Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Curved Armchairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge Chairs, wood, fabric, Italy, 1950s These elegant Italian lounge chairs from the early 1950s are refined examples of postwar design, defined by their streamlined silho...
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Black & White Rectangular Laminate End Tables - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Black & White Rectangular Laminate End Tables - Pair.
Laminate, Walnut
Artisanal Bench Series 60 in Espresso Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Artisanal Bench is a sophisticated expression of mid-century modern design, where sculptural form meets functional elegance.
Walnut, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak
"Clover" Wall Sculpture- mid century modern, mcm, green
By Scott Troxel
Located in Marmora, NJ
In his latest body of work termed “Small Pops” (2023-2024), Troxel focuses on smaller, chunky, minimalist inspired work that taps into his mid century modern sensibility. The Small P...
Wood, Paint
"TwoBlues" Wall Sculpture mid century modern Wall Sculpture
By Scott Troxel
Located in Marmora, NJ
Similar to mid century modern furniture and graphic design, I strive to produce work that feels very modern yet has a retro futurists nod to the past.
Wood, Paint
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables, 1960s Danish Design
Located in Seattle, WA
Elegant set of three vintage mid-century modern nesting tables featuring sculpted frames and smooth rounded edges.
Wood
Vintage Broyhill Premier Brasilia Mid-Century Modern 6-Drawer Dresser.
Located in Seattle, WA
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer-inspired creator Mel Smith for Broyhill’s iconic 1962 Brasilia collection, this authentic mid-century modern double dresser features the line's signature s...
Wood
Branco e Preto Pair of Modern Brazilian Armchairs solid jacaranda wood, fabric
By Branco & Preto
Located in Barcelona, ES
Branco e Preto (Miguel Forte, Jacob Ruchti, Plinio Groce, Roberta Aflalo, Carlos Millan & Che Y Hwa) Pair of armchairs model “R3” Sold as individual items as well Manufactured by Ma...
Upholstery, Jacaranda
Italian Mid-Century Brass, Wood and Glass Console Table
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage Italian very solid and heavy, brass, wood and glass console table from 1970's. The top of this console is in glass. The structure is combined with laquered dark brown color w...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Sofa, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautifully mid-century modern walnut sofa captures the clean lines and thoughtful craftsmanship that define the best American furniture of the 1960s.
Fabric, Walnut
1970s Set of 6 Danish Modern Style Solid Wood Bar Stools With Woven Rush Seats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The handwoven rush seats add wonderful texture and an organic contrast to the wood. A fantastic matching set for a large kitchen island, breakfast bar, home bar, restaurant, or Mid-...
Rush, Wood
$960Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Antique Vintage Tall Wood Cabinet Mid Century Farmhouse
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Cubby Cabinet Circa 1940s. Fabulous storage. Holds 10 cubbies. Custom made, solid wood, distressed look, Original hand painted (not perfect) original shabby chic distress. No restora...
Wood, Paint
Mid-Century Wood and Brass Tripod Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Additional information: Materials: Metal, Wood Color: Brown Styles: Mid-Century Modern Period: 1960s Country of Origin: Denmark Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned Diamension: 1...
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Frame Slipper Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Frame Slipper Lounge Chair.
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Laminate Top Desk, Wood Base, USA, c. 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive desk in the Mid-Century Modern tradition, crafted with a durable laminate top and rich wooden base.
Laminate, Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Stilnovo Brass Walnut & Glass Sculptural Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Stilnovo attributed Brass Walnut & Glass Sculptural Table Lamp.
Brass
Mid Century Italian Marble and Wood Console, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful console table is made from solid walnut wood pieces forming this wonderful architectural design. The console is topped by a thick white marble. A very high quality pie...
Marble
Vintage Rustic Modern King Size Bedroom Set Solid Wood & Chrome Bedroom Set
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This set is very solid, sturdy, and well made. The wood displays beautiful natural variation, texture, and age character throughout, giving the entire set a warm organic modern feel.
Chrome
$746Sale Price|19% Off
Hand-Carved Hardwood Buffalo Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern
Located in London, GB
Expressive contemporary sculpture depicting a buffalo or bull, hand carved from solid wood circa 1970. The artist has emphasized the animal's imposing presence through its muscular b...
