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Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

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 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
Illuminated World Globe attributed to Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Denton, TX
Stainless steel sandwiched by solid walnut saber legs, fastened with stud and screws make this globe base equally stunning as the globe it self. The illuminated glass globe is covere...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Stainless Steel

  • Illuminated World Globe attributed to Edward Wormley
  • Illuminated World Globe attributed to Edward Wormley

Illuminated World Globe attributed to Edward Wormley

Maison Charles Style Horsehead Bookends
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of bookends made of molded brass in the shape of horse heads. This vintage pair is in excellent condition and are in the style of renowned French design house Maison Charles.
Category

1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Maison Charles Style Horsehead Bookends
  • Maison Charles Style Horsehead Bookends
  • Maison Charles Style Horsehead Bookends
  • Maison Charles Style Horsehead Bookends

Maison Charles Style Horsehead Bookends

Vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960
Located in View Park, CA
SHROOM SEASON: a pair of vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960. Tones of salt and slate. Some wear including losses; please see photos! Pick up in LA or we s...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • Vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960
  • Vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960
  • Vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960
  • Vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960

Vintage Italian marble mushroom bookends by Noymer, circa 1960

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's
By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's
  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's
  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's
  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Bookends by Wayne Husted, USA, 1960's

American Eagle Pair of solid Pewter bookends By Wilton Columbia
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid cast pewter American Eagle cast bookends circa 1970's Wilton Columbia Pa.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Pewter

  • American Eagle Pair of solid Pewter bookends By Wilton Columbia
  • American Eagle Pair of solid Pewter bookends By Wilton Columbia
  • American Eagle Pair of solid Pewter bookends By Wilton Columbia
  • American Eagle Pair of solid Pewter bookends By Wilton Columbia

American Eagle Pair of solid Pewter bookends By Wilton Columbia

Mid-century Brass Globe Ashtray c.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original mid-century brass flip top ashtray. The lid slides open on the globe's axis to reveal a cigarette ashtray. CREATOR: Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE: c.1960 ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Metal, Brass

  • Mid-century Brass Globe Ashtray c.1960
  • Mid-century Brass Globe Ashtray c.1960
  • Mid-century Brass Globe Ashtray c.1960
  • Mid-century Brass Globe Ashtray c.1960

Mid-century Brass Globe Ashtray c.1960

Midcentury Brass Globe Cigarette Holder and Ashtray/Coin Dish, circa 1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original midcentury brass cigarette holder and ashtray or coin dish. The lid slides open on the globe's axis to reveal a metal interior designed to hold cigarettes. This gl...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Metal, Brass

  • Midcentury Brass Globe Cigarette Holder and Ashtray/Coin Dish, circa 1960
  • Midcentury Brass Globe Cigarette Holder and Ashtray/Coin Dish, circa 1960
  • Midcentury Brass Globe Cigarette Holder and Ashtray/Coin Dish, circa 1960
  • Midcentury Brass Globe Cigarette Holder and Ashtray/Coin Dish, circa 1960

Midcentury Brass Globe Cigarette Holder and Ashtray/Coin Dish, circa 1960

Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen
Located in New York City, NY
A  unique and decorative French 1940's hand forged dark bottle green iron and hand coiled gilt iron room divider, rolling screen reflecting a blend of craftsmanship and artistic exp...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Wrought Iron

  • Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen
  • Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen
  • Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen
  • Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen

Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen

1980s Green Verde Guatemala Marble and Brass Bookends – a Pair
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning pair of bookends, circa the 1980s. These sturdy blocks are crafted from green Verde Guatemala marble, a rich and vibrant green stone known for...
Category

1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble, Brass

  • 1980s Green Verde Guatemala Marble and Brass Bookends – a Pair
  • 1980s Green Verde Guatemala Marble and Brass Bookends – a Pair
  • 1980s Green Verde Guatemala Marble and Brass Bookends – a Pair
  • 1980s Green Verde Guatemala Marble and Brass Bookends – a Pair

