Night table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This night table is designed by Mojmir Pozar for the Czech publisher UP Zavody in the 1960s.
Vintage 1960s Slovak Night Stands
Glass, Wood
Night table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This night table is designed by Mojmir Pozar for the Czech publisher UP Zavody in the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
Night table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This night table is designed by Mojmir Pozar for the Czech publisher UP Zavody in the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
Modular Desk Set with White Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3
By M. Požár
Located in Żory, PL
This vintage furniture set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced in the 1960s in the Czech Republic.
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modular Desk and Storage Unit by Mojmír Požár, UP Závody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid-Century Modern multifunctional modular furniture set designed by Mojmír Požár and manufactured by UP Závody in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
$1,366Sale Price|20% Off
1960 Sideboard by Mojmir Pozar, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
- Wooden veneered construction, black lacquered legs and drawer handles - Upper surfaces black opaxite glass, rubbed on the chest of drawers with sliding glass. - Original preserv...
Wood
Modular Set by Designer Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
- Wooden veneered construction - Upper surfaces black opaxite glass - Glass bears signs of use, small fragments - Original condition preserved. - Cleaned up.
Glass, Wood
1960s Pair of Midcentury Bedside Tables by Mojmir Požár, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Made of wood , glass - Wood cleaned. - Good, original condition.
Glass, Wood
Sideboards by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top – (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 18.12 in
Midcentury nightstand by Mojmír Požár, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This nightstand/bedside table was designed by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Glass, Wood, Beech
Console Table by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top, (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Console Table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top, (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 47.64 in D 16.93 in
Midcentury glazed cabinet-bookcase by Mojmír Požár, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
It was designed by the famous architect Mojmír Požár for UP Závody. It´s made of beech wood, ash wood and has a black glass on the top.
Glass, Wood, Ash, Beech
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
Fully renovated midcentury nightstand by Mojmír Požár, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This nightstand/bedside table was designed by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Glass, Wood, Beech
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
Fully renovated midcentury nightstand by Mojmír Požár, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This nightstand/bedside table was designed by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Wood, Beech, Mahogany
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
Fully renovated midcentury nightstand by Mojmír Požár, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This nightstand/bedside table was designed by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Wood, Beech, Mahogany
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
Pair of fully renovated bedside tables by Mojmír Požár, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These nightstands/bedside tables were designed by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Glass, Wood, Beech
Unavailable
H 63.78 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Mid century chest of drawers by mojmír Požár for UP Závody, 1960´s
By Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Multi-purpose cabinet or chest of drawers, designed by Mojmír Požár for ÚP Závody in the 1960s. Made in a combination of ash, elm, maple wood.
Wood, Ash, Elm, Maple
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 64.97 in D 47.25 in
1960's Mid Century Modular Set by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Brno, CZ
This Mid Century Modern Modular Set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced by UP Zavody, Bucovice factory in 1960’s Czechoslovakia.
Glass, Opaline Glass, Beech
1970s Modular Desk
By Up Závody, M. Požár, Frantisek Mezulanik
Located in Brno, CZ
This desk was part of a modular living room set and was designed in collaboration by architects Frantisek Mezulanik with Mojmir Pozar. The set was produced by UP Zavody in their fact...
Beech, Oak
Unavailable
H 32 in W 15.75 in D 17 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Floating Nightstands + Black Glass Tops, c. 1950s
By Up Závody
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Modern freestanding nightstands by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, C. 1950s featuring a distinctive mix of materials - warm beechwood, white pulls and black glass tops.
Beech
Sideboard by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top – (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Wood
Console Table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with black opaxit on the top – (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Wood
Console Table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, White
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top, (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Wood
Nightstands by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, 1960s, Pair
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with black opaxit on the top, (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Wood
Sold
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Writing Desk with Cabinet by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody Bučovice
By Up Závody, M. Požár
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Writing desk with cabinet by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody Bucovice in very good original condition with slight traces of usage.
