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Pair Mid-Century Tub Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage style club chairs with red upholstery. Fun round saucer shape.
Please confirm location.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair. Mid Century Tub Chairs After Robsjohn Gibbings, circa 1950 - 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of midcentury, Hollywood Regency style tub, lounge chairs, in the style of Robsjohn
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Ward Bennett Green Button Tufted Swivel Tub Lounge / Armchair
By Ward Bennett
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century tub form swiveling lounge / armchair with green button tufted upholstery
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Milo Baughman Emerald Green Upholstered Swivel / Tilt Tub Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century tub form swiveling lounge / armchairs upholstered in emerald green
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Bright Red Upholstered Swivel / Tilt Tub Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century tub form swiveling lounge / armchairs upholstered in bright red fabric
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Ward Bennett Chrome and Light Purple Tufted Swivel Tub Lounge / Armchair
By Ward Bennett
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century tub-form swiveling lounge / armchair with lightly patterned purple button
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Mid Century Rosewood Tub Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, C.1950
By Milo Baughman
Located in Bernville, PA
Beautifully restored pair of mid century tub chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Solid rosewood
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Rosewood
H 27 in W 27 in D 29 in
Pair of Mid-Century Spice Colored Tub Lounge Chairs on Walnut Plinth Bases
By Interior Crafts
Located in Chicago, IL
Two beautiful and supremely comfortable mid century tub chairs by Interior Crafts, being sold as a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Rare Rattan Lattice Sculptural Tub Barrel Chairs, Set of 2
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A pair of Mid Century tub barrel chairs by JD Originals. The rattan finished frames are upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Mid-Century Swivel Tub Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern club chair on swivel base. Wild accenting pattern fabric.
Please confirm
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Tub Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern tub chair. Original 1970’s American, masterfully restored by the artisans at
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Walnut
The 'Milo' Sheep wool armchair
Located in Malton, GB
a mid century tub chair we found in France and the proportions work perfectly for any room. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Mid-Century Black Upholstered Tub Chair
Located in Queens, NY
American Art Moderne/contemporary tub chair with black upholstered low round back supported on
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair Mid Century Bamboo Tub Chairs
By Henry Olko, Tropi-cal
Located in New York, NY
Pair of architectural midcentury bamboo tub chairs, both are in very good, original condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Mid Century Rattan Wicker Tub Chair, C.1960, Italy
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Rattan Wicker Tub Chair, C.1960, Italy
In good condition, with general signs of wear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Pair of mid-20th century Scandinavian leather tub armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid-20th century scandinavian leather tub armchairs, circa 1970.
Very comfortable pair of
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Tub Chairs - Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Tub Chairs - Pair
This lounge chair measures: 32.25 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid Century Natural Pencil Reed Rattan Tub Chairs- a Pair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A pair of beautiful Mid Century pencil rattan Tub chairs. Statement indoors or outside. Great
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of Four French Mid-20th Century Black Leather Tub Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome set of four French black leather arm chairs with rounded tub backs from the mid-20th
Category
20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Rattan Loop Tub Club Chair, Woven Cane Seat
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Unusual rattan tub chair with loop motif and woven cane seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Oversized Swivel Tub Chairs Milo Baughman Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Outstanding design! Fully restored pair of large-scale swivel chairs in the style of Milo Baughman from the 1970s. These chairs are all about optimal form and function. Tailored to p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian mid-century modern Tub chairs in straw and wood, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Tub chairs in straw and wood, 1970s
Set of 4 tub chairs with round straw
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Luxurious Mid Century Faudet-Harrison Swivel Tub Chairs - Newly Upholstered Pair
By SCP
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Faudet-Harrison Designed Continuous Swivel Tub Lounges for SCP England Newly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Mohair
H 27.5 in W 31.8 in D 33.8 in
Handsome Lawrence Peabody Barrel Back Tub Chair Selig, Mid-Century Modern
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Lawrence Peabody barrel back tub chair. We love the large-scale wide flair arms with the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Chrome Tub Lounge Chairs by Flair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Tub Lounge Chairs by Flair
Designer: Flair
Manufacture: Flair
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Mid Century Modern Tub Chairs in Cheetah Print Velvet
Located in Dallas, TX
Luxurious velvet fabric in a cheetah print. This is a pair of chairs. Chairs are well constructed and very sturdy. Chairs are sculptural with a T-style back.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Dutch Mid-Century Swivel Tub Chair in Brown Leather and Fur Pad
Located in Chicago, IL
A dutch mid-century swivel tub chair in brown leather with fur pad.
Fur pad is fixed to seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fur, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Black Boucle Tub / Swivel / Lounge Chair, Faux Fur
By Milo Baughman
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Black Boucle Tub / Swivel / Lounge Chair, Faux Fur
29H x 31.75W x 34D / SH 19
Category
Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Dutch Mid-Century Swivel Tub Chair in Black Leather and Fur Pad
Located in Chicago, IL
A dutch mid-century swivel tub chair in black leather with fur pad.
