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Mathieu Matégot Perforated Midcentury Pendant Lamp, Holophane, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
Mathieu Mategot for Holophane. Made of white painted, perforated metal. It has a beautiful hemispherical
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Perforated Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Made in Metal Brass and Wood
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
An absolute eyecatcher.
Light and elegant at the same time.
We love mid-century designs.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 18.51 in W 14.57 in D 6.3 in
Minimalist Mid Century Brutalist Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Norwich, GB
A sleek, minimalist mid-century Brutalist perforated metal umbrella stand. European - Circa 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Iron, Brass
Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Perforated Chrome Magazine Rack, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern perforated chrome magazine rack, circa 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Design Mathieu Matégot Style Armchairs Perforated Metal
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
3 mid-century design armchairs in perforated metal from the 50's.
They may well have been made in
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Metallic Thread
Perforated Jacques Biny Sconces Black, Mid-Century, France, 1950s
By Jacques Biny
Located in New York, NY
Perforated Jacques Biny sconces black, Mid-Century, France, 1950s.
Lovely black small-scale Biny
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Nice Original Mid-Century Modern 5 Light Perforated Shade Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
perforated shade. The diameter is 28 inch with only a 10 inch hight that can be finished to your drop length
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Perforated Aluminium Pendant Lamp Austria 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern perforated aluminium pendant lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Perforated Aluminium Pendant Lamp Austria 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern perforated aluminium pendant lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Mid Century Brass and Perforated Metal Chandeliers Arredoluce Style, 1950
By Arredoluce
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern brass and cream micro perforated metal pair of chandeliers by Arredoluce
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Umbrella Stand in Patinated Brass and Perforated Metal 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mid Century umbrella stand in Patinated Brass and Perforated Metal 1950s.
This mid century
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 21.66 in W 11.82 in D 10.24 in
Mid-Century Illuminated Occasional Console Side Table Stand Perforated Metal
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Amazing Mid-Century Modern asymmetric console or table used for a telephone, for plants or as a
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Metal
H 48.43 in W 40.95 in D 29.14 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Perforated Enameled Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of adjustable Italian mid century gooseneck wall sconces made of perforated brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Flush Mounted Pendant with Perforated Black Metal Shades
Located in San Francisco, CA
enclosing two large circular adjustable reflectors in perforated black lacquered metal. Great mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brushed Aluminum Perforated Articulating Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This refined pair of Mid-Century Modern articulating sconces were realized in the United States
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Mid-Century Modern Perforated Shades and Brass French Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern large 7 arm French chandelier. Fully restored and rewired ready
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Perforated Austrian Mid-Century Metal and Brass Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Probaly by Ernst Igl.
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Perforated Aluminum, Brass and Lucite Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern chandelier was realized in Sweden, circa 1960. It features a domed
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Outdoor Table by Emu, 1960s
By EMU Furniture
Located in MIlano, IT
Perforated metal outdoor table by Emu, 1960s
Outdoor table in perforated metal painted in white
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Metal
1950 Mid Century Mathieu Mategot Perforated Metal and Brass Table Lamp
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Madrid, ES
lampshades in perforated metal and in off-white color, it retains all its original elements.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Brass and Perforated Metal Shade Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of large mid-century wall lights.
France, c1960s.
With perforated black shades
Category
Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Side or Telephone Table in Perforated Metal with Shelf
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in San Francisco, CA
This vintage Mid-Century Modern side or telephone table in perforated metal with shelf is quite
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
H 25 in W 10.75 in D 9.5 in
Lovely Mid Century Modern Perforated Metal & Brass Ceiling Lamps Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern ceiling lamp. Designed and
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 11.42 in Dm 23.63 in
Mathieu Matégot Mid-Century Modern Black Perforated Metal Planter, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Midcentury modern planter by French designer Mathieu Matégot.
Black lacquered perforated folded
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Metal
H 5.12 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Huge Mid-Century Modern Perforated Solid Aluminum Pendant Lamps Germany 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps or hanging lights. Manufactured in Germany circa 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Beautiful Mid Century Radiator Covering Made of Brass and Perforated Sheet Metal
By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk
Located in München, DE
Beautiful mid century radiator covering or fireplace screen made of brass
and perforated sheet
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 21.66 in W 41.74 in D 8.27 in
Mid-Century Adjustable Desk or Table Lamp with Perforated Shade by Unilite
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century red, black and white desk or table lamp with adjustable height and multi-directional
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Italian Magazine Rack with Perforated Metal and Classic Design Brass
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-Century Italian Magazine Rack With Perforated Metal and Classic Design Brass.
On request the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 23.63 in W 16.54 in D 9.45 in
Italian Mid Century magazine rack made of brass and perforated sheet metal
Located in München, DE
Exceptional beautiful original Italian Mid Century Modern Brass newspaper or magazine rack.
