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Mid-Century Modern Umbrella 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
Umbrella Stand by Piero Fornasetti, Italy, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Metal umbrella stand in trompe l’oeil lithography depicting a Collie. Original condition.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Italian Umbrella Stand - Paper bin, 1960s
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and elegant Mid-Century Italian paper-bin in metal and plywood.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Midcentury Scandinavian Umbrella Stand in Teak and Brass
Located in Karlstad, SE
A stately and practical umbrella stand, constructed of solid and durable teak wood, enhanced by brass rings, is a functional and stylish addition to any entryway or foyer. The rich n...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

1950's German Brass and Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's German umbrella stand in brass and black enemaled perforated metal produced by Vereinigte Werkstätten München (United Workshop for Arts and Crafts). Very well constructed as ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

French 1950's Brass & Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's French umbrella stand in the form of a folded umbrella with hefty round brass base and nice brass handle and conical grip and dark red enameled...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Sheet Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Quadro Series Umbrella Stand by Jürgen Lange, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Space Age Quadro Series Umbrella Stand by Jürgen Lange for Schönbuch, Germany, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. ...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Plastic

1960s blue umbrella stand by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage umbrella stand made of blue-painted wood designed by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova in 1961.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Wood

Azure & Grey Ceramic Midcentury Umbrella Stand by Antonia Campi for S.C.I Laveno
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Rare umbrella stand mod. C9 in glazed ceramic design by Antonia Campi for Società Ceramica Italiana Lavenia, Italy. This sculptural model features a double relief decoration: a styl...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

Italian Midcentury / Post Modern Umbrella Stand, circa 1980
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand in the style of Alessandro Mendini and Studio Alchimia, circa 1976-1980. The base is composed of carved travertine stone and the 3 containers are in chromed metal. The piece can also serve as a vase or urn. A coat stand also attributed to Studio Alchimia and Mendini I is shown in the last image. References: Italian Radical Design, Alessandro Mendini, Superstudio, Postmodern, Memphis, Ettore Sottsass, Gaetano Pesce, Studio 65, Studio Most. Michelle De...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Travertine, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Black Umbrella Stand
Located in Weesp, NL
Gorgeous, stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand. A true beauty. In all these years have I not come across such a sophisticated umbrella stand. It will be shipped in...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Extra Large Rattan Bamboo Umbrella Stand with Brass Rim, Italy 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo / rattan large umbrella stand. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s. Rare find in this XL size. Round shape rattan structure with bras...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

1950s Italian Brass and Metal Umbrella Stand with Cast Iron Base
Located in London, GB
This elegant Italian umbrella stand from the 1950s features a distinctive fourfold form, showcasing mid-century modern design's refined craftsmanship and stylish aesthetics. Construc...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Iron

Umbrella Stand Mategot 50s cylindrical Vase perforated metal with gold Details
Located in Halle, DE
A rare umbrella stand or cylindrical deko-vase in perforated metal with nice brass Details from the 50s. The stand with the original laquered steel has ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Steel

Italian mid-century modern metal plastic umbrella stand by Victor, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern metal plastic umbrella stand by Victor, 1960s. Bin with metal structure, aluminum profiles, completely covered in black plastic. The container can be used ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Aluminum

Vintage Lacquered Earthenware Vase or Umbrella Stand by Pasquinucci, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s - 1950s. This lacquered earthenware vase is marked by Pasquinucci, Le ceramiche di Pisa. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

'Cesto Di Dalie' Trompe L'oeil Umbrella Stand by Piero Fornasetti, Italy, 1955
Located in London, GB
A 'Cesto Di Dalie' (Basket with Dahlias) trompe l'oeil umbrella stand by the incomparable Piero Fornasetti, Italy. Depicting a colourful basket of cut dahlia flowers, this early 1950...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Steel

