Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Ceramic
Mid-Century Scandinavian Art Glass Owl, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Art Glass Owl, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Owl Pottery Lamps, 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Owl Pottery Lamps, 1960s 21" high (to finial) · 15" to socket · 10.5
Pottery
Mid-Century Danish Ceramic Owl Sculpture From Søholm, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Danish Ceramic Owl Sculpture From Søholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960
Ceramic
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Silver Plated Owl Ashtray, Norway, c. 1960s
Located in Skien, NO
Norwegian Modern 60 Gram Silver Plate Owl Ashtray by Plettvarefabrikken, Bergen 1960s A sculptural
Silver, Silver Plate
Ceramic Owl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960's
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic owl by Aldo Londi as part of the Blue Rimini collection for Bitossi, Italy, 1960's. Blue
Ceramic
$316Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 2.75 in D 2 in
1960s Vintage Stoneware Owl Totem Vase Vintage Mid-Century Modern
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Cool, abstracted Owl, bird motif vase. 6 inches high.
Ceramic
$5,275
H 11.02 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Meike Falck Nicolaisen, Large Mid-Century German Ceramic Owl Sculpture, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Meike Falck Nicolaisen, Large Mid-Century German Owl Sculpture, 1960s, Ceramic, in Very Good
Ceramic
$795
H 28 in W 9 in D 10.5 in
Mid-Century 1960s Italian Majolica Terracotta Large Snow Owl Statue - Sculpture
By Guido Cacciapuoti
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large 1960s Italian Mid-Century majolica or maiolica glazed hand painted terracotta snow owl state
Terracotta
Set of 5 Mid-Century German Owl Style Metal Shot Glasses, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Owl Style Metal Shot Glasses, 1960s, Set of 5, in Very Good conditions. Designed
Metal
$1,667Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.51 in W 9.06 in D 0.79 in
Handcrafted Mid-Century Owl Shape Wall Mirror in Rattan, France 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool French Riviera owl shaped bamboo and rattan mirror handcrafted in France at the 1950s. This
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
$1,173
H 5.91 in W 3.54 in D 2.36 in
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Owl Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Owl Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Glazed Ceramic Owl Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century French Ceramic Owl Lamp, circa 1960s, crafted in glazed earthenware with a rich amber
Earthenware
$1,200
H 26.75 in W 20.25 in D 1.38 in
Mid Century Modern Handstitched Owl Embroidered Textile Artwork 1960s
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic crewel embroidered Owl textile in original frame.
Fabric
$938
H 4.33 in Dm 6.3 in
Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Jug with Owl Design from Heinz Dietz, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Jug with Owl Design from Heinz Theo Dietz, 1960s, in Very Good
Ceramic
$680Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 5.25 in W 3.5 in D 3 in
1960's Modernist Abstract Italian Carved Alabaster Owl Bookends Sculpture Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
figural bookends sculptures. These date from the 1960's. Made of solid alabaster. There are no marks or
Alabaster
$469 / set
H 3.54 in Dm 3.15 in
Set of 2 Mid-Century German Ceramic Vases with Owl and Horse Design, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vases with Owl and Horse Design from Wächtersbach, 1960s, Set of 2, in
Ceramic
$1,760
H 5.99 in Dm 5.91 in
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramic Mid-Century Silver Owl Sculpture, Italy, 1960s.
By Guido Gambone, Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful incised Mid-Century ceramic sculpture of an owl with amazing silver glaze. Designed by
Ceramic, Earthenware
$565
H 7.88 in W 10.63 in D 1.19 in
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Wall Plaque of Owls on a Branch by EGO, Sweden, 1960s
By Ego Stengods
Located in Barcelona, ES
Charming glazed ceramic wall plaque depicting three owls sitting on a branch. Fabricated by EGO
Ceramic
$8,233
W 1.23 in L 1.89 in
René Kern Owl Citrine 18K Yellow Gold Animal Brooch Germany Mid-Century 1960s
By René Kern
Located in Lisbon, PT
René Kern Owl Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold, Germany, Mid-Century 1960s. An exquisite wearable animal
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Sculpture Paperweight 1950s-1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Mid Century Modern sculptural alabaster baby owl features hand carved, abstract shaped body with
Alabaster
$388Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.63 in W 3.5 in D 4.25 in
1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Uncommon cast mixed metal Japanese import souvenir. Over 4 inches long, and about 3/4 of a pound. Impressed marking to verso.
