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Chinoiserie Demilune Trash Can or Container
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic mid century trash can crafted in wood decorated with lithographic chinese characters against
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Baskets

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Hardwood

Industrial Brushed Gunmetal Steel Bullet Trash Can
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, midcentury, trash can features a gunmetal steel finish, bullet shaped exterior with
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel

Trash Can
Located in Lejre, DK
Waste bin in leather and brass. Great original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

Trash Can
Trash Can
H 11.82 in Dm 9.85 in
Thick Lucite Italian Magazine Rack Trash Can, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Thick Lucite Waste basket, trash can or magazine rack, Italy Circa 1960's.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Metal Hamper or Trash Can, Powder Coated Yellow
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern tall metal trash can or hamper. This piece has been freshly powder coated in
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Painted Furniture

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Metal

Terracotta Waste Basket Bin Trash Cans
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of French waste basket trash cans is made from terracotta and can be used in either an
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Decorative Baskets

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Terracotta

1950s Atomic Wire Mesh Trash Can Wastebasket Vintage Mid-Century Architect Era
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Hyattsville, MD
its strength. These attributes made it a favorite among 20th century builders, and the Mid-Century
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Metal

Black Metal Mesh Wire Wastebasket Trash Can
Located in New York, NY
A black wire metal mesh wastebasket trash can, circa late 20th century. In the Midcentury Modern
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Metal

Black Metal Mesh Wire Wastebasket Trash Can
Black Metal Mesh Wire Wastebasket Trash Can
H 12 in W 11.75 in D 11.75 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Beni Mobler Denmark Teak Waste Basket or Trash Can
By Beni Møbler 1
Located in St. Louis, MO
Danish modern teak bent plywood waste basket or trash can with and what looks like Rosewood
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Teak

Xavier FEAL Stainless Steel Trash Can, 1970
By Xavier-Feal
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Mid-century paper bin by Xavier FEAL, France, ca.1970. Brushed stainless steel paper bin. Pinched
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Xavier FEAL Stainless Steel Trash Can, 1970
Xavier FEAL Stainless Steel Trash Can, 1970
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 9.26 in
Italian copper and bamboo trash can, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century copper and bamboo trash can Timeless piece, in the manner of Gabrielle Crespi 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo

Italian copper and bamboo trash can, 1960s
Italian copper and bamboo trash can, 1960s
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H 11.82 in Dm 11.82 in
Rare Eiffel Tower Trash Can, circa 1960
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Rare bin from the square in front of the Eiffel Tower. This real eye-catcher made of high-quality materials such as metal and brass top with the Eiffel tower logo. This bin is one...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Metal, Brass

Rare Eiffel Tower Trash Can, circa 1960
Rare Eiffel Tower Trash Can, circa 1960
H 23.63 in W 16.54 in D 9.85 in
After Picasso Ceramic Magazine Holder, Planter, Trash Can
Located in Ferndale, MI
Hand signed studio constructed slab pottery after Picasso as a magazine holder, planter, or trash
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Vintage Woven Brass Trash Can with Liner
Located in Cordova, SC
Brass waste can with decorative ring handles and a removable liner in a Mid-Century Modern Regency
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Decorative Baskets

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Brass

Italian Florentine Gold and Cream Wastebasket Trash Can
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
trash can Made in Italy. Perfect to be used formally or informally in a bathroom, powder room, vanity
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Giltwood, Wood

White Acrylic with Clear Lucite Base Trash Can
Located in Ferndale, MI
Opaque sided Lucite trash can on clear base.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jar...

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Acrylic, Lucite

Plastic Trash can by Makio Hasuike for Gedy
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This item is a fantastic icon from the chic 1970s plastic fashion. It has been done in Italy, by Makio Hasuike for Gedy.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Plastic

Brass "Shopping Bag" Magazine Holder / Trash Can, circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brass "Shopping Bag" Magazine Holder or Trash Can with brass rope handles and creased sides Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Brass "Shopping Bag" Magazine Holder / Trash Can, Italy, c. 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brass "Shopping Bag" Magazine Holder or Trash Can Italy, circa 1960 Gio Ponti style original
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mr Pickwick & His Friends Tole Bucket or Trash Can
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian, early to mid 20th century. A vintage yellow tole bucket or trash can adorned with paper
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Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Baskets

