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California Design Group Freestanding Modular Wall Unit by Lou Hodges
California Design Group Freestanding Modular Wall Unit by Lou Hodges

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

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

Luciano Bertoncini for Elco Modular Gronda Coat Rack in Formica
Luciano Bertoncini for Elco Modular Gronda Coat Rack in Formica

Luciano Bertoncini for Elco Modular Gronda Coat Rack in Formica

By Elco, Luciano Bertoncini

Located in Madrid, ES

Modular “Gronda” coat rack with black plastic frame, designed by Luciano Bertoncini and

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Plastic, Formica

Floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL, 1950s, Italy
Floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL, 1950s, Italy

Floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL, 1950s, Italy

By Feal

Located in Milano, IT

We offer a rare and valuable floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL in the 1950s, an

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Celina Zilberberg. Modular sideboard, Solid wood and wood veneer, c. 1960
Celina Zilberberg. Modular sideboard, Solid wood and wood veneer, c. 1960

Celina Zilberberg. Modular sideboard, Solid wood and wood veneer, c. 1960

By Celina Decoracoes, Celina Moveis

Located in PARIS, FR

Celina Zilberberg Modular sideboard, c. 1960 Solid wood and wood veneer 62 x 238 x 44 cm 24 41/100

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Hardwood

Franco Albini Modular bookcase model "LB7" Production Poggi Pavia 1957
Franco Albini Modular bookcase model "LB7" Production Poggi Pavia 1957

Franco Albini Modular bookcase model "LB7" Production Poggi Pavia 1957

By Franco Albini

Located in Vigevano, PV

Franco Albini Modular bookcase model “LB7” Production Poggi Pavia 1957 This bookcase has two

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa
Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa

Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This living room set model modular sofa was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This set

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern Vintage Modular Sofa Wittmann Cubus Pastel Textil 1970s Austria
Modern Vintage Modular Sofa Wittmann Cubus Pastel Textil 1970s Austria

Modern Vintage Modular Sofa Wittmann Cubus Pastel Textil 1970s Austria

By Wittmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Modern vintage three modular freestanding sofa elements Rhombos cubus like Wittmann upholstered

Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Luciano Bertoncini "Gronda" Modular Vertical Italian Mirror & Wall Light, 1970s
Luciano Bertoncini "Gronda" Modular Vertical Italian Mirror & Wall Light, 1970s

Luciano Bertoncini "Gronda" Modular Vertical Italian Mirror & Wall Light, 1970s

By Luciano Bertoncini

Located in Ibiza, Spain

Set of 6 mirros-coat & 2 vertical wall lights. Modular mirrors and coat hanger model "Gronda

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length M...

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s
Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This is a rare American ‘Omni’ modular freestanding shelving system in walnut and aluminium

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Rare 'Elefante' modular sofas by Roberto Pamio for Stilwood, 1973
Rare 'Elefante' modular sofas by Roberto Pamio for Stilwood, 1973

Rare 'Elefante' modular sofas by Roberto Pamio for Stilwood, 1973

By Roberto Pamio, Stilwood

Located in Sittard, LI

Introducing an extremely rare pair of 'Elefante' modular sofas, designed by the renowned Italian

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa,  1960s
George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa,  1960s

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Naples, IT

Modular 3-seater sofa designed by George Miller in 1956. The sofa incorporates a system of modules

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Camaleonda Modular Sofa in Bordeaux by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
Camaleonda Modular Sofa in Bordeaux by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

Camaleonda Modular Sofa in Bordeaux by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in RIDDERKERK, NL

condition and is virtually indistinguishable from new. Thanks to the modular system, the elements can be

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ds 11 Modular Sofa in Brown Patchwork Leather by De Sede
Ds 11 Modular Sofa in Brown Patchwork Leather by De Sede

Ds 11 Modular Sofa in Brown Patchwork Leather by De Sede

By De Sede

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

De Sede ‘DS-11’ Modular Patchwork sofa in beige leather. Still 100% original. This high

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

By H.G. Møbler 1

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Danish modern modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s Danish

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Modular Sofa in Red and Patterned Upholstery by Roche Bobois, France 1980s
Modular Sofa in Red and Patterned Upholstery by Roche Bobois, France 1980s

Modular Sofa in Red and Patterned Upholstery by Roche Bobois, France 1980s

By Roche Bobois

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A vibrant and sculptural modular sofa from Roche Bobois, produced in France during the 1980s, a

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

"Can Can" Modular Sofa by Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio Di Desio, 1970s
"Can Can" Modular Sofa by Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio Di Desio, 1970s

"Can Can" Modular Sofa by Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio Di Desio, 1970s

