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Mid-Century Modern Eames Rkr Rocking Accent Chair 1st Generation
Located in Seattle, WA
Mid-Century Modern Eames RKR wire rocking chair features orange bikini pads for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Eames Style Lounge & Ottoman by Plycraft Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Eames Style Bentwood Lounge & Ottoman by Plycraft Upholstered in Teal Blue
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
H 38.25 in W 33.5 in D 36 in
Mid Century Modern Eames for Miller Faux Leather, Wood & Chrome Ottoman C1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Modern Eames for Miller ottoman offers faux leather button seat in wood frame raised
Category
Mid-20th Century Footstools
Materials
Metal
H 16.25 in W 25.5 in D 23.75 in
Mid Century Modern Eames by Miller (attr.) Chrome & Leather Desk Chair C1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Modern Eames by Miller (attr.) desk chair offers leather ribbed back and seat on
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 39 in W 25.5 in D 29.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Eames for Miller Table & Swivel Chairs by Cazzaniga, 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid-Century Modern Eames for Miller dining or conference table offers laminated top raised on
Category
Mid-20th Century Conference Tables
Materials
Aluminum
H 29.25 in W 96.25 in D 42 in
Mid Century Modern Eames Style Screw Configuration Bentwood LCW Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Early Eames Style Screw Configuration Bentwood LCW Lounge Chair
The Mid Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 28.5 in W 19.25 in D 22 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Eames LKR-1 Black Cats Cradle Lounge Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
1st generation Eames LKR made for Herman Miller. All original cream colored hopsack bikini over
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mid Century Modern Eames Flag from IBM Pavilion Worlds Fair 1964
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
mid-century modern architectural elements and design designed for the IBM pavilions. The flag is made
Category
Mid-20th Century American Architectural Elements
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Mid Century Eames La Fonda Chairs by Herman Miller Newly Upholstered - Pair
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Eames La Fonda Chairs by Herman Miller Newly Upholstered in Zebra Print Cow Hide
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Eames for Miller MKX Wire Mesh Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Genuine set of Mid-Century Modern Eames for Herman Miller MKX-l wire mesh dining chairs. The chairs
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Eames Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chair And Ottoman
By Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1970's Mid-Century Modern Eames Brazilian rosewood and leather lounge chair and ottoman
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black Management Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum
Early MCM Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Grey Fabric Swivel Chair
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An early mid century modern Eames for Herman Miller aluminum group swivel chair. A super iconic
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black Mesh Executive Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning Authentic Mid-Century Modern eames aluminum group executive chair.
A timeless design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 41.5 in W 23 in D 23 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Leather Management Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33 in W 23 in D 23 in
Mid-Century Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Gray Leather Management Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Target Back Barstools
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
leather rawhide laces. Upholstered with a mid-century modern Eames/Miller style floral design pattern in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black Leather Management Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern ebonized wood and chrome chair by DCM Eames. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 21
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern ESU Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Eames Cabinet
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The Charles and Ray Eames cabinet is a timeless masterpiece of mid-century modern design, a true
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
H 58.25 in W 47.5 in D 17 in
Mid Century Modern Time Life Stool by Charles & Ray Eames
By Ray Eames
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Early example of a Time Life stool by Charles and Ray Eames. Influenced by Rays background as a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Desk
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The Charles and Ray Eames desk is a quintessential example of mid-century modern design
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Herman Miller No1 Eames Conference Table
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this super rare and highly collectable, original, Mid Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid century modern shell chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Eames Herman Miller Rolling Contract Side Table Mid-Century Modern
By Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Eames Herman Miller Rolling Contract Side Table Mid-Century Modern. Item features off white
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Charles & Ray Eames Swivel Chairs, Ottoman, Seating Group
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Charles & Ray Eames swivel chairs, ottoman, seating group
Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 38.5 in W 24 in D 25 in
Mid-Century Modern White Vintage Fiberglass Chair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage model DSS-N fiberglass chair was designed by Charles & Ray Eames and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 22.64 in D 21.46 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Boomerang Desk with Eames Herman Miller Base
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Something old, something new, something borrowed… but it’s not blue. This Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Charles Eames Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Multi Color Compact Sofa Loveseat
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Charles Eames Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Multi Color Compact Sofa Loveseat Bench
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 35 in W 72 in D 26 in
MCM Eames Herman Miller Natural Oak 60" Round Top Tables Black Universal Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern Eames for Herman Miller 60” round tables comprised of light
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
MCM Eames Herman Miller Natural Oak Round Universal Base Table w/ Gromet Hole
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern Eames for Herman Miller 60” round tables comprised of light
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Vintage Aluminum Office Desk Chair Ray & Charles Eames 1958
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage office chair or desk chair EA 124 by Charles & Ray Eames, which features
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 38.98 in W 25.01 in D 27.96 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of Four DKR Bikini Chairs by Charles Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Catania, CT
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Some rust spots on the metal. Original from 60s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
charles and ray eames la chaise lounge chair for vitra mid century modern
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Boise, ID
stunning design by the powerhouse couple
Ray and Charles Eames
it is in great condition just
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Moder Time Life Stool by Charles & Ray Eames
By Ray Eames
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Early example of a Time Life stool by Charles and Ray Eames. Influenced by Rays background as a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A nice early set of four DCW chairs designed by Charles Eames and produced by Herman Miller in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
H 29 in W 20 in D 22.5 in
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Charcoal Gray Dowel Base Eames Dining Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Lafayette, IN
to any Mid-Century home or office!