Umbrella Stand Made Out Of Bamboo And Brass, 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
You're going to love this charming mid-century umbrella stand! It's made of bamboo and brass, and it's both elegant and high-quality. The golden brass is the perfect match for the co...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Mid-century Brass & Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage umbrella stand made of metal, brass and plastic cord. Made in Germany in the 1970's.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Ettore Sottsass Umbrella Stand for Rinnovel 1955
Located in Munich, DE
Rare Ettore Sottsass anodized aluminum umbrella stand made in Italy 1950s. Signed under the base.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Paper Basket Cane Holder Austria, circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage rattan paper basket designed and executed in Austria, circa 1960. The oval shaped paper basket from rattan and sisal cords, while the bottom features a chi...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Rattan

Handmade Hammered Umbrella Stand in Copper, 1960s Austria
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Hammered, very good condition.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Copper

1960S Italian Bamboo Umbrella Stand
Located in London, London
Umbrella or stick stand Bamboo Wooden base Italy 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Bamboo, Wood

Mid-Century Space Age Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Space Age Umbrella Stand, 1960s, in Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Metal, Plastic Color: Ivory Styles: Mid-Century Modern Ite...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Umbrella Stand
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century rare umbrella stand. Its curved shape recalls the designs of Carl Auböck. Very finely detailed construction, which is hardly visible. Additional information: Materials: ...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Metal Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Metal Umbrella Stand, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Metal, Plastic Style: Mid-Century Modern Color: Black Ite...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Minimalist Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Minimalist Umbrella Stand, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Metal Style: Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Color: I...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

George Nelson Inspired Iron Wire Umbrella Stand
Located in Van Nuys, CA
George Nelson inspired iron wire umbrella stand fashioned after the 1948 vitra ball clock designed by Nelson himself.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Italian Mid Century Bamboo Umbrella Stand from the Sixties
Located in bari, IT
Umbrella stand in bamboo structure Italian production 1960s.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Bamboo

Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova Wooden Umbrella Stand
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Wooden umbrella stand by the famous Ettore Sottsass  Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007) was an Italian architect and designer, best known for founding the Memphis Group in the 1980s, which...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Wool

Orange Mid-Century Pluvium Umbrella Stand by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Orange umbrella stand named Pluvium designed by Giancarlo Piretti and executed by Aanonima Castelli, Italy, 1960s. An amazing umbrella stand from...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Plastic

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 Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Sheet Metal

1960's Roped Umbrella Stand in Brass with Leaves
Located in Cork, IE
This rather unique umbrella stand with a country house look and feel to it probably hails from Italy in the 1960s. The robust twisted wrought iron "ropes" are accentuated by a middl...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Wrought Iron

1970's Rattan and Brass Umbrella Stand - Italy
Located in Linkebeek, BE
1970's Rattan and Brass Umbrella Italian - Bamboo - Rattan Measures : 27cmx27cm H:51cm Materials : Bamboo - Brass
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Brutalist Torch Cut Umbrella Stand or Candle Holder in the style of Paul Evans
Located in San Diego, CA
Brutalist Torch Cut Umbrella or Candle Holder in the style of Paul Evans. Thick steel with a nice patina.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Steel

Carl Auböck Mid Century Vintage Black Brass Umbrella Stand Cane Holder 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage authentic umbrella stand or cane holder by Carl Auböck for workshop Auböck, 1950s Austria. The authentic umbrella stand is in original condition with belo...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Iron

1950's Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Bern, CH
Vintage 1950's Umbrella Stand. Constructed of white powder coated perforated metal with brass accents. With black metal base. Manufacturer is unconfirmed, although believed to be of...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Classic Atomic Design French Modernist Umbrella Stand, Iron /Colored Balls
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern Atomic French umbrella stand, charming item. Amazing sculpture, retains original painted balls, wear consistent with age and use.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Wrought Iron

Umbrella Stand vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Umbrella Stand vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Nutwood veneer Plastic blackened ( original condition ) The umbrellas are only for the photoshoot they are not fo...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Plastic, Nutwood

Vintage Umbrella Stand
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage umbrella stand Dimensions. 9 W ; 28 1/2 H ; 9 D.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Wood

