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Mid-Century Brass and Bamboo Wicker Picture Frame, Italy circa 1970
Mid-Century Brass and Bamboo Wicker Picture Frame, Italy circa 1970

Mid-Century Brass and Bamboo Wicker Picture Frame, Italy circa 1970

By Studio Italia Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

sophisticated design boasts solid brushed brass framing complemented with genuine bamboo or wicker elements. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Lucite, Rattan and Gilded Aluminum Picture Frame, circa 1970
Italian Lucite, Rattan and Gilded Aluminum Picture Frame, circa 1970

Italian Lucite, Rattan and Gilded Aluminum Picture Frame, circa 1970

By Studio Italia Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning decorative picture photo frame is perfect for a living space or vanity. The frame

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Round Coffee Table with Wicker Top and Metal Frame
Mid-Century Modern Round Coffee Table with Wicker Top and Metal Frame

Mid-Century Modern Round Coffee Table with Wicker Top and Metal Frame

By Raoul Guys

Located in Brooklyn, NY

features a minimalist black metal frame with three slender legs and a beautifully hand-woven wicker (rattan

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Rattan, Wicker & Metal Chair, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Rattan, Wicker & Metal Chair, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Rattan, Wicker & Metal Chair, Italy, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Rattan, Wicker & Metal Chair, Italy, 1960s A striking example of mid-century

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Wicker and Metal Magazine Rack by Raoul, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Wicker and Metal Magazine Rack by Raoul, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Wicker and Metal Magazine Rack by Raoul, 1950s

By Raoul Guys

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

-century modern style. He is best known for furniture that combines bent metal rod structures with wicker

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Twin Headboards - A Pair
Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Twin Headboards - A Pair

Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Twin Headboards - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

interior. This pair reflects the superior artisanal quality popularized during the late mid-century

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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Wicker Lucite Serving Tray Metal Frame by Janetti, Italy, 1970s
Wicker Lucite Serving Tray Metal Frame by Janetti, Italy, 1970s

Wicker Lucite Serving Tray Metal Frame by Janetti, Italy, 1970s

By Janetti

Located in Rome, IT

Serving tray in Lucite wicker and metal frame by Janetti Roma Firenze (original label attached on

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Vintage Coffee Table of a Metal Frame, Wicker Basket and Glass Top, Netherlands
Vintage Coffee Table of a Metal Frame, Wicker Basket and Glass Top, Netherlands

Vintage Coffee Table of a Metal Frame, Wicker Basket and Glass Top, Netherlands

Located in Steenwijk, NL

scratches and chiploss to the glass top from use and the metal frame shows signs of use as well. The frame

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern White Wicker Side Table 1950s Austria
Mid-Century Modern White Wicker Side Table 1950s Austria

Mid-Century Modern White Wicker Side Table 1950s Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern vintagewhite lacquered wicker side table with black tube steel frame, Austria

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

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wicker Chair, Daniel R. Johnson, 1950s
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wicker Chair, Daniel R. Johnson, 1950s

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wicker Chair, Daniel R. Johnson, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

Executed with slender iron frames and handwoven wicker seats, this pair of armchairs reflects the

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wicker and Glass Shelving Unit, France, 1960
Mid-Century Wicker and Glass Shelving Unit, France, 1960

Mid-Century Wicker and Glass Shelving Unit, France, 1960

Located in Madrid, ES

French Bohemian Wicker shelf unit from the late mid-century. It consists of a metal frame and

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Metal and Wicker Bucket Stools Austria 1950
Metal and Wicker Bucket Stools Austria 1950

Metal and Wicker Bucket Stools Austria 1950

By Herta-maria Witzemann

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

have a black painted solid metal frame which is very strong and sturdy. An elegant wicker woven bucket

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Wicker Radar Lounge Chairs and Pedestal Tables Set, Mid-Century USA
Wicker Radar Lounge Chairs and Pedestal Tables Set, Mid-Century USA

Wicker Radar Lounge Chairs and Pedestal Tables Set, Mid-Century USA

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist

Located in Chattanooga, TN

strength: a nearly invisible metal skeleton frame supports the wicker weave, delivering both delicate

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid 20th Century Italian Concave Mirror made in Wicker and Black Metal, 60s
Mid 20th Century Italian Concave Mirror made in Wicker and Black Metal, 60s

