Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite Square Italian Decorative Jewelry Box, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
the tortoiseshell effect lucite is incredibly elegant and makes this box unique. The way this item
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Serving Tray, France, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Serving tray in tortoiseshell effect Lucite and chrome borders. France, Mid-Century Modern piece
Metal, Chrome
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Decorative Jewelry Box, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
tortoiseshell effect and clear lucite. This stylish object was made in Italy during the 1970s and is attributed
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Christian Dior 1970s Tray Table Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gabriella Crespi. Large rectangular butler tray in Lucite with faux tortoiseshell pattern and brass border
Brass
Square Romeo Rega Tray Centerpiece, Tortoiseshell Lucite, Brass, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Rome, IT
Square tray with faux tortoise pattern in glass and plexiglass/Lucite with diagonal lines in brass
Brass
Bicolor Picture Frame in Tortoiseshell Lucite & Burl Wood, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Bicolor rectangular picture frame half in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and half in burled wood. Made
Plastic, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Christian Dior Decorative Catchall Bowl in Tortoiseshell Lucite, Italy, 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
tortoiseshell-effect lucite. A delightful and unique decorative object, a must-have for all fashion and design
Lucite
Italian Gaetano Sciolari 1970s Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Table Lamp
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lucite secured to chrome fittings in a geometrically angular fashion. The Lucite has amber color with
Chrome
Team Guzzini Italy 1970s Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Picture Frame
By Guzzini, Team Guzzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
round picture view in Lucite with tortoiseshell (tortoise) pattern and shiny gilded brass accent. Marked
Brass
Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Picture Photo Frame Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modernist picture photo frame in tortoise shell pattern and crystal clear Lucite with shinny gilded
Brass
Italian Coffee Table or Stool in Tortoiseshell Lucite, Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous midcentury square coffee table or stool in lucite with tortoiseshell effect. This
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Umbrella Stand Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury umbrella stand in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and brass details in the style of
Metal, Brass
Serving Tray in Effect Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass by Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini, Team Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite by Team Guzzini
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Mid-Century Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular serving tray in tortoiseshell-effect lucite with brass handles designed by Guzzini
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular serving tray in tortoiseshell effect lucite with brass handles designed by Guzzini
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Round Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury round serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and brass in the style
Metal, Brass
Willy Rizzo Umbrella Stand in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome, Italy 1980s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous umbrella stand in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome. This charming umbrella stand was
Chrome
Umbrella Stand Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Umbrella stand in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and brass details in the style of Christian Dior
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular serving tray in tortoiseshell-effect lucite with brass handles designed by Guzzini
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Nesting Tables in Tortoiseshell Lucite, Christian Dior, Italy 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular set of three square nesting tables in tortoiseshell effect lucite. This charming tables
Plastic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Willy Rizzo Umbrella Stand in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous umbrella stand in a beautiful tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This charming
Brass
Brass and Tortoiseshell Lucite Barware Serving Tray Centerpiece Italy circa 1970
By Studio Italia Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
decorative bowl boasts a square shape, a gilded brass raised gallery, and a Lucite base with a tortoiseshell
Brass, Metal
Triple Folding Table Mirror in Tortoiseshell Lucite, Vanity, Dior, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Italian vanity folding table mirror in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This unique
Brass
Guzzini Tortoiseshell Lucite and Gold Plate Barware Serving Tray, circa 1970
By Rede Guzzini, Team Guzzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
. The rare bar piece boasts a large, rounded shape with a 24-karat gold-plate gallery and Lucite in the
Metal, Gold Plate
Alpac Midcentury Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Magazine Rack, Dior, France 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century magazine rack in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This incredibly
Brass
Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Picture Photo Frame Christian Dior Style, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Picture frame in Christian Dior style made of Lucite in a tortoiseshell pattern and brass, France
Brass
Italian Studio Silva 1970s Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Picture Photo Frame
By Studio Silva
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970s modernist picture photo frame designed by Silva Studio, Italy. Thick Lucite slab in
Chrome
Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Christian Dior Style, France 70s
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Amazing large rectangular serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect Lucite and brass
Lucite
Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing large rectangular serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect Lucite and brass
Metal, Brass
Alpac Christian Dior Ice Bucket in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, France 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century ice bucket fully made in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This stylish
Brass
Dior Document or Magazine Holder in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century document or magazine holder fully made in a vibrant tortoiseshell-effect
Brass
Mid-Century Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century round tray in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This fantastic serving
Metal, Brass
Ice Bucket with Tongs in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome by Alpac, France 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century ice bucket in an elegant tortoiseshell effect Lucite and chromed completed by
Metal, Silver
White Caviar Bead Box Purse w Tortoiseshell Lucite Lid and Braid Handle, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
with pavé bead exterior and braided top handle, and Lucite tortoiseshell lid and mouth surround
Tortoiseshell Serving Tray Centerpiece in Lucite and Bamboo, 1970s, Italy
Located in Rome, IT
Serving tray in tortoiseshell Lucite and bamboo frame. Typical item from the Italian's 1970s.
