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Pair of Elegant Gilt Plaster Mid Century Lamps
By James Mont
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of elegant gilt plaster mid century lamps, American, circa 1960s. They retain their warm
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid Century Cast Bronze Styled Male Bust
By Bronze Age Sculpture House
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted cast plaster mid century male head with a bronze styled toned rub which looks
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid Century Cast Bronze Styled Male Bust
Mid Century Cast Bronze Styled Male Bust
H 17.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.25 in
Mid Century Plaster Bust
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Spectacular life size bust of a male. Great deep details and expression. Sit on a wood plinth base.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid Century Plaster Bust
Mid Century Plaster Bust
H 18 in W 6 in D 11.5 in
Mid-Century Plaster Lamp
Located in Water Mill, NY
Mid-Century plaster lamp with flowers and scrolls on round base.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Plaster Lamp
Mid-Century Plaster Lamp
H 29 in W 7 in D 4 in
Large Mid-Century Plaster Hanging
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Large Mid-Century plaster casting. From the Glyptotheken museum in Copenhagen. Please note, the
Category

20th Century Danish Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Large Mid-Century Plaster Hanging
Large Mid-Century Plaster Hanging
H 30.71 in W 58.27 in D 5.12 in
Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Great mid century piece from the estate of modern architect John Mooney, NY. Pencil signed. Appears
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust
Mid 20th Century Plaster Bust
H 17.5 in W 7 in D 11 in
Mid-20th Century Plaster Montserrat Virgin Statue
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-20th Century traditional Spanish 'Montserrat' virgin statue made of plaster. Made in
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Mid-20th Century Plaster Montserrat Virgin Statue
Mid-20th Century Plaster Montserrat Virgin Statue
No Reserve
H 4.73 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in
Mid-Century Plaster Egyptian Relief
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century molded plaster Egyptian Relief in wooden frame.
Category

20th Century Unknown Egyptian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Plaster Egyptian Relief
Mid-Century Plaster Egyptian Relief
H 36.88 in W 30.38 in D 1.13 in
Mid-20th Century Crouching Plaster Panther
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-20th Century plaster crouching panther that was likely a table base, now a very cool piece of
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely plaster lamp with a rough texture 'lava' finish, on new black wood base. Shade not
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Lamp
Mid-Century Modern Plaster Lamp
H 35 in W 9 in D 9 in
Mid-Century White Plaster Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian white plaster table lamp with ebonized base. Measurements: Height of
Category

Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Mid Century Sculptural Plaster Table Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Special, unusual sculptural and geometric plaster table lamp. Re-wire for USA with UL approved
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Mid Century Italian Gilt Plaster Roses Wall Brackets Shelves
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of vintage Mid-Century Italian gilt plaster wall brackets shelves. They are decorated
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Brackets

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster and Metalwork Brutalist Wall Art
Located in Milford, NH
This Mid-Century Modern wall art is composed of plaster on wood, with welded square nails depicting
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Italian Plaster Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's French stylized foliage motif plaster table lamp plaster table lamp. Measurements
Category

Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Bullet Shaped Plaster Lamp
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A Mid-Century Modern bullet shaped plaster lamp, in a polychrome geometrical incised pattern
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid-century vintage plaster figural wall sculpture
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage plaster figural wall sculpture. This wall sculpture is made of
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Classical Roman Mounted Objects

Materials

Plaster

Mid Century Bronze Styled Cast Plaster Male Mask
By California Art Bronze Foundry, LA
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A plaster cast mask with great strong details of a male face with a pottery styled glaze in the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Mid Century Italian Gilt & Silvered Plaster Shell Wall Brackets Shelves
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of vintage Mid-Century Italian gilded plaster wall brackets or shelves with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Brackets

Materials

Plaster

Italian Plaster Relief in Roman Figure Motif from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian plaster wall sculpture relief plaque, in Roman figure theme, from the mid-20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Geometric Plaster Glazed Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern geometric plaster table lamp with ribbed or pleated detailing. This sculptural
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Bronze Modernist Plaster Sculpture, Probably France, Mid-20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Bronzed modernist plaster sculpture of a rider with a horse, probably France mid-20th century. The
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Plaster Brackets, Dorothy Draper Style
Located in Riverdale, NY
Pair of Elegant Mid Century Hollywood Regency Plaster Brackets in the Dorothy Draper style from the
Category

