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Mid Century Salterini Radar Patio Dining Table
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid century Salterini Radar Patio dining table.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
Offered is a Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springers B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Mid Century Salterini “Radar” Outdoor Dining Set
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Mid Century five piece set by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini .Four classic “Radar
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Salterini Style Barstools - A Pair
Located in Raleigh, NC
Very cool foldable wrought iron Salterini barstools. Possibly French. Great condition considering
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Salterini Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs.
Offered is a set of 2 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Salterini Black Wrought Iron Peacock Rocking Chair Rocker
By John Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist wrought iron rocker, Designed by John Salterini. From the Peacock line. Stunning design
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Salterini Mid Century Wrought Iron Nesting Side Tables, Set of 3
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Salterini Mid Century wrought iron nesting side tables - Set of 3. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Springer Rocker Patio Lounge Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Salterini springer rocker patio lounge chair
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Vtg Salterini Style Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Scrolling Side Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair vintage Salterini style Mid-Century Modern wrought iron scrolling side chairs. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 36.5 in W 19 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Pair Neva-Rust Patio Dining Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern Neva-Rust patio dining chairs by Salterini comprised of their
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Wrought Iron Peacock Chairs - a Pair
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
Salterini. Unmarked. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 50.5 in W 26 in D 16 in
John Salterini American Mid-Century Outdoor Iron Lounge / Armchair
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century outdoor adjustable reclining lounge / armchair with a latticed back and seat
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal, Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Salterini Ribbon Wrought Iron Chairs - Set of 2
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM wrought iron slipper chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs C
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Salterini Wrought Iron “Orange Slice” Chairs - a Pair
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM lounge chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group. Unmarked. Thr
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 26.25 in W 22.25 in D 17 in
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Radar Lounge Chair by Salterini Powder Coated
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic garden, patio, poolside chair from the desirable Radar series, by Salterini. This example is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28 in W 30 in D 24 in
Salterini Style Four Tier Cast Iron Half Round Etagere White Mid-Century Modern
By Salterini
Located in Miami, FL
Indoor or Outdoor Salterini Style four tier cast iron half round Etagere white Mid-Century Modern
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Ba
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Springer Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 25 in D 25 in
Mid-Century Wrought Iron Espaliered Tree Plant Stand by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Dallas, TX
Wrought iron plant stand in the form of an espaliered tree by Salterini in original green paint
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
2 Pairs of John Salterini American Mid-Century Iron Outdoor Ottomans
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
2 Pairs of American mid-century iron outdoor ottomans with a curved lattice structure supported by
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage 20th Century Salterini Wrought Iron Round Dining Table
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage MCM outdoor dining table. Made by the iconic Salterini group. Unmarked. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pr. Mid-Century Folding Garden Patio Poolside Tables Att. to Salterini
By Salterini, Homecrest
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural folding side, occasional, end tables, attributed to Salterini. Tripod legs, disk
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Petite Vintage Coffee Table
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Trenton, NJ
the beauty in the details, this small vintage coffee table is a delightful nod to mid-century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Unusual Set of 4 Geometric Salterini Patio Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual set of 4 geometric Salterini patio chairs with fabulous built in table. We have never seen
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Iron Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous hand crafted iron outdoor chaise lounge reclining chair, 5 positions. Has a sunbrella cushion, vintage. Leaf and vine pattern on arms sides and back. In excellent vintage co...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 36 in W 28.75 in D 73.5 in
Salterini Style Garden Bench with Custom Cushion
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Salterini Style Garden Bench with Custom Cushion.
Intricate Ivy Leaf Detail on Back Rest of Garden
Category
Mid-20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Salterini "Orange Slice" Chair
By Salterini
Located in Doylestown, PA
Salterini "Orange Slice" chair. Professionally restored and powder coated in a vibrant cobalt blue
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Wrought Iron Chair att. to Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural wrought iron arm chair, with metal mesh seat and back. The chair is in very good, original condition, clean and ready to use.
Total H 31.5 x Arm H 24.5 x Seat H...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Modern Set of 3 Stacking Nesting Tables by Salterini C1965
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 3 nesting stacking table in white iron with mesh tops by John Salterini.
Smaller
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Salterini Style Twisted Wrought Iron Peacock Rocking Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of two wrought iron peacock garden chairs attributed to Salterini (not marked) feature large
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Awesome Salterini Style Mid-century Rocking Chair Patio
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
OUTSTANDING MID-CENTURY MODERN SALLTERINI STYLE VINTAGE IRON ROCKER. THIS ROCKER IS IN VERY
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Salterini Dining Seating 7 Piece Set
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Salterini Dining Seating 7 Piece Set
Hard to find 60 inch table designed by Salterini. Seating for
Category
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Dining Set by Salterini 7 Piece
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
late 1800's and throughout the period of Mid-Century Modern and late 20th Century.
