Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Rattan Starburst Sunburst Mirror, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful handwoven Starburst Sunburst shape rattan and wicker mirror. This mirror has a handcrafted work at the frame that makes it highly decorative, Germany, 1960s. Mirror only ...
Wicker, Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wooden Zodiac Sign Starburst Mirror, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Zodiac sunburst mirror in Carved Wood, Germany, 1970s. Brutalist Style Horoscope mirror with colored wheel frame and 12 signs of zodiac. Terrific zodiac signs on a brown ...
Mirror, Wood
Italian Gold-Leaf Wood Starburst Sunburst Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A charming Italian Sunburst Wall Mirror from the 1960s, measuring 18.5" (47cm). This Mid-Century Modern wood mirror features gold leaf paint on a hand carved frame with rays that ext...
Gold Leaf
French Mid-Century Sunburst or Starburst Mirror of Bamboo & Rattan (Dia 27 3/8)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely French sunburst (or starburst) mirror with a beautiful arrangement of bamboo and rattan rays woven and arranged around the mirror plate glass center. Diameter 27 3/8 inches
Glass, Mirror, Bamboo, Rattan
$2,080Sale Price|35% Off
Mid Century Brass Wall Mirror with Starburst Motif, 1960s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A 1960s mid-century modern wall mirror in rectangular form comprising a segmented brass frame with the top glass bearing a sunburst motif. Clean and understated, it works beautifully...
Brass
Sculptural Starburst Nail Mirror
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural sunburst nail mirror, American, circa 1960s. Handmade with welded patinated nails. Overall diameter is 32 inches, diameter of mirror is inches. Retains warm original patina.
Metal
French Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 20)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with gilded rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Diameter is 20 in
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
French Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 25)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with gilded rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Diameter is 25 in
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
French Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 20)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with gilded rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Diameter 20 inches
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
French Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 31)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with gilded rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Diameter 31 inches
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Spanish Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 25)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Spanish gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with a row of finely gilded wooden rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Dimensions: Diameter of 25 inches
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Spanish Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Convex Mirror (Diameter 21)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Spanish gilt sunburst (or starburst) convex mirror with a row of finely gilded wooden rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Dimensions: Diameter of 21 inches
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
1960s Large French Brass Starburst Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Large brass starburst wall mirror, France, circa 1960. Features a round mirror with invisible frame and brass rods in alternating lengths. Dimensions: 28 inches in diameter. 12 in...
Brass
French 1950s Brass Starburst Convex Mirror
Located in Westport, CT
French circa 1950s Starburst convex brass leaf and ribbon design mirror.
Brass
$1,656Sale Price|20% Off
Bamboo Rattan Starburst Sunburst Mirror, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-century Modern bamboo rattan sunburst starburst mirror.
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror, Cane
French Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 15 5/8)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French gilt starburst or sunburst mirror, featuring a beautifully carved bezel with a mass of gilded rays and the original mirror plate. Dimensions: Diameter of 15 5/8 inches
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
French Gilded Wood Starburst Sunburst Mirror
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare wall mirror, wood, 1950s, France. Wall mirror with a round mirror with surface and a sun-shaped frame made of gold painted wood, with a suspension device on the back, D.81cm, D....
Mirror, Softwood
Spanish Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Diameter 24 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Spanish gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with a row of finely gilded wooden rays arranged around a mirror plate glass center. Dimensions: Diameter of 24 1/2 inches
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
1950s French Riviera Rattan Sunburst Starburst Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool Mid-Century Modern handcrafted rattan mirror with star or sunburst shape and all the taste of the Mediterranean French Riviera style.
Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
French Riviera Rattan Sunburst Starburst Mirror, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Coastal Sunburst Mirror in Rattan France, 1960s.
Rattan, Mirror, Wicker, Cane
$1,800 / item
Selection of Sculptural Starburst Nail Mirrors
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of sculptural sunburst nail mirrors, American, circa 1960s. Handmade with welded patinated nails. They retain their warm original patina. The mirror pictured on the left me...
