Monumental Ram Head Wall Sculpture in Copper and Bronze
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Due to its monumental scale, craftsmanship, and expressive character, this is an exceptional example of mid-century Mexican decorative sculpture, ideal for collectors and interiors s...
Brass
Bird Sculpture in Carved Mahogany with Abalone Shell Inlay – Los Castillo, Taxco
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Elegant and refined, this bird sculpture was created by the renowned Los Castillo workshop in Taxco, Mexico, during the golden age of Mexican Mid-Century Modern design.
Wood
Hammered Copper & Turquoise Inlay "Toucan" Water Pitcher by Alfredo Villasaña
By Alfredo Villasana, Los Castillo, Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A remarkable example of mid-century Mexican artisan metalwork, this sculptural hammered copper pitcher was handcrafted in Taxco by renowned metalsmith Alfredo Villasana.
Brass, Copper
Nine Wine Bottle Rack, Mexico, Mid-20th Century
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
A functional object elevated to utilitarian sculpture, representative of the sophistication and formal experimentation that defined Mexican design in the mid-20th century.
Cedar
$14,303Sale Price|35% Off
Marble Oval Tulip Dining or Conference Table Muller's of Mexico with Brass Inlay
By Muller of Mexico
Located in Landshut, BY
The table is an exquisite and unique piece of craftsmanship, hand-made in the 1970s by Muller of Mexico. It is crafted from green and ebony colour marble, with a lined surface of ov...
Marble, Brass
Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker Chair
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare an amazing chair designed by Don Shoemaker, circa 1960.
Wood, Pine
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Armchairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven Armchairs made in the 1950s in Primavera wood and palm cords.
Wood
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Rockingchairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven Rockingchairs made in the 1950s in Primavera wood and palm cords.
Wood
Ana Nunez Brilanti Taxco Copper Cocktail Pitcher Set Victoria Mexico 1950s
By Victoria of Taxco, Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With its striking scale, narrative imagery, and sophisticated modernist form, this rare bar set is an outstanding example of mid-century Mexican design and would make a dramatic addi...
Silver Plate, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Pin by Los Castillo, Mixed Metal & Onyx, Mexico
By Los Castillo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modernist Pin Mixed Metal Onix Negro stamped Taxco Mexico Los Castillo .5 x .35 Original vintage condition Refer to listed images please
Onyx, Metal, Sterling Silver
Smiling Sun Terracotta Wall Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Painted Terracotta "Smilling Sun" Wall Sculpture Artist Unknown "nice color and design" "great mcm style vibe"
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Mahogany Coffer from Mexico
Located in Montreal, QC
This carved wood chest is in the Spanish colonial taste. It has domed hinged top and is raised on ball feet: Front, sides and dome, all, are heavily carved.
Wood
Mexico Aztecan Brass Wall Hanger, Mid-Century Modern, 1972
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice decorative wall hanger . Mexico Aztecan Handmade . Brass with stone work .
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Silver Bangle Bracelet by Artist Taxco, Mexico
By Taxco
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Handcrafted Modernist Bracelet Bangle Silver Taxco Mexico cutout designs 2 15/16 outside diameter 2.5 inside diameter x 3/16 thick Stamped Mexico 925 Preowned vintage Refer to listed...
Sterling Silver
Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Feders Pendant Light
By Felipe Delfinger
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, we offer these original pendant light, these are one of the most stunning samples of Brutalist art designed by Felipe Delfinger. Made of brass and multicolored blown glass.
Brass
1960s Exotic Cocobolo Jewelry Box Mexico Mid-Century Organic
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1960s vintage exotic cocobolo jewelry box from Mexico, heavily designed in the rustic, organic mid-century modern style popularized by renowned designer Don...
Cocobolo, Velvet
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern Woven Lounge Chairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern woven lounge chairs made in the 1950s.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Cocobolo Candle Holders by Don S. Shoemaker, Mexico
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Don Shoemaker for Señal cocobolo candle holders. The hand carved minimalist candle holders feature an organic, fluid form with a brass center for a candlestick. Dimensions ...
Brass
Pal Kepenyes Brass Pendant, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico, 1970s
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1970s Pal Kepenyes Sculptural Brass Pendant 4 h x 2 w x .13 Preowned vintage Refer to images please
Brass
1950s Metales Casados Mixed-Metal Pre-Hispanic Necklace w/ Crushed Emerald Inlay
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The handcrafted chain showcases bold geometric links characteristic of mid-century Mexican design, while the large pendant combines layered metals and stone inlay with remarkable pre...
