1970s LaBarge Rectangle Nautical Carved Gilt Wood Seashell Beveled Wall Mirror
By LaBarge
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Italian LaBarge rectangle Wall Mirror with Giltwood Seashell Decor and beveled Mirror Glass. Makers Mark on the Reverse.
Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage Shell-Encrusted Bud Vase – Coastal Grandmillennial Décor
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This stunning vintage shell-encrusted bud vase is an exquisite piece of coastal artistry perfect for lovers of seashell décor, grand millennial interiors, and nautical collectibles
Shell, Clay
Set of 5 Large Natural Nautical Seashells Coastal Beach House Organic Decor
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful collection of five large natural seashells featuring dramatic sculptural forms, thick construction, and distinctive wavy ridges. These impressive shells display wonderful n...
Shell
Mid-Century Modern Shell Tray, Black Lacquered Ceramic, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Ceramic
Art Deco Shell Vide-Poches in brass, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Brass
Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Abalone shell & Alpaca pill box, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor. Discover our curated collec...
Silver
Abalone shell & alpaca tray, Mexico, Circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
$939 / item
Abalone shell & alpaca tray, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Hollywood Regency mother-of-pearl & brass Coasters, Set of 4, Italy, 1970
By Regency
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Brass
Abalone shell & alpaca Ashtray, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Shell Jar, Alpaca, Mexico, 1970s Art
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor. Discover our curated collec...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mussel Shell Caviar Server, Bronze & Shell, Mid-Century Italy, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Bronze
Faux Tortoise Shell & mirrors Dior Style lighter, Italy, 1970's
By Christian Dior
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Mirror
Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Crab & Shell Centerpiece, France, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Brass Shell Vide-Poches Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Bronze
1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box
By Christian Dior
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Metal, Silver Plate
Mother-of-pearl & aluminium centerpiece, Italy, circa 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Mother-of-pearl & aluminium centerpiece, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Mother-of-pearl & aluminium Centerpiece, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Fish bottle opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Fish letter opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mother-of-pearl salt & pepper shakers, Italy, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Mother-of-Pearl
Large Mussel Shell Vide-Poches, chromed metal, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Metal, Chrome
Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver
Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver
Articulated Abalone shell and Brass Fish Bottle Opener, Mexico, 1980's, 17 cm
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Brass
Abalone Shell & Brass Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Glass, Shell
Fish bottle opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 4, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Glass
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, 70's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Glass
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Glass, Alpaca
Abalone shell salt & pepper shakers with tray, Alpaca Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor. Discover our curated collec...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Abalone shell & Alpaca Picture frame, Mexico, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Midcentury Abalone Shell Photo Frame, Circular Design, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone shell & Alpaca Picture frame, Mexico, circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Set/2 Wooden Boxes, Beige, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Dandara box set includes two wooden boxes, perfect to be displayed together and enrich your room decor. The seashell and starfish shaped handles with gold leaf finish combines perfe...
Metal, Gold Leaf, Brass
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Set of Lamp and Vase Tomasso Barbi in Ceramic, Lampshade Palm Tree, 1970
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Avignon, Vaucluse
Set of ceramic lamp and vase with seashell decor. 40 cm lamp base with 40 x 40 black palm fiber shade.
Ceramic, Palmwood
Sold
H 11 in W 14 in D 4 in
Pair of English Midcentury Majolica Brackets with Seashells and Faux-Bois Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English majolica brackets from the mid-20th century, with seashell decor. Created in England during the midcentury period, each of this pair of majolica brackets attracts o...
Majolica
Pair of Coastal Seashell Table Lamps-Nautical Decor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your space with this beautiful pair of tall table lamps, each uniquely handcrafted with natural seashells. These striking lamps bring a touch of coastal elegance and organic ...
Glass
Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Fish bottle opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, circa 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Sold
H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Murano Glass Shell Tray, Amber with Gold Flecks, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Murano Glass
Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, circa 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca and wood, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tray, Alpaca Metal, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Sold
H 2.76 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Midcentury Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Glass
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Shell Pitcher, Alpaca, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood, Shell
Artisanal Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Sold
H 3.5 in W 7.25 in D 4.5 in
Italian Handblown Art Glass Multicolor Conch Seashell Sculpture Decor Object
By Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous hand blown realistic multicolor Italian art glass conch shell sculpture. Unsigned. Very well detailed, looks like a true natural specimen. It has a soft pink interior, with ...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tray, Alpaca Metal, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mussel Shell Vide-Poches in bronze, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Bronze
Loetz Shell Vase Candia Papillion, circa 1899, Art Nouveau
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
They were executed in great detail and quality. Seashells were produced in different decor variations among them Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, rare phenomenon decorations, Chiné and as i...
