Mid Century style DIA Étagère in Chrome and Glass
By Design Institute America
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern style étagère featuring sculpted chrome body with glass inserts, designed by Design
Chrome
$5,475
H 78.25 in W 42.25 in D 16.25 in
Mid-Century Chrome & Smoked Glass & Mirror Étagère/ Book Case by DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in New York, NY
This is a first rate example of one of DIA's iconic designs. Constructed from lustrous chrome and
Chrome
$8,995
H 92.75 in W 58.5 in D 20.25 in
Mid Century Modern to Modern Chrome & Mirrored Etagere Cabinet Style DIA or Ello
By Ello Furniture, Design Institute America
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage mid-century modern to modern chrome & mirrored one-piece etagere or room divider
Chrome
Pair of DIA Chrome and Glass Étagères
By Design Institute America
Located in Dallas, TX
chrome and glass étagère by DIA.
Chrome
$2,800
H 72 in W 48 in D 18 in
Mid 20th Century Expandable Dia Brass Etagere in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Design Institute America
Located in Elkton, MD
Milo Baughman and the Postmodern style, blending the sophistication of Mid-Century Modern aesthetics
Metal
Design Institute of America (DIA) Chrome Plated Steel Etagere
By Design Institute America
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Design Institute of America (DIA) chrome plated steel Etagere with new tempered glass shelves
Steel
1970s Chrome Zig Zag Etagere by Design Institute of America (DIA)
By Design Institute America
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Chrome Zig Zag Etagere by Design Institute of America (DIA). 7 shelves total and reversible
Chrome
$2,500
H 79 in W 41.75 in D 16 in
Hollywood Regency DIA Chrome & Glass Geometric Étagère with Greek Key Detail
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
1970's chrome geometric configuration étagère by DIA or Design Institute of America with glass
Chrome
$1,995
H 69.25 in W 29.5 in D 15.25 in
Vintage Modern Brass Plate & Glass Etagere Style DIA Design Institute of America
By Design Institute America
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Modern brass plate & glass etagere in the style of Design Institute of America or
Aluminum, Brass
$1,595
H 70.25 in W 40.5 in D 12.25 in
MCM Bow Shape Chrome Étagère 5 Smoked Glass Shelves Style of James David or DIA
By James David Furniture, Design Institute America
Located in Topeka, KS
in the manner of James David or DIA, this wonderful Mid-Century Modern étagère has a distinct
Chrome
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Polished Chrome Etagere After Dia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Boho Chic with American Flair: Vintage Polished Chrome Etagere Inspired by DIA. Elevate your space
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Chrome and Glass Etagere Attributed to DIA
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your decor with the Chrome Glass Etagere DIA, a Mid Century Modern masterpiece. This
Chrome
Sold
H 77 in W 54.5 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Modern Design Institute of America DIA Etagere Shelving Unite
Located in West Hartford, CT
Iconic, Mid-Century Modern four shelf large etagere by DIA (Design Institute of America). Each
Brass
Unique Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for DIA Brass & Glass Etagere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderfully designed etagere features a perfect mixture of style and display space, suited to
Brass
Milo Baughman for DIA Brass Finish Etagere
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman for DIA brass finish etagere with glass shelves. Bottom extends outward to 87".
Metal
Pair of DIA Chrome and Glass Étagères
By Design Institute America
Located in Dallas, TX
chrome and glass étagère by DIA.
Chrome
Expandable Chrome Etagere by Milo Baughman for DIA
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful polished chrome etagere or shelf by Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America. Lower
Design Institute of America 'DIA' Chrome and Glass Étagères
By Design Institute America
Located in Dallas, TX
chrome and glass étagère by DIA.
Chrome
Milo Baughman Style Brass Circle Etagere By DIA
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant double half circle brass etagere having 6 tempered glass shelves with an additional 2
Brass, Stainless Steel
Hollywood Regency DIA Chrome Geometric Étagère with Greek Key
Located in St. Louis, MO
1970s chrome geometric configuration étagère by DIA or Design Institute of America with glass
Chrome
Milo Baughman for DIA Three-Part Chrome and Glass Etagere
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America three part chrome and glass etagere. Use all pieces
Chrome
Mid-Century Brass Etagere by DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern bookcase with sliding base. Brass frame and glass shelving. (Please confirm
Glass
Mid Century Modern Etagere Cocktail Table Chrome & Glass by DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 2 part chrome and glass Etagere, room divider and cocktail table. Versatile shelf unit
Chrome
Milo Baughman Style DIA Mid Century Chrome and Smoked Glass Etagere
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style DIA mid century chrome and smoked glass Etagere This etagere measures: 51.5
Chrome
Sold
H 72 in W 48 in D 17 in
DIA Milo Baughman Style Adjustable Brass & Glass Etagere Mid Century/Art Deco
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed after American legend Milo Baughman, this etagere was manufactured by Design Institute
Brass
Milo Baughman for DIA Chrome Geometric Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Chrome geometric configuration étagère by Milo Baughman for DIA or Design Institute of America with
Chrome
Vintage Modern Brass and Glass Etagere by DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning Mid-Century Modern brass and glass etagere by DIA. Sleek design with a base piece that
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Glass Extendable Ètagerè by DIA
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
Mid-Century chrome and glass étagère by Design Institute of America, in the style of Milo Baughman
Chrome
Sold
H 79 in W 42 in D 16 in L 79 in
