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MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany
MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany

MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany

By Gebrüder Deyhle

Located in San Diego, CA

Sculptural mid-century modern modular desk organizer by Karl Deyhle, produced in Germany circa the 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Metal

asymmetrical Mid-Century Modern desk, vintage
asymmetrical Mid-Century Modern desk, vintage

asymmetrical Mid-Century Modern desk, vintage

Located in Neuss, NW

Modular 1960s desk combining functional sophistication with a floating appearance. The asymmetrical design is a characteristic feature of this 3-piece furniture set, which can be use...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modular Desk and Storage Unit by Mojmír Požár, UP Závody, 1960s
Mid-Century Modular Desk and Storage Unit by Mojmír Požár, UP Závody, 1960s

Mid-Century Modular Desk and Storage Unit by Mojmír Požár, UP Závody, 1960s

By M. Požár

Located in Praha, CZ

Mid-Century Modern multifunctional modular furniture set designed by Mojmír Požár and manufactured by UP Závody in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Laminate Desk with Integrated Bookshelf Hutch, Writing Desk
Mid-Century Modern Laminate Desk with Integrated Bookshelf Hutch, Writing Desk

Mid-Century Modern Laminate Desk with Integrated Bookshelf Hutch, Writing Desk

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A clean-lined Mid-Century Modern desk with an integrated laminate hutch, crafted with a soft wood-tone laminate surface, featuring a classic 1960s modular look.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Laminate

1970s Expandable Modular Desk by Pamio, Toso & Massari for Stilwood
1970s Expandable Modular Desk by Pamio, Toso & Massari for Stilwood

1970s Expandable Modular Desk by Pamio, Toso & Massari for Stilwood

By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Noti Massari, Stilwood

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso, and Noti Massari for Stilwood in Italy during the 1970s, this expandable desk operates as a compact modular system that transforms with use. T...

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Mid-Century wall-mounted illuminated drop-front desk cabinet by Beaver & Tapley
Mid-Century wall-mounted illuminated drop-front desk cabinet by Beaver & Tapley

Mid-Century wall-mounted illuminated drop-front desk cabinet by Beaver & Tapley

By Beaver and Tapley

Located in London, GB

Beaver & Tapley is a British furniture manufacturer founded in London shortly after the First World War. In the 1950s, they began focusing on high-quality, design-led furniture, infl...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Brazilian Mid-century Desk with Armchair, Geraldo de Barros for Unilabor, 1950s
Brazilian Mid-century Desk with Armchair, Geraldo de Barros for Unilabor, 1950s

Brazilian Mid-century Desk with Armchair, Geraldo de Barros for Unilabor, 1950s

By Geraldo de Barros

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Geraldo de Barros (1923–1998), this desk and matching chair exemplify the designer’s disciplined approach to structure and material within Brazilian modernism. Closely al...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Modular Desk Set with White Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3
Modular Desk Set with White Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3

Modular Desk Set with White Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3

By M. Požár

Located in Żory, PL

This vintage furniture set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced in the 1960s in the Czech Republic. The set consists of three elements: - smaller cabinet: 40x42x60cm - larger ca...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Wood

Olivetti Desk 1960's
Olivetti Desk 1960's

Olivetti Desk 1960's

By Olivetti

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

Constructed from a refined mix of materials—steel, plastic, and other industrial elements—it reflects the company’s forward-thinking approach to blending technology with design. The ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Desk by Elmar Flototto
Desk by Elmar Flototto

Desk by Elmar Flototto

By Elmar Flötotto

Located in Brussels, BE

The desk by Elmar Flototto from circa 1980 features a beech wood structure paired with a brown formica surface, showcasing the Profilsystem design. Its natural beech construction exe...

