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MOBEL & WOHNRAUM - Furniture & Rooms (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
be of solid construction and of Fine straightforward materials. It really shows Mid-Century furniture
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Mid-20th Century Books

Materials

Paper

  • MOBEL & WOHNRAUM - Furniture & Rooms (Book)
  • MOBEL & WOHNRAUM - Furniture & Rooms (Book)
  • MOBEL & WOHNRAUM - Furniture & Rooms (Book)
  • MOBEL & WOHNRAUM - Furniture & Rooms (Book)
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H 11.25 in. W 9.25 in. D 0.5 in.
Mid-20th Century Set of Schiapparelli Stockings in the Original Box
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century Set of Schiapparelli Stockings in the Original Box A Mid-Century set of
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Silk, Paper

Painted French Scalloped Side Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
We love this table for its charming scalloped apron, versatile size, and detailed turned legs. Its pale grey paint with undertones of taupe is lovely, but not old, so no worries abou...
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Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Poplar

  • Painted French Scalloped Side Table
  • Painted French Scalloped Side Table
  • Painted French Scalloped Side Table
  • Painted French Scalloped Side Table
H 30 in. W 32.5 in. D 15.75 in.
Georges Pelletier Large Mid-Century Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Large and very decorative table lamp from Vallauris, France. Very attractive midcentury modern
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage French Togo Sofa in Forest Green Leather by M. Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
still is until today very popular. The Togo is also the first piece of furniture that's made totally of
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Polystyrene

Dansk Designs Yellow Enamelware Casserole Cover Lid Trivet Top IHQ France 1960s
By Dansk
Located in National City, CA
Dansk designs IHQ Kobenstyle Sunburst Yellow Dutch Oven Lid that doubles as a Trivet Measures: 9.63 inches diameter interior x 1.88 height x 10.25 diameter outside Unrestored origi...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Enamel, Steel

French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The innerwork consists of foam in 5 different densities.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Pair of Original French Art Deco Walnut and Metal Leaf Arm Chairs Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in New York City, NY
armchairs are versatile additions to any space eg: French Modern, Hollywood Regency, Biedermeier, Mid
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Walnut

French Renaissance by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Avocado Knife Custom
By Reed and Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver avocado knife 5 5/8” in the pattern French Renaissance by Reed and Barton. This
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Mid-20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
by the high end furniture house Ligne Roset in France.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Georges Robert Dining Chairs in Oak and Rush, France, 1950s
By Georges Robert
Located in Almelo, NL
excellent choice for any room. Opting for used mid-century furniture is a sustainable choice that breathes
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Georges Robert Patinated Chairs in Oak and Rush, France, 1950s
By Georges Robert
Located in Almelo, NL
excellent choice for any room. Opting for used mid-century furniture is a sustainable choice that breathes
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Oak, Rush

Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Porto, PT
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. Togo was designed in 1973. Four pieces set: three seater, one seater, corner and pouf. The sofa is upholstered in brown leather. the set ...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

  • Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
H 27.56 in. W 108.27 in. D 39.77 in.
Georges Robert Chalet Chairs in Oak and Rush, France, 1950s
By Georges Robert
Located in Almelo, NL
, making it a stylish addition to any room. Choosing used mid-century furniture is an eco-friendly option
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Le Must de Cartier Vintage Playing Card Game Box, 1976
By Cartier
Located in Munich, DE
Never in use Cartier playing cards box, one deck plus joker, poker, bridge playing cards in Cartier red 2-doors case. Les Must de Cartier playing cards were only sold from 1972-1976....
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Games

Materials

Leather, Paper

Midcentury French Iron Eight-Light Armillary Chandelier with Gilt Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Midcentury iron eight-light armillary chandelier. Illuminate your space with the striking
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

1970s Italian Unghia or Lipstick Floor Mirror by Rodolfo Bonetto
By Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic midcentury Modern Unghia -nail or lipsitck floor mirror has been designed by Rodolfo
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length M...

Materials

Plastic, Mirror

Pair of 20th Century French Provencal Bleached Oak Buffets Cabinets
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
emerging. It was the mid-20th century, and a group of talented furniture designers were redefining the
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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Oak

20th Century French Illuminating "Accolay" Coffee Table, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, a stunning piece of mid century furniture that works in perfect harmony in any vintage or modern
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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Resin

20th Century French Illuminating "Accolay" Coffee Table, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, a stunning piece of mid century furniture that works in perfect harmony in any vintage or modern
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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Black Danish Wall Lamp with Brass Detailing by Fog & Mørup, 1950s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
inspired by the Italian manufacturer Stilnovo, as well as French Modernism.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

French Togo Sofa in Dark Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1974
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
still is until today very popular. The Togo is also the first piece of furniture that's made totally of
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Foam

Robust Wooden Rectangular Coffee Table, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
is perfect for those who appreciate the understated elegance of mid-century furniture and want to
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

