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Milo Baughman Mid-Century Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
rests. These unique mid-century cantilever chairs with a flat bar chrome frame make the perfect addition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
DIA Design Institute of America Mid-Century Cantilever Design Chrome
By Design Institute America
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century cantilever design footstool with a curved square chrome tube base supporting a
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Preview Mid Century Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Preview
Located in Countryside, IL
Preview Mid Century Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each chair measures: 20.5 wide x 24
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Mid Century Cantilevered Chrome Dining Arm Chairs Style of Mart Stam
By Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of matching 6 mid century cantilevered dining arm chairs In the style of Mart Stam chrome and
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 32 in W 20 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Cantilever Coffee Table Attributed to J Wade Beam for Breuton
By J. Wade Beam
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage mid-century Cantilever coffee / coctail table attributed to J Wade Beam for Breuton. Circa
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass
Brown Adjustable Midcentury Cantilever Lamp designed by Hoogervorst for Anvia
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in Antwerp, BE
lamps from this era are typical representations of the "Mid-Century Modern" lighting design. The early
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Cantilevered Scoop Chairs, a Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cantilever base. Tall backrests, spacious and comfortable seating. Covered in the original vintage tufted
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Midcentury Cantilever Chrome End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern end tables boast a tubular chrome cantilever frame and a
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Chrome
Pr. Mid Century Cantilevered Sculptura Lounge Chairs by Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Woodard Sculptura low lounge chairs, having cantilevered bases and woven metal mesh
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Midcentury Cantilever Brno Style Chairs by Cumberland Furniture
By Cumberland Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
metal cantilever frames. Styled after the famous Brno chairs by Knoll, these chairs are a perfect
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Mid-Century Cantilevered Chrome & Glass Coffee Table by J. Wade Beam for Brueton
By J. Wade Beam, Brueton
Located in New York, NY
This dynamic Mid-Century Modernist Angular and Cantilevered Chrome and Glass Cocktail Table is made
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 14.5 in W 40.5 in D 40.5 in
Set of 4 Vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca Design Mid-Century Cantilever Chairs, B32
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four vintage Marcel Breuer design B32 cantilever chairs.
Italian production of the late
Category
1990s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32.68 in W 18.12 in D 18.51 in
1 of 12 Vintage Cesca Mid-Century Cantilever Chair, Marcel Breuer B32 Design
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
The Bauhaus classic tubular chrome steel cantilever chairs, model B32 or popularly known as Cesca
Category
Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 33.08 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
1 of 8 Vintage Cesca Mid Century Cantilever Chair, Marcel Breuer B64, Early 00s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
Marcel Breuer model B64 or 'Cesca' design chairs.
Unknown Italian production, circa 1995-2000.
Were a part of a local city hall office in Italy.
Fully restored in a black finish, w...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 33.08 in W 24.02 in D 21.66 in
Set of Two '2' Mid Century Cantilever Chairs by Roche Bobois, France, c. 1970's
By Roche Bobois
Located in Deland, FL
Attention designers! This luxurious set of cantilever chairs by Roche Bobois are equal parts style
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33.5 in W 20.5 in D 27 in
Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Brass and Walnut Cantilever End/Side Tables
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century cantilever design end / side tables with rectangular walnut tops above
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin MCM Cantilever Steel Tufted Lounge Chair - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Cantilever Steel Tufted Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 25.75 in W 34 in D 31 in
Four Midcentury Side Chairs by Ditte and Adrian Heath for France and Son
By France & Søn, Ditte & Adrian Heath
Located in Houston, TX
Four midcentury cantilevered side chairs, or dining chairs, designed by female architect Ditte
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
H 32.75 in W 20.5 in D 22.25 in
Vintage Chrome Coffee Table Base- Leon Rosen Style
By Leon Rosen
Located in Trenton, NJ
This striking mid-century cantilever coffee table base is designed to support a drilled circular
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
2 Mid Century Vintage Chrome and vinyl Dutch Bar Kitchen Stools 1950s 1960s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Pair of Vintage Mid century cantilever bar stools.
