Mario Marenco Three seater Marechiaro sofa for Arflex
Located in New York, NY
to mid-century Italian design innovation, combining playful elegance with practical functionality
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Metal
Mario Marenco Three seater Marechiaro sofa for Arflex
Located in New York, NY
to mid-century Italian design innovation, combining playful elegance with practical functionality
Metal
Set of 6 Mogens Koch Cabinets for Rud Rasmussen, Circa 1950, Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Girona, Spain
a sophisticated example of Scandinavian modernism in today’s homes. The award-winning mid-century
Pine
“Bolla” Sofa – Attributed to Gianni Ruffi, Italy, 1970s
By Gianni Ruffi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for modern, mid-century, or avant-garde interiors, the Bolla sofa stands as an iconic expression of
Fabric
1970s Italian Space Age Tubular Floor Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, modular geometry, and a utilitarian stance. A strong statement piece for mid-century modern, space age
Steel
Lyora Teak Wood And Ethereal Fabric Two-Seater Left Modular Sofa by SNOC
Located in Geneve, CH
H 66 cm. SH: 42 cm. Materials: Teak wood and Ethereal fabric. A delicate mid-century style
Fabric, Teak
Set of 2 Space Age Candleholders made of Aluminium Jorge Pensi Design
By Jorge Pensi
Located in BARCELONA, ES
If you're seeking a unique blend of mid-century modern flair and futuristic design, this set of 2
Aluminum
$14,500
Sculptural Shelving System
Located in Round Top, TX
creates a dynamic, almost architectural composition, evoking the modular sensibilities of mid-century
Wood
Danish Modern Teak 5-Piece Entertainment / Wall Unit — 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
display in a mid-century, Scandinavian, or modern interior.
Teak
Amethyst Murano Glass Aluminum Sconce Italian Brutalist 1970s
Located in Lisboa, PT
A sculptural wall sconce, Italy, 1960s — a striking example of mid-century Italian lighting where
Aluminum
Coat Rack by Carlo Di Carli for Fiam
By Fiarm, Carlo di Carli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
shape mid-century Italian interiors. Today, his work is appreciated for its clarity, comfort, and quiet
Plastic, Bentwood
Lyora Teak Wood And Ethereal Fabric Two-Seater Modular Sofa With Table by SNOC
Located in Geneve, CH
195 x H 66 cm. SH: 42 cm. Materials: Teak wood and Ethereal fabric. A delicate mid-century style
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Boho Parsons Sectional Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
scale of late Mid-Century design, channeling the popular Parsons aesthetic with its fully upholstered
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Italian Modular Bench with Upholstered Seats, Italy ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
meticulously shaped the wood frames to fit seamlessly together. Though many mid-century Italian designers may
Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Modern Chest in Hardwood & Brass by Geraldo de Barros, 1950s, Brazil
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers made in Hardwood designed by Geraldo de
Brass
$3,824Sale Price|65% Off
Room devider Freestanding sought after shelving desk system by Staples 1960’s
By Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in Markington, GB
Impressive Mid Century design with matt black steel ladders and teak shelves. All elements are modular and
Teak
Danish Modern Oak Floating Sideboard by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Oak Floating Sideboard by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century
Oak
Danish teak room divider modular vintage library bookcase shelf-system , 1960s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Danish teak room divider vintage library bookcase Modular shelf-system , 1960s Dimensions
Metal
Monumental Omnibus Sectional Sofa Designed by Vladimir Kagan, 1970s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Hamburg, PA
would look great in any Mid-Century Modern or Contemporary home. The scale is wonderful, however, new
Upholstery, Lucite
$913Sale Price|20% Off
Wall Rack with Formica and Oak, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Madrid, ES
material driven approach characteristic of mid century Central European design. Conceived as a wall mounted
Formica, Oak
Rare Sculptural 'Poliedra' Floor Lamp by Felice Ragazzo for Guzzini Italy 1970s
By Felice Ragazzo, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Munich, DE
Sculptural Mid Century Modern 'Poliedra' floor lamp. The floor lamp consists of four modular
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Wall-Mounted Sideboards by Antoine Philippon & Jacqueline Lecoq, 1958
Located in Echt, NL
highly desirable Mid-Century Modern wall-mounted sideboards / credenzas, designed by Antoine Philipponand
Metal, Chrome
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
de Arte in the 1950s, this bar cart exemplifies the structural clarity and material confidence of mid
Glass, Hardwood
$2,450 / set
Vintage Hale Barrister Bookcases - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
craftsmanship and Mid-Century Modern minimalism. Perfect for small-space living or as a sophisticated addition
Metal
Carlo Bartoli Sofa in Cognac Leather for Rossi Di Albizzate
By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century Italian sofa in cognac leather by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate. Matching
Leather
Guglielmo Ulrich Sideboard for S.A.F.F.A. Milano, 1960s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
in 1950, this mid-century sideboard reflects a shift from his earlier neoclassical style toward
Wood
Guglielmo Ulrich Sideboard for S.A.F.F.A. Milano, 1960s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
in 1950, this mid-century sideboard reflects a shift from his earlier neoclassical style toward
Wood
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Plastic by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
outstanding examples of mid-century Scandinavian modernism, combining architectural rhythm with luminous
Brass
Triple Pendant Light by Reggiani, Italy, 1960s
By Reggiani
Located in Voorburg, NL
Triple Pendant Light by Reggiani, Italy, 1960s An exceptional example of Italian mid-century
Steel, Stainless Steel
1970s Modular Corner Cabinet in Cherrywood with Glass and Carved Doors - "Fox Hu
Located in Manzano, IT
this elegant modular cabinet set—perfect for showcasing your treasures with mid-century flair.
