'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Curve module Measures: W. 125 cm / D. 96 cm / H. 70 cm / Seat Height 42 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules t...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Curve module Measures: W. 125 cm / D. 96 cm / H. 70 cm / Seat Height 42 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules t...
Foam
$4,228 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 2 (1x medium, 1x ottoman classic): L 170cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble d...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Large Module, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L 120cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create y...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 2 (1x medium, 1x ottoman classic): L170cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modul...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Corner Module, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L 110cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create y...
Foam
$10,901 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 4 (1x large, 1x corner, 1x medium, 2x armrest): L 230-190cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Seating H 42cm Modula...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Large Module, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L120cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your ...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Large Module, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L 120cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create y...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L60cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your c...
Foam
$10,901 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 4 (1x large, 1x corner, 1x medium, 2x armrest): L 230-190cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Seating H 42cm Modula...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Medium Module, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L80cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your c...
Foam
$10,901 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 4 (1x large,1x corner, 1x medium, 2x armrest): L 230-190cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Seating H 42cm Modular...
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Medium Module, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L80cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your c...
Foam
14 Piece Cubed Modular Curved Pit Sofa Circa 1980s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Steelcase
Located in Bensalem, PA
Truly amazing modular sofa you will not find another one like it circa 1980s can be arranged in numerous settings. Feel free to reach out with any questions. corner pieces are 32 inc...
Upholstery
$20,465 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 5 (1x small,1x medium,1x large, 1x corner, 2x ottoman, 2x ottoman classic, 3x armrest): L230-280cm & 220cm / P96...
Foam
Thirteen Element Modular Curved Sofa in Patterned Fabric, France, 1960s
By B&B Italia
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
J.A.D.A Galerie presents: This modular seating set was made in France in the 1960s, in the years when manufacturers replaced the fixed sofa with a run of identical elements that the...
Fabric
Modular Abstract Iron Sculpture by Torsten Johansson, Denmark, 1960s
By Torsten Johansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This iron sculpture was designed in Denmark during the 1960s by Torsten Johansson and reflects his distinctive approach to structure and modular composition. Built from intersecting ...
Iron
$2,246Sale Price / set|25% Off
Industrial Rustic Pair Modular Stacking Barrister Bookcase by Globe-Wernicke
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Topeka, KS
We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Early to Mid-20th Century. STACKS & STACKS of MODULAR MAGNIFICENCE!!!!!
Metal
Nuvolone Modular Sofa by Rino Maturi for Mimo Padova 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in VENLO, NL
The Nuvolone modular lounge sofa, designed by Rino Maturi for Mimo Padova in the 1970s, is an iconic example of Italian design where modernism meets space-age influences. The name ‘N...
Fabric, Foam
Elio Monesi Modular Wall Unit and Credenza, Italy, 1950s
By Elio Monesi
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique wall unit with matching credenza designed by Elio Monesi (1927–1994), created for his private home in Milan. The system is composed of two rosewood wall panels and three wenge...
Rosewood, Wenge
Modular De Sede Sofa DS-12 in Cognac Leather, 70s
By De Sede
Located in Osnabrück, NDS
Modular De Sede sofa from the 70s. Model DS-12, Switzerland. Covered in the original brown/cognac buffalo leather with a great patina. The modules are held together with screws and t...
Leather
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L60cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your c...
Foam, Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 3 (2x large,1x small, 2x armrest): L300cm / P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modu...
Foam, Wool
$9,792 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 3 (2x large,1x small, 2x armrest): L 300cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Seating H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble ...
Foam, Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 2 (1x medium, 1x ottoman classic): Measures: L170cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble diffe...
Foam, Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L60cm / P96cm / H70cm / Assise H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your c...
Foam, Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Medium Module, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L 80cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create yo...
Foam, Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Corner Module, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L 110cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create y...
Foam, Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Green
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 3 (2x large, 1x small, 2x armrest): L 300cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Seating H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble...
Foam, Wool
Malu Modular Sofa by Diego Mattu for 1P Italy 1970s
Located in VENLO, NL
Rare Malu modular three-seater sofa, designed by Diego Mattu for 1P Italy. This rare 1970s design stands out for its soft, rounded forms and deep seat, fully upholstered in deep blue...
