Mid Century Modern Wicker
38
6,496
197
35
to
450
3,697
2,972
6,673
6,547
6,621
6,100
93
65
17
16
2
1
1
3
12
6,480
232
19
4,901
1,073
7
5
36
156
1,575
1,504
794
131
31
6,014
4,509
3,331
1,918
1,709
4,435
2,059
1,557
1,417
774
110
104
100
75
63
Sort By
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Wickers Armchairs
Located in Brussels , BE
set of 4 Mid-Century Modern wickers Armchairs.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamps, 1970s Spain
Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England
Highly decorative large Mid-Century Modern wicker ceiling lamps. Designed and manufactured in Spain
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Wood
American Designer, Mid-Century Modern, Wicker Settee, USA, 1970s
Located in Stamford, CT
American Designer, Mid-Century Modern, Wicker Settee, USA, 1970s
Settee of hump back form with
Category
Late 20th Century Adirondack Settees
Materials
Wicker
Classic Mid-Century Modern Wicker and Iron Cocktail Table by Danny Ho Fong
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern wicker and iron cocktail table by Danny Ho Fong.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
Vtg Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Figural Duck Rocker Bassinet Basket Crib
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Figural Duck Rocker Bassinet Basket Crib Plant Holder
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
H 35 in W 45 in D 16 in
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Wicker Lounge Chair or Armchair 1950s Sweden
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, large and decorative Mid-Century Modern wicker lounge chair or armchair. Designed
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.35 in W 34.26 in D 27.56 in
Mid Century Modern Wicker Glass Top Consoel Table w/ Pair of Matching Benches
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Wicker Glass Top Consoel Table w/ Pair of Matching Benches NICE!
seat: 15" x 20
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Glass
H 27 in W 49 in D 15 in
Exceptional Large Mid-Century Modern Wicker Magazine Rack or Stand, 1960s, Italy
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, large and decorative Mid-Century Modern wicker magazine rack or stand. Manufactured
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
H 20.87 in W 22.84 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Side Table or Sofa Table, 1950s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
A Mid-Century Modern wicker rattan side table or sofa table, which was designed and manufactured in
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
H 13.78 in W 29.93 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Wastebasket
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This handcrafted wicker wastebasket encapsulates the essence of mid-century modern design, boasting
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wicker
Mid century modern Wicker and Bamboo Rocking Horse
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Weesp, NL
Bamboo and wicker mid century modern rocking horse
Adorable rocking horse in great condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Wood
French Riviera Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Round Italian Wall Mirror, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing Mid-Century Modern wicker rattan round wall mirror. This fantastic piece was designed in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wicker, Rattan
H 2.76 in Dm 24.02 in
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.
Executed in wicker, wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.
The lamp can be
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Very Nice Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern lamp. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.
Executed in wicker
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern, Wicker armchair from the fifties, Italian manufacture
Located in Milan, IT
Wicker armchair from the fifties, Italian manufacture.
The wicker armchair has an important and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 48.04 in W 33.08 in D 29.14 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light, Germany, 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or hanging light. Manufactured probably in 1960s, Germany
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wicker Emmanuelle Armchairs from Kok Maison, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of wicker armchairs were produced in the 1970s by the famous French company Kok Maison
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
H 39.38 in W 33.47 in D 27.56 in
1960s Mid-Century Modern Wicker Side Tables With Tempered Glass Tops, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of vintage wicker side table with thick and tempered glass tops.
Set in excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Bauhaus Side Tables
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Wicker Bar Stools by Herta Maria Witzemann
By Erwin Behr, Herta-maria Witzemann
Located in Berlin, DE
Very rare set of four bar stools designed by Prof. Herta-Maria Witzemann and manufactured by Erwin Behr in Germany in the 1950s. The stools have solid metal black painted frames and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
H 44.89 in W 13.78 in D 16.93 in
Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Mid Century Modern Wicker and Chrome Armchairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
features a beautiful wicker rattan seat and back combined with a curving chrome cantilever style frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
H 31.75 in W 23 in D 32 in
Wicker & Bent Steel Mid-Century Modern Serving Cart Side Table on Wheels
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern wicker and steel serving cart on wheels.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Wicker
1950s Wicker Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining or Garden Table
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
1950s, Italian Mid-Century modern wicker table, dining table and perfect for outdoor garden or
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo and Wicker Stool 1950s Italy
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely Mid-Century Modern wicker stool. Manufactured in 1950s, Italy.
