Mid-Century Modern Space Age German Metal Desk Utensilo, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Space Age German Metal Desk Utensilo, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Space Age German Metal Desk Utensilo, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Space Age German Metal Desk Utensilo, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Desk Utensilo, Black Plastic, German Design, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Space Age Desk Utensilo, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Desk Utensilo, Green Plastic, German Design, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Space Age Desk Utensilo, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Plastic
German Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Wood and Metal Desk by Voss, 1950
By Voss
Located in New York, NY
Elegant German modernist desk / writing table by Voss with a cantilevered wood top and three wood drawers on each side supported by four black metal legs. A refined, modern compositi...
asymmetrical Mid-Century Modern desk, vintage
Located in Neuss, NW
Modular 1960s desk combining functional sophistication with a floating appearance. The asymmetrical design is a characteristic feature of this 3-piece furniture set, which can be use...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Black Vintage Desk Chair Style Egon Eiermann 1950s Germany
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage black desk chair of office chair or swivel chair, which was designed in the style of Egon Eiermann, Germany 1950s.
Metal
$4,607Sale Price|20% Off
Iconic Lady Desk by Helmut Magg for WK Möbel, Mid Century Modern, Germany, 1950s
By Helmut Magg
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This is the famous desk designed by Helmut Magg, also known as „Lady Desk”. Produced in Germany by Neue Gemeinschaft für Wohnkultur, WK Möbel in 1950s. The design is simple yet very ...
Cherry
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Chair Attributed to Egon Eiermann, 1950, Germany
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern adjustable and swiveling vintage desk chair in brown faux leather attributed to Egon Eiermann, 1950s Germany.
Metal
Mid-Century West German Space Age Desk Utensilo, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century West German Space Age Desk Utensilo, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Erich Stratmann, Germany, 1950
By Erich Stratmann
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Erich Stratmann, Germany, 1950
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Brass Kundo German World Globe Desk or Table Clock
By Kundo
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This clock was made by the well known Kundo clock company of Germany and dates to approximately 1970 and done in a Mid-Century Modern style. This World globe clock shows the various ...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist German Brass Pen Holder, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist German Brass Pen Holder, 1950s
Brass
Mid-Century Space Age German Metal Desk Utensilo from Deyhle, 1960s
By Gebrüder Deyhle
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Space Age German Metal Desk Utensilo from Deyhle, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Metal
Mid-Century Large Desk, Veneered Wood, Chrome-Plated Steel, Germany, ca. 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Mid-Century executive desk made of veneered wood and chrome-plated steel. The architectural, linear structure conveys a sense of lightness, stability, and order. The top is fin...
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century German Red Space Age Desk Utensilo from Quandt Hamburg, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Red Space Age Desk Utensilo from Quandt Hamburg, 1960s, in Very Good conditions.
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern round solid brass safe handle, 1950s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern round solid brass safe handle, 1950s Germany 5.9kg massive brass. Very good condition, light wear of usage and patina.
Brass
Mid-Century Solid Teakwood Bureau with Secretary Desk, Germany, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
This mid-century bureau was produced in Germany in the 1950s and is crafted entirely from solid teakwood. The piece combines storage and writing functions in a compact and well-balan...
Teak
$11,166
Desk Produced in Germany
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare desk by unknown designer. Produced in Germany.
Metal
Dice Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice paperweight. Nice metal dice atop a nickel base. The best addition to your desk or every room. Found at an estate sale in Nur...
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s
By Drabert
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This conference chair was made by the German manufacturer Drabert during the 1970s. According to the stamp, it was manufactured in 1977. The solid, chrome-plated frame gives the chai...
Chrome
Dice Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice paperweight. Nice dice atop a nickel base. The best addition to your desk or every room.
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s
By Drabert
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This conference chair was made by the German manufacturer Drabert during the 1970s. According to the stamp, it was manufactured in 1977. The solid, chrome-plated frame gives the chai...
Chrome
Dice Chrome Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice statue or paperweight. Nice metal dice atop a metal base. Was made as a journeyman's piece. The journeyman's piece is a centr...