Metal
$1,066
H 7.88 in W 5.32 in D 4.53 in
1960s Vintage Italian Mauro Manetti Firenze Aluminium Sculptural Owl Ice Bucket
By Mauro Manetti, Fond D'Arte Firenze
Located in London, England
unmistakable mid-century charm, this Mauro Manetti owl ice bucket would make a sophisticated and conversation
Metal
Gold Gilt Bronze Owl Bird Eyeglass Holder, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial gold gilt bronze owl bird eyeglass holder, circa 1960s. Piece is
Bronze
$280Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.72 in W 6.75 in D 3.75 in
Tonala Mexico Large Owl Bird Figurine Folk Art Hand-painted 1960s
By Tonala Pottery, Ken Edwards
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Millennial, Collected, or Contemporary. We are offering other examples of Mid Century Modern Tonala pottery
Ceramic, Pottery
Ceramic owl treasure chest by Ditmar Urbach, 1960s.
By Ditmar Urbach
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glazed ceramic Original condition
Ceramic
$320Sale Price|20% Off
H 1 in Dm 10.92 in
Margaret Ratcliff Large Decorative Owl Plate Enamel on Copper, 1950s-1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Mid Century Modern enamel on copper art plate features three owls sitting on a branch with full
Copper, Enamel
$918
H 17.13 in W 9.45 in D 3.94 in
Large Studio Ceramic Owl Sculpture by Helmut Schäffenacker, Germany 1960s
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Large, rare art pottery / studio ceramic sculpture in the shape of an owl by Helmut Schaeffenacker
Ceramic
1960s Hand Crafted Enamel OWL Plate by Annemarie Davidson Sierra Madre, Calif
By Annemarie Davidson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Hand Crafted Enamel OWL Plate by Annemarie Davidson Sierra Madre CA Southern Californian
Copper, Enamel
Owl ceramic sculpture by Albert Thiry, Vallauris, 1960s, era Blin Capron
By Albert Thiry
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Owl ceramic sculpture by Albert Thiry, Vallauris, 1960s, era Blin Capron Rare owl sculpture by
Enamel
2 carved owl motive Lime wood bookends vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
2 carved owl motive Lime wood bookends vienna around 1960s Original condition The books are not for
Wood
$6,250
H 33.25 in W 40.25 in D 1 in
RARE Parliament of Owls Painting with Custom-Made Walnut Frame, Sukhya, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
mid-century era. This original piece masterfully fuses traditional Thai cultural motifs with mid
Walnut
$1,743 / set
H 6.7 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in
Set of 2 Black Metal 'Night Owl' Wall Lamps for RAAK, the Netherlands, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
centre above the bed this night owl can close his eye for the person who wants to sleep. The other person
Metal
$936
H 7.49 in W 8.27 in D 7.09 in
Black metal 'Night Owl' wall lamp for Raak, the Netherlands in the 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Breda, NB
Black metal 'Night Owl' wall lamp for Raak, the Netherlands in the 1960s. A unique and beautiful
Metal
Mid-Century Green Ceramic Owl Sculpture Bird Figure 1960s
Located in Budapest, HU
Vintage ceramic small owl handmade in the 60s and judged by the Hungarian Society of Arts. A
Ceramic
1960s Beautiful Signed Crown Trifari Jeweled Owl Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A high fashion Trifari signed figural owl brooch-beautiful cobalt blue enamel breast and head
Gold Plate, Enamel
1960s Original Ceramic Owl by Canadian Artist Thomas Kakinuma
By Thomas Kakinuma
Located in Victoria, British Columbia
bird sculptures.. this owl is in excellent condition.. there is a small hole(by artist ) on the side
Pottery
Unavailable
H 6.3 in Dm 6.3 in
Ceramic Owl Sculpture in Silver Glaze by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s Italy
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
A handmade ceramic owl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in the 1960s. This characterful owl
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Clay and Wood Owl Wall Art by Verner
Located in santa monica, CA
Vintage 1960s clay and wood owl wall art in great condition. Measures: 12.5 W, 18 H.
