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Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970
By Arcosanti, Paolo Soleri
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970. Beautiful early bronze wind bell with original kite and great patina. Makers mark on edge of bell. Heavy, weighs approximate 10 lbs....
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

  • Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970
  • Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970
  • Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970
  • Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970

Cast Bronze Windell by Paolo Soleri, circa 1970

Pair of Gardo Tarckett Cement Planters 1960
By Lagardo Tackett
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Pair of cement planters in the style of willy guhl 1960 on a removable blackened metal base. Good condition.
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cement, Metal

  • Pair of Gardo Tarckett Cement Planters 1960
  • Pair of Gardo Tarckett Cement Planters 1960
  • Pair of Gardo Tarckett Cement Planters 1960
  • Pair of Gardo Tarckett Cement Planters 1960

Pair of Gardo Tarckett Cement Planters 1960

Large Square Ribbed Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Woodbury, CT
Designed by the iconic Willy Guhl in the 1960s and made of strong and lightweight fiber cement by Eternit, SA of Switzerland, these square planters sport a great natural patina and a...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Other

  • Large Square Ribbed Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
  • Large Square Ribbed Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
  • Large Square Ribbed Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
  • Large Square Ribbed Planters Designed by Willy Guhl

Large Square Ribbed Planters Designed by Willy Guhl

Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit large handkerchief elephant ear concrete planter with loss to edge Loss to one wave of the rim, shown clearly in the images. Will sit snugly against a wall an...
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge

Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge

Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Handkerchief Planter
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a very rare 21 inch tall Mid-Century Modern sculptural concrete garden Handkerchief elephant ear planter. It looks like a large seed pod and will look very sp...
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Handkerchief Planter
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Handkerchief Planter
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Handkerchief Planter
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Handkerchief Planter

Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Handkerchief Planter

Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece French Concrete Hour Glass Style Planter on Stand
Located in London, GB
A Mid-Century Modern two-piece Modern French concrete hour glass style planter on stand with nice light even patina.
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece French Concrete Hour Glass Style Planter on Stand
  • Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece French Concrete Hour Glass Style Planter on Stand
  • Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece French Concrete Hour Glass Style Planter on Stand
  • Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece French Concrete Hour Glass Style Planter on Stand

Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece French Concrete Hour Glass Style Planter on Stand

Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern concrete rectangular garden planter with rectangular concave decoration with opposing triangul...
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter

Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter

Commanding Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Font/Planter/Birdbath
Located in Woodbury, CT
This cast stone font has it all! Worn pale cream-colored paint, mossy edges, good depth, stunning form, and great presence. Its superb height makes it a pri...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

  • Commanding Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Font/Planter/Birdbath
  • Commanding Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Font/Planter/Birdbath
  • Commanding Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Font/Planter/Birdbath
  • Commanding Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Font/Planter/Birdbath

Commanding Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Font/Planter/Birdbath

Petite Square Handled French Chanal Planter
Located in Woodbury, CT
Made of lightweight, durable fiber cement and designed by the Paris company Chanal in the 1960s-70s, this form is elegantly stream-lined. Featuring a heavily-patinated surface with traces of old white paint, and side handles of iron, it is the little sister...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Other, Wrought Iron

  • Petite Square Handled French Chanal Planter
  • Petite Square Handled French Chanal Planter
  • Petite Square Handled French Chanal Planter
  • Petite Square Handled French Chanal Planter

Petite Square Handled French Chanal Planter

Two Sided Wise Old Owl Pottery Garden Bench
Located in Ferndale, MI
Beautifully glazed garden bench or stool with the face of an owl on either side.
Category

1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Pottery

  • Two Sided Wise Old Owl Pottery Garden Bench
  • Two Sided Wise Old Owl Pottery Garden Bench
  • Two Sided Wise Old Owl Pottery Garden Bench
  • Two Sided Wise Old Owl Pottery Garden Bench

Two Sided Wise Old Owl Pottery Garden Bench

Stan Bitters Bird Houses in Spray Metal, USA, 2017
By Stan Bitters
Located in Berlin, DE
Excellent handmade bird houses of porous lowlfier clay in spray metal by Stan Bitters. The birdhouses are available in different colors. The houses are a favorite with finches.  
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Clay

