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1960's Lavorazione A Mano, Italy emerald green glass vase
1960's Lavorazione A Mano, Italy emerald green glass vase

1960's Lavorazione A Mano, Italy emerald green glass vase

By Lavoraz A. Mano

Located in Bern, CH

, Italy. Beautiful example of Italian mid century glassware. In prime condition with no chips or cracks.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Double-Shot Whiskey Glasses by Anchor Hocking, Set of 17
Mid-Century Double-Shot Whiskey Glasses by Anchor Hocking, Set of 17

Mid-Century Double-Shot Whiskey Glasses by Anchor Hocking, Set of 17

By Anchor Hocking

Located in Littleton, CO

A striking example of Mid-Century glassware design, this set of 17 double shot glasses by Anchor

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Enamel, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Greek Key 22K Gold Cocktail Mixer and Set of 6 Rocks Glasses
Mid-Century Modern Greek Key 22K Gold Cocktail Mixer and Set of 6 Rocks Glasses

Mid-Century Modern Greek Key 22K Gold Cocktail Mixer and Set of 6 Rocks Glasses

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Saint Louis, MO

served in these golden greek key glasses. The cocktail mixer is tall and sets the tone. As mid century

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold Plate

Green Leaf Organic Pattern Drinking Glasses Barware Tumblers Set of 26
Green Leaf Organic Pattern Drinking Glasses Barware Tumblers Set of 26

Green Leaf Organic Pattern Drinking Glasses Barware Tumblers Set of 26

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

1970s 1980s Mid century glassware barware like new. Wonderfully happy luxury drinking glasses very

Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Drop Leaf Bar Cart Model 4487, circa 1950
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Drop Leaf Bar Cart Model 4487, circa 1950

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany Drop Leaf Bar Cart Model 4487, circa 1950

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Saint Louis, MO

turning and for inspiration, we styled our bar cart with vintage midcentury glassware, a Feldman lighting

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

1960s 22k Gold Shoji Sake Bottle & Glasses Set by Imperial Glass Co.
1960s 22k Gold Shoji Sake Bottle & Glasses Set by Imperial Glass Co.

1960s 22k Gold Shoji Sake Bottle & Glasses Set by Imperial Glass Co.

Located in Saint Louis, MO

. This is the most highly regarded and sought after Mid Century glassware line by any manufacturer, bar

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold

Gold Cocktail Mixer Decanter & Cocktail Rocks Glasses by Culver Ltd, 1960s
Gold Cocktail Mixer Decanter & Cocktail Rocks Glasses by Culver Ltd, 1960s

Gold Cocktail Mixer Decanter & Cocktail Rocks Glasses by Culver Ltd, 1960s

By Culver Ltd.

Located in New York, NY

company produced over 75 glassware patterns and is best known for its mid-century designs. Most of its

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold, Foil

Ice Bucket Culver Ltd., circa 1960s
Ice Bucket Culver Ltd., circa 1960s

Ice Bucket Culver Ltd., circa 1960s

By Culver Ltd.

Located in New York, NY

produced over 75 glassware patterns and is best known for its mid-century designs. Most of its glassware

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Gold, Foil

Dorothy Thorpe Style Mid-Century Silver Fade Barware Shot Glasses
Dorothy Thorpe Style Mid-Century Silver Fade Barware Shot Glasses

Dorothy Thorpe Style Mid-Century Silver Fade Barware Shot Glasses

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

.  Dorothy Thorpe glassware was a chic staple of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Gold Paisley Highball Cocktail Glasses by Culver, Set of 4
Gold Paisley Highball Cocktail Glasses by Culver, Set of 4

Gold Paisley Highball Cocktail Glasses by Culver, Set of 4

By Culver Ltd.

Located in New York, NY

best known for its mid-century designs. Most of its glassware patterns feature a 22k gold foil overlay

Category

Mid-20th Century American Moorish Barware

Materials

Gold, Foil

4 Person Tea Set 13pcs Design Heinrich Loffelhardt for Jenaer Glass
4 Person Tea Set 13pcs Design Heinrich Loffelhardt for Jenaer Glass

4 Person Tea Set 13pcs Design Heinrich Loffelhardt for Jenaer Glass

By Heinrich Loffelhardt, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Jena Glassworks

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

significant contributions to the field of modern glassware, especially during the mid-20th century. His

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Glass

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Fade Cocktail Barware Glasses and Ice Bucket
Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Fade Cocktail Barware Glasses and Ice Bucket

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Fade Cocktail Barware Glasses and Ice Bucket

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

glassware was a chic staple of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive Roly Poly silver

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Cocktail Barware Glasses and Pitcher
Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Cocktail Barware Glasses and Pitcher

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Cocktail Barware Glasses and Pitcher

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Thorpe glassware was a chic staple of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive Roly

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Silver Leaf

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Band Roly Poly Glasses and Cocktail Punch Bowl
Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Band Roly Poly Glasses and Cocktail Punch Bowl

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Band Roly Poly Glasses and Cocktail Punch Bowl

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

band around top edge of each piece. Set includes 11 roly poly glasses and punch bowl 1960s Mid-Century

