Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
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 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
Mid-Century Italian Photo Frame in Solid Brass, Hollywood Regency, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous Italian picture frame in the shape of a book fully made in solid brass. This outsanding Hollywood Regency piece was made in Italy in the 1950s.
This finely crafted photo ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass
David L. Deming Brass Abstract Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass abstract sculpture or paperweight by artist David L. Deming c.1969, USA. This weighty object has interlocking squares and rectangular shapes. It would be great as an office pap...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
1950s Modern Electric Fan by General Electric
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
1950s Modern Electric Fan by General Electric in fantastic conditions, working at perfection.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Horse Motif Desk Magnifier Glass in Silver
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Desk magnifier glass designed by Hermes.
Fabulous and highly decorative piece, created in Paris, France by the house of Hermes, back in the 1960. ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Bust Head of Nefertiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful acrylic resin head of Nefertiti. A compliment to any shelf, desk or work station. Could be used as a paper weight or bookend as well. The piece is of good size and is wel...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Resin
Mid Century James Mont Ashtray
By James Mont
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Beautiful and unique ashtray attributed to James Mont, circa 1960s. Has a Mayan/Aztec theme design throughout.
Mostly in great shape with some light d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Horse Motif Paper Weight Letter 0pener in Silver
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Desk paper weight letter opener set designed by Hermes.
Fabulous and highly decorative piece, created in Paris, France by the house of Hermes, back in the 1960. This useful horse-...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Cartier Paris 1970 Wallet Minaudiere in Iridescent Lizard 18k Gold & Sapphire
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A wallet minaudiere designed by Cartier Paris.
An exceptional, beautiful and extremely rare wallet minaudiere, created in Paris France by the luxury house of Cartier, back in the 1970. This incredible piece has been specially crafted for the exclusive Cartier department "S" of "Select de Cartier", in genuine iridescent lizard leather with accents made in 18 karats yellow gold and mount in a bezel with a round cabochon cut of a natural blue sapphire.
Has a measurements of 101.6 mm by 146 mm (4 x 5.75 Inches) and the Size of Euro or Dollar currency banknotes perfectly fit inside.
Stamped with the maker's cartouche, French hallmark and signed, "Cartier PARIS MADE IN FRANCE".
History: On the 19th of June, 1920, the House of Cartier in Paris created a collection of accessories so special they resembled jewels in their precious materials and expert craftsmanship. This collection was known as "Cartier S...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Green Cobra Table Phone, Ericofon by LM Ericsson
Located in Vienna, AT
Vintage Rotary dial green ericofone. This is the model Cobra. It is made of thermoplastic ABS
Designed in the 1950s in Sweden by Hugo Blomberg, Ralph...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Steel
Murano Smoky Photo Frame by Barovier e Toso - 2 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage picture frame with hand blown clear and smoky Murano "Torciglione" glass border / Designed by Barovier e Toso circa 1960's / Original mark on frame / Made in Italy
Measures:...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Functional Tesla Phone 1962, Československo
By Tesla
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition.
- Fully functional.
- Tesla manufacturer.
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Bakelite
Mid Century Italian Ashtray and Perpetual Calendar in the Style of Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Roma, IT
it is an object from other times, not only because it was produced more than sixty years ago but because the calendar, with the advent of technology, is an object that was previously...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Chrome
Sergio Asti Black & White Veined Marble Bowl for Up & Up
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This black and white veined marble bowl was made by Atelier International for Up & Up and designer Sergio Asti. It is heavy and solid and makes for a great spot to store common housh...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Marble, Belgian Black Marble
Set of 4 Tiffany & Co. Silver Rulers in Original Pouches
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Tiffany & Co. silver plate metric rulers measuring 7 inches (17 centimeters) long. Comes in an authentic Tiffany & Co. branded aqua-colored felt pouch. Brand new condition. Great unisex gift for any holiday or occasion, birthday, or office.
The legendary Tiffany brand was founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Silver Plate
Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Base Collectible Art Glass
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Collectible Art Glass.
Beautiful heavy large glass paperweight featuring yellow ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Large Murano Decorative Blown Glass Wrapped Blue Hard Candy Paperweight
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage large Murano decorative blown glass wrapped blue hard candy paperweight.
