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Mid Century Starburst Accent Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
In the dark Ossian finish to the starburst cherry veneered top with a central metal inlaid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Starburst Accent Table - Almond
Located in Westwood, NJ
In a light almond finish to the starburst cherry veneered top with a central metal inlaid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Marc Weinstein Mid Century Starburst Wall Sculpture circa 1960s
By Marc Weinstein
Located in Atlanta, GA
Three Dimensional Starburst Wall Sculpture, made by Marc Weinstein, American, circa 1960s. It
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
1960s Pinwheel Brazen Nail Table Sculpture Mid-Century Starburst as Curtis Jere
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful and delicate Mid-Century era welded tabletop kinetic sculpture, no signature can be found
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 16.88 in W 7 in D 7 in
Mid-Century Modern Starburst German Catchall
Located in Charleston, SC
, I hope you love it as much as I do. I love the starburst effect made in this one. These make the
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Mid Century Modern Starburst Venetian Mirror
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century Venetian Wall Mirror with an Atomic vibe. Rare take on a classic. Four angled panels
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Starburst Sculpture
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist starburst sculpture. No visible signature. Nice mixed metal design
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Mid Century Diminutive Starburst Mirror
Located in South Salem, NY
A Mid 20th century dimunutive giltwood starburst mirror. Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Mid Century Modern Giltwood Starburst Convex Mirror
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid Century Modern Giltwood Starburst Convex Mirror
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Giltwood
Modernist Double Entry Door Asymmetrical
By Aaron Saxton, Maria Armada, History Never Repeats
Located in South Charleston, WV
mid century starburst design is solid half inch by quarter inch solid brass bar raised over walnut on
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Giltwood Sunburst Starburst Convex Mirror
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning vintage French gilded wood sunburst or starburst mirror, circa 1950. It retains the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Giltwood
Mid Century Space Age Starburst Diamond Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
These modernist mid century diamond earrings are a fun, daily accessory. Set in Florentine finished
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid 20th Century Starburst Semi Flush Fixture
Located in Canton, MA
A semi flush fixture with original starburst glass. Cast frosted glass. Aluminum fixture with bead
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
Mid century modern style brass starburst wall art
By Bruce and William Friedle, William Friedle
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Mid century modern brass starburst wall sculpture with turquoise accents. The age and maker are
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Italian Red Starburst Mirror by Palladio
By Palladio
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning Italian hand carved wood starburst mirror in red bol. Originally gilded, now worn down to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Wood
Modernist Single Entry Door Built to Order in Walnut
By History Never Repeats, Maria Armada, Aaron Saxton
Located in South Charleston, WV
series and all are handmade with no two the same.
Featured above our Mid Century Starburst design with
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Sputnik Starburst Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A staggering mid-century diamond necklace. This unique piece displays rays of round brilliant cut
Category
Vintage 1950s Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Mid Century Modern Green Starburst Wall Clock
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Green Starburst Wall Clock
Circa 1960
Dimensions
D 31” (entire
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid_Century Gold Metamec Starburst Wall Clock, 1960s
By Metamec
Located in London, GB
For sale is a Mid-Century Modernist ‘Starburst’ or 'Sunburst' wall clock by Metamec, England and
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Bronze "Starburst" Coffee Table by Daniel Gluck
By Daniel Gluck
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century bronze “Starburst” coffee table designed by Daniel Gluck in the United States, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze, Steel
French gilded starburst iron mirror, mid-1900s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large oval starburst mirror in gilded and crafted iron. Made in France, mid-1900s.
In beautiful
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Iron
Antique Carved and Giltwood Mid Century French Starburst Mirror
Located in Essex, MA
A lovely French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with a double row of gilded wooden rays
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Natural Rattan Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Rattan
Natural Bamboo Mid-Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a high-quality natural rattan and bamboo mid-century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Bamboo
Organic Bamboo Mid Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality natural rattan and bamboo mid century style starburst clock hand crafted by
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Bamboo
Mid-Century Modern Murano Starburst Chandelier by Camer, 1970s
By Camer Glass
Located in Plainview, NY
An impressive and stylish Mid-Century Modern large 5-tier starburst chandelier by the Italian Camer
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning 1970s sunburst starburst Junghans wall clock. Made of heavy resin, gilded, with a junghans
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Resin
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Abstract Chrome Starburst Memphis Sculptural Clock
Located in Dayton, OH
has a Memphis Design style meets Space Age / retro / atomic / Mid-Century Modern feel.".
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 70 in W 13 in D 26 in
Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning 1980s sunburst starburst wall clock. Made of some kind of polystyrene foam, gilded, with a
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic, Polystyrene
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Period Highball Glasses with Gold Starbursts
Located in Nantucket, MA
Eight Mid-Century Modern highball glasses in an atomic pattern with open rectangles, some vertical
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Modernist Single Entry Door Built to Order in Walnut
By History Never Repeats, Maria Armada, Aaron Saxton
Located in South Charleston, WV
passage and entry doors with a Mid-Century Modern style. Pictured is an exterior entrance door 85" tall
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
1960s Broyhill Saga Mid Century Modern Mirror Etched Starbursts Design
By Broyhill
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1960s Broyhill Saga Mid Century Modern Mirror Etched Starbursts Design
Fantastic mirror! Original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
1960s Mid Century Fully Mirrored Sun Ray/ Starburst Wall Mirror
Located in Opa Locka, FL
XL Mid Century Modern Fully Mirrored Starburst/ Sun Ray Wall Mirror. All of the "rays" are mirrored
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Art. Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRUTALIST STARBURST
METAL WALL SCULPTURE
Direst Metal Sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Murano Starburst Camer Glass Five-Tier Chandelier Mid-Century Modern
By Camer Glass
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outrageous and large Mid-Century Modern Camer glass five-tier starburst chandelier. This piece is
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Starburst Round Coffee Table Walnut & Chrome, 1960s, Germany
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Andernach, DE
A beautiful piece of mid century design is this beautifully crafted low table.