Metal, Chrome
Dice Chrome Metal Statue Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice paperweight. Nice chrome dice atop a chromed base. Signed by Artist A.R. and Date 5.3.80. The best addition to your desk or e...
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Fabric and Aluminum Chairs from Mauser
By Mauser Werke, Herbert Hirche
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
In the early 1950s, the Mauser-Libelle seating furniture, designed by Walter Papst, appeared on the market and became design icons of the post-war period. Furniture in the Mid-Centur...
Metal, Aluminum
$999Sale Price|26% Off
Mid-Century Modern Grey Black Metal Brass German Rotating Armchair, Germany 1930
Located in Madrid, ES
Armchair with metal structure lacquered in black. Seat and arms upholstered in cotton fabric and feet finished in brass pads.
Brass, Steel
Dice Steel Metal Sculpture or Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage German Steel Dice Paperweight (Art Deco Style, c. Mid-20th Century) A striking minimalist sculpture and paperweight, this German steel cube features a single dice form balan...
Metal, Steel
Space Age Green German Desk Utensilo
Located in Hamburg, DE
Space Age Green German Desk Utensilo
Plastic
Dice Aluminum Metal Sculpture or Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A german vintage aluminum paperweight or sculpture featuring a dice balanced on one corner. Art Deco style, inspired by the 1930s designs of Edgar Brandt. A minimalist dice sculpture...
Metal, Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Black Faux Leather Vintage Desk Chair Egon Eiermann, 1950s
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage desk chair designed by Egon Eiermann. The desk chair features a chromed metal base with 4 wheels. Also the seat and back, made of plywood, were covered wit...
Metal
Dice Metal Statue on Marble Base Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Super cool Art Deco design sculptural "High Roller" dice paperweight. Nice metal dice atop a marble base. The best addition to your desk or every room. Found at an estate sale in Nur...
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Green Saddle Leather Walnut Executive Writing Desk
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Midcentury 1960s Desk from Germany. In walnut and green saddle leather top. 2 drawers on each side. Stunning unique patina on the thick green saddle leather. A unique extraordinary m...
Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century German Form Und Farbe Stencil Set, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Form Und Farbe Stencil Set, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Cardboard, Plastic Color: Green Styles: Mid-...
Plastic
Mid-Century German Space Age Utensilo from Helit, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Space Age Utensilo from Helit, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Plasti...
Plastic
Mid Century Modern Table Clock in teak and brass by Kienzle, Germany 1960s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning Mid Century Modern table clock in teak and brass, manufactured by Kienzle. Described as "Automatic" on the face, the clock is operated by a b...
Brass
Mid-Century Teak Desk with Stacked Drawers by Herbert Hirche for Holzapfel
By Herbert Hirche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Writing desk designed by Herbert Hirche for the German manufacturer Holzapfel, featuring a teak top with warm amber-brown grain and a three-drawer pedestal on the left side. Drawer f...
Metal
$1,409Sale Price|20% Off
Design Midcentury Writing Table / Desk, Germany, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Germany - around 1960s - good original condition, stable, refreshed jt
Wood
Mid-Century Desk With Drawers And Bookshelf, Rosewood Veneer, Plated Metal, 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-century desk with six drawers on one side and a bookshelf on the other. Rosewood veneer and bent metal feet, Germany, circa 1960
Metal
GOEBEL - Vintage Molded Glass Owl Paperweight - Germany - Mid 20th Century
By Goebel Company
Located in Chatham, ON
GOEBEL - Vintage studio glass molded owl form paperweight - signed - Germany - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor surface s...
Crystal
Mid-Century Manual Alarm Clock from Jerger, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Manual Alarm Clock from Jerger, Germany, 1960s , in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. This piece has an attribution mark Additional information: Materials: Me...
Metal
JK 204 desk by Jorgen Kastholm for kill international, 1960s Germany.
By Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Landgraaf, NL
JK 204 desk by Jorgen Kastholm for kill international, 1960s Germany. Large and heavy desk made from veneer and solid chromed metal. 5 deep black laminated drawers that give plenty s...
