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Mid-Century Modern Pan Am Airlines Melamine Plates Dinnerware Service, 1960s
By Pan American Airways
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern pan Am American Airlines black/charcoal and white 74 piece melamine dinnerware
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Plastic
Mis Century Russel Wright American Modern Dinnerware Coral Pink Carafe Jug 1950s
By Steubenville, Russel Wright
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Russel Wright (1904-1976) Coral American Modern carafe / jug / pitcher designed in 1937
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
H 6.5 in W 7 in D 6 in
Mancioli Drum Pattern Dinnerware/Service for Eight
By Mancioli Pottery
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Magnificent set of Italian Mid-Century drum pattern dinnerware by Mancioli. Very good overall
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Pottery
1960s 15 Piece Dinnerware in by Ingrid, Chicago
By Ingrid Atterberg
Located in San Gabriel, CA
Set of 15 vintage plastic dinnerware consisting of 7 dinner plates, 7 salad plates, and 5 bowls
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Modern Danish Porcelain Sculpture of Boy by Bing & Grøndahl
By Bing & Grøndahl
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century scandinavian modern glazed porcelain sculpture of a boy sitting o a rock by danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint, Ceramic
Franciscan Starburst Dinnerware Service for 6 plus Serving Pieces!
By Franciscan China 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of Franciscan Dinnerware in the Starburst Pattern.
Set includes!
6 11" Dinner Plates
6 8" Salad
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Six Charlotte Perriand Porcelain Dinnerware Plates by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Hand-decorated porcelain dinnerware service, based on ancient influences filtered through the
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Villeroy And Boch Twist Alea Vitrum Pattern Fused Glass Dinnerware
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Villeroy & Boch fused glass dinnerware in "Twist Alea Vitrum" pattern in textured green glass with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Gordon & Jane Martz Ceramic Table Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Antonio, TX
their main focus, but furniture, dinnerware and other small items were produced in their Indiana
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Six Charlotte Perriand Porcelain Dinnerware Plates by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Hand-decorated porcelain dinnerware service, based on ancient influences filtered through the
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp by Desiree Stentoj
By Desiree
Located in Berlin, DE
Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp by Desiree Stentoj
This lamp was produced by Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rosenthal Form 2000 "Linear" Dinnerware set by Raymond Loewy 54 Pieces
By Raymond Lowey, Rosenthal
Located in Highland, IN
The Form 2000 or "Classic Modern" line of dinnerware designed by Raymond Lowey with Richard Latham
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Fortessa Forta Luxe Super White Ceramic Plate Bowl Centerpiece Dinnerware Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Decorative glazed dinnerware, china, centerpiece, plate, fruit bowl in super white by Fortessa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 1.25 in W 14.5 in D 13.5 in
Richard Ginori Brown & Gold Trimmed Extensive Dinnerware Service Of 99 Pieces
By Richard Ginori
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Richard Ginori extensive dinnerware service Contessa brown / gilt pattern dinnerware service
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Gold
Richard Ginori Burnt Orange Contessa Extensive Dinnerware Service Of 141 Pieces
By Richard Ginori
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Richard Ginori extensive dinnerware service Contessa rust red pattern dinnerware service . Pattern
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Gold
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamps by Desiree Stentoj
By Desiree
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamps by Desiree Stentoj
These lamps were produced
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Eva Zeisel Scarce Ironstone Dinnerware Set for 10 by Schmid NKT, Japan
By Eva Zeisel
Located in Chicago, IL
serving platters
1 large serving bowl
A whimsical, Mid-Century set designed by Eva Zeisel for Schmid
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
Green, Yellow and White Dinnerware by Vignelli for Heller, Set of 32
By Massimo Vignelli, Heller, Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
dinnerware for Heller (likely designed with his equally talented wife Lella) has been in near constant
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Plastic
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Benches / Stools Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern benches or stools attributed to Gio Ponti with hand cut
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood, Upholstery
H 18.5 in W 15.75 in D 13.5 in
Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware 20 Large Plates and 20 Small Plates Light
By Massimo Vignelli
Located in Topeka, KS
. All in beautiful soft yellow and ready to grace your dinner table with mid-century modern excellence
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Plastic
1960s Mid-Century Modern Green Diamond Panel Cabinet in Lacquered Walnut
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Immerse yourself in the sophistication of the 1960s with our Mid-Century Modern Lacquer-Painted
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Massimo Vignelli for Heller Mid Century Modern Plates and Mugs for Six
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Heller
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Compasso d’Oro award for good design. It was introduced to the U.S. in 1971.
