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
- 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
Period: 20th Century
Ceramic advertising figure by W. Bosse for the Karlsruhe Majolika. 1940 - 1950
By Walter Bosse
Located in CADALSO, ES
Rare advertising figurine from Fernkabel Rastatt Germany.
The company Deutsche Fernkabel Gesellschaft Rastatt was merged into Nokia Siemens Netwo...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Accolay ceramic
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
This glazed ceramic from Accolay is fascinating, having marked the beginnings of its creation. It is referenced in the key book on ceramics, "French Pottery of the 50s" by Staudenmeyer Pierre...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
A MODERNIST Ceramic VASE by POL CHAMBOST (in Georges JOUVE Style), France 1950
By Pol Chambost
Located in PARIS, FR
A superb little "Calice" vase, black enamelled ceramic, enhanced by a red interior enamel and a thin circular white line, unsigned piece in the spirit of iconic Georges Jpuve creatio...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Decorative Jug, English, Ceramic, Creamer, Pourer, Art Deco, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative jug. An English, ceramic creamer or pourer, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.
Temptingly cheerful colour to this sweet ceramic jug
Displays ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful vase was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand Factory in the 1950s, Sweden.
The peacock pattern gives a nice life to the incredible glaze.
Very ni...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Big Vintage Purple Ombre Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Purple vase in amazing shape. Produced in 1960s in Italy.
Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box.
No jags, defects etc. The outer r...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Vintage Transparent and Orange Crystal Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in good original condition. Very nice color.
Only one unique piece. Crystal glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Crystal
Decorative eartenware fruit platter by Anna-Lisa Thomson. Mid 20th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Decorative eartenware fruit platter by Anna-Lisa Thomson, Uppsala Ekeby, Sweden. Mid 20th Century. Beautifully decorated with fishes in various colors from late 1940s or early 1950s
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware
Midcentury Modern Sculptural Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful large vase was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand Factory in the 1950s Sweden.
The glaze is amazing and works wonderful with the bottleneck shape...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Accolay ceramic pitcher
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Charming ceramic pitcher from Accolay.
Accolay ( 1945-1989 )
France, ca. 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Ceramic Vase Double Cone Shape with White Over Black Glaze
Located in Chicago, IL
This tall ceramic vase has a double cone shape with a low "waist". The white glaze over the black base coat is loosely applied with varied thickness and tiny air bubbles overall. The...
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Jacques Blin
By Jacques Blin
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Glazed ceramic roller vase in a beautiful Klein blue exterior color with incised decoration.
artist : Jacques Blin (1920-1995)
Signed, perfect condition.
France, ca. 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Yellow Ingrid Glass Vase Rock Crystal, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Ingrid Glass, or rather Ingrid Glashutte, is a company based in Germany but with glassworks in Austria. Currently defunct, but operating from the early 1960s to the end of the 1970s....
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Jean Tessier ceramic
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Pyrite stoneware vase, signed
artist : Jean Tessier (1931-2020)
Jean Tessier is one of the pioneers of the post-war renaissance of stoneware in tableware...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Stoneware
20th Century Mini White Dalmatian Dog Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Mini White Dalmatian Dog Sculpture was produced in Italy. Only...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Display Jug, English, Ceramic, Dried Flower Vase, Art Deco, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage display jug. An English, ceramic dried flower vase, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.
Fascinatingly unusual shape with a cheerful decor
Displays a desi...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Vase, Europe, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage VASE
Author: Decorative Glassworks "Makora", Krosno
Year of creation: 2nd half 20th century
Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Mid Century Vintage Black Makora Glass 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century French Decorative Ceramic Dish / Vide-Poche by Albert Thiry C. 1960s
By Albert Thiry
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French ceramic decorative dish (c. 1960s) by Albert Thiry. Boat-shaped ceramic dish with milky-white glazed exterior. Within the dish you find the same base glaze mixed with thistle...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Beige Artistic Glass 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Midcentury Modern Sculptural Stoneware Vase Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This stunning piece of ceramic was produced at Rörstrand and maker/designer Carl Harry Stålhane. Made in Sweden in the 1950s. Exceptional beautiful blue glazed vases with nice lines....
