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United Furniture Diamond Front Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Denville, NJ
of the sought-after vintage Mid-Century Modern set by United Furniture Company from the 1960s. This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 49.75 in W 44 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored United Furniture Diamond Tall Dresser in Cerused Walnut 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern United Furniture Company vintage circa 1950s tall dresser. A fine example of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored United Furniture Walnut Diamond Triple Dresser 9 Drawers 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern united furniture company vintage circa 1950s nine-drawer triple dresser would
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Nightstands in Walnut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous pair of midcentury Danish modern style nightstands. Executed in Walnut with elegant
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Gruvewood Wall Light
Located in Charleston, SC
Vintage Double Wall Sconce in Walnut and Metal With Fiberglass Shades. Great for a reading nook
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Danish Modern Walnut Full/Double Headboard & Frame, Mid-20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
Midcentury Danish modern full/double bed frame features panelled walnut headboard having flanking
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 36.5 in W 55.5 in D 3 in
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets
By George Nelson, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Dressers Floating Console Cabinets MINT!
Featuring
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
H 25 in W 48 in D 19 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut 3 Drawer 2 Sculptural Doors Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut 3 Drawer 2 Sculptural Doors Dresser MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Diamond Front Credenza, Long Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Mid-Century dresser with gorgeous front diamond detailing, sculptural legs, finished in a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut 12 Drawers Long Credenza Dresser MINT!
By Jens Risom, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern walnut 12 drawers long credenza dresser MINT!.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Amazing Milo Baughman Style Walnut Sofa Mid-century Danish Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Milo Baughman style thick walnut sofa. This sofa is in awesome vintage condition with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Oiled Walnut Bachelor Chest Cabinet Two-Door
By Harvey Probber, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern two doors oiled walnut credenza with brass latches.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Danish Modern Thomasville Walnut & Faux Leather Sofa & Chair 20thC
By Thomasville
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Danish Modern seating set by Thomasville includes settee and chair and offers walnut
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
H 30 in W 50.75 in D 33 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Reversible Panels Walnut Cane King Size Headboard Bed
By John Widdicomb, George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Reversible Panels Walnut Cane King Size Headboard Bed
Panels are
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 39 in W 113 in D 4 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Oiled Walnut Dowel Legs Square Coffee Table Mint!
By John Stuart Inc., Jens Risom
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut dowel legs square coffee table mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Walnut
American Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern Style Dining Table 2 Extension Boards
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern Style Dining Table 2 12' Extension Boards Clean!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 60 in D 40 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Butterfly Accents Boat Shape Dining Table MINT!
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Butterfly Accents Boat Shape Dining Table MINT!
3x12" Leaves
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 62 in D 42 in
Danish Mid Century Modern 6 Drawers Walnut Double Dresser Credenza Round Pulls
By Kent-Coffey, George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern 6 Drawers Walnut Compact Double Dresser Credenza Round Pulls MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
H 31 in W 60 in D 18 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern New Upholstery Walnut Frames Sofa & Chair Set Mint!
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern New Blue Wool Upholstery Refinished Walnut Frames Sofa & Chair Set MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 28 in W 46 in D 29.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Walnut 11 Drawers Dresser Credenza 2 Doors Compartment
By Dunbar Furniture, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Danish Modern Walnut 11 drawers dresser credenza 2 doors compartment MINT!.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 31 in W 72 in D 18 in
Pair of Abstract Sculptural Walnut Lamps Mid-century Danish Modern
By Heifetz
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Amazing pair of abstract sculptural walnut lamps. The solid walnut bases are sculpted by a master
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Jana Entry Bench, Danish Cord Version Walnut Mid-Century Modern Woven Jute
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
The Jana entry bench is an original design, rooted in my love of all things modern, mid century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair Settee Loveseat Couch Sofa Set
By Selig, Peter Hvidt
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern walnut lounge chair settee loveseat couch sofa set listing dimensions
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Long Rectangle Coffee Table W Rolled Edge Mint!