Beautifully crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
H 22.05 in Dm 39.38 in
Mid Century Striated Starburst Glass Flushmount Chandelier w/ Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern flush mount chandelier was realized in Czechoslovakia circa 1950
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Czech Mid Century Flushmount Chandelier in Starburst Glass & Chrome Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Mid-Century Modern flush mount chandelier was realized in Czechoslovakia circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Rattan Starburst Sunburst Mirror, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful handwoven Starburst Sunburst shape rattan and wicker mirror. This mirror has a
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wicker, Mirror
H 22.75 in W 22.75 in D 1 in
Pair 1960s Mid Century Modern Gilt Bronze Sunburst/ Starburst Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Amazing Pair of Mid Century Modern 1960s Gilt Bronze "Starburst" Wall Sconces. I have never seen a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Art. Enamel Steel Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRUTALIST STARBURST
METAL WALL SCULPTURE
Direst Metal Sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 38 in W 38 in D 8 in
Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Signed Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Mid-Century Modern sapphire and diamond ring.
With a large, Old European cut
Category
20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
Curtis Jere Multi-Toned Metal Starburst Wall Sculpture Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A Mid-Century Century signed Curtis Jere multi-toned metal wall
sculpture comprised of three
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wooden Zodiac Sign Starburst Mirror, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
. Eye-catching contrast of the cream white frame with the colored areas. Manufactured at the Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Monumental Starburst after Curtis Jere, 20th Century
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Hamburg, PA
. This modern sculpture originated out of a Pennsylvania estate that was decorated in Mid-Century Modern
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel
Brutalist Nail Wall Art Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sunburst Starburst Metal
By Silas Seandel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Curtis Jere. Great mid century modern piece.
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
H 25.5 in W 46 in D 6 in
Stunning Curtis Jere Signed Brass Peacock Starburst Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This wall sculpture by Curtis Jere is really stunning in person. A beautiful addition to a Mid
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid Century Moroccan 8-Pointed Star Wall Art. Wood Starburst Sunburst Rare.
Located in Peoria, AZ
Wow!
Incredibly Rare
Mid Century Modern
8 pointed Star Wall Sculpture
Moroccan Art
Large
Category
Mid-20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
Stunning C Jere Style Brutalist Starburst Nail Wall Sculpture Mid-Century, 1970s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
form rays as they extend outwards. The starburst reflects modern design, brutalism and an undying
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Emil Stejnar Starburst Brass Ceiling Lamp for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar
Located in München, DE
Original Mid-Century Modern Emil Stejnar starburst brass ceiling lamp for Rupert Nikoll.
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 16.54 in Dm 16.93 in
Curtis Jere Mixed Metal Starburst Pom Pom Wall Sculpture Mid-Century Modern Art
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
thin metal rods welded together to make a dimensional starburst which has attached chrome wire and
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 46 in W 17.5 in D 8 in
Metal Starburst 20th Century French Mirror
Located in London, GB
A good quality metal mirror in the form of a starburst.
Likely aluminium, French, mid-late 20th
Category
Vintage 1940s French Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Oscar Heyman and Bros. Diamond Plat. 18k Yellow Gold Starburst Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid-Century Oscar Heyman and Bros. Diamond Platinum 18k Yellow Gold Starburst Ring. Featuring
Category
Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century Murano Flower Starburst Hanging Light
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th century Murano glass and chrome sputnik pendant light.
This striking piece features twenty
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Marc Weinstein Starburst
By Marc Weinstein
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Marc Weinstein starburst wall sculpture.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Starburst Italian Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
style of Stilnovo mid-century. 12 hand blown white glass globes made in Italy.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Diamond Starburst Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous vintage diamond starburst earrings feature a starburst motif (also resembling a
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond
Vintage Starburst Jajim
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Origin: Turkey
Dimensions: 10’2? x 5'
Age: 1950’s
Design: Jajim
Material: 100% Wool Flatweave
Color: Yellow, Purple, Pink, Orange, Mint
K6757
Jajim is a thin, handmade ca...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Mid Century Starburst For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century starburst available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every mid century starburst was constructed with great care. There are 415 variations of the antique or vintage mid century starburst you’re looking for, while we also have 13 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century starburst, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century starburst, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll and Curtis Jere each produced at least one beautiful mid century starburst that is worth considering.
How Much is a Mid Century Starburst?
The average selling price for a mid century starburst at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Starburst
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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Iconic Furniture Makes This 1958 Midwestern Home a True Mid-Century Gem
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
Welcome Back to Designer Russel Wright’s Mid-Century Hudson Valley Home
The industrial designer was known for his sleek, modern dinnerware, but his 1961 house and the landscape around it may be his most astonishing creation.
Cara Greenberg Wrote the Book on Mid-Century Modern Furniture. Here Are Her Auction Finds
The author and design expert was among the first to define the style and coined its alliterative name. She shares her favorite pieces on 1stDibs Auctions — including some steals.
Jochum Rodgers Has Long Brought the Best of 20th-Century Design to Berlin and Beyond
Opened by Hans-Peter Jochum some 40 years ago, the pioneering gallery specializes in mid-century gems but also spotlights contemporary pieces by European artists and makers.
A Guide to Herman Miller’s Most Iconic Furniture
The prolific manufacturer has partnered with many of the world’s top designers since opening its doors in 1923. Here are some of the company’s greatest hits, which helped transform the American home and office.
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