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Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Architectural Salvage Decorative Caved Wood Trim
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Ornate Wood Carved Trim Piece. For Decorative Purposes. This Piece has Wire for Hanging on the Back. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Paper Zoo by Ernst Roch ... 1974 Origami Paper-Folding Kit, Near-Mint Condition
Located in Chicago, IL
PAPER ZOO. Roch, Ernst Montreal, Canada: Signum Press Limited, 1974. First Edition. Paperback. ISBN: 091968601X Carton Slipcase + Softcover Booklet + Colored/Printed Pre-Scored Paper Commissioned by the Museum of Modern Art Held in the collection of the Musee National des Beaux-Arts de Quebec Entertaining paper folding kit that is based on a 19th century paper folding system that was created by a man for his son in Europe. The kit includes a 12- page instruction booklet and 32 pre-scored sheets of colorful paper. The slipcase is made of thick paper. The contents are protected by a white sleeve which slides into the slipcase; the instruction manual explains how to fold the paper into a horse, cow/bull, leopard/tiger/panther, lion, giraffe or camel. There are 32 pre-scored sheets of colored construction paper, except for 4 sheets which are white. Very good+ condition. Slipcase is dinged at the extremities. Interior seems to have never been used. Measures 7.5" square. ABOUT ERNST ROCH...
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1970s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Large Metal Gulf Gas Station Sign
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic gas station memorabilia.    
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Munchener Painted Coat of Arms with Giant Schnauzer
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage (20th Century) coat of arms/family crest depicting a black dog atop a red and gold shield of sheep flanked on either side by bulls above a banner reading "Munchener," which c...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Acrylic, Wood

Modernist Artist Made Bronze Crucifix. Unusual /TWIG & JESUS
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist Artist Made Bronze Crucifix. ,, Twig / tree branch and Jesus both cast bronze, Unusual design.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Bruce Goff Architectural Portfolio, 1978
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Rare limited numbered boxed portfolio for the "Art and Architecture of Bruce Goff" exhibit. Yellowstone Art Center. Billings, Montana 1978. Number 366/1500....
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Large Blue Italian Ceramic Ashtray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful large blue and green incised ceramic ashtray in the style of Aldo Londi’s Blue Rimini line for Bitossi. Perfect for the 1960s smoking swagger enthusiast or as a decorati...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

1960s White Ashtray by Giorgio Soavi for Olivetti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large four bowled plastic ashtray designed by Giorgio Soavi for Olivetti in 1965. Giorgio Soavi was the design director for Olivetti for nearly 50 years. Perfect for the 1960s or...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Plastic

Artist Ernest Tino Trova - Falling Man Medallion - 1970s Art Jewelry Pendant
Located in St. Louis, MO
Artist Ernest "Tino" Trova (1927-2009), Art Jewelry Falling Man in circle enamel and gold plate pendant, necklace or brooch. Walking figure in gold tone, with red ball on chest, back...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Large Bulbous Gold & White Christmas Tree Tree Hand Blown Ornament Decoration
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a nice, large bulbous peach and cream colored tree ornament which would make a wonderful decoration for your Christmas tree, or other winter or holiday display. It has some d...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Blown Glass

Red & Silver Mercury Blown Glass Church Christmas Tree Ornaments Lot of 3
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
What a cute lot of three traditional style church shaped hand blown Christmas tree ornaments that would make a fabulous addition to any seasonal decor. The churches are silver mercur...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Exquisite Sterling Silver Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
A very unique and quite stunning work. We haven't seen another quite like it. The workmanship and design are exquisite. Very eye-catching and unique. Sure to bring pleasure to th...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

LB LTD Tri-Ang Steel Train-Steam Locomotives Toy
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a bright orange and black color train-steam locomotives metal toy. It has four black tires and a little silver metal bell in the front top of...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel

Mid Century Chrome Binnacle Compass with Side Oil Lights
Located in Nantucket, MA
From a decommissioned lifeboat, a chrome binnacle compass in working order. It has two oil side lights for use at night. Top comes off. Dated 1978. Came off of a Russian lifeboat. T...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Chrome

"Surfiings Golden Age 1960 - 1969" Grannis Book Signed by Mike Doyle, Others
By Mike Doyle
Located in San Diego, CA
"Surfiings Golden Age 1960 - 1969" Grannis first edition book by Jeff Girard signed by surf pioneers Mike Doyle, Corky Carroll, Steve Pezman and LeRoy "Gran...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Over Europe Book by Jan Morris
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Over Europe book, September 1, 1992 by Jan Morris (Author). Fabulous aerial photographs of Europe, with text by Jan Morris! Front of dust jacket has wonderful photograph of Chateau...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Abstract Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
A striking metal sculpture of a fish. Iron with gold gilt decoration. Probably Asian.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Iron

French Bronze Buckle Brooch Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sculptured bronze brooch with a clip that be used on lapel or as a scarf tie by French Parisian art jewelry designer Line Vautrin (1913-1997) In a rare Inca motif, with triangular ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Italian Vintage Brass and Velvet Evening Handbag Night Out Purse Clutch Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Italian vintage brass and velvet night out purse, shoulder bag, clutch or handbag. Marked inside, made in Italy. Measures: Length of chain 36 inches. ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Mike Myron Nevelson Wood Sculpture, Son of Louise Nevelson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Wood sculpture/cigarette lighter by Myron "Mike" Nevelson (1922-2019), son of Louise Nevelson, circa 1950. Myron's work is seldom seen. This would be a rare example of his talent. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Hardwood

1950s Midcentury Jacaranda Geometric Faceted Humidor Dispensary Apothecary Box
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Heavy solid Brazilian rosewood lidded jar/box, weighing 1 lb. 11 oz. Possibly was designed as a humidor but does not smell of tobacco. Unmarked.
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Rosewood

Rosenthal Box with Porcelain Tiles by Bjorn Wiinblad, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Rosenthal, Studio Line Wood cigarette box with four decorative porcelain tiles with gold glaze by Bjorn Wiinblad with round label Rosenthal Germany at b...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain, Wood

1943 "USO Map Guide to Washington"
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is a WWII map of Washington, DC, issued as a guide for service men and women visiting or working in the city during the war. The map was created by Allen F. Free and published a...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Sigfredo Pineda Sigi Mid Century Sterling Brooch Pendent
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well crafted sterling silver brooch pendent with amoeba shaped design having 8 silver balls of varying sizes to the front. The back round has been oxidized by the artist and the ed...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Boho Brass Horse on Stand
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of vintage charm to your space with this exquisite Vintage Boho Brass Horse on Stand, a striking piece that blends artistry and history. Cra...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Softbound Program 1958 Film Francais by Bernard Buffet
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare "Film Francais" softbound program featuring original artwork from Bernard Buffet, circa 1958. The program is in good vintage condition with no rips or tears and has nine ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Bitossi for Raymor Italian Mid Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray Catch All Dish
Located in Lutz, FL
Large uncommon design Bitossi for Raymor Italy Ashtray or Catch All Trinket Dish Circa 1960’s, signed underneath small remnant of original Raymor ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic, Pottery

The Century by Peter Jennings and Todd Brewster Published by Doubleday 1998
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Century by Peter Jennings and Todd Brewster Published by Doubleday 1998.What was it like to watch the Wright Brothers soar into the sky? To hear the first crackling voice aired o...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1970s Abstract Brass Pendant Style of Pal Kepenyes
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s pendant mixed metals mounted on a copper plate. unsigned. attributed to Pal Kepenyes H 0.5 in. x W 4.5 in. x D 4.5 in. Item is preowned vintage condition.
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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Curtis Jere Tic - Tac - Toe Onyx and Metal Sculptures or Bookends
Located in Saint Louis, MO
One of a kind Curtis Jere onyx and metal Tic Tac Toe sculptures or bookends, sold individually or as a pair. All of Jere's Tic Tac Toe sculptures are unique ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Onyx, Metal

