'Zelda' Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltrona, Italy, 1962
By Sergio Asti
Located in Argelato, BO
Sergio Asti, 'Zelda' model sofa for Saporiti, Italy. The two-seater sofa, compact and elegant, has
Wood
'Zelda' Armchair by Sergio Asti for Poltrona, Italy, 1962
By Sergio Asti
Located in Argelato, BO
Sergio Asti, 'Zelda' model armchair for Saporiti, Italy. The armchair, compact and elegant, has a
Wood
Sergio Asti for Poltronova 'Zelda' Coffee Table in Walnut
By Sergio Asti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 'Zelda' coffee table, walnut plywood, Italy, 1962. Geometric side
Walnut, Plywood
Zelda Coffee Table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova
By Poltronova, Sergio Asti
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Zelda coffee table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, Italy. Designer: Sergio Asti Manufacturer
Wood
$3,995
H 25.6 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s
By Sergio Asti
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s
Leather, Wood
Zelda Side Table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova 1960s
By Poltronova, Sergio Asti
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Zelda side table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, Italy. Designer: Sergio Asti Manufacturer: Flos
Wood
Unavailable
H 20.08 in W 33.08 in D 33.08 in
Sergio Asti & Sergio Favre "Zelda" Large Walnut Center Table for Poltronova 1962
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova, Sergio Favre
Located in Milan, Italy
This center table was designed by architects Sergio Asti and Sergio Favre in 1962 for Poltronova
Walnut, Plywood
Two armchairs 'Zelda' by Sergio Asti 1962
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Berlin, DE
seat. Designed in 1962 by the Italian architect and designer Sergio Asti for Poltronova. The armchairs
Wool, Plywood
Sergio Asti, set of two 'Zelda' Armchairs, Poltronova, 1962
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Firenze, IT
Set di due Poltrone ‘Zelda’ , disegnate da Sergio Asti per Poltronova nel 1962. Si tratta del primo
Fabric, Wood
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H 25.2 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Armchairs by Sergio Asti for Poltronova
By Sergio Asti
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" armchairs by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s.
Leather, Wood
Wooden Side Table Zelda by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Padova, IT
Zelda side table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova – Italy – 1960s Table produced in the 60s by
Wood
Zelda coffee table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova – Italy – 60’s
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Padova, IT
Coffee table produced in the 60s by Poltronova based on a project by Sergio Asti. Structure and
Wood
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H 24.41 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Italian 'Zelda' Armchairs by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Stunning set of mid-century lounge chairs by Italian designer Sergio Asti for Poltronova, Italy
Fabric, Wood
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H 27.56 in W 61.03 in D 35.44 in
Italian Zelda Sofa Set in Cognac Leather by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Sergio Asti for Poltronova in the 1960s. The sofa features a striking design with a curved, organic shape
Faux Leather, Wood
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H 10.63 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Sergio Asti Italian Mid-Century Dark Wood Coffe Tables Zelda for Poltronova 1962
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Moderrn design set of two coffe tables “Zelda” model designed by sergio asti
Wood
Sergio Asti 'Zelda' Three-Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 'Zelda' sofa, leather and darkened wood, Italy, 1962. Beautiful three
Leather, Wood
Sergio Asti for Poltronova 'Zelda' Coffee Table in Walnut
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 'Zelda' coffee table, walnut plywood, Italy, 1962. Geometric side
Walnut, Plywood
Dining Table "Zelda" by Sergio Asti, Italy, 1960 ca
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Roma, IT
Dining table designed by Sergio Asti. Structure in wood, metal and top covered in 'Zelda' model
Metal
Zelda Side or Center Table by Sergio Asti, Poltronova 1962
By Poltronova, Sergio Asti
Located in Renens, CH
Side table from the "Zelda" series designed by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, Italy 1962. The
Wood
Sergio Asti for Poltronova 'Zelda' Sofa in Walnut and Leather
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Asti for Poltronova, sofa model 'Zelda', leather, walnut, brass, Italy, 1962. This well
Brass
Pair of Armchairs Zelda by Sergio Asti for Poltronova
By Sergio Asti
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of armchairs Zelda by Sergio Asti for Poltronova. Made on 1962.
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H 10.63 in W 59.85 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Coffee Table by Sergio Asti, Poltronova
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" coffee table by Sergio Asti, Poltronova.
