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Mid-Century Modern 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
Fontana Arte, Coat Hangers, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass coat hangers, designed and produced by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1940s.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Italian Designer, Pair of Coat Racks, Brass, Resin, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and resin coat racks, designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1940s.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Set of Four Coat Hangers, Art Nouveau Style Solid Brass, Vintage 1950s to 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of four beautiful vintage hangers made of solid brass with a lovely patina. A very special dress deserves a very special hanger. Made of solid bra...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

1950's Matthieu Mategot Attributed Standing Planter and Magazine holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Matthieu Mategot attributed planter with magazine rack. Versatile 50's style black enameled wire frame planter with ceramic pot and plastic wrapped accents. A lightweight...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wire

Midcentury Brass Mategot Style Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand element was produced in the 1950s in France. It is made of solid...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Coat Rack by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Coat Rack by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

1950s Italian Mid-Century Brass Metal Wood Valet Stand Dressboy
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful vintage valet stand manufactured in Italy in the 1950s attributed to iconic Fratelli Reguitti company with design in the style of Ico Par...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass, Metal

G. Gramigna and S. Mazza, Coat Rack, Nickel-Plated Metal, Artemide, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated metal coat rack, model "Clitoquattro", designed by Giuliana Gramigna and Sergio Mazza and produced by Artemide, Italy, 1960s. Dimensions of back plate (inches) : 2.7...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Pair of Mannequins 90s Show Room Gucci 90's
Located in bari, IT
Show Room Gucci mannequin satin metal base plastic bust covered with green velvet, arms hands and head fully articulated. The measurements in description re...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Coat Rack, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wooden coat rack, Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

Floor Hanger Ton / Thonet 1920's, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
TON/Thonet floor hanger, made in the year 1920, in former Czechoslovakia. Made of wood. Repolished, cleaned, shows some minor signs of use.
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1920s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

1960's Brovorm Wood Block Magazine Rack with Enameled Frame and Brass Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1960's wood block magazine rack with black and white enameled metal frame and brass accents. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. Anothe...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Rare Magazine Holder by Mathieu Matégot for Artimeta, 1950s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Rare and very elegant magazine holder designed by Mathieu Matégot for Artimeta around 1950. It is made of high quality black perforated metal which is the typical Matégot signature. ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

French Rattan Magazine Rack / Newspaper Rack 60s Mid Century Vintage
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rattan, black lacquered wrought iron magazine rack or log holder, log basket with a leather hand grip and a nice patin in original good condition. Origine France, 1960s
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wrought Iron

Mid Century Modern Teak Green Design Pair of Clothes Hooks, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid Century Modern Teak Green Design Pair of Clothes Hooks, 1960s, Italy Measurements: 33 cm x 27 cm x 13 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you have...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Teak

Midcentury umbrella stand by Gabriella Crespi, Italy
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Umbrella stand designed by Gabriella Crespi Unique umbrella stand by Gabriella Crespi with golden brass details Recorded by Archivio Gabriella Crespi, Milan. Signed. Italy 1970s
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Franco Albini Italian Coat Rack with Shelf in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Italy 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury bamboo and rattan coat hanger with integrated rattan shelf. Franco Albini and Franca Helg probably designed this fantastic piece for Pierantonio Bonacina in Ital...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Jacob & Josef Kohn, Coat Hanger, Wood, Vienna, Austria, 1890s
Located in High Point, NC
A bent and carved wood coat holder designed and produced by Jacob & Josef Kohn, Vienna, Austria, 1890s.
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1890s Austrian Antique Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid-century Coat Hanger with Folding Shelf, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage wooden coat hanger with a slatted folding shelf. Good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid century magazine rack in teak and metal, Netherlands 1960-1970
Located in Herentals, BE
Teak magazine rack in mid-century modern style manufactured by Broform from Heerhugowaard in the Netherlands. Broform was a sister company of Brovorm from Haarlem, the Netherlands. T...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Antique Italian Bobbin Turned Barley Twist Stick and Umbrella Stand
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and elegant walnut umbrella stand from Tuscany. The top is decorated with lovely tall finials and follows down to the top which has beaded decoration. All the sides are han...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Green Glass Umbrella Stand or Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large, heavy and substantial green Umbrella stand. While this could be used for umbrellas it could also hold plants or floral arrangements. A ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Art Glass

Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna in Austria. This piece is made of bentwood beech in a beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood, Beech, Bentwood

Italian Carved Decorated Adjustable Book Stand Rest
Located in Carimate, Como
Unique and decorative bookstand with carved lyre harp back and detailed in the frames and with its warm patina. It can look great on a large desk or sidetable in a reading room or st...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

Mid-Century Italian "Tricorno Tre" Coat Rack by Enzo Mari for Danese, 1960s.
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
A colorful coat rack "Tricorno", designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Danese in Italy in the sixties. This free standing coat rack features a ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Iron

Umbrella Stand in Lucite, Rattan and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in Lucite rattan and brass details in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Italian Carved Decorated Adjustable Book Stand Rest
Located in Carimate, Como
If you are looking for the perfect way to display a book or photo or otherwise then this unique and decorative bookstand could be ideal, beautifully crafted and detailed in the frame...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood

Large Carl Auböck Mid-Century Coat Rack Beech Wardrobe with 8 Brass Hooks, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant modernist wall-mounted coat rack from the 1950s. An original and old vintage object, designed and manufactured by the Austrian architect and designer Carl Auböck. The fram...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Vintage Perforated Metal & Brass Magazine Rack End / Side Table
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This is a vintage magazine holder that doubles as an end or side table. The frame is made of brass, giving it a golden, shiny finish, while the top surface is made from perforated me...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Mathieu Mategot Style Magazine Holder Rack Black Metal France
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Handsome Mathieu Matégot-style modernist magazine holder or rack. A striking example of a French 1950s metalwork design. Folded, perforated black metal. Can also be used as a side ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Italian Mid 20th Century Modern Wooden Wall Coat Rack and Hat Stand by Fraber
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a vintage Coats and Hats Rack, made in Italy between the 50s and 60s by the company "Fraber", as attested by the brand on the back, printed with fire as the well-kn...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Chestnut

Mid-Century Rare Wall Coat Rack, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - practical - representative
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass

Spanish Brutalist Umbrella Stand / Tall Planter, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Brutalist round gilt iron umbrella stand or planter with bubbles texture, 1950s-1960s Rare find. This eye-catching umbrella stand or plant stand was handcrafted in iron and f...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Gold Leaf, Iron

austrian modernist coat hangers
Located in Munich, DE
wonderful modernist coat hangers from austria. attributed to carl auböck. from my personal collection - purchased long time ago from an auböck collector.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Wall Mounted Coat Rack Czechoslovakia , 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- good condition - cleaned - made in czechoslovakia - signatured
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Mirror, Plastic, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Frog Wicker Magazine Rack Stand, 1970s, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1970s German magazine rack stand. Original midcentury era. Nice addition to any room.
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wicker

Italian Designer, Hat Stand, Brass, Marble, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass hat stand designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Marble, Brass

Walter Bosse Brass Rooster Mid-Century Umbrella Stand for Herta Baller, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
This striking umbrella stand, which can also serve as a paper basket or wastepaper bin, dates back to the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse and crafted by Hertha Baller in Vienna, Aust...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal, Brass, Iron

Three Wall Coat Hooks and Cloth Hanger Sets Lucite and Brass, 1970s German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Lot of three coat hooks and cloth hanger, 1970s German. Nice addition to your room, entry hall or just for your collection of design items. Made of brass and Lucite. They are in used...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Style Wrought Iron Basket
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage waste basket with a gold painted finish. Mesh bottom with lovely scrolling detail. Makes a great magazine rack. (Please confirm item lo...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Iron

Black 'Planta' Coat Stand by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, Italy
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This coat stand, named Planta, was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli in the 1970's. It is made out of black plastic and has a heavy base for a good stability. It has six foldable hooks...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Plastic