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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Formica, Beech

Modular Set by Designer Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
Modular Set by Designer Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s, Czechoslovakia

Modular Set by Designer Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s, Czechoslovakia

By M. Požár

Located in Praha, CZ

- Wooden veneered construction - Upper surfaces black opaxite glass - Glass bears signs of use, small fragments - Original condition preserved. - Cleaned up.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Wood

Writing Desk by Gianfranco FRATTINI for BERNINI, 1961
Writing Desk by Gianfranco FRATTINI for BERNINI, 1961

Writing Desk by Gianfranco FRATTINI for BERNINI, 1961

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Elegant modular walnut Desk, mod. 807 with black leather and aluminium detail. The roll top tambour-door opens by pulling out the leather writing surface. There are 8 pull-out drawer...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

George Ciancimino Trèfle Cloverleaf Desk for Mobilier International
George Ciancimino Trèfle Cloverleaf Desk for Mobilier International

George Ciancimino Trèfle Cloverleaf Desk for Mobilier International

By George Ciancimino, Mobilier International

Located in Hanover, MA

Giancarlo George Ciancimino designed "Trèfle" (Cloverleaf) executive desk produced by Mobilier International, France, 1965. Cold drawn and polished solid aluminum vertical supports i...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Gio Ponti Directional Desk for Egidio Proserpio, 1955
Gio Ponti Directional Desk for Egidio Proserpio, 1955

Gio Ponti Directional Desk for Egidio Proserpio, 1955

By Gio Ponti, Egidio Proserpio

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Gio Ponti Directional Desk for Egidio Proserpio, sapele, Italy, 1955 Executed by Egidio Proserpio in Barzanò, the “Directional” desk by Gio Ponti translates architectural precision ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Sapele Wood

Italian Modernist Walnut and Brass Writing Desk, 1950s
Italian Modernist Walnut and Brass Writing Desk, 1950s

Italian Modernist Walnut and Brass Writing Desk, 1950s

By Franco Albini

Located in Uithoorn, NL

This one-of-a-kind Italian desk in walnut with brass details is a rare and authentic piece of craftsmanship from the 1940s–50s. Handmade rather than produced in series, it combines ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

940s Dutch Piet Zwart for Bruynzeel Attributed Writing Desk
940s Dutch Piet Zwart for Bruynzeel Attributed Writing Desk

940s Dutch Piet Zwart for Bruynzeel Attributed Writing Desk

By Bruynzeel, Piet Zwart

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Compact Dutch writing desk attributed to Piet Zwart for Bruynzeel, dating to the 1940s. The solid oak frame is finished in a warm golden tone with four straight legs and a clean apro...

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Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Laminate, Oak

Pupil Desk by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1970s
Pupil Desk by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1970s

Pupil Desk by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1970s

By Joe Colombo

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District

Designed in the early 1970s by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, the “Pupil” drafting desk embodies the designer’s radical vision of functional, modular furniture. Built on a tubular stee...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk
Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk

Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk

By Knoll, Franco Albini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Franco Albini for Knoll, model 80, glass, lacquered wood, lacquered steel, Italy, 1949 Franco Albini’s model 80 desk combines glass, steel and wood which resulted in a minimalistic ...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Studio BBPR 'Spazio' Corner Desk with Movable Cabinet
Studio BBPR 'Spazio' Corner Desk with Movable Cabinet

Studio BBPR 'Spazio' Corner Desk with Movable Cabinet

By Studio BBPR, Olivetti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desk with various storage compartments, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s In 1954, Olivetti, the Ital...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Sculptural Modular Library Wall Unit Desk Gerald McCabe Mid Century Modern
Sculptural Modular Library Wall Unit Desk Gerald McCabe Mid Century Modern

Sculptural Modular Library Wall Unit Desk Gerald McCabe Mid Century Modern

By Gerald McCabe

Located in Chula Vista, CA

The unit is defined by dramatic, sweeping curved wooden vertical supports that echo the silhouettes of mid-century Studio Craft furniture. Modular Configuration.It features integrate...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Wood

Danish Modern "Kontour" Steel and Teak Executive Desk by Hans Wegner
Danish Modern "Kontour" Steel and Teak Executive Desk by Hans Wegner

Danish Modern "Kontour" Steel and Teak Executive Desk by Hans Wegner

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk (Kontour - Model A 164 ) by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, ca. 1965, Denmark.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

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Stainless Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti Small 'Spazio' Desk with Drawers
Studio BBPR for Olivetti Small 'Spazio' Desk with Drawers

Studio BBPR for Olivetti Small 'Spazio' Desk with Drawers

By Studio BBPR, Olivetti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' desk with drawers, steel, vinyl, plastic, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s In 1954, Olivetti, the Italian office equipment manufacturer, h...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s
Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful and incredibly rare midcentury red "Platone" folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelly in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is in amazing v...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s
Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Fabulous and incredibly rare midcentury blue "Platone" folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelly in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is in spectacul...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desk in Grey Coated Steel
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desk in Grey Coated Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desk in Grey Coated Steel

