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John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentlemen's High Chest Dresser MINT!
By Dale Ford, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Gentlemen's High Chest Dresser MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
H 46 in W 38 in D 20 in
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Round Walnut Coffee Table Tapered Legs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern round walnut coffee table tapered legs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Nightstand, Walnut, Greek Key Motif, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Stamford, CT
John Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Nightstand, Walnut, Greek Key Motif, 1950s
Single mid-century
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 24.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Walnut, USA 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Walnut, USA 1950s
Chic mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Dressers
Materials
Walnut
H 30.5 in W 68 in D 21.5 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, Walnut, USA 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, Walnut, USA 1950s
A chic mid
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
H 35 in W 31 in D 21 in
Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Cabinet
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Tall cabinet or small armoire with two doors above two drawers by Widdicomb in an ebonized mahogany
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lowboy Dresser or Credenza, Signed
By John Widdicomb
Located in Plainview, NY
A rare John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern low boy large dresser or credenza. Crafted with precision
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
H 31.25 in W 74 in D 20 in
John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern King Size Walnut and Brass Headboard
Located in Plainview, NY
A John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern King size headboard. Crafted from the finest walnut, this
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Mirror
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb rectangular walnut framed mirror, Widdicomb label to reverse
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
direction create a clean and striking cabinet from the high end furniture maker John Widdicomb. The cane
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Cane
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency walnut extension dining table
By John Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
New Upholstery John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Couch
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New basket weave fabric upholstery Widdicomb sofa love seat slipper chair booth sofa. Black lacquer
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood, Upholstery
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Cherry Wood Nightstands, circa 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Campaign style nightstands.
By John Widdicomb
USA
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Dresser, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign nine-drawer long dresser or credenza
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 32 in W 70.25 in D 21.25 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency nightstands
By John Widdicomb
USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.75 in W 25 in D 18 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style nightstands
By John
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.75 in W 25 in D 18 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style nightstands
By John
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24 in W 25 in D 18 in
Gibbings Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Dresser Credenza Light Walnut
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice super clean original condition Gibbings dresser for Widdicomb.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Pewter
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Nightstands
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style three-drawer bedside
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.63 in W 25 in D 18 in
Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Walnut Bedside Chests, Refinished
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie nightstands or chests of
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 24.25 in W 28 in D 28 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Boomerang Coffee Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
is not marked, my extensive research says it is T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. It sits on 3
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
1940s John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern 3 Tier End Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare find. John Widdicomb three tier walnut end Table with a bottom drawer. Made in the 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s North American American Classical Side Tables
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tall Dresser with Tambour Doors
By John Widdicomb
Located in Plainview, NY
Elevate your living space with the timeless allure of mid-century modern design embodied in this
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstand or Side Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern black lacquered side table or nightstand
By John Widdicomb
USA
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 22.25 in W 21.75 in D 26 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern burled olive wood Parsons extension dining table
By John
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
H 29 in W 104 in D 42 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern ten-drawer dresser or credenza
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
H 31.13 in W 74 in D 20 in
John Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Nightstand or End Table, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of Mid Century Modern nightstands or end tables crafted with impeccable quality by the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Brass Large Wall Mirror, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern large framed wall mirror
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
Solid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
H 34.5 in W 52.38 in D 2 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Cherry Wood and Brass Wall Mirror, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern cherry wood and brass framed wall mirror
By John Widdicomb
USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
H 34.5 in W 52.5 in D 2 in
TH Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Cane, Chest, Cabinet
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
Dresser
Highly sought after American mid-century modern walnut three-drawer chest of drawers by T.H
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 32.25 in W 34.25 in D 21 in
Bert England for John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Leather Top Desk
By Bert England, John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern writing desk or executive desk
By Bert England for John
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 52 in D 24.5 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1950s
Solid
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
H 38.25 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in
Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Round Lamp Table T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings 1947
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An elegant Widdicomb lamp table attributed to T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and made in 1947. Wonderful
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern 1950s Low Coffee Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Mid-20th century, circa 1950s coffee table designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. The
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
H 16.75 in W 34 in D 34 in
Set of 6 J. Stuart Clingman Dining Chairs for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
. From Google" "J. Stuart Clingman, one of the pioneers of Mid-Century Modern, Danish-inspired furniture
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, 4 Side-Chairs & 2 Arm-Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
A Set of 6 John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern dining chairs, 4 side-chairs & 2 arm-chairs
Measure
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
H 37.75 in W 21.75 in D 18.25 in
Gibbings for Widdicomb Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table Mint!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Triangular Tapered Dowel Leg Coffee Side Table MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Walnut Finish Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
1950 Vintage John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern walnut finish extension table with four leaves.