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Culver Ltd Highball Cocktail Glasses with 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s
Culver Ltd Highball Cocktail Glasses with 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s

Culver Ltd Highball Cocktail Glasses with 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

. Amazing addition to an owl collection or mid-century styled bar. Culver ltd highball glassware, Mid

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modernist Sevres Primavera Pattern Cut Crystal Glassware Set
Mid-Century Modernist Sevres Primavera Pattern Cut Crystal Glassware Set

Mid-Century Modernist Sevres Primavera Pattern Cut Crystal Glassware Set

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your glassware collection with this stunning Mid-Century Modernist Sevres Primavera Pattern

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Glass Centerpiece by Arte Murano Silvestri, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Glass Centerpiece by Arte Murano Silvestri, Italy, Mid-20th Century

Glass Centerpiece by Arte Murano Silvestri, Italy, Mid-20th Century

By Silvestri Glassware Glass Fusion

Located in Roma, IT

Glass centerpiece is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century. A vintage

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century
Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century

Baccarat. Louis XVI style 43-piece glassware, France, mid-19th century

By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

43-piece French glassware set from Baccarat, 19th century. According to references from the 1916

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Culver Ltd Highball Barware Glasses 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s Signed
Culver Ltd Highball Barware Glasses 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s Signed

Culver Ltd Highball Barware Glasses 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s Signed

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

highball glassware, Mid Century barware in good condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Set Glassware Barware of Mid-Century by Bohemia Crystal, 1960's
Set Glassware Barware of Mid-Century by Bohemia Crystal, 1960's

Set Glassware Barware of Mid-Century by Bohemia Crystal, 1960's

By Bohemia Crystal

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of crystal glass Re-polished Good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Mid Century Modern Cera Glassware "Golden Dragon" Rocks Glasses
Set of 6 Mid Century Modern Cera Glassware "Golden Dragon" Rocks Glasses

Set of 6 Mid Century Modern Cera Glassware "Golden Dragon" Rocks Glasses

Located in Nantucket, MA

Set of six vintage rocks glasses with 22k gold over orange enamel dragons in pursuit of the pearl of wisdom on a ground of white frosted stylized clouds in a fan pattern between band...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

18th Century Liquor / Liqueur Chest with Glassware
18th Century Liquor / Liqueur Chest with Glassware

18th Century Liquor / Liqueur Chest with Glassware

Located in Madrid, ES

This exquisite liquor chest, accompanied by 18th-century glassware, epitomizes the opulence and

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Dry Bars

Materials

Art Glass

Six Mid-Century Libbey Glassware Rocks Glasses in the Peacock Feather Pattern
Six Mid-Century Libbey Glassware Rocks Glasses in the Peacock Feather Pattern

Six Mid-Century Libbey Glassware Rocks Glasses in the Peacock Feather Pattern

By Libbey Glass Co.

Located in Nantucket, MA

Six Libbey glass rocks glasses with gilded rims and of cylindrical form with raised translucent blue enamel swirls in a ground of raised translucent green enamel creating an abstract...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Cera Glassware Frogs and Ferns Rocks Glasses
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Cera Glassware Frogs and Ferns Rocks Glasses

Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Cera Glassware Frogs and Ferns Rocks Glasses

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Set of four rocks glasses by Cera Glassware with frogs sitting on rocks among ferns and cattails.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Dorothy Thorpe Style Midcentury Silver Fade Cocktail Glasses Barware Set of 8
Dorothy Thorpe Style Midcentury Silver Fade Cocktail Glasses Barware Set of 8

Dorothy Thorpe Style Midcentury Silver Fade Cocktail Glasses Barware Set of 8

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive Roly Poly silver-banded tumblers

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Morgantown Amethyst Crinkle Glassware Set
Morgantown Amethyst Crinkle Glassware Set

Morgantown Amethyst Crinkle Glassware Set

By Morgantown Glass Company

Located in Bradenton, FL

A three piece glassware set made by Morgantown of West Virginia. The set consists of a Tijuana

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Set of 6 Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Antigua 1950s
Set of 6 Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Antigua 1950s

Set of 6 Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Antigua 1950s

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

favorite among collectors of vintage and mid-century glassware. Collectors often seek out specific patterns

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Art Glass

1950 Set of 8 Vintage Culver Ltd Antigua Highball Glasses 22 K Gold in Cart
1950 Set of 8 Vintage Culver Ltd Antigua Highball Glasses 22 K Gold in Cart

1950 Set of 8 Vintage Culver Ltd Antigua Highball Glasses 22 K Gold in Cart

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

glassware has become a favorite among clectors of vintage and mid-century glassware. Clectors often seek out

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Art Glass

1950 Set of 8 Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Antigua
1950 Set of 8 Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Antigua

1950 Set of 8 Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Glasses with 22-Karat Gold Antigua

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

attractive designs, Cver glassware has become a favorite among clectors of vintage and mid-century glassware

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Four Tumbler Glassware
Set of Four Tumbler Glassware

Set of Four Tumbler Glassware

$112Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Four Tumbler Glassware

By Libbey Glass Co.

