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Mid Century Door Knocker “Peace To All Who Enter Here”, Israel
By Terra Santa Guild
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very rare and unique midcentury door knocker, "peace to all who enter here", in Spanish. Made by
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Vintage 1960s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Door Handle of Hammered Brass and Copper, Italy
Located in London, GB
Italian midcentury door handle of hammered brass and copper.
Handcrafted piece with a hammered
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Copper, Brass
Hexagonal Midcentury Door Handle of Hammered Brass and Copper, Italy
Located in London, GB
Italian mid-century door handle of hammered brass and blackened copper, in long asymmetrical
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Copper, Brass
Pair of Midcentury Door Handles of Hammered Brass and Blackened Copper, Italy
Located in London, GB
Pair of Italian midcentury door handles of hammered brass and blackened copper.
Handcrafted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Copper, Brass
H 8.67 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in
Set of Mid-Century Reclaimed Glazed Internal Doors
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
doors. Channelling a mid-century look, they are striking double doors for a modern interior, making a
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Italian Mid-18th Century Entry Door
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very handsome mid-18th century entry door from Northern Italy. Wonderfully constructed from solid
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Doors and Gates
Materials
Chestnut
Pair of Brutalist Bronze Mid Century Modern Entry Doors
By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Bronze Entry Doors... A Mid-Century Jewel and great statement piece for the front of any
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze
Mid 19th Century Iron Hand Door Knocker
Located in Charlottesville, VA
French iron hand door knocker. Made in the mid 19th century.. These door knockers grace the doors
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Iron
Reclaimed Mid-18th Century English Internal Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Georgian period panelled interior door in original, untouched condition.
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Doors and Gates
Materials
Pine, Paint
Mid-19th Century Maple Door from Spain
Located in Dallas, TX
This maple door origins from Spain, circa 1850.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Doors and Gates
Materials
Maple
Mid-19th Century Maple Door from Spain
Located in Dallas, TX
This maple door origins from Spain, circa 1850.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Doors and Gates
Materials
Maple
Mid-19th Century Oak Door from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This oak door origins from France, circa 1850.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Brutalist Door Handle, Geco Metall
Located in Schagen, NL
Stunning Brutalist metal door handle with geometric features. Remains in wonderful condition with
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Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal
Circular Push-Pull Door Handle in Brass, Mid-20th Century, France
Located in London, GB
Circular push-pull door handle in brass, with hammered texture. Mid-20th century. Found in France
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid-20th Century Carved Doors from Borneo on Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of hand carved wooden doors from Borneo on custom iron bases, mid-20th century. This vintage
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Doors and Gates
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Door Pull Aluminum & Lucite
Located in New York, NY
1960s Mid-Century Modern door pull made from aluminum and featuring a unique abstract black, white
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Aluminum
Circular Push-and-Pull Door Handle in Brass, Mid-20th Century, England
Located in London, GB
Circular push-and-pull door handle in brass, mid-20th century, England.
A simple handle, made up
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal, Bronze
A Pair of Tall Doors from Mid-19th Century, France
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of tall French doors from the mid-19th century. These French doors have a marvelous patina
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Antique 19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Copper and Bronze Door Panel
By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted repousse copper door with cast bronze handle and details with cast glass ornaments
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass, Copper
Long Push or Pull Door Handle in Solid Bronze, European, Mid-20th Century
Located in London, GB
A single long door handle of solid bronze with beautiful aged patina. European, mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze
H 19.3 in W 4.14 in D 3.55 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Door Handle, Circa 1940
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This Mid-Century Modern door handle, crafted from solid brass, exemplifies the design aesthetics of
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Circular Push-Pull Door Handles in Brass, Mid-20th Century, France
Located in London, GB
Circular push-pull door handles in brass, with hammered texture. Mid-20th century. Found in France
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Heroic Sunburst Double Doors, Bronze, McCarrol & Gillespie, 1971
By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the nostalgia of mid-century glam with these show-stopping Heroic Sunburst double doors
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Spanish 18th Century Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous pair of 18th century doors from the Catalan region of Spain. Terrific painted finish and
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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Hollywood Regency Grand Turquoise Door w/ Custom Handles
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original custom-made Mid-century era Hollywood Regency Grand Turquoise oak door, featuring an
Category
Vintage 1950s American Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Heavy and Large Brutalist Copper Sunburst Door and Oversized Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible Brutalist copper entrance door with beautifully textured sunburst design and oversized
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal, Copper
H 83 in W 36 in D 2.5 in
Set of Six Elegant Mid-Century Modern Brass Door Handles, 1950s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Set of six minimalistic and elegant Mid-Century Modern door handles. Designed and manufactured
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
H 0.87 in W 4.73 in D 5.52 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Solid Mahogany Panel Doors - a Set of 14
Located in west palm beach, FL
Step into history with this exquisite range of solid mahogany doors acquired from the prestigious
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 17th Century Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 17th century English oak plank door, salvaged from Wingfield castle. Suitable for
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Antique Mid-17th Century English Country Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Oak
Mid Century Bronze Door Knocker "Peace To All Who Enter Here", 1960's
By Terra Santa Guild
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Mid Century bronze door knocker "peace to all who enter here" by Terra Santa Guild, Israel, 1969
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Vintage 1960s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze
3 Mid Century Modern Architectural Abstract Stained Glass Paneled Doors C1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
a separate listing) steel doors with individual and different stained glass panels, which are 23.5 x
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Lead, Aluminum
H 84 in W 30.5 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Paolo De Poli Red Enameled Copper Italian Door Handle, circa 1960
By Gio Ponti, Paolo De Poli
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Mid-Century Modern iconic Italian door handle by the enameller and painter Paolo De Poli (1905–1996
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Copper
H 9.85 in W 4.34 in D 1.58 in
2 Reclaimed Mid C. Oak Mission Craftsman Beveled Glass French Swing Double Doors
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Mid Century French Saloon Swinging / Pivot Double Doors. Feature an oak frame with Prairie
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Mid-20th Century American Craftsman Doors and Gates
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 88 in W 64.5 in D 2 in
Antique 17th century English Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 17th century oak plank door, salvaged from Wingfield castle. Suitable for interior use
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Antique Mid-17th Century English Country Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Enamelled Door or Drawer Handles Italy 1940/50s set of 6
Located in Palermo, IT
Rare set of 6 handles or knobs in glazed ceramic with decorative motifs. Italian production from the 40s/50s. Wonderful to adapt on your chest of drawers or furniture giving that pa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Ceramic
H 2.37 in W 3.39 in D 3.35 in
17th Century English Oak Plank Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
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Instilled with aged character, this reclaimed door tells the story of 17th century craftsmanship. It
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Antique Mid-17th Century English Country Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Oak
Reclaimed 18th Century Style Plank Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality period style plank door with decorative moldings applied to the front.
