What is midcentury modern?

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.

What is modern style furniture?

Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Metal

Mid-Century Style Benches

H 18 in W 30 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Style Rattan Ribbon Chair

Located in Belmont, MA

Mid-Century style rattan ribbon chair with iron legs.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Mid-Century Style Rattan Ribbon Chair

H 32 in W 27 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Style Italian Stools

Located in Austin, TX

Pair of stools in the mid-century style from Italy. The stools are circular in design with curved

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Fabric

Mid-Century Style Italian Stools

H 15.5 in Dm 18 in

Mid Century Style End Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid Century Style end table with eucalyptus veneers, a chamfered base with brass details in our

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Style End Table

H 24 in W 24 in D 24 in

Mid Century Style White Dresser

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid Century style white dresser, with six drawers, beveled trim, hand cast polished brass hardware

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Mid Century Style White Dresser

H 34 in W 68 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Style Paloma Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Mid-Century style whitewashed finish slatted back chair with linen upholstered seat. It includes

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Style Paloma Chair

H 31 in W 25 in D 26 in

Mid-Century Style Whitewash Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Mid-Century style whitewashed finish cane back chair with linen upholstered seat accented with

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Style Whitewash Chair

H 32 in W 25 in D 32 in

Mid Century Style Accent Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid Century Style accent table, a beautifully crafted and delicately fumed eucalyptus table with a

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Mid Century Style Accent Table

H 23 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Mid-Century Style Burl Dresser

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid-century style burl dresser with four drawers each with polished brass turned knobs with a hand

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

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Brass

Mid-Century Style Burl Dresser

H 34 in W 40 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Style Leather Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mid-century style tufted leather armchair upholstered in light harness brown leather with splayed

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Style Leather Armchair

H 38 in W 32 in D 38 in

Mid-Century Style Velvet Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mid-century style velvet armchair with navy blue velvet upholstery, with a diamond-quilted

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet

Mid-Century Style Velvet Armchair

H 37 in W 32 in D 31 in

Mid-Century Style Leather Sofa

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mid-century style leather sofa with a distressed oak base. This contemporary sofa is upholstered

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Mid-Century Style Leather Sofa

H 31 in W 77 in D 30 in

Newly Upholstered Contemporary Mid Century Style Armchair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid century style armchair. Reupholstered in Donghia fabric ( Discontinued).

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Newly Upholstered Contemporary Mid Century Style Armchair

H 31.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.25 in

Mid Century Style X Frame Stool

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid Century style X frame stool with a boxed upholstered seat cushion and a verdigris bronze finish

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal

Mid Century Style X Frame Stool

H 17 in W 24 in D 18.5 in

Mid Century Style Painted Cocktail Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Mid Century style black lacquered and faux horn painted cocktail table, the rectangular glass

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Wood

Mid Century Style Painted Cocktail Table

H 18 in W 54 in D 34 in

William Mid-Century Style Cocktail Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

The Mid-Century style William Cocktail Table is a beautifully crafted piece with brass handles on

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

William Mid-Century Style Cocktail Table

H 20.5 in W 71 in D 21 in

Mid Century Style Upholstered Dining Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mid century style upholstered square back dining chair in our Ossian finish, with a panel

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...

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Wood

Mid Century Style Upholstered Dining Chair

H 40 in W 22 in D 26 in

Italian Mid-Century Style Black Lacquered Desk

By Aldo Tura

Located in New York, NY

Italian Mid-Century style black lacquered desk with brass trimmed edge and 4 drawers supported on 2

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Style Black Lacquered Desk

H 30 in W 72.5 in D 36 in

Pair of Mid-Century Style Italian Armchairs

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Italian mid-century style contemporary armchairs. With a gorgeous beech frame and light grey

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21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Style Italian Armchairs

H 31.89 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in

Continental Mid-Century Style Tufted Leather Armchair

Located in New York, NY

Scandinavian Mid-Century style bentwood armchair featuring curved arms and a brown leather button

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood, Leather

Continental Mid-Century Style Tufted Leather Armchair

H 34.5 in W 25 in D 30 in

Pair of Mid-Century Style Burl Dressers

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid-century style burl dressers with four drawers each with polished brass turned knobs with a hand

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Style Burl Dressers

H 34 in W 40 in D 19 in

Mid Century Style Boxed Frame Leather Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid Century Style leather armchair with a vintage brown top-grain channeled leather backrest and

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mid Century Style Boxed Frame Leather Armchair

H 33 in W 24 in D 30 in

Contemporary Mid-Century-Style Walnut U-Back Dining Armchair

Located in New York, NY

12 Contemporary Mid-Century-style "Aja" dining armchairs with walnut frames, U-shaped backs with

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood, Walnut

Contemporary Mid-Century-Style Walnut U-Back Dining Armchair

H 27.25 in W 23.5 in D 20 in

Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs Mid Century Style

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Curvaceous Italian Mid Century Style Lounge Chairs, in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs Mid Century Style

