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Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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
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Midcentuury Magazine Rack by Ico Parisi, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant midcentury magazine holder by Ico Parisi with prints. This foldable magazine holder is made from rosewood and brass. Good condition, with slight user traces. 1950s, ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Chestnut, Wood Metal and Brass Italian Magazine Rack Basket, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Unique mid-century chestnut wood, black metal and brass magazine basket. This amazing piece was made in Italy during the 1960s. This piece is stunning as it has a black metal base...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Lucite and Brass Magazine Holder by Charles Hollis Jones, Signed and Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magazine rack in smoked Lucite and brass handles designed in the 1960s by Charles Hollis Jones. The magazine holder is from the "Box" line, it was manufactured in the mid-1960s, it ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Lucite

Midcentury Wood Slat and Iron Magazine Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury wood slat and iron magazine or book stand. USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Iron

Ernest Sohn Siamese Teak Magazine Holder, circa 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ernest Sohn Siamese teak magazine holder, circa 1960s Measures: 16" wide x 5" deep x 14.5" high A great vintage Mid-Century Modern magazine ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Teak

Mahogany Magazine Rack Geometric Shape Italian Design Midcentury Glass Parts
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mahogany magazine rack geometric shape Italian design midcentury glass parts.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Glass, Mahogany

Maison Baguès Attributed Cast Brass Faux Bamboo Magazine Rack or Newspaper Stand
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Maison Baguès attributed cast brass and smoked dark toned glass magazine / newspaper / book rack, holder or stand, perfect for the Hollywood Regency style, in faux bamboo. Made in Fr...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Hardwood with Faded Oxblood Leather Top Bevan Funnell Side Table Magazine Rack
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this nice vintage light mahogany side table magazine rack with oxblood leather top A good versatile table, this is circa 40-60 years old, made b...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Leather, Hardwood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Folding Magazine Holder by Cesare Lacca
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian, Mid-Century Modern, walnut and brass, magazine holder by Cesare Lacca folds up from it's handle for mobility.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Vintage Dorothy Thorpe Magazine Rack Lucite Mirror and Mylar "Chrome"
Located in Van Nuys, CA
In the manner of Dorothy Thorpe, this sculptural magazine rack has a mirrored base that holds twelve chrome sockets into which the Lucite uprights are secured. With Mid-Century Moder...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Chrome

Magazines stand, simili leather and metal, France 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This stand Magazine is in Simili leather, in a black color. It has been made in France circa 1970. It is in a good condition.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Faux Leather

Mid-Century Modern Magazine Rack Teak Chrome, 60's
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Sleek magazine rack made of teak (veneer) and chrome-plated metal from the 1960s. The chrome has some small spots, the teak veneer is in a very nice condition considering its age.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Chrome

Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Italian Magazine Rack, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury French riviera magazine rack in bamboo and rattan. This wonderful piece was produced in Italy during the 1960s. This magazine rack is unique as the bamboo struc...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan

Magazine Rack Stand Metal Smoked Glass Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Midcentury French stand with magazine rack Black lacquered metal Smoked glass Good vintage condition for its age with only minor marks of use.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Teak Magazine Rack by Ernest Sohn
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare Mid-Century Modern smoked Lucite and teak magazine rack by Ernest Sohn, circa 1960s. The piece has a sold teak upper and lower portion and smoked Lucite side panels. The d...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Lucite, Teak

Mathieu Matégot Vintage Magazine Holder Perforated Metal circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introduce a captivating piece of design history with the Mathieu Matégot Vintage Magazine Holder. This magazine holder, designed by the renowne...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Rattan Bamboo Magazine Basket Stand by Artimeta, the Netherlands 1960s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This rattan magazine basket stand was manufactured by the Dutch company Artimeta. It has a braided rattan magazine basket on a black metal stand. An elegant and minimalistic design. ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Rack, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Magazine holder, manufactured in Italy in 1950s Made of solid brass and black enameled iron Completely restored.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Iron

Carl Auböck Magazine Rack No. 4102, Patinated Brass Leather, 1950
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous and large magazine or newspaper tray made of patined brass and black leather designed by Carl Auböck, manufactured by Carl Auböck workshop, Vienna, Austria, in midcentury ...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

