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Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Lafayette, IN

This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The ...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum

Magnificent Rare Kidney Shaped Vladimir Kagan Burl Desk Credenza Mid-Century
Magnificent Rare Kidney Shaped Vladimir Kagan Burl Desk Credenza Mid-Century

Magnificent Rare Kidney Shaped Vladimir Kagan Burl Desk Credenza Mid-Century

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent Vladimir Kagan Burl and Lucite kidney shaped desk credenza. Very few of these unusual desk/ credenzas were ever made and all were custom made for private collectors. This...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Lucite, Burl

Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen
Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

Danish Modern Rosewood L-Shaped Desk by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen, Arne Vodder

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Looking for a statement piece to complete your home office or workspace? Look no further than this stunning Danish modern rosewood L-shaped desk designed by Arne Vodder for H.P. Hans...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Guido Faleschini Mariani L-Shaped Executive Desk-Black Leather, Italy 1970s
Guido Faleschini Mariani L-Shaped Executive Desk-Black Leather, Italy 1970s

Guido Faleschini Mariani L-Shaped Executive Desk-Black Leather, Italy 1970s

By Guido Faleschini

Located in Den Haag, NL

An Italian midcentury L-shaped executive desk by Guido Faleschini by Mariani with a black leather top and very dark blue faux velvet sides and chrome accents. This desk also features...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century French Kidney-shaped Veneer Writing Desk with Brown Leather Top
19th Century French Kidney-shaped Veneer Writing Desk with Brown Leather Top

19th Century French Kidney-shaped Veneer Writing Desk with Brown Leather Top

Located in Sofia, BG

French kidney-shaped veneer writing table, topped with a leather-covered desk and opening with two belt drawers. Molded base joined by spacer and finished with casters. Decorated wit...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-19th Century Tuscan Renaissance Antique Table Desk Hand Carved Solid Walnut
Mid-19th Century Tuscan Renaissance Antique Table Desk Hand Carved Solid Walnut

Mid-19th Century Tuscan Renaissance Antique Table Desk Hand Carved Solid Walnut

By Dini & Puccini

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Tuscany Renaissance antique table desk in hand carved solid walnut, restored and wax-polished, 1850 circa. This type of table was born during the Cinquecento in Tuscany, and then ex...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Professionally Restored Mid-Century Modern Boomerang Executive Walnut Desk
Professionally Restored Mid-Century Modern Boomerang Executive Walnut Desk

Professionally Restored Mid-Century Modern Boomerang Executive Walnut Desk

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is a beautifully restored Mid-Century Modern walnut executive desk featuring a unique boomerang-shaped top with stunning walnut grain.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Boomerang Desk Made In Teak & Brass By Peter L. Nielsen For Hedensted Furniture
Boomerang Desk Made In Teak & Brass By Peter L. Nielsen For Hedensted Furniture

Boomerang Desk Made In Teak & Brass By Peter L. Nielsen For Hedensted Furniture

By Hedensted Møbelfabrik, Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Lejre, DK

Boomerang desk designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen in 1956 and manufactured by Hedensted Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. The desk is made of teak with elegant brass details and has a character...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Unique Italian Duo Desk in Walnut with Marquetry
Unique Italian Duo Desk in Walnut with Marquetry

Unique Italian Duo Desk in Walnut with Marquetry

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Double desk, walnut, Italy, 1950s This custom-made desk, designed for two people, combines functionality with elegant craftsmanship. The L-shaped tabletop allows simultaneous use by...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Horn and Brass Bookends, Vintage Originals
Pair of Mid-Century Horn and Brass Bookends, Vintage Originals

Pair of Mid-Century Horn and Brass Bookends, Vintage Originals

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A perfect acquisition for serious collectors of Mid-Century design or those seeking a high-end, historical accent for a library or executive desk.

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Maurice Calka “Boomerang” Desk by Leleu Deshays, France - 1970s
Maurice Calka “Boomerang” Desk by Leleu Deshays, France - 1970s

Maurice Calka “Boomerang” Desk by Leleu Deshays, France - 1970s

By Maurice Calka, LeLeu Deshays

Located in Renens, CH

Designed by Maurice Calka (1921-1999) and produced by Leleu Deshay in only a very limited quantity, this Boomerang shaped desk represents a new technical application of fiberglass in...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Oak and Black Stone
Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Oak and Black Stone

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Oak and Black Stone

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, corner writing desk, oak, stone, France, 1960s A design by Guillerme et Chambron, featuring a corner desk crafted primarily from oak. The des...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone
Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone

Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, corner writing desk, oak, stone, France, 1960s A design by Guillerme et Chambron, featuring a corner desk crafted primarily from dark stained...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stone

1960s Studio Craft Z-Base Dining Table / Desk After Gino Russo
1960s Studio Craft Z-Base Dining Table / Desk After Gino Russo

1960s Studio Craft Z-Base Dining Table / Desk After Gino Russo

By Gino Russo

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A vintage table base after wood worker Gino Russo. The exotic hardwood has a very expressive grain accentuated by hand cut and shaped biomorphic holes throughout. The design lends an...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Pierre Chapo B19 Desk in Solid Elm, France, 1960s
Pierre Chapo B19 Desk in Solid Elm, France, 1960s