French Mid Century Ten-Light Chandelier
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-4022 hand painted French ten-light chandelier. Take 10 25watt max candelabra based bulbs.
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Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French "Bout de canapé" End or Side Table, Massive Mahogany & Marble, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Little table, sellette side or end table in the Empire style. Massive mahogany and marble. The marble was broken and very properly glued. Made circa 1960 Good condition, few ma...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Pierre Chapo 'S 14 A' Elm Bench, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Pierre Chapo 'S 14 A' Elm Bench, France, 1970s This solid rectangular bench in Elmwood, designed
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Elm

  • Pierre Chapo 'S 14 A' Elm Bench, France, 1970s
  • Pierre Chapo 'S 14 A' Elm Bench, France, 1970s
  • Pierre Chapo 'S 14 A' Elm Bench, France, 1970s
  • Pierre Chapo 'S 14 A' Elm Bench, France, 1970s
H 17.33 in. W 13.78 in. D 13.78 in.
Georges Robert Dining Chairs in Oak and Rush, France, 1950s
By Georges Robert
Located in Almelo, NL
Perriand's furniture. Mid-century furniture is an excellent way to reduce waste and bring new life to old
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Armchair and Footstool, Set of Two
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in London, GB
become a design mid century classic. This fireside armchair and footstool is incredibly versatile and
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Mathieu Matégot White Metal Garden Table & Heart Chairs, 1950s, Set of 5
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in London, GB
will continue to remain an iconic example of mid century furniture design. Dimensions: Table Height
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

Serge Mouille Tripod Desk Lamp
By Serge Mouille
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DESCRIPTION: This desk lamp is a certified re-edition, produced by the family of Serge Mouille on the site of his original workshop. The shade of this lamp is modeled after a “moule...
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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

  • Serge Mouille Tripod Desk Lamp
  • Serge Mouille Tripod Desk Lamp
  • Serge Mouille Tripod Desk Lamp
  • Serge Mouille Tripod Desk Lamp
H 14 in. W 12 in. D 14 in.
Two Lounge Chairs, Model 'Ben', by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1990s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Hellouw, NL
These are two Artifort classic lounge chairs designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin. This
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Jean Prouvé INSA Facade Panel, France, 1957
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
to combine with mid century furniture, or other Jean Prouvé furniture as the example on the pictures
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

  • Jean Prouvé INSA Facade Panel, France, 1957
  • Jean Prouvé INSA Facade Panel, France, 1957
  • Jean Prouvé INSA Facade Panel, France, 1957
  • Jean Prouvé INSA Facade Panel, France, 1957
H 66.93 in. W 27.56 in. D 2.37 in.
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen "Boomerang" Lounge Chairs for France & Son
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Norwalk, CT
. France & Son, one of Denmark's leading mid-20th century furniture manufacturers, was founded in 1948 by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Midcentury glass box frame with butterflies, French, circa 1950. Good vintage condition
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Glass, Wood

  • French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury
  • French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury
  • French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury
  • French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury
H 20.48 in. W 8.67 in. D 1.58 in.
Mid-Century Pair of Teal Green Mathieu Mategot 1950s Bedside Table Lamps
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
An absolutely stunning and rare pair of table lamps by Mathieu Mategot circa 1950-1959 with oversized white perforated metal shades and teal colored bases - complimented by oversized...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pierre Guariche for Burov Pair of 'Monaco' Lounge Chairs in Red Velvet
By Pierre Guariche, Burov
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-shaped frame executed in mahogany. Truly, a quintessential example of French mid-century furniture
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Mahogany, Velvet

Pierre Paulin for Artifort 'Butterfly' Chair in Original Black Leather
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Dronten, NL
easy chair in original black leather is designed by French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort. The
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Nickel

Jacques Adnet Small Faux Bamboo Side Table, France, 1950s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
. It's a fine example of iconic French post-war Adnet design in which pieces of furniture, lighting and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Hand Carved French Marble Bust
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Hand carved French marble bust of a man. An original 18th century marble bust. Amazing details. Add
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Antique Mid-18th Century French French Provincial Busts

Materials

Marble

  • Hand Carved French Marble Bust
  • Hand Carved French Marble Bust
  • Hand Carved French Marble Bust
  • Hand Carved French Marble Bust
H 21 in. W 19 in. D 11 in.
Vintage Mid-20th Century French Rose Tole Chandelier
Located in Charleston, SC
A stunning caged 6 light chandelier with vibrant roses in a deep red, orange and pink.
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Mid-20th Century French Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Etienne Fermigier, Floor Lamp F177, France, 1970
By Etienne Fermigier
Located in Catonvielle, FR
by Monix, France 1970. Signed under the cast iron base, this minimalist floor lamp is lacquered white
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

  • Etienne Fermigier, Floor Lamp F177, France, 1970
  • Etienne Fermigier, Floor Lamp F177, France, 1970
  • Etienne Fermigier, Floor Lamp F177, France, 1970
  • Etienne Fermigier, Floor Lamp F177, France, 1970
H 64.97 in. W 11.03 in. D 23.63 in.
19th Century French Charles X Table with White Marble Top
Located in Delft, NL
19th century French Charles X table with white marble top. A mahogany table with it's original
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair Rare French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Floor Lamps, Jean Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of rare and poetic French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman floor lamps, handmade from roots of
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Vintage 1930s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Twig, Hardwood

