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Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern crucifix is a poignant example of European studio pottery that combines the
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceramic crucifix is a fine example of mid-century modern religious art, handcrafted by an
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern wall cross represents the innovative artistic currents that swept through
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Vintage 1950s European Brutalist Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Artisanal Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceramic crucifix is a profound representation of mid-century modern European studio artistry
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Outsider and Self Taught Art
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Brass Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM brass crucifix with Jesus on the cross, circa 1970s. Nice weight and detail; made
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM brass crucifix with Jesus on the cross, circa 1970s. Nice weight and detail. #3465
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM brass crucifix with Jesus on the cross, circa 1970s. Nice weight and detail. #3510
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Studio Crafted Ceramic Wall Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceramic wall cross is a distinguished piece of mid-century modern religious art, meticulously
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Bronze Crucifix Cross, West Germany
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Handsome mid century brutalist bronze crucifix, handmade in West Germany. Unknown artist.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
X-Large Mid-Century Modern Wallnut & Brass Crucifix, 1950s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
X-Large Mid-Century Modern walnut & brass crucifix, 1950s Germany.
Super elegant, very puristic
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Vallauris French Mid-century Ceramic Crucifix, 1950s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Mid-century ceramic crucifix, France, 1950s. Exceptional design and quality. Height: 12.3
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Ceramic Crucifix with INRI Inscription
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceramic crucifix is a distinctive artifact of mid-century European studio pottery
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Ceramic Crucifix with Cobalt Glaze
Located in Chicago, IL
This solemn and evocative ceramic crucifix is a representative work of mid-century modern religious
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Studio Art Pottery Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern wall crucifix exemplifies the innovative spirit of European studio art
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Late 20th Century European Brutalist Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Brass Crucifix with an Hand Carved Teak Jesus Sculpture
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern brass crucifix with an hand carved teak Jesus sculpture, 1950s
Super elegant
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Brass
H 22.05 in W 16.15 in D 2.17 in
Lot of Five Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Bronze Crucifix Cross Wall Decoration
By Egino Günther Weinert
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist 1970s to 1980s German bronze Crosses for Wall Decoration. Found at an
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Bronze
H 5.75 in W 3.75 in D 0.13 in
Stunning Swedish Edmond J. Spence Crucifix Walnut Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Pemberton, NJ
recognisable high-quality construction. The four hinged cabinets open via handles of cut-out crucifixes. The
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Maple, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 74.75 in D 20 in
Large Mid-Century Era Brass Plated Christian Church Cross or Crucifix
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1970 and done in the period Mid-Century style. The cross is composed of a brass plated steel with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Large Mid-Century Era Brass Church Cross or Crucifix with Stepped Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
, in approximately 1970 in a Mid-Century Modern style. The cross is believed to be composed of solid
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Art Deco / Mid-Century Crucifix Depicting a Nikel Plated Bronze Jesus on Cross
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / mid-century crucifix depicting a nikel plated bronze Jesus on Cross.
Wall Crucifix
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 12.6 in W 4.73 in D 1.11 in
Midcentury Wood Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice midcentury wood crucifix with a brass Jesus on the cross, circa 1970s. Nice detail and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Georges Jouve Crucifix
By Georges Jouve
Located in Chicago, IL
Georges Jouve Crucifix in Black glazed earthenware
Inscribed to top 'INRI'.
Incised signature
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Modernist Stainless Steel Crucifix / Cross
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist stainless steel crucifix / cross with Jesus, circa 1970s. The piece measures 5"W x 10"H
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Stainless Steel
Midcentury Brass and Walnut Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice brass and walnut crucifix, circa 1970s. Nice weight and detail. #1199.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Unusual Unique Abstract Crucifix Sculpture Formed from 15th Century Nails
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and unique hand crafted English abstract sculptural crucifix made from 15th century hand
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
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H 14.38 in W 13 in D 4.83 in
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Corpus Wall Cross
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern wall cross is a notable example of European studio pottery from the 20th
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Ceramic Wall Cross with Dove
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern ceramic cross showcases the bold, expressive aesthetic that was prevalent
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist Aluminum Crucifix with Ebonized Cross
Located in Ferndale, MI
Stylized figure of Christ on black lacquered cross.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Vintage Crucifix in Bronze and Iron
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage crucifix of fine Italian manufacture from the 1950s.
The vintage crucifix was
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Small Minimalist Walnut and Aluminum Crucifix / Cross
Located in San Diego, CA
Small minimalist walnut and aluminum crucifix / cross, circa 1960s. The piece measures 8.5" high x
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Small Minimalist Walnut and Aluminum Crucifix / Cross
Located in San Diego, CA
Small Minimalist walnut and aluminum crucifix / cross, circa 1960s. The piece measures 8.5" high x
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Minimalist Wood and Brushed Aluminum Crucifix / Cross
Located in San Diego, CA
Minimalist wood and brushed aluminum crucifix / cross, circa, 1970s. The piece measures 7.75" high
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Modernist Rosewood & Sterling Silver Crucifix / Cross by Taxco
By Taxco
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist rosewood and sterling silver crucifix / cross by Taxco of Mexico, circa 1970s. The piece
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Modernist Rosewood & Sterling Silver Crucifix / Cross by Taxco
By Taxco
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist rosewood and sterling silver crucifix / cross by Taxco of Mexico, circa 1970s. The piece
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Midcentury European Black, Brown, Gold Ceramic Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceramic crucifix is a quintessential representation of mid-century modern artistry
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Abstract Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Wall Cross, Red & White, Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
This vibrant mid-century modern ceramic cross is a striking example of the period's avant-garde
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Rare Wall Crucifix Vienna Around 1950s 'Attr. Hagenauer'
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Wien, AT
Wall crucifix attr. Hagenauer vienna around 1950s
Original patina
Original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Brass, Copper
Modernist red crucifix with Christ figure, wall decoration handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist Crucifix made in Europe by Studio Pottery artist. Deep red brown glossy cross contrasting
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Crucifix Cross Cloisonné Enamel Mounted on Onyx Europe, 1920
Located in Paris, FR
Crucifix Cross in decorated in cloisonné enamel mounted on Onyx Europe 1920
Very nice work , all
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Brass, Enamel
Modernist Crucifix on Travertine in the Style of Talleres Monastico Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 8.5"W x 3"D x 15.55"H. Great mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
16-Inch Modernist Studio Pottery Wall Crucifix - Handmade in Europe
Located in Chicago, IL
This 16-inch modernist studio pottery wall crucifix, meticulously crafted in Europe, showcases a
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
MCM Petite Red Enamel and Brass Crucifix / Cross on Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM petite red enamel and brass crucifix / cross on base, circa 1970s. Nice weight and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Modernist Abstract Carved Hardwood Crucifix, Corpus of Christ Sculpture Cross
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully stylized, midcentury crucifix.
