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.
to
439
2,018
984
2,865
146
36
Height
to
Width
to
3,047
2,152
1,610
1,367
976
842
821
807
521
492
471
311
304
247
152
145
129
125
3
6
2,856
182
30
2,168
472
3
1
5
11
83
525
528
322
40
11
1,976
878
460
452
380
1,378
1,377
1,299
379
358
3,047
2,938
2,974
196
143
107
74
64
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Wood, Iron and Brass Magazine Stand or Fireplace Log Rack
Located in North Miami, FL
This Mid-Century Modern vintage brass, wood and black iron magazine stand or rack and or log carrier for a fireplace is handsome and very utilitarian. it serves as a Dual purpose for...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of spiral door handles in Murano glass and silver 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exclusive spiral handles made of Murano glass and silver powder inside, creating a super elegant contrast between black and silver that will elevate the design and exclusivity of any...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Silver
$1,340 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Mid-Century Hoop Chairs with Caned Seat and Back
By Salterini
Located in Miami, FL
Great Mid-Century Modern iron chairs in a striking bare metal style finish. Wonderful round frame, caned seat, strong iron legs. Vintage modern Salte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large Fesco Architectural Pottery Style Modernist Plastic Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fesco synthetic planter pot. Styled after David Cressey Architectural pottery pieces.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Synthetic
Mid-Century Satin Brass Handles Italian Design, 1950, Gold and Black
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury satin brass handles Italian Design 1950 gold and black.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
$861 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Antique Italian Yard or Garden Majolica Statue, 1910s or Older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural statue. This character statue has been made probably in Italy, in the 1910s or older. Absolutely gorgeous item with lots of character and still i...
Category
1910s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Earthenware
Set of 6 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 Six Cabinet Pulls in Brass & Stone Inlay designed and manufactured in Taxco Mexico in the 1950's by Los Castil...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Brass
Large California Modern David Cressey for Architectural Pottery Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
To me Architectural Pottery is one of the mid century companies that helps to define California modern aesthetic . This David Cressey pot is a fine example...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Iron Chain Garden Ornaments
Located in Riverdale, NY
Pair Of Amazing Iron Chain Vine Garden Ornaments, perfect for garden or terraces. Striking scale, would be incredible mounted on bases for indoor use. 1940's USA. Each Circle 39" dia...
Category
1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$3,600 / set
Fireplace Screen Made of a Greenish Glass Panel Surrounded by a Brass Frame
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant fireplace screen is made of a greenish glass panel surrounded by a brass frame. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Jean Prouvé Mid Century "CIMT" Aluminum Facade Panel Produced in France, 1950s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century aluminum "CIMT" facade panel by Jean Prouvé for Campus Scientifique De La Doua in Lyon, France 1950s. In good original condition with an anonymous contemporary stree...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Hexagonal Midcentury Door Handle of Hammered Brass and Copper, Italy
Located in London, GB
Italian mid-century door handle of hammered brass and blackened copper, in long asymmetrical hexagonal form.
Hand-crafted piece with a hammered pattern to the brass and smooth dee...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Brass
Charming Room Fountain Ceramic, circa 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Charming room fountain ceramic, circa 1970s.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Black Lacquered and Chrome Design Fireplace Tools on Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This fireplace tools on stand is made of back lacquered and chrome. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Wrought Iron Mesh Glass Top Garden Dining Table John Salterini attb Tempestini
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a fantastically styled and manufactured garden table as is all Salterini wrought iron furniture that was designed by Maurizio ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$982 Sale Price
25% Off
Set of 4 1970s Concrete planters Octagonal shape
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Set of 4 quality planters, octagonal shaped. Date from the 1970s. Made from large aggregate concrete, giving a wonderful appearance to the concrete.
Drainage hole to the bottom. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Vintage California Blue Glaze Planter Pot with Saucer by Gainey Ceramics
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern ceramic pottery planter manufactured by Gainey Ceramics of La Verne, California, circa 1960's. Features a vibrant blue high gloss textured finish with hints of bla...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops; teak slat, stone, or a cast tempered glass with a corduroy pattern.
