$12,810Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern backlight wall modular system by Acerbis. Italy 1970s
By Roberto Monsani, Acerbis
Located in Catania, CT
Very good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this modular bookcase designed by Roberto Monsani for Acerbis. Produced in Italy during the 70s and made from lacquer...
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-Century Afra & Tobia Scarpa Italian Red Lacquer 1960s Modular Wall Unit
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Madrid, ES
The modular wall unit, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in the 1960s, is a remarkable example of Italian modern design, combining architectural scale, sophisticated material contras...
Brass
$21,157Sale Price / set|20% Off
Kristian Vedel MODUS Midcentury Modular Lounge Suite, Pouf & Table, Denmark
By Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik, Søren Willadsen, Kristian Vedel
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Extraordinary Kriatian Vedel MODUS modular sofa set from 1960s. The set is made of high quality soft leather and beautiful Brazilian Rosewood, typical of Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik,...
Leather, Rosewood
Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...
Fabric
Mid Century by Mario Bellini Italian Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional original sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972, composed of 6 modular seatings with its backrest and a foot stool. Composed of: - Six large seatings with...
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Franco Albini Rosewood Mid-Century Modern “LB7” Modular Bookcase for Poggi, 1957
By Franco Albini, Poggi
Located in Vicenza, IT
LB7 bookcase, designed by Franco Albini and manufactured by Poggi in 1957. Modular bookstore composed by upholds, containers with flying and doors, shelve. The industrial standard...
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1960s. Comprising 3 columns, 4 rules, 1 unit with 6 drawers, a writing desk, 13 Oregon pine shelves, and 22 brass...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Modular Cabinet and Picnic Tray Box by INSULEX England 1970s
Located in Torquay, GB
Rare and highly sculptural modular picnic trolley by Insulex, England circa 1970s. Executed in cream and brown molded plastic with integrated rotating storage compartments and compl...
Plastic, Acrylic
$118Sale Price / item|30% Off
1960s Mid Century BMF Stoffi & Nagel Chromed Metal Modular Candle Holder inc Box
By Caesar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel, Bmf Nagel
Located in London, England
Stackable modular polished chromed-metal candle holder, designed by Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel during the 1960s. Manufactured by BMF (Bayerische Metallwaren Fabrik) in West German...
Metal, Chrome
Modular Furniture Saporiti Green Wood Chromed Mid-Century Modern 1970s Set of 4
By Saporiti
Located in Palermo, IT
SAPORITI, made in Italy in 1970. Four modular units comprising two lower units with three drawers, an open compartment, and a central unit with three drawers. Highly versatile, they ...
Chrome
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is contains one cabinet with drawers and 7 shelves This piece is completely adjustable, and...
Teak
Mid Century Modern Boxy Modular Parsons Style L Shaped Sofa with Chaise Lounge
By Milo Baughman, Parsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage five piece modular sofa in need of recovering. Design lines for days. Measurements below. Single chair W33 D35.5 Corner piece W 34 D35.5 Ottoman W33 D35
Fabric
Selig Large 7-Piece Sectional or Modular Parsons Sofa Set, Mid-Century Modern
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the USA, this 7-piece sectional sofa was produced by Selig in the early days of the company. Typically Selig is known today for importing Danish furniture and de...
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Pencil Reed Modular or Sectional Sofa with New Cushion
By Comfort Design Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome and sculptural sofa made by Comfort Design Furniture in the 1970's. The sofa features nice heavy construction with a sculptural design & bamboo reed clad. Cushions were re...
Fabric, Bamboo
Mid-Century Modern Modular White Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1960s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Brussels, BE
Modulable table lamp by Carlo Nason For Mazzega, Italy, 1960s White Murano glass One small chip - pictured.
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Dining Table with a White Marble Top Attrib. to Ico Parisi 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Striking Mid-Century table with octagonal shape white Carrara marble top.
Walnut
Mid-Century Dining Table with a White Marble Top Attrib. to Ico Parisi 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Striking Mid-Century table with octagonal shape white Carrara marble top.
Walnut
MCM 4 Piece Modular Adjustable Sectional Sofa by Heywood Wakefield
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Coastal Bamboo 4 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa by Heywood Wakefield Newly Reupholstered in a Textured Green & Creme Linen Blend Fabric with Creme Welt Trim Cra...
Bamboo
Vintage Modular Coat Rack, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century modular wall mounted coat rack with hat storage.
