Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock in Soft Yellow by Junghans Germany
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Very much Mid-Century in soft yellow colour wall clock from Junghans Germany. Electric, battery operated.
Ceramic
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Telenorma TN in Brass and Acryl, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of brass, metal and acrylic. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, bat...
Metal, Brass
Battery-operated Mid-Century wall clock by Mauthe with a glazed ceramic case
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in München, DE
A very rare and beautiful battery-operated Mid-Century Modern wall clock featuring an additional mechanical timer.
Metal
$1,625Sale Price|35% Off
Danish Midcentury Wall Clock by Arne Jacobsen Model Roman
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Arne Jacobsen model Roma with Quartz clockwork.
Stainless Steel
Vintage Stationmaster 611 Oak Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A perfectly designed mid-century modern wall clock by Arthur Umanoff for powerhouse clock maker Howard Miller.
Metal
Kienzle Mid Century Space Age Modern Metal Battery Wall Clock Germany 1960s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Miami, FL
This Kienzel wall clock with a Space Modern design was produced in the early 1960s. Its black thin metal body with the hour numbers in gold paint has one of the iconic shapes of t...
Metal
$280Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Ceramicl Wall Clock by PRIM, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By PRIM Clocks
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1960s - Maker : PRIM - Good original condition.
Ceramic
Beautiful Mid Century Kienzle brass wall clock with original battery drive
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, very classy Mid Century Modern Kienzle wall clock made of brass.
Brass
Midcentury Kienzle Lucite Wall Clock
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare rectangular lucite wall clock face with aluminum black painted hands and aluminum index made by Kienzle in the late, 1960s. Fitted with a modern quartz movement with a battery.
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Mixed Wood Wall Clock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century American Modern wall clock composed of teak, English oak, walnut, and rosewood banding.
Oak, Rosewood, Teak, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Style Wooden Wall Clock
Located in Seattle, WA
Sleek Wooden Wall Clock with Different Wood Textures. Stand Not Included. Operational Ability Unknown . Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 9 1/2 Diameter...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Junghans Ceramic Wall Clock, Germany 1950s
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
This exceptional vintage wall clock by the renowned German manufacturer Junghans is a quintessential example of Mid-Century Modern "Rockabilly" era design.
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pine and Brass Wall Clock
Located in Den Haag, NL
Danish Mid-Century Modern pine and brass wall clock. Original new old stock item.
Pine
Round Modernist Blue Mosaic Wall Clock "Europa, " Germany, 1950s
By Europa Clocks
Located in Vienna, AT
A mid-century round wall clock featuring a brass frame, elegant brass hands and indices, and a stylish blue mosaic clock face. Manufactured in the 1950s by Europa, Germany, this cloc...
Stone, Marble, Brass, Metal
Vintage Howard Miller World Time Mid Century Modern Walnut Frame Wall Clock
By Howard Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Howard Miller World Time Mid Century Modern Walnut Frame Wall Clock in Working Condition.
Walnut
Organic Scandinavian Modern Mid-Century Wall Clock, Teak & Brass, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian-style wall clock from the 1950s.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by CONDOR, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
c1960s Mid-century Modern Ceramic Wall Clock, Junghans, Germany
Located in Skien, NO
Bring timeless Mid-century Modern design into your home with this stunning ceramic wall clock from renowned Junghans, Germany.
Metal
MIdcentury Glass Wall Clock Kienzle Design, Germany, 1970s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
Glass
Handmade Round Ceramic Wall Clock, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1970s
Located in München, DE
Beautiful round ceramic wall clock from 1970s. Very high-quality and beautifully crafted in rich brown tones. Typical to the period. Handmade. Made in Germany. Battery-operated. The ...
Ceramic
Vintage Mid Century Modern Clock
Located in Seattle, WA
Gold Toned Hardware. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Not Tested , May or May not be Operational. Dimensions. 6.5 W ; 3 1/2 D ; 6.5 H
Wood
Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Sunburst Wall Clock by Metamec, England
By Metamec
Located in Torquay, GB
An impressive large-scale brass sunburst wall clock produced by Metamec, England, during the 1960s. Defined by its elongated faceted brass rays and restrained cream dial, this sculp...