Made in Holland during the 50s/60s
Space age
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Chrome Bench
Located in Medina, OH
This chic Mid-Century Modern bench was realized in the United States, circa 1980. It features
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Steel & Leather Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Condition
Dimensions:
32.50”H x 23”W x 22.50”D
Seat Height 18.25"
Materials: Solid Stainless Steel, Original Leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut Cantilever End / Side Table
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish mid-century walnut cantilever side / end table with a rectangular off-center tabletop with
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Brushed Tubular Steel Contoured Cantilever Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four, mid-century, tubular, brushed steel, dining side chairs with cantilever bases and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Widdicomb Mid-Century American Blond Maple Cantilever Side / End Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century (circa 1950) 'Cantilever' blond maple end / side table with a rectangular form
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Maple
A Pair of Cantilevered Mid-Century Colombian Leather Sling Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of hand-stitched leather and wood cantilevered chairs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Thread, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A gorgeous pair of lounge chairs with a bronze finish base. Newly upholstered.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Italian Cesca Chair with Cantilever Base
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern cesca style chair features caned seat & seat back on a chrome cantilever
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Lightolier Style Cantilevered Mid-Century Floor Lamp
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Media, PA
A stunning vintage floor lamp with an adjustable cantilevered design and enameled metal frame. A
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid 20th Century Upholstered Chrome Cantilever Chairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of mid 20th century Contemporary style cantilever chairs, unbranded. Chrome frame, barrel
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Brass Cantilever Slipper Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-century Milo Baughman style brass cantilever slipper lounge chair. Item features a brass plated
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
4 Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern Tubular Chrome Cantilever Dining Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 4 vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern tubular chrome cantilever dining armchairs. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 22 in D 22.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Chrome Cantilever Milo Baughman Style Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco chrome cantilever Milo Baughman style armchair. Item features chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Chrome Cantilever Milo Baughman Armchairs, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco chrome cantilever Milo Baughman style armchairs - a Pair. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Set of 3 Cantilever Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 3 Cantilever chairs is an original design furniture realized by Gastone Rinaldi in the half
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair Mid Century Cane Bentwood Cantilever Chairs White Cushions
Located in Baltimore, MD
An attractive stylish pair of mid century cane bentwood cantilever chairs, based on a design by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Dark Stained Walnut Cantilever End / Side Table
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century dark stained walnut cantilever side / end table with a rectangular off-center
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 22 in W 30 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern BRNO Style Chrome Cantilever Lounge Armchairs 'A', a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern BRNO style chrome cantilever lounge armchairs (A) - a pair. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 22.5 in D 26.5 in
Mid-Century Modern BRNO Style Chrome Cantilever Lounge Armchairs 'B', a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern BRNO style chrome Cantilever lounge armchairs (B) - a pair. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 22.5 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, Cantilevered Lounge Chairs, Augusto Bozzi
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern, cantilevered lounge chairs attributed to Augusto Bozzi
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern BRNO Style Chrome Cantilever Lounge Armchairs 'C', a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern BRNO style chrome cantilever lounge armchairs (C), a pair. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 22.5 in D 26.5 in
Brueton Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Lacquer Console Sofa Table
By Brueton
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid-Century Modern sculptural black lacquered console, sofa or hall table featuring sleek and sexy
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Fiberglass
Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Chrome Cantilever Slipper Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of incredibly sexy, late mid-century modern, slipper, lounge chairs in the style of Milo
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Cantilevered Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chair Att. to Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural cantilevered mid century lounge arm chair, attributed to Salterini. The chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Chrome Tufted Cube Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Milo Baughman style cantilever chrome tufted lounge chair. Single solid bar chromed steel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Cantilevered Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
cantilevered frames upholstered in their original light tan color fabric. Can be used as occasional chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Italian Cantilevered Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs, Gianfranco Frattini, Pair
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern armchairs attributed to Gianfranco Frattini. The chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 36 in W 32 in D 28.5 in
Mid Century Leather and Stainless Steel Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Leather and Stainless Steel Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960. Original condition, wear
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bench, Cantilever, Mid Century-Style, Walnut, Danish Cord, Weave, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid-century inspired Rian Cantilever Bench in Walnut with black danish cord. Custom sizes available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 18 in W 41.125 in D 18 in
Stool, Cantilever, Danish Cord, Mid Century-Style, Hardwood, Woven, Hardwood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid Century inspired Rian Cantilever Stool made out of white oak hardwood and danish cord. Custom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 18 in W 18.5 in D 18 in
Barstool, 24", Cantilever, Black Danish Cord, Walnut, Mid Century, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid-century inspired Walnut and Black Danish Cord Rian Cantilever Barstool. Can be made with any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 24 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Barstool, Cantilever, Danish Cord, Whitewash, Mid Century, Woven, Semigood, 26"
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
! All of our pieces are made-to-order and fully customizable.
Mid-century inspired Rian cantilever
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 26 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Stool, Cantilever, Danish Cord, Mid Century-Style, Walnut, Weave, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid Century inspired Rian Cantilever Stool made out of walnut hardwood and danish cord. Custom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
Bench, Cantilever, Mid Century, Walnut, Danish Cord, Weave, Hardwood, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid-century inspired, hardwood and woven Danish cord bench. This listing is for a 41.125" long Rian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 18 in W 41.125 in D 18 in
Barstool, 25", Cantilever, Black Danish Cord, Walnut, Mid Century, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Midcentury inspired walnut and black Danish cord Rian cantilever barstool. Can be made with any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 25 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Barstool, 26", Cantilever, Black Danish Cord, Walnut, Mid Century, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Midcentury inspired walnut and black Danish cord Rian cantilever barstool. Can be made with any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 26 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Barstool, 31", Cantilever, Black Danish Cord, Walnut, Mid Century, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
This listing is for a 31" H Walnut with Black Danish Cord Rian Cantilever Barstool. Can be made
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 31 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Barstool, 29", Cantilever, Black Danish Cord, Walnut, Mid Century, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
This listing is for a 29"H Walnut with Black Danish Cord Rian Cantilever Barstool. Can be made with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cord, Hardwood
H 29 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining room with this pair of Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining
Category
20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane
Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Marvel Breyer Style Cantilever Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace mid-century modern sophistication with these Chrome and Cane Marvel Breyer Style Cantilever
Category
20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane
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Mid Century Cantilever For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century cantilever available at 1stDibs. A mid century cantilever — often made from metal, chrome and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a mid century cantilever, we have 2807 options in-stock, while there are 112 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century cantilever, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century cantilever, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century cantilever that is appealing in its simplicity, but Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer and Milo Baughman produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Cantilever?
Prices for a mid century cantilever can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $300,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,999.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Cantilever
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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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. - 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. - Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
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