Metal, Chrome
Brass Desk Pen Holder by Günter Kupetz for WMF Germany - Desk Accessory - 1950’s
By Günter Kupetz
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Brass Desk Pen Holder by Günter Kupetz for WMF Germany - Desk Accessory - 1950’s Free form brass bowl, originally used as a pen holder, created by Günter Kupetz. Very elegant for a...
Brass
Vintage Bulova Quartz Desk Clock Germany
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Bulova Clock Company Desk Table Clock Quartz 4.38 H X 5.25 W x 1.88 D Preowned vintage unrestored, untested, wear present. Review all images provided.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century German Space Age Alarm Clock from Mebus, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Space Age Alarm Clock from Mebus, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Pla...
Plastic
Mid-Century Space Age German Alarm Clock from Europa, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Space Age German Alarm Clock from Europa, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Pl...
Plastic
MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany
By Gebrüder Deyhle
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural mid-century modern modular desk organizer by Karl Deyhle, produced in Germany circa the 1960s.
Metal
1960s Kienzle Bentwood Desk Clock Germany restored
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Kienzle Bentwood Desk Clock Germany brown & silver fabulous patinated waterfall effect on bentwood case plexiglass and metal 4.5 w x 5 d x 3 automatic clock features a new move...
Metal
Mid-century Typewriter Grome Model N, 1940's Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Germany in the 1940's by Groma. Made of plastic, chrome. With aged patina. Fully functional, re-polished, in original condition with signs of wear.
Chrome
Mid-Century Brass Zodiac Wall, Table or Mantel Clock, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful heavy Mid-Century Modern brass desk clock with a brass clocks face.
Metal, Brass
Set of 4 Mid-Century German Metal Office Rubber Stamp Holder and 3 Stamps, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Metal Office Rubber Stamp Holder and 3 Stamps, 1960s, Set of 4, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Metal, Plastic ...
Metal
Vintage Modern Scissors with Holder, Germany, c. 1970's
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage "Designed" Modern Stainless Steel Scissors with "Gold" Handles and Leather Holder Germany, circa 1970's Both Scissors and Holder are Labeled Germany "some wear / fading to...
Stainless Steel
Modernist Table / Desk Clock by Junghans, Germany, 1970s
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Simple and elegant design with brass detailing. Designed and manufactured by Junghans during the 1970s. The Quartz movement is operated by a single AA battery. The cabinet/body is ma...
Concrete, Brass
$2,063Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Vintage Mid-century Fabric Desk Chairs by Charles Pollock for Comforto
By Charles Pollock, Comforto
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This pair of office armchairs was designed by Charles Pollock for the German manufacturer Comforto during the 70s. The seats are made of durable brown plastic and high-quality olive-...
Fabric, Plastic
'German Shepherd' Folk Art Letter Holder with Dog in Wood Mid 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
'German Shepherd' Folk Art Letter Holder with Dog in Wood Mid 20th Century. Just a great piece, this mid century letter holder. If you own a German Shepherd or just happen to like d...
Wood
Desk w/ Leather Top Attributed to Herbert Hirche for Holzäpfel, Germany, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
With it's unique wrap around edge banding, rich use of materials from Italian leather to honey oak and expert craftsmanship this desk is the very definition of 'sui generis'. Perfect...
Leather, Oak
Atlanta Midcentury Atomic Age Sunburst Brass Table Desk Clock, Western Germany
By Atlanta Clock Co.
Located in Vienna, AT
An amazing midcentury triangular design starburst table or desk clock from the 1950s. Executed by Atlanta, Western Germany. Made of brass with a beautiful base, brass rays and a love...
Metal, Brass
Vintage Solingen German Desk Scissors & Letter Opener Set with Red Leather Case
Located in San Diego, CA
A finely crafted vintage desk set from Solingen, Germany, comprising a pair of precision steel scissors and a matching letter opener, housed in its original red leather sleeve. Known...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Bronze desk Shell Plate and Letter Opener Auböck Hagenauer Era, Germany, 1970s
By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Bronze metal shell plate element and letter opener element Origin: Germany Material: Bronze Wonderful bronze metal element shell plate and letter opener made in ...
