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Yellow Mid-Century Modern Louis Kalff Table Lamp 1950s for Philips Netherlands
By Louis Kalff
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely yellow mid century modern vintage table lamp, which shows a cast iron foot with a curved
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Abstract expressionist, white and yellow mid-century modern geometric painting
By Richard Andres
Located in Beachwood, OH
his love of classical music, mid-century-modern architecture and certainly not his lifelong passion
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1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marked Vallauris France Ceramic Lemon Basket Green & Yellow Mid-Century Modern
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted ceramic, pottery lemon basket or fruit plate in glazed dark
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Cenedese Yellow Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Bowl or Vase attr. Nason
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern glass bowl or vase in yellow attributed to Ermanno Nason for
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Yellow Mid-Century Modern Style Handmade Wool Rug with Floral Design by Apadana
By Apadana Fine Rugs
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful mid-century modern style rug Inspired by 19th-century regional artisans -- embodies a
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tall Neon Yellow Mid-Century Modern Abstract Lucite Sculpture on White Base 1980
Located in Miami, FL
base from the 1980s. Fine Art from the Mid-Century Modern era.  
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Murano Sommerso Glass Vase
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful olive green with yellow Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano glass vase. Made using the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Modern Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Yellow Mid-Century Modern high back lounge chair featuring yellow upholstery with walnut accents
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Modern Lounge Chair
Vintage Modern Lounge Chair
H 33 in W 28.5 in D 37.5 in
Yellow Vintage Armchair in Bouclé Fabric, Denmark, 1960s, After Restoration
Located in Chorzów, PL
Yellow Mid-Century Modern armchair. Made in Denmark in the 1960s. It has undergone a thorough
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

18K Woven Gold Mid-Century Modern Bracelet with Ball Finials
Located in Venice, CA
unique—while it’s apparent it is a modern piece, a Renaissance flair is brought out by the ball finials
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Table Lamp Light Yellow by Gebrüder Cosack, Germany, 1950s
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely yellow Mid-Century Modern table lamp. Manufactured in 1950s by Gebrüder Cosack, Neheim
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Mid Century 14 Karat Gold Designer 7 Inch Long 0.16 Inch Wide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a stunning Vintage Mid Century 14 Karat Yellow Gold Designer Jewelry Bracelet, a true
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Flex Bracelet 6.4g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k yellow gold flex, woven link bangle bracelet. Stamped 18k Italy 1226V1 on under side of white
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Mid-20th Century Modern Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original 1950's Mario Buccellati Ruby Diamond Yellow White Gold Heart Bracelet
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Valenza, IT
white diamond in a handcrafted yellow and white gold brushed and polished setting. Buccellati has
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Yellow Enamel Butterfly Bracelet Norway Sterling Silver Midcentury Modernist
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Mid-Century Modern Eames Era Yellow Enamel Butterfly Bracelet from Norway in Sterling
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Modernist Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Ropetwist Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
brilliant-cut diamonds pavé-set in platinum braided alternately with gold ropetwist. Modern and stylish
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Multicolored Enamel Inlay Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Reddish brown and green glass inlay, diamond and enamel yellow and white gold bracelet. Pave set
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Mid-20th Century Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

David Webb New York Unique “Crosshatch” Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1960s in the studio of David Webb, this one-of-a-kind “Crosshatch” diamond bracelet in 18K gold and platinum is set with over 16.50 carats of diamonds. The bombé curve...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bjorn Weckstrom Important Modernist 18k Bracelet, Finland, circa 1980
By Bjorn Weckstrom
Located in Aspen, CO
Bjorn Weckstrom 18K yellow gold modernist bracelet. This handmade bracelet by one of Finland's
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Modernist Modern Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Red & Yellow Flowers in Vase Signed French Impressionist 1950's Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Yellow & Red Flowers French Impressionist artist, circa 1950's signed oil on board, unframed board
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Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Walnut Armchair
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a Classic Mid-Century Modern armchair with a walnut base and vinyl upholstery
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Yellow Flower Abstract Painting
By Gerhard Nordstrom
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Mid Century Yellow Flower Abstract by Gerhard Nordstrom Swedish (1925 - 2019) This panting
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid-Century Modern Italian Yellow Fabric Sofa, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian yellow fabric sofa, 1960s European Reupholstered.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Lightolier Yellow Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern
By Lightolier
Located in Fulton, CA
A canary yellow 5-light chandelier or pendant light by Lightolier. Can be installed as a pendant
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Yellow Tufted Naugahyde Swivel Butterfly Club Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern yellow button tufted Naugahyde swivel butterfly club lounge chair. Item
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Founders Jack Cartwright Mid Century Modern Yellow Nightstand Chest Maple Chrome
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Founders Jack Cartwright Mid Century Modern Yellow Nightstand Chest Maple Chrome. Item features the
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Antique 17th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Maple, Paint

Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Yellow Bowl, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern murano glass yellow bowl, 1970s Irregular shaped yellow bowl in Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Swedish Modern Yellow Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sunny yellow enamel coated finish featuring glass medallions. Newly rewired to US standards. New 6
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Sunshine Yellow Powder-Coated Metal Chandelier
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Mid-Century six-arm iron chandelier, powder-coated in bright sunshine-yellow paint. Recently
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Spotted Ceramic Leopard or Cheetah
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Ceramic Italian glazed leopard in yellow with black spots. Hand-painted and in excellent condition
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Henredon Sofa Modified Lawson Style Yellow & Beige Striped
By Henredon
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Henredon Modified Lawson style sofa with original
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Polyester, Wood, Feathers