Pierre Chapo B19 Desk in Solid Elm, France, 1960s

By Pierre Chapo

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare B19 desk by Pierre Chapo, designed in the late 1960s and executed in solid French elm. This architectural piece features Chapo’s characteristic blend of functionality and crafts...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood, Elm

Executive desk by Trau Arredamenti Metallici S.P.A, 1960s
Executive desk by Trau Arredamenti Metallici S.P.A, 1960s

Executive desk by Trau Arredamenti Metallici S.P.A, 1960s

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

This executive desk, designed by Trau Arredamenti Metallici S.P.A. in the 1960s, is a versatile two-piece design that can be configured as a single L-shaped workstation or used as tw...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood by Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood by Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s

Arne Vodder Desk in Rosewood by Sibast Møbelfabrik, 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The rare model 209 L-shaped desk with integrated sideboard, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark, is a superb example of functional elegance within m...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Rosewood

Art Deco Chrome 'Smiths' Clock By A.L. Davenport, England, c1930
Art Deco Chrome 'Smiths' Clock By A.L. Davenport, England, c1930

Art Deco Chrome 'Smiths' Clock By A.L. Davenport, England, c1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in Devon, England

Is this very iconic shaped Art Deco chrome table clock made by the English Clockmakers 'Smiths' dating to 1930 the Art Deco period. Fully working and serviced by a qualified horologi...

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Chrome

Pierre Jeanneret  X desk with a Model Pj Si 30A Committee Chair, Chandigarh, 60s
Pierre Jeanneret  X desk with a Model Pj Si 30A Committee Chair, Chandigarh, 60s

Pierre Jeanneret X desk with a Model Pj Si 30A Committee Chair, Chandigarh, 60s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Highclere, Newbury

An original Pierre Jeanneret X frame teak and leather Administrative Desk from the Civic buildings of Chandigarh, India, matched to a fully upholstered Model ‘Pj Si 30 A’ Committee C...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Solid Oak Danish Modern L-Shaped Desk + Credenza
1950s Solid Oak Danish Modern L-Shaped Desk + Credenza

1950s Solid Oak Danish Modern L-Shaped Desk + Credenza

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Oak Measurements: 56.25" wide x 58" deep x 29" tall

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Oak

Vintage Industrial Adjustable Height Drafting Chair with Bentwood Seat.
Vintage Industrial Adjustable Height Drafting Chair with Bentwood Seat.

Vintage Industrial Adjustable Height Drafting Chair with Bentwood Seat.

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage industrial drafting chair featuring a molded wood seat and backrest mounted on a black metal frame. The chair retains its original adjustable height mechanism, operated by a ...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Piero Fornasetti Red Strumenti Musicali Music Metal Bookends
Piero Fornasetti Red Strumenti Musicali Music Metal Bookends

Piero Fornasetti Red Strumenti Musicali Music Metal Bookends

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Downingtown, PA

"Musical Opulence": Fornasetti "Strumenti Musicali" Red & Gold Metal Bookends Circa 1960 A luxurious and highly decorative pair of metal bookends by Atelier Fornasetti, produced...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Infantry Sabre style Letter Opener in brass
Vintage Infantry Sabre style Letter Opener in brass

Vintage Infantry Sabre style Letter Opener in brass

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Infantry sword shaped paper knife in brass. European made circa 1950-70. Measurements: L/H: 20 cm.

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Mid-20th Century Victorian Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Antique Italian Brass Letter Opener With Pewter Dog Handle
Antique Italian Brass Letter Opener With Pewter Dog Handle

Antique Italian Brass Letter Opener With Pewter Dog Handle

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Dagger style letter opener featuring leaf-shaped blade and a handmade pewter handle depicting a hunt dog. It was made in Italy in the mid-late 19 th century by an unknown jeweler or ...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Letter Openers

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Brass, Pewter

S. Björklund and L. Gustafsson Swedish "Delux" Desk Lamp in Chromed Steel
S. Björklund and L. Gustafsson Swedish "Delux" Desk Lamp in Chromed Steel

S. Björklund and L. Gustafsson Swedish "Delux" Desk Lamp in Chromed Steel

By Falkenbergs Belysning, S. Björklund and L. Gustafsson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

S. Björklund and L. Gustafsson for Falkenbergs Belysning Sweden, "Delux" Desk lamp with clamp, chromed steel, aluminum, Sweden, 1970s This modern Swedish table desk lamp features a...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Steel

Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk, Style of Gio Ponti
Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk, Style of Gio Ponti

Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk, Style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Mid-Century Modern walnut desk featuring a slightly L-shaped top resting on a Set of two open compartments with plexiglass supports on the left and 5 louver front drawers on ...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Plexiglass, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century John Stuart Mirrored Vanity Desk with Bench
Mid-Century John Stuart Mirrored Vanity Desk with Bench

Mid-Century John Stuart Mirrored Vanity Desk with Bench

By John Stuart

Located in Forney, TX

A rare Mid-Century Modern painted white mirrored vanity desk and bench by legendary American luxury designer John Stuart.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Mid-Century Copper Envelope Spring Desk Organizer Viking Longboat
Rare Mid-Century Copper Envelope Spring Desk Organizer Viking Longboat

Rare Mid-Century Copper Envelope Spring Desk Organizer Viking Longboat

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare Copper Mid-Century Envelope Spring Desk Organizer Viking Longboat, circa 1970s.