Vintage 1940s American Baroque Wall Brackets

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Table Lamps - Set of 2
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern Plaster Table Lamps. Featuring a brass base, brass
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th Century Vintage Plaster Block Style Square Coffee Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
. Fabulous transitional piece to elevate any salon. Similar to the Dickinson style plaster work of the mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid-Century Artist Plaster Sculpture Hand Patinated Bronze
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Hand-formed sculpture made of plaster of paris with patinated bronze on a wooden base. The plaster
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Sirmos American Mid-Century White Plaster and Glass Faux Bois Stone Coffee Table
By Sirmos
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century cocktail / coffee table with a rectangular glass top supported by a white
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Plaster

Mid-20th Century Stylized Plaster Sculpture of Madonna and Child
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-20th century stylized plaster buste of Madonna and Child. Measures: Height 34 cm.
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid-20th Century Stylized Plaster Sculpture of Madonna and Child
Mid-20th Century Stylized Plaster Sculpture of Madonna and Child
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H 13.39 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in
French Mid-19th Century Plaster Bust of a Young Lady
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant French mid-19th century plaster bust of a young lady, signed Albert-Ernest Carrier
Category

Antique 19th Century French Busts

Materials

Plaster

Serge Roche Pair of Gilt Plaster Columns, Mid-Century Modern
By Serge Roche
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Serge Roche pair of gilt plaster columns. The foliage and reed inspired coiled movement of the
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Plaster

Mid-20th Century French Framed Abstract Plaster/Silver Leaf Sculpture #1
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-20th Century French Framed Abstract Plaster/Silver Leaf Sculpture This three-dimensional
Category

Mid-20th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Silver Leaf

Mid-20th Century French Framed Abstract Plaster/Silver Leaf Sculpture #2
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-20th Century French Framed Abstract Plaster/Silver Leaf Sculpture This three-dimensional
Category

Mid-20th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Gilt Plaster Floor Lamp by Mario Porcu
By Mario Porcu
Located in London, GB
Unusual figurative floor lamp by Mario Porcu. This plaster lamp has glazed and gilded sections
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Plaster Shell
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage plaster shell with old patina and wear.
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Plaster Shell
Plaster Shell
H 16 in W 34 in D 16 in
Pair 1950s Large Plaster Harlequin Lamps, Classic Mid-Century Modern
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding matched pair of Large 1950s Plaster Harlequin table lamps, Classic Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Mid Century Plaster Sculpture Of Ballet Dancer, Jihokera, Czechoslovakia 1960s
By Jihokera
Located in Zohor, SK
plaster with glaze finish. The statue shows most beautiful details on the figurine. Such as the face
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Planter in the Style of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant portrait of a Conch Shell as a planter rendered in plaster. A likeness to the
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Plaster Bust/Sculpture of Ludwig Van Beethoven, circa 1950
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Portugal Made of Plaster Measure: Height 20cm Original condition.    
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Two French Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern Plaster Chandeliers, 1930
By Serge Roche, Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
2 Elegant, sober and timeless French 1930 Art Deco / midcentury modern plaster fixtures / pendants
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plaster

Pair of French Mid-Century Plaster Bow Shaped Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century (1940s) beige plaster wall sconces in the form of a bowknot in front of
Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Glazed Plaster Driftwood Lamps - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic pair of MCM table lamps. A chic period design of driftwood in a glazed ceramic. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Driftwood, Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Handmade White & Gold Finish Plaster Giraffe Animal Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Sculpture. Handmade in the 1980 and origin is America. This is a beautiful piece of Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gesso, Plaster, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Era Large Cast Plaster Seated Black Panther Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial cast plaster sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

2 French Mid-Century 30's Style Suspended Plaster Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of dramatic French MId-Century / Late Art Deco Style Plaster flush mount fixtures or pendants
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plaster

