Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina
By Franco Albini
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina Designed between 1956 and
Wood
$1,305 / item
Pin Modular Shelf System Red 90 cm by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Pin Modular Shelf System Red 90 cm by Hermhaus combines style, functionality, and flexibility
Wood
$3,129Sale Price|51% Off
Modular French Wall Furniture Orange Made in the 60s
Located in Oirlo, LI
modular shelving system a 20th century aesthetic. There are 8 elements with 3 separate side walls and
Wood
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
Plastic
$1,378 / item
Pin Modular Shelf System Red 120 cm by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Pin Modular Shelf System Red 120 cm by Hermhaus offers a bold and contemporary storage solution
Wood
$1,523 / item
Pin Modular Shelf System Wooden 90 cm by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Pin Modular Shelf System Wooden 90 cm by Hermhaus offers a refined and flexible storage
Wood
$34,843 / 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
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
Wood
$17,777 / 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
Steel
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
Set of Modular Armchairs in Mustard Wool Upholstery, Italy, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
This set of three modular armchairs was produced in Italy in the 1970s and is upholstered in
Wool, Foam, Wood
Outdoor Ottoman 'Studio' by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Classic, Whisper
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
/ D 90 CM / H 47 CM Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition Outdoor
Wool
Outdoor Ottoman 'Studio' by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Classic, Coconut
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
/ D 90 CM / H 47 CM Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition Outdoor
Wool
Modular Sum Corner Sofa by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen
By Normann Copenhagen
Located in Izegem, VWV
and is created in 2018 by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen. This 4 piece modular sofa in grey
Wool
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Ottoman Classic, White
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
/ D 90 CM / H 42 CM Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition Wide range
Wool
Vintage Florence Knoll modular leather sectional with Modernica tags
By Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Five-piece vintage Florence Knoll white leather sectional / living room set with Modernica tags. 1990s. Leather is in strong and supple with some signs of use and marks. Metal is ha...
Metal, Steel
Modular Seating Group with five Lounge Chairs, Italy 1950s
Located in Greding, DE
Modular seating group with five lounge chairs and three tables made of wood. The combination can be
Wood
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase "Infinito" for Cassina, Italy, new
By Franco Albini, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the color, size and material. Modular Bookcase designed by Franco Albini
Wood
Rare Paul McCobb modular cabinet , aluminum ring pulls / iron base
By Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Paul McCobb modular cabinet on rare iron base, aluminum ring pulls..solid maple
Aluminum, Iron
Brazilian Modern Credenza “Modular” in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the 1960s by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L’Atelier, this Modular credenza
Metal
Italian Modular FerroTipi Bookcase Room Divider, G. Malacrida & P. Resmini
By Malacrida and Co.
Located in Milano, IT
This rare modular bookcase belongs to the FerroTipi series (1968), an experimental body of
Metal, Iron
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
/ D. 96 cm / H. 73 cm / Seat Height 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Corner Module, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
96cm / H 73 cm / Assise H 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
. 96cm / H. 70cm / Assise H. 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Large Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
96cm / H 73 cm / Assise H. 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
. 96cm / H. 70cm / Assise H. 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Foam
Dreipunkt International Vintage Sling Modular Cognac Leather Sectional Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the 70ties is manufactured in germany by
Leather, Canvas, Oak
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
/ P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
, 1x ottoman classic): L 170cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different
Foam
'Studio' Sofa Outdoor by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Coconut
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
, 1x ottoman classic): L 170cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
, 2x armrest): L300cm / P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 5, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
/ P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
, 2x armrest): L300cm / P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to
Foam
De Sede DS-88 Modular Patchwork Leather Sectional Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A DS-88 modular patchwork leather sectional sofa by De Sede, handcrafted in Switzerland in the
