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Vintage Mid Century Silver Plate Ice Bucket
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Mid Century Silver Plate Ice Bucket. In good vintage condition with some wear to the silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Mid Century Silver Plate Ice Bucket
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage Mid Century Silver Plate Ice Bucket. In good vintage condition with some minor blemishes
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid Century Silver Tumblers - Set of 6
Located in Vallejo, CA
A beautiful set of 6 mid century silver fade tumblers. Each glass has a deep metallic silver finish
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

French Mid-Century Silver Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A French mid-century silver plated chandelier comprising six arms with a spherical central stem.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Silvered King Size Canopy Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid century silvered canopy king size bed with an upholstered headboard and stainless steel and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed...

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Mid Century Silvered King Size Canopy Bed
Mid Century Silvered King Size Canopy Bed
H 92.13 in W 82.25 in D 88 in
Midcentury Silver Leaf Faux Bamboo Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
Midcentury silver leaf faux bamboo bench. Metal bench with silver leaf and removable tufted cushion.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Benches

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Midcentury Silver Leaf Faux Bamboo Bench
Midcentury Silver Leaf Faux Bamboo Bench
H 19 in W 59.25 in D 17.25 in
Mid-Century Silver Gilt Hollywood Regency Style Mirror
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Silver Gilt Hollywood Regency Style Mirror In very good original condition, Ready
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mid-Century Silver Casket, Cigarette Case, or Jewelry Box, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique mid-century silver casket, cigarette case, or jewelry box. Very good original vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Silver Pendant Lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Mid-century silver pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. Italian industrial production. Very
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Silver Fade Roly Poly Cocktail Glasses - Set of 6
Located in Vallejo, CA
A beautiful set of 6 mid century silver fade roly poly cocktail glasses. Each glass decorated with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Mid-century silver pendant lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Mid-century silver pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. Italian industrial production. Very
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair Of English Midcentury Silver Hanging Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of English mid-century silver plated hanging lights of trumpet form. These take large
Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Mid Century Silver Leaf Table Lamps
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid Century Silver Leaf Table Lamps, A Pair Fantastic pair of carved wood, silver gilded, urn
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Silver and Silver-Gilt Animalier Sculpture
Located in London, GB
Mid-century silver and silver-gilt animalier sculpture. Italian, c. 1970s Dimensions: Height 33cm
Category

20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver

Pair of Mid-Century Silver Metal Turned Design Floor Torchiere/Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century silver metal floor torchiere/candleholders with circular bases and a turned
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco / Mid-century Silvered Bronze Bust Sculpture - France 1930´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / Midcentury Silvered Bronze Bust - France 1930´s. Silvered Bronze Head mounted over Onyx
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Busts

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Set of 12 Mid-Century Silver Underplates
Located in London, GB
Set of 12 sterling silver underplates or dinner plates with a simple and stylish applied gadroon
Category

Mid-20th Century German Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Massive Pair of Mid Century Silvered Bronze & Enameled Tang Style Horses
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive Pair of Mid Century Silvered Bronze & Enameled Tang Style Horses, Style of Tony Duquette
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Set six mid-century silver & gilt Champagne flutes
By Stuart Devlin
Located in London, GB
Set stylish mid-century Champagne flutes with tapering cone-shaped stems and circular bases
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Silver Plated Ice Bucket by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Miami, FL
French Christofle Silver Plated Windsor Ice bucket. Designed by Lino Sabattini. Circa 1961
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-century Silver and Enameled Box Spain 1960
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful midcentury enameled silver decorative box, Spain, 1960.
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Vintage Midcentury Silver Plated Ice Bucket
By Christian Dior, Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful clean lined silver plated ice bucket. This piece is late 1950s and stands the test of
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Midcentury Silver Plated Pocket Emptier
By Ottaviani
Located in Weesp, NL
Stylish Italian 1960s silver plated so-called "Svuota Taschi" pocket emptier made by Ottaviani
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Midcentury Silver & Glass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A French mid-century chandelier of interesting design in silvered metal with good quality glass
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Midcentury Silver Plated Two-Light Wall Sconces with Foliage
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English vintage silver plated wall sconces from the mid 20th century, with two lights and
Category

Mid-20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid Century silver plated leaf bowl by Christofle, France
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Elegant leaf shaped silver plated bowl by Christofle from their Gallia Collection. Signed on the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Mid-Century Silver Cigarette Box
Located in New York, NY
English Mid-Century (1940s) sterling silver rectangular (cigarette) box with fluted etched design
Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid Century silver plated tray designed by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Stylish silver plated drinks tray designed by Gio ponti for Cleto Munari. Stamped to base. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

1960 Mid Century Silver Plated Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian silver plated vase made in Italy 1960s.     
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Silver Plate

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Cocktail Barware Glasses and Pitcher
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
piece. Set of 5 Mid-Century Modern Dorothy Thorpe clear with silver overlay band "Tom Collins" / high
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Silver Plate Bowl with Toucans by Los Castillo
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout Mid-Century Modern bowl hand crafted with silver plate on hammered copper in a ten bulb
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Mid-Century Silver Plate Articulated Iguana Bottle Opener Marked Castillo
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Hard to find articulated silver plate iguana-form bottle opener with tooled hexagonal scale pattern
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Dorothy Thorpe Style Mid-Century Silver Fade Barware Shot Glasses
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
includes 6 shot glasses. 1960s Mid-Century Modern cocktail barware set. Silver fade. Measurements: Hot
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Michael Winter - Mid Century Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers - London 1979
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1979 by Michael Winter, this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper
Category

