Midcentury Steelcase Tanker Dining Table and Chairs Set
By Steelcase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Midcentury steel Tanker dining table and chairs set features a table and four chairs made by Steelcase.
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Sets
Steel
Midcentury Steelcase Tanker Dining Table and Chairs Set
By Steelcase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Midcentury steel Tanker dining table and chairs set features a table and four chairs made by Steelcase.
Steel
1970's Chrome and Yellow Vinyl Steelcase Armchair
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Incredible vintage 70's Steelcase tanker armchair with a chrome frame. Cushions and armrests are newly upholstered in black and lemon yellow vinyl.
Chrome
Set of Four Steelcase Industrial Tanker Chairs
By Steelcase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 4 Steelcase model 233 industrial office chairs featuring an all-steel frame with lime vinyl seating. The Steelcase company has been producing office furniture for over 100 ye...
Steel
Modern Black & Chrome Metal Tanker Credenza by Steelcase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Modern black enameled steel tanker Credenza with chromed legs and Walnut Laminate Top.
Steel, Chrome
Classic Steelcase Tanker Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage steel tanker desk by Steelcase, USA. Heavy gauge steel, that's been stripped, hand polished and clear coated.
Steel
Classic Steelcase, Single Bank Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage steel tanker desk by Steelcase, USA. Heavy gauge steel, thats been stripped, hand polished and clear coated.
Steel
Midcentury Steel Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Florence Green
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
1960s tanker steel bookcase freshly powder coated in high Florence green. This adjustable 3-shelf unit is an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact, yet holds many books. Co...
Steel
Tall Tanker Bookcase, Custom Refinished in Safety Orange
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high Safety Orange (OG26). This minimal, unit with six adjustable shelves, is perfect for storage and display. In excellent refinish...
Steel
Unavailable
H 84 in W 38 in D 10 in
Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase Custom Refinished in Midnight Blue
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss "Midnight Blue" (BL20). This minimal unit with six adjustable shelves is perfect for storage and display. In excellent r...
Steel
Unavailable
H 84 in W 38 in D 10 in
Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Lime Green, Custom Order
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss lime green. This minimal unit with six adjustable shelves is perfect for storage and display. This piece is custom ref...
Steel
Unavailable
H 42 in W 38 in D 10 in
1960s Steel Tanker Style Bookcase in Blue ‘BL05’, Custom Refinished
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Neat 1960s tanker style steel bookcase freshly powder-coated in high gloss blue (BL05). This adjustable 3-shelf unit is an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact, yet holds ...
Steel
Unavailable
H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in
McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Blue and Yellow
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
1960s Classic tanker refinished in gloss midnight blue (BL20) and yellow ochre (RAL 1003), Go Rams! This double pedestal steel desk features utility drawers, filing drawer, locking s...
Aluminum, Steel
Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish
By Rehab Vintage Interiors, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
Custom made steel credenza inspired by tanker style furniture popular in the 1960s. This beauty features a two-tone brass and gloss white powder coated finish and double sliding door...
Steel
Midcentury Tanker Desk Custom Refinished in White
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
1960s Classic tanker refinished in gloss white with optional custom glass tabletop. This double pedestal steel desk features utility drawers, filing drawer, locking stationary drawer...
Aluminum, Steel
Steelcase Tanker Desk in Marine Blue, Edited by Montage
By Steelcase, Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
A one-of-a-kind item edited by Montage. The classic tanker desk by Steelcase, a true icon of the mid-century surely anyone can relate to.
Midcentury Steelcase Tanker Dining Table and Chairs Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century steel Tanker dining table and chairs set features a table and four chairs made by Steelcase.
Steel
Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair
By Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial metal double pedestal desks by Steelcase with great mid-century modern Good Form chair. We have multiple sets, perfect for stocking an office. Desk sits on a double pede...
