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Pair of Mid-Century Rush French Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-20th rush armchairs.
France, c1950s.
Rush back and seat rests in good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Charlotte Perriand 'Dordogne' Mid-Century Rush Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of four dining chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Robert Sentou.
Rush seat rests and backs on
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Pair of French mid-century rush armchairs, 1900
Located in BARCELONA, ES
tangible representation of the manual skill and care of the last century.
The wood, carefully selected for
Category
Early 20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Charles Dudouyt Style Mid-Century Rush Oak French Armchair
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in London, GB
A mid-20th rush and oak armchair.
France, c1950s.
In the style of Charles Dudouyt. Wildly
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Two Pairs of French Mid-Century Rush Oak Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of rush and oak armchairs. Two pairs available.
France, c1950s.
Low slung with great
Category
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Single Mid-Century Rush Chair by Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem
Located in London, GB
A single dining chair or occasional chair by Dutch designer Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem.
Holland, c1960s.
A similar style to the Charlotte Perriand Dordogne chairs,
Idea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 16.93 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Rush French Dining Chairs in the Manner of Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in London, GB
A set of six rush and wood dining chairs.
France, c1960s.
In the style of Perriand
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
Country French Dining Chairs Rush Seat Ladderback Mid Century '6'
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of 6 Mid Century Rush Seat
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Mid 20th Century French Modernist Beech & Rush Armchairs
Located in Wembley, GB
A pair of modernist carver armchairs with rush woven over stained beech frames. French, c. 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Pine and Rush Rocking Chair
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish mid-century pine and rush rocking chair inspired by Charlotte Perriand, Les Arc series. In
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
Mid 20th Century Pair of Rush Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of wood structure chairs with woven rush seat and back. Antique condition, wear is consistent
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Rush
Mid-19th Century French Rush Seat Lounge Chair
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France this mid 1800s French Rush Seat Lounge Chair features a rush seat
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Walnut
Mid-20TH Century Pinewood and Rush Chairs, France 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These chairs are made of a sturdy pine wood frame and have a traditional rush seating. The style is
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Country Carved and Rush Seat Counter Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Mid-Century Italian Made Country Carved and Rush Seat Counter Chairs. Two pair available
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Country Chairs
Materials
Rush, Hardwood, Fruitwood
Dutch Rush Seated Walnut Bench, Mid-18th Century
Located in valatie, NY
This unusual rush seated bench has four beautifully carved backs connected with three carved shells
Category
Antique Late 18th Century European Benches
Materials
Rush, Walnut
Mid-Century Italian Rattan and Rush Armchair, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful armchair was produced in Italy in the 1960s. Overall good condition: some rattan losses, mostly located on the upper edge of the high backrest. No struttural issues. s...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Rush
French Mid-Century Provençal Rush Armchair with Matching Ottoman and 2 Cushions
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French Mid-Century Provençal Rush Armchair with Matching Ottoman and 2 Cushions
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Rush
H 40 in W 26 in D 21 in
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Wrought Iron and Rush Desk
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Wrought Iron and Rush Desk
This desk measures: 37.5 wide x 22.25 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Carved Mahogany and Low Rush Seat Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A very well crafted Mid-20th Century Carved Mahogany and Low Rush Seat Side Chair in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Rush
French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs with Rush Seats, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
beautifully contrasted by the raw, organic rusticity of the rush seats. In a true mid-century modern manner
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Mid 20th Century Oak Chinese Ming Armchair with Rush Seat
Located in Charlotte, NC
in the USA, in the mid 20th century.
Measures: Overall: 22 W 23 D 31 H, Seat: 16 W 17.75 D 19 H
Category
Mid-20th Century American Ming Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Set of Six Mid-Century Oak and Woven Rush Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Chicago, IL
These dining chairs feature an oak frame with woven rush seats and backs. They have a slight
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Mid Century Charles Dudouyt Oak & Rush Seat Dining Chairs, France 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in PEGO, ES
Beautiful natural and original oak frames with woven rush seats, solid and sturdy construction
The style of
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 37.41 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Set of 4 Charolette Perriand Style Rush Dining Chairs
By Houtwerk Hattem, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand style dining chairs with rush wrapped seats and backrest. Lightly
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
Mid 20th Century Cherry Farmhouse Dining Armchairs with Rush Seats - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
. Likely made in the USA, in the mid 20th Century.
Measures: Overall: 25.25w 21d 43.5h, Seat: 19w 18.5d
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Cherry
H 43.5 in W 25.25 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Woven Rush Ottomans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style, ottomans / stools / benches feature walnut and ash tapered legs with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Rattan, Ash, Walnut
Elegant Simplicity: A Mid-Century Beechwood Three-Seater Bench Handwoven Rush
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
those with a penchant for pastoral aesthetics. This slender and graceful bench is a hallmark of mid
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rush, Beech
H 37.8 in W 48.43 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron and Rush Swivel Bar Stools
By Arthur Umanoff, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Brooklyn, NY
frames with newly upholstered, perforated vinyl seats with woven rush details. The stool footprint is 26
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Charles Dudouyt Oak & Rush Seat Ladder-Back Chairs, France 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in PEGO, ES
Natural and original heavy and sturdy oak frames with NEW hand-woven 5mm natural rush seats (natural anea
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 37.41 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Charlotte Perriand Inspired Dark Stained Oak and Rush Church Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
frames and rush seats In original condition, with visible patina and heavy wear, including some breakage
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 37.75 in W 19 in D 19.25 in
Mid-Century Perriand Inspired Ladder Back Oak Church Chairs with Rush Seats
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Quaker style ladder back dining chairs in the style of Charlotte Perriand with oak frames and rush
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 38 in W 19.25 in D 20.25 in
Mid Century floor lamp made of rush with geometric patterns and large lampshade
Located in Roma, RM
Mid Century floor lamp made of rush with geometric patterns and large lampshade
Product details
Category
Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Rush
H 66.93 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Pr. Mid Century Wood and Wrapped Rush Tiki Style Table Lamps
By Ficks Reed
Located in New York, NY
Pair Mid century table lamps of stacked wood disks with alternating disks of wrapped rush. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rush, Wood
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Birch Rush Papercord Bar Stools, Italy
By Vico Magistretti
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern bar stools style of Vico Magistretti. Circular Birch framed and rush
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Papercord, Rush, Birch
Primitive 19th Century Elm & Rush Chair
Located in London, GB
A large, characterful 19th century vernacular chair, primitively constructed from heavily patinated
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Primitive Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Elm
Mid Century Vico Magistretti Style white lacquered and rush seat Dining Chair I
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
.