Wood
American of Martinsville Mid-Century Modern Sideboard Buffet
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A rare and refined “Tribune” credenza by American of Martinsville, circa late 1950s to early 1960s. This exceptional buffet showcases the brand’s craftsmanship at its peak, featurin...
Wood, Oak
Czech Mid-Century Upholstered Armchairs, Wood Frame, 1960s Design
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of 1960s Czech upholstered armchairs reflects the clean, functional aesthetic of mid-century design from Central Europe. Each chair features a solid wooden frame with angul...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser Sculpted Wooden Pull Handles
By Broyhill
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, mid-century modern walnut dresser. It is characterized by its sculpted, recessed wooden "sailing cleat" drawer pulls and tapered legs Featuring 4 pull out d...
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Mahogany & Marble Top Slice Corner Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Mahogany & Marble Top Slice Corner Side Table.
Marble
$983 / item
White Painted Solid Wood Desk from the 1980s
Located in Lejre, DK
Desk made of solid wood and painted white, dating from around the 1980s. The piece has a solid construction and a large top providing ample space for a television, electronics or sto...
Wood
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs – Set of 5
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 35” x W 17.5” x D 17.7” x SH 18.5” Set of 5 Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern slat back dining chairs. Solid teak frames with seats upholstered in original green mohair....
Mohair, Wood
Mid 20th Century Solid Cherry Storage Side Cabinet, Circa 1970s
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Solid Cherry Side Cabinet, Circa 1970s. Features two top drawers and large double door storage cabinet with and an adjustable height shelf. Wood backing. Measures ...
Cherry, Plywood
Pair of Mid-Century Solid Cherry Side Cabinets, Circa 1970s
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Mid-Century Solid Cherry Side Cabinets, Circa 1970s. Features two top drawers and large double door storage cabinet with and an adhustable height shelf. Wood backing. Measure...
Cherry, Plywood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Triple Credenza Dresser.
Located in Seattle, WA
This authentic Mid-Century Modern credenza dresser by Basic-Witz (Waynesboro, VA) features a rich walnut wood grain finish set atop tapered round legs.
Walnut
$10,200 / item
Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Dansk Bed
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Posted bed with solid wood construction, hand-cut joinery and custom Dutchman brass joint. Handmade in Los Angeles, California. Bed frame available in King or Queen, inquire for o...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Coffee Table
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Coffee Table by Bramin Above average vintage condition and structurally sound.
Teak
$218Sale Price|20% Off
Sculptural Danish Modern Teak Screw Nutcracker Mid Century Modern Quistgaard Era
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This vintage Danish Modern nutcracker is a beautifully crafted piece made of solid teak wood, designed in the functional yet sculptural style often associated with Jens Quistgaard.
Wood, Teak
Large Mid-Century Brutalist Solid Teak Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large teak coffee table made of solid wood.The formal language of this table is very constructive. The shape of … Read more Large teak coffee table made of solid wood.The formal lang...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern French Oak Dining Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, oak, France, 1950s A well-crafted French dining table in solid oak, dating from the 1950s. The rectangular top showcases the beautiful grain and warm patina of the woo...
Oak
Still Stand No103 Abstract Light Solid Wood Totem by NONO Modern Design
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
Hardwood
Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, Europe ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This eye-catching chair has a lot of personality, recalling different design styles and eras, including the Arts and Crafts movement, the minimalistic pine models of Axel Einar Hjort...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Home Bar by Unknown Artist, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century Modern home bar, crafted from solid hardwood with an organic, curved silhouette. The Formica top provides a sleek, clean and durable surface, balancing sculptural form ...
Formica, Wood, Plywood
$420 / item
Franklin Solid Wood Corner Shelf, Cherry
Located in Cincinnati, US
The award nominated Franklin Shelf is a 90 degree corner shelf. This unique design allows for maximum storage space, while occupying a very small area. The smooth wooden finish of th...
Wood, Cherry, Maple, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Side Tables, Mahogany & Brass, France, 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of side tables from mid-century modern France. Each is made of solid wood construction with a flamed mahogany veneer.
Brass
Czech Mid-Century Solid Walnut Armchair in Rich Chocolate Brown Upholstery
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century Czech upholstered armchair reflects the clean lines and functional elegance of mid-century design.