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Large Enameled Engraved Ceramic Bowl by Bruno Gambone
Located in Koper, SI
Stunning 1970s large bowl by Italian ceramic master Bruno Gambone, featuring two main parts in mélange cream and engraved brown finishing. Inside the bowl, we find the Gambone's icon...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Enamel
Midcentury Modern Ceramic Bottleneck Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This wonderful large vase was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand Factory in the 1950s Sweden.
The glaze is amazing and works wonderful with the bottleneck shape...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid century ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy 1960s. Tones of espresso, marigold, and mandarin. Working condition unchecked; I ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Metal
Eight Vintage Piero Fornasetti Musicalia Coasters
Located in Doraville, GA
A set of eight porcelain coasters designed by Piero Fornasetti. The design is named "Musicalia". The coasters are white porcelain with a gilt gold background outlined in black depic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Mid Century Vintage Blue Small Ceramic Candlestick, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in good condition. Only one unique piece.
Another items from the collection are available in our store.
Blue massive glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
Mid Century Vintage Green Decorative Glass Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. Beautiful green glass.
Only one unique piece.
.
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Large Danish Søholm Floor Vase by Einar Johansen with Blue Glossy Glaze, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large ceramic vase from Danish Søholm Stentøj, produced in the 1960s.
Mid-century Danish ceramicvase from Søholm Stentøj designed by Einer Johansen...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Blue Dots Small 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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Abstract Terracotta Ceramic
Located in Chicago, IL
c. Unknown. Abstract ceramic made of Terracotta.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Terracotta
Mid-Century Restaurant Ware Berry Bowls in White and Green, Set of 5 1960s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of five heavy restaurant ware bowls in green and white. Vintage restaurant ware is making a comeback in entertaining. Known for their strength...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Vintage Yellow Geometric 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. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage English Poole Ceramic Red and Black Abstract Vase
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely small bulbous vintage ceramic vase is from the 60's and made by Poole Pottery from England. It has red abstracted blobs against the black background randomly placed. It ...
Category
1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Unique Huge Floor Vase from the German Artist Couple Wilhelm & Elly KUCH, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very rare large floor fat vase from Wilhelm & Elly KUCH, 1960s, Germany.
Very good condition.
Wilhelm Kuch, born 1925, 1947 apprenticeship - Gusso Reuss in Munich - 1948 opened the studio in Burgthann - 1953 became master potter
Elly Kuch, born 1929 died 2008
1946-49 apprenticeship in several studios - 1949-51 second apprenticeship as a goldsmith - 1951 marriage with Wilhelm Kuch
1953 the Kuchs started to worked together in their workshop in Burgthann
Their work like this Vase have received many honors:
1965 gold medal premio faenza, Italy
1965 prize of the „deutschen keramischen gesellschaft“
1966 gold medal (premio faenza) , Italy
1967 gold medal (academie internationale de la ceramique) turkey
1968 prized again in faenza, Italy
gold medal (premio pineta) cervia, Italy
grand prix biennale ceramiche artistiche in vallauris;
grand prix des rates alpes maritimes
became members of the academie internationale de la ceramique, gent Belgium
1969 gold medal (premio faenza) Italy
1970 international pottery symposium bechyné, Czech republic
1971 gold medal (premio faenza) Italy
1973 gold medal (premio faenza) Italy
internationalceramics symposium Memphis, USA
gold medal ceramics international in Alberta, Canada
1975 westerwaldpreis höhr Grenzhausen Germany
1982 founder member 'gruppe 83' together with other important potters like dieter crumbiegel karl scheid, beate kuhn, fritz vehring gotlind weigel, antje brüggemann...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Orange Crystal Glass Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage crystal 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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Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Vintage Red and White Artistic Glass 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Zodiac Black Casket, Cigarette Case, Europe, 1960s.
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique Mid-Century Metal Casket, Cigarette Case.
Very good original vintage condition.
Produced in 1960s in Poland.
