Mid Century Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Century Art. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: (Frame):16.5" H x 20.5" W x 1" D. (Art work): 9.5" H x
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

1970s Danish Oil Portrait Midcentury Art Distinguished Gentleman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Danish Oil Portrait Mid Century Art: Distinguished Gentleman signed E. Hansen- unable to read
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Other

French Midcentury Art Glass Vase by Raymond Branly
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning French midcentury art glass flower vase by Raymond Branly. Exquisite layered art glass
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Art Glass Bowl by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta
By Kosta Vicki Linstrand, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in New York, NY
Mid century art glass bowl exhibiting an unusual and difficult technique, made in Sweden designed
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Glass Bowl Polished Nickel Light Fixture
By Lalique
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful mid century Art Deco glass bowl with polished nickel light fixture having 3 internal
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Italian Mid-Century Art Pottery Bird Sculpture Box by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Milan, IT
Italian Mid-Century Art Pottery Bird Sculpture Box by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

English Silver MFG Co. Mid Century Art Deco Silver Plated Lidded Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
English Silver MFG Co. Mid Century Art Deco Silver Plated Lidded Ice Bucket. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage 1970s Mid Century Art Moderne Carpet ( 7'3" x 9' - 220 x 275 )
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970s Mid Century Art Moderne European Carpet ( 7'3" x 9' - 220 x 275 )
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Hyllested Danish Mid-Century Art Pottery Eskimo Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A charming and uncommon Danish mid-century art pottery eskimo figure made by Hyllested Keramik and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Hyllested Danish Mid-Century Art Pottery Eskimo Figure
Hyllested Danish Mid-Century Art Pottery Eskimo Figure
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H 2.76 in W 2.47 in D 2.37 in
Mid-Century Art Deco Chandelier style Pietro Chiesa Fontana Arte, Italy 1940
By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-Century Art Deco Chandelier style Pietro Chiesa Fontana Arte, Italy 1940s. two gshades, frosted
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Herbert Bayer Mid Century Art Red Transparency 1973 Screenprint
By Herbert Bayer
Located in Countryside, IL
Herbert Bayer Mid Century Art Red Transparency 1973 Screenprint This screenprint measures: 32.75
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century, Art Deco, Stilnovo Style Copper and Brass Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Art Deco inspired copper and brass chandelier with 8 curved arms and attractive
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Art Deco Pouf With Springs Attributed To Osvaldo Borsani, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Art Deco pouf with springs attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1940s Intact and in good
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Joerns Bros Mid Century Art Deco Walnut Step Up Nightstand Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Joerns Bros Mid Century Art Deco Walnut Step Up Nightstand Side Table. Item features beautiful wood
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Glass Bowl Polished Nickel Light Fixture
By René Lalique
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French mid century Art Deco sunflower pattern round frosted glass bowl with polished
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Glass Bowl Polished Nickel Light Fixture
By SEVB Société d'Exploitation des Verreries de Bagneaux, Lalique
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Art Glass Bowl With Polished Nickel Fittings In The Manner
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Nickel

Italian Mid Century Art Nouveau Forged Wrought Iron and Gold Gilt Chandelier
Located in Encinitas, CA
Mid-Century Art Nouveau chandelier, hand-forged wrought iron and gold gilded with a descending
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Art Deco Shaped Textured Milk Glass Wall Sconces with Frosted Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Art Deco shaped textured flush mount glass ceiling light or wall sconce with frosted
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bakelite, Milk Glass

Bitossi Italian Mid-Century Art Pottery Textured Lamp Base
By Bitossi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish mid-century art pottery lamp base by renowned Italian makers Bitossi and dating from
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Henri Maccheroni Original Mid-Century Art Exhibition Poster
Located in Miami, FL
Original midcentury art exhibition poster from the Galerie Lovreglio in Nice, France depicting the
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Pair of Midcentury Art Deco Barrel Hall Chairs Side Chairs, France, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Mid Century Art Deco Barrel Chairs. France, Circa 1950. In excellent vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Italian Mid-Century Art Deco Briar Walnut Wood Animalier Zebra Upholstered Chair
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Dassi, Gio Ponti, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1940s mid-century Art Deco lounge or side chair and stool with
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Glasses Strikt Series
By Johansfors Glasbruk , Bengt Orup
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Art Glass Bengt Orup Artist. Bengt Orup
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Mid Century Art Deco Hard Case Leather Attache Briefcase after Bally, Hermes
By Bally, Hermès
Located in New York, NY
, Vuitton etc, this piece is unsigned. Stylish, chic, voguish Mid Century Art Deco case circa 1940/1950
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Midcentury Art Deco Painted Gilt Etched Glass and Mirror Occasional Coffee Table
Located in Encinitas, CA
Midcentury Art Deco style occasional table with lovely painted gilt base pedestals supporting a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Art Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
An American circa 1950 art glass lantern with an interior light. Measurements: Drop 13.5
Category