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Tin

Perforated Metal Office Wastebaskets Trash Cans Italy Memphis Sottsass Ferrari
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Iconic late 20th century design, circa 1980s, black. 18 inches, and 11.75 inches in heights with
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

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Metal

Italian Brass Magazine Holder Rack or Wastebasket Trash Can Tote Bag Design
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
late-20th century, 1970s, Italy. This iconic 'tote bag' piece is solid lacquered brass (no polishing
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Baskets

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Brass

1950 Post Office Wastebasket Iron Seymour Robins Sondra Kay Trash Can
By Seymour Robins
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Brown burlap bag with black atomic frame, cabin modern rustic vibe.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Iron

1980s White Perforated Metal Office Wastebasket Trash Can Italy Memphis Sottsass
By Rexite
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Memphis style wastebasket, light use. A bit more uncommon of a color, Made in Italy.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

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Metal

Einar Barnes for P.S. Heggen Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Trash Can Wastebasket
By P.S. Heggen, Einar Barnes
Located in Ferndale, MI
Beautifully grained rosewood trash can. Designed in Norway by Einar Barnes for P.S. Hegen.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Wood

1960's, Beni Mobler Danish Modern Rosewood Waste Basket Trash Can Denmark
By Bent Silberg Mobler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful rosewood waste basket/trash can made by Beni Mobler and dates from the 1960's. Made in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Decorative Baskets

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Rosewood

Theo Niermeijer Abstract Modern Trash Sculpture, 1970
By Theo Niermeijer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice iron sculpture designed by Theo Niermeijer (1940-2005) Amsterdam, 1970. This large and heavy sculpture is made of oxidized metal, smashed and bent into this abstract modern...
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Mid-Century 1950s Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Italian Umbrella Stand
By Li Puma Firenze
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning and vintage Hollywood Regency style trash can / bin / umbrella stand made in Italy, circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

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Metal

2 French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands or Waste Baskets by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
2 French Mid-Century Modern brass and steel umbrella stands, waste baskets / trash cans. The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bowls and Baskets

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Brass, Steel

2 French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands or Waste baskets by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
2 French Mid-Century Modern brass and steel umbrella stands, waste baskets / trash cans. The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bowls and Baskets

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Brass, Steel

Solid Brass Pale Bucket with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the garden or local mart or be used as a trash bin in the office or den.. a multi-useful piece works
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Brass

Italian 1960's Hamper and Waste Bin Bathroom Set in Thick Lucite
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Amazing Oval Mid-Century Modern Set of Hamper and Trash Can, Italy. This Italian 1960's bathroom
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

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Brass, Chrome

French Umbrella Holder Stand or Wastebasket with Globe Map of Afrique or Africa
Located in New York, NY
. Tri-pod ball feet base. Piece can also double as a wastebasket/trash can. Dimensions: 9.25" D x
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Mid-20th Century French Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Pilastro Red Enameled Metal Triangle Bin with Black Frame
By Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch, Mid-Century, red enameled metal triangle bin with black frame by Dutch post-war furniture
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Arthur Umanoff Round Spindle Walnut Waste Basket, Circa 1960
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Bainbridge, NY
American Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Walnut Spindle Paper Can, Trash Basket. Circular Walnut
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Metal

1950s Vintage Danish style Craftsman Teak Pedestal Table Base Basket
By Illum Bolighus, Finn Juhl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Unknown designer/maker. An interesting well-made form. A Mid-Century Era Pedestal, Stand, Trash
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

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Teak

Vintage Faux Oak Paper Waste Basket from Ira, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare oval trash can for paper/desk litter. Its made from Tin-plate covered by a faux oak foil
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

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Metal

1989, Cortesi e Scansetti for Cartel, Plastic Wastepaper Bin in a Conical Shape
By Angelo Cortesi and Sergio Chiappa-Gatto
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Elegant trash can. Has traces of wear like some scratches (see picture #9 and inside the black ring) and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

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Plastic

'Cammei Marbalia' Umbrella Stand by Piero Fornasetti, circa 1970s Italy, Signed
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
umbrella holder would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

'Cammei Marbalia' Round Mirror by Piero Fornasetti, circa 1970s, Signed
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mirror by Piero Fornasetti would work excellent in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