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Brussels, BE

"Can Can" Modular Sofa by Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio Di Desio, 1970s - New Upholstery

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 6
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 6

De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 6

By De Sede

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

De Sede "DS-11" modular sofa, black leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of 6. The De Sede “DS-11

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in bruxelles, BE

4-piece modular fabric sofa by Mario Bellini, “Le Bambole” model. Branded under the seat. Seat

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Andrianna Shamaris Reclaimed Wood Modular Coffee Table or Side Tables
Andrianna Shamaris Reclaimed Wood Modular Coffee Table or Side Tables

Andrianna Shamaris Reclaimed Wood Modular Coffee Table or Side Tables

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Fabulous modular coffee table with beautiful contrasting wood grain made from reclaimed suar wood

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983
Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A masterpiece of adaptability and design, this Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in solid elm

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Elm

Modular Wall Mounted Storage System by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Modular Wall Mounted Storage System by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Modular Wall Mounted Storage System by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The Modular Wall Mounted Storage System by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset is a versatile and modern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall...

Materials

Metal

Modular Strips Sofa in brown velvet by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1970s
Modular Strips Sofa in brown velvet by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1970s

Modular Strips Sofa in brown velvet by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1970s

By Arflex, Cini Boeri

Located in amstelveen, NL

Strips 5-piece modular sofa by Cini Boeri for Arflex, Italy, 1970s An iconic modular design by

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina

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

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina

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

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

De Sede DS 15 Modular Vintage Cognac Saddle Leather Sofa
De Sede DS 15 Modular Vintage Cognac Saddle Leather Sofa

De Sede DS 15 Modular Vintage Cognac Saddle Leather Sofa

By De Sede

Located in Munich, Bavaria

De Sede DS 15 modular sofa in cognac saddle leather. The leather is very thick Vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood, Foam, Beech

Vintage Teak Modular Wall System by Tomado for Musterring, 1960s.
Vintage Teak Modular Wall System by Tomado for Musterring, 1960s.

Vintage Teak Modular Wall System by Tomado for Musterring, 1960s.

By Tomado, Musterring International

Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant

designed and produced in the sixties in Germany. This modular system invites you to create your own most

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stained Ask For Cassina
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stained Ask For Cassina

Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stained Ask For Cassina

By Franco Albini

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stained Ask For Cassina Designed between 1956 and

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

French Guillerme & Chambron Modular Solid Oak Coffee Table/Dining Table, c 1950
French Guillerme & Chambron Modular Solid Oak Coffee Table/Dining Table, c 1950

French Guillerme & Chambron Modular Solid Oak Coffee Table/Dining Table, c 1950

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Labrit, Landes

life. The modular nature of this table—coffee table/dining table—illustrates this desire to meet the

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Modular Sofa designed by George NELSON for HERMAN MILLER, 1960s
Modular Sofa designed by George NELSON for HERMAN MILLER, 1960s

Modular Sofa designed by George NELSON for HERMAN MILLER, 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Two-seat Sofa designed by George Nelson. U.S.A., Herman Miller, 1960s. Modular Sofa by George

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Blop Modular Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1970s
Blop Modular Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1970s

Blop Modular Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1970s

By Carlo Bartoli

Located in Brussels, BE

Blop Modular Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy, 1970s D: 79 cm (31.10") H

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler
Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler

Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Oirlo, LI

Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler Dark wood wall system, designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

1960s Italian Hexagonal Modular Sconces / Flush Mounts - 4 Available
1960s Italian Hexagonal Modular Sconces / Flush Mounts - 4 Available

1960s Italian Hexagonal Modular Sconces / Flush Mounts - 4 Available

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage original midcentury wall light or flushmount with hexagonal steel frame and hexagonal light

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Center storage unit by G. Malacrida and P. Resmini, modular bookshelf, 1970s
Center storage unit by G. Malacrida and P. Resmini, modular bookshelf, 1970s

Center storage unit by G. Malacrida and P. Resmini, modular bookshelf, 1970s

By Malacrida and Co.

Located in Milano, IT

Modular Double-Sided Storage Unit – G. Malacrida & P. Resmini, 1970s This rare modular storage

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Original Eames ESU-400 modular storage cabinet, coloured panels, pre-1952
Original Eames ESU-400 modular storage cabinet, coloured panels, pre-1952

Original Eames ESU-400 modular storage cabinet, coloured panels, pre-1952

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

in 1950, was a range of lightweight, fully modular storage systems designed to be customized by the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Kazuhide Takahama “Marcel” Modular Sofa for Gavina, 1965, Set of 5
Kazuhide Takahama “Marcel” Modular Sofa for Gavina, 1965, Set of 5

