Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Travertine
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
Travertine
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
Teak
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
Teak
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
Travertine
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
Travertine
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops
Glass
Outdoor side table with fish stone slab top
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Wear Consistent with age and use Outdoor side table with fish stone slab top Outdoor furniture
Stone, Metal
Patricia Urquiloa Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiloa Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina Bowy Outdoor Coffee Table 70x30cm, structure
Plastic, Fiberglass, Lacquer
Vintage Coastal Molded Fiberglass Outdoor Side Tables - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
coastal, bohemian, or mid-century modern outdoor decor themes. Elevate your al fresco living with this
Fiberglass
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
. * * * Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Side Tables. Above average vintage condition and
Glass, Walnut
Outdoor Teak Stainless Steel Powder Coated End Side Table
By Heather Ashton Design
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by the simplicity of Mid-Century design, the Helms side table feels light and airy. The
Stainless Steel
$1,690
H 24.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Mid Century Tile Tilt Top Table With Heavy Iron Base Indoor Outdoor Italy C1948
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic and rare to find a beautiful tile top table with a locking tilt mechanism. Fabulous
Iron
Travertine Outdoor Bronson Drinks Table by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The outdoor Bronson drinks table features a round turco travertine top with notched corners that
Travertine, Steel
Plinto Outdoor C Side Table by Varaschin
Located in Carson, CA
PLINTO “C” COFFEE TABLE design Pio e Tito Toso The Plinto coffee table offers a convenient support
Aluminum
$1,025 / item
H 18.5 in W 27.2 in D 26 in
Bodil Kjaer Outdoor 'BK16' Side Table in Teak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Bodil Kjaer, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Bodil Kjaer Outdoor 'BK16' Side Table in Teak for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern
Wood, Teak
Mid Century Richard Schultz Outdoor Coffee or Side Table
By Richard Schultz
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and minimal design by Richard Schultz for Knoll in 1966. This is part of an outdoor
Aluminum, Enamel, Steel
$995 / set
H 19.5 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in
Pr MCM Coral Painted Outdoor Nesting Side Tables Metal Wire & Expanded Metal Top
Located in Topeka, KS
portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Aren’t these coral nesting tables completely
Metal
russell woodard spun fiberglass side tables
By Russell Woodard
Located in Athens, GA
a la mid century, use as side tables or plant stands…perfect indoor/outdoor floating decor 20.5 wide
Fiberglass
Unavailable
H 15.75 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage Mid Century "1966 Collection" End Table by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful mid century modern outdoor end - side table from the sought after "1966
Metal
White Painted Iron Outdoor Side Tables
By Salterini
Located in South Salem, NY
A rare pair of Salterini side tables refinished in white paint. A hard to find style, this pair
Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Mesh Side Table
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, wrought iron side table features wonderfully detailed, slender legs and
Wrought Iron
Restored Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Vintage Outdoor Side Tables
By Russell Woodard
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of restored vintage outdoor side tables by Russell Woodard. The spun fiberglass end tables
Fiberglass
Mid-Century Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Outdoor Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two Mid-Century outdoor painted iron chairs with one side table. Outstanding orange slice design on
Iron
Pair of Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Side Tables Sold as pair. Above average vintage condition
Walnut, Glass
Sold
H 18.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Coastal Brown Jordan Florentine Outdoor Side Tables, a Pair
By Brown Jordan
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Fabulous and rare pair of vintage cast aluminum side tables. Made by Brown Jordan. Part of
Aluminum
Vintage Outdoor Nesting Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three vintage plastic nesting tables with blue patterned plexiglass tops. Please confirm
Plastic
Mid Century Italian Bamboo Side or Coffee Table by Bonacina, Italy 60s
By Bonacina
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century Bamboo Side or Coffee Table was made by Bonacina Italy in '60s. It is made of bamboo
Bamboo, Rattan
Sold
H 15.75 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Pair of Mid-20th Century French Iron Side Tables or End Tables with Glass Tops
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of mid-20th century French iron side tables features square glass tops resting on spheres
Iron
Pair of Bennington Pottery Terra Cotta Outdoor Tables
By Bennington Potters
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Bennington pottery terra cotta outdoor tables. Bennington pottery attributed to David Gil.
