About Modern Living
Modern Living is an (online) gallery offering a personal selection of high quality 20th century design originals with a focus on Scandinavian design and collectables. Specialized in mid-century furniture, lighting, decorative arts and objects, we only offer the finest design. All our pieces are restored in the most gentle and passionate way with respect for the natural patina and original wear, in order to keep the unique character of our pieces. We can also organise reupholstery (of your own mid-century furniture) by our craftsman. Modern Living is located in the heart ...Read More
Established in 20201stDibs seller since 2019
Featured Pieces
DU03 Sideboard by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe, The Netherlands, 1958
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Antwerp, BE
A true masterpiece of mid-century Dutch design, this DU03 sideboard from the renowned Japanese series by Cees Braakman for Pastoe (1958) is both a collector’s item and a timeless sta...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Early edition Bobbin chair sourced in France, dating from the 1930’s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early edition Bobbin chair sourced in France, dating from the 1930’s. This chair features a rush seat raised on bobbin turned legs and stretchers. Very characteristic and charming pi...
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
GA Side Chairs by Hans Bellmann for Horgen-Glarus, Switzerland 1954
By Horgen-Glarus, Hans Bellmann
Located in Antwerp, BE
Embrace the perfect combination of Swiss craftsmanship and mid-century modern design with this lovely GA Side Chair by Hans Bellmann, created for Horgen-Glarus in 1955. A true icon o...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Crane bird floor lamp sourced in France, dating from the 1970s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely crane bird floor lamp sourced in France, dating from the 1970s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this sculptural lighting piece stan...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
‘Kroken’ lounge chair by Christer Blomquist for IKEA, Sweden 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Antwerp, BE
A true Swedish design classic, the ‘Kroken’ lounge chair was designed by Christer Blomquist for IKEA in the 1970s. Featuring a sleek, curved metal frame with a suspended seat, it off...
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Herbarium rectangular coffee table by Roger Capron, France 1960s.
By Roger Capron
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful example of mid-century French design, this early edition ‘Herbarium’ rectangular coffee table was created by renowned ceramicist Roger Capron in the 1960s. The piece feat...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
‘Togo’ One Seater, Burgundy leather by M. Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1960s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Antwerp, BE
A true design classic, this Togo one-seater sofa was designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1960s and remains one of the most recognizable pieces of 20th-century furniture...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Flag Halyard lounge chair by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler, 2002
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous second generation Flag Halyard lounge chair by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler. With the Flag Halyard Chair, Hans Wegner paid tribute to the great Modernists such as Le Corbusier,...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
‘Safari’ Easy Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely ‘Safari’ easy chair by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s. This chair embody the essence of Danish modernism, combining elegance, functionality, and craftsmanship. I...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Masterpiece Brutalist Sculpture in the manner of Pia Manu, 1960’s
By Pia Manu
Located in Antwerp, BE
A true architectural masterpiece, the Model Sapo dining table by Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti seamlessly blends brutalist aesthetics with minimalist elegance. Designed for Saporiti It...
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Vintage 1960s European Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Model Sapo dining table by Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti for Saporiti Italia 1972.
By Saporiti, Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti
Located in Antwerp, BE
A true architectural masterpiece, the Model Sapo dining table by Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti seamlessly blends brutalist aesthetics with minimalist elegance. Designed for Saporiti It...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Magnificent large brutalist 'Maison Aurora' sideboard in oak from Belgium, 1970s
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent large brutalist sideboard from Belgium, designed and manufactured during the 1970s. This credenza is fully made out of dark stained oak and features beautiful sculpted do...
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