Perfect for any
Category
Mid-20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Mid-Century Three-Tiered Side Tables, Pr.
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Miami, FL
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini mid-century three-tiered side tables, Pr.
Offered for sale is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 18 in W 33.5 in D 18.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Iron & Glass Indoor Outdoor Patio Etagere by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic iron etagere with 6 shelves 4 of them plate glass. Painted Black iron with a tapered support at the sides. Narrows as it gets taller. Cross x brace at the backside bottom. ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 70.5 in W 36 in D 20.5 in
tempestini for salterini radar side table
By Salterini
Located in Athens, GA
mid century modern darling side table, also called radar table, fits perfectly indoors or outside
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Mesh Top Outdoor Dining Table by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous heavy duty iron frame with a mesh top and tri-leg form this sixties iconic table. Recently painted and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Photo was taken outs...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Iron
H 29 in W 48 in D 32 in
Wrought Iron Settee Att. to Salterini
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron settee - loveseat attributed to Salterini - this example is in good condition, no
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Round Mesh Top Outdoor Dining Table by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous patio dining table with mesh top outfitted with a fitting for an umbrella. Hand made in the fifties with galvanized iron. Recently enameled in satin black. Very sturdy.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of Four Salterini Rounded Benches
By Salterini
Located in South Salem, NY
A set of four Mid-Century Modern Salterini curved benches. This set of four is is a complete tree
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage 20th Century Salterini Wrought Iron Ribbon Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible set of six vintage MCM outdoor dining chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 33.25 in W 25 in D 18 in
Modernist Salterini Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish mid century wrought iron and metal mesh settee by Salterini. This example is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Cantilevered Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chair Att. to Salterini
By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural cantilevered mid century lounge arm chair, attributed to Salterini. The chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Salterini Mt Vernon Wrought Iron Art Nouveau Serving Bar Tea Cart
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Salterini Mt Vernon Wrought Iron Art Nouveau Serving Bar Tea Cart. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Wrought Iron
4 Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs att. to Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Salterini. The chairs are newly powder coated with a black satin finish, making the architectural form even
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 20.5 in
Set 6 Mid Century Modern El Prado Iron Indoor Outdoor Dining Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of rare El Prado dining chairs in old white paint. High quality iron set with solid brass finials. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Very tight and sturd...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 42 in W 15.75 in D 21 in
Rare Mid Century Garden Patio Dinette Set Attributed to Tempestini for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
attributed to Tempestini, for Salterini. This set includes a wrought iron base table with plate glass top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28.5 in W 50 in D 44 in
Mid Century Garden Patio Wrought Iron Rocking Chair Att. to Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Stylish architectural mid century wrought iron and metal mesh rocking chair attributed to Salterini
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Furniture Salterini Woodard
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Vintage wrought iron outdoor patio furniture Salterini Woodard
This 5 Piece Salterini Dining Set
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage John Salterini Woodard Scrolling Leaf Vine Wrought Iron Garden Bar Cart
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, great style and form. Circa mid 20th century. Measurements: 32" H x 33" W x 19.5" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 33 in D 19.5 in
1960s Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
Salterini style wrought iron garden patio settee. This is a very nice original Settee from the
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Ribbon Oval Dining Table Base
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal dining table pedestal. Made by the iconic Salterini. Unmarked. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Iron 3 Tiered Glass Outdoor Garden Bar Cart Server Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous minimalist bar cart from the early fifties. 3 Tiers of glass shelving, 2 new pieces of glass. Shelves are 26.5 x 16.25 2pieces and one piece 22.25 x 16.25. In excellent vint...
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Vintage 1950s American Minimalist Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Iron
H 31 in W 37 in D 20.75 in
Vintage Salterini Ivy Vine Wrought Iron Nesting Patio Side Tables, 3 Pc Set
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid 20th Century.
Measurements:
Table 1: 20" H x 20.5" W x 14.5" D
Table 2: 19" H x 18.5" W x 14.5
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 20 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in
Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Small Garden Patio Bistro Dining Set, 3 Pc
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, wrought iron construction, very nice vintage set, great style and form. Mid to late 20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 35 in W 17 in D 18 in
Salterini Folding Outdoor Dining Table by Rid-Jid
By Salterini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Salterini outdoor dining table designed by Rid-Jid, it has the label in the bottom (you
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
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Mid Century Salterini For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century salterini for your home. Frequently made of metal, iron and wrought iron, every mid century salterini was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century salterini — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century salterini, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made mid century salterini has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini and Mario Papperzini are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Salterini?
A mid century salterini can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,800, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $39,500.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary 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.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Salterini
- 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, 2021The 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, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
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