Metal
French Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Rattan, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Riviera Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Rattan, 1960s Handcrafted starburst sunburst mirror with rattan frame and brass studs. This eye-catching mediterranean sunburst mirror w...
Cane, Rattan, Mirror
French Starburst Sunburst Mirror in Rattan, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rattan Sunburst / Starburst Mirror A beautiful handcrafted rattan starburst mirror. France, 1960s. This mirror can add all the freshness of the Mediterranean French Riviera style to ...
Cane, Mirror, Rattan
French Riviera Rattan Sunburst Starburst Mirror, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Coastal rattan and wicker sunburst / starburst mirror, France, 1960s. Hand crafted starburst sunburst mirror with rattan rays and woven wicker ring surrounding the central glass. Th...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Pair of Eye-Catching Mid-Century Modern Scalloped Round Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A pair of cool scalloped mirrors with a starburst design consisting of aged mirror set in a dark frame highlighted with gold.
Mirror
Spanish Starburst Sunburst Mirror in Carved Giltwood, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gorgeous gold leaf giltwood sunburst mirror with convex glass, Spain,1940s-1950s This sunburst wall mirror manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern featuring a frame with alternating r...
Gold Leaf
Huge Sunburst Swirl Gilt Mirror, Mid-Century Modern, Giltwood, 1960
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Huge Sunburst Swirl Gilt Mirror A superb piece, the sunburst frame is 12” wide across with a swirl. on this exciting piece The mirror is in good vintage condition The starburst is 4...
Giltwood
1950s French Riviera Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Rattan
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool Mid-Century Modern handcrafted rattan mirror with star or sunburst shape and all the taste of the Mediterranean French Riviera style.
Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
French Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Gilt Iron, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind Hand-Hammered Sunburst Mirror, Iron, Gold Leaf, France, 1950s. Eye-catching gilt metal sunburst mirror with alternating rays in two sizes. Richly adorned by the hammer...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
$1,041Sale Price|20% Off
Rattan Sunburst Starburst Mirror with Convex Glass, France 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Riviera Convex Sunburst Mirror in Rattan ____________________________________________________________ A beautiful rattan starburst sunburst mirror with convex glass, France, 1...
Rattan, Mirror
Vintage Monumental French Starburst Gilded Iron Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Very large starburst mirror crafted of iron. France, circa 1950. Features alternating rays with original gold leaf gilding and original aged patina. Dimensions: 50” W x 6” D / M...
Metal, Gold
Starburst Sunburst Mirror in Giltwood, Spanish Baroque, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gorgeous gold leaf giltwood sunburst mirror, Spain,1940-1950. This sunburst wall mirror manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern featuring a richly carved frame in sunburst shape. Bar...
Gold Leaf
$2,461Sale Price|20% Off
Large French Sunburst Starburst Convex Mirror in Giltwood, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching starburst sunburst convex mirror in gilt carved wood. France, 1960s. The glass is framed by a circular layer of short beams and a large layer with giltwood beams with su...
Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Modern "Verde Nilo" Wall Mirror by Cristal Arte – Brass and Glass
By Cristal Arte
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid Century Modern Verde Nilo Wall Mirror by Cristal Arte in Brass and Glass This stunning wall mirror by renowned Italian maker Cristal Arte is a beautiful and elegant decorative p...
Brass
$2,698Sale Price|20% Off
Starburst Sunburst Mirror with Striped Frame in Giltwood, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirror in gilt patinated carved wood with stripes.
Mirror, Giltwood, Wood
Mid Century Giltwood Sunburst Mirror, Italy 1960s
Located in München, BY
A beautiful large starburst mirror, Italy 1960s. Made of gilded wood and resin. Very good condition with minor signs of wear. No chips, no cracks, no repairs. Dimensions: Diameter...
