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Mid-century barware thermos / carafes / jug, Italy 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century barware thermos / caraffe / jug
Italy 1950s
brass, faux tortoiseshell bakelite
h 28
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Midcentury Barware Ice Bucket 1960s Gold Presidential Coins
By Cera, Culver Ltd., The Couroc Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
-karat gold Mid-Century Modern barware glasses by Cera
All in vintage condition with all 22-karat gold
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Midcentury Barware Rocks Glasses 1960s Gold Presidential Coins
By Culver Ltd., The Couroc Company, Cera
Located in North Hollywood, CA
" in black and 22-karat gold Mid-Century Modern barware glasses by Cera
All in vintage condition with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Six Joe's Bar & Grill by Cera Mid-Century Barware Whiskey Lowball Glasses
By Cera
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 6 Joe's bar & grill theme by Cera, tables for Ladies, Mid-Century Modern Barware whiskey
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Piero Fornasetti Porcelain and Gilded Appetizer Bowls Midcentury Barware Set / 6
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in North Miami, FL
These fabulous small Mid-Century Modern Piero Fornasetti vintage appetizer small serving bowls are
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Gold
Vintage Mid Century Pitcher Barware Jug C1950 France FREE SHIPPING
Located in Trensacq, FR
Vintage French pitcher mid-century barware jug C1950
Rare mid-century vintage barware water jug
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Hand-Blown Glass and Metal Barware Cocktail Martini Pitcher, 1950s
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb streamlined Mid-Century barware pitcher was crafted in France in the 1950s. The sleek
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal, Chrome, Metal
H 9.44 in W 4.75 in D 4.32 in
1960s Green Glass Pitcher American Collectible Barware
By Blendo Glass 1
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Collectible Mid Century Barware, Culver Ltd, Georges Briard, Fred Pess Era.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Guzzini Tortoiseshell Lucite and Gold Plate Barware Serving Tray, circa 1970
By Rede Guzzini, Team Guzzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Rede Guzzini designed this stunning Mid-Century barware serving tray, circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
H 1.57 in W 12 in D 12 in
1960s Gold Printed Presidential Coins Highball Glasses Barware Set of 6
By Cera, Culver Ltd., Bob Wallack
Located in North Hollywood, CA
" in black and 22-karat gold Mid-Century Modern barware glasses by Cera.
This collectible barware is so
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
1950s Georges Briard Glass Ice Bucket Luxury Barware 22 K Gold Spanish Scroll
By Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
stores, such as Neiman Marcus and Bonwit Teller.
Georges Briard's mid-century barware collection is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Moorish Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Double Old Fashioned Gold and Black Coin Set of 4 Barware Glasses by Cera 1960s
By Culver Ltd., George Briard, Cera
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of 6 gold and black coin barware double old fashioned glasses by Cera Glass.
Mid-century 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Silver and Glass Roly Poly Astrology Motif Cocktail Glasses Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
tablescape. Or even a great gift for a hostess or birthday. For other mid-century barware, including a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver
H 3.25 in Dm 3.25 in
Set of Six 1970s Silvered MOD Highball Glasses
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
glasses from the 1970s is a fantastic representation of unique and reflective Mid Century barware. These
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Culver Ltd Antigua Pattern 22 K Gold Barware Glasses Set of 5 Vintage from 1950
By Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid 20th Century Vintage Culver Ltd "Antigua" Crackled 22k Gold drinking goblet glasses - Set of 5
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Culver Ltd Highball Barware Glasses 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s Signed
By Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
highball glassware, Mid Century barware in good condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Dorothy Thorpe Style Mid-Century Silver Fade Barware Shot Glasses
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
includes 6 shot glasses.
1960s Mid-Century Modern cocktail barware set.
Silver fade.
Measurements:
Hot
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Silver Plate Handkerchief Wine Cooler Champagne Bottle Ice Bucket
By Atelier Moderne d’Orfèvrerie.
Located in Atlanta, GA
the artistry of mid-century barware, effortlessly elevating any entertaining space.
Dimensions: 16.13
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Bengt Orup Mid Century Art Glass Tumbler Sweden Johansfors Glasses Strikt Series
By Johansfors Glasbruk , Bengt Orup
Located in North Hollywood, CA
makes them perfect for your favorite drink and will be a great addition to your Mid-century barware
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
1960s Culver Cocktail Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Florentine Pattern Set of Four
By Culver Ltd., Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
midcentury Culver barware glasses with a gold leaf finish.
Vintage Culver Florentine pattern cocktail glasses
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Set of Old Fashioned Valencia by Culver with 22-Karat Gold
By Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Culver barware double old fashion, whisky glasses with Valencia pattern in a gold leaf finish.
Set
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Cocktail Barware Glasses and Pitcher
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
piece.
Set of 5 Mid-Century Modern Dorothy Thorpe clear with silver overlay band "Tom Collins" / high
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate, Silver Leaf
Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Fade Cocktail Barware Glasses and Ice Bucket
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
piece.
Set includes 8 cocktails glasses. and ice bucket
1960s Mid-Century Modern Dorothy Thorpe
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Collectible Retro Highball Spaghetti Tumblers Set of 6 Blue and White
By Fred Press
Located in North Hollywood, CA
:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period).
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Set of 3 Old Fashioned Valencia by Culver with 22-Karat Gold
By Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
century Culver barware double old fashion, whisky glasses with Valencia pattern in a gold leaf finish.
Set
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Redondo Beach California Tony’s Restaurant Cocktail Glasses 1960s
By George Briard, Fred Press, Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century Vintage Redondo Beach Tony’s Restaurant Cocktail Glasses Set of 2.
