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Danish Modern Walnut Magazine Rack, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Walnut Magazine Rack, 1970s.
Mid-Century Modern magazine stand made in Denmark in the
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Modern Walnut Magazine Rack or File Box Containe
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Modern walnut magazine or file box. Beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 13 in W 16 in D 9 in
Vintage Midcentury Walnut Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff
By Washington Woodcraft, Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern walnut magazine rack. By Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft. Constructed in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Arthur Umanoff Walnut Magazine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Highland, IN
This lovely walnut magazine rack by Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft has sculptural spindles
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Arthur Umanoff Walnut Magazine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Beautifully crafted Mid-Century Modern magazine or book rack designed by the prolific designer
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Unique Midcentury Walnut Magazine Rack
Located in San Diego, CA
Very unique midcentury walnut / brass / cat gut strings magazine rack, circa 1960s. The piece may
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Italian Modernist Solid Walnut Magazine Rack
By Franco Albini
Located in Skokie, IL
Italian modernist solid walnut magazine rack.
Maker unknown. Italian solid walnut magazine rack
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
MCM Arthur Umanoff Walnut Magazine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Vallejo, CA
A mid century walnut magazine rack designed by Arthur Umanoff. Oval with vertical spindles around
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
American Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
A solid walnut magazine rack from the late 1950s by Arthur Umanoff. Formed by two intersecting
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Giant Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff in Walnut
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This handsome magazine rack by Arthur Umanoff is the "Big Boy" at just under 31". The oily, deep
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Italian Solid Walnut & Brass Magazine Rack by Cesare Lacca
By Cesare Lacca
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern Italian solid walnut and brass foldable magazine rack by Cesare Lacca, circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 19.5 in W 19.75 in D 11 in
Julius Jirasek Style Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walnut Brass Magazine Rack 1950s
By Julius Jirasek
Located in Vienna, AT
A Julius Jirasek style Mid-Century Modern vintage solid walnut and brass magazine rack or newspaper
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 16.15 in W 13.47 in D 6.3 in
Henry P. Glass Walnut and Naugahyde Magazine Rack
By Henry P. Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Attractive Henry P. Glass magazine rack with sculpted walnut legs assembled using sophisticated
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut, Naugahyde
Italian Gio Ponti Inspired Brass and Walnut Magazine Rack
By Vittorio Dassi, Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Romeo Rega
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Gio Ponti inspired brass and walnut magazine rack.
This unusual Italian midcentury
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Multi Adjustable Modernist Wall Hanging Walnut Magazine Display Rack
Located in Ferndale, MI
Wall mount walnut magazine display stand. Taller than most at almost five feet. Multiple Masonite
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Italian Foldable Magazine Rack in Walnut and Brass with Illustrations
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Foldable magazine stand, walnut, brass, Italy, 1950s.
This elegant and slender magazine holder
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 21.26 in W 19.3 in D 10.63 in
1950s Craftsman Architect Walnut Spoked and Somersaulting Magazine Paper Rack
By Washington Woodcraft
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Somersault from the Wider to the Taller Rack Position. All joinery tight. Well made piece of
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 14 in W 22 in D 16 in
Vintage Mid-Century Magazine Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary 1950s Arthur Umanoff magazine rack that is in good condition and has been restored
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer, Wood
Antique Italian Classic Carved Walnut Magazine Rack Blue Velvet Florentine Lily
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Antique Italian classic carved walnut magazine rack blue velvet Florentine lily.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 24.81 in W 21.66 in D 13 in
Mid Century Solid Walnut Spindle Magazine Rack Stand by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Jose, CA
organizing rack is constructed of solid walnut and is perfect for displaying light reading material.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 14.5 in W 20.75 in D 8.25 in
Italian Mid Century Modern Folding Magazine Rack by Cesare Lacca
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Plainview, NY
A folding magazine rack crafted by tCesare Lacca ( Italian - Born 1929- 1978 ). This exquisite
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Peter Pepper Product Hanging Magazine Rack
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Peter Pepper product walnut and orange painted Masonite wall magazine rack. Great color combo! All
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut, Masonite
