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Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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
Pair of Mid Century White Poodle Dogs Sculptures, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, good original vintage condition. One dog is repaired - as shown on pictures. Beautiful and unique decorative sculptures. White Poodle Dogs Sculptures were produced...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid Century White Poodle Dogs Sculptures, Italy, 1960s
Pair of Mid Century White Poodle Dogs Sculptures, Italy, 1960s

Pair of Mid Century White Poodle Dogs Sculptures, Italy, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Groupe of 6 White and Grey Vessels Rörstrand Sweden 1950
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have gathered a Groupe of 6 pieces, made at Rörstrand during the midcentury. The pieces are designed by Gunnar Nylund and Carl Harry Stålhane. Their slick minimalistic and elegant...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Modern Groupe of 6 White and Grey Vessels Rörstrand Sweden 1950
Midcentury Modern Groupe of 6 White and Grey Vessels Rörstrand Sweden 1950

Midcentury Modern Groupe of 6 White and Grey Vessels Rörstrand Sweden 1950

Large Brown and Colored Stoneware Ceramic Tree Sculpture Claude Gaget
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Claude Gaget Amazing large stoneware tree sculpture by the French artist. Original perfect conditions, signed at the base GAGET Brown and colored firi...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Brown and Colored Stoneware Ceramic Tree Sculpture Claude Gaget
Large Brown and Colored Stoneware Ceramic Tree Sculpture Claude Gaget

Large Brown and Colored Stoneware Ceramic Tree Sculpture Claude Gaget

Mid Century Vintage Small Blue Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. Made in Poland. Only one unique piece.  
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Vintage Small Blue Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Small Blue Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Small Blue Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece. Murano glass.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Vase, Italy, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Blue and White Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy Vase
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning and vibrant, 19 cm high, jug vase with sgrafitto and hand-painted colored glossy pattern of stylised women. On the base is painted Italy 7872. I have also a larger one for s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy Vase
Mid-Century Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy Vase

Mid-Century Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy Vase

Set of Two Midcentury Vintage Gray and Pink Crystal Vases, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in good original condition. The vases looks like it has just been taken out of the box. Only one unique pieces. Crystal glass.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Crystal

Set of Two Midcentury Vintage Gray and Pink Crystal Vases, Italy, 1960s
Set of Two Midcentury Vintage Gray and Pink Crystal Vases, Italy, 1960s

Set of Two Midcentury Vintage Gray and Pink Crystal Vases, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Large Ceramic Relief Tile Plaque by Helmut Schaffenacker
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern large relief tile handmade fat lava Helmut Schaffenacker ceramic wall plaque sail boats colorful abstract West German art. Wonderful and colorful midcentury matte...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Large Ceramic Relief Tile Plaque by Helmut Schaffenacker
Mid-Century Modern Large Ceramic Relief Tile Plaque by Helmut Schaffenacker

Mid-Century Modern Large Ceramic Relief Tile Plaque by Helmut Schaffenacker

Aldo Londi for Bitossii Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Sausage Dog
By Aldo Londi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Delightful and stylish Italian mid-century Rimini Blu art pottery sausage dog figure designed by Aldo Londi (Italian, 1911-2003) for Bitossi and dating fro...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Aldo Londi for Bitossii Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Sausage Dog
Aldo Londi for Bitossii Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Sausage Dog

Aldo Londi for Bitossii Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Sausage Dog

17 Pc. Set of Mid Century Ceramic Serve Ware Cantelope Form Att. to Ed Langbein
By Ed Langbein
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic set of mid century ceramic bowls, and plates, in the form of Cantelopes. The set consists of: 1 ) Large Covered Serving Bow...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

17 Pc. Set of Mid Century Ceramic Serve Ware Cantelope Form Att. to Ed Langbein
17 Pc. Set of Mid Century Ceramic Serve Ware Cantelope Form Att. to Ed Langbein

