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Mid-century Starburst Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-century Starburst Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14k
This ring is crafted in 14k white gold and
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,704 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Brutalist Mid-Century Starburst Flush Mount or Sconce, German vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous brutalist flush mount or sconce made in Germany. It is in very good condition, no chips, cracks and no repairs. The Fixture requires one European E27 / 110 Volt Edison bulb,...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
1960s Pinwheel Brazen Nail Table Sculpture Mid-Century Starburst as Curtis Jere
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful and delicate Mid-Century era welded tabletop kinetic sculpture, no signature can be found
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
$796 Sale Price
20% Off
Osvaldo Borsani for Stow & Davis Starburst Walnut and Steel Oval Dining Table
By Osvaldo Borsani, Stow Davis
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Osvaldo Borsani for Stow & Davis Mid Century Starburst Walnut and Steel Oval Dining Table
This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
1940s Silver Gilt Sunburst Design Vintage Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
mid-century starburst design, this set embodies the era’s fascination with celestial and atomic
Category
Vintage 1940s Brooches
Materials
Silver
Mid-Century Modern Starburst German Catchall
Located in Charleston, SC
, I hope you love it as much as I do. I love the starburst effect made in this one. These make the
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Mid Century Modern Starburst Venetian Mirror
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century Venetian Wall Mirror with an Atomic vibe. Rare take on a classic. Four angled panels
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Mid-Century Ceramic Stoneware Green Starburst Pendant Light
Located in Charleston, SC
Mid-century stoneware pendant light from Germany. Ceramic surface is a nice textured multi-hue
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stoneware
Mid Century Modern Starburst Wall Nail Sculpture
By William Bowie
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
starburst wall hanging, constructed of iron masonry nails welded together creating a tight starburst
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Starburst Ceiling Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
A stunning mid-century modern ceiling lamp with spear-like, elongated bulbs radiating from a
Category
20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Continental Mid-Century Style Starburst and Chrome Plated Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Mid-Century style chrome plated metal table lamp with a three-pointed starbust symbol
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid century modern style brass starburst wall art
By William Friedle, Bruce and William Friedle
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Mid century modern brass starburst wall sculpture with turquoise accents. The age and maker are
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Brass
Italian Carved Wood Starburst Mirror, Mid 20th Century
By Palladio
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian hand carved wood starburst mirror in red bol. Originally gilded, now worn down to the red
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Wood
Modernist Single Entry Door Built to Order in Walnut
By Aaron Saxton, Maria Armada, History Never Repeats
Located in South Charleston, WV
passage and entry doors with a Mid-Century Modern style. Pictured is an exterior entrance door 85" tall
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
$10,125 / item
Mid-Century diamond 18k gold mesh starburst bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the bracelet’s mid-century character without overpowering its sculptural design. The starburst motif
Category
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-Century Bronze "Starburst" Coffee Table by Daniel Gluck
By Daniel Gluck
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century bronze “Starburst” coffee table designed by Daniel Gluck in the United States, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Chandelier w/ Starburst Bulbs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century 11 light Sputnik chandelier inspired by the iconic Sputnik satellite launched
Category
Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Transitional Bronze Deco Starburst 3-Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Transitional Gilt Bronze Art Deco Starburst 3 Candelabra Light
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French gilded starburst iron mirror, mid-1900s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large oval starburst mirror in gilded and crafted iron. Made in France, mid-1900s.
In beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Atlanta Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock
By Atlanta Clock Co.
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original 1960s Atlanta sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful brass sunburst
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Abstract Chrome Starburst Memphis Sculptural Clock
Located in Dayton, OH
a Memphis Design style meets Space Age / retro / atomic / Mid-Century Modern feel.
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Clocks
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning 1970s sunburst starburst Junghans wall clock. Made of heavy resin, gilded, with a junghans
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Resin
Mid Century Modern Lightolier Claremont Starburst Star Chandelier Light
By Lightolier
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautiful and hard to find mid century modern star shaped chandelier made by high quality
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Starburst Etched Glass Bronze Karl Springer Fireplace Screen
By Stone Manufacturing Company
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Fabulous Mid Century Modern Starburst Etched Glass And Bronze Hardware Legs Fireplace Screen In
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Period Highball Glasses with Gold Starbursts
Located in Nantucket, MA
Eight Mid-Century Modern highball glasses in an atomic pattern with open rectangles, some vertical
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Art. Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRUTALIST STARBURST
METAL WALL SCULPTURE
Direst Metal Sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$1,610 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Century French Hand Blown Clear Glass Starburst Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
technique, this decorative piece showcases the artistry and precision characteristic of mid-century French
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid Century Brass Wall Mirror with Starburst Motif, 1960s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A 1960s mid-century modern wall mirror in rectangular form comprising a segmented brass frame with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
$2,080 Sale Price
35% Off
French Mid-Century Sunburst or Starburst Mirror of Bamboo & Rattan (Dia 27 3/8)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely French sunburst (or starburst) mirror with a beautiful arrangement of bamboo and rattan
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Bamboo, Rattan
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Starburst Design Dining Table / Desk base
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century Modern (1970) dining table / center desk base. Composition I-form base with abstract
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass
Rattan Room Divider, Starburst Design, Mid Century, MCM, Boho Chic, Backdrop
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
This stylish rattan room divider features a starburst design, perfect for adding a touch of mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Rattan
Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst Composition Ink on Paper
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst Composition Ink on Paper
by Serge Guerin (b
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink
Murano Starburst Camer Glass Five-Tier Chandelier Mid-Century Modern
By Camer Glass
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outrageous and large Mid-Century Modern Camer glass five-tier starburst chandelier. This piece is
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage 1960s Broyhill Saga Mid Century Modern Mirror Etched Starburst Design.
