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Midcentury Modernism Silver-Plated Pitcher Taxco Mexico
By Taxco
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Midcentury Modernism Silver-Plated Pitcher Mexico Stamped made Hecho in Mexico 8 h x 7.5 diameter x
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate

'Chinoiserie' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Edward August Landon
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Edward Landon 'Chinoiserie', color serigraph, 1947, edition 50, Ryan 36. Signed in pencil in the image, lower right. Titled, dated, and annotated '4 COLORS – EDITION 50' in the scree...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen

'Dockside' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Alex Minewski
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Alex Minewski, 'Dockside', gouache on paper, 1953. Signed in the image, lower left. Annotated 'April 1953, Minewski, ‘Dock Side’, verso. A fine, modernist rendering, with fresh color...
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1950s American Modern Figurative Paintings

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Gouache

Fabricius and Kastholm Classics of Mid-Century Modernism Two-Seat Sofa.
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Kill International
Located in Antwerp, BE
To be the classics of Midcentury Modernism,Fabricius and Kastholm two-seat sofa, feature in
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Steel

'Exhortation' (Priest) — Mid-Century Modernism
By Edward August Landon
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Edward Landon 'Exhortation (Priest)', color serigraph, 1957, edition 28, Ryan 72. Signed, titled, and numbered '21/28' in pencil. A superb, richly-inked impression, with strong color...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Prints

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Screen

'The Lamentation' — Mid-century Modernism
By Benton Murdoch Spruance
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Spruance is widely recognized as one of America’s most important twentieth-century printmakers. Born in
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

'Equus Uirumpu' — Mid-century Modernism
By James Houston McConnell
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Serigraphy Society and the American Color Print Society. McConnell’s work was shown in numerous mid-century
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1940s American Modern Abstract Prints

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Screen

'Composition # 4' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Thomas A. Robertson
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Thomas Robertson, 'Composition #4,' color serigraph, edition 47, c. 1940. Signed, titled, and annotated 'Ed/47' in pencil. A superb, painterly impression, with fresh colors, on buff ...
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1940s Abstract Abstract Prints

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Screen

'Rockport Harbor' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Louis Wolchonok
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
east of Gloucester and is surrounded on three sides by the Atlantic Ocean. Since the mid-1800s, artists
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1950s American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Gouache

FK 6720 Classics of Midcentury Modernism Lounge Chair by Fabricius and Kastholm
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Kill International
Located in Antwerp, BE
To be the classics of midcentury modernism the lounge chair feature in exclusively steel frames
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modernism Bowls
By Reed & Barton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this set of Mid-Century bowls by Reed and Barton. Hallmarked 1954, they
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

'The French Farm' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Edward August Landon
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Edward Landon, 'The French Farm', color serigraph, 1942, Ryan 86. Signed, titled, and annotated 'Edition 50' in pencil. A superb impression, with fresh colors, on cream, wove paper; ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Landscape Prints

Materials

Screen

Nets – Mid-Century Modernism, Atelier 17
By Sigismond Kolos-Vari
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Sigismond Kolos-Vari, 'Nets', color etching with soft-ground and aquatint, edition 200—1 of 60 artist's proofs, 1952. Signed and dated in pencil. Numbered L/LX in pencil. Image size ...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

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Etching, Aquatint

'Havoc in Heaven' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Benton Murdoch Spruance
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
most important twentieth-century printmakers. Born in Philadelphia, he first took architectural classes
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

'Tropical Wash Day' — Mid-Century Modernism
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
'Tropical Wash Day', aquatint, edition 100, 1946. Signed in pencil. Signed and dated in the plate, lower left. A superb, richly-inked impression, on heavy cream wove paper, with full...
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

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Aquatint

'The Orange Point' — Mid-Century Modernism
By Thomas A. Robertson
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
'The Orange Point', color serigraph, edition 54, c. 1940. Signed, titled, and annotated 'Ed/54' in pencil. A fine impression, with fresh colors, on buff wove paper; the full sheet wi...
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1940s American Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen

'Eyes for the Night' — Mid-century Modernism
By Benton Murdoch Spruance
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
widely recognized as one of America’s most important twentieth-century printmakers. Born in Philadelphia
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

'Eyes for the Night' — Mid-century Modernism
By Benton Murdoch Spruance
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
twentieth-century printmakers. Born in Philadelphia, he first took architectural classes at the University
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Reclining Nude — Mid-Century Modernism, African American Artist
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Robert Blackburn, Untitled (Reclining Nude), brush and ink, c. 1948, unsigned. A fine, spontaneous work, on cream wove paper. Slight toning to the sheet edges; otherwise in excellen...
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1940s American Modern Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink

'Girl with Hands to Face' — Mid-century Modernism
By Benton Murdoch Spruance
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
most important twentieth-century printmakers. Born in Philadelphia, he first took architectural classes
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Abstract Work on Paper Mid-Century Modernism Greek American Gouache Drawing
By Jean Xceron
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Work on Paper Mid-Century Modernism Greek American Gouache Drawing. A modernist artist
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1940s American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Gouache

'Green Shade' — Mid-century Modernism, Abstract Expressionism, Atelier 17
By Stanley William Hayter
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
the most significant printmakers of the 20th century, Hayter founded the legendary Atelier 17 studio
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1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

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Etching

'Biomorphic Abstract', Mid-century Modernism, SFMOMA, Whitney, Rochester Museum
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Provenzano' for Sam Provenzano (American, 1923-1999) and painted circa 1949. Exhibited: Rochester Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester Finger Lakes Exhibition (from l...
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1940s Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