Mid-Century Solid Walnut Magazine Rack in the Style of Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-century solid walnut magazine rack in the style of Arthur Umanoff for American Woodcraft, circa
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Larger Walnut Oval Magazine Rack Attribute to Arthur Umanoff for Washington Wood
By Washington Woodcraft, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome walnut oval magazine rack in the larger size attributed to Arthur Umanoff for Washington
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 14.75 in W 31 in D 9 in
Mid-Century Solid Walnut Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff for American Woodcraft
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-century solid walnut magazine rack by Arthur Umanoff for American Woodcraft, circa 1950s. This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 18.5 in W 20 in D 7 in
Mid Century Modern Josef Frank Style Magazine Rack And Side Table
By Josef Frank
Located in San Carlos, CA
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Magazine Rack that doubles as a sophisticated Side Table. This unique piece is
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut, Pine
Cesare Lacca Mid-Century Modern Italian Wicker and Brass Magazine Rack, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian, mid-century modern, walnut, wicker and brass, Cesare Lacca magazine rack folds away from
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.41 in W 19.69 in D 10.63 in
Cesare Lacca Walnut and Brass Bar Cart with Magazine Rack, Italy 1950s
By Cesare Lacca, Angelo De Baggis
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous Mid-Century bar cart with magazine rack and bar cart. This wonderful piece was designed
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Metal
H 22.84 in W 20.28 in D 16.15 in
Midcentury Italian Magazine Rack Walnut Briar effect with Brass Handles, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Italian Midcentury magazine rack in an elegant formica with a walnut briar effect and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 15.36 in W 12.6 in D 4.14 in
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Magazine Holder
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 Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Steel
Design Magazine Rack by Cesare Lacca 1960, Italy
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Beautiful design magazine rack designed by Cesare Lacca from Italy in the 60s.
The rack is made
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Cesare Lacca Mid-Century Modern Wood Magazine Rack and Bar Cart, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing Mid-Century Modern wood magazine rack and bar cart. This wonderful piece was designed in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 22.84 in W 20.08 in D 16.15 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Ebonized Walnut Magazine Holder by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
This refined Mid-Century Modern magazine holder was realized by the esteemed American designer
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 19 in W 7.5 in D 20 in
Midcentury Magazine Rack in the Manner of Ico Parisi, Italy
By Ico Parisi
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Introducing a professionally restored sleek and stylish midcentury magazine rack, reminiscent of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Burr Wanut Bevan Funnell Magazine Newspaper Rack Stunning Timber Patina
By Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Bevan Funnell burr walnut magazine newspaper rack
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 22.64 in W 15.95 in D 10.24 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Magazine Tree Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Utrecht, NL
Magazine tree, model 4765 by American designer Edward Wormley executed in birch and sap grain
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Mid-Century French Bendwood Bamboo and Palm Rattan Magazine Rack
Located in Dallas, TX
Keep your newspapers and magazines organized and neat in this elegant vintage book holder. Crafted
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Rattan, Bamboo, Bentwood
Midcentury Cesare Lacca Wood and Brass Italian Foldable Magazine Rack, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury lacquered wood magazine rack. It was designed by Cesare Lacca produced in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 21.26 in W 17.72 in D 11.03 in
Mid-Century Cesare Lacca Black Lacquered Beech Wood Italian Magazine Rack, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful magazine rack in black lacquered beech wood with removable mid-century shelves. Cesare
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood, Beech
H 13.39 in W 22.84 in D 12.6 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Folding Magazine Holder by Cesare Lacca
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Buffalo, NY
Italian, Mid-Century Modern, walnut and brass, magazine holder by Cesare Lacca folds up from it's
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Folding Magazine Holder by Cesare Lacca
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian, Mid-Century Modern, walnut and brass, magazine holder by Cesare Lacca folds up from it's
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Magazine Tree by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An olive green stained walnut magazine tree with cantilevered shelves.
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
1960s Cesare Lacca Magazine Holder
By Cesare Lacca
Located in New York, NY
1960s modern folding Italian magazine holder by Cesare Lacca. made of walnut and rattan with brass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Rare Early 1946 Architectural Modern Sundar & Ferar Magazine Holder Lucite
Located in Fraser, MI
Rare and Early Architectural Modern Magazine Holder.