Set of two vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Whiskey / Drinks Barware Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-Century Modern beautiful whiskey and drinks barware / tableware service for 11 people. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century European Barware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Crystal Barware / Tableware Serving Pitcher
By Movado
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Experience the allure of Mid-Century Modern elegance with this exceptional Crystal Barware
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Band Roly Poly Glasses and Cocktail Punch Bowl
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
band around top edge of each piece.
Set includes 11 roly poly glasses and punch bowl
1960s Mid-Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid 20th Century Sterling Silver Barware service For 12 People
By Gorham
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our Mid-20th Century North American Sterling Silver Barware and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Two Vintage Mid-Century Shark Fish Stainless Barware Openers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern stainless steel and teak wood openers. There is a a shark and a fish in
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Style Hand-Painted Barware/Drinkware Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
A charming mid-20th century drinkware set perfect for elevating your bar or tableware collection
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Neoclassical Barware
Materials
Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Thick Lucite Ice Bucket with Handles Barware
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
essential addition to any Mid-Century Madmen bar.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Imperial Glass Shoji 22K Barware Set
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large 14 piece collection of 22K gold hand painted barware in the iconic Shoji pattern by the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-century parchment Barware thermos, Aldo Tura, Macabo Italy early 1950s
By Macabo, Aldo Tura
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century parchment Barware thermos
Aldo Tura, Macabo Italy early 1950s
Parchement, brass
h 27
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 10.63 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Vintage Brutalist Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze, Brass
H 9.25 in W 1.63 in D 2 in
Anchor Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1970s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Anchor Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1970s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 5.13 in W 2.13 in D 0.25 in
Anchor Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Dolphin Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 4.75 in W 1.63 in D 0.13 in
Mid-Century Double-Decker Tall Barware Ice Bucket Green PVC Leather
By Various Makers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Mid-Century Modern barware accessory double-decker ice bucket is made of luminous
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, PVC
Mid Century Pink Marble Barware Set Shot Glasses and Tray
Located in Toronto, CA
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your bar with this special Mid Century Pink Marble Barware Set
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Barware
Materials
Marble
Vintage Brass Aubock Auböck Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Breweriana Barware
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s mid century modern bottle opener. Attributed to Carl Auböck, Vienna, Austria
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 5.63 in W 2 in D 0.75 in
Vintage Bronze Horse Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s mid century modern bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 5.5 in W 2.63 in D 0.38 in
Vintage Bronze Fossil Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s mid century modern bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 4 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in
Vintage Bronze Hand Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s mid century modern bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze, Brass
H 4.38 in W 1.13 in D 1 in
WMF Cocktail Shaker Cut Crystal & Silverplated Metal Mid Century Modern Barware
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
adds a touch of elegance, making it a stylish addition to any barware collection. Perfect for both
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Vintage Bronze Hand Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze
H 5.75 in W 1.38 in D 0.38 in
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
H 7.25 in W 2.75 in D 0.25 in
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
H 7.38 in W 2.75 in D 0.25 in
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. We believe it is made of metal and...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
H 8.88 in W 3.63 in D 0.13 in
Vintage Bronze Hand Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze
H 5.25 in W 1.38 in D 0.5 in
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. We think it is made of cast iron.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 8.25 in W 3.5 in D 0.13 in
Mid-Century Saks Fifth Ave Set of 3 Barware Drink Trays
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Sold by Saks Fifth Avenue Guest & Gift Shop in the 1950s. Saks Fifth Avenue opened its first "Guest and Gift Shop" in New York City in 1951. These silver trays were used to hold your...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. We think it is made of metal and co...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
H 8.38 in W 2.63 in D 0.13 in
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze
H 7 in W 2.63 in D 0.13 in
Vintage Metal Girl Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 4.25 in W 1.5 in D 0.75 in
Vintage Brass Horse Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1930s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Germany.
Category
Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 4.63 in W 1.75 in D 0.5 in
Vintage Brass Lobster Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
H 4.13 in W 1.88 in D 0.25 in
"The Tramp" Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze
H 7.25 in W 2.75 in D 0.13 in
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Mid Century Barware For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of mid century barware you’re looking for. An item from our selection of mid century barware — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 3514 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of mid century barware now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of mid century barware — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of mid century barware made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made piece of mid century barware has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Aldo Tura, Carl Auböck and Culver Ltd. are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Barware?
Prices for a piece of mid century barware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $35 and can go as high as $15,462, while the average can fetch as much as $595.
Finding the Right Barware for You
Whether it’s streamlined or sophisticated, a bar area is always a welcoming feature in any home interior. A cheery well-made drink with friends and family has the potential to yield some unforgettable moments alongside those that aren’t easily remembered. And the only way to conjure that exemplary cordial is by putting the proper antique or vintage barware to work.
Essential barware equipment ranges from sterling-silver barspoons for mixing your cocktails in tall collins glasses to jiggers, shakers and strainers that allow you to whip up martinis and old-fashioneds.
From a design standpoint, some barware, such as our array of Art Deco glass whiskey sets or mid-century modern silver-banded tumblers crafted by Dorothy Thorpe, can help position your bar as a bold and attractive centerpiece to a room. At the very least, a carefully curated collection of barware can elevate with subtlety the bar’s nearby fixtures, as a handcrafted crystal decanter might do for your vintage 1960s bar cart.
As cocktail hour draws near, find inspiration in our gorgeous gallery of home bars in locales ranging from London to New York to San Francisco, and browse the exquisite selection of antique, new and vintage barware and glassware on 1stDibs.
Questions About Mid Century Barware
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, 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, 2024The 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, 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 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, 2021Mid 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, 2021Mid 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 5, 2022Mid-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.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2023To 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, 2023To 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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.
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