About Mode Moderne
Mode Moderne is located in Philadelphia's historic Old City. Situated just 1 1/2 hours south of New York City and 2 1/2 hours north of Washington D.C. A ten minute drive from 30th St. Station and just two blocks from I-95. Owner Michael Wilson have been selling fine 20th Century Modern Furnishings since 1979. Hand selected pieces of interest populate our 2200 square foot showroom. Furnishings from all 20th century design movements are represented. Lighting of all types, decorative objects and fine art round out our offerings.

Established in 19791stDibs seller since 2008
Associations
20th Century Specialists
Featured Pieces
Art Deco Russian Silver Cloisonne' Enamel Dematasse Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of Six Art Deco Russian Silver Cloisonne' Enamel, Demitasse Spoons. Beautiful condition with enameling of blue and black.
Category
Vintage 1930s Russian Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Enamel, Silver
Teak Magazine / Album Rolling Storage Bin by Rolf Hesland for Brucksbo, 1960's
By Rolf Hesland, Brucksbo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Teak Magazine / Record Album Rolling Storage Bin
by Rolf Hesland for Brucksbo, Norway, c. 1960's
"a nice teak storage bin with handle on wheels with removable deviders"
"in good vi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
Wire Bust of a Woman in the style Alexander Calder's Circus
By Alexander Calder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wire Bust of a Woman
in the style Alexander Calder's Circus
"in nice vintage condition"
"art or use to hold that special hat"
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wire
Lacquered Paper Mache Mannequin Head by Gemma Taccognam Mexico, circa 1965
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lacquered Paper Mache Mannequin Head
by Gemma Fane Taccogna, Mexico, circa 1965
Signed to underside ‘Gemma Taccogna Mexico’
"in very good vintage condition"
"one just recently sold ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Paper
Hand Painted Decorative Plate by Rene Quillivic for HB Quimper Faience, France
By Quimper Faience Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hand Painted Decorative Plate
by Rene Quillivic (1879-1969)
for HB Quimper Faience
Quimper, Brittany, France
"HB Quimper Faience is a historic, hand-painted tin-glazed pottery prod...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Modern Scissors with Holder, Germany, c. 1970's
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage "Designed" Modern Stainless Steel Scissors
with "Gold" Handles and Leather Holder
Germany, circa 1970's
Both Scissors and Holder are Labeled Germany
"some wear / fading to...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Stainless Steel
Very Large Teak Decorative Bowl by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, Denmark, 1960's
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very Large Teak Decorative Bowl
by Jens Quistgaard
for Dansk, Denmark, 1960's
"some scratches, etc. and an imperfection / repair on the interior of the bowl - see images"
"beautif...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Teak
Expandable Dining Table/ From Square to Round!
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wood Square Table in a light walnut stain. This table does double duty! As a square table it is 46.5 round. Fold up on each side and the table enlarges to 66.5 round! Perfect for...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Henredon Loveseat/ 2 Available!
By Henredon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henredon attributed loveseat! Great size and scale! 59" wide and two loveseats available! Even Arm Loveseats with great bones! Simple walnut bases and fully upholstered bodies. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lucite Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculpture made of Lucite with carved panels. Possibly from the Ritts. Co. Nice size and scale!
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Thonet Chrome Lounge Chairs designed by Anton Lorenz
By Thonet, Anton Lorenz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Anton Lorenz for Thonet Furniture Chrome Barrel Chairs. Newly reupholstered and ready to go! Nice size and scale!
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Drexel Furniture Guildhall Pair of Tables
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of GuildHall for Drexel Matched Rectangular Tables. Perfect to use separately or together as a coffee Table! Walnut finish, with perhaps oak for the turned legs. Nice stretch...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
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