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History of The American People, French Book in 2 Volumes by André Maurois, 1955
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Histoire du Peuple Americain (History of the American People), French book in two volumes by André
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Books

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Paper

The Industrial Heritage of the United States French Book by Louis Bergeron, 2000
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
offers a different reading of American history over the last three centuries. Through the magnifying
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

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Paper

The United States 1898 to 1933, French Book by Y.H. Nouailhat, 1973
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
the history of the United States. It's the end of the new era. The book is filled with many period
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Books

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Paper

Normandie, The Epic of the Giant of the Seas, French Book by Bruno Foucart, 1985
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
operation history from 1935 to 1939. He was appointed to elucidate the circumstances of its fire in 1942
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

The Industrial Heritage of The United States, French Book by Louis Bergeron 2000
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
work offers a different reading of American history over the last three centuries. This book questions
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

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Paper

Eadweard Muybridge and the Photographic Panorama of San Francisco, French Book
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
history of city view-making. Eadweard Muybridge and the Photographic Panorama of San Francisco, 1950-1880
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1990s Canadian Modern Books

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Paper

Kiki and Montparnasse 1900-1930, French Book by Billy Kluver, 1989
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Twenties. She became one of the most famous models of the 20th century and in the history of avant-garde
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

Paris in the Thirties, French Book by Jacques Lanzmann, 1987
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
almost modern Paris with its ads, its soup kitchens (now "restos du cœur"), its Fouquet's, its Eiffel
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

The Cars in Posters, French Book by Thierry Favre, 2007
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Schweitzer, this book unveils a formidable collection of graphic posters illustrating automobile history
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

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Paper

Paris Mythique, Mythical Paris, French-English Book by Parigramme, 2013
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paris Mythique, 100 Photos de Legende (Mythical Paris, 100 Legendary Photographs), French and English book published by Parigramme. Has a city ever been photographed as much as Paris...
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2010s French Modern Books

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Paper

Secret and Unusual Paris, French Book by Rodolphe Trouilleux, 2003
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paris Secret et Insolite (Secret and Unusual Paris), French book by Rodolphe Trouilleux. Under the cobblestones, surprises: forgotten dead-ends, a cloister converted into workshops, ...
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

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Paper

From Marseille to New York 1940-1945, French/English Book, by Bernard Noel, 1985
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Marseille - New York. 1940-1945, une liaison surrealiste (Marseille - New York. 1940-1945, a surrealistic link), French/English book by Bernard Noel, 1985. Through archival photograp...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

1925 The Memory Years, French Book by Editions Larousse, 1988
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
1925, Les Années-Mémoire (1925, The Memory Years), French book by Editions Larousse, 1988. Relive the year 1925 as if you were there. This volume will make you relive, with emotion, ...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

New York, Humanity by Cubic Foot, French Book by David Lachterman, 1966
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
New York, L'Humanite au Metre Cube (New York, Humanity by Cubic Foot), French book by David Lachterman, 1966. About this book, the author said: "Anything that can be written about Ne...
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Books

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Paper

Art, Woman and Cars, French Book by Gilles Neret, 1989
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
L’Art, la Femme et L’Automobile, (Art, Woman and Cars), French Book by Gilles Néret and Hervé Poulain, 1989. When cars started appearing at the end of the 19th century, people hesita...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

Telephone from Yesterday and Today, French Book by Claude Perardel, 1992
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Telephone d'hier et d'aujourd'hui, (Telephone from Yesterday and Today), French book, by Christian Altier et Claude Perardel, 1992. An illustrated retrospective of telephones in Fran...
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1990s French Modern Books

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Paper

Paris 1925, French Book by Armand Lanoux, 1957
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paris 1925, French book by Armand Lanoux, published by Editions Robert Delpire, Paris in 1957. 1925, which only raised sarcasm yesterday, softened suddenly. We say retro for the fift...
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Books

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Paper

Paris 1919 - 1929 Art and Culture, French Book by Vincent Bouvet, 2009
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paris 1919 - 1929 Art, Vie et Culture (art, life, and culture), French book by Vincent Bouvet et Gérad Durozoi, 2009. Paris was an international melting pot of arts and letters durin...
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

