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Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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
Dona Rosa Barro Negro Black Pottery 4" Carved Owl Figurine Mid Century Modern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dona Rosa Black Pottery 4" Carved Owl Figurine Oaxaca Mexico Mid Century Modern. (Unmarked). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: (Owl) 4" H x 2.5" x W x 2.25" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Grandfather green lacquer chinoiserie wood European Clock
By A. Santos, Portugal 1
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous Large grandfather clock, in excellent working order, Winsminster and Ave Maria Clock from the Portuguese house of the 19th century, "Reguladora", the oldest house in the Ibe...
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1950s Portuguese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Vintage Mid Century Modern Italian Baldelli Ceramics Cat Coin Collector.
Located in Seattle, WA
Circa 1960s , this Coin collector has a Hand painted face and speckled mustard yellow glaze. Painted black on the bottom with Italy Mark. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pic...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

1960s Wall Clock in Murano Glass by "Cà Dei Vetrai". Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous wall clock in Murano glass by "Cà dei Vetrai" it's signed on the back. Made in Italy. It's in excellent condition and it works perfectly with an AA battery (quartz mec...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

CLOSING SALE Scottish Deerhound or Sighthound Wall Sculpture/Dog Bust
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLOSING SALE Scottish Deerhound or Sighthound Wall Sculpture/Dog Bust *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This wall sculpture appears to be made from cold c...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Pottery, Porcelain, Ceramic

Set of three Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Family 1960s Mid-Century Modern, Mauritius
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of three lovely mysterious dodo bird figurines, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guys are loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nurembe...
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1960s Mauritian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

20th century design brown ceramic and leather decorative box by Longchamps Paris
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Longchamps Paris Decorative brown ceramic and leather box Original perfect condition Vintage decorative piece Signed under the base Longchamps Paris Height 20 cm Large 11 cm ...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Leather

Large Set of Stoff Nagel Sculptural Stackable Candleholders with Candles, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A comprehensive set consisting of 20 Mid-Century Modern stackable tripod candle holders / candle sticks from the 1960s. Designed by Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel, manufactured by BMF...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal, Chrome

1960s Gorgeous Pink Ashtray or Catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso.
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous pink ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. No chips or other, this item is perfect in excellent condition. Dimension; ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

Mid-century modern Nils Landberg Glass Vase, "Dusk" for Orrefors, Sweden
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A beautiful handmade vintage sommerso glass vase, made and signed by talented Nils Landberg for Orrefors glassworks, Sweden in the 1960s. This vase has a dark grey/green colour which...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass

Murano Large Vase with baloton bubbles in gold leaf and Cobalt Blue beads
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Large Murano Vase with vertical beads in Cobalt blue and baloton regularily spread bubbles in the clear part. The clear part carries 24K gold leaf that is printed with baloton (a pin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

1970s Freeform Ceramic Soliflore Vase – Pink and Beige Glaze, Mid-Century Modern
Located in ROUEN, FR
1970s Freeform Ceramic Soliflore Vase – Pink and Beige Glaze, Mid-Century Modern Small glazed ceramic vase with an organic, freeform shape, appearing different from every angle. S...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in France.
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in France. Quartz movement. Clock case...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate

1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in Swiss. Quartz movement. Clock case ...
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1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Fulvio Bianconi for Venini "Fazzoletto" Vase, ca. 1950
Located in Bochum, NRW
A vintage Murano hand blown 'fazzoletto'/handkerchief art glass vase. Deigned by Fulvio Bianconi, for the Venini Company, circa 1950, the vase has a red and white decoration of alte...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass

Mid Century Roman Penis Sculpture 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a provocative mid-century Roman sculpture from the 1940s - a daring representation of a stone penis encased in a cube of protective glass. This intriguing artwork challen...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Stone

Sculpture representing the “deconstructed” Statue of Liberty by Arman
Located in Uccle, BE
Sculpture representing the “deconstructed” Statue of Liberty by Arman (Armand Fernandez). Bronze with blue-grey patina and polished bronze. The Statue of Liberty is a recurring motif...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

15/20th Limited Edition Of Xai Surrealistic Side Table by Salvador Dalí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Design inspired on an artwork by Salvador Dali´: Interpretation project for a stable-library, 1942 Stuffed lamb, elaborated with a technique by a taxidermist. Drawer and table top i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of Brass & Turquoise Bird Sculptures by Joaquin Taller Tinta, c. 1960's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of 1960's brass bird sculptures. Joaquin Taller Tinta, an Ecuadorian silversmith, designed these pieces, and they are known for their unique blend of South American influences ...
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1960s Ecuadorean Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Multi-gemstone, Brass