Mid 20th Century Italian Concave Mirror made in Wicker and Black Metal, 60s

Located in Roma, IT

A splendid mirror with an unusual shape, with its concave frame created from a dense weave of woven

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Rattan, Mirror

Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Side Table or Sofa Table, 1950s, Austria
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Side Table or Sofa Table, 1950s, Austria

Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Side Table or Sofa Table, 1950s, Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

A Mid-Century Modern wicker rattan side table or sofa table, which was designed and manufactured in

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

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Large 1950s Wicker Baskets Sitting on a Black Metal Frame
Set of 3 Large 1950s Wicker Baskets Sitting on a Black Metal Frame

Set of 3 Large 1950s Wicker Baskets Sitting on a Black Metal Frame

Located in Doornspijk, NL

toes. They sit on a black metal frame. They would be very decorative in a child's room to store Lego

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Steel

Italian Mid-century Boho Style Wicker Table lamp with new Lampshade, 1970s
Italian Mid-century Boho Style Wicker Table lamp with new Lampshade, 1970s

Italian Mid-century Boho Style Wicker Table lamp with new Lampshade, 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Mid-century Boho Style Wicker Table lamp with new Lampshade, 1970s Beautiful table lamp

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Wicker Metal Vintage Dining Chairs or Chairs Black Blue Sonett Vienna circa 1950
Wicker Metal Vintage Dining Chairs or Chairs Black Blue Sonett Vienna circa 1950

Wicker Metal Vintage Dining Chairs or Chairs Black Blue Sonett Vienna circa 1950

By Karl Fostel Sen’s Erben

Located in Vienna, AT

Wicker metal vintage dining chairs or patio chairs duo or pair of set of 2 designed by Karl Fostel

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Set of 4 Chromed Metal, Rattan Italian Chairs, Campo & Graffi 1970s
Mid-Century Set of 4 Chromed Metal, Rattan Italian Chairs, Campo & Graffi 1970s

Mid-Century Set of 4 Chromed Metal, Rattan Italian Chairs, Campo & Graffi 1970s

By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful midcentury set of four wicker and chromed metal Italian chairs. These amazing pieces were

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wicker lounge chair by Dirk Van Sliedrecht, 1960's, Netherlands
Mid-Century Wicker lounge chair by Dirk Van Sliedrecht, 1960's, Netherlands

Mid-Century Wicker lounge chair by Dirk Van Sliedrecht, 1960's, Netherlands

By Dirk Van Sliedregt, Rohe Noordwolde

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Mid century armchair with black steel frame and wicker. Netherlands - 1960s Good condition

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Extremely Sought After Lloyds Loom Metal Wicker Rattan Set of Chairs
1960s Extremely Sought After Lloyds Loom Metal Wicker Rattan Set of Chairs

1960s Extremely Sought After Lloyds Loom Metal Wicker Rattan Set of Chairs

By Lloyd Loom

Located in Markington, GB

Pair of 1960s Lloyd Loom Metal & Wicker Rattan Chairs An extremely sought-after pair of Lloyd

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hollywood Regency Wicker Lounge Chairs + Ottomans
Pair of Hollywood Regency Wicker Lounge Chairs + Ottomans

Pair of Hollywood Regency Wicker Lounge Chairs + Ottomans

Located in Rio Vista, CA

cushions in a soft linen style fabric in beige. The lounge chairs are constructed from a metal frame having

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20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Metal & Rattan Dining Chairs, 1960s
Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Metal & Rattan Dining Chairs, 1960s

Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Metal & Rattan Dining Chairs, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

to the frame. The seat and backrest are covered with a light-colored wicker. The chairs are stackable

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Wicker Basket with Lid, 1950s
Wicker Basket with Lid, 1950s

Wicker Basket with Lid, 1950s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

a tubular frame typical of the mid-century period. Its elegant, well-proportioned design enhances

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Metal

Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Hanging Cocoon Egg Chair w/ Stand
Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Hanging Cocoon Egg Chair w/ Stand

Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Hanging Cocoon Egg Chair w/ Stand

Located in Van Nuys, CA

chairs at the time and Paul Frankl's Rattan. The chair is suspended by a chain from a metal frame stand