'Manhattan 1, stone 2' — New York City, Mid-Century Modernism
By Lyonel Feininger
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
Lyonel Feininger, 'Manhattan 1, stone 2', lithograph, 1951, edition 25. Prasse L 16. Titled 'Manhattan I and Stone II' in pencil, in the bottom right sheet edge. A fine impression on...
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1950s Bauhaus Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

Winter Fun — Mid-century Modernism, Central Park, New York City
By Louis Lozowick
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
generation as among the finest created in twentieth-century America.” —Janet Flint, The Prints of Louis
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1940s American Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Mid-Century Modernism Vintage Milo Baughman Style Brown Fabric Two Seat Settee
By Milo Baughman
Located in Secaucus, NJ
removable covers with zips. Iconic and very comfortable design of Mid-Century modern make this Settee an
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

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Steel, Chrome

French Mid-Century Modernism Pitcher and Eight Cups Set by Vallauris Faience
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
fireclay were already being used to make bricks and pots. In the 16th century, the town was ravaged by
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Modernism Milo Baughman Style Glass Square Coffee Table with Shelf
By Milo Baughman
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning and elegant looking mid-century modern Milo Baughman style polished stainless steel and
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

'Danse du Soleil' (Sun Dance; Sun Dancer) — Mid-century Modernism, Atelier 17
By Stanley William Hayter
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
significant printmakers of the 20th century, Hayter founded the legendary Atelier 17 studio in Paris, now
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1950s American Modern Abstract Prints

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Engraving, Etching

'Feu sous L'eau' (Fire Under Water) —Mid-century Modernism, Atelier 17
By Stanley William Hayter
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
significant printmakers of the 20th century, Hayter founded the legendary Atelier 17 studio in Paris, now
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1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

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Engraving, Etching

Mid-Century Modern Joaquin Taller Sterling Silver Figural Bird Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Joaquin Taller in the period and style of Mid-Century Modernism. This sculpture has inlaid agate eyes and
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Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Agate, Sterling Silver

1940s Vintage Evans Herman Miller Eames Rosewood Dcw 5-2-5 Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Evans Products Company
Located in Saint Paul, MN
The first chair by Charles and Ray Eames, the DCW changed mid century modernism forever. This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Blue Royal Copenhagen Art Pottery Vase
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Modernism. The vase is done with a hand painted cobalt blue decoration over a light, or robin egg blue
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Pottery

Sterling Silver Mid-Century Centerpiece
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and has that Mid-Century modernism look that’s so sought after. On each end there is a cutout handle
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swedish Mid-Century Abstract Marquetry 3-Legged Coffee Table, ca. 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modernism CoffeeSideOccasional Table Abstract Marquetry Sweden, ca. 1950s ABOUT A
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Writing Desk by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Made by EG møbler in the 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Writing Desk by Henry Kjærnulf
Writing Desk by Henry Kjærnulf
H 29.93 in W 61.42 in D 31.5 in
Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Made by EG møbler in the 1970s.  
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

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Oak

Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
H 49.61 in W 77.17 in D 19.3 in
Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Made by EG møbler in the 1970s.  
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

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Oak

Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
H 45.28 in W 82.68 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Probably made by EG møbler in the
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 16.93 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Probably made by EG møbler
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 37.01 in W 82.68 in D 18.51 in
1970s Brutalist Blown Glass Pendants Feders Felipe Delfinger Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Brutalist Pair of Feders Pendants Color Banded Glass Panel Lamps Mexican Mid-Century Modernism
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass

1940s Vintage Evans Herman Miller Eames Ash Dcw 5-2-5 Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Evans Products Company
Located in Saint Paul, MN
The first chair by Charles and Ray Eames, the DCW changed mid century modernism forever. This ash
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Stylish Leather Lounge Chair with Matching Ottoman
By HBF
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the classic design aesthetic of mid-century modernism, the Dialogue chair and ottoman
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Mid-Century Brass Sailboat Sculpture Art on Onyx by John DeMott
By Demott
Located in Bay City, MI
onyx base. The brass material and intricate torch cut design give the piece a stunning mid-century
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Onyx, Brass, Copper

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Table by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Made by EG møbler in the
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dining Table by Henry Kjærnulf
Dining Table by Henry Kjærnulf
H 28.35 in W 66.15 in D 35.44 in
Signed Jacques Vidal French Mid Century Wrought Iron Floor Lamp 1967
Located in Paris, IDF
is a gorgeous example of French mid-century modernism.  
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Iron

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
canvas. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Canvas

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Otello Rosa Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Sconce & Wall Art, ca. 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modernism Otello Rosa for San Polo A Pair of Personages from La Comedia dell’ Arte
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Ceramic

Danish Mid-Century Baca Faience plates set by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen
By Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Berlin, DE
of mid-century modernism among ceramic forms. The plates are stamped and carry Nils Thorsson's
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by EG møbler in the 1960s-1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cowhide, Oak

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Hourglass Form Channel Lamps in Polished Chrome
Located in New York, NY
lines, these lamps embody the qualities that lovers of late Mid Century Modernism adore. They have been
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Suddenly Last Summer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
In “Suddenly Last Summer,” Strickfaden weaves design elements inspired by mid-century modernism
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2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modernism you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every mid century modernism was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a mid century modernism, we have 4880 options in-stock, while there are 605 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century modernism 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 modernism made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made mid century modernism has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Charlotte Perriand, Henning Kjærnulf and Cassina are consistently popular.

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Questions About Mid Century Modernism
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple. 

    Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller

    Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

    Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.

    Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.