Vintage oversized Murano blue blown glass candy sculpture of candy wra...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Rolex Vintage Table Top Display Mirror Burl Wood 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Munich, DE
Rolex burl wood frame adjustable mirror store display. Collectors item from seventies with old logo writing Rolex. A highly collectible piece and a must have for any watch lover or h...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Vintage Viking Glass Hippopotamus Figure Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful clear glass hippopotamus paperweight by the Viking Glass Company. The glass figurine is flat on the back side, this allows the figure to s...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Glass
Pair of Vintage Walnut Desk Trays by Peter Pepper
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A fantastic pair of vintage walnut paper trays and desk organizers by Peter Pepper Products. One tray is large enough to be used for standard size pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Fan by Femesa, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Fan by Femesa.
Manufactured in Spain, circa 1960.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Materials:
Me...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Carl Auböck Model #4327 Polished Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #4327 polished brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria.
Pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Fontana Arte Glass paperweight with two decorative silver coins, Italy 1958
By Fontana Arte
Located in Milan, IT
Fontana Arte Glass paperweight with two decorative silver coins, Italy 1958
This paperweight was made as a souvenir for the 50th anniversary of the Italian A.E.C Electrical company.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Silver
Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Table Lighter
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Table Lighter.
Whimsical sculpture owl lighter in alabaster very collectible made in Italy.
Glass eyes, red and beige tone ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Alabaster
Imhof Switzerland 1960 World Timer 8 Days Desk Clock in Bronze with 24h Scales
By Arthur Imhof
Located in Miami, FL
Desk world timer clock designed by Arthur Imhof.
Fabulous and highly attractive desk-table clock, created in Switzerland by the clocks makers house of Imhof, back in the 1960. Thi...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Silver, Bronze, Enamel
Brazilian Mid-Century Jacaranda Paperclip Paperweight Sculpture, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilan mid-century paperclip desk or table sculpture from the 1960s. Paperclip is functional.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Carl Aubock Brass "Hand" Letter Opener #7208
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Carl Aubock Brass "Hand" Letter Opener #7208. Currently produced by Carl Auböck IV in the original Auböck workshop in Vienna, Austria using the same standards, high-quality materials...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Vintage Music Drum, 1970’s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Vintage music drum, made in the 70’s in Czechoslovakia. It was originally originally part of a drum kit. In good Vintage condition.
Measures: Height: 46 cm...
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Iron
Petite Jack / Jax Bookend Made in Solid Metal
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, we offer this sculptural Jack made in metal.
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Dice Aluminum Metal Sculpture or Paper Weight Mid-Century Modern, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A german vintage aluminum paperweight or sculpture featuring a dice balanced on one corner. Art Deco style, inspired by the 1930s designs of Edgar Brandt. A minimalist dice sculpture...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass, Copper
Vintage Cartographer's Set, English, Nickel, Architect, Draughtsman, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage cartographer's set. An English, nickel architect's or draughtsman's case by Temple Instruments of Wolverhampton, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Fascinating mid-20th century instrument case with quality tools
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Brass finished nickel tools present well, with appealing light golden tones
Presented within a textured carry case with gold tooled Temple Debrett Precision mark
Comprising 13 pieces with accessory pointer and an extending beam
Pair of large compass dividers and three bow compass
The pair of ruling...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Glass Ashtray by Josef Rozinek for Novy Bor Glassworks, 1960s
By Josef Rozinek, Novy Bor Glassworks
Located in Praha, CZ
This beautiful heavy glass ashtray was designed by Josef Rozinek and made by Glassworks Novy Bor. Very good vintage condition. Weight is approximat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass
Murano Green Photo Frame by Barovier e Toso - 3 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage picture frame with hand blown clear and green Murano "Torciglione" glass border / Designed by Barovier e Toso circa 1960's / Original mark on frame / Made in Italy
Measures:...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Carl Aubock Patinated Brass Bookends #4636
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Carl Aubock patinated brass bookends #4636. Produced by Carl Auböck IV in the original Auböck workshop in Vienna, Austria using the same standards, high-quality materials, original m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Rabinet D'Enfert Paris 1970 Rare Desk Set Duo 24kt Gold Gilding & Silver-Plate
Located in Miami, FL
A desk set duo designed by Ravinet D'Enfert.
Fabulous pieces, made in Paris France by the very exclusive luxury accessories house of Rabinet D'Enfert, back in the 1970's. The work...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Gold, Silver, Silver Plate
1980s Gorgeous Swatch Phone "Pick me Up", Memphis Style
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Original astonishing Swatch phone "Pick me Up". In very excellent condition. It works perfectly. Memphis style. It was an icon in the 80s for its am...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Plastic
Gucci 1970 Milano Very Rare Vintage Horse Bit Trinket Tray in 24kt Gild Brass
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare pieces designed by Gucci.
