Basket Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite & Chrome, Christian Dior style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Cubic basket in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and chrome borders in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury Round Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini, Willy Rizzo
Located in Nicolosi, IT
The tray features a striking tortoiseshell-effect lucite surface, framed by sleek brass handles that encircle the tray, adding a sophisticated touch of luxury.
Brass
Serving Tray Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Team Guzzini, Dior Home, Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing squared serving tray or centerpiece in lucite faux tortoiseshell effect and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
Christian Dior Midcentury Lucite Tortoiseshell Effect and Brass Jewelry Box 1970
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
This piece, is in its unique elegance, simulates tortoiseshell with its lucite structure and has precious golden brass finishes.
Brass
Guzzini’s Oval Lucite Serving Tray from 1970s Italy – Faux Tortoiseshell -brass
By Guzzini
Located in Hamburg, DE
Immerse yourself in the luxurious aesthetic of faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite, creating a mesmerizing visual appeal.
Brass
Midcentury Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
In fabulous conditions with no chips or cracks. The lucite has a vibrant tortoiseshell effect and is enhanced by a decorative polished brass rim.
Brass
Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century serving tray fully made in a vibrant tortoiseshell effect lucite with a polished solid brass frame.
Brass
Box Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Silver Christian Dior Style, Italy, 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Squared decorative jewelry box in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and Silver in Christian Dior style.
Metal, Silver
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Thermos Carafe, Italy 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
The body of the carafe is made in lucite with an amazing tortoiseshell effect which pairs amazingly the brass, giving it luxurious and sophisticated aesthetic.
Metal, Brass
Round Centerpiece Serving Tray Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing round serving tray / centerpiece in tortoiseshell effect lucite with and border brass in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Guzzini Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Vide-Poche, Italy 1970s
By iGuzzini, Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pocket emptier or centerpiece in tortoiseshell effect lucite and polished brass. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy in the 70s by Guzzini (the original label of the ...
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Basket in Lucite Tortoiseshell Christian Dior Home Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing hexagonal basket or magazine rack in in lucite tortoiseshell effect and chrome with handle in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Lucite Tortoiseshell Coffe Table Bronzed Mirror Top, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Astonishing midcentury coffee table in lucite with tortoiseshell effect and mirrored glass.
Glass, Mirror, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Willy Rizzo Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970
By Christian Dior, Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
The tray is crafted from a single large piece of lucite with a vibrant tortoiseshell finish and is completed by two integrated polished brass handles.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Box in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy, 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury squared pair of decorative box in tortoiseshell-effect lucite in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Dior Round Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
The tray features stunning lucite with a vibrant tortoiseshell finish. The contrast between the rich golden brass and the amber and cognac tones of the lucite creates a refined and l...
Metal, Brass
Christian Dior Photo Frame in Lucite Tortoiseshell and Brass, Italy, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century photo frame in curved lucite with a beautiful tortoiseshell effect and brass.
Brass
Dior Set of Six Charger Plates in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous set of six octagonal charger plates in vibrant tortoiseshell effect lucite. This incredibly stylish and unique set is attributed to a Dior Home production and was produced ...
Lucite, Plexiglass
Mid-Century Dior Oval Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
In excellent condition, with no chips or cracks. The lucite used has a striking tortoiseshell effect that enhances its appearance.
Metal, Brass
Dior Mid-Century Jewelry Box Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Chrome, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Delightful mid-century decorative jewelry box in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s for a Dior Home Production.
Metal, Chrome
Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy 1970
By Christian Dior, Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-century tray in a gorgeous tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This charming rectangular tray, clearly in the style of Christian Dior, was produced in Italy during the 1970s b...
Metal, Brass
Willy Rizzo Floor Lamp in Chrome and Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular Italian floor lamp in chrome-plated metal topped by a striking tortoiseshell effect lucite dome shade. This incredibly stylish and unique was designed in Italy during the...
Metal, Chrome
Set of 3 Nesting Tables in Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell Christian Dior, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing set of three nesting tables in lucite faux tortoiseshell effect in the style of Christian Dior.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Pair of Apple-Shaped Vide Poche Bowl in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
In amazing conditions, with no chips or cracks. The tortoiseshell effect lucite used is incredibly vibrant and charming.