1980s Green Verde Guatemala Marble and Brass Bookends – a Pair

Mid Century Modern Replogle Brass Stand Globe in the Manner of Paul McCobb, 1955
By Paul McCobb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950's era Paul McCobb style globe with patina brass stand. Brass is original and has not been polished. Globe does have age, pictured. Dimensions: 34.5 H x 14.5 D.
Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Mid Century Modern Replogle Brass Stand Globe in the Manner of Paul McCobb, 1955
  • Mid Century Modern Replogle Brass Stand Globe in the Manner of Paul McCobb, 1955
  • Mid Century Modern Replogle Brass Stand Globe in the Manner of Paul McCobb, 1955
  • Mid Century Modern Replogle Brass Stand Globe in the Manner of Paul McCobb, 1955

Mid Century Modern Replogle Brass Stand Globe in the Manner of Paul McCobb, 1955

1970s Black Marble Cube Bookends – a Pair
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a beautiful pair of bookends, circa the 1970s. These sleek and modern bookends are crafted from black marble, exuding a sense of sophistication and simp...
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • 1970s Black Marble Cube Bookends – a Pair
  • 1970s Black Marble Cube Bookends – a Pair
  • 1970s Black Marble Cube Bookends – a Pair
  • 1970s Black Marble Cube Bookends – a Pair

1970s Black Marble Cube Bookends – a Pair

Vintage Mid-Century Carved Marble Bookends
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning pair of vintage carved marble bookends. Each has a semicircle sitting on top of a square (both shapes in a gray-ish tan marble). In good vintage condition with wear cons...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • Vintage Mid-Century Carved Marble Bookends
  • Vintage Mid-Century Carved Marble Bookends
  • Vintage Mid-Century Carved Marble Bookends
  • Vintage Mid-Century Carved Marble Bookends

Vintage Mid-Century Carved Marble Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Pair of Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric These custom made, substantial and very classic French fleur de lis bookends are hand crafted with authentic LV...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Pair of Mid-Century Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
  • Pair of Mid-Century Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
  • Pair of Mid-Century Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
  • Pair of Mid-Century Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric

Pair of Mid-Century Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric

Arched Wood Bookends - Set of 2
Located in Vallejo, CA
A pair of vintage wood bookends. Arched tops and made of strips of contrasting tones of wood. Vertical strips of brass have been inlayed into the bookends. Brass tabs at the bases.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Arched Wood Bookends - Set of 2
  • Arched Wood Bookends - Set of 2
  • Arched Wood Bookends - Set of 2
  • Arched Wood Bookends - Set of 2

Arched Wood Bookends - Set of 2

Pair of Vintage Solid Onyx Aztecs Mexican Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of solid onyx bookends, circa 1970's Aztec style some light chips due to age Sold AS/IS.
Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Onyx

  • Pair of Vintage Solid Onyx Aztecs Mexican Bookends
  • Pair of Vintage Solid Onyx Aztecs Mexican Bookends
  • Pair of Vintage Solid Onyx Aztecs Mexican Bookends
  • Pair of Vintage Solid Onyx Aztecs Mexican Bookends

Pair of Vintage Solid Onyx Aztecs Mexican Bookends

1950's Vintage White Turned Wood Room Divider Screen
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1950's Vintage Traditional style White Turned Wood 3 Panel Room Dividing Screen. Found this in a 19thc home.
Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Wood

  • 1950's Vintage White Turned Wood Room Divider Screen
  • 1950's Vintage White Turned Wood Room Divider Screen
  • 1950's Vintage White Turned Wood Room Divider Screen
  • 1950's Vintage White Turned Wood Room Divider Screen

1950's Vintage White Turned Wood Room Divider Screen

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted
By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Wayne Husted designed clear half glass bookends for Blenko, circa 1960s. In fine condition, no damage. Original Label, possible model # 434.
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Glass

  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted
  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted
  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted
  • Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted

Mid-Century Modern Blenko Clear Glass Half Circle Bookends by Wayne Husted

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line Chrome Jacks Bookends
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in St. Louis, MO
Bill Curry for Design line chrome plated iron jacks bookends or decorative objects. Often attributed to George Nelson, these are all original chrome plated.
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Chrome, Iron

  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line Chrome Jacks Bookends
  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line Chrome Jacks Bookends
  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line Chrome Jacks Bookends
  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line Chrome Jacks Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line Chrome Jacks Bookends

