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Midcentury Kitchen Pot Shaped Ice Bucket in Brass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Pot Cauldron Tripod ice bucket or wine cooler, Brass. Spain, 1950s. It
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Midcentury Kitchen Wall Lamp and Electric Socket/ Pokrok Žilina, 1970s
By Pokrok Žílina
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Slovakia Made of laquered metal, plastic Re-polished Fully functional Good original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Kitchen Canisters Cookie Jar Red Enamel Aluminum Apple, Set of 4 Pc
Located in Atlanta, GA
Those cute Mid-Century-Modern 1960s kitchen canister or cookie jar set features an apple-shaped
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel

Mid century wooden and formica kitchen table, Czechoslovakia, 1950´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century kitchen table with one drawer with a chrome handle as an interesting design element
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Formica, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Smoked Ruby Red Murano Blown Glass Italian Bottle, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-Century Modern smoked ruby red Murano blown glass bottle. This fantastic piece was designed in
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Smoked Glass

Midcentury Dining Table, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Midcentury kitchen table with a Formica plate, beech legs and one drawer. It was made in the former
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Mid-20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood, Beech

  • Midcentury Dining Table, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
  • Midcentury Dining Table, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
  • Midcentury Dining Table, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
  • Midcentury Dining Table, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
H 29.93 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Round Mirror in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
organic living room or a mid-century kitchen. Measurements (cm): Diameter - 40 Depth - 3
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

Midcentury White Plastic and Metal Chrome Italian Bar Cart Oval, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
kitchen with its round lines and solid structure. The cost of shipping refers to the cart shipped
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Squared Bamboo Italian Dining Table with Formica Laminated Top, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
living room or for a midcentury kitchen.   
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Formica

Conical Shaped Modern Stainless Steel Salt and Pepper Shakers by Pierre Forssell
By Pierre Forssell, Gense
Located in San Diego, CA
engraved with an 'S' and the pepper shaker with a 'P'. The set would make a great addition of mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stilnovo Opaline Glass and Black Metal Pendant Lamp, Italian Lighting 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century opal glass and black enamelled metal pendant lamp. This lovely pendant was
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Iron

Midcentury Vivai del Sud Squared Bamboo Italian Dining Table with Glass Top 1960
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
living room or a midcentury kitchen.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

Hand-Crafted Mid-Century Thick Glass Italian Murano Pendant Great Shape & Color
Located in Lisse, NL
Mid-Century kitchen, bedroom or entrance pendant. This handcrafted, Murano glass pendant will look
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Set of Brass Mirrored Border with Glass Top Nesting Tables, Maison Jansen, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Roma, IT
has two shelves. This set is very flexible and can be set in a midcentury kitchen, bar or living
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Style Bar Cart in Oak with Mirror Top and Glass, Italy 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
piece, perfect to complete a Neoclassical style living room or a Mid-Century kitchen. Measures in cm
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Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XV Carts and Bar Carts

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Glass, Mirror, Wood, Oak

Blue Murano Glass Ice Bucket with Gold Glass Handles, Italy 1960s
By Maestri Vetrai
Located in Roma, IT
mark is engraved with acid under the base. An amazing piece that will donate charm to a mid-century
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Rare Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Rattan & Brass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
ideal for bringing good style and the perfect kind of light to your midcentury kitchen, hallway, living
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Pink Tension Pole Lamp. Atomic 1950s Floor Brass Stiffel
By Stiffel
Located in Peoria, AZ
the 21st century! The pink and white scheme, while common for mid-century kitchens and some California
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Good Size Pair of Hand Crafted Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Brass Pendant Lamps
Located in Lisse, NL
. Mind you, our sharp price for this rare pair of mid-century light fixtures even includes perfect
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Rare and Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Brass and Bronze Pendant, Ceiling Light
Located in Lisse, NL
light fixture is ideal for bringing good style and the perfect kind of light to your midcentury kitchen
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Brass, Wire

Pair of Maison Jansen Brass Mirrored Border Nesting Tables with Glass Top, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Roma, IT
has two shelves. This set is very ductile and can be placed perfectly in a midcentury kitchen, bar
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid 19th century rustic painted pine kitchen table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century rustic painted pine kitchen table circa 1850. Good quality traditional swedish
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Tables