Roger Vivier, Collage, France, circa 1970
By Roger Vivier
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Roger Vivier (1907-1998), Collage, Signed in the bottom left corner, France, circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paper

  • Roger Vivier, Collage, France, circa 1970
  • Roger Vivier, Collage, France, circa 1970
  • Roger Vivier, Collage, France, circa 1970
  • Roger Vivier, Collage, France, circa 1970
H 24.81 in. W 19.1 in. D 0.4 in.
Antony Sconce by Serge Mouille
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sconce incorporates the "moule" or mussel shell shade, simple and natural in design. The shade is connected by a brass swivel and supported on a bent, rotating arm attached to t...
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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

  • Antony Sconce by Serge Mouille
  • Antony Sconce by Serge Mouille
  • Antony Sconce by Serge Mouille
  • Antony Sconce by Serge Mouille
H 16 in. W 12 in. D 14 in.
Four Mahogany & Hemp French Rocking Chairs
Located in San Antonio, TX
A set of four superb French rocking chairs made from mahogany wood. The seating and backrest are in
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hemp, Mahogany

  • Four Mahogany & Hemp French Rocking Chairs
  • Four Mahogany & Hemp French Rocking Chairs
  • Four Mahogany & Hemp French Rocking Chairs
  • Four Mahogany & Hemp French Rocking Chairs
H 32.6 in. W 23.6 in. D 27.5 in.
Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1973. This piece has been professionally reupholstered at some point, but
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Coffee Table Design Francois Monnet, Kappa, France 1970, Steel Glass Mid-Century
By Kappa, François Monnet
Located in L'Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
Coffee table design by Francois Monnet for Kappa. France 1970. Excellent condition. For an
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

2 Seater Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Zandhoven, BE
Vintage togo 2 seater with new Corduroy upholstery. Design by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Foam

  • 2 Seater Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • 2 Seater Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • 2 Seater Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • 2 Seater Togo by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
H 27.56 in. W 51.19 in. D 39.38 in.
Green Cast Glass Vide-Poche by Lumax, France 1960s
By Lumax
Located in New York, NY
A heavy cast glass by French maker Lumax, supplier glass to everyone from Corbusier to Adnet. You
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of French Bar Stools Rope and Metal by Audoux Minet, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
Located in Paris, IDF
French design of Audoux-Minet. Timeless Mid-Century Modern design is displayed throughout every aspect of
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Midcentury Toleware Chandelier with Porcelaine Rose Pampilles circa 1950s France
Located in Trensacq, FR
A pretty French midcentury painted tole chandelier with 55 hand-crafted rose flowers and five 'faux
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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Terracotta Lamp and its Original Lampshade in Colored Resin, Also with Interior
By Georges Pelletier, Accolay Pottery
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Terracotta lamp and its original lampshade in colored resin. also with interior lighting diffused by pieces of colored glass attributed to Accolay.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Terracotta, Glass, Resin

Mid-Century Bleached Oak Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Mid-century bleached oak sideboard by Charles Dudouyt, 1940s-1950s. This credenza has a stunning
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Vintage 1950s French Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Murano Red Quilted Uranium Fur Italian Art Glass Puppy Dog Poodle Sculpture
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
a great display piece on any desk, dresser or console table. Mid-century era. It is a very well
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Uranium Glass

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas Signed E.X. Chaouet
Located in Dallas, TX
rolling hills around the northern French plains. Here we see depicted an early Fall period, with colors
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Mid-20th Century French Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Maison Jansen Style Antique French Iron and Glass Top Coffee Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Countryside, IL
was photographed in our studio. Since our restoration shop is overwhelmed with mid century pieces, our
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Maison Jansen Style Antique French Iron and Glass Top Coffee Table, Pair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Countryside, IL
was photographed in our studio. Since our restoration shop is overwhelmed with mid century pieces, our
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Fireplace Iron Tools on Brass Accented Stand, France, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
France, 1970s A set of four iron fireplace tools mounted on iron frame with polished brass
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

Baumann Fils & Cie Screen Paris Mid-Century Modern France, circa 1940
By Baumann France
Located in Vienna, AT
Room divider, screen, circa 1940. Beautiful wooden screen made of individual slats by Baumann Fils & Cie, Melun-Paris. A flexible Paravent made out of strips of wood allows the scre...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Pine, Wood

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Find many varieties of an authentic piece of midcentury French furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of midcentury French furniture — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. There are 3781 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of midcentury French furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 36 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of midcentury French furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of midcentury French furniture over the years, but those crafted by Guillerme et Chambron, Maison Jansen and Arlus are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Questions About Midcentury French Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some popular French furniture styles of the 19th century include Directoire, Empire and Restoration. The Regency style popular from 1715 to 1730 is also well known. Many styles share their names with the monarchs who ruled during the period. Examples include the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of French furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.