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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser by Stanley Furniture
By Stanley Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning mid-century modern walnut dresser from Stanley Furniture is a true masterpiece of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Wall Mirror by Stanley Furniture
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Bradenton, FL
A mid century arched wall mirror made by Stanley Furniture. A wooden frame in oak is richly grained
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Oak
Mid-Century Vintage "Tivoli" Dresser by Stanley Furniture
By Stanley, Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mesmerize your house guests or visitors with the magic of mid-century American wood grain. Generous
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century MODERN DRESSER Highboy by Stanley Furniture, c. 1960's
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Dresser by Stanley Furniture Co, c. 1960's, offering five deep and spacious
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables/Nightstands by Stanley Furniture
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Side Tables or Nightstands by Stanley Furniture. Dated 1965
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
H 10 in W 26 in D 26 in
Mid Century Modern DRESSER + NIGHTSTANDS SET by Stanley Furniture, c. 1960's
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Fantastic and Well Priced Set consisting of Mid Century Modern Dresser and Nightstand Set by
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Wood
H 44.5 in W 36 in D 19 in
Mid Century Walnut Wall / Cabinet Unit by Stanley Furniture Co.
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A smaller scaled Mid - Century cabinet wall unit that could stand alone with fully finished
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Faux Bamboo Walnut Display Cabinet by Stanley Furniture
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A highly decorative mid-century faux bamboo walnut display cabinet by Stanley Furniture, circa 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This set of mid-century modern walnut nightstands by Stanley Furniture is a true gem from the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Coffee Table with Drawer Stanley Furniture
By Stanley
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful, mid-century, modern, 1960’s, Danish style, coffee table/ bench, by Stanley Furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers by Stanley Furniture, circa 1970s
By Stanley
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers by Stanley Furniture. circa 1970s.
Features a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 31 in W 70 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Walnut Side or End Table w/ Drawers, Nightstand by Stanley Furniture
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Madison, WI
Beautiful high quality designer walnut end table / side table / Accent piece by Stanley Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 23.25 in W 25 in D 15 in
1960's Mid-Century Modern Stanley China Display Cabinet Vitrine
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960's Mid-century Modern china cabinet for sale. It's in great original condition, and a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Round Walnut Coffee Table by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
refinished, this Mid-Century Modern coffee table by Stanley Furniture Co. is a perfect blend of elegance and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Rosewood Dresser by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Rosewood, Walnut
Stanley Walnut Mid Century Dining Side Chair
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Stanley Walnut Mid Century Dining Side Chair
This chair measures: 20 wide x 19 deep x 33 high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Sideboard Credenza Dresser by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stylish 1960s era sideboard/ credenza, dresser by Stanley Furniture. A Minimalist Danish Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Bold Sculptural Stanley Furniture Theme II "Cosmopolitan" Nightstands
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of bold nightstands by Stanley Furniture. Called the Cosmopolitan nightstands, are a part of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Stanley Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2
By Stanley
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern Stanley Walnut Nightstands. Featuring a straight
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Chrome
Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection 12-Drawer Maple Dresser Mirror
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful set of Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection Maple dresser with Mirror and Chest of
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Oval Mid Century Coffee Table by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA
Designer: Stanley Furniture
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1963
Materials: Oak, Laminate
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Oak
Mid Century Walnut Writing Desk in Walnut by Stanley #1
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Stanley Furniture
Era: 1960s
Materials: Walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection 5-Drawer Maple Chest of Drawers
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful set of Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection Maple chest of dfrawers.
Properly
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Credenza by Stanley
By Stanley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
crafted by Stanley Furniture Co. in the 1960s, this sculpted walnut credenza exemplifies refined Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Low Nine Drawer in Walnut by Stanley #1
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Stanley Furniture
Era: 1960s
Materials: Walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Stanley Furniture "Theme II" Line, Midcentury Sculptural King Size Headboard
By Stanley Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
In the style of Erwin Hauer Continua series, sculptural interlocking geometric form king size headboard in original medium pecan finish. The sculptural interlocking hourglass forms a...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Composition
H 40.25 in W 80.5 in D 1.75 in
Wonderful 3 Bay Freestanding Walnut Wall Unit Stanley Mid-Century Modern
By Stanley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful 3-bay freestanding walnut wall unit by Stanley. This set is rare in its original form
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
True Mid-Century Classic Inlaid Rosewood Walnut Credenza Cabinet by Stanley USA
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a superb Mid-Century Modern credenza or sideboard by Stanley. It is mostly walnut with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
H 70.5 in W 72 in D 18 in
Mid Century Low Six Drawer in Walnut by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Stanley Furniture
Era: 1960s
Materials: Walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Distinctive Furniture by Stanley vintage 9 drawer Lowboy
By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Furniture by Stanley.
Iconic mid century styling.
Walnut and brass.