Four
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Walnut & Gilt Accent Scalloped Rectangle Vintage Wall Mirror 70s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
Original John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Scalloped hand carved walnut wall mirror with giltwood
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Walnut, Giltwood
H 31.25 in W 26.25 in D 1 in
Dale Ford Walnut and Cane Sideboard by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in Chicago, IL
used as credenza. From designer Dale Ford's contribution to Widdicomb's Mid-Century Modern collection.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Light Walnut Drop Leaf Expandable Dining Table, Three Leafs Boards
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb mid century modern dining table with beautiful glow light walnut
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 40 in D 26 in
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, Walnut, USA, 1960s
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, Walnut, USA 1960s
A pair of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Outstanding John Widdicomb Brutalist Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding John Widdicomb brutalist front walnut credenza. We just love the spectacular star
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Nightstands
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of vintage modern end tables feature sculpted drawer pulls with brass fixtures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kensington, MD
Mid-Century Modern Full-Queen Sized Headboard by John Widdicomb
Additional information
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Lovely John Widdicomb Light Walnut Headboard Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely John Widdicomb light walnut 60" headboard. This piece is in very nice vintage condition
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Magnificent John Widdicomb Brass Wall Mirror Mid Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rectangular Frame Designed By John Widdicomb in The 1960's. This piece measures 47” t x 28” w x 2” d
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Executive Desk by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant mid-century vintage desk from skilled craftsmen of Grand Rapids' John Widdicomb Fine
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Nightstands
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, NY
Widdicomb. Finished in an ebony finish, each nightstand features one large bottom drawer with wood sculpted
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern lowboy dresser by Widdicomb features hardwood construction, beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Stylish Pair John Widdicomb Walnut Night Stands Mid Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish pair of John Widdicomb walnut nightstands, circa 50s. These are an original set with them
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Hermes Orange Widdicomb Credenza Asian Brass Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Hermes orange lacquered John Widdicomb credenza buffet. We love the Asian Campaign
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 32.25 in W 578.25 in D 21 in
Gorgeous John Widdicomb Asian Influenced Tall Dresser Mid-century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Widdicomb Furniture Company. This piece is made of solid wood, using dovetail, and dado joinery. The top
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 44.25 in W 40.5 in D 21 in
Mid-century Modern John Widdicomb Side Table, Grand Rapids, MI
By John Widdicomb
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-century Modern John Widdicomb Side Table, Grand Rapids, MI, circa 1970.
A campaign style two
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood, Burl
Handsome John Widdicomb Double Spire King Size Headboard Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
. A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut king size headboard by John Widdicomb. The headboard
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Widdicomb Modern American Mid-Century Walnut Three Drawer Chests
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut commodes / chests with three drawers and round brass drawer
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
John Widdicomb Mid-Century American Modern Walnut and Bronze Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century American Modern walnut dresser with three compartment sections, including four drawers
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Stunning 3 Piece John Widdicomb Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning 3 piece John Widdicomb sectional sofa with 2 rosewood side tables. Wow, this set is beyond
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
John Widdicomb Mid Century Blonde Nightstand
By John Widdicomb
Located in Countryside, IL
John Widdicomb mid century blonde nightstand
This nightstand measures: 18 wide x 13 deep x 26
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
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Widdicomb Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal widdicomb mid century modern for your home. Each widdicomb mid century modern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer widdicomb mid century modern, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each widdicomb mid century modern bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made widdicomb mid century modern over the years, but those crafted by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and John Widdicomb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Widdicomb Mid Century Modern?
Prices for a widdicomb mid century modern can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $50 and can go as high as $110,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,412.
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 legendary 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.
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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