Materials

Pine

Italy Mid-19th Century Kitchen Pinewood Dining Table
Located in Brescia, IT
of the Mid-19th Century, widespread in the Northern part of Italy. This model was tipically used in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Rustic Farm Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Century Furniture Hollywood Regency 2 Door Walnut Record Console Cabinet
By Century Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, great style and form. Circa Mid to Late 20th Century. Measurements: 21" H x 28" W x 16" D.
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Cabinets

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Walnut

Mid Century Florence Knoll Iron T Bar Kitchen Table
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid Century Florence Knoll Iron T bar kitchen table. The table is made out of CastIron and has a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Iron

Six Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Kitchen Chairs
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of six dining chairs. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be able to deliver curbside for less than...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Brass Kitchen Utensils Hanging Bar Spain Mid 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Old kitchen tools or utensils made of brass and plastic hanging from a hanging bar. Old kitchen
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Wall Brackets

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Teak Wood Kitchen Canisters Boxes Jars Set, 1960s
Located in Atlanta, GA
These elegant Mid-Century-Modern kitchen jars or boxes were crafted in Japan in the 1960s. The set
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Jars

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Wood, Teak, Plastic

St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Lower Cabinet, Original, 1940s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel lower kitchen cabinet, drawer, original, 1940s. Measures: 10
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Steel

St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Cabinet, Drawer, Original, 1940s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen cabinet, drawer, original, 1940s. Measures: 12" W x 30
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Steel

St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Cabinet Cutlery Drawers, 1940s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen cabinet drawers 1940s original finish. Wall mountable
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Steel

ViNTAGE RETRO MID CENTURY MODERN KITCHEN LARDER UNIT MAIDSAVER LUSTY PRODUCt
By LUSTY
Located in GB
totally original Retro Kitchen cabinet circa 1940-1950 by Maidsaver A Lusty product Please note the
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Vintage 1940s English Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

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Glass, Wood

Mid 19th Century Swedish Hand-Painted Pine Kitchen Cabinet with Plate Rack
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th century Swedish kitchen cabinet with plate rack. Made of pine retaining the original painted
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Cabinets

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Pine, Paint

St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Upper Cabinet, Wall-Mount, Gray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen upper cabinet, wall-mount, gray, original finish. two
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Cabinet, Wall-Mount, Gray, Original
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen cabinet, wall-mount, gray, original finish. two-door
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

1950s Emil Milan Walnut Garlic Smasher Utensil Kitchen Tool Vintage Mid-Century
By Emil Milan
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage Emil Milan Garlic crusher sculptural kitchen utensil, rare form, USA, circa 1950s. Vibrant
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

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Walnut

French Art Nouveau Brutalist Mid Century Scrolling Iron Kitchen Island Bar Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Nouveau style Brutalist mid century scrolling iron and copper kitchen island bar table
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Carts and Bar Carts

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Copper, Iron

Italian Mid-Century Modern Cream Wood and Marble Kitchen Table, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern cream wood and marble kitchen table with legs with brick red heel, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Spaghetti Pattern Hairpin Leg Kitchen Set, 7 Pieces
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-Century Modern Spaghetti pattern Hairpin leg kitchen set - 7 Pieces.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Chair in Walnut Restored and Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Robust Italian Mid-Century Modern kitchen chair in walnut restored and wax polished Measures cm: H
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Mid Century Oil on Board Still Life Kitchen Scene C.1945
Located in London, GB
Swedish mid century oil on board still life kitchen scene C.1945 A large framed painting
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Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Trio of Vintage Burled Wood Cabinets from Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
Spectacular trio of Burled Wood Chests from famed Century Furniture. It’s remarkable to find one of
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Flip Top Square Melamine Kitchen Dining Game Table MINT!
By McGuire, Florence Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair New Linen upholstery heavy solid maple frames American lounge chairs MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Birch