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Mid-20th Century Doors and Gates
Materials
Wrought Iron
Reclaimed 18th Century Style Plank Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality period style plank door with decorative moldings applied to the front.
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Mid-20th Century English Jacobean Doors and Gates
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of 18th Century Antiques Double Wood Doors Lacquered Light Blue '4 Doors'
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Pair of 18th century antique double doors lacquered light blue, back-painted as front, come Naples
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood
H 87.8 in W 44.1 in D 1.58 in
Beautiful Pair of 19th Century French Doors
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Beautiful pair of 19th century French doors.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood
19th Century Grain Painted Paneled Wood Door
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous grain painted door from the mid-19th century. Painted to resemble tiger oak with its
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Antique Mid-19th Century American American Classical Doors and Gates
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
Bronze Door Handle and Bell Push with Brutalist Design 20th Century, European
Located in London, GB
matching bell push, mid-late 20th century, European.
This is a heavy handle, made of cast bronze, in very
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 6.82 in W 4.34 in D 2.6 in
Antique Rustic Poplar Door, 19th Century, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique rustic door in poplar, color of the poplar light wood tending to orange, beautiful
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Doors and Gates
Materials
Poplar
19th Century Grain Painted Paneled Wood Door
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous grain painted solid wood paneled door.
Painted in the Trompe loi style to imitate
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Antique Mid-19th Century American American Classical Doors and Gates
Materials
Hardwood
Magnificent Pair of 19th Century French Doors
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Magnificent pair of 19th century French doors.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze
Set of 3 Reclaimed 19th Century French Doors
Located in Mckinney, TX
century.
Both sides of the doors have been stripped of the original white paint to reveal their natural
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Oak, Poplar
brass Harvest Basket door stop
Located in London, GB
A 19th century brass harvest basket door porter.
The handle formed of intertwined wheat and the
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
18th Century Louis XV Style Doors
Located in Carmel, CA
between Louis XV and XVI furniture styles. The doors are of pegged construction. The mid door support, as
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Antique 1790s French Louis XV Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood
An 18th Century English Eight Panel Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A lovely antique door, salvaged from a country house in Kent. This door is of oak construction
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century French Antique Interior Door for Glazing
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
You can imagine this unglazed French antique interior door circa 1850 at the entrance to a
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Pine, Paint
Victorian Mahogany Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Victorian Mahogany door with glass. A four panel door with glazing to the top.We have a number of
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Antique Mid-19th Century Doors and Gates
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century Three French Restored Brass Door Classic Handles
Located in Sofia, BG
Three French brass door Classic handles adapted to actual standards of use. The restoration is
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
19th Century Three French Restored Brass Door Bathroom Handles
Located in Sofia, BG
Three French brass door bathroom handles adapted to actual standards of use.
The restoration is
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Antique Walnut Inlays Internal Door with Frame, 18th Century, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
is well suited to many types of homes. built in the mid of 18th century.
Maximum size with frame cm
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Doors and Gates
Materials
Walnut
1930s Oak Exterior Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Reclaimed 1930’s Oak Exterior Door. An early 20th century solid oak door. With minimal but
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Mid-20th Century Doors and Gates
Materials
Oak
Two Pair 19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Interior Doors
Located in Dallas, TX
Two pair 19th century French Louis XVI painted interior doors are a remarkable find, indeed! The
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Doors and Gates
Materials
Pine
Victorian Mahogany Internal Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A handsome 19th century Victorian six panel mahogany internal door dating to circa 1850. Suitable
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Reclaimed Pine Internal Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique pine internal door. A wonderfully stripped, Pine internal door in the Georgian style.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Doors and Gates
Materials
Pine, Wood
Reclaimed Pine Internal Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Reclaimed pine internal door. A wonderfully stripped, Pine internal door in the Georgian style.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Doors and Gates
Materials
Wood, Pine
Continental Austrian Brass Door Knockers
Located in New York, NY
2 Continental Austrian style (20th Century) brass door knockers with double headed eagle design
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20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
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Find many varieties of an authentic mid century door available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every mid century door was constructed with great care. Find 2632 options for an antique or vintage mid century door now, or shop our selection of 67 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century door — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each mid century door bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Louis XV hallmarks is very popular. Paul McCobb, Glenn of California and Florence Knoll each produced at least one beautiful mid century door that is worth considering.
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A mid century door can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,439, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $180,000.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
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Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.