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Hourglass Vase Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This vase from Rörstrand and maker or designer Carl Harry Stålhane, was made in Sweden in the midcentury. Its beautiful glazed combined with its incredible hourglass shaped form make...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 12 Green Majolica Wheat Knife Rests & Wine Coaster Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 12 Green Majolica Wheat Knife Rests & Wine Coaster signed Vallauris, circa 1950.
11 knife rests and one wine coaster bottle.
knife rests / 4 inches by 0.8 inches, Height / 0.5...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Unique Early Ceramic Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This unique vase was included within a series of vases produced in 1948 called "Frozen Ground" It was made in Sweden at Rörstrand and designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. There is only o...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Orange and White 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-Linie Pollo Biscuit Porcelain Vase
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1970's biscuit porcelain "Pollo" vase by Tapio Wirkkala. Manufactured by Rosenthal Studio-Linie. The iconic vase shows no damage.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Large red abstract vase object by Cari Zalloni for Steuler, Germany, 1970s
By Cari Zalloni, Steuler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
ceramic object
Producer:
Steuler, Germany
Design:
Cari Zalloni
Decade:
1970s
Description:
These original vintage ceramic object was produced in the 1970s in Ge...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Exceptional Vase Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This exceptional vase from Rörstrand and maker or designer Carl Harry Stålhane, was made in Sweden in the midcentury. Its beautiful glazed combined with its incredible hourglass shap...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Blue Decorative Glass 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. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Modern Unique Large Ceramic Bowl Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This large unique bowl has a wonderful glaze. It’s made in Sweden at Rörstrand and designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. There is only one of its kind and is therefore a spectacular piece...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Decorative Ceramic Dish / Vide-Poche by Elchinger 1960s Green
By Elchinger
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Mid-Century French Decorative Ceramic Dish / Vide-Poche by Elchinger 1960s.
Green Color.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Transparent Art Glass Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in good original condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. Only one unique piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century French Decorative Ceramic Dish Vide-Poche by Honoré Milazzo C. 1960s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French ceramic decorative dish (c. 1960s) by Honoré Milazzo.
With geometrical decoratives shapes in bronw black red Colors.
Signed underneath.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane vases and trays , Sweden 1960
Located in Bronx, NY
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand dark blue ceramic trays Sweden, 1960.
Set of two trays and two vases in a blue/grey glaze
Vases 9.5" and 11"
Trays...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Six small Ceramic bowls by Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Palshus, Denmark
Located in Göteborg, SE
Six small bowls designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Palshus, Denmark.
Three bowls have blue harpsichord glaze and three have green harpsichord glaze. The bowls are signed on the bott...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Small hand crafted vase by Mobach, Netherlands 1960s
By Mobach
Located in ECHT, NL
Small hand turned ceramic vase or container in earth tone colors. It has three globes with the upper globe functioning as a lid. The creator is unknown. But could easily be a design ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Modern Brazilian Ceramics. Enameled ceramic vase, c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
This modern Brazilian ceramic represents an elegant vase, created around the 1960s. Made of enamelled ceramics, this artistic object embodies the contemporary aesthetics of the time....
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Enamel
Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman, Modernist Coffee Carafe Pitcher - Green
Located in Decatur, GA
Exquisite modernist coffee carafe designed by Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman. Beverage pitcher in rare green glaze with glossy white interior. Marked with the FL logo.
Excellent ...
Category
1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Rattan
Vintage MCM Atomic / Retro Ashtray or Vide-Poche, NASCO, Rare Design
Located in Warrenton, OR
Vintage MCM Atomic / Retro Ashtray or Vide-Poche, NASCO, Rare Design
Stamped "Hand Painted NASCO" on the base.
We love the mid-century modern design of t...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Stoneware
Pol Chambost French Midcentury Shell Bowl, circa1950
By Pol Chambost
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Ceramic shell bowl by Pol Chambost, France, circa1950. Measures: Height : 3.6cm - 1.4 in., Width : 25.5cm - 10in. Depth : 24.5cm - 9.6 in. Incised under the base "1025 Poterie Pol Ch...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Three wonderful pieces, from Rörstrand and maker, designer Gunnar Nylund. Made in Sweden in the midcentury. Exceptional glazed vases with wonderful curves. This set of three are rare...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
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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