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Mid-Century Modern Painting by Yves Rayé, 1979
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Painting by Yves Rayé, 1979
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Vintage 1970s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Painting Mountain Scenic Coast
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern painting mountain scenic coast MCM Retro Deco patina impressionist
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Italian Mid-Century Modern Painting with Geometric Representation, 1988
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Painting with geometric representation, 1988 Painting with geometric
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Abstract Mid-Century Modern Painting Titled "Lumieres"
Located in Redding, CT
Abstract Mid-Century Modern painting titled "Lumieres". Signed by artist Lee Clarke. Nice
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Original Mid Century Modern Painting on paper
Located in New York, NY
Lyman Kipp Original Mid Century Modern Painting on paper, 1969 Acrylic on paper painting Hand
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1960s Minimalist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Mid Century Modern Painting - Ballet Dancer - Pierre Grisot
By Pierre Grisot
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
painters. His paintings now serve as vintage reminders of the style of the mid 20th Century. One of the
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Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Pine, Paint

Mid Century Modern Painting - Ballet Dancer - Pierre Grisot
Mid Century Modern Painting - Ballet Dancer - Pierre Grisot
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H 18.51 in W 16.54 in D 1.97 in
Mid Century Modern Painting Green Aqua on Canvas 40x60"
By Irena Orlov
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand painted with acrylic, 3D
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2010s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic

1950s Cubist Cityscape Mid Century Modern Painting Oil on Board
Located in Miami, FL
Mid Century Modern exceptional oil on board Cubist Cityscape painting from the 1950s. Color palette
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Danish Artist Otto Petersen, Mid-Century Modern Painting, 1960's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
and abstract figurative nude women sculpture, non objective painting. Influenced by Asger Jorn in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Richard Huntington 1970s Minimal Abstraction Large Mid Century Modern Painting
By Richard Huntington
Located in Buffalo, NY
A mid-century modern geometric abstract painting titled Beacon by American artist Richard
Category

1970s Minimalist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Mid-Century Modern Painting Acrylic on Paper Sailboat with Aqueduct
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Very colorful painting of a water landscape with small sailing boats and trees in the background
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Vintage 1950s French Paintings

Materials

Paper

Nude, 1972 Mid Century Modern Painting by Gerald Fairclough, Female Figure
By Gerald Fairclough
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Gerald Fairclough (American, Born 1946) Signed: Fairclough 1972 (Lower, Right) " Nude ", 1972 Oil on Canvas 24" x 20" Housed in a 2 1/4" Frame Overall Size: 28" x 24" Small r...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Lovers and Others (unique mid century modern painting) - double sided artwork
By Nahum Tschacbasov
Located in New York, NY
find for true art lovers - or, simply, for two lovers: two paintings for the price of one. It's
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Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Ink, Gouache

CADENCE OF SHADOWS RETRO MID CENTURY MODERN, Painting, Acrylic on Paper
By Rich Moyers
Located in Yardley, PA
" CADENCE OF SHADOWS " is an Original Acrylic Painting on Italian Fabriano Artistico Watercolor
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2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Mid Century Modern Painting by Par Lindblad Swedish Artist (1907-1981)
By Par Lindblad
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Mid Century Painting by Par Lindblad Swedish Artist (1907-1981) Pär Lindblad (1907-1981) was a
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vivid Red Mid Century Modern Painting Mixed Media on Canvas 40x60"
By Irena Orlov
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand painted with acrylic, 3D
Category

2010s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Mixed Media

Vintage Victorian Scenic Water Nautical Boating Boat Mid-Century Modern Painting
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Victorian scenic water nautical boating boat Mid-Century Modern signed floral pastel
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Vintage 1970s Early Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

1950s Abstract Oil Painting, Framed Mid Century Modern Painting Blue Black White
By Paul Kauver Smith
Located in Denver, CO
Original oil painting by mid-century modernist Paul K. Smith (1893-1977). Painted in a soft gray
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Abstract Mid Century Modern Painting Heavy Paper Unknown New York Artist 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern unframed Abstract painting Casein on Art Paper by New York Artist 1950s. Though
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Modern Painting, Goauche on Paper, Signed Jo Verbestel Dated 1968
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
portrait of a mythical figure / fantasy figure, in a somewhat psychedelic style. The painting is dated 1968
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Mountain View - Original Jonjo Elliott Pop Mid Century Modern Painting on Canvas
By Jonjo Elliott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and is constantly exploring where painting can take him and the viewer as a means of expression. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic

