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Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Model Sz67, the Netherlands, 1964
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Metal frame and wenge arm rests. With new red upholstery.
In good condition.
Martin Visser
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser Round Dining Table in Wengé
By Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, dining table, wengé, stained wood, The Netherlands, 1960s
Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Wenge
Martin Visser wooden bench for Spectrum 1960
By Martin Visser
Located in Zandhoven, BE
Designed by Martin Visser in 1961 voor the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam. Made by 't Spectrum in The
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Martin Visser Modernist Chair SE20 Spectrum, 1988
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare modernist side chair designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by ’t Spectrum Bergeyk, 1988
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Martin Visser Modernist Table TE20 Spectrum, 1987
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare modernist table designed by Martin Visser and Joke van der Heyden, manufactured by ’t Spectrum
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'
By Martin Visser
Located in Oostende, BE
Martin Visser's iconic BR 02 sofa, for Spectrum. This Mid-Century Modern sleeper sofa has been
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Pair of Martin Visser Style Armchairs
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century pair of Martin Visser style armchairs. These chairs have original white skai seating
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Martin Visser
By Martin Visser
Located in Dallas, TX
A nicely patinated pair of leather lounge chairs designed by Martin Visser for t Spectrum.
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Martin Visser Twello Nesting Tables 't Spectrum, 1956
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare modernist nesting table set designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by 't Spectrum, Holland
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser SZ01 Lounge Chair 'T Spectrum, 1960
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Modernist lounge chair model SZ01 designed by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum, Holland, 1960. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Martin Visser Cleon Lounge Chairs 't Spectrum, 1964
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare pair of 'Cleon' lounge chairs designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by 't Spectrum
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Martin Visser Modernist Prototype Chair SE20 Spectrum, 1988
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare prototype side chair designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by ’t Spectrum Bergeyk 1988
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Martin Visser Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair
By Martin Visser
Located in Asheville, NC
Circa 1970s. Made in Netherlands, great vintage condition featuring upholstery in charcoal color.
Measures: 30.5”W x 29”H x 31”D x 24”, arm H x 17“Seat H x 20”seat D.
Settee al...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wicker
Martin Visser Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Coffee Table
By Martin Visser
Located in Asheville, NC
Mid Circa 1970s, mint vintage condition. Glass top included
Measures: 24”W x 23”d x 16”H.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Martin Visser Wengé Vintage Coffee Table, 1960s
By Martin Visser
Located in Hilversum, NL
A nice midcentury coffee table, with an elegant look and finished Wengé wood. Typical Japanese style. This piece is much more stunning in person and can be viewed in our showroom in ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Wenge
Martin Visser Style Modernist White Formica and Chrome Table
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chrome frame. Reminiscent of the designs Dutch mid-century designer Martin Visser. In original condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Martin Visser Daybed, Sofa BR O2 Dutch Design 1960s
By Martin Visser
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original upholstery BS O2 Sofa, daybed designed by Martin Visser, in the late 1950s, Dutch Design
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
“Bumper” Coffee Table by Martin Visser for Spectrum, Netherlands
By Martin Visser
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is a rare “Bumper” Table by Dutch designer Martin Visser, manufactured by ‘t Spectrum in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
Martin Visser SZ02 Easy Chairs Pair 't Spectrum, 1964
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare and amazing pair of easy chairs by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, Holland, 1964. These chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Martin Visser Style MOD Black and White Coffee Table
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1970's modernist black and white coffee table with a white laminate top and a black enameled architectural metal base. In original condition with visible wear, including scratching...
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Wenge Chairs by Martin Visser for Spectrum
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
seats, designed by Martin Visser for Spectrum. Chic and modern with a relaxed, 'lazy fancy' vibe
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wenge
Martin Visser SE06 Dining Chairs in Black Leather and Chrome
By Martin Visser
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
'SE06' style by Martin Visser.