Blue White Ceramic Kitchen Clock Mid-Century Wall Clock Exact, Germany
By German Manufactory
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original important blue glazed ceramic kitchen clock designed and made by Exact, Germany
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th Century American Farmhouse Painted Kitchen Cupboard
Located in Forney, TX
rustic heavily distressed patina! Born in the United States in the 19th century, most likely the Mid
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Country Cupboards

Materials

Wood, Paint

Oval Glass Top Bamboo Base Mid-Century Modern Dining Kitchen Table Mint!
By McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oval glass top bamboo base Mid-Century Modern dining kitchen table mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Bamboo, Glass

Mid-Century Modern Style Three Light Billiard, Kitchen or Dining Table Pendant
Located in Plainview, NY
The Mid-Century Modern-style three-light pendant is a striking luminary crafted to grace your
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Provincial Cherrywood Kitchen Cupboard
Located in Sheridan, CO
French cherrywood kitchen cupboard/vasselier, c. 1860-1880. Handsomely carved with double drawers
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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

Materials

Iron

Italian Mid Century Creamy White Wood and Aquamarine Formica Kitchen Table, 1940
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid century creamy white wood and aquamarine formica kitchen table, 1940s Kitchen table
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Chin Hua Display Cabinet by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Chin Hua display cabinet by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture Raymond K. Sobota started
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Burl

Mid-Century Modern Pine Settle, English Bench, Pew, Hall, Kitchen, Boot Room
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a Mid-Century Modern pine settle, an English bench or pew, ideal for the hall, kitchen or
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Mid-20th Century English Victorian Benches

Materials

Pine

Mid Century Retro circa 1950's Duck Egg Blue Kitchen Larder Cupboard or Unit
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this very cool and collectable retro circa 1950’s duck egg blue kitchen
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Vintage Pedestal Table, English, Beech, Pine, Kitchen, Desk, Mid Century, C.1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
mid 20th century, circa 1950. Graced with an appealing mid century industrial aesthetic Displays a
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Mid-20th Century British Pedestals

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Beech

Vintage refectory trestle kitchen garden dining table mid 20th Century 8'
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique vintage trestle refectory kitchen, garden or dining table. Dates from the mid 20th Century
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Vintage 1960s Patio and Garden Furniture

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Pine

Danish Mid Century Modern L Shape Bench Chairs Dining Table Kitchen Dinette Set
By Farstrup
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern L Shape Bench Chairs Dining Table Kitchen Dinette Set . Table is in MINT
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Custom Mid-Century Modern Kitchen or Dining Table, Desk, Console in Any Size
Located in Chicago, IL
desk, dining, sofa table or console, this Mid-Century Modern designed base offers a sturdy footing for
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Highly Decorative 19th Century European Italian Cleaver, Kitchen Utensil
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique 19th century European cleaver. Made from hand-wrought iron with wood handle. Great as a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Folk Art More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Scale by Olland De Bilt Nederland in Gold and Chrome
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very decorative statement piece in your kitchen this big kitchen scale made by Olland De Bilt
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining

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Steel

Rare Set of 10 Mid-Century Modern Brass Kitchen, Bar / Restaurant Pendant Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
(in your kitchen, living room, study) or in a business setting (in a gallery, restaurant, bar or
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

17th Century Bleached English Oak Kitchen Table
Located in Carmine, TX
Kitchen or Farm Table hand-made in England in the mid 1600s using oak and pegged construction. This
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Antique Mid-17th Century British Charles II Farm Tables

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Oak

  • 17th Century Bleached English Oak Kitchen Table
  • 17th Century Bleached English Oak Kitchen Table
  • 17th Century Bleached English Oak Kitchen Table
  • 17th Century Bleached English Oak Kitchen Table
H 30.91 in W 59.85 in D 28.55 in
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Mid Century Kitchen For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century kitchen for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every mid century kitchen was constructed with great care. Find 22435 options for an antique or vintage mid century kitchen now, or shop our selection of 277 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the mid century kitchen you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century kitchen, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century kitchen that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georg Jensen, Aldo Tura and Tiffany & Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Kitchen?

Prices for a mid century kitchen start at $1 and top out at $969,714 with the average selling for $1,451.
Questions About Mid Century Kitchen
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.