Vintage Rosewood Mid Century Credenza
Sold|$2,900
Vintage Rosewood Mid Century Credenza
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A beautiful rose wood Mid Century Nathan credenza. Width 72.5 in. Depth 18 in. Height 32.75 in.
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Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Sideboard Credenza by Nathan
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Sideboard Credenza by Nathan is a fabulous piece made by the
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Hutch Credenza by Nathan Furniture
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-century credenza was produced by Nathan Furniture during the 1960s. With a hutch cabinet
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Teak Server by Nathan Furniture
Sold|$2,700
Mid-Century Teak Server by Nathan Furniture
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in the home or office. Nathan Furniture manufacturer's mark. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan Danish Style
By Nathan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
exquisite Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard, inspired by Danish style design, features a
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Nathan Furniture
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
This iconic mid century piece is by Nathan furniture, made in the 1960s. Nathan furniture is
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Teak "Circles" Sideboard by Nathan Teak, c.1960s
By Nathan
Located in London, GB
For sale is a British-made Mid-Century Modernist Teak "Circles" sideboard produced by Nathan Teak
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Set of Nesting Side Tables by Nathan Mastercraftsman, 1960s
By Nathan
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
into one another, by Nathan Mastercraftsman, circa the 1960s. In excellent vintage condition. The
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
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Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard by Nathan Furniture
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
This long and stylish teak sideboard by Nathan furniture offers a wonderful array of storage spaces
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
1960s Mid Century Modern English Teak Drinks Cabinet by Nathan
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1960s mid century modern drinks cabinet by Nathan, England. Teak. "Nathan Quality" label intact
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Buffet Sideboard by Nathan
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Nathan Mid-Century Teak Sideboard, Danish styled, British made. The compact design is great for
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan Danish Style
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
furniture maker Nathan, exclusively at Mid Century Traders. This stunning piece sits on gorgeous sculpted
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Buffet Sideboard by Nathan
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning cabinet made by British furniture maker Nathan in the 1960s. This crednza offers great
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan Danish Style
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning mid century credenza by renowned British furniture maker Nathan, this vintage teak
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Mid century modern circles teak sideboard by Nathan Furniture, circa 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Mid century modern circles sideboard by Nathan Furniture, circa 1960s. Absolutely beautiful example
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Teak
Tola Sideboard from Nathan, 1960s
Sold|$967
Tola Sideboard from Nathan, 1960s
By Nathan
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century walnut sideboard from Nathan, circa 1960s Featuring two cupboards - with a shelf
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Teak, Walnut
British mid century modern circle inlay teak sideboard by Nathan furniture
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Here is a beautiful British mid century modern teak sideboard by Nathan furniture circa 1960's
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Teak
Mid Century Retro Teak Nathan Credenza Highboard Vintage Bureau Drinks Cabinet
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning piece of design from British manufacturer Nathan circa late 1960s. It's a very stylish
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
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Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Buffet Cabinet by Nathan Furniture, England
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1960s mid century modern bookcase or buffet cabinet by Nathan, England. Opposing upper & lower
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Buffets
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Cabinet in Teak by Nathan Furniture, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Portland, OR
Mid-Century Modern Danish style cabinet in teak by Nathan Furniture, 1960s. The cabinet having twin
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
1960s Mid Century Modern English 2-Tier Hutch Sideboard Credenza by Nathan
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1960s mid century modern 2-tier hutch sideboard credenza by Nathan, England. Teak. "Nathan Quality
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Nathan the Master Craftsman Low TV Unit Honey Oak
By Nathan Furniture
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely mid-century modern Nathan The Master Craftsman 5304
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Media Cabinet in Teak by Nathan Furniture, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Portland, OR
Mid-Century Modern Danish style media cabinet in Teak by Nathan Furniture, 1960s. The cabinet
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Desk Nathan
Sold|$1,715
Midcentury Desk Nathan
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Otley, GB
A beautifully designed midcentury desk by British brand Nathan. The desk is a neat design with
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Teak
Teak Sideboard or Highboard from Nathan, 1960s
By Nathan
Located in South Shields, GB
- Mid century modern highboard or sideboard - Featuring a pull down drinks cabinet, two sliding
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Teak
Teak Sideboard or Highboard from Nathan, 1960s
By Nathan
Located in South Shields, GB
- Mid century modern highboard or sideboard - Featuring a pull down drinks cabinet, two sliding
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
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Teak
Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers from Nathan, 1960s
By Nathan
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak tallboy chest of drawers from the quality furniture makers, Nathan, circa 1960s
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vanities
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Teak
Highboard in Teak from Nathan, 1960s
Sold|$1,797
Highboard in Teak from Nathan, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in South Shields, GB
A highboard or drinks cabinet by Nathan in the Danish Modern style, circa 1960s. This cabinet
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
1960s Nathan Plywood and Glass Coffee Table
By Nathan Furniture
Located in London, England
1960s Space Age coffee table manufactured by the English furniture maker Nathan. An interesting and
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Glass, Teak
Nathan Lerner Plywood Chair New Chicago Bauhaus
By Nathan Lerner
Located in Oakland, CA
Nathan Lerner (1913-1997) "Chair in a Box" early 1950s plywood chair, the chair could be ordered as
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
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Plywood, Paint
Midcentury Circles Teak Sideboard by Nathan Furniture, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Hilversum, NL
Very beautiful original teak sideboard, dresser or credenza. Made in the UK by Nathan Furniture and
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Teak
Nude, Oil Painting by Nathan Wasserberger, circa 1960
By Nathan Wasserberger
Located in Denton, TX
Nathan Wasserberger, Polish/American (1928-2012) . Oil on canvas with a giltwood frame.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