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Paper

New York Vertical, Photographs Book by Horst Hamann, 2000
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
New York Vertical, English Book by Horst Hamann, 2000. This book offers a new perspective on New York, the American metropolis. This award-winning pictorial tribute to the world's mo...
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Early 2000s American Modern Books

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Paper

New York Photographs, Book by Andreas Feininger, 1964
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
New York Photographs, Book by Andreas Feininger, 1964. This is a stunning photographic document of its time: A portrait of New York. Color and black and white photo-reproductions by ...
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Books

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Paper

Miniature Rooms Book, The Thorne Rooms at the Art Institute of Chicago, 1983
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Miniature Rooms: The Thorne Rooms at the Art Institute of Chicago," by Kathleen Aguilar and Michael Anderson. Generations of visitors to the Art Institute of Chicago have been fasci...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Books

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Paper

History of Modern Furniture by Karl Mang (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
years of furniture design, 'The History of Modern Furniture' is also noteworthy as an examination of the
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20th Century Books

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Paper

History of Modern Furniture by Karl Mang (Book)
History of Modern Furniture by Karl Mang (Book)
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Mid-Century Modern Curved-Front Night Stands by Young Furniture Co.
By Young Furniture 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Burl Wood China Cabinet by Lane Furniture. Circa 1960s
By Lane Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Modern Burl Wood China Cabinet by Lane Furniture. Attributed to Roland Carter, in the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Burl

Lawrence Peabody Modern Sofa for Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
. Craft Associates Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. They strive to craft a product
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2010s American Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Walnut

“Classics of Modern Furniture, Alivar”, 1991
By Alivar
Located in London, GB
regarding the origin and history of the furniture design. There is an intentional blurring of the scholarly
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Late 20th Century British Books

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Paper

Ezra Stoller, a Photographic History of Modern American Architecture
Located in New York City, NY
A captivating history of 20th century Modern American architecture, as seen through the eyes of a
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

Suite of Three Progressive Modern Industries Stamped Artist Art School Stools
By Modern Industry
Located in GB
stamped Modern Industries Product These are a lovely decorative set of midcentury oak stools, they came
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Oak

History Of Modern Art by Arnason, H. H., Mansfield, Elizabeth C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
History Of Modern Art By Arnason, H. H.; Mansfield, Elizabeth C. For undergraduate course in
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paper

Georgia Solid Wood Conference Table by Autonomous Furniture
By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
. Commissioned by the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board, this table pays homage to their history and culture with Indigenous
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2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Metal, Steel

Mid Century 'Oceanic' Sculpted Walnut Dresser by Pulaski Furniture Corp, c1960s
By Pulaski Furniture Corporation
Located in Chino Hills, CA
listing. Don't miss the opportunity to own a slice of design history; this Pulaski Furniture Co 'Oceanic
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Formica, Walnut

Expertly Restored - Allan Gould String Lounge Chair for Functional Furniture
By Allan Gould, Functional Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Iron

Lawrence Peabody Modern Coffee Table for Craft Associates Furniture
By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody modern coffee table for Craft Associates Furniture This Lawrence Peabody modern
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Expertly Restored - Finn Juhl Side / End Table for Baker Furniture
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Sycamore, Walnut

Mid-Century End Table attr. Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Trenton, NJ
best of vintage modern furniture, offering a stylish testament to the era's iconic minimalism. Crafted
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Wood

Pink and Blue Floral Design Handwoven Wool Modern Turkish Oushak Rug 6'4" x 9'2"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This modern Turkish oushak rug is a stunning piece of art that has been handwoven using traditional
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2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Side by Table Mastercraft Furniture
By Mastercraft
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century / Hollywood Regency Burl Wood Side Table by Mastercraft Furniture. Circa Mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Shaanxi History Museum Shaanxi History Museum, by Feng Gengwu, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Shaanxi History Museum Shaanxi History Museum, by Feng Gengwu. Published by Shaanxi Tourism
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books

