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Mid Century Seated Nude Portrait by American Artist Jane White C1950
By Jane White
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous painting of a seated nude by American artist Jane White. Paintings were created in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Pair of Mid-Century Mint Green Porcelain Seated Buddha Table Lamps on Black Base
By James Mont
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Fantastic pair of mid-century seated Buddha table lamps, beautiful soft mint green porcelain
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
H 24.5 in W 5.5 in D 7 in
Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Elm
Located in London, London
Set of six chairs
Elm
Brutalist
Unusual form and construction
Mid century
Seat height 47cm
Category
Mid-20th Century British Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
1960s Vintage Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek, Pair
Located in High Point, NC
delicately patinated hardwood for an effortless flow. Comfortable angles and clean lines, these mid century
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
1960s Czech Wooden Upholstered Armchairs by J. Halabala, a Pair
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in High Point, NC
midcentury seats are designed to comfort and delight, influenced by the Central Europe Modernist movement.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Vintage Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek, Pair
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in High Point, NC
mid century seats are designed to delight any collector of the Central European Modernist movement.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
1960s Czechia Pair of Wooden Upholstered Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in High Point, NC
midcentury seats are designed to comfort and delight, influenced by the Central Europe Modernist movement.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Armchairs
Materials
Wood
1960s Vintage Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek, Pair
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in High Point, NC
mid century seats are designed to comfort and delight, influenced by the Central Europe Modernist
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood, Fabric
1960s Vintage Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek, Pair
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in High Point, NC
midcentury seats are designed to comfort and delight, influenced by the Central Europe Modernist movement.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s Vintage Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek, Pair
Located in High Point, NC
mid century seats are designed to comfort and delight, influenced by the Central Europe Modernist
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Chinese Floral Melon Shape Limestone Drum, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
juxtaposed as a table with a mid-century seat, or as a stool in a grove of trees as the ultimate place to
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Stools
Materials
Limestone
1950s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
. With bold angles and clean lines, these mid century seats are designed to delight any collector of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
1950s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
bold angles and clean lines, these mid century seats are designed to delight any collector of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Venizia Chairs by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
African style chairs, mid-century seat added, hand-painted in black and white, multi-lacquered with
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Custom Mid Century Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
upholstered seats. Shown in 28" x 18" x 16" tall. To be done COM any size. Can be most any height and cushion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
upholstered seats. Shown with 24" x 16" upholstered tops with 14" tall legs with a 18" seat height. To be done
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
seats. Shown in 28" x 18" x 16" tall. To be done COM any size. Can be most any height and cushion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
upholstered seats. Shown with 24" x 16" upholstered tops with 14" tall legs with a 18" seat height. To be done
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
upholstered seats. To be done COM any size. Can be most any height and cushion thickness. Can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
and three inch thick upholstered seats. Shown in 24" x 16" x 17" tall in wool upholstery. Made to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Two-Seater Sofa, Europe, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Two-seater sofa is a design furniture item realized by Artist of the mid-20th century.
A vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Straw, Teak
Mid-Century Rope Seat Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage rocking chair features a rush seat and was made in Yugoslavia. The unique
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
American Military Airplane Seat Armchair, Mid-20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
black leather.
Mid 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Child's Size Chinese Porcelain Garden Seat
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century child's size porcelain garden seat, Chinese. Makes a great side table or pedestal
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Wicker Potty Seat
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Painted white, this wicker potty seat is all about the early to mid-20th century when wicker was
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seat Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern vinyl bench with carved wood frame. Attractive style that can accent modern or antique decor.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Cortendorf West German Mid-Century Pottery Seated African Man
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish mid-century West German figure of a seated African man by Cortendorf. The pottery figure
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
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H 6.4 in W 3.94 in D 3.55 in
Mid Century Cinema Seat by Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Lucenec, SK
Cinema seat originally from the cinema in Czechoslovakia produced by Thonet. Nowadays it can be a
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three Seat Sofa
By Florence Knoll
Located in Den Haag, NL
Mid Century modern Italian three seat sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Wood
Mid-Century Georgian Style Mahogany And Upholstered Seat Vanity Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Georgian Style Mahogany And freshly reupholstered Seat Vanity Bench. Creamy
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Mid-20th Century American Georgian Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century 3 Seat Sofa
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff mid century 3 seat sofa
This sofa measures: 91 wide x 29 deep x 29.5 inches high
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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-Century Modern Faux Bamboo Metal Stool with White Flokati Seat
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid-Century Modern Faux Bamboo Metal Stool W Flokati Seat
Additional information:
Materials
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid Century Modern Thonet Bentwood Cane Seat Round Stool (B)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Thonet Bentwood Cane Seat Round Stool (B).
Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Italian Mid Century Two Seater Sofa 1960s
Located in bari, IT
Two-seater italian sofa found in an driving school, metal frame with wooden finials lined with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Dunbar Furniture Mid-Century Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Mid-Century three seat sofa in a sandy beige and white woven upholstery similar to a boucle. Three
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Bamboo Two-Seater Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very stylish quality vintage bamboo sofa, two-seater. The two-seater has renewed upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Mid-century Three Seat Sofa, 1970's.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Italia
Made of Fabric,Wood
There are stains on the fabric(see Foto)
The cushions are removable
Good original condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Burmese Bronze Arakan Style Seated Buddha, Mid 20th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful Burmese cast bronze Buddha in the Arakan style, mid 20th century, Myanmar (Burma
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Italian Majolica Neoclassical Style Garden Seat Stool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular Mid-Century Modern Italian Majolica garden seat stool made in the neoclassical taste
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Stools
Materials
Majolica, Pottery
Mid 19th Century English Seated Greyhounds
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of English Staffordshire seated greyhounds, England Circa 1850's 6.25 inches tall.
Category
Antique 1850s English Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in germany
- Made of leather
- Has some signs use
- On the right side, the elbow rest has collapsed
- Good, original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Italian wooden stool, velvet seat. 1950s
Located in Argelato, BO
Mid-Century Italian wooden stool, velvet seat. 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Italian vibe to this piece. Like Scandinavian mid-century design, Italian design liked to blend form with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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
Danish Brown Leather 2 Seat Mid-Century Modern Sofa Armchairs Available
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small Mid-Century Modern Danish brown leather two
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 26.38 in W 54.34 in D 33.08 in
Vintage SPQR Mid Century Italian Modern Clothing Valet Seat Chair with Drawer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
features. Circa Mid 20th Century.
Measurements: 42.5" H x 19" W x 15" D x 15" Seat height.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
H 42.5 in W 19 in D 15 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Jacaranda Rosewood Three Seat Sofa 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Brazilian modern jacaranda rosewood three seat sofa with original fabric by Celina
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Jacaranda
Vintage Mid Century Teak 4-Seater Paw Sofa
Located in Puslinch, ON
great quality teak 4 seater sofa. Solid teak arm rests and base. Made in Canada, Circa 1960s. Rich olive
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Rare Mid Century Three-Seat Sofa Italy , 1970s
By Pierre Paulin, Joe Colombo
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- extremely confortable.
- Seat Height 40cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Extra Long Mid Century Modular 6-Seat Sofa
By Lewittes Furniture Enterprises
Located in New York, NY
W. The oak frame supports the vinyl upholstered seats and backrests. Frames signed Uni-Dapt Product
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-Century Cane Back Armchair With Upholstered Seat
By Paul McCobb
Located in Trenton, NJ
use as a striking office desk chair or an eye-catching addition to your dining set. The mid-century
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Upholstery
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
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
Mid-Century Danish Love Seat with Stained Beech Frame
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Danish love seat with stained beech frame. Newly upholstered with button fitted back
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Beech
Norco Mid Century Modern Sculpted Footstool Ottoman Tapered Leg Black Vinyl Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Norco Mid Century Modern Sculpted Footstool Ottoman with Tapered Legs and Black Vinyl Seat. Circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
H 16 in W 20 in D 16.5 in
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There is a range of mid century seats for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, all mid century seats available were constructed with great care. We have 3119 antique and vintage mid century seats in-stock, while there are 171 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid century seats available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian mid century seats are consistently popular styles. Mid century seats have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by De Sede, Hans J. Wegner and GETAMA are consistently popular.
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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,382, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $79,500 highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Seats
- 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.