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Mid-Century Modern Burl Credenza by Founders
By Thomasville, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern Thomasville bar cabinet in burl. Unique design with smoked glass cabinet
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Burl Credenza by Founders
Mid-Century Modern Burl Credenza by Founders
$1,610 Sale Price
30% Off
H 29.75 in W 72.25 in D 18.25 in
Midcentury Sideboard by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern sideboard by Founders with drawer and cabinet storage. Great for home or office
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Sideboard by Founders
Midcentury Sideboard by Founders
$2,400
H 29.5 in W 77.5 in D 18 in
Extending Burl Table by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite mid-century modern dining table by Founders in beautiful bright burl wood grain. Accented
Category

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

Materials

Burl

Extending Burl Table by Founders
Extending Burl Table by Founders
$3,400
H 28.75 in W 68 in D 38 in
Burl & Brass Credenza by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century modern credenza by Founders. Designed with a combination of bright burl wood
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Burl & Brass Credenza by Founders
Burl & Brass Credenza by Founders
$2,200
H 29 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
Mid-Century Credenza by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern long cabinet by Founders with parquet diamond style front panels. Two side
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Credenza by Founders
Mid-Century Credenza by Founders
$1,800
H 29 in W 77.75 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wardrobe by Founders Furniture
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover the luxurious practicality of American mid-century modern furniture with this rare and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Solid Rosewood and Chrome Coffee Table by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage coffee table in solid planked rosewood manufactured by Founders Furniture Company, circa
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Office Credenza by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This uniquely sized vintage credenza offers a stylish combination of cabinet and drawer storage. Low profile height makes this perfect for use in an office or business environment, w...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Vintage Office Credenza by Founders
Vintage Office Credenza by Founders
$3,200
H 24 in W 77.25 in D 18 in
Modern Brass And Burlwood Parsons Style Console Table By Founders Ed
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a striking burlwood and brass console table manufactured by Founders Furniture Company. It
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Modern Campaign Style Oak Gentlemen’s Chest by Founders Furniture Patterns 35
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage modern Campaign style oak Gentleman’s chest by Founders Furniture Patterns 35
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands by Jack Cartwright for Founders - A Pair
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Elkton, MD
Offered is a stunning pair of mid-century modern nightstands manufactured in the 1960s. Crafted
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Table Cabinet by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century made side table with beautiful rosewood inlay. Drum style pedestal table with cabinet storage and octagonal shape inset. Please confirm location.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Contemporary Armchair 'Femme Deep' with White Linen by Friends&Founders
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary and minimalist armchair named 'FEMME' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Founders Mid Century Cabinet by Jack Cartwright
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Founders Furniture company designed by Jack Cartwright .
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Birch

Founders Mid Century Cabinet by Jack Cartwright
Founders Mid Century Cabinet by Jack Cartwright
$1,200
H 29.75 in W 33 in D 15.5 in
Founders Mid Century Dresser by Jack Cartwright
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
, manufactured by the Founders Furniture company designed by Jack Cartwright .
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Birch

Founders Mid Century Dresser by Jack Cartwright
Founders Mid Century Dresser by Jack Cartwright
$1,200
H 29.75 in W 33 in D 15.5 in
Pair of Large Mid Century Nightstands by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of striking oversized nightstands or small dressers by American manufacturer Founders with
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Large Mid Century Nightstands by Founders
Pair of Large Mid Century Nightstands by Founders
$3,500 / set
H 28 in W 33 in D 15.5 in
Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Deep' 3-Seater by Friends&Founders, White and Brown
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary and minimalist sofa named 'FEMME' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Modular' 5-Seater in Beige Fabric by Friends&Founders
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, IDF
&Founders Model shown on main image: - 5 seater: 425 cm - depth: 85 cm - fabric: Axel by Astrid (linen and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Contemporary Sofa 'Femme Deep' 3-Seater by Friends&Founders in White Linen
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary and minimalist sofa named 'FEMME' signed by Danish design studio Friends&Founders
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood

Mid century modern chest of drawers by jack Cartwright for founders
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern dresser by Jack Cartwright for Founders features hardwood construction
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Lacquer

Pair of mid century 4 drawer walnut dressers by founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid century 4 drawer walnut dressers by founders. Great pair of walnut dressers inset
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

Pair of mid century 4 drawer walnut dressers by founders
Pair of mid century 4 drawer walnut dressers by founders
$2,892 Sale Price
35% Off
H 31 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Patterns 23 Dining Table by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage Mid Century Founders Furniture Patterns 23 Pedestal Extension Dining Table. Walnut with
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Rosewood Frame Dining Chairs by Founders Furniture Co.
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and rare set of 6 dining chairs, by Founders Furniture Co. as part of their Patterns 15
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Extruded Aluminum and Velvet Sling Lounge Chairs by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous matched pair of extruded aluminum and velvet slung lounge chairs manufactured by Founders
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dining Table by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Round dinette table by Founders on caster wheels. Simple round design with cross stretchers and
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Founders Mid Century Walnut and Glass Display Cabinets Pair
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lutz, FL
Pair of Mid Century Modern Display/Curio Cabinets by Founders Furniture from the Patterns 23
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Solid Wood Blonde Pecan Veneered 4 Drawers Dresser by Founders MINT!
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Solid Wood Blonde Pecan Veneered 4 drawers dresser by Founders MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Walnut Bachelor’s Chest by Jack Cartwright for Founder’s Furniture
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Southampton, NJ
Classic Three Drawer Bachelors Chest designed by Jack Cartwright for Founder’s Furniture Co, 1960’s
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Restored Chestnut & Bronze 4-Drawer Large Desk by Jack Cartwright for Founders
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
manufactured by Founders in very low numbers, probably due to the quality required during its production. The
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Mid Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Jack Cartwright for Founders
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by Jack Cartwright for Founders Above average vintage condition
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Spirit (mid century modern abstract painting by artist daughter of MOMA founder)
Located in New York, NY
, daughter of the legendary developer of the Museum of Modern Art, Alfred H. Barr. There is a Fischbach
Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Crayon, Graphite

Bronze Plaque by Warner Williams for Gorham Founders
By Warner Williams
Located in Sagaponack, NY
1947 c Warner Williams Gorham Co. Founders.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Side Table by Jack Cartwright
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Side Table by Jack Cartwright
Mid-Century Modern Side Table by Jack Cartwright
$1,095
H 22 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in
Vintage Slate Top Coffee Table by Jack Cartwright for Founders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage walnut framed coffee table designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders makes a stylish
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate

Mid century 2 drawer walnut nightstand by Jack Cartwright for Founders
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Founders, mid-century modern two drawer side table / nightstand with black knobs. Made in USA Circa 1960
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Large Midcentury Cabinet by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture, circa 1960
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Pasadena, CA
This tall cabinet, designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture around 1960, reflects the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair Mid century 2 drawer walnut nightstands by Jack Cartwright for Founders
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cartwright for Founders, mid-century modern two drawer side table / nightstand with black knobs. Made in USA
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Walnut Bar Cart by Jack Cartwright for Founders manner of Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century modern bar cart designed by Jack Cartwright. Founders, maker. From the "Patterns
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Mid century walnut and cane bar cart on casters by Jack Cartwright Founders
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century walnut and cane bar cart on casters by Jack Cartwright Founders. All walnut bar cart
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Cane, Laminate, Walnut

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 48 in Espresso by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
). Experience the timeless beauty of Italian design with the ICO Bench, designed by Stamford Modern's founder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 72 in White Oak by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
). Experience the timeless beauty of Italian design with the ICO Bench, designed by Stamford Modern's founder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 54 in Natural Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
). Experience the timeless beauty of Italian design with the ICO Bench, designed by Stamford Modern's founder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Oak