By Studio BBPR, Olivetti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desk, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s In 1954, Olivetti, the Italian office equipment manufacturer,...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel
Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Desks in Grey Coated Steel

By Studio BBPR, Olivetti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' writing desks, coated steel, plastic, vinyl, Italy, design 1959/60, production 1960s In 1954, Olivetti, the Italian office equipment manufacturer...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Midcentury "Platone" White Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, 1970s
Midcentury "Platone" White Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, 1970s

Midcentury "Platone" White Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Lovely white "Platone" folding desk. Designed by the visionary Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Anonima Castelli in Italy during the 1970s. The desk is signed on the bottom. In br...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum, Steel

"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s
"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s

"Kroma" Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy, 1980s

By Antonia Astori

Located in Brussels, BE

Architect, designer, and entrepreneur, Antonia Astori began her own design activity within the Driade company, founded with her brother Enrico and Adelaide Acerbi, to whom she offers...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina
Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina

Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina

By Le Corbusier, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

LC16 desk by Le Corbusier for Cassina. Working closely with the Fondatiòn Le Corbusier and maintaining the utmost respect for its original design, Cassina re-edits the LC16 Bu...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina
Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina

Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina

By Le Corbusier, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Writing desk designed by Le Corbusier in 1957. Relaunched in 2010. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Defying the laws of physics, going beyond what we normally understand by the ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina
Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina

Le Corbusier LC16 Writing Wood Desk and Shelve by Cassina

By Le Corbusier, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Writing desk designed by Le Corbusier in 1957. Relaunched in 2010. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Defying the laws of physics, going beyond what we normally understand by the ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Flip-Top Executive Desk in Teak by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark, c. 1960s
Flip-Top Executive Desk in Teak by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark, c. 1960s

Flip-Top Executive Desk in Teak by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark, c. 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

This sophisticated Danish Mid-Century Modern flip-top executive desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s, exemplifies the era’s seamless blend of form and fun...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Teak

Le Corbusier LC16 Desk and Shelve and Cabanon Stools Set by Cassina
Le Corbusier LC16 Desk and Shelve and Cabanon Stools Set by Cassina

Le Corbusier LC16 Desk and Shelve and Cabanon Stools Set by Cassina

By Cassina, Le Corbusier

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Writing desk designed by Le Corbusier in 1957. Relaunched in 2010. Maison du Brésil and Cabanon Stools designed by Le Corbusier in 1952-59. Relaunched in 2010. Manufactured by Cass...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Rare Standing George Nelson / Herman Miller Action Office 1 Desk
Rare Standing George Nelson / Herman Miller Action Office 1 Desk

Rare Standing George Nelson / Herman Miller Action Office 1 Desk

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

It carries the quiet confidence of American mid-century innovation.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Aluminum

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Located in Markington, GB

Sought-after free-hanging XXL wall unit / sideboard with integrated desk and shelving, circa mid-century vintage. A highly versatile and sculptural modular wall system, designed in ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Geraldo de Barros writing desk Unilabor Brazil 1956
Geraldo de Barros writing desk Unilabor Brazil 1956

Geraldo de Barros writing desk Unilabor Brazil 1956

By Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice minimalistic small writing desk designed by Geraldo de Barros and manufactured by Unilabor, Brazil 1956. The desk is made up of three main parts. The black iron frame, rose...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Metal

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard

Located in Markington, GB

Sought-after free-hanging XXL wall unit / sideboard with integrated desk and shelving, mid-century vintage. A striking and highly versatile modular wall system, designed in the spir...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Italian Vintage Writing Desk Attributed to Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
Italian Vintage Writing Desk Attributed to Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)

Italian Vintage Writing Desk Attributed to Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in London, GB

Italian vintage writing desk attributed to celebrated furniture maker, Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s). This represents iconic design along with a gorgeous marquetry exterior and iconic...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Wood

Paul McCobb 'Cache Desk Organiser' Wood and Steel by Karakter
Paul McCobb 'Cache Desk Organiser' Wood and Steel by Karakter

Paul McCobb 'Cache Desk Organiser' Wood and Steel by Karakter

By Paul McCobb

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Storage unit designed by Paul McCobb in 1952. The foundation of the Cache series, part of Paul McCobb’s extensive Planner series, is a beautifully simplistic and easy table with ...