Pair of Black Zebra Marble Beveled Wedge Bookends with Caduceus Medical Emblem
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of black zebra marble beveled wedge bookends with caduceus medical emblem in silver plate, circa 1990s. The pair has a sharp design and cut and are in very good condition...
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate

  • Pair of Black Zebra Marble Beveled Wedge Bookends with Caduceus Medical Emblem
  • Pair of Black Zebra Marble Beveled Wedge Bookends with Caduceus Medical Emblem
  • Pair of Black Zebra Marble Beveled Wedge Bookends with Caduceus Medical Emblem
  • Pair of Black Zebra Marble Beveled Wedge Bookends with Caduceus Medical Emblem

Pair of Black Zebra Marble Beveled Wedge Bookends with Caduceus Medical Emblem

Group of Three Various Size Post Modern Tesselated Travertine Stone Obelisks
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
With three sizes the biggest standing 50 inches tall this group of travertine clad obelisks offer several possible arrangments to create intriguing sculptural compositions. The tops ...
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Travertine, Brass

  • Group of Three Various Size Post Modern Tesselated Travertine Stone Obelisks
  • Group of Three Various Size Post Modern Tesselated Travertine Stone Obelisks
  • Group of Three Various Size Post Modern Tesselated Travertine Stone Obelisks
  • Group of Three Various Size Post Modern Tesselated Travertine Stone Obelisks

Group of Three Various Size Post Modern Tesselated Travertine Stone Obelisks

Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's
By Alain Chervet
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's
  • Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's
  • Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's
  • Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's

Vintage Large Scale Brass Rams Head Bookends, 1970's

Mid Century Sculptural Jacks Jax Bookends by Bill Curry
By Bill Curry
Located in San Mateo, CA
Pair of jacks bookends designed by Bill Curry for his company Design Line. These are painted cast iron. The jacks are in great original condition. There are a few minor paint losses ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Iron

  • Mid Century Sculptural Jacks Jax Bookends by Bill Curry
  • Mid Century Sculptural Jacks Jax Bookends by Bill Curry
  • Mid Century Sculptural Jacks Jax Bookends by Bill Curry
  • Mid Century Sculptural Jacks Jax Bookends by Bill Curry

Mid Century Sculptural Jacks Jax Bookends by Bill Curry

Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stylish pair of midcentury wooden horse head bookends, circa 1970s. The bookends are heavy and well crafted, they are honey cream in color on a black marble base. Great addition to a...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends
  • Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends
  • Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends
  • Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends

Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends

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Solid Heavy Brass Vintage Mallard Bookends
Located in East Hampton, NY
These vintage heavy brass Mallard head bookends show a wonderful patina from age and use. One panel is slightly taller than the other ( see detail images).
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Solid Heavy Brass Vintage Mallard Bookends
  • Solid Heavy Brass Vintage Mallard Bookends
  • Solid Heavy Brass Vintage Mallard Bookends
  • Solid Heavy Brass Vintage Mallard Bookends

Solid Heavy Brass Vintage Mallard Bookends

Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four decorative Art Nouveau brass/bronze bookends. Germany, 1900s.   
Category

Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass, Bronze

  • Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900
  • Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900
  • Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900
  • Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900

Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900

Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Leather, Wood

  • Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's
  • Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's
  • Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's
  • Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's

Arrow Brass and Wood Bookends with Hand Stiched Leather, France 1960's

Vintage Table Globe, English, World Map, 13.5 Inch Diameter, Cartography, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage table globe. An English, paper finished world map with chrome meridian, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Fascinating mid-century globe with a delightful...
Category

1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Chrome

  • Vintage Table Globe, English, World Map, 13.5 Inch Diameter, Cartography, C.1960
  • Vintage Table Globe, English, World Map, 13.5 Inch Diameter, Cartography, C.1960
  • Vintage Table Globe, English, World Map, 13.5 Inch Diameter, Cartography, C.1960
  • Vintage Table Globe, English, World Map, 13.5 Inch Diameter, Cartography, C.1960