*7 of 8 chairs bases will require assembly and mounting once
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 21 in
Set of 6 Vitra EA107 Aluminum Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames 'Mid-Century Modern'
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Chair is super iconic, award winning, pretty much the most well-known chair of the Mid-Centruy Modern
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.89 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Shell Dining Chairs by Charles Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of molded plywood dining chairs designed by Charles Eames and produced by Herman
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Round Coffee Table Charles Eames Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare 1950's coffee table designed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, early production, Aluminum
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chromed Steel/ Black Leather Eames Era Lounge Chair
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
, designed 1956 by Charles & Ray Eames. Chromed steel base and black leather, very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 39.38 in
Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut DCW Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller mid century walnut DCW chair
The chair measures: 19.25 wide x 21.5 deep
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Orange Vintage Dining Chairs Charles Ray Eames Chairs 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern orange original vintage set of 4 dining chairs by Charles and Ray Eames 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 24.02 in D 21.26 in
Mid Century Plywood Desk Unit by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
This mid century Eames Desk Unit was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1952
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Charles & Ray Eames Tandem Seating for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Beirut, LB
Iconic three-shell seating tandem by Charles & Ray Eames, black fiberglass shells on an aluminium
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Brown Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century modern office
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Round White Laminate Side Table
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames for Herman Miller mid century round white laminate side table
This side table measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Yellow Fiberglass Shell Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Yellow Fiberglass Shell Chair
The chair measures: 24.75 wide
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Blue Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Blue Chair
The chair measures: 24.75 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Red Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Red Chair
The chair measures: 24.75 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Upholstered Shell Office Chair
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century upholstered shell office chair
This chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Upholstered Shell Office Chair
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century upholstered shell office chair
This chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Original Charles & Ray Eames Mid Century Leg Splint in Molded Plywood, 1943
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Stockholm, SE
produced by Evans 1943. A true mid century collectible piece perfect as a wall sculpture etc.
Height: 42
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plywood, Paper
H 42.13 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Original Mid Century Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller DAX Chair Labelled
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Original Iconic Mid Century Modern Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller DAX Chair Branding Under
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Here we have an iconic design classic from the Mid-Century Modern period. This vintage fiberglass
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 24.5 in D 22.5 in
Mid Century Black Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
The Aluminum Group Management side office chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Ray and Charles Eames Leg Splint for Evans Products
By Evans Products Company, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century WWII leg splint created by Charles and Ray Eames for Evans Products Company, 1943
Category
Vintage 1940s North American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plywood
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, Oak and Leather
Category
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 32.29 in W 31.89 in D 27.56 in
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Dining Table
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller mid century dining table
The table measures: 53 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs Pair
By Charles Eames, Vitra, Eero Saarinen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
in New York, A Mid-Century Modern masterpiece of the Eames era.
The upholstered biomorphically
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Oak
H 32.5 in W 28.5 in D 26.5 in
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Mid Century Modern Eames For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of mid century modern eames for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and plastic, all mid century modern eames available were constructed with great care. There are 4622 antique and vintage mid century modern eames for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century modern eames have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century modern eames bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Charles Eames each produced beautiful mid century modern eames that are worth considering.
How Much are Mid Century Modern Eames?
Prices for mid century modern eames start at $19 and top out at $425,000 with the average selling for $2,297.
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.
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