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Midcentury Advertising Mirror "Airliner" San Telmo Cigar Co Bay City Michigan
Located in Weiningen, CH
Midcentury advertising mirror "Airliner" San Telmo Cigar Co. Bay City Michigan on a chain
Some
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects
Materials
Mirror
H 18.12 in W 24.41 in D 0.4 in
1950 Dubois - France Skiing Original Vintage Poster
By Jacques Dubois
Located in Winchester, GB
A wonderful treasure of mid-century advertising, displaying the Alps, this beautiful original
Category
Vintage 1950s French Posters
Materials
Paper
1979 Bally, Man Face Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
treasure of mid century advertising.
Category
Vintage 1970s Posters
Materials
Paper
Visit Walt Disney's Progressland, New York World's Fair 1964-65 Original Poster
By Bob Peak
Located in Winchester, GB
mid-century advertising is in fantastic condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Free Shipping
H 42.5 in W 27.8 in D 0.1 in
1950 Bally - Hunziker Original Vintage Poster
By Gerold Hunziker
Located in Winchester, GB
, this is a true statement piece and a wonderful treasure of mid-century advertising.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
1965 Bally, Brun Original Vintage Poster
By Donald Brun
Located in Winchester, GB
treasure of mid century advertising.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
Vintage Hand-Painted Osborne Wood Sign: 'Fino Quinta'
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Fino Quinta." Crafted around 1950, this vintage piece exudes the charm and craftsmanship of mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Hand-Painted Osborne Wood Sign: 'Veterano'
Located in Barcelona, ES
-century advertising. Meticulously hand-painted, it captures the essence of a bygone era, evoking nostalgia
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century American Monumental Advertising Baseball Bat
Located in New York, NY
American advertising display sign of an over-sized ash wood baseball bat with an engraved wood
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Leather, Wood, Ash
Mid Century Royal Crown Cola Embossed Advertising Thermometer
By Royal Crown Cola Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid Century period when companies needed to catch the eye of the new up and coming consumer , removed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century English Advertising Floor or Wall Mirror
Located in London, GB
A scarce advertising mirror for 'Fownes Gloves'.
A company that was established in England in
Category
Mid-20th Century British Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Monumental Mid-Century French Nouvelle Cuisiniere Advertising Sign
Located in Forney, TX
streamline moderne elements.
Circa late 1940s/1950s
The mid-century French marketing sign in blue and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Streamlined Moderne Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Photos of Advertising- Original Photograph by Emile Deschler - Mid-20th Century
By Emile Deschler
Located in Roma, IT
Photos of Advertising Studios is an Original Photograph realized by Emile Deschler (1910-1991
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
No Reserve
H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 0.04 in
Mid-Century Modern Folk Art Eno Antacid Advertising Sign
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This advertising sign was made during the 1960s in the Mid-Century Modern style and likely
Category
Mid-20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Mid-20th Century Hardware Store Advertising Shop Display Oversized Nail
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th Century Hardware Store Advertising Shop Display Oversized Nail
Every now and again we
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Danish Design Furniture Advertising Posters by Paul Salomonsen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of fabulous black and white Danish design advertising posters photographed by Paul Salomonsen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Advertising Cabinet Leukoplast Beiersdorf, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful and rare Mid-Century Modern Vintage cabinet.
