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Mid Century NYC Park Avenue Street Scene with Public Bus Boudreau, circa 1960
By Joe Boudreau
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Early 1960 Manhattan street scene. Great fashions depicting the times. Unframed, signed Boudreau. City bus with a fashionable crowd strolling. It's not Joe Boudreau as far as I know....
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Mission Impossible Original TV Guide Drawing Illustration Caricature Mid Century
By Albert Al Hirschfeld
Located in New York, NY
"Mission Impossible" Original TV Guide Drawing Illustration Caricature Mid Century NYC with Greg
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1960s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Board

Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
thickness. Professionally packed and shipped through UPS or through local Currier NYC area
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
H 17 in W 24 in D 16 in
1950s "Lounge" Mid Century Figurative Ink Drawing NYC Artist
By Donald Stacy
Located in Arp, TX
Donald Stacy "Lounge" c. 1950s Ink on paper 14" x 16.5" unframed Unsigned Came from artist estate Donald Stacy (1925-2011) New Jersey Studied: Newark School of Fine Art The Art Stu...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink

"Crossed Arms" Mid Century Abstract Expressionist NYC Female Artist
By Sylvia Rutkoff
Located in Arp, TX
Sylvia Rutkoff (1919-2011) Sr5-1 c.1960s “Crossed Arms” Acrylic on Masonite 36x42 period frame Unsigned Collection acquired from family estate
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Mid-Century Modern Jetson Pendant Light Union Theological Seminary in NYC
Located in New York, NY
Large scale Mid-Century Modern pendant light from the prestigious Union Theological Seminary on the
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1950s "Mask" Mid Century Nude Ink Figure Drawing NYC Artist
By Donald Stacy
Located in Arp, TX
Donald Stacy "Mask" c.1950s Ink on paper Black dark wood frame 10.25"x17.25" Unsigned Came from artist estate Introducing an original piece by the American artist Donald Stacy title...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink

1950s "Waiting" Mid Century Female Nude Ink Drawing NYC Artist
By Donald Stacy
Located in Arp, TX
Donald Stacy "Waiting" c.1950s Ink on paper 14" x 16.5" unframed Signed and dated 1953 in pencil lower right Came from artist estate *Custom framing available for additional charge. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink

1950s "Red Sun" Mid Century Abstract Art Students League NYC
By Donald Stacy
Located in Arp, TX
Donald Stacy "Red Sun" c.1950s Gouache and oil pastel on paper 13.75" x 17" unframed Unsigned Came from artist's estate *Custom framing available for additional charge. Please expect...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Oil Pastel, Gouache

Custom Mid Century Walnut Credenza by Creative Woodwork Co., NYC
By George Marshal Cohen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Custom Midcentury Walnut Credenza, handmade by George Cohen for his workshop, the Creative Woodwork Company of New York City, circa 1960s. It offers a voluminous amount of storage. T...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Modern NYC Screen Print Cocktail Table, Piero Fornasetti
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern coffee table attributed to Piero Fornasetti. The table suspended on 4
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

NYC Watercolor Drawing American Modern 20th Century Modernism Mid-Century WPA
By David Fredenthal
Located in New York, NY
NYC Watercolor Drawing American Modern 20th Century Modernism Mid-Century WPA. David Fredenthal
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1940s American Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

1950s "Looking Over Shoulder" Mid Century Figurative Ink Drawing NYC Artist
By Donald Stacy
Located in Arp, TX
Donald Stacy "Looking Over Shoulder" 1951 Ink on paper 14" x 16.5" unframed Signed and dated in pencil lower left Came from artist estate *Custom framing available for additional ch...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Paper

1962 "Flowers Blooming" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist
By Martin Rosenthal
Located in Arp, TX
Martin Rosenthal "Flowers Blooming" 1962 Encaustic & Oil paint on paper 19"x14" framed walnut gallery frame ivory linen mat float mount 23.25” x 18.25” Signed and dated in ink lower ...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Encaustic, Oil

"Girl with Beret" Impasto Mid Century Abstract Expressionism NYC Female Artist
By Sylvia Rutkoff
Located in Arp, TX
Sylvia Rutkoff (1919-2011) Sr9-1 c.1950s "Girl with Beret" Impasto oil paint on Masonite 32x32 period frame Collection acquired from family estate *Custom framing available for addit...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

"Girl with Doll" Impasto Mid Century Abstract Expressionism NYC Female Artist
By Sylvia Rutkoff
Located in Arp, TX
Sylvia Rutkoff (1919-2011) sr2-1 c.1950s “Girl with Doll” Impasto oil paint on Masonite 30x24 framed wood period frame Label on reverse Collection acquired from family estate *Custom...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