Art Glass
Large Loetz Shell Vase Candia Papillion, circa 1899 Art Nouveau
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
They were executed in great detail and quality. Seashells were produced in different decor variations among them Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, rare Phenomen decorations, Chiné and, as in...
Art Glass
Small Loetz Shell Vase Candia Papillion, circa 1899, Art Nouveau
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
They were executed in great detail and quality. Seashells were produced in different decor variations, among them Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, rare Phenomen decorations, Chiné and as in...
Art Glass
Decorative Ceramic Vide-Poche by Pol Chambost, circa 1950s
By Pol Chambost
Located in London, GB
Decorative ceramic vide-poche by Pol Chambost (circa 1950s). Small yet elegant seashell-shaped form with white base and dark, grape-purple outline and lip. Outside of the centre, the...
Ceramic
Ceramic pin tray by Albert FERLAY, Vallauris, France, 50's
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
superb ceramic empty pocket in the shape of a mussel, by Albert FERLAY, Vallauris, France, 50's Very nice color contrast between yellow and black. Piece signed below
Ceramic
Large Gilt Wood Mirror 44.75"H x 34.5"W circa 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large gilt wood mirror, American, circa 1950s. It measures 44.75"H x 34.5"W.
Mirror, Wood
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty vintage lidded box ambitiously handcrafted in a lush composition of exotic seashells throughout with a felt lined interior.
Shell
Large South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell
Located in Copenhagen, K
Large South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Clam shell The shell is in very good condition and with a beautiful pink tint.
Shell
Large Natural South Pacific Clam Shell #5
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a large, 19 inch, gorgeous Natural Clam Shell specimen from the South Pacific seas showcasing deeply scalloped edges, exceptional details and a luminous, calcified surface. ...
Shell
$1,250
H 13 in W 26 in D 14.5 in
Mid Century Coastal Modern Large and Realistic Faux Seashell Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large scale cast faux seashell sculpture from the early 1970's. Very realistic and a coastal decorators dream.
Plaster
Seashell Natural Tonna Galea, Circa 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful natural Tona galea seashell, Organic Modern style, Indo-Pacific, circa early-20th century. A beautifully preserved Tonna galea seashell in white and warm neutral tones. T...
Shell
$600
H 44 in W 28 in D 1 in
Italian Hollywood Regency Style Mastercraft Style Brass Shell Motif Wall Mirror
By Mastercraft
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Italian Hollywood Regency style polished brass decorative wall mirror in the style of Mastercraft. This large rectangular form mirror features a finely cast shell motif.
Brass
Large Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell, II
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a large fosselized Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell. The shell is in overall very good condition with normal ocean weathering. The age of the shell is indeter...
Shell
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Oyster Plate Bauscher, Germany
By Bauscher Weiden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful oyster plate features 6 wells for oysters and one for the sauce or lemon. It is marked at the back with manufactory sign. Nice addition to your table or just to displa...
Ceramic
$484Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.86 in W 6.7 in D 2.37 in
French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora, Turn of the 20th Century
Located in Valencia, VC
French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora Vase, Cabinet of Curiosities Object, Turn of the 20th Century French shellwork amphora dating to the turn of the 20th century, covered with hundr...
Sandstone
$822Sale Price|30% Off
H 5.75 in W 6.5 in D 9.75 in
Natural Matching Pair Whole Complete Giant Clam Sea Shell Tridacna Gugas 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Beautiful complete natural specimen, Tridacna Gigantas / Giant Clam shell / fossil featuring matching top and bottom halves. White in color. Seven folds. Nautical, Maritime, beach d...
Shell
Vintage Shell Covered Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Showcasing intricate coastal folk artistry, this vintage mid-century urn-form sculpture is densely encrusted with thousands of small, natural pointed sea shells. Constructed over a l...
Shell, Foam
Large Natural South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Giant Clam Shell
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell From The South Pacific. Impressive natural large clam shell specimen from the South Pacific Seas. The vintage clam features intricate detailing on the exter...
Shell
A "seashell" lamp - French folk art - 1960s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A seashell lamp, assembled from two real mother-of-pearl shells and electrified. A piece of French folk art from the 1960s. perfect condition. Can be US wired on request.
Shell
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$3,900
H 50 in W 36 in D 1.75 in
Vintage Scalloped Seashell Shell Palm Beach Soft White Lacquered Wall Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Such a beauty! Vintage scalloped seashell shell wall mirror. Newly lacquered in a soft white gloss. I love the ruffle like edges that the shells have. Comes ready to hang. Made of a ...
Composition
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
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
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 celebrated 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.
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.
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Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.