What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?

Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

What is Danish modern furniture?

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.

What is modern furniture made of?

Modern furniture is made of many different types of materials. Some modern furniture makers used natural materials like wood for frames and leather and linen for upholstery. Metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel and nickel, were also common, as were some plastics. Explore a diverse assortment of modern furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is modern furniture design?

Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style 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. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What is modern style furniture?

Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.

What is the difference between modern furniture and old furniture?

The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What is mid century modern furniture?

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.

Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?

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.

What year is mid-century modern furniture?

There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What defines mid-century modern furniture?

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

What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?

The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?

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.

What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?

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.

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Granite, Chrome

Joe D'urso for KNOLL International Black Granite Top Round Dining Table

H 27 in Dm 60 in

Pair of beechwood chairs with straw seat in the style of Charlotte Perriand

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in PARIS, FR

, French architect and designer is known for her iconic modern furniture. A colleague of Le Corbusier

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Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Pair of beechwood chairs with straw seat in the style of Charlotte Perriand

H 35.44 in W 16.93 in D 15.75 in

Iconic Design Gallery Custom Made Lucite Side Tables, Pair

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic Design Gallery Custom-Made Lucite Side Tables, Pair Offered for sale is one of our

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Lucite

Iconic Design Gallery Custom Made Lucite Side Tables, Pair

H 22 in W 12 in D 12 in

Iconic Design Thick Twisted Abstract Lucite Ribbon Sculpture, Purple

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic Design Thick Twisted Abstract Lucite Ribbon Sculpture Offered for sale is an iconic design

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Iconic Design Thick Twisted Abstract Lucite Ribbon Sculpture, Purple

H 10 in W 19 in D 16 in

Iconic Design Thick Twisted Abstract Lucite Ribbon Sculpture, 2023 Orange

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic Design Thick Twisted Abstract Lucite Ribbon Sculpture, 2023 Offered for sale is a new 1

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Iconic Design Thick Twisted Abstract Lucite Ribbon Sculpture, 2023 Orange

H 8 in W 16 in D 11 in

Iconic Mid Century Modern Drexel Furniture Brigade Platform Bed on Castors

By Drexel

Located in West Hartford, CT

Ultra rare and iconic Drexel Twin platform bed from the coveted Brigade line. One of several

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Iconic Mid Century Modern Drexel Furniture Brigade Platform Bed on Castors

H 14 in W 42 in D 78 in

Iconic Design Gallery Custom Made Folding Lucite Easel in the Mid-Century Style

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic Design Gallery Custom Made Folding Lucite Easel in the Mid-Century Style Offered for sale

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Easels

Materials

Metal

Iconic Design Gallery Custom Made Folding Lucite Easel in the Mid-Century Style

H 66 in W 34 in D 29 in

Custom-made Lucite Acrylic Baby Grand Piano and Bench by Iconic Design Gallery

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom-made Lucite Acrylic Baby Grand Piano and Bench by Iconic Design Gallery Offered for sale is

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Musical Instruments

Materials

Brass

Custom-made Lucite Acrylic Baby Grand Piano and Bench by Iconic Design Gallery

H 65 in W 57 in D 48 in

Sacha Chair - Modern Channeled Icon

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

The Sacha Chair is a beautiful and luxurious piece of furniture that combines modern design with a

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Sacha Chair - Modern Channeled Icon

H 37.5 in W 25 in D 42 in

Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971). "The Egg" chair, iconic furniture design.

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Arne Jacobsen (1902 – 1971). "The Egg" chair, iconic furniture design. Upholstered with black

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971). "The Egg" chair, iconic furniture design.

H 42.13 in W 29.14 in D 31.11 in

Iconic Modern Upholstered US King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

rails and modern batton legs and supports. Dimensions: 82.5" W x 89" D x 63.5" H For US King mattress

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed...

