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Paul Laszlo Nesting Tables, Bleached Mahogany, Mid-Century, 1952
Paul Laszlo Nesting Tables, Bleached Mahogany, Mid-Century, 1952

Paul Laszlo Nesting Tables, Bleached Mahogany, Mid-Century, 1952

By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman

Located in Hanover, MA

Though known for site specific, one-of-a-kind furniture design, Laszlo designed a line of Furniture for Herman Miller as well as Hey-wood-Wakefield, Brown-Saltman, and Ficks-Reed.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

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Mahogany

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan
Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture, Ozeki & Co., Japan

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Pair of MCM Brutalist Forged Iron Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi
Pair of MCM Brutalist Forged Iron Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi

Pair of MCM Brutalist Forged Iron Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in San Diego, CA

In 1947, Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, when he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of MCM Forged Iron Brutalist Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi
Pair of MCM Forged Iron Brutalist Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi

Pair of MCM Forged Iron Brutalist Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in San Diego, CA

In 1947, Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, when he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Brown Saltman Solid Walnut End Table with Burl Walnut Inset
Brown Saltman Solid Walnut End Table with Burl Walnut Inset

Brown Saltman Solid Walnut End Table with Burl Walnut Inset

By John Keal, Brown Saltman

Located in Soquel, CA

Other designers who had partnered with the firm during the mid-20th century included Greta Magnusson Grossman, Paul Frankl, Paul Laszlo, and Gilbert Rohde, a New York City-born desig...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Modern Expandable Slatted Coffee Table/Bench by John Keal
Mid Century Modern Expandable Slatted Coffee Table/Bench by John Keal

Mid Century Modern Expandable Slatted Coffee Table/Bench by John Keal

By Brown Saltman, John Keal

Located in Soquel, CA

Other designers who had partnered with the firm during the mid-20th century included Greta Magnusson Grossman, Paul Frankl, Paul Laszlo, and Gilbert Rohde, a New York City-born desig...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

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Paul Laszlo Armchair For Herman Miller
Paul Laszlo Armchair For Herman Miller

Paul Laszlo Armchair For Herman Miller

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H 28 in W 34 in D 31 in

Paul Laszlo Armchair For Herman Miller

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1940's lounge chair with rolled arms, newly upholstered designed by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller. Comfortable, with large presence.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Pair of Lounge chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller
Pair of Lounge chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller

Pair of Lounge chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Paul Laszlo

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Pair of Lounge chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller. Circa 1948

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair Rare 1948 Paul Laszlo For Herman Miller Lounge Chairs
Pair Rare 1948 Paul Laszlo For Herman Miller Lounge Chairs

Pair Rare 1948 Paul Laszlo For Herman Miller Lounge Chairs

By Herman Miller, Paul Laszlo

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare pair of Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller lounge chairs circa 1948.

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Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Wool, Upholstery

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller. Newer upholstery with original patinated brass legs.

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Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs

Pair of 1948 Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Model L-689 Lounge Chairs
Pair of 1948 Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Model L-689 Lounge Chairs

Pair of 1948 Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Model L-689 Lounge Chairs

By Herman Miller, Paul Laszlo

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare pair of Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Model L-689 lounge chairs, circa 1948.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wood, Wool

Rare Pair of Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Club Chairs, circa 1949
Rare Pair of Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Club Chairs, circa 1949

Rare Pair of Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Club Chairs, circa 1949

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An extraordinary design by Paul Laszlo, manufactured by Herman Miller, these club chairs are extremely comfortable and exceedingly rare.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Pair of Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs
Pair of Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs

Pair of Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs

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H 29.5 in W 35 in D 30 in

Pair of Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs

By Herman Miller, Paul Laszlo

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller Model L-689 lounge chairs, reupholstered with linen.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
Pair Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller

Pair Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of rare low-arm lounge chairs by Paul Laszlo for Herman Miller. Original checked nubby wool upholstery in very good condition, a pleasing mix of orange, magenta, and gold.