Mirror, Giltwood, Resin
Petite Belgium Starburst Sunburst Gilded Composition Convex Mirror, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Decorative 20th-century starburst sunburst mirror featuring a convex mirror plate surrounded by radiating gilt resin rays.
Composition
Modernist Custom Tessellated Starburst Rock Crystal Mirror by High Style Deco
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and highly sophisticated Modernist Custom Tessellated Starburst Rock Crystal Mirror by High Style Deco originates from the United States during the 21st Century. This st...
Rock Crystal
Beautiful Starburst Sunburst Gilded Resin Convex Mirror France, circa 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Decorative 20th-century starburst sunburst mirror featuring a convex mirror plate surrounded by radiating gilt resin rays.
Mirror, Resin
Beautiful Starburst Sunburst Gilded Resin Convex Mirror Italy circa 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Decorative 20th-century starburst sunburst mirror featuring a convex mirror plate surrounded by radiating gilt resin rays.
Mirror, Resin
Beautiful Starburst Sunburst Gilded Resin Convex Mirror France, circa 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Decorative 20th-century starburst sunburst mirror featuring a convex mirror plate surrounded by radiating gilt resin rays.
Mirror, Resin
Distressed Starburst Sunburst Gilded Resin Convex Mirror France, circa 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Decorative 20th-century starburst sunburst mirror featuring a convex mirror plate surrounded by radiating gilt resin rays.
Mirror, Resin
Monumental stunning large Sunburst Starburst Mirror Wood, Italy, circa 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Featuring a classic starburst design, this decorative mirror makes an elegant statement in both traditional and modern interiors.
Mirror, Wood
Hollywood Regency Large Convex Starburst Sunburst Mirror in Gilt Iron, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Scale Oversized Spanish Sunburst Mirror, Iron, Gold Leaf Outstanding Hollywood Regency gilt wrought iron convex sunburst /starburst mirror, Spain 1950s Extra large size (39,37 ...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Beautiful Starburst Sunburst Mirror Gilded Plastic, Made in Italy, circa 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming Mid-Century Modern starburst sunburst mirror crafted from gilded plastic, showcasing the timeless appeal of one of the most iconic decorative forms of the twentieth century.
Mirror, Plastic
Rare 1940s French Big 24" Double Gold Gilt Sunburst Starburst Mirror
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Beautiful big French wood gold starburst. Amazing patina. Rare double wood rays with mirror in perfect shape, it may have been replaced. Mirror itself measures 9.5 inches round. Smal...
Giltwood
Rare 1940s French Big 24" Convex Gold Gilt Sunburst Starburst Mirror
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Beautiful big French wood gold starburst. Amazing patina. Convex mirror in center, measuring 3.5 inches. Free priority UPS shipping from Italy, (approx. days) no custom fees.
Giltwood
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
Starburst Sunburst Mirror in Gilt Iron with Chain Link Motif, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
This starburst mirror was manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern period and combines Midcentury and Brutalist accents.
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Rare 1940s French Big 28" Gold Gilt Sunburst Starburst Double Rays Mirror
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Beautiful big French wood gold starburst. Amazing patina. Rare double wood rays with mirror in great shape. Mirror itself measures 14 inches round. Free priority UPS shipping fro...
Giltwood
Boho Chic Mid-Century Bamboo Sunburst Wall Mirror, French Riviera Style, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Origin: France Date: circa 1960 Material: Natural bamboo and handwoven rattan, mirror glass Style: Mid-Century Modern, Boho Chic, Coastal, French Artisan Design: Round sunburst / sta...
Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan
Pair of Mid-Century French Giltwood Sunburst Mirrors with Cut Glass Rays
Located in Dallas, TX
Inspired by classic Louis XIV sun motifs yet interpreted through a mid-century lens, these mirrors balance traditional ornament with a more modern, sculptural presence.
