Skip to main content

Mid Century Pendent

to
9
46
31
74
58
16
9
9
6
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
4
3
3
3
3
Sort By
Mid-Century Pendent Lamp, Model Kiri, from Josef Frank, Austria
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful mid-century chandelier from Josef Frank. This six arm lamp is made of brass with
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1970s Mid Century Gold Plated Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
intricate mid century design to create this gorgeous and versatile pendent. You can never go wrong with a
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1960s Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Pendent
By Stilnovo
Located in Houston, TX
Stilnovo ceiling pendant. Manufactured in the 1960s made of opaline glass and metal. Corded is enclosed in a metal rod but can be changed out for a fabric cord. Has one medium base s...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Sigfredo Pineda Sigi Mid Century Sterling Brooch Pendent
By Sigi Pineda
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well crafted sterling silver brooch pendent with amoeba shaped design having 8 silver balls of
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Shell Art Glass Pendent Cylinder Chandelier Lantern
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern shell art glass pendent cylinder chandelier Fitted with one Edison
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Bell Art Glass Pendent Baccarat Chandelier Lantern
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern bell form art glass thick rope clear Baccarat style pendant
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Venetian Pendent Bowl Fixture Silver Mounts
By Barovier Seguso & Ferro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Venetian pendant bowl fixture with silver mounts Rewired
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Luxus Vittsjo Colored Glass Pendent Lamp Sweden 60s
By Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant pendant lamp with three lights with wires spaced by a three-pointed element in bevelled wood and drop-shaped diffusers in green, plum and white colored glass, with brass elem...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Screen Shade Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is as clean and simple as it gets. The shade is black matt screen with a brass socket and twisted fabric covered wire. They are priced per lamp. This way you can buy only one or...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Screen Shade Pendents
Screen Shade Pendents
H 7 in Dm 6.5 in
Medium Appleton Style Industrial Pendent
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a large aluminum and green porcelain shade lamp. They have a heavy important look with a style that is unique to this type of lamp. Around the single standard E26 bulb is a c...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Classic Silver Industrial Tin Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
When you think industrial lighting this is the look most envision first. This classic silver over white paint finish on a pressed tin shade. The silver gray paint has an interesting ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Tin

Industrial Frosted Dome Pendents - Matching Pair
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an interesting pair of industrial pendents. The 14 inch done globes hav a frosted finish
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Tri-Tone Pendent by Rotaflex
By Yasha Heifetz, Heifetz Rotaflex
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pendant lamp made from continuous plastic cords spun into a cone-shaped ceiling fixture. Off-white, yellow and orange cord provide a warm glow when light.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Antiques Carved Asian Jade Pendent on A Silver Chain
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful antique silver necklace is adorned with an Asian style carved jade pendent. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Silver

Jewel of Ocean Garrad 18k Diamond Pendent
Located in New York, NY
GARRAD 18K Diamond 15" Pendent 1.3 Carts Diamonds
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage States Pendent Wool Felt Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original wool pendant states pillow is all hand sewn like a handmade quilt. The detail is amazing and all the fringe is in very good condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Vintage Hillebrand Germany, Pendent Lamp, the 1960s
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage Hillebrand Germany, Pendent Lamp, the 1960s Hillebrand Germany. Factory in light fixtures
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Simple and Elegant Frosted Glass Disc Pendent
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
. We will finish the drop to your specs. We found this mid-century glass and now have a collection of
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Wonderful Etched Crystal Star Sputnik Polished Brass Pendent Chandelier Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Etched Crystal Star / Sputnik In A Polished Brass / Bronze Housing Pendent This
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Beautiful Midcentury Danish Pendent Lamp in Copper
Located in Søborg, DK
Beautiful midcentury Danish pendant ceiling lamp in copper. A 4 sided pendant made up of matching pieces of copper with a copper defuser mounted onto the middle which are painted r...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Mid-Century, Murano Opalescent Glass Hanging Pendant Light
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Charleston, SC
A stunning mid-century opaline murano bell shaped pendency light with brass details. The glass has
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Matching Pair of Appleton Style Industrial Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is is one of the largest porcelain shade lamps made. They have heavy important look with a style that is unique to this type of lamp. Around the single standard E26 bulb on eac...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Green Over White Tin Barn Pendents, Large Collection
Located in Peekskill, NY
This was the type of simple industrial lamp often used in barns and factories. We found a good collection of these and all are in beautiful unused condition. New Old Stock. They have...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Tin

