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Mid Century Iconic Console Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
With lacquer frame with bronze strap bound tiers, parquetry inlaid and lacquer inlaid top and lower tier, with brass details. Dimensions: 48" W x 15.5" D x 33" H
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Iconic Console Table
Mid Century Iconic Console Table
H 33 in W 48 in D 15.5 in
Vintage Mid Century Iconic Mart Stam S34 Cantilever Armchair, 1980s Italy
By Mart Stam
Located in Zagreb, HR
piece of design and a Mid-century icon. Unknown Italian production of the late 1980s. Overall in good
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Iconic Console Table by Jean-Michel Wilmotte
By Jean-Michel Wilmotte
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless console table designed in the early 1980s by Jean-Michel Wilmotte. In his pursuit of excellence, Jean-Michel is guided by a keen sense of elegance, proportion and refineme...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Granite, Metal

Midcentury Iconic Design Watering Can, Klaus Kunis, Germany, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - space age era.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Plastic

Pair Harvey Probber Mid Century Asian Modernist Walnut and Upholstered Stools
By Harvey Probber
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Mid-Century iconic Architectural Design Asian Modernist Stools with Button Detailing by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Joe Colombo Iconic Boby Trolley Cart 1970 Bieffeplast Italy
By Bieffeplast, Joe Colombo
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Iconic Joe Colombo Boby Trolley cart designed by in black color designed by Joe Colombo
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Plastic

French Brass and Chrome Coffee Table by Maison Charles
By Maison Charles
Located in Austin, TX
Coffee table, French, made of chromed steel and brass crafted by mid-century iconic Parisian firm
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Steel, Chrome

Little Mid-Century Rohe Noordwolde Bamboo Hoop Chair
By Rohe Noordwolde, Dirk Van Sliedregt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century icon Dirk van Sliedregt, renowned for his work that combined rattan and bamboo with
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Single Milo Baughman, Thayer Coogin Swivel Club Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Iconic swiveling club chair newly upholstered in boucle/chenille ivory/tan upholstery
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Table Lamp by Eileen Gray for Jumo, Midcentury
By Maison Jumo, Eileen Gray
Located in Vienna, AT
Grey table lamp by Eileen Gray for Jumo, midcentury Iconic lamp made from grey lacquered and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Teak "Frisco" Coffee Table by Folke Olsson
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
raised sides. Sturdy architectural construction. A Mid-Century icon!
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20th Century Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Cape Cod Firelighter Irving Harper George Nelson Fire Starter Cast Iron Tool McM
By George Nelson, Howard Miller, Irving Harper
Located in Hyattsville, MD
famous Industrial Design midcentury icon; the Cape Cod firelighter, Model H611, designed by Irving Harper
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair of "Playboy" Armchairs, Model C140, by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dorchester, MA
Magazine photoshoot of the furniture designer among other mid-century icons. The pair of chairs feature
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Walnut

Illum Wikkelso Sofa Model Ml-90 Mikael Laursen and Son, Denmark, 1960
Located in London, GB
worthy of its designation as a mid-century icon, this sofa has a sleek design and appears to float due to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Settees

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Lane "Rhythm" Square Cocktail Table
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American mid-century icon. Made with real wood by real craftsmen in Altavista, Virginia, USA this table
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Walnut

1990s Curtis Jere "Birds in Flight" Signed Metal Sculpture
Located in Seattle, WA
Welded metal sculpture of three birds in flight by 1970s mid-century iconic metalwork artist
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Metal

Scandinavian Midcentury Carl Malmsten Boucle "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This mid century icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Bleached Mahogany Desk by Paul McCobb, Connoisseur Collection, C. 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Westport, CT
restored by Stamford Modern. Crafted in the 1950s, this mid-century icon boasts minimalistic lines, sleek
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century, green stained 'Asserbo' dining table by Børge Mogensen
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century green stained 'Asserbo' dining table designed by Danish Mid-Century icon Børge Mogensen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Pine

Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company
By GoodForm, General Fireproofing Company
Located in New York, NY
both tilts and reclines tom add to the ergonomic design of this midcentury iconic. Signed and dated
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Hand-Knotted Vintage Deco Rug in Green, Brown Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Collection celebrating the works of mid-century icon Zeki Müren. Bearing the line’s signature mid-century and
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Vintage 1960s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Original & Genuine Eero Saarinen For Knoll ‘Womb’ Lounge Chair Mid Century
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Cambridge, GB
become a mid century icon. The purpose of the Womb chair was to deliver the best resting positions
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

MCM Milo Baughman Chrome Flat Bar Floating Cube Lounges, Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Chrome Flat Bar Floating Cube Lounges Fully Restored & Custom
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Zeki Müren Rug in Indigo with Red and Beige Pattern, by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
note we believe this to be among the rare, celebrated works of mid-century icon Zeki Müren. This piece
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Vintage 1960s Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modernist Channel-back Club Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
effortless sitting position changes. An iconic design for any decor by an American Mid-Century icon. Expert
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Vintage Zeki Müren runner in Red with Blue Geometric Pattern, by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
rare, celebrated works of mid-century icon Zeki Müren. This distressed piece enjoys a rippling
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Vintage 1960s Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Dux Galaxy set of 2 Space Age armchairs by Alf Svensson & Yngvar Sandström
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
-century icons, often together with his partner Yngvar Sandström for Fritz Hansen and Dux, among others
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Space Age Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Acrylic

1960s Sergio Mazza 'Delta' Pendant for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Glendale, CA
glass. An incredibly warm and refined design from one of Italy's most illustrious midcentury icons
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass, Nickel

Wilde & Spieth Four Chairs Model Se 68 by Egon Eiermann in Yellow Fabric
By Wilde + Spieth, Egon Eiermann
Located in Köln, NRW
silhouette and continues to claim its status as a Mid-Century icon. Frame chrome-plated tubular steel
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Mid-20th Century German Chairs

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Steel

Rare Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern "Twilight Zone" Lamp MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
iconic "Bewitched" television show. This mid century icon will ship in two boxes for safe transport. An
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Enamel

Vintage Zeki Müren Rug in Beige with Red Floral Medallion Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
rare, celebrated works of mid-century icon Zeki Müren. This distressed piece enjoys Aubusson-inspired
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Vintage 1960s Turkish Aubusson Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960s Sergio Mazza Nickeled Brass 'Delta' Pendant for Artemide
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Glendale, CA
glass. An incredibly warm and refined design from one of Italy's most illustrious midcentury icons
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel, Metal, Brass

Vintage Executive Task Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll
By Knoll, Vincent Cafiero
Located in Wilton, CT
, perfect for the most thorough collector of Mid-Century icons.
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

Materials

Steel

1960s Sergio Mazza Brass 'Delta' Pendant for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Glendale, CA
glass. An incredibly warm and refined design from one of Italy's most illustrious midcentury icons
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Dark Brown Aluminium Bed (frame) with Cane Headboard from Anodised Wicker Coll.
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
essence of mid-century iconic cane designs while infusing a touch of modern sophistication. With sleek
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2010s British Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Aluminum

Eames 670 Lounge Chair & 671 Ottoman in Beata Heuman Linen Cotton
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
the juxtaposition of this mid-century icon and the more traditional toile. The set is from the early
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Iconic Mid Century Curved and Tufted Vitrine
Located in Riverdale, NY
Iconic Mid Century Curved Vitrine Showcase with tufted Naugahyde base circa 1940-1950 of American
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Glass, Wood

Russian Icon depicting Mother of God 'Tikhvinskaia', Mid-19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
This beautiful orthodox icon from the mid-19th century in Russia depicts the Mother of God
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Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Religious Items

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Wood

Glamorous Redhead Iconic Mid-Century Illustration
By Al Parker
Located in Miami, FL
Glamorous Redhead is a poster-like iconic image that sums up an era in American visual history
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1950s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gouache

Mid-Century Authentic Knoll Warren Platner Wire Glass Coffee Table
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Baltimore, MD
A mid-century iconic, stunning, authentic original, vintage Platner circular wire glass coffee
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Iconic Mid Century Cherner Plycraft Bent Ply Chair
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century bent plywood chair designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft with original
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood

Elegant Black and Brass Adjustable Three-Arm Triennale Style Chandelier
By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
iconic three-arm chandelier. Made by a lab specialized in midcentury restoration. Owner is a collector
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