Brass, Steel
Robert Picault Ceramic Wall Clock, Mid-Century Modern, France, 1950s
By Robert Picault
Located in Berlin, DE
Robert Picault Ceramic Clock, France - 1950s.
Ceramic
61cm 6.9kg BRUTALIST Hollywood Regency SUNBURST metal Wall Clock, Germany 1970s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: sunburst wall clock Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Description: This original vintage wall clock was produced in the 1960s in Germany. The clock is original vintage...
Metal, Brass
Mid-century desgin wall clock by Tófej
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Mid-century desgin wall clock by Tófej in excellent condition.
Ceramic
Unique & Large Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Bronze Wall Clock Germany 1960s
Located in München, BY
Unique, sculptural and large Mid-Century Modern brutalist wall clock. Designed and manufactured in Germany, 1960s.
Bronze
$1,200Sale Price|33% Off
Mid Century Modern Spartus Atomic Wall Clock! Hyper-Rare NOS Unused & Mint!
By Spartus Clocks
Located in Peoria, AZ
An unused Sputnik style mid century modern Spartus wall clock! Gold hands and golden sputnik shape that has the numbers on it.
Metal
Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller
By Howard Miller
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Pendulum Wall Clock manufactured by Howard Miller, circa 1970's. This stand out piece features stunning zebra wood grains and a polished chrome pendulum. Keeps time with an 8...
Aluminum, Chrome
Max Bill White Wall Clock & Timer Mid-Century Modern, Junghans Germany, 1950s
By Max Bill, Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
An iconic minimalist Bauhaus-inspired wall clock and timer from the 1950s, designed by Max Bill and manufactured by Junghans, Germany. This beautiful and charming wall clock features...
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seth Thomas Wall Clock "Candid" Model E326-004.
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage wall clock by Seth Thomas exemplifies the clean, sculptural aesthetic of mid-century modern design.
Brass
Mid-Century Ceramic Wall Clock by Pollmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Ceramic clock with a mechanic movement made my Pollmann in Austria in the early 1950s. Delivery time about 2-3 weeks. The movement will be check by a clock maker before shipment. I...
Brass
$450Sale Price|30% Off
MCM Illuminated "Golden Guernsey Milk Products" Advertising Wall Clock c.1950
By Pam Clock Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original illuminated "Golden Guernsey Milk Products" advertising wall clock with a metal topper "Susquehanna Co-Op". The clock has a gray metal body, dome glass front and v...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Iron and brass Wall Clock by Diehl Dilectron, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Iron and Copper Wall Clock by Mauthe Electric, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & copper. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Wood Sunburst Wall Clock by Atlanta Electric
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of metal, brass, wood & glass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Dugena in Brass, 1960s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electr...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Double Frame Wall Clock by Atlanta Univers, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of metal & glass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock in Brass by Dugena, 1960s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Spider Web Wall Clock in Brass by Pallas, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, battery operated clock.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Wall Clock by Klenoty, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Wall clock made by Klenoty in Czechoslovakia in 1960s. Made of glass and brass. Fully functional.
Metal
Rare Square Format Large Vintage Industrial Wall Clock by Gent of Leicester
By English Clock Systems
Located in Nottingham, GB
LARGE SQUARE VINTAGE INDUSTRIAL WALL CLOCK BY GENT OF LEICESTER Rare Square Format — Mid to Late 20th Century A large-format square industrial wall clock by Gent of Leicester, one ...
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Danish Wall Clock by Fritz Hansen, George Nelson, Teak, 1957
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Stool seat wall clock, model 7512, c. 1957 by Fritz Hansen. This finely decorative wall clock is simply stunning and is certain to draw conversation in any room in the home. Produced...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Richter Quarz in Brass, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electr...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Quarz in Brass, 1960s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electr...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, batt...
