Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
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
Modern Abstract Sculpture in Solid Alabaster by Mark Leblanc, USA
Located in Deland, FL
Hand-sculpted in pure, solid alabaster this fascinating sculpture is absolutely arresting from every angel. Sculpted by Mark Leblanc, an accomplished designer and craftsmen renowned for his Organic Modern pieces audaciously carved from all-natural materials, this extraordinary piece is ideal for collectors and designers alike. Reminiscent of a water droplet, with an intricate carved dimple hidden within the piece, this sculpture features exquisite patterns of cream mixed with rose-colored swirls and veins left behind by iron deposits within the ancient alabaster during it's formation millions of years ago. This sculpture is the very definition of one of a kind so when it's gone, it's gone forever. Make it yours today.
Mark Leblanc (currently on display in the ABT Modern...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Alabaster
Thirteen Silver Plate Seashells
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enticing group of thirteen vintage seashells representing exotic species enhanced with silver plate. Signed Ruzzetti and Gow Italy.
Sizes range from:
H: 3 W: 2 D: 3
H: 6 W: 6 D: 1
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Silver Plate
C2 Rainoldi over 37 inch Beech Wood Pinocchio 1980s Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
Once upon a time, Master Geppetto created a beautiful little boy from a log of wood. The little boy suddenly came to life and was named Pinocchio. Pinocchio is basically a good littl...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood, Beech
Masonic Statesmen Goebel Figurines George Washington, Ben Franklin 1957
Located in Den Haag, NL
Masonic Brothers/Statesmen Goebel Figurines George Washington, Ben Franklin 1957 ,
very good condition. signed .
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Ceramic
Natural Seashell Trumpet Triton Sea Snail
Located in Naples, IT
A beautiful natural specimen, Charonia is a genus of very large sea snail, commonly known as Triton's trumpet or Triton snail. They are marine gastropod moll...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Cherry Blossom
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Cherry Blossom
A rare antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around 1900....
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Barley
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Barley
A rare antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around 1900. Highly ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Italian Art Nouveau gilded metal tree sculpture
Located in Milano, IT
Step into the grandeur of a classic living room, where the air is filled with a timeless elegance that whispers stories of the past. Amidst the opulence, there stands a mesmerizing m...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Quartz Sculptures on Lucite
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of chic Mid Century sculptures having quartz specimens artistically arraigned in brass receptacles on brass rods presented on lucite bases.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Vintage Coastal La Vietrese Monumental Glazed Ceramic Under the Sea Vase
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse coastal elegance into your space with this vintage La Vietrese monumental glazed ceramic Under The Sea vase. Crafted with exquisite detail, this piece brings the ocean's beaut...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern 78" Tall Narrow Drift Wood Sculpture Specimen on Wooden Base
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern 78" Tall Narrow Drift Wood Sculpture Specimen on Wooden Base.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Steel
78" Tall & Narrow Natural Art Light Driftwood Specimen Sculpture on Wooden Base
Located in Rockaway, NJ
78" Tall & Narrow Natural Art Light Driftwood Specimen Sculpture on Wooden Base Mint!
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Light Wood 73" Tall Narrow Driftwood Sculpture on Steel Base
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Light Wood 73" Tall Narrow Driftwood Sculpture on Steel Base MINT
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Steel
Mexican Sermel Papier Mâché Small Mushroom Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
Papier mâché small mushroom by Sermel. Hand painted design with overall areas of wear and minimal paint loss. Signed on the underside.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Paper
Rotating Agate Geode With Amethyst Crystals
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rotating Agate Geode With Amethyst Crystals. The base of this natural specimen is made in a way hat allows the geode to turn in a 360 degree angle. It can be turned to face any direc...
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Amethyst
Vintage Group of Five Silver Overlay Seashells, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking group of five mid century assorted seashell specimens sculpturally enhanced with a silver overlay. Priced individually.
Top Left H: 5 W: 8 D: 5.5 $1,450.00
Top Cente...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Metal
Awesome Huge Mid-Century Modern Olive Mushroom
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Handmade.
