Avid collectors of 1950s sculpture, table lamps and decorative objects have no doubt encountered the quirky mid-century modern creations of Frederic Weinberg, even if they didn’t know his name. Weinberg is best known for his extensive range of wall-mounted sculptures, clocks, lighting and semi-abstract paintings that bring playful figurative art into the home.
Weinberg, a Philadelphia-based artist and industrial designer, trained at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. Throughout the 1950s, he designed, produced and sold a wide variety of functional and decorative items under his company, Frederic Weinberg Co.
Working with wire, iron and gilded bronze, Weinberg crafted furniture and furnishings for use in homes, businesses and institutions. His most notable pieces included swivel stools with a wrought-iron base and seats made with leather, sheepskin or woven wicker; Atomic Age–style clocks; and sculptural table lamps constructed with paper shades and metal frames shaped like lutes and guitars.
Weinberg also made figurative wall sculptures depicting everything from ancient Roman gladiators and Etruscan-style horses to musicians and dancers to fencers and football players. Figuration also features heavily in his bent iron, brass and fiberglass sculptures, many of which he based on his semi-abstract paintings.
Although little is known about Weinberg’s design career, his pieces are highly sought by modern art collectors and interior designers. Philadelphia designer Ron Rowe and his partner Glenn Nadeau even mounted an extensive showcase of Weinberg’s rarest works in their Cherry Hill, New Jersey, home.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Frederic Weinberg wall decorations, decorative objects and seating.
H 42 in W 18 in D 19 in
Vintage Atomic MCM Wrought Iron Barstools - A Pair
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of vintage barstools epitomizes the bold, linear energy of the Atomic Age. Expertly crafted from slender yet durable black wrought iron, they feature an iconic Mid...
Wrought Iron
H 30.5 in W 15.5 in D 13.5 in
Set of Midcentury Hairpin Barstools
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This matched set of three Mid-Century Modern hairpin barstools add retro charm and comfort to home or business bar seating. Stylish Frederick Weinberg...
Metal
H 41.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron Hairpin Swivel Bar Stools by Paul Tuttle
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 5 hairpin iron barstools by Paul Tuttle. These swivel and have backs for support. However if the backs do not interest you they can be removed easily, 4 screws on the...
Iron
H 18.75 in W 13 in D 13 in
Italian Wrought Iron Stools with Upholstered Seats and Hairpin Legs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian wrought iron stools with hairpin legs and square upholstered seats. Italy, circa 1950 Size: 18 3/4" high x 13" square.
Wrought Iron
H 29 in W 21 in D 21 in
Set of Four Swivel Bar Stools Attributed to Frederick Weinberg Circa 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four swivel bar stools circa 1950s, attributed to Frederick Weinberg. Seat diameter is 15.5", overall diameter at footrest is 21".
Wrought Iron
H 28.25 in Dm 18.25 in
American Designer, Bar Stools, Iron, Leather, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-lacquered iron and white leather bar stools designed and produced in the US, 1950s. Dimensions: 28.25” H x 18.25” Diameter
Iron
H 17.72 in Dm 17.72 in
Mid-Century Industrial Design Set of Six Stools made of Iron and Wood, 50s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Two set of three industrial-design stools, in two different heights, metal structure with a circular wooden seat. Made in Italy in the 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Measu...
Metal
H 30.13 in W 18.75 in D 18.75 in
5 Mid Century Modern Industrial Custom Made Barstools Stool Hairpin Legs
Located in Wayne, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Industrial Custom Made Barstools Bar Stools with Hairpin Legs. Beautiful wood grain. These do not swivel
Wood
H 28.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Weinberg Style Mid Century Brown Vinyl and Iron Stools, Set of 4
By Weinberg
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Weinberg style mid century brown vinyl and iron stools - Set of 4 Each stool measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 28.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call r...
Iron
H 29.75 in Dm 15 in
Six Midcentury Iron Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six midcentury stools made of strong iron with vinyl seats. Simple 60s style for indoor or outdoor use. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
Iron
Mid-Century Bar Stools by Florence Knoll, Black Metal, Circa 1955
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century American bar stools standing on black metal, rectangular legs anchored by a silver metal stretcher with seat upholstered in a neutral tone, salt and pepper weave ...
Fabric
Pair of Mid-Century Horseshoe Counter Stools by Luther Conover, 1950s
By Luther Conover
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century American (1950s) "Horseshoe" counter stools with flat wooden oval seats resting on splayed black iron tripod frames with curved crossbars. (LUTHER CONOVER)(PRICED...
Iron
Set of 8 Mid Century Modern French Wrought Iron Cafe Chairs, 1940s-50s
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 French Mid Century modern wrought iron silver painted cafe chairs with 2 Pair of feet with decorative trim connected with a stretcher and an upholstered seat & wood back...
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century American Bar Stools, Chrome & Black Leather, Circa 1955
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century American chrome bar stools upholstered in black leather with a rectangular stem anchored to an X-stretcher base reinforced by curved, splayed chrome supports conn...
Brass
Estrela Bronze Counter Stool, Hand-Forged Metal, Modern Design, Asia
Located in Queens, NY
4 Contemporary "Estrela" hand-forged bronze counter stools with biomorphic design constructed of and draws inspiration from brutalism and Hollywo...
Metal, Bronze
Mid-Century Brass Swivel Bar Stools by Designer Designs, 1955
By Designs for Leisure
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century American brass swivel bar stools upholstered in a faint mauve-striped floral fabric with low curved backrest, a thick fluted column base plus pierced foot ring. (...
Brass