Materials: Patinated black leather seat and backs with chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Post modern Martin Visser Wicker and chrome stool or side table
By Martin Visser
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Post modern Martin Visser Wicker and chrome side table or stool. Chrome and wicker in great
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
TE06 dining table by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum Netherlands 1970s
By Martin Visser
Located in Stavenisse, NL
Sober and minimalist Dutch design yet a very recognizable design by Martin Visser. Designed for t
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Steel, Metal
H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Minimalistic steel and Rattan Side Chair in the style of Martin Visser
By Martin Visser
Located in Berlin, DE
Super lightweight Minimalistic rectilinear steel and Rattan Side Chair in the manner of Martin
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 17.72 in
Martin Visser Style Pine Slat Bench or Coffee Table by Laboremus Viborg
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, reminiscent of the designs of Dutch designer Martin Visser. In original condition with visible wear consistent
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Pine
H 13.75 in W 59 in D 18.375 in
Dutch Martin Visser Osaka burgundy leather lounge chair by 't Spectrum, 1964
By Martin Visser
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Introducing the epitome of timeless elegance – the Vintage Martin Visser Leather Osaka Lounge Chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Martin Visser Style Chrome, Rattan and Terracotta Leather Lounge Chairs
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of Mid-Century, Martin Visser style woven rattan lounge chairs with lovely terracotta
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.5 in W 29.5 in D 33 in
Martin Visser Set of 4 'SE06' Chairs in Patinated Black Leather 1960
By Martin Visser
Located in Tilburg, NL
Martin Visser Set of 4 'SE06' Chairs in Patinated Black Leather. The Netherlands, 1970s.
Clean
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Martin Visser Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Two Seater Sofa
By Martin Visser
Located in Asheville, NC
Circa 1970s. Made in Netherlands, great vintage condition featuring new upholstery in charcoal color. Unique Chrome frame with rattan showing no breaks.
Measures: 56” W x 29” H x ...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Martin Visser coffee table model TZ 56 7K made by 't Spectrum
By Martin Visser
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Martin Visser coffee table model TZ 56 7K made by 't Spectrum
White Martin Visser coffee table
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Set of Two, Martin Visser Se06 Dining Chairs in Black Leather and Chrome
By Martin Visser
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
'SE06' style by Martin Visser.
Materials: Patinated black leather seat and backs with chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.5 in W 17.5 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Black Leather and Chrome Martin Visser Lounge Chairs, Model SZ02 1965
By Martin Visser
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair of Martin Visser lounge chairs in black leather
MFG: Spectrum, Holland 1965 / model SZ02
Category
20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30 in W 24 in D 26.5 in
Martin Visser BZ29 Sofa for 't Spectrum w/ Navy Fabric, Black Frame & Wood Arms
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek Martin Visser BZ29 sofa designed for 't Spectrum in 1960. Newly upholstered back and seat in
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 28.25 in W 64.25 in D 25 in
Martin Visser Bookcase 't Spectrum, Holland, 1965
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice modernist bookcase unit model WW72 designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by 't
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Beech
Gorgeous Martin Visser Style Large Floating Slate Top Coffee Table w Chrome Base
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large midcentury coffee table with thick chrome cube legs and handsome stone top. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use including some chippin...
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Slate, Chrome
H 13.625 in W 39.5 in D 39.5 in
Spectrum ‘SZ66’ lounge chair – Martin Visser
By 't Spectrum, Kvadrat, Martin Visser
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Lounge chair with model name SZ66 designed by Martin Visser for producer Spectrum in 1964, the
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wenge
1965, Martin Visser, Rare Double Glas Coffee Table Designed for SzZ01 Easy Chair
By Martin Visser
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This table is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
H 15.36 in W 33.86 in D 31.5 in
Martin Visser Wengé Rectangular Dining Table
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Antwerp, BE
Martin Visser for 't spectrum, dining table, in wengé and teak, the Netherlands, 1960s. Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Wenge
Cross Legged Dining Table by Martin Visser, 1970s
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
wooden cross legged base.