Executed in wicker and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Bohemian Handwoven Wicker Wall Mirror Rhombus Shape French Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern wicker wall mirror in a handcrafted Rhombus shape.
Oval handwoven Bohemian Chic
Category
Vintage 1960s French Bohemian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wicker
H 22.5 in W 18.5 in D 2 in
Kovacs, Mid-Century Modern, Large Wicker Table Lamps, United States, 1980s
By Kovacs
Located in Stamford, CT
Large Mid-Century Modern Wicker Urn Table, Desk Lamps by Kovacs, Compatible Pair
Large scale boho
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wicker
Wicker - Brass Wonderful Luxury Magazine Rack with 3 Shelf, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern Wicker - Brass Wonderful Luxury Italian Magazine Rack with 3 shelf, 1960s, Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Wicker Vintage Dining Chairs Karl Fostel Sen's Erben Sonett Vienna 1950
By Karl Fostel Sen’s Erben
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern wicker vintage set of three dining chairs or patio chairs for indoor and outdoor
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.88 in W 16.74 in D 22.05 in
Rattan and Wrought Iron Rolling Bar Cart
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern wicker and wrought iron rolling bar cart attributed to Arthur Umanoff
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Wrought Iron
1960s Sculptural Woven Rattan Bar Tea Cart
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
packed with personality! Just look at the gorgeous design on this beauty! Mid-Century Modern wicker
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Vintage MCM Wicker Accented Nightstands by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Century Modern Wicker Accented Nightstands
Featuring woven wicker sides and drawer fronts, and water and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern White Wicker Bar Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Freehold, NJ
This pair of mid century modern bar stools in the style of Arthur Umanoff feature white painted
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swedish Wicker Chair
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful 1950’s wicker chair with black metal frame and in a good vintage condition. Great for
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modern Rounded Wicker Pouf, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern rounded wicker pouf, 1960s
Round footrest entirely covered in woven
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern White Wicker Chair by Rohé Noordwolde
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Bohemian wicker chair made by Dutch Rohé Noordwolde.
The tangle of white braided willow toe forms a
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Iron & Wicker Hoop Lounge Chair
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare two tone woven split reed wicker lounge chair. All original, powder blue with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Painted Wicker Rattan Pod Club Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Painted Wicker Rattan Pod Club Chairs - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Wicker
H 31 in W 25 in D 29 in
Mid-Century Modern White Wicker Side Table 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
We present a white lacquered wicker side table with black tube steel frame, Austria 1950s.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Tall Rattan Wicker Peacock Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of mid-century modern tall rattan wicker peacock style chairs. Chairs feature the classic tall
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wicker Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century Modern Italian wicker table lamp, 1960s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tortoise Bamboo and Wicker 6 Bottle Wine Rack
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A handmade Mid-Century Modern wine rack created from bentwood bamboo and wicker. Two layers of
Category
Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Brass, Wicker and Lucite Ice Bucket
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Attributed iconic Christian Dior design from the 1970s, this ice bucket's caning and Lucite is in excellent condition. Liner included. Would make a great fashion statement on your bar.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Wicker Frog Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical mid-century frog stand with removable serving tray crafted in stick wicker with a taupe
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wicker, Glass
Egon Eiermann E10 Wicker Armchair 'Korbsessel, Murmann, Mid-Century Modern'
By Heinrich Murmann, Egon Eiermann
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
light natural rattan, this wicker armchair does not have a substructure, weighing almost nothing, yet it
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-century Modern Large Open-Weave Rattan Wicker Storage Basket, Plant Holder
Located in Chicago, IL
Sturdy and handsome woven urn-shaped basket of warm brown wicker or rattan with 1960s bohemian
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid Century Wicker Wing Back Armchair
Located in Hastings, GB
A superb Mid Century hand woven large wingback armchair, Spanish. The woven wicker is set upon
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Seagrass
Wicker Works Italian Oversized Rattan Barrel Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Michael Taylor, Wicker Works
Located in Bensalem, PA
Woven and braided Italian rattan barrel back lounge chair and matching ottoman from The Wicker
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Pair Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Karlskrona Rattan Wicker Chaise Lounge Chairs
By IKEA
Located in Stamford, CT
organic Bohemian modern rattan and wicker chaise lounge chair by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea, circa late 1990s
Category
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
H 34 in W 54 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Wire and Wicker Basket with Handle, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern brass wire basket, circa 1970's. This nifty basket is perfect on the table
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Brass, Wire
H 6 in W 11.75 in D 9.85 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Wicker Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian design flush mount, 1960s, woven wicker basket around a Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Huge Boho Chic Mid-Century Modern Handwoven Wicker Rattan Cone Shade
Located in Miami, FL
This is a huge Mid-Century Modern handwoven and hand painted cone shaped Wicker or Rattan shade
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern More Lighting
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nice mid-century dresser with wicker accent panels. Top doors open to reveal shelving and five
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian Rattan and Wicker Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs with rattan structure, wicker weave entirely handmade.
