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David Webb New York Unique “Crosshatch” Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
: This particular unique bracelet and its original design sketch appear on pp. 320 and 321 of David Webb
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Sketches - Pencil Drawing - Mid 20th Century
By Gustave Bourgogne
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an Original Pencil Drawing realized by Gustave Bourgogne in the mid-20th century. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

The Sketch - Lithograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
The sketch is an original lithograph realized in the mid-20th Century. Good Conditions. The
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Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Sketches - Original Drawing - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an original Green China Ink Drawing realized in mid-20th century by an anonymous artist
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

The Sketch - Original Drawing - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an Original Carbon Pencil Drawing realized by an Unknown artist of mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Boat - Original Pen Sketch - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Boat is an original pen sketch realized by an artist of the mid-20th Century. Good conditions on a
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen

Sketches - Drawing in Pen- Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is a modern artwork realized by Brunello Uloa Serena. The artwork consist in three
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen, Paper

Sketch - Drawing by Carlos Raymond - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is a drawing realized Carlos Raymond  in the Mid-20th Century. Pencil and watercolor ivory
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pencil, Watercolor

Sketch - Drawing by Serge Fotisnky - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an artwork realized by Serge Fotisnky (1887-1971) , in the Mid-20th Century.  Drawing in
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

The Anatomical Sketches - Pencil Drawing - Mid 20th Century
By Gustave Bourgogne
Located in Roma, IT
The Anatomical Sketches is an original Drawing in pencil on ivory-colored paper attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketches - Pencil by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an original Pencil Drawing realized by Mino Maccari in mid-20th century. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch - Drawing by Joseph Alexander Colin - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is a drawing realized by Joseph Colin in the Mid-20th Century. Pencil on ivory-colored
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pencil

Showstopper, 20th Century Ink and Watercolour Sketch, Wigan School
Located in London, GB
Ink and watercolour on paper Image size: 13 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches (35.25 x 24.25 cm) Framed Created in 1958 by the artist as evidence for study in their 'Examination in Art' at Wigan A...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Ink, Paper

Ink and Watercolour Sketches, Wigan School, 20th Century British
Located in London, GB
Ink and watercolour on paper Image size: 10 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches (26.75 x 26.75 cm) Framed Created in 1958 by the artist as evidence for study in their 'Examination in Art' at Wigan...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor

Sketch of an Interior - Pencil Drawing - Mid 20th century
By Gustave Bourgogne
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch of an Interior is a Pencil Drawing attributed to Gustave Bourgogne and realize in the Mid
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketches - Drawing attr. to Auguste Leroux - Mid 20th Century
By Auguste Leroux
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is a pencil drawing attributed to Auguste Leroux in mid-20th Century.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch - Drawing by Ugo La Pietra - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original drawing in pen on paper realized by Ugo La Pietra in mid-20th Century. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen

Sketch - Original Drawing by Bernard Bécan - Mid-20th Century
By Bernard Bécan
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an Original Black Marker Drawing realized by Bernard Becan in the Mid-20 Century. The
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Permanent Marker

Sketches - l Charcoal by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an original Charcoal Drawing realized by Mino Maccari in mid-20th century. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal

Sketch - Original Drawing by Bernard Bécan - Mid-20th Century
By Bernard Bécan
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an Original Black Marker Drawing realized by Bernard Becan in the Mid-20 Century. The
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Permanent Marker, Paper

Sketch - Original Drawing by Mino Maccari - Mid-20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original drawing realized by Mino Maccari in Mid-20th Century. Beautiful black and
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Sketch - Original Pencil by Serge Fontinsky - Mid-20th Century
By Serge Fontinsky
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original sketch pencil drawing realized by Serge Fontinsky (1887-1971) in the half of
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch - Original Pencil by Serge Fontinsky - Mid-20th Century
By Serge Fontinsky
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original sketch pencil drawing realized by Serge Fontinsky (1887-1971) in the half of
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch of an Interior - Original Lithograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Rose is an Original Litograpgh realized by an artist unknown in mid 20th century. The artwork is
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Mid-20th Century Modern Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Sketch - Original Ink by Serge Fontinsky - Mid-20th Century
By Serge Fontinsky
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is an original china ink drawing realized by Serge Fontinsky (1887-1971) in the half of the
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Sketches - Original Drawing by Unknown - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an Original Pencil Drawing realized by an Unknown artist in mid-20th century. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketches - Original Drawing by Unknown - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an Original Pencil Drawing realized by an Unknown artist in mid-20th century. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketches - Original Drawing by Unknown - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketches is an Original Pencil, Ink and Watercolor Drawing realized by an Unknown artist in mid
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketches of Bullfight - Drawing by Norbert Meyre - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
the mid-20 century. Drawing in pencil. The artwork is represented through deft and quick strokes by
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

The Figures Sketches - Drawing by Norbert Meyre - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
the mid-20 century. Drawing in pencil and pen. The artwork is represented through deft and quick
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen, Pencil

The Figures Sketches - Drawing By Norbert Meyre - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
the mid-20 century. Drawing in pencil and pen and pastel. The artwork is represented through deft
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pen, Pastel, Pencil

The Figures Sketches - Drawing By Norbert Meyre - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
in the mid-20 century. Drawing in pencil and pen and pastel. The artwork is represented through
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil, Pastel, Pen

Head of a Gentleman sketch, mid modern
By Simka Simkhovitch
Located in Greenwich, CT
A superbly executed work, this work would have been done for reproduction in a book or magazine. Simkhovitch received quite a number of illustration jobs and could adapt his style t...
Category

Early 20th Century American Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Couple Sketches - Original Drawing by Unknown - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Couple Sketches is an Original Pencil Drawing realized by an Unknown artist in mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch - Drawing by André Meaux de Saint Marc - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch is a drawing realized by André Meaux de Saint Marc in the Mid-20th Century. Pencil on ivory
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pencil

Woman's Sketch - Original Drawing by Unknown - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Woman's Sketch is an Original Pencil Drawing realized by an Unknown artist in mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Building Sketches - Original Drawing by Unknown - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
mid-20th century. Good condition on a yellowed paper. No signature.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

Sketch for a Portrait - Drawing by Flor David - Mid 20th Century
By Flor David
Located in Roma, IT
Sketch for a Portrait is a drawing on paper realized in the Mid-20th Century by Flor David. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The 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, 2021
    Mid 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, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The 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.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2021
    Most 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2024
    There 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, 2024
    Mid-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, 2024
    There 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, 2023
    Some 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, 2019
    The 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.