The Lawson-Fe...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
$2,285 / item
Kipp Stewart Bronze Tube Patio Dining Table for Terra
By Terra, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patio table by Kipp Stewart for Terra of California, USA, c.1970s. The table features a curved patinated bronze tubing pedestal base of with a 60" piece of thick glass at the table t...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Walnut Side Table with Planters by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
George Nelson designed this uniquely functional side table, model 4745, for Herman Miller. Constructed of walnut with ebonized block legs, it houses two square copper planting boxes...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Vintage Five 5 Metal Chairs Max Fellerer Eugen Wörle Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage five ( 5 ) garden chairs for indoor and outdoor
designed attributed Max Fellerer and Eugen Wörle and manufactured circa 1948, Austria.
A fabulous set of f...
Category
1940s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Set of Three Thumbpots by Stan Bitters, USA, 2017
By Stan Bitters
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of a large brown, a medium white and a small black thumbpot by Fresno, California Artist Stan Bitters. The planters are hand-built with thumbprint design. The hand-built, organic...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
$23,303 / set
Willy Guhl Off-Kilter Planter
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Molded concrete off-kilter planter, designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit. A play on the classic diabolo form. Strong and robust, this tilted garden planter is sculpted from fibrous cem...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Salterini Style White Painted Iron Patio Furniture Set of Four PIeces
By Salterini
Located in North Miami, FL
This 4 piece vintage set of outdoor mid century modern white painted iron furniture is in the style of Salterini. The set is a long chaise that ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Cast Iron Coal Box
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern cast iron coal box chimney pot. Very nice piece!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
$1,850
Pair of Italian 1950s Handles in Chromed Brass Airplane Tail Silver
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of Italian 1950s handles in chromed brass airplane tail silver.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$394 Sale Price
40% Off
Mid-Century Modern Wood & Iron Fireplace Tool Set by Seymour
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous period modern fireplace tool set. 4 pc set includes the holder, shovel, brush, and a clamp/fork for picking and adjusting the logs. Large heavy forged iron with maple handles.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Handles Brass Glass Murano 1940s Gold Venini Italy
By Venini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of mid-century Italian handles in brass and Murano 1940s gold glass, the brass has been well restored and polished and the glass is clean.
Category
1940s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
$1,077 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Traditional Spanish Stone Mortar, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique vintage stone mortar. Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful pati...
Category
1930s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
$670 Sale Price
53% Off
French Riviera Rattan Wheelbarrow Magazine Rack or Plant Holder, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Delightful French Riviera decorative wheelbarrow fully made in curved rattan and knotted wicker that can be used as stylish magazine rack or as plant holder. This lovely object was m...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet
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
$2,082 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Modernist Art Deco Inspired Nickel and Brass Andirons, Manner of Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Handmade by artisans in New York state, this pair of modernist andirons embody the old world craftsmanship and design aesthetic of a bygone era. Each andiron offers a solid rectiline...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Pair of Large Handles 1940s Seguso Art Glasses Murano and Solid Brass
By Seguso
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of Large Handles 1940s Seguso Art Glasses Murano and Solid Brass
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
$1,005 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Outdoor Hinterland Chaise by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Chaise has a powder coated solid steel frame that is fully wrapped in rope. The back adjusts from upright to flat and the frame has upholstered removable cushions
T...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
$5,722 / item
David Cressey and Robert Maxwell Thumbprint Planter for Earthgender - 1970s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A vintage hand thrown 'thumbprint' planter in golden ochre glaze by famed American ceramicist duo David Cressey and Robert Maxwell for their collaborative Earthgender line. Signed on...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Cast of Iron Architectural Roses on Square Base
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming set of vintage ornaments in cast iron with great patina. These would look fantastic on a coffee, console or side table as well as a bookshelf.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern 4 Piece Chrome & Frosted Lucite Fireplace Tool Set by Pace
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated fire tool set was realized by the esteemed American maker Pace Furniture Co. circa 1970. It features a central slender rectangular...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
Traditional Spanish Ashtray circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique vintage ashtray Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
$1,148 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s French Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1950s solid brass French andirons.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of Fleurs de Lys Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Fleurs de Lys andirons are 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
Arisztid Szendy – Early Aluminum Sculpture - France - 1970s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A stunning aluminum sculpture stamped "SZENDY", a creation by French artist Arisztid Szendy (1936-2013). This early work from the 1970s was crafted using repurposed mechanical parts,...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
$4,490 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-20th Century Hand-Forged Iron Window Grilles With Sculptural Scrollwork-Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Striking and sculptural, this vintage pair of wrought iron window grilles features bold scrollwork and a dramatic staggered finial design. Finished in a matte black powder coat, they...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century Hand-Forged Iron Window Grille With Sculptural Scrollwork
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This single vintage wrought iron grille perfectly complements the listed pair with the same bold scroll detailing and staggered top finials. Use as a standalone architectural accent ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Outdoor Garden Patio Poolside Dining Cafe Table att. to Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural garden, patio, poolside dining, cafe style table in wrought iron and metal mesh. The table has a circular metal mesh top ( 35 in. D...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Gene Tepper Magazine / Log Holder with Fireplace Tools
By Gene Tepper
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Bay area Industrial designer Gene Tepper perforated magazine / log holder with fireplace tools and wall bracket. Log holder measures: 18" wide, 18" deep an...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-20th Century Hand-Forged Iron Window Grilles With Sculptural Scrollwork-Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Slightly different but equally fabulous, this single vintage window grille features the same bold curves and scrolled base, but with a simplified straight-top silhouette. A statement...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Kipp Stewart Bronze Patio Dining Table for Terra
By Kipp Stewart, Terra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patio dining table by Kipp Stewart for Terra of California, USA, c.1970s. The table features a bronze tube frame with original pebble glass top.
