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Modernist Silvered Metal Pin Brooch with Electric Blue Glass Cabochon
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Mid-Century Modern pin brooch was crafted in France in the 1960s. The geometric design
Category
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
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W 1.78 in L 1.46 in
Mid-Century Modern 18 Karat Gold & Multi-Gemstone Flower Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century flower brooch or lapel pin.
In 18k gold.
With multiple prong-set faceted
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
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H 2.01 in W 0.83 in D 0.56 in
Silver Danish Mid Century Modern Serpent Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
Danish 830 silver Viking style brooch, Svend Aage Marius Larsen, Slagelse, c.1937-1957. Hallmarked 830. It has a pierced interior in a textured, scroll design interspersed with three...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Brooches
Materials
Silver
Henry Steig 14 Karat Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brooch or Pin
By Henry Steig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
handmade American Modernist piece!
Date:
Mid-20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Brooches
Materials
14k Gold
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D 0.16 in Dm 2.37 in
Mid-Century Modern Oak Sideboard with Hair Pin Legs by Jentique
By Jentique
Located in Pasadena, TX
6ft Mid-Century Modern oak sideboard with hair pin legs by Jentique
This oak sideboard features
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Oak
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Mid-Century Modern Gold Lovebird Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical and collectible 18k yellow gold lover bird pin in heart by Cartier circa 1960. Cartier is
Category
Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Miriam Moss Art Pottery Horse Brooch Pin Mid-Century Modern California Art
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL RETRO MID-CENTURY MODERN ART POTTERY BROOCH BY THE CALIFORNIA MID-CENTURY
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Brooches
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H 2.25 in W 2 in
Bird Dove in Heart Brooch Pin Scandinavian Silver Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
A WONDERFUL MID-CENTURY MODERN BIRD, DOVE IN A HEART BROOCH IN 830 SILVER, MOST LIKELY SCANDINAVIAN
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Brooches
Materials
Silver
Dynamic Rebajes Mid Century Modern Copper Coil Brooch Pin
By Rebajes
Located in Montreal, QC
Featuring a Copper Coil center design with darkened area behind the coil for added depth and. Signature: Rebajes on the back.Approx. size: 2.25" x 2". C1950s Fabulous and Unique as ...
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Materials
Copper
Moonstone Heart Pendant Pin Brooch Sterling Silver Antique Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning heart shaped brooch pendant pin with an applied design in Sterling Silver of a
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 2.5 in W 2.5 in
Pair of Wooden Native American Busts
By Jose Pinal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A complementary pair of male and female Native American, wooden busts by Jose Pinal, made in Mexico
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Berlin Porcelain Mid-Century Tortoise Pin Dish
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful German mid-century porcelain pin dish modelled as a tortoise by renowned makers Berlin
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Dynamic Mid Century Modern Sterling Abstract Fish Brooch Pin Sierra Mexico
Located in Montreal, QC
A Striking Iconic Modernist Abstract Fish pin by the famous Sierra Mexico Silversmiths. Beautifully
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 2 in L 4 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Brass Table Lamps Bowling Pin Form Tony Paul
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of mid century walnut & brass table lamps attributed to the laurel lamp co. In the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Fabulous Mid Century Modern Enamel Sterling Silver Brooch Pin Collection
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Vintage Collection of 4 Enamel Sterling Silver Brooches, featuring a Terrier Dog encrusted with sparkling CZ Faux Diamante, a pair of Scottie Dogs enhanced with sparkling CZ ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Spider Bug Sterling Silver Mid Century Modern Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Whimsical spider pin, crafted in sterling silver; featuring four arched silver wire legs, bulbous
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Signed Mid-Century 14K Gold & Ruby Boxer Dog Pin or Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Mid-Century brooch or pin.
In 14k gold.
In the form of a boxer dog standing erect
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
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H 1.07 in W 1.07 in D 1.07 in
Mid Century Modern Aksel Holmsen Floral Enamel Sterling Silver Brooch Pin
By Aksel Holmsen
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Aksel Holmsen Floral Yellow and Green Guilloche Enamel Gilt Sterling Silver Brooch Pin
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Modernist Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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W 1 in L 2.25 in
Mid Century Modern Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Gold Vintage Helios Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Gold Helios Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in 18K
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Modern Display Cabinet
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage American made cabinet with hair pin iron legs. Three sides of glass for display, shelves
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Mid Century Mixed Metal Pin Wheel Sunburst Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Miami, FL
Curtis Jere style mid-century wall sculpture of brass and enameled iron nails.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Mid-sixties rectangular table, pin legs with brass details
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Carpet Diamond Gold Floral Sprig Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Carpet Diamond Gold Brooch. Designed as a Floral
Category
Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
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W 1.5 in L 2 in
Mid Century Modern Hairpin Leg Sliding Door Cabinet
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A mid century modern hairpin leg sliding door cabinet. A very pretty little cabinet featuring white
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Early Mid Century Sterling / Pearl Pin or Necklace by Ed Levin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well artisan crafted Mid-Century Modern 925 sterling silver concave pin back or hanging
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Signed Cartier Mid-Century 14K Gold Tree Frog Brooch or Pin
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Mid-Century tree frog brooch.
In 14k gold.