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20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk
Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk

Italian Mid-18th Century Genovese St. Hand Painted Cabinet / Desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful and most decorative Italian mid 18th century Genovese st. hand painted cabinet/desk.

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Antique 18th Century Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Danish Mahogany Carver Armchair Model 62 by Niels Otto Møller, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Mahogany Carver Armchair Model 62 by Niels Otto Møller, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Mahogany Carver Armchair Model 62 by Niels Otto Møller, 1960s

By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Designed by Niels Otto Møller in the early 1960s, this elegant pair of Model 62 carver chairs showcases the designer’s mastery of proportion, comfort, and fine joinery. Crafted in ri...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Armchair with Upholstered Seat
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Armchair with Upholstered Seat

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Armchair with Upholstered Seat

Located in Seattle, WA

This versatile chair works well as an accent chair, desk chair, or occasional dining chair, and pairs easily with a range of mid-century, Scandinavian, or modern interiors.Vintage co...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair in the Style of Milo Baughman.
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair in the Style of Milo Baughman.

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair in the Style of Milo Baughman.

Located in Seattle, WA

This vintage mid-century modern dining or side chair is designed in the style of Milo Baughman and features a clean, sculptural solid wood frame with a gently contoured silhouette.Th...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chair PJ-SI-36-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chair PJ-SI-36-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh

Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chair PJ-SI-36-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Unlike the initial upholstery of Chandigarh items in skai, this has been redone in high-end textile. L-shaped seat and A-shaped legs are two abstract elements that create a clear, ...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Textile

White Tube Desk Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan, 1970s
White Tube Desk Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan, 1970s

White Tube Desk Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan, 1970s

By Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Rødekro, DK

A striking example of Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern lighting design, the lamp is defined by its elongated cylindrical shade in white lacquered metal and its elegantly cu...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Le Corbusier - Authentic LC-TAT-07-A - the Minister’s Desk Circa 1955
Le Corbusier - Authentic LC-TAT-07-A - the Minister’s Desk Circa 1955

Le Corbusier - Authentic LC-TAT-07-A - the Minister’s Desk Circa 1955

By Le Corbusier

Located in Hasselt, VLI

It's not just a desk. It's the LC-TAT-07-A. A very rare and unique modernist piece, the Minister’s Desk, also known as the LC-TAT-07-A from Chandigarh, was designed by Le Corbusier ...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Teak, Plywood

Documented 'Kono' Dining Table / Desk by Lella & Massimo Vignelli, 1984, Italy
Documented 'Kono' Dining Table / Desk by Lella & Massimo Vignelli, 1984, Italy

Documented 'Kono' Dining Table / Desk by Lella & Massimo Vignelli, 1984, Italy

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The L-shaped Imperial Red Granite slabs can be positioned in a number of different ways which can also enhance its use.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Granite, Copper

Danish Modern Teak Side Chair, Paper Cord Seat, in the Manner of Niels Miller
Danish Modern Teak Side Chair, Paper Cord Seat, in the Manner of Niels Miller

Danish Modern Teak Side Chair, Paper Cord Seat, in the Manner of Niels Miller

Located in Trenton, NJ

It pairs naturally with the full range of Scandinavian and mid-century modern furniture. Dimensions: 19w 19d 31.25h 17sh Condition:age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, scuffs...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné and Ceramic Duck Figurine with Hand-Painted Detailing
Vintage Chinese Cloisonné and Ceramic Duck Figurine with Hand-Painted Detailing

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné and Ceramic Duck Figurine with Hand-Painted Detailing

Located in Seattle, WA

This decorative piece likely dates to the mid-20th century and reflects traditional Chinese cloisonné artistry combined with ceramic work.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console
Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console

Adnet Style Saddle Stitched Leather Cantilevered Wall Console

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Hanover, MA

A wall console wrapped in saddle leather supported by two L shaped brackets with a top stitch detail in the manner of Jacques Adnet. One drawer with a piece of leather serving as the...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Leather

Antique Wooden Magazine Rack with Arched Top and Two-Tier Storage.
Antique Wooden Magazine Rack with Arched Top and Two-Tier Storage.

Antique Wooden Magazine Rack with Arched Top and Two-Tier Storage.

Located in Seattle, WA

This antique wooden magazine rack features a practical two-tier design and a distinctive arched top profile.The piece is constructed with solid side panels and a warm-toned stained f...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chair 65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finsven, 1940-50s
Vintage Chair 65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finsven, 1940-50s

Vintage Chair 65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finsven, 1940-50s

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Centreville, VA

Clean lines and a simple structure define the design of Chair 65. A low, rectangular backrest is formed from a single piece of birch plywood and has a slight curve that forms natur...