Kazuhide Takahama “Marcel” Modular Sofa for Gavina, 1965, Set of 5

By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Kazuhide Takahama “Marcel” Modular Sofa for Gavina, Velvet and Steel, Italy, 1965, set of five

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 7, Barnum Bouclé 24
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 7, Barnum Bouclé 24

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 7, Barnum Bouclé 24

By Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

: W. 250 cm / D. 250 cm / H. 70 cm / SH. 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Bouclé

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 7, Barnum Bouclé 3
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 7, Barnum Bouclé 3

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 7, Barnum Bouclé 3

By Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

: D. 220 cm / H. 70 cm / SH. 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Bouclé

Bronze Glass & Red Oak Modular Base Coffee Table from Redline Design Furniture
Bronze Glass & Red Oak Modular Base Coffee Table from Redline Design Furniture

Bronze Glass & Red Oak Modular Base Coffee Table from Redline Design Furniture

Located in Toronto, CA

A modular exploration of volume and void, this piece transforms the coffee table into a functional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Hardwood, Smoked Glass

Percival Lafer Leather Patchwork Modular Sofas ca' 1960's Living Room
Percival Lafer Leather Patchwork Modular Sofas ca' 1960's Living Room

Percival Lafer Leather Patchwork Modular Sofas ca' 1960's Living Room

By Percival Lafer

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare set of six (6) seats and six (6) back rests by Percival Lafer. Brazil, ca' 1960's imported to New York. Made of patchwork brown leather where the pieces can be arranged in dif...

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

"Camaleonda" Sofa modular by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
"Camaleonda" Sofa modular by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

"Camaleonda" Sofa modular by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in bruxelles, BE

. Modular as you like. Stamped B&B Italia. Wear due to time and age of the sofa. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian Modular Chest of Drawers by Simon Fussel, Red Plastic, 1970s
Italian Modular Chest of Drawers by Simon Fussel, Red Plastic, 1970s

Italian Modular Chest of Drawers by Simon Fussel, Red Plastic, 1970s

By Simon Fussel

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Italian modular red plastic 4601 3-5 chest of drawers by Simon Fussel for Kartell, 1970s. Modular

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plastic

"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in bruxelles, BE

5-piece modular sofa in zebu leather by Mario Bellini, Le Bambole model. Stamped under the seats

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Luigi Sormani Square Modular Coffee Table in Wood, Italy, 1960s
Luigi Sormani Square Modular Coffee Table in Wood, Italy, 1960s

Luigi Sormani Square Modular Coffee Table in Wood, Italy, 1960s

By Luigi Sormani

Located in Rome, IT

This modular coffee table produced by Luigi Sormani in the 1960s is divided into four compartments

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Modular Cognac Saddle Leather Sectional Sofa Germany Chapo Era
Vintage Modular Cognac Saddle Leather Sectional Sofa Germany Chapo Era

Vintage Modular Cognac Saddle Leather Sectional Sofa Germany Chapo Era

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the 70ties is manufactured in germany. It has

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Oak

1970s Modular 1 x Lounge Chair, Airborne Style Distressed Italy armchair
1970s Modular 1 x Lounge Chair, Airborne Style Distressed Italy armchair

1970s Modular 1 x Lounge Chair, Airborne Style Distressed Italy armchair

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous 1970s Italian and super comfortable lounge chair. This lounge chair sold as a single in this listing but we have them listed as a set of three and two as well. The armch...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tito Agnoli modular sofa, Novemila 9000 Mod. for Arflex, original fabric, label
Tito Agnoli modular sofa, Novemila 9000 Mod. for Arflex, original fabric, label

Tito Agnoli modular sofa, Novemila 9000 Mod. for Arflex, original fabric, label

By Arflex, Tito Agnoli

Located in Milano, IT

Modular Sofa “Novemila 9000” by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1969 An extraordinary example of Italian

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona

Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona

By Muller Van Severen

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Muller Van Severen's Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona Muller Van Severen’s Pillow

Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Polyester

Tito Agnoli Modular '9000' Sofa for Arflex 5 Piece Serpentine Version
Tito Agnoli Modular '9000' Sofa for Arflex 5 Piece Serpentine Version

Tito Agnoli Modular '9000' Sofa for Arflex 5 Piece Serpentine Version

By Arflex, Tito Agnoli

Located in Tilburg, NL

Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa 1969 for Arflex, Italy. New, current production. Modular seating system

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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Midcentury Modular For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic midcentury modular available at 1stDibs. Each midcentury modular for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury modular, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each midcentury modular bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one midcentury modular that is appealing in its simplicity, but Poul Cadovius, Herman Miller and Royal System produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Midcentury Modular?

Prices for a midcentury modular start at $466 and top out at $14,250 with the average selling for $4,909.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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.