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Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk This desk measures: 68 wide x 72.5 deep x 28.25 high, with a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Chrome

Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
Jens Risom Mid Century Corner Desk
H 28.25 in W 68 in D 72.5 in
Mid century corner folding sofa, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century corner sofa with storage space, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. This
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Beech

Mid century corner folding sofabed by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950´s
By Jindrich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This mid century corner sofa bed designed by Jindřich Halabala. It was made in the former
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Corner Coat Hanger / Mirror
Located in Milano, IT
like Mid-Century Modern furniture and decoratives, especially Italian, check out our storefront (Spinzi
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Corner Coat Hanger / Mirror
Mid-Century Corner Coat Hanger / Mirror
H 74.41 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Italy Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Wool, Beech Measurements: 78.75″ wide x 25.5″ deep x 31.5″ tall Condition: In good original condition wit...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Beech, Wool

1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 25.5 in
Vintage Model of Danish Mid-Century Corner Chair
Located in New York, NY
Apprentice cabinet makers would make models of furniture as a part of their training. A lovely addition for a collector of miniature chairs and a generally appealing decorative acces...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Models and Miniatures

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Teak

Pr. Mid Century Corner Lounge Chairs by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in New York, NY
Super chic pair of triangular lounge chairs, attributed to Ficks Reed. The chairs feature a wrap around plinth style base of repeating bamboo pieces, and a bent bamboo frame. The cus...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bamboo

Frits Henningsen-Style Mahogany Corner Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A handsome Danish mid-century corner cabinet with a rounded front, in the manner of Frits
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Mahogany

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Corner Bar Cabinet
Located in San Marcos, CA
This Danish modern Mid-Century corner cabinet is perfect for any space with limited storage
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Corner Cabinet
Located in Hudson, NY
mid century corner cabinet made of teak in good condition for age and use
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Corner Cabinet
Mid-Century Teak Corner Cabinet
H 57 in W 35 in D 22.5 in
Tiered Bamboo Corner Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century corner table in bamboo and mahogany with tiered top. Top is removable. Please confirm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Bamboo

Tiered Bamboo Corner Table
Tiered Bamboo Corner Table
H 25.75 in W 28.38 in D 28.38 in
Tall Corner Cabinet in Oak & Glass by Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming and inviting mid century corner cabinet / virtine in solid oak. Made by Danish Designer
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Glass, Oak

Danish Teak Corner Cabinet Side Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
Danish teak corner cabinet side table Space saving mid-century corner cabinet in teak on a plith
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak

Danish Teak Corner Cabinet Side Table
Danish Teak Corner Cabinet Side Table
H 21 in W 25.25 in D 18 in
Glenn of California Walnut Corner Coffee Table by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century corner table designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in walnut. This piece
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Modern Fritz Hansen Rush Seat Bent Wood Corner Chair MINT!
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern Fritz Hansen rush seat bent wood corner chair MINT!.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Teak, Braid, Oak, Rope

Teak Mid-Century Modern Corner Cabinet or Cupboard, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern corner cabinet or cupboard. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Corner Cabinet
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful 1960's scandinavian modern teak corner cabinet recently imported from Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood & Glass Corner Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood & glass Danish corner cabinet, circa 1960's. Beautiful graining, new pristine glass and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

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Glass, Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood & Glass Corner Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood & glass Danish corner cabinet, circa 1960s. Beautiful graining, new pristine glass and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

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Glass, Hardwood

Mid Century Modern danish corner cabinet teak By Dyrlund , 1960s
By Dyrlund
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Modern danish corner cabinet teak By Dyrlund , 1960s Design year: 1960s Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Harvey Probber Cubo Corner Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Original corner segment from Harvey Probber's Cubo sectional seating group. Original plush velour
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Harvey Probber Cubo Corner Chair
Harvey Probber Cubo Corner Chair
H 25 in W 32 in D 32 in
DANISH Mid Century Modern TEAK CORNER Bookcase / China Cabinet by Skovby
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Rosewood corner bookcase / china cabinet, Made in Denmark by Skovby. This piece
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Glass, Wood

ROSEWOOD Mid Century Modern CORNER Bookcase / China or Liquor Cabinet, c. 1960s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Rosewood corner bookcase / china or liquor cabinet, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Rosewood