Steel
Florence Knoll Indoor Outdoor Occassional Table
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Bainbridge, NY
1950's Florence Knoll for Knoll slatted Redwood Indoor Outdoor Table on Steel base Also great as
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Tile Top Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of mid-century modern mosaic tile top side tables in brass frames with saber legs. Possibly
Brass
Pair of Russell Woodard Indoor / Outdoor Resin Tables
By Russell Woodard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Russell Woodard Indoor / Outdoor Resin Tables.
George Nelson Fo Arbuck Tall End Table for Outdoor or Indoor Use
By Arbuck, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
George Nelson for Arbuck end or side table. Designed for outdoor use, but is also great indoors
Glass
Pair of Chinese Ceramic White Elephant Outdoor Garden Stools
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large pair of vintage midcentury Asian Chinese white elephant outdoor garden stools or side drink
Ceramic
Pair of White Enameled Metal and Granite Side Tables, USA, circa 1955
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Pair of midcentury indoor / outdoor strong side or end tables in white powder coated metal each
Granite, Metal
Vintage Mid Century Woodard Outdoor Iron Table and 4 Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Woodard Outdoor Table and 4 Chairs in French Blue Offered is a Vintage Woodard Outdoor
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Style Outdoor/Patio Coffee/Side Table
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Style Outdoor/Patio Coffee/Side Table Offered is a mid-century
Steel
Vintage Heavy Iron Woodard Outdoor Iron Table and 5 Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Heavy Iron Woodard Outdoor Iron Table and 5 Chairs Offered is a Vintage Heavy Iron Wooodard
Iron
Pair of White Aluminum Scroll Glass Top Outdoor / Patio Side Table
By Russell Woodard
Located in Houston, TX
Pair or ornate white aluminum table with a glass top. The table is perfect for an outdoor setting
Aluminum
Mid-Century Woodard Steel Wire Outdoor / Patio Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century outdoor/patio side table with iron legs by the Woodward company. The table can be
Steel, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Styled Outdoor Side Table by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous side table with a 23.5 inch glass top held in place by 3 clips to prevent damage. Three
Iron
Woodard Mesh Steel Outdoor Patio Side Table
By Russell Woodard
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Outdoor/Patio side table with iron scrolling base and steel mesh top by the Woodward
Steel
Pair of Green Mid Century Iron Garden Side Tables
Located in Buchanan, NY
These mid century green painted iron garden side tables are a lovely addition to any outdoor space
Iron
Round Heart Cluster Glass Top Steel Outdoor/Patio Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage outdoor/patio side table with a scrolling heart cluster center and glass top. The table can
Metal, Iron
Woodard Round Mesh Steel Outdoor/Patio Side Table, circa 1950
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage round outdoor/patio side table with iron scrolling base and steel mesh top by the Woodward
Steel, Iron
Sold
H 20.5 in W 19.5 in L 20.5 in
Woodard Mesh Steel Outdoor/Patio Side Table, circa 1950 **Saturday Sale**
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage outdoor/patio side table with iron scrolling base and steel mesh top by the Woodward
Cut Steel
Sold
H 20 in W 21.5 in D 14.5 in
Woodard Mesh Steel Outdoor Patio Nesting Side Tables, Set of 3, circa 1950
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage outdoor/patio nesting side tables with iron scrolling base and steel mesh top by the
Cut Steel
Sold
H 19 in W 15 in D 15 in
"Petal" Table in Walnut & Steel, Richard Schultz, Knoll International, USA, 1960
By Richard Schultz
Located in Deland, FL
This rare Mid-Century Modern "Petal" end or side table, designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll
Walnut
Sold
H 28.35 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Cafe Table, French, Marble, Cast Iron, Outdoor, Garden, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
mid 20th century, circa 1950. Pleasingly chic table with a delightful marble top Displays a desirable
Marble
Pair of Petite Woodard Style Outdoor Tables
By Russell Woodard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Great 1950s style wrought iron and rolled steel drink tables in the style of Russel Woodard.
