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Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Tribal Designs Set in Horizontal Stripes
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Tribal Designs Set in Horizontal Stripes

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Tribal Designs Set in Horizontal Stripes

Located in Atlanta, GA

horizontal stripe design, this unique Mid-Century Kilim showcases an array of colors, including yellow, red

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner with Geometric Shapes and Colorful Stripes
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner with Geometric Shapes and Colorful Stripes

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner with Geometric Shapes and Colorful Stripes

Located in Atlanta, GA

repeating horizontal stripe design, this unique Mid-Century Kilim showcases an array of colors, including

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Deco Rug

Vintage Swedish Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

featuring patterns from celebrated designers. This luxurious mid-century rug showcases a lovely abstract

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Flat-Weave Rug
Vintage Moroccan Flat-Weave Rug

Vintage Moroccan Flat-Weave Rug

Located in New York, NY

Sophisticated and chic, this charming Mid-Century Moroccan rug showcases a delicate repeating

Category

20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Eembroidered Kilim
Vintage Turkish Eembroidered Kilim

Vintage Turkish Eembroidered Kilim

Located in Atlanta, GA

elements, this unique Mid-Century Kilim showcases an array of muted color tones that have been softened by

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This phenomenal vintage mid-century flat-weave rug showcases a daring deco-style repeating pattern

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

Created in Morocco, this vintage mid-century rug showcases a charming variety of large- and small

Category

20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

By Judith Johansson

Located in New York, NY

This definitive mid-century rollaken showcases a superb combination of subtle low-chroma colors

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tribal Turkish Kilim Carpet with Striped Geometric Pattern in Earth Tones
Tribal Turkish Kilim Carpet with Striped Geometric Pattern in Earth Tones

Tribal Turkish Kilim Carpet with Striped Geometric Pattern in Earth Tones

Located in Atlanta, GA

speckled assortment of geometric elements, rendered in a repeating stripe design, this unique Mid-Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

This elegant vintage Mid-Century Moroccan rug showcases a magnificent all-over latticework net

Category

20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

This magnificent achromatic mid-century Moroccan carpet showcases an archetypal Berber latticework

Category

20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Set of Three Vintage Leather Baseball Gloves, Including Early Catcher’s Mitt
Set of Three Vintage Leather Baseball Gloves, Including Early Catcher’s Mitt

Set of Three Vintage Leather Baseball Gloves, Including Early Catcher’s Mitt

Located in West Palm Beach, US

⸻ Description: A trio of early to mid-20th-century baseball gloves showcasing the evolution of glove design and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

Materials

Leather

Extendable dining table by Glostrup Møbelfabrik in solid teak
Extendable dining table by Glostrup Møbelfabrik in solid teak

Extendable dining table by Glostrup Møbelfabrik in solid teak

By Glostrup Møbelfabrik

Located in Ranst, VAN

from solid teak wood, this mid-century modern dining table showcases clean Scandinavian design and

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

This outstanding vintage Mid-Century rug created in Morocco showcases a fantastically intricate

Category

20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

Vintage Swedish Rug by Brita Grahn
Vintage Swedish Rug by Brita Grahn

Vintage Swedish Rug by Brita Grahn

By Brita Grahn

Located in New York, NY

geometric pattern, this Mid-Century Swedish rug showcases the abstract bent that was so popular during this

Category

20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage 1940s Eight Drawer Dresser by Heywood-Wakefield
Vintage 1940s Eight Drawer Dresser by Heywood-Wakefield

Vintage 1940s Eight Drawer Dresser by Heywood-Wakefield

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Trenton, NJ

. This exceptional dresser mid-century dresser showcases the iconic design of renowned American

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

This luxurious mid-century Moroccan rug showcases a stark allover pattern comprised of cleverly

Category

Vintage 1950s Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

central composition. This extraordinary vintage mid-century rug showcases an unusual reversed color

Category

Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

Midcentury Three Drawer Dresser Attr. Mel Smilow
Midcentury Three Drawer Dresser Attr. Mel Smilow

Midcentury Three Drawer Dresser Attr. Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow

Located in Trenton, NJ

, showcasing impeccable craftsmanship and timeless style. Attributed to the renowned designer Mel Smilow, this

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

1960s Rosewood side table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedker
1960s Rosewood side table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedker

1960s Rosewood side table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedker

By Severin Hansen

Located in Rochester, England

Møbelsnedkeri. This piece exemplifies Danish mid-century modern design, showcasing Hansen's signature minimalist

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Model CH 18A Windsor Dining Chairs by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen & Son
Model CH 18A Windsor Dining Chairs by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen & Son

Model CH 18A Windsor Dining Chairs by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen & Son

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Frits Henningsen

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

, these iconic chairs epitomize mid-century style. Their surface showcases a timeless patina, reflecting

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Globemaster Brass & Bronzed Metal Floor Globe by Replogle 20thC
Globemaster Brass & Bronzed Metal Floor Globe by Replogle 20thC

