Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Chin Ying" Wall Plaque

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne rare and exquisite rectangular "Chin Ying" wall plaque in patinated and acid-etched pewter and bronze with vibrant hand-p...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Chin Ying" Wall Plaque

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Vintage Haitian Village Painting

Located in Atlanta, GA

20th century Haitian oil on canvas of a village painted in hues of black, white, grey, and pale pink. Signed by the artist, bottom right, Nicolas Jose Perez and held in a wooden frame.

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Mid-20th Century Haitian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Canvas, Wood

Vintage Haitian Village Painting

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chin Ying Rectangular Coffee Table in Bronze

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne large and exquisite "Chin Ying" rectangular coffee table in patinated and acid-etched pewter and bronze with vibrant hand-applied polychrome enamels and gol...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chin Ying Rectangular Coffee Table in Bronze

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Mid Century Modern Lexington Public Library Geometric Steel Art Wall Panel 36"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century modern geometric industrial steel artwork panel purchased from the Lexington Public Library auction a few decades ago. Dimensions: 34" x 2" x 36" h

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Steel

Mid Century Modern Lexington Public Library Geometric Steel Art Wall Panel 36"

Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1970s

Located in Wien, AT

Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1970s Original condition

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Brass

Barometer Weather Station Vienna Around, 1970s

Large French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles

By Charolles

Located in Austin, TX

Large French Mid-Century Blue Flower Plate signed Charolles. 9 inches diameter.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Faience

Large French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles

Diaz Costa Set of Three Ceramic Hand Painted Artwork, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Ceramic hand painted artwork of a bird by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960. Signed. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiul p...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Diaz Costa Set of Three Ceramic Hand Painted Artwork, circa 1960

French Sunburst Flower Mirror Wall Decoration, Gilt Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

One of a kind gilt iron sunflower wall mirror / wall sculpture, France, 1950s. This spectacular wall mirror has an eye-catching flower shaped design with Handcrafted in gilt iron. ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Metal, Iron

French Sunburst Flower Mirror Wall Decoration, Gilt Iron

Set of 3 Baobabs from Madagascar in Raffia, circa 2000

Located in Barcelona, ES

Set of 3 Baobabs from Madagascar in Raffia (2000) This stunning set of 3 Baobabs made from raffia hails from Madagascar and was crafted in the year 2000. These sculptural pieces evo...

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Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Raffia

Set of 3 Baobabs from Madagascar in Raffia, circa 2000

Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark

By Marianne Starck

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Amazing ceramic tile ‘Birds’ in reliëf by Marianne Starck. Beautiful art of work and in very good condition. I have also a 40cm piece for sale.

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark

Verner Panton Mira-X Fabric Panel

By Verner Panton, Mira-X

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Verner Panton Mira-X Wave Fabric in shades of red, orange, blue and purple! Fabric in great shape! No fading! Big statement for any space!. One small spot as seen in photos!

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Fabric

Verner Panton Mira-X Fabric Panel

Four Flying Swallows Birds wood Mid Century Wall Decoration Vintage, 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Set of four beautiful vintage wooden flying swallows wall decorations. Each would make a beautiful ornament on a wall. They are with some patina and are an excellent craftsmanship. M...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Nutwood

Four Flying Swallows Birds wood Mid Century Wall Decoration Vintage, 1960s

French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles

By Charolles

Located in Austin, TX

Small French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles. 7 inches diameter.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Faience

French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles

Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris

By Robert Picault

Located in Austin, TX

Rare oyster Plate signed Robert Picault. Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris and studied at the School of Applied Arts in Paris. After the war he spent a short...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris

French Majolica Daisy Marcel Guillot Vallauris, circa 1950

By Marcel Guillot

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica Daisy Marcel Guillot Vallauris, circa 1950. 8.2 inches diameter.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

French Majolica Daisy Marcel Guillot Vallauris, circa 1950

Evelyn Ackerman Carved Redwood Panel for Panelcarve, circa 1950s

By Panelcarve, Evelyn Ackerman

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Evelyn Ackerman Carved Redwood Panel for Panelcarve, circa 1950s. Features a bird, ram and frog in typical Ackerman style. Measures 36" wide, 12" high and 1" deep. Stamped "copyrig...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Wood

Evelyn Ackerman Carved Redwood Panel for Panelcarve, circa 1950s

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Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930 Manufactured in France. Materials: Wood, glass Dimensions: D 1,5 cm x W 42,2 cm x H 42,3 cm The artwork is in its origin...