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Wooden Side Chair with Caned Seat
Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Wooden Side Chair with Caned Seat

Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Wooden Side Chair with Caned Seat

Located in Seattle, WA

This vintage wooden side chair features a clean, rectilinear frame with a hand-woven cane seat and a distinctive shaped back splat set within an open rectangular back. The top crest ...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Arts & Crafts Style Windsor Side Chair Cattail Spindle Back Tapered Legs
Antique Arts & Crafts Style Windsor Side Chair Cattail Spindle Back Tapered Legs

Antique Arts & Crafts Style Windsor Side Chair Cattail Spindle Back Tapered Legs

Located in Seattle, WA

This antique Windsor side chair embodies the Arts and Crafts movement's emphasis on simplicity, craftsmanship, and the beauty of natural materials.Constructed from solid wood, it fea...

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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi Rare Cherry and Walnut Rectangular Table, 1940s
Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi Rare Cherry and Walnut Rectangular Table, 1940s

Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi Rare Cherry and Walnut Rectangular Table, 1940s

By Serafino Arrighi, Paolo Buffa

Located in New York, NY

Paolo Buffa for Serafino Arrighi rare and exquisite rectangular table with polished cherrywood veneered tabletop, decorative carved diamond or pyramid-shaped square wood panels on ta...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Walnut, Cherry

A Fine and Rare George II Carved Mahogany Library Armchair
A Fine and Rare George II Carved Mahogany Library Armchair

A Fine and Rare George II Carved Mahogany Library Armchair

By Paul Saunders

Located in London, GB

This chair shows all the hallmarks of Great English Cabinetmaking and is a Masterclass of the exquisite quality of craftsmanship available in the mid 18th century. Incorporate great ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century British Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Mahogany

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Table by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Table by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Table by Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Dining table, model Ventaglio, designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1972. Relaunched by Cassina in 2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Revolutionary as much as it is quite diffe...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Black Oak  Work Table For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Black Oak  Work Table For Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Black Oak Work Table For Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Black Oak Work Table For Cassina Simple but flawless assembly, in which the individual elements come together in an intricate structure of breathtaking...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Stained Black Table by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Stained Black Table by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Stained Black Table by Cassina

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1972. Relaunched by Cassina in 2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Revolutionary as much as it is quite different from any other in te...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Stained Black Table by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Stained Black Table by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Stained Black Table by Cassina

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1972. Relaunched by Cassina in 2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Revolutionary as much as it is quite different from any other in terms...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Ventaglio Work Table For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Ventaglio Work Table For Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Ventaglio Work Table For Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Ventaglio Work Table For Cassina Simple but flawless assembly, in which the individual elements come together in an intricate structure of breathtaking...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Table by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Table by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Wood Table by Cassina

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Dining table, model Ventaglio, designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1972. Relaunched by Cassina in 2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Revolutionary as much as it is quite diffe...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Natural Oak Work Table For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Natural Oak Work Table For Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Natural Oak Work Table For Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Charlotte Perriand Ventaglio Natural Oak Work Table For Cassina Simple but flawless assembly, in which the individual elements come together in an intricate structure of breathtakin...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair American Modernist Walnut Nightstands George Nelson for Herman Miller 1955
Pair American Modernist Walnut Nightstands George Nelson for Herman Miller 1955

Pair American Modernist Walnut Nightstands George Nelson for Herman Miller 1955

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Portland, OR

A good pair of original American Modernist nightstands/bookshelves by George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1955. The Basic Cabinet Series was first introduced in the la...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Teak

Exclusive ‘Pointe de Diamant’ Sideboard by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq
Exclusive ‘Pointe de Diamant’ Sideboard by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq

Exclusive ‘Pointe de Diamant’ Sideboard by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq

By Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline le Coq, Behr

Located in Echt, NL

Exclusive ‘Pointe de Diamant’ Sideboard in very good condition. Designed by Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq in France 1962. This sideboard was produced in 1964. Manufactur...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Clear Transparent Glass River Table - Custom River Wood Dining Table
Clear Transparent Glass River Table - Custom River Wood Dining Table

Clear Transparent Glass River Table - Custom River Wood Dining Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Supported by minimalist U-shaped silver metal legs, this 72" x 36" statement piece offers a sleek, contemporary foundation that fits perfectly into Mid-Century Modern or Organic Mode...

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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Epoxy Resin, Wood

Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table
Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table

Tahan Paris Signed French Napoleon III Period Convertible Wine Cooler Tray Table

By Jean-Pierre Tahan, Tahan Paris, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and striking antique French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) convertible rafraichissoir wine cooler drinks table by the ébéniste to the Emperor Jean-Pierre-Alexan...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Tray Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

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Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960
Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

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H 28.75 in W 80.32 in D 88.59 in

Mid Century Arne Vodder L-Shaped Rosewood Desk for Sibast, 1960

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Mid Century Rosewood desk designed by Arne Vodder, showcasing the elegance and functionalism that are hallmarks of his work. The desk is a substantial piece, featuring a spacious tab...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Gordon Russel Desk
Gordon Russel Desk

Gordon Russel Desk

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H 28.35 in W 84.26 in D 72.45 in

Gordon Russel Desk

By Trevor Chinn, Gordon Russell

Located in Buxton, GB

This rare and exquisite sideboard, signed by the esteemed Trevor Chinn F.S.I.A.D in 1979, is a timeless piece handcrafted in the opulent Rio Rosewood by the renowned.R. Bearcroft. Th...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Modernist Corner Desk Florence Knoll
Modernist Corner Desk Florence Knoll