Globemaster Brass & Bronzed Metal Floor Globe by Replogle 20thC

By Replogle Globes

Located in Big Flats, NY

classic representation of mid-20th-century craftsmanship, showcasing detailed cartography with vibrant

Category

20th Century American Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960s Harris Strong Tile Abstract Cityscape Mosaic Art
1960s Harris Strong Tile Abstract Cityscape Mosaic Art

1960s Harris Strong Tile Abstract Cityscape Mosaic Art

By Harris Strong

Located in Lake Worth, FL

1960s. This authentic piece embodies the essence of the Mid-Century period, showcasing a captivating

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Clay

1950s Italian Bedroom or Slipper Chair in Faux Fur
1950s Italian Bedroom or Slipper Chair in Faux Fur

1950s Italian Bedroom or Slipper Chair in Faux Fur

Located in London, London

This mid-century Italian slipper chair showcases a distinct blend of vintage charm and modern

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Faux Fur

Set of Four Danish Oak Dining Chairs by H.W Klein for Bramin
Set of Four Danish Oak Dining Chairs by H.W Klein for Bramin

Set of Four Danish Oak Dining Chairs by H.W Klein for Bramin

By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler

Located in London, London

chairs designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin crafted in the 1960s to complement the mid-century modern

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Willy Guhl Organic Handkerchief Planters
Pair of Willy Guhl Organic Handkerchief Planters

Pair of Willy Guhl Organic Handkerchief Planters

By Willy Guhl

Located in Atlanta, GA

durable fiber cement (Eternit), these rare mid-century vessels showcase the fluid, folded edges

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

MCM Adrian Pearsall Sofa, New Mohair Upholstery
MCM Adrian Pearsall Sofa, New Mohair Upholstery

MCM Adrian Pearsall Sofa, New Mohair Upholstery

By Harvey Probber, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, Edward Wormley

Located in Raleigh, NC

This stunning gondola sofa by Adrian Pearsall represents the pinnacle of American mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Vintage Niels Otto Møller 78 & 62 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood Set of 8
Vintage Niels Otto Møller 78 & 62 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood Set of 8

Vintage Niels Otto Møller 78 & 62 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood Set of 8

By Neils O. Möller

Located in Emeryville, CA

and functionality at the pinnacle of mid-century Danish furniture design, showcasing enduring

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Sophisticated Mahogany Gentleman's Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s
Sophisticated Mahogany Gentleman's Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s

Sophisticated Mahogany Gentleman's Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s

By United Furniture Corporation

Located in Westport, CT

, expertly restored by Stamford Modern. This magnificent piece exudes the timeless charm of mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Teak and Red Leather Armchair
Teak and Red Leather Armchair

Teak and Red Leather Armchair

Located in London, GB

This striking teak and red leather armchair is a bold and elegant example of Danish mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Vintage Dark Wood Indian Storage Chest with Brass Plate Joinery and Key
Vintage Dark Wood Indian Storage Chest with Brass Plate Joinery and Key

Vintage Dark Wood Indian Storage Chest with Brass Plate Joinery and Key

Located in High Point, NC

This vintage wooden storage chest from India dates to the early to mid 20th century and showcases a

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1950s Czech Wooden Chairs by J. Halabala, a Pair
1950s Czech Wooden Chairs by J. Halabala, a Pair

1950s Czech Wooden Chairs by J. Halabala, a Pair

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in High Point, NC

crafted by the iconic designer J. Halabala. The chairs' design is a testament to mid-century modern

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Peem Finland Beech & Leather Club Chairs
Pair of Peem Finland Beech & Leather Club Chairs

Pair of Peem Finland Beech & Leather Club Chairs

By PEEM Finland

Located in Norwalk, CT

The Pair of Oak Peem Finland Club Chairs is a striking embodiment of mid-century modern design

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

European Cabinetmaker Solid Oak Nesting Tables, Europe ca 1950s
European Cabinetmaker Solid Oak Nesting Tables, Europe ca 1950s

European Cabinetmaker Solid Oak Nesting Tables, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

variety of stylish and functional configurations. Mid-century models – as these tables showcase – combined

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking...