1950s, Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Paintings on Mural Triangular Glass Plates
By Paolo De Poli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
. They are very nice Mid-Century Modern wall decorations and in perfect conditions.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Glass

1953 Francis Jennings Mid Century Modern Painting "Fat Cat and Bird" Oil/ Board
Located in Miami, FL
. Although primarily known as sculptor, Jennings was equally comfortable painting murals and abstracts. His
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Paint

Large Mid Century Modern Painting of a Marilynesque Figure by the Pool 1963
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous, fantastic 1963 oil on canvas painting of a Marilynesque Figure by a pool. Colorful and
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Hardwood, Paint

Mid Century Modern Painting Hand Embellished Giclee on Canvas Colorful
By Irena Orlov
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vibrant Colorful Abstract-0-25-1,' an exquisite piece of Mid Century Modern Art by the renowned
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2010s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Digital, Inkjet, Giclée

Pair Mid Century Modern Paintings of New Orleans Oil on Board signed McBean 1960
Located in Miami, FL
Great Mid Century Modern Pair of oil paintings on board of New Orleans sights by McBean from 1960
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Haitian Scene #7 Mid Century modern painting by renowned artist, signed AA label
By Adolf Dehn
Located in New York, NY
definitive textbook of his era on watercolor painting) joined Associated American Artists gallery in 1941
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Gouache, Mixed Media

Sage Brown Mid Century Modern Painting Hand Embellished Giclee on Canvas
By Irena Orlov
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vibrant Colorful Abstract-0-60,' a masterpiece of Mid Century Modern Art by the renowned artist
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2010s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Digital, Inkjet, Giclée

Original Abstract Mid-Century Modern Painting by Jonas Gerard, 20th Century, USA
By Jonas Gerard 1
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful original Mid-Century Modern abstract painting by Jonas Gerard. Signed. About artist
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art

Light Blue Pink Mid Century Modern Painting Hand Embellished Giclee on Canvas
By Irena Orlov
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vibrant Colorful Abstract-0-74,' an exquisite piece of Mid Century Modern Art by the acclaimed
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2010s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Digital, Inkjet, Giclée

Mid-Century Modern Signed Painting of a Menorah
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-Century Modern Painting of a Menorah. Signed illegibly lower right corner. Nice earth tones to
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Floral Abstract Painting Signed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern painting features an abundance of flowers in a vase. The eloquent use
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Mid Century Franz Kline Painting, In the Style Of, Black & White Abstract
By Franz Kline
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Great Mid-Century Modern painting in the style of Franz Kline, acrylic on canvas, estate find.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Mid Century Franz Kline Painting, In The Style Of, Black & White Abstract
By Franz Kline
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool Mid Century Modern painting in the style of Franz Kline, acrylic on canvas, estate find.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Don Clausen C.1959
By Don Clausen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Don Clausen C.1959 Early abstract by Clausen Original oil
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

"Gossipers" Acrylic Painting by Andrei Hudiakoff "Husbands Friends and Politics"
By Marc Chagall, Wassily Kandinsky
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern painting by Andrei Hudiakoff.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Painting
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Abstract Mid-Century Modern Painting This Light and Dark Abstract Mid-Century artwork is a
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint, Acrylic