1990s Barovier Style Art Deco Grey Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A grey Murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier, it's in lovely condition. The vintage photo frame is a beautiful and elegant piece of ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Candlestick Holder Tommi Parzinger Style
Located in New York, NY
A substantial double candlestick holder, Modernist/Midcentury Modern design period, in the style of German designer Tommi Parzinger, circa mid-20th century, 1960s. A double brass pla...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

German 1960s Junghans Pendulum + Weights + Gong Wall Clock
Located in Krefeld, DE
Wall clock Design & produced by Junghans in 1960s. Brass metal and Teak wood. Mechanical movement and gong is in good working condition. Very nice gong but if you don't like it is po...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Italian Murano Twist Picture Frame in Green Murano Glass and Brass
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Murano Twist Picture Frame in Green Murano Glass and Brass Italian Modern Murano twist glass and brass picture frame, in light green color. Suits for 12x18cm or 5x7" picture...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass

1970s Silver-plated Italian Bamboo Style Photo Frame
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A beautiful 1970s Italian silver-plated bamboo styles photo frame. This piece sits perfectly on a desk or mantlepiece and is in good condition and has lovely details at the back.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Silver

Bitossi Elephant by Aldo Londi
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
This is an unique example of Bitossi - Etruria elephant, designed by Aldo Londi. Rare model in terracotta, incised abstract motif decoration.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

1970s Exquisited Handcrafted Green and Pink Vase by Neri in Crystal.
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Exquisited handcrafted green and pink vase by Neri in crystal. Made in Italy. This vase is in excellent condition. Signed with his original label. Dimension: diam 6,29 x 10,23 ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass

Italian travertine Rhino by G. Ulivieri 1970s
By Ulivieri
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Handcarved rhino from solid travertine stone by G. Ulivieri 1970s. This minimalist playful animal is designed with geometric lines, capturing the animal’s architectural silhouette. ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Travertine

Cabinet of Curiosities with Plaster Figures – Olot, Spain, Circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of Curiosities with Plaster Figures – Olot, Spain, Circa 1950 This captivating cabinet of curiosities, crafted in the heart of Catalonia, Spain, circa 1950, features a colle...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Wood

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Mid-Century Ceramic Ball Vase, Italy, 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
A mid-century round 'Rimini Blu' glazed terracotta art pottery globe vase, designed by Aldo Londi and crafted by Bitossi Ceramiche in Italy during the 1950s. This handcrafted vase is...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Pottery

Mid Century Biomorphic Pottery Coral Reef
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Highly unique and sophisticated pottery sculpture of a sweeping coral reef. Brown glazed pottery with striking organic visual appeal. Two mirrors inset in the reef to depict reservoi...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Piero Fornasetti "Libri" Rare Vintage Basket on Legs, circa 1950, Italy.
Located in Brussels, BE
Piero Fornasetti "Libri" model basket, circa 1950, Italy. Rare vintage edition on 3 legs. Cat, mouse and books decor, brass border, original black lacquered tripod wood base, blue-gr...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Pulcino by Alessandro Pianon
Located in Uccle, BE
Sculpture of a bird in blown glass with murrine decoration, resting on hammered copper legs. Designed in 1962 by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi, Murano (Italy). This dark green (khaki...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

1980s Gorgeous Cartier Santos Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Santos alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's in gold plated 18K. White enamel dial. Clock case numbered 7508 09...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate

Fred And Marilyn Buss Cazadero California Cocobolo Heart Wood Mushroom Stash Box
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This beautiful stash box was hand-carved from the heart of Cocobolo wood by Fred and Marilyn Buss of Cazadero, CA—a lovely vintage patina to the wood.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Roberto Rigon for Bertoncello Vase in Ceramic Mod.917, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Fantastic abstract ceramic sculpture vase glazed cream ivory color with light brown and rust terracotta pigment. from the 1950s/60s. Designer Roberto Rigon for the Bertoncello Compan...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pierre Forssell, Candle Sconces, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three candle sconces designed by Pierre Forssell and produced by Skultuna, Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions: 19.25” H x 1.5” W x 3.25” D Dimensions of back plate: 13.6...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in Swiss. Quartz movement. Clock case ...
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1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate

1960s Astonishing Large Murano Ashtray or Catch-All By Flavio Poli for Seguso
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing large ashtray or catch-all By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Sommerso Glass. The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: 6,29" diameter x 3,54" H inches cm 16 ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Leather Jewelry Tray
Located in New York, NY
An Italian leather and suede jewelry tray, Modern/Midcentury Modern design, made exclusively for B. Altman & Co. New York, NY, circa mid-20th century or e...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Leather, Suede

Swedish Designer Hand Mirror
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A small handled mirror in pine from Sweden circa 1970s. Great simple mirror executed in pine. Could be used as a functional piece or for display. Would blend easily with other interi...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Pine

Small Italian Florentine Jewelry Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This vintage gilt wood storage or jewelry box features one drawer and flip up top with mirror. with storage below lined in an orange velvet fabric. The box has has lots of character,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Giltwood, Paint, Fabric, Velvet

1980s Gorgeous Cartier Romane Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Romane alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's in gold plated 18K. White enamel dial. Clock case numbered 66021 . With case, ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate

Giant massive Murano Glass Rose Vase or Ice Bucket. Seguso Vetri d'Arte. Unique
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This large vase features a Cordone a Fenicio finish. It has a big spiral bead that is pulled vertically to form decorative festoons. This technique, known as Fenicio, was first seen on Phoenician glass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Takahashi Artichoke Porcelain Trinket Jewelry Box
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
A beautiful, petite, porcelain artichoke box by Takahashi, made in Japan in the 20th century. It is a fun green artichoke fruit vegetable box with a gold gilt brass hinge and floweret front lift. It is both decorative and functional as a jewelry box. Perfect for a kitchen, vanity, nightstand, etc. The original maker sticker is attached to the bottom which reads, "Takahashi San Francisco...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

George Nelson Walnut Spike Clock by Howard Miller
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An Nelson walnut and painted white metal body spike clock with color coded minute and hour hands. An early electric model in great working condition , retains the original label and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal

CLOSING SALE Murano Glass Zanfirico Latticino Fazzoletto Bowl
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLOSING SALE Murano Glass Zanfirico Latticino Fazzoletto Bowl *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This colors of joy, mid-century modern bowl would make a b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass

“Revontulet” (Northern Lights) Glass Bowl – 1972 – Designed by Tauno Wirkkala
Located in Knivsta, SE
Humppila “Revontulet” (Northern Lights) Glass Bowl – 1972 – Designed by Tauno Wirkkala Stunning vintage glass bowl from Humppila, Finland. The model Revontulet (Northern Lights) was...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Quartz Sailboat Sculpture by Jere DeMott, USA, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a splendid Jere Demott sailboat sculpture. This hand-crafted work is a striking piece of art, featuring patinated brass sheets and copper w...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Large Art Deco Style Brown and White Royal Haeger Ram Ceramic, 1960s
Located in Meda, MB
This large Art Deco style ceramic was produced in the USA in the 1960s by Royal Haeger. It features a bicolored, deep brown and white leaping ram with a high gloss glaze finish. It...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Frederic Weinberg Wall Mask Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Frederic Weinberg wall mask from the 1950s. Made of a terra cotta and resin type material. The color is called "Coral Antique" In the Weinberg catalog. Dimension: 3" wide x 8.5...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Resin

Raymor Green & Gold Ceramic Ginger Jar, Italy, c.1955
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Raymor Green & Gold Ceramic Lidded Ginger Jar, Italy, c.1955.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Mario Bellini for Bitossi / Raymor Rimini Blue Floral Jardiniere
Located in Skokie, IL
Mario Bellini for Bitossi / Raymor Rimini Blue Floral Jardiniere This beautiful mid-century modern floral jardiniere was designed by Mario Bellini, made in Italy by Bitossi, and imp...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Solid Brass Lion Stash Box with Feet 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is an excellent solid brass stash box with a carved lion's head and four feet. This piece is both functional and decorative.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

CLOSING SALE Fenton Royal Blue Hobnail Orb, Ball-Shaped Ashtray / Bowl / Vessel
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLOSING SALE Fenton Royal Blue Hobnail Orb, Ball-Shaped Ashtray / Bowl / Vessel *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This amazi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass

Alfredo Barbini Signed Murano Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A colorful and decorative Murano art glass bowl from the 1970s by Alfredo Barbini, Venice, Italy. Originally designed as an ashtray for cigarettes or cigars, this beautiful piece als...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Gio Ponti Candlestick by Christofle Silver Plate, France 1970s
Located in München, BY
Stunning Gio Ponti candlestick, made by Christofle, France, 1960s Mid-century modern candlestick with two curved arms. Designed by Gio Ponti in...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