H 34 in W 38.5 in D 35 in

Mid Century Style Bronzed Ebony Bar Cabinet

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mid-century-style bronzed ebony bar cabinet with a Koris Coffee Stone top outlined with a pierced

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Metal

Mid Century Style Bronzed Ebony Bar Cabinet

H 36 in W 49.5 in D 17 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Round Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive four inch reclaimed teak wood single slab coffee table. Floating on mid century style

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Round Coffee Table

H 15 in Dm 28 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Style Organic Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

century style cone legs and finished with a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Organic with a

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Style Organic Coffee Table

H 15 in Dm 34 in

Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

finish and the sides left raw. Floating on mid century style cone shaped legs. Organic with a twist

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2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Amorphous Mid Century Style Coffee Table

H 16 in Dm 50 in

Pair of Mid-Century Style Painted Dressers

Located in Westwood, NJ

Introducing our gorgeous Mid-Century style painted dresser, a chest that will bring a touch of

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Style Painted Dressers

H 34 in W 40 in D 19 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Round Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive three inch reclaimed teak wood single slab coffee table. Floating on mid century style

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Round Coffee Table

H 15 in Dm 27.5 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Teak Wood Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

in the wood. Floating on mid century style legs. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Teak Wood Side Table

H 22 in Dm 26 in

Mid Century Style Chandelier in Brass and Black and White Lacquer

Located in Berlin, DE

Mid Century Style Chandelier in Brass and Black and White Lacquer

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Mid Century Style Chandelier in Brass and Black and White Lacquer

H 42 in Dm 40 in

Pair of Mid Century Style D Form Nightstands

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid century style D form nightstand, constructed of American walnut with a transparent, hand-rubbed

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of Mid Century Style D Form Nightstands

H 29.75 in W 32.88 in D 19.38 in

Unusual Pair of Mid Century Style Modern Arm Chairs

By Hastening Designs

Located in Middleburg, VA

Unusual Pair of Mid Century Style Modern Arm Chairs. Styled after a 1960’s Danish design called the

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Linen, Ash

Unusual Pair of Mid Century Style Modern Arm Chairs

H 26 in W 37 in D 30 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive 5" slab live edge teak wood coffee table. This beautiful shape is set on mid century

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Coffee Table

H 16 in W 36 in D 35 in

Andrianna Shamaris Organic Mid Century Style Teak Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Reclaimed single slab teak coffee table with a natural oil finish. Floating on mid century style

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Organic Mid Century Style Teak Wood Coffee Table

H 15 in W 38 in D 32 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Style Organic Teak Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Single slab reclaimed teak, coffee or side table with a natural oil finish. Floating on mid century

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cockta...

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Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Style Organic Teak Wood Coffee Table

H 16 in Dm 28 in

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in New York, NY

Custom integrated leg mohair midcentury style bench, in rich dark charcoal mohair, with buttons

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Chrome

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench

H 18 in W 48 in D 18 in

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in New York, NY

Custom made with integrated legs into the body of the mohair midcentury style bench. Upholstered in

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Nickel

Mid Century Style Mohair Bench

H 18 in W 48 in D 18 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Style Single Slab Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive three inch single slab live edge teak wood coffee table set on minimalist mid century

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid-Century Style Single Slab Coffee Table

H 16 in W 38 in D 33 in

German colorful Mid-Century style Plant Stand

Located in BARCELONA, ES

This Plant Stand is a piece that exudes the timeless charm of Mid-Century style. Featuring a

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Wood

German colorful Mid-Century style Plant Stand

H 37.8 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

wood, this stunning piece floats on mid-century style conical legs. Organic with a twist. Finished with

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Coffee Table

H 15 in W 60 in D 33 in

Striking Pair of Mid-Century style Night Stands or Side Tables

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Mid Century style night stands or side tables with "Septaria" Marble imitation glass and

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Art Glass

Striking Pair of Mid-Century style Night Stands or Side Tables

H 21.66 in W 21.66 in D 13.78 in

1930s Mid-Century Style Ceiling Fixture. 2+ available

By Lightolier

Located in Prescott, US

Mid-Century style 5 light vintage fixture. Original burgundy color repainted on arms and riser to

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

1930s Mid-Century Style Ceiling Fixture. 2+ available

H 27 in Dm 20 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Teak Wood Round Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive four inch reclaimed teak wood single slab coffee table. Floating on mid century style

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Teak Wood Round Coffee Table

H 15 in Dm 28 in

Custom Mid-Century Style Black & White Metal Chandelier by Adesso Imports

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom Mid-Century style brass frame chandelier with two levels of black & white metal perforated

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Custom Mid-Century Style Black & White Metal Chandelier by Adesso Imports

H 33.5 in Dm 65 in

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Top with Mid Century Style Base

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

A mix of the old with the new. We added a mid century style base to this century old original

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Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Top with Mid Century Style Base

