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United Mid Century Walnut Tiki Bar
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Mid Century Walnut Tiki Bar
This bar measures: 41.25 wide x 19.75 deep x 30.25 inches high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Walnut
United Mid Century Tiki Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Mid Century Tiki Walnut Lowboy Dresser
The dresser measures: 69 wide x 20 deep x 33
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Mid-Century Diamond 8 Drawer Walnut Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United mid century diamond 8 drawer walnut highboy dresser.
This dresser measures: 40 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Midcentury Diamond Walnut Lowboy 9 Drawer Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United midcentury diamond walnut lowboy 9 drawer dresser.
This lowboy measures: 62 wide x 19
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long American made dresser by United Furniture. Nine drawers with sculpted handles. Sleek modern
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Low Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut six drawer low dresser by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine craftsmanship with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Tall Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut tall drawer low (highboy) dresser by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
United Furniture Mid-Century Modern Night Stand
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Fulton, CA
A walnut nightstand by United Furniture Company, circa. 1950. Fine craftsmanship with solid oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century American Walnut Nightstand by United Furniture Corp.
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
by United Furniture Corporation of Ronda, North Carolina it features timeless American construction
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak, Walnut
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
This dresser measures: 42 wide x 19 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Style Mid Century Walnut Bar Cart
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Style Mid Century Walnut Bar Cart
This bar cart measures: 32 wide x 19 deep x 31.5 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
United Furniture Mid Century Diamond Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Furniture mid century diamond highboy dresser
This dresser measures: 44.25 wide x 20 deep
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut King Headboard
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Furniture Mid Century walnut king headboard
Headboard measures: 80 wide x 3 deep x 36 high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern United 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern United 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser. Featuring a straight line
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
United Furniture Diamond Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous Walnut Diamond Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by United Furniture
This mid century
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Style Mid Century Walnut Pedestal Base Sofa
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Style Mid Century Walnut Pedestal Base Sofa
This sofa measures: 90 wide x 32 deep x 28.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
United Furniture Diamond Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Furniture Diamond mid century walnut highboy dresser
This highboy measures: 44 wide x 20
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Custom integrated leg mohair midcentury style bench, in rich dark charcoal mohair, with buttons and seaming. With chrome legs. This bench was made custom for local designer, was ord...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Style Mohair Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Custom made with integrated legs into the body of the mohair midcentury style bench. Upholstered in rich charcoal mohair, with buttons and seaming. This bench is available immediatel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Nickel
Mid-Century White Diamond Front Nightstands By United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning pair of mid-century modern nightstands having sculptural convex diamond fronts raised on
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Mahogany, Paint
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Dresser measures: 64 wide x 19 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Furniture Diamond Mid Century Walnut Low Dresser / credenza
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This mid century lowboy dresser features original walnut finish, 6 drawer design, diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern United Furniture Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern United Furniture Walnut Nightstands. Featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Walnut
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut and Cane Queen Headboard
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United furniture mid century walnut and cane queen headboard
This headboard measures: 60 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Frame Rectangular Mirror by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern solid walnut frame rectangular mirror by United Furniture. Item features solid
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Cons...
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
H 34 in W 50.5 in D 2 in
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut Tiki Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Furniture Mid Century Walnut Tiki Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each chair measures: 23.75 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
United Furniture Diamond Front Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Denville, NJ
of the sought-after vintage Mid-Century Modern set by United Furniture Company from the 1960s. This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 49.75 in W 44 in D 20 in
1950s Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak United Furniture Chest of Drawers
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1950s Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak United Furniture Chest of drawers with dovatail joints and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century White Diamond Front 8-Drawer Gentleman's Chest Dresser By United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning mid-century modern 8-drawer gentleman’s chest having sculptural convex diamond front top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Mid Century Modern Diamond Faced Walnut Highboy Dresser by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple and elegant Highboy Dresser by United Furniture Co. Six drawers over two large
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
H 50 in W 42.5 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Diamond Front Dresser or Credenza by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-Century Modern black lacquered sculpted walnut diamond front long dresser or
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
H 30.75 in W 74.13 in D 19 in
United Tiki Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Tiki Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29.75 in W 62.25 in D 42 in
Mid-Century White Diamond Front 9-Drawer Dresser By United Furniture Co.