Cut Glass, Mirror, Giltwood
Pair of Early 20th Century Giltmetal Sunburst Mirrors. France
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Pair of Early 20th Century Giltmetal Sunburst Mirrors. France. French Giltmetal sunburst mirrors 20 inch wide, france, 1930s-1940.
Metal
Vintage Composition Sunburst Mirror with Distressed Convex Plate
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-20th-century convex wall mirror with a dramatic composition sunburst frame, the circular center fitted with a domed convex mirror plate surrounded by a molded rope-twist border a...
Composition
Round Mirror with Iron Rod, France, 1980s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Style : Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Sunburst Key Features : France, 1980s Round central mirror Iron and mirrored glass Radiating iron rod construction Decorative metal sphe...
Iron
Vintage Brutalist Wood Sunburst Mirrors - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
They complement Brutalist, Mid-Century Modern, Organic Modern, and Eclectic interior aesthetics effortlessly, serving both as functional looking glasses and captivating wall sculptur...
Mirror
Spanish Sunburst Oval Mirror in Copper Metal, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Oval Sunburst Starburst Mirror, Iron, Copper Metal Mid-Century Modern leafed sunburst wall mirror, Spain, 1960s This eye-catching foliage sunburst mirror features a layer leave...
Metal, Iron, Copper
Spanish Sunburst Rectangular Mirror, Silver Gilt Metal, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Rectangular Sunburst Starburst Mirror, Silvered Iron, Silver Leaf Mid-Century Modern leafed rectangular sunburst wall mirror, Spain, 1960s This eye-catching foliage sunburst mi...
Metal, Iron, Silver Leaf
$1,282Sale Price|20% Off
Brutalist multicoloured Art Glass mosaic wall mirror, Spain, 1960s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Both frames are perimetered with a golden brass trim. Mid century decorative piece very typical of the most sophisticated interiors of Spain in the 50s and 60s, and very much in the ...
Brass
$2,603Sale Price|20% Off
Sunburst Leafed Rectangular Mirror in Silver Patinated Metal, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Rectangular Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Silvered Iron Mid-Century Modern leafed rectangular sunburst wall mirror, Spain, 1960s This eye-catching foliage sunburst mirror featur...
Metal, Iron
French Retro Sunburst Industrial Look Polished Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Retro Sunburst Industrial Look Polished mirror A Superb stylish piece, the starburst radiates out from the central mirror, the rays are individually mirrored A Classic f...
Resin
Mid-Century Modern Starburst Mirror on Stand
Located in Cookeville, TN
We are offering a fabulous Mid-Century Modern convertible starburst mirror.
Marble, Metal
Starburst mirror
Located in New York, NY
A metal starburst mirror painted black
Gilbert Poillerat Starburst Mirror
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in San Francisco, CA
Attributed to Gilbert Poillerat, a hand-forged, gilt, wrought iron starburst, convex mirror with alternating serpentine rays, France, circa 1940.
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Unavailable
H 26 in W 33 in D 4 in
Marcello Fantoni Torched Bronze and White Plaster Painted Mirror, 1950s
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in New York, NY
Marcello Fantoni (1915-2011) Italy Starburst mirror 1950s Torched bronze and original white plaster painted finish. Marks: Fantoni, Firenze, Italy (hand script) ***This m...
Bronze
Large Midcentury Star Shaped Sunburst Mirror
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Midcentury French wall mirror, with flat central mirror and radiating solid small diameter gilded solid rods, in varying lengths creating a Starburst pattern. Very good vintage condi...
Metal
Mid Century Modern Starburst Mirror
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Modern Starburst Mirror. This stunning piece will complement any room.
Metal, Tôle
Mid Century Starburst Mirror
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Modern Starburst Mirror. This classic convex mirror has a distressed look to the mirror finish .
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Starburst Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a very cool Mid-Century Modern "Starburst" mirror. This piece is made of walnut and brass.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Starburst Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern "Starburst" mirror, made of brass with a beveled mirror (8" diameter).