Onyx Mineral Stone and Brass Jewelry Box, Italy 1970s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Onyx Mineral Stone and Brass Jewelry Box, Italy 1970s Very elegant jewelry or decorative trinket box. Entirely constructed with onyx stone and a brass hinge. Different shades of o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Alabaster, Marble, Onyx

Pink and Black Sommero Murano Art Glass Flower Bowl, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gorgeous handblown Murano art glass bowl in pink and black colors. The black edge cased into pink glass and the large size make this Murano glass piece highly decorative. Lovely to b...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Limestone Elephant Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern Design, 1970s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Limestone Elephant Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern Design, 1970s Lovely Zoomorphic sculpture from Marbell Design. Nice limestone with texture. Overall shapes in a cubist, minimal st...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Stone, Limestone, Sandstone

Abstract Black Ceramic Sculpture, Signed 1979
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This abstract sculpture has a smooth black, glossy surface and an organic modernist form. The sculpture has a negative space that pierces through its center creating a sense of depth...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Mid-Century “Paper Bag" Vase Tapio Wirkkala For Rosenthal, Germany c.1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Iconic “Paper Bag Vase”, designed by Tapio Wirkkala, the great Finnish glassmaker, industrial designer, and artist, circa 1977, for Rosenthal’s Studio Line "DO NOT LITTER" range. Th...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage Handmade Hammered possibly Brass kitchen Utility Box.
Located in Seattle, WA
Beautiful hand Crafted round multi utility box/Storage box/bread box. This Piece has nice patina and character. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is f...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal

Higgins Signed Hand Hammered Bronze Abstract Stick Figure Wall Sculpture Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This most unusual work of art from the studio of Michael and Francis Higgins is a hand hammered bronze small stick figure wall sculpture. It is signed Higgins and from the 60's. It is rare and obscure. One can frame it, use it on the wall as is or just place on a pile of books...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pucci Italian ceramics vase in orange and yellow, label
Located in Milano, IT
This eccentric ceramic centerpiece/pot, from Pucci ceramics of the 1940s-50s, is striking for its vibrant orange color and the presence of elegant relief decorations. Floral motifs, ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Rare Stainless Steel Table Clock, 1970
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Striking mid-century table clock, France, circa 1970. This elegant brushed stainless steel table clock embodies the chic Parisian avant-garde design. The clock’s sleek, minimalist de...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Stainless Steel

Mid Century Modernist Japanese Iron Ikebana Planter
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modernist iron Ikebana tripod planter from Japan. 1960s
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1950s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Iron

Small Elephant Figurine by Walter Bosse Vienna Around 1950s ( marked )
Located in Wien, AT
Small Elephant Figurine by Walter Bosse Vienna Around 1950s ( marked ) Original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Brass

Gilt Bronze Edouard Rambaud Picture Frame, circa 1990, Paris, France.
Located in Brussels, BE
Highly decorative Edouard Rambaud picture frame, circa 1990, Paris, France. Gilt bronze, glass, black velvet. Stamped: Edouard Rambaud Paris. Dimensions: 15 cm H, 15 cm W, 12 cm D. A...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze

1950s Fornasetti Paperweight in Porcelain by Piero Fornasetti
Located in Milano, IT
1950s Astonishing rare porcelain paperweight designed by Piero Fornasetti with butterflies. Handmade.Made in Italy. Heavy ceramic construction for use as beautiful desk accessories. ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Syrian Style Mosaic Wooden Inlaid Marquetry Box Backgammon Set
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning mosaic Backgammon set featuring a traditional Syrian style design and fine craftsmanship. Made in Morocco. The board/ box is made of various woods and inlays. A genuine wo...
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20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Wood, Fruitwood, Walnut

1970 Brontosaurus Dinosaur Bassano Italian Pottery White Ceramic Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
Brontosaurus Sculpture Bassano Del Grappa, Italy 1970 White Ceramic in perfect Condiction Rare edition original vintage : 105/160 exemplary Stunning object for the children's bedro...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Vintage Paolo Soleri Set Of Five Wind Chime Bells C.1960
Located in Bernville, PA
Rare hard to find set of five large wind chime bells designed by Paolo Soleri. Bronze cast elements with verdigris patina throughout with natural age and weathering. Excellent vintag...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Copper

Vintage Decorative Brass Hinged Shell Box
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning mid century modern brass shell-form box, masterfully cast in a richly patinated golden brass. This exquisite piece showcases a naturalistic scallop shell motif with deeply...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

Mid-century Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Scheurich Keramik, Bitossi, and Rörstrand. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $295,000 while the average work can sell for $847.

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