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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

V-Shaped Walnut Desk w/ Black Leather Top After Harvey Probber, USA, c. 1960s
V-Shaped Walnut Desk w/ Black Leather Top After Harvey Probber, USA, c. 1960s

V-Shaped Walnut Desk w/ Black Leather Top After Harvey Probber, USA, c. 1960s

By Harvey Probber

Located in Deland, FL

This commanding V-shaped executive desk, inspired by the innovative designs of Harvey Probber, captures the sleek sophistication of Mid-Century Modern style from the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Leather, Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Modular Wall Unit
Mid-Century Walnut Modular Wall Unit

Mid-Century Walnut Modular Wall Unit

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-century modular walnut wall unit, circa 1970's featuring 4 self-supporting box units, 4 shelves, and a locking drop down desk. The height can be adjusted on all pieces. Excellent...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Walnut

Silvio Cavatorta large consolle -dressing table, with a large mirror, 1950
Silvio Cavatorta large consolle -dressing table, with a large mirror, 1950

Silvio Cavatorta large consolle -dressing table, with a large mirror, 1950

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Rome, IT

elegant consolle- dressing table from Silvio Cavatorta (1899-1957), crafted in the 1950s. The table features an adjustable round mirror on the left side and four drawers with styli...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Danish Modern Rosewood Modular Wall Unit / Desk / Display Cabinet
Danish Modern Rosewood Modular Wall Unit / Desk / Display Cabinet

Danish Modern Rosewood Modular Wall Unit / Desk / Display Cabinet

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Beautiful vintage rosewood wall unit made in Norway, featuring a clean Scandinavian modern design with excellent storage and display options. This versatile piece includes a built-in...

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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Oak Modular Wall Unit, Mid Century Bookcase Display Cabinet
Danish Modern Oak Modular Wall Unit, Mid Century Bookcase Display Cabinet

Danish Modern Oak Modular Wall Unit, Mid Century Bookcase Display Cabinet

By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler

Located in Detroit, MI

This set of three vintage mid century Danish modern oak wood bookcase display cabinets by Hansen & Guldborg was made in Denmark circa 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Wood, Oak

Poul Cadovius Royal System Teak Modular Wall Unit Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960
Poul Cadovius Royal System Teak Modular Wall Unit Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960

Poul Cadovius Royal System Teak Modular Wall Unit Danish Mid-Century Modern 1960

By Royal System, Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Impressive Danish Mid-Century Modern modular wall unit crafted in warm teak and dating to the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight, Rosenthal Classic, Libreria Pattern
Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight, Rosenthal Classic, Libreria Pattern

Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight, Rosenthal Classic, Libreria Pattern

Located in Downingtown, PA

A Library in the Hand: Fornasetti's Libreria Paperweight This striking Rosenthal Fornasetti Porcelain Paperweight is an iconic piece of 20th-century decorative art. Produced by Rose...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl
Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl

Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl

By Finn Juhl

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1960s. Comprising 3 columns, 4 rules, 1 unit with 6 drawers, a writing desk, 13 Oregon pine shelves, and 22 brass...

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally large and rare modular ladder shelving system comprising 5 ladders and 9 shelves and 2 magazine shelves and 1 desk shelf. This impressive mid-century shelving unit ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally large and rare modular ladder shelving system comprising 5 ladders and 7 shelves This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in super condition with only minimum ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk Lamp in Brass with Perforated Shade
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk Lamp in Brass with Perforated Shade

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk Lamp in Brass with Perforated Shade

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Desk lamp, brass, coated aluminum, Italy, 1950s This 1950s Italian desk lamp embodies a kind of sculptural clarity that feels both engineered and expressive, a prime example of mid-...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center desk. The unit is totally modular and can arranged to your liking. It also includes ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

American of Martinsville Dania 3 Piece Louvered Walnut Desk Modular Unit
American of Martinsville Dania 3 Piece Louvered Walnut Desk Modular Unit

American of Martinsville Dania 3 Piece Louvered Walnut Desk Modular Unit

By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut low bench with modular desk and drawer cabinet designed by Merton Gerhsun for American of Martinsville's Dania line circa 60s.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Credenza
Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Credenza

Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Credenza

By Clausen & Søn

Located in Tulsa, OK

Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Credenza by Clausen and Sons Above average vintage condition and structurally sound.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960
Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960

Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

A lovely 1960s three-bay Danish teak CADO shelving system designed by Paul Cadovius consisting of 11 shelves, four uprights, plus 22 brackets. These designer shelves are fully modula...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

1950's Extra Large String Wall Desk System – Classic Scandinavian Modular Design
1950's Extra Large String Wall Desk System – Classic Scandinavian Modular Design

1950's Extra Large String Wall Desk System – Classic Scandinavian Modular Design

By Nils Nisse Strinning

Located in Markington, GB

An extra large wall-mounted desk from the iconic String Furniture system, originally designed in 1949 by Nils Strinning. Since its introduction, the String system has evolved from a...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces
1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces

1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Madison, WI

This very unique modular 5 Piece Mid Century wall unit set has it ALL, and leaves plenty of room for multiple configuration possibilities!

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Franco Albini Infinito Modular Bookcase
Franco Albini Infinito Modular Bookcase

Franco Albini Infinito Modular Bookcase

By Franco Albini

Located in Milano, IT

Franco Albini (1905-1977) Infinito original book unit. Large modular bookcase made up of 6 vertical uprights, container elements with hinged doors and lower doors with 28 tek wood...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Brazilian Midcentury Modern - Geraldo de Barros Unilabor Desk / Console, 1950s
Brazilian Midcentury Modern - Geraldo de Barros Unilabor Desk / Console, 1950s

Brazilian Midcentury Modern - Geraldo de Barros Unilabor Desk / Console, 1950s

By Unilabor, Geraldo de Barros

Located in São Paulo, SP

Rare desk / console designed by Geraldo de Barros for Unilabor, Brazil, circa 1950s. The piece is an authentic period example of Brazilian modern design and reflects Unilabor’s pione...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

The icon of Danish Mid-Century Modern design: the original Model 31 executive chair.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

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Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar
Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar

Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar

Unavailable

H 81 in W 63 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Modern Modular Etagere with Bar

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusual cerused mahogany mid-century modern modular etagere with a fall front bar section and adjustable shelves.

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Modular 5600 Series Desk / Bookcase by Andre Cordemeijer for Gispen
Modular 5600 Series Desk / Bookcase by Andre Cordemeijer for Gispen

Modular 5600 Series Desk / Bookcase by Andre Cordemeijer for Gispen

By A.R. Cordemeijer

Located in New York, NY

Modular bookcase / desk wall unit in painted steel from the 5600 series designed Andre Cordemeijer for Gispen in 1962, as an update on the earlier 663 system by Wim Rietveld. This un...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks

George Nelson "Omni" Wall-Mounted Walnut Modular Desk Unit, USA
George Nelson "Omni" Wall-Mounted Walnut Modular Desk Unit, USA

George Nelson "Omni" Wall-Mounted Walnut Modular Desk Unit, USA

By George Nelson

Located in Denver, CO

Desk element designed by George Nelson. Originally offered as an option to the OMNI wall unit (circa 1960s), the desk is constructed of walnut and chrome steel with a stunning "flat ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

The London "I" - An Executive Desk
The London "I" - An Executive Desk

The London "I" - An Executive Desk

Unavailable

H 307.09 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in

The London "I" - An Executive Desk

Located in Durban, ZA

The London "I" was our first significant international commission. Destined for a historic apartment in the UK, it now stands overlooking The Thames and The London Eye. A view most a...

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2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Free-Standing Executive Corner Desk Ico Parisi Style for MIM Roma, Italy, 1960s
Free-Standing Executive Corner Desk Ico Parisi Style for MIM Roma, Italy, 1960s

Free-Standing Executive Corner Desk Ico Parisi Style for MIM Roma, Italy, 1960s

By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This is the very rare top of the line version of the executive corner desk in the style of Ico Parisi for MiM Roma, complete with all the optional modular accessories that were possi...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

MMG Desk by George Nelson Associates, 1950s
MMG Desk by George Nelson Associates, 1950s

MMG Desk by George Nelson Associates, 1950s

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 59.85 in D 24.02 in

MMG Desk by George Nelson Associates, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in 성동구, KR

The MMG desk, which was produced for a short period of only 5 years, was designed with 22 parts in a modular form that can be combined according to the user's choice. It is often wr...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

American of Martinsville Modular Hutch and Desk
American of Martinsville Modular Hutch and Desk