Modernist Corner Desk Florence Knoll

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H 29.14 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in

Modernist Corner Desk Florence Knoll

By Florence Knoll

Located in Antwerpen, BE

An L-shaped working space from the series model 1500. The executive desk (190 x 90 x 74) has a double pedestal, 3 drawers left and 2 drawers right, with a pair of keys. The smaller d...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Rare "Foncolin" Early Desk by Jules Wabbes
Rare "Foncolin" Early Desk by Jules Wabbes

Rare "Foncolin" Early Desk by Jules Wabbes

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H 29.93 in W 77.17 in D 66.93 in

Rare "Foncolin" Early Desk by Jules Wabbes

By Jules Wabbes

Located in Brussels, BE

L-shaped desk in massive wood designed in 1957 by Jules Wabbes for the Foncolin building, Brussels, Belguim.Early small production of desk. Documented in "Jules Wabbes furniture desi...

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Whitewashed Ash Linderman Wall-Mounted Desk with Leather Wrapped Drawer in Stock
Whitewashed Ash Linderman Wall-Mounted Desk with Leather Wrapped Drawer in Stock

Whitewashed Ash Linderman Wall-Mounted Desk with Leather Wrapped Drawer in Stock

By New York Heartwoods

Located in Accord, NY

New York Heartwoods' Linderman wall-mounted desk is influenced by Mid-Century Modern, Shaker and Asian design, and features a hand-shaped base, leather wrapped pen drawer (shown here...

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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood, Ash

Italy, Tuscan center table or writing table from the XVIII century
Italy, Tuscan center table or writing table from the XVIII century

Italy, Tuscan center table or writing table from the XVIII century

Located in Vicenza, IT

This precious center table/desk in walnut root with maple wood inlay on a black background was made in Tuscany (Italy), around the mid-18th century.

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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Adjustable Black and Yellow Table Lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumin
Adjustable Black and Yellow Table Lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumin

Adjustable Black and Yellow Table Lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumin

By Oscar Torlasco

Located in London, GB

Gilt brass desk lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumin. The small table lamp has two adjustable black and yellow painted shades on an elegant shaped brass stem and a white marble base....

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Restored Mid Century L Shaped Desk with Caned Back
Restored Mid Century L Shaped Desk with Caned Back

Restored Mid Century L Shaped Desk with Caned Back

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H 28.75 in W 94.5 in L 28.75 in

Restored Mid Century L Shaped Desk with Caned Back

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Restored mid century L-shaped desk with caned back Desk measures: 94.5 wide x 68 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in w...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut L Shaped Corner Desk
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut L Shaped Corner Desk

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut L Shaped Corner Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom mid century walnut L shaped corner desk The desk measures: 74.5 wide x 52 deep x 24.75 inches high; with a chair clearance of 24.75 inches All pieces of furniture ca...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century L Shaped Walnut Executive Desk
Jens Risom Mid Century L Shaped Walnut Executive Desk

Jens Risom Mid Century L Shaped Walnut Executive Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom mid century L shaped walnut executive desk Desk measures: 62 wide x 66.5 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be ha...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Jens Risom Style Mid Century B and L Marble Corner Walnut L Shaped Desk
Jens Risom Style Mid Century B and L Marble Corner Walnut L Shaped Desk

Jens Risom Style Mid Century B and L Marble Corner Walnut L Shaped Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom style mid century B and L Marble Corner walnut L shaped desk The desk measures: 66 wide x 69 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 29 inches and 25.75 inch...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson "L" Shaped Desk
George Nelson "L" Shaped Desk

George Nelson "L" Shaped Desk

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H 29.5 in W 72 in D 72 in

George Nelson "L" Shaped Desk

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Nelson for Herman Miller desk with return, laminate top supported by brushed steel "H" frame and tawny walnut case (18" deep x 72" in length) with sliding doors on both sides conceal...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Willy Rizzo L Shaped Burl Wood Executive Desk
Willy Rizzo L Shaped Burl Wood Executive Desk

Willy Rizzo L Shaped Burl Wood Executive Desk

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H 31.13 in W 67 in D 60 in

Willy Rizzo L Shaped Burl Wood Executive Desk

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Fulton, CA

Signed burl wood "L" shaped executive desk by Willy Rizzo. Circa. 1960's 70's. Exceptional burl-wood construction. Bookshelf / storage to left side. Five drawers to right side with p...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Burl

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass L-Shaped Executive Desk with Return
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass L-Shaped Executive Desk with Return

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass L-Shaped Executive Desk with Return

By Kipp Stewart

Located in Lafayette, IN

This gorgeous midcentury desk features book-matched walnut veneer, solid brass hardware, cast brass legs, cane modesty panel and solid walnut drawers. The floating top, stepped-down ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Romweber Viking Oak Carved Executive L Shaped Office Secretarys Desk
Mid Century Romweber Viking Oak Carved Executive L Shaped Office Secretarys Desk

Mid Century Romweber Viking Oak Carved Executive L Shaped Office Secretarys Desk

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Romweber (R-10962) secretary's Desk (Right Hand), circa 1974. Features an L shaped carved oak frame with shapely Nordic inspired moldings, grapevine motif, tooled pillars and floral ...