This dinnerware is also in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Oak Storage Credenza Cabinet with, Brass & Glass
By Esvee, Esvee
Located in Hyderabad, TG
it a fitting vessel for storage of precious dinnerware in your dining room or to store and display
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 31.97 in W 70.87 in D 18.9 in
Mid Century Modern Aluminum Saucer Reflector Lamp Russel Wright 50s Art Deco
By Russel Wright
Located in Peoria, AZ
transition of Art Deco and Bauhaus designs to Mid Century Modern.
The New York World's Fair brought new
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Smoked Grey Cocktail Glasses, Denmark, C. 1960s
By Holmegaard, Orrefors
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
or dinnerware collection.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century China Cabinet by Broyhill Premiere
By Broyhill
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing this Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece Sideboard With China Cabinet topper from broyhill – a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid Century Erphila Edinburgh Blue Plaid Pottery Dinner Plates Made in Italy Set
Located in Topeka, KS
condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
Portare La Pasta
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Pottery, Porcelain
Large Mid-Century Cipollino Ondulato Marble Dining Table, Italy
By Stone International, Roche Bobois
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Italian Post-Modern Dining Table: A Timeless Marvel of Design and Elegance
If
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble
Restored Vintage Mid-Century Wood Cabinet with Burl Door Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the timeless beauty of our elegant vintage mid-century cabinet, a piece that exudes
Category
Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Mahogany, Wood, Lacquer
Set of 3 Mid Century Pyrex Glass Bowls, Fire King Brand- Red Dot decor
Located in San Francisco, CA
16th century, as a competitor
to porcelain. It was produced in blue, pink, yellow, black, - white
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Milk Glass
1980's Vintage Post Modern Stainless Steel Devo Maya Bowl Pewtertone by Mann
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Unique stainless steel serving bowl that will look great with your mid-century modern dinnerware or
Category
Vintage 1980s American Decorative Bowls
Materials
Chrome
Vintage MCM 1 Piece Walnut & Radio Weave Cane Front Lighted China Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Mid-Century Modern 1 piece walnut & radio weave cane front lighted China cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Cane, Glass, Walnut
MCM Russel Wright Tea Service in Robin's Egg Blue
By Russel Wright
Located in Austin, TX
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Now with ‘Mid-Mod’ all the rage again, Russel Wright’s American Modern Collection of dinnerware and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets
Materials
Pottery
French Ceramic Tureen by Marianne Westman for Longchamp, France
By Longchamp, Marianne Westman
Located in BARCELONA, ES
of dinnerware but also owning a symbol of culinary artistry and aesthetic refinement that will
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Wooden Flower Shaped Bowls - set of four
Located in Munster, IN
beauty to your dinnerware collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Wood
Wooden Flower Shaped Salad Bowl with Servers
Located in Munster, IN
natural beauty to your dinnerware collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Wood
A Pair of Katavalos, Littell, and Kelly - T-Chairs
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in New York, NY
, United States, c. 1950.
A set of three-legged iconic mid-century modern leather chairs - both sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Sascha Brastoff Ashtrays Blue Metal Enameled Set of 3 Circa 1960's
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Set of Three Vintage Metal Enameled Blue Ashtrays by Sascha Brastoff
Mid Century Modern vintage enamel
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Metal
Wooden Leaf-Shaped Dish
Located in Munster, IN
add natural beauty to your dinnerware collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
Faceted Avocado Green Kings Crown Indiana Thumbprint Stem Glasses, Set of 19
By Indiana Glass Company
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
dinnerware.
Dimensions:
Tea glasses: (8)
3.75" diameter
6.75" tall
Goblets: (8)
3.75" diameter
5
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Sascha Brastoff Midcentury Signed Green Enamel Ashtray, Candy Dish, 1950s
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in North Hollywood, CA
catch all or decorative plate on a desk or on your vanity.
An original Signed 1960s Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Raymond Loewy for Rosenthal Porcelain China Service for 12
By Raymond Loewy, Rosenthal
Located in Palm Springs, CA
German porcelain china dinnerware service for 12 by renowned American designer Raymond Loewy.