Steel, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 19.25 in Dm 16 in
Custom Bennington Pottery Terra Cotta & Wrought Iron Outdoor Table by David Gil
By Bennington Potters
Located in San Diego, CA
Seldom seen custom Bennington pottery terra cotta top and wrought iron base outdoor table by David
Sold
H 18.75 in Dm 16.25 in
MCM Rattan and Cane Cinched Waist Side Accent End Tables or Low Stools a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful pair of Mid-Century Modern rattan and cane cinched waist tables or stools. Beautiful
Cane, Rattan, Paint
Small Rectangular Blue Tile-Top Chartreuse Side or End Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern rectangle tile top side table. The iron legs and frame have been freshly powder
Metal
Small Square Tile Top Metal Side or End Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern square tile top side table. The iron legs and frame have been freshly powder
Metal
Set of Two Large Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Patio Side Tables
By Russell Woodard
Located in Atlanta, GA
These authentic Russell Woodard Mid-Century Spun Fiberglass outdoor side tables have been fully
Glass, Fiberglass
Set of Two Small Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Patio Side Tables
By Russell Woodard
Located in Atlanta, GA
These authentic Russell Woodard mid-century spun fiberglass outdoor side tables have been fully
Glass, Fiberglass
Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Iron Table and 4 Curved Back Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern outdoor table and 4 curved back chairs in atomic orange offered is a set of 4
Iron
Sold
H 12.21 in W 9.45 in D 9.06 in
Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Iron Table Set with Curved Back Bench and 2 Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern outdoor iron table set with curved back bench and 2 chairs Offered is a 5 piece
Iron
Sold
H 19.25 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Homecrest Bottemiller Outdoor Patio End/Side Table
By Homecrest
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a rare midcentury outdoor/patio side table made by Homecrest Bottemiller
Steel
Sold
H 17.5 in Dm 22.5 in
1950s Sol Bloom Catch All Side End Table Black Outdoor Steel Mid-Century Modern
By Sol Bloom
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic Sol Bloom catch-all end table. It came from an estate with a number of other early 1950s
Metal
Rustic Indoor or Outdoor Coffee or Side Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rustic Swedish country style coffee table or end table in natural teak wood has bread board
Teak
Woodard Mesh Steel Outdoor Patio Side Table
By Russell Woodard
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Outdoor/Patio side table with iron scrolling base and steel mesh top by the Woodward
Steel
Midcentury Outdoor Patio Side Table with Geometric Ceramic Top
Located in New York, NY
A substantial mid-20th century outdoor patio side table with a square ceramic or enamel top and tri
Cement, Iron, Enamel
Pair of Vintage Salterini Lily Pad Outdoor Side Tables
By John Salterini
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintagepair cast iron side tables in the shape of a large lily pad manufactured by Salterini
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 18.75 in W 14.5 in D 12.38 in
Outdoor Side Drinks Nesting Tables with Metal Cane Tops, Set/Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair/set of outdoor side drinks nesting tables with metal cane tops, circa early to mid-20th
Metal, Iron
Sold
H 18 in W 33.5 in D 18.25 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Mid-Century Three-Tiered Side Tables, Pr.
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Miami, FL
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini mid-century three-tiered side tables, Pr. Offered for sale is
Wrought Iron
Restored Woodard Round Glass Top Scrolling Steel Outdoor Patio Side Table
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage outdoor/patio side table with iron scrolling base and glass top by the Woodward company
Iron
Sold
H 23.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
Restored Midcentury Woodard Two-Tier Glass Top Iron Outdoor/Patio Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage outdoor/patio two-tier side table with iron base and glass tops by the Woodward Company
Metal, Iron
Sold
H 19 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in
Woodard Mesh Steel Outdoor/Patio Nesting Side Tables - Set of 2, circa 1950
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage outdoor/patio nesting side tables with iron scrolling base and steel mesh top by the
Cut Steel
Furubo pine trolley by Ingve Ekstrom for Swedese, Sweden, 1964
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A beautiful mid century trolley / bar cart 🍸 / side table on wheels, made from solid pine wood
Pine
1950s Salterini Lily Pad Outdoor Side Table
By John Salterini
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed is a stunning, 1950s lily pad sculptural iron side table by John Salterini. The piece has a
Iron
Sold
H 19.25 in W 19.75 in D 18 in
Pair of "VKG" Van Keppel Green Indoor and Outdoor Slat Wood and Metal Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
makes these side tables sturdy enough to double as extra seating. Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green
Metal
Sold
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mid Century Modern Set of Outdoor Wicker Chairs and Side Tables, 60s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Set of Patio and Garden Wicker Chairs and Side Tables, 60s. A lovely patio and
Wicker
Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll Blue Enamel Outdoor Side Tables
By Richard Schultz
Located in Canaan, CT
A simple and beautiful little blue and white outdoor side table. From his 1966 outdoor furniture
Aluminum, Enamel
$74 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
White Wash Brutalist Sculptural Collage Artwork, Mural from Upcycled Wood
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
These WHITE WASH collage tiles are composed randomly from recycled wood remnants and when installed bathe any space with a warm feeling and texture which is meditative, sanded to a s...
