Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
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
- 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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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
A Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Concrete Planters in the manner of Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb pair of mid-century modernist concrete planters, reminiscent of the iconic style of Willy Guhl. A wonderful pair with a perfect balance of texture and wear. Often very di...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Hand Thrown Glazed Planter with Water Catch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand thrown stoneware table planter with water catch. The planter features a glazed exterior in cream and blue tones that tapers towards the bottom with an attached glazed water catc...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Willy Guhl Organic Handkerchief Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking pair of Willy Guhl “Handkerchief” planters, celebrated for their sculptural organic form and timeless modernist appeal. Designed by Swiss artist and designer Willy Guhl an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Large Kelly Green Ceramic Planter by Bassano of Italy
By Bassano
Located in San Diego, CA
Large kelly green ceramic planter by Bassano of Italy, circa 1990s. The planter is in good vintage condition with the exception of a small chip ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Architectural Planter Pot Vessel by David Cressey
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large David Cressey glazed pot or vessel is a stunning work of art that combines form, texture, and color in a captivating way. Known for his ceramic creations, David Cressey has a distinct style that is both modern and organic.
This particular pot or vessel showcases Cressey's mastery of glazing techniques. Its generous size commands attention and makes it a focal point in any setting. The pot's shape is often asymmetrical, with smooth curves and undulating lines that mimic the organic shapes found in nature. Its large size allows for ample space to showcase the intricate glaze patterns.
The glaze itself is a masterpiece, with a rich and layered appearance. Cressey's glazes often feature earthy tones like deep browns, rustic oranges, and mossy greens, evoking a connection to the natural world. The glaze may have variations in color, creating depth and visual interest. The surface texture might be subtly textured or exhibit a more pronounced texture, further enhancing the tactile and visual experience.
When displayed, this David Cressey glazed pot or vessel becomes a statement piece that adds a touch of sophistication and artistic elegance to any space. Its combination of sculptural form and expertly applied glaze demonstrates the artist's skill and creativity, making it a unique and captivating addition to any art collection or interior design.
Photographed with Knoll wire side...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Cubed Woven Rattan Pedestal Plant Stand
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored cubed woven rattan plant stand is a charming blend of natural textures and timeless Paul T Frankl inspired Modernist design. The stand features a cube-shape...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan
$247 Sale Price
44% Off
Danny Alessandro Fireplace Tools, Brass, Nickel Chrome, Ring Handles
Located in New York, NY
Danny Alessandro fireplace tools, brass and chrome, ring handles. Great quality 5 piece cast fire tools set with ring handles, finished in lacquered "Butler Brass" and chromed steel...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
1950s Italian Brass Cage Lamp Pedestal Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
This is a single 1950s Italian floor or table lamp that can also be used as a pedestal or jardiniere plant Stand. It stands 38 inches high. The floor base is black lacquered wood rai...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Copper and brass conbination watering can vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Copper and brass conbination watering can vienna around 1950s
Brass and copper polished and stove enameled
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron and Brass Firetools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive modernist set including solid brass holder and four firetools in wrought iron with inset brass handles. Nice condition for its age with minor wear to the brass holder.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
French Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Tools, 1970s, Set of 5
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassical style brass fireplace tools. French. Circa 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Pair of 1950s Black Wrought Iron Patio or Garden Settees with Faux Corded Seats
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of 1950s black painted wrought iron patio or garden settees / love seats with molded plastic faux Danish cord seats covers. Original paint, shows some loss. Seat covers paint lo...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Rare Vintage Gainey Ceramics Planter – Ochre Yellow, Mid-Century Modern Pot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your space with this rare vintage Gainey Ceramics planter, a striking piece of mid-century modern design. Crafted in La Verne, California, USA, this planter features a rich o...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Enamelled Door or Drawer Handles Italy 1940/50s set of 6
Located in Palermo, IT
Rare set of 6 handles or knobs in glazed ceramic with decorative motifs. Italian production from the 40s/50s. Wonderful to adapt on your chest of drawers or furniture giving that pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Bamboo Side, Serving, End Table After Albini
Located in New York, NY
Chic diminutive side, or end table of bent bamboo and woven wicker. The table is circular in form, it is in very good, original condition, clean and ready to use. Circa 1970's Made i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
American Mid-Century Modern Solid Iron Walnut Modernist Set of Fireplace Tools
Located in San Diego, CA
Solid iron fire tools set in black enameled finish with a nice patina in original condition. can be used indoors or outdoors. Solid walnut handles with brass accents , very rare set ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Stacked Concrete Pagodas - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage MCM Stacked Concrete Pagodas - Set Of 2 highlights American Mid-Century Modern style with their sleek, geometric design and sturdy concrete construction. These unique pagodas add a touch of architectural elegance and vintage flair to any garden or outdoor space.