Silver, Brass, Copper
Woven Rattan Room Divider by Michael van Beuren, Mid-Century Design Mexico
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bauhaus trained, Mexico City based designer, Michael Van Beuren created highly functional modern pieces inspired by Mexican vernacular styles and materials. This example, made in Mex...
Rattan, Pine
Los Castillo Silver-Plated Pitcher with Lapis Bird Handle, Taxco
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical and highly collectible silver-plated water pitcher designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by the celebrated workshop Los Castillo. This sculptural vessel showcases th...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Brass
Brutalist Sun Sculpture by Felipe Delfinger, circa 1970
By Felipe Delfinger
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Its vibrant colors and powerful sculptural presence make it an outstanding example of mid-century Mexican modernism.
Art Glass
Vintage Brass Crab Bowl With Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This enchanting vintage crab-shaped bowl is a standout example of mid-century Mexican artisan metalwork. Hand-crafted from a sophisticated blend of brass and copper, the piece featur...
Brass, Copper
Los Castillo Taxco Bird of Paradise Creamer & Sugar w Malachite Lapis, Mexican
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking mid-century modern creamer and covered sugar set designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by the renowned silversmithing workshop Los Castillo, circa 1950s.
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Petite Pitcher by Los Castillo
By Los Castillo
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this Mid-Century Modern Mexican Petite Pitcher sporting an amazing handle in a bird motif by Los Castillo Taxco México.
Precious Stone
Mid 20th Century Pressed Steel Hobby Horse, Western Mexico
By G. None
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Mid 20th Century Pressed steel hobby horse.
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Green Abstract Enamel Pendant, Taxco, Mexico, 1970s
By Taxco
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Green Abstract Enamel Pendant Taxco Mexico 1.5 w x 2.38 H Preowned original vintage, refer to images listed.
Enamel
$10,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pepe Mendoza Wall Sculpture Bronze & Malachite Mexico Mid Century Modern
By Pepe Mendoza
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Mexican Modernism Pepe Mendoza Patinated Bronze and Malachite Beaded Wheel Wall Sculpture Mexico 1950s. Maker stamped Pepe Mendoza. Two sculptures are availab...
Malachite, Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Bar Car by Eugenio Escudero
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950. We offer this Mexican modernist serving cart, made of mahogany wood black lacquered, with two rectangular shelves.
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Geometric Linked Choker Necklace
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This chunky sterling silver ladies choker necklace was made in Mexico in approximately 1970 in a Mid-Century Modern style.
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Shell Jar, Alpaca, Mexico, 1970s Art
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Mexican Geometric Linked Chunky Bracelet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver ladies bracelet was made in Mexico in approximately 1969 in the period Mid-Century Modern style.
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tray, Alpaca Metal, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Silver Plate Pitcher with Hammered Texture
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking vintage silver plated water pitcher designed and manufactured in Mexico circa the 1950s or earlier. The piece is crafted in solid brass and finished with a heavy silver plat...
Silver Plate, Brass
Salvador Teran Mosaic & Patinated Brass Pitcher Mexican Mid Century
By Salvador Teran
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and very collectible Salvador Teran mosaic and patinated brass pitcher. Born in Taxco, Salvador Teran (1920-1974) trained with Spratling at Las Delicias, then from 1939 worked w...
Brass
Mid 18th Century Glazed Ceramic Botija found in Southern Mexico
By G. None
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Origin: Sisal, Yucatan / Southern México Date of manufacture: Mid 18th Century Materials: Hand-crafted Glazed Terracota.
Ceramic, Terracotta
Mid-Century Modern Footed Dish, Los Castillo Style, Mexico
By Los Castillo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s Mexican mixed metal footed Dish. Metales casados organic shape. Mounted on three balls. No stamp. Made in Mexico. Los Castillo style Dimensions: 2.75...
Metal
Mid-Century Folding Suite of Raffia Furniture - Mexico - Circa 1960
Located in Chatham, ON
Mid century woven raffia folding furniture set with wood frames - light weight - featuring a two seat sofa/settee, two side chairs and a coffee table with Klismos style legs, raffia ...
Raffia, Wood
Los Castillo Taxco Silver Plate Malachite & Lapis Catchall Dish, Mexico 1960s
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of mid-century Mexican Modernist metalwork, this sculptural Los Castillo catchall dish was designed and handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico, circa 1960s.
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall lights - 1950s Mexico
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Beautiful pair of mid-century wall sconces from the 1950s. These elegant fixtures stand out for their refined combination of green-lacquered metal shades and delicate gilded brass de...
Aluminum, Brass
Still Life with Watermelon and Pomegranates — (After Frida Kahlo) ca. 1950
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The composition recalls the sensitivity and visual language characteristic of mid-century Mexican still life painting. The piece is presented the original frame finished in gold lea...