1970 Mid-Century Modern Geometric Textured Iconic Sculptural Plaster Lamp Sirmos
By Sirmos
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Sirmos attributed tall floor lamp in geometric textured rectangle Plaster Core
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Plaster Panel
Located in New York, NY
One of two in our inventory, this decorative plaster relief depicts a mythological scene. Hung on a
Category

20th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Plaster

Neoclassical Plaster Panel
Neoclassical Plaster Panel
H 27 in W 57 in D 4 in
Mid-Century Large Hand-Crafted Plaster Sculpture of a Bull, Portuguese
Located in London, GB
The bull is rendered in lifelike proportions, its muscular form exuding a sense of dynamic energy and vigour. The sculpture has a palpable sense of vitality and movement. Size: H87...
Category

Vintage 1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Paint

2 French Mid-Century Modern Suspended Plaster Chandeliers by Arlus, 1930
By Arlus
Located in New York, NY
Two suspended plaster disc chandeliers / pendants / flush mount fixtures by Arlus embracing French
Category

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

Materials

Rope, Plaster

Neoclassical Plaster Panel
Located in New York, NY
One of two in our inventory, this decorative plaster relief depicts a mythological scene. Hung on a
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Art

Materials

Plaster

Neoclassical Plaster Panel
Neoclassical Plaster Panel
H 29.5 in W 56 in D 4 in
Two Very Long French Mid-Century Modern Plaster Wall Sconces by Arlus
By Arlus
Located in New York, NY
Two 45" long French Mid-Century Modern plaster wall lights by Arlus in the form of a half moon disc
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Plaster

4 French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Plaster Sconces Attr. Vadim Androusov
By Vadim Androusov
Located in New York, NY
Four plaster sconces in the modern neoclassical spirit attributed to Andre Arbus's collaborator
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Plaster

Beautiful Mid Century Boy Head Bust Plaster on Wooden Base German Vintage, 1959
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful mid century modern white plaster boys head bust. Bust with lots of patina. Plaster on a
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Mid-Century Organic Modern Plaster Rock and Glass Round Side Table by Sirmos
By Sirmos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural faux rock formation table made by Sirmos in the 1970s. It features a plaster molded
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Plaster

Mid-Century Large Scale Italian Regency Style Cast Plaster & Gesso Gilt Sconce
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century large scale regency style Italian fruit and floral gold leafed sconce. It is
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Danish Mid-Century Modern Plaster bust of a Polynesian beauty by Edith Pedersen
Located in Berlin, DE
Danish Mid-Century Modern Plaster bust of a Polynesian beauty by Edith Pedersen This bust was made
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Jesus, Mary & Joseph in Mid Century Modern Sculptural Fiberglass & Plaster C1955
By Holy Frères
Located in Port Jervis, NY
. Molded Fiberglass with a coat of plaster over and then painted. Detailed shrouded clothing with lifelike
Category

Vintage 1950s American Classical Roman Statues

Materials

Fiberglass, Plaster, Paint

Mid Century Modern Reglor of California Plaster Table Lamp Gaucho Girl 1950s.
By Reglor Of California
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful Mid Century Reglor Plaster Lamp depicts an Argentinan Gaucho Girl with her bandana around her neck and her bolos (weapon) hanging from her side. Color palette black, c...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Modern Plaster Black Panther Cat Table Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of Mid-Century Modern plaster panther table lamps. These have been newly wired with 3
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Rock and Glass Square Side Table Table by Sirmos
By Sirmos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural faux rock formation table made by Sirmos in the 1970s. It features a plaster molded
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Iconic Sculptural Textured White Plaster Table Lamp on Lucite
By Sirmos
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern table lamp with Harp & Finial. Plaster undertone with textured finish in a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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Plaster Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the plaster mid century you’re looking for. Frequently made of plaster, wood and metal, every plaster mid century was constructed with great care. There are 974 variations of the antique or vintage plaster mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 45 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect plaster mid century — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right plaster mid century, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Sirmos Company, Frederick Weinberg and Austin Productions each produced at least one beautiful plaster mid century that is worth considering.

How Much is a Plaster Mid Century?

A plaster mid century can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,990, while the lowest priced sells for $135 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.
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  • 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
    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 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
    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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
  • 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.