Located in Toronto, ON

Set of four bar tumbler glasses attributed to Libbey Glassware Co. Marked on bottom of glasses. Its

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service
English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

By Webb and Corbett

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century English etched floral design with swirl green holding stem crystal barware

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service
English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

English Webb, Corbett Crystal Glassware Service

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century English etched floral design with swirl green holding stem crystal barware

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal

Culver Ltd 1960s Appetizer Bowls 22K Gold Leaf Set of 4
Culver Ltd 1960s Appetizer Bowls 22K Gold Leaf Set of 4

Culver Ltd 1960s Appetizer Bowls 22K Gold Leaf Set of 4

By Georges Briard, Fred Press, Culver Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

collectors of vintage and mid-century glassware. Collectors often seek out specific patterns and pieces to

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Josef Inwald Glass Marine Life Vases for Barolac, 1960s
Pair of Josef Inwald Glass Marine Life Vases for Barolac, 1960s

Pair of Josef Inwald Glass Marine Life Vases for Barolac, 1960s

By Josef Inwald, Barolac

Located in BARCELONA, ES

the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic innovation that defined mid-century glassware. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Swirled Resin Glassware - as Is
Vintage Swirled Resin Glassware - as Is

Vintage Swirled Resin Glassware - as Is

Located in Seattle, WA

Believed to be resin or glass, neither confirmed. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only Dimensions. 3”W ; 3”D ; 8.5”H

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Vase
Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Vase

Antique 19th Century Bohemian White and Gold Overlay Glassware Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Made by the Bohemian Art Glass manufacturers of the 19th Century, transparent glass with white

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Bohemian Vases

Materials

Gold

Blue Murano Glassware, 1970s, Set of 8
Blue Murano Glassware, 1970s, Set of 8

Blue Murano Glassware, 1970s, Set of 8

By Carlo Moretti

Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE

those who appreciate fine glassware, Italian craftsmanship, and mid-century design. Whether displayed as

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

A Josef Inwald Glass Marine Life Vase for Barolac, 1960s
A Josef Inwald Glass Marine Life Vase for Barolac, 1960s

A Josef Inwald Glass Marine Life Vase for Barolac, 1960s

By Josef Inwald, Barolac

Located in BARCELONA, ES

the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic innovation that defined mid-century glassware. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Bohemian crystal style glassware set, contemporary work
Bohemian crystal style glassware set, contemporary work

Bohemian crystal style glassware set, contemporary work

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Set of bohemian crystal style glasses, colored, consisting of champagne glasses, wine glasses and digestive glasses. Contemporary French work. Dimensions: Champagne glasses: H 21....

Category

Mid-20th Century European Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage MCM Libbey Frosted Golden Foliage Pattern 31 Piece Glassware Set & Bowl
Vintage MCM Libbey Frosted Golden Foliage Pattern 31 Piece Glassware Set & Bowl

Vintage MCM Libbey Frosted Golden Foliage Pattern 31 Piece Glassware Set & Bowl

By Libbey Glass Co.

Located in Topeka, KS

Incredible vintage MCM or Mid-Century Modern to Hollywood Regency style Libby Glass “Frosted Golden

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses, Regimental Drum
8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses, Regimental Drum

8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses, Regimental Drum

Located in Nantucket, MA

Mid-Century Modern highball glasses decorated as parade drums in teal and red enamel with 22 karat

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of Dorothy Thorpe Glassware With Pitcher and Glass
Set of Dorothy Thorpe Glassware With Pitcher and Glass

Set of Dorothy Thorpe Glassware With Pitcher and Glass

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Toronto, ON

on glass are present. Dorothy Thorpe was an Mid Century American designer who worked on glassware

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Midcentury 22-Karat Gold and Green Tall Cocktail Glassware by Culver, Set of 5
Midcentury 22-Karat Gold and Green Tall Cocktail Glassware by Culver, Set of 5

Midcentury 22-Karat Gold and Green Tall Cocktail Glassware by Culver, Set of 5

By Culver Ltd.

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

. Culver Ltd is a highly collectible brand of glassware made in the mid-20th century. Sold in high end

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Gold

Set of 8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses, Regimental Drum
Set of 8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses, Regimental Drum

Set of 8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses, Regimental Drum

By Cera

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Set of 8 Vintage Cera Glassware Highball Glasses in the Regimental Drum pattern. Mid-Century Modern

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 4 Vintage Cera Glassware "Lemon" Rocks Glasses
Set of 4 Vintage Cera Glassware "Lemon" Rocks Glasses

Set of 4 Vintage Cera Glassware "Lemon" Rocks Glasses

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Four vintage rocks glassed by Cera Glass with lemons, leaves and blossoms in yellow, green and white on clear glass.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

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Mid Century Glassware For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of mid century glassware on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and crystal, every piece of mid century glassware was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of mid century glassware — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each choice in our collection of mid century glassware bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of mid century glassware has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Dorothy Thorpe, Culver Ltd. and Libbey Glass Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Glassware?

A piece of mid century glassware can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $450, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $3,995.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Mid Century Glassware
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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, 2021
    Mid 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 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.