Fabric, Fiberglass
Modular Sofa Attributed to Adriano Piazzesi Original 1970s Brown Velvet
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Palermo, PA
Modular Sofa Attributed to Adriano Piazzesi in Original 1970s Brown Velvet fabric. This striking modular sofa, attributed to Italian designer Adriano Piazzesi is a true statement p...
Steel
$20,465 / item
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Grey
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Setup 5 (1x small,1x medium,1x large, 1x corner, 2x ottoman, 2x ottoman classic, 3x armrest): L230-280cm & 220cm / P96...
Foam, Wool
Modular Bookcase by Carlo De Carli for Fiarm, Italy, 1960s
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
Elegant modular bookcase designed by Carlo De Carli for Fiarm, Italy, during the 1960s. This refined system is composed of softly rounded rectangular modules in white lacquered wood,...
Bentwood
Modular Colorful Wall Shelf Set by Drentea, 1960s, Netherlands
By Drentea
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Modular Colorful Wall Shelf Set by Drentea, 1960s, Netherlands No damage, no crack. Wear consistent with age and use. Measurements: Height: 80 cm Width: 134 cm Depth: 20 cm 1 Shel...
Metal
Antiqued White Bronze Coffee Table, Modular Side Table Set
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
A hand-crafted Antiqued White Bronze-clad coffee table composed of two matching L-shaped elements that slide together to form a square. The interlocking arrangement creates a puzzle-...
Silver, Sheet Metal
Modular Cube Seating "Sistema 61" by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 5 'Sistema 61" modular cube seats upholstered in original blue fabric designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli. Designer: Giancarlo Piretti Manufacturer: Anonima C...
Fabric, Plastic
$2,038Sale Price / item|53% Off
Modular Vintage Armchairs by Mario Bellini, Suede, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of two vintage-design modular armchairs. From our photos, we can see that they can be used individually as armchairs or combined to form a two-seater sofa. The beautifully crafte...
Suede
Scandinavian Modular Leather and Canvas Sofa by Overman
By Overman
Located in Karlstad, SE
Very rare sofa, model 008 by Overman, Tranås, Sweden 1970s. This sofa consists of six pieces, made of molded fiberglass, and upholstered in canvas and cognac-colored leather. The fi...
Leather, Canvas, Fiberglass
1980s Modular Ganging ELYSÉE Sofa Unit Sectional by Steelcase
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman, Steelcase
Located in Bensalem, PA
Great six piece Steelcase modular sectional sofa
Upholstery
Hollywood Regency Smoked Glass Coffee Table – Modular Brass Construction
Located in Dronten, NL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly distinctive coffee table that embodies the glamour and architectural wit of Hollywood Regency design. Crafted with polished brass clamps...
Brass
$1,755Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Modular Three Seater Sofa by TON, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly reupholstered - The beech wooden frames has been refurbished - Hight of seat 36cm.
Fabric, Beech
Modular Sofa by Rossi di Albizzate, Beige Leather, Italy, 1970s Design
By Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Iconic modular sofa by Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1970s. This sculptural seating system is defined by its soft, organic forms and deep, lounge-like comfort, characteristic of Italian...
Leather
Luciano Bertoncini Gronda Modular Mirror Coat Rack for Elco, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Large modular “Gronda” mirror and coat rack system, designed by Luciano Bertoncini for Elco, Italy, in the 1970s. This impressive composition consists of eight vertical modules: two...
Mirror
Friso Kramer Modular Shelving System for De Bijenkorf, Asmeta, 1953
By Asmeta, Friso Kramer
Located in Beerse, VAN
Designed by Friso Kramer in 1953, this modular shelving system was manufactured by Asmeta Holland. It was created for the Dutch department store De Bijenkorf, one of the Netherlands’...
Metal
Ennio Chiggio “Environ” Modular Sofa for Nikol International, 1969
By Ennio Chiggio
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ennio Chiggio “Environ” modular sofa for Nikol International, 1969 The Ennio Chiggio "Environ" sofa for Nikol International, designed in the 1960s, is a rare and exquisite piece of ...
