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
1960s Mid-Century Desert Garden Wind Chime Clay+Copper by Paolo Soleri Arcosanti
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Clay chime with incised abstract designs, with clay clapper and copper fin. Designed by Paolo Soleri and hand-crafted at Arcosanti, c.1960. No discernible cracks, hairlines, or chips...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
Square Planter by Willy Guhl, Switzerland 1950s
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very nice patina.
We have a total of six of the same type and many other models by Willy Guhl.
Swiss designer Willy Guhl (1915-2004) was well known for his weather resistant plante...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Pair of Brass Andirons in the Style of Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This interesting pair of design andirons is made of brass and wrought iron. This is a French work in the style of famous designer Raymond. Subes. Circa 1970
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Set 4 Mid Century Lloyd / Heywood Wakefield Patio Chairs with New Fabric
Located in Troy, MI
Set of four mid century patio chairs featuring scrolled wrought iron, high back frames painted in black. Newly upholstered seats in a fun,...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pink Ombre Amoeba Planter
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed and manufactured by Oakland artist Justin Kiene, these organic planters and vases are inspired by the shapes of the natural and microscopic world.
Each piece is hand thrown...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
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
Set of Three Wilhelm Kage Planters Terracotta Gustavsberg Sweden 1940s
Located in Basel, BS
Set of three Wilhelm Kåge terracotta planters for Gustavsberg in Sweden, circa 1940s.
Very good condition, they have been cleaned, no cracks or damages.
Width: 10 cm x 10 cm
Heig...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
Antique Brass Victorian Fire Poker Tool
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Brass Fire Poker Tool
25.75 long x 3 d x 1.25
unsigned
Original Vintage condition
Refer to images listed
Category
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
1970s Brutalist Solid Bronze Door Handle Keyhole Germany
By Paul Evans
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Bronze Abstract Door Handle and Keyhole Plate Germany
Bronze door handle 5.75 tall x 6.75 w x 2.5
stamped by maker
Keyhole 1.88 x 1.88 x .25
Original preowned vinta...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
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
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
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
Midcentury Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Table Att. to Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century wrought iron and metal mesh garden, patio, poolside table, attributed to Woodard. The table features rectangular metal mesh top, on a continuous wrought iron leg base. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Spanish, 1980s Bamboo Glass Dining Table with Glass Tabletop
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish, 1980s bamboo glass dining table with smoked glass tabletop Thick and strong bamboo stalks give ample support for a dark smoked glass tabletop.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Glass
$3,592 Sale Price
20% Off
Carl Auböck Model #9050 'Chunky Grip' Polished Brass Drawer Pull
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #9050 'Chunky Grip' Polished Brass Drawer Pull
Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese drawer pull is executed in choice of polished brass or...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Nickel
1940s Hessian Soldiers Andirons
Located in New York, NY
1940s Hessian soldiers cast iron andirons.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$1,050 / set
1950's Flamed Leaf Andirons and Matching Tools.
Located in New York, NY
1950's Mid - Century Modern Flamed leaf Andirons with matching fireplace tools.
The bras leaf forms sit on Newly re-finished iron stands and are in Great vintage condition.
The match...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
$2,800 / set
Abstract Landscape Mid-Century Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A charming mid-century stained glass window depicting an abstract winter landscape. With it vivid colours and abstract stained glass panels suggestive of hills, a forest, water and s...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
Pair of Willy Guhl Concrete Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Bozeman, MT
Good pair of Willy Guhl square concrete planters for Eternit. Ca 1960s Switzerland.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
1960's Rid-Jid Folding Patio Set (Table & 2 Chairs) by Salterini
By Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Salterini stands at the forefront of innovative outdoor furniture, commanding the attention of mid-century design enthusiasts and collectors alike. Their folding pieces are essential...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
'Tradition' Outdoor Lounge Sofa Set in Teak for Fritz Hansen 4 Piece Set
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tradition' Outdoor Lounge Sofa Set in Teak for Fritz Hansen 4 Piece Set
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship with an emphasis on sustainability, the brand’s re-editions of iconic pieces from such Danish Modern greats as Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, and Vico Magistretti pay homage to the originals while thoughtfully incorporating innovation and responsibly sourced materials.
The 'Tradition' outdoor collection, designed by Povl B. Eskildsen for Fritz Hansen, incorporates traditional spindle furniture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Teak
Pair of Venini handles in Murano glass Torcello and Brass 1940s Gold
By Venini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of Venini handles in Murano glass Torcello and brass 1940s Gold
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
$1,144 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Custom Handmade Steel Fireplace Screen with Brass Fittings
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Custom designed Steel Fireplace Screen with Brass Fittings made in our Old Plank Workshop. This style is very indicative of French 40's as well as Art Deco. We can...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Sculptural Swan Metal Garden Planters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oversized Garden Planters or Jardinieres in the shape of a swan. Details of the face and feathers are both well done and graceful.
The pair make a lovely addition to any garden or patio setting - they can add to a very sophisticated space or used on the side of whimsical. Pre-cut drainage holes and ready for planting - they could also be used up high flanking an entry or down low for a door way...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
$5,800 / set
!950's Italian Glazed Earthenware Door Pull
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage Italian door pull made of an 11.5" x 4" x 0.75" slab tile of painted and glazed earthenware with a cast anodized aluminum mount.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Faux Marble Painted Wooden Pedestal, circa 1970s
Located in Germantown, MD
Faux Marble Painted Wooden Pedestal, Circa 1970s.
Very good condition. Measures 11"W x 11"D x 30H
W Churu.