'Greca' Greek Key Round Mirror by Piero Fornasetti, Signed, circa 1970s
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Thick Lucite Italian Magazine Rack with Lion Head and Gilt Metal Thread, Italy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian Mid-Century Modern thick lucite magazine rack or trash can, with lion head and gilt metal
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Industrial Aluminum Barrel Umbrella Stand, Powder Coated in Bright Blue
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Industrial era aluminum barrel. This barrel or vessel has been freshly powder
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Umbrella Stands

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Aluminum

Eugenio Quarti desk, Chair and Trah in Style Liberty or Art Nouveau, Jugestails
By Eugenio Quarti
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Dansk Staved Teak Wastepaper Basket, Small Side Table or Trash Can
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Raleigh, NC
Staved teak waste paper basket designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Made in Denmark, circa 1958. In a period newspaper article, it was noted that this 'teak stool can double up as ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Teak

Vintage Red Kartell Standing Ashtray and Waste Basket
By Kartell, Gino Colombini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage red acrylic trash can or umbrella stand with a simple cylindrical form designed by Gino
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Plastic

Vintage Italian Magazine Holder or Waste Basket in the Form of a Shopping Bag
Located in New York, NY
Stylish painted metal magazine holder or trash can designed as a shopping bag. A fine example from
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Magazine Racks and Stands

Rope and Wood Waste Basket, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Trash can from the 1950s. Constructed with rope and combed plywood.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Rope, Plywood

Rope and Wood Waste Basket, 1950s
Rope and Wood Waste Basket, 1950s
H 16 in W 12 in D 12 in
Modernist Wastebasket, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Bauhaus and/or Eames influenced trash can from the 1950s. Constructed with rope and masonite.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Rope, Masonite

Modernist Wastebasket, 1950s
Modernist Wastebasket, 1950s
H 10 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Mid Century Swedish Teak Waste Basket Trash Can
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage mid century modern teak waste basket made in Sweden. Multiple examples are available.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Home Accents

Materials

Teak

Vintage Mid Century Walnut Waste Basket Trash Can
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage mid century modern waste basket featuring solid walnut construction with beautiful
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Vintage 1940s American Home Accents

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Walnut

Mid Century Walnut Nucraft Executive Waste Basket Garbage Can Trash Bin
Located in Dayton, OH
Large mid century modern executive desk walnut waste basket or wood trash can with square tapered
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Walnut

Flintstones Metal Trash Can
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Flintstones Metal Trash Can. In very clean original condition! Colors bright with minimal wear to
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Flintstones Metal Trash Can
Flintstones Metal Trash Can
H 13 in W 10.75 in D 7.5 in
1950's Press to Open Metal Trash Can Mid Century Modern
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid century modern metal trash can
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Rare Alvin Lustig Suspended Walnut Iron Trash Can Wastebasket
By Alvin Lustig
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous pair of suspended walnut trash cans, on iron frames, by Alvin
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Wire Trash Can by Norwich Wire Works
By Norwich Wire Works
Located in New York, NY
Nice vintage woven wire trash can by Norwich Wire Works.
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Architectural Elements

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Iron, Zinc

Wire Trash Can by Norwich Wire Works
Wire Trash Can by Norwich Wire Works
H 30.5 in Dm 18.25 in L 30.5 in
7-Up Wet & Wild Trash Can Pop Art Soda Can Metal Garbage
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For fun: Vintage 7up wet & wild trash can 1970s metal soda collectible advertisement garbage can 7
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Walnut Two-Tone Waste Basket Trash Can
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage mid century modern waste basket with a solid walnut frame and nicely figured walnut side
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Vintage 1950s American Home Accents

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Walnut

Walnut Two-Tone Waste Basket Trash Can
Walnut Two-Tone Waste Basket Trash Can
H 14.5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Green Tole Metal Trash Can Wastebasket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency green tole metal trash can wastebasket. Item features tole metal
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Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Baskets

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Metal

Large Fiberglass Elephant Head, Carnival Trash Can Lid / Cover Venice Calif
By Arcade International, Architectural Fiberglass
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large Whimsical Fiberglass Elephant head, carnival trash can lid / cover, manufactured by the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carnival Art

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Fiberglass

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Mid Century Trash Can For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century trash can available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, steel and brass, every mid century trash can was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century trash can — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century trash can, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century trash can over the years, but those crafted by Fornasetti, Maurice Duchin and Norwich Wire Works are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Mid Century Trash Can?

Prices for a mid century trash can start at $280 and top out at $4,420 with the average selling for $750.
Questions About Mid Century Trash Can
  • 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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.
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