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Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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
Period: Late 20th Century
Set of 4 Vintage Windowsill Planters, Italian, Terracotta, Window Box Jardiniere
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of 4 vintage windowsill planters. An Italian, terracotta window box jardiniere, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Charmingly petite windowsill planters, ide...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Terracotta

Vintage French Jardiniere
Located in Austin, TX
Jardiniere from France made of reconstituted stone.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Stone

Large Impressive Vintage Fluted Concrete Planters, a pair
Located in Wichita, KS
These beautiful and impressively sized concrete planters are unique in style and scale. They are fluted with deep ridges and can hold larger trees in containers and beautiful plantings. They are reminiscent of Willy Guhl in style and can mix with any style - modern or traditional. They are not drilled at the bottom so drainage but can be as they are made of cement. To view all...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Michel Dumas for Roche Bobois Smoked Plexi Planter with inset Aluminum Dish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Michel Drumas for Roche Bobois, 11970's, smoked plexiglass planter with purple tint and inset aluminum dish. Attractive round drum planter ideal for an outdoor space or patio. In ori...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Aluminum

Vessel by Stan Bitters for Hans Sumpf
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Stan Bitters planter with incised floral motif on both sides. This vessel was designed by one of California's great ceramicist's and manufactured by Hans Sumpf.
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic

Large Bamboo and Rattan Flowerpot or Planter, France 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Outstanding and large bamboo planter from the 70's. This very decorative flowerpot is fabricated in France. It is handcrafted out of bamboo or/and rattan. It has a very beautiful a...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Bamboo, Rattan

David Cressey & Robert Maxwell “Sunburst” Planter for Earthgender
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A cylindrical stoneware planter from Robert Maxwell and David Cressey's 1970s collaboration Earthgender. The planter has a rounded lip and an incised all-over sunburst pattern. The i...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Pottery, Stoneware

Vintage Modern Planter Pot with Stand Bauer Pottery Los Angeles
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Modern Planter Pot with Stand Bauer Pottery Los Angeles 12 h x 13.5 diameter Stamped by maker Los Angeles Bauer Pottery Unrestored original vintage condition Refer to images...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Metal

Pair of Rectangular Concrete Willy Guhl Attributed Planters w/ Diamond Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of low rectangular trough planters attributed to Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Raw and minimalistic planters with a subtle imprinted carvings on the sides. For outdoor use. In ver...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Pair of Vintage Windowsill Planters, Italian, Terracotta, Window Box Jardiniere
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage windowsill planters. An Italian, terracotta window box jardiniere, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Charmingly petite duo, ideal for a chic apa...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Terracotta

Giovanni Offredi High Gloss Bird's Eye Maple Planters For Saporiti, Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two square high gloss bird's eye maple planters by prominent Italian furniture and product designer Giovanni Offredi and made by Italian furniture house Saporitii in the 1970s. These...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Steel

Forma Nova 1978 Rosewood and Metal Planter
Located in Sacile, PN
Rosewood and metal base planter by Gianni Moscatelli for Forma Nova, 1978 Objects with a design with pure and functional lines, mad...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Steel

Willy Guhl Petite Ridged Planter, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite ridged planter by Willy Guhl. Concrete planter in the shape of a rectangle with an upper rim and ridged sides. Great scale. Very good vintage condition. Only one available.    
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

David Cressey & Robert Maxwell for Earthgender “Sunburst” Planter Taupe Glaze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A cylindrical stoneware planter from Robert Maxwell and David Cressey's 1970s collaboration Earthgender. The planter has a rounded lip and an incised all-over sunburst pattern. The i...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Rare Willy Guhl Modular Planting System, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Malibu, US
Exceptionally rare modular planting system by Swiss neo-functionalist and industrial design pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland. I have yet to see a complete collection av...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

1970s Modern Mustard Planter Art Pottery Style Gainey Ceramics
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Style of Gainey Art Pottery Modern Ceramics Mustard Planter 9.88 diameter x 7.75 h Unable to read stamp. Preowned unrestored vintage condition Refer to images.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Pottery

Black Glazed Ceramic Planter By Angelo Mangiarotti, Italy 1970s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Italian architect and industrial designer Angelo Mangiarotti was extremely productive during his eclectic career and left few disciplines within his field untouched. Ranging within t...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic

Modernist Walnut and Aluminum Architectural Planters by Habitat International
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist Walnut and Aluminum Architectural Planters by Habitat International,, Stunning sleek, simple ,classic design,Fit seamlessly into any modern, contemporary, environment.Price...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Aluminum