French Magazine Rack Stand Wrought Iron and Oak circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Mid-century magazine rack stand, circa 1960 French Wrought iron and massive oak Good condition Shipping: L 43.5 P24.5 H51.5 5.8 kg.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wrought Iron

Italian Midcentury Bamboo and Wicker Magazine Stand
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming Italian midcentury bamboo and wicker magazine holder or rack has been designed and manufactured in Italy 1960s. It´s style and m...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Wicker

Brass Faux Bamboo Magazine Rack or Basket, by Bottega Gadda, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Oval brass faux bamboo magazine rack or basket by Bottega Garda, Italy, 1970s. On the bottom the signature is still engraved "Made in Italy". Bott...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Bamboo Magazine Rack with Brass and Asian Accent
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage bamboo magazine rack with brass Chinese accent. Excellent condition. Measures 15"W x 7"D x 11"H.
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Wicker

Bamboo & Rattan French Riviera Coffee Table with Magazine Rack, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Mid-Century Modern coffee table or stool with magazine rack, perfect in any entry hallway as well as next to a sofa or in any bathroom. Beauty of the woven materials is timeless and ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Hollis Jones Magazine Holder in Brass and Acrylic
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic lucite and brass magazine holder was created in the late 1970s and was designed by the American furniture designer Ch...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Magazine Rack on Wheels
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern fine rosewood magazine rack storage.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Rosewood

Exceptional Large Mid-Century Modern Wicker Magazine Rack or Stand, 1960s, Italy
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, large and decorative Mid-Century Modern wicker magazine rack or stand. Manufactured probably in 1950s, Italy. The magazine holder is executed in wicker and metal. ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Danish Modern Leather and Teak Magazine Rack by Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Magazine holder designed by Danish Aksel Kjersgaard in the 1960s. Dual brown suede leather cradle slings. Solid teak frame. Branded "Aksel Kjersgaard Odder", "Made in Denmark".
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Suede, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Black Metal Brass Vintage Magazine Rack, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
This presented vintage magazine rack in the style of Mathieu Mategot stands out through its extraordinary structure. Also the magazine basket of the maga...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Magazine Rack Table Brass and Glass, Italy 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Magazine rack stand in a brass and glass structure which can also be used as a table as it features a glass shelf. Made in Italy in the 1950s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Maison Baguès Attr. Cast Brass Faux Bamboo Magazine Rack or Newspaper Stand
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Maison Baguès attributed cast brass and smoked dark toned glass magazine / newspaper / book rack, holder or stand - perfect for the Hollywood Regency style - in faux bamboo. Made in ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Teak Wood Coffee Table Magazine Rack, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Coffee table and magazine rack in teak made in Italy in the 1970s. The magazine rack part features interlocking wooden slats connected by a brass pin.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood, Teak

Mathieu Matégot Magazine Rack
Located in Miami, FL
Mathieu Matégot iron magazine rack.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Iron

Midcentury Wood and Brass Italian Magazine Rack in Ico Parisi Style, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury wood and brass folding magazine rack. This item was produced in Italy during 1950s in the style of Ico Parisi. This folding magazine rack is marvellous as it has two watercolour landscapes engravings on each side affixed behind the glass, plus beech and brass details. Iconic design and unique features, this piece is going to be a central point in a midcentury-style living room or entrance hall. Ico Parisi was an Italian architect and designer. Born Domenico Parisi in 1916 in Palermo, Italy, he was involved in building construction and architecture in Como during his early adulthood. By the 1940s, Parisi took up filmmaking and began designing furniture in 1945, for which he would become most renowned. His designs are characterized by their Italian Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, constructed using soft woods often cut into boomerang-like shapes, augmented by metal slats and boldly colored upholstery. His most prolific period was the two decades that preceded 1965, when he married and formed a design team with his wife, Luisa Aiani, in 1948. He studied architecture between 1949-1952 under Alberto...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Scandinavian Teak Magazine Rack, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This magazine rack is made of exotic teak. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Midcentury Iron Magazine or Book Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury iron magazine or book holder. 1950s.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Iron