Leather
$39,136Sale Price|25% Off
Ilmari Tapiovaara Modular Bookshelf "Pala" In Teak, Asko 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
perfect example of a mid 20-th century bookshelf design from the 1950-1960s. It is in teak veneer with a
Teak
$4,476Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Brazilian Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer, Modular Design, Brown
By Percival Lafer
Located in High Point, NC
to modern furniture. Upholstered in rich brown leather, the sofa features a modular design with
Leather
Pair of Italian-Design Space Age Modular Sconces, c. 1970
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
ensuring a glare-free experience. Versatility: Their modular format allows for either vertical or
Sheet Metal
Space Age Modular Wall or Ceiling Panels, 1970s, Set of 4
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
design store, complete with integrated lighting. These modular pieces are highly versatile — perfect as
Plastic
Modular De Sede Sofa DS-12 in Cognac Leather, 70s
By De Sede
Located in Halle, DE
Modular De Sede sofa from the 70s. Model DS-12, Switzerland. Covered in the original brown/cognac
Leather
Modular wall bookcase by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, ca 1960
By Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Delft, NL
Modular wall bookcase by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, ca 1960 A metal bookcase that can be
Metal
$6,650Sale Price|30% Off
Modular Six-Piece Credenza by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Very rare and unusual piece by Edward Wormley. This modular credenza in walnut can be put together
Brass
$21,000Sale Price|30% Off
Clairtone Project G2 Series T11 Console Stereo System & Garrard Turntable
By Clairtone
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
examples of mid-century modern hi-fi design worldwide.
Aluminum
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Medium Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
96cm / H 73 cm / Assise H 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Wool, Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Medium Module, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
96cm / H 73 cm / Assise H 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Wool, Foam
Pair of Esprit Modular Lounge Chairs by Brunati & Zerbaro, 1980s
By Brunati
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Rarely seen on the market, this Esprit modular sofa was designed by Brunati and Zerbaro for Brunati
Fabric, Wood
Luciano Bertoncini "Gronda" Modular Vertical Italian Wall Light, 1970s
By Luciano Bertoncini
Located in Madrid, ES
"Gronda" vertical wall lights designed by Luciano Bertocini, Italy, 1970´s (Price per item). Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our team of 10 craftsmen in our in-house works...
Plastic
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
By Kay Leroy Ruggles, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.
Plastic
Pianura modular sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1971
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Modular sofa and armchair set by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Solid walnut timber frame and all
Velvet, Walnut
Modular Bookcase / Room Divider by Carlo De Carli for Fiarm, Italy, 1970s
By Fiarm
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful modular bookcase by Carlo De Carli by Carlo De Carli for Fiarm, Italy, dating from the
Wood
Modular Composition of Copper Wall Lights from 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Modular composition of copper wall lights from 1960's, Spain. Composed of 28 units of wall lights
Copper
Componibili Modular Storage Unit in White with Floor Stand by Kartell
By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, the Componibili modular storage unit is an iconic
Plastic
Bench, Modular Seating By Allermuir, Cross Shape, Modern, Commercial Grade
By Allermuir
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Bench, Modular Seating By Allermuir, Cross Shape, Modern, Commercial Grade, Office, Gym, Postmodern
Metal, Chrome
3 Piece Modular Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview, 1988
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
3 Piece Modular sectional sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview, 1988. Original white fabric is in
Fabric
Ivory Bouclé Modular Lounge Chairs by Mimo Padova, Italy, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Oirlo, LI
Discover the ultimate in seating comfort with our Ivory Bouclé Modular Lounge Chairs "Velasquez
Fabric, Bouclé
Vico Magistretti for Cassina 'Fiandra' Modular Sofa in Brown Leather
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cassina. Comprising four modular elements, it offers versatile configurations to suit your needs. Whether
Leather, Plastic
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
California Design Group Freestanding Modular Wall Unit by Lou Hodges
By Lou Hodges
Located in Oceanside, US
-door cabinet and a drop-front desk/storage compartment, paired with eight modular adjustable shelves
Oak
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
By Directional, Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.
Plastic
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.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
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.