Striking German design from the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
H 21.66 in W 17.33 in D 6.7 in
Artzy Basheff Mid Century Print for Lycoming / New Ideas Advertising
By Boris Artzybasheff
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Boris Artzybasheff ( 1899 - 1965 ) photo ready print for an advertisement for Lycoming / New Ideas Division Tractor company from the artist studio. Born in Kharkiv and moving to the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Paper
Advertising design for Pye Records Cambridge gouache Mid Century Wireless
Located in London, GB
Bowens (British, fl. mid 20th Century)
Cambridge: Centre of Scientific Research
Pye Group Records
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache
H 14.97 in W 17.72 in D 0.04 in
Mid-Century Modern Bottle Shaped Ice Bucket Tia Maria Advertising
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous advertising ice bucket. Tia Maria a Jamaican liqueur. Authentic in a copy of the original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic
Italian mid-century modern graphic Ceat advertising sign, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern red graphic Ceat advertising sign, 1950s
Rectangular aluminum sign or
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Art
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Original French Advertising Poster, 'DD' Socks by Francis Martocq
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Mid-Century Original French Advertising Poster, 'DD' Socks by Francis Martocq
This poster is
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
H 64.97 in W 49.22 in D 0.04 in
Mid-Century Original French Advertising Poster, 'BENDIX' by H. MORVAN, 1965
By Hervé Morvan
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Mid-Century Original French Advertising Poster, 'BENDIX' by H. MORVAN, 1965
This poster was
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
H 45.28 in W 61.03 in D 0.04 in
Mid-Century Embossed Dekalb Hybrid Corn Advertising Farm or Mercantile Sign
By St. Thomas Metal Signs
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
dates to approximately 1958 and done in the period Mid=Century Modern style. The sign is composed of
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
H 13.25 in W 19.25 in D 0.25 in
Italian mid-century modern Crodo advertising sculpture with glass bottle, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Crodo advertising sculpture with glass bottle, 1960s
Advertising
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
H 7.88 in W 6.7 in D 4.73 in
Mid-Century Hand Painted Bull's Head Butcher's Shop Advertising Wall Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
generic advertising wall decoration from a butcher shop. This head is hand painted in a whimsical Folk Art
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Fiberglass
H 12.25 in W 14 in D 15 in
Vintage Art Deco Mid Century Oak and Glass Office Advertising Sign, C.1940
Located in London, GB
An unusual wooden and glazed office sign. c.1940
Reserve painted leaded glass office/advertising
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 31.89 in W 46.07 in D 1.19 in
Original Vintage Mid-Century Modern Design Advertising Poster for Tek Toothbrush
By Fritz Bühler
Located in London, GB
small round Tek / Exigez bien la petite Tek ronde. Great mid-century design by the graphic artist Fritz
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
H 50.01 in W 35.63 in D 0.04 in
20th Century Rolex Enamel Advertising Sign
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Mid 20th Century Rolex enamel advertising sign.
CONDITION
In Good Condition - Wear as expected
Category
20th Century Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Enamel
Large Mid-Century Gran Habano Rajah Cigar Advertising Tobacco Store Display Sign
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large and colorful placard sized store display sign was presumed to have been made in the United States for the Gran Habano Cigar Company of Honduras in the 1960s to advert...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Anglo Raj Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
H 36 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
Early 20th Century Butlins Lithograph Advertising Poster
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century Butlins lithograph advertising poster
A charming, fun, and rare example of a
Category
Vintage 1940s British Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
BOS Whiskey 19th Century Lithograph Advertising Poster
Located in London, GB
BOS Whiskey 19th Century Lithograph Advertising Poster
A mid-19th Century sectioned
Category
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Posters
Materials
Paper
To Live Long - Advertising Print - Half of 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
To live long - Advertising Print is an original artwork realized in the half of 20th Century.
A
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 5.52 in W 9.85 in D 0.04 in
Early Corona Beer Porcelain Advertising Sign
Located in Ferndale, MI
Early Corona beer man cave or restaurant porcelain advertising sign. As found.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Signs
Materials
Steel
Bibendum Michelin Man Advertising Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Bibendum Michelin man advertising sculpture. Original white painted cast iron mid-century Bibendum
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Enamel Advertising Sign
Located in Ongar, GB
A nice early to mid 20th century French enamel advertising sign for Livestock insurance. A great
Category
Mid-20th Century French Posters
Materials
Enamel
Gazelle Bicycles Glass Advertising Sign
Located in Antwerp, BE
Old glass advertising sign for Gazelle Bicycles, a bicycle factory in the Netherlands since 1892
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Art Deco Signs
Materials
Glass
Framed with 3 Advertising Blotters
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Framed with 3 advertising blotters from the 20th century.
Measures: H: 40 cm, W: 30 cm, D: 1 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Early 20th Century Kodak Advertising Enamel Sign, English, For Train Rides
Located in Crespières, FR
, dating from mid 20th century.