H 15 in W 33 in D 28 in

Striking Pair of Mid-Century style Night Stands or Side Tables

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Mid Century style night stands or side tables with "Septaria" Marble imitation glass and

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Art Glass

Striking Pair of Mid-Century style Night Stands or Side Tables

H 21.66 in W 21.66 in D 13.78 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Reclaimed Teak Wood Oval Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

produce a minimalist mid century style coffee table. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Reclaimed Teak Wood Oval Coffee Table

H 16 in W 56 in D 38 in

Natural Rattan Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made

Located in Oxford, GB

This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by

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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Rattan

Natural Rattan Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made

H 2.76 in Dm 15.75 in

Contemporary, Swedish Mid-Century Style, Tripod Stools, Black Sheepskin

By Philip Arctander

Located in Stamford, CT

Contemporary, Swedish Mid-Century Style, Tripod Stools, Black Sheepskin Contemporary organic form

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Wood, Sheepskin

Contemporary, Swedish Mid-Century Style, Tripod Stools, Black Sheepskin

H 17 in Dm 16 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Teak Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive 4" slab live edge teak wood coffee table. This beautiful shape is set on mid century

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Teak Wood Coffee Table

H 16 in W 43 in D 28 in

Italian 1980s Mid Century Style Black Lacquer and Brass Desk with Two Drawers

Located in London, GB

An Italian 1980s mid century style black lacquer and brass desk with two drawers with brass handles.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Italian 1980s Mid Century Style Black Lacquer and Brass Desk with Two Drawers

H 31.89 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in

Natural Bamboo Mid-Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made

Located in Oxford, GB

This is a high-quality natural rattan and bamboo mid-century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by

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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Bamboo

Natural Bamboo Mid-Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made

H 2.76 in Dm 15.75 in

Organic Bamboo Mid Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made

Located in Oxford, GB

This is a High-quality natural rattan and bamboo mid century style starburst clock hand crafted by

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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Bamboo

Organic Bamboo Mid Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made

H 2.76 in Dm 15.75 in

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Teak Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

wood, this stunning piece floats on mid-century style conical legs. Organic with a twist. Finished with

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Live Edge Teak Wood Coffee Table

H 14 in W 25 in D 54.5 in

Pair of Custom Brass and Black Metal Mid-Century Style Sconces by Adesso Imports

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of custom brass and black metal mid-century style sconces by Adesso Imports. Can be done in

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Custom Brass and Black Metal Mid-Century Style Sconces by Adesso Imports

H 9.5 in W 8 in D 11 in

Custom Black & White Metal Mid Century Style Arch Floor Lamp By Adesso Imports

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom mid century style floor lamp in white and black metal with arching shade and black marble

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Custom Black & White Metal Mid Century Style Arch Floor Lamp By Adesso Imports

H 58.25 in W 25 in D 10 in

Pair of French Mid-Century Style Solid Brass Modern Neoclassical Wall Sconces

By Jules Leleu

Located in New York, NY

Two elegant pairs of French Art Deco / Mid-Century Style solid brass wall lights in the style of

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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Pair of French Mid-Century Style Solid Brass Modern Neoclassical Wall Sconces

H 15 in W 14 in D 5 in

Curve Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Green Rug by Giulio Brambilla

By Giulio Brambilla

Located in Legnano, IT

The striking and remarkable maze pattern that marks this mid-century style rug was masterfully

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Curve Hand-Tufted Mid-Century Style Green Rug by Giulio Brambilla

W 78.75 in L 118.12 in

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Midcentury Modern Style For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic midcentury modern style available at 1stDibs. A midcentury modern style — often made from metal, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a midcentury modern style, we have 19025 options in-stock, while there are 1023 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury modern style, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A midcentury modern style made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made midcentury modern style has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Berber Tribes of Morocco, Lane Furniture and Modshop are consistently popular.

How Much is a Midcentury Modern Style?

The average selling price for a midcentury modern style at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $425,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Midcentury Modern Style

What is midcentury modern?
1 Answer
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.
What is modern style furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.

The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Iconic Furniture Makes This 1958 Midwestern Home a True Mid-Century Gem

Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?

Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

Welcome Back to Designer Russel Wright’s Mid-Century Hudson Valley Home

The industrial designer was known for his sleek, modern dinnerware, but his 1961 house and the landscape around it may be his most astonishing creation.

Cara Greenberg Wrote the Book on Mid-Century Modern Furniture. Here Are Her Auction Finds

The author and design expert was among the first to define the style and coined its alliterative name. She shares her favorite pieces on 1stDibs Auctions — including some steals.

Jochum Rodgers Has Long Brought the Best of 20th-Century Design to Berlin and Beyond

Opened by Hans-Peter Jochum some 40 years ago, the pioneering gallery specializes in mid-century gems but also spotlights contemporary pieces by European artists and makers.

A Guide to Herman Miller’s Most Iconic Furniture

The prolific manufacturer has partnered with many of the world’s top designers since opening its doors in 1923. Here are some of the company’s greatest hits, which helped transform the American home and office.