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Pair of T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Enameled Dressers, 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Original Widdicomb to inside drawer. Versatile. Classic. Timeless. Additional shipping options
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 33.5 in W 36 in D 20.25 in
1960s T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Three Drawers Mahogany Dresser Chest
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
.
Style: Mid-Century Modern.
Designer: Terence Harold Robsjohn Gibbings.
Manufacturer: Modern Original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 32.75 in W 36 in D 20.5 in
Restored Modern Original Desk by Widdicomb, c. 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Wilton, CT
mid-century furniture making. This rare desk from Widdicomb's MODERN ORIGINAL collection, c. 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Two Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Credenzas
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Iconic mid-century modern! This set of two from Widdicomb's "Modern Originals", designed by T.H
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Original T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Rectilinear Cabinet Credenza for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Rare cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Signed with label on drawer. The doors have a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 70 in W 54 in D 20.25 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Dinning Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Dinning Table For Widdicomb.
From Robsjohn-Gibbings Modern Original Line
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
12 Drawer Mahogany Dresser C. G. Kimerly Widdicomb, circa 1946
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., C.G. Kimerly
Located in Camden, ME
condition. See photos.
This piece is part of The Widdicomb Modern Originals Flexi-Unit series (initially
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Berlin, DE
Triangular table by Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1950s, USA in original vintage condition.
T.H
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Early James Wylie Widdicomb Sliding Door Dresser Chest Wardrobe Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
T.H.Robsjohn Gibbings, the chest has the "Widdicomb Modern Original" label in the top right drawer. Two sliding
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 43.25 in W 51.5 in D 18.5 in
Pair of Widdicomb Lacquered Nightstands
By C.G. Kimerly, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Widdicomb Modern Originals Flexi-Unit series (initially known as the Horizontal Vertical Sectional Modern
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sideboard with Dresser Top
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Original Robsjohn-Gibbings sideboard with dresser top, labeled Widdicomb Modern Original and with a
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Birch, Mahogany, Walnut
Set of Eight T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings Modern Originals Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb "Modern Originals" dining chairs. Two arm chairs
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Mahogany
Robsjohn Gibbings Original Biomorphic Freeform Walnut and Brass Coffee Table
By John Stuart Inc., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Original iconic biomorphic Freeform coffee table designed by TH Robsjohn Gibbings and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Night Stands by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
mahogany finish with brass pulls.
Labeled "Modern Original Widdicomb".
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Custom Palm Leaf Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb circa 1948
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
August 1948 and the original "Modern Original Widdicomb" tag.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 16 in W 48 in L 16 in
T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Lacquered Desk
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
label in the center desk drawer that reads "Modern Original Widdicomb"
The original circular pulls have
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Dresser or Media Cabinet by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Austin, TX
"Modern original Widdicomb." Very good original condition with all shelves, glass and original finish
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 62 in W 54 in D 20.25 in
Widdicomb Modern Original Three Drawer Walnut Commode
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb Modern Original art deco three drawer commode with figured walnut drawer fronts. Picture
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Classic Modern Regency 3-Drawer Dresser / Chest Widdicomb Modern Original
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
, superior quality and construction,, dove tail joinery ,solid mahogany .Retains Original / Modern Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Original Midcentury Rare Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Lounge Chair Widdicomb
By Paul McCobb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
All original midcentury rare Paul McCobb symmetric group low lounge chair by Widdicomb. Solid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Original Midcentury Rare Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Lounge Chair Widdicomb
By Paul McCobb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
All original midcentury rare Paul McCobb symmetric group low lounge chair by Widdicomb. Solid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Walnut Mirror by George Nakashima for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Walnut mirror, designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, circa 1950s. Retains warm original
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood
Walnut Mirror by George Nakashima for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Walnut mirror, designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, circa 1950s. Retains warm original
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Widdicomb White Nightstands
By C.G. Kimerly, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Modern Originals Flexi-Unit series (initially known as the Horizontal Vertical Sectional Modern series
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Widdicomb Night Stands
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, C.G. Kimerly, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
the Widdicomb Modern Originals Flexi-Unit series (initially known as the Horizontal Vertical Sectional
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Widdicomb Dressers with Brass Ring Pulls
By C.G. Kimerly, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
of The Widdicomb Modern Originals Flexi-Unit series (initially known as the Horizontal Vertical
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bookcase for Widdicomb Furniture Company, 1949
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
sliding glass doors. Signed on bottom with 'Modern Original by Widdicomb' label and stamped in black 8/49
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs in Original Fabric
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Astoria, NY
Widdicomb. The chairs are crafted in mahogany and have been recently reupholstered with their original
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Cane Top Mahogany Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
’ signature understated Mid-Century Modern style.