Materials

Metal

Iconic Modern Upholstered US King Bed

H 63.5 in W 82.5 in D 89 in

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement

Located in Manzano, IT

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair – Iconic Design Statement Elevate your space with this exquisite

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement

H 37.01 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in

Sculptural Italian Walnut Armchair, 1950s – Mid-Century Modern Design Icon

By Gio Ponti

Located in Almelo, NL

Sculptural Italian Walnut Armchair, 1950s – Mid-Century Modern Design Icon A stunning example of

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural Italian Walnut Armchair, 1950s – Mid-Century Modern Design Icon

H 34.26 in W 25.2 in D 33.47 in

Mid-Century Modern Iconic Large Emmanuelle Wicker Rattan Midcentury Armchair

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern large Emmanuelle armchair rattan, circa 1960 Traditionally manufactured in

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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Iconic Large Emmanuelle Wicker Rattan Midcentury Armchair

H 59.06 in W 43.71 in D 20.08 in

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement

Located in Manzano, IT

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair – Iconic Design Statement Elevate your space with this exquisite

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Vintage 1950s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement

H 37.01 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in

Swan Chair – Iconic Modern Elegance with Captivating Light Reflection

By DAINTE INC

Located in Monroe, NY

Make a bold design statement with the Swan Chair, an iconic piece that exudes modern elegance and

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2010s American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Swan Chair – Iconic Modern Elegance with Captivating Light Reflection

H 30 in W 23 in D 22 in

Iconic midcentury Scandinavian modern, "Parrot Chair" / Pepegojan, Swedish 1970s

By Ib Arberg, Abra Mobler

Located in Stockholm, SE

The iconic Papegojan / The Parrot chair designed by Ib & Anne Arberg for ABRA Möbler, Sweden 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Iconic midcentury Scandinavian modern, "Parrot Chair" / Pepegojan, Swedish 1970s

H 64.97 in W 29.53 in D 46.07 in

1970s Iconic Mid-Century Modern Abstract Painting by Unknown Artist

Located in Tempe, AZ

Striking mid-century modern abstract painting on canvas by an unknown artist. This one-of-a-kind

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

1970s Iconic Mid-Century Modern Abstract Painting by Unknown Artist

H 39.25 in W 29.5 in D 1.5 in

Iconic Mid-Century Modern 'Rocket' Display Cabinet, English, 1935

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Rocket" Display cabinet/Vitrine. Figured walnut with six graduated

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Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Walnut

Iconic Mid-Century Modern 'Rocket' Display Cabinet, English, 1935

H 54 in W 42 in D 16 in

An Iconic 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wood Mirror by Gianfranco Frattini

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Aci Castello, IT

environment. An iconic 1970s mid-century modern wood mirror by Gianfranco Frattini is a statement piece that

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

An Iconic 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wood Mirror by Gianfranco Frattini

H 39.38 in W 22.84 in D 1.19 in

Mid Century Modern Iconic Harvey Probber Sculptural Large Curved Black Sofa

By Harvey Probber

Located in West Hartford, CT

Large, sleek and sexy black naugahyde mid century modern classic with impeccable attention to

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Naugahyde, Wood

Mid Century Modern Iconic Harvey Probber Sculptural Large Curved Black Sofa

H 28 in W 100 in D 35 in

Custom Made Lucite and Wood Sculptural Chair

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom Made Lucite and Wood Sculptural Chair Offered for sale is a custom made lucite and wood sculptural chair which is not only functional but makes a strong design statement.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Wood

Custom Made Lucite and Wood Sculptural Chair

H 37 in W 16 in D 22 in

Iconic Modern Karl Springer Round Bullnose Goatskin Dining or Game Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This table designed by legendary designer Karl Springer has become a 20th century modern iconic

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1990s Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Iconic Modern Karl Springer Round Bullnose Goatskin Dining or Game Table

H 29 in Dm 48 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Hollywood Sofa Showroom Model

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

-scaled rooms. The general design is based on a mid-century modern look with reduced-sized arms. All the

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Le Jeune Upholstery Hollywood Sofa Showroom Model

H 34 in W 84 in D 34 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Brando Bench Floor Model in Brass and Quilted Vinyl

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

any bespoke orders, please contact Iconic Design Gallery, Inc.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Le Jeune Upholstery Brando Bench Floor Model in Brass and Quilted Vinyl

H 16 in W 60 in D 30 in

Modern Eclectic Icons in Ceramic & Bronze, Wall Hung, Set of 4

Located in Esbjerg, DK

idiom gives birth to a hole new genre of modern icons. They represent a magic world where our present

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Eclectic Icons in Ceramic & Bronze, Wall Hung, Set of 4

H 9.06 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in

Le Jeune Upholstery SLJ1 Dining Desk Armchair Showroom Model

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Upholstery showroom model SLJ1 DC5.923 Dining Armchair. This is a wood-arm modern desk chair with a thin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Mahogany

Le Jeune Upholstery SLJ1 Dining Desk Armchair Showroom Model

H 33 in W 23 in D 22.5 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3-Seat Sofa Showroom Model