Midcentury Enameled Metal, Maple, Teak and Brass Italian Magazine Rack, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury enameled metal, maple, teak and brass magazine rack. This unique piece was produced in Italy during 1950s. This item is breathtaking has its structure is made o...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Aluminum

Rattan Magazine Rack, France, circa 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Rattan magazine rack, France, circa 1940 Delicate magazine rack comprised of bended rattan. Good condition with no damages.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Rattan

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Tripod Ashtray and Magazine Rack
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An italian brass tripode ashtray, usable near an armchair. It's in original nice vintage conditions and patina. The tripod ashtray is crafted from brass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Stich Black Leather Magazine Holder, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stich black leather magazine holder. Metal base covert with leather. Brass details. Nice stylish piece. Good condition.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Leather

Rattan & Bamboo Magazine Rack Stand, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant magazine rack stand in bamboo and rattan with handle made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wicker, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Mathieu Matégot Style Mid-Century Modern Yellow Pink Flower Stand, 1950s, France
Located in Vienna, AT
Mathieu Matégot style vintage Mid-Century Modern flower stand 1950s France, which shows pastel shades in pink and yellow and gold. A stunning and delicate flower stand or flower shelf...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Bamboo Magazine Stand, Italy, 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Mid-Century Modern bamboo magazine stand, Italy, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan

Jacques Adnet Magazine Rack
Located in Miami, FL
Jacques Adnet Magazine rack, brass and steel Restored and refinished.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Iron

Magazine Rack in Solid Beechwood
Located in Wien, AT
Magazine rack in solid beechwood Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands, 1950s. Original condition.
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood, Beech

In the Style of Christian Dior, Pair of Lucite, Brass and Encrusted Cane
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of magazine racks are made of Lucite and encrusted cane. This is a beautiful work in the style of Christian Dior and Gabriella Crespi. This is a French work, circ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Very Rare Aldo Tura Magazine Rack
Located in Munich, DE
Brass and goatskin.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

White Wire Poodle Magazine Rack
Located in New York, NY
Italian mid-century white painted wire stylized poodle magazine rack.   
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wire

Old Mid-Century Modern Italian Design Brass Magazine Rack Vintage Prints, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-Century Modern Italian design brass magazine rack and vintage prints, 1950s, Particular form. On request the brass part can be polished, without any additional cost.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Solid Oak Danish Magazine Rack, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-Century Modern Danish oak magazine rack. This fantastic item was produced in Italy during the 1970s. A wonderful piece that is lovable because of its solid oak frame. This ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid Century Magazine Holder, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage metal magazine rack intertwined with a rubber cord.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Pastoe Magazine-holder designed by Cees Braakman, Dutch Design, 1954
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-century magazine table from the Combex Series TM05 designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe 1954. Sleek walnut top with black wrought metal frame and mesh magazine holder. Dimension...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Jansen Brass Swan Magazine Rack
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Jansen brass magazine rack in the graceful form of a swan. The sturdy and functional magazine holder is a beautiful addition to any room or decor. Large enough to ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Tony Paul Magazine Rack Removable Tray Table, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Tony Paul for Woodlin-Hall “Tempo Group” occasional table with magazine Stand and removable wood tray. Iron frame with wooden ball feet, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Iron

Danish Design, Wall Mounted Shelf, Magazine Rack, Pine, Metal, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wall mounted magazine rack with shelves. Features display shelves and magazine storage.     
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Maison Jansen, Magazine Rack with Claw Feet, Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice magazine rack is made of wood and brass with claw feet. This is a French work by famous designer Maison Jansen, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Very Rare Magazine Rack by Carl Auböck
Located in Munich, DE
Manufactured by Werkstätten Auböck. brass and leather.
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1940s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Beautiful Magazine Rack, Cognac Saddle Leather, Chrome
Located in Miami, FL
Chromed frame, natural saddle leather straps. Beautiful patina. Straps are not fixed…can be moved.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Chrome

Mid-century Modern magazine racks and stands for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern magazine racks and stands 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 magazine racks and stands created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern magazine racks and stands 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 magazine racks and stands, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Mathieu Matégot, Cesare Lacca, and Jacques Adnet. 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 magazine racks and stands differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $82 and tops out at $14,000 while the average work can sell for $999.

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