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Pair of Matching Mid-Century Modern Tufted Tuxedo Sofas
By Edward Wormley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of fabulous midcentury sofas in the style of Edward Wormley design for Dunbar.
circa 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Settee Sofas
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Settee Sofas. Iconic Mid-Century design, 1970’s America
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Custom Mid-Century Modern Inspired Sofa
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom Mid-Century Modern inspired sofa. Clean Mid-Century Modern design with thick back and seat
Category
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Slipper Sofas- a Pair
By Florence Knoll
Located in Roanoke, VA
The Florence Knoll armless slipper sofas are a stunning example of mid-century modern design. A
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Curved Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic pair of Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs curved kidney shaped sofas. Sofas retain
Category
Antique 1880s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid-century modern stunning, beautiful, high-quality long gondola walnut framed sofa model 2640-S
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Curved Octagonal Sofas with Sculptural Arms
By Carsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of mid-century modern sofas offers a distinctive silhouette with its curved octagonal
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Stellar Pair Milo Baughman Yellow Leather Parsons Sofas Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stellar pair of Milo Baughman yellow leather parsons sofas. This pair is in remarkable vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Gorgeous Pair of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas Mid-Century Modern Preview
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao sofas made by Preview. Sculptural modern sofas designed by
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Excellent Pair of Kidney Shaped Sofas Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Excellent pair of kidney shaped sofas-Vladimir Kagan style. This pair is super clean and in
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Matching Pair of Mid-Century Modern Curved Kidney Sofas or Loveseats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome matching pair of sofas from the 1980's. These feature their original white velvet
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Scrumptious Pair Harvey Probber Butterscotch Even Arm Sofas Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Scrumptious pair of Harvey Probber even arm sofas. These wonderful sofas were reupholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 31 in W 79 in D 34 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Organic Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas, White Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Organic Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas, White Boucle
Pair of handsome mid
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Kidney Shaped Curved Serpentine Biomorphic Cloud Sofa
By Drexel, Vladimir Kagan, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous matching pair of Mid-Century Modern biomorphic kidney shaped sofas. These long tailored
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lovely Pair of Kidney Shaped Curved Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of curved kidney shaped sofas for Weiman-Vladimir Kagan style. This pair are the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Matching Pair of Mid Century Danish Sofas
Located in New York, NY
new foam, webbing and upholstery. Priced as a pair!.
15yrds fabric each, the cost to have these redone
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair, Karl Springer Style Mid-Century Modern Brass & Glass Drink Side Sofa Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
& Glass.
The iconic Glass Top swivels easily.
Mid-Century Modern made in America in the early 1980.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass
H 19.63 in W 13.75 in D 18.25 in
Henry Olko Mid Century Modern Square Series Rattan Sofa
By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko
Located in Stamford, CT
An exquisite and rare rattan sofa by accomplished Henry Olko for his Willow and Reed company, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Cane, Hardwood, Fabric, Rattan
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style 3 Piece Section Sofa- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style Curved 3 Piece Sectional Sofa - Pair
Classic pair
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Three-Piece Sectional Sofas Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of three-piece curved sectional sofas. This pair will need to be reupholstered but
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Swedish Oak & Cognac Leather Sofas by K. E. Ekselius
By Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Introducing a rare pair of cognac striped leather lounge sofas, manufactured by JOC Vetlanda in
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 31.5 in W 46.86 in D 29.53 in
Fabulous Sculptural Modern Vladimir Kagan Leather Bilbao Sofa Mid-century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall 2408 Platform Sofa Fully Restored
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Marcos, CA
This is a beautiful and authentic Adrian Pearsall 2408 sofa circa 1960’s. It has been fully
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Excellent Milo Baughman Style Chrome Leg Sofa, Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
narrow side, giving the sofa an illusion of lightness. Gorgeous as is or reupholstered in something fresh
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
1970s Pair of Mid Century Chrome Sofa by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of mid-century chrome sofas designed by Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1970s. These
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
French Mid-Century Modern Sofa in a Light Yellow Bouclé Fabric
Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England
. Perfect sofa for any room. Can sell has a pair or individually. The fabric has been cleaned professionally
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Fruitwood
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Sofa, X-Leg, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Upholstered Sofa, X-Leg, White Linen, India, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Teak
H 29.5 in W 67 in D 30 in
Mid-Century French Oak and Boucle Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
natural white bouclé. A modern classic, wooden mid-century sofas recall comfort and ease of a simpler time
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s
By Stendig Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Sofa by Stendig, Switzerland, New Sheepskin Boucle, Mid Century Modern, Labeled.
A rare Mid
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Pierre Jeanneret Attr., French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa Set, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret Attr., French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa Set, Chandigarh
Upholstered bridge
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32 in W 64 in D 29 in
Guglielmo Ulrich, Mid-Century Modern, Three Seat Sofa, White Boucle, Wood, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa by Guglielmo Ulrich, Art Deco Style, Boucle, 1940s
Italian organic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Wood
H 30 in W 84.5 in D 37 in
2 Mid-Century Modern Bohemian Rattan & Split Reed Barrel Back Sofas Boho Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive vintage pair of Bohemian barrel back three seater sofas, circa 1970s. Made from a
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Reed
H 33 in W 87 in D 39 in
Mid-Century Modern "Ameba" Rosewood Sofa attributed to Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in New York, NY
images.