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Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Wicker Trolley Bar Cart, 1950s
Wicker Trolley Bar Cart, 1950s

Wicker Trolley Bar Cart, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A beautiful trolley table or tea cart made of a black painted metal frame with wicker shelves

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Vintage wicker dining chairs, 1980s - set of 4
Vintage wicker dining chairs, 1980s - set of 4

Vintage wicker dining chairs, 1980s - set of 4

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful wicker dining chairs with elegant black metal frames. Good for both indoor and outdoor

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hanging Wicker Rattan Jai Alai Style Basket Scoop Chair
Hanging Wicker Rattan Jai Alai Style Basket Scoop Chair

Hanging Wicker Rattan Jai Alai Style Basket Scoop Chair

By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist

Located in Chattanooga, TN

intended) for a relaxed sit. A sturdy, nearly invisible metal interior "skeleton" frame provides serious

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tommaso Barbi Wicker and Chrome Coasters, 1970s
Tommaso Barbi Wicker and Chrome Coasters, 1970s

Tommaso Barbi Wicker and Chrome Coasters, 1970s

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Atlanta, GA

1970s. The rounded shape boasts a chromed metal stepped framing complemented by braided genuine wicker

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Heavily Textured Framed Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture by Henrik Horst, 1970's
Heavily Textured Framed Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture by Henrik Horst, 1970's

Heavily Textured Framed Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture by Henrik Horst, 1970's

By Hendrik Horst

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sede Style Dark Leather Pouf (sold) and Mid-Century Emmanuelle Wicker Peacock Chair (sold).

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Mathieu Matégot Wicker Lounge Chairs, France 1950
Mathieu Matégot Wicker Lounge Chairs, France 1950

Mathieu Matégot Wicker Lounge Chairs, France 1950

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in DE MEERN, NL

passion, each chair boasts a sturdy metal base supporting round wicker tubs, creating an elegant

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Vintage 1950s French Rustic Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Metallic Thread

Luciano Bertoncini for Bellato Italian Oak Wicker Dining Chairs 1970s
Luciano Bertoncini for Bellato Italian Oak Wicker Dining Chairs 1970s

Luciano Bertoncini for Bellato Italian Oak Wicker Dining Chairs 1970s

By Luciano Bertoncini

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

produced by Bellato with solid oak frame legs, tubular steel seat upholstered in wicker,Italy 1970s Please

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Carl Aubock Side Table, Flower Plant Bench, Iron, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s
Carl Aubock Side Table, Flower Plant Bench, Iron, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s

Carl Aubock Side Table, Flower Plant Bench, Iron, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful rectangular Mid-Century side table / bench from the 1950s. This authentic vintage

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Carl Aubock Side Table, Flower Plant Bench, Iron, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s
Carl Aubock Side Table, Flower Plant Bench, Iron, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s

Carl Aubock Side Table, Flower Plant Bench, Iron, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful rectangular Mid-Century side table / bench from the 1950s. This authentic vintage

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Carl Aubock Long Side Table, Flower Bench, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s
Carl Aubock Long Side Table, Flower Bench, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s

Carl Aubock Long Side Table, Flower Bench, Rattan, Wicker, Austria, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful rectangular Mid-Century side table / bench from the 1950s. This authentic vintage

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

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Christian Dior Lucite, Wicker and Brass Placemats or Chargers, 6 pieces
Christian Dior Lucite, Wicker and Brass Placemats or Chargers, 6 pieces

Christian Dior Lucite, Wicker and Brass Placemats or Chargers, 6 pieces

By Christian Dior, Dior Home

Located in Atlanta, GA

Collection circa 1970. The chargers have a rectangular shape with polished brass framing. The insert is made

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal, Brass

1961 Dirk Van Sliedregt, Rare 514 Original Wicker Lounge Chair with Chrome Base
1961 Dirk Van Sliedregt, Rare 514 Original Wicker Lounge Chair with Chrome Base

1961 Dirk Van Sliedregt, Rare 514 Original Wicker Lounge Chair with Chrome Base

By Gebroeders Jonker Noordwolde, Dirk Van Sliedregt

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

). Picture #16 shows a spot on the back where the wicker is disconnected. The frame has some rusty stains