Vintage Table Globe, English, World Map, 13.5 Inch Diameter, Cartography, C.1960

Pair of 1970s Light Bulb in Lucite Bookends
By Pierre Giraudon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking and whimsical pair of bookends with lightbulbs filled with a phosphorescent (glow in the dark) substance suspended in a lucite cube. The pair was designed by Pierre Girau...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Lucite

  • Pair of 1970s Light Bulb in Lucite Bookends
  • Pair of 1970s Light Bulb in Lucite Bookends
  • Pair of 1970s Light Bulb in Lucite Bookends
  • Pair of 1970s Light Bulb in Lucite Bookends

Pair of 1970s Light Bulb in Lucite Bookends

Mid-Century Bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, Set of 9
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-century bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, set of 9. Very decorative Danish modern bookends in rosewood and metal designed by Danish designer Kai Kristiansen for Feldballe...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Hardwood

  • Mid-Century Bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, Set of 9
  • Mid-Century Bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, Set of 9
  • Mid-Century Bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, Set of 9
  • Mid-Century Bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, Set of 9

Mid-Century Bookends by Kai Kristiansen for FM 1960s, Set of 9

Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile set of white and gray colored geode bookends, circa 1960s. The set is in very good vintage condition. This particular set is a unique pair that parallels two sides. One s...
Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Rock Crystal

  • Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends
  • Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends
  • Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends
  • Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends

Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends

Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Iconic walnut and ceramic tile plinth bookends, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz of Marshall Studios. 1960s. One retains the original production sticker. The thickness of the walnut...
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Metal

  • Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century
  • Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century
  • Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century
  • Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century

Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century

Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry
By Bill Curry, Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of cast iron sculptural jack / jax bookends in the style of Bill Curry for Design Line, circa 1980s. The set is in good vintage condition and measures 10"W x 5.5"D x 4.5"...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Iron

  • Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry
  • Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry
  • Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry
  • Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry

Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry

Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends. Expressive faces with glass eyes gives these bookends a striking presence.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Alabaster

  • Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends
  • Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends
  • Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends
  • Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends

Vintage Italian Alabaster Owl Bookends

Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Cast Polished Brass Eagle Bookends
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Mid-Century cast polished brass eagle Bookends by Virginia Metalcrafters. Measure 7.75" in width, 2.5" in depth and 6.5" tall.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Cast Polished Brass Eagle Bookends
  • Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Cast Polished Brass Eagle Bookends
  • Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Cast Polished Brass Eagle Bookends
  • Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Cast Polished Brass Eagle Bookends

Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters Cast Polished Brass Eagle Bookends

Vintage Extending Book Slide, Venetian, Gilt, Tulipwood, Bookrest, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage extending book slide. A Venetian, gilt finished tulipwood bookrest, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Delightfully presented book slide, with appealing f...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Giltwood

  • Vintage Extending Book Slide, Venetian, Gilt, Tulipwood, Bookrest, Mid Century
  • Vintage Extending Book Slide, Venetian, Gilt, Tulipwood, Bookrest, Mid Century
  • Vintage Extending Book Slide, Venetian, Gilt, Tulipwood, Bookrest, Mid Century
  • Vintage Extending Book Slide, Venetian, Gilt, Tulipwood, Bookrest, Mid Century

Vintage Extending Book Slide, Venetian, Gilt, Tulipwood, Bookrest, Mid Century

Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Unique pair of bookends, each of three dolphins holding a big globe They are made of brass. It is a beautiful set for any home or office decor and would look great on table top or bo...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s
  • Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s
  • Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s
  • Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s

Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Creamy White Set of Mid-Century Sailboat Bookends Substantial in size and weight, these solid vintage brass newly powder-coated boats are both form and function. Fabu...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White
  • Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White
  • Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White
  • Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White

Pair of Bronze "X O" Bookends in the Style of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool pair of bronze "X O" bookends in the style of Curtis Jere, circa 1990s. The pair are in very good vintage condition with a wonderful patina and measure 4"W x 5.5"D x 6.5...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Bronze

  • Pair of Bronze "X O" Bookends in the Style of Curtis Jere
  • Pair of Bronze "X O" Bookends in the Style of Curtis Jere
  • Pair of Bronze "X O" Bookends in the Style of Curtis Jere
  • Pair of Bronze "X O" Bookends in the Style of Curtis Jere