17 Pc. Set of Mid Century Ceramic Serve Ware Cantelope Form Att. to Ed Langbein

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass White and Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
VASE “SCARF” Author: Decorative Glassworks "Makora", Krosno Year of creation: 2nd half 20th century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. h...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass White and Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass White and Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass White and Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Dark Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
VASE “SCARF” Author: Decorative Glassworks "Makora", Krosno Year of creation: 2nd half 20th century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. h...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Dark Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Dark Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Dark Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

1950's Tony Paul Style Wire Base Porcelain Pottery Ash Tray MINT!
By Tony Paul
Located in Rockaway, NJ
1950's Tony Paul Style Wire Base Porcelain Pottery Ash Tray MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Brass

1950's Tony Paul Style Wire Base Porcelain Pottery Ash Tray MINT!
1950's Tony Paul Style Wire Base Porcelain Pottery Ash Tray MINT!

1950's Tony Paul Style Wire Base Porcelain Pottery Ash Tray MINT!

Abstract Black Ceramic Sculpture by Marionneau French Artist, circa 1980
By Brigitte Marionneau
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Brigitte Marionneau Black abstract ceramic sculpture by Brigitte Marionneau. circa 1980 Signed under the base Measures: Height 10cm, large 10cm Original perfect condit...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Abstract Black Ceramic Sculpture by Marionneau French Artist, circa 1980
Abstract Black Ceramic Sculpture by Marionneau French Artist, circa 1980

Abstract Black Ceramic Sculpture by Marionneau French Artist, circa 1980

Pair of Mid Century Dot Spaniel Dogs Sculpture Staffordshire England 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, good original vintage condition. Beautiful and unique decorative sculptures. White Spaniel Dogs Sculpture was produced in Staffordshire, England in 1960s. Only one pair of dogs...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Pair of Mid Century Dot Spaniel Dogs Sculpture Staffordshire England 1960s
Pair of Mid Century Dot Spaniel Dogs Sculpture Staffordshire England 1960s

Pair of Mid Century Dot Spaniel Dogs Sculpture Staffordshire England 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Blue Glass Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. One micro chip - as shown on picture. Only one unique piece.
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Vintage Blue Glass Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Blue Glass Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Blue Glass Porcelain Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray on Wire Legs Magazine Rack Stand
By Tony Paul
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern ceramic ashtray on wire legs magazine rack stand.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray on Wire Legs Magazine Rack Stand
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray on Wire Legs Magazine Rack Stand

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray on Wire Legs Magazine Rack Stand

Mid Century Black Glass Octagonal Dinner Plate and Bowl Set France Set of 5
By Arcoroc
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Art Deco black glass octagonal table plate and bowl set France, set of 5 Four (4) black octagonal glass plates and one large black octagonal serving bowl. Measures: Hexagon bowl...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Black Glass Octagonal Dinner Plate and Bowl Set France Set of 5
Mid Century Black Glass Octagonal Dinner Plate and Bowl Set France Set of 5

Mid Century Black Glass Octagonal Dinner Plate and Bowl Set France Set of 5

1980s Gorgeous Green and Yellow Tea Set/Coffee Set in Ceramic by Naj Oleari.
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Green and Yellow Tea Set/Coffee Set in Ceramic by Naj Oleari. Made in Italy. The items are in excellent condition - 1 Coffee/Tea pot 9,05" x 5,51" x 5,90 H" inches - ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1980s Gorgeous Green and Yellow Tea Set/Coffee Set in Ceramic by Naj Oleari.
1980s Gorgeous Green and Yellow Tea Set/Coffee Set in Ceramic by Naj Oleari.

1980s Gorgeous Green and Yellow Tea Set/Coffee Set in Ceramic by Naj Oleari.

