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.
Frederick Weinberg Iron White Enamel Shelves Etagere Wall Unit
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Frederick Weinberg Iron White Enamel Shelves Etagere Wall Unit
Enamel, Steel
$4,800
H 79 in W 35 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Modern Tricom Italian Etagere or Wall Unit after Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Tricom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large symmetrical chrome and glass etagere in the style of Milo Baughman. It features a heavy chrome frame with clear rectangular sized glass shelves.
Chrome
$5,600 / set
H 72 in W 30 in D 18 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Burl Wood Etageres, Wall Unit or Book Shelves
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning transitional pair of matching shelving units from the 1970's. They feature burl wood with a decorative lattice work. Price includes the p...
Wood, Burl
Directoire Style Enameled Iron Étagère with Brass Embellishments
By William Billy Haines
Located in Hanover, MA
Custom-made, circa 1980 by a metal-smith in Boston. Directoire form étagère constructed of welded iron, four inset glass shelves flanked by X supports with large round brass embellis...
Brass, Iron
Julian Chichester Designed Wall Unit
By Paul McCobb, Julian Chichester
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two piece wall unit designed by Julian Chichester in natural vellum and metal framing. Designed after Paul McCobb's iconic wall unit. Mid-Century Modern two piece wall unit with shelving storage and drawers. Standing room divider with storage...
Metal
$2,017Sale Price|25% Off
H 85 in W 26.25 in D 26.25 in
English Style Barley Twist Etagere Display Shelves by John Richard
By John Richard
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Mahogany
Important Gio Ponti Wall Unit
Located in New York, NY
An important rare Gio Ponti Modernist wall unit. Beautifully veneered in hardwood with painted wood, mirror glass, brass. Features display shelving...
Brass
$3,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 77.72 in W 31.62 in D 31.62 in
Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Glass Étagère with Five Shelves
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury brass, Lucite and glass corner étagère. Five shelves We have four corner étagères available (Three with measurements 31.61in x 31.61in and one 39.37 x 39.37). One of the...
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Painted Iron Arched Etageres
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of 1960s arched shelving units / book shelves / etageres composed of white wrought iron frames with inset glass shelves (four / unit). 'Ball' feet...
Wrought Iron
$1,012Sale Price|25% Off
H 68 in W 14 in D 14 in
Vintage Brass Faux Bois Étagère Shelf, Trompe L’oeil Shelves
By Mastercraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Brass Faux Bois Étagère Shelf, Trompe L’oeil Shelves. Regency gilt iron shelves. Frame only. Gorgeous display piece.
Brass
Frederic Weinberg Iron Shelves
By Frederic Weinberg, Weinberg
Located in New Windsor, NY
Iron and masonite three shelf unit designed by Frederick Weinberg. Angle iron construction with the original masonite shelves. Circa 1950-60. Good overall condition. The masonite she...
Iron
$13,400 / item
H 87 in W 43.25 in D 12.25 in
Tall Custom Brass Etagere with Glass Shelves by Adesso Imports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall custom brass etagere with seven glass shelves. Handmade in solid brass in Los Angeles by Adesso Imports. Can be made in custom size and finish. Pr...
Brass
Bamboo, Brass and Smoked Glass Étagère or Shelving Unit
Located in Roma, IT
Refined and unique etagere or shelving unit fully hand-made in solid brass and bamboo, completed with thick smoked glasses. This one-of-akind organic piece was crafted in Italy duri...
Brass
Frederick Weinberg Iron Shelving Unit
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in New Windsor, NY
Frederick Weinberg iron shelving unit with built in lamp. Iron frame with original white Masonite shelves. The unit features a built in lamp with or...
Iron
Large Fredrick Weinberg Iron Etagere
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tall Frederick Weinberg wrought iron etagere with inset glass shelves and lamp with shade. Five shelves total and new heavy linen shade. Great minimalist design and beautiful hand-we...
Iron