Beautiful timeless design.
Very good condition.
Designed by Martin
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Dining Room Tables
Materials
Ash
Pair of Martin Visser SZ48 Lounge Chairs
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare modernist armchairs designed in 1964 by Dutch designer Martin Visser for 't Spectrum.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Armchair in Black Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, lounge chair, model 'SZ 02', leather, brushed steel, The Netherlands
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Armchairs in Black Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, lounge chairs, model 'SZ 02', leather, brushed steel, The
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum SZ 67 Lounge Chair
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Norwalk, CT
Indulge in the enigmatic allure of the Martin Visser SZ 67 Lounge Chair, a true design classic
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Martin Visser BR03 Sofa Daybed For ‘T Spectrum, 1950s
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Early Edition of the iconic BR03 Sofa bed by Martin Visser for ‘T Spectrum, The Netherlands, 1956
Category
Vintage 1950s Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser Prototype SE20 Chair, 'T Spectrum, 1988
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very rare prototype of the SE20 chair, designed by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, the Netherlands
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint
Arm Chair Attributed to Martin Visser 't Spectrum, The Netherlands
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum
Located in Hellouw, NL
Minimalistic arm chair attributed to Martin Visser 't Spectrum, The Netherlands. The wooden frame
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Martin Visser Credenza KW80 for 't Spectrum, Netherlands, 1960s
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sideboard KW80 by Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Netherlands in the 1960s. This credenza is made out
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Pair Of Martin Visser SZ02 Lounge Chairs For ‘T Spectrum 1965
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice pair of SZ02 armchairs by Martin Visser for ‘T Spectrum, The Netherlands, 1965. These chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Sleeping Sofa by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum, 1960s
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Hilversum, NL
Sleeping sofa, designed by the famous Martin Visser in the 60’s. Fabricated by ‘t Spectrum, The
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Lounge Chair in The Style of Martin Visser, 1960s
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Modernist lounge chair produced in Holland during the 1960s. The design could be Martin Visser for
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
2012 Martin Visser for Spectrum SB07 Counter Height Stool in Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
available) SB07 counter stool, designed by Martin Visser and produced by Spectrum in The Netherlands. This
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Martin Visser Twello Nesting Tables for 'T Spectrum, 1956
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and rare set of nesting tables designed by Martin Visser for 't Spectrym Bergeyk, Holland
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser SZ04 Lounge Chairs Sofa 't Spectrum, 1964
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare set of 3 lounge chairs model SZ04 designed by Martin Visser and manufacturer by 't Spectrum
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Single Magistretti Style Pine Dining Chair by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Vico Magistretti style pine dining chair by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum with woven rush
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
H 29.5 in W 18.88 in D 19 in
Martin Visser set of 6 Dining Chairs SE05 for 't Spectrum, 1960
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice timeless design by Martin Visser .for 't Spectrum 1960s Brushed Aluminum frame ,comes
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Martin Visser Inspired Hexagon Pedestal Table with Walnut Top and Black Base
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin Visser inspired midcentury center or dining table with pedestal black enameled base and
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Metal
H 29.375 in W 56 in D 47.25 in
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Pair of Armchairs in Patinated Cognac Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Bergeijk, pair of lounge chairs model 'SZ 02', leather, brushed steel
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27.17 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Osaka SZ08 lounge chair by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Netherlands, 1969
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Osaka SZ08 black leather lounge chair by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Netherlands. It was designed
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 27.17 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Pair of 'SZ08' Lounge Chairs by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, 1960
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful pair of model ‘SZ08’ lounge chairs designed by Martin Visser in collaboration with Dick
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
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Visser Martin For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic visser martin available at 1stDibs. Each visser martin for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and fabric. There are 543 variations of the antique or vintage visser martin you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect visser martin — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each visser martin bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk and t'Spectrum each produced at least one beautiful visser martin that is worth considering.
How Much is a Visser Martin?
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A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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