5-Piece Travel Manicure Set with Brush
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome compliment to the men's dressing table, dressing room or Valet. The attractive Garment brush, with brass trim, and clasp opens to reveal a fil...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Ashtray US Oberammergau US Army School
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage ceramic ashtray with Imagery of the US Oberammergau US Army School established in Germany in the 1960s. Ashtray is in good condition.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Larry Laske Prototype Model for Toothpick Cactus Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Larry Laske Prototype Model for Cactus Table, Handmade by Laske Studio who's award winning Toothpick Cactus table for Knoll, This model was a revision of that table for knoll as a 20...
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1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Set of 2 Azure Gold Murano Ashtray and Cigarette Holder Mid-Century Modern Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Tobacco Accessories set of two Italian heavily hand-blown Azure and gold-filled Murano ashtray with matching cigarette holder. Mid-Century Modern Design Made by the famous Art Glass ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Murano Glass

Collectible Object Duck Vide Poche in Silver and Shell Signed by Binazzi
Located in Miami, FL
Decorativ object, vide poche, signed by Binazzi in silver and natural shell. Italian work, circa 1970.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

1940s Tin Sign Philip Morris Cigarettes Smoking Mid-Century Garage Decor Tobacco
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Over two foot wide 'Tin Tacker' Sign. A brightly colored embossed metal "Call For Philip Morris" cigarette advertising sign with a great graphics of a period bell hop...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Tin

Maison Lancel Polished Bronze Koi Fish Sconces Creme Cone Shade France 1950-Pair
By E. Guillemard, Maison Lancel
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Lancel Bronze Japanese Koi Sconces, wall lights with cream Cone Paper shade. These animal sculpture lighting was made in the...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent Desolation: Images from the Apollo 11 Lunar Mission, Signed by Buzz
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Aldrin, Buzz. Magnificent Desolation: Images from the Apollo 11 Lunar Mission with the Words of Astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Reno: Jack Bacon and Company, 2009. First Edition. Numbered 148...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Fabric, Paper

1950s Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Double Pipe Rest Holder with Leather Back
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Italian hand painted double pipe holder, circa 1950s with leather backing stamped on the bottom made in Italy, please note the leather on the back has come off and its miss...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ceramic, Leather

Arnaldo Pomodoro, Sculpture, 1960-1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Arnaldo Pomodoro House of Cards by ; 18 die-cut interlockable cards, notched on all sides that can be arranged into many ways to create your own Pomodoro sculpture. Cards are lettered from A-X. Cards for the first half of the alphabet have B/W photos of Pomodoro sculptures on one side, backed by text on silver background: "An Exchange of Letters: Arnaldo Pomodor and Tom L...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Vintage Trio 1960s Black White Orange Enamel Flower Brooches One Crown Trifari
Located in Topeka, KS
For you, a trio of vintage 1960s enamel flower brooches. One black and gold-tone crown Trifari daisy, a white unsigned gardenia, and an orange and gold-tone unsigned petal flower. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Skodje Skern The Oldest Game in the World
By Skodje
Located in New York, NY
Wenge wood game board by Skodje Skern, Denmark, circa 1960. Game board made from a solid piece of wood, designed for playing "Kahala," one of the earliest known games. Signed ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Pair of Patinated Metal and Wood Roller Skates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of roller skates, made famous in the movie THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH... when Tom Ewel falls over them twice (not the actual skate props from the movie)... The pair are heavily patinated and make a great decorative addition to many settings, especially the office, or kids room, play room'
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Hobe Peacock Fringe Set Necklace & Earrings
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hobé necklace and earrings set constructed from gilt brass and glass beads. A serpentine collar chain necklace with filigree hidden clasp. The central ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Vintage Handmade Humpty Dumpty Wooden Shelf Decor
Located in Seattle, WA
Unique vintage handmade Humpty Dumpty wooden shelf decor. Vintage patina and character. Vintage condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only.. Box H6 Dimensions. 7.5" W...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Maison Lancel Brass Dolphin Sconces Ruffled Opaline Glass Shade France 1950-Pair
By E. Guillemard, Maison Lancel
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Lancel brass dolphin sconces, wall lights with original white ruffled Opaline glass shade. These animal sculpture lighting was m...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Wonder Stories Calendar 1930s Covers by Gernsback-Frank R Paul Collectible
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mystery, Adventure, Romance, the magazine of prophetic fiction. Wonder Stories Calendar 1930s Covers by Gernsback-Frank R Paul Collectible. The Tragedy Of Spi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