Incredibly beautiful grain.
Very good condition.
Category
1960s Portuguese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Olive
Gorgeous Mid Century Modern Natural Driftwood Mounted Specimen Sculpture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous natural specimen of driftwood professionally turned into a modern sculpture. This is a large and very decorative piece of natural driftwood and will look great on ...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Driftwood
One Of A Kind Natural Clamshell Mounted on a Natural Coral Base .
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful natural clamshell with cream color patina, professionally clean and mounted on original natural coral base, with some accents of rock Crystal and citrine crystal .
Come in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral, Rock Crystal
French Gypsum Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970 s tree statue , Vintage artist school work .
Small Man H: 24 W:6 D:5,5
WOMEN H: 22.5 W:6 D:6
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster
Beautiful and Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell #3
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful and Large Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell. I purchased a collection of large beautiful Sea Shells from an antique store in Newport.
Category
1940s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Large Standing 6.5' Tall Abstract Driftwood Sculpture on Wooden Block Base MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Standing 6.5' Tall Abstract Driftwood Sculpture on Wooden Block Base MINT!
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Driftwood
Highly Decorative Large Natural Sea Shell #2
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Highly Decorative Natural Beautiful Sea Shell. Large size.
Category
1940s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Large Beautiful and Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell #5
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Large Beautiful and Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell. I purchased a collection of large shells from an antique store in Newport.
Category
1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Sculpture in Wood Butalist Design, 1950s France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Description: this sculpture was made in the 1950s in France. It consists of a black oak base and an oak ball carved . Very nice work combining organic form and raw material.
Conditi...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Oak
Large Highly Decorative Old Natural Sea Shell #4
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Large Natural Highly Decorative Sea Shell. Great for decorating! I purchased a collection of Sea Shells from a antique store in Newport.
Category
1940s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Pair of 1970s Longhorn Steer Horns Mounted on Lucite Bases by Jean Roy Designs
By Jean Roy Designs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Fantastic and sculptural pair of natural steer horns on custom lucite bases circa 1970s, designed by Jean Roy Designs of California. Label. In fine condition,...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Horn, Lucite
Mica Mineral Specimen
Located in New York, NY
A large vintage mica specimen featuring mica blades clustered together in various positions and angles. Considering the general flakiness of mica, this pi...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Big Bull Ceramic by Dominique Pouchain
Located in Lasne, BE
Ceramic statue in the shape of a bull. Stamped Dominique Pouchain.
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Ceramic
Vittorio Constantini Rare Venetian Murano Lampwork Glass Wasp Figure
By Vittorio Constantini
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and incredible life like and sized Italian Venetian lampwork glass model of a bee made by renowned and acclaimed glass maker Vittorio Costanti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Teaching Aid Modell of an Ear - Somso ca. 1900
By Somso
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Teaching Aid Modell of an Ear - Somso ca. 1900
A folding model of an ear. It was used as teaching material in German schools ca. 1900. It is made of wood and paper mache by ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Italian Mid Century Modern Hand Painted Sculpture
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid Century Modern hand painted women sculpture.