This Kodak advertising sign was placed at the entrance of rail station
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Metal
H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 0.2 in
“Giant” Scissors, Advertising Store Display
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast aluminum oversized scissors
probably used for advertising and or store display.
These will
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Aluminum
Coopered Barrel Advertising Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
piece for a luxury tea shop in the mid-19th century with tea being such a desirable commodity in higher
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Tea Caddies
Materials
Brass
Large Vintage Hamm's Beer Lakeside Plastics Advertising Hanging Lighted Sign
Located in Philadelphia, PA
vintage item, quality American craftsmanship. circa mid to late 20th century. Measurements: 18" H x 77.25
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Signs
Materials
Metal
H 18 in W 77.25 in D 9 in
Rare Charles Eames Herman Miller "Design of the Century" Advertising Poster
By Herman Miller
Located in South Bend, IN
An extremely rare Charles Eames "Design of the Century" advertising poster
By Herman Miller
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Oak, Paper
H 37.13 in W 25.13 in D 0.75 in
Early 20th Century Stowers Lime Juice Papier Mache Pytram Advertising Figure
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Stowers Lime Juice Papier Mache Pytram Advertising Figure
A rare example of an
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Paper
Stunning Vintage Metal Advertising Letter A
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A stunning vintage metal advertising letter A.
The patina on this item is sensational.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Industrial Signs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Tobacco Advertising Sign, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
1950s Advertising Sign for the Belgian Tobacco Brand VDC - Deinze.
This Litho Cardboard Sign has
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Signs
Materials
Paper
Vintage Advertising “SODAS” Metal Embossed Sign
Located in New York, NY
Great looking rare original large size embossed metal advertising “SODAS” sign..Looks like it came
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Decorative Art
Materials
Metal
Vintage Advertising Framed Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vintage advertising framed artwork, made by unknown artist.
Made in Spain, circa 1920.
In
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paper
Vintage Gold Dollar Cigarettes Advertising Sculpture 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Gold Dollar Cigarettes Advertising Sculpture 1950s
This old BAT (British American Tobacco
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Oversized Chocolate Advertising Poster, Belgium, 1999
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Oversized chocolate advertising poster, Belgium, 1999.
One of three very rare large advertising
Category
1990s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Port Advertising Sign, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco port sign of Porto Rolaria.
Old advertising sign for the aperitif drink Port - Porto
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Signs
Materials
Paper
Oversized Bonze Advertising Store Display Scissors
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury, oversized, advertising, store display, bronze scissors open and close as real scissors
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Signs
Materials
Bronze
An original vintage drink advertising poster
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
An original vintage drink advertising poster for Rene’ Medeville, of a wine taster, 1950’s
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Original vintage advertising poster - 'Upravite rychle'
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
An original vintage advertising poster from Czechoslavakia for sea fish. The names of the sea fish
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Hand Painted Advertising Sign For Soave Bolla
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand painted advertising sign for Soave Bolla - Very fun.
Category
Mid-20th Century Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Gone with the Wind Framed Movie Advertising Poster Gable Fleming
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Gone with the Wind movie ad poster, framed in ornate art deco style gold frame.
David O. Selznick presents, Gone with the Wind, starring Clark Gable, Leslie Howard, Vivien...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
1961 Advertising Sign MARTINI BLANC , Apéritif Beverage
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage " MARTINI BLANC " or WHITE MARTINI Metal Advertising Sign.
This Tin Sign has a gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Tin, Other
Japanese Barber Advertising Barber's Pole Light
Located in London, GB
A scarce original barber's pole.
Used as advertising outside a barber's shop.
Japan, c1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Vintage Liquor Alcohol Advertising Stock Stand for E&J Brandy
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage advertising liquor, alcohol stock stand for E&J Brandy. Measures: 41 3/4" in height, 20" in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal, Steel
Italian Midcentury Saffa Carton Toothpaste Advertising, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Saffa carton toothpaste advertising, 1950s
Saffa toothpaste advertising, in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century advertising you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, paper and wood, every mid century advertising was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century advertising, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A mid century advertising is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Hervé Morvan, Coca Cola Bottling Co. and Fornasetti each produced at least one beautiful mid century advertising that is worth considering.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
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