1950s Balloon Ashtray Dish Yellow Stoneware Pottery Tent Circus Carnival Italy
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Subtle Oval-shaped Ashtray with a Hot Air Balloon / Circus Carnival. No markings, just a small remnant of a paper label. No chips, and no cracks.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Stoneware

Bertrand Goldberg Chicago Architecture Model Marina City Building, Beam Bottle
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A wonderful piece of decor, a hard to find retro Chicago skyline model of the famous Marina City towers. Signed, Numbered, Dated 1962, C.Miller for J.B. Beam, etc. in the mold, see ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain

Necklace Chocker of Glass Cut Leaves and Berries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hand crafted blue glass beaded choker / necklace. a lovely piece for the right person. The length without the added 1" is about 14.5"
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wire

Treasury of American Design Volume 1 & 2 Ed. Clarence P. Hornung
Located in CA, CA
Treasury of American Design Ed. Clarence P. Hornung; J. Carter Brown (foreword); Holger Cahill (introduction) Published by Harry N. Abrams Inc, New York 1976. 2 volume hard back ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Harley Davidson Rolling Sculpture Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Harley Davidson Rolling Sculpture Hardcover Book by Doug Mitchel Celebration of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles.The book features full-color photography of over 100 classic and contempor...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Set of 3 Sarreid LTD Mexico Tin Metal Sports Player Team Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Sarreid Ltd. Mexico handcrafted Mid-Century Modern tin metal sports player figurine, set of 3. Marked and numbered at the base. Rare Collector's Items. O-623-335
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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Tin

CAT MINIATURE 1970 Italian Figure Of A Cat In Solid Textured .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Figurine of a cat in solid sterling. This is a beautiful and very well made figurine of a seated cat created in Firenze Italy, back in 1970. The little decorative lovely cat has bee...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver, Sterling Silver

DOG MINIATURE 1970 Italian Figure Of A Dog In Solid Textured .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Figurine of a dog in solid sterling. This is a beautiful and very well made figurine of a standing dog created in Firenze Italy, back in 1970. The little decorative lovely dog has b...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Hand Carved Shell "Knight" Cameo Cufflinks in 14-Karat with Bullet Back Clasp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1950s cameo "Knight" cuff links, full marked "14K" featuring a 14-karat post with a hand carved portrait of a knight fixed to a back clasp...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold

Games' Industries Mid-Century English Blue Painted Wooden Ship's Hull Model
Located in Queens, NY
English Mid-Century wooden "Albatross" yacht hull model of a ship with a painted and varnished deck and light blue and silver painted exterior (plate on deck reads, "GAMES INDUSTRIES...
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Shabbos Cups
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary set of sterling silver Shabbos cups and matching round tray in a blue velvet box (marked with inititals: AJS; SAFRA)
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Alabaster

Mid-century Modern collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern collectibles and curiosities 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 collectibles and curiosities created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern collectibles and curiosities made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original collectibles and curiosities, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Line Vautrin, Dunhill, and Kay Bojesen. 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 collectibles and curiosities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $130,932 while the average work can sell for $755.

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