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Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Wool, Upholstery

Rare Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs
Rare Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs

Rare Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs

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H 28.5 in W 35.25 in D 32 in

Rare Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs

By Herman Miller, Paul Laszlo

Located in Chicago, IL

Laszlo for Herman Miller lounge chairs model L-689 rare lounges have significant importance, these are Laszlo's first production pieces in America 1946. Reupholstered to his exact s...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Sideboard/ Chest by Paul Laszlo, USA
Sideboard/ Chest by Paul Laszlo, USA

Sideboard/ Chest by Paul Laszlo, USA

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H 33.47 in W 59.06 in D 18.12 in

Sideboard/ Chest by Paul Laszlo, USA

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Chest of drawers designed by Paul Laszlo. USA, Brown & Saltman, 1955. Elegant six-drawer chest made of ashwood, using the Laszlo typical basket weave design on the drawer fronts.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

Paul Laszlo Early & Important Monumental Coffee Table, 1930s
Paul Laszlo Early & Important Monumental Coffee Table, 1930s

Paul Laszlo Early & Important Monumental Coffee Table, 1930s

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Coronado, CA

This early and important one-of-a-kind coffee table was designed by Paul Laszlo in the late 1930s, commissioned for a private residence.

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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, White Bouclé, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, White Bouclé, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s

Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, White Bouclé, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s

By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Bouclé

Paul László, Dresser / Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
Paul László, Dresser / Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s

Paul László, Dresser / Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s

By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Paul László, Lounge / Slipper Chair, Woven Rattan, Mahogany, California, 1950s
Paul László, Lounge / Slipper Chair, Woven Rattan, Mahogany, California, 1950s

Paul László, Lounge / Slipper Chair, Woven Rattan, Mahogany, California, 1950s

By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Paul László Style Lounge Chairs, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California, 1950s
Paul László Style Lounge Chairs, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California, 1950s

Paul László Style Lounge Chairs, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California, 1950s

By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Paul László Style Settee / Bench, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California, 1950s
Paul László Style Settee / Bench, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California, 1950s

Paul László Style Settee / Bench, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California, 1950s

By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Paul László Style Lounge Chairs, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California 1950s
Paul László Style Lounge Chairs, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California 1950s

Paul László Style Lounge Chairs, Woven Rattan, Dark Wood, California 1950s

By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Art Deco Walnut and Spun Aluminum Step Back End Tables, A Pair
Art Deco Walnut and Spun Aluminum Step Back End Tables, A Pair

Art Deco Walnut and Spun Aluminum Step Back End Tables, A Pair

By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde, Paul Frankl, Paul Laszlo

Located in New Windsor, NY

A fine pair of Art Deco walnut with spun aluminum pulls end tables in the manner of Gilbert Rhode for Herman Miller. Circa 1930-40. The end tables feature a rounded corner molding (r...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco End Tables

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Aluminum

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture

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H 13 in Dm 27.56 in L 13 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture

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H 18.51 in W 18.51 in L 18.51 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

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H 29.53 in Dm 29.53 in L 29.53 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

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H 29.53 in Dm 29.53 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light

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H 25.99 in Dm 15.75 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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

Materials

Steel

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70N Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 39 Extra Large Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 39 Extra Large Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 39 Extra Large Light Sculpture

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H 15.36 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 39 Extra Large Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture

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H 62.21 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 33N Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Table Lamp
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Table Lamp

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Table Lamp

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H 25.99 in Dm 15.75 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Table Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Freeform Velvet Top Stool by Paul László
Mid-Century Modern Freeform Velvet Top Stool by Paul László

Mid-Century Modern Freeform Velvet Top Stool by Paul László

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Chicago, IL

Between 1948 and 1952, László designed furniture for the Herman Miller Company.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Paul László, Sofa / Bench, Woven Rattan, Mahogany, California, 1950s
Paul László, Sofa / Bench, Woven Rattan, Mahogany, California, 1950s