Smaller pagoda...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Copper Wall Cladding Designed by Edit Oborzil and Tibor Jeney, 1968
Located in Rome, IT
Striking copper wall cladding designed by Edit Oborzil and Tibor Jeney,
cca. 1968 for the Hotel Helikon - Balaton Keszthely, Hungary.
Artistic recta...
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1960s Hungarian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Lounge Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll International, United States, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lounge chairs by Richard Schultz from his 1966 collection. Designed at the request of Florence Knoll, who after retirement longed for outdoor furniture that could withstand Florida's...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Caned Dining Table by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal in Iron and Rattan, c 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely California Modern low dining table by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal features an iron frame that holds a woven cane rattan top, along with a glass pane to use as a solid surface over the caned rattan.
Somewhat lower than traditional dining tables, this table would be ideal to pair with stools opposed to standard dining tables. Or another idea is using cushions to sit on, could even use low seating such as a Roche Bobois Mah Jong cushions or Togo lounge chair, loveseat or sofa. Great for patios and other outdoors spaces.
This laid-back casual cool dining table...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$1,900 Sale Price
32% Off
Fireplace Tools Set Danny Alessandro Style
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful fireplace tools three pieces set in the Danny Alessandro style. Made of brass, chrome, steel, and lucite. It is in original vintage condition. It has some scratches in the ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
$1,520 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Fanini Fain Ascoli Piceno Maratea Folding Chairs, 1970s, Italy
By Silvi Fanini Fain S.P.A
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two plastic folding design chairs (type Maratea) produced by the Italian manufacturer Fanini Fain (Ascoli Piceno).
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plastic
Modern Twins Outdoors Curved Sofa, DEDAR Beige Canvas, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Twins curved sofa and its matching daybed share the same genes, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Canvas
Hans Kögl Gilded Metal Planter with Leaves, Germany, 1970s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Sculptural standing planter in gilded metal by Hans Kögl, crafted in Germany during the 1970s. This piece features an ornate composition of curved leaves wrapping gracefully around t...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Vintage Brutalist Extra Large Concrete Planter or Floor Vase
By Willy Guhl
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage Brutalist concrete planter is a substantial, sculptural piece with a beautifully aged patina. Its extra-large size and heavy concrete construction make it perfect for in...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Arne Wahl Iversen Planter
Located in LYON, FR
This Arne Wahl Iversen planter, offered here by Maison Lecan, is a classic of 1960s Scandinavian design. It features three drawers, made of teak wood in beautiful vintage condition, ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
1970s Teak Curved Barrel Kidney Slatted Settee Table Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, teak kidney set you could hope to find. This is Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Just look at the gorgeous curved de...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
Industrial Modern Firewood Cart Caddy with Wheels
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Industrial Cart Fire Log Metal Holder with Wheels
Rolling caddy firewood hauler
36.5 h x 18 d x 24.25 w
Original vintage condition unrestored
Refer to images for details
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Large Rectangular Rattan and Wood Planter, Germany 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Rectangular Rattan and Wood Planter, Germany 1950s
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Fountain murano glass gold orange with lighting and water unique , italy 1970
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Murano glass fountain with large leaves glass orange Murano with structure.