Wonderful Pair of Italian Beaded Crystal Basket Urn Pendent Chandeliers Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of Italian beaded crystal / glass basket / urn form pendent chandeliers / fixtures
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Opaline Delta Pendent
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Søborg, DK
of cable. Great mid-century Danish design. Original Bakelite bulb holders. In great condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Pendent, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
piece was made in Italy in the 1960s. This chandelier is perfect for a mid-century living room or
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Wonderful Beaded Gold Gilt Star Basket Pendent Chandelier Petite Light Fixture
By Maison Baguès
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful beaded gold gilt star basket form pendant chandelier petite single candelabra light fixture with beaded bulb cover, completely rewired and comes with chain, canopy and mo...
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

Collection of Small Deco Milk Glass Flying Saucer Pendents
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
The look is both Art Deco and midcentury. What I like about these shades are the very useable size. The diameter is only 9.75 inches. It is white milk glass and the shade takes on th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Glass

Jewel of Ocean 18k Turquoise Estate Flower Brooch 'Convertible to Pendent'
By Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Jewel Of Ocean 18K Turquoise Estate Flower Brooch Can be converted to Pendent
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Jewel of Ocean 18k Diamonds Estate Flower Brooch 'Convertible to Pendent'
By Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold 0.35 Carts Diamonds Textured Estate Flower Brooch Can Convert to Pendent
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

61.58 Carat Pear Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Retro Pendent Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
One of a kind Mid 1940's aqua, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. This necklace begins with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Opaline Globe Pendent Chandeliers
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Danish Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen opaline hand blown glass pendant chandeliers. In original condition with new wiring and grounded. Hanging on a 30cm long nickel-p...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen Opaline Bell Pendent Chandeliers
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Danish Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen opaline bell shaped hand blown glass pendant chandeliers. In original condition with new wiring and grounded. Hanging on a 10cm lon...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Jewel of Ocean 18K Diamond, Ruby Estate Flower Brooch Convertible to Pendent
By Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold and Diamond, Ruby Estate Flower Brooch convertible to Pendent 1.5 Carts Diamonds 3
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco Pendent Chandelier Signed by Muller Ferers Lunneville
By Muller Fres Lunneville
Located in Long Island City, NY
A gorgeous, exceptional French Art Deco chandelier by the French artist "Muller Ferers". The chandelier consists of a hexagonal center coupe in clear frosted glass with a peacock wit...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Fiberglass Amber Dome Light
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
holder combined with the early shade make a new and interesting pendent.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Fiberglass

Midcentury Cascade Ceiling Lamp with 3 Glass Pendents in Emil Stejnar Style
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful, playful cascading ceiling lamp with three glass pendant lights of different lengths. The thick transparent glasses have circles of different sizes cast in the glass, which...
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of Brass "Egg" Pendents Sweden 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Nicely egg-shaped brass pendants designed by famous Swedish designer Hans Agne Jakobsson. Gives a beautiful shine and a cozy light. These pendants are rare to come by. Good vinta...
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960's Murano Hand Blown Glass Pendent Chandelier Light by Mazzega
By AVMazzega
Located in Wallkill, NY
Speckled in a deep brown and white fixture by A. V. Mazzega, circa 1960s. Measures: 23 in across x 13 in slope down. Curly phone cord style cord. Feel free to message if you have any...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Opaline Glass and Teak Pendent Lamp by Louis Kalff for Philips, 1960s
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Schagen, NL
This very nice Scandinavian looking teak and glass pendent lamp was designed by Louis Kalff for
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

Large Pendent Lamp Opala Midi by Hans Wegner for Louis Poulsen 1970s Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Opala Midi pendant lamp. Designed by Hans Wegner, 1975. Manufactured by
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Antique Brass Pendant Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Modern designed solid brass pendent with 4 equal fins with a glass globe in the center by a
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Bagues Rock Crystal Wall Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Essex, MA
pendents and flowers. Rock Crystal Urns issuing flower branches. Wrought Iron Arms with natural patina
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron

Early Mid Century Sterling / Pearl Pin or Necklace by Ed Levin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well artisan crafted Mid-Century Modern 925 sterling silver concave pin back or hanging
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Chandelier / Pendant / Hanging Lamp, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Chandelier / Pendant / Hanging Lamp, 1960s Carl Fagerlund for
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Glass Pendant Mid-Century / After Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom made pendent cut with 3/4" glass panels . All satin brass frame work. Has a single socket
Category

1990s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Wonderful French Mid Century Art Deco Glass Bowl Polished Nickel Light Fixture
By Lalique
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful mid century Art Deco glass bowl with polished nickel light fixture having 3 internal
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Mid Century 2-Light Pendant W/ Mint & Red Trumpet Flower Shades & Curved Stem
Located in San Francisco, CA
A graceful pendent with organic shaped shades with perforations in unusual, lacquered, solid brass
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

19th Century Tibetan Patinated Bronze Figure of Tara on New Black Base
Located in Hudson, NY
century giving her a new role within the spreading Buddhist religion. This seems to have taken place in
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

6.20 Carat Vintage Sapphire Emerald Drop Necklace 18 Karat
Located in US
12.5 grams. Pendent necklace is in very good condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Heart Necklace in Diamonds 'Approx. 7 Ct' and White Gold
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
pendent dimension : 4 x 3 cm Total length chain + pendant : 23 cm Modern work.
Category

Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Necklace in Diamonds 'Approx. 7 Ct' and White Gold
Heart Necklace in Diamonds 'Approx. 7 Ct' and White Gold
Free Shipping
H 1.58 in W 1.19 in L 9.06 in
Italian Lantern Style Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lantern may not be removed without disconnecting the wires. May be converted to a ceiling pendent at your
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Ladies Modernist Statement Necklace, c1940's
Located in Westward ho, GB
. The pendent itself is quite nice size, not too big but also not too small, overall width 6 cm height
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco More Necklaces

Art Deco Ladies Modernist Statement Necklace, c1940's
Art Deco Ladies Modernist Statement Necklace, c1940's
Free Shipping
H 2.37 in W 1.58 in L 19.3 in
Bjorn Weckstrom Lapponia Modernist Biomorphic Sterling Silver Pendant & Chain
By Bjorn Weckstrom
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver and acrylic pendent and chain were done by the renowned Finnish jewelry maker
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Organic Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Frech Gilt and Silvered Necklace "Le Bélier" by Line Vautrin
By Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
offer features a ram pendent on chunky cast chains, half gilt and half silvered. One of the chain links
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Pendant lamp by Mazzega, Italy, 70s
By Mazzega
Located in Porto, PT
Pendent lamp, produced in Italy by Mazzega, 70s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pendant lamp by Mazzega, Italy, 70s
Pendant lamp by Mazzega, Italy, 70s
H 17.72 in W 14.97 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Modernist Galalith Necklace, circa 1930s
Located in Westward ho, GB
chunky cherry red and jet black Galalith central pendent in geometric form with chrome back plate and
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco More Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Art Deco Modernist Galalith Necklace, circa 1930s
Art Deco Modernist Galalith Necklace, circa 1930s
Free Shipping
H 3.15 in W 1.97 in Dm 18.12 in
Rare pair Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte 'Micro' pendants Model 1933
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in London, GB
Rare pair original Max Ingrand pendents Double lens cut panels of thick profiled polished glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
Located in Milano, Lombardia
White 18kt bow brooch with white diamonds Can be worn as a pendent if used on a chain Total weight
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
Free Shipping
W 1.97 in D 0.6 in L 1.97 in
Modernist Handblown Murano Pendant with Oil Rubbed Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
addition to any style of interior from classic Mid Century Modern to contemporary. It has been newly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Mid Century Pendent", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Mid Century Pendent For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century pendent you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each mid century pendent for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and brass. If you’re shopping for a mid century pendent, we have 75 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century pendent — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mid century pendent is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one mid century pendent that is appealing in its simplicity, but Louis Poulsen, Holophane and Crouse-Hinds produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Pendent?

The average selling price for a mid century pendent at 1stDibs is $1,098, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $13,440 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Pendent
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

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

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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 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.