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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 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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Black Giotto Stoppino Kartell Magazine Rack
Located in Chicago, IL
A nice example of this design in desirable black color. Earlier vintage Kartell label on underside.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Plastic

1970s Bamboo Magazine Holder, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage bamboo magazine or newspaper holder. Good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo

Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Magazine Rack, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Magazine Rack, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s Chic bamboo and rattan vintage magazine rack designed and produced in Sweden in the later half of the 20th c...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan

Extraordinary Mid Century Modern newspaper and magazine stand made of iron
Located in München, DE
Beautiful newspaper or magazine rack made of black iron and with brass ball feet. An original Mid Century Modern design object. Very high quality minimalist 1950s streamline design. ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Iron

Jacques Adnet Leather Magazine Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French designer Jacques Adnet is best known for impeccable designs that bring leather, function and design together. The magazine rack with iron structure in wonderful condition ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Iron

Midcentury Brass Magazine or Newspaper Rack
Located in Vienna, AT
Magazine rack in the style of Carl Auböck, made in Austria in the 1950s, brass construction on four slightly raised legs with drops feet made of plastic, Height 56 cm, age-related ...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Brazilian Modern Magazine Rack in Marble and Iron with Coffee Table, 1965
Located in Milano, IT
Classic modern Brazilian design from the middle of the last century, the magazine rack has a black square iron frame with suede slings to support the magazines. The set is completed ...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Marble, Iron

Swedish Modern, Pine, Magazine Rack, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Pine, Magazine Rack, Sweden, 1960s A pine magazine rack designed and produced in Sweden c. 1960s. One of two examples available; please inquire for prici...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Pine

Swedish Modern, Pine, Magazine Rack, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Pine, Magazine Rack, Sweden, 1960s A pine magazine rack designed and produced in Sweden c. 1960s. One of two examples available; please inquire for prici...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Pine

Midcentury Magazine Rack, Design ULUV, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very practical - Rare type - Marked - Rack, stand - Very good original condition.
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1950s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Flower Stand, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood - good, original condition.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Italian Magazine Rack, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury French riviera style bamboo and rattan magazine rack. This wonderful piece was realized in Italy during 1960s. This lovely piece is fantastic as it features heart-...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Cane

Midcentury Bamboo and Leather Magazine Rack, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant big magazine rack in bamboo with handle with leather details. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

1950s Brass and Fabric Magazine Stand, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - brass surface has been repolished
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Bamboo Magazine Rack or Multipurpose Rack Midcentury
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Bamboo magazine rack or botle rack/book rack  
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo

Large Peter Pepper Wall-Mounted Magazine Holder in Rosewood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wall-mounted magazine holder by Peter Pepper Products of Gardens, CA (circa 1970s). Composed of a black laminate divider in three sections framed by rosewood borders. Very nice, vin...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Laminate, Rosewood

Italian Rattan & Rush Midcentury Basket or Magazine Rack
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Rush and rattan basket with pivotable handle. Ideal as a magazine rack or fruit basket. Light oxidation and patina. height: cm 18- 42.5.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Rattan, Rush

Wood and metal magazine rack, mid-century, 1960s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Wood and metal magazine rack, mid-century, Italian made, 1960. Metal frame with black finish and shaped wooden compartment to hold magazines and newspapers. The essential design and ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Vintage Italian Brass Magazine Rack from 50s
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this Italian magazine rack made from brass. It includes a ceramic ashtray on the top. Produced in Italy during the 50s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Magazine Rack by Brazilian Designer, 1950s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern wood magazine rack by Unattributed Brazilian Designer. Made of solid wood and finished with varnish, this piece is part of a set of magazine racks and other pie...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Magazine Racks by Brazilian Designer, 1960s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Magazine Racks by Brazilian Designer, 1960s This unique pair of magazine racks is a testament to the creativity of mid-century Brazilian design. The racks are made from wood and were created by an unknown Brazilian designer...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass Glass Magazine Rack Lacca Fontana Arte 1950s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an ornate magazine rack, made of brass, with two smoked glass panels and an opal handle, by Lacca for Fontana Arte, circa the 1950s. In good vintage conditi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Arthur Umanoff Walnut Magazine Rack
Located in Highland, IN
This lovely walnut magazine rack by Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft has sculptural spindles that create visual movement as your perspective on the piece changes. 18.5"H X ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Walnut

Arthur Umanoff Teak Wood Mid Century Danish Modern Compass Book Magazine Rack
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arthur Umanoff Teak Wood Mid Century Danish Modern Compass Book Magazine Rack. Item features Mid 20th Century Measurements: 22" H x 16.5" W x 18" D.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Teak

Mid-Century Faux Bamboo Brass Magazine Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century faux bamboo brass magazine stand with two compartments, a central handle, and four curved feet.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Fontana Arte Brass and Smoked Glass Magazine Rack Stand, 1960s, Italy
Located in Rome, IT
A chic magazine holder comprising a curved smoked glass shelf held within a brass frame with an integral handle. By Fontana Arte, Italy, circa 1960.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

1970s Bamboo Magazine Holder, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage bamboo magazine or newspaper holder. Good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo

1960s ULUV Beech Newspaper Stand, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - stamped by producer
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Mid-19th Century Czech Antique Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Beech

20th Century Italian Modern Brass Folding Side Table - Vintage Magazine Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian folding side table made of hand crafted polished brass, in good condition. Each of the two table tops are adjustable, composed with a folding mechanism which allows it to be stored away, particularized by four different hunting scenery from the 1900's. Circa 1940 - 1950, Italy. Book Storage...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Magazine Rack in Bamboo and Italian Design Brass, 1970
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Magazine rack in bamboo and Italian design brass, 1970.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Chrome