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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood

Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930

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1960s Mod Stylized Portrait of a Woman

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid-20th century Twiggy-inspired 1960s mod stylized portrait of a woman. The harlequinesque black and white figure is wearing a flowing coral b...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

1960s Mod Stylized Portrait of a Woman

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Michelin Set of Original Tiles, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Michelin Man Set of sixteen tiles. By unknwon manufacturer from Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Michelin Set of Original Tiles, circa 1960

Spanish Ceramic Decorative Wall Plate with Fishing Scene

By Vicente Martinez

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large Cubist Wall Plate or Wall Decoration Colorful Spanish Mid-Century Modern Manises ceramic wall plate by Vicente Martinez, Spain, 1960s. This wall plate features a cubist design mediterranean fishing...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Spanish Ceramic Decorative Wall Plate with Fishing Scene

Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930 Manufactured in France. Materials: Wood, glass Dimensions: D 1,5 cm x W 42,2 cm x H 42,3 cm The artwork is in its origin...

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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Glass, Wood

Framed Beautiful Butterfly Wings Composition, circa 1930

Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark

By Marianne Starck

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Amazing wall plaque ‘Birds’ in reliëf by Marianne Starck. Beautiful art of work and in very good condition.

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Tile Art of A Roman Landscape by Harris Strong

By Harris Strong

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous large tile depiction of a roman landscape including an aqueduct and other out buildings. Colorful and tastefully done on 18 square tiles which are then framed in a period si...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Fabric, Walnut, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Tile Art of A Roman Landscape by Harris Strong

Pablo Picasso Style Stoneware Wall Hanging Tile decorated with a Dove

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A beautiful hand painted and thickly glazed decorative wall tile by an unknown artist, influenced by the works of Pablo Picasso. The wall plaque is decora...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Stoneware

Pablo Picasso Style Stoneware Wall Hanging Tile decorated with a Dove

Giovanni de Simone Colored Ceramic Fish Squared Tile Plate, Italy 1960s

By Giovanni de Simone, Pablo Picasso

Located in Rome, IT

Beautiful squared wall mounted tile plate in colored ceramic representing three fishes by the Italian artisti Giovanni De Simone. Giovanni De Simone was a great Sicilian artist...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Terracotta, Pottery

Giovanni de Simone Colored Ceramic Fish Squared Tile Plate, Italy 1960s

Rosenthal Studio Line Porcelain Plate by Björn Wiinblad 'Limited Edition'

By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Stunning wall plaque by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. The plaque was produced in 1975 in an edition of 5000, and this one is number 1328. The text on the plate is German ‘auch die...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Porcelain

Rosenthal Studio Line Porcelain Plate by Björn Wiinblad 'Limited Edition'

Mid-Century Majolica Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

Mid-Century Ceramic Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Majolica Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris

Set of French Majolica Oyster Plates & Platter Marcel Guillot, circa 1950

By Marcel Guillot

Located in Austin, TX

Rare set of 8 Majolica oysters plates and platter signed Marcel Guillot, circa 1950. Very rare color. platter 16.5 inches , 8 plates 9.5 inches diameter.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Set of French Majolica Oyster Plates & Platter Marcel Guillot, circa 1950

Large Ceramic Wall Panel Giovanni De Simone 1960 Sicilian Art Picasso

By Giovanni de Simone

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Large ceramic wall panel Giovanni De Simone 1960 Sicilian Art Picasso Horse Rider. In his hometown he founded his own workshop "Maioliche d'Arte De Simo...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Large Ceramic Wall Panel Giovanni De Simone 1960 Sicilian Art Picasso

Mid Century Italian Enamel Art Panel, 1950s

Located in Meer, VAN

Mid century Enamel Art Panel, Italy, mid 20th century. This is a wonderful and very decorative piece of enamel art, made in mid century Italy. This panel features bold colors and...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Enamel

Mid Century Italian Enamel Art Panel, 1950s

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Sculptural Concave Mirror in Green

Located in London, GB

Anish Kapoor style concave mirror. Sculptural green glass mirror, with brass wall fixing. Excellent quality mirror with amazing reflections. Available in pink gold, copper and b...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Brass

Sculptural Concave Mirror in Green

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Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Brutalist Brass Copper Abstract Wall Art

