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Mid Century Salterini Radar Patio Dining Table
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid century Salterini Radar Patio dining table.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
Offered is a Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springers B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is a Vintage Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs A
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is a Vintage Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Salterini “Radar” Outdoor Dining Set
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Mid Century five piece set by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini .Four classic “Radar
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Salterini Style Barstools - A Pair
Located in Raleigh, NC
Very cool foldable wrought iron Salterini barstools. Possibly French. Great condition considering
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Salterini Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs.
Offered is a set of 2 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Salterini Mid Century Wrought Iron Nesting Side Tables, Set of 3
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Salterini Mid Century wrought iron nesting side tables - Set of 3. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Springer Rocker Patio Lounge Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Salterini springer rocker patio lounge chair
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Vtg Salterini Style Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Scrolling Side Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair vintage Salterini style Mid-Century Modern wrought iron scrolling side chairs. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 36.5 in W 19 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Pair Neva-Rust Patio Dining Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern Neva-Rust patio dining chairs by Salterini comprised of their
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
John Salterini American Mid-Century Outdoor Iron Lounge / Armchair
By John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century outdoor adjustable reclining lounge / armchair with a latticed back and seat
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal, Iron
Mid Century 5 Piece Outdoor Dining Set in the Style of Salterini
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Vintage outdoor patio dining set in the style of Salterini . Classic chairs have sculpted hoop
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Salterini Ribbon Wrought Iron Chairs - Set of 2
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM wrought iron slipper chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Radar Lounge Chair by Salterini Powder Coated
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic garden, patio, poolside chair from the desirable Radar series, by Salterini. This example is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28 in W 30 in D 24 in
Mid Century Folding Rid Jid Patio Set by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
This great looking set of four folding chairs and a folding table was designed by Salterini and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Salterini Style Four Tier Cast Iron Half Round Etagere White Mid-Century Modern
By Salterini
Located in Miami, FL
Indoor or Outdoor Salterini Style four tier cast iron half round Etagere white Mid-Century Modern
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Ba
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Springer Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 25 in D 25 in
2 Pairs of John Salterini American Mid-Century Iron Outdoor Ottomans
By John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
2 Pairs of American mid-century iron outdoor ottomans with a curved lattice structure supported by
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Maurizio Tempestini Mid Century side table for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Asheville, NC
An original early 1950s arched leg side table by Tempestini. No rust or bends in the black iron frame and mesh top.
Table has been powder coated.
13”W x 24.5”D x 19.5”H
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pr. Mid-Century Folding Garden Patio Poolside Tables Att. to Salterini
By Homecrest, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural folding side, occasional, end tables, attributed to Salterini. Tripod legs, disk
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Salterini Park Avenue Console
By Salterini
Located in Newtown, CT
Salterini Park Avenue Console in dark green. Heavy well made piece. The console is 66" wide x 22.5
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Unusual Set of 4 Geometric Salterini Patio Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual set of 4 geometric Salterini patio chairs with fabulous built in table. We have never seen
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black Iron Coffee Table
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Mid century coffee table or cocktail table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Lovely round
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron
Vintage Salterini "Orange Slice" Chair
By Salterini
Located in Doylestown, PA
Salterini "Orange Slice" chair. Professionally restored and powder coated in a vibrant cobalt blue
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Wrought Iron Chair att. to Salterini
By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural wrought iron arm chair, with metal mesh seat and back. The chair is in very good, original condition, clean and ready to use.