Pair of Bronze "X O" Bookends in the Style of Curtis Jere

Vintage Pair of Music Note Bookends, Powder-Coated Orange
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Orange Set of Music Note Bookends Pair of vintage brass bookends in newly powder-coated orange. This pair are classic music notes on a square base. Absolutely one of a...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Vintage Pair of Music Note Bookends, Powder-Coated Orange
  • Vintage Pair of Music Note Bookends, Powder-Coated Orange
  • Vintage Pair of Music Note Bookends, Powder-Coated Orange
  • Vintage Pair of Music Note Bookends, Powder-Coated Orange

Vintage Pair of Music Note Bookends, Powder-Coated Orange

No Reserve
Pair of MCM Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of 1970's Brass Bookends with Vintage Louis Vuitton Fabric, Mid Century Modern These monogrammed bookends have been custom made and hand cra...
Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Pair of MCM Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
  • Pair of MCM Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
  • Pair of MCM Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
  • Pair of MCM Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric

Pair of MCM Brass Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric

Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends
Located in Pasadena, CA
Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends. wonderful scale to the saw and handle. Beautiful wooden grain. Great for a handy man reader or as a great decorative piece.
Category

1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Wood

  • Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends
  • Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends
  • Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends
  • Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends

Wooden Hand Made Hand Saw Bookends

Pair Solid Marble Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of 1960's Marble Bookends Sculptures with Vintage Louis Vuitton Fabric, Mid Century Modern These LV monogrammed bookends have been custom ma...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • Pair Solid Marble Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather
  • Pair Solid Marble Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather
  • Pair Solid Marble Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather
  • Pair Solid Marble Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather

Pair Solid Marble Bookends with Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather

No Reserve
Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century solid cast glass stylized elephant bookends. Backs are polished smooth, while fronts are textured.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Art Glass

  • Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko
  • Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko
  • Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko
  • Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko

Mid Century Elephant Bookends, Blenko

Carl Aubock Iron & Brass Coin Medal Midcentury Bookend, Austria, 1970s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a rare modernist book end, designed and manufactured by Carl Auböck III in the 1970s. The bookend consists of a large brass medal, which displays the coat of arms of the hous...
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass, Iron

  • Carl Aubock Iron & Brass Coin Medal Midcentury Bookend, Austria, 1970s
  • Carl Aubock Iron & Brass Coin Medal Midcentury Bookend, Austria, 1970s
  • Carl Aubock Iron & Brass Coin Medal Midcentury Bookend, Austria, 1970s
  • Carl Aubock Iron & Brass Coin Medal Midcentury Bookend, Austria, 1970s

Carl Aubock Iron & Brass Coin Medal Midcentury Bookend, Austria, 1970s

Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass
By Luciano Gaspari, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of large abstract sommerso bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass, circa 1960's. The pair are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Blown Glass

  • Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass
  • Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass
  • Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass
  • Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass

Pair of Large Abstract Sommerso Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Murano Glass

Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont
By James Mont
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont Circa 1950s An Exquisite Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral ...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont
  • Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont
  • Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont
  • Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont

Three-Panel Carved Bleached Hardwood Bird Floral Screen, Style of James Mont

Pair of Triangle Travertine Bookends by Fratelli Mannelli, 1960s
By Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Troy, MI
Fratelli Mannelli Triangle Travertine Bookends for Raymor Pair of travertine triangle form bookends made in Italy by Fratelli Mannelli for Raymor circa 1960s Additional Informatio...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Travertine

  • Pair of Triangle Travertine Bookends by Fratelli Mannelli, 1960s
  • Pair of Triangle Travertine Bookends by Fratelli Mannelli, 1960s
  • Pair of Triangle Travertine Bookends by Fratelli Mannelli, 1960s
  • Pair of Triangle Travertine Bookends by Fratelli Mannelli, 1960s

Pair of Triangle Travertine Bookends by Fratelli Mannelli, 1960s

Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England
By Cheney, London
Located in Andernach, DE
Handtasche / Koffer / Reisetasche / Aktentasche von Cheney, England. Herstellungszeitraum: um 1950. Schwarzer, dicker, weicher Samt (verm. Baumwolle) mit so schön Britischen Streife...
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England
  • Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England
  • Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England
  • Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England