Metal, Brass
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 battery operated clockwork. working condition. Will look great on your wall. Nice ...
Resin
Mid-century Brass Frame Wall Clock by Atlanta, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Brass Frame Wall Clock by Atlanta, 1960s, Germany It is working medium battery Measurements : 24 cm x 24 cm x 6 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you have any que...
Brass
$554Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Mid Century PRIM bakelite table or wall clock
By PRIM Clocks
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Extremely rare clock from Czech manufacturer PRIM. Manufactured in former Czechoslovakia in 1950's. Black bakelite body with brass hands. The clock is hinged and can be placed in sev...
Bakelite
Mid-Century Brushed Aluminum & Bakelite Telechron Saucer Wall Clock Model 2H101
Located in New York, NY
This sleek and iconic Mid-Century Modernist "Saucer" wall clock, model 2H101, was designed by Telechron, a celebrated leader in American clockmaking.
Aluminum
FFR French Mid Century Mechanical Wall Clock in Black Formica, 1950s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Made in France during the 1950s, this FFR mechanical wall clock combines technical precision with refined design. The piece features a square case in glossy black Formica edged in co...
Brass, Metal
United Brass Spindles Sunburst Atomic Clock, 1960s
By United Clock Corp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Sculptural, graphic shape of the clock elevates the iconic sunburst design, characteristic of Mid-Century modern aesthetic.
Brass, Enamel
Small mechanical original Mid Century Atlanta wall clock with 10-day movement
By Atlanta Electric
Located in München, DE
Small mechanical wall clock by Atlanta, original Mid-Century Modern.
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Ship's Clock By Schatz
By Schatz
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century ship's clock by Schatz, Germany. handsome brass, mahogany & ebony in the form of a ship's wheel. Bevelled glass set in locking bezel. Double bell strike. Runs 8 days...
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Handmade Solid Wood Clock with Gold Color
Located in Seattle, WA
The clock’s frame has a distinctive, slightly raised border with a subtle, curved indentation, giving it a mid-century modern aesthetic.
Metal
Beautiful Mid Century Atlanta wall clock battery operated and made of brass
By Atlanta Electric
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, original, unique, round Mid-Century Modern Atlanta wall clock. Made in Germany.
Brass
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Glass Table Clock by Kienzle, Germany 1960s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Table clock Origin: Germany Producer: Kienzle, Germany Age: 1960s This original vintage table clock was produced in the 1960s by the prem...
Metal, Brass
Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
An iconic Original Ball Wall Clock designed in 1947 by George Nelson Associates and produced by the Howard Miller Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan. This early example features a ra...
Brass
Original Mid Century Sunburst Atlanta Universe wall clock made of heavy brass
By Atlanta Electric
Located in München, DE
Beautiful original 1950s Sunburst Atlanta Univers wall clock made of heavy brass. Made in Germany. It has a mechanical seven-day movement. I have tested it extensively. It keeps tim...
Brass
Original Westminster Clocks Copenhagen Midcentury Wanduhr MCM Teak
By Westminster Clocks
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eine wunderschöne Vintage Wanduhr von Westminster Clocks zum Verkauf an. Die Uhr verfügt über einen massiven Körper aus Teakholz und Zeiger, sowie Ziffern aus Messing. Zu...
Brass
Giltwood sunburst wall clock with Swiss 8 day movement, mid 20th
Located in Nottingham, GB
Please note that the movement has not been tested, and the working order of the clock cannot be guaranteed. An iconic statement piece, ideal for collectors of mid-century modern des...
Giltwood
Mid-Century Modern Mechanical Wall Clock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mid-Century Modern German mechanical wall clock, Rudolf Posch from Graz, Austria.
Metal
Large Mid-Century Modern Industrial Wall Clock
By Bitossi, Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Framingham, MA
Great looking Mid-Century Modern Industrial Wall Clock at 14" in diameter and 3" deep.
Metal
1950s Wood German Wall Clock by Kienzle
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Hudson, NY
A very nice 1950s key wound wall clock by German maker Kienzle. Runs about 5-6 days before re winding. Keeps accurate time.
