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Edmond Spence Mid-Century Modern Dresser with Sculpted Drawer-Length Pulls
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Edmond Spence dresser with six dovetailed drawers and sculpted pulls.
Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Teak Tall 7 Drawer Dresser Brass Finger Pulls
By Dyrlund
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern teak tall 7 drawer dresser brass finger pulls. Very nice construction all
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
Whitney Mid-Century Modern Solid Birch 3 Drawer Dresser Nickel Pulls
By Whitney Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Whitney American made Mid-Century Modern solid birch 3 drawer dresser nickel pulls and
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Nickel
Mid Century Modern Two Drawer End Table with Carved Wood Pulls
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern two drawer end table features hardwood construction, original dark walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Low 9 Drawer Walnut Dresser with Aluminum Finger Pulls
By George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
American Mid-Century Modern low 9 drawer walnut dresser with aluminum two finger pulls. Really Good
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Aluminum
American Mid Century Walnut Nine Drawer Dresser Tapered Legs Hidden Drawer Pulls
By Lane Furniture
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A professionally refinished and well kept nine drawer Mid Century American Modern walnut dresser
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
H 31.25 in W 72.25 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Tall teak 5 drawer dresser Black leather pulls plinth base
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Tall 5 drawer dresser with leather pulls and Black Lacquer
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Leather, Teak, Lacquer
H 39 in W 32 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb 3-Drawer Dresser #1508 Blonde Finish Brass Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage mid-century Paul McCobb 3-drawer dresser Planner Group #1508. Beautiful dresser by Paul
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Maple
H 33 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb 3-Drawer Dresser #1508 Blonde Finish Brass Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
McCobb circa 1950s Planner Group, 3 drawer, solid maple, blonde finish, brass pulls, Wood tapered legs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Maple
H 33 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Low 8 Drawer Dresser with Brass Finger Pulls
By Dyrlund
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern teak tall 8 drawer low dresser brass finger pulls. Very nice construction all
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut 4 drawer Dressers with Nickel pull handles
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Walnut Mid Century Modern Dressers with (4) pull out drawers and the original Nickel
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Nickel
H 32 in W 39 in D 19 in
Mid Century Modern Teak low 6 drawer dresser with leather pulls and plinth base
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Teak low 6 drawer dresser with leather pulls and Black Lacquer
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Teak
H 26 in W 63 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Six Drawer Dresser
Located in Trenton, NJ
with unique pointed wooden drawer pulls. The quality vintage construction and mid-century modern design
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Wood
Amerock T-554-3 Polished Brass Modern Knob Drawer Pull
Located in Dayton, OH
3 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pulls. Amerock, item number T-554
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Blonde Two Tiered End Table with Drawer and Brass Ring Pull
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
1950s Mid-Century Modern stepped or tiered mahogany end table with drawer and brass Asian style
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Mahogany
H 23.25 in W 18 in D 28 in
Amerock A-419-26 Polished Chromium Modern Swoop Drawer Pulls
Located in Dayton, OH
4 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pulls. Amerock, item number A-419
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk with brass and walnut pulls
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk with brass and walnut pulls'
Brass caps on legs
Chair opening 28.25
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 4-Drawer Chest
By Paul McCobb
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut 4-Drawer Chest. Featuring a rectangular design
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Chrome
National Lock Co Medalist C596 Bright Brass Cup Recessed Modern Drawer Pulls
Located in Dayton, OH
25 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock Company
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
H 2.5 in W 0.5 in D 2.5 in
Mid-Century Modern United 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern United 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser. Featuring a straight line
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid century Paul McCobb 8 Drawer Dresser Credenza #1507 Blonde Maple T Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage Mid century Paul McCobb 8 drawer dresser credenza Planner Group #1507. Beautiful dresser by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Steel, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Double Dresser with Tear Drop Pulls
By Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Sleek mid century modern design 6 drawer dresser with original tear drop hardware. Great quality
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walnut 9 Drawer dresser
Located in Elkton, MD
The Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Emphasis Walnut Credenza features nine pull-out drawers adorned
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Paul McCobb 8-Drawer Dresser Credenza #1507 Blonde Maple Brass Pulls
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage Mid-century Paul McCobb 8-drawer dresser credenza Planner Group #1507. Beautiful dresser by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 60 in D 18 in
Lane Perception Oak Mid-Century Modern One Drawer Nightstand Side Table
By Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lane Perception oak Mid-Century Modern one drawer nightstand side table. Item features sculpted
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Oak
2 National Lock Co Medalist C275-10 Dull Bronze Knob Modern Drawer Pulls
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pull pair. National Lock Company - Medalist
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
H 1.375 in W 0.75 in D 1.375 in
Mid Century Teak Dresser Aluminum Pulls
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid century teak dresser
Mid-Century Modern credenza sideboard, English, circa 1960s. Flamed
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser. Featuring a straight
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Paul McCobb #1560 Double Drawer Desk Blonde Maple Finish Brass Pulls
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Paul McCobb Planner Group #1560 double drawer desk blonde maple finish with brass cone
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Aluminum
H 29 in W 48 in D 24 in
Mid Century Dresser Credenza Brass Pulls
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceedingly well-crafted credenza / dresser. Features the mid-century style and construction
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern lowboy dresser by Widdicomb features hardwood construction, beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid century Danish modern Teak 6 drawer dresser
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish modern Teak 6 drawer dresser. Clean simple Danish modern dresser with 6 drawers
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut 6 Drawer Dresser by Lane Dovetail Drawer
Located in Seattle, WA
This Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser was Manufactured by Lane. It is 6 Drawer Lowboy
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Wood
H 31 in W 60 in D 18 in
National Lock Medalist C697-3CT Century 21 Knob Brass Turquoise Drawer Pulls MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
23 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock die cast drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
H 0.5 in W 0.75 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Nine-Drawer Dresser with Metal Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern dresser features nine hefty drawers with a unique variety of pulls
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Heywood Wakefield 3 Drawer Writing Desk
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern writing desk by Heywood Wakefield features hardwood construction, original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Maple
Mid Century Modern Danish 8 Drawer Teak Dresser, circa 1960s
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
. The color looks as if it is the original finish.