Maison Bagues Brass and Glass Faux Bamboo Magazine Rack
Located in Berlin, BE
Very elegant faux bamboo magazine rack by Maison Bagues. The rack is made of brass and with smoked glass in an excellent quality. Very condition.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Vintage Italian Rattan 1960s Glove Box/Magazine Rack with Red Fabric
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This vintage box is made from a rattan frame with a red fabric bag. It features a useful lid and practice handle. It can be used as a magazine rack or a...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Fabric, Rattan, Rush

Mid-Century Modern Magazine Rack Newspaper Stand Etched Lucite 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern magazine rack, Newspaper Stand in Lucite with etched details to the sides. Beautiful piece for any interior design to store your favorite magazines or books. A-96...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Lucite

Italian Stained Plywood & Decotared Glass 1950s Magazine Rack
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Stained plywood structure with brass & grinded glass Mid-Century Modern magazine rack. Original Vintage condition: wear consistent with age and use.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Aluminum, Brass

Scandinavian Midcentury Magazine Holder
Located in Karlstad, SE
Scandinavian mid-century magazine holder in metal with a teak handle. Manufactured in Sweden circa 1950. Condition: Good original condition with signs of age and use.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Mid Century rope and black metal magazine rack, 1950's, tripod
Located in BELFORT, FR
Beautiful one-of-a-kind Mid Century Modern magazine rack, black metal and rope.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

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

VINTAGE CIRCA 1960's MID CENTURY MODER WALNUT & BURR YEW WOOD MAGAZINE RACK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this nice vintage light Walnut & Burr Yew wood side table sized magazine rack Please note the delivery fee ...
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1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Walnut, Yew

Nickel Circular Compact Magazine Holder
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Nickel circular compact magazine holder.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Nickel

Minimal Vintage Brass and Solid Wood Magazine Rack, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. It features a brass structure and solid wood details. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in ve...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Italian mid-century modern Magazine rack in woven rattan with handle, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Magazine rack in finely woven rattan with handle, 1960s Magazine rack entirely structured in curved and finely woven rattan. The magazine section is V-shap...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Rattan

Pair of Peter Pepper Black and White Wall-Mounted Magazine Holders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wall-mounted magazine holders by Peter Pepper Products of Wilmington, CA (circa 1970s). Composed of a laminate divider (one in black, the other in white) framed by walnut borders. V...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Laminate, Walnut

Solid Brass Tube Design Mid-Century Modern Magazine Stand on Casters
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid brass tube design Mid-Century Modern magazine stand on casters.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Walter Lamb Style Iron and Rope Magazine Stand
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Walter Lamb mid-century style magazine stand with iron base and zig zag cotton rope accent.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Iron

Mid century Chrome Over Brass Swan Magazine Holder after Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in, this very unusual Silver Mid-Century Chrome Over Brass Swan Magazine Holder, Rare. These were made in Italy for Maison Jansen in the 1960-1970s. This one is in very good co...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Chrome

Maison Baguès, Lacquered Metal and Imitation Bamboo News Paper Rack
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Baguès, lacquered metal and imitation bamboo news paper rack.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Aldo Tura Brass Magazine Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1950's Italian extra tall brass magazine holder by Aldo Tura. Very nice size and convenient handle. Gorgeous patina on original lacquered brass.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

French Mid-Century Modern Faux Leather Magazine Stand Attributed to Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century double level magazine stand in the modern neoclassical tradition; the piece is in metal that is stamped and enameled to appear as hand-stitched leather. ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Gold Leaf Finish Faux Bamboo Magazine Holder
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A faux bamboo magazine holder with a gold leaf finish in original vintage condition.
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1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Gold Leaf, Metal

Mid Century Sarreid Style Magazine Rack
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Stunning substantial brass clad magazine rack with a campaign design in the manner of Sarreid. Great visuals with skyscraper design. 3 angled storage areas provide varied exposures.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Midcentury Nickel-Plated Brass and Smoked Glass Magazine Rack, Italy, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Stilish magazine rack with geometric structure in nickel-plated brass with double oblique panel in smoked glass. Italian production from the 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass

Italian Travertine Magazine Rack, 1990's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice travertine magazine rack made in Italy in the 90's. It is made of beautiful travertine. Please take notice of the very nice patterns. It is in very good condition, one t...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Travertine

Mint Condition Mid Century modern c1970s Burnt Bamboo Magazine Rack
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mint Condition Mid Century modern c1970s Burnt Bamboo Magazine Rack
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo

Designer Vintage "Arched" Magazine Rack after Vernor Panton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magazine rack in off-white painted metal with a cane-wrapped handle, circa 1970s. Features two splayed 'arches' supported by a round base. Very unique form, reminiscent of designs by Vernor Panton...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Aged Vintage Magazine Holder with Greek inspired Motif
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage magazine rack features a charming design that combines functionality with artistic flair, showcasing a warm orange finish contrasted by black trim. The rack's scalloped ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Plated & Red Magazine Racks, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of magazine racks, made from brass plated metal and perforated metal plates lacquered in red color. In the style of Mathieu Matégot.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Metal

Tall Bamboo and Rattan What Not Shelf
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall Bamboo and Rattan What Not Shelf This is a free standing 4 sided Shelf Unit , made in the very Fashionable Bamboo, and it has 3 square rattan ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Bamboo

Machined Chrome Bar X Base Brass Nuts and Leather Belts Magazine Rack Shelf
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern machined chrome frame sling leather shelf magazine rack.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Brass, Chrome

Newspaper Rack Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
News paper rack in rosewood and canvas of danish design from the 1960s. H - 38 cm, W - 46.5 cm and D - 29.5 cm.   
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Canvas, Rosewood

Hardwood with Faded Oxblood Leather Top Bevan Funnell Side Table Magazine Rack
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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

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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