Mid-Century Modern Drop-Leaf Bar Cart by Vanson
By Vanson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant Mid-Century British bar cart is made of luxurious mahogany and features a versatile drop leaf design. The table is fixed now with no wheels, but can still accommodate wh...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Credenza Sideboard Buffet by Vanson Danish Style
By Vanson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the Mid Century Modern Vintage Credenza Sideboard Buffet by Vanson— a beautiful piece of mid century furniture now available at Mid Century Traders.
Teak, Walnut
Pair of Walnut High-Back Armchairs by Peter Hayward for Vanson, England
By Peter Hayward
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
A sophisticated and expertly crafted pair of high-back armchairs by the progressive British manufacturer Vanson (W.G. Evans). Attributed to designer Peter Hayward, these chairs were ...
Fabric, Teak
Expertly Restored-MidCentury Modern Butterfly-Leaf Dining Table by Peter Hayward
By Peter Hayward, Vanson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: African Teak Wood, Walnut Wood Dimensions: 28in H x 64in - 76in W x 34in D ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture i...
Wood, Teak, Walnut
Expertly Restored-Mid Century Modern Teak & Tweed Dining Chairs by Peter Haywar
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: African Teak Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing h...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
Set of 4 Mid-Century 1960s solid teak dining chairs by Peter Hayward for Vanson
Located in London, GB
Set of four British Vanson dining chairs designed by Peter Hayward, one of Britain's most celebrated post-war furniture designers.
Faux Leather, Teak
Midcentury Extendable Teak Dining Table from Vanson, 1960s
By Vanson
Located in Berlin, DE
This midcentury beautiful dining table from the 1960s has an extension stored in the inside, lengthening the table to 155 cm. It has a solid teak tabletop and the table seats six peo...
Teak
Unavailable
H 20.08 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in
Solid Mahogany Coffee or Lamp Table by Vanson, circa 1955
By Peter Hayward, Vanson
Located in Derby, Derbyshire
A super flexible coffee or lamp table by Peter Hayward for Vanson Furniture circa 1955 featuring a solid mahogany top with newly ebonised splayed legs and undershelf.
Mahogany, Beech
Teak Sideboard Vanson Credenza
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive mid-20th century teak sideboard by Vanson. A column of four long fitted graduating drawers flanked by doors mounted enclosed shelving flanked by shaped sides and rai...
Teak
Mid Century Teak Sideboard By Vanson
By Vanson
Located in Folkestone, GB
British made Vanson furniture was produced by W.G Evans and Sons.
Teak
Teak Sideboard by Vanson, England, Circa 1960
By Vanson
Located in Culver City, CA
Vanson sideboard England Circa 1960 Teak sideboard by Vanson with veneered back and birch lined interior.
Teak
Mid Century Teak Bureau Bookcase from Vanson, 1960s
By Vanson
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak bureau bookcase from Vanson, circa 1960s The piece is quality made - featuring two shelves to the top and a pull down desk area with additional storage and shelvi...
Teak
1960's Vintage Walnut Sideboard by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson
Located in London, GB
This was designed by Peter Hayward, it was made in England by Vanson and dates from the 1960’s. It is a great size, not too wide yet offering lot of storage space.
Walnut
Sold
H 50 in W 54.5 in D 16.25 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Display China Cabinet Credenza Room Divider by Vanson
By Vanson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance of the Mid Century Modern Vintage Display China Cabinet by Vanson at Mid Century Traders. A beautiful versatile mid century cabinet by renowned British furnitur...
Teak
Sold
H 66 in W 36 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bureau Desk Secretaire by Vanson Hutch China
By Vanson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous mid century bureau designed by Peter Hanson for Vanson is a real statement piece as well as being very practical.
Teak
1950s Walnut Sideboard by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Peter Hayward, Vanson
Located in London, GB
This was designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson, it dates from the 1950s-1960s. We have had this stripped and re-polished to a very high standard, the condition is superb throughout.