"Backstage, Ambassador" Broadway Theatre NYC Mid-century Modern Modernist Cubist
By Sam Norkin
Located in New York, NY
"Backstage, Ambassador" Broadway Theatre NYC Mid-century Modern Modernist CubistSigned lower left
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1940s American Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Articulating Swing Arm Chrome Floor Lamp by Nessen Studios NYC
By Nessen Studio
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
base. Beautiful mid century articulating chrome floor lamp by Nessen Studios, NYC Professionally
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Richard Huntington 1960s Geometric Abstraction Large Mid Century Modern NYC
By Richard Huntington
Located in Buffalo, NY
A mid-century modern geometric abstract painting by American artist Richard Huntington. Richard
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1960s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

NYC Subway Mid 20th Century Modern American Scene Social Realism Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
NYC Subway Mid 20th Century Modern American Scene Social Realism Contemporary David Atkins (1910
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1960s American Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Times Square" Mid 20th Century 1937 Modernism Broadway Drawing NYC Cityscape
Located in New York, NY
"Times Square" Mid 20th Century 1937 Modernism Broadway Drawing NYC Cityscape Philip Goodwin (20th
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1930s American Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Gouache

1967 "Abstract 7" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century
By Michael Knigin
Located in Arp, TX
Michael Knigin Abstract 7 1967 Ink brush drawing on paper 10.5"x14" unframed $675 Signed and dated in ink lower left Came from artist's estate *Custom framing available for additiona...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, India Ink

"Rail Yard" Urban Industrial WPA American Scene Drawing NYC Mid-Century
By Joseph Solman
Located in New York, NY
"Rail Yard" Urban Industrial WPA American Scene Drawing NYC Mid-Century. Initialed "JS" upper right
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1930s American Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Gouache

Reginald Marsh "Brooklyn Bridge" NYC Modernism WPA Mid-Century Watercolor Modern
By Reginald Marsh
Located in New York, NY
Reginald Marsh "Brooklyn Bridge" NYC Modernism WPA Mid-Century Watercolor Modern Reginald Marsh
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1940s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

1950s "Mark" Oil Pastel and Gouache Figurative Painting NYC Modern Mid Century
By Donald Stacy
Located in Arp, TX
Donald Stacy "Mark" c.1950s Oil pastel and gouache paint on paper 14x17" unframed Unsigned Came from artist's estate Donald Stacy (1925-2011) New Jersey Studied: Newark School of ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gouache, Paper, Oil Pastel

"NYC Subway" American Modernism Scene WPA Mid-Century Realism Cityscape Transit
By Max Arthur Cohn
Located in New York, NY
"NYC Subway" American Modernism Scene WPA Mid-Century Realism Cityscape Transit. 26 x 28 inches
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1940s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1967 "Abstract 8" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century
By Michael Knigin
Located in Arp, TX
Michael Knigin Abstract 8 1967 Ink brush drawing, with acrylic paint on paper 10.5"x14" unframed $675 Signed and dated in ink lower left Came from artist's estate *Custom framing ava...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, India Ink

1967 "Abstract 1" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century
By Michael Knigin
Located in Arp, TX
Michael Knigin Abstract 1 1967 Ink brush drawing on paper 10.5"x14" unframed Signed and dated in ink lower right Came from artist's estate
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, India Ink

NYC Subway Mid 20th Century American Modernism WPA Realism industrial Colorful
Located in New York, NY
NYC Subway Mid 20th Century American Modernism WPA Realism industrial Colorful "New York Subway
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1940s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

1950s Mid-Century Robert Kayton Display Associates NYC Flag Cord Plywood Chair
By Robert Kayton, Richard Neutra, Klaus Grabe
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Nice example of the oversize version of the side chair in this rare series of exposition furniture with the original flag cord still intact. Retains Mfg. Label on the back of the frame.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch

NYC Cityscape American Scene WPA Modern Realism Mid 20th Century Architectural
By Ernest Fiene
Located in New York, NY
NYC Cityscape American Scene WPA Modern Realism Mid 20th Century Architectural Ernest Fiene (1894
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1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Modernist NYC Cubist Abstract Large Framed Exhibited Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American abstract cubist composition "Terra Firma Theme 10" by Augustus Goertz (Born 1948) . Oil on canvas, circa 1958. Housed in a period giltwood frame. Image size, 30L x...
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1950s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Coney Island" Brooklyn NYC Amusement Park Mid-century American Scene WPA Modern
By Ludwig Bemelmans, 1898-1962
Located in New York, NY
"Coney Island" Brooklyn NYC Amusement Park Mid-century American Scene WPA Modern Ludwig Bemelmans
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1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Santigold, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited edition print Signed and numbered by the photographer Next edition printed upon purchase. Other sizes available.
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