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage 1960s Broyhill "Saga" mirror is a beautiful example of mid-century modern design
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
An iconic and authentic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock with its
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Striated Starburst Glass Flushmount Chandelier w/ Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern flush mount chandelier was realized in Czechoslovakia circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Czech Mid Century Flushmount Chandelier in Starburst Glass & Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Mid-Century Modern flush mount chandelier was realized in Czechoslovakia circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Rattan Starburst Sunburst Mirror, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful handwoven Starburst Sunburst shape rattan and wicker mirror. This mirror has a
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wicker, Mirror
Mid Century Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Art. Enamel Steel Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRUTALIST STARBURST
METAL WALL SCULPTURE
Direst Metal Sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$2,399 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Round Dining Table Peter Pepper Products, Starburst Design
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Troy, MI
Rare modernist dining table by Peter Pepper Products
USA circa 1960's
Round laminate surface with pinwheel design in purple blue and green
Four star pedestal base in white enameled ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Laminate
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Inspired Rug, Colorful Diamonds and Starbursts
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
& Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Collection.
On the Design:
This charming rug is a vibrant
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Italian Gold-Leaf Wood Starburst Sunburst Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A charming Italian Sunburst Wall Mirror from the 1960s, measuring 18.5" (47cm). This Mid-Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Brutalist Metal Starburst Sunburst Wall Art, Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Beautiful Brutalist starburst wall sculpture attributed to Curtis Jere. This piece features unique
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Rya Rug Brown Starburst Yellow, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Huge 1960s Rya rug with a marigold / yellow / brown sunburst patter. Excellent color, some variation of pile length. Roughly 8x11 feet (dims below). Made in Scandinavia.
L134 W96
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Signed Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Mid-Century Modern sapphire and diamond ring.
With a large, Old European cut
Category
20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst in Blue Green and Purple
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst in Blue Green and Purple
by Serge Guerin (b
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache
Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst in Brown Blue and White
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst in Brown Blue and White
by Serge Guerin (b
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Gouache
Mid Century Moroccan 8-Pointed Star Wall Art. Wood Starburst Sunburst Rare.
Located in Peoria, AZ
Wow!
Incredibly Rare
Mid Century Modern
8 pointed Star Wall Sculpture
Moroccan Art
Large
Category
Mid-20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Curtis Jere Multi-Toned Metal Starburst Wall Sculpture Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A Mid-Century Century signed Curtis Jere multi-toned metal wall
sculpture comprised of three
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wooden Zodiac Sign Starburst Mirror, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
. Eye-catching contrast of the cream white frame with the colored areas. Manufactured at the Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Mid-Century Bohemian Cut-to-Clear Green Crystal Compote with Starburst Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
Vibrant and finely detailed, this mid-century Bohemian cut-to-clear crystal compote showcases the
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Vases
Materials
Crystal
Brutalist Nail Wall Art Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sunburst Starburst Metal
By Silas Seandel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Curtis Jere. Great mid century modern piece.
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
Stunning Curtis Jere Signed Brass Peacock Starburst Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This wall sculpture by Curtis Jere is really stunning in person. A beautiful addition to a Mid
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Emil Stejnar Starburst Brass Ceiling Lamp for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar
Located in München, DE
Original Mid-Century Modern Emil Stejnar starburst brass ceiling lamp for Rupert Nikoll.
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning C Jere Style Brutalist Starburst Nail Wall Sculpture Mid-Century, 1970s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
form rays as they extend outwards. The starburst reflects modern design, brutalism and an undying
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Large Unusual Shape Mid Century Gilt Wooden Sunburst or Starburst Mirror
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Large and a bit unusual with a central mirror and 10 smaller mirrors on each spoke. Balls on the ends of each spoke. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood
Curtis Jere Mixed Metal Starburst Pom Pom Wall Sculpture Mid-Century Modern Art
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
thin metal rods welded together to make a dimensional starburst which has attached chrome wire and
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass
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Mid Century Starburst For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century starburst available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every mid century starburst was constructed with great care. There are 415 variations of the antique or vintage mid century starburst you’re looking for, while we also have 13 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century starburst, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century starburst, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll and Curtis Jere each produced at least one beautiful mid century starburst that is worth considering.
How Much is a Mid Century Starburst?
The average selling price for a mid century starburst at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Starburst
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
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