Mid Century Rosewood corner cabinet glass door
Located in Hudson, NY
Mid Century Rosewood, Danish corner cabinet with glass doors, adjustable shelving on the top and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Rosewood

Mid Century teak corner cabinet 1960’s
Located in Hudson, NY
W35.5 x D19.5 x 33.5 inches This elegant corner cabinet is a unique piece of furniture that will
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Mid Century teak corner cabinet 1960’s
Mid Century teak corner cabinet 1960’s
H 33.5 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
A pair of Mid Century Nathan Teak Corner Units
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A pair of Mid Century Nathan of London, Teak Corner Units. A perfect addition to any home or office
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

A pair of Mid Century Nathan Teak Corner Units
A pair of Mid Century Nathan Teak Corner Units
No Reserve
H 76.38 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Corner Display Cabinet in Walnut Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Italian corner display cabinet polished to wax. Bassano's
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Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Corner Cupboards

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Walnut

Italian Wood & Fabric High-Back Mid Century Chairs from Minotti, Set of 2
By Ezio Minotti
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This pair of side chairs was produced in Italy by Ezio Minotti around 1950. The chairs are made from a wooden structure with a floral fabric seat and remain in a very good vintage co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Brass

Antique 20th Century Set of two brown French Arts & Crafts Bobbin Corner Chairs
Located in Casteren, NL
Discover a set of antique Bobbin chairs that captures the essence of mid-19th century France. These
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Arts and Crafts Corner Chairs

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Rush, Beech

Mid Century G Plan Oak Brandon Corner Storage Unit And Shelves, 1960s
By G Plan Furniture, Ebenezer Gomme
Located in London, GB
A mid century G Plan Brandon corner unit with modular flanking trapezoidal shelf units. The three
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Oak

Danish Modern Corner Unit In Rosewood + Etched Glass
Located in Berkeley, CA
Glass Measurements: 35″ wide x 22.5″ deep (middle of front to back corner), 25" deep (front right / left
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Glass, Rosewood

Danish Modern Atomic Corner Unit in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 35" wide x 20.5" deep x 49" tall Condition: In excellent original condition.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Rosewood

Small Danish Modern Corner Unit in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 35.5" wide x 19.5" deep x 43" tall Condition: In excellent original conditio...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Small Danish Modern Corner Unit in Teak
Small Danish Modern Corner Unit in Teak
H 43 in W 35.5 in D 19.5 in
Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a unique sleek design, this pair of vintage chairs styled after Hans Wegner is sure to stand out. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Danish Teak 1950s Corner Cabinet
Located in Frederick, MD
This Danish teak corner cabinet is from the 1950s. It has unique bakelite-like handles that are
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Danish Teak 1950s Corner Cabinet
Danish Teak 1950s Corner Cabinet
H 62 in W 33 in D 24 in
Aldo van Eyck Corner Cabinet
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Dronten, NL
This very rare asymmetrical corner cabinet has been preserved from the original interior of the
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Oak, Plywood

Aldo van Eyck Corner Cabinet
Aldo van Eyck Corner Cabinet
H 80.71 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
Vintage Danish Rosewood Corner Cabinet, 1960
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
serves as a Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern corner cabinet, perfect for use as a Drinks cabinet with a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Rosewood

Vintage Danish Rosewood Corner Cabinet, 1960
Vintage Danish Rosewood Corner Cabinet, 1960
H 56.7 in W 28.35 in D 17.33 in
Atypical Corner Cabinet, circa 1958
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Atypical corner cabinet circa 1958. some lack of plating on the top.  
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Atypical Corner Cabinet, circa 1958
Atypical Corner Cabinet, circa 1958
H 61.42 in W 37.01 in D 25.2 in
20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Side Chair - Scandinavian Faux Leather Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish side chair made of hand crafted polished Teakwood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Occasional Chair by Genevieve Dangles, 1950
By Christian Defrance and Geneviève Dangles
Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England
Mid-century, modernist occasional chair by Genevieve Dangles-Christian Defrance for Burov, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Metal

Occasional Chair by Genevieve Dangles, 1950
Occasional Chair by Genevieve Dangles, 1950
H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 20.08 in
20th Century Italian Vintage Walnut Ninfea Folding Side Chair by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Ninfea folding side chair made of hand crafted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