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

3-seat sofa showroom model. The Shaker sofa is a modern boxed arm sofa with medium-scaled

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Feathers, Down, Walnut, Foam, Velvet

Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3-Seat Sofa Showroom Model

H 29 in W 96 in D 37.5 in

Custom Lucite "On the Rocks Drinks/Champagne/Wine" Table

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom Lucite "On the Rocks Drinks/Champagne/Wine" Table Offered for sale is a custom-made orange and clear Lucite "On the Rocks Drinks/Champagne/Wine" side table. This is a custom...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serving Tables

Materials

Lucite

Custom Lucite "On the Rocks Drinks/Champagne/Wine" Table

H 19.75 in W 16 in D 16 in

Crackle Glass Iconic Dining or Foyer Table with Sculptural Modern Curved Base

By Steve Chase

Located in Palm Springs, CA

statement, it could also be used as a dining table. The glass is an iconic crackle glass top. Made famous by

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass

Crackle Glass Iconic Dining or Foyer Table with Sculptural Modern Curved Base

H 0.75 in Dm 50 in

Custom Order Lucite Bar or Counter Stool with Upholstered Seats

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom Made Lucite Bar or Counter Stool with Upholstered Seat, Made to Order Offered for sale is a custom made Lucite counter height bar stool with an upholstered seat cushion. Th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Lucite

Custom Order Lucite Bar or Counter Stool with Upholstered Seats

H 39 in W 18 in D 22 in

Iconic 1970s Brass Architectural Modern Reading Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting

By Casella, Casella Lighting

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This amazing vintage 1970s floor lamp was made by the iconic Casella. Purchased by the original

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Iconic 1970s Brass Architectural Modern Reading Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting

H 42.5 in W 10 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Zanotta Coat Rack - Italian Design Icon

Located in Manzano, IT

Mid-Century Modern Zanotta Coat Rack - Italian Design Icon This stunning mid-century modern coat

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Zanotta Coat Rack - Italian Design Icon

H 158 in W 66 in D 66 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Loft Slipper Chair Showroom Model

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

a couple of nicks as shown. To discuss any bespoke orders, please contact Iconic Design Gallery

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Le Jeune Upholstery Loft Slipper Chair Showroom Model

H 31.25 in W 29 in D 32 in

Signed Mid Century Modern Iconic LaBarge Labarge Giltwood Wall Mirror

By LaBarge

Located in West Hartford, CT

Signed Labarge giltwood mirror with elegant and luxurious emblem/coat of arms at top in black and gold. Labarge hallmarks on back. Ready to hang. Why not own a Labarge, one of the gr...

Category

Vintage 1970s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Signed Mid Century Modern Iconic LaBarge Labarge Giltwood Wall Mirror

H 46 in W 27 in D 2 in

Custom Lucite Vanity Bench or Stool with Thick Lucite Legs and Upholstered Seat

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom Lucite Vanity Bench or Stool with Thick Lucite Legs and Upholstered Seat Offered for sale is a new Lucite vanity bench from our own workshops. This very clean lined bench has...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Lucite

Custom Lucite Vanity Bench or Stool with Thick Lucite Legs and Upholstered Seat

H 26.25 in W 18 in D 18 in

Custom Lucite Side Table with Interchangeable Tops and Gold Leaf Accents

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom Lucite Side Table with Interchangeable Tops and Gold Leaf Accents Offered for sale is a custom-made side table made of thick Lucite having gold leaf accents on the corners an...

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Custom Lucite Side Table with Interchangeable Tops and Gold Leaf Accents

H 20 in W 20 in D 20 in

Vittorio Dassi Iconic Design Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Beautiful table designed by the famous Italian Mid-Century Modern designer Vittorio Dassi, 1950

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Vittorio Dassi Iconic Design Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 1950s

H 30.71 in W 72.05 in D 36.23 in

Custom Lucite Waterfall Side Table with Leather Magazine Pocket

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom lucite waterfall side table with leather magazine pocket Offered for sale is a custom-made waterfall lucite side table with a leather magazine or newspaper pocket. The piec...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern End Tables

Materials

Leather, Lucite

Custom Lucite Waterfall Side Table with Leather Magazine Pocket

H 21 in W 26 in D 11.75 in

Vintage Mid-century Modern Scandinavian Iconic Kuben Flexible Floor Lamp, 1970s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