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 60 in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
). Experience the timeless beauty of Italian design with the ICO Bench, designed by Stamford Modern's founder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 54 in Natural Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
). Experience the timeless beauty of Italian design with the ICO Bench, designed by Stamford Modern's founder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Mid-century Walnut and Brushed Steel Table by Jack Cartwright
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing mid-century modern table by Jack Cartwright for founder in the United States, circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Tall Dresser by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation, Drexel, Founders Furniture Company, Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century tall dresser manufactured by United Furniture. This piece is a part of the Diamond Front collection. Rightfully named for its geometric carved front drawers creating a di...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Tall Dresser by United Furniture
Mid-Century Tall Dresser by United Furniture
$2,995
H 43.75 in W 40 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Diamond Front Nine Drawer Dresser by United Furniture
By Drexel, Founders Furniture Company, United Furniture Corporation, Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century dresser manufactured by United Furniture. This piece is a part of the Diamond Front collection. Rightfully named for its geometric carved front drawers creating a diamond...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Diamond Front Nightstands by United Furniture - a Pair
By United Furniture Corporation, Drexel, Founders Furniture Company, Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century pair of nightstands. This pair is a part of the Diamond Front collection by United Furniture. Rightfully named for its geometric carved front drawers creating a diamond s...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 72 in Dark Walnut
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
). Experience the timeless beauty of Italian design with the ICO Bench, designed by Stamford Modern's founder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Sculptural ICO Bench Series 72 in Dark Walnut
Sculptural ICO Bench Series 72 in Dark Walnut
$4,800 / item
H 18 in W 72 in D 18 in
ICO Console Table in Dark Walnut
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Stamford Modern's founder, Carlos Solano, in 2025, the ICO Console Table is available in seven different
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

ICO Console Table in Dark Walnut
ICO Console Table in Dark Walnut
$5,800 / item
H 32 in W 48 in D 18 in
Crescent Console in White Oak and Bronze
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Solano, founder of Stamford Modern. This elegant piece seamlessly blends form and function. Adorned with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Crescent Console in White Oak and Bronze
Crescent Console in White Oak and Bronze
$9,600 / item
H 32 in W 36 in D 14 in
Modern Pendant Cigar in an Oval Shape and Nickel Finish, Crystal Waters
By William Brand
Located in Naarden, NL
The Crystal Waters Cigar is a modern pendant designed by William Brand, founder of Brand van Egmond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Modern Pendant Cigar in an Oval Shape and Nickel Finish, Crystal Waters
By William Brand
Located in Naarden, NL
The Crystal Waters Cigar is a modern pendant designed by William Brand, founder of Brand van Egmond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Folke Ohlsson Lounge Chair by DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Highland, IN
Classic Scandinavian Modern by the founder of DUX in the United States– Folke Ohlsson. This lovely
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Folke Ohlsson Lounge Chair by DUX
Folke Ohlsson Lounge Chair by DUX
$2,500
H 31.5 in W 28.75 in D 31 in
Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, 1980s Post modern classic design
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Single Lounge Chair by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Only one now available. This Space Age lounge chair by Founders swivels 360• silently on a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Single Lounge Chair by Founders
Single Lounge Chair by Founders
$1,900
H 30.5 in W 26 in D 27 in
Walnut Dresser by Founders with Brass Accents and Hardware
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A restored dresser that is in excellent vintage condition. The brass strips go around the front sides and top of the cabinet. The piece is comprised of nine drawers each with the ori...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Table With 2 Leaves By Milo Baughman Founders
By Founders Furniture Company, Milo Baughman
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Made by Founders Furniture Company. Very good vintage condition. Some light marks on the top. Some of
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

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Modern By Founders For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of modern by founders available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique modern by founders was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Modern by founders have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of modern by founders to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern modern by founders are of considerable interest. Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright and Milo Baughman each produced beautiful modern by founders that are worth considering.

How Much are Modern By Founders?

Prices for modern by founders start at $800 and top out at $13,500 with the average selling for $2,995.

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.