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.
Set of Six Wicker and Iron dining chairs by Frederic Weinberg, 1950's
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Santa Monica, 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
$2,650 / set
H 48.5 in W 19 in D 24 in
Set Of Eight Vintage Elaborately Carved Italianate Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A well made, sinuous and very decorative set of eight dining chairs. Including two arm and six side chairs. They have tall carved backs and elaborate curved and scrolled crest rails...
Fabric, Wood
Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Wicker and Iron Chair by Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Iron
$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
$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
$1,356 / set
H 33.86 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Wicker Chairs attributed Frederick Weinberg, 1960s, Set of 6
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage wrought iron and wicker bistro/dining chairs attributed Frederick Weinberg. Elegant black wrought frame with a curvy wicker seat and golden details. Very sturdy chairs good...
Metal, Wrought 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
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
$5,247 / set
H 32.88 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Set of Six Bentwood Dining Chairs, Beech and Teal Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
Set of Six Bentwood Dining Chairs, Beech and Teal Fabric, Italy, 1950s. This set of six dining chairs is built from bentwood beech, with steam-formed rear uprights that sweep into a...
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Arden Riddle, Circa 1950s
By Arden Riddle
Located in Peabody, MA
A set of six cherry wood dining chairs consisting of four arms and two sides by Arden Riddle (1921–2011), an important American studio craftsman who produced his distinctive handmade...
Upholstery, Cherry
$2,358 / set
H 43.31 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Set of Eight Italian Lacquered Wood and Leather Modern Dining Chairs
By A. Sibau
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 8 highback dining chairs with black lacquered wooden frames and leather seats and backrests. The back curves down and becomes the back leg. Beautiful design by Antonio ...
Leather, 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 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
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
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 ...
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
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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 Santa Monica, 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