Among its beautiful design, the sofa provides high comfort for the user, one of the modern
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 27.56 in W 96.86 in D 37.8 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat Sofa Bed by Saporiti, 1970s
By Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Prato, IT
one identical but not convertible to bed as shown in the photo.. Quotation for the pair (one sofa bed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Baker Style Black Ming Sofa & Chair Custom Upholstered
By Minton-Spidell, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Michael Taylor for Baker Black Ebonized Ming Sofa with Fretwork Back and Chair
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Mid-20th Century American Ming Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Bouclé, Wood
Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Vladimir Kagan cloud serpentine sofas made by Directional. These pair retain their
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
H 28.5 in W 96 in D 48 in
Mid-Century Sofa by Arthur Elrod
By Arthur Elrod
Located in Pasadena, CA
Elegant and glamorous sofa designed by Arthur Elrod for the Cody House in Palm Springs, circa 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Leather by Jean Gillon, 1970, Brazil
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
upholstery resulting in a very comfy look. A sofa like these flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, Modern or
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 35.4 in W 86.6 in D 31.5 in
Fine Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in GB
Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 32.68 in W 75.4 in D 29.93 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Upholstered in Bouclé, Scandinavia ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
measured to the many beautiful banana sofas created in Scandinavia during the mid-century era. The large
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 34.65 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Black Leather & Wood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
like these flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Contemporary, Transitional, or even Hollywood
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 28.3 in W 88.6 in D 33.1 in
Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs and curved sofa designed by Federico Munari in the early 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 33.86 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Sofa by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern sofa in teak designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and manufactured
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Ward Bennett Style Parlor Sofas on Chrome Bases - Set of 2
By Ward Bennett
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather - Set of 2
A pair of vintage mid century modern sofas in original burgundy leather on flat bar
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 27.5 in W 87 in D 34.5 in
Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Mid-Century Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Scandinavian two-seater sofa recalls the peak of Nordic Mid-Century Modern design
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Wooden Cross Legs, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Generally speaking, Mid-Century Modern furniture is characterized by clean lines, an open design
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 28.75 in W 83.47 in D 33.47 in
Classic Mid-Century Sculptural Sofa - Circa 1960s
By Milo Baughman, William Billy Haines
Located in Los Angeles, CA
height: 17 inches
We're currently pairing this sofa with Mastercraft brass end tables and a pair of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Modern Gradual Sofa with Brown Base by Cini Boeri for Knoll
By Knoll, Cini Boeri
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Amazing pair of Gradual sofas/ loveseats in black leather by Cini Boeri for Knoll, Italy 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
H 27.56 in W 51.19 in D 35.44 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-42-B Bridge Chair Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
smart investment.
Authenticity: That is an authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
H 29.14 in W 69.69 in D 27.56 in
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in GB
Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 32.68 in W 50.79 in D 30.71 in
Pair Modern Rosewood Paul Cardovius Sofas for France & Son
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Mid-Century Modern sofas by Paul Cardovius for France & Son. Basket weave design. This item
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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood
Erwin-Lambeth, Mid-Century Modern, Large Modular Sectional Sofa, Re-upholstery
By Erwin-Lambeth
Located in Stamford, CT
Erwin-Lambeth, Mid-Century Modern, 5 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa for Re-upholstery
A large center
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 28 in W 162.5 in D 85 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B
By B&B Italia, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian three-seat flamingo pink velvet "Coronado" sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Fontana Arte Mid-Century Sofa or Coffe Table by Max Ingrand
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Rome, IT
A Pair of Rare Extraordinary Mid-Century modern Italian sofa table made of hand blown beveled
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Cut Glass
Mid-Century Sculptural Bentwood Teak Birdcage Sofa Tables
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Matched pair of 1950's sculpted teakwood side tables.
Thick 2" tubular teak rods with pierced
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Teak
Two Georg Thams Mid-Century Danish Leather Sofas
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rare Henry P Glass Sofa in Green Boucle and brass legs mid century modern
By Henry Glass, Henry P. Glass, Chase and Co.
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A stunning sofa designed by Austrian-American designer Henry P Glass for the J. L. chase Company
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Three-Seater Sofa in a Patterned Fabric, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Scandinavian mid-century modern design, this sofa brings together some of the best characteristics of both
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.34 in W 76.58 in D 41.54 in
Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Mid-Century Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Scandinavian two-seater sofa recalls the peak of Nordic Mid-Century Modern design
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
European Mid-Century Upholstered Crescent Sofa, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
of the furniture designs created during the mid-20th century. As this sofa shows, furniture created
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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A pair mid century modern sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,698, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $429,829.
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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