Arthur Umanoff Furniture
American, 1923-1985
Though much of Arthur Umanoff's furniture is marked by a no-frills simplicity common in American mid-century modern design, his work is anything but one-note. Over the course of a prolific career, Umanoff designed everything from case pieces to candleholders to magazine racks to dining chairs in iron, leather, walnut, wicker and more. With furnishings for a broad range of manufacturers throughout the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and early ’80s, Umanoff continued a thread of sculptural elegance and textural sensitivity through his designs.
After graduating from Pratt Institute in the early 1950s, Umanoff experimented mostly with wood furniture before landing a job at Post Modern Ltd, a New York manufacturer of wrought-iron furniture. There he produced furnishings that married wrought iron with wood and plastic, creating functional pieces free of utilitarian bulkiness.
Umanoff continued his experimentation with mixed materials through a partnership with Shaver Howard, for whom he designed wine racks in combinations of iron, leather and wicker.
When Shaver Howard bought Boyeur Scott, Umanoff conceived several furniture designs for the brand, including the 1964 Granada collection, whose curlicue iron bases, visible through glass tops, stand out as some of his most ornate and decorative work. Indeed, much of Umanoff’s oeuvre is far more simplistic, like iron-and-pine armchairs for The Elton Co. or low-backed, slatted-seat barstools with slender iron legs for Raymor.
Umanoff was fluent, too, in the more sumptuous modernism of the era: In the mid-1960s, he designed the 2405 and 4449 armchairs for Madison Furniture Industries. Popular in offices, the walnut-framed, leather-upholstered seats, which could have been mistaken for the seductive Scandinavian modern seating of the era, were reportedly the jumping-off point for Captain Kirk’s iconic seat on Star Trek.
Even as he is among the mid-century modern designers you may not know, with work across such a range of styles and manufacturers (most no longer in business), Umanoff, who died in 1985, leaves a legacy that is fascinatingly diverse and at times enticingly elusive, making his work intriguing objects for collectors.
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Creator: Arthur Umanoff
1950s Wrought Iron, Walnut, and Rush Desk by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-century designer Arthur Umanoff's signature combination of wrought iron, walnut, and woven rush up the style quotient in this charming circa 1950 writing desk with laminate inset...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Pair of Arthur Umanoff Scroll Arm Chairs with Leather Strapping
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Wrought Iron Arthur Umanoff Scroll Arm Chairs with Leather Strapping
4 Available. Sold in Pairs on this listing
Overall pretty good co...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Arthur Umanoff Butcher Block Wine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Umanoff wine rack, c.1950s, USA. The rack features a wrought iron frame with leather strapping to store up to twelve wine bottles. The top of the rack is finished with a thick...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Seven-Bottle Wine Holder by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arthur Umanoff wine rack (1950s USA) in painted wrought iron. Tabletop version, accommodating 7 bottles.
Very good, vintage condition with light, age-commensurate wear and a couple o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Four Lounge Chairs by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four rare Arthur Umanoff lounge chairs with wooden seats and a rush backs. Nice overall patina.
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1950s Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Arthur Umanoff Slat Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two vintage-modern stools featuring iron bases and slat wood seat and back, designed by Arthur Umanoff.
Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Solid Walnut Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff for American Woodcraft
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-century solid walnut magazine rack by Arthur Umanoff for American Woodcraft, circa 1950s. This sturdy rectangular magazine rack is finely crafted and all original with carved tri...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Walnut
Chrome Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff Postmodern
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Stylish and practical, this Chrome Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff is a perfect example of postmodern design. The sleek, open framework showcases Umanoff's knack for blending form an...
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20th Century Unknown Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Chrome
Vintage Iron Wine rack by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
outstanding iron wine rack by Arthur Umanoff. features a shelf and cane wrapped basket shelf with 45 circular spaces to hole wine bottles.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Arthur Umanoff Walnut Spindle Stools, USA 1960's
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
A set of spindle stools by Arthur Umanoff in walnut, upholstered in wool. Priced by the pair. Two pairs available.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Walnut, Upholstery
Arthur Umanoff Walnut Magazine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Beautifully crafted Mid-Century Modern magazine or book rack designed by the prolific designer Arthur Umanoff in the 1950s. Featuring distinctive staves and practical handles on eith...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Walnut
Arthur Umanoff Banana Boat Center Piece
By Arthur Umanoff, Raymor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arthur Umanoff large center bowl, Taverneau canoe bowl produced in Haiti and retailed through Raymor. Has a couple dings but overall still very nice! great scale and size!
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1960s Haitian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Arthur Umanoff Design Étagère Room Divider
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Las Vegas, NV
RARE and Unique iron, wood and woven faux grass étagère designed by Arthur Umanoff
for the Mayan collection by Shaver Howard Furniture CO. and produce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of 3 Arthur Umanoff "Grenada" Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three swivel stools with a strong iron frame desgined by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard's "Grenada" collection. Decorative scrolled seat back and round footrest. Measures: Adjusts ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron, Metal, Chrome
Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack
By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Simple, sculptural design. Presented in As-Found condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Black Cast Iron Mid Century Modern Wine Rack by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage heavy cast iron wine rack designed by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard, circa 1950's. This piece accommodates up to 17 bottles with plenty of vintage patina. A great accessor...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Mid Century High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard mid century high back dining chairs - Set of 6
Each chair measures: 16.25 wide x 19 deep x 40.25 high, wit...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage serving platter tray designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor, circa 1960's. This solid piece is made out of Taverneau wood and features ...
