Known for its durable vintage display cabinets, nightstands and dressers made of cherry, oak, walnut and more, Century Furniture of Hickory, North Carolina, began as an upholstered goods company in 1947 but added case goods and sophisticated mahogany dining-room furnishings shortly thereafter.
Launched by Harley Ferguson Shuford Sr., a Hickory native who was born to a family of textile mill owners, Century Furniture was intended to be “the best furniture company in the world.” With respect to speed and efficiency, the brand found its footing midway through production on a government contract that Shuford had secured in the early days to manufacture thousands of five-drawer chests. The effort was significant, but it was also a teachable moment as far as Shuford and his team’s learning the ropes of running a factory.
After hiring designer Raymond K. Sobota in 1950 and introducing the enormously popular Citation Collection in 1954, Century established its reputation as a leader in stylishly designed high-quality furniture. Sobota had furniture in his blood — after graduating from Kendall College of Art & Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he worked for his uncle Karl Schmidt, who was at the time a well-known furniture designer for Berkey and Gay and other makers in the Grand Rapids area, then known as America’s furniture capital. Sobota soon launched his own studio, designing furniture as a freelancer for various local manufacturers. Shuford found him by happenstance, journeying to Michigan’s second-largest city to offer a job to another designer who turned him down but recommended Sobota instead.
Century’s Citation line — a sizable collection for the brand that spanned furnishings for the bedroom, dining room and more — is revered in the world of vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors. The pieces sold very well during the 1950s, and the line is an oft-cited success story for Sobota, who would go on to win awards for his work and whose own catalogue of designs for the brand is massive.
In his 40-year career at Century, until he retired in 1995, he designed well over 100 furniture lines. Sobota’s nightstands, cabinets, side tables and more are characterized by his interest in Asian design, distinctly and brilliantly expressed in his Hollywood Regency–style Chin Hua line, which debuted during the 1970s. With its geometrically decorative brass drawer pulls and door handles as well as dining-chair seat-back carvings — all inspired by Asian motifs — this collection has rendered vintage pieces that saw Century’s craftsmen working with alluring ebonized walnut and more, some of the company’s most sought-after work today.
Also in the 1970s as well as in the 1980s, Manhattan interior designer Jay Spectre introduced an Art Deco–informed spirit at Century Furniture, creating oversize, inviting lounge chairs and bentwood benches that featured plush tufted leather cushions. Spectre’s Eclipse collection was at one point among the largest-selling lines for the brand.
Century licensed collections with celebrity interior designers such as Thomas O’Brien, Charlotte Moss and Bunny Williams among others. In 2013, when Alex Shuford III was named president of Century Furniture, the move marked the succession of the third generation to lead this company, which is today one of the world’s largest privately held manufacturers of high-end furniture.
Find Century Furniture lounge chairs and dining chairs as well as vintage mid-century modern credenzas, dressers and more on 1stDibs.
Century Furniture Chippendale Solid Mahogany Block Front Chest of Drawers
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four-drawer dresser, chest of drawers, or commode By Century Furniture, "Henry Ford Museum" Collection USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful carved s...
Brass
Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase
By Century Furniture, Raymond K. Sobota
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture USA, 1970s Burl wood, with e...
Brass
Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Triple Dresser, 1970s
By Raymond Sabota, Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie triple dresser or credenza By Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture, "Chin Hua" Collection USA, 1970s Beautiful book-...
Brass
Chin Hua Lotus Bar Grey Finish Dry Bar Cabinet
By Century Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Chin Hua Lotus Bar Cabinet by Century Furniture makes a glamorous statement in a dry bar cabinet. Ours is a neutral grey finish. Behind two doors is one adjustable wood shelf on ei...
Glass, Maple, Walnut
Century Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Triple Dresser
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style nine-drawer triple dresser or credenza By Century Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Carved cherry wood, with parquet top, and ori...
Brass
Century Furniture Paris Gardens Credenza
By Century Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Century Furniture credenza from their Paris Gardens Collection. The credenza with two central doors concealing four drawers (the upper with silver lining panel). They are flanked by ...
Wood
Jay Spectre for Century Furniture Drop-Front Desk 1980c
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Jay Spectre for Century Furniture Drop-Front Desk 1980c Perceptive Drop-Front Desk Century Furniture, circa 1980 A rare and architecturally striking drop-front desk designed by Jay S...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT
By Century Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 3 Burl Wood Lighted Cabinets Wall Units Mid Century Modern MINT
Burl
Chinese Chippendale Style Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Cabinet By Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Chinese chippendale style chinoiserie cabinet by Century Furniture. It most likely dated to the 1970s. It has a carved faux bamboo and fretwork frame. The cabinet opens to...
