Mid Century Brass
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Mid-Century Brass and Glass End Table
Located in Denton, TX
Mid-Century brass and glass end table.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Shelter, Italy, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury brass shelter, Italy 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Sculpture Dish
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century brass sculpture dish attributed to Tommi Parzinger. Solid Brass sculpture center
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid Century Brass Mirror with Etching
Located in Pasadena, CA
Italian mid century brass mirror with decorative crest 1940’s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier, France, 1950
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury brass chandelier, France, 1950.
patinated vintage condition. rewired!
Art.-Nr
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Mid-Century Brass Candelabras
By Dirilyte
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French mid-century brass candelabras with three arms and two curved feet. Stamped in center
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Dolphin Sculpture/ Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice mid-century brass dolphin sculpture/ paperweight, circa 1970s. The piece is in very
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass Italian Chandelier, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century brass chandelier with coloured metal shades.
In the style of stilnovo
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Bar Cart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Midcentury brass bar cart, probably Italian, circa 1960s. It is a versatile size and can be used as
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Brass and Steel Console Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely mid-century brass and steel console table with a glass top. A very fine quality piece that
Category
Mid-20th Century French Console Tables
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Brass Framed Tri-Fold Fire Screen
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century brass framed tri-fold fire screen with screen wire panels and geometric design.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Midcentury Brass "Draped" Lamps
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Pair of midcentury brass lamps with a curved, draped form.
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass and Bone Dish / Ashtray
Located in San Diego, CA
A very stylish midcentury brass ashtray with bone accents, circa 1960s. #509
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier, 12 Bulbs, Italy, 1950
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century brass chandelier, 12 bulbs, Italy 1950.
Classic style with mid-century approach.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Double Sided Swan Candy Dish
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Mid-Century brass candy dish. Having double sided swans with beautiful details.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Midcentury Brass Candlestick Table Lamps
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of midcentury brass candlestick table lamps feature a heavy brass spherical. base and stand 29
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass Magazine Rack or Music Stand
Located in New York, NY
Mid century brass magazine rack or music stand. Brass with elaborate decorations. Stand rotates
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Vintage Midcentury Brass Tri Floor Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage "good design" midcentury brass tri-floor lamp. No labels or markings. In the manner of
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass Pinecone Sculpture by Mottahedeh Design
By Mottahedeh
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Mid Century Brass Pinecone Sculpture by Mottahedeh Design speaks wonders.
Incredible sculpture of
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Mid-Century Brass Table Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid-century brass table lamp.
This lamp measures: 8 wide x 8 deep x 24 inches high.
This lamp
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Faux Bamboo Lamp Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Midcentury brass faux bamboo lamp table with glass top is perfect for the modern decor.
circa
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass and Teak Wood Candleholder, 1950's
Located in Budapest, HU
Mid-century brass and teak wood candleholder, 1950's.
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Brass and Parchment Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury brass and parchment floor lamp, in telescopic form, the lowest level with parchment
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Mid-Century Brass 15-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Brussels , BE
Large mid-century brass 15-arm sputnik chandelier, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Glass and Metal Trolley, Italy 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century brass glass and metal trolley - Italy 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass and Formica Rolling Cart
Located in Germantown, MD
A midcentury Brass and Formica top Rolling Cart. Measures 25" in width, 13.5" in depth and stands
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass and Bamboo Umbrella Holder, Austria 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century brass and bamboo umbrella holder - Austria 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Mirror by Luciano Frigerio, Italy 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century brass mirror by Luciano Frigerio - Italy 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Tulip or Lotus Candleholder
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Set a romantic mood with this unusual midcentury brass candelabra having seven tulip or lotus
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20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Midcentury Brass Side Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A set of four midcentury brass side chairs with curved shape base.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass and Smoked Glass Bar Cart
By Morex
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-century brass and smoked glass bar table/cart on wheels. Sleek and sexy Italian styling most
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal, Brass
American Mid-Century Brass and Glass Coffee Table Set
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century brass round coffee table with a glass top with acorn finials and a lower
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Table Pineapple Lamp Style Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century brass table pineapple lamp attributed to Maison Jansen.