1970s Italian Coat Hanger
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Sturdy and stable - W: 40 D: 40 H: 185 cm
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

Vintage Wood and Rattan Umbrella Stand /Holder
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vintage Umbrella stand /holder in rattan and Wood. Brown Color, with old Patina. France 20th Century.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Rattan, Wood

Iconic Handcrafted Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack! Mid Century Decor 1950s
Located in Peoria, AZ
This Spectacular Rosewood Danish Modern Magazine Rack is a Rockstar in Mid Century Collector Circles! Sought after by professional decorators for decades, these folding magazine racks add just the right light and airy "look" to a mid century restoration! When placed next to an Eames Plywood Lounge...
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1950s Montenegrin Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Rosewood

Piero Fornasetti Magazine Rack
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Piero Fornasetti magazine rack with wooden frame and Hand colored silk-screened decoration. Fornasetti label to the base. Atelier Fornasetti, Italy, circa 1950.    
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass, Steel

Sam Maloof Music Stand
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful walnut architectural music stand by Sam Maloof, circa 1965.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Wood, Walnut

Magazine or Bottle Rack in Lucite and Brass, Italian Design 1970s, Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant magazine rack fully made in clear lucite and solid brass. This charming object was produced in Italy during the 1970s clearly in the style of Romeo Rega. This delightful it...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Tall Vintage Lava Stick Stand, German, Ceramic, Hall, Umbrella, Large Vase, 1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall vintage Lava stick stand. A German, ceramic hallway umbrella stand or large vase, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Appealing West German decor with wonde...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Ceramic

1950s Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Umbrella Stand
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A modernist hand-painted ceramic umbrella stand designed and manufactured in the small republic of San Marino in the center of Italy, the decor it's very popular in the Fifties, cer...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Ceramic

A beautiful Pair "Bauhaus Era" 1950s Minimalist Wall Coat Hook Wardrobe
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s wall coat or clothes hooks in the minimalist style of the renowned Deutsche Bauhaus. Nice addition to your room, entry hall or just for your collection of design ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal, Aluminum

Mexican Modern Leather and cocobolo Magazine rack, Don S. Shoemaker, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
Label: Señal S.A.Hecho en Mexico. Cocobolo wood and black leather mid-century modern magazine rack from the sixties. The leather has a beautiful sensual feel and is in excellent con...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Leather, Cocobolo

Carl Auböck Mid-Century Coat Rack Beech Wardrobe with 7 Brass Hooks, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant modernist wall-mounted coat rack from the 1950s. An original and old vintage object, designed and executed by the Austrian architect and designer Carl Auböck. The frame is...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

Midcentury French Riviera Magazine Rack in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous French Riviera style basket magazine rack in bamboo and rattan. This wonderful piece was designed in Italy during 1970s. This lovely item can be used either o store magazin...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Cane

Exceptional Mid Century Modern Paul Evans Style Umbrella Stand Italy 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and decorative Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand. Designed in the style of Paul Evans or Romeo Rega. Manufactured probably in Italy, 1970s. Executed in brass, alumi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass, Aluminum

Italian Designer, Coat Hanger, Teak, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and metal coat hanger designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s.  
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal

1960's Italian Brass Shopping Bag Set Magazine and Letter Holders
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare set of brass shopping bags from Italy, circa 1960. Both are stamped "made in Italy" on bottom. Fabulous as decoration together or use separate as magazine/letter bin. Both ha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass, Copper

Magazine Rack in Lucite, Rattan and Chrome Christian Dior style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury Magazine rack or basket with handle in rattan and lucite with chrome borders in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century French Riviera Umbrella Stand in Woven Bamboo and Brass, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century French Riviera style umbrella stand made in woven rattan and brass. This delightful organic umbrella or stick stand was handmade in Italy during the 1970s, clea...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Racks and Stands

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Brass

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

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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 racks and stands created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern 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 racks and stands, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Mathieu Matégot, Herta Baller, and Ico Parisi. 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 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 $16 and tops out at $69,300 while the average work can sell for $1,110.

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