Retains original Widdicomb label and year and model
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Chests or Dressers Brass Ring Pulls
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, NY
#9. Bleached mahogany with a rich color and retains original Widdicomb modern label.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 36 in D 20.5 in
Widdicomb Bleached Walnut Beveled Front & Drop Rings Dresser
Located in Chicago, IL
Nine panel beveled front six drawer cabinet from John Widdicomb's Modern Original line. Often
Category
Vintage 1940s American Dressers
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Nightstands
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
'Modern Original by Widdicomb' label and stamped in black 1/49 105 L and 8/49 105 R along with a
Category
20th Century American Night Stands
Materials
Nickel
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Flame Mahogany Dining Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Robsjohn-Gibbings labeled Widdicomb Modern Original.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Four Early "Modern Originals" Armchairs by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Danville, CA
Set of four armchairs by Widdicomb c.1942. One of Gibbings' early designs bridges the Deco and
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Early "Modern Originals" Dining Table by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Danville, CA
Early Walnut Dining table with cross-grain banded top. The top and legs are chamfered with bead trim. Refinished in dark brown hand-rubbed lacquer. Two 14" leaves extend the table...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Low / Vanity Stool / Ottoman, Completely Original
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Kansas City, MO
Low stool, ottoman, or vanity stool designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. Walnut base with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 16.75 in W 27 in D 18 in
Pair TH Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Lounge Chairs in Original as Found Condition
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Ferndale, MI
Elegant pair of Robsjohn Gibbings armchairs produced by Widdicomb furniture. Upholstered back and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 30 in W 32 in D 28 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mahogany End Table Nightstand
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Widdicomb Modern original with brass ring pull offers both open storage at 9 inches height and a drawer at
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mahogany Extendable Dining Table, 1940s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
table. Retains early “Widdicomb — Modern Original” label.
Offered in unrestored vintage condition with
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
H 29 in W 93.75 in D 40 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Saber Leg Klismos Dining Table 1950s Original
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Possibly our favorite dining table, a 1955 Widdicomb saber leg table designed by T.H. Robsjohn
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 29 in W 68 in D 40 in
Impeccable Original Upholstered T.H. Robsjohn Slipper Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in South Charleston, WV
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in its original upholstery. Fabric is in exquisite condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Original Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Dining Table with Leaf
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in North Miami, FL
This iconic design by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb is in wonderful original condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Gentleman's Cabinet by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
. Signed with decal manufacturer's label to drawer: [Modern Original Widdicomb].
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mahogany desk by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hoboken, NJ
\"Modern Original Widdicomb\" in central drawer. Desk is finished in the back as well so could be used in
Category
Vintage 1950s English Desks
Cocktail Table, Model 1759 by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed with applied manufacturer's label to underside: [Modern Original Widdicomb].
Category
20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Robsjohn-Gibbings Desk for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
oxidation. The middle drawer has a label that reads “Modern Original, Widdicomb”. It is 29 ¾” high, 48
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 1940s Modern Chests by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
A very handsome pair of 1940s modern originals three-drawer chests by Widdicomb. Beautiful scale
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Dining Table With Two Leaves
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Houston, TX
, labeled Widdicomb modern original (model #200). This piece was originally housed at the salon of the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bachelor Chests for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of Widdicomb, Modern Originals, 3-drawer bachelor chests by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Bleached
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Widdicomb Chests
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Widdicomb Modern Original label in top drawer.
These pieces are located in our Center 44
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Commode for Widdicomb Attributed to Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Modern Originals group, which Widdicomb hired Carl Malmsten to design.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Dressers
Materials
Oak
White Lacquered Six Drawer Dresser by Widdicomb
Located in Asheville, NC
Widdicomb 'Modern Original,' and quite possibly a Robsjohn-Gibbings design. Base 70", top 68" long. A great
Category
20th Century American Dressers
Materials
Brass
Robsjohn Gibbings Ebonized Breakfront, with Rare Original Eglomise Glass Panels
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
, with original Widdicomb, label still intact.
Please call 1st to be sure item is in the gallery for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 77.5 in W 71 in D 17 in
Pair of Commodes for Widdicomb Attributed to Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Modern Originals group, which Widdicomb hired Carl Malmsten to design.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Robsjohn-Gibbings Sideboard with Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Houston, TX
Original Robsjohn-Gibbings sideboard with dresser top, labeled Widdicomb Modern Original and with a
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Six Drawer Dresser by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
label, "Widdicomb Modern Original." Price does not include shipping. For more information and to see our
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Set of Ten "Modern Originals" Dining Chairs by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bridport, CT
Set of ten dining chairs from T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb "Modern Originals" collection
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Widdicomb 12-Drawer Chest
By C.G. Kimerly, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
is part of The Widdicomb Modern Originals Flexi-Unit series (initially known as the Horizontal
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Dressers
Midcentury Parsons Sofa by John Widdicomb in Original Cognac Leather and Down
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Framingham, MA
Rare and stunning Parsons style sofa by John Widdicomb. Built to stand the test of time, Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 27 in W 96 in D 37 in
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Modern Original Widdicomb For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modern original widdicomb for your home. Each modern original widdicomb for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and brass. There are many kinds of the modern original widdicomb you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A modern original widdicomb, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modern original widdicomb over the years, but those crafted by Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Paul McCobb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Modern Original Widdicomb?
A modern original widdicomb can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,875, while the lowest priced sells for $1,760 and the highest can go for as much as $7,920.
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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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