Bamboo, Rattan, Lucite, Plexiglass
Round Tortoiseshell Serving Tray in Lucite and Brass by Guzzini, 1970s, Italy
By Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Round serving tray in fake tortoiseshell lucite with brass handle made by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s.
Brass
Rectangular Box in Tortoiseshell Details and Lucite, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Lucite decorative box in a rectangular shape, featuring faux tortoiseshell Lucite details and a
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass, Tortoise Shell
Christian Dior Square Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous large Mid-Century square serving tray in tortoiseshell lucite. This stunning tray was
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Christian Dior Set of Six Coasters Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell & Brass, Italy 1970
By Christian Dior, Team Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful set of six octagonal coasters in faux tortoiseshell lucite and brass borders in the style
Metal
Midcentury Faux Tortoiseshell Tray by Christian Dior with Original Label
By Christian Dior
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Chic faux tortoiseshell Lucite retailed by Christian Dior Home in the 1970s retaining its original
Lucite
Large Faux Tortoiseshell Tray with Chrome Edging Attributed to Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Good large octagonal chic faux tortoiseshell Lucite tray with chrome edging attributed to Christian
Lucite
Pierre Cardin Tortoise lucite and Burl Wood Ice Bucket, 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami, FL
Ice Bucket rendered in tortoiseshell Lucite and burl wood designed by Pierre Cardin, 1970s, France.
Tortoise Shell, Lucite, Wood, Burl
Serving Tray Faux Tortoise Shell Lucite and Chrome 1970s Willy Rizzo Style Italy
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Serving tray faux tortoiseshell Lucite and chrome in Willy Rizzo style, 1970s, Italy.
Chrome
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic midcentury piece of serveware in tortoiseshell effect lucite. This stunning piece was
Chrome
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Chrome Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury piece of serveware in tortoiseshell effect lucite with a chrome frame. This
Metal, Chrome
Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century serving tray fully made of vibrant tortoiseshell Lucite with a chrome frame
Chrome
French Tortoiseshell Brass Coffee Side Tables in Christian Dior Style, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of elegant side/coffee tables in faux tortoiseshell Lucite and brass details. They feature a
Brass
Italian Chessboard Chess in Romeo Rega Style Brass Chrome Lucite Tortoise, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Rome, IT
Squared chessboard in chrome & brass with frame in faux tortoiseshell Lucite in the style of the
Metal, Brass, Chrome
French Tortoiseshell Brass Coffee Side Tables in Christian Dior Style, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of elegant side/coffee tables in faux tortoiseshell lucite and brass details. They feature an
Brass
Picture Frame in Faux Tortoise Lucite, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Art Deco style photo/picture frame in lucite faux tortoiseshell lucite with an S curved design
Plexiglass, Lucite
Willy Rizzo Style Tortoise Lucite Chrome Coaster, 6 Pieces
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Atlanta, GA
shape with tortoiseshell Lucite and chromed metal framing. Measurements: 4.32 in. diameter (11 cm) x
Chrome
Willy Rizzo, Italian Table Lamp in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous hexagonal table lamp in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This stunning lamp, was
Brass, Metal
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Chrome Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Mid-Century piece of serveware in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome. This stunning
Chrome
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Picture Frame in Faux Tortoise Lucite, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Italian handmade vintage Art Deco style photo/picture frame in lucite faux tortoiseshell lucite
Brass
Christian Dior Rectangular Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
tortoiseshell effect lucite. This beautiful tray was made in Italy during the 1970s in the style of Willy Rizzo
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray Mid-Century Modern Italy 70s
By Guzzini
Located in Palermo, IT
Wonderful midcentury piece of serveware in tortoiseshell effect lucite with a ottone frame. This
Brass
Dior Large Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Burl, Italy, 1970s
By Christian Dior, Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous large serving tray made in a charming combination of tortoiseshell-effect lucite and burl
Lucite, Plexiglass, Burl
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.
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.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.