Canvas
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Arturo Pani Bronze Side Table, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico, 1950s
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Arturo Pani Bronze Side Table Mexico City 19.75 h x 27.5 w x 15.5 d Original vintage condition unrestored Refer to images provided. Delivery to SF LA OC Palm Springs.
Bronze
$944Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture by Jose Pinal, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico
By Jose Pinal
Located in Round Top, TX
Powerful wood carving of a peasant farmer by celebrated Mexican artist José Pinal (1913–1983). Known for his expressive, modernist approach to figuration, Pinal's work often centers ...
Wood
Talleres Emaus Mexican Mid-Century Modern Hammered Steel Sun Wall Sculpture
By Emaus
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1960's Mexican mid-century modern hammered steel sun wall sculpture by Talleres Emaús in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico.
Steel
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Arturo Pani Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pair of Iron Obelisks
By Arturo Pani
Located in Mexico City, MX
Pair of Mexican Mid-Century Modern iron obelisks. The obelisks show green patina.
Iron
Mexican Terracotta Folk Art Figure, Pre-Columbian Revival, Mid-20th Century
Located in Rødding, DK
This terracotta figure is a mid-20th century Mexican folk art piece, made in the pre-Columbian revival style associated with Maya and Toltec imagery.
Clay
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Eugenio Escudero, Mexico, 1960
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Spectacular wall unit attributed by the Spanish designer and fervent admirer of Gio Ponti who settled in Mexico, Eugenio Escudero. Escudero is cataloged one of the greatest icons of ...
Brass
Mid-Century Brass & Copper Tea Set by R. Martinez, Mexico, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A four piece mid-century brass tea service set by R. Martinez, c.1950s Mexico.
Brass, Copper
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculpture in Mesquite Wood, Mexico, 1950s
By Mathias Goeritz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1950s Abstract Mesquite Wood Sculpture Mexico Unsigned. In the style of Mathias Goeritz. Dimensions: 33 H x 6.5 D x 13 W Original vintage unrestored conditi...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Los Castillo Silver, Lapis, Malachite Pitcher
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern pitcher/ jug, made by Los Castillo of Mexico, circa 1960.
Metal, Silver Plate
1950s Edmond Spence Mahogany Credenza for Industria Meublera Mexican Modernism
By Industria Mueblera Mexico, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A two door server designed by Edmond Spence for Industria Meublera for the Aztec Line. Mexican Modernism at its finest, this piece consists of solid mahogany. Not a veneer present. D...
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Large Last Supper Abstract Wall Plaque Emaus Mexico
By Emaus
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a mid-century modern large "Last Supper" abstract wall art sculpture modernist plaque by Emaus, Benedictine Monks of Cuernavaca, Mexico.
Silver, Brass
Vintage Green Mercury Glass Bottle, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico, 1950s
By Luis Barragan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Green Mercury Glass Bottle 21.25 h x 5.63 diameter Preowned unrestored vintage condition No label Refer to images provided.
Mercury Glass
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Eugenio Escudero Vitrine Display Cabinet Mexico City Mid Century
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1950s Eugenio Escudero style Mahogany Gilt Glass Vitrine Cabinet Display Showcase. Unmarked. Solid mahogany black lacquer finish. Side glass and front glass...
Brass
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Coral de Miel Handcrafted Onyx Bowl, Mid-Century Modern, Mexico
Located in Miami, FL
Handcrafted from Mexican onyx sourced exclusively from Zacatecas, in the north of Mexico—the only region in the country where this stone is found—Coral de Miel is a sculptural bowl t...
Onyx
$193Sale Price|25% Off
Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Striking and sculptural, this pair of large, mid-century, marble horse-head bookends exudes timeless elegance and craftsmanship.
Onyx
$600Sale Price|50% Off
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Muebles Toluxsena, Mexico 1960
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
For your consideration and as part of Mexican modernism, a lamp that combines three materials, walnut, mahogany and brass, an exquisite design and ready to set the mood for a Mid-Cen...
Brass
Mateos Mexico Tonala Pottery Mid Century Modern Brass Peacock Feather 7" Vase
By Tonala Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mateos Mexico Tonala Pottery Mid Century Modern Brass Peacock Feather 7" Vase after Sergio Bustamante.
Brass
Handcrafted Glass Pendant Lamp by Felipe Delfinger
By Felipe Delfinger
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Its cylindrical form creates a rhythmic visual composition, becomes especially dynamic when illuminated. Rooted in mid-century Mexican design, the piece embodies a distinctive blend...
Art Glass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, 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.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
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.
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