Unavailable
H 13 in W 72 in D 2.5 in
Fantastic Mid-Century Modern Hand-Sculpted Geese in Flight Wall Clock
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A fantastic Mid-Century Modern hand-sculpted teak wall clock with geese in flight, circa 1960.
Teak
Mid-Century Atomic Design Enamel Face Wall Clock
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Comet like slatted wood and brass ball and stick wall clock with a key wind mechanism. Bright white enamel face. Great for a Mid-Century high end space, for form and function alike.
Two Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller George Nelson Clocks
By George Nelson
Located in Miami, FL
One round clock rosewood face with alum. Round circles for numbers and alum. Perimeter. Original electric clock mechanism. Measures: 13" dia. 2.75" deep. One square clock Italian ...
Glass, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Tile Clock by Harris Strong
By Harris Strong
Located in santa monica, CA
Mid-Century Modern walnut and tile clock by Harris Strong. Best example I've had. Has 2 original skeleton keys. Winding Mechanism works but I cannot guarantee it to be in per...
Pottery, Walnut
Vintage Sunburst Wall Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This black metal sunburst design will give you a retro feel wherever you place it. Finished with copper and brass plate, this outstanding piece is in great condition.
Westerstrand Swedish Wall Clock
By Westerstrand
Located in Southfield, MI
Beautiful modernist form on this signed Westerstrand Swedish wall clock, dating to the 1950s. Rendered in walnut, this key wind clock is in working condition. Very good original ...
Midcentury Ceramic Wall Clock by Luna
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
1960s vintage ceramic wall clock, model De Luxe by Luna. The circular clock face sits is a two tone square base with curved edges. The ceramic base is cream colored with a light grey...
Brass
Big Wall Clock by Swatch, 1987
By Swatch
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Big clock of the watch brand Swatch. This watch of the Nautilus Aqua Love collection was made in 1987. In a good vintage condition.
Plastic
Vienna Regulator Wall Clock, Grande Sonnierre
Located in Chesterfield, GB
I have pleasure in offering for sale a very fine Grande Sonnierre striking true Vienna wall clock which can be firmly attributed to Wenzel Schonberger who is my personal favorite of ...
Satinwood Dachluhr Vienna Regulator Wall Clock
Located in Chesterfield, GB
It is a pleasure to offer this very fine true Vienna regulator wall antique clock made circa 1840 with a beautiful and rare satinwood case It is beautiful made and has very elegant ...
Satinwood
Modernist Wall Clock Made in Germany, 1957
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modernist wall clock in brass and metal, made in Germany, 1957 In the style of an asterisk wall clock by George Nelson & Associates, this wall clock echos the Werner Wersktatt...
Brass, Metal
Metal Sunburst Wall Clock from Paico, 1960s
Located in Chesham, GB
This metal sunburst wall clock features a petal-like frame made from wire.
Metal
Midcentury Object d'Art Wall Clock, 1950s Germany
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
Midcentury ceramic wall clock that is more than likely a one-off creation made by hand (unsigned). The design is highly imaginative and rather quirky. The hollow, slightly domed cera...
Ceramic
1970s Lacquered Mahogany Wood Trunk Slice Wall Clock
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Decorative 1970s wall-mounted clock, wood trunk slice covered with bordeaux semi-opaque lacquering. Numbers are indicated with brass inlays.
Brass
Big Pragotron Flip Clock Wall Mount Loft Vintage
By Pragotron
Located in Auerbach, Saxony
We are offering this nice and decorative electromechanical Pragotron IPJ 0612 Czech loft wall flip clock from the 1960s- 1970s. Designed and made in Czechoslovakia. Converted to op...
Metal
Set of Three Wall Clock by Boselli, 1950
By Boselli
Located in Fossano, IT
Set of three wall clock, brass frame with beautiful brass slats of different heights, white metal clock face and brass watch hands Manufactured by Boselli, Milano, 1950 Each cloc...