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Wood Nightstand with Fluted Doors, Tiger Oak Interior, 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Mid-Century Modern storage cabinet crafted in a rich, warm-toned solid wood and veneer, featuring charming fluted door panels, original rounded brass hardware, and distinc...
Brass
Eight Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Dining Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern sophistication, for your consideration is a fantastic set of dining armchairs, circa 1970s.
Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in KUTNO, PL
Wooden book rests are an elegant and functional decorative element that plays both a practical and aesthetic role in any interior. Made of smooth, solid wood, the set of supports co...
Wood
Unique Solid Wood Coffee Table, circa 1960s–1970s
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
A beautifully made square coffee table from the 1960s–1970s, constructed entirely in solid wood and defined by its unusual end-grain tabletop. The top is assembled from numerous ind...
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s This refined pair of Italian lounge chairs dates to the 1950s and captures the quiet elegance of mid-century modern design. W...
Upholstery, Wood
José Zanine Caldas Solid Wood Bench, Brazil, 1970
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Ghent, BE
Designed by José Zanine Caldas in the 1950s, this solid bench features simple, elegant lines that seamlessly blend modern design with traditional craftsmanship. Sculpted from a sing...
Wood
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchair with Original Green, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautifully composed mid-century modern Scandinavian lounge chair. Most probably Swedish or Danish from the 1950s-1960s. The chair has the clean lines and understated elegance asso...
Fabric, Wood
$2,951Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Condor Coffee Table from Örebro Glass
By Örebro Glasfabrik
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This organically sculptured Condor coffee table was designed by Fredrik Schriever-Abeln and manufactured by Örebro Glass in Sweden during the 1960s. The X-shape base was handcrafted ...
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Sideboard, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Additional information: Materials: Teak Color: Brown Style: Mid-Century Modern Period: 1960s Country of Origin: Denmark Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned Dimensions: 70.47ʺW ×...
Teak
Artisanal Bench Series 48 in Blackout Oak by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that seamlessly blends artistry and functionality. Handcrafted from exquisite solid walnut, t...
Walnut, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak
$821Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Table, Italy, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Coffee Table, Italy 1950s An unusual shaped vintage coffe table from the 1950s. White top and solid wood structure. In remarkable conditions with only few signs of time.
Laminate, Wood
Rustic low bench in solid wood, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Though firmly rooted in 19th‑century rural design, its clean lines and minimal construction resonate strongly with mid‑century and wabi‑sabi aesthetics.
Wood
Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Paolo Buffa Style Geometric Wood Cabinet
Located in Scandicci, Florence
In style of Mid-Century Modern and Brutalist Periodin, following the style of the famous Paolo Buffa.
Brass
$3,128Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Lounge Chairs, Green Velvet Upholstery, Beech Wood, 1960s
Located in Landshut, BY
This set of two West German lounge chairs is in very good condition It was made in the mid 1960s The armrests have been professionally restored (sanded - stained and lacquered tw...
Wood, Velvet, Beech
Mario Bellini La Rotonda Coffee Table, Wood & Glass, Mid-Century
By Mario Bellini
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mario Bellini Set of Two La Rotonda Coffe Table For Cassina La Rotonda is an iconic design low table that transforms the warmth and essence of solid wood into beauty; a simple sculp...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Danish Credenza Sideboard
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful Danish Mid-Century Modern teak credenza/sideboard. This piece is long, low, and just stunning!
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Three-Door Sideboard in Ash Wood and Glass on Top - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Three-door sideboard with ash wood structure and solid ash stands, peeled ash veneer for body and doors, satiny shellac finishing. Thick original glass on top and polished brass keys...
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Style Blue Sculpted Dining Chair -Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Style Blue Sculpted Dining Chairs -Set of 6.
Naugahyde, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Northern Europe Red Wooden Chair, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-Century Modern northern Europe Red wooden chair, 1960s Chair in beech solid wood painted in red with slat backrest. 1960s Very Good condition, paint skipped on some points.
Wood
Wood and Rope Mid-Century Stool, France 1950's
By Charlotte Perriand, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Solid Oak and Rope Stool, France 1950's
Rope, Wood
Artisanal Bench Series 72 in Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that seamlessly blends artistry and functionality. Handcrafted from exquisite solid walnut, t...
Walnut, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Oak
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.
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