Paul László, Sofa / Bench, Woven Rattan, Mahogany, California, 1950s

By Paul Laszlo, Glenn of California

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.¨ Other notable American designers of the era include Edwa...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Paul László, Dresser / Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
Paul László, Dresser / Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s

Paul László, Dresser / Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s

By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman

Located in High Point, NC

In 1948, Paul László joined with George Nelson, Charles Eames, and Isamu Noguchi to design for the Herman Miller company.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Ebonized Mahogany Tri-Level Round Coffee Table, Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman LA
Ebonized Mahogany Tri-Level Round Coffee Table, Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman LA

Ebonized Mahogany Tri-Level Round Coffee Table, Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman LA

By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ebonized mahogany tri-level coffee table, attributed to Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman Los Angeles, c. 1952.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Ebonized Mahogany Tri-Level Occasional, Side, or Lamp Table Pair, Paul Laszlo
Ebonized Mahogany Tri-Level Occasional, Side, or Lamp Table Pair, Paul Laszlo

Ebonized Mahogany Tri-Level Occasional, Side, or Lamp Table Pair, Paul Laszlo

By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ebonized mahogany tri-level occasional, side, or lamp table pair, Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman Los Angeles, c. 1952.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Gilbert Rohde, Rare Stool, Wood, Brown Leatherette, Herman Miller, 1940s
Gilbert Rohde, Rare Stool, Wood, Brown Leatherette, Herman Miller, 1940s

Gilbert Rohde, Rare Stool, Wood, Brown Leatherette, Herman Miller, 1940s

By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde

Located in High Point, NC

Other designers of the period include Isamu Noguchi, Paul Frankl, Paul Laszlo, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, and Tommi Parzinger.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Table Lamp Model 9 by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll, USA, 1947
Table Lamp Model 9 by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll, USA, 1947

Table Lamp Model 9 by Isamu Noguchi for Knoll, USA, 1947

By Isamu Noguchi, Knoll

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

In 1947, Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, when he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Cyclone End Table for Knoll, MCM Black Laminate and Chrome, Signed
Isamu Noguchi Cyclone End Table for Knoll, MCM Black Laminate and Chrome, Signed

Isamu Noguchi Cyclone End Table for Knoll, MCM Black Laminate and Chrome, Signed

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Plainview, NY

In 1947, Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, when he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

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H 29.53 in Dm 29.53 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 75D Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Lithography 1AT Orange Bowtie, circa 1990
Isamu Noguchi Lithography 1AT Orange Bowtie, circa 1990

Isamu Noguchi Lithography 1AT Orange Bowtie, circa 1990

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

In 1947, Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, when he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Photography

Materials

Paper

Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Akari 55D Pendant Lamp
Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Akari 55D Pendant Lamp

Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Akari 55D Pendant Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

In 1947, Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, when he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF4-L10 Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF4-L10 Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF4-L10 Light Sculpture

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H 76.78 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF4-L10 Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Light Sculpture

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H 48.43 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 10A Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Isamu Noguchi Akari 7A Table Lamp
Isamu Noguchi Akari 7A Table Lamp

Isamu Noguchi Akari 7A Table Lamp

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H 24.02 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 7A Table Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Isamu Noguchi Akari YP1 Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari YP1 Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari YP1 Light Sculpture

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H 14.97 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari YP1 Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 14A Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 14A Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 14A Light Sculpture

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H 63.78 in W 13 in D 13 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 14A Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture

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H 9.45 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70EN Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70EN Light Sculpture

Isamu Noguchi Akari 70EN Light Sculpture

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Dronten, NL

In 1947 Noguchi began a collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing what is often ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Paper

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Paul Laszlo For Herman Miller For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic paul laszlo for herman miller available at 1stDibs. Each paul laszlo for herman miller for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, metal and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer paul laszlo for herman miller, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each paul laszlo for herman miller bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one paul laszlo for herman miller that is appealing in its simplicity, but Isamu Noguchi, Paul Laszlo and Brown Saltman produced versions that are worth a look.

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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. 

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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.