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Rattan SIDE TABLE by Janine ABRAHAM, France 1950
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Rattan SIDE TABLE by Janine ABRAHAM, France 1950

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Rattan SIDE TABLE by Janine ABRAHAM, France 1950

By Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol

Located in PARIS, FR

black lacquered metal frame and an impressive woven wicker top, creating a warm and captivating

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Modern Design EGG Basket Wicker Chair set, Italy 1950's
Midcentury Modern Design EGG Basket Wicker Chair set, Italy 1950's

Midcentury Modern Design EGG Basket Wicker Chair set, Italy 1950's

By Roberto Mango

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

black metal frame. Very nice designed chairs which can be used as side chairs or patio chairs. They all

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Modernist Iron Bar Cart / Trolley with Plywood and Wicker Inserts
Italian Modernist Iron Bar Cart / Trolley with Plywood and Wicker Inserts

Italian Modernist Iron Bar Cart / Trolley with Plywood and Wicker Inserts

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique drinks cart / trolley composed of a wrought iron frame with mixed metal inset panels

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Square Brass and Rattan Coffee Table, Milo Baughman DIA Style
Mid-Century Modern Square Brass and Rattan Coffee Table, Milo Baughman DIA Style

Mid-Century Modern Square Brass and Rattan Coffee Table, Milo Baughman DIA Style

By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Mid-Century Modern square brass-plated and wicker rattan coffee table. Brass toned metal frame with

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Industrial Wicker Tea Cart
Vintage Industrial Wicker Tea Cart

Vintage Industrial Wicker Tea Cart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique vintage modern two-tier tea cart featuring a painted white metal frame, wicker top, and set

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

1960s Minimalist Table Lamp in Wicker and Fabric
1960s Minimalist Table Lamp in Wicker and Fabric

1960s Minimalist Table Lamp in Wicker and Fabric

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

1960s Minimalist Table Lamp in Wicker and Fabric Description: This is a mid-century table lamp

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Florencia Large Wicker Palm Leaf Chandelier from the FS Flores Collection
Florencia Large Wicker Palm Leaf Chandelier from the FS Flores Collection

Florencia Large Wicker Palm Leaf Chandelier from the FS Flores Collection

By FS Henemader Antiques, Inc.

Located in Palm Beach, FL

a metal frame ambitiously wrapped in reed with a casual elegance. Exclusively designed and offered

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal

Vintage Lidded and Footed Woven Wicker Basket with Handles
Vintage Lidded and Footed Woven Wicker Basket with Handles

Vintage Lidded and Footed Woven Wicker Basket with Handles

Located in Queens, NY

framed wicker body with two woven handles and embossed brass banding bearing a geometric pattern, resting

Category

20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Decorative Baskets

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Franco Albini Table Lamp in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Franco Albini Table Lamp in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Franco Albini Table Lamp in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy, 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century table lamp entirely crafted from curved bamboo and hand-woven rattan wicker

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century MCM Tropitone Outdoor Chairs with Vinyl Straps & Cushions Set 6
Mid-20th Century MCM Tropitone Outdoor Chairs with Vinyl Straps & Cushions Set 6

Mid-20th Century MCM Tropitone Outdoor Chairs with Vinyl Straps & Cushions Set 6

By Tropitone

Located in Topeka, KS

. Circa, Mid-20th Century. NOTE: If you love this set of 6 outdoor chairs by Tropitone, we have an

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table w/ Rattan Basket & Glass Top
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table w/ Rattan Basket & Glass Top

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table w/ Rattan Basket & Glass Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

black enameled metal frame with clean, geometric lines characteristic of Mid-Century design. Lower shelf

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair

Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

simplicity common in American mid-century modern design, his work is anything but one-note. Over the course

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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

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Wicker Mid Century Metal Frame For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wicker mid century metal frame you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each wicker mid century metal frame for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using natural fiber, metal and wicker. Your living room may not be complete without a wicker mid century metal frame — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A wicker mid century metal frame, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made wicker mid century metal frame has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Rohe Noordwolde, Dirk Van Sliedregt and Gebr. Jonkers are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wicker Mid Century Metal Frame?

Prices for a wicker mid century metal frame start at $706 and top out at $2,800 with the average selling for $1,404.

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

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.