Bent transparent war era plastic.
Walnut
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Vintage 1940s Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Lucite, Maple
Folding Wood Magazine Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Folding Magazine Rack in a Walnut Finish. Danish Design feel but his one is probably made in
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Vintage 1970s Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
American Mid Century Modern Walnut & Leather Modernist Paper Desk Tray
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in San Diego, CA
Single letter desk tray with solid walnut walls and leather insert, circa 1970s freshly refinished
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Magazine Holder In The Style Of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
Rakish 1950's Italian magazine stand made of brass and walnut with geometric cutouts and sharply
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Magazine Holder Chair Sculpture by Allen Ditson, 1950's
By Allen Ditson
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Allen Ditson walnut and cord magazine holder, in the shape of a small chair, circa late 1950s. This
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Cord, Walnut
Pastoe Magazine-holder designed by Cees Braakman, Dutch Design, 1954
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Sleek walnut top with black wrought metal frame and mesh magazine holder.
Dimensions:55W x 50H x 50D
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
H 19.69 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Peter Pepper Black and White Wall-Mounted Magazine Holders
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wall-mounted magazine holders by Peter Pepper Products of Wilmington, CA (circa 1970s). Composed of
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
1950’s Studio Craft Magazine Tree in the Style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a The 1950s Studio Craft Magazine Tree embodies the DIY Dunbar style, reminiscent of the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
H 27.5 in W 16.75 in D 24 in
Record Stand in Solid Walnut by Elliott Marks
Located in Glendale, CA
Solid California black walnut LP record stand in 4 parts. Sides fit into notches In base to create
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2010s North American Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Italian "Servomuto" Valet Trouser Press by Fratelli Reguitti in Walnut
By Ico Parisi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian "Servomuto" valet trouser press by Fratelli Reguitti in walnut
Measures cm: H 102, W 50
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Aluminum
H 40.16 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in
Rare Interlace Piece Newspaper Tray by Tony Paul in Brass and Walnut
By Tony Paul, Woodlin-Hall
Located in Berlin, DE
Interlace piece by Tony Paul for Woodlin-Hall in brass and walnut. Price is for one item, only one
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
A for Ara, Contemporary, Floor Standing Speakers, Walnut, Gold Leaf, 2010s
By A for Ara
Located in Stamford, CT
immediately
A fine walnut dot inlaid horn on an ebony base with amplifier.
An embrace with the art of
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2010s Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Decorative Basket in Rattan and Wicker by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century basket in curved rattan and wicker with a blond walnut knob. This lovely
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wicker, Walnut, Rattan
H 24.02 in Dm 13.78 in
Argentine Rosewood Slung Leather Luggage Rack from Costantini, Valerio in Stock
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Valerio Luggage rack features a solid Argentine Rosewood frame and a slung leather seat to
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2010s Argentine Modern Luggage Racks
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 21 in W 26 in D 18 in
Manks Magazine rack
By Arturo Verástegui
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
magazine rack demonstrates how design can lead us to think outside the box. How bookends can be different
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2010s Mexican Modern Bookends
Materials
Steel
Restored Arthur Umanoff Solid Walnut Magazine Rack Surfboard Coffee Table
By Grete Jalk, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Arthur Umanoff designed the mother of all magazine racks, or perhaps the most innovative coffee
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th CENTURY MAGAZINE RACK IN BRIAR AND SOLID WALNUT
Located in Firenze, FI
This magazine rack is a unique piece, characterized by its elegance and refinement. Made entirely
Category
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Walnut
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Modern Walnut Magazine Rack For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the modern walnut magazine rack you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A modern walnut magazine rack — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a modern walnut magazine rack, we have 366 options in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the modern walnut magazine rack you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each modern walnut magazine rack bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made modern walnut magazine rack has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Arthur Umanoff, Cesare Lacca and Washington Woodcraft are consistently popular.
How Much is a Modern Walnut Magazine Rack?
The average selling price for a modern walnut magazine rack at 1stDibs is $1,437, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $69,300 for the highest priced.
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 legendary 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.
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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