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Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror, Italy, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern wall mirror, Italy, 1970.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror Italy 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern wall mirror Italy 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Finesse Relief Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Mid-Century Modern wall sculpture hand-crafted out of fiberglass. This fabulous sculpture features a unique relief design depicting a free spirit dancer. This piece is eye-catching...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
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Fiberglass, Lacquer, Paint
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern wall sconces attributed to Hustadt Leuchten, Germany, circa 1970s features textured glass on a metal fixture with ceramic embedded into the metal. Great co...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by ETAP
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This Mid-Century Modern wall lamp was made by ETAP.
This Minimalist metal lamp in white and grey is in very good authentic condition.
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
One Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces
Located in Porto, PT
One pair of Mid-Century Modern wall sconces, wood, metal, wood imitation formica and glass.
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Four Nickel Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Two pairs of Italian Mid-Century Modern wall lights in the form of a double ellipse in nickelled metal. Lighting source is in back and light is emitted using the nickelled metal stru...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp Model Maija, by Yki Nummi
By Innolux Finland, Yki Nummi
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern wall lamp by Yki Nummi. New edition. Birch and opal acrylic shade.
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Wall Lights and Sconces
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Birch
Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces in the Style of Hoffman
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wall sconces in the style of Hoffman.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Hughe Pair Brass Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights Scones with 2 Bulbs
Located in Weiningen, CH
hughe pair brass Mid-Century Modern wall lights scones with 2 bulbs.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Rare Hiemstra Evolux Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp, 1950s
By Hiemstra Evolux
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare Hiemstra Evolux Mid-Century Modern wall lamp 1950s.
Adjustable black lacquered metal wall lamp.
Picture of advertisement in Goed Wonen magazine available.
In good original co...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Bent Brushed Brass Frame Rounded Corners Mid Century Modern Wall Mirror Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bent brushed brass frame rounded corners mid century modern wall mirror mint.
Mirror by Hamilton Hills with certificate.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Brass
H 48 in. W 18 in. D 2 in.
Pair of Milo Baughman Burl Wood Bookmatched Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Milo Baughman burl wood bookmatched Mid-Century Modern wall mirrors.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Mirror, Burl
H 47 in. W 21 in. D 1 in.
Pair of Swivel Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps, 1950s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Set of two rare and beautiful Mid-Century Modern wall lamps.
Fully functional.
Each with E14 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for all countries.
Very...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wall Light in off White and Brass, Italy, 1950's
By Stilux, Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in Den Haag, NL
Mid-Century Modern wall light in off white and brass, Italy 1950's
Very well designed piece, most probably manufactured by Arteluce.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Lane Furniture
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An incredible walnut Mid-Century Modern wall unit by acclaimed furniture maker Lane. Made in the USA with solid craftsmanship and timeless design, this wall unit is a lasting additio...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Walnut
Hillebrand Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror Back Lit Brutalist Brass Aluminum
By Hillebrand
Located in New York, NY
European Mid-Century Modern wall mirror with built in lights. The mirror’s frame is constructed of cast metal elements in the “Brutalist” aesthetic which surrounds a polished and lac...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Metal
H 25 in. W 17.25 in. D 3 in.
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mounted Sideboard, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wall mounted sideboard in precious Macassar ebony from the 1950s. The suspended sideboard has a very refined drawers design and maple interiors. The innova...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Ebony, Maple
Pair of Brass Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces in the Style of Tommi Parzinger
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A chic pair of elongated brass Italian Mid-Century Modern wall sconces having 3 arms each and dimmers.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
H 45 in. W 7 in. D 6 in.
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps Sigmaby Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wall lamps Sigmaby Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s
Large wall lamps Sigma in knurled printed glass and nickel-plated brass.
Designed by Sergio Mazza for...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
H 10.24 in. Dm 6.3 in.
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 1960s
By Artemide, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wall lights by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 1960s
Pair of wall lamp with metal structure in dark green with thick glass lampshade and embossed brand. ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Glass, Plastic
H 11.03 in. W 7.09 in. D 14.97 in.
Mid Century Modern Wall Decoration Oil on Canvas Market by J. Schulz, circa 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern wall decoration painting oil on canvas shows typical cow market in the middle of a town.
The painting shows the signature of J. Schulz in the corner at the right ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
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Canvas
H 30.31 in. W 24.01 in. D 3.15 in.