1970s. The cube-shaped lamp is made of metal in the iconic orange-red color. It has a flexible element

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-century Modern Scandinavian Iconic Kuben Flexible Floor Lamp, 1970s

H 43.71 in W 5.52 in D 6.7 in

Custom Brass/Copper Framed Mirror with Aged Mirror

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Custom made brass and copper mirror with aged mirror Offered is a custom-made mirror made of solid brass with copper screws and an intentionally aged mirror. This piece has a soli...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Copper

Custom Brass/Copper Framed Mirror with Aged Mirror

H 60.25 in W 34.25 in D 1 in

Artisan Handmade Murano Gold Glass Disc Pendant Iconic Modern Contemporary Italy

By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery

Located in Villaverla, IT

Artisan Handmade Murano Gold Glass Disc Pendant Iconic Modern Contemporary Italy. Imagine a

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Leaf

Artisan Handmade Murano Gold Glass Disc Pendant Iconic Modern Contemporary Italy

H 41.32 in Dm 23.62 in

Le Jeune Upholstery "Emily Dining Chair" Showroom Model

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

EMILY DC 11 .923 Dining Armchair showroom model. This is a modern dining armchair with inner flared

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Le Jeune Upholstery "Emily Dining Chair" Showroom Model

H 38 in W 24.5 in D 26.5 in

1970 Mid-Century Modern Geometric Textured Iconic Sculptural Plaster Lamp Sirmos

By Sirmos

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern Sirmos attributed tall floor lamp in geometric textured rectangle Plaster Core

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970 Mid-Century Modern Geometric Textured Iconic Sculptural Plaster Lamp Sirmos

H 65 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in

"LOVE Gummy Bear" Acrylic Sculpture After New York Street Artist WhisBe

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

WhisBe. Variations are available in color and signage. Please direct all inquiries to Iconic Design

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic, Plastic

"LOVE Gummy Bear" Acrylic Sculpture After New York Street Artist WhisBe

H 11.75 in W 7 in D 4.5 in

Custom Twisted Lucite Table Sculpture on Base

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

different shapes, sizes, and colors by contacting Iconic Design Gallery, Inc.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Custom Twisted Lucite Table Sculpture on Base

H 12 in W 8 in D 6 in

Erwin-Lambeth Iconic Mid Century Modern Two-Piece Half Moon Sectional Sofa

By Erwin Lambeth

Located in West Hartford, CT

iconic Erwin-Lambeth sofas for between $8800.00 - 14,000.00. Why not own the best?

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Wood

Erwin-Lambeth Iconic Mid Century Modern Two-Piece Half Moon Sectional Sofa

H 32 in W 144 in D 39 in

Custom Lucite Waterfall Table or Bench with Curved Sides

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Modern style 3/4" thick contemporary Lucite waterfall table. This is in current production and is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Lucite

Custom Lucite Waterfall Table or Bench with Curved Sides

H 16 in W 36 in D 20 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Club Havana Coffee Table with Inlay Details

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

classical 50s modern design using a combination of Mahogany hardwood and plywood for the frame. The corner

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Hardwood, Ash, Mahogany, Plywood

Le Jeune Upholstery Club Havana Coffee Table with Inlay Details

H 15 in W 46 in D 30 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Antonella Walnut Dining Chair Showroom Model

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Le Jeune Upholstery Antonella Walnut Dining Chair Showroom Model Offered for sale is a showroom model armless dining chair by Le Jeune Upholstery with grey and blue striped blend up...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Le Jeune Upholstery Antonella Walnut Dining Chair Showroom Model

H 42 in W 18 in D 23 in

1950s Iconic Mid-Century Modern Curved Teak Wall Mirror by Campo e Graffi

By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi

Located in Aci Castello, IT

The 1950s iconic Mid-Century Modern curved teak wall mirror by Campo e Graffi showcases the organic

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Teak

1950s Iconic Mid-Century Modern Curved Teak Wall Mirror by Campo e Graffi

H 48.04 in W 17.72 in D 2.76 in

Trojan Horse Head or Knight Chess Piece Lucite Sculpture on a Base

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Trojan Horse Head or Knight Chess Piece Lucite Sculpture on a Base Offered for sale is a wonderful custom made lucite sculpture of a stylized Trojan horse head on a rectangular luci...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Trojan Horse Head or Knight Chess Piece Lucite Sculpture on a Base