With bezel-set faceted red spinel
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Spinel, 14k Gold
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H 0.99 in W 1.07 in D 0.52 in
Emerald Nugget Gold Lizard Gecko Brooch Pin Retro Mid-Century Modernist
Located in New York, NY
An adorable Lizard, Gecko Retro Mid-Century Modern Brooch Pin with Emerald eyes in 10 Karat Nugget
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Roll Top Desk or Dresser
Located in Topeka, KS
photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
Need
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Mid Century 1970s Pin Striped Leopold for Ward Bennett Swivel Chairs - - a Pair
By Ward Bennett, Lehigh Leopold
Located in Basel, BS
Here is a beautiful pair of very unique and highly collectable rare swivel chairs attributed to Lehigh Leopold for Ward Bennett. Extremely hard to find chairs like this in such wonde...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.5 in W 29 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount in Textured Glass by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in London, GB
Large Mid-Century Modern circular flush mount light by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1960s or 70s
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Christoffersen Modern Jewelry Sterling Bracelet Pin Earring International Silver
By Kurt Eric Christoffersen, International Silver
Located in Atlanta, GA
aforementioned pin or brooch. Each piece is fully signed. This incredibly beautiful suite of mid century modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 0.13 in W 7.5 in D 0.88 in
Mid Century Modern Platform Storage Bed
Located in Vancouver, WA
clean, coherent lines with angles reminiscent of the mid century era, but brought into a contemporary
Category
2010s American Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Green Sapphire Pin, 2.30 carats, 18k, Two Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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This Mid Century Modern beauty can be styled as a tie clip, a lapel pin, or even whimsically through a
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
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L 2.25 in
21st Century Mid-Century Modern Inspired Sapele Sideboard Wine & Liquor Cabinet
Located in Oakhurst, NJ
Welcome to Walker Design Studios, where Mid-Century Modern meets timeless craftsmanship. Our Sapele
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 34 in W 72 in D 24 in
Incredible Mid-Century Modern Craft Dry Bar Box Sculpture
By George Nakashima, Wendell Castle
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For the collector in mind. This Modern crafted and absurdly over complicated design is just
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Danish Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen Mid-Century Modern
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern Danish teak armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, circa 1960s. Mid-century modern
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Forney, TX
A rare American Mid-Century Modern headboard for a double (full) size bed with storage and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Upholstery, PVC, Wood, Walnut
SERENE Mid-Century Modern Cypress Wood 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
SET of SIX mid-century STOOLS by Günter Talos Vienna or pin legs ar. 1950
By Günter Talos
Located in Kumhausen, DE
Six mid-century stools designed and made in Vienna around 1950 by J. A. Talos, Vienna XII. Bezirk
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron, Chrome
H 18.12 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Dresser Mirrored Sideboard , Style Osvaldo Borsani, in Burl
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Italian dresser sideboard , style designer Osvaldo Borsani, in burl walnut with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 72 in W 69 in D 22 in
Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Paul McCobb for Planner Group #1513
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
-Century Modern in design but would fit well with modern, contemporary, natural, and minimalist designed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut King Geometric Headboard by Albert Parvin
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
design, wood grain and geometric shape. Has pins no hardware. Headboard only. The dimensions are 80" W x
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Vintage Organic Rattan Metal Dining Chairs Sonett 1950 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern organic vintage six dining chairs from rattan and
black metal by Sonett 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.88 in W 16.54 in D 21.07 in
Alberto Giacometti Mid Century Modern The Search Collectors Guild Etching 20"
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in Dayton, OH
pin. One of the great bohemians, Giacometti loved to haunt cafes until late at night. His dingy
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Paper
H 20 in W 0.75 in D 16 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches or Stools, Osvaldo Borsani Attributed
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern wood stools or benches featuring pairs of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
H 20.75 in W 17.25 in D 13.75 in
Rare! Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Lightolier Wall Lamp Sconce Gerald Thurston
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
fixtures. This fixture is the beautiful Ebony!
This design defined mid century modern lighting ergonomics
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 11 in W 18 in D 18 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano / Venetian Diamond Glass Sconces
By AVMazzega
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces in a curved form with thick opaque glass.
The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
HALF BOWEN Mid-Century Modern Cypress Wood 23" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Half BOWEN pendant light is a stunning, contemporary Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Mid Century Modern Vintage Stools by Talos, 1950s, Vienna Set of Two
By Günter Talos
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern vintage pair of three-legged stools with ametal base and a plastic covered seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall two door cabinet on hair pin legs. Sculpted handle doors open to a red interior with shelves
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
SERENE Mid-Century Modern Limited-Edition Cypress 19" Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
The Serene pendant light is a contemporary, Mid-Century Modern light fixture with a Scandinavian
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & White Leather Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro.
This mid-century modern pair would look incredible in any modern
Category
Vintage 1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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H 27.6 in W 25.6 in D 23.6 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Model Tail 4 by Heinz Witthoeft
By Heinz Witthoeft
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Lounge Chair Model Tail 4 with wood frame, metal pin joint, terracotta leather and leather straps
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Spruce
Vintage C. Jeré Mid-Century Modern Style Abstract Brushed Steel Table Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré, C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage contemporary modern Curtis Jeré clear lacquered brushed steel metal abstract form table
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Steel
H 19.88 in W 10 in D 16 in
Retro Carved Yellow Bakelite Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Date:
Mid-20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Provence bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
By Per Lutken for Holmegaard, Holmegaard
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Provence bowl by Per Lütken for Holmegaard
In the 1950s, Per
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian 18k Yellow Gold Leaf-Cluster Heart Brooch
Located in Shippensburg, PA
of each leaf. The brooch is fastened with a heavy locking c-clasp pin at the reverse
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold
H 1.25 in W 1.13 in D 0.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
By Gunni Omann, Arne Vodder
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish modern Teak gunni omann long credenza. Has 4 drawers with felt inside and 3
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
H 32.5 in W 94.5 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Modern "Tye of California" White and Gold Ceramic Table Lamps
By TYE of California
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern "Tye of California" white and gold ceramic table lamps circa 1956
The main
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Paul Evans Brutalist American Modern Metal Planter Box
By Paul Evans
Located in Forney, TX
Paul Evans (1931-1987) American Brutalist industrial modern welded steel and copper, mixed metals
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal, Copper, Steel
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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