By Morredi, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern walnut long rectangle coffee table w rolled edge mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 16 in W 54 in D 21 in
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Solid Oiled Walnut Lounge Club Chairs MINT!
By Wharton Esherick, Wendell Castle, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Solid Oiled Walnut Lounge Club Chairs MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
H 30 in W 26 in D 29 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern One-Drawer Oiled Walnut Night Stand End Table Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Danish Modern One-Drawer Oiled Walnut Night Stand End Table Baughman MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 23 in W 16 in D 24 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Long Walnut Dresser Super Clean 3 Drawers Two Doors
By American of Martinsville, Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Long Walnut Dresser Super Clean 3 Drawers Sculptural Two Doors Front MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 31 in W 62 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wide Rectangle Dining Table 2 Extension Boards
By Drexel, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut finish wide angle dining table with two 18" extension boards leaves
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 60 in D 40 in
Oiled Walnut Danish Mid-Century Modern Raised Panel King Size Headboard Bed MINT
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oiled Walnut Danish Mid-Century Modern Raised Panel King Size Headboard Bed MINT.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 38 in W 80 in D 2 in
Pair Set Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Base Black Laminate Nesting Table MINT
By Kipp Stewart, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Set Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Base Black Laminate Nesting Tables on Wheels MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
H 24 in W 36 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern 9 Drawers Walnut Burl Wood Long Credenza Dresser Mint!
By Mount Airy Furniture Company, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern 9 drawers walnut burl wood long credenza dresser mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 32 in W 72 in D 19 in
Handsome Mid-Century Modern Walnut Jens Risom Desk Table Mid-Century Modern
By Jens Risom
Located in Pemberton, NJ
If you are looking for an icon of Mid-Century Modern – Scandinavian Modern design, look no further
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 28 in W 74.25 in D 36 in
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Style Geometric Nightstands, Walnut, Brass
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern style Geometric Nightstands, walnut, brass
A finely polished
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
H 24.25 in W 21 in D 16 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Vintage Walnut Lounge Armchair with Ottoman Chair
Located in Madison, WI
.
Additional information:
Materials: Wood
Period: 1960's
Styles: Mid Century Danish Modern
Condition: Good
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 21 in W 28.5 in D 32 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Walnut Curved Top Gentleman Tall Chest Dresser Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Superb vintage midcentury American modern walnut chest. Original owners had dresser professionally
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut, Wood
H 47 in W 42 in D 19 in
Danish American Mid-Century Modern Walnut Boat Shape Dining Table 1 Leaf Mint
By Paul McCobb, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish American Mid-Century Modern walnut boat shape dining table 1 leaf mint!
Extension leaf 12
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 30 in W 60 in D 40 in
Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern One Drawer Walnut End Tables Night Stands MINT
By American of Martinsville, Kent-Coffey
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern One Drawer Walnut End Tables NightStands MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 24 in W 23 in D 17 in
Danish Mid Century Modern HANGING Walnut Side-by-Side Storage Cabinet and Vanity
By Knoll, Jens Risom, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice walnut storage cabinet with shelves one drawer and one drawer entry hall cabinet vanity
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 44 in W 62 in D 18 in
1950's Pair Mid Century Modern Danish Walnut Upholstered Barrel Arm Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of vintage danish barrel back armchairs, dating to the mid 1950's. I
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1960s Vintage Solid Black Walnut Mid Century Modern / Danish King Size Headboard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous solid black walnut headboard from a Manhattan estate. The headboard
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 38.5 in W 83 in D 2.5 in
New Upholstery Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Selig on Walnut Legs
By Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Danish Modern selling lounge chair upholstered in Flax like fabric.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 35 in W 27 in D 30 in
Mid Century Modern Caned Walnut Dining Chairs
By Specialty Woodcraft, Paul McCobb
Located in Bensalem, PA
Classic well built solid set of four Danish style, solid walnut dining chairs by specialty
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Danish Mid Century Modern Two Drawers Walnut End Side Table Night Stand MINT!