NYC, NY
By Bud Holman
Located in Quogue, NY
Abstract expressionist painting
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

NYC Subway Mid 20th Century American Scene Social Realism WPA Modern 1930s
By Daniel Ralph Celentano
Located in New York, NY
NYC Subway Riders Mid 20th Century American Scene Social Realism WPA Modern 1930s Daniel Celentano
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1930s American Realist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink, Gouache

Poker Players NYC Mid 20th Century Modern WPA American Scene Social Realism
By Philip Reisman
Located in New York, NY
Poker Players NYC Mid 20th Century Modern WPA American Scene Social Realism Philip Reisman (1904
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1940s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Greenwich Village NYC WPA Mid 20th Century American Scene Ashcan Modern Realism
Located in New York, NY
Greenwich Village NYC WPA Mid 20th Century American Scene Ashcan Modern Realism Alfred Mira (1900
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1930s American Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil, Board

Abstract Mid-20th Century Oil Non Objective NYC Radio City Music Hall
By Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Mid-20th Century Oil Non Objective NYC Radio City Music Hall. Oil on board, 23 x 20 inches
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1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

NYC EL American Scene Social Realism Mid 20th Century Modern WPA Era Figurative
By Cecil Crosley Bell
Located in New York, NY
NYC EL American Scene Social Realism Mid 20th Century Modern WPA Era Figurative Cecil Bell (1906
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1930s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Gucci Marquee Store Sign from a NYC Building Meat Packing District
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Iconic Gucci nameplate with their stylized aluminum letters that are 22 inches high. Impressive size to display. Letters will unbolt easily.
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal

"Time Remembered" Mid 20th Century NYC Modern American Scene WPA El Railway 1940
Located in New York, NY
"Time Remembered" Mid 20th Century NYC Modern American Scene WPA El Railway 1940 A view of the
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1940s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

NYC 1939 World's Fair Mural Study American Scene WPA Modern Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
NYC 1939 World's Fair Mural Study American Scene WPA Modern Mid 20th Century Eugene Savage (1883
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1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"War Brides, Wash Sq NYC" American Scene WWII Modernism WPA Mid-Century Oil
By Georgina Klitgaard
Located in New York, NY
"War Brides, Wash Sq NYC" American Scene WWII Modernism WPA Mid-Century Oil. 30 x 40 inches. Oil on
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1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ramones, NYC, 1977
By Chalkie Davies
Located in New York, NY
Limited Edition Print Signed by the Photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Ramones, NYC, 1977
By Chalkie Davies
Located in New York, NY
Limited Edition Print Signed by the Photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Ramones, NYC, 1977
By Chalkie Davies
Located in New York, NY
Limited Edition Print Signed by the Photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Christopher Walken, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited Edition of 20 Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Buddy Guy, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited Edition of 20 Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Bill Murray, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited Edition of 20 Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Martin Scorcese, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited Edition of 20 Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

John Malkovich, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited Edition of 20 Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Bill Murray, NYC
By Jake Chessum
Located in New York, NY
12x16” Limited Edition of 20 Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Sting, NYC, 1982
By Steve Joester
Located in New York, NY
13x19” Limited Edition Signed by the Photographer Please allow extra production time.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Archival Pigment

The Hollies, NYC
By Henry Diltz
Located in New York, NY
The Hollies on a porch steps in New York City. Limited Edition Print Signed, Titled, and Numbered by Henry Diltz
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

C Print

Who, NYC 1976
By Bob Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Open Edition Hand Signed Print by Bob Gruen Other Sizes Available Please allow extra production time.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Who, NYC 1976
H 16 in W 20 in
Clash, NYC, 1978
By Bob Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Open Edition Hand Signed Print by Bob Gruen Other Sizes Available Please allow extra production time.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Madonna, NYC, 1983
By Bob Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Open Edition Hand Signed Print by Bob Gruen Other Sizes Available Please allow extra production time.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Kiss, NYC, 1974
By Bob Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Open Edition Hand Signed Print by Bob Gruen Other Sizes Available Please allow extra production time.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Queen, NYC, 1977
By Bob Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Open Edition Hand Signed Print by Bob Gruen Other Sizes Available Please allow extra production time.
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

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You are likely to find exactly the mid century nyc you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find Abstract versions now, or shop for Abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect mid century nyc may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a mid century nyc to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of black, gray, brown, blue and more. A mid century nyc from Bob Gruen, Allan Tannenbaum, Sylvia Rutkoff, Michael Knigin and Jake Chessum — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in archival pigment print, pigment print and paint, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

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  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-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, 2023
    To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To 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 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 13, 2023
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-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.
  • 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A 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.
  • 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 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
    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. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 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.