Unavailable
H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in
1960s Coffee Set Made in Norfolk - Holkham Owl Design Scandinavian Aesthetic
Located in Halstead, GB
Holkham Studio Pottery was set up at Holkham Hall, Holkham, Norfolk in 1951. The company, which produced earthenwares, became Holkham Pottery Ltd in 1961. The mark is an ostrich i...
Ceramic
Large Limestone Owl Table Lamp by Albert Tormos, France, 1960's
By Albert Tormos
Located in Barcelona, ES
Owl table lamp produced in 1960's by Albert Tormos, France. Hand carved limestone with an interior
Limestone
Whimsical set of 3 Patinated Brass Owls from short to tall 1960's
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical set of 3 patinated brass Owls, circa 1960's Hippies era nice condition very collectible
Brass
Whimsical set of 3 Patinated Brass Owls from short to tall 1960's
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical set of 3 patinated brass Owls, circa 1960's Hippies era nice condition very collectible
Brass
Sold
H 5 in W 4 in D 5 in
Vintage Gilded Owl Decor Sculptures in 24k Gold Leaf Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jaru
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage gilded owl figurines decorative bookends, or paperweights in 24k gold leaf Mid-Century
Wood
1960-1970’s MCM Boho Chic Macrame Owl Wall Hanging Towel Rings a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous pair of mid-century modern or Boho Chic macrame owl wall hangings or towel rings
Cord, Plastic, Wood
1960s Modernist Cast Bronze Owl
Located in New Windsor, NY
Finely cast bronze wise old owl sculpture. Big eyes with a beautiful coat of defined plumage
Bronze
California Studio Pottery Ceramic Owl Windbell Sculpture 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
copper wind catcher. Signed, 1960s The ceramic owl measures: 4.5" x 4.5" x 7" high
Ceramic
1960s Vintage English Whitefriars Decorative Polished Glass Owl Paperweight
By Whitefriars
Located in London, England
1960s curiosity glass paperweight in the shape of an Owl. Made by Whitefriars in England. The Owl
Glass
Unusual Italian 1960s 'Owl' Ice Bucket My Mauro Manetti
By Mauro Manetti
Located in London, GB
Tall silvered and polished ice bucket in the form of an owl- stamped 'M/M Italy' underneath.
Metal
1960s BLENKO Clear Glass OWL Bookends Joel Myers West Virginia
By Joel Myers, Blenko Glass
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bookends Modern Handblown Glass OWL Bookends by BLENKO WV Thick clear solid Glass bookends designed
Blown Glass
Albert Tormos, Lamp “Owl” in Natural Stone, 1960s
By Albert Tormos
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Albert Tormos, attributed to. Natural stone lamp, representing an owl. French work realized
Stone
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H 18.9 in W 11.82 in D 9.85 in
1960s French Vallauris Glazed Ceramic Owl Sculpture Attributed to Roger Capron
By Roger Capron
Located in London, England
Ceramic Owl, adorned with an earthy-coloured glaze, crafted with great attention to detail, this
Ceramic
Pair of Brutalist Bronze Owl Sculptures by Don Budy, Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
A rare pair of modernist bronze owls in the brutalist style by the American sculptor Don Budy of
Bronze, Enamel
1960s Blenko Blue Glass Owl Bookends by Joel Myers Milton WV
By Joel Myers, Blenko Glass
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bookends Pair of Cobalt BLUE Handblown handcrafted Glass OWL Bookends by BLENKO of USA Designed by
Glass
Sold
H 20.87 in Dm 11.82 in
1960s Large Continental White Glazed Ceramic Owl Vase, Planter or Umbrella Stand
Located in London, England
A highly decorative, mid century, white glazed ceramic flower vase or planter. This large vase
Ceramic
Sold
H 2.17 in Dm 0.91 in
Stunning salt pepper set owls sterling silver 925 guilloche enamel, 1960s Norway
By David Andersen
Located in Wien, AT
A charming set of salt and pepper shakers by David Anderson, Norway, from the 1960s. These two
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Brass Pair of Owl Table Lamps from Loevsky & Loevsky, 1960s
By Loevsky & Loevsky 1
Located in Verviers, BE
. Loevsky & Loevsky produced these table lamps from the 1960s until the 1970s. These owl lamps were sold by
Brass
Sold
H 0.06 in W 0.13 in L 1.65 in
1960s Vintage Ruby Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold 'owl' brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century Ceramic Bird Owl Sculpture 1960s
By Dora De Larios
Located in San Diego, CA
A nicely crafted ceramic sculpture of a stylized bird, perhaps an owl. Beautiful surface design
Ceramic
Vintage Carved Wood Owl Sculpture Mid century Modern 1960s
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage colorful handmade wood owl sculpture Mid century Modern 1960s Vintage Mid century Modern
Wood
1960s Blenko Glass Owl Bookends
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
1960s Blenko glass owl bookends.