Opaline Glass, Wood
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H 29.14 in W 47.25 in L 29.14 in
Midcentury Desk or Console Table by Mojmír Požár for UP Bučovice, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Żory, PL
Midcentury small desk which can also be used as a console table. Designed by Mojmír Požár in 1957 and manufactured by UP Bucovice in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
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H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Modular Desk Set with Black Glass Top by Mojmir Pozar, 1960s, Set of 3
By M. Požár
Located in Żory, PL
This vintage furniture set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced in the 1960s in the Czech Republic.
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Console Side Table by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, 1960's
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, glass , plastic The legs are removable Good Original condition. Cleaned
Glass, Plastic, Wood
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H 29.93 in W 47.64 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Console Side Table by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, 1960's
By Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, glass The legs are removable Good Original condition.
Glass, Wood
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H 29.53 in W 15.75 in D 47.25 in
Midcentury Desk or Console Table by M. Požár for Up Bučovice, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Żory, PL
This midcentury small desk can also be used as a console table. It was designed by Mojmír Požár in 1957 and manufactured by UP Bučovice in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
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H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 17.33 in
Minimalist Writing Desk or Dressing Table by M. Pozar for UP Zavody 1960s
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
Exceptional mid-century writing desk designed by Mojmír Požár and produced by UP Závody in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
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H 29.53 in W 15.75 in D 47.25 in
Midcentury Desk or Console Table by M. Požár for Up Bučovice, 1960s
Located in Żory, PL
This midcentury small desk can also be used as a console table. It was designed by Mojmír Požár in 1957 and manufactured by UP Bucovice in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s.
1950s Refined Rectangular Dressing Table - Small Desk
Located in Hook, Hampshire
This is a high quality practical side table made by UP Zavody and designed by Mojmir Pozar. The table has two small drawers and sits on slim turned legs.
Birch
Table by Arch, Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage console table or writing desk designed by Architekt Mojmir Pozar in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. Good original condition.
Glass, Wood
Cabinet by Arch, Mojmír Požár for UP Závody, 1960's
By M. Požár, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage cabinet designed by architect Mojmír Požár and produced in UP Závody in former Czechoslovakia in the 1950's.
Wood
Sold
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Desk or Console Table by Mojmír Požár for UP Bučovice, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Żory, PL
Midcentury small desk which can also be used as a console table. Designed by Mojmír Požár in 1957 and manufactured by UP Bucovice in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s.
Glass, Wood
Sideboard by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top – (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Console Table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, White
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with white opaxit on the top, (rare kind of glass in middle century).
Console Table by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
This item is designed by architect and designer Mojmir Pozar. Wooden construction with black opaxit on the top – (rare kind of glass in middle century).
1960s Midcentury Modular Set by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody
By Up Závody
Located in Brno, CZ
This Mid-Century Modern Modular Set was designed by Mojmir Pozar and produced by UP Zavody, Bucovice factory in 1960s Czechoslovakia.
Glass, Opaline Glass, Bakelite, Beech, Birch
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H 31.89 in W 128.35 in D 78.75 in
Double Bed with Nightstands by Mojmir Pozar for Up Zavody, 1960s
By M. Požár
Located in Prague, CZ
Double bed with nightstands by Mojmir Pozar for UP Zavody, 1960s. In very perfect condition.
Sold
H 30.71 in W 35.04 in D 14.97 in
Pair of Mid Century Bedside Tables by Mojmír Požár for UP Zavody
By Up Závody, M. Požár
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These bedside tables were designed by Mojmír Požár for UP Závody Bucovice in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Glass, Wood, Beech, Walnut, Plywood
$6,377
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in
1940s Mid-Century Nightstand, Bedside Table, Cherrywood Gio Ponti attributable
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant and particular, of great image bedside table or nightstand in cherrywood, circa 1940, Gio Ponti design attributed In good conditions polished to wax Esposizione Mobili Cantù ...