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Paper

1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboard/ Credenza by Bernhardt Furniture
By Bernhardt
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern sideboard/ credenza by Bernhardt Furniture. Circa 1960s Features a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Brass

Lawrence Peabody Modern White Dining Chairs for Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody modern white dining chairs for Craft Associates furniture These Lawrence
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Maple

Modern Olisippo Dining Table, Patagonia Stone, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Olisippo modern dining table draws inspiration from the ancient history of Lisbon, embodying its
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Tables

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Carrara Marble, Marble, Onyx, Granite, Brass

Fine Arts Furniture Co. Elegant Mahogany Three Drawer Writing Table
By Fine Arts Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and modern mahogany three drawer writing table from Fine Arts Furniture, Grand Rapids MI, a
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20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Modern Olisippo Dining Table, Glass Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Olisippo modern console table draws inspiration from the ancient history of Lisbon, embodying its
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Stainless Steel, Brass

Mid-Century Four Drawer Dresser by Mengel Furniture- attr. Raymond Loewy
By Raymond Loewy, Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in Trenton, NJ
them a pioneer in the furniture industry, particularly during the mid-20th century when modern design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser with Lacquered Accent Drawers
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Modern Pottery by Suzy Goodelman for Craft Associates Furniture, 1912-SG
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
texture. Craft Associates Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a
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2010s American Modern Pottery

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Clay

Mahogany & Leather Queen Bed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA Made
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
words, “Designing furniture that will become a part of a family’s history is one of the things I love
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1990s Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Leather, Wood

1948 Pair of Two-Door Cabinets by Eliel Saarinen & Swanson Johnson Furniture Co
By Eliel Saarinen, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Pair of matching serpentine-leg 2-door credenzas/cabinets by Johnson Furniture
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Cabinets

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Metal

A Pair of High Chests by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of high chests designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture were produced in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern “Rythm” Walnut Coffee Table with Travertine Stone by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Cabinet Dresser in Black and Dark Wood
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Munster, IN
unique Mid-Century Modern features. Originally sold by Bassett Furniture, this piece was built to last
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Wood

Mid Century Modern Walnut Rythm Coffee Table with Travertine Top by Lane, c1960s
By Lane Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
We present to you an exquisite piece of design history - a vintage mid-century modern coffee table
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine

A Pair of Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Nightstands. Circa 1960s.
By Lane Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Nightstands. Circa 1960s. Feature a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s.
By Lane Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s. Feature a monumental
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Modern Black and White Vases by Suzy Goodelman for Craft Associates Furniture
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Suzy Goodelman Distributor: Craft Associates Furniture Period/model: New Specs: Clay
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2010s American Modern Pottery

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Clay

Modern Ceramic Vase by Suzy Goodelman for Craft Associates Furniture,  1910-SG
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
texture. Craft Associates Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a
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2010s American Modern Pottery

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Clay

Mid Century Modern Full Size Headboard by Coleman of Virginia. Circa 1960s
By Coleman Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Full Size Headboard by Coleman of Virginia. Circa 1960s Features a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

Natural History Illustrations: Amphibians, Reptiles, and Mammals, 1793
Located in Langweer, NL
This image is an illustration from a natural history work, a collection titled "Getreue
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Antique 1790s Prints

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Paper

McGuire Late 20th Modern Rattan Woven Rawhide Green Chenille Cushion Sofa Settee
By McGuire
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage modern rattan & woven rawhide sofa or settee with loose green chenille cushions
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Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Settees

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Leather, Chenille, Rattan

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern "Far East Collection" Arm Chairs by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

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Modern History Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of modern history furniture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of brass, metal and wood, every piece of modern history furniture was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of modern history furniture, we have 15 options in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of modern history furniture bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Empire hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of modern history furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by History Never Repeats, Aaron Saxton and Maria Armada are consistently popular.

How Much is a Modern History Furniture?

Prices for a piece of modern history furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $11,960, while the average can fetch as much as $1,822.
Questions About Modern History Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019

    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.