Mid-Century Modern Wall Coat Rack Hanger, Lacquered Walnut with Original Fabric
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern wall coat rack hanger, lacquered walnut with original fabric, Cesare Lacca style
Measures cm: H 187, W 132, D 20.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
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Crystal, Brass
H 73.63 in. W 51.97 in. D 7.88 in.
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Sconces, 1960s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two elegant Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces with rotating lamp shades. Manufactured in Germany, 1960s.
Executed in nickel-plated brass. Each lamp needs 1 x E14 Ediso...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp or Task Light by Beisl 1960s Germany
By Beisl
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and articulated Mid-Century Modern wall lamp or task light. Designed and manufactured by Beisl, 1960s, Germany. Adjustable arm and shade.
Executed in partly black lacquered a...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek vintage modern wall mirror featuring a small shelf, stamped RS.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Wood
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Sconces, 1970s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two elegant Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces. Designed and manufactured probably in Germany, 1970s.
Executed in metal, each lamp needs 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Restored Vintage 1960's Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit Display Cabinet
Located in North York, ON
Restored Vintage 1960’s Mid-Century Modern wall unit display cabinet. Featuring brass detailed accents and walnut woods. Finished in a dark espresso brown, this piece is the perfect ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Great large wall lamp with 6 light points.
The lamp is made of iron, patinated in a red/gold color.
The light points are behind the flower bulbs, these are slightly openwork, which...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Iron
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant mid-century style mirror features a sloped silver frame with ribbed accenting. A perfect addition to any open wall space in need of a mirror. Please confirm item locatio...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Glass, Wood
Rare and Articulated Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and articulated Mid-Century Modern wall lamp. Designed and manufactured by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy. Marked four times to the arm and inside of the shade. The lamp can b...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Aluminum, Brass
H 7.09 in. W 3.94 in. D 31.5 in.
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall vintage mirror with walnut trim and gold braided accent.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Buffet by Brazilian Designer Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare Mid-Century Modern wall-mounted buffet by Brazilian Designer Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s
This piece was designed by the acclaimed Italian-born designer Giuseppe S...
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Metal
H 31.11 in. W 78.75 in. D 18.12 in.
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps Corno, Wilhelm Wagenfeld for Peill & Putzler, 1952
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and extremely rare Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces 'Corno'. Designed by the famous German Designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld in 1952. Manufactured by Peill & Putzler in 1950...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
H 4.34 in. W 7.09 in. D 8.27 in.
Set of Two Brass Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Sconces, 1970s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two elegant Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces. Designed and manufactured in Germany, 1970s.
The lamps are executed in polished brass and each lamp needs 1 x E27 Edison...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
H 12.41 in. W 7.49 in. D 5.12 in.
Set of Three Large Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Sconces, 1950s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three large and elegant Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces. Designed and manufactured probably in 1950s in Germany.
Executed in metal/brass, each lamp needs 1 x E27 ...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass, Metal
H 3.55 in. W 7.09 in. D 18.31 in.
Mid-Century Modern Wall Hanging of Fishes by André Minaux, Vintage Fish Tapestry
By Andre Minaux
Located in Dallas, TX
71623, Mid-Century Modern wall hanging of fishes by André Minaux. This Mid-Century Modern tapestry depicts two large fish and one small fish swimming surrounded by a burnt orange bor...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
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Cotton, Linen
Teak Mid-Century Modern Wall Shelving Unit by Louis Van Teeffelen for Wébé
By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern wall shelving unit.
Design by Louis Van Teeffelen for WéBé.
Striking Dutch design from the 1950s.
This wall shelving unit consists of:
Two or...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Brass
H 66.93 in. W 100.79 in. D 15.75 in.
Set of Two Huge Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Sconces, 1950s, Germany
By Karl Walther
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two large and elegant Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces. Designed and manufactured by Karl Walther Nachf., 1950s, Wurzen, East Germany. Each lamp with makers label reve...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
H 25.6 in. W 9.85 in. D 3.94 in.
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Sconces by Fontana Arte Italy 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces. Designed and manufactured by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s. Launched in 1965.
Executed in chrome-plated...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Aluminum, Brass
H 6.7 in. W 9.85 in. D 5.12 in.
Midcentury Modern Wall Lamps Corno by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for Peill & Putzler 1952
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant and extremely rare Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces 'Corno'. Designed by the famous German Designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld in 1952. Manufactured by Peill & Putzler in 1950...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
H 7.09 in. W 7.09 in. D 4.34 in.