Cheneys, London Samt & Leder Handtasche, Aktentasche, Tasche, 1950s, England

Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and White Obelisk
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning neo classical solid black marble boasting white grey and orange veins.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and White Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and White Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and White Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and White Obelisk

Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and White Obelisk

Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk

Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and black Obelisk

Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and grey Obelisk
Located in Houston, TX
Neoclassical Solid Marble tan, grey and green Obelisk
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Marble

  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and grey Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and grey Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and grey Obelisk
  • Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and grey Obelisk

Neoclassical Solid Marble Tan and grey Obelisk

American Midcentury Textured Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of midcentury glass owl bookends by Blenko from the 1960s. Incredible craftsmanship and detail in this pair of glass bookends that can adapt to your style as sculpture...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Blown Glass

  • American Midcentury Textured Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
  • American Midcentury Textured Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
  • American Midcentury Textured Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
  • American Midcentury Textured Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko

American Midcentury Textured Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko

Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Cast solid Brass Owl Figurine Sculpture Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s. Detailed Pair of solid brass book ends in the shape of owl sculptur...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s
  • Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s
  • Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s
  • Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s

Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s

Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage, mid-century obelisks finely crafted from blown-molded clear glass with an elegant profile, with cut-shaped pinnacles and undersides. Apparently unsigned. Each in g...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Glass

  • Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks
  • Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks
  • Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks
  • Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks

Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Owl Bookends, Powder Coated
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Pair Cast Iron Orange Powder Coated Bookends Absolutely spot on in terms of this MCM period, these sturdy iron owls will add to that vibe displayed on a bookcase or de...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Iron

  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Owl Bookends, Powder Coated
  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Owl Bookends, Powder Coated
  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Owl Bookends, Powder Coated
  • Pair of Mid-Century Modern Owl Bookends, Powder Coated

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Owl Bookends, Powder Coated

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Pair of Tennis Players on Quartz Court Bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in San Diego, CA
Excellent and rare pair of bronze tennis players on quartz court bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House, circa 1976. The pair are signed and da...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Quartz, Bronze

  • Pair of Tennis Players on Quartz Court Bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
  • Pair of Tennis Players on Quartz Court Bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
  • Pair of Tennis Players on Quartz Court Bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House
  • Pair of Tennis Players on Quartz Court Bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House

Pair of Tennis Players on Quartz Court Bookends by Curtis Jere for Artisan House

Pair of Rare Carl Aubock Brass and Tin Book Ends, First Generation, 1935-1945
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Vintage, made in the very first pre-War period of the existence of the Werkstätte Auböck in Vienna. Model number: 3531 - Illustrated in the exhibition catalogue of the Vienna Histori...
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Metal

  • Pair of Rare Carl Aubock Brass and Tin Book Ends, First Generation, 1935-1945
  • Pair of Rare Carl Aubock Brass and Tin Book Ends, First Generation, 1935-1945
  • Pair of Rare Carl Aubock Brass and Tin Book Ends, First Generation, 1935-1945
  • Pair of Rare Carl Aubock Brass and Tin Book Ends, First Generation, 1935-1945

Pair of Rare Carl Aubock Brass and Tin Book Ends, First Generation, 1935-1945

Sculptural Austrian Midcentury Brass Key Book Ends from the, 1950s
By Franz Hagenauer, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of large completely handcrafted sculptural modernist book ends in the shape of old keys. One-of-a-kind pieces, handmade of solid brass in the 1950s in Austria.
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Home Accents

Materials

Brass

  • Sculptural Austrian Midcentury Brass Key Book Ends from the, 1950s
  • Sculptural Austrian Midcentury Brass Key Book Ends from the, 1950s
  • Sculptural Austrian Midcentury Brass Key Book Ends from the, 1950s
  • Sculptural Austrian Midcentury Brass Key Book Ends from the, 1950s

Sculptural Austrian Midcentury Brass Key Book Ends from the, 1950s

Mid-century Modern home accents for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern home accents 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 home accents created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern home accents 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 home accents, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Blenko, Ben Seibel, and Replogle Globes. 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 home accents differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $220,000 while the average work can sell for $1,200.

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