Glass, Cherry
$2,753Sale Price|44% Off
1960s Pilastro Tomado Three-Section Wall Unit with Desk – by Tjerk Reijenga
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Markington, GB
example of Dutch mid-century modular design — practical, flexible, and highly collectible. Please contact
Metal
$1,450 / set
Vintage Boho Bent Rattan - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
adaptable nature and timeless appeal make it a perfect fit for Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian, and Coastal
Rattan, Glass
1920s Red English Renaissance Nailhead Swivel Stools Chair, Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970d with this exquisite modular, camel
Upholstery, Wood
MCM Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Calvin Credenza Sideboard Leather Brass Walnut
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Portland, OR
An original & iconic Mid-Century Modern credenza / wall unit model # C8506, designed by Paul Mc
Brass
Marcel Breuer Wassily B3 Leather Armchairs, Fasem 1983 Edition
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Paris, FR
Paolozzi Herman Miller Minvielle Minimalist Brutalism 1950s 1960s 1970s Mid Century 1930s Architecture
Steel
Vintage Kai Kristiansen's FM Reolsystem Shelving System in Rosewood 1960s
Located in Emeryville, CA
Kristiansen, is a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. Crafted from richly grained rosewood, the
Rosewood
Gerrit Rietveld “R25” Sleeping Sofa for Metz & Co, Netherlands, 1935 (Design)
By Gerrit Rietveld, Metz & Co.
Located in Dronten, NL
Red Blue Chair, the R25 reflects a more refined, industrial sensibility—a precursor to mid-century
Spruce
$6,746Sale Price / set|25% Off
7-Piece John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Modular Sofa Group
By John and Elinor McGuire, Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Chattanooga, TN
collection, first introduced in 1954. Poised at the intersection of Eastern sensibility and mid-century
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan, Laminate
Carlo Bartoli Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather for Rossi Di Albizzate
By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century armchair by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy 1970s. Original leather
Leather
Vintage Kai Kristiansen's FM Reolsystem Shelving System w/ Desk in Rosewood 1960
Located in Emeryville, CA
Kristiansen, is a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. Crafted from richly grained rosewood, the
Rosewood
Italian Vintage Travertine Elephant Family Miniatures in the style of Enzo Mari
By Enzo Mari, Fratelli Manelli
Located in Roma, IT
A mid-century miniature sculpture set depicting a family of elephants. This miniature set made in
Travertine
Danish Vintage Reol Shelve Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for Fm Møbler, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Breda, Netherlands
mid-century design, without trying too hard. Crafted with the precision and restraint that define
Rosewood
Pair of Vintage Architectural Bronze Diamond-Pattern Rain Chains/Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
popular in the Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern eras. Imagine these hanging in a sunroom, library, or
Bronze
$1,803 / item
Vintage Red Velvet Sectional Sofa, 1970s
Located in Manzano, IT
comfort. Key Features: 1970s Mid-Century Design: A timeless vintage piece with an inviting, curved
Iron
$3,196Sale Price|20% Off
Tension Pole Free Standing Emerald Gold Aluminum Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Omnibus Design
Located in Chattanooga, TN
mid-century innovation. The shelving unit is supported by slender, spring-loaded tension poles
Aluminum, Metal
$3,129Sale Price|40% Off
Large Retro 1950's Vintage String Metal Framed Desk Cupboard Drawers Wall System
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Markington, GB
for both modern and mid-century interiors. The unit remains in good vintage condition. The cupboard
Metal
$2,400
Olivetti Desk 1960's
By Olivetti
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
-century modern sensibility, while clever features and modular components emphasize practicality and
Metal
Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 6 bay L-shaped shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage
Teak
Vico Magistretti "Omega" Wall Light for Artemide, 1962
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
globe. This design creates a soft yet striking illumination, becoming a key element of mid-century
Metal
Vico Magistretti "Omega" Wall Lights for Artemide, 1962, Set of 2
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
inner opaline globe. This design creates a soft yet striking illumination, becoming a key element of mid
Metal
Important Vladimir Kagan Rosewood Brass Dresser, Desk Unit, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
furniture design is incredibly significant. His work helped define the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, and his
Brass
Mathieu Matégot 'Démon' 5-Shelf System for Gubi in Oak
By Gubi, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Glendale, CA
books and objects. A legend of mid-century design, French-Hungarian Mathieu Matégot studied fine arts
Metal
$4,809 / item
Feal bookcases
Located in Milano, IT
, and historical significance within mid-century Italian furniture production.
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
1970s Modernist Orange Ceramic Teapot by Liisi Beckmann for Gabbianelli
By Gabbianelli, Liisi Meronen Beckmann
Located in Aci Castello, IT
both functional and visually iconic. This teapot is highly sought after by collectors of mid-century
Ceramic
$3,450 / set
Vintage Custom Two Part Long Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking two-piece modular credenza is a masterclass in mid-century minimalist design
Metal
Giancarlo Piretti Green "Alky" Italian Armchairs by Anonima Castelli
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic mid-century green fabric "Alky" armchairs, designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by
Aluminum
Leather 5-Seater Sofa "Fiandra" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970, Italy
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in The Hague, NL
/ mid-century contemporary Condition: Excellent; leather well-maintained A statement of refined
Leather
$1,596Sale Price / set|20% Off
Percival Lafer Smoked Glass Top Brazilian Modern Rosewood End Tables
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
mid-century sensibility, this Percival Lafer occasional table commands attention from every vantage
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
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.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
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You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.