Art Glass
1960s Ceramic Owl Sculpture Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s owl sculpture or lantern. Carved stoneware. Signed illegibly on the interior.
Clay
1960s Brutalist Brass Owl Sculpture
Located in Hastings, GB
Brutalist brass owl sculpture France, 1960s Large resin eyes The metal is burnished during the
Brass
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H 7.8 in W 3.5 in D 3.75 in
Mid-Century Hand Carved Marble Owl Sculptures with Alabaster Base Bookends 1960s
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful, meaningful, practical and decorative mid-century bookends. Given the fact that owls
Alabaster, Marble
Italian 1960s Silver Owl Paperweight
Located in London, GB
This delightful little owl silvered metal paperweight has gorgeous orange and black glass eyes
Metal, Silver Plate
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H 3.5 in W 5 in D 4 in
1960s Japan Cast Iron Owl Bird Lantern Incense Candleholder Mid-Century Brutal
By Otagiri Company
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Pair of rough cast Owl bird forms. Each 2-piece. For incense or candleholder, or table lanterns. No
Metal
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H 14 in W 13 in D 9 in
Vintage Curtis Jere Large Brutalist Brass Owl Sculpture Mid Century Modern 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Troy, MI
Highly sought after brutalist owl sculpture by Curtis Jere 1967 Oversized abstract modern form with
Brass
Bronze Owl Door Handle , 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Bronze owl door handle with matching keyhole, 1960s.
Bronze
Italian 1960s Ceramic Owl Umbrella Stand Vase
Located in New York, NY
Large blanc de chine ceramic owl umbrella stand or floor vase sculpture, Italy, circa 1960s.
Ceramic
Vintage Danish Teak Owl Bottle Opener, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A wellmade Owl bottle opener in solid teak featuring a brass opener its beacon. It stands proudly
Teak
Mauro Manetti 1960s Owl Ice Bucket
By Mauro Manetti
Located in London, GB
This is a charming ice bucket made by the Italian designer Mauro Manetti - please take a look at the picture of the maker's stamp on the base. Made from gilt metal, this piece is i...
Metal
1960s French Art Deco Ice Bucket Owl
By Mauro Manetti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Style French Art Deco Owl Ice Bucket after designer Mauro Manetti Florence Italy stamped Hong Kong
Metal
1960s Modernist Frosted Art Glass Owl Paperweight
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modernist Frosted Glass Owl Paperweight Textured art glass in the style of Murano Italy 4.63 h x
Art Glass
Gold Mauro Manetti Owl Ice-Bucket, Italy, 1960s
By Mauro Manetti
Located in Hastings, GB
Fabulous Rare Gold Colour Owl Ice Bucket By Mauro Manetti, Italy, C'1960’S. The Owl Has Its
Metal
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H 16 in W 10 in D 5.5 in
1960s Mid-Century Mod C.Jere 2Brass Hoot Owls Tree Marble Table Sculpture Bird
By C. Jeré Artisan House, Curtis Jeré
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage and rare form from Curtiss Jere / Artisan House. Two brass owls on brass budding tree
Onyx, Alabaster, Brass
Bronze Abstract Owl Door Handle , 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Bronze owl door handle with matching keyhole, 1960s.