American of Martinsville Modular Hutch and Desk

Unavailable

H 52 in W 64 in D 19 in

American of Martinsville Modular Hutch and Desk

By American of Martinsville

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Unique modular hutch and desk unit by American of Martinsville. Original acquisition condition, circa 1960s. Light included in upper desk portion. Walnut. Sections of the hutch are m...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

1960's Mid Century Modular Set by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody
1960's Mid Century Modular Set by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody

1960's Mid Century Modular Set by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 64.97 in D 47.25 in

1960's Mid Century Modular Set by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody

By M. Požár, Up Závody

Located in Brno, CZ

This Mid Century Modern Modular Set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced by UP Zavody, Bucovice factory in 1960’s Czechoslovakia.

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Vintage 1960s Czech Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass, Beech

Mid Century Large Wall Units.
Mid Century Large Wall Units.

Mid Century Large Wall Units.

Unavailable

H 84.26 in W 145.67 in D 15.75 in

Mid Century Large Wall Units.

Located in Auckland, AUK

Total size: 370cm Wide * 214cm High This modular wall system can be easily rearranged, or divided into small parts to put into multi rooms. All the shelves and cabinets are adjust...

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Vintage 1960s New Zealand Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

George Nelson Modular Sideboard Storage Unit Rare for Herman Miller
George Nelson Modular Sideboard Storage Unit Rare for Herman Miller

George Nelson Modular Sideboard Storage Unit Rare for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Allentown, PA

1950s slat bench, desk chest of drawers, and bookcase. Wood, steel Herman Miller George Nelson An original 1950s Herman Miller set in very nice vintage condition, with a great pat...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Corner Modular Teak Wall Unit in Teak by Nils Strinning, String, 1960s
Vintage Corner Modular Teak Wall Unit in Teak by Nils Strinning, String, 1960s

Vintage Corner Modular Teak Wall Unit in Teak by Nils Strinning, String, 1960s

By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

Vintage string modular wall unit, 1960s. Corner modular system, with additional deeper desk shelf. Larger unit with label present. White brackets in good condition, teak shelves are ...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Vintage Dutch 2-Bay Wall Unit With Desk by Pilastro
Vintage Dutch 2-Bay Wall Unit With Desk by Pilastro

Vintage Dutch 2-Bay Wall Unit With Desk by Pilastro

Unavailable

H 44 in W 68 in D 11 in

Vintage Dutch 2-Bay Wall Unit With Desk by Pilastro

By Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Discover the epitome of mid-century elegance with our vintage Dutch 2-bay modular wall system, a design masterpiece from 1955 by the visionary Dutch designer, Tjerk Reijenga. This re...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Modern Greenwall Sculpture, Plant Wall Art, Biophilic Wall Decor, Price / Sq Ft
Modern Greenwall Sculpture, Plant Wall Art, Biophilic Wall Decor, Price / Sq Ft

Modern Greenwall Sculpture, Plant Wall Art, Biophilic Wall Decor, Price / Sq Ft

By Pandemic Design Studio, David Rozek

Located in Bridgeport, PA

Add a manageable living wall or moss wall above you favorite piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture, in your minimalist kitchen, or above a reception desk in your modern office or res...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Wall Sculpture, Biophilic Wall Art, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft
Modern Wall Sculpture, Biophilic Wall Art, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft

Modern Wall Sculpture, Biophilic Wall Art, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft

By Pandemic Design Studio, David Rozek

Located in Bridgeport, PA

Add a manageable living wall or moss wall above you favorite piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture, in your minimalist kitchen, or above a reception desk in your modern office or res...

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2010s North American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Wall Sculpture, Wall Art Installation, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft
Modern Wall Sculpture, Wall Art Installation, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft

Modern Wall Sculpture, Wall Art Installation, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft

By Pandemic Design Studio, David Rozek

Located in Bridgeport, PA

Add a manageable living wall or moss wall above you favorite piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture, in your minimalist kitchen, or above a reception desk in your modern office or res...

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2010s American Organic Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Wall Sculpture, Custom Wall Art, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft
Modern Wall Sculpture, Custom Wall Art, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft

Modern Wall Sculpture, Custom Wall Art, Living Wall Decor, Price per Sq Ft

By Pandemic Design Studio, David Rozek

Located in Bridgeport, PA

Add a manageable living wall or moss wall above you favorite piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture, in your minimalist kitchen, or above a reception desk in your modern office.