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Vintage 1970s Gothic Desks

Materials

Oak

1950s Cees Braakman Pastoe L-Shaped Executive Desk, Netherlands
1950s Cees Braakman Pastoe L-Shaped Executive Desk, Netherlands

1950s Cees Braakman Pastoe L-Shaped Executive Desk, Netherlands

By Cees Braakman, Pastoe

Located in London, GB

Large teak executive’s desk in an L-shape with useful cabinet with black laminate doors. Designed by Cees Braakman for his modular custom built series for Pastoe, Netherlands. Shows ...

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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Jens Risom L Shaped Walnut Vintage Desk
Jens Risom L Shaped Walnut Vintage Desk

Jens Risom L Shaped Walnut Vintage Desk

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H 29 in W 62 in D 34 in

Jens Risom L Shaped Walnut Vintage Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

A walnut mid century modern L-shaped desk designed by Jens Risom and made by Jens Risom Design.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Stow Davis L Shaped Leather Wood Desk
Stow Davis L Shaped Leather Wood Desk

Stow Davis L Shaped Leather Wood Desk

By Stow Davis

Located in Pasadena, TX

A great Stow Davis leather top wood desk. This amazing pieces features one standard drawer, one large file drawer, and one file drawer with slots. The top is lined with black leather...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Custom Made "l" Shaped Lucite And Glass Desk By Karl Springer
Custom Made "l" Shaped Lucite And Glass Desk By Karl Springer

Custom Made "l" Shaped Lucite And Glass Desk By Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Custom made "L" shaped lucite and glass desk by Karl Springer. Signed. View our complete collection at www.johnsalibello.com

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Large Executive Mid-Century Modern Walnut L-Shape Desk with Return
Large Executive Mid-Century Modern Walnut L-Shape Desk with Return

Large Executive Mid-Century Modern Walnut L-Shape Desk with Return

By Harvey Probber

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Marked Harvey Probber large L-shaped mid-century modern desk. Nice rolled edge curve top.

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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

George Nelson For Herman Miller L-Shaped Desk
George Nelson For Herman Miller L-Shaped Desk

George Nelson For Herman Miller L-Shaped Desk

By George Nelson

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern desk designed by George Nelson and made by Herman Miller. Walnut construction with a right hand return all on black plinth supports. The desk measures 83" wide...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Bruce Burdick For Herman Miller L-Shaped Desk

Bruce Burdick For Herman Miller L-Shaped Desk

By Bruce Burdick

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern compnent desk system designed by Bruce Burdick and made by Herman Miller. A laminate desk work surface with suspended file cabinet, glass top project table, and...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Jules Wabbes L Shaped End Grain Desk Wenge
Jules Wabbes L Shaped End Grain Desk Wenge

Jules Wabbes L Shaped End Grain Desk Wenge

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H 30.32 in W 66.93 in D 50.4 in

Jules Wabbes L Shaped End Grain Desk Wenge

By Jules Wabbes

Located in Bruxelles, BE

End-grain desk in wenge early production by mobilier universel in beginning of the sixties. Very high standard of fabrication top in wenge and drawers in solid black lacquered wood ...

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wenge

Mid Century Desk
Mid Century Desk

Mid Century Desk

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H 28.35 in W 50.01 in D 23.63 in

Mid Century Desk

Located in London, England

Lovely solid English oak kidney shaped desk. Drawers all run smooth. Recently refinished. British 1960s L 127cm X H 72cm x D 60cm

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

George Nelson For Herman Miller L-Shaped Walnut Desk
George Nelson For Herman Miller L-Shaped Walnut Desk

George Nelson For Herman Miller L-Shaped Walnut Desk

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern desk with attached left hand return/credenza designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Walnut with a white laminate top and aluminum hardware. Two file drawe...

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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-20th Century Industrial Steel and Copper-Topped Desk
Mid-20th Century Industrial Steel and Copper-Topped Desk

Mid-20th Century Industrial Steel and Copper-Topped Desk

Located in High Point, NC

The subtle L-shaped layout includes a filing cabinet base with copper or brass-toned drawer pulls and label holder, paired with an extended side table surface, both of which display ...

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Mid-20th Century Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder L-shaped Executive Desk in Rosewood for Sibast, Denmark 1960s
Arne Vodder L-shaped Executive Desk in Rosewood for Sibast, Denmark 1960s

Arne Vodder L-shaped Executive Desk in Rosewood for Sibast, Denmark 1960s

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Hellouw, NL

Arne Vodder is one of the great Danes when talking about furniture design. He graduated under the legendary Finn Juhl at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen and subse...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Black Aluminum & Chrome Desk
Mid-Century Modern Black Aluminum & Chrome Desk

Mid-Century Modern Black Aluminum & Chrome Desk

Located in Astoria, NY

Mid-Century Modern Black Aluminum and Chrome L-Shaped Desk, with painted wood top, two short drawers above two right side drawers and three left side drawers, with "Vanguard" label t...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H. P. Hansen
Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H. P. Hansen