Vintage Modern Boat Painting on Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Framed Mid-Century Modern painting of a boat on glass, this art would make a great addition to any
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vintage Modern Boat Painting on Glass
Vintage Modern Boat Painting on Glass
H 22.5 in W 23.5 in D 1 in
Mid-Century Modern Signed Ballerina Canvas Original Impressionistic Painting
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
great addition to any Mid-Century Modern painting collection or eye-catching stand-alone accent work in
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid Century Modern Oil Painting Flower Still-Life Signed J.C. Pierre
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful and colorful mid century modern painting of a flower still life. The painting dates from
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Antique 1860s French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Pascal Cucaro Mid-Century Impressionist Painting of Figures
By Pascal Cucaro, 1915-2003
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-Century Modern painting of a busy impressionist scene with interesting colorful figures by
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Robert Tosa Mid Century Modern Abstract Portraits c.1952
Located in San Francisco, CA
Robert Tosa Mid Century Modern Abstract Portraits c.1952 Outstanding Mid Century Modern Painting
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Oil on Canvas Painting of Beach And Shoreline by C. Holginger
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
American Mid-Century Modern Painting by Cecile Holginger. The oil painting is illustrating a beach
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Vintage 1950s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Composition 1954
By Irene Zevon
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original mixed media mid century modern painting by American female artist Irene Zevon.
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1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Spray Paint, Wood Panel

Untitled mid century modern abstraction (de-accessioned from Oakland Museum, CA)
By Tom Holland
Located in New York, NY
TOM HOLLAND Untitled Mid Century Modern painting (Oakland Museum De-Accession), 1963 Oil on Canvas
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1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Mutual Admiration" Flower Mid-Century Modern Oil Painting Monterey Artist
Located in Soquel, CA
"Mutual Admiration" Flower Mid-Century Modern Oil Painting Monterey Artist Mid-Century Modern
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1960s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Illustration Board

Outliers
By Laurence Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
artist landscape mid century modern painting photo realism Julius Schulman
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2010s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Ink, Acrylic

Outliers
Outliers
H 43 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Infinity Pool, Dusk
By Laurence Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed by artist landscape mid century modern painting photo realism Julius Schulman
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2010s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Ink, Acrylic

Infinity Pool, Dusk
H 36 in W 47.5 in D 1.5 in
Vintage Mid-Century Large Snow Leopard Painting in Original Frame
Located in Wichita, KS
Large format Vintage Mid-Century Modern painting of a Snow Leopard. The painting maintains its
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Dorothy R. Gates "Talisman" Abstract Oil Painting
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-Century Modern painting dates to the 1970s and was painted by the American artist Dorothy Gates, of Coco
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Aqua Blue White and Green Nautical Harbor Painting
By Lee Reynolds
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern harbor painting signed, “LeMark.” The painting deviates from others of the
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Large Leonard Maurer Oil Painting
By Leonard Maurer
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large abstract Mid-Century Modern painting by Leonard Maurer (1912-1976). Title on reverse side is
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Large Leonard Maurer Oil Painting
Large Leonard Maurer Oil Painting
H 50.5 in W 32 in D 2.25 in
Desert Dayglow with Alstroemerias
By Laurence Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
landscape mid century modern painting photo realism Julius Schulman
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

Pool with Orange Float (Stahl Silhouette)
By Laurence Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
landscape mid century modern painting photo realism Julius Schulman
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

Pool with Orange Float
By Laurence Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mid century modern painting photo realism Julius Schulman
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

1950's Mid Century French Modernist Oil Painting Still Life Interior Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, mid 20th century Title: Interior scene French Modernist interior
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Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Joseph Barber "Wheatfield" Original Oil Painting c.1960
By Joseph Barber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large scale mid-century modern painting by listed American artist Joseph Barber (1915-1998) The
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Untitled
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid Century Modern painting was realized in the United States in 1972. Brimming
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Untitled
Untitled
H 28.5 in W 40.5 in D 1.75 in
Provencal Hilltop Village in Landscape Mid 20th Century French Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Provencal Landscape French School, mid 20th century oil on board, unframed board: 15 x 18
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Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Coastal Landscape - Large Mid Century Swedish Scandinavian Modernist Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful mid 20th century modernist Swedish oil on canvas depicting a figure in a coastal
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Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Find a variety of mid century modern paintings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, canvas and paint, all mid century modern paintings available were constructed with great care. We have 4040 antique and vintage mid century modern paintings in-stock, while there are 63 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid century modern paintings available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern mid century modern paintings are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made mid century modern paintings over the years, but those made by Albert Chubac, Itzchak Tarkay and Jacob Semiatin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Mid Century Modern Paintings?

Prices for mid century modern paintings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mid century modern paintings begin at $100 and can go as high as $1,400,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,800.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2021
    Most 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid 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, 2021
    Mid 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Mid-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, 2024
    There 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2024
    There 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some 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.