Category
Mid-20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of modernist cast iron and wrought iron andirons. French work. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Set of Three Vintage Wrought Iron and Metal Mesh Garden Patio Nesting Tables
Located in New York, NY
Set of three nesting tables, suitable for indoor outdoor, patio, garden, poolside tables, attributed to Woodard, circa 1950/1970's. The tables have wrought iron bases, with metal mesh tops, all are structurally sound and sturdy, all show some cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Usable as is or we offer custom powder coating, if you prefer a more polished look.
Please view our extensive collection of vintage garden, patio, poolside, sunroom furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Copper Watering Can Around, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Copper Watering Can Around, 1950s
Original condition
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Mathieu Matégot Black and Grey Lacquered Metal Wall Planter Holder, circa 1950
Located in Berlin, DE
Wall hanging planter holder "Chambord" designed by Mathieu Matégot, circa 1950. Manufactured in France by Ateliers Matégot. The Holder is made of ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Fireplace Tool Set
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Fireplace Tool Set, 20th Century, comprising: stand, broom, shovel, and poker. 30" H x 6" W x 6" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
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
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
An American Regency Style Gray Aluminum Garden Lounge Chair by Brown Jordan
By Brown Jordan
Located in San Francisco, CA
A stylish American mid-century regency style gray painted aluminum garden lounge chair by Brown Jordan; the sturdy aluminum frame with adjustable back rest; raised on graceful splaye...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
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
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
$1,144 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hand woven bamboo screen partition Italian 1960s Pink
Located in Palermo, Sicily
RARE PIECE OF ITALIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP , woven bamboo separe and pink lacquered, small shortcomings as pictured.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
$2,384 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Flower Pot in Leatherette Finish, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Faux Leather
Square Planter by Willy Guhl, Switzerland 1950s
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very nice patina.
We have a total of six of the same type and many other models by Willy Guhl.
Swiss designer Willy Guhl (1915-2004) was well known for his weather resistant plante...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Pair of Brass Andirons in the Style of Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of brass and wrought iron. This is a French work in the style of famous French designer Raymond Subes. Circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
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
Woodard Chair with Orange Seat and Back Pad
Located in New York, NY
Unusual metal frame chair with orange vinyl pad seats. Please view the matching large sofa we have listed from this stylish set. Attributed to Woodard Furniture.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn with Handles, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl in a heavy matte white paint. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth and two handles right under the upper rim. The body of the jar tapers down t...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Representing a Stylized Nude Woman Signed Quellier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist cast iron fireback displays a nude woman with a scythe and ears of wheat. This piece is stamped and signed M Quellier? This is a French work, circa 1950.
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Expertly Restored -Hugo Frandsen Floating Teak Planters for Spøttrup Stolefabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hugo Frandsen floating teak planters for Spøttrup Stolefabrik.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing histor...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
California Modern Pro Artisan Olive Green Stoneware Planter by David Cressey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California Modern Pro Artisan Olive Green Stoneware Planter by David Cressey.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
$409 Sale Price
24% Off
Woodard Sculptura Stool, Ottoman, Footrest in Metal Mesh and Wrought Iron
Located in New York, NY
Rare Woodard Sculptura ottoman footrest, ottoman, stool, in very good, clean and ready to use condition. This form is sought after, and not o...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of modernist wrought iron andirons in the style of Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of modernist andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Coral Amoeba Ombre Sparkle Planter
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed and manufactured by Oakland artist Justin Kiene, these organic planters and vases are inspired by the shapes of the natural and microscopic world.
Each piece is hand thrown...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
Pair of modernist cast iron and wrought iron andirons. French work by Raymond Su
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work by Raymond Subes. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Large Diablo Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Diablo-shaped planter designed by Swiss architect and designer Willy Guhl for Eternit. This weather resistant piece combines beautiful organic lines with a wonderful patina.
The na...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Mid-Century Willy Guhl Style Square Concrete Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Willy Guhl inspired, square concrete planter. Handsomely minimalist indoor or outdoor planter, stamped with 'JM' logo. This planter is in original condition and has some...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Italian mid-century modern beige and white metal radiator cover, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern beige and white metal radiator cover, 1950s
Vintage and fantastic radiator cover with rectangular base, entirely made o...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Italian 1970s Bamboo Flower Planter
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1970s bamboo flower planter.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
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
Watering can vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Watering can vienna around 1950s
The wicker is made of plastic
Polished and stove enameled
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Door Handle in Petrified Wood Push Pull Architectural
Located in London, GB
Solid pertrified wood slice push and pull door handle in an organic pattern in a range of colors from brown to ocher. Petrified wood is millions old fossilized wood, literally 'wood ...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
MCM Spun Fiberglass Forest Green Outdoor Dining Table & 4 Armchairs on Casters
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful 1960’s vintage Mid-Century Modern spun fiberglass forest green painted outdoor or patio dining table & four armchairs on casters. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. New paint but not done by us. Needs cushions. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections, circa, Mid-20th Century.
Who needs to go to a fancy restaurant for dinner when you can stay home and have fine dining like this? This is a fabulous spun fiberglass outdoor dining set comprised of a table with a cinched pedestal base and a round top with a glass insert and four armchairs on casters. So often pieces like this are Attributed to Russell Woodard, and throughout the design community there are debates and discussions as to what in fact defines a Russell Woodard piece, but in fact he never produced spun fiberglass furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
1950s French Fire Tool Chrome Fireplace Set Style Pierre Guariche
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Made in France circa the late 1950s.
Mid Century Chrome Plated French Fire Tool Fireplace Set
Style of Pierre Guariche
Vintage item with new chrome p...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
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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