Vintage 1950s American Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Pocket emptier Mid-century art deco carrara marble emptier, Italy
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Pocket emptier Mid-century art deco carrara marble emptier, Italy This elegant valet tray
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Carrara Marble

Mid-Century Art Deco Italian Console Table in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1930s
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-Century Art Deco Italian Console Table in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1930s This elegant console
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Art Pottery Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in New York, NY
Well done matt glaze with sgraffito decoration. Matt finish abstract design, mounted on solid walnut base. Great, original, working condition, shade not included. Height to top of s...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Mid Century Art Pottery Lamp
Mid Century Art Pottery Lamp
H 32.5 in Dm 5.75 in
Mid Century Art Handcrafted Modern String Art
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century artwork handcrafted modern string art depicting 3 cups on a table or a dinner set piece
Category

Vintage 1950s American Decorative Art

Materials

Cotton

Mid Century Art Deco Style Opaline Glass Wall Sconce or Desk Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century art deco style wall or desk lamp with glossy glass shade. The piece has a brass/black
Category

20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Art Studio Pottery Tea & Coffee Service set, Vallauris France 1960's
By Vallauris
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Art Studio Pottery Tea & Coffee Service Set. Made in Vallauris, France 1960's
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Midcentury Art Pottery Studio Vase by Marcel Guillot, France 1950's
By Marcel Guillot
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Art Pottery Studio Very Rare XL Vase by Marcel Guillot (1910 - 1985). Made in
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Art Deco Vintage Rug
Located in Ferrara, IT
that was inspired by the art deco movement. This highly stylized vintage rug is ready to be used and
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Italian Midcentury Art Deco Briar Walnut Wood Pair of Armchairs with Stools
By Dassi, Gio Ponti, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1940s midcentury Art Deco armchairs and stool with beautiful
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Midcentury Art Studio Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury handmade Art Studio Side Chair. We have two chairs available.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Art Studio Chair
Midcentury Art Studio Chair
H 36.25 in W 21.25 in D 17.5 in
GIANT Cachepot Planter 1950s by Huber Roethe Landshut mid-century art pottery
By Huber-Roethe
Located in Landshut, BY
GIANT Cachepot Planter 1950s by Huber Roethe Landshut (that´s where we´re based) mid-century art
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardi...

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

Scandinavian Mid-Century Art Glass Bud Vase
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century tall ovoid art glass bud vase with etched floral design (signed)
Category

20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Mid Century/Art Deco Style Side Table .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very unique design of a small side table in hi-polished metal with Antique Brass finish. Each leg has a ball at top to secure the 3/4" glass top in place . The center ring secures ...
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Art Plate from Poole
By John Poole
Located in Pasadena, TX
From 1962 Poole produced a range of Studio Pottery that later became a model for the well-known, brightly colored Delphis range of the 1960s and 1970s. Under the leadership of Robert...
Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid-Century Art Plate Poole, UK
By John Poole
Located in Pasadena, TX
From 1962 Poole produced a range of Studio Pottery that later became a model for the well-known, brightly colored Delphis range of the 1960s and 1970s. Under the leadership of Rober...
Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Castello (Castle) signed unique painting abstract expressionist mid century art
Located in New York, NY
back 20 × 27 inches UNIQUE Unframed This mid century modern abstract expressionist oil on paper
Category

1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Graphite

Mid-Century Art Deco Wood Console with Drawer
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Wood Console Sleek Art Deco Waterfall Console with Brass Hardware
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Art Deco Wood Console with Drawer
Mid-Century Art Deco Wood Console with Drawer
H 25.99 in W 45.28 in D 11.82 in
Mid-Century Art Deco Style Cristallo Rigaree Murano
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Chicago, IL
fixture but a piece of art, reflecting centuries of glassmaking excellence. The fixture’s luminous
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Art Glass Vase, Czechoslovakia, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of art glass Re-polished Original condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century Art Deco Wrought Iron Plant Stand
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Great Art Deco, mid century freestanding plant stand having a circular body, with three round pot
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Art Glass Vase, Chribska, 1960's
By Chribska Glassworks
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of metallurgical glass Re-polished Original condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Design Mid Century Art Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
By Osvětlovací sklo n.p., Valašské Meuiříčí
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia - Maker. Valasske Mezirici - Perfect original condition.  
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Plastic

Mid Century Art Deco Mint Armchair, Europe 1950s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Very rare and beautiful club armchair in organic shapes. A spring seat, very comfortable. After full carpentry and upholstery renovation. Padded with high-quality velor velvet. It wa...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Vintage Mid-Century Art Deco Style Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Art Deco rug was handmade in Turkey circa mid-20th century. It is in the style of Zeki
Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Mid Century Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of mid century art on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and art glass, every piece of mid century art was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of mid century art, we have 28426 options in-stock, while there are 253 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of mid century art — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of mid century art, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Georg Jensen, Alfredo Barbini and Barovier&Toso each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of mid century art that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Art?

Prices for a piece of mid century art start at $1 and top out at $2,000,000 with the average selling for $1,400.
Questions About Mid Century Art
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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.

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