Russian Icon 'Our Lady of Kazan' with Selected Saints, Mid-19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with a beautiful orthodox icon from the mid-19th century in Russia. Our Lady of
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Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Religious Items

Materials

Wood

1970s Iconic Mid-Century Modern Cascading Chandelier by Stilux
By Stilux
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic brass, pink plexiglass and glass cascading chandelier designed and manufactured in Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Patinated brass and Ivory, Adjustable Three-Arm 'Triennale' Style Chandelier
By Arteluce, Stilnovo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
A wonderful interpretation of the Mid-Century iconic three-arm chandelier. Made by a lab
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Iconic Polish Mid-Century Armchair 366 by Józef Chierowski 1960's
By Jozef Chierowski
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Iconic Polish Mid-Century Armchair 366 by Józef Chierowski 1960's. Completely restored.
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Iconic Large Emmanuelle Wicker Rattan Midcentury Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Modern large Emmanuelle armchair rattan, circa 1960 Traditionally manufactured in
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Iconic Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa on Walnut Base
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wichita, KS
This Iconic and incredible low-profile Mid-Century Modern platform sofa is designed by Adrian
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

An Iconic Pier Luigi Colli Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Coffee Table
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
-after piece of furniture from the Mid-Century Modern era. Designed by the renowned Italian designer Pier
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

An Iconic 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wood Mirror by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
environment. An iconic 1970s mid-century modern wood mirror by Gianfranco Frattini is a statement piece that
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Mid-Century "Lia" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues: Brazilian Hardwood Iconic Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Lia" armchair, created by the Brazilian architect and designer Sérgio Rodrigues in 1962, is an extraordinary piece of furniture that showcases the designer's ingenuity and creat...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peoria, AZ
This Spectacular Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack is a Rockstar in Mid Century Collector
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Vintage 1950s Montenegrin Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Rosewood

Vittorio Dassi Iconic Design Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful table designed by the famous Italian Mid-Century Modern designer Vittorio Dassi, 1950
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Iconic Late Mid Century Modern California Design Hodges Side End Table
By Lou Hodges
Located in West Hartford, CT
materials, contemporary furniture reflects the twenty-first century. These late mid century end table are
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Smoked Glass, Oak

Iconic Mid-20th Century 18K Yellow Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This scintillating 1960's flower cocktail brooch is unmistakably Mid-20th Century chic! With lots
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970 Mid-Century Modern Geometric Textured Iconic Sculptural Plaster Lamp Sirmos
By Sirmos
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Sirmos attributed tall floor lamp in geometric textured rectangle Plaster Core
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Iconic Mid Century Modern Gregory Van Pelt Cardboard Table Lamp. Designer Decor
By Gregory Van Pelt
Located in Peoria, AZ
MINTY & RARE! MID CENTURY MODERN GREGORY VAN PELT CORRUGATED BOARD TABLE LAMP! AN EXQUISITE
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paper

Thunderbird - large scale photograph of iconic mid century neon signage
By Frank Schott
Located in San Francisco, CA
Thunderbird by Frank Schott large format photograph of iconic mid century motel neon sign 48 x 60
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Color Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment, Giclée

Abstract Icons, Squared Monotype Cyanotype, Watercolor Paper, Blue Mid-Century
By Kind of Cyan
Located in Barcelona, ES
This is an exclusive handprinted unique cyanotype that takes its inspiration from the mid-century
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2010s Modern Abstract Prints

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Photographic Film, Photogram, Monotype, Color, C Print, Photographic Pap...

Iconic Laurel Walnut & Brass Mid Century Modern Table Lamp Richard Barr Thurston
By Laurel Lamp Company, Richard Barr, Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
Attributed to Designer Richard Barr Wow! This is an incredible example of the iconic Mid century Walnut
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Mid-20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Iconic For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century iconic for your home. A mid century iconic — often made from metal, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. There are 784 variations of the antique or vintage mid century iconic you’re looking for, while we also have 19 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century iconic — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century iconic, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century iconic that is appealing in its simplicity, but Terje Ekstrom, Poul Henningsen and Herman Miller produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Iconic?

Prices for a mid century iconic start at $1 and top out at $75,000 with the average selling for $2,818.
Questions About Mid Century Iconic
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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