Walnut
1950s Walnut Sideboard by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in London, GB
This was designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson, it dates from the 1950s-1960s. We have had this stripped and re-polished to a very high standard, the condition is superb throughout.
Walnut
Vintage Mahogany Sideboard by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic design, this is the starburst sideboard, designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson. It dates from the 1950-60’s. It is made from solid mahogany.
Mahogany
Vintage Walnut Coffee Table by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Peter Hayward, Vanson
Located in London, GB
A sleek and stylish vintage walnut coffee table by Peter Hayward for Vanson. It was made in England, and dates from the 1950-60’s.
Walnut
Sold
H 72.05 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Midcentury Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by Peter Hayward for Vanson, 1960s
By Peter Hayward, Vanson
Located in South Shields, GB
A walnut freestanding wardrobe designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson Internally there is a clothes rail, shoe rail, drawers and a shelves The attractive legs are slightly tapered and ...
Walnut
Shelving Unit Desk in Teak and Walnut from Vanson, 1950s
By Peter Hayward, Vanson
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century walnut sideboard shelving unit with a desk designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson, circa 1950s Featuring two cupboards - one with glass sliding doors.
Walnut
1960's Sycamore & Walnut Bureau by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very useful 1960’s sycamore & walnut bureau by Peter Hayward for Vanson. This was designed by Peter Hayward, it was made by Vanson in England.
Sycamore, Walnut, Leather
1950s Vintage Mahogany Dining Table by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in London, GB
This was designed by Peter Hayward, it was made by Vanson in the 1950s-1960s. This has an extra extension leaf to increase the dining area, this is stored beneath the tabletop when n...
Mahogany
1950's Vintage Walnut Sideboard by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in London, GB
This was designed by Peter Hayward, it was made in England by Vanson, and it dates from the 1950-1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this is made from a combination of solid walnut,...
Walnut
1950's Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers by Peter Hayward for Vanson
By Vanson, Peter Hayward
Located in London, GB
This was designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson, it was made in England and dates from the 1950-60’s.
Walnut
Modern Teak Sideboard or Cabinet with Brass Inlays and Flower Motif
By Vanson
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful credenza or sideboard with beautiful graining. Drawer fronts are fitted with an inlaid brass flower motif. Three drop down drawers. Two drawers open to a single shelf while...
Teak
Beautiful Clean Lined Sideboard with Lovely Brass Hardware
By Vanson
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful walnut credenza or sideboard. Walnut has a beautiful, matched butterfly grain. Two cabinet doors each open to a single shelf. Three drawers provide additional storage. Bras...
Brass
Vanson Glass Top Stainless Steel Wired Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French glass top stainless steel wired side table by Vanson
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century UK Wardrobe in Teak from Vanson, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
Mid-Century Modern triple door wardrobe by Vanson Manufactured in the UK. Made from solid teak and real teak veneers.
Teak
1960s Vintage Midcentury Sideboard by Peter Hayward for Vanson
Located in London, GB
A smart and top quality vintage sideboard with a wood front and walnut carcass, this was designed by Peter Hayward for Vanson, it dates from the 1960s. We have had this stripped and ...
Wood
Mid Century Vintage Dressing Table in Walnut from Vanson, 1960s
By Morris of Glasgow
Located in South Shields, GB
A beautiful quality walnut dressing table by Morris of Glasgow Featuring six drawers
Walnut
Mid-Century UK Wardrobe in Teak, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
Mid-Century Modern wardrobe possibly by Vanson (no makers mark present, but the style and quality suggest Vanson is the maker) Manufactured in the UK.
Teak
Mid Century Teak Compact Sideboard, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
Mid-Century Modern sideboard possibly by Vanson (no makers mark present, but the style and quality suggest Vanson is the maker ) Manufactured in the UK Made from solid teak and re...
Teak
1960's Vintage Dressing Table by Richard Hornby
By Richard Hornby
Located in London, GB
This also comes with a stool in solid afromosia wood, made in the 1960’s by the British manufacturer Vanson. The stool was not originally part of this set as retailed, but the previo...
Wood
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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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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