  • Stan Bitters Bird Houses in Spray Metal, USA, 2017
  • Stan Bitters Bird Houses in Spray Metal, USA, 2017
  • Stan Bitters Bird Houses in Spray Metal, USA, 2017
  • Stan Bitters Bird Houses in Spray Metal, USA, 2017

Stan Bitters Bird Houses in Spray Metal, USA, 2017

Pair of Italian Reclining Glazed Terracotta Lions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of very large reclining lions in terra-cotta from Italy. The pair are well suited for indoor or outdoor (preferably covered) - flanking a fireplace...
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Terracotta

  • Pair of Italian Reclining Glazed Terracotta Lions
  • Pair of Italian Reclining Glazed Terracotta Lions
  • Pair of Italian Reclining Glazed Terracotta Lions
  • Pair of Italian Reclining Glazed Terracotta Lions

Pair of Italian Reclining Glazed Terracotta Lions

Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan
By Willy Guhl
Located in Woodbury, CT
Designed by the iconic Willy Guhl in the 1960s and made of strong and lightweight fiber cement by Eternit, SA of Switzerland, this dog house with its original removable pan is the la...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Other

  • Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan
  • Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan
  • Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan
  • Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan

Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan

Heavy cast cement Tiki totem sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Cast in cement Tiki totem statue. Remnants of old paint.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cement

  • Heavy cast cement Tiki totem sculpture
  • Heavy cast cement Tiki totem sculpture
  • Heavy cast cement Tiki totem sculpture
  • Heavy cast cement Tiki totem sculpture

Heavy cast cement Tiki totem sculpture

Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a rare pair of Mid-Century Modern concrete garden planters with conical hollow stands for the dish shaped planters. Stamped numbers 1 84 068 inside the bowl. ...
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters

Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters

Orange Top Ceramic Detailed Garden Stool or Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely midcentury modern stool or side table in cream and tangerine. Geometric cutouts make this piece light and breezy. Fun for a desert cactus garden, patio or pool deck...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Orange Top Ceramic Detailed Garden Stool or Side Table
  • Orange Top Ceramic Detailed Garden Stool or Side Table
  • Orange Top Ceramic Detailed Garden Stool or Side Table
  • Orange Top Ceramic Detailed Garden Stool or Side Table

Orange Top Ceramic Detailed Garden Stool or Side Table

Pair of Very Large Ribbed Rectangular Willy Guhl Planters by Eternit
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Woodbury, CT
These very large rectangular ribbed planters with integral handles on two sides were designed by the iconic Willy Guhl and produced by Eternit of Switzerland. In excellent condition,...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Other

  • Pair of Very Large Ribbed Rectangular Willy Guhl Planters by Eternit
  • Pair of Very Large Ribbed Rectangular Willy Guhl Planters by Eternit
  • Pair of Very Large Ribbed Rectangular Willy Guhl Planters by Eternit
  • Pair of Very Large Ribbed Rectangular Willy Guhl Planters by Eternit

Pair of Very Large Ribbed Rectangular Willy Guhl Planters by Eternit

Hand Painted Glazed Italian Terra Cotta Swan Planter Jardiniere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A monumental terra cotta swan from Italy. The piece is a wonderful addition to the garden or lanai. Made of dense material and able to withstand the elements. Works well as a centerp...
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Terracotta

  • Hand Painted Glazed Italian Terra Cotta Swan Planter Jardiniere
  • Hand Painted Glazed Italian Terra Cotta Swan Planter Jardiniere
  • Hand Painted Glazed Italian Terra Cotta Swan Planter Jardiniere
  • Hand Painted Glazed Italian Terra Cotta Swan Planter Jardiniere

Hand Painted Glazed Italian Terra Cotta Swan Planter Jardiniere

Pair of Large Eternit Saucer Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Woodbury, CT
Traditionally known as "vasques", these large shallow saucer planters were designed by the iconic Willy Guhl and produced by Eternit of Switzerland. Their crisp, streamlined form is ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Other

  • Pair of Large Eternit Saucer Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
  • Pair of Large Eternit Saucer Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
  • Pair of Large Eternit Saucer Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
  • Pair of Large Eternit Saucer Planters Designed by Willy Guhl