White laquered wooden frame with rush woven seat.
Constructed from solid beech frames and rush paper
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 18.12 in
Mid 20th Century Cherry Farmhouse Dining Side Chairs with Rush Seats - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
, turned front stretcher, turned front legs and pad feet. Likely made in the USA, in the mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Cherry
H 42.25 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Mid 20th Century Cherry Farmhouse Dining Side Chairs with Rush Seats - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
, turned front stretcher, turned front legs and pad feet. Likely made in the USA, in the mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Cherry
H 42.25 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Mid 20th Century Oak Ladder Back Side Chairs with Rush Seats - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
seats, tapered round legs and stretchers. Made in the USA, in the mid 20th Century.
Measures: Overall
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Rush
Vintage Gefa Gemla Mid Century Swedish Modern Ladderback Rush Seat Side Chair
By Gemla
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gefa Gemla Mid Century Swedish Modern Ladderback Rush Seat Side Chair. Item features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 34 in W 17 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century French Rush Primitive Oak Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of primitive style mid-20th armchairs.
Oak and rush.
France, 1950s.
The chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Oak and Rush French Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid 20th armchairs or occasional chairs.
France, c1950s.
Rush and oak,.
Good
Category
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Pine and Rush Mid-Century Dutch Chairs
Located in London, GB
rush seats.
There is wear to the wood finish commensurate with age but generally good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century Danish Organic Curved Back Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Rush Seat
By De Ster Gelderland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century De Ster Gelderland Style rocking chair with spindle back, and rush seat. The frame is
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 39 in W 24 in D 35.75 in
Mid Century California Gold Rush Landscape, Amador City
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful mid century California landscape of Gold Rush's Amador City with iconic stone building
Category
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 17 in W 21 in D 1 in
Ash and Rush Bench
Located in London, GB
An ash and rush seat banquette
France, 1970-80s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rush, Ash
Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp with Original Woven Rush Shade c 1950/1970's
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century driftwood table lamp, with original woven rush shade. The lamp is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rush, Driftwood
H 31 in W 15 in D 16.5 in
Mid-Century French Oak and Rush Armchairs, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century French oak and rush armchairs, set of 2, in good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Woven rush sofa, 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Sofa made in the fifties in France
3-seat
Structure in woven rush
6 cushions in foam covered with
Category
Mid-20th Century French Canapes
Materials
Fabric, Rush
Set of Mid-Century French Metal and Rush Dining Chairs '4'
Located in London, GB
Set of mid-century dining chairs.
Metal framed with rush seats which remain in great condition
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid 19th C. Rush Seated Ladder Back Chair. English, circa 1850
Located in Incline Village, NV
Very nicely appointed Victorian rush seated ladder back chair; English and mid 19th century. A
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Set of Four Mid-Century Charlotte Perriand 'Dordogne' Rush Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in London, GB
A set of four dining chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Robert Sentou.
Rush seat rests and backs
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 30.32 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Eight Ladderback Dining Chairs with Rush Seats, Europe late 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
characteristics applied to American, Scandinavian, and Italian mid-century design – simple, functional – and shows
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
H 40.95 in W 18.12 in D 18.71 in
French Wood and Rush Stool
Located in Long Island City, NY
French wood and rush stool. There are 4 available.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Rush, Wood
Four Chrome Chairs W/ Rush Seating
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four polished chrome chairs with rush back. Cantilever base runs up through the arms
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Five American Turned Wood Rush Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Mid-19th Century.
Dimensions:
Armchairs are 35.5” H x 20.5” W x 18” Deep. Seat height is 18
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Rush Seated Directoire Style Cherry Sofa
Located in Port Chester, NY
A rush seated French antique bench with Directoire era design elements, specifically the turning in
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Benches
Materials
Rush, Cherry
Wengé Rush Chairs set of 6
By Vico Magistretti, Charlotte Perriand
Located in BREDA, NL
Wengé and Rush is excellent.
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wenge
Set of Six French Provincial Carved Beech Dining Chairs W/ Rush Seats Mid 19th C
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Six French Provincial Carved Beech Dining Chairs W/ Hand Woven Rush Seats Mid 19th Century
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Rush, Birch
H 38 in W 22 in D 18.25 in
Hitchcock Style Partial Gilt And Enamel Painted Rush Seat Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A mid century Hitchcock Style Off white and Partial Gilt And Enamel Painted Rush Seat Bench
Category
Mid-20th Century Benches
Materials
Enamel
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Mid Century Rush For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century rush for your home. A mid century rush — often made from natural fiber, rush and wood — can elevate any home. There are 467 variations of the antique or vintage mid century rush you’re looking for, while we also have 24 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century rush, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century rush made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made mid century rush has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Charlotte Perriand, Arthur Umanoff and Mel Smilow are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Rush?
A mid century rush can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,250, while the lowest priced sells for $135 and the highest can go for as much as $32,500.
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Mid Century Rush
- 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 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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