Mid-Century Modern Three-Seating Yellow Velvet Sofa, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
Mid-Century Modern three-seating sofa. Made of solid wood structure and polished brass legs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vtg Jansko Clear Sculpted Lucite Mid-Century Modern Yellow Vinyl Swivel Chair
By Jansko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Jansko clear sculpted Lucite Mid-Century Modern yellow Vinyl swivel chair. Item features a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage German Mid Century Modern Brown Blue Yellow Vase attr. Carstens Keramik
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage German Mid Century Modern Brown Blue Yellow Vase attr. Carstens Keramik. Item features
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano Handkerchief Yellow Art Glass Blown Vase
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Murano handkerchief yellow Art glass blown vase.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sunshine Yellow Boat Bookends
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Sunshine Yellow Set of Mid-Century Sailboat Bookends These solid vintage newly
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Modern White and Yellow Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: W7.5 D7.5 H29 Vintage table lamp with matte white finish accented by yellow details
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting -1965
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Mid-Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting -1965 Dive into the warmth of the Mid-Century Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pair Mid-Century Modern Yellow Multi Striped Ceramic Lamps
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Mid-Century Modern Pair of Green and Yellow Striped Ceramic Table Lamps, circa 1960's
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Velvet Chair, by Zielinski, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
carpentry and upholstery renovation. Seas covered with high-quality yellow velvet (color 2212). We can
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Turkish Rug in Yellow Background and Multi-Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
yellow, red, black, green and blue colors, this very unique mid-century rug has an abstract feel in
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Long Runner with Mid-Century Modern Design in Yellow, Turquoise and Black
Located in Atlanta, GA
modern interiors. Mid-Century Modern runner in yellow, rug TU-MTU--3325, country of origin / type
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Italian Yellow Lacquered Metal and Brass Pendant Lamp
Located in Madrid, ES
In the style Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Composed of fourteen bulbs, made of yellow lacquered
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Metal Hamper or Trash Can, Powder Coated Yellow
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern tall metal trash can or hamper. This piece has been freshly powder coated in
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Painted Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Holder, Yellow Powder-Coated
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Yellow Umbrella Stand Holder, MCM Substantial vintage metal umbrella stand in newly
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 18K Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Charm or Pendant for a Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century zodiac charm or pendant for a necklace. In 18 karat yellow gold. With two
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow mid-century design armchairs
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Yellow mid-century design armchairs after professional renovation.
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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Yellow mid-century design armchairs
Yellow mid-century design armchairs
H 36.23 in W 28.35 in D 26.78 in
French Mid-Century Modern Sofa in a Light Yellow Bouclé Fabric
Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England
Very elegant with simple lines, two-seater sofa in rosewood, covered in yellow bouclé fabric
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Fruitwood

Yellow Faux Bamboo Grape Design Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern bright sunshine yellow powder-coated painted wall mirror. This vintage bright
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Crayon Form Pine Wood Floor Lamp
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Whimsical crayon form floor lamp in an eye-catching yellow.
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Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Glass Suspension, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Yellow Glass Suspension, Italy, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Modern Yellow and Blue Glass Basket, circa 1950s Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Mid-Century Modern handblown Bohemian glass basket, decorated with a garland of grape vines
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Wood Velvet Yellow Pair of Italian Armchairs, 1960
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Italian armchairs with solid wood structure, seat and backrest reupholstered in yellow
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Vintage Turkish Mid-Century Modern Rug in Yellow Color and Modern Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful Turkish Mid-Century Modern design piece from the 1960s features a yellow background
Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rug, Vintage Modern Design Carpet in Yellow Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
This finely composed Mid-Century Modern rug features a symmetric geometric design with various
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Vintage 1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Rug with All-Over Blossom Pattern on Pale Yellow & Cream
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-Century Modern Oushak rug, rug TU-MTU-136554, country of origin / type: Turkey / Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid Century Modern Thomasville Allegro Faux Bamboo Yellow Mirror
By Thomasville
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare faux bamboo mirror from Thomasville's highly coveted Allegro line. Circa 1963. Can be hung ether way but you'll need to affix wire - easy! See our other Allegro pieces on Dibs ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Darling Set of Yellow Rattan Stacking Nesting Tables Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Darling set of 3 yellow rattan nesting tables with white Formica tops. We love these used in a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

Materials

Rattan, Formica

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Vinyl and Oak Barrel Back Side Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Mid-Century Modern rosewood stained oak barrel back side chair with its original lemon
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Round Bedside Table Black Yellow Wood Marquetry
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
one drawer made in marquetry technique and rests on drop-shaped legs. A captivating and modern bedside
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the yellow mid century modern you’re looking for. Each yellow mid century modern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and glass. There are 14129 variations of the antique or vintage yellow mid century modern you’re looking for, while we also have 745 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a yellow mid century modern — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A yellow mid century modern, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made yellow mid century modern has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Berber Tribes of Morocco, Bitossi and Stilnovo are consistently popular.

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A yellow mid century modern can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,618, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $250,000.
Questions About Yellow Mid Century Modern
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 22, 2021
    Most 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid 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, 2021
    Mid 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.