The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 21.26 in W 18.12 in D 6.7 in
Pair of Italian Mid Century Diabolo design perforated sheet metal pendant lamps
Located in München, DE
Pair of elegant large Mid Century Modern in Diabolo design perforated metal sheet pendant lamps in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Beautiful small Mid Century Modern table lamp with copper perforated sheet shade
Located in München, DE
Rare, beautiful Mid Century Modern table lamp with perforated sheet shade made of copper, neck is
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper, Brass
H 10.24 in Dm 3.55 in
Mid-Century Matégot Style 1950s Perforated Metal Shade Table Lamp or Desk Light
By Ernest Igl, Mathieu Matégot, Hillebrand
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
1950s-1960s. The perforated adjustable mint green / turquoise metal shade is also similar to German
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Aluminum
H 9.06 in W 3.94 in D 4.34 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Perforated Iron Sconces Attr. Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
of Iron that have been perforated.
Literature: Iron work in a similar style is exhibited in Maria
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Cesare Lacca Mid-Century Tripod Brass and Perforated Metal Floor Planter, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Koper, SI
Highly decorative Italian midcentury tripod plant stand, designed to Cesare Lacca. The tripod structure is made of brass, while the 4 cachepots are made of painted metal, decorated w...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 53.94 in Dm 14.97 in
1950s Perforated Metal Bistro Table Lamp by Mathieu Mategot French Mid-Century
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Hyattsville, MD
. Adjustable Head with blue and grey varnishes on perforated diabolo metal double cone shade.
Original Finish
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 15 in W 6.5 in D 10 in
Perforated metal tray
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in PARIS, FR
Perforated black lacquered metal tray in the style of French designer Mathieu Matégot, from the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal
Perforated aluminum screen
Located in PARIS, FR
Perforated aluminum folding screen. Steel structure and aluminum elements heavily inspired by the
Category
Mid-20th Century Space Age Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Aluminum
Perforated Articulating Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single delightful perforated articulating Mid-Century Modern reading sconce from 1950s Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Perforated Ceramic Vase
By Lorenz Hutschenreuther
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautiful glazed porcelain vase or flower frog having a spherical shape perforated with circles
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
LUbular Perforated Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires contemporary collection, this LUbular perforated all-brass sconce
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
Mathieu Matégot Perforated Tray
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Stockton, NJ
A Mathieu Matégot metal perforated tray. This rare example includes thick brass banding.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mathieu Matégot White Rectangular Perforated Metal Coffee Table
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York City, NY
Mathieu Matégot white rectangular perforated metal coffee table, France, mid-20th century
Simple
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Perforated Industrial Stool, France
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Painted and Perforated Industrial Stool. France, circa 1950.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Stools
Materials
Steel
Perforated Brass Fireplace Fender
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Perforated brass fireplace fender with cast animal foot and rope details.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Brass
Pilastro Style Perforated Telephone Table
By Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century, Pilastro style telephone or side table with multi-colored perforated metal and
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Rewire Custom Tulip Perforated Sconces
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire custom perforated sconces. Available in white black or selection of RAL colors. Each sconce
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Perforated Metal Pendant Lamp
By Mathieu Matégot, Kaiser Leuchten, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo, Fog & Mørup
Located in München, DE
Stunning perforated metal pendant lamp from the 1970s.
Very luxurious design and high quality
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rewire Custom Perforated Saucer
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire custom perforated saucer. Antique brass finish. Takes three E26 75W maximum bulbs.
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Rewire Custom Perforated Sconce
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire Custom Perforated Sconce. Sconces can be powder coated in various colors. Requires one E26
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rewire Custom Perforated Mirror
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire custom perforated mirror. Available in brass, nickel, chrome. Also available in a variety of
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Perforated Metal Italian Floor Lamp
Located in Brussels, BE
Perforated metal Italian floor lamp.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Large Perforated Pendant Lamp
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and very large pendant lamp from the 1950s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful.
The design and the very beautiful details create a spectacular pl...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pilastro Metal Magazine Rack with Perforated Small Table Top
Located in Delft, NL
frame with perforated small table top magazine rack
Mid 20th century
The measurements are 44 cm high
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Round Mid-Century Copper Side Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An unusual round side table that is sure to accent any room or space with its unique mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Copper
20th century design grey stoneware perforated sculptural ceramic table lamp 1960
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
La Borne - Circa 1970
Unique handmade stoneware ceramic table lamp
20th century design
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
H 7.09 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Rewire Custom Brass Perforated Sconce
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire Custom Brass Perforated Sconce. Various finishes available upon request. Requires one E26
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
Vintage Perforated Brass Globe Pendant
Located in East Hampton, NY
Polished brass perforated grill globe allows for light throughout fixture.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mategot Style Black Perforated magazine rack
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Mathieu Mategot style perforated black enameled metal magazine rack with plastic
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Mategot Inspired Perforated Metal Book Stand
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century, Tomado style white perforated desk shelf with black wire frame inspired by the work of
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal, Wire
Midcentury Perforated Metal Letter Holder
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in San Diego, CA
Petite black enameled letter holder, circa 1950s, simple design in original finish great decorative piece.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
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Perforated Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal perforated mid century for your home. Each perforated mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. There are 502 variations of the antique or vintage perforated mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 31 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer perforated mid century, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A perforated mid century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Mathieu Matégot, Disderot and Lightolier each produced at least one beautiful perforated mid century that is worth considering.
How Much is a Perforated Mid Century?
The average selling price for a perforated mid century at 1stDibs is $1,805, while they’re typically $169 on the low end and $25,200 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Perforated Mid Century
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to 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.
- 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, 2021Mid 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. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
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