Place of Origin: Italy
Date of Manufacture: 1950s
In style: Mid Century Modern
Materials & Techniques: Ceramic
Condition: ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Teaching Aid - Structure of the Human Skin, Plaster on Wood
By Somso
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Teaching Aid - Structure of the Human Skin, Plaster on Wood
An antique hand-painted anatomical wall model depicting the structure of the human skin with roots of the hair. T...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Vintage Teaching Aid Modell of An Ear - Somso ca. 1960
By Somso
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Teaching Aid Modell of An Ear - Somso ca. 1960
A folding model of an ear. Used as teaching material in German schools ca. 1960. Made of wood and plastic by Somso, Germany.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Heath
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Heath
A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the heath. Us...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Panicula (panicle)
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Panicula (panicle)
A great antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Grassland
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Grassland
A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the grassland. Used as teaching ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household pests
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household pests
A vintage school teaching showcase with household pests specimen behind glass. Used as teaching material in German schools c...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Forest Edge
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Forest Edge
A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the forest edge. Used as teachin...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
School Teaching Display Anthill of the Horse Ant
Located in Berghuelen, DE
School Teaching Display Anthill of the Horse Ant
A vintage school teaching glass display of the anthill of the horse ant. It shows the hill and inhabitants thereof, the life inside ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
Great Vintage School Teaching Display Vermins in the Garden and Forest
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display Vermins in the Garden and Forest
A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the pests in the garden and in the forest. Used ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood, Glass
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household pests
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household Pests
A vintage school teaching showcase with household pests specimen behind glass. Used as teaching material in German schools c...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Fresh Water Habitat
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Fresh Water Habitat
A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the fresh water habitat. Used as teaching material in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Grain Grate
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Grain Grate
A great antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around 1900. H...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Spica (simple ear)
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Spica (simple ear)
A great antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Umbella (umbel)
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Umbella (umbel)
A great antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around 190...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Large 25" Tall Artist Signed Driftwood Root Burl Wood Natural Sculpture NICE!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 25" Tall Artist Signed Driftwood Root Burl Wood Natural Sculpture NICE!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Burl
Venetian Murano Clown Under The Mushroom
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Venetian Murano Clown Under The Mushroom
Murano, Italy art glass clown and mushroom figurine. The clown is holding on to the mushroom stem and look...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Teaching Model Longitudinal Profile of the Grain
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Teaching Model Longitudinal Profile of the Grain
A great antique hand-painted model of the grain with removable germ. Made of papier ma...
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Italian Hand Carved Timber Deer Head Sculpture
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Unique Italian hand carved deer Sculpture made of timber.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Set of Five Vintage Italian Alabaster Grape Clusters with Wood Stems
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This set of Mid-century handcrafted alabaster grape clusters with wood stems transports one to the vineyards of Italy. Consisting of two large ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Alabaster
Small Murano Glass Sweet Pepper Fruit of 'A Canne' Glass
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Small Murano Glass Sweet Pepper Fruit of 'A Canne' Glass
A nice Murano parika fruit made of multicoloured a canne glass.
artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing with fa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Ceramic Scallion Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Ceramic Scallion Sculpture, 1950s.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Wood Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage wood sculpture by the student in scuola di belle arti in Venice
a public academy of art in Venice.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
MCM Palm Frond / Leaf Sculpture in Teak
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool Mid-Century Modern palm frond / leaf sculpture on base in teak, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 17.5W x 4"D x 3.5"H. A fun piece tha...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Teak
Italian Modern Wooden Botanic Model
Located in Roma, IT
A botanic didactical specimen in the manner of the famous German botanist Robert Brendel.
"In the late 19th century Robert Brendel and his son Reinhold produced beautiful and accur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Amethyst Geode Stone on Iron Stand
Located in Pasadena, CA
Amethyst Geode Stone on Iron Stand measurements are approx 18 w x 15 high x 5.5 deep with stand 15.5 high and base diameter is 8.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Amethyst
Coco De Mer Nut Sculptural Box by Antony Redmile, London
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a rare and magnificent object fashioned from a rare coco de mer nut and Ostrich egg by Antony Redmile. The box is secured to a wooden base with a silvered stand, holding both sides of the coconut. The coconut is a rich dark chocolate brown and appears to be warmly polished. The top of the box is silvered and adorned with beautiful malachite specimens. 2 small cast resin boar's teeth set with malachite are present on either side of the box, much like handles. Decorative silvered fittings hold ostrich eggs that serve as the lids to the box. Finally, a silvered fitting holds an oval malachite finial...
Category
1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Malachite, Silver Plate
Mid-century Modern natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern natural specimens 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 natural specimens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern natural specimens made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original natural specimens, popular names associated with this style include Robert Brendel, Somso, Anthony Redmile London, FS Henemader Antiques, and Inc.. 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 natural specimens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $89 and tops out at $22,500 while the average work can sell for $1,650.
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