By American of Martinsville, George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Two Drawers Walnut End Side Table Night Stand MINT!
Sculptural bow tie
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 23 in W 22 in D 16 in
Pair Large Square Raised Rolled Edge Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables
By American of Martinsville, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Large Square Raised Rolled Edge One Drawer Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 21 in W 26 in D 25 in
Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables Two Drawer Stands
By Paul McCobb, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice Mid-Century Modern end tables stands.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair Finished Back Danish Mid Century Modern One Drawer Walnut Night Stands MINT
By Paul McCobb, Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Finished Back Danish Mid Century Modern One Drawer Walnut Night Stands End Tables MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 24 in W 24 in D 16 in
Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Walnut Writing Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jens Risom (Danish American,1916-2016) Mid-Century Modern walnut writing desk. Features 2 drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands
By Broyhill
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern pair of night stands for sale. Made of walnut, and have been
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Danish Styled Mid Century Walnut Coffee Table by Otmar
By Otmar
Located in Cincinnati, OH
of Danish Modern design with attention paid to the details of quality furniture from the period .
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table W/ Extension Leaf Mint!
By Paul McCobb, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern walnut drop leaf dining table w/ extension leaf mint!
Side leaves
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 40 in D 26 in
Exquisite Danish Modern 3 Shade Glass and Walnut Lamp 1950s Mid Century Lighting
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Peoria, AZ
.
This lamp is a striking example of the best of Mid Century Modern Danish Modern design! Great design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 14 in D 14 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Table Lamp! Gerald Thurston Era 1950s Brass & Walnut
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
SCULPTURED DANISH MODERN
SLEEK SHAPED WALNUT & BRASS
TABLE LAMP!
SUPER CLEAN LINES
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 23 in W 18 in D 18 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Table Lamp! Gerald Thurston Era 1950s Brass & Walnut
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
SCULPTURED DANISH MODERN
SLEEK SHAPED WALNUT & BRASS
TABLE LAMP!
SUPER CLEAN LINES
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 27 in W 18 in D 18 in
Set of 6 Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Dome Shape Back Oiled Walnut
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of six Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut dining chairs. Unusual figural dome shape legs. Adrian
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 47 in W 19 in D 22 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Table Lamp! Laurel Thurston 1950s Brass Tripod Walnut
By Laurel Lamp Company, Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE ROCKET TRIPOD!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRASS & WALNUT
LAUREL LAMP!
ATOMIC AGE ELEGANCE
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
PAIR EPIC MODELINE Mid Century Danish Modern Table Lamps ALUMINUM & WALNUT 1958
By Adrian Pearsall, Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
PAIR!
HAND CARVED
DANISH MODERN
WALNUT & ALL ALUMINUM ACCENTS
MODELINE OF CALIFORNIA
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 36 in W 18 in D 18 in
Set 4 Danish Mid-Century Modern Oiled Walnut Cane Back Side Dining Chairs MINT!
By Drexel, Adrian Pearsall, Jens Risom
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 solid and steady Danish mid-century modern oiled walnut side chairs in style of Risom.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Cane
H 33 in W 19 in D 19 in
Danish Modern Walnut Footstool, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A sculptural footstool or bench original from Denmark, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wool, Walnut
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Midcentury Modern Danish United Walnut For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of midcentury modern danish united walnut available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of midcentury modern danish united walnut — often made from wood, walnut and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 46 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of midcentury modern danish united walnut now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an object in our assortment of midcentury modern danish united walnut — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of midcentury modern danish united walnut bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made piece of midcentury modern danish united walnut over the years, but those crafted by Drexel, Broyhill and Gunlocke are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Midcentury Modern Danish United Walnut?
Prices for a piece of midcentury modern danish united walnut can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $295 and can go as high as $6,200, while the average can fetch as much as $1,298.
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
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