Modern Toys and Dolls
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Period: Late 20th Century
Vintage Master "Ferrari Formula" Testarossa Phone, 80s Miami Vice Era Telephone
Located in Milano, IT
It may not be white, but Miami Vice vibes are guaranteed with this funny and rare "Ferrari Testarossa" telephone! Reproducing what appears to be an early Monodado version of the icon...
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1980s Hong Kong Vintage Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Porsche Carrera Pedal Car by Giordani
By Giordani
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Porsche Carrera pedal car by Giordani Bologna Italy.
A white vintage Porsche toy pedal car circa 1970 - 1980.
This old pedal car type Porsche 911 ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Toys and Dolls
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Plastic
Barbie Marilyn Monroe, Hollywood Legends Collection Doll
By Mattel
Located in Milano, IT
In the year 1997, a Barbie doll emerged from the depths of Hollywood's golden era to immortalize one of the most iconic moments in film history. She is none other than Barbie as Marilyn Monroe, a dazzling tribute to the legendary actress and her unforgettable role in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." This Barbie, a prized gem from the Hollywood Legends Collection by Mattel, is a breathtaking embodiment of Marilyn's timeless glamour.
Adorned in the famous pink dress that Marilyn Monroe wore in the film, this Barbie exudes the allure and magnetism of a Hollywood icon. The dress, tailored to perfection, hugs her figure in all the right places, capturing the essence of Marilyn's seductive elegance. The intricate jewelry from the movie has been meticulously inserted into the Barbie, adding an extra layer of authenticity to this collector's masterpiece. But it is not just the dress and jewelry that make this Barbie extraordinary. What sets her apart is that she has remained intact, her box never opened since the day she was created. It has been a silent witness to the passage of time, a tribute to Marilyn Monroe's enduring legacy and her indelible mark on film history.
The box set itself is very elegant, a window into the glamorous and intriguing world that Marilyn inhabited. It is adorned with images and drawings that pay homage to the unforgettable moments Marilyn brought to the silver screen. Opening this box would be like unveiling a piece of film history, releasing the magic of Marilyn Monroe into the world once again. Included in this collector's package is a doll stand...
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1990s Italian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic, Paper
Hollywood Legends Collection Barbie Doll Scarlett O'Hara in Green Drapery Dress
By Mattel
Located in Milano, IT
In the enchanting year of 1994, a Barbie doll emerged, not as a mere plaything, but as a living legend. She embodied the timeless allure of Hollywood, capturing the essence of Scarle...
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1990s Italian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic, Paper
Mattel The Great Eras Collection Barbie Victorian Lady 1996
By Mattel
Located in Milano, IT
In 1995, a Barbie doll emerged from the annals of history as a testament to the grace and elegance of a bygone era. It is Victorian Lady, a prized piece from Mattel's Great Era Colle...
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1990s Italian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic, Paper
Barbie 1994 Scarlett O'Hara Gone with the Wind by Mattel
By Mattel
Located in Milano, IT
In the year 1994, amidst a world of fleeting trends and ever-changing fashions, there emerged a timeless icon, a Barbie doll that would captivate hearts and minds for generations to come. Her name was Scarlett O'Hara, dressed in a resplendent red velvet gown...
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1990s Italian Modern Toys and Dolls
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Plastic, Paper
1990s Stokke Children's Wood Rocking Horse Hippo by Wolfgang Rebentisch
By Stokke
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Wood Rocking horse named Hippo Designed by Wolfgang Rebentisch for Stokke Norway
Award winning design
45 long x 11.5 d x 21.5
Original preowned vintage condition
Refer to all i...
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1990s Norwegian Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
1970s Vintage Red Pez Fireman Candy Dispenser U.S, Pat. 3.410.455
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning Pop Art PEZ dispenser from Austria. Made of plastic, in the 1970s. Marked made in Austria and US Pat. 3.410.455. Found at an estate sale in Vien...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic
1980s Vintage Red PEZ Space Gun Candy Dispenser U. S. Pat. 3.370.746
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning Pop Art PEZ dispenser from Austria. Made of plastic, circa 1980s. Marked made in Austria and US Pat. 3.370.746. Found at an estate sale in Vienn...
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1980s Austrian Vintage Modern Toys and Dolls
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Beautiful Pez Dispenser Popart Clown Advertising Chalkboard Vintage Austria 1970
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning Pop Art PEZ dispenser Advertising chalkboard from Austria. Made of plastic, circa 1970s. Found at an estate sale in Vienna Austria. A nice addit...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Toys and Dolls
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Plastic
Pop Art Niki de Saint Phalle Inflatable Plastic Snake Collectibles, France 1999
Located in Miami, FL
Pop art Niki de Saint Phalle double sided inflatable plastic Snake collectibles, France, 1999.
Swimming pool toys for happiness.
Never used, New out of the ...
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1990s French Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic
Rare Vintage 1980s Lenci Doll, Serial Number 46
Located in Plainview, NY
The Lenci doll is one of the most beautiful dolls ever made. This rare beautiful vintage original Lenci Doll from 1980s. The doll was purchased from the Nu...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Toys and Dolls
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Fabric, Wool
Pop Art Niki de Saint Phalle Inflatable Plastics Rhino Collectibles, France 1999
Located in Miami, FL
Pop Art Niki de Saint Phalle inflatable plastics Rhino collectibles, France, 1999.
Toys for happiness.
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1990s French Modern Toys and Dolls
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Plastic
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Here is a collection of adorable leather coin banks made in japan in Mid-Century Modern period. All are in different grades of condition, lose seams, missing lock or key in some, als...
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Located in Antwerp, BE
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Located in Hudson, NY
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Modern toys and dolls for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern toys and dolls 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 toys and dolls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with plastic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern toys and dolls 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 toys and dolls, popular names associated with this style include Ilse Silva, Miguel Silva, Wooda, and Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.. 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 toys and dolls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $120 and tops out at $27,652 while the average work can sell for $865.
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