Total H 31.5 x Arm H 24.5 x Seat H...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Awesome Salterini Style Mid-century Rocking Chair Patio
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
OUTSTANDING MID-CENTURY MODERN SALLTERINI STYLE VINTAGE IRON ROCKER. THIS ROCKER IS IN VERY
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Classic Heavy Iron Chaise Lounge by Salterini C1945 Restored
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Very special and a hard to find example of c1940 John Salterini craftsmanship in this classic iron
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 34.5 in W 24 in D 64.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Mesh Top Outdoor Dining Table by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous heavy duty iron frame with a mesh top and tri-leg form this sixties iconic table. Recently painted and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Photo was taken outs...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Iron
H 29 in W 48 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Iron & Glass Indoor Outdoor Patio Etagere by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic iron etagere with 6 shelves 4 of them plate glass. Painted Black iron with a tapered support at the sides. Narrows as it gets taller. Cross x brace at the backside bottom. ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 70.5 in W 36 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Round Mesh Top Outdoor Dining Table by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous patio dining table with mesh top outfitted with a fitting for an umbrella. Hand made in the fifties with galvanized iron. Recently enameled in satin black. Very sturdy.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Wrought Iron Settee Att. to Salterini
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron settee - loveseat attributed to Salterini - this example is in good condition, no
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Patio Side Table attributed to Salterini
By Salterini
Located in Newtown, CT
Salterini attributed hard to find patio side table. It is 20" high to glass shelf and 27.5" high
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Bench After Salterini
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage boho wrought iron bench, styled after Salterini, features graceful curves and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
Modernist Salterini Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish mid century wrought iron and metal mesh settee by Salterini. This example is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Maurizio Tempestini attrb for Salterini 4pc Wrought Iron Patio Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern white wrought iron patio dining set *attributed* to Maurizio Tempestini for
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 28 in W 35 in D 35 in
Cantilevered Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chair Att. to Salterini
By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural cantilevered mid century lounge arm chair, attributed to Salterini. The chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Chair and Side Table
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair and side table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini called the “clam shell “ or
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 26 in W 23 in D 24 in
Mid Century Wrought Iron Garden Dining Table by Salterini att. to Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural mid century garden, patio, poolside dining table, made by Salterini, design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Salterini Rustic 5 Piece Patio Set
By Salterini
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Salterini Rustic 5 Piece Patio Set
Vintage wrought iron patio set circa 1950s Very good
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Salterini Mt Vernon Wrought Iron Art Nouveau Serving Bar Tea Cart
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Salterini Mt Vernon Wrought Iron Art Nouveau Serving Bar Tea Cart. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Wrought Iron
4 Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs att. to Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Salterini. The chairs are newly powder coated with a black satin finish, making the architectural form even
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 20.5 in
Set 6 Mid Century Modern El Prado Iron Indoor Outdoor Dining Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of rare El Prado dining chairs in old white paint. High quality iron set with solid brass finials. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Very tight and sturd...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 42 in W 15.75 in D 21 in
Rare Mid Century Garden Patio Dinette Set Attributed to Tempestini for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
attributed to Tempestini, for Salterini. This set includes a wrought iron base table with plate glass top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28.5 in W 50 in D 44 in
1960s Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
Salterini style wrought iron garden patio settee. This is a very nice original Settee from the
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Salterini Ivy Vine Wrought Iron Nesting Patio Side Tables, 3 Pc Set
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid 20th Century.
Measurements:
Table 1: 20" H x 20.5" W x 14.5" D
Table 2: 19" H x 18.5" W x 14.5
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 20 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in
Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Small Garden Patio Bistro Dining Set, 3 Pc
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, wrought iron construction, very nice vintage set, great style and form. Mid to late 20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 35 in W 17 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Era White Picnic Bench Table or Patio Dining Set
By Salterini, Russell Woodard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Uncommon 1960s Mid-Century Modern white painted Salterini era, wrought iron & mesh patio or garden
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28.5 in W 72 in D 30 in
Pair of Salterini Lily Pad Nesting Side Tables designed by John Salterini 1960s
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
This iconic pair of wrought iron Lilly Pads were designed in the 1960s by John Salterini . The
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 20.5 in W 11 in D 13.5 in
Mid Century Modern Orange Slice Patio Garden Bench by Tempestini - Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic iron bench seat by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini C1955 in flat black.
Orange slice
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 29.5 in W 42 in D 22 in
Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Cocktail Table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare cocktail table design by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini with a built in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
H 16.5 in W 41.25 in D 19.25 in
Vintage Salterini Leaf Vine Patio Garden Dining Set Glass Oval Table - 5 Pc Set
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: Table: 29" H x 72.5" W x 32.5" D. (2) Armchairs: 33.5" H x 24" W x
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Dining Room Sets
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 33.5 in W 24 in D 22 in
Curved Garden Patio Poolside Bench by Salterini 3 available
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Curved wrought iron and metal mesh bench(s) by Salterini, three available. The benches feature U
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Orange Slice Patio Garden Set Salterini - Tempestini C1955
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 4 pc set by John Salterini with Maurizio Tempestini designing this amazing timeless set
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel, Iron
H 27 in W 41.25 in D 24.5 in
Pair of Salterini Iron Peacock Salesman Sample Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Phenomenal pair of miniature wrought iron peacock chairs designed by John Salterini. This
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Iron
Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
The settee is from the 1960s and is made out of wrought iron.
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Glass Top Garden Coffee Table by Salterini
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic wrought iron garden, patio, poolside coffee table by Salterini. This diminutive table features
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Salterini Bar or Tea Cart
By John Salterini
Located in Newtown, CT
Salterini Bar or Tea Cart. It is 43" deep x 31.75" high x 26.75" wide. The shelves are at 13" and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
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Mid Century Salterini For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century salterini for your home. Frequently made of metal, iron and wrought iron, every mid century salterini was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century salterini — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century salterini, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made mid century salterini has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini and Mario Papperzini are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Salterini?
A mid century salterini can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,800, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $39,500.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
Questions About Mid Century Salterini
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture 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 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. - 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.
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