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Canvas, Wood, Paint
Midcentury Oak Three Coffee Nesting Tables by Nathan, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Paris, FR
20th century vintage "Trinity" round coffee table in oak and teak wood composed of a set of three
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Mahogany, Teak
Nathan Extendable Teak Mid Century Dining Table
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Nathan Extendable Teak Mid Century Dining Table, classic fishtail deaign legs. Great condition
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Teak
Nathan Cabot Hale Welded Nickel Figure, Signed
By Nathan Cabot Hale
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nathan Cabot Hale signed statue or figurine. Family tree representing life. Nathan Hale was
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Figurative Sculptures
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Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous mid century credenza made by Nathan in the 1960's oozes scandinavian style and class
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
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Teak
Vintage Nathan Margolis Chippendale Mahogany Ribbon Back Long Bench C1950
By Nathan Margolis Shop
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Vintage Nathan
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Mid-20th Century Chippendale Benches
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Mahogany
Mid Century Tola and Black Wardrobe From Nathan, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century three door Tola and Black wardrobe from Nathan. Featuring clothes rail and shelves
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Unit Bookcase by Nathan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic mid-century bookcase made by British furniture maker Nathan. This great cabinet offer
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Sideboard Buffet
Sold|$880
Vintage Mid-Century Sideboard Buffet
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Mid-Century sideboard buffet. This sideboard has ample storage below and overhead. Three
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Credenza Sideboard by Nathan
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous sideboard was designed and manufactured by Nathan Furniture in the mid 1960s. There
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Museum Wall Clock by Nathan Horwitt for Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, Nathan Horwitt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A minimalist black and white wall clock designed by Nathan George Horwitt for Howard Miller. Metal
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Teak Sideboard by Nathan Furniture, UK
Located in Astoria, NY
outward while the center cabinet door flips down. The piece is by Nathan Furniture of London; founded in
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20th Century English Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Original Air France Poster Chile Chili by Jacques Nathan Garamond Travel America
By Jacques Nathan-Garamond 1
Located in London, GB
Jacques Nathan-Garamond (1910-2011) Chile (or, in the native French, Chili) Original vintage poster
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist More Prints
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Lithograph
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall China Display Cabinet by Nathan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful cabinet made by British maker Nathan that has fantastic storage and beutiful design
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
English Mid-Century Modern large Teak Sideboard, Stamped Nathan, 1960s
Located in Dallas, TX
Nathan stamped English Mid-Century Modern buffet, credenza or sideboard. Made of clear teak
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Teak
Vintage Brass Desk Clock by Nathan George Horwitt for Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, Nathan Horwitt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic of modern design! Nathan George Horwitt's most famous design for Howard Miller (the world
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Restored Nathan George Horwitt Black and White Museum Clock 1970
By Howard Miller, Nathan Horwitt
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Exquisitely restored Nathan George Horwitt Museum Clock. The clock was produced by Howard Miller of
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza by Nathan Furniture, 1960s
Located in Portland, OR
Mid-Century Modern Danish style teak credenza by Nathan Furniture, 1960s. The credenza having a
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Nathan Lindberg Design set Armchairs with beige Teddy Fabric
Sold|$1,920 / set
Nathan Lindberg Design set Armchairs with beige Teddy Fabric
By Nathan Lindberg, Florence Knoll, Edward Wormley
Located in Amsterdam, NL
sofa and various designs by Florence Knoll. A contemporary chair designed in the spirit of Mid-Century
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Howard Miller Brass Museum Clock
By Howard Miller, Nathan Horwitt
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Howard Miller museum clock originally designed by Nathan George Horwitt. This piece is made
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Howard Miller Brass Museum Clock
By Howard Miller, Nathan Horwitt
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Howard Miller museum clock originally designed by Nathan George Horwitt. This piece has a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Mid Modern Style Nathan Young Design Within Reach Walnut Line Storage Desk New
By Design Within Reach
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
piece from DWR with mid century modern design inspiration. This piece features a very minimalistic
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21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Nathan Yong Louvered Walnut 4 door Credenza
Sold|$2,771
Nathan Yong Louvered Walnut 4 door Credenza
Located in Houston, TX
Designer Nathan Yong creates pieces that project quiet elegance, for which he credits hectic city
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21st Century and Contemporary Malaysian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
1960s Midcentury Teak Sideboard by Nathan Furniture
Located in Hook, Hampshire
solid lipped in teak and the handles a classic sculptural mid century shape. Three drawers across the
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Vintage 1960s English Shelves
Materials
Teak
Vintage Nesting Tables by Nathan Furniture, Model 5614, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
This set of Trinity nesting tables from Nathan Furniture consists of a large coffee table with a
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Set of 1970s Agate Inlaid Boxes
Sold|$4,400
Set of 1970s Agate Inlaid Boxes
By Jeannine Nathan
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of three boxes in chromed steel with agate inlaid. This boxes was designed by Jeannine Nathan
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Agate, Steel
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Mid Century Nathan For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century nathan for your home. A mid century nathan — often made from wood, hardwood and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a mid century nathan, we have 78 options in-stock, while there are 46 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century nathan you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century nathan made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century nathan over the years, but those crafted by Nathan Lindberg, Nathan Furniture and Nathan are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Nathan?
The average selling price for a mid century nathan at 1stDibs is $2,137, while they’re typically $283 on the low end and $175,000 for the highest priced.
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 celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Nathan
- 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs 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.
- 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 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.
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