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2010s American Organic Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Danish Long Reading Lights or Shelf Lights, 1960s
Pair of Danish Long Reading Lights or Shelf Lights, 1960s

Pair of Danish Long Reading Lights or Shelf Lights, 1960s

Unavailable

H 4.14 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in

Pair of Danish Long Reading Lights or Shelf Lights, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Unusual pair of long reading lights or shelf lights that can be slotted onto a modular shelf system like the Cadovius model. The pronged supports fit exactly to a typical teak shelf....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Lighting

Materials

Metal

Multi Storage Functional Italian Shelving System Room Divider with Art Work
Multi Storage Functional Italian Shelving System Room Divider with Art Work

Multi Storage Functional Italian Shelving System Room Divider with Art Work

By Franco Albini

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The unit has a tilted magazine holder shelf, multiple regular shelves in different depths, 4 drawers, an open beautifully contrasting birch-wood showcase square compartment, a compar...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design 1955
Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design 1955

Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design 1955

Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland

Wall system by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch design 1955. Beautiful Industrial Dutch wall system from the 1950s by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro. Pilastro Furniture was star...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design, 1955
Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design, 1955

Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design, 1955

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland

Beautiful Industrial Dutch wall system from the 1950s by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro. Pilastro Furniture was started by Reijenga in 1955 to make a new modular wall unit in the sam...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design, 1955
Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design, 1955

Wall System or Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Dutch Design, 1955

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland

Beautiful Industrial Dutch wall system from the 1950s by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro. Pilastro Furniture was started by Reijenga in 1955 to make a new modular wall unit in the sam...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples

3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples

By Robert Heal, Ladderax

Located in Glasgow, GB

Stylish and functional, this is the Classic Staples Ladderax midcentury shelving system. The wooden uprights and easy removable supports, allow the teak cabinetry to be positioned wh...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Milo Baughman for Directional Mid Century Parsons Writing Desk with Modular File
Milo Baughman for Directional Mid Century Parsons Writing Desk with Modular File

Milo Baughman for Directional Mid Century Parsons Writing Desk with Modular File

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Milo Baughman for Directional mid century Parsons writing desk with modular file cabinets Desk measures: 66 wide x 24 deep x 29.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Incredible Pair of Modular Desks or Conference Tables
Incredible Pair of Modular Desks or Conference Tables

Incredible Pair of Modular Desks or Conference Tables

By Knoll, Nicos Zographos, Warren Platner

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderful pair of modular desks can be pushed together to create a conference table. Wood tops have a lovely grain (either walnut or rosewood) and are edged in polished aluminum. In ...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Mid-20th Century Industrial Metal Letter Holder, Rust Patina, Modular  Design
Mid-20th Century Industrial Metal Letter Holder, Rust Patina, Modular  Design

Mid-20th Century Industrial Metal Letter Holder, Rust Patina, Modular Design

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Mid-20th Century Industrial Metal Letter Holder, Rust Patina, Modular Arcade Design Description: This mid-20th century industrial letter holder is a striking example of minimalist a...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Teak Expandable Desk with Sliding Drawers, Denmark c.1960
Mid-century Teak Expandable Desk with Sliding Drawers, Denmark c.1960

Mid-century Teak Expandable Desk with Sliding Drawers, Denmark c.1960

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A mid-century Teak writing desk with modular drawers that can sit on either the left or right side of the desk and easily slides from one end to the other underneath the table...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Italian Mid-Century Executive/Physician Desk by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
Italian Mid-Century Executive/Physician Desk by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)

Italian Mid-Century Executive/Physician Desk by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in London, GB

Impressive physician's desk by Vittorio Dassi, made in Italy in the middle of the 20th century. This wonderful bureau was rendered in veneer woods with two drawers configured on eith...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3
Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3

Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3

By M. Požár

Located in Żory, PL

This vintage furniture set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced in the 1960s in the Czech Republic. The set consists of three elements: - smaller cabinet: 40x42x60cm - larger ca...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

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Mid Century Modern Modular Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century modern modular desk for your home. A mid century modern modular desk — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the mid century modern modular desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each mid century modern modular desk bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Milo Baughman, Directional and John Van Koert each produced at least one beautiful mid century modern modular desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Modular Desk?

A mid century modern modular desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,374, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $4,955.

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.