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Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ensemble by De Coene
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern dining room ensemble by De Coene is a rare find of a noted maker, preserved in
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Dining Room Set, Table, Chairs, Sideboard, Labeled, Copeland
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Stamford, CT
Vladimir Kagan (American, 1927-2016) The Kagan Family Copeland Dining Room Set, Vladimir Kagan
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Lacquer
H 30 in W 67.75 in D 67.75 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Dining Room Set for Maxalto, 4 Chairs and Table, 1976
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Vicenza, IT
A dining set composed of four “Africa” dining chairs and an “Artona” table, designed by Afra and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Charles Hollis Jones Triple Arch Dining Table for the "Arch" Line, Signed
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Arch line was created after Charles started working with the owner of the Raiders, Al Davis
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Lucite
Mid-Century Bespoke Italian Carved Wood and Red Leather Card Table Set
By Wendell Castle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Insanely conceived and executed 1980's Italian carved elm table and 6 chair set. The drum shaped
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Set of Six Italian Mid Century Dining Room Mahogany Chairs by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
A splendid Mid-Century Modern set of six dining room chairs by Vittorio Dassi, from the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 38.19 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mahogany and White Cork Dining Set, Set of 5
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a timeless dining set designed by Paul Frankl for The Johnson
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany, Cork
H 29 in W 72 in D 42 in
Restored Rattan Square Koa Wood Dining Table with Stacked Rattan Chairs Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A stunning dining set that embodies timeless elegance and mid-century charm. This restored set
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Rattan
H 30 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Dinette Set, Classic Modern.. Great "smaller" Size
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wonderful little set...Mid-Century Modern square dining or game table with four chairs designed by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Birch
Artona 'Africa' dining set by Tobia Scarpa in walnut wood and leather, Maxalto
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Artona dining table with 'Africa chairs', black leather, walnut
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
H 27.96 in W 70.08 in D 66.15 in
Round Wicker Top Rattan Table with Matching Stools Dining Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century rattan dining set featuring four dining chairs and a dining table. This minimal, yet
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Sets
Materials
Rattan
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dining Chairs by De Coene
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern mahogany dining chairs by De Coene features generous seats and tailored
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Mahogany
Set of Four Milo Baughman Thin Line Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of four thin line chrome dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The chairs
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley as part of the classic Precedent Line, for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 12 Milo Baughman 1187 Thin Line Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Magnificent matching set of 12 Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1187 thin line chrome dining chairs
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Eight Broyhill "Brasilia" Dining Chairs
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8 vintage walnut dining chairs manufactured by Broyhill for the Brasilia collection, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Broyhill Brasilia Dining Chairs Original Set of 10 Mid-Century Modern, 1962-1970
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Topeka, KS
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia original set of 10 dining chairs, 2 arm and 8 sides
Category
Mid-20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 37 in W 21.25 in D 22 in
Mid-Century "Sophisticate" Dining Chairs by Tomlinson- Set of Six
By Tomlinson
Located in Trenton, NJ
This matching set of six dining chairs from the Tomlinson "Sophisticate" line features solid wood
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of four Milo Baughman Thin-Line Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic thin-line dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Walnut Broyhill Saga Dining Table With Leaf
By Broyhill
Located in Trenton, NJ
Elevate your dining experience with this charming Mid-Century Walnut Dining Table, a true gem of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Single Dakota Jackson PFM Upholstered Dining / Arm Chair
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Single Dakota Jackson PFM Upholstered dining / arm chair
Single "PFM" dining
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 34 in W 24.75 in D 25.5 in
Set of Six 'Africa' Mid-Century Italian Dining Chairs by Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
A rare set of dining chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa (re-upholstery included).
Italy, c1975
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of Four Vintage Mid-Century Paul McCobb Shovel Dining Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pasadena, TX
interiors that earned McCobb the title of "America`s decorator" during the mid-twentieth century.
Set of
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Living Room Set with Dining Table in Solid Pine and Chairs in Wood and Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lovely dining room set consisting a large Spanish table in solid pine and eight French dining
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine, Straw, Lacquer, Beech
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 66.93 in
Set of Six "Eva" Dining Room Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1960s
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of six "Eva" dining room chairs designed by Niels Koefoed in 1964 and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid Century Modern Rope Back Dining Chairs By Edward Wormley for Drexel (6)
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Blonde Wood and Rope Back Dining Chairs By Edward Wormley for Drexel - Set of 6
Vintage MCM rare
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 31 in W 22 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 4 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 4 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin.
Vintage Upholstery in a
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 12 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 12 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin.
Selling a set of 8 in
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 8 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 8 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin.