Metal
Refurbished Steelcase Rolling Steno Tanker Chair, Navy Blue
By Rehab Vintage Interiors, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Steel armed steno chair. Made by Steelcase in the 1950's/60's. Reupholstered in navy blue vinyl. Refinished steel frame. Swivels, rolls, and adjustable. 23"w x 22"d x 32"h Seat: ...
Steel
Steelcase Industrial Tanker Chairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steelcase available model 233 Industrial office chairs featuring an all steel frame with a green vinyl top. 9 Available The Steelcase company has been producing office furniture ...
Steel
Steelcase Industrial Tanker Chairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steelcase available model 233 Industrial office chairs featuring an all steel frame with a green vinyl top. 9 Available The Steelcase company has been producing office furniture ...
Steel
Atomic Age Mid Century Tanker Style Rolling Office Chair
By Steelcase
Located in San Diego, CA
A classic American Office chair in original Naugahyde with steel frame swivels moves up and down, the backrest moves back and forward, a very nice and clean condition we cleaned the ...
Metal
1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
1960s Steel single pedestal tanker desk refinished in gloss white powder coat finish. Metallic silver hardware. File, box and middle pencil drawer and unique pull out writing / sto...
Steel
Steelcase Model 233 Industrial Tanker Steel Office Chairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steelcase available model 233 Industrial office chairs featuring an all-steel frame with a green vinyl padded seat. Classic institutionalized look for any setting including Mid-centu...
Steel
Set of 4 Seafoam Green Model 233 Steelcase Industrial Tanker Chairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steelcase Model 233 industrial office chair featuring an all-steel frame with a lime vinyl. Repainted and redone. The Steelcase company has been producing office furniture for over 1...
Steel
Vintage Steelcase Industrial Metal File Cabinet, circa 1950s
By Steelcase
Located in South Bend, IN
Very heavy and sturdy. Pairs nicely with Steelcase tanker desks.
Metal
Classic Pair Grey Industrial Office Steel Tanker Arm Chairs by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic pair Steelcase arm chairs, desk /office, excellent condition, superior quality and construction, extremely comfortable.
Metal
Set of 4 Steelcase Industrial Tanker Chairs **Saturday Sale**
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steelcase Model 233 industrial office Chair featuring an all steel frame with a grey vinyl top. The Steelcase company has has been producing office furniture for over 100 years. I...
Steel
Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage 1950s metal tanker desk. Wear consistent with age.
Metal
Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic steelcase brand double pedestal desk newly refinished in gloss white powder coat with natural steel drawers. Dimensions: 30" D x 60" W x 29.5" H.
Steel
Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface
By Steelcase
Located in Essex, MA
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Steelcase brand tanker double pedestal desk, originally painted, and then stripped down to waxed steel surface some time ago.
Steel
Double Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steel Age, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
This classic 1950's Steelcase tanker desk features a double pedestal base with adjustable pontoon legs.
Steel
1960s Tanker Table by Steelcase, Refinished in Bright Blue
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Midcentury Steelcase 4-legged table with drawer refinished in a powder coated pop of bright blue (RAL5012).
Steel
Petit Single Tanker Steelcase Desk
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Another classic steelcase desk. Single tanker style. This is the petit one.
Steel
Polished Steel Single Bank Tanker Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
This Classic American deco style desk features high build quality, stylish Industrial aesthetic and ample work surface and storage. These desks are customizable and you can choose fr...
Steel
1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza
By Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
Our 1960s knee-space tanker credenza is a console table with the added functionality of a slim desk. This Classic mad men era piece offers ample storage, including two multi-shelf ca...
Steel
Classic Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss navy blue. This minimal, unit with 6 adjustable shelves, is perfect for storage and display. In excellent refinished ...
AllSteel Bumper Top Tanker Desk
By Steelcase, Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
We gave this 1960s double pedestal tanker desk by AllSteel a unique two tone finish. Newly restored in natural steel with teal drawers and brushed aluminum hardware. Features four ut...