Mid-Century Danish Teak Executive Desk by Arne Vodder for H. P. Hansen

By Arne Vodder, H.P. Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare and refined mid-century Danish executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for H.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mid 20th Century Teak "Boomerang" Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen Danish
Mid 20th Century Teak "Boomerang" Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen Danish

Mid 20th Century Teak "Boomerang" Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen Danish

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in London, GB

This rare Danish design is characterised by its boomerang inspired L-shaped structure. The desk features three draws at its front, each with sculpted handles and dovetail joinery, wh...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

FLORENCE KNOLL Desk
FLORENCE KNOLL Desk

FLORENCE KNOLL Desk

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H 29.14 in W 65.75 in D 75.2 in

FLORENCE KNOLL Desk

By Florence Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare and Beautiful L Shaped Desk Designed by Florence Knoll L 167 cm x D 191 cm x H 74 cm USA, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Florence Knoll Desk
Florence Knoll Desk

Florence Knoll Desk

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H 29.14 in W 65.75 in D 75.2 in

Florence Knoll Desk

By Florence Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare and Beautiful L Shaped Desk Designed by Florence Knoll L 167 cm x D 191 cm x H 74 cm USA, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Florence Knoll Desk
Florence Knoll Desk

Florence Knoll Desk

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H 29.14 in W 65.75 in D 75.2 in

Florence Knoll Desk

By Florence Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare and Beautiful L Shaped Desk Designed by Florence Knoll L 167 cm x D 191 cm x H 74 cm USA, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Jens Risom Executive Desk
Jens Risom Executive Desk

Jens Risom Executive Desk

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H 29 in W 60 in D 29 in L 29 in

Jens Risom Executive Desk

By Jens Risom

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Striking L-shaped desk by Jens Risom with finished back. Walnut grain throughout, multi-size file drawers, sculpted handles. Desk connects with underside locking mechanism. (Plea...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Unique Wall-Mounted Desk
Unique Wall-Mounted Desk

Unique Wall-Mounted Desk

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H 29.5 in W 54.5 in D 48 in

Unique Wall-Mounted Desk

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A sculptural and interesting craft-movement L-shaped wall-mounted desk made of richly grained walnut and having a single dowel leg support.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Freestanding Executive Desk in Teak with Sideboard, 1960s
Freestanding Executive Desk in Teak with Sideboard, 1960s

Freestanding Executive Desk in Teak with Sideboard, 1960s

By Christian Holzäpfel, Herbert Hirche

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Large L-shaped desk produced in Germany around 1960. Designer is currently unknown but it reminds a lot of Herbert Hirche for Christian Holzäpfel. This modernist desk is made of teak...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller 1952 Executive Desk
George Nelson for Herman Miller 1952 Executive Desk

George Nelson for Herman Miller 1952 Executive Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Dallas, TX

Executive L-shaped desk with original wood grained laminate writing surface, two sided credenza with red masonite sliding doors, drawers and adjustable shelves. Walnut on nickel plat...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder, Rosewood Midcentury Executive Desk, Danish, 1960
Arne Vodder, Rosewood Midcentury Executive Desk, Danish, 1960

Arne Vodder, Rosewood Midcentury Executive Desk, Danish, 1960

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Austin, TX

Danish MCM rosewood L-shaped executive desk, circa 1960, designed by Arne Vodder (Denmark, 1926-2009) for Sibast Furniture. L-shaped configuration. Primary desk with kneehole and sta...

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Antique 1660s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Corner desk in oak by Guillerme and Chambron, 1950s
Corner desk in oak by Guillerme and Chambron, 1950s

Corner desk in oak by Guillerme and Chambron, 1950s

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H 29.93 in W 73.63 in D 59.85 in

Corner desk in oak by Guillerme and Chambron, 1950s

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in PARIS, FR

Large oak desk by the duo Robert Guillerme (1913-1990) and Jacques Chambron (1914-2001), "Votre Maison" edition, 1950s. Shaped like an "L", the desk features a large work surface wit...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Alvar Aalto Model 81C Table, Red Laminate Top, Bent Birch Legs
Mid-Century Alvar Aalto Model 81C Table, Red Laminate Top, Bent Birch Legs

Mid-Century Alvar Aalto Model 81C Table, Red Laminate Top, Bent Birch Legs

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Model 81C table by Alvar Aalto demonstrates the Finnish architect's revolutionary approach to bent plywood construction. Designed for Artek, the piece employs signature L-shaped legs...

