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1970s Chaise Lounge LA Art Chair Style of Frank Gehry
By Frank Gehry
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Chaise (Longue) Lounge Chair
Artistic Corrugated Cardboard Design Collectible Midcentury Modern
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wood, Paper
Vivianna Torun for Georg Jensen Smoky Quartz and Sterling Silver Bracelet 1968
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in New York, NY
sine qua non of mid-century Nordic/Scandinavian design. She attended the Academy of Industrial Arts in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Modern Bracelets
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
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H 2.53 in W 2.66 in D 1.36 in Dm 2.36 in L 8 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Child Size Miniature 3/4 Scale Contour Lounge Chair no.
By Contour Chair Lounge Co. 1
Located in Lafayette, IN
your mid-century living room! A great conversation piece no matter the location!
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
H 27 in W 40 in D 20.5 in
Contour Coffee Table in Espresso by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing our Contour Coffee Table – a modern masterpiece inspired by the work of Iconic Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...
Materials
Walnut, Glass
Contour Coffee Table in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing our Contour Coffee Table – a modern masterpiece inspired by the work of Iconic Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Contour Coffee Table in Black Ceruse by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing our Contour Coffee Table – a modern masterpiece inspired by the work of Iconic Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...
Materials
Glass, Oak
Mid-Century Contoured Lounge by Klaus Grabe
By Klaus Grabe
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-century contoured lounge by Klaus Grabe, (1910-2004). C5 chaise lounge, designed, 1948
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
1950s Mid Century Abstract Contour Drawing 3
Located in Arp, TX
From the estate of Jerry and Ruth Opper
Abstract Expressionism Contour Drawing 3
c.1950s
Abstract
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pastel, Ink
1950s Mid Century Abstract Contour Drawing 1
Located in Arp, TX
From the estate of Jerry and Ruth Opper
Abstract Expressionism Contour Drawing 1
c.1950s
Ink and
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Pastel
Mid-Century Brushed Tubular Steel Contoured Cantilever Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four, mid-century, tubular, brushed steel, dining side chairs with cantilever bases and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-century Modern Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Clear Glass Contour Vase, 1950s
By Vicke Lindstrand, Kosta Glasbruk 1
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This glass vase from the Contour series was designed by Vicke Lindstrand for the Swedish glassworks
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
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H 6.3 in W 3.94 in D 2.37 in
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Oak "Contour" Lounge Chair by Alf Svenss
By Alf Svensson
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern oak lounge chair model "Contour" designed by Alf Svensson
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 37 in W 28 in D 31 in
Contour by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pcs Mid-Century Modern
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Contour by Towle Mid-Century Modern sterling silver flatware set, 38 pieces. This pattern has
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20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Two (2) Mid Century Danish Modern Contoured Rosewood Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Sleek and sculpted lines. A great set of two chairs to complete your larger set of chairs or we can separate the set if you only need one for a side chair or desk chair. Please messa...
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Vintage 1970s Thai Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 34 in W 19 in D 22 in
Contour by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Mid-Century Modern 80 Pcs
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Contour by Towle Mid-Century Modern sterling silver flatware set, 80 pieces. The knives in this
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20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Four '4' Mid Century Danish Modern Contoured Oak Dining Chairs, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Elegant, well build and glowing in rich shade of honey oak wood. The seats are found in their original black vinyl upholstered and are set on a solid oak frame. Circa. 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 32.5 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish midcentury coffee table. Spacious table surface with interestingly contoured legs on the
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Credenza ~ Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern credenza ~ Buffet will make the ideal choice for the contemporary and casual
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs. Seats and backs are covered in a vintage faux
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Coffee Table combines tailored lines with extraordinarily fine
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Armchair
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Directional, James Inc., Paul McCobb, Milo Baughman
Located in Garnerville, NY
! Elegant tapered legs and a curved and contoured back rest. Soft curves juxtaposed with very sharp angular
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Countryside, IL
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman
The chair
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 37.25 in W 31.25 in D 43 in
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Crucifix
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-century modern crucifix is a poignant example of European studio pottery that combines the
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Religious Items
Materials
Ceramic
Contour by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pieces, Modern
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Contour by Towle sterling silver flatware set of 64 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid Century Modern Occasional Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Polished steel with new black boucle upholstery.
The backrest has a nice feature.
It contours to the
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pivot Swivel Chair by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Pivot Chair by Stamford Modern, the epitome of ergonomic elegance and versatile
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Pivot Swivel Chair by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Pivot Chair by Stamford Modern, the epitome of ergonomic elegance and versatile
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Streamlined Bucket Chairs
By Craft Associates, Craft Associates Inc., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Garnerville, NY
A wonderful pair of streamlined Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs. Re-upholstered in a dark gray
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Ash
5 Frontgate Modern Contoured Brown Leather & Chrome Adjustable Piston Bar Stools
Located in Dayton, OH
with foot rests and contoured brown leather seats. The stools have adjustable hydraulics allowing for
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
H 24.5 in W 15 in D 17 in
Barbara Willis Signed Large Mid-Century Modern California Studio Pottery Bowl
By Barbara Willis
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautifully designed and gorgeously glazed large stoneware Mid-century Modern low bowl by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
H 2.5 in W 17 in D 7 in
Unusual Mid-Century Modern Leather Bowl Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern bowl chair has a unique design that allows a large circular leather
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Eames for Herman Miller DCM Plywood and Chrome Chair Mid Century Modern
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Enhance your home or office with the iconic Mid Century Modern charm of this Eames for Herman
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair With walnut arms
By Kroehler Mfg. Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Trenton, NJ
Discover the quintessential charm of mid-century modern design with this exquisite lounge chair
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
"Contour" Dining Chair by Donzella
By Donzella
Located in New York, NY
Black-painted iron chair with a modern industrial spirit. Upholstered seat and back. Highly
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bronze Female Torso Sculpture
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern abstract bronze female torso sculpture.