Wood
Chinoiserie Black & Burl Chin Hua Dresser by Raymond K. Sabota for Century Furn
By Raymond Sabota, Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Chinoiserie Chin Hua Collection dresser or sideboard by Raymond K. Sabota for Century Furniture comprised of an ebony-tone wood frame, burlwood inlays, brass trim & hardware, double doors, and nine drawers total. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, it has been cleaned but has no outstanding flaws that we have detected. Normal wear as you would expect with use & age. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. NOTE: IF you love this Chin Hua Collection dresser or sideboard by Raymond K. Sabota for Century Furniture, we have the matching armoire/wardrobe, pair of nightstands, and pair of mirrors in separate listings here for sale if they are still available. We also have many other items from the Chin Hua line. Check them out! OH, MY GOODNESS!!!! If you are looking for a dynamic dresser for your bedroom. Or a beautiful buffet for your dining room. Or a CRAZY gorgeous credenza for your entry hall or living room. You have DEFINATELY found it! This beauty is part of the original Chin Hua Collection designed by Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture in 1975. The entire collection was retired in 1998 after a 23-year successful run. So successful that Century Furniture reissued the collection in 2012. And it is no wonder they revived it. The Chin Hua Collection was one of Century’s most revered collections of all time. And this piece bears the original Century Furniture tag and is not part of the new collection and is only available vintage!!! So, It’s your LUCKY DAY!!! Playing with Hollywood Regency and Chinoiserie styles, Raymond Sabota designed this piece oh-so-handsomely. It is comprised of a stunning rectangular ebony-toned wood framework featuring beautiful burlwood inlays on the door fronts, 6 drawers, and phenomenal recessed top. It exhibits double doors in the center of the cabinet and three drawers on each side of the double doors all surrounded with beautiful brass trim & displaying magnificent brass hardware. And hidden BEHIND those double doors lies a marvelous secret!! THREE more drawers graduating from narrow at the top to a bit wider at the bottom AND they also have lovely brass pulls in the center of each drawer. That’s NINE drawers total!! Talk about AMPLE storage space for linens, clothes, books, or whatever your stow-away needs are! It is going to be an incredible addition to your bedroom or dressing area if you choose to use it as a dresser but its usage is not limited to that! It will be BEAUTIFUL in your dining room used as a sideboard or buffet, in the family room as a cabinet for games, toys, and art supplies, or in an entry utilized as a credenza hosting a lovely sculpture or artwork on top and endless options below. Whatever its use, it bears an EXQUISITE and timeless style you are sure to love for years to come! Raymond Karl Sobota (1914-2010) is an award-winning American furniture designer. He attended and obtained his degree in design from Kendall College of Art and Design in his native home of Grand Rapids, Michigan. After graduating in 1946 Sobota apprenticed with his namesake and uncle, a furniture designer as well, Karl Schmidt, who designed for Berkey and Gay Furniture Company. He apprenticed for seven years leading to his designing for Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Co., the Mt. Airy Furniture Co., Hekman Furniture and finally Century Furniture for whom he designed from 1952 until 1995. He designed all the company’s wood furniture during that time in total, over 150 collections. The most notable being Citation, Chin Hua, Claridge, and the Henry Ford Museum and the British National Trust collections. Sobota is credited for helping make Century Furniture the industry leader it is today. Century Furniture Company, one of the world’s largest privately owned upper-end residential furniture manufacturers, was founded in 1947 by Harley Ferguson Shuford, Sr. When first formed Century Furniture was a selling agent for local upholstery lines. But as soon as a year later Shuford had built a case goods plant in Hickory, North Carolina and that started it all. Harley Shuford along with his siblings and children acquired company after company expanding into upholstered furniture, chair manufacturing, and even a leather division. Century has made it through feast and famine in the furniture business and today retains their long-standing role as a leading force in the American home furnishings market. This amazing Chin Hua dresser...
Brass
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...
Brass
Jay Spectre for Century Oak Media Cabinet
By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre
Located in Astoria, NY
Jay Spectre for Century Oak and Chrome Media Cabinet, with power strip, three drawers, and metal plaque label to drawer interior. 82.5" H x 33.25" W x 22" D. Provenance: From an U...
Metal, Chrome
Neoclassical Directoire Style Brass Mounted 3 Drawer Commode By Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 32 1/2 in W: 41 1/2 in D: 18 1/4 in This refined Neoclassical Directoire style three-drawer commode by Century Furniture is an elegant fusion of classical French de...
Metal, Brass
1980s Sculptural Oak Dresser by Jay Spectre
By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This gorgeous dresser was designed by Jay Spectre for Century Furniture. A great dimensional light oak dresser with brushed metal banding for added details. This thing is heavy duty....
Metal
Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie commode or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Red lacquered wood, with original Asian-inspired bras...
Brass
1970s Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Credenza
By Century Furniture
Located in Elkton, MD
1970s Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Credenza by Century Furniture for Bloomingdales Features chrome accents.
