Avid collectors of 1950s sculpture, table lamps and decorative objects have no doubt encountered the quirky mid-century modern creations of Frederic Weinberg, even if they didn’t know his name. Weinberg is best known for his extensive range of wall-mounted sculptures, clocks, lighting and semi-abstract paintings that bring playful figurative art into the home.
Weinberg, a Philadelphia-based artist and industrial designer, trained at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. Throughout the 1950s, he designed, produced and sold a wide variety of functional and decorative items under his company, Frederic Weinberg Co.
Working with wire, iron and gilded bronze, Weinberg crafted furniture and furnishings for use in homes, businesses and institutions. His most notable pieces included swivel stools with a wrought-iron base and seats made with leather, sheepskin or woven wicker; Atomic Age–style clocks; and sculptural table lamps constructed with paper shades and metal frames shaped like lutes and guitars.
Weinberg also made figurative wall sculptures depicting everything from ancient Roman gladiators and Etruscan-style horses to musicians and dancers to fencers and football players. Figuration also features heavily in his bent iron, brass and fiberglass sculptures, many of which he based on his semi-abstract paintings.
Although little is known about Weinberg’s design career, his pieces are highly sought by modern art collectors and interior designers. Philadelphia designer Ron Rowe and his partner Glenn Nadeau even mounted an extensive showcase of Weinberg’s rarest works in their Cherry Hill, New Jersey, home.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Frederic Weinberg wall decorations, decorative objects and seating.
Wicker Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and ...
Wrought Iron
Set of Six Wicker and Iron dining chairs by Frederic Weinberg, 1950's
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Malibu, CA
Set of six Frederic Weinberg wicker and wrought iron chairs. Two armchairs and four side chairs. Sold as a set. USA, 1950's. Wicker has been recently repaired and reinforced. One fin...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Set of Eight Vintage Leather and Steel Dining Chairs by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in London, GB
An outstanding set of eight vintage leather and steel dining chairs by Frederic Weinberg. They were made in the USA, they date from the 1960’s. The quality is superb, they are beaut...
Steel
Norman Cherner Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
By Norman Cherner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of eight sculptural dining chairs, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, American, circa 1950s. They have all been refinished and reupholstered in black vinyl. They measure: 3...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,450 / set
H 31.5 in W 22.45 in D 19.69 in
Set of Eight Black Leather and Chrome steel Dining Room Chairs, Italy 1970s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Eight Black Leather and Chrome steel Dining Room Chairs, Italy 1970s These dining room chairs are a beautiful and iconic set of eight armchairs that were designed and produce...
Chrome
Set of Six French 1950s Oak and Rush Dining Chairs
Located in London, London
Set of six dining chairs Oak and rush Seat height 46cm French 1940s/1950s This set of six French dining chairs from the 1950s features a timeless design, expertly crafted from oa...
Rush, Oak
$9,800 / set
H 34.65 in W 19.3 in D 21.26 in
Jørgen Christensens Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Christensen, set of eight dining chairs, leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1950s Exclusive set of eight dining chairs designed by Danish designer and cabinetmaker Jørgen Christe...
Brass
Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Wicker and Iron Chair by Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Iron
Set of Six Dining Chairs
Located in London, England
Six French cherrywood dining chairs with drop in seats covered in velvet. Circa 1920. H 96cm (SH 50cm) x W 46cm x D 52.5cm
Velvet, Wood
Bentwood Dining Chairs 1960s, Set of 6
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Restored bentwood dining chairs in ash wood and white velvet from the 1960s. Set of 6. Great design, that lets the chairs flow through the room and seats in room as center piece. ...
Velvet, Hardwood, Bentwood
$4,250 / set
H 33.47 in W 20.48 in D 20.87 in
Set of Four Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Frederic Weinberg Wicker and Iron Chairs 1950s
Iron
Set of Six Dining Chairs
Located in London, England
Set of six reupholstered oak framed Os de Mouton dining chairs. Circa 1950 H 108cm SH 46cm x W 47cm x D 53cm
Oak
$9,550 / set
H 35 in W 22 in D 18.5 in
Vintage Set of Eight British Colonial Style Dining Chairs by Baker
By Baker Far East Collection
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive set of eight dining chairs crafted in mahogany with four arm and four side chairs in classic form featuring caned panels on the backs, upholstered seats and turned and bea...
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
$3,250 / set
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Set of Eight Erik Buch Vintage Dining Chairs by Nova Mobler of Denmark
By Nova, Erik Buch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A complete set of eight mid-century modern Danish Erik Buch style dining chairs by Nova Mobler of Denmark. Each chair features striking yellow upholstered seats and backs, adding a v...
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Six French 1950s Dining Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Six lovely dining chairs, upholstered in original red vinyl with white piping. Bow-like motif on the front apron, tapering legs. Possibly cherry-wood.
Wicker Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Metal
Wicker Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 8
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Wrought Iron
Wicker Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Wrought Iron
Dining Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 4
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant wrought iron frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and ou...
Wrought Iron
Wicker Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 8
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Metal
Dining Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Metal
Side Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 8
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Metal
Side Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy chairs good for in home and o...
Metal
Side Chairs by Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs designed by Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat. Very sturdy ...
Iron
Sold
H 33.5 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Set of Six Wicker and Iron dining chairs by Frederic Weinberg, 1950's
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Malibu, CA
Set of six Frederic Weinberg wicker and wrought iron chairs. Two armchairs and four side chairs. Sold as a set. USA, 1950's. Wicker has been recently r...
Iron, Wrought Iron