Large French Ceramic Vase Vallauris by Jérôme Massier 60s, G125
By Jerome Massier
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nice ceramic from the 60's by the artist Jérôme Massier made in Vallauris. Enameling in blue and brown colors with a bird design on one side reminding th...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large French Ceramic Vase Vallauris by Jérôme Massier 60s, G125
Large French Ceramic Vase Vallauris by Jérôme Massier 60s, G125

Large French Ceramic Vase Vallauris by Jérôme Massier 60s, G125

1960's Arnold Zahner ceramic vase - Rheinfelden Keramik, Switzerland
Located in Bern, CH
1960's Arnold Zahner hand made ceramic vase by Rheinfelden Keramik, Switzerland. Studio name on Base: Rheinfelden. Double lion shield motif to one side. Beautiful example of Swiss m...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1960's Arnold Zahner ceramic vase - Rheinfelden Keramik, Switzerland
1960's Arnold Zahner ceramic vase - Rheinfelden Keramik, Switzerland

1960's Arnold Zahner ceramic vase - Rheinfelden Keramik, Switzerland

Glazed Terracotta Beige Duck Centerpiece Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful duck figure sculpture in off white beige glazed terracotta. Spain, 1960s This handcrafted glazed terracotta duck figure with unglazed beak is in excellent condition. Mat...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Glazed Terracotta Beige Duck Centerpiece Sculpture
Glazed Terracotta Beige Duck Centerpiece Sculpture

Glazed Terracotta Beige Duck Centerpiece Sculpture

Mid-Century Restaurant Ware Porcelain Bowls in White and Green, Set of 3 1960s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of three heavy restaurant ware bowls in green and white. Vintage restaurant ware is making a comeback in entertaining. Known for their strength and versatility, they seem to last forever. This set is from Shenango China...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Restaurant Ware Porcelain Bowls in White and Green, Set of 3 1960s
Mid-Century Restaurant Ware Porcelain Bowls in White and Green, Set of 3 1960s

Mid-Century Restaurant Ware Porcelain Bowls in White and Green, Set of 3 1960s

Bitossi Aldo Londi Yellow Spagnoli Candleholder, Italy, circa 1965
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Pymble, NSW
An Aldo Londi designed candleholder with a yellow version of the Spagnoli [Spanish] pattern.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Bitossi Aldo Londi Yellow Spagnoli Candleholder, Italy, circa 1965
Bitossi Aldo Londi Yellow Spagnoli Candleholder, Italy, circa 1965

Bitossi Aldo Londi Yellow Spagnoli Candleholder, Italy, circa 1965

Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Amazing set of fishes in blue color, made by one of the glass manufacture based in Poland. Would make a great addition to every collection! Very good original vintage condition. Abso...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Barcelona, ES
Colorful set of three West German fat lava brown and orange glazed ceramic vases. Germany 1960s. The giant sized one is a West German Pottery fat lava glazed ceramic vase manufactured by Scheurich. Marked on underside: W.German 408-40. . These vases are amazing placed together. They have eye-catching colors in orange, shades of red, orange and brown. The smaller fat lava West Germany...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Lava

West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three
West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three

West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three

Midcentury Floor Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1940s, Sweden
By Upsala Ekeby, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful large white floor vase. Produced at Ekeby and designed by Vicke Lindstand in the 1940s. Its streamline shape makes it perfectly adapted to ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Floor Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1940s, Sweden
Midcentury Floor Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1940s, Sweden

Midcentury Floor Vase by Vicke Lindstrand, 1940s, Sweden

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Pink Vase, Tarnowiec, Sulczan, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vase made in the Tarnowiec Glassworks located in Poland, designed by J. Słuczan-Orkusz. Soda glass, mass-colored, hand-formed. Vintage product from 1970s Dimensions: round: 10c...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Pink Vase, Tarnowiec, Sulczan, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Pink Vase, Tarnowiec, Sulczan, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Pink Vase, Tarnowiec, Sulczan, Europe, 1970s

large ceramic bowl Marcel Guillot
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marcel Guillot studied at the School of Applied Arts in Industry, where he became friends with Pierre Fouquet. He spent some time at the Manufacture de Sèvres, then opened his own w...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

large ceramic bowl Marcel Guillot
large ceramic bowl Marcel Guillot

large ceramic bowl Marcel Guillot

Traditional Spanish Rustic Ceramic Plate, Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic hand painted plate artwork by unknown artist. Elevate your décor with this stunning ceramic plate, meticulously hand-painted in a serene blue hue over a pristine white backg...
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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Traditional Spanish Rustic Ceramic Plate, Early 20th Century
Traditional Spanish Rustic Ceramic Plate, Early 20th Century