Wood
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
Charlotte Perriand Meribel Wood Stool by Cassina, Black Oak, Modern
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Meribel designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. Oak stained black. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials ...
Aluminum
Black Ceramic Table Lamp Oatmeal Linen Shade, Barro Bruñido
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
This collection is shaped from clay sourced from the Sierra Madre mountains in Oaxaca. Local legend holds that the clay is blessed. Before firing, each piece is meticulously burnish...
Clay, Linen
$1,707 / item
H 9.1 in Dm 4.72 in
Carl Auböck '4723' Patinated Brass Plug-In Wall Light With White Shade
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck '4723' Patinated Brass Plug-In Wall Light With White Shade. Designed in 1950, this versatile and minimalist Viennese lamp is executed in brass with a cast iron base and ...
Brass
$7,500
H 36 in W 24.25 in D 1.25 in
Midcentury Italian Modernist Shaped Walnut Brass Scroll Beveled Mirror, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
1950s Italian modernist shaped beveled mirror with lacquered walnut frame and brass scroll decoration in the style of Gio Ponti. This exquisite mirror has a beautifully shaped wood ...
Brass
$1,999Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 8.6 in W 9.4 in D 12.6 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in richly and d...
Metal
Franco Luce Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970s
By Franco Luce
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant chandelier with six opaline glass lampshades supported by a gold-plated hardware by Franco Luce, Murano, Italy, 1970s. Diameter 25 inch - 64 cm. height fixture 19 inch - 48 ...
Gold Plate, Brass
Max Ingrand for Fontana Art pendant light. Italy c1950
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
Rare Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte pendant light. Brass and acid etched glass. (A model that hasn't been copied!)
Brass
Pivot Single Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms in Brass
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
The Pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
Brass
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Discover the allure of French craftsmanship with this charming and compact oak buffet from the 1940s. Despite its smaller size, this piece exudes timeless elegance and showcases the ...
Oak
$9,990
H 15.36 in W 34.26 in D 3.94 in
Bertil Vallien Rare Wrought Iron Fire Screen, circa 1960, Sweden
By Bertil Vallien
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful and rare Bertil Vallien wrought iron fire screen. Boda edition, circa 1960, Sweden. Rare piece on the market, very poetic and decorative object. Good original condition. He...
Wrought Iron
Swedish 1970s rustic triangular side table made from solid pine
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist pinewood table with a triangular tabletop resting on three rustic legs. Handcrafted in Sweden in the 1970s. The shape and, not least, the choice of material are typical o...
Pine
$2,906 / set
H 15.36 in W 8.27 in D 4.14 in
Pair of Art Dèco Style Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Art Deco Murano Glass Wall Lights, Black glass sphere and brass accessories. Textured Murano glass. Wiring according to the American standard with E26 or E27 lamp holder for ...
Brass
Baby Side Table with Orange Dot Roger Capron Tile
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
These tables feature new painted steel frames and a vintage lava tile from Roger Capron. Made in 1970s, these tiles vary in color and texture, resulting from the hand glazed process....
Metal
Galerie Elm Wood Side Table
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The artisanal construction methods highlight the elm woods beautiful grain pattern & knots and fissures from its past life. The most authentic materials are hand selected, and h...
Elm
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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