Pair of Large Eternit Saucer Planters Designed by Willy Guhl

Large English Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Bowl Planter
Located in Woodbury, CT
Clean and simple, but with loads of character, this pair of large cast stone bowl planters will make the perfect addition to your contemporary home ...
Category

1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

  • Large English Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Bowl Planter
  • Large English Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Bowl Planter
  • Large English Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Bowl Planter
  • Large English Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Bowl Planter

Large English Mid-Century Modern Cast Stone Bowl Planter

Pair of Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stands or Jardinières in Gilt Patinated Metal
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of patinated iron leafed planters with tripod bases. Manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern period, Spain, 1950-1960. Nice design with three leaves standing up on a tripod leafe...
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Metal, Iron

  • Pair of Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stands or Jardinières in Gilt Patinated Metal
  • Pair of Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stands or Jardinières in Gilt Patinated Metal
  • Pair of Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stands or Jardinières in Gilt Patinated Metal
  • Pair of Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stands or Jardinières in Gilt Patinated Metal

Pair of Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stands or Jardinières in Gilt Patinated Metal

Geneva
By Lynne Meade Ceramics
Located in Oakland, CA
Geneva is part of the Femme Series, a sculptural exploration celebrating the female form. I am trying to capture the universal balance and grace of the female form. The delicacy of t...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Geneva
  • Geneva
  • Geneva
  • Geneva

Geneva

Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern concrete garden planter with hollow stand for the dish shaped planter. Some paint losses to the upper underside, but otherwise in great ...
Category

1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand
  • Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand

Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand

Odette
By Lynne Meade Ceramics
Located in Oakland, CA
Odette is part of the Femme Series, a sculptural exploration celebrating the female form. I am trying to capture the universal balance and grace of the female form. The delicacy of t...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Odette
  • Odette
  • Odette
  • Odette

Odette

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous sets, two pairs of spun fiberglass plants by Russell Woodard. Heights are 30.5 and 36.5 diameter for the base is 14.5, while the diameter for the tops where the pots would s...
Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Fiberglass

  • Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands by Russell Woodard
  • Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands by Russell Woodard
  • Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands by Russell Woodard
  • Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands by Russell Woodard

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands by Russell Woodard

Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Briarwood by Meadowcraft
By Meadowcraft
Located in New York, NY
Chaise, lounge chair of wrought iron, and metal mesh, by Meadowcraft, from the Dogwood series, circa 1950/1960's. The chair is solid, stable and fully functional, the finish shows co...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wrought Iron

  • Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Briarwood by Meadowcraft
  • Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Briarwood by Meadowcraft
  • Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Briarwood by Meadowcraft
  • Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Briarwood by Meadowcraft

Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Briarwood by Meadowcraft

Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stand or Jardinière in Gilt Patinated Metal
Located in Barcelona, ES
Leafed Tripod Planter in Patinated Metal. Manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern period, Spain, 1950-1960. Nice design with three leaves standing up on a tripod leafed base. Original...
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Metal, Iron

  • Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stand or Jardinière in Gilt Patinated Metal
  • Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stand or Jardinière in Gilt Patinated Metal
  • Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stand or Jardinière in Gilt Patinated Metal
  • Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stand or Jardinière in Gilt Patinated Metal

Leaf Design Tripod Plant Stand or Jardinière in Gilt Patinated Metal

Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s
By Walter Lamb, Paolo Soleri
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Flint Brass Co. Verdigris Bronze Wind Chimes, USA, 1960's. The tallest bronze chime measures 14.63". Often Attributed to Walter Lamb.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

  • Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s
  • Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s
  • Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s
  • Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s

Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s

Vintage Garden Stack Decorations of Mushroom Bloomers
Located in Seattle, WA
Red and White Spotted Mushroom Garden Decoration . No Makers Mark. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 19 W ; 30 H
Category

1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wood

  • Vintage Garden Stack Decorations of Mushroom Bloomers
  • Vintage Garden Stack Decorations of Mushroom Bloomers
  • Vintage Garden Stack Decorations of Mushroom Bloomers
  • Vintage Garden Stack Decorations of Mushroom Bloomers