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning mid-century modern 9-drawer dresser having sculptural convex diamond front with brass
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Pair Mid Century Modern Diamond Faced Walnut Night Stands by United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple and elegant pair of walnut night stands by United Furniture Co. Diamond Faced
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Oak, Walnut
H 25 in W 23 in D 16 in
United Furniture Co Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Denville, NJ
Discover the distinct charm of United Furniture, a standout in the realm of mid-century modern
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Tall Dresser by United
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern hiboy dresser in walnut grain. Five wide drawers with sculpted handles.
Please
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury United Furniture Corporation Desk
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, we offer this Midcentury United Furniture Corporation Desk made in Walnut, recently
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
United Diamond Midcentury Walnut Highboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Diamond midcentury walnut highboy dresser.
This highboy measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 31
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
United Diamond Front Walnut Night Stands
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in New York, NY
Pair of midcentury solid Walnut nightstands featuring a custom dark brown color and satin sheen. Nightstands feature a convex diamond front and 2 spacious drawers.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
1960s Midcentury Tall High Boy Dresser United Furniture
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Charleston, SC
A remarkable midcentury highboy dresser by United in very good vintage condition. Exceptional
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
United Furniture Midcentury Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United furniture midcentury walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser
This dresser is 62 wide x 19 deep x 30
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Style Upholstered Armed Bench
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
a showroom sample and available for immediate purchase. Made in the United States.
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs and four inch thick upholstered seats. Shown with 24" x 16" upholstered tops with 14" tall legs with a 18...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Pair of Custom Midcentury Style Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs and four inch thick upholstered seats. Shown with 24" x 16" upholstered tops with 14" tall legs with a 18...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Modern Furniture and Decoration
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Tivoli, NY
An incredible guide to high-end modern and innovative mid-century furniture and decoration and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Mid-Century Modern Century Walnut & Cane King Headboard
By Century Furniture
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Century King Headboard. Featuring a straight line design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Cane, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Custom Pair of Midcentury Style Round Stools with Brass Legs
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom midcentury style round stools. Shown with brass legs and wool tops with button and quadrant seaming. Available COM /COL. Can be professionally packed and shipped throu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Style Hairpin Benches Quick Ship
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Circa 21st century pair of Mid-Century Modern style newly made upholstered benches with satin black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Century Furniture Mid-Century Burlwood Side Table
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture mid-century burlwood side table
The side table measures: 19 wide x 19 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Burl
United Furniture Illustrata Tiki Coffee Table Pulaski Oceanic Witco Tribal
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A United Furniture "Tiki" Line coffee table with a gray smoke glass top. Nicely restored to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 17.25 in W 60 in D 23.5 in
Century Furniture Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Credenza
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Credenza
This credenza measures: 58.5 wide x 18
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored United Furniture Diamond Tall Dresser in Cerused Walnut 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern United Furniture Company vintage circa 1950s tall dresser. A fine example of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
H 50 in W 44 in D 20 in
Pair Custom Hairpin Leg Benches
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in New York, NY
These are newly made pair of custom hairpin leg benches, with satin black powder coated iron legs and three inch thick upholstered seats. Shown in 24" x 16" x 17" tall in wool uphols...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Expertly Restored United Furniture Walnut Diamond Triple Dresser 9 Drawers 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern united furniture company vintage circa 1950s nine-drawer triple dresser would
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
United Furniture Illustrata Tiki Octagon End Table Pulaski Oceanic Witco Tribal
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A United Furniture "Tiki" Line eight sided or octagon shaped table with a gray smoke glass top
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Walnut
H 22.3 in W 21.9 in D 21.9 in
Century Furniture Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Armiore Highboy
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture mid century burlwood and brass armoire highboy
This highboy measures: 48 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Century Mid Century Burlwood Brass and Glass Dining Table
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century mid-century burlwood brass and glass dining table.
This table measures: 60 wide x 40
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage United CO. Mid-Century Modern Mirror
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage United CO. Mid-Century Modern mirror
Dimensions. 28 W ; 43 H.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
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- 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. - 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. - 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- 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.
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