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Large Mid Century Charger Bowl Handcrafted by Herbert Sargent
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous mottled green with brown edged charger. Concentric ribs outline the dish. Truly a
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Vintage 1980s American Arts and Crafts Centerpieces

Materials

Clay

Two Vintage Italian Sterling Silver Wine Coasters by Dario Alfredo of Padova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Two Vintage Italian Sterling Silver Wine Coasters by Dario Alfredo of Padova Two sterling silver wine coasters designed by Algema di Dario Alfredo of Padova, Italy Beautiful and det...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Silver Chargers and Plates

Materials

Sterling Silver

John Glick Plum Tree Charger Plate Pottery Mid Century Modern
By John Glick
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Discover this captivating Mid Century Modern Plum Tree Charger Plate by the renowned potter John
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Maurice Heaton Art Glass Charger
By Maurice Heaton
Located in Forney, TX
Maurice Heaton (1900-1990) designed enameled fused art glass charger plate with cosmos sunburst
Category

Mid-20th Century Dinner Plates

Materials

Art Glass

Large Mid-Century Enamel-on-Copper Charger
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an impressive 18" diameter Enamel-on-Copper charger that was designed and created by the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large Mid-Century Modern Glazed Stoneware Charger Plate
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Large Stoneware Charger. This bold charger is signed. It is striking with blue
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

French Mid Century Modern Studio Pottery Footed Bowl Charger
Located in London, GB
French Mid Century Modern Studio Pottery Footed Bowl Charger C.1960 In very good condition
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Large Mid-Century Italian Chargers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous pair of colorful and interesting Italian chargers attributed to DeSimone.
Category

20th Century Italian Ceramics

Mid 20 Century Hand Painted Deck of Cards Porcelain Charger
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A whimsical hand painted porcelain charger. The center with an assortment of poker cards with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Jules Perrin Mid-Century Decorative Enamel Charger Plate
Located in Miami, FL
French midcentury enamel charger or decorative plate signed Jules Perrin. Glazed 20th century
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Mid-20th Century French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Porcelain Charger Mid 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful huge vintage Italian porcelain charger, Circa 1950 in date. This colourful
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Vintage 1950s Italian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Hardwood

French Mid-20th Century Earthenware Decorative Charger or Ceramic Dish
Located in Miami, FL
Hand-crafted, hand-glazed French Mid-20th Century Earthenware Decorative Charger or Dish with
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Nordika Teak Danish Chargers or Plates 8
By Nordika Design
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Set of 8 teak chargers or plates circa late 1960s. Nordika out of Sweden. These all original
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Teak

Large Japanese Imari Fluted Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
?), Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The magnificent Japanese Imari charger measures 25" in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Saarinen Turned Wood Plates and Charger
By Eero Saarinen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Nice grouping of five Saarinen plates. Turned birch plywood. Made in Finland by Keuruu. Smaller plates 11.75" Larger plate 17.75''.
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Massive Modernist Hand Painted Ceramic Charger, Unsigned, Mid-20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Japan) - mid-20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Delft Charger
Located in Doylestown, PA
A boldly decorated delft charger mid-18th century probably Dutch depicting a hanging lantern or
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Other Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

18th Century Delft Charger
18th Century Delft Charger
H 1.5 in Dm 13.5 in
Mid-20th Century French Repoussé Hammered Copper Fish Wall Charger
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely Mid-Century French repoussé hammered copper charger / plate / plaque / wall hanging from
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Mid-20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Copper

Delft - Chinoiserie style Charger by De Claauw, mid 18th century
By Delft
Located in DELFT, NL
Mid 18th century Blue Delftware charger with Chinoiserie decor of 'precious gifts'. Marked 'De
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