Dimensions
48.5” diameter x 27.25” ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Iron Brass Fireplace Tool Set Vereinigte Werkstätten Germany
Located in München, BY
Great mid-century modern fireplace tool set by Vereinigte Werkstätten, made in Germany, 1960s.
The fireplace tool set consists of a shovel, brush, hook, tongs and a stand. The fire...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Large Double Door Handles with Etched Silver Plated Texture
Located in London, GB
Rare pair of hand made rectangular door handles in hammered copper with strong abstract plant motive created by etching is silver plated. The handles show patina through age that sui...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
French Set Iron Chair and its Table Mosaic Decoration Patio Garden Mid-Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French folding iron chair and table, decorated with colored faience in concrete
Good condition with authenticate patina.
Each piece is fold-able.
Dimension:
chair: D 19.68 in. W...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete, Iron
Mid Century Modern Iron Mesh Garden Bench attributed to Russell Woodard C1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Petite two seat outdoor garden bench with mesh seat & back attributed to Russell Woodard co. Recently sprayed white so it's its in very good vintage condition with minimal wear. We ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Modern Large Venini Glass Rope Design Door Handle Pull Murano Italy
By Venini
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent door handle by Venini in Diamante glass rope form. Thick, heavy glass with striated blood red interior twist. In metal mounts with screw h...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Crystal, Metal
$350 Sale Price
46% Off
"Sailboats" Modernist Cast Iron Fireback. Signed F. Loriot. French. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and interesting modernist fireback is made of cast iron. It represents "Sailboats". This is a French work signed F. Loriot. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
David Cressey & Robert Maxwell Thumbprint Planter for Earthgender, circa 1970
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
David Cressey & Robert Maxwell Thumbprint Planter for Earthgender, circa 1970.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage Cast Brass Double Golf Club Door Knocker
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful cast brass door knocker in the form of two golf clubs and a golf balls.
USA, Mid-20th Century
Measures: 4.75"W x 1.25"D x 6.75"H.
Very good original vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Classic Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Rocking Lounge Chair by Lawrence Peabody
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Wingback Rocking Lounge Chair by Lawrence Peabody.. Exterior or interior,, Great in the garden , porch or patio / deck,, but also would be amazi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
Modernist Chromed Steel Fire Tools, Karl Springer Style
Located in New York, NY
Set of heavy polished steel fire tools which includes stand, broom, shovel, poker and tongs. A Modern stylish set for a modern contemporary setting.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960s Pair of Spanish Bamboo Armchairs with Rectangular Back Rest
Located in Miami, FL
1960s pair of Spanish bamboo armchairs with Rectangular back rest.
Restored.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan
Massive 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Early Richard Schultz Leisure Dining Table
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Richard Schultz leisure dining table, painted aluminum base with inset brown enamel top. This height works well with vintage chairs.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel
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.
Read More
39 Incredible Swimming Pools
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
May’s Most Popular Interiors on Instagram
Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the rooms our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
April’s Most-Liked Interiors on Instagram
Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the 10 our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Cast Iron Lions Head
Bronze Water Fountains
Brownstone Furniture
Cast Iron Lady
Cast Iron Swan
Cherub Fish
Chinese Rose Garden Seat
Deck Cannon
Fountain Surrounds
Garden Etagere
Greek Oil Jar
Iron Deer
Modern Iron Gate
Spanish Carved Panel
Stone Rams
Victorian French Doors
Vintage Fireplace Poker
Wm H Jackson