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Iittala Finland Vase Mid Century Modern Brutalist Design
By Iittala
Located in New York, NY
1960s 1970s Iittala Finland Vase. Mid Century Modern Brutalist Design. Sturdy Weight. Excellent
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Semeraro Vase Mid-Century Modern Italian Design Multi-Color Abstract Figure
By Semeraro
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Semeraro vase Mid-Century Modern Italian design multi-color abstract figure.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Three German Porcelain Vases, Mid-Century, KPM
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Bochum, NRW
Set of Three German Porcelain Vases, Mid-Century, KPM Comprising (from left to right): - a Parbus
Category

Mid-20th Century German Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Bird Vase Mid Century Zoomorphic
Located in Mimizan, FR
Bird Vase Zoomorphic Mid Century Probably an Owl or another type of bird Signed by potter
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Bird Vase Mid Century Zoomorphic
Bird Vase Mid Century Zoomorphic
H 14.18 in W 7.09 in D 4.73 in
Glazed Pottery Vase Mid Century, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Mid century 1970s ceramic pottery vase. Beautifully glazed. Excellent condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Cocobolo Wood Carved Vase Mid-Century Modern
Located in Rochester, NY
Cocobolo carved vase. Beautifully figured wood.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Wood, Cocobolo

French Baccarat Crystal Vase Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Crystal vase circa 1960, France Good condition. Shipping: 15/15/H 21 cm 1.9 kg.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal

French Baccarat Crystal Vase Midcentury
French Baccarat Crystal Vase Midcentury
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H 8.27 in Dm 5.91 in
German Dümler & Breid Enameled Vase, Mid-Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
smooth and glossy enamelled part. Elegant Mid Century decorative object. Shipping: D11 H26.5 1 Kg.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Sommerso Murano Glass Vase, Mid-Century Modern
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern large Murano glass vase. Beautiful and rare vase with oval shaped sides and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Pair Neoclassical Style Painted Wood Vases Midcentury
Located in Rochester, NY
Neoclassical style hand painted wooden vases. Solid wood. circa 1960s. Near pair. Slight difference
Category

Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Wood, Paint

Scandinavia Modern Blue Art Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Scandinavia Modern Mid-Century Modern blue art glass vase with a tiny
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Murano Glass Vase Mid Century, Italy, circa 1960/70
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Colorful mid century red/ orange Murano glass vase out of the renown glass art workshops of
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Penguin Vase Mid Century, Italy circa 1960
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary 20th century Murano Glass Penguin Vase out of the famous workshops in Italy from the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Raku Vase mid-century modern white and black ceramic
By Mado Jolain, Elisabeth Joulia
Located in ROUEN, FR
Very large Raku vase, circular free form, circa 70. The "Raku" technique is recognizable thanks to
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pierre Forsell by Skultuna Brass Crown Vase Mid-Century Modern
By Skultuna, Pierre Forsell
Located in North Miami, FL
use a cotton cloth to clean it. No polish or harsh compounds or swiffer cloths. It is Mid-Century
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Modern Organic Earthen Textured Ceramic Vase, Mid Century Modern Vessel
By Skoby Joe
Located in La Jolla, CA
vase and become a sculptural element end in itself. Glazes are combined with an excellent balance of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Murano Glass Vase Midcentury Multicolored, Italy, circa 1960
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful multicolored Murano glass vase from the midcentury, circa 1960. This bulbous shaped glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Ambercolored/ Brown Murano Glass Vase, Mid Century, Italy ca. 1960/70
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
1960/70 on the famous island of Murano, this timeless designed 20th century Murano glass vase impresses
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase Mid Century Red / Orange, Italy, circa 1960/70
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Colorful large mid-century Murano glass vase out of the famous glass art workshop Sommerso in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Vase Mid Century Green/ Yellow, Italy, circa 1960/70
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Fantastic looking, large Mid-Century Murano Glass Vase out of the renown glass art workshops of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Italy Sommerso glass vase mid century Seguso? Barovier? Poli? AVEM?
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Heavy stylized sommerso vase in a twisted form in encased clear glass with turquoise and yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Large Vintage Planter, Chinese, Terracotta, Decorative Floor Vase, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage planter. A Chinese, terracotta decorative floor vase, dating to the mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Terracotta