Cherry
Mid-century Arne Vodder for Sibast Model 209 Executive Desk c.1955
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Iconic executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobelfrabrik, Denmark. Crafted of teak with dovetail joinery and raised, sculpted edges on both sides. Solid teak draw...
Teak
$3,400
H 45 in W 35 in D 21 in
Magic Box Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Switzerland, 1955 / Folding Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Buffalo, NY
A fold-down secretary desk that closes completely to resemble a small cabinet. When open, it offers a large work surface, numerous storage compartments, This is a highly sought-afte...
Birch, Teak
$11,500
H 28.25 in W 40.325 in D 56 in
1970s Expandable Modular Desk by Pamio, Toso & Massari for Stilwood
By Stilwood, Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Noti Massari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso, and Noti Massari for Stilwood in Italy during the 1970s, this expandable desk operates as a compact modular system that transforms with use. T...
Metal
$3,000 / set
H 29 in W 53.3 in D 23 in
Pair of Danish Teak Matching Desks with Lock & Key by Domino Mobler
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Domino Møbler, Niels Peter Nielsen
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of matching Domino Mobler desks please lock at pictures and video for overall details feel details feel free to reach out with any questions
Teak
$2,800
H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Sideboard U 458 by Jiri Jiroutek for Interier Praha, 1960s
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in Wien, AT
Midcentury sideboard U 458 by Jiri Jiroutek for Interier Praha, dating from the 1960s, with four drawers and yellow doors, from the former Czechoslovakia. Completely restored and rep...
Plastic, Oak, Spruce, Plywood
$1,550
H 28 in W 21 in D 22 in
Sculptural Splay Leg Night Stand or End Table by Kipp Stewart Drexel Declaration
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Splay Leg Night Stand or End Table, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel's Declaration Line, American, circa 1960s. It has been cleaned and Danish oiled.
Metal
$4,800
H 29.93 in W 64.97 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Sideboard U 460 by Jiri Jiroutek for Interier Praha, 1960s
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in Wien, AT
This model U-460 sideboard was designed by Jiri Jiroutek for Interier Praha in former Czechoslovakia. Produced in the 1960s. Completely restored and repainted. Excellent condition. ...
Plastic, Oak, Spruce, Plywood
$4,555 / set
H 23.23 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Bedside Tables Model 'Casino' by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand. Teak veneered. Produced by Tingströms in Sweden, 1960s.
Teak
Melchiorre Bega Desk, 1950s Italy
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Italian desk in a beautiful caramel wood. Four pull-out drawers flank each side of the desk. Angular extension on the left side of the desk for extra writing space and fanta...
Brass
$2,000
H 28 in W 21 in D 22 in
Architectural Mid Century Night Table designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in New York, NY
Rare Mid Century nightstand designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel. This nightstand features two levels, the top being a one drawer case, the lower level is a ext...
Metal
Desk Made In Teak By Omann Junior From 1960s
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
The desk in teak, designed by Omann Junior in the 1960s, is a prominent example of Danish furniture design from that time. With its characteristic teak wood design, the desk radiate...
Teak
$4,555 / set
H 23.23 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Bedside Tables Model 'Casino' by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Sven Engström & Gunnar Myrstrand. Teak veneered. Produced by Tingströms in Sweden, 1960s.
Teak
$2,469Sale Price|20% Off
H 51.97 in W 49.22 in D 16.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Desk Sideboard Bureau Secretaire Belgium Design, 1960s
By Jos De Mey
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Mid-Century Modern desk sideboard, bureau secretaire.The honey-colored sideboard desk has been made of an ash veneer wood and brass feet. It contains plenty of storage space ...
Brass
$660
H 21.66 in W 20.08 in D 14.18 in
1950s Czech Nightstand Attributed to Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
1950s Mid-Century Modern Bedside Cabinet, Attributed to Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, Czechoslovakia An elegant and authentic example of 1950s Czechoslovak modernist furniture, th...