This handcrafted religious work of art shows us that
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Hardwood
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H 17 in W 4.25 in D 1.75 in
Unique and Large Crucifix with Hand Crafted Ceramic Corpus of Christ
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique and artistic crucifix from the Italian Midcentury Modern era. This ceramic work of religious
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Six Walnut Foster and McDavid Cane Back Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Set by Foster McDavid. Founded in 1950 in Tampa, Florida- Foster
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
5 Walnut Foster and McDavid Cane-Back Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Set by Foster McDavid. Founded in 1950 in Tampa, Florida- Foster
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century European Studio Pottery Cross
Located in Chicago, IL
techniques of the time. It reflects the broader mid-century modern ethos of integrating functional objects
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Unique and Large Crucifix with a Rare Size Hand Crafted Ceramic Corpus of Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and artistic crucifix from the European Midcentury Modern era.
Over the centuries the
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Metal
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H 69.5 in W 19.7 in D 8.6 in
Mid-Century Wall Cross - Black, White, Red - Handmade Studio Pottery, Europe
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century wall crucifix is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship. The elongated cross
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
H 8.75 in W 3 in D 0.63 in
Mid Century Ceramic Wall Cross, Red & Beige, Hand Made Studio Pottery, Europe
Located in Chicago, IL
this field. The style of the Christ depiction is equally unique, with a modernist and distinctly modern
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
H 5.5 in W 3 in D 0.5 in
Mid Century Thin Glossy Red Ceramic Wall Cross with Embossed Circles Pattern
Located in Chicago, IL
wall of modernist crucifixes, and appeals to those who appreciate the symbolism and beauty of religious
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 8.5 in W 5.88 in D 0.5 in
Midcentury Modern Wall Cross - Greens & White, Handmade Studio Pottery
Located in Chicago, IL
. This large collection offers an opportunity to curate a custom wall of modernist crucifixes, and
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
2 Midcentury Organic Modern / Sculptures/ Lounge Chairs, Frederick Kiesler, 1947
By Frederick John Kiesler
Located in New York, NY
of This Century Gallery in New York, for which he planned every aspect, from an innovative method of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Oak
H 25.5 in W 18.88 in D 35.5 in
Rare Organic Modern Sculpture / Bench Attributed to Frederick Kiesler circa 1947
By Frederick John Kiesler
Located in New York, NY
A Rare sculpture / organic modern bench in thick, layered and molded plywood attributed to the
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 16.5 in W 30.5 in D 18.75 in
Sculptural Wall Art Abstract Modernist Wood Cross
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sculptural Modernism Vintage Wall Art Abstract Wood Cross Crucifix
27H x 18.75 w x 1.75 D
Original
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Red Ceramic Cross with Christ Figure, a Modernist Northern European Collectible
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern ceramic crucifix, handcrafted by a European studio pottery artist, embodies
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 6.75 in W 5.13 in D 0.63 in
Modernist Cobalt Blue and Gold Wall Cross - European Studio Pottery Masterpiece
Located in Chicago, IL
cobalt blue crucifix enriched with subtle gold accents cross, bearing an exceptional modernist
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.75 in W 7.88 in D 1 in
Petite Wall Cross, handmade ceramic, woven relief in glossy terracotta, Europe
Located in Chicago, IL
opportunity to curate a custom wall of modernist crucifixes or find a perfect gift for those who appreciate
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
H 2.88 in W 3 in D 0.13 in
Glossy Red Ceramic Cross with Abstract Matte Christ Figure in Earth Tones
Located in Chicago, IL
characterized mid-century modern design.
This crucifix is a fine example of how studio potters of the period
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Outsider and Self Taught Art
Materials
Ceramic
H 5.38 in W 3.38 in D 0.5 in
Germanic Virgin Mary and Child Jesus Wall Decoration, Modernist Studio Pottery
Located in Chicago, IL
ceramics. This large collection offers an opportunity to curate a custom wall of modernist crucifixes, and
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.38 in W 2.88 in D 1.13 in
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Mid Century Modern Crucifix For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modern crucifix you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A mid century modern crucifix — often made from ceramic, clay and metal — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century modern crucifix — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each mid century modern crucifix bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Taxco each produced at least one beautiful mid century modern crucifix that is worth considering.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Crucifix?
A mid century modern crucifix can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $310, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $3,700.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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 legendary 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.
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.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Crucifix
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid 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, 2021Mid 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. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 22, 2021Most 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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