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1960s Haitian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Reed, Wood
Vintage Arthur Umanoff Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern slat stools with rush backs.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture Mid Century Modular Seated Bench
By Madison Furniture, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture mid century modular seated bench
Bench measures: 87.5 wide x 25 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 20 inch...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of Two Arthur Umanoff Wine Racks
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Set of two wrought iron wine racks by Arthur Umanoff.
Rare orange and black lacquered metal. Original lacquer on both.
Each racks can hold up to 39 bottles and include a woven basket type shelf and a laminated shelf to hold glasses, serve drinks or even showcase your favorite bottles and bar utensils.
Manufactured for the Howard Shavers...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Arthur Umanoff Candelabrum in Teal
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Large sculptural candelabrum in original enamel teal and cane by Arthur Umanoff. Teal is original to piece and is rarer than the black. Also have the same candelabra available wit...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron, Enamel
Mid Century Modern Standing Wrought Iron Wine Rack By Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall, Mid-Century Modern, free-standing, wrought iron, wine rack by Arthur Umanoff for shaver howard offers stylish wine storage for 67 bottle capacity.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Seventeen-Bottle Wine Holder
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s Arthur Umanoff wine rack in painted wrought iron. Can be used as a tabletop or floor rack, accommodating 17 bottles.
Pictured with this wine rack is the smaller, 7-bottle hold...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron and Leather Wine Rack by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century American Modern wine rack by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard composed of eight saddle-leather strap holders and wrought iron frame. All original condition, appearing to ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Small Arthur Umanoff Wine Bottle Holder for Shaver Howard
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in St. Louis, MO
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard, butcher block top, 9 bottle wine holder with iron frame and bottle supports. Often attributed to Paul McCobb, this piece was designed by Arthur Uman...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Sculptural Arthur Umanoff chair with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and iron legs. Stunning from all angles!
Measures: 32.5" high, 18.5" wide, and 18.5" deep with a seat he...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Metal
Four Candle Candelabra in Wrought Iron and Cane by Arthur Umanoff, 1950s
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Kansas City, MO
Completely original four branch table top candelabra / candle holder designed by Arthur Umanoff. Very good original condition. No breaks in the can portion. Some areas of discolorati...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Iron
Arthur Umanoff Rattan Wicker Wrought Iron Mid-Century Modern Chairs, Set of 4
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arthur Umanoff Rattan Wicker Wrought Iron Mid-Century Modern chairs - Set of 4. Item features woven rattan backs, wooden slat seats, black painte...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Iron Wine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff mid century iron wine rack
The wine rack measures: 8.75 wide x 7.75 deep x 13.75 inches high
This set is in Great Vintage Condition with minor wear.
We take ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umanoff Walnut Magazine Rack
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Highland, IN
This lovely walnut magazine rack by Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft has sculptural spindles that create visual movement as your perspective on the piece changes.
18.5"H X ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
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Walnut
Arthur Umanoff Midcentury Carved Wood Salad Set, Bowls and Serving Utensils
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
Arthur Umanoff Midcentury Carved Wood Salad Set, Bowls and Serving Utensils
Offered for sale is a rare midcentury modern Arthur Umanoff hand-carved salad...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Wood
Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture Mid Century Modular 2 Seater Bench
By Arthur Umanoff, Madison Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture mid century modular 2 seater bench
Bench measures: 65 wide x 23 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 19 inch...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Arthur Umanoff Mid Century 3 Seat Sofa
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff mid century 3 seat sofa
This sofa measures: 91 wide x 29 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Restored Arthur Umanoff Solid Walnut Magazine Rack Surfboard Coffee Table
By Grete Jalk, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Arthur Umanoff designed the mother of all magazine racks, or perhaps the most innovative coffee table of all time.
This solid walnut coffee table has been delicately restored. Th...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Wonderful Arthur Umanoff Olivewood Chrome Desk Mid-Century Modern
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Arthur Umanoff olivewood and chrome desk. We love the great looking burled olivewood top with two hidden drawers against the angular chromed legs. Top is in great shape wit...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A hand carved and finished serving tray made of Taverneau, an uncommon Haitian wood with a rattan wrapped handle. Designed and by Arthur Umanoff, produced...
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1960s Haitian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Pair of Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron+ Rattan Floor Candelabras by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Kensington, MD
Pair of Wrought Iron candelabra with rattan detailing. Iconic design by Arthur Umanoff from the 1950s. 3 tall, elongated stems have a wrapping of rattan at the neck just below the ca...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron + Rattan Floor Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Kensington, MD
Hard-to-Come-By Wrought Iron + Rattan Floor Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff
Additional information:
Material: Iron
Featured at Kensington:
This single Wrough Iron floor candelabru...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Furniture
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umanoff furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Arthur Umanoff furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arthur Umanoff furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Arthur Umanoff were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Russell Woodard, Charles Eames, and Century Furniture. Prices for Arthur Umanoff furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $150 and can go as high as $12,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,800.
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