By Stephen Chun

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Brutalist Brass and Copper Abstract Wall Art, Unmarked. Item Circa Mid to Late 20th Century. Measurements: 20" H x 36" W ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Steel

Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Brutalist Brass Copper Abstract Wall Art

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Maurice André Large Colored Wall Tapestry for Robert Four Edition

By Maurice André

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Maurice André - Robert Four edition Large wool wall tapestry by Maruice André Realised circa 1960 by Robert Four Studio Original perfect condition Original perfect colors...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Tapestry

Maurice André Large Colored Wall Tapestry for Robert Four Edition

Rare Cosack Louis Kalff Royal Telescope Articulating Wall Light, Germany, 1950s

By Cosack Leuchten, Louis Kalff

Located in Lisse, NL

Wonderfully stylish and pleasing to the eye swing light, easy to wall mount. This rare design wall lamp from the midcentury era is by Louis Kalff and it was manufactured by Gebrüder...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Rare Cosack Louis Kalff Royal Telescope Articulating Wall Light, Germany, 1950s

1950s by Arnaldo Gio Pomodoro Il Sestante Italian Midcentury Bronze Sculptures

By Arnaldo Pomodoro

Located in Brescia, IT

"Crosses and Stars" Arnaldo & Gio Pomodoro for Il Sestante 1950s Bronze sculptures Bibliography: "Domus, December 1958" Measures: 46 x 46 cm / 37 x 37 cm/ 16 x 16 cm/ 10 x 1...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Bronze

1950s by Arnaldo Gio Pomodoro Il Sestante Italian Midcentury Bronze Sculptures

Petucco & Tolio, Nove, Impressive Italian Ceramic Vino Wall Plate, Retro, 1960s

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Impressive Petucco & Tolio, Nove, Italian ceramic vino wall art plate, superbly strong color palette and artwork A very large and striking piece of Ita...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Petucco & Tolio, Nove, Impressive Italian Ceramic Vino Wall Plate, Retro, 1960s

Large Etched Copper Wall Plate by Valentien 1960's

Located in London, GB

Large etched copper wall Plate by Valentien 1960's. The abstract pattern is applied by hand and radiated from the centre like a flower.

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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Copper

Large Etched Copper Wall Plate by Valentien 1960's

Framed Butterflies Artwork, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Framed artwork made of butterflies. Made by unknown artist in Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiul patina. M...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Fabric

Framed Butterflies Artwork, circa 1960

1970s Bamboo Fan Decorative Wall Art

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Vintage Fan Wall Art Decor Stamped People's Republic of China 20 h x 31.25 w x .5 d Preowned original vintage condition See images listed

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Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Bamboo

1970s Bamboo Fan Decorative Wall Art

Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1930. Manufactured in France. Materials: Wood, polycarbonate Dimensions: D 1,5 cm x W 21,7 cm x ...

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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Wood

Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1930

1970s Wall Art Terracotta Tile Greek Horse Chariot Angelos Tsakirakis

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1970s Ceramic Wall Tile Art MCM Terracotta Greek Horse Chariot Angelos Tsakirakis Greek War Horses Ceramic Art Tile signed AT 4.25 h x 8.38 w x .5 d Preowned original vintage Review ...

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1970s Greek Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Terracotta

1970s Wall Art Terracotta Tile Greek Horse Chariot Angelos Tsakirakis

Medieval Style Bas Relief in Polychrome Carved Wood, Spain, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern Medieval Inspired Bas Relief Wall Decoration in Polychromed Carved Wood. Spain, 1950s. Beautifully hand-carved bas relief depicting genre scene. Two standing men f...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Medieval Style Bas Relief in Polychrome Carved Wood, Spain, 1950s

Charles Levier Painting "Clown Avec Un Oiseau"

By Charles Levier

Located in Miami, FL

A Captivating Vision: "Clown Avec Un Oiseau" by Charles Levier. This striking oil on canvas painting, titled "Clown Avec Un Oiseau" (Clown with a Bird) in French, is a captivating...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Paint, Wood

Charles Levier Painting "Clown Avec Un Oiseau"

Aqua Majolica Oyster Plate Gien, circa 1950

By Gien

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica oyster plate signed Gien, circa 1950.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Aqua Majolica Oyster Plate Gien, circa 1950

Set of Two Nordic Vikings Wooden Figures, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

2 Nordic Vikings (1960) This set of 2 Nordic Viking figurines, created in 1960, embodies the bold spirit and warrior culture of the Viking era. These unique pieces capture the intri...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Wood

Set of Two Nordic Vikings Wooden Figures, circa 1960

Set of 38 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

By Roger Capron

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 38 tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s.