1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, Refinished
By Steelcase, Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic 1960s single pedestal tanker desk. Features a paper tray and three locking drawers including a utility and file drawer. Newly refinished in natural steel with brushed aluminu...
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Silver
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in metallic Ben...
Steel
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert/ Organizer, Refinished in Red Wine
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in gloss red wi...
Steel
Pair of Steel Tanker Drawer Inserts Repurposed as Organizers
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the inserts to a classic tanker desk's utility drawers, we repurposed these neat pieces for use as a desktop organizers. Steel has been newly powder-coated in two shades of glos...
Steel
Midcentury Tanker Desk with Custom Walnut Top
By Steelcase, Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Midcentury steel tanker desk refinished with a twist. This beauty features an oversized solid walnut top with radius corners and a "Natural Steel" powder coated finish. Please no...
Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Red
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of red...
Steel
Sold
H 2.25 in W 13 in D 4.74 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Peach
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of hig...
Steel
Sold
H 2.25 in W 13 in L 2.25 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Turquoise
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of Tur...
Steel
Sold
H 2.25 in W 13 in D 2.5 in
Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Blue
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of tur...
Steel
Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza with Walnut Top
By Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Custom made steel credenza with walnut top inspired by tanker style furniture popular in the 1960s. This beauty features a "Natural Steel" powder coated finish and double sliding doo...
Steel
Sold
H 2.5 in W 5.75 in D 9 in
Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Yellow
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Repurposed 1940s steel desk drawer for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of gloss "Mellow Yellow" (YL01). Features original polished brass handl...
Steel
Sold
H 2.25 in W 13 in D 4.74 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Sage Green
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of Sag...
Steel
Sold
H 2.25 in W 13 in D 4.74 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Ruby Red
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of hig...
Steel
Sold
H 2.25 in W 13 in D 4.74 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Desktop Organizer, Refinished in Yellow
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat Industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of Mel...
Steel
Sold
H 1.5 in W 13 in D 2.75 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Bengal Silver
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in metallic Ben...
Steel
Sold
H 2.75 in W 13 in D 4.5 in
Steel Tanker Drawer Insert Repurposed as Organizer, Refinished in Bright Blue
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the insert to a Classic tanker desk's utility drawer, we repurposed this neat industrial piece for use as a desktop organizer. Steel has been newly powder-coated in a pop of hig...
Steel
Sold
H 1.5 in W 13 in D 2.75 in
Pair of Steel Tanker Drawer Inserts Repurposed as Desktop Organizers, Refinished
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Once the inserts in a Classic tanker desk's utility drawers, we repurposed these neat steel pieces for use as desktop organizers/ pen and supply trays. Steel has been newly powder-co...
Steel
Refinished Tanker Console Desk or Knee Space Credenza
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steel Age, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
The vintage tanker knee-space credenza offers the functionality of a slim desk with the added storage capability of two multishelf cabinets with locks. We restored this piece in a wh...
Steel, Aluminum
1960s Single Pedestal Tanker Desk Refinished in Two-Tone Pink
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
In stock and ready to ship! Who says tankers can't be cute?! This Classic 1960s single pedestal desk is pretty in pink and ready to add a little love to your space. Newly refinis...
Aluminum, Steel
Petite Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer, Refinished
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Alhambra, CA
Midcentury four-legged tanker table with drawer, circa 1940s. This unique "mini tanker" is perfect for the young scholar or as a small writing desk. Ideal in a kitchen nook or consid...
Steel
Sold
H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in
McDowell Craig Midcentury Tanker Desk Refinished in Bauhaus Colors, in Stock
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
In stock and ready to ship! Classic 1960s McDowell Craig tanker desk refinished in a playful Bauhaus-inspired color combination of green and blue with a while top. This Classi...
Aluminum, Steel
Tanker Console Desk / Knee Space Credenza, Refinished, c. 1960's
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steel Age, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
The vintage tanker knee-space credenza offers the storage capability of two file drawers and four box drawers with the added functionality of a slim desk. We restored this piece in a...