Italian design from the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
H 32.68 in W 34.65 in D 35.44 in
Mid-20th Century Wicker Potty Seat
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Painted white, this wicker potty seat is all about the early to mid-20th century when wicker was
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Wicker
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Lounge Chair in Rattan Wicker, Italy 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair in Rattan wicker, Italy 1950s.
Beautiful Italian mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Reed
H 39.38 in W 26.38 in D 30.71 in
Mid Century Swedish wicker oval mirror
Located in London, GB
Lovely wicker Mid Century Swedish oval mirror with a wide organic woven wicker frame in a rich warm
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Monkey Ape Rattan Wicker Hanging Figure 1970s, France
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in Nuernberg, DE
estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. A nice addition to any mid century home.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wicker
Fun Pair of Mid Century Modern Round Wicker Ottomans
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fun and rare pair of white wicker vintage round ottomans with recessed seat cushions.
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Wicker Living Room Set, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian bamboo and rattan living room set.
The set consists in 2 armchairs and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Mid Century Modern Wicker", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Mid Century Modern Wicker For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century modern wicker you’re looking for. Frequently made of natural fiber, wicker and rattan, every mid century modern wicker was constructed with great care. There are 2106 variations of the antique or vintage mid century modern wicker you’re looking for, while we also have 71 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century modern wicker you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern wicker, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century modern wicker that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carl Auböck, Rohe Noordwolde and Dirk Van Sliedregt produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Wicker?
Prices for a mid century modern wicker can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $120 and can go as high as $44,200, while the average can fetch as much as $1,716.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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 legendary 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.
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.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Wicker
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
Read More
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Iconic Furniture Makes This 1958 Midwestern Home a True Mid-Century Gem
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
Welcome Back to Designer Russel Wright’s Mid-Century Hudson Valley Home
The industrial designer was known for his sleek, modern dinnerware, but his 1961 house and the landscape around it may be his most astonishing creation.
Cara Greenberg Wrote the Book on Mid-Century Modern Furniture. Here Are Her Auction Finds
The author and design expert was among the first to define the style and coined its alliterative name. She shares her favorite pieces on 1stDibs Auctions — including some steals.
Jochum Rodgers Has Long Brought the Best of 20th-Century Design to Berlin and Beyond
Opened by Hans-Peter Jochum some 40 years ago, the pioneering gallery specializes in mid-century gems but also spotlights contemporary pieces by European artists and makers.
A Guide to Herman Miller’s Most Iconic Furniture
The prolific manufacturer has partnered with many of the world’s top designers since opening its doors in 1923. Here are some of the company’s greatest hits, which helped transform the American home and office.
More Ways To Browse
Chapman Mid Century Modern
Triple Pendant Brass
Trolley 2 Tier
Danish Suspensions
Pair Of Regency Bookcases
Franco Albini Style Chairs
Woven Wicker Light
1920s Lacquer Chairs
Serving Cart Midcentury Tea
Metal Outdoor Lounge Chair
Retro Wicker High Chair
Wrought Iron Set Of 4 Chairs
Franco Albini For Poggi
Rattan Nightstands
Caned Chest
Caning Chest
Arts And Crafts Arm Chair
French Design Rattan And Wicker