Chrome
Midcentury Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Team Guzzini, Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing round serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect lucite in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Midcentury Christian Dior Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell & Chrome, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome borders in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing square serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite and brass in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Faux Tortoiseshell Tray Attributed Christian Dior, circa 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Faux tortoise shell tray, attributed to Christian Dior. It was made in France in the 1970's. Fire-colored, shimmering, resembling tortoiseshell. In good condition.
Lucite
Midcentury Christian Dior Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing octagonal serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass borders in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
Guzzini Midcentury Faux Tortoiseshell Plexiglass and Briar Magazine Rack, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
This unique magazine rack has been beautifully crafted to give it the look of a tortoiseshell with a fantastic amber hue and edged with a briar effect lucite.
Lucite, Plexiglass
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass in Christian Dior Style, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century rectangular serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite and brass in the style of Christian Dior.
Brass
Midcentury Tortoiseshell Plexiglass Italian Serving Tray after Willy Rizzo 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
It is a rectangular design attributed to Willy Rizzo for a Christian Dior production. It is iconic tortoiseshell plexiglass and lucite serving tray or platter that will amaze your...
Metal
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Chrome Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing squared serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome borders in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Chrome
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass Christian Dior Home Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing large octagonal serving tray or centerpiece in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass borders in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Brass
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Team Guzzini, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite and brass in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Brass
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing large octagonal serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect Lucite and brass borders in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Brass
French Art Deco Tortoiseshell and Butterscotch Bakelite Cocktail Pick Set
Located in Nantucket, MA
French Art Deco cocktail picks and stand. Eight chrome plated forked picks with translucent red cherry tops in a faux tortoise Bakelite stand with pierced butterscotch Bakelite top-p...
Chrome
$550Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Serving Tray in Faux Tortoiseshell Acrylic Glass and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
The tortoiseshell effect on the smoked lucite gives charm and elegance to the object..
Brass
Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Bar Cart with Tortoiseshell-Effect Columns
Located in London, GB
A brass and glass bar cart, circa 1970, of rectilinear form with two bevelled glass tiers, raised on castors. The frame is executed in polished brass, with uprights finished in an ex...
Metal
$255Sale Price|40% Off
White Caviar Bead Box Purse w Tortoiseshell Celluloid Lid and Long Strap, 1950s
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This charming 1950s purse is a true vintage gem. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a tortoiseshell celluloid lid and a stylish braid handle, adding a touch of ...
Tortoise Shell, Lucite
Willy Rizzo Style Italian Tortoiseshell Plexiglass And Brass Magazine Rack
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Prato, Tuscany
The lower side panels are topped with brushed brass bars, while the open top, which doubles as a practical handle, adds a refined touch to the overall design. The tortoiseshell finis...
Brass
Rectangular Box Lucite Tortoise Shell Effect, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular box in Lucite tortoiseshell effect with three hollow circles on the top.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Hollywood regency set of 2 lucite photo frames, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Hollywood regency set of 2 lucite photo frames Italy 1970s Faux tortoiseshell effect lucite H 19 cm - 19 × 5 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
Lucite
Squared Ice Bucket in Tortoise Shell Effect Lucite, Italy, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Squared ice bucket in tortoiseshell-effect Lucite with transparent cover made in Italy in the 1970s.
Plastic, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century decorative jewelry box made from a beautiful combination of lucite enriched with Vienna straw, brass, and tortoiseshell-effect lucite.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Lucite “Tortoise” Catchall Tray with Brass Rim 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Date: Circa 1970 Origin: Italy Materials: Tortoiseshell-effect Lucite (acrylic resin), solid brass Dimensions: 25 cm W × 25 cm D × 7 cm H
Brass
Dior Set of 3 Decorative Boxes in Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw, Italy, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century set of three decorative jewelry boxes made from a combination of lucite enriched with Vienna straw, brass, wood, and tortoiseshell-effect lucite.
Brass
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
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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.
Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.
From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.
When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.
Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.
Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
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