Metal, Brass
Unavailable
H 13 in W 6.3 in D 1.19 in
Midcentury Sculpture Wall Clock in the Style of Hagenauer Vienna, 1950
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Midcentury figural wall clock attributed Hagenauer Vienna 1950 bronze with figure sculpture, fitting key.
Bronze
Unavailable
H 13.59 in Dm 13.59 in
Midcentury Enamel Wall Clock by Franco Bastianelli for Laurana Rame d´Arte 1960s
By Laurana
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
Midcentury enamel wall clock by Franco Bastianelli for Laurana Rame d´ Arte, 1960s, Italy. Colors: Gold, green, rosé, orange. Measures: Diameter 34.5 cm, depth 6 cm Diameter 13.53...
Enamel, Copper
Phinney Walker Starburst Clock
By Phinney Walker 1
Located in Vancouver, BC
Phinney Walker Starburst wall clock. Brass body with new motor.
Brass
Unavailable
H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 2.37 in
1960's Vintage Metamec Electric Clock, Design Clock Metamec, Made in England
By Metamec
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Beautiful electric clock. Runs like ... clockwork. This clock is a must have for everybody who loves a nice design item. In kitchen, office, livingroom, bar, restaurant, shop. Feels ...
Steel
Painted White Clock, circa 1940
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Found in Germany, painted white clock, very charming. The case is oak wood.
Oak
1940s Buster Brown Shoes Pam Co. Advertising Vintage Lighted Wall Clock
By Pam Clock Co.
Located in Orange, CA
Buster Brown and the dog Tyge is an American Iconic History as far as shoes and advertising goes. This clock was used to advertise Children Shoes by Buster Brown. Advertising is very...
Lucite Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
A wall hanging pendulum clock with a Lucite case by George Nelson for Howard Miller. Keeps good time and chimes on the hour and half hour. Movement made in Germany. Includes winding ...
Brass
Unavailable
H 1.97 in Dm 13.78 in
Finn Juhl Fj Clock, Teak Aluminium, Architectmade, Denmark, Midcentury
By Finn Juhl, Architectmade
Located in Basel, BS
The FJ Clock was designed as a part of the interior of the New York United Nation Trusteeship Council Chamber in 1950 and it captures the essence of Finn Juhl’s design aesthetic. The...
Aluminum
Czechoslovakian Bakelite Clock PV 301 from Pragotron, 1984
By Pragotron
Located in Zohor, SK
Industrial Pragotron watch PV 301 is a model well known by locals in Czechoslovakia, especially from the railway stations or hospitals. Today, the watch is a perfect addition to any ...
Metal
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Antique, new and vintage wall clocks have become available over the years in a diverse range of materials, such as wood, metal and glass, as well as styles from mid-century modern to Industrial.
Wall clocks have been designed by acclaimed creators and manufacturers such as Howard Miller Clock Company, Junghans Uhren GmbH, Pragotron and more. The Ball clock and Sunflower clock, which were created by designer Irving Harper in George Nelson’s studio during the mid-century era, are known to design enthusiasts and have become highly collectible over the years.
Whether you want an antique timepiece or one that will match a modern motif, you are sure to find one to suit any home or office decor.
The wall clocks of today have come a long way from the mechanical timepieces that originated in the 14th century. One of the most famous clocks from this era was made by Italian astronomer and physician Giovanni de’ Dondi and took approximately 16 years to complete. By the 17th century, wall clocks were popular luxury objects for the home.
Wall clock choices are not limited to just something that keeps time. A 19th-century bronze cartel clock and barometer set is an elegant addition to a foyer, while a vintage world-map clock allows you to see the time in several locations at once. Cleverly designed clocks have been created for all manner of tastes over the years.
On 1stDibs, you will find wall clocks and other types of antique and vintage clocks from various time periods, from Louis XV to Art Deco, and from all over the world, including Germany, France, the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Bring a touch of class and personality into your living room or dining room with a unique timepiece.
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