A Classic Mid-Century Modern design. But would
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Teak
Charles Webb Traditional Mid Century Modern Oak Rectangular 4 Drawer Dresser
By Charles Webb
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Charles Webb oak dresser. A simple mid century dresser featuring a light oak wood construction, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Oak
Modern 7 Drawer Mid-Century Dresser by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Features - 7 dovetailed drawers, mounted with brass pulls, and framed border in brass surrounding
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern White Kent Coffey Nine-Drawer Dresser
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern white lacquered dresser with nine deep drawers and Chrome Pulls.
By Kent Coffey
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Nickel
mid century modern 6 drawer walnut dresser with carved handles
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique mid century modern walnut 6 drawer dresser with carved handles. Dark reddish walnut wood
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Lowboy Dresser With Pull Out Desk
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Trenton, NJ
home. Crafted with precision and care, this dresser boasts the classic mid-century design elements that
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Eight-Drawer Dresser by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern dresser features eight large drawers with sculpted brass pulls on each
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
Mid century Danish modern Teak 6 drawer dresser credenza
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish modern Teak 6 drawer dresser. Clean simple Danish modern dresser with 6 drawers
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Teak
National Lock Co Medalist Round Copper Drawer Pulls Knob MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
62 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock die cast drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 6 Drawer Walnut and Brass Dresser
Located in Charleston, SC
This vintage modern sturdy walnut dresser features brass inlays and inset drawer pulls. Its
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart Mid Century Modern Three Drawer Chest
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern dresser bachelor chest designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Teak Night Stand Side Table with Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid Century Modern nightstand from Sweden, circa 1960. This Scandinavian teak side table has a
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Hardware Hammered Round Drawer Pulls Knobs
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Midcentury Drawer Hardware Hammered Round Pulls Knobs
Set of two
2 diameter x .75 tall
Original
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern John Cameron Three Drawer Lowboy Chest of Drawers
By John Cameron
Located in Weymouth, MA
Mid-Century Modern walnut lowboy/chest of drawers with carved front drawer pulls. Rare vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern 5 Drawer Dresser in Walnut by Dillingham
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
sculpted and ebonized drawer pulls being a key design feature. Has a minor ink stain on top otherwise in
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Modern Paul McCobb 3-Drawer Dresser #1508 Walnut Finish Pull Handles
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
McCobb circa 1950s Planner Group, 3 drawer, solid maple, Walnut finish, Wood handle pulls, Wood legs base
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Maple
H 33 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern 8 Drawer Lowboy Dresser Styled After Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern lowboy dresser in the style of Heywood Wakefield features solid maple
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Maple
National Lock Co C278-26 Galaxie Bright Chrome Drawer Pulls MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
21 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock die cast drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
National Lock Co Medalist C293-3 Bright Brass Drawer Pulls MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
33 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock die cast drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser by Stanley
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser Recessed Pulls by Stanley
Dimensions. 66
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
National Lock Co Medalist Antique Brass Rosette Drawer Pulls Knobs Nouveau
Located in Dayton, OH
18 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock Company
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
H 1.5 in W 0.75 in D 1.5 in
National Lock Co Medalist C287 Dull Bronze Modernist Drawer Pulls MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
12 Available - Mid to late 20th century old-stock drawer / cabinet pulls. National Lock Company
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Three Drawer Chest
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely small scale three drawer chest in cherry with a dark walnut finish. Picture frame front
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Brass
mid century modern 9 drawer credenza walnut dresser with carved handles
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique mid century modern walnut 9 drawer dresser with carved handles. Dark reddish walnut wood
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls
Materials
Walnut
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Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of retro mid century modern drawer pulls for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique retro mid century modern drawer pulls was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and maple. There are all kinds of retro mid century modern drawer pulls available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Retro mid century modern drawer pulls bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many retro mid century modern drawer pulls are appealing in their simplicity, but Paul McCobb, Planner Group and Paul Frankl produced popular retro mid century modern drawer pulls that are worth a look.
How Much are Retro Mid Century Modern Drawer Pulls?
Prices for retro mid century modern drawer pulls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, retro mid century modern drawer pulls begin at $10 and can go as high as $10,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,800.
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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