The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design.
This unique Fountain with gold finish glass murano are exceptional.
This Pieces of Arts glass show the exclusive design of Italian Designer in 1960/70. This chandelier are in good Condition.
All the piece we add are checked and changed if necessary!
before sendind we will update the water pompe and the complete water tube .
we have 2 gold angel on the picture , will deliverie with four ! one have a little defect in one hand .
All circle flowers are complete !!! and all fountain are lighting . picture
Photo in operation available before shipping! work perfectly. We prefer to keep the original condition as much as possible than replacement if possible. All of our products are originally wired for 220v, so also work at 110v for the USA. Delivery without bulbs.
Organizing the expedition: first step! in order to ensure safe transport, the fountain will be disassembled and carefully packaged. Plastic bubble and protection. Only sending by wood...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Murano Glass
$17,972 Sale Price
40% Off
Rattan Wall Mounted Bathroom Accessories Set, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Bathroom Wall Fixtures, Rattan
Spain, 1950-1960
This vintage set of bathroom accessories handcrafted in rattan / bamboo and wicker is comprised by a towel ring, a toilet pape...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Bamboo
Mid-Century Modern Architectural Double Cone Planter by Bauer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern architectural double cone planter by Bauer.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
David Cressey Model-5043 Pro Artisan Stoneware Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shows Normal Wear from Age and Use, Has Drainage Hole
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Olive terracotta jar, Year 1920
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Olive terracotta pitcher, Made in Italy, Year 1920.
Beautiful jar, all in patina, glazed earthenware inside. It was used as a container for olive oil and can be used both outdoors a...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Large Woodard Sculptura Wrought Iron with Steel Mesh Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Ferndale, MI
Beautifully restored Woodard co large lounge chair with matching ottoman. Both pieces have been stripped and powder coated in gloss black finish. New foot glides installed as well.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cut Steel, Wrought Iron
Vintage Copper Watering Can
Located in San Diego, CA
A charming mid-century copper watering can by Brookstone, circa 1990s. The can is in good vintage condition with a removable spout and measures 5.5"D ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
MCM Samsonite Outdoor Accent Table with White Steel Base & Werzalit Top
By Samsonite
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) Samsonite outdoor accent table with white flattened steel tube base and Werzalit top. Beautiful condit...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Composition, Metal
Garden Seating Group by Stanislaus Karasek & Co, 1950s, Austria
Located in Wien, AT
Garden seating group by Stanislaus Karasek & Co, 1950s, Austria.
Good Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Gainey Laverne California Matte Glazed Golden Ochre Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fine planter pot from Gainey of Laverne California. Nice form, warm ochre matte glaze and excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pottery
Rare Arthur Umanoff Planter Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 1950s Arthur Umanoff step-up planter stand. Wrought-iron and wood slats with a painted black aluminum insert.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Aluminum
Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons Showing an Owl
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of very unusual and decorative andirons showing an owl is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of Planters by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This rare pair of planters was made by the Swiss designer, Willy Ghul in the 1950's in natural fiber cement. It's the edition « Eternit AG/Elo, 1954 »...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
$7,188 / set
Mid-Century Italian Plexiglass/Gilt Brass Bathroom Fixtures Set, 1970's
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-Century Italian set of bathroom fixtures/accessories from 1970's.
Created in a very solid design. Made from a thick dark brown color plexiglass and gilt brass joints. This set in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
$2,084 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Pair of Huge Marble Effect Columns
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of huge marble effect columns, most likely made in Italy and dating from around the 1970’s.
They are over six feet tall, and made from fiberglass, which is just as ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass
$2,261 / set
Erwine & Estelle Laverne, Planter or Jardiniere, circa 1950, aluminum and iron
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Erwine & Estelle Laverne, Planter/Jardiniere, circa 1950, aluminum and iron with yellow and white enamel paint
55cm high, 17.5cm diameter
Generally good condition with signs of use consistent with age.