Vintage 1970s English Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Superb Pair Mappin & Webb Mid Century Silver Mounted Glass Spirit Decanters
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
A high-quality pair of cut glass decanters with sterling silver mounted collars. This stylish pair
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Silver Plate and Red Leather Coasters Set, Italy 1960s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Mid-Century modernist barware set of eight coasters was crafted in Italy in the 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Pair of Mid-Century Silvered Metal Pheasants
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Mid-Century male and female pheasants composed of handcrafted silvered metal, featuring
Category

20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Los Castillo Mid Century Silver Plate Ice Bucket with Lizard Handles
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout vintage ice bucket handcrafted in hammered copper under silver plate in modern form
Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Mid-Century Silver Plate Handkerchief Wine Cooler Champagne Bottle Ice Bucket
By Atelier Moderne d’Orfèvrerie.
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stylish mid-century-modernist silver plate wine cooler or champagne ice bucket was crafted in
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Mid-Century Silver Plated Figural Wine Bottle Wagon or Coaster Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated figural wagon was made in England in circa 1965 in the style of a much earlier
Category

Mid-20th Century English Late Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Brass

Italian Midcentury Silver Plated Menu Cocktail Shaker by Fornari
Located in Roma, IT
"Fornari". The "Fornari" family was a point of reference in Rome for the purchase of Silver and Silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Fade Cocktail Barware Glasses and Ice Bucket
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
glassware was a chic staple of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive Roly Poly silver
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Hans Bunde Carl M Cohr Danish Mid-Century Silver Plated Coffee Set
By Hans Bunde
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish quality Danish mid-century electroplated nickel silver three piece coffee set with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Midcentury Silver Cookie Jar, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian round cookie jar made in Italy 1960s in brass and silver. As you can see from
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Silvered Metal Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Charming Italian Mid-century Table Lamp. This Table Lamp was designed and manufactured in Italy
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Silver Plate Pedestaled Wine / Champagne Bucket W/Galleried Rim
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage silver plate champagne bucket / wine cooler raised on a stepped circular foot and with knob
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver Plate

Dorothy Thorpe Mid-Century Silver Band Roly Poly Glasses and Cocktail Punch Bowl
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive Roly Poly silver-banded tumblers. Although
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Los Castillo Style Near Pair of Mid Century Silver Plate Pitchers with Parrots
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout near pair of pitchers hand crafted in hammered copper under silver plate in modern form
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage Mid Century Silver Fade Aperitif Glasses, Set of 5, Dorothy Thorpe Style
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 5 MCM silver fade aperitif or cordial glasses, perfect for sherry or any after-dinner drink
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Silver, Black and Crystal Atr. to Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Canton, MA
Mid-Century Modern chandelier. Aged silverplate with long hanging beaded crystals and dramatic
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver

Midcentury Silver Plated Cocktail Set with Tray, Glasses & Shaker Pitcher
By Bernard Rice's Sons
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1965 and done in their Patricia pattern. The set is composed of silver plate and consists of eight
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-Century Silvered Bronze Lily Leaf by Chrystaine Charles
By Maison Charles, Chrystiane Charles
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Silvered bronze Lily leaf by Chrystaine Charles signed, paper Charles Bronze D’Art label. By
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Italian Mid Century Silver Plated Bronze Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous heavy bronze table lamp of impostant form. Completely silver plated and very shiny, with
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Large Mid Century Silver Crackle Vase by Royal Haeger
By Royal Haeger
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage mid century blue & white crackle long stem fower vase with silver overall veins by Royal
Category

Vintage 1950s Vases

Materials

Ceramic

St Hilaire Paris Mid-Century Silver Plated Mounted Crystal Vase
By Saint Hilaire 1
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish quality French mid-century crystal glass vase mounted in a silver plated frame by
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Mid Century Silver Candleholders by BMF Nagel Quist, Germany
By Fritz Nagel, Bmf Nagel
Located in Detroit, MI
These iconic vintage mid century modern candleholders were designed by Fritz Nagel and Caesar
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Silver Metal Casket, Cigarette Case, or Jewelry Box, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique midcentury metal silver casket, cigarette case, or jewelry box. Very good original vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Dorothy Thorpe Style Midcentury Silver Fade Cocktail Glasses Barware Set of 8
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar, particularly her festive Roly Poly silver-banded tumblers
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Pair of American Mid-Century Silver Plate Urn Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century Modern silver-plate urn form lamps with handles on a square base
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Swedish Mid-Century Silver Candlesticks, Jarl Ölveborn, 1972
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant silver candlesticks by Jarl Ölveborn, in a sleek modernist design. Hand hammered
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

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Mid Century Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of mid century silver on 1stDibs. A piece of mid century silver — often made from metal, ceramic and silver — can elevate any home. Find 24378 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of mid century silver now, or shop our selection of 232 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of mid century silver you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of mid century silver is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of mid century silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georg Jensen, Fornasetti and Carl Auböck produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Silver?

Prices for a piece of mid century silver can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $1,348,060, while the average can fetch as much as $874.
Questions About Mid Century Silver
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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 ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    To 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.
  • 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 13, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    Mid-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, 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A 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.
  • 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 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
    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. 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, 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.

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Smoking might have fallen out of fashion, but these ashtrays have enduring design appeal.