Chrome
Custom Cerused Oak Armoire by Jay Spectre, Modern Design, USA, 1980s
By Century Furniture, Jay Spectre
Located in New York, NY
Custom Finished, Cerused Oak wardrobe by Jay Spectre for Century Furniture. Wardrobe features 2 large bottom drawers and doors open to reveal a series of cubicles and smaller drawers...
Nickel
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original brass hardwa...
Brass
Century Furniture French Country Three Door Credenza
By Century Furniture
Located in West Chester, PA
Century Furniture French Country Three Door Credenza featuring four dovetailed pocket drawers inside the left cabinet and undivided cabinet space inside the right doors with one long...
Wood
Century Furniture Chin Hua Armoire Gentleman's Chest
By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Asian Chin Hua Raymond Sobota Century Furniture Gentleman's Chest or Armoire by the high-quality furniture maker Century, from their "Chin Hua" line de...
Brass
Solid Mahogany Block Front 4 Drawers 32" H Compact Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
By Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Mahogany Block Front 4 Drawers 32" H Compact Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
Brass
Chin Hua Display Cabinet by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Chin Hua display cabinet by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture Raymond K. Sobota started designing for Century Furniture in 19...
Burl
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dressers or Commodes, Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dressers, chests of drawers, or commodes By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany, with original b...
Brass
Fountainebleau Wardrobe - Swedish Aged Slate
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The 19th-century inspired wardrobe featuring a neoclassical dental molding cornice and raised panel doors reflects the influence of neoclassical design, which sought to revive the si...
Wood
Century Furniture Italian Provincial Venetian Cream Painted Sideboard
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Provincial Venetian style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved painted walnut, with floral motif, and original hardw...
Walnut, Paint
Fountainebleau Wardrobe - Swedish Aged Cream
By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture
Located in New Orleans, LA
The 19th-century inspired wardrobe featuring a neoclassical dental molding cornice and raised panel doors reflects the influence of neoclassical design, which sought to revive the si...
Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Century Furniture, Wood & Cane
By Century Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sideboard storage cabinet you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best...
Wood
Century Furniture Chippendale Pink Lacquered Chest of Drawers or Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Chippendale style bombay form three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Pink lacquered mahogany, with original brass hardware. ...
Brass
Asian-Influenced Cabinet by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture, USA 1970
By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Asian-Influenced Cabinet by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture, USA, circa 1970 An exceptional and refined tall cabinet designed by Raymond Sobota for Century Furniture of Distinc...
Brass
Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Walnut Sideboard Credenza, Circa 1970s
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Carved book-matched walnut, with original Asi...
Brass
Steamer Trunk Style Two Drawer Chest by Archive Home for Century
By Century Furniture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice steamer trunk style two drawer chest by Archive Home for Century Furniture, circa 2020s. The chest is constructed of solid wood with dovetaile...
Brass
Century Furniture Asian Ming Style Tall Red Lacquer Lighted Dry Bar Cabinet
By Century Furniture
Located in West Chester, PA
A rare Ming style tall lighted bar cabinet by Century Furniture of Distinction. Upper bifold doors open to reveal a mirrored back with three a...
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Century Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Armoire Dresser
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By Century Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Carved cherry wood, with original ...
Brass
Century Furniture French Provincial Walnut Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial tall sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Century Furniture USA, late 20th century Carved walnut, wit...
Brass
Grand Montmartre Etagere - Iron & Brass Knot
By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture
Located in New Orleans, LA
The iron neoclassical étagère with limestone shelving combines the sturdy, industrial qualities of iron with the elegance of limestone, reflecting the neoclassical style's emphasis o...
Brass, Iron
Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Maple and Parcel Gilt Dresser Chest
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Empire style four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful carved maple, with parcel-gilt detail...
Brass
c1970s Regency Revival 9 Drawers Turned Legs Credenza Dresser Brass Pulls MINT!
By Century Furniture, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
c1970s Regency Revival 9 Drawers Turned Legs Credenza Dresser Brass Pulls MINT!
Satinwood
Grande Fountainebleau Bibliotheque - Swedish Aged Slate
By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture
Located in New Orleans, LA
Inspired by a 19th-century French bibliothèque with neoclassical dental molding cornice and raised panel doors exemplifies the neoclassical revival that occurred in European furnitur...
Wood
Vincent Credenza - Italian Painted
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Italian two-door buffet, inspired by 19th-century designs, showcases a blend of traditional and contemporary elements, reflecting Italy's rich history of craftsmanship and design...
Wood
Burl Wood Black Ebonized Border 9 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza Brass Pulls Mint
By Century Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burl Wood Black Ebonized Border 9 drawers long dresser credenza brass pulls mint.