Vintage Garden Stack Decorations of Mushroom Bloomers

A Pair of Italian Travertine Obelisks
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Italian travertine obelisks with square moulded bases. 20th Century Note: SOME REPAIRS, SEE ALL PHOTOS
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Travertine

  • A Pair of Italian Travertine Obelisks
  • A Pair of Italian Travertine Obelisks
  • A Pair of Italian Travertine Obelisks
  • A Pair of Italian Travertine Obelisks

A Pair of Italian Travertine Obelisks

1960s Italian Paolo Soleri Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Hand crafted Soleri Bronze wind chime bell. Zen meditation garden bell Designed by Mid-Century Italian Architect Paolo Soleri Hanging length approximately 9 inches Bell is appr...
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

  • 1960s Italian Paolo Soleri Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell
  • 1960s Italian Paolo Soleri Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell
  • 1960s Italian Paolo Soleri Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell
  • 1960s Italian Paolo Soleri Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell

1960s Italian Paolo Soleri Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell

Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s Copper hammered Polished and stove enameled
Category

1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Copper

  • Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s
  • Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s
  • Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s
  • Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s

Hammered copper Watering Can, VEB Kunstschmiede Neuruppin, Germany around 1960s

Stan Bitters California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse
By Stan Bitters
Located in San Diego, CA
Stan Bitters for Hans Sumpf California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse. The shelter is 6" high x 6" wide. The cord is 32" in length. Stan Bitters is a California ceramics sculptor whose...
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stoneware

  • Stan Bitters California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse
  • Stan Bitters California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse
  • Stan Bitters California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse
  • Stan Bitters California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse

Stan Bitters California Modern Stoneware Birdhouse

Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany with beautiful patina. We have a second handmade watering can on offer, s...
Category

1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Brass

  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany

Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
By Brenda Williams
Located in Buffalo, NY
Gorgeous modernist architectural hanging ceramic sculpture by American artist , Brenda Williams.known for her craftsmanship with Cabat like feelies, totems, critters and sculptures, ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
By Brenda Williams
Located in Buffalo, NY
Gorgeous modernist architectural hanging ceramic sculpture by American artist , Brenda Williams.known for her craftsmanship with Cabat like feelies, totems, critters and sculptures, ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Watering Can vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Watering Can vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Brass

  • Watering Can vienna around 1960s
  • Watering Can vienna around 1960s
  • Watering Can vienna around 1960s
  • Watering Can vienna around 1960s

Watering Can vienna around 1960s

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
By Brenda Williams
Located in Buffalo, NY
Gorgeous modernist architectural hanging ceramic sculpture by American artist , Brenda Williams.known for her craftsmanship with Cabat like feelies, totems, critters and sculptures, ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany with beautiful patina. We have a second handmade watering can on offer, s...
Category

1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Brass

  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
  • Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany

Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany

A Near Pair of Large Horse Heads in Cast Iron
Located in Pewsey, GB
A Fabulous Near Large Pair of Cast Iron Horses Heads. Both heavy and well weathered and signs of ageing but a fabulous pair for multiple purposes and standing on bases 19 cm x 16 cm ...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

  • A Near Pair of Large Horse Heads in Cast Iron
  • A Near Pair of Large Horse Heads in Cast Iron
  • A Near Pair of Large Horse Heads in Cast Iron
  • A Near Pair of Large Horse Heads in Cast Iron

A Near Pair of Large Horse Heads in Cast Iron

Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Wien, AT
Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked ) Brass polished and stove enameled
Category

1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Brass

  • Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )
  • Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )
  • Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )
  • Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )

Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )

Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri c. 1960 Clay Bell with incised abstract designs. Clay clapper and copper fin. Arcosanti cypher mark. 10" wide 8" deep 15" tall with out chain...
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Copper

  • Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri
  • Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri
  • Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri
  • Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri

Arcosanti Clay Bell by Paolo Soleri

Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl in a beautiful brick red color. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage condition. Manufactur...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
By Brenda Williams
Located in Buffalo, NY
Gorgeous modernist architectural hanging ceramic sculpture by American artist , Brenda Williams.known for her craftsmanship with Cabat like feelies, totems, critters and sculptures, ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ceramic