Exotic, purposeful matched veneer that
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Walnut Writing Desk in Walnut by Stanley #2
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Stanley Furniture
Era: 1960s
Materials: Walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Set of 123 Stanley Roberts Contempra Mid Century Modern Stainless Flatware
By Stanley Roberts
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in Japan by Stanley Roberts, this set is wonderfully modernist, extremely robust
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pierre Debs Designed Arm Chair by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single desk chair by Stanley Furniture by Pierre Debs. This captain's chair features a bentwood
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Model 1165 Chairs by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern side chairs by Stanley Furniture. Features an oval wood plank, curved to
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Wood Mirror by Stanley Furniture
Located in Seattle, WA
This mid-century modern mirror by Stanley exemplifies the era’s signature blend of simplicity
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Side End "Spyder Table" by Stanley Friedman for Brueton
By Stanley Friedman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous drinks stand, side table by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton. Spyder table is in the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Cabinet by Stanley
By Stanley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage cabinet by Stanley features two large doors that open to reveal spacious storage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
StanleyAmerican Mid-Century Modern Walnut Geometric Carved Front Sideboard
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century walnut credenza / sideboard with three drawers on the left side, and two
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 30.5 in W 77 in D 20.5 in
Mid Century Modern Oak Dry Bar with Brass Accents
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern dry bar by Stanley Furniture features hardwood construction, oak veneer
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Credenza with Topper by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive midcentury piece features a sturady finished walnut construction including a finished back, a credenza with three dovetail jointed drawers with two cabinets on either...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton Mid-Century Modern Pedestal Dining Table
By Stanley Jay Friedman, Brueton
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern "Radial" dining table
By Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton
USA
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
1962 Large Mid-century Abstract Oil Painting, Stanley Landsman "Raven"
By Stanley Landsman
Located in Miami, FL
1962 Large Mid-century Abstract Oil Painting, Stanley Landsman "Raven"
Offered for sale is a large
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Masonite, Paint
Mid-Century Campaign Style Nightstands by Stanley - a Pair
By Dixie, Broyhill Brasilia, Stanley Furniture, Dixie Furniture Co., Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
A vintage pair of nightstands manufactured by Stanley Furniture. The stylings of this pair combine
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Walnut Nightstands by Stanley
By Stanley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
materials for a timeless Mid-Century Modern addition to any bedroom. Please confirm item location with
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut 6-Drawer Dresser by Stanley furniture.
Located in Seattle, WA
This stunning 6-drawer mid-century modern vintage dresser by Stanley is a true gem, showcasing the
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 32 in W 54 in D 18 in
Stanley Landsman (1930-1984) Infinity mirror mounted 1/6 produced mid century
By Stanley Landsman
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Op Art Infinity mirror by Stanley Landsman noted artist in Whitney and MOMA NYC museum collections
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Art Glass
H 15.25 in W 12 in D 3 in
Set of Four Solid Wood Dining Chairs for Stanley Furniture by Paul Browning
By Stanley Furniture, H. Paul Browning 1
Located in Madison, WI
Beautiful and very high end set of four Walnut dining chairs, for Stanley Furniture by Paul
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Stanley Furniture Walnut Toned Dresser w/ Burl Accent
Located in Seattle, WA
This dresser features tapered legs and dovetailed drawers.Carved wood handles. Dresser from the same series is available in a separate post. Vintage condition consistent with age as...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 30 in W 38 in D 19 in
Midcentury Stanley Walnut and Brass Cane Mirror
By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern walnut mirror by Stanley Furniture. The vintage rectangular mirror features a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
Stanley Young for Glenn of California Mid-Century Modern Chest in Dark Espresso
By Stanley Young, Glenn of California
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Stanley young for Glenn of California four drawer chest of drawers on tapered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
H 37.5 in W 32.75 in D 17.75 in
Pair of Single Drawer Nightstands in Walnut by Stanley #1
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: USA
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Stanley Furniture
Era: 1960s
Materials: Walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Service for 12 Stanley Roberts Tiburon Modern Stainless Bamboo Style Flatware
By Stanley Roberts
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautiful 68 piece, service for twelve, large set of Stanley Roberts stainless steel flatware in
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 8 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in
Pair of Stanley Young for Glenn of California Mid-Century Walnut 4-Drawer Bach
By Stanley Young, Glenn of California
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century walnut bachelor's chests with four drawers in descending size with
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 25.25 in W 32.75 in D 18.75 in
Stanley Young for Glenn of California Mid Century Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Stanley Young, Glenn of California
Located in Countryside, IL
Stanley Young for Glenn of California Mid Century Chest of Drawers Dresser
This chest of drawers
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 32.5 in W 32.75 in D 18 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Dresser by Stanley.
Located in Seattle, WA
This Vintage piece has 6 dovetailed drawers, tapered legs and a walnut tone.. Makers mark inside top drawer. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 52 W ; 19...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dovetailed 3 Drawer Dresser by Stanley
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Toned piece with 3 dovetailed drawers and original finish. Mid Century Design by Stanley
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
STANLEY WALNUT & Iron Hutch / DIVIDER / WALL UNIT. Spade HAND Pulls
By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stanley Distinctive Furniture circa 1960s. Made of walnut with ebonized details throughout, spade pulls
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage Mid Century Modern Dovetailed 3 Drawer Dresser by Stanley
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Toned piece with 3 dovetailed drawers and original finish. Mid Century Design by Stanley
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
1970s Stanley Roberts Covered Butter Dish Japan
By Stanley Roberts
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Stanley Roberts Japan Covered Butter Dish Stainless Steel
Elegant design floral accent
2.5 h x 4.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Stanley Mid-Century Modern Credenza Dovetailed Louvered Front Drawers
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Stanley Mid-Century Modern credenza Dovetailed Louvered front drawers
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Dimensions. 68 W
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
H 31 in W 68 in D 18 in
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Stanley Mid Century Modern Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of stanley mid century modern furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. There are 161 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of stanley mid century modern furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of stanley mid century modern furniture — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of stanley mid century modern furniture, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of stanley mid century modern furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Stanley Young, Glenn of California and Distinctive Furniture By Stanley produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Stanley Mid Century Modern Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of stanley mid century modern furniture at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.
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 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.
Questions About Stanley Mid Century Modern Furniture
- 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. - 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 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.
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