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.
1950's Pair of Atomic Age Stackable Triangle tables in Iron & White Laminate Top
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
1950s American Mid Century Modern, Atomic age pair of stackable triangle table with white color laminate top great accent table for indoor or outdoor use, can be combined with Memphi...
Iron
$548Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Frederic Weinberg Iron End Table or Stacking Shelf
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in New Windsor, NY
A classic 1950s iron and masonite design by Frederic Weinberg. This Weinberg design was specifically made to stand alone or added to by stacking the ...
Iron
$1,793
H 16.15 in W 17.72 in D 32.29 in
Silvio Cavatorta Midcentury Iron and Teak Wood Oval Italian Coffee Table, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful midcentury oval coffee table in Iron and Teak Wood. This item was designed in Italy during 1950s by Silvio Cavatorta. It has...
Brass, Iron
Jansen Travertine & Wrought Iron End Tables, France 1950's
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of elegant brass, wrought iron and travertine end tables.
Travertine, Brass, Wrought Iron
$1,145
H 20 in W 28 in D 21 in
Lane Acclaim Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table or End Table with Bottom Shelf
Located in Miami, FL
Lane Acclaim Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table or Wooden End Table A very stylish Scandinavian style coffee table or end table made of solid walnut. Clean lines and natural groves of...
Wood, Walnut
French Designer, End Table, Wood, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood end table designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Minimal signs of wear. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.75"H x 8.5"D All items ship from High Point, North ...
Wood
$2,380
H 41 in W 32 in D 20 in
Modernist Frederic Weinberg Horse Bar Cart, Classic wire iron , removable tray
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Whimsical Mid Century Black Horse Outline Bar Cart Designed By Frederick Weinberg in The 1950's.Removable serving tray, replaced plexiglass .Interior or exterior.. great garden , pat...
Iron
Glass Top and Chrome Coffee Table
By Horst Bruning, Kill International
Located in Antwerp, BE
1970s coffee table minimalist modern chrome base with a clear glass top.
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Stacked End Tables in Black Ceruse
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by the iconic designer Paul Frankl, these rustic modern end tables blend timeless elegance with contemporary flair. The oversized drawer frames and subtly curved fronts crea...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Side Tables 1950s, End Tables
By Russel Wright
Located in Miami, FL
Great pair of end tables from the 1950s. Ready for a new home.
Wood, Plywood
$695 / set
H 16 in W 17 in D 15 in
Set of 3 Mid Century Triangular Stacking Tables by Frederic Weinberg c 1950's
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in New York, NY
Set of three mid century triangular stacking tables, designed by Frederic Weinberg circa 1950's. The set consists of two black top and one white top tables...
Composition, Iron
$3,250 / set
H 24.25 in W 27 in D 23.75 in
Pair of Flame Mahogany Empire Bedside Tables or End Tables, Philadelphia, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome matched pair of custom-made mahogany side tables or bedside tables crafted by Shaw Decorating Corporation of Philadelphia, mid-20th century. These elegant pieces showcas...
Brass
$3,250 / set
H 15 in Dm 20 in
Pair Mid Century Modern Sculptural Gilt Iron End Tables with Amber Glass Discs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair of round Gilt iron with Amber Glass Discs in a hoop form. Rare distinct tables in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Glass is perfect. These can be parcel posted.
Iron
Spanish Drinks Table, Gilt Wrought Iron, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish gilt wrought iron gueridon end drinks table on a tripod base, Spain, 1960s. An Spanish wrought iron guéridon table, stand or drinks table with gold leaf finish. Beautiful t...
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
1950's Atomic Age Triangle table in Iron & Graphite Laminate Top
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
1950s American Mid Century Modern, Atomic age triangle table with graphite color laminate top great accent table for indoor or outdoor use, can be combined with Memphis postmodern de...
Iron
Whimsical Frederick Weinberg Horse Motif End Table or Bar Cart
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful abstract wrought iron and wire sculptural horse table or bar cart on wheels by Frederick Weinberg. The show stealer in a room.