Large Salt Glaze Charger Mid-18th Century England Circa 1765
By Staffordshire
Located in Katonah, NY
Provenance: The Collection of Sir Samuel Hoare* This large salt-glaze charger was made in
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Neoclassical Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-Century Glazed Studio Pottery Ceramic Charger or Plate, Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Artist crafted studio pottery ceramic charger or plate. Signed by artist.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Carved Marble Charger / Server / Plate from India, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A hand-carved marble charger from India, 1960-1970. 18 inches in diameter, half an inch high. Can
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Vintage 1960s Indian Anglo-Indian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Bob Stocksdale Signed Monumental Mid-Century Modern Turned Exotic Wood Charger
By Bob Stocksdale
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisitely crafted, rare wood charger/platter by American California master Woodturner Bob
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Harewood

Large Saltglaze Stoneware Charger England Mid-18th Century Circa 1765
Located in Katonah, NY
This charger is true Americana! "George Washington considered stoneware a fashionable and practical
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stoneware

Fazackerley Delft Charger Hand Painted Liverpool Polychrome Mid 18th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
This gorgeous Delft charger was hand painted in Liverpool, England, in the mid-18th century, circa
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Charger Mid Century Rhythm André Fu Living Tableware New
By André Fu
Located in Admiralty, HK
and gold Collection: Mid Century Rhythm Larger quantities available upon request, with 8 weeks
Category

2010s Malaysian Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

Large Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Aztec Calendar Wall Charger
Located in Portland, OR
A good, large, Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling silver (probably Taxco) Aztec calendar wall
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Bob Stocksdale Signed Mid-Century Modern Turned Exotic Wood Charger Platter
By Bob Stocksdale
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisitely crafted, rich wood charger by American master Woodturner Bob Stocksdale. Signed and marked ("Bubinga from Africa") by the artist on the verso. The piece radiates i...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Chinese Cloisonné Charger or Large Plate fine detail, Mid-19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good Chinese Cloisonné Charger or Large Plate / Dish that we date to the mid-19th
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Delft Chinoiserie Charger
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a good example of a mid-18th century Delft charger in a chinoiserie hand-painted pattern
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Faience

Robert Maxwell Signed Large Mid-Century Modern California Studio Pottery Charger
By Robert Maxwell
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully made and beautifully designed Mid-Century Modern pottery charger by famed California
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Large Japanese Imari Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large 18.25" diameter Japanese Imari porcelain charger, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Georg Jensen by Koppel Sterling Silver Plate/ Charger #1074 Mid-Century Modern
By Georg Jensen, Henning Koppel
Located in New York, NY
the late 1950s, in pattern number 1074, and in Mid-Century Modern style in an elegant, geometric
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Bob Stocksdale Signed Mid-Century Modern Turned Walnut Wood Charger Platter
By Bob Stocksdale
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisitely crafted, large wood charger/platter by American California master Woodturner Bob
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid century vintage hand painted terra-cotta Greco Roman charger.
By Austin & Seeley
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century hand-painted terra-cotta charger. This hand-painted plate has a Greek key
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Vintage 1970s Greek Greco Roman Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Pottery

Mid century vintage hand painted terra-cotta Greco Roman charger.
By Austin Productions
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century handpainted terra-cotta charger. This hand painted plate has a Greek key
Category

Vintage 1970s Greco Roman Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Pottery

Peter Voulkos Signed Mid-Century Modern California Studio Pottery Plate Charger
By Peter Voulkos
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic, freeform, large, heavy plate/ charger by American master potter Peter Voulkos who is
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

19th Century French Porcelain Allegorical Charger
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French porcelain Allegorical charger. Stunning 19th century French hand decorated
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Decorative Dishes and Vid...