Traditional Spanish Rustic Ceramic Plate, Early 20th Century

Ceramic Traditional Hand Painted Plate by Catalan Artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic hand painted plate artwork by Catalan artist Diaz COSTA, circa 1960. Signed. Manufactured in Spain. Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam 25,5 cm x H 5 cm The artwork is i...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Traditional Hand Painted Plate by Catalan Artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960
Ceramic Traditional Hand Painted Plate by Catalan Artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960

Ceramic Traditional Hand Painted Plate by Catalan Artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960

Robert Maxwell Studio Pottery Cup Set – Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Ceramics
By Robert Maxwell
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your collection with this exquisite pair of handcrafted studio pottery cups by renowned mid-century ceramic artist Robert Maxwell. Known for his organic forms and earthy glaz...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Robert Maxwell Studio Pottery Cup Set – Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Ceramics
Robert Maxwell Studio Pottery Cup Set – Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Ceramics

Robert Maxwell Studio Pottery Cup Set – Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Ceramics

Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Orange, Brown, Signed
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Orange, Brown, Signed. Small ball form vase with orange glazed body and raw clay collar. Signed on underside of base: 4208 B Italy.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Orange, Brown, Signed
Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Orange, Brown, Signed

Aldo Londi Bitossi Vase, Ceramic, Orange, Brown, Signed

Large Italian ceramics signed Clizia from the 1960s mid century
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large Italian ceramic from the 1960s signed by the artist Clizia. The ceramic rests on three small feet and is decorated throughout with added decorative elements, also in ceramic. T...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Italian ceramics signed Clizia from the 1960s mid century
Large Italian ceramics signed Clizia from the 1960s mid century

Large Italian ceramics signed Clizia from the 1960s mid century

Midcentury German Shepherd Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. German Shepherd Dog Sculpture was produced in England. Only on...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury German Shepherd Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Europe, 1960s
Midcentury German Shepherd Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Europe, 1960s

Midcentury German Shepherd Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Studio Ceramic Stoneware Pot by Mark Zamantakis
By Mark Zamantakis
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern stoneware pot by artist Mark Zamantakis from his Colorado ceramic studio. It is in wonderful vintage condition. No cracks o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Studio Ceramic Stoneware Pot by Mark Zamantakis
Mid-Century Modern Studio Ceramic Stoneware Pot by Mark Zamantakis

Mid-Century Modern Studio Ceramic Stoneware Pot by Mark Zamantakis

Brazilian ceramics. Ceramic vase, c. 1950. Enamelled polychrome ceramic
Located in PARIS, FR
This Brazilian ceramic vase, dating from about 1950, is a real work of art. Its enamelled polychrome ceramic gives it a timeless beauty. With dimensi...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Brazilian ceramics. Ceramic vase, c. 1950. Enamelled polychrome ceramic
Brazilian ceramics. Ceramic vase, c. 1950. Enamelled polychrome ceramic

Brazilian ceramics. Ceramic vase, c. 1950. Enamelled polychrome ceramic

Mid Century Black Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Black in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. The outer relief s...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Black Vase, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Black Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Black Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage White and Pink Dots Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece. Murano glass.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Vintage White and Pink Dots Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage White and Pink Dots Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage White and Pink Dots Murano Vase, Italy, 1960s

Ceramic Base by Catalan Ceramist Jordi Aguadé – Circa 1960, Signed
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic Base by Catalan Ceramist Jordi Aguadé – Circa 1960, Signed Delve into the realm of artistic ceramics with this exquisite base crafted by renowned Catalan ceramist Jordi Agua...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Base by Catalan Ceramist Jordi Aguadé – Circa 1960, Signed
Ceramic Base by Catalan Ceramist Jordi Aguadé – Circa 1960, Signed

Ceramic Base by Catalan Ceramist Jordi Aguadé – Circa 1960, Signed

Set of Two Steuler Blue Candleholder by Cari Zalloni
By Steuler, Carl Zalloni
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Two beautiful, in a stunning blue glaze, candleholders from the designer Cari Zalloni for Steuler Keramik. The candle holders are signed on the base with the company’s trademark and ...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Steuler Blue Candleholder by Cari Zalloni
Set of Two Steuler Blue Candleholder by Cari Zalloni