Brass
Alexandre II Dresser - Swedish Scraped Bone
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Swedish 6-drawer double dresser, known for its clean lines and practical design, reflects the influence of Gustavian style, which emerged in the late 18th Century during the reig...
Wood, Pine
Le Maurice Three Drawer Chest - Swedish Matte Noir
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Swedish ebonized serpentine three-drawer chest represents a fusion of traditional Swedish craftsmanship with influences from European design, popular in the 18th century. The ser...
Wood
Alexandre I Nightstand - Swedish Scraped Bone
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Swedish nightstand, known for its clean lines and practical design, reflects the influence of Gustavian style, which emerged in the late 18th Century during the reign of King Gus...
Wood
Flame Mahogany Ebonized Columns Bronze Mount Brass Ring Pulls Hardware Sideboard
By Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Flame Mahogany Ebonized Columns Bronze Mount Brass Ring Pulls Hardware Sideboard MINT!
Mahogany
Pair Burl Wood Black Lacquer Solid Brass Drop Pull 2 Drawer Night Stands MINT!
By Century Furniture, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Burl Wood Black Lacquer Solid Brass Drop Pull 2 Drawer Night Stands MINT!.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Light Wood Credenza by Century Furniture, 1950s
By Century Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
Light wood century furniture credenza, sideboard or buffet.
Wood
Grande Fountainebleau Bibliotheque - Swedish Aged Cream
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
Inspired by a 19th-century French bibliothèque with neoclassical dental molding cornice and raised panel doors exemplifies the neoclassical revival that occurred in European furnitur...
Wood
Andersson Credenza - Swedish Bright Dove
By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Swedish four-door credenza reflects the Gustavian style's elegance and restraint, which emerged during the late 18th century under King Gustav III. This style is characterized by...
Wood
Chippendale Style Mahogany Serpentine Drop-Front Desk by Century, 20th C
By Century Furniture
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Chippendale style secretary by Century offers mahogany construction with drop-front desk over serpentine case having four graduated long drawers and raised on claw and ball feet, c...
Brass
Walnut and Brass Credenza by Century Furniture, Made in the United States
By Century Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sophisticated and architecturally refined credenza designed and manufactured by Century Furniture in the United States, dated August 2014. This substantial case piece embodies a ti...
Brass
1960's 9 Drawer Low Dresser by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Fulton, CA
A fine Mid-Century Modern low dresser by Century Furniture. Circa. 1960's. Dovetail construction with solid oak secondary woods and mahogany drawer bottoms. Beautiful original warm w...
Cherry
Modernist Commode Night Table by Jay Spectre for Century Furniture
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Voguish dresser, commode, night stand designed by Jay Spectre for the Century Furniture Company. This chic chest features two deep drawers, a brushed steel plinth base, and cerused...
Steel
A stunning mid century modern teak secretary desk made in Denmark, circa 1960s
By Century Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
A stunning mid century modern teak secretary desk made in Denmark, circa 1960s. Crafted by renowned maker CENTURY, this piece features clean lines, a darker warm teak grain, and time...
Wood
Pair of 3 Drawer Bachelor Chests With Brass Hardware by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined and highly versatile pair of bachelor chests by Century Furniture, designed and manufactured in the United States and dated April 2012. These elegant case pieces embody a clean, transitional modern aesthetic—ideal for both contemporary and classic interiors. Each chest features a beautifully balanced composition with three spacious drawers, crisp white lacquered drawer fronts, and warm brass hardware that adds a sophisticated contrast against the rich wood case. The gently tapered legs and subtle framing details give the pieces a timeless architectural presence, making them equally suited as luxury...
Brass
Spanish Colonial Carved Oak 3 Deep Drawer Sideboard Credenza Buffet Console MINT
By Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Spanish Colonial Carved Oak 3 Deep Drawer Sideboard Credenza Buffet Console MINT!
Brass
Century Furniture Chin Hua Burl wood Vitrine by Raymond Sobota
By Century Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Century Furniture Chin Hua Burl wood Vitrine by Raymond Sobota 6 glass shelves.
Wood
1970s Hollywood Regency Century Furniture Faux Tortoise Cabinets – a Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a pair of cabinets by the well-known American furniture manufacturer Century Furniture, circa the 1980s. These rectangular cabinets showcase a tortoise ...
Hardwood, Lacquer
Chin Hua Dresser Credenza by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Century Chin Hua Dresser Credenza Sideboard buffet or dresser manufactured by Century Furniture as part of the Chin Hua collection from the 1970s. E...
Brass
Century Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie commode or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Red lacquered wood, with original Asian-inspired bras...
Brass
Pair of Mahogany Bow Front Chests by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of mahogany bow front 3-drawer chests by Century Furniture. The chests feature banded/serpentine fronts, dovetail joint construction, brass medallion pulls, and a removable marb...
Marble
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.
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.