Chair is a smaller sized chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fur, Leather
Mid-Century Modernist White Oak Tub Arm Chair in Blue Faux-Leather
Located in Shippensburg, PA
WORN MODERNIST WHITE-OAK TUB CHAIR
Circa mid-20th century, unmarked
Item # 306WQP27M
One of our
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Tub Dining Chairs After Plattner - Set of 4
By Warren Platner
Located in west palm beach, FL
ergonomic design, these chairs combine mid-century modern elegance with comfort. Their minimalist silhouette
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 17.5 in W 23.75 in D 27.5 in
Stylish Pair Lawrence Peabody Barrel Back Tub Chair Selig, Mid-Century Modern
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Lawrence Peabody barrel back tub chairs by Selig. Both chairs will need to be
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 30.75 in W 36 in D 33 in
Classic Tub Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a cozy, inviting tub-style silhouette, this chair is upholstered in a soft, neutral
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Caster Wheel Tub Lounge Chair
By Lenoir Chair Company, Milo Baughman
Located in Madison, WI
-dropping stylish Mid Century Modern high end Baughman style lounge club barrell chair. Note: One chair has
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Unusual Pair Henry Glass Style Barrel Back Tub Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual pair of Henry Glass style barrel back tub lounge chairs. We love the lower profile barrel
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century Rattan Tub Side Chairs by Lewittes- Pair New Uphol/refinished
By Lewittes Furniture Enterprises
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Introducing an exquisite pair of vintage mid-20th century rattan tub side chairs by Lewittes
Category
Mid-20th Century American British Colonial Side Chairs
Materials
Rattan
H 32.5 in W 22.25 in D 24.5 in
Classic Tub Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a cozy, inviting tub-style silhouette, this chair is upholstered in a soft, neutral
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Ivory Leather Tub Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
sophistication and timeless style. The curved tub silhouette provides ergonomic comfort, while the sleek iron
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Red Leather Tub Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
timeless style. The curved tub silhouette provides ergonomic comfort, while the sleek iron frame adds a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Black Leather Tub Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
timeless style. The curved tub silhouette provides ergonomic comfort, while the sleek iron frame adds a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Brown Leather Tub Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
timeless style. The curved tub silhouette provides ergonomic comfort, while the sleek iron frame adds a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Tufted Chrome Barrel Tub Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of Milo Baughman style tufted chrome barrel back lounge chairs. The fabric is the original crushed orange velvet and actually has great vintage appeal as is. Yes they are...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 27 in W 29.25 in D 31 in
Nu au Tub
By Claude Venard
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed "C. VENARD" at lower right
Overall dimensions, including the frame, are 33 3/4 x 18 1/4 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Leather Upholstered Tub Club Chair
Located in Elkton, MD
This traditional upholstered piece features a rich brown-colored leather, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship in classic leatherwork. The design is accentuated by beautiful decorativ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
English Style Caramel Leather Tub Back Armchair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Leather chair with particularly fine form with great leather having a frame fully surrounded with brass Nail-Head Trim. The wood frame with great lines and stylized Cabriolet legs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Isa Bergamo Leather & Hide Tub Chairs
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century style tub chairs in leather and hide. Accented with low brass legs. Round
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
Fluted Tub Chair c. 1940
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautifully preserved 1940s vintage tub chair features a fluted mahogany veneer back and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs Pair Tub Chairs Round mid Late 1800s Fauteuil
Located in Lewes, England
rich honey color French polish finish and with delicately curved legs, C. mid late 19th century.
The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Birch
H 32.29 in W 29.53 in D 24.02 in
Modernist Bamboo Reed Tub Chair
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish, architectural arm chair, featuring a wrap around frame of vertical reeds, attached to a bamboo frame. This example comes with the seat and back rest cushion, both show...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Reed
Curvaceous Tub Chairs by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of curvaceous tub chairs, made by Widdicomb, circa 1960s. These lounge chairs are currently
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Paul McCobb "Tub" Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Highland, IN
This uncommon design by Paul McCobb is classic mid-century modern design. With it's clean lines and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
A Set of 4 Upholstered Tub Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Set of 4 Upholstered Tub Chairs
This wonderful set has rounded backs and sturdy golden oak
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Oak
19th Century Ships Salt Beef Barrel, Oak and Brass Ships Storage Tub
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Ships Salt Beef Barrel, Oak and Brass Ships Storage Tub
A survivor from the 18th
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Folk Art Nautical Objects
Materials
Oak
Vintage Swivel Tub Chair, Italian Leather Lounge Seat, Late 20th Century, C.1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970.
Grace your lounge or reading nook with this delightful tub
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 29.14 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Nada Debs Contemporary Arabesque Wood Tub Chairs
By Nada Debs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Labels underneath, by noted Lebanese designer Nada Debs. Contemporary tub chairs with interlaced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pr. High Style Hollywood Regency Tub Chairs
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Classic pair of Art Deco, Hollywood Regency style three quarter tub chairs . The chairs feature
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Oversized Tufted Back Barrel Tub Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a beautiful tub chair, circa the 1970s. This exquisite piece stands
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Danish Modern Purple Upholstered Barrel Tub Chairs - a Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
A fantastic pair of Danish Modern Purple Upholstered Barrel Tub Chairs.
Pair vintage vinyl purple
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Tub Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of coastal charm to your space with this pair of Vintage Woven Rattan Tub Chairs. Ideal
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Tub Chairs - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace effortless coastal elegance with this stunning pair of vintage woven rattan tub chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
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Mid Century Tub For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century tub you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, wood and upholstery, every mid century tub was constructed with great care. Find 349 options for an antique or vintage mid century tub now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century tub — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century tub is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin and Leon Rosen each produced at least one beautiful mid century tub that is worth considering.
How Much is a Mid Century Tub?
A mid century tub can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,489, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $34,000.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Mid Century Tub
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
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