Materials

Oak

Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings
Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings

Irene Brynner Modernist Non-Pierced Gold Abstract Earrings

By Irena Brynner 1

Located in South Charleston, WV

has been featured in most major exhibitions and publications showcasing Mid-Century modern studio

Category

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

Materials

Gold

Set of Three Dutch Ceramic Vases
Set of Three Dutch Ceramic Vases

Set of Three Dutch Ceramic Vases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

showcase of Mid-Century Western European ceramics. Dimensions Tall 3.013 x 3.013 x 9 Medium 2.25 x

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1940s Chinese Carved Wooden Coffee Table
1940s Chinese Carved Wooden Coffee Table

1940s Chinese Carved Wooden Coffee Table

Located in High Point, NC

1940s Chinese Carved Wooden Coffee Table. This striking mid-20th-century Chinese coffee table

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Armchair by Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury
Armchair by Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury

Armchair by Martin Eisler, Brazilian Midcentury

By Martin Eisler

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This armchair by Martin Eisler in a Brazilian midcentury design, showcases the elegance and

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

1960s French Wooden Chairs, a Pair
1960s French Wooden Chairs, a Pair

1960s French Wooden Chairs, a Pair

Located in High Point, NC

This pair of mid-century armchairs from 1960s Czechia showcases timeless elegance with their

Category

Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Spanish Midcentury Gilt Metal Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture with Rays
Spanish Midcentury Gilt Metal Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture with Rays

Spanish Midcentury Gilt Metal Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture with Rays

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish vintage flush mount gilt metal light sunburst light fixture from the mid 20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1960s Ceramic Table Lamps by Noomi Backhausen for Soholm Denmark
Pair of 1960s Ceramic Table Lamps by Noomi Backhausen for Soholm Denmark

Pair of 1960s Ceramic Table Lamps by Noomi Backhausen for Soholm Denmark

By Soholm Pottery, Noomi Backhausen

Located in Norwalk, CT

-century era, these lamps showcase Noomi Backhausen's artistic prowess and Soholm's renowned craftsmanship

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Beautiful Vintage Moroccan Rug
Beautiful Vintage Moroccan Rug

Beautiful Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

utterly tasteful, this Mid-Century vintage carpet from Morocco showcases an exquisite latticework pattern

Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African ...

Materials

Wool

Pair of Sculptural Brutalist Rotating Bronze Door Knobs, 1970s
Pair of Sculptural Brutalist Rotating Bronze Door Knobs, 1970s

Pair of Sculptural Brutalist Rotating Bronze Door Knobs, 1970s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

position. Inspired by mid-century brutalist architecture, these knobs showcase a robust materiality and

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll for Walter Knoll / Wilhelm Knoll, 1940s, Set of 2
Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll for Walter Knoll / Wilhelm Knoll, 1940s, Set of 2

Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll for Walter Knoll / Wilhelm Knoll, 1940s, Set of 2

By Knoll

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

These early mid-century chairs showcase timeless design, marked by a "Knoll Patent" plate beneath

Category

Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

P. Lauritsen & Sons Vintage Teak Cabinet by Børge Mogensen
P. Lauritsen & Sons Vintage Teak Cabinet by Børge Mogensen

P. Lauritsen & Sons Vintage Teak Cabinet by Børge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Rochester, England

. This mid-century masterpiece showcases Mogensen's renowned design philosophy, blending functionality

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Bent Teak Lounge Chair, Sweden, C. 1950s
Sculptural Bent Teak Lounge Chair, Sweden, C. 1950s

Sculptural Bent Teak Lounge Chair, Sweden, C. 1950s

Located in Westport, CT

. The teak wood frame exudes mid-century charm, showcasing its natural grain patterns and warmth. Fully

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Vintage 1960 Hand-Painted Blue, Orange Ceramic Plate by Artist Diaz Costa
Vintage 1960 Hand-Painted Blue, Orange Ceramic Plate by Artist Diaz Costa

Vintage 1960 Hand-Painted Blue, Orange Ceramic Plate by Artist Diaz Costa

Located in Barcelona, ES

ceramic plate artwork, circa 1960. This exquisite piece captures the essence of mid-century design

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Miniature Porcelain Plaque "Château de Blois" by Jean Gradassi -1Y68
Miniature Porcelain Plaque "Château de Blois" by Jean Gradassi -1Y68

Miniature Porcelain Plaque "Château de Blois" by Jean Gradassi -1Y68

Located in Bordeaux, FR

century, this captivating piece showcases Gradassi's masterful ability to capture the architectural

Category

Mid-20th Century French Empire Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Knoll Lounge Chairs ca. 1940s
Knoll Lounge Chairs ca. 1940s

Knoll Lounge Chairs ca. 1940s

By Knoll

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

These early mid-century chairs showcase timeless design, marked by a "Knoll Patent" plate beneath

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Vintage Brass Squirrel Nutcracker, Germany, 1950s
Vintage Brass Squirrel Nutcracker, Germany, 1950s

Vintage Brass Squirrel Nutcracker, Germany, 1950s

Located in Hamburg, DE

kitchen tool and a decorative statement piece. Designed in the shape of a squirrel, this mid-century

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Antiquities

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Showcase For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century showcase you’re looking for. A mid century showcase — often made from wood, glass and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the mid century showcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century showcase, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one mid century showcase that is appealing in its simplicity, but Paolo Buffa, De Coene Frères and Maison Jansen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Showcase?

The average selling price for a mid century showcase at 1stDibs is $3,449, while they’re typically $460 on the low end and $49,593 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Showcase
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

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

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