Cylindric Handmade Brutalist Ceramic Vase Mid Century Modern Fat Lava Ikebana
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This Mid Century ceramic vase is a stunning piece from the 1960s, featuring a distinctive beige
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Natural Modern Organic Earthy Brown Ceramic Vase, Mid Century Modern Vessel
By Skoby Joe
Located in La Jolla, CA
vase and become a sculptural element end in itself. Glazes are combined with an excellent balance of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Ceramic Conical Vase Midcentury Design by Bernon
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Marius Bernon French brown ceramic stoneware vase by French artist, circa 1950. Conical
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Pink French Art Glass Michèle Luzoro Vase Mid-Century Modern
By Michele Luzoro
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Glass Luzoro vase designed by Michèle Luzoro known as the Diva of Biot having radiated
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Brown Stoneware Ceramic Vase Midcentury 1970 Pottery La Borne
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
La Borne Elegant stoneware ceramic vase, circa 1970 Realized in La Borne Signed at the
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Female Muse Ceramic Handmade Vase Mid Century
Located in Vancouver, BC
Absolutely lovely hand built ceramic vase of calm woman holding what seems to be her hat. The depth
Category

Vintage 1960s American Arts and Crafts Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Studio Paran Turquoise, Blue Blown & Yellow Art Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern
By Studio Paran
Located in Miami, FL
with 1.5 inches diameter is for a little bouquet. Mid-Century Modern unique glass art very elegant and
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Blown Smoked Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern with Mirror Coating & Round Indents
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern vase with mirror coating and six deep round or oval indents, giving a square
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Sasaki Sengai Japan Signed Purple Green Encased Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Sasaki Sengai oval encased Art Glass flower vase in Purple and hue of olive green and the light
Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Tall Vase Mid-Century Modern Glazed Earthenware Frog & Crab Nautical Motif, 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Heavy beautiful, glazed ceramic vase in hues of brown, blue and bronze with nautical Frog & Crab
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Late 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Earthenware

1980s Paul Bellardo Beehive Vase Mid-Century Studio Pottery Dark Blues Stripes
By Paul Bellardo
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Paul’s first one-man-show was in 1965 at the DeCordova Museum of Fine Arts in Provincetown, Massachusetts. It was at this showing that 18 pieces of Paul’s work were purchased by Walt...
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Vintage MASTAD 554 Pewter Pebbled Vase ... Midcentury Modern Norwegian Bud Vase
By Mastad Pewter Norway
Located in Chicago, IL
Shapely vintage pewter bud vase, made in Norway. Marked "MASTAD. Pewter. Norway. 554". With great
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pewter

Signed Tall Incised Glazed Ceramic Studio Piece Pink Vase Mid-Century Modern 70s
Located in Miami, FL
. Mid-Century Modern Period Arts and Crafts Design with remarkable Venes and Lines. Signed by the
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Op Art Japan Ceramic Black and Red Round Flat Vase Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern round and flat Japan black ceramic vase with red stripes. Original
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Haeger Floral Mint Green Glazed Hand-Crafted Pottey Vase Mid-Century Modern USA
By Royal Haeger
Located in Miami, FL
Original Mid-Century Modern Haeger Floral handcrafted pottery flower vase in mint green glaze. Made
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Murano Blown Art Glass & Gold Leaf Hand Painted Vase Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
in Italy. Mid-Century Modern unique glass art very elegant and practical.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Sasaki Sengai Japan Signed Amber Gold Baby Blue Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Sasaki Handcrafted oval encased Art Glass flower vase in Baby Blue and hue of Amber Gold with
Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Skoby Joe Tall Black Textured Ceramic Vase Mid-Century Modern Vessel Wabi Sabi
By Skoby Joe
Located in La Jolla, CA
vase and become a sculptural element end in itself. Glazes are combined with an excellent balance of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Abstract Stoneware Ceramic Vase Midcentury Pottery by Gutte Eriksen Danish Art
By Gutte Eriksen
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Gutte Eriksen Abstract stoneware pottery vase by the Danish artist. Realised in La Borne
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Italian White Opaline & Turquoise Blown Murano Art Glass Flower Vase Midcentury
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
Ripped tall Mid-Century Modern hand blown Murano Studio Art glass vase. The inside is white
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