Metal
Hans Wegner President Sideboard for Ry Møbler
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Danish Credenza by Hans Wegner.
Teak
Set of Four Giuseppe Munari Modular Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Cognac Leather
Located in Madrid, ES
Four mid-century modular armchairs that can be combined to a sectional sofa by Giuseppe Munari.
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Plywood
Tobia Scarpa Style Cognac Leather Modular Loveseat by Leolux
By Leolux, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Leolux modular loveseat with cognac leather frame and gorgeous patina.
Leather
Set of 10 Nagel Stoff Modular Chrome Candle Holders
By Stoff Nagel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic set of 10 modular candle holders by Nagel Stoff, featuring the classic interlocking design that defines mid-century modern decor.
Metal
Modular Wood and Metal Bar Table by Luigi Sormani for FIARM, Italy 1960s
By Fiarm, Luigi Sormani
Located in Echt, NL
Designed by Luigi Sormani Manufactured by FIARM in the 1960s Add a touch of Italian mid-century design to your space with this stunning modular bar table designed by Luigi Sormani ...
Metal, Chrome
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa Set, 5 Pieces.
By Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The arrangement includes: One 3-seat section (left side) Two armless center modules Two corner/end modules with rounded armrests Mid Century Italian 1970
Bouclé
Nine Wine Bottle Rack, Mexico, Mid-20th Century
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Elegant wine bottle rack crafted from solid precious hardwood, featuring an abstract geometric design characteristic of Mexican mid-century modernism. The piece is composed of carefu...
Cedar
Vintage Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler Teak Dining Table
By Arne Vodder
Located in Emeryville, CA
An exceptional example of the Danish mid-century minimal style, this modular piece can be used fully open as a simple dining table, or the leaves can drop down or be removed to make ...
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Modular Brass Candelabra with Glass Shades
Located in London, GB
Produced in Sweden circa 1960, this brass candelabra exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and experimental modularity of mid-century Scandinavian design. The form evokes the aesthet...
Brass
Giuseppe Munari for Poltronova Set of Four Modular Orange Sofa 1970s
By Poltronova
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid Century Modern orange set of four modular sofa by Giuseppe Munari for Poltronova 1970s.
Velvet, Plastic
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Winchendon Modular Ebonized Maple Dresser
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, modular dresser system by Paul McCobb for Planner Group, Winchendon features two 24 x 18 x 8.5 inch dressers with signature aluminum ring pulls, that can be posit...
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Panarea Modular Armchairs - Set of 5 by Lev Lev in Chenille
Located in Manzano, IT
Invest in this exclusive set of vintage 1970s Panarea modular armchairs today and transform your space with a piece of iconic mid-century modern artistry.
Fabric, Wood
Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase or Room Divider by Lou Hodges, c1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is a genuine, mid-century modern marvel - a cerused oak modular standalone shelving unit, designed by the renowned Lou Hodges in 1979.
Oak
Modular Sofa in Emerald Green Velvet Fabric and Chrome Frame by Adriano Piazzesi
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This is a Mid Century Modern upholstered in a rich emerald green velvet fabric. The sofa's distinctive shape features a gently undulating design, ideal for creating a statement in la...
Velvet
MCM 3 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa By Directional In Original Fabric
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern 3 Peace Modular Living Room Set by Directional in Original Fabric The Mid Century Modern 3 Piece Modular Living Room Set by Directional showcases a timeless desig...
Upholstery
Vintage wood and Metal Multistrux Iron Modular Shelving Unit or Library Shelves
By Multistrux
Located in Markington, GB
Set includes: 4 metal ladders 6x wooden slat Dimensions: Height: 59 cm Width: 149 cm Depth: 17 cm A stylish and practical example of European mid-century modular design, ideal for...
Metal
$644Sale Price|20% Off
Space Age Trolley "Baby" by Joe Colombo Black Modular Storage Cart
By Joe Colombo
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century Space Age storage caddy “Boby” by Joe Colombo features plastic construction, glossy black finish, modular design with trays and storage compartments, and black casto...
Plastic
Vintage Modular Candleholders by Stoffi & Nagel for BMF, 1960s. Set of 8.
By Bmf Nagel, Nagel & Stoffi
Located in Asaa, DK
Each candle holder has three stacking options which makes it possible to configure different sculptural patterns. Timeless and beloved Mid-Century modern design. Very good vintage ...