Materials

Faience, Porcelain

Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Charger
Located in New Orleans, LA
A perfectly lovely example of the Imari tradition. The colors on this charger have remained strong
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Blue and White Delft Charger Hand Painted Mid-18th Century, Circa 1765
Located in Katonah, NY
This beautiful blue and white Dutch Delft charger shows a vibrant and detailed garden scene hand
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Antique Mid-18th Century Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Late 19th Century Japanese Imari Charger
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century Imari charger, Japanese. Boldly decorated with lobed border. Three primary
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Late 18th Century Dutch Delft Charger
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 18th century Delft blue & white charger, Dutch. Large pomegranate flowering tree in central
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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

17th Century Delft Blue & White Charger
Located in Dallas, TX
17th century delft blue & white charger is a timeless interpretation of the Japanese porcelains
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Antique Mid-17th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic

An Impressive Large Celadon Charger, 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Impressive Large Celadon Charger, 20th Century Provenance: Private Melbourne Collection
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Celadon

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Hand Painted Mid 18th Century Circa 1760
Located in Katonah, NY
This blue and white Dutch Delft charger was hand painted in the mid-18th century, circa 1760. The
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Hand Painted Mid 18th Century Circa 1760
Located in Katonah, NY
moment in time. The exquisite garden scene fills the center of the charger and spills over onto the
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Late 20th Century Marble Charger / Server from India
Located in New York, NY
A hand-carved marble platter, server or charger from India.
Category

Vintage 1940s Indian Anglo-Indian Serving Pieces

Materials

Statuary Marble

Late 20th Century Marble Charger / Server from India
Located in New York, NY
A hand-carved marble platter, server or charger from India. 24 inches diameter.
Category

Vintage 1940s Indian Anglo-Indian Serving Pieces

Materials

Statuary Marble

20th Century Silver Plate Tableware Charger / Under Plate
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elegant and beautiful North American silver plate tableware charger / under plate service for
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Large Japanese Imari Charger 16", Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large and charming Japanese imari charger with Chinese boys, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th
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Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Beatrice Wood Signed Early Large Mid-Century Modern Low Bowl Plate Charger 1940s
By Beatrice Wood
Located in Studio City, CA
An exceptionally rare and fine early piece by famed American ceramist Beatrice Wood featuring a dynamic and unique design. The colors illuminate like stained glass under the glaze wh...
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large 18th Century Chinese Export Armorial Charger
Located in Dallas, TX
An impressive 18th century Chinese export armorial charger. Crest in center of plate with floral
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Studio Ceramic Charger
Located in Denton, TX
Abstract glaze design on this large hand crafted plate.
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Studio Ceramic Charger
Studio Ceramic Charger
H 1.88 in Dm 14.63 in
Large 19th Century Porcelain Charger, Signed Malaysian Export
Located in Pasadena, CA
A large porcelain charger marked made in China for the Malaysian Market in the 19th century. The
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Imari Charger
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century Aesthetic movement Imari Charger, 15 7/8" dia. Rich, deep colors. Six alternating
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage Italian Montelupo Maiolica Pottery Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
This beautiful pottery charger is from Montelupo, Italy and is hand painted with two soldiers sword
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Italian Montelupo Maiolica Pottery Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
This beautiful maiolica pottery charger is from Montelupo, Italy and is boldly decorated with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Italian Montelupo Maiolica Pottery Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
This beautiful 11.5 pottery charger is from Montelupo, Italy and is boldly decorated with a soldier
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Pottery

Judy Phillips - Vintage Studio Pottery Stoneware Charger - Canada - Mid-20th C
Located in Chatham, ON
JUDY Phillips - Vintage Studio Pottery stoneware charger with raised rim and contrasting glaze
Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Montelupo Maiolica Pottery Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
This beautiful pottery charger is is decorated with a woman carrying a basket of flowers on her
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Pottery

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Find a variety of mid century chargers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid century chargers — often made from ceramic, metal and earthenware — can elevate any home. We have 252 antique and vintage mid century chargers in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century chargers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Rococo and Scandinavian Modern mid century chargers are consistently popular styles. Many mid century chargers are appealing in their simplicity, but Clyde Burt, Bruno Gambone and Delft produced popular mid century chargers that are worth a look.

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Prices for mid century chargers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mid century chargers begin at $150 and can go as high as $30,522, while the average can fetch as much as $1,250.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid 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.