1950s Thomas Toft Danish Studio Pottery Petite Salt Cup Vase Mid-Century Modern
By Thomas Toft
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful and rare, a most sought after series. No damage. Any perceived imperfections are just natural to the porous clay material.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Clay

Pair of Ceramic Porcelain Vase Midcentury by B. Prigent Landscape Decoration
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
B. Prigent Pair of ceramic porcelain vase signed by the French artist. Ceramic glaze color with
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Porcelain

La Vida Blown Crystal-Clear Two-Sided Art Glass Vase Mid-Century Modern Poland
By La Vida Lujosa
Located in Miami, FL
2.25 inches width is for a little bouquet and small opening, 0.25 inches for one single flower. Mid
Category

Late 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Murano Blue White Art Glass Seashell Bowl Vase Midcentury Modern Italy
Located in New York, NY
vessel, Midcentury Modern period, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Piece can work well as a standalone
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Tall Art Glass Oggetti Vase
By Oggetti
Located in Miami, FL
Tall cut-glass vase Mid-Century Modern made by Oggetti in Italy. Makers Mark is underneath.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Monumental Fat Lava Metallic Floor Vase Midcentury by Otto Keramik Ceramic 1960s
By Otto Keramik
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing lava glazed ceramic Mid-Century Modern floor vase in the shape of a mushroom, made in
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Jason Fox Wheel Thrown Ceramic Vase / Mid-Century Modern Vase
By Jason Fox Ceramics
Located in Burbank, CA
Wheel Thrown Ceramic Vase by Jason Fox Part of his Flower Bottle Series, American contemporary
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware

Big colorful decorative Murano glass vase, Mid Century Italian design
Located in Milano, IT
home. If you like rare and unusual collectible objects and decorative pieces, as well as Mid-Century
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Two Beautiful Minimalist Wall Vases Mid-Century Modern Wall Decoration, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of two Classic early 1950s German Minimalist wall mount vases. Nice addition to your room
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Liisi Beckmann's 1960s Gabbianelli Vase Mid-century candle holder allure in blue
By Gabianelli, Liisi Meronen Beckmann
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
vases’ sinuous curves and flawless glaze capture the essence of mid-century modern aesthetics. With dual
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Large Stoneware Art Pottery Vase, Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large stoneware glazed decorative vase. Midcentury era design featuring hand drawn strips of blue
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Large Stoneware Art Pottery Vase, Germany, 1960s
Large Stoneware Art Pottery Vase, Germany, 1960s
H 15.75 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Mid Century Modern Ceramic Egg Shaped Vase by Malcolm Leland circa 1950s
By Malcolm Leland
Located in Troy, MI
Rare Malcolm Leland Ceramic Egg Shaped Vase Mid Century Modern Architectural Pottery 1950s Model
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Stoneware Art Pottery Vase, Germany, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large ceramic stoneware glazed decorative vase. Midcentury abstract design in blue, yellow, groen
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern, Tall Pair of Ceramic French Pitchers Vase Signed Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Great and tall pair of French pitchers vases, Mid-Century Modern, signed Vallauris in ceramic
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century White Arabia Porcelain Vase
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Mid Century White Arabia Porcelain vase Mid Century White Arabia Porcelain vase. Handmade in
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Antique Late 19th Century Scandinavian Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Mid Century White Arabia Porcelain Vase
Mid Century White Arabia Porcelain Vase
H 6.3 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Large Green Ceramic Amphora Vases - a pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large and tall urns or Amphora vases, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1960s. The pair of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

Barbini Murano 1950s Orange Gold Flecks Quilted Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
By Alfredo Barbini, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
, or use it as a floor vase. Mid-century era. Measures 15" tall x 8 1/2" wide.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Faux Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Vase
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Faux Tortoise Shell Blown Art Glass Vase. Mid-Century Modern faux tortoise shell style
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

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Vase Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vase mid century you’re looking for. Each vase mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, glass and murano glass. There are 13085 variations of the antique or vintage vase mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 216 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the vase mid century you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A vase mid century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vase mid century over the years, but those crafted by Bitossi, Scheurich Keramik and Venini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vase Mid Century?

Prices for a vase mid century start at $1 and top out at $258,168 with the average selling for $950.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vase Mid Century
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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    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. 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 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.

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