Early Piero Fornasetti Butterflies Farfalle Umbrella Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
This appears to be a finer earlier example than others I have reviewed. Note the composition and detail of the illustration, The "Shadow" under the butterfly, the brass rim has a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Umbrella Stand Design Carl Auböck Metal Wickerwork Werkstätte Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Umbrella Stand design Carl Auböck Werkstätte Vienna 1950s made of blacked metal combined with wickerwork. A quite discreet but useful piece which fits to every room without being too...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Antique Italian Gilt Cast Iron Sculpture Umbrella Stand
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and elegant golden cast iron umbrella stand. The top is decorated with four snakes and their heads, the central andles and stand are as well decorated and show two faces an...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Italian 1950s Oval Hammered Brass and Rope Twist Edge Umbrella Stand
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1950s Oval Hammered Brass and Rope Twist Edge Umbrella Stand
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Italian Umbrella Stand by Cesare Lacca (circa 1950s)
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Italian brass and metal umbrella stand by Cesare Lacca (circa 1950s). An absolutely stunning creation in the designer's inimitable style; imagine this piece in your foyer...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Cristal Art Umbrella stand attributed to Pierluigi Colli, Italy 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Umbrella stand made of etched glass and brass, attributed to Pier Luigi Colli. The metal box on the underside can be pulled out to empty the water.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Wrought iron umbrella stand, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Gold

MidCentury Umbrella Stand. 1950 - 1959
Located in CADALSO, ES
The umbrella stand is in a very nice condition. made of teak and metal ​
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Umbrella Stand Sculpture Brutalist Metal Salvino Marsura Italy 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Sculptural umbrella stand handmade in Italy between the 60s and 70s by the Venetian sculptor Salvino Marsura in twisted wrought metal. Very special and one-of-a-kind piece of design....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Hollywood Regency Style Gilded Umbrella Stand by Li Puma Firenze, 1950s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
A Hollywood Regency style vintage gilded umbrella stand, which was made in Florence, Italy, circa 1950 by Li Puma Firenze. The amazing Mid-Century Modern gilded umbrella stand is a perforated metal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

French Riviera Bamboo & Brass Midcentury Umbrella Stand, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century Riviera-style umbrella stand from France, crafted in the 1950s. The base and top ring are made of brass, beautifully connected by decorative bamboo sticks, se...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Ettore Sottsass for Rinnovel Sculptural Umbrella Stand, Italy 1950s
Located in Naples, IT
Very rare and famous umbrella stand from the 1950s designed by Ettore Sottsass for the famous Italian firm Rinnovel Italia. The timeless design is very attractive, the frame is made ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Aluminum, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Brass Umbrella Stand with Black Iron Base, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century brass umbrella stand with black iron base, 1950s Brass umbrella stand with eight holes and decorative knobs, black wrought iron b...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Umbrella Rack Stand Holder in the Manner of Arthur Umanoff, USA, c. 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a splendid umbrella stand in the manner of Arthur Umanoff. Cut from solid Ash with beautiful woodgrains this classic design blends functionality with understated Scandina...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Ash

Italian Midcentury Umbrella Stand in Brass and Marble
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Stunning umbrella stand made in Italy in the 1950s. The strong brass holder, which got deep dark patina from the time, is fixed on a green alps marble base. Three movable aluminum ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Marble, Aluminum, Brass

Angelo Mangiarotti Purple Umbrella Stand, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Angelo Mangiarotti purple umbrella stand, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

Umbrella Stand in Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in tortoiseshell Lucite effect 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 Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Leather & Copper Umbrella Stand or Walking Stick Stand, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand or walking stick stand in brown leather and copper. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Copper

Mid-Century German Space Age Umbrella Stand by Vollmann & Schmelzer, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century German Space Age Umbrella Stand by Vollmann & Schmelzer, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-century Modern umbrella stands for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern umbrella 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 umbrella stands created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern umbrella stands made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original umbrella stands, popular names associated with this style include Piero Fornasetti, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Artemide, and Mathieu Matégot. 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 umbrella stands differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $121 and tops out at $12,500 while the average work can sell for $1,076.

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