  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams
  • Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Monumental Ceramic Kinetic hanging sculpture hand crafted by Brenda Williams

Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique concrete planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Planter in the shape of a chalice. Especially unique in that the base matches the top with pointed facets. Great vintage condi...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Vintage Garden Bird Bath, English, York Stone, Decorative Outdoor Ornament, 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage garden bird bath. An English, York Stone decorative outdoor ornament, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Accentuate your garden with this charming, cat-topped bird bath Displays a desirable aged patina throughout, with historic flora Substantial York stone presents natural grey tones In four parts for ease of moving, the whole standing at 3 feet tall Delightful cat ornament...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

  • Vintage Garden Bird Bath, English, York Stone, Decorative Outdoor Ornament, 1950
  • Vintage Garden Bird Bath, English, York Stone, Decorative Outdoor Ornament, 1950
  • Vintage Garden Bird Bath, English, York Stone, Decorative Outdoor Ornament, 1950
  • Vintage Garden Bird Bath, English, York Stone, Decorative Outdoor Ornament, 1950

Vintage Garden Bird Bath, English, York Stone, Decorative Outdoor Ornament, 1950

Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s Stamped. Metal.
Category

1930s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Metal

  • Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s
  • Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s
  • Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s
  • Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s

Flag stand, anonymous, for Stjärn Metall, Sweden, 1930s

Early Large Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
By Arcosanti, Paolo Soleri
Located in St. Louis, MO
Early large scale cast bronze sculptural wind chime or bell with great patina by Italian-born visionary architect and artist, Paolo Soleri. This piece was made by the artist at his C...
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

  • Early Large Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
  • Early Large Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
  • Early Large Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
  • Early Large Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM

Early Large Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM

Early Medium Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
By Arcosanti, Paolo Soleri
Located in St. Louis, MO
Early medium scale cast bronze sculptural wind chime or bell with patina by Italian-born visionary architect and artist, Paolo Soleri. This piece was made by the artist at his Cosant...
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

  • Early Medium Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
  • Early Medium Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
  • Early Medium Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM
  • Early Medium Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM

Early Medium Scale Bronze Sculptural Wind Chime or Bell by Paolo Soleri - MCM

Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very rare brass watering can with a small spider as decoration.
Category

1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Brass

  • Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria
  • Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria
  • Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria
  • Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria

Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria

Gigantic Willy Guhl Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gigantic tree planter by the Swiss design house Eternit. Extremely difficult to find vintage planters large enough to plant and hold a large tree. This would make a wonderful and functional piece for your home or garden. Painted greyish/white on its exterior, and is stamped to indicate its creation date, serial number and origin. Two other large Willy Guhl tree planters...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Gigantic Willy Guhl Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Gigantic Willy Guhl Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Gigantic Willy Guhl Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Gigantic Willy Guhl Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Gigantic Willy Guhl Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Monumental Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gigantic tree planter by the Swiss design house Eternit. Very difficult to find vintage planters large enough to plant and hold a large tree. Thi...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Monumental Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Monumental Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Monumental Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Monumental Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Monumental Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Gorgeous patina and wonderful ...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Giant Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Giant concrete drum planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. This substantial cylindrical concrete planter is a wonderful and functional piece for your home or garden. Age ...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Giant Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Giant Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Giant Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Giant Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Giant Cylindrical Concrete Tree Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Watering Can by Carl Auböck II , circa 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Carl Aubock II Brass Watering Can Austria Sculptural watering can designed by Carl Auböck II circa 1950s Model 4118 in solid brass produ...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Brass

  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Watering Can by Carl Auböck II , circa 1950s
  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Watering Can by Carl Auböck II , circa 1950s
  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Watering Can by Carl Auböck II , circa 1950s
  • Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Watering Can by Carl Auböck II , circa 1950s

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Watering Can by Carl Auböck II , circa 1950s

Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Incredible yellow patina and excellent v...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage c...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Gorgeous speckled patina and e...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
  • Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Mid-century Modern garden ornaments for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern garden ornaments for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage garden ornaments created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern garden ornaments made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original garden ornaments, popular names associated with this style include Willy Guhl, Eternit, Paolo Soleri, and Stan Bitters. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for garden ornaments differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $106,533 while the average work can sell for $1,940.

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