Large version.
rare with
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Brass and Glass Torchiere Floor Lamps, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian midcentury Brass and Glass Torchiere Floor Lamps, 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Midcentury brass umbrella stand, Italy, 1950s
An umbrella stand shaped as an umbrella. Made
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Resting Leopard Sculpture by Sarried
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury brass resting leopard sculpture by Sarried
Brass resting leopard sculpture, beautifully
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo Adjustable Triangular Spotlight Mid Century Brass Colored Metal, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Stilnovo adjustable triangular spotlight mid century brass colored metal Italy.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 5.52 in. W 10.24 in. D 5.52 in.
Mid Century Brass Scoop Vanity Stool
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century brass scoop vanity stool
This stool Measures: 22 wide x 11.5 deep x 17.25 inches
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Large Midcentury Brass Sculpture Of A Jumping Dolphin
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large midcentury brass sculpture of a jumping dolphin.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier. Lightolier Five Arm Brass Chandelier with frosted
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass, Chrome, and Glass Showcase Coffee Table
By Willy Rizzo, Maison Jansen
Located in Brussels , BE
Midcentury brass, chrome, and glass showcase coffee table.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Italian Murano Calla Lily Mid-Century Brass Sconces
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning pair of Italian Murano calla lily Mid-Century brass sconces.
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Midcentury Brass Gold Lantern Italian Design Lumi Milano
By Lumi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury brass gold lantern Italian design Lumi Milano
Measures: Height lantern cm.50.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Handled Cat Doorstop, by Sarreid Ltd.
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century brass handled cat doorstop, by Sarreid Ltd.
Spain, Circa 1970s
A rare and unique
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Fireplace Tools, circa 1960, Italy
By Ico Parisi
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice midcentury brass fireplace.
Italy circa 1960.
All purchases are covered by our Buyer
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp Triennale
Located in New York, NY
pictured. Wonderful floor lamp with lots of articulation. Unique rare Mid Century Floor lamp.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid Century Brass & Wood 'Atomic' Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian mid century brass & wood 'Atomic' lamp
Italy, 1950s
A unique mid-century lamp, the lamp
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
French Mid Century Brass Opaline Coffee Table, circa 1950
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French mid century brass coffee table with black opaline top resting on an X-base. In the manner
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-century Brass and Marble Side Table
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful Italian mid-century brass and marble side table with stunning details as can be seen in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
Midcentury Brass and Marble Lamp by Stiffel
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury brass and marble lamp by Stiffel, shade is original and included
Measures: 16" x 8" H
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Curtis Jere Mid Century Brass Wall Urchin
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Countryside, IL
Curtis Jere Mid Century Brass Wall Urchin
This artwork measures: 39 wide x 9 deep x 26 inches high
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Kalmar Mid-Century Brass and Textured Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Kalmar Mid-Century brass and textured glass flush mount, Austria, 1950s,
polished.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass Faux Bamboo Table Lamp
Located in Hastings, GB
Mid century brass faux bamboo table lamp in the manner of Maison Bagues, France, C 1950's
Brass
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Midcentury Brass Nut Cracker, Austria, 1950s Signatured
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Wien, AT
Carl Auböck midcentury brass nut cracker, Austria, 1950s signatured.
Original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Smoked Glass Top End, Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Midcentury brass smoked glass top end ~ coffee table inspired by the Maison Jensen genre,
circa
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Brass Base Loveseat
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman style Mid Century brass base loveseat
Loveseat measures: 59.25 wide x 39.25 deep x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
American Mid Century Brass Table Lamp with Ceramic Ostrich Egg
Located in Buchanan, NY
Beautiful American 1950s mid century brass lamp with ceramic ostrich egg detail. Good vintage
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass & Glass Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Copake Falls, NY
A pair of mid century brass and glass table lamps. Central brass columns are reeded with blown
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Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass and Opal Glass Chandelier
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning mid-century brass chandelier designed in the 1950s, of fine Italian manufacture.
There is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of American Mid-Century Brass and Steel Demilune Console Tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century brass and steel "D" shaped demilune console tables with a shelf
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Brass, Steel
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of mid century brass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every piece of mid century brass was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of mid century brass, we have 76101 options in-stock, while there are 3642 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right choice in our collection of mid century brass, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of mid century brass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar and Paul McCobb produced versions that are worth a look.
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- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most 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, 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.
- 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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