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful bookcase has a finished back making it available to use as a room divider as well. Class century design with gorgeous wood veneer. (Please confirm item location - NY o...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage wall unit offers plenty of storage with an array of shelves and partitions, as well as large storage compartments. One compartment opens to reveal a light for display of...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Perfect for adding timeless Mid-Century Modern style to any room, this sturdy wall unit can complement personal decorations arranged on its shelves and add organization to a space. P...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wall Plate from Germany
By Dümler & Breiden
Located in New York City, NY
1970s modern decorative wall hanging plate from Germany.
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
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Terracotta
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Bookcase E22 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wall bookcase E22 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s
Modular composition fixed on black metal uprights, with shelves, sideboard with sliding doors and dr...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Metal
H 110.24 in. W 111.03 in. D 22.84 in.
1970s Willy Rizzo Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A stylish wall mirror designed by Willy Rizzo, it's an high quality wall mirror in perfect conditions.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
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Brass
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps or Flush Mounts by Wila, 1950s, Germany
By WILA
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two extremely rare and lovely Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or flush mounts. Manufactured probably by Wila, 1950s, Germany.
The lamps are executed in brass and each needs 1 x...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
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Brass
H 3.55 in. Dm 10.24 in.
Large Filigree Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional.
With three E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for all countries.
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Kalmar 1950 Glass Mid-Century Modern Wall Light
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
A luxurious 1950 Austrian Floral thick glass wall light by the famed lighting company, Kalmar. Rewired.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Pair of 2 Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces, 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 2 Italian wall sconces made with opaline glass and brass details.
An iconic piece that will complete a midcentury style living room or studio with its timeless elegance.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp Diabolo, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Wall lamp Diabolo in matt grey painted aluminium and brass joint. Probably Stilnovo.
The joint allows the lampshade to be moved up and down, also to the left and right.
Hourgl...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaques by Harris Strong
By Harris Strong
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautifully executed pair of terra cotta wall plaques depicting still life's. Very colorful and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Hangers are original to the art. Siz...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
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Ceramic, Terracotta
Monumental Mid-Century Modern Wall Sculpture Attributed to John Reisetter
Located in Redding, CT
Monumental Mid-Century Modern Abstract Wall sculpture attributed to John Reisetter . Reisetter was one of the known sculptors who worked for The famous Curtis Jere Artisan House run ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
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Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A midcentury wall lamp by Glashütte Limburg made in Germany in the 1960s. The materials are golden colored iron and glass. It has a beautiful modernist design.
The light requires ...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces, France, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant pair of French Mid-Century Modern double wall sconces, two arm light, from the mid-1950s, in gilt metal and new ivory cotton shades.
Set of 2 double, total of 4 arms.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal
Minimalist Wall Vase Brass & Bakelite Mid-Century Modern Wall Decoration, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s German Minimalist wall mount vase. Nice addition to your room. These small decoration items get found harder and harder, so take your chance now. Found at an esta...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
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Brass
H 7.63 in. W 3.13 in. D 1.63 in.
Minimalist Wall Vase Brass & Bakelite Mid-Century Modern Wall Decoration, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s German Minimalist wall mount vase. Nice addition to your room. These small decoration items get found harder and harder, so take your chance now. Found at an esta...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
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Brass
H 9.5 in. W 4 in. D 1.5 in.
Minimalist Wall Vase Brass & Bakelite Mid-Century Modern Wall Decoration, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s German Minimalist wall mount vase. Nice addition to your room. These small decoration items get found harder and harder, so take your chance now. Found at an esta...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 6.75 in. W 1.63 in. D 2.13 in.
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Mid Century Modern Wall For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern wall available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every mid century modern wall was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern wall, we have 35729 options in-stock, while there are 1419 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century modern wall — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each mid century modern wall bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mid century modern wall that is appealing in its simplicity, but Curtis Jere, J.T. Kalmar and Stilnovo produced versions that are worth a look.
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Prices for a mid century modern wall start at $1 and top out at $982,587 with the average selling for $1,942.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe mid-century modern American 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.
Postwar American architects and designers were animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist “International Style” architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the ’30s 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, respectively, pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair. George Nelson and his design team created Bubble lamp shades using a new translucent polymer skin. Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were re-purposed: the Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs that used surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century 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, blonde-wood furniture — and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern American furniture on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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