An iconic trinket single dish-tray designed by the house of Gucci in Milan Italy, back in the 1970s. It is very heavy and was crafted in solid brass with a 24 kt gold gilding. Have the double G, for the Guccio Gucci logo, made in nickel.
It is signed Gucci and have the original leather undersides mat. Signed over the tawny leather, in gold letters, "MADE IN ITALY BY GUCCI ".
The measures fully extended are, 32 mm by 89 mm by 152 mm (1.25 x 3.5 x 6 Inches).
Very elegant, rare and a great item for any serious collector. They are in gorgeous impeccable condition with no trace of use, no dents or bad marks. It is accompanied by the original Gucci green dust bag.
Gucci, was founded in 1921 in the Tuscany region of Italy, in Florence , when Guccio Gucci bought his own shop on 7, Via della Vigna Nuova in Florence, Azienda Individuale Guccio Gucci, where he sold imported leather luggage. He also opened a small workshop to have his own leather goods made by local craftsmen. Eventually, a larger workshop had to be acquired to house Gucci's 60 artisans. In 1935 the invasion of Ethiopia by Mussolini led the League of Nations to impose a trade embargo on Italy. Leather became scarce, pushing Guccio Gucci to introduce other fabrics in the composition of the products, such as raffia, wicker, wood, linen and, jute. The rombi motif, a Gucci signature, was created. The Gucci's developed a new tanning technique to produce "cuoio grasso", which became a Gucci trademark. In 1937, Gucci launched its handbags. Under the direction of Aldo Gucci...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Gold, Brass
Danish Leather Paper Basket with Handle, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Leather paper basket, Denmark 1960s with handle. The width of the basket including the handle is 34 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Leather
Paperweight Caithness Scotland Signed Collectible " Obsession" with Box 1970's
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Caithness Scotland "Obsession" Signed collectible Paperweight in original box with the Caithness Collectors club paperwork.
Caithness Scotland- collectible "Obsession" art glass paperweight.
Caithness Scottish glass designer paperweight...
Category
Late 20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Functional Tesla Phone 1960, Československo
By Tesla
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition.
- Fully functional.
- Tesla manufacturer.
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Bakelite
Small Sculpture of Fluid Man Representing Phallus
Located in Milano, IT
Small sculpture in chromed metal representing the fluid man, designed in the 50s.
In jargon it is called "sexual fluidity": that is the tendency of people under 25 to choose a partner of their own or of the other sex, without limits and without taboos. The pleasure and experimentation together, following the circumstances, availability and predilection of the moment.
The vintage metal sculpture...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Question Mark Midcentury "?" Paperweight, Solid Brass, Austria, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming and decorative paperweight in the shape of a question mark from the 1970s. Made of solid brass, in good condition with nice patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Imhof Switzerland 1960 World Timer 8 Days Desk Clock in Bronze and 24h Scales
By Arthur Imhof
Located in Miami, FL
Desk world timer clock designed by Arthur Imhof.
Fabulous and highly attractive desk-table clock, created in Switzerland by the clocks makers house of Imhof, back in the 1960. Thi...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
1970s Oak and Chrome Peter Pepper Letter Tray and Mail Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
A fantastic solid oak paper tray and letter holder. High quality construction with chrome elements. Peter Pepper Products produced many icons of California Designs. USA, 1970s.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Oak
Carl Auböck Handcrafted Razor Blade Brass Paperweight #5378, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
A handmade paperweight in the shape of a razorblade, model 5378, originally designed by Carl Aubock in the 1950s. A very charming piece, reissued by Werkstätte Auböck in Vienna / Aus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4100 Patinated Brass Bookends
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4100 patinated brass bookends. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in patinated brass.
Price is f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
1960s Swedish Kosta Boda Olive Glass Warrior Shield & Sword Dish by Erik Hoglund
Located in London, GB
1960s Small Swedish paperweight, ashtray or trinket dish which is made from a thick piece of square coloured light olive glass. The warrior with a sword...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Murano Art Glass Blue Glass Perfume Bottle with Stopper Italy 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Murano art glass perfume bottle with original stopper in light sky blue with black stripes and a clear stopper.