Set of Two Steuler Blue Candleholder by Cari Zalloni

Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury blue glazed terracotta ceramic blue vase. This fantastic item was designed by Flavia Montelupo and Aldo Londi for Bitossi in Italy, Rimini, during the late 1950s o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s
Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s

Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s

Vintage Ukiyo-e Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic, Decorative Dish, Geisha Figure
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage ukiyo-e display plate. A Japanese, ceramic decorative dish with Geisha figure, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Striking decorative plate with superb c...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Ukiyo-e Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic, Decorative Dish, Geisha Figure
Vintage Ukiyo-e Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic, Decorative Dish, Geisha Figure

Vintage Ukiyo-e Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic, Decorative Dish, Geisha Figure

Blue Ceramic Vase by Strehla, East German Mid-Century Design, Germany 1960s
By Strehla
Located in Bergen, NO
This striking ceramic vase was crafted by Strehla Keramik, a renowned pottery manufacturer from the town of Strehla in former East Germany (DDR). Strehla was known for its bold glaze...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Blue Ceramic Vase by Strehla, East German Mid-Century Design, Germany 1960s
Blue Ceramic Vase by Strehla, East German Mid-Century Design, Germany 1960s

Blue Ceramic Vase by Strehla, East German Mid-Century Design, Germany 1960s

Valentine Schlegel Ceramic Vase
By Valentine Schlegel 1
Located in New York, NY
Valentine Schlegel rare biomorphic glazed ceramic vase beautifully contoured, sensual and organic in form, France, 1955. Incised 'V. Schlegel' to underside. Valentine Schlegel (French, b. 1926) was one of the most important modernist ceramicists of the 1950s whose abstract, unique style was evident in her varied oeuvre consisting of sculpture and ceramics to leatherworking and interior architecture. She was born in the coastal town of Séte and studied at l’École Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Montpellier where she began developing her interest in the medium of drawing. Schlegel worked for the first Avignon festivals as an assistant costume designer, prop specialist, and eventually chief stage manager. In 1945 Schlegel moved to Paris and discovered ceramics with Frédérique Bourguet and later with her sister Andrée Vilar...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Valentine Schlegel Ceramic Vase
Valentine Schlegel Ceramic Vase

Valentine Schlegel Ceramic Vase

Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury blue glazed terracotta ceramic vase. This fantastic item was designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in Rimini, Italy, during the late 1950s or early 1960s. This mag...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s
Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s

Montelupo and Londi Midcentury Blue Ceramic Italian Vase for Bitossi, 1960s

Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period
By Gil Vargas Segovia, Vallauris, Secla, Beswick, Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of midcentury multi color fish Plates and Platters as Wall Decoration A funny collection of twelve european glazed ceramic, porcelain and...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain, Terracotta

Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period
Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period

Ceramic Fish Plates Wall Art Composition, Mid-Century Modern Period

Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Ceramic Tiles - BIRD
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Playful and whimsical, Capron’s art panels are the most sought after, as editions were small, and in some cases not more than a few, or by special commission. Some are rough and mat...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Ceramic Tiles - BIRD
Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Ceramic Tiles - BIRD

Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Ceramic Tiles - BIRD

Vintage Medium Blue Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.  
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Vintage Medium Blue Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Vintage Medium Blue Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Vintage Medium Blue Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Peter Knudstrup, Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bud Vase, Danish/Canadian, C 1970
Located in Chatham, ON
PETER KNUDSTRUP (Danish/Canadian 1929-2006) - mid-century wheel thrown and glazed studio pottery bud vase with manipulated rim - expertly glazed with a...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Peter Knudstrup, Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bud Vase, Danish/Canadian, C 1970
Peter Knudstrup, Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bud Vase, Danish/Canadian, C 1970

Peter Knudstrup, Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bud Vase, Danish/Canadian, C 1970