Erwine & Estelle Laverne designed and produced innovative furniture...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Model L-20 Planter by Malcolm Leland for Architectural Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model L-20 Planter by Malcolm Leland for Architectural Pottery, Midcentury, USA
H 15.75" x D 10.5"
FDV-K009B
*Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Woodard Maple Leaf Wrought Iron Arm Chairs Set of 4
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a fabulous set of unsigned Woodard fine quality chairs with a simple maple Leaf and scroll design on the top of the back. There is some paint loss, rust and greening and ther...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$880 Sale Price / set
37% Off
Architectural Ceramics Mid-Century Planter with Rim and Front Chip, Oakland , CA
By John Follis
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Architectural Ceramics of Oakland, CA, not to be confused with Architectural Pottery, produced rare and collectible ceramics. This mid-century terracotta planter stands out with its ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Parisian Two Tier Iron Florist Stand, circa 1910
Located in Faversham, GB
A commanding Parisian two tier florist rack in original condition. In iron strap metal at over twelve feet in length. Decorative and practical in a wonderful flaky green paint.
Fra...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$1,260 Sale Price
20% Off
Antonia Campi for Sci Laveno "Gardena" Bathroom Fixtures, Italy, 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Bathroom sanitaryware set model "Gardena" in blue glazed ceramic designed by Antonia Campi for Ceramiche Laveno, consisting of washbasin, WC and bidet. Italy 1970
SIZE WASHBASIN C...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Model L-20 Planter by Malcolm Leland for Architectural Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model L-20 Planter by Malcolm Leland for Architectural Pottery, Midcentury, USA
H 15.75" x D 10.5"
FDV-K009B
*Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 5 Cabinet Pulls in Brass & Stone inlay by Los Castillo, Mexico 1950s
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of Mexican flair to your cabinets with this stunning Set of Five Cabinet Pulls in Brass & Stone Inlay designed and manufactured in Taxco Mexico in the 1950's by Los Casti...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Brass
Ann Maes Set of Modernist Fireplace Tools & Literature Holder
By Ann Maes
Located in Tilburg, NL
A stunning modernist fireplace set & literature holder by Ann Maes for Mace-Line, 1977, Belgium / The Netherlands.
This fireplace set is a real design clas...
Category
Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
David Cressey & Robert Maxwell “Sunburst” Plum Glazed Planter for Earthgender
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bowl planter from Earthgender, David Cressey and Robert Maxwell’s early 1970s project. This 23” diameter example is incised in the “Sunburst” design of lines radiating from a central...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Five Star Shaped Door Pulls in Brass & Stone by Los Castillo, Mexico 1950's
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance the elegance of your doors with this exquisite set of Five Star Shaped Door Pulls by Los Castillo, crafted in Taxco, Mexico in the 1950s.
The pieces are made from a luxurio...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Brass
Mid-Century Modern brass and pastel-colored glass flower stand / display, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern brass and pastel-colored glass flower stand / display, 1950s
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
1980s Handcrafted Vintage Artisan Wind Bell Ceramic and Wood Chime
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Handcrafted Vintage Artisan Wind Bell
Ceramic and wood chime
21.75 tall x 19 w x 5.25
Preowned Original vintage condition
See all images provided
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Large Arts & Craft Andirons, USA 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Cast Iron andirons made from torch cut steel plate and industrial gears
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cut Steel, Iron
Massive 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. Excellent patina and vintage c...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
1960s Vintage Wire Mesh and Brass Ornate Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
1960s Vintage Wire Mesh and Brass Ornate Fireplace screen. Black wire mesh. Solid brass ornate.
Measures 40.5" wide and stands 30.5" tall.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron, Wire
Mid-century Modern building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Willy Guhl, Russell Woodard, Eternit, and Woodard Furniture Co.. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $55 and tops out at $1,078,195 while the average work can sell for $1,887.
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