Hand Blown glass in blue and black swirl.
The perfume bottle h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
One Mid-Century Modern Faceted Glass Diamond Shaped Figurine Paperweight Desk
Located in Miami, FL
One Mid-Century Modern faceted glass diamond shaped magnifying paperweight, Figurine, Sculpture or Desk accessory. In good condition no chips, light scratches to the faceted glass.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass
Cartier Paris 1950 Midcentury Bamboo Mechanical Pencil in 14kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Bamboo pencil designed by Cartier.
Very unusual and useful luxury piece, created in Paris France by the iconic house of Cartier, during the mid century period, back in the 1950's....
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Gold
Stone Inkwell, Souvenir from Oran Area, circa 1940, Morocco
Located in Labrit, Landes
Marocain stone inkwell
The sculpture represents a horseshoe surrounded by branches of leaves
The words "Souvenir oranais" are wroten in French on ...
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1940s Moroccan Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Stone
Compulsion Gallery Pewter Jaguar 1955-1959 Edition Mark i Car Must See Pictures
By Jaguar Cars Ltd.
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Compulsion Gallery Pewter model of a Jaguar Mark I made in 1955-1959
This is one of the sleekest and most elegant cars ever made, it was produced during 1955-1959, can you imagine post war Britain...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Pewter
Italian Handcrafted Animal Sculpture, 1960s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian ceramic animal sculptures are a popular and beautiful form of art. Italy has a rich tradition of ceramic production and many skilled ar...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Ceramic
Trio of Midcentury Decorative Marble Desk or Shelf Objects
Located in London, GB
A set of three marble specimens.
Belgium, circa 1970s.
Formed in spheres.
Two green specimens - 8.5 diameter, a slightly larger sphere at 10 diameter in cm.
Price is for the ...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Marble
Bear Artglass Sculpture Designed by Livio Seguso, circa 1970s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Bear Artglass sculpture Designed by Livio Seguso, circa 1970s
A stylized sculpture of a bear in solid smoke grey glass. It is hand made in the Gral glass manufactory, Germany. Desig...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Cobolt Blue Sommerso Vase by Flavio Poli
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A Venician made Sommerso faceted vase in cobolt blue color by the Murano based artist Flavio Poli. This piece of art is from around 1960 for "Seguso Vetri ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Faux Oak Paper Waste Basket from Ira, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare oval trash can for paper/desk litter. Its made from Tin-plate covered by a faux oak foil. Made by Ira in Denmark circa 1960. Measurements: H: 28.5 cm, W: 27.5, D: 19 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
20th Century Fontana Arte Soliflore Vase Mod 2393 in Crystal, Nickeled Brass 50s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Turin, Turin
FontanaArte is an Italian company founded in Milan (as Fontana Arte) in 1932 by Luigi Fontana and Giò Ponti and specializing in glass processing and the production of furnishing accessories. It is known for working with curved crystal and producing lighting fixtures, becoming a prominent name in Italian design over the years.
Here we have a vertical "Soliflore" vase model 2393 in thick crystal and nickel-plated brass by Fontana Arte designed in 50s. This decorative object is a perfect idea for a gift (wedding, graduation, new born...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
Noel BC Chrome and Brass Metal Desk Set and Box, Italy 1970s
By Noel BC
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Noel BC Italy designed this modernist desk accessory set in the 1970s. The set is built with a rectangular box and a contact book. The pieces boast a geometric shape with chrome and gilt brass design in silver and gold colors. The interior of the box is in black Lucite or acrylic. The contact book is in immaculate condition and has never been used. The best way to keep your contacts in a safe place is the old-fashioned way.
The desktop set...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Mid-century Modern desk accessories for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern desk accessories 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 desk accessories created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern desk accessories made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desk accessories, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Fratelli Toso, Walter Bosse, and Herta Baller. 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 desk accessories differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $34 and tops out at $28,500 while the average work can sell for $548.
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Equestrian Desk
Bath Accessory
Bath Accessories
Crystal Inkwell With Lid
Telephone Cord
Retro Pen Holder For Desk
Hermes Desk Set
Sterling Silver Magnifying Glass
Dial Telephone
Tiffany Pens
Victorian Antique Magnifying Glass
Tiffany Pen
Office Paper Organizer
Antique Magnifiers
Antique Magnifier
Irish Antique Desk
Rotary Desk
Wax Seal Stamp