Bronze
Bronze abstract Owl Sculpture, Belgium 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Bronze abstract owl sculpture, Belgium, 1960s.
Bronze
Edward Lindahl for Gustavsberg Knip Wink Owl Sweden 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Warm-hearted, humorous winking owl figurine was designed in 1962 by Edward Lindahl for Gustavsberg
Ceramic
Bronze Owl Door Handle with Keyhole, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Bronze owl door handle with matching keyhole, 1960s.
Bronze
1960s Wise Owl Art Pottery Lidded Vessel Petite Jar
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Owl Art Pottery Lidded Vessel Petite Jar 3.63 diameter x 4 h Preowned vintage condition
Pottery
Vintage 1960s Abraham Palatnik Lucite Acrylic Owl
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Vintage 1960s Abraham Palatnik Lucite Acrylic Owl Beautiful owl figure hand painted with colors in
Acrylic
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H 8.75 in W 6.75 in D 6.25 in
Sergio Bustamante Mexican Midcentury Baby Owl Sculpture, circa 1960s
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Miami, FL
Sergio Bustamante Mexican Mid-Century Modern mixed metals sculpture of a baby owl c1960s. This wonderful
Metal, Brass
Rattan and Bamboo Owl Figure Wall Mirror, France, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool French Riviera owl shaped bamboo and rattan mirror handcrafted in France at the 1950s. This
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized cast iron owl sculpture from Japan. Holds one candle. Nice patina throughout. Stamped
Iron
Italian Ceramic Owl Umbrella Holder Stand, circa 1960s Italy
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian glazed ceramic owl umbrella holder stand, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Italy
Ceramic
Italian Mauro Manetti Silver Plated Owl Ice Bucket, 1960s
By Mauro Manetti
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Awesome silver plated 1960s Mauro Manetti owl shaped ice bucket iwth plastic insert. Signed on base
Metal
Glazed Ceramic Stylised Owl Vase by Jacques Pouchain, circa 1960s
By Jacques Pouchain
Located in London, GB
Glazed ceramic, stylised owl vase (circa 1960s) by Jacques Pouchain (1925-2005). This is a
Ceramic
Brass Pair of Owl Table Lamps from Loevsky & Loevsky, 1960s
By Loevsky & Loevsky 1
Located in Verviers, BE
. Loevsky & Loevsky produced these table lamps from the 1960s until the 1970s. These owl lamps were sold by
Brass
Murano Vase in the Shape from an Owl, Italy, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Murano vase in the shape from an owl, Italy, circa 1960s Good original condition.
Glass
Midcentury Brutalist Owl Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool midcentury brutalist owl sculpture, circa 1960s. The piece is 9.5" tall and is made of
Sold
H 1.97 in W 3.55 in D 8.27 in
Set of Four 1960s Brass Trinket Dishes Vide Poche, Acorn, Leaf, Owl, Basket
Located in Haarlem, NL
Decorative collection of four little brass vide-poche trinket dishes from the 1960s to keep or
Brass
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 31 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Brass and Hand Painted Paper Mache Owl Sculpture, Sergio Bustamante, 1970's
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Culver City, CA
A rare and monumental owl sculpture by Mexican master artist Sergio Bustamante, standing an impressive 31 inches tall. This striking owl beautifully synthesizes everything Bustamante...
Brass
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Owl Sculpture. Bergmann 1900´s
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Owl Sculpture. Bergmann 1900´s. Early 20th century, Bergmann Bronze Sculpture. An Austrian cold painted bronze model of an Owl. The body naturalisticall...
Bronze
Owl sculpture in Royal Copenhaem porcelain
By Theodor Madsen
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Owl sculpture in Royal Copenhaem porcelain Royal Copenhaem Factory Artist Theodor Madsen Origin Denmark Circa 1960 Glazed porcelain Excellent condition and without restorations Royal...
Porcelain
Owl Vase Ceramic sandstone 1970s
By Yves Mohy, Chaty Vallauris
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Owl Vase in Ceramic / Sandstone designed in the 1970s. Enameled in a brown and beige color. Nice pyrite enamel giving it a random dotty effect, typical of the period. Minimal Zoo...
Sandstone
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
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
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.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
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You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.