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 38 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

Bing & Grondahl Modernist Green Tile Wall Art Piece, 1960s

By Royal Copenhagen, Bing & Grøndahl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Exceptional Danish Mid-Century Modern piece of ceramic artistry. Handmade wall plaque made of six glazed tiles (each 15x15 cm) in white, dark pine and forest green colors, all handpa...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Oak

Bing & Grondahl Modernist Green Tile Wall Art Piece, 1960s

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Vintage Abstract Painting by Peter Keil b 1942

By Peter Keil

Located in West Palm Beach, US

Abstract Painting by Peter Keil This vibrant 28” x 33” abstract painting on board by renowned German artist Peter Keil is framed in its original ornate frame. The artwork features b...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Acrylic

Vintage Abstract Painting by Peter Keil b 1942

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Signed New York School Style Red Black Yellow Abstract Expressionist Painting

By Cy Twombly, Robert Rauschenberg, Franz Kline

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Original abstract painting, signed “Goldberg.” This piece parallels Abstract Expressionist work from the New York School active during the same period. We believe this painting was c...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Signed New York School Style Red Black Yellow Abstract Expressionist Painting

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Set of 12 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

By Roger Capron

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 12 tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s.

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Set of 12 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

Judith Daner Enamel Artwork Wall Panel Cityscape, a pair

By Judith Daner

Located in Atlanta, GA

Judith Daner designed this pair of superb Mid-Century modernist enamel on copper artworks. Each panel is one tile plaque mounted on the original walnut wood frame. The abstract and s...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Metal, Copper, Enamel

Judith Daner Enamel Artwork Wall Panel Cityscape, a pair

Square Modernist Brutalis Wall Sconce Murano Mazzega Glass Iridescent

By AVMazzega

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Square modernist Brutalis wall sconce Murano Mazzega glass iridescent. 1 light bulb E27 Max 100 watt.

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Murano Glass

Square Modernist Brutalis Wall Sconce Murano Mazzega Glass Iridescent

Pair of brass candle wall sconces by Colseth Norway mid century modern

By Skultuna

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Unusual mid cntury modern pair of wall sconces for single candle. Fabricated by Colseth / Norway. Note - not by Skultuna.

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Brass

Pair of brass candle wall sconces by Colseth Norway mid century modern

Set of 12 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

By Roger Capron

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 12 tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s.

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Set of 12 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

Set of 17 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

By Roger Capron

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 17 tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s.

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Set of 17 ceramic tiles by Roger Capron, France - 1970s

Charles Levier Figurative Oil Painting, Bernard Buffet Style Oil Painting

By Charles Levier

Located in Miami, FL

French Figurative Oil Painting by Charles Levier. Titled "Une femme devant la mer", this masterful work of a well-known listed French artist whose work can be compared to Bernard Buf...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Wood, Paint

Charles Levier Figurative Oil Painting, Bernard Buffet Style Oil Painting

1970's Signed Casa Devall Starburst Wall Sculpture

By Casa Devall

Located in Redding, CT

1970's Signed Casa Devall starburst wall sculpture. Quite a Glamourous statement piece . Mixed metal artwork is very in style right now. Similar to the style of Curtis Jere's starbur...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Metal, Brass

1970's Signed Casa Devall Starburst Wall Sculpture

Bing & Grondahl Modernist Green Tile Wall Art Piece, 1960s

By Royal Copenhagen, Bing & Grøndahl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Exceptional Danish Mid-Century Modern piece of ceramic artistry. Handmade wall plaque made of six glazed tiles (each 15x15 cm) in white, dark pine and forest green colors, all handpa...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Oak

Bing & Grondahl Modernist Green Tile Wall Art Piece, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Wall Plaque by Marianne Stark, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Wall Plaque by Marianne Stark for Michael Andersen, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, I am s...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Wall Plaque by Marianne Stark, 1960s

Elie Grekoff Mid-20th Century French Tapestry Decorative Textile Art

By Elie Grekoff

Located in Miami, FL

A beautiful Mid-20th Century French tapestry or wall hanging by Elie Grekoff, circa 1960. This tapestry is a wonderful statement piece for any modern, contemporary or midcentury interior. Epitomizing artistic skill and creativity, this stunning vintage French tapestry displays a wonderful composition with alluring colors, dramatic textures and strong graphic features. Features a bold collection of stylized motifs and radiant colors. Woven in Aubusson using...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Wool