Four-Legged Tanker Table with Drawer by General Fireproofing, 1940's
By Mcdowell-Craig, General Fireproofing Company, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Four-legged tanker table with drawer by General Fireproofing, c. 1940's. This unique "mini tanker" is perfect for the young scholar. Newly refinished in a natural steel patina wi...
Steel, Aluminum
Mid Century Steelcase Tanker Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Glendale, CA
Mid Century Tanker Desk made by Steelcase in the USA. Lots of storage space .
$1,250 / set
H 51.19 in W 36.62 in D 12.6 in
Cool Dutch 1970's Space Age Vanity Dressing Table & Matching Wallmounted Mirror
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Fantastic 1970's Space Age Bedroom Vanity / Dressing Table The Vanity has an adjustable mirror and a drawer unit for storing your make up goodies A cute wall mounted mirror in yel...
Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
"Perf" Sideboard in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel
By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Perf" is a credenza, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, in varnished steel black mat, with doors in varnished steel available in these colors: copper, blac...
Steel
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Bookshelf by Herman Miller Refinished
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Art Deco Bookcase, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, American, circa 1930s. Part of Rohde's modular East Indian Laurel Group. This piece is currently being ref...
Metal
Modernist Dutch Haagse School side or end table, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An elegant, modestly sized Dutch modernist table, exemplifying the refined geometry and architectural clarity of early 20th-century Haagse School design. Executed in richly toned mah...
Mahogany
Italian Wood Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian wood cabinet, 1960s. Dimensions: H= 83 cm; W= 130 cm; D= 43 cm.
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Credenza / Sideboard by Florence Knoll
Located in Oakville, CT
1950's Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza / Cabinet with Laminate Top Overall Dimensions: 18 3/4" deep x 48" wide x 27" high Top Dimensions: 17 3/4" deep x 48" wide Lower Sections: 15...
Steel
$3,950 / item
H 28.75 in W 94.89 in D 30.32 in
Carlo Scarpa Orseolo Dining Table for Cassina, Lacquered Aluminum
By Carlo Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Price is dependent on the chosen material and size. Available sizes: 241x77 240x92 280x92 FASTENERS: Cast satin finish aluminum. FRAME TOP: MDF boards covered with a coat of mirr...
Aluminum
$2,350
H 30.5 in W 54 in D 18 in
Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s Features a sleek Mid Century Modern Design with a beautiful walnut woodgrain, two trifold doors with flat...
Walnut
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Knoll all black small credenza - Beautiful practical credenza for living or office space. Has (2) front Sliding doors with leather pulls that reveal two adjustable shelves, one on ea...
Leather, Oak, Lacquer
$5,495
H 27.5 in W 71.25 in D 17.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Chrome Credenza by Florence Knoll, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Designed by architect and furniture designer Florence Knoll, one of the most influential figures of mid-century design, this exceptional walnut credenza embodies the clean lines, arc...
Steel, Chrome
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.75 in W 72.25 in D 19 in
Modern to Scandinavian Modern Black Painted Oak Waterfall Style Buffet Credenza
Located in Topeka, KS
Well, what have we here? A marvelous credenza? Yes! Maybe it’s a beautiful buffet? Yes! Or a fabulous sideboard? Yes! What about an incredible cabinet? ALSO… YES!!! This marvelous vi...
Oak, Paint
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 73 in D 20 in
Post modern light gray gloss lacquer 4 door credenza Cabinet
By Ello Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post modern light grayish/blue Lacquered 4 Door Credenza Cabinet. This 73” wide credenza has storage inside behind 4 door panels with 6 adjustable shelves with all pins inside, has m...
Metal
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
An exceptional midcentury walnut file cabinet/credenza by iconic designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s, manufactured in the USA. This absolutely stunning piece features gorgeous walnut, s...
Chrome
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Elegantly crafted credenza made of walnut. Credenza features distinctive half moon drawer and door pulls.
Walnut
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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