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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Laminate, Birch

Organic Writing Desk Designed by Helmut Magg, Germany
Organic Writing Desk Designed by Helmut Magg, Germany

Organic Writing Desk Designed by Helmut Magg, Germany

By Helmut Magg, WK Möbel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Ladies writing-desk with frame and top of cherrywood designed in 1952 by Helmut Magg for WK Mobel. V-shaped leg position, drawer fronts and shelf with black laminate. Version ...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Laminate

Selection of Desk Accessories
Selection of Desk Accessories

Selection of Desk Accessories

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H 2 in W 34 in D 4 in

Selection of Desk Accessories

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of Desk Accessories, circa 1930's-1970's. From left to right, they are: 1) The silver plated Italian letter opener measures 10.5"L and is priced at $50. 2) The Asian style ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

Desk model 530 by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950
Desk model 530 by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950

Desk model 530 by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950

By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Piacenza, Italy

The iconic Italian desk, model Secretaire 530, was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1956 and crafted by the renowned company Bernini. This wooden desk offers a spacious 130 cm work...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Teak Boomerang Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Teak Boomerang Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik, Denmark

Teak Boomerang Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik, Denmark

By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Hedensted Møbelfabrik

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Very beautiful L-shaped boomerang desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik. Made from teak veneer, solid teak and solid oak. Beautiful design with special details. You d...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s
Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s

Rare Modernist Writing Desk by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 1960s

By Jos De Mey, Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Fantastic writing desk from the ‘Abtracta’ series designed by Jos De Mey and produced in Belgium by Van Den Berghe-Pauvers during the 1960s. This rare L-shaped desk features a sidebo...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman - Executive Rosewood Desk
Milo Baughman - Executive Rosewood Desk

Milo Baughman - Executive Rosewood Desk

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H 28.75 in W 71.75 in D 33.5 in

Milo Baughman - Executive Rosewood Desk

By Milo Baughman

Located in San Francisco, CA

An Executive desk of rosewood and chrome by Milo Baughman. Features a floating, "L" shaped leg, 2 drawers (separate file drawer). Finished on all sides; c. 1970's

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

Peter Nielson Desk for Lovig
Peter Nielson Desk for Lovig

Peter Nielson Desk for Lovig

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H 29 in W 59 in D 34.5 in

Peter Nielson Desk for Lovig

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A wonderfully designed and finished Teak wood desk with L shaped top,rear and side lip, three locking drawers with original key and reversed side bookcase.Also on the back side is a ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Sibast Desk Chair with Rosewood, Leather, and Tube Steel
Sibast Desk Chair with Rosewood, Leather, and Tube Steel

Sibast Desk Chair with Rosewood, Leather, and Tube Steel

By Sibast

Located in Munich, DE

Very rare LARGE Sibast Desk Chair from Denmark. The Chair has a tube Steel frame, Leather cushions and rosewood frame parts. That all on 4 legs with rolls. Very nice made and con...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Gordon Russell Gr Series 1 Desk C1970
Gordon Russell Gr Series 1 Desk C1970

Gordon Russell Gr Series 1 Desk C1970

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H 28.75 in W 84.26 in D 35.83 in

Gordon Russell Gr Series 1 Desk C1970

By Gordon Russell

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A vintage Mid-Century Modern desk from the prestige range by Gordon Russell, designed by Trevor Chinn in the 1970’s, this L-Shaped desk in rosewood with chrome metalwork and vinyl ba...

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Fredericia Danish Modern Teak Writing Desk by Borge Mogensen
Fredericia Danish Modern Teak Writing Desk by Borge Mogensen

Fredericia Danish Modern Teak Writing Desk by Borge Mogensen

By Frederecia Furniture

Located in West Chester, PA

A rare teak writing desk designed by Borge Mogensen circa 1958 featuring L-shaped table legs with exposed brass screw. Stamped underneath. 28.375” table height with the metal feet...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Jorge Zalszupin ‘Commander’ Armchair, Brazil, 1960s
Jorge Zalszupin ‘Commander’ Armchair, Brazil, 1960s

Jorge Zalszupin ‘Commander’ Armchair, Brazil, 1960s

By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

Rare ‘Commander’ armchair by Jorge Zalszupin for L’Atelier, Brazil, 1960s. Beautiful shaped form out of fiberglass with sharp lined polished aluminum framing and green leather cushio...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Modern Teak “Boomerang” Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen
Danish Modern Teak “Boomerang” Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen

Danish Modern Teak “Boomerang” Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen

By Dansk, Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This distinctive freestanding writing desk was designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and produced by Dansk Designs in the 1960s. Crafted of solid sculpted teak that melds into seamless tea...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Impeccable and Complete Arne Vodder Desk and Return in Rosewood
Impeccable and Complete Arne Vodder Desk and Return in Rosewood

Impeccable and Complete Arne Vodder Desk and Return in Rosewood

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in South Charleston, WV

Located here in the United States so there will be no restrictive delays common to rosewood from abroad requiring certificates. Entirely complete and entirely restored L-shaped desk ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Floating Executive Walnut and Lacquer Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Floating Executive Walnut and Lacquer Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Floating Executive Walnut and Lacquer Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Charleston, WV

A stunning modernist piece for the Mid-Century Modern home, apartment or office. providing ample desk top table space.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome, Stainless Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Office Desk, Rare Black Leather Writing Surface
George Nelson for Herman Miller Office Desk, Rare Black Leather Writing Surface

George Nelson for Herman Miller Office Desk, Rare Black Leather Writing Surface

By George Nelson

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

It asserts the functionalism that came to dictate twentieth century office design while maintaining a sleek and smart modern aesthetic and silhouette that would find further expressi...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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Mid Century L Shaped Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century l shaped desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every mid century l shaped desk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century l shaped desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century l shaped desk, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Regency and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. George Nelson, Herman Miller and Carl Auböck each produced at least one beautiful mid century l shaped desk that is worth considering.

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The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.