Elie Grekoff Mid-20th Century French Tapestry Decorative Textile Art

Jaime Hayon & Nani Marquina 'Nani x Hayon' Wall Tapestry

By Jaime Hayon, Nanimarquina

Located in Tilburg, NL

Jaime Hayon & Nani Marquina 'Nani x Hayon' wall tapestry Hayon x Nani, size 120x130, comes with wall hanging solution made with fabric sleeves sewn to the top back of the rug. ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Wool

Jaime Hayon & Nani Marquina 'Nani x Hayon' Wall Tapestry

Mid Century Repousse Still Life Copper Panel, by George Braque

By Georges Braque

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century copper panel depecting a nature setting done with the repousse method of metal work.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Mid Century Repousse Still Life Copper Panel, by George Braque

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Mid-Century Modern Mosaic Artwork Circa 1960s

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

A one-of-a-kind handmade mosaic art piece circa 1960s with brilliant shades of browns, copper, amber, turquoise and white. Intricate beading, mixed metal, glass, and copper make up t...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Copper

Mid-Century Modern Mosaic Artwork Circa 1960s

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1950's Large British Union Jack Hand-Stitched Framed Flag

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

1950’s Union Jack Flag Framed, London England This vintage British flag was purchased in London many years ago. This red, white and blue Union ...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Cotton, Plexiglass, Wood

1950's Large British Union Jack Hand-Stitched Framed Flag

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Vintage Alexander Calder lithograph (1970s Calder prints)

By (after) Alexander Calder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage early 1970s Alexander Calder off-set lithograph: Published by Art in America, circa early 1970s. Good to very good overall vintage condition. Printed signature from an editi...

Category

1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Vintage Alexander Calder lithograph (1970s Calder prints)

20th Century Italian Rectangular Mahogany Wall Glass Mirror by Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian wall mirror with its original mirror glass, enhanced by brass nailheads, designed by Paolo Buffa in good condition. The backside of ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Italian Rectangular Mahogany Wall Glass Mirror by Paolo Buffa

Painting by Peter Keil, Midcentury Art, 1964, Modern Art, Framed, Paper, Signed

By Peter Keil

Located in New York, NY

Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...

Category

1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Acrylic

Painting by Peter Keil, Midcentury Art, 1964, Modern Art, Framed, Paper, Signed

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chin Ying Rectangular Coffee Table in Bronze

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne large and exquisite "Chin Ying" rectangular coffee table in patinated and acid-etched pewter and bronze with vibrant hand-applied polychrome enamels and gol...

Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chin Ying Rectangular Coffee Table in Bronze

Monumental Sailboat Painting by Lee Reynolds Vanquard Studios

By Lee Reynolds

Located in Redding, CT

Monumental Sailboat Painting by Lee Reynolds of Vanguard studios. Minimalist design of sailboats in muted cream and brown tones. Framed in a gun metal colored frame. White glove ship...

Category

1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Monumental Sailboat Painting by Lee Reynolds Vanquard Studios

Fratantoni Large Majolica Ceramic Wall Plaque with Fruits Decor, Italy 1950s-196

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage large oval ceramic wall plaque or tile features Modernist abstract decor with branches of orange fruits and green and yellow leaves displayed on blue-green background. The o...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Fratantoni Large Majolica Ceramic Wall Plaque with Fruits Decor, Italy 1950s-196

Midcentury Italian Orientalist Wood Bar Cabinet in Gold and Black Lacquer, 1950

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Midcentury Italian orientalist wood bar cabinet in gold and black lacquer, 1950.

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Midcentury Italian Orientalist Wood Bar Cabinet in Gold and Black Lacquer, 1950

Ruscha Horse Motif Ceramic Wall Plate Decoration, 1960s

By Ruscha

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handmade midcentury modern rectangular ceramic wall plaque with expressive white horse motif. Matte and shiny glaze in blue, white, yellow and light gray colors. Metal mount for wall...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Ruscha Horse Motif Ceramic Wall Plate Decoration, 1960s

Curtis Jere Wall Sculpture

Located in Queens, NY

Curtis Jere Wall Sculpture

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Curtis Jere Wall Sculpture

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