The
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Rattan Walnut Green Marble Credenza by SinCa Design
Located in Tolland, CT
This vernacular Mid-Century Modern inspired console is superbly detailed as well as practical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Marble
Paul McCobb Set of Contempri 40 piece plus
By Jackson Internationale, Paul McCobb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paul McCobb Contempri for Jackson Internationale Set of Dinnerware. 40 plus pieces.
8 10" Dinner
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Leaf Plates Set Edera Model from the Sixties
Located in bari, IT
Dinnerware set for 6 plus a large serving plate and a deep tray, SKI production from the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Sascha Brastoff Midcentury Ceramic Pipe Shaped Ashtray
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Sascha Brastoff Art Studio Ceramic midcentury Art Pottery, Circa 1950s.
Vintage Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
Katavolos, Kelley and Littell for Laverne Set of 3 T-Chairs in Black Leather
By William Katavolos, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International
Located in Paris, FR
in designing textiles, dinnerware and furniture at Laverne which was established in 1938. One of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 31.7 in W 22.84 in D 22.45 in
Katavolos, Kelley and Littell for Laverne, T-Chair in Black Leather
By William Katavolos, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International
Located in Paris, FR
designing textiles, dinnerware and furniture at Laverne which was established in 1938. One of their most
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1960s Oiva Toikka for Nuutajarvi Notsjo, Iittala Flora Glass Serving Bowl
By Iittala
Located in Atlanta, GA
many mediums, Toikka has also created iittala’s Kastehelmi glass dinnerware, Marimekko Bird Mugs, and a
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Glass
No Reserve
H 3.88 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Midcentury Georges Briard Gilt Glass Appetizers Dishes Set of 2
By Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1960's Mid Century Modern Georges Briard gold leaf glass appetizers plates set of 2.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-...
Materials
Art Glass
Die Zauberflötte the Magic Flute Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Espresso Set
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Miami, FL
white glaze. The Magic Flute pattern is one of the most sought after and valuable dinnerware made by
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Jane and Gordon Martz Footed Bowl for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
with mid century modern, contemporary, organic modern, minimalist, etc
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
T-Chairs by Katavolos, Kelley & Littell for Laverne International, US, 1950s
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International
Located in Antwerp, BE
leather seats seemingly floats atop the three-legged frame, adding a touch of modern flair to any dining
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.7 in W 22.64 in D 22.84 in
Jane and Gordon Martz Vase for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
6.75" tall.
Would work well with mid century modern, contemporary, organic modern, minimalist, etc
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist Bronze Bookends by Ben Seibel, US, 1950s
By Ben Seibel
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-Century Modern design, and are highly sought after by collectors.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bronze
Sascha Brastoff "Surf Ballet" Footed Bowl Aqua Blue and Silver
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in North Hollywood, CA
ceramic pottery footed bowl with silver And aqua blue swirled glaze colors.
Mid-Century Modern Sascha
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of 2 Lounge Chair by Katavolos, Littell, & Kelley for Laverne International
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
appearance of the seating.
The T-chair can be found in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 36 in W 33 in D 31.5 in
Carl-Harry Stalhane Tall Stoneware Vase for Rostrand, Sweden
By Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Dallas, TX
studio art pieces, he designed functional dinnerware. While still working at Rörstrand he also taught
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Glazed Ceramic Pineapple Dessert Serving or Appetizer Snack Bowls
Located in Barcelona, ES
ceramics decorative objects, serving pieces and dinnerware items are avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
H 3.94 in W 12.8 in D 8.67 in
Katavolos, Kelley and Littell T-chairs ICF de Padova Italy 1952
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
in New York embarked on a six-year collaboration in designing textiles, dinnerware and furniture at
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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Midcentury Modern Dinnerware For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of midcentury modern dinnerware on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and plastic, every piece of midcentury modern dinnerware was constructed with great care. There are 56 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of midcentury modern dinnerware you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of midcentury modern dinnerware — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each object in our assortment of midcentury modern dinnerware bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Rosenthal, Massimo Vignelli and Andy Warhol each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of midcentury modern dinnerware that is worth considering.
How Much is a Midcentury Modern Dinnerware?
Prices for a piece of midcentury modern dinnerware start at $179 and top out at $11,500 with the average selling for $975.
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.
Questions About Midcentury Modern Dinnerware
- What is midcentury modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Organic 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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