Jacques Blin blue French ceramic vase birds 60's midcentury - I535
By Jacques Blin
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Blue-glazed ceramic vase by French ceramist Jacques Blin from the 1960s. The entire vase is decorated with stylized birds. Very fine vintage condition, with slight traces of age and ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Jacques Blin blue French ceramic vase birds 60's midcentury - I535
Jacques Blin blue French ceramic vase birds 60's midcentury - I535

Jacques Blin blue French ceramic vase birds 60's midcentury - I535

Glazed Ceramic Light Sculpture by Birthe Aksby, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Expressive light sculpture by Danish ceramicist Birthe Aksby, crafted in glazed ceramic with organic designs inspired by plant forms and marine corals. The composition evokes natural growth, with volumes emerging from a textured and perforated structure, allowing light to flow through its openings and create an atmospheric play of shadows. The pale glazed patina enhances its sculptural presence, lending it an ethereal character and an almost mineral quality. Birthe Aksby, active in Denmark during the second half of the 20th century, is renowned for her mastery of fine ceramics and her exploration of nature-inspired forms. Alongside this remarkable piece, a newspaper clipping was found mentioning her work exhibited at Galerie Gammel Strand in Copenhagen, alongside ceramicist Lizzie Thyssen...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Glazed Ceramic Light Sculpture by Birthe Aksby, Denmark, 1970s
Glazed Ceramic Light Sculpture by Birthe Aksby, Denmark, 1970s

Glazed Ceramic Light Sculpture by Birthe Aksby, Denmark, 1970s

White ceramic vase by S. C. Richard, 1920s
By Richard Ginori
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
White ceramic vase by S. C. Richard, Made in Italy, 1920s.  Pretty white ceramic vase/pital made by S. C. Richard in the first half of the 1900s.  can also be used as fruit holders, ...
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1920s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

White ceramic vase by S. C. Richard, 1920s
White ceramic vase by S. C. Richard, 1920s

White ceramic vase by S. C. Richard, 1920s

Mid Century Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning and stylish, 26cm high, vase with sgrafitto and hand-painted golden glossy pattern. The pattern of the horse is painted at the front and at the back. On the base is painted...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Mid Century Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy
Mid Century Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy

Mid Century Vase by Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy

Table lamps by Marian Zawadzki for Tilgmans Sweden 1950 Signed
By Marian Zawadzki
Located in Paris, FR
Unique Marian Zawasdki pair of ceramic lamps, each lamp has a different hand made décor. Produced by Tilgmans 1950 Height 33 cm, 66 cm with a lampshade. Very good condition, electr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Table lamps by Marian Zawadzki for Tilgmans Sweden 1950 Signed
Table lamps by Marian Zawadzki for Tilgmans Sweden 1950 Signed

Table lamps by Marian Zawadzki for Tilgmans Sweden 1950 Signed

Artist Roger Capron Ceramic Tile in the Style of a Prehistoric Fossil Fish
By Roger Capron
Located in St. Louis, MO
Roger Capron French (1922–2006) large ceramic tile evocative of a prehistoric fossil fish, executed in intricate, dimensional detail and finished in...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Artist Roger Capron Ceramic Tile in the Style of a Prehistoric Fossil Fish
Artist Roger Capron Ceramic Tile in the Style of a Prehistoric Fossil Fish

Artist Roger Capron Ceramic Tile in the Style of a Prehistoric Fossil Fish

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching set of 6 small fish plates and a large fish tray in blue and grey glazed ceramic, Spain, 1960s. This Midcentury ceramics serving set can be used to serve desserts, salad...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960
Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

Majolica Ceramic Blue Fish Plates and Platter Serving Set, 1960

Oval “Rascasse” Fish Dish, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Colorful fish tray with an abstract Rascasse motif. Signed.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Oval “Rascasse” Fish Dish, France 1950's
Oval “Rascasse” Fish Dish, France 1950's

Oval “Rascasse” Fish Dish, France 1950's

Mid-century Modern ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern ceramics 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 ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern ceramics made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Roger Capron, and Bitossi. 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 ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $113,467 while the average work can sell for $901.

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