Bronze
1960s Desk, Günter Renkel
By Günter Renkel
Located in Neuss, NW
Minimalistic freestanding desk from the 1960s by Günter Renkel for Rego Möbel. Corpus in teak veneer with three drawers, a bookcase on the rear and square steel feet in black. Quali...
Teak
$4,466
Desk by Elmar Flototto
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Brussels, BE
The desk by Elmar Flototto from circa 1980 features a beech wood structure paired with a brown formica surface, showcasing the Profilsystem design. Its natural beech construction exe...
Formica, Beech
Unavailable
H 22 in W 13 in D 13 in
Mid-Century German Desk Lamp in Brass and White Cube from Kaiser Leuchten, 1960
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Basel, CH
This cube desk lamp, model 45097 / 012, was made by Kaiser Leuchten in the 1960s. It features a white metal shade set on a brass frame. It is fully functioning and takes one 25W E14 ...
Metal, Brass
Fiberglass Writing Desk, Germany, 1960s
By Dieter Rams, Otto Zapf
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Details Creator: unknown Period: 1968 Color: white Style: Mid-Century Modern Place of Origin: Germany Dimensions: Height: 29.53 in. (75 cm) Width: 70.08 in. (178 cm) Depth: 31.11 in...
Fiberglass
Unavailable
H 55.12 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk, Writing Table by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz
By Walter Wirtz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern teak desk, writing table by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz, Germany, 1950s.
Brass
German Mid-Century Atlanta Univers Clock
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Mid-Century clock, dual filigree sunburst or astrological design surrounded by glazed brass on a double cylinder foot base, set on an arch for mantel or Table use. By Junghans, Germa...
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 110.24 in D 33.08 in
Longboard Desk, Vereinigte Münchner Werkstätte, Germany, circa 1970
By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant longboard desk, Manufacture by Vereinigte Münchner Werkstätte, Munich, circa 1970, black shellac polished top, four nickel-plated aluminium legs with ball feets. Dimensions: ...
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 39.77 in W 41.74 in D 19.3 in
Walter Wirtz for Wilhem Renz Secretary Bureau Desk Teak, Germany, 1960s
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirz
Located in Vienna, Vienna
A rare vintage writing desk secretary in teak, designed by Walter Wirtz and manufactured by Wilhem Renz, Germany, 1960s. The quality and design is superb: an internal spring mechanis...
Wood, Teak
Unavailable
H 44.1 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Jorgen Kastholm “JK760” Desk Chair for Kill International, Germany 1970
By Jørgen Kastholm, Kill International
Located in Wilnis, UT
A fantastic desk chair designed by Jorgen Kastholm and manufactured by Kill International in Germany during the 1970s. This elegant and impressive chair, model “JK760”, has a chrome...
Metal
Unavailable
H 22.84 in W 23.63 in D 16.54 in
Set of Children Desk or School Bench with Two Flototto Chairs, Germany, 1970s
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Warsaw, PL
A decent set consisting of a school bench / desk and a chairs of a well-known German brand (Elmar Flototto) with practically indestructible bent plywood. One for children, one for pa...
Metal, Steel
1950s Vintage Metal Desk
Located in Freiburg, DE
Metal desk with dark green plastic finish.
Metal
Comfort Desk Chair
Located in Berlin, DE
very comfortable and hot exotic double function chair in interesting colors. from the Allied Headquarter in Berlin/Germany
Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair
Located in Nurnberg, DE
Very elegant and comfortable German 1950s writing desk armchair with a beautiful Silhouette. Wooden base in beechwood with brass caps in its original vintage condition. New upholst...
Leather, Wood
1960s Macassar Double Side Desk and Stool
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Macassar double side desk and stool from the 1960s, Germany. Box-shaped structure on four legs, two-doored body with one drawer, lockable, reverse side with three doors. Four keys in...
Velvet, Macassar
Egon Eiermann Midcentury Swivel Desk Chair
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Tarnowskie Gory, Sląskie
Egon Eiermann midcentury swivel desk chair, 1960s, produced by Wilde & Spieth in Germany. Teak veneered seat and backrest. Chromed steel leg. Adjustable. Seat and backrest restore...