Fabric, Foam, Chenille
1970s Modular Plastic Cabinets by Anna Castelli for Kartell
By Kartell
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original pair of cylindrical cabinets by Anna Castelli for Kartell, modular with vertical overlap was designed for every room. A true pieces of italian design. The items are in...
Plastic
Dreipunkt International Vintage Modular Velvet redbrown Sectional Sofa 70ties
By Dreipunkt International
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Vintage Modular Sofa consisting of 6 pieces. Manufactured by Dreipunkt International in the 1970s. Beautiful red-brown velour cord fabric. Can be used individually or arranged as a ...
Fabric, Cord, Plastic, Beech
$3,015Sale Price|51% Off
Modular French Wall Furniture Orange Made in the 60s
Located in Oirlo, LI
This is a French wall system orange in color and made of multiplex wood. The freestanding flexible modular shelving system is built in plywood, reminiscent of the great French des...
Wood
1970s Kartell Beylerian Componibili Modular Cabinet, Anna Castelli, Red, Signed
By Kartell, Beylerian LTD, Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in New York, NY
1970s Kartell Beylerian Componibili Modular Cabinet, Anna Castelli, Red, Signed. 1970s modular cabinet designed by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell as part of the company’s pioneer...
Plastic
Elsa Modular Sofa III Nobilis Natura Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Elsa Modular Sofa III is a profound tribute to the surrealist legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli. Designed as a sophisticated play on overlapping volumes, the piece translates the iconi...
Jacquard
Elsa Modular Sofa II Nobilis Natura Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Elsa Modular Sofa II is a profound tribute to the surrealist legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli. Designed as a sophisticated play on overlapping volumes, the piece translates the iconic...
Jacquard
Roberto Matta for Gavina “Malitte” Modular Seating System
By Gavina, Roberto Matta
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Included in the permanent collection of MoMA, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City: "Malitte is a seating system, an ever-changing composition of five polyurethane blocks covere...
Textile, Foam
Elsa Modular Sofa I Nobilis Natura Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Elsa Modular Sofa I is a profound tribute to the surrealist legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli. Designed as a sophisticated play on overlapping volumes, the piece translates the iconic ...
Jacquard
Elsa Modular Armchair I Nobilis Natura Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Elsa Modular Sofa is a profound tribute to the surrealist legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli. Designed as a sophisticated play on overlapping volumes, the piece translates the iconic pa...
Velvet
A Modular Table by Pierre Guariche for la Plagne, circa 1968
By Pierre Guariche
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Crafted by the visionary Pierre Guariche, this versatile table seamlessly transforms into a coffee table, a desk, or even a dining table to suit your needs. Meticulously constructed...
Plywood
$33,572 / item
Piero Lissoni Mex-Hi Outdoor Sofa Modular For Cassina
By Piero Lissoni
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Piero Lissoni Mex-Hi Outdoor Sofa Modular For Cassina Mex-Hi is the sofa by Piero Lissoni to compose like a painting, thanks to the variety of modular pieces available. The system...
Steel
$1,523 / item
Pin Modular Shelf System Wooden 120 cm by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Pin Modular Shelf System Wooden 120 cm by Hermhaus offers a refined and versatile storage solution defined by its vertical supports and horizontal surfaces. Designed with a modul...
Wood
$17,129 / item
Piero Lissoni Mex-Hi Outdoor Sofa Modular For Cassina
By Piero Lissoni
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Piero Lissoni Mex-Hi Outdoor Sofa Modular For Cassina Mex-Hi is the sofa by Piero Lissoni to compose like a painting, thanks to the variety of modular pieces available. The system...
Steel
(1) Original Don Chadwick for Herman Miller modular chairs (2 available)
Located in Pasadena, TX
An Original Don Chadwick for Herman Miller Chadwick Modular Seating Comprising Modular Seating Chairs In Original Blue Wool Upholstery Designed 1970's United States Each section can...
Fabric
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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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.
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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.