20th Century Italian Single Large Vintage Sculptural Walnut Center, Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian sculptural center chair made of hand crafted polished
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Walnut

20th Century Danish Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Teakwood Lounge Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A grey Mid-Century Modern Danish pair of Scandinavian lounge chairs featuring slightly curved
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

20th Century Black American Plycraft Set of Four Dining Chairs by Norman Cherner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, vintage Mid-Century Modern America set of four Pretzel dining chairs made of hand crafted
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Foam, Wood

20th Century Yellow Swedish Sheepskin Lounge Chair - Vintage Scandinavian Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish lounge chair with a backrest that is supported by metal
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Animal Skin, Fur, Walnut

Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Classic mid-century french lines on this ''egg" chair upholstered in brown bouclé, on four conical
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Brass

Johannes Andersen Teak Tambour Door Corner Cabinet
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish teak corner cabinet with stunning tambour doors and carved pulls designed by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Teal Eero Saarinen Style Dining or Cocktail Chair in Velvet
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch, mid-century modern dining or cocktail chair. Designed in a style reminiscent of Finnish
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

High Back Chiavari Chair in Brass and Embroidery, 1960s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Tilburg, NL
. Great as a corner chair, as a bedside chair or just as a decorative chair next to a painting or artwork
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Brass

Mario Bellini 932 Quartet Module
By Mario Bellini, Atelier International
Located in Chicago, IL
manufactured by Atelier International c. 1960s, Italy. There is a tear on one strap and general vintage wear. Please see photos for reference
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Leather

Mario Bellini 932 Quartet Module
Mario Bellini 932 Quartet Module
H 25 in W 33.5 in D 33.5 in
1960s Jens Risom Sculptural Floating Lounge Chairs, a Set
By Jens Risom
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a Mid-Century Modern, gorgeous pair of lounge chairs by Jens Risom
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Fabric, Hardwood

Conant Ball Midcentury Maple and Cane Back Armchair
By Conant Ball
Located in Asheville, NC
Solid maple and cane back armchair designed by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball. Good overall condition and structurally sound and sturdy construction featuring a clean cane back with ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Cane, Maple

20th Century Italian Driade Pair of Jansky Walnut Side Chairs by Borek Sipek
By B. Sipek, Driade
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage late Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of Jansky side chairs made of
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Metal

Danish Midcentury Teak Tambour Corner Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Midcentury Modern : Danish Design Always coveted a cabinet for your single malt collection? Well
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Gio Ponti briarwood corner cabinet, with certified
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
"Gio Ponti's masterpiece: A magnificent corner cabinet in walnut burl with bronze accents." This
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Wood

Danish Teak Corner Storage Liquor Cabinet Bar
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Midcentury Danish modern corner teak liquor cabinet bar cupboard shelves storage.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Pair of Fabrizio Corneli "Leave" Chairs, 1986
By Fabrizio Corneli
Located in Madrid, ES
An exceptional pair of Fabrizio Corneli 1986 "Leave" chairs. Collection pieces. Iron sheet and enameled metal. Beautiful and rare.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Sheet Metal

Pair of Fabrizio Corneli "Leave" Chairs, 1986
Pair of Fabrizio Corneli "Leave" Chairs, 1986
H 49.61 in W 22.45 in D 32.29 in
Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Chrome

Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Chrome

Corner cupboard by Omann Jun, Denmark, 1970's
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Brussels , BE
Perfect for extra storage in the corner of your room
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Wood

Corner cupboard by Omann Jun, Denmark, 1970's
Corner cupboard by Omann Jun, Denmark, 1970's
H 47.25 in W 24.81 in D 22.45 in
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Midcentury Modern Corner For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic midcentury modern corner available at 1stDibs. Each midcentury modern corner for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury modern corner, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A midcentury modern corner, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made midcentury modern corner has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Højbjerg & Møller, Pedersen & Hansen and Agner Christoffersen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Midcentury Modern Corner?

A midcentury modern corner can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,048, while the lowest priced sells for $650 and the highest can go for as much as $13,725.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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 legendary 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.

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.

Questions About Midcentury Modern Corner
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Organic shapes, clean lines and elegant simplicity describe mid-century modern American furniture well. The style, which emerged primarily in the post-World War II era, is characterized by furniture that was crafted by creators who believed that good design was key to good living.Today, mid-century modern is by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.

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