Glass, Wood, Beech, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Vittorio Dassi Desk, Wood and Glass, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Vittorio Dassi Desk, Wood and Glass, 1950s
Glass, Wood
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Mateo, CA
Double pedestal desk by Herman Miller. This desk was probably a custom order. There are three wide drawers and three small drawers. The top small drawer has a sliding pencil tray. Th...
Chrome
$3,188Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Coppia Comodini wood , blu oro e specchio con piede in ottone
Located in Guazzora, IT
Icomodini con la sua superficie in vetro blu e oro trasmette una sensazione di freschezza e eleganza. Sui suoi lati verticali, sono presenti raffinati dettagli in ottone, che si este...
Brass
Vintage Ceramic Vase, Italy, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, 1974, 27cm
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage ceramic vase made in Italy in the 1974. Mid-century vase has an original signature. The ceramic vase is in very good vintage condition, with no damage. Dimensions: Width: 1...
Ceramic
$1,288 / set
H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 39.38 in
White leather sofas with pull-out center table, 1970, set of 2
Located in Manzano, IT
Leather sofas, 1970, set of 2 DESCRIPTION 2 leather sofas with pull-out center corner table, 1970s PIECES 2 DESIGN PERIOD 1970 PRODUCTION YEAR 1970 COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION Italy...
Leather, Plastic, Wood
$3,744
H 40.95 in W 43.31 in D 12.6 in
Art Deco Rare Cathedral Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, English, 1930s
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this rare and totally original 1930s Art Deco English walnut display cabinet. A gorgeous piece of furniture that's veneered in figured mid tone walnut with ...
Glass, Walnut
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Corner Desk The desk measures: 62 wide x 28 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches The return measures: 66 deep x 25.5 inches high A...
Walnut
$1,138 / set
H 17.33 in W 18.9 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Modern Oak Night Stands, 1940s Netherlands Style
By Hopmi & UMS Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of night stands Oak wood. 1940s Holland. Good condition. Please don't hesitate to reach out for alternative shipping quotes
Oak
$810Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
Set Of Two Bedside Tables In Wood & Glass, Czechoslovakia 1950s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful set of two bedside tables with an original gray opaline glass. The tables are standing on oak wooden base with one compartment which has a shelf inside. The doors are on pi...
Opaline Glass, Oak
$2,733
H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
By Victor Horta
Located in Lisse, NL
Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...
Bronze
1960s Pair of Nightstands in Walnut Finish, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
Wood, Walnut
A Stunning Mid Century Design Walnut and Chrome Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning Mid Century design richly patinated walnut and chrome desk of exceptional quality, finely carved and with a fabulous curvilear clean design. The well figured moulded and ...
Chrome
20th Century , Brown Atlantis Three seats Sofa, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in small apartments . Space-saving p...
Fabric
$6,013Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 87.41 in D 31.11 in
1940s Frits Henningsen Mahogany Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark
By Fritz Heningsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Sturdy and stable - Upholstery in good original condition with minor signs of use - Measures: High of seat 43cm.
Fabric, Mahogany
$2,300 / item
H 20.5 in W 14 in D 67 in
HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...
Walnut
$428Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 23.63 in W 20.08 in D 12.6 in
Pair of Original 1960s Italian Nightstands with Salmon-Colored Glass Top Walnut
Located in Buggiano, IT
Pair of original 1960s Italian nightstands with salmon-colored glass top. Walnut wood. One is Right and one is left. They will be delivered in a specific wooden case for export, pa...
Glass, Walnut
$3,416
H 22.84 in W 51.19 in D 18.51 in
Postmodern Pluto Desk by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, France 1980s.
By Disney Studios, Pierre Colleu 1, Starform
Located in Lille, FR
Table height: 58 cm. Total height with the head: 90 cm Good condition. No restorations. Some fading on the head and legs, with a few spots and other age-related marks.
Resin, Plastic
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.