Brass
Mid Century Modern Starburst Venetian Mirror
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century Venetian Wall Mirror with an Atomic vibe. Rare take on a classic. Four angled panels with starburst detail.
Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Starburst Beaded Mirror
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent starburst beaded mirrors from the 1970s that measures four feet in diameter.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Starburst Mirror Sculpture
Located in West Hartford, CT
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Starburst sculpture features an array of metal rays radiating from a central mirrored core.
Brass
Mid-Century Starburst Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
Mid-20th-century convex mirror surrounded by a starburst shaped molded frame.
Composition
Mid Century Modern Giltwood Starburst Convex Mirror
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid Century Modern Giltwood Starburst Convex Mirror
Giltwood
Mid-Century Modern Gold Gilt Starburst Decorative Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
See our other listings for more Mid-Century Modern decor and furniture! Dimensions: 23" x 23".
Enamel
Huge Vintage Mid Century Modern Giltwood Starburst Mirror
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Vintage Mid Century Modern Giltwood Starburst Mirror
Giltwood
Mid-Century Modern Gold Atomic Starburst Decorative Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a super unique, vintage mid-century wall mirror in the shape of a "Starburst".
Brass
Mid Century Italian Gold Gilt Wood Starburst Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid 20th century Italian gold gilt wood starburst mirror. Carved flame detail. Speckled gold effect on inner glass mirror.
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Brass and Teak Starburst Wall Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unique and interesting vintage starburst features a band of melted brass pieces around a central mirror. Teak arms radiate from the center and a black metal plate behind them adds c...
Brass
1960s Broyhill Saga Mid Century Modern Mirror Etched Starbursts Design
By Broyhill
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1960s Broyhill Saga Mid Century Modern Mirror Etched Starbursts Design Fantastic mirror!
Mirror, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Atomic Starburst Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
See our other listings for more Mid-Century Modern decor and furniture! Dimensions: 26.5" x 26.5".
Brass
Mid-Century Bamboo Starburst Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful design in star shape and lovely Mediterranean taste. handcrafted in Spain at the 1960s.
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Atomic Starburst Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a super unique, vintage midcentury wall mirror in the shape of a "Starburst". Features alternating walnut and brass spokes with atomic balls and mirror. It is in good cond...
Brass
Monumental Mid Century Rustic Metal Starburst Mirror
Located in Redding, CT
Monumental Mid Century rustic metal starburst mirror. Mirror has black speckled antiqued look to it. Starburst ends have little balls at the end. Actual mirror diameter itself is 13"...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Tommi Parzinger Starburst Beveled Glass Wall Mirror
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Morristown, NJ
Tommi Parzinger Starburst wall mirror circa 1955, America, beveled mirrored glass on wood backing. Shown in the Parzinger Originals catalog, sculptural mirror model 507, radiating su...
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Large Mid-Century French Chaty Vallauris Starburst Mirror
By Chaty Vallauris
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A large 1960s starburst mirror made by Chaty Vallauris in the Alpes-Maritime region of France.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Sunburst Starburst convex wall Mirror
By Syracuse Ornamental Co.
Located in Wayne, NJ
Regency Syracuse Ornamental Co Hanging wall Mirror
Mirror
Mid-Century Modernist Starburst Mirror by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Stunning starburst design with hand beveled details throughout.
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.
Vintage mirrors have long been a measure of craftsmanship, from gilded Rococo frames to the sunburst shapes that became a signature of mid-century design.
Styles to Know
An arched or sunburst mirror reads more decorative, while a plain rectangular frame lets the room around it stand out. Hang one above a vintage vanity or a mid-century modern dresser, or lean a larger floor mirror against the wall as a standalone piece.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Mirror
Foxing and an aged frame usually read as character rather than damage, worth weighing against a listing's condition notes. For placement ideas, our 12 dramatic mirrors feature is a good place to start. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era and designer on record, and the 1stDibs Promise covers each purchase.