Metal
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Jesper MCM Teakwood 3-Piece Modular Cabinet C1960
Located in Big Flats, NY
This Jesper Mid-Century Modern teakwood modular cabinet, dating to approximately 1960, offers a versatile storage solution.
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, Authentic PJ-SI-13-A, Demountable Chair, Circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Mid Century Modern design is reflected in the teak wood composition and clean lines of this piece, offering a timeless aesthetic that easily adapts to classic and contemporary interi...
Wood, Teak, Cane
1970s Floral Organic Rattan Modular Sectional Sofa, set of 6
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Showcasing some of the best designs of the Mid Century Modern era from one of the most iconic designers.
Upholstery, Rattan
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Mid Century Modern Bookcase Wall Unit SECTIONS 1 and 2 Overall height: 183cm Overall width: 167cm Depth of the shelves 31cm Size of the three...
Steel
1960s Oak Wabi Sabi Brutalist Sculptural Modular Coffee End Tables
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, table you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it bei...
Wood
Omnia Wall Unit, Vintage Modular Shelf, Black Wood & Metal, 1970s
By Omnia
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Style: The contrast between black wood and shiny metal is characteristic of mid-century modern furniture and the futuristic aesthetic of the 1970s.
Metal
$5,996Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sectional you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it...
Upholstery, Wood
MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany
By Gebrüder Deyhle
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural mid-century modern modular desk organizer by Karl Deyhle, produced in Germany circa the 1960s.
Metal
1970s Guido Fareschini /Mariani Modular Lounge Set for Pace
By Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Comprising of 4 luxurious chairs.. this ensemble showcases Italian craftsmanship and mid-century modern elegance at its finest.Hand delivery avail to New York City or anywhere en rou...
Leather, Wood
1950s Immaculate Yellow Boucle Style Quilted Serpentine Curved Modular Sectional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Showcasing some of the best designs of the Mid Century Modern era from one of the most iconic designers.
Upholstery, Wood
$3,360Sale Price / set|20% Off
American of Martinsville Dania 3 Piece Louvered Walnut Desk Modular Unit
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut low bench with modular desk and drawer cabinet designed by Merton Gerhsun for American of Martinsville's Dania line circa 60s.
Brass
$2,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Modernist Modular Lounges / Loveseat
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Raleigh, NC
We had a lot of fun making these off of our love for mid century modern and space age design. Large sculpted polyurethane foam embraced by thick aluminum brackets make these lounges ...
Steel
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Four-Seater Modular Sofa in Jean-Michel Frank Style Original Olive Velvet 1970s
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
This stunning four-seater sofa is an exceptional piece of mid-century modern design (circa 1970), evoking the timeless elegance of the Jean-Michel Frank style.
Velvet, Wood
Sculptural Italian Modular Bookcase in solid Teak and Formica, 1960s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
Details: Italy, 1960s Solid teak uprights; teak and Formica shelves and cabinets Modular wall-mounted system Mid-Century Modern Condition: Very good vintage condition, with ligh...
Aluminum, Brass
$5,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Madison, WI
This very unique modular 5 Piece Mid Century wall unit set has it ALL, and leaves plenty of room for multiple configuration possibilities!
Iron
$3,766Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging XL modular Teak 1960 Retro Sideboard / Credenza
Located in Markington, GB
Extra Large Modular Wall-Mounted Sideboard / Storage System, 1960s MINIMALIST STATEMENT STORAGE A highly sought-after, fully free-hanging extra large sideboard, embodying the clea...
Teak
$3,228Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging XL Modular Teak 1960 Retro Sideboard / Credenza
Located in Markington, GB
Extra Large Modular Wall-Mounted Sideboard / Storage System, 1960s MINIMALIST STATEMENT STORAGE A highly sought-after, fully free-hanging extra large sideboard, embodying the clea...
Teak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Two-Piece Modular Chest of Drawers on Bench, 1950s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern two-piece modular dresser or chest of drawers on bench/table By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Black lacqu...
Aluminum
Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Kensington, MD
- The statement piece that will define your space yet also help to contain, organize and curate your stuff. - Finished on the back for placement in the middle of a room. - Use the dr...
Teak
$2,900Sale Price|23% Off
Paul McCobb Planner Group Blonde with Black Drawers Dresser on Wrought Iron Base
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Ferndale, MI
Master of mid-century American modular design Paul McCobb for Winchedon Planner group six drawer dresser.
Wrought Iron
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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