Wood
Zelda coffee table by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960's
By Poltronova, Sergio Asti
Located in Savona, IT
Table produced in the 60s by Poltronova based on a project by Sergio Asti. Structure and top in
Teak
Sold
H 23.23 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Sofa in Cognac Leather by Sergio Asti for Poltronova
By Sergio Asti, Poltronova
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" sofa in Cognac leather by Sergio Asti for Poltronova.
Leather
Pair of Pierre Yves Rochon Nickel Plated Brass French Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Pierre Yves Rochon nickel plated brass French sconces. Specially made for a prestigious palace in Paris. In the style of Rulhman. US rewired and in working condition. 2 S...
Brass, Nickel
$2,730 / item
H 12.63 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Sculpted solid brass in a "smoke" acid patinated finish, machined and mechanically fastened. Goatskin parchment shade with accordion-folded face and hand stitched edges. Hand-dyed br...
Brass
Rewire Custom Brass Castanet Sconce
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire Custom Brass Castanet Sconce. Each sconce requires one E26 100w maximum bulb. Sconce naturally patinas over time to resemble the result in the photographed image. Priced and ...
Brass
$2,034Sale Price / item|10% Off
H 6 in W 7.25 in D 4.75 in
'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
By Pierre Chareau, Maison Paname
Located in Glendale, CA
'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesier...
Alabaster, Steel
Ettore Sottsass Callimaco Floor Lamp for Artemide
By Ettore Sottsass, Artemide
Located in Glendale, CA
Ettore Sottsass 'Callimaco' floor lamp for Artemide. Originally created in 1982, Ettore Sottsass’ “horn” of light creates the remarkable illusion of an oversized musical instrument...
Aluminum
$16,700
H 31.11 in W 102.37 in D 31.5 in
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...
Fabric, Walnut
$9,564 / item
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Sabine Marcelis Yellow Candy Cube Contemporary Cocktail table Polished Resin
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sabine Marcelis Freestanding table in yellow From the series “Candy Cubes” Manufactured by Sabine Marcelis Produced for Side Gallery Rotterdam, The Netherlands 2017 High polished si...
Resin
$730 / item
H 5.1 in W 13.3 in D 3.5 in
Charlotte Perriand 'Applique À Volet Pivotant Double' Wall Light in Aluminum
By Nemo Lighting 1, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Glendale, CA
Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant Double' wall light in aluminum. Originally designed in the 1950s as the iconic CP1, these newly produced authorized re-editions are st...
Metal, Aluminum
$12,600
H 71.2 in W 54.4 in D 16 in
Italian Mid-Century Vanity Console by Cesare Lacca with Mirror in Burl Walnut
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FH27 Majestic vanity dressing table console with mirror, 1950s by Cesare Lacca per La Permanente Mobili Cantù , in burl walnut folder. Large shaped mirror. Console with two si...
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit or wardrobe, walnut, Italy, 1970s This striking wall unit from the 1970s reflects a bold modernist approach with an architectural appearance. Crafted from rich walnut, the...
Walnut
Vintage Cream Marble Console Table
Located in Denver, CO
1970’s - 80’s Post Modern Believed to be American-made when similar items were being imported from Italy. Double chamfer table top. Solid marble. Sourced in Colorado. ...
Marble, Stone
Arte Povera Italian Antique Low Table
Located in Austin, TX
Shepherd table from the Dolomites in Italy. This piece is made of solid chestnut wood and features the original patina. It is crafted with peg joinery. This piece has four low legs s...
Wood
Dovetailed Platform Bed in Ash, Full
By Brian Holcombe
Located in Princeton, NJ
This bed is designed to accommodate a contemporary aesthetic. This design is carefully handmade, featuring detailed construction and traditional technique which utilizes the interloc...
Ash
$4,900 / item
H 11 in W 64 in D 84 in
Contemporary Floating Platfrom Bed in White Oak by Boyd & Allister
By Boyd & Allister
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This contemporary floating platform bed in White Oak was originally designed for my own bedroom. It is priced and pictured as a queen sized bed in both White Oak and Walnut. It is av...
Maple, Oak
$2,736
H 25.6 in Dm 19.69 in
Iconic "Taccia" Table Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An iconic piece of Italian design, this Taccia table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos. It has been gently displayed only in a showroom window for a short period,...
Metal, Aluminum
$1,650 / item
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Carimate Dining Chairs in Leather & Dark Wood
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Casina, 'Carimate' dining chairs, model '115' leather, stained beech, Italy, 1963 This large set of dining chairs belongs to the 'Carimate' line, one of Vico M...
Leather, Beech
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.