Teak
Untitled chair by german artist Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Combination of two typical 1950's chairs. Spraypainted, painted and multi-lacquered. • Info about Markus F. Staab • born 1964 in Aschaffenburg, Germany • since 1986 active as a visu...
Steel
Unavailable
H 1.19 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in
Luxury Leather and Stainless Steel Stationary Set, Germany, 20th century
By J. A. Henckels
Located in Basel, BS
Classic Mid Century Modern Stationary Desk Set Made in Germany.
Stainless Steel
Novelty Artist Palette Clock by Palmtag, Mid-20th Century
By Jacob Palmtag
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
A novelty table or desk clock by German manufacturer Jacob Palmtag. An organically shaped piece of solid timber, resembling an artist palette, on brass feet. The slightly raised stri...
Brass
1960s Office Swivel Chair by Röder Söhne, Germany
By Röder & Söhne
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Special and rare office stool by Röder Söhne made of cast aluminum with swivel function. It has the original upholstery of brown Hopsack. Marking of the manufacturer below.
Aluminum, Steel
Optima Elite 3 Portable Typewriter, Germany
By Elite
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The Óptima Elite 3 portable typewriter, grey in colour, was produced at the VEB Optima factory in Erfurt, GDR. It was the third iteration of the Elite model after the Erfurt typewrit...
Metal
Unavailable
H 32.5 in W 23 in D 23 in
Jean Prouvé D20 Stainless Steel Leather Wicker Chairs for Tecta, Germany, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Miami, FL
Thank you for looking at my Jean Prouvé D20 stainless steel leather wicker chair that has been reproduced by Tecta who is a Furniture Company based in Germany. Beautifully made and v...
Stainless Steel
German Vintage Teddybär Mohair 50ies
By Stelton
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Teddybär mit viel Kuschelerlebnis. Mohair. Deutschland 60'ies
Mohair
Unavailable
H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Vintage Green German Mid-Century Modern Metal desk lamp with flexible shade
Located in Berlin, Germany
Vintage Green German Mid-Century Modern Metal desk lamp with flexible shade This desk lamp was produced in Germany in the 1960s.
Metal
1950s Pelikan Fountain Pen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gunther Wagner edition tortoise celluloid fountain pen made by Pelikan between 1950-1956.The shaft is marked; Gunther Wagner and the original gold nib is marked; Pelikan14-karat 585.
Unavailable
H 41.74 in W 28.35 in D 21.66 in
FK6725 chairs by Fabricius & Kastholm for Kill International, 1960s
By Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in GENDT, NL
Vintage office chair by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, Germany 1960s. Black leather upholstery with fiberglass shell and steel swivel base. Chairs are i...
Leather
Unavailable
H 5.12 in W 17.72 in D 13 in
Manual Typewriter AZERTY keyboard, by OLYMPIA, Regina de Luxe
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Manual typewriter, AZERTY keyboard, by OLYMPIA, Regina de Luxe. With a beige structure, chrome-plated metal details and black keys. The top roller, where the paper is inserted, allow...
Metal
Unavailable
H 3.15 in W 3.15 in D 4.73 in
Hedgehog Set Ashtray in Brass by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller, 1955, Set of 6
By Walter Bosse
Located in CADALSO, ES
With all the pieces rare to find
Brass
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 24.81 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Series 8000 Office Chair by Jørgen Kastholm for Kusch & Co
By Kusch+Co, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Warsaw, PL
This modern office swivel chair from the 8000 series was designed by Danish designer and professor Jørgen Kastholm for Kusch & Co in Germany in 1972. Kastholm exhibited his creations...
Aluminum
Clock in Brass and Glass, 1950s
Located in Faarevejle, DK
Clock in brass and glass, 1950s. A German watch from the 1950s with a beautiful simple design. Clear glass and brass together in a beauty.
Brass
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 22.45 in
EA 108 Swivel Chair by Charles&Ray Eames for Hermann Miller made by Vitra 1980s
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
EA 108 Swivel Chair Aluminium by Charles & Ray Eames for Hermann Miller made by Vitra 1980s
Leather
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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