This is a striking bronze statue of a
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Viko Baumritter Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Armchair
By Viko Baumritter, Baumritter
Located in Garnerville, NY
Viko Baumritter flat paddle arm spindle back Mid-Century Modern armchair. subtle design features
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Elm, Walnut
21st-Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs: Set of Six
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your dining experience with our exceptional set of six 21st-century mid-century modern
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Figurine on Heart, 15-Inch
Located in Chicago, IL
been a statement decoration in a mid-century modern home, reflecting the period's artistic
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Lounge chair f 560 Pierre Paulin mid century modern
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Bruxelles, BE
both the eye and the senses. The armchair’s curved contours cocoon the sitter, creating a sense of
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Foam
Mid Century Modern Glass Dish by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1950s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Brugge, BE
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of mid-century modern design with this exquisite glass dish
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Bohemian Rattan & Split Reed Barrel Back Loveseat Sofa Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
A quaint vintage Bohemian barrel back loveseat, circa 1970s. Made from a contoured split reed frame
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Reed
H 33 in W 39 in D 56 in
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp with Rotatable Beige Shades
Located in Waalwijk, NL
embodies modern elegance with its trio of distinctively contoured beige shades. A slender stem rises from a
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ensemble by De Coene
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern dining room ensemble by De Coene is a rare find of a noted maker, preserved in
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
Contour Chaise by Lawrence Peabody for Selig
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Dallas, TX
This is an original Lawrence Peabody contour chaise designed for Selig. "Ideal for relaxing," we
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Alpaca, Walnut
Rare Set of Six 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Chrome Dining Chairs
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Lafayette, IN
This very unusual set of Mid-Century chairs is attributed to the manufacturer Romweber. We have
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Red Mid-century Modern Armchairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Almelo, NL
Red Mid-century Modern Armchairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy 1960s
Gastone Rinaldi designed this
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Burlwood Mid-Century Modern Floating Desk, Console, 1960s, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
contoured back with aluminum, the front is round moon-shaped. Also a very nice design for an open space. The
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Nude Figurative Portrait Oil Painting - Angela
Located in Bristol, GB
ANGELA
Size: 69 x 58 cm (including frame)
Oil on Board
A brilliantly executed mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
H 27.17 in W 22.84 in
Mid-Century Modern Oversized Swivel Tub Chairs Milo Baughman Style
Located in Dallas, TX
a sumptuous blue velvet fabric, tasteful welting distinguishes the elegant contours, a soft back
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Contour Painting Male Nude Figure, Circa 1960
Located in Rochester, NY
Contour style painting on paper of large robust male nude seated figure, artist signed at bottom
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Lucy Chair in Copper
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
wires to form a comfort form that fits your body's contours. Made from iron and galvanized for a long
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Patio/Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By John Woodard
Located in Wichita, KS
These beautiful Mid-Century Woodard Sculptura Chairs are hard to find in this quantity and in such
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
1950s Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Italian Ceramic Desk Accessories
By Italo Casini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
collection of mid-century modern decor.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Contoured Reveal Bastogne Walnut Dining Table
By Michael Madley
Located in Frankfurt, KY
This clean lined, contoured-edge Bastogne walnut slab features a stunning array of detail and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ta...
Materials
Aluminum, Bronze
2 Mid-Century Modern Bohemian Rattan & Split Reed Barrel Back Sofas Boho Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
contoured split reed frame with woven rattan panels. Features a white upholstery with removable cushions
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Reed
H 33 in W 87 in D 39 in
Red Mid-Century Modern Sofa/Bench by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Almelo, NL
Red Mid-Century Modern sofa/bench by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy 1960s
Gastone Rinaldi designed
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Lee Rosen Design Technics Mid Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp, Signed
By Lee Rosen, Design Technics
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite Mid Century Modern oversized ceramic table lamp designed by Lee Rosen for Design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Kilin Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues OCA, Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
sophistication and dynamism. Every meticulous contour and precisely angled element harmonizes effortlessly to
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Red Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Almelo, NL
Red Mid-Century Modern armchairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy 1960s.
Gastone Rinaldi designed this
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Bronze Push-Pull Door Handle with Contoured Design
Located in London, GB
A sculptural bronze push or pull door handle with abstract relief. Second half 20th century
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze
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Mid Century Modern Contour For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modern contour you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and walnut, every mid century modern contour was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern contour, we have 70 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century modern contour you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern contour, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern contour over the years, but those crafted by Vladimir Kagan, Grant Featherston and Alf Svensson are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Contour?
A mid century modern contour can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,650, while the lowest priced sells for $460 and the highest can go for as much as $38,900.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
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
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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 legendary 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.
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.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Contour
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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