Dimensions are of the
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 dining room "Africa" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Renens, CH
Exceptional set of 6 "Africa" dining room chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa produced by Maxalto 1975
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 16.93 in
Set of 4 Milo Baughman Thin Line Dining Chairs in Ivory Boucle, 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Culver City, CA
chairs are a Classic Mid-Century Modern design that is highly regarded for its sleek and Minimalist
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Set of Eight Henredon Leather Strap Dining Chairs for Restoration
By Henredon
Located in Bridgeport, CT
From Henredon’s, “Acquisitions” line. Finely crafted in mahogany frames with dark brown woven
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.5 in W 21 in D 27 in
6 Brody Seating Company USA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Superb set of 6 American tubular Chrome, Vinyl & Cord Cantilever Dining Chairs made by B. Brody
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34.5 in W 20 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Broyhill Walnut Dining Chairs Six
By Broyhill Brasilia, Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Baltimore, MD
Set of six stunning Mid-Century Modern walnut Broyhill brasilia dining chairs designed by the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Four Mid-Century Modern Dining Chiavari Chairs, Blond Walnut with New Upholstery
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant and robust set of four Mid-Century modern dining Chiavari chairs, in blond walnut with new
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 37.8 in W 16.93 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Chrome "Thin Line" Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A spectacular set of six vintage chrome "Thin Line" dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Black Lacquer John Stuart Chippendale Dining Chairs Mid Century - a Set of 6
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A set of six John Stuart Chippendale dining chairs, two captains chairs and four side. The design
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Vintage 1960s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Textile, Mahogany
H 38 in W 24.75 in D 24 in
MCM Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Table w/Two Leaves & Six Chairs 20thC
By Drexel
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Modern dining set by Drexel of the Profiles line offers extension table with mahogany
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
H 43 in W 22.5 in D 26.5 in
Six Green Milo Baughman "Thin Line" Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
Awesome set of six vintage chrome “Thin Line” dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Restored Rattan & Mahogany Table/Chairs Dining Set with Sideboard
Located in Van Nuys, CA
and solid Mahogany shelves behind three doors.
Dining Room Set comprised of:
Dining table-- 30in.H
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rattan
4 Danish Mid Century Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold MK310 teak dining chairs
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A beautifully sculptural set of 4 Vintage Danish Mid Century Arne Hovmand-Olsen MK310 teak dining
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s Thin Line Series in Chrome
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of six Milo Baughman-designed thin-Line Series Dining Chairs produced by Thayer Coggin in the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 36 in W 20 in D 23 in
Restored Arch Arm Rattan Loung Chair & Sofa Living Room Set w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1950s living room set featuring a two-strand, three-seat sofa featuring the “Arch
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Rattan
1980s Six-Piece Seating Set, Solid Wood Frames Lined with Interlaced Wicker
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish, 1980s six-piece seating set, design set composed of two armchairs and four chairs with
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
H 40.95 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Set of 6 Dining Chairs by George Nakashima
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A rare set of 6 model 206-W dining chairs in walnut designed by George Nakashima dining chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Italian Set of Six Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, beech, leather, Italy, 1970s.
A delicate set of chairs that are well
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Paul McCobb Dining Chairs Set of Six Refinished & Reupholstered
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs, designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture's Directional
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Glass Dining Table Brass Plated Connector Attributed to Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen
Located in Topeka, KS
base. Simple. Sleek. Elegant. Perfect dining table to pair with some Mid-Century Modern chairs. Or, use
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 28.75 in W 60 in D 36 in
Set of 6 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
4 Streamline Modern Railroad Dining Car Chairs Stainless Steel and Orange Fabric
Located in Topeka, KS
Outstanding set of four Streamline Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco, or Industrial modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 33 in W 18.5 in D 23 in
Set of 4 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 10 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 12 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Guillerme & Chambron Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Solid Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, set of twelve dining chairs, oak, France, 1960s.
Set of
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
French Set of Four Dining Chairs in Ash and Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, ash, straw, France, 1960s.
This set of four dining chairs features a
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Ash
Set of 8 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Edward Wormley for Mobilier Universel Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Mobilier Universel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
that would prove to be timeless. This set of chairs belongs to that line of furniture.
Edward Wormley
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme & Chambron Set of Four Dining Chairs with Rope Seats
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, set of four dining chairs, oak and rope, France, 1960s.
Set of four dining
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
Gianni Moscatelli Dining Chairs for Formanova, 1968, Set of 10
By Gianni Moscatelli, Formanova
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianni Moscatelli dining chairs for Formanova, faux-fur and iron, Italy, 1968, set of ten.
These
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Gianni Moscatelli Dining Chairs for Formanova, 1968, Set of 12
By Gianni Moscatelli, Formanova
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianni Moscatelli dining chairs for Formanova, faux-fur and iron, Italy, 1968, set of twelve
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
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Mid Century Modern Line Dining Room Set For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century modern line dining room set for your home. A mid century modern line dining room set — often made from metal, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 1010 options for an antique or vintage mid century modern line dining room set now, or shop our selection of 300 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the mid century modern line dining room set you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century modern line dining room set, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern line dining room set over the years, but those crafted by Serge Mouille, Guido Faleschini and i4 Mariani are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Line Dining Room Set?
Prices for a mid century modern line dining room set can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $75 and can go as high as $700,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,849.
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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