Pair of Milo Baughman DIA Chrome Greek Key Étagerès Shelves Glass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ètagerès. Freshly polished for there new home. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency style Measurement
Sold
H 75.25 in W 42 in D 16 in
Pair of Chrome Etageres by Milo Baughman for Design Institute America 'DIA'
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of etageres in chromed steel with glass shelves by Milo Baughman for Design Institute America
Chrome
Sold
H 80 in W 39 in D 13 in
Design Institute of America DIA Chrome and Mirror Curio Cabinet Display Étagère
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern chrome, glass, and mirror curio cabinet /bookcase by Design Institute of America
Chrome
Sold
H 79 in W 42 in D 16 in
Pair of DIA Chrome and Glass Étagères, , Greek key design, , Milo Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sleek ,elegant matching pair of glass and chrome etageres ,,,shelving ,, room divider
Chrome
Sold
H 72 in W 48 in D 18 in
Brass Milo Baughman for DIA Expandable Etagere Design Institute of America
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Stunning brass etagere by Milo Baughman for The Design Institute of America. The bottom expands
Pair of Geometric Design Institute of America Brass Etageres DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A sculptural pair of etageres or room dividers that create different geometric patterns depending
Brass
Sold
H 79 in W 42 in D 16.25 in
Superb Matching Pair, DIA Chrome Etageres with Shelves, Greek Key Bases
By Design Institute America
Located in London, GB
A Original pair of Identical Mid-Century Modern Design Institute of America tall Greek Key Chrome
Chrome
White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object Elevate your interior decor with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves De...
Oak
$7,580 / item
H 70 in W 76 in D 12 in
Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass
By Casey Lurie
Located in Chicago, IL
“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...
Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal
$17,064 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
Glass
$17,785 / item
H 86.62 in W 137.8 in D 23.63 in
Modernist Built-in Wardrobe in Handcrafted, Glossy Lacquered Wood, Germany, 2018
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Customized four-door built-in wardrobe, manufactured by GMD Berlin, exclusively presented in our Rudolf Vichr Collection. These high-quality, handmade furniture in a classic modern ...
Metal
Canadian Vintage Rosewood Wardrobe by Roger Rougier
By Milo Baughman, Roger Rougier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home a stunning example of Canadian modernism with this spellbinding rosewood wardrobe designed by Roger Rougier. A multicolored wood grain facade is uniquely offset by off-whi...
Metal, Chrome
Maison Lancel Cocktail or Coffee Table Bar
By Maison Lancel
Located in Geneva, CH
Brass and formica bar sliding coffee table in the style of Willy Rizzo Produced by Maison Lancel, ca. 1970s Good condition
Brass
$3,800 / set
H 73 in W 32 in D 16 in
Pair Decorative Brass Smoked Glass 4 Tier Shelves Vitrines Etageres Displays
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Decorative Brass Smoked Glass 4 Tier Shelves Vitrines Etageres Displays
Brass, Steel
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
$9,891Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 74.41 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Glas Italia OBLIQUO vertical shelving by Piero Lissoni
By Glas Italia, Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Series of open storage units in 4+6 mm laminated glass, with shiny polished ground edge and heat-sealed at 45°. The external surface has a special mirrored chrome finish, while the...
Glass, Wood, Mirror
$1,418Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.45 in W 29.14 in D 13 in
Hollywood Regency Italian Chrome and Brass Etagere by Renato Zevi, 1970s
By Renato Zevi
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Hollywood Regency etagere or display piece. Design by Renato Zevi. Striking Italian design from the 1970s. Original chrome and brass frame with five glass shelves. This ...
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Wrought Iron Vanity
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural hand hammered and forged Art Deco Desk/Vanity/Console in the style of Edgar Brandt circa 1930s. Mixed materials.
Aluminum, Copper, Wrought Iron
$2,200
H 24.81 in W 28.75 in D 7.88 in
Small Art Deco Bookcase or Shelf done in walnut veneer with French finish
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous little Art Deco shelf or a small bookcase. It features beautiful walnut veneer in dark colour, which is enhanced by French finish. Made in Au...
Walnut
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
On Hold|$829
H 19.69 in Dm 21.26 in
Bauhaus Functionalist Ufo Pendant Lamp by Josef Hurka for Napako, 1930s
By Napako
Located in Żory, PL
– Bauhaus UFO pendant lamp designed by Josef Hurka for Napako – Produced in the 1930s – Made of chromed metal and glass, features four bakelite lampholders – In a original vintage co...
Steel, Chrome
Vintage hand shaped coffee table, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Sculptural bronzed plaster coffee table with a hand shaped base and a clear beveled glass top. Very good condition 1980s - Italy Good condition Dimensions Height: 40cm Width: 130...
Glass, Plaster
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
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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.
From valuable historical memorabilia to rare architectural models to priceless family photos, there’s no shortage of collectibles and curiosities worthy of adorning your home. Why not take the time to find the ideal antique, new or vintage shelves for your treasured trinkets?
For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.
Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.
Elegant shelving is a must for a happy home office or library, but a sharp shelving system can freshen up virtually any room in your home. Proudly display your vintage dinner plates and other tableware with open shelving in the kitchen or tuck away linens in big baskets on shelves in your bathroom if you’re navigating life without a proper linen closet.
On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.