H 14.5 in W 3.75 in D 11.75 in

Iconic, 1960s Gigi Radice Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Velvet Italian Sofa

By Gigi Radice

Located in Catania, IT

Iconic Mid-Century Modern, Italian modern sofa in velvet in shades of light blue, in the manner of

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Iconic, 1960s Gigi Radice Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Velvet Italian Sofa

H 36.22 in W 51.12 in D 28.74 in

Iconic Mid Century Modern Gregory Van Pelt Cardboard Table Lamp. Designer Decor

By Gregory Van Pelt

Located in Peoria, AZ

MINTY & RARE! MID CENTURY MODERN GREGORY VAN PELT CORRUGATED BOARD TABLE LAMP! AN EXQUISITE

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paper

Iconic Mid Century Modern Gregory Van Pelt Cardboard Table Lamp. Designer Decor

H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid Century Modern Joe Colombo Iconic Boby Trolley Cart 1970 Bieffeplast Italy

By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Iconic Joe Colombo Boby Trolley cart designed by in black color designed by Joe Colombo

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Mid Century Modern Joe Colombo Iconic Boby Trolley Cart 1970 Bieffeplast Italy

H 29 in W 17 in D 18 in

Two Iconic 1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Mirrors Attributed to Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This exquisite pair of mid-century modern brass shield wall mirrors epitomizes the sophisticated

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Two Iconic 1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Mirrors Attributed to Gio Ponti

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in

Iconic Laurel Walnut & Brass Mid Century Modern Table Lamp Richard Barr Thurston

By Richard Barr, Gerald Thurston, Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Peoria, AZ

Magnificent! Brass & Walnut Mid Century Modern Table Lamp By Laurel Lamp Company Circa 1957

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Iconic Laurel Walnut & Brass Mid Century Modern Table Lamp Richard Barr Thurston

H 30 in W 18 in D 18 in

Le Jeune Upholstery Indigo Ottoman Showroom Model, Per Item

By Iconic Design Gallery

Located in Miami, FL

Le Jeune Upholstery Indigo Ottoman Showroom Model, Per Item Offered for sale individually are Le jeune Upholstery INDIGO O5/06 .923 Ottomans that are showroom models. This is a ver...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Le Jeune Upholstery Indigo Ottoman Showroom Model, Per Item

H 14.5 in Dm 20 in

WOW! Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern Atomic Blender Design! MCM 1950s

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Peoria, AZ

! This icon will ship in two boxes for safe transport. A modern treasure for your NY penthouse, Palm

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

WOW! Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern Atomic Blender Design! MCM 1950s

H 29 in W 18 in D 18 in

Vittorio Dassi Iconic Design Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 50s, Rare!

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Beautiful table designed by the famous Italian Mid-Century Modern designer Vittorio Dassi, 1950

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vittorio Dassi Iconic Design Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 50s, Rare!

H 30.71 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in

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Questions About Iconic Modern Furniture

What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
What is Danish modern furniture?
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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.
What is modern furniture made of?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Modern furniture is made of many different types of materials. Some modern furniture makers used natural materials like wood for frames and leather and linen for upholstery. Metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel and nickel, were also common, as were some plastics. Explore a diverse assortment of modern furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is modern furniture design?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Modern furniture design is an overarching term for the new approach that designers began taking in the early 20th century. Many experts cite the Bauhaus movement as the start of the modern era. Its style was defined by the instructors and students at a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. In Bauhaus-style furniture, the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials. As the Bauhaus movement was emerging, so too was Art Deco. This iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked; they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture. After World War II, modern design continued with the mid-century modern movement. The style 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. Historians typically say that the modern approach to furniture design ended in the mid-1960s or early 1970s. Pieces made after that time may be called postmodern or contemporary. Shop a large collection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What is modern style furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Modern style furniture has smooth shiny surfaces, straight lines, simple shapes. The general objective is a simple uncluttered look.
What is the difference between modern furniture and old furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between modern furniture and old furniture is in the specificity of the term. Generally, pieces considered modern date from between the end of World War II in 1945 and the end of the 1970s. During this period, more furniture makers mass produced pieces, and designers increasingly used new materials, such as plywood and plastic. Old furniture is not a specific term. People frequently use the term old for anything that subjectively appears aged. Explore a large selection of modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What is mid century modern furniture?
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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.
Why is mid-century modern furniture so popular?
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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.
What year is mid-century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What defines mid-century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019
The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.
Who were the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers?
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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.
What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?
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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.