Vintage Beech Bentwood Standing Planter, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Bentwood, Beech

Vintage Bronze Resin Square Planters by Forms and Surfaces
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful mid-century modern bronze resin square planters manufactured in the United States, circa 1970s. These planters are manufactured by the well-known company Forms and Surfaces...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Bronze

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.
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Pottery

Oversized Inverted Pyramid Planters on Iron Stands Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Dramatic oversized pyramid-shaped stainless steel planters on iron stands. Large scale planters are perfect for small trees or large tropical plants. Very modern in style but still c...
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1980s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Iron, Stainless Steel

David Cressey & Robert Maxwell “Teardrop Sunburst” Bowl Planter for Earthgender
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bowl planter from Earthgender, David Cressey and Robert Maxwell’s early 1970s project. This 23.5” diameter example is incised in the “Teardrop Sunburst” design with interlocking gest...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Pottery, Stoneware

1970's Modernist Aluminum Planters/Vases
Located in New York, NY
1970's modernist well made and very heavy aluminum planters or vases made by AZ Cast Products, in vintage original condition with some wear and patina due to age and use.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Aluminum

Large Bamboo and Rattan flowerpot , circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Bamboo and Rattan flowerpot , circa 1970 Good condition.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Large Bamboo and Rattan flowerpot , circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Bamboo and Rattan flowerpot , circa 1970 the flowerpot is tinted yellow
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Bamboo, Rattan

1970s Turned Wood Planter Mid-Century XL Bowl Craftsman John Crouse Wolcott Ny
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Beautifully constructed. A massive staved mahogany wood bowl, barrel, or planter. Condition is fair because there are 2 big dents to the rim, pictured. Signed, John Crouse...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Mahogany

Set of 2 Chalice shaped planters by Willy Guhl, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
A unique set of 2 concrete planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Planter in the shape of a chalice. Signed 1972. This shape is not common and hard to find. Great patina. Would m...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

David Cressey & Robert Maxwell for Earthgender Rimmed Sunburst Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand thrown stoneware planter, circa 1970s, USA, is a result of the collaboration between David Cressey & Robert Maxwell to create the line Earthgender. This hand thrown planter...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Rustic Vintage Set of Three Hanging Brass Planter Bowls Chain Pendant
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic hanging planters Vintage set three brass hanging planters chain pendant Varied sizes Scallop detail on planter Measures: Medium: 15.25 diam x...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Brass

1970s Set of Three Graduated Rattan and Bamboo Planters or Baskets
Located in London, London
Three bamboo planters Graduating in size Italian, 1970s Dimensions are of the largest planter.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Bamboo

Large Fesco Architectural Pottery Style Modernist Plastic Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fesco synthetic planter pot. Styled after David Cressey Architectural pottery pieces.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Synthetic

David Cressey and Robert Maxwell Large Ombre Glazed Planter for Earthgender
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large ceramic bowl planter from David Cressey and Robert Maxwell for Earthgender. The planter has an ombre glazed interior and exterior ranging in colors of purple, pink and blue w...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic

Robert Maxwell Stoneware Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hand thrown stoneware bowl planter from California ceramicist Robert Maxwell. The planter has a rounded lip and speckled stoneware exterior. The interior is glazed in a warm brown ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stoneware, Pottery

Set of 5 Large Vintage "Diabolo" Jars by Willy Guhl Spindel Planter
Located in Lyon, FR
Fiber cement structure, original white paint with patina of time on the whole set.
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Cement

Vintage Pebble Stone & Concrete Planters, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage Pebble Stone & Concrete Planters, - the perfect addition to your garden, home or office space. These beautiful planters are crafted from high-quality concrete and bla...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stone, Cement

Pair of Stoneware Planters by David Cressey
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of stoneware planters by David Cressey. These are hand thrown and were probably a custom order. These stoneware planters have an unglazed interior as well as an unglazed natural...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Large Shallow Willy Guhl Planter by Eternit
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Large shallow planter designed by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Manufactured by Eternit AG, who produced all of Guhl's designs. Made from fiber cement, t...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Other

Four Large Cream White Ceramic Studio Pottery Architectural Mobach Planters
Located in London, GB
Set of four studio pottery planters in different sizes created on the turning wheel by sophisticated and advanced skilled Dutch ceramist in the 1980's. The warm lustrous oat white an...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic

David Cressey & Robert Maxwell for Earthgender Stoneware Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stoneware planter, circa 1970s, USA, is a result of the collaboration between David Cressey & Robert Maxwell to create the line Earthgender. This hand thrown planter features an ungl...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Stoneware

Vintage Earthgender Planter by David Cressey & Robert Maxwell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage planter designed by David Cressey & Robert Maxwell for Earthgender in the United States, circa 1970s. This planter has a conventional design, highlighting the craft...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Terracotta

Set of Three Dutch Terracota Planters Finished in White Crackled Glaze
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of three Dutch terracota low round planters finished in white crackled glaze finish. PTMD stamped on bottom.
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic, Terracotta

Midcentury Large Shallow Willy Guhl Planter on Base by Eternit
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Large shallow planter with matching base, designed by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Manufactured by Eternit AG, who produced all of Guhl's designs. Made ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Other

California Studio Pottery Signed Ikebana Planter with Frog
Located in San Diego, CA
California studio pottery signed ikebana planter with frog, circa 1990s. The piece measures: 7.5" W x 6.75" D x 2" H and is signed on the underside. #1708.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Pottery

Hugh Acton Megaforms Architectural Planter from Acton Residence in Carrara Mable
Located in Chicago, IL
Hugh Acton Megaforms Architectural planter from Acton Residence in Carrara Marble ,Italy Measures: 8 dia x 17.5 h inches.  
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Carrara Marble

1970s Beech Bench/Planter Stand, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition with minor signs of use.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Wood, Beech

1970s, Sculptural Organic Coral Shaped Distressed Silver Finish Aluminum Planter
Located in Miami, FL
Inspired by nature this large bowl or outdoor planter in coral shape or twig leaves made out of aluminum and coated in silver paint. The sculptural Design fits to any Mid-Century Mo...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Aluminum

French Iron Scroll Work Window or Patio Planter with Curved Ends on Shaped Feet
Located in London, GB
French midcentury iron scroll work window or patio planter with decorative mesh work gently curving to the pronounced curved ends, raised on shaped scroll work feet.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Iron

Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter on Iron Hairpin Stand, 1975 Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare concrete trough planters sitting in fantastic iron hairpin stands by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Trough is 24" long. Incredible natural patina with no paint. Factory drilled dra...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Italian Marble Planter or Pedestal with Light, 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Outstanding Italian marble planter with light, 1970's. Handcrafted out of beautiful marble. On the upper part there is the possibility to pu...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Marble

Monumental Stan Bitters Stoneware Ceramic Planter for Hans Sumpf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Stan Bitters stoneware ceramic planter for Hans Sumpf.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stoneware

David Cressey for Architectural Pottery 'Cheerio' Planter, ca. 1970
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Vintage David Cressey for Architectural Pottery Pro/Artisan Series 'Cheerio' pattern planter in ivory glaze. One drain hole on bottom. Measures 14" Diameter x 12" Height.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Stoneware

Large Faux Bamboo Ceramic Vase Italian, 1970s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Large Faux bamboo ceramic vase Italian 1970s Beautiful stylish piece. Some minor ware. White color.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic

1970s Planter Box Textured Pottery Style of David Cressey
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Planter Mid-century era pottery planter manner of David Cressey. Clean modern lines angled textured pottery geometrical construction. Drainage holes present. Unmarked. Measur...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Pottery

Set of 9 Faux Bamboo Planters and Small Tables with Glass Top, France, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large set of faux bamboo planters, side tables and oyster trays. Actually it's my own little collection because I love kitch, especially surrounded by g...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Faux Bamboo, Glass

Willy Guhl Concrete Box Planter on Metal Stand, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare concrete box planter sitting on a sturdy metal stand by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Made in Switzerland in the 1970s. Box is 20.25" long and wide. In...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete, Metal

1970s, Beech Bench / Planter Stand, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition with minor signs of use.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood, Beech

Dark Brown French Vintage Indoor Decorative Planter Swirled Cane Vase - A Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Dark Brown Finish decorative indoor planters in swirled cane into this cone shaped Vessel. Coming from a famous Florist in Paris, France. Th...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Cane

Mid-century Modern planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern planters and jardinieres 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 planters and jardinieres created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern planters and jardinieres 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 planters and jardinieres, popular names associated with this style include Willy Guhl, Eternit, Architectural Pottery, and David Cressey. 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 planters and jardinieres differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $36,500 while the average work can sell for $1,796.

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