Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

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.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Period: Late 20th Century

Gastone Rinaldi Pan Am Dining Chair for Rima Padova, Italy, 1970s

By Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Almelo, NL

Gastone Rinaldi Pan Am Dining Chair by Rima Padova, Italy, 1970s Gastone Rinaldi designed the "Pan Am" dining chair or armchair for Rima Padova ar...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Chrome

Gastone Rinaldi Pan Am Dining Chair for Rima Padova, Italy, 1970s

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Midcentury Signed Lova Creation Gold Tone Brass and Agate Inlay Cocktail Table

By Lova Creation

Located in Toronto, ON

This stunning signed brass table by Lova Creation of Belgium features an inlaid agate, their signature looks. All through Europe, New York, Miami and Los Angeles, Mid-Century Modern ...

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Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Agate, Brass

Midcentury Signed Lova Creation Gold Tone Brass and Agate Inlay Cocktail Table

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Rare Dominic Michaelis Leather Sling Sail Chair and Ottoman

By Moveis Corraza, Dominic Michaelis

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Unique Leather Sling Chair and RARELY seen ottoman, designed by British architect Dominic Michaelis for Moveis Corazza, Brazil. Piece is constructed of Jatoba (Brazilian Cherrywood)...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Leather, Cherry

Rare Dominic Michaelis Leather Sling Sail Chair and Ottoman

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Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Pendant W/ Matte Bronze Fittings by Mazzega

By Mazzega

Located in New York, NY

This stunning mid-century modernist pendant light, crafted by the renowned Mazzega glassworks in Italy circa 1960, features exquisite hand-blown Murano glass complemented by matte br...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Bronze

Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano Glass Pendant W/ Matte Bronze Fittings by Mazzega

Large Pistachio Green Ceramic Table Lamp, Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

By OTHR

Located in Rijssen, NL

Large and clean ceramic table lamp, 1970s. Heavy quality ceramic. This lamp base brings refined elegance and rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shape, it offers ...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Ceramic

Large Pistachio Green Ceramic Table Lamp, Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

Pair of vintage glass petals drop wall sconces - white lattimo

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 10 glass drops (glass with streaks and lattimo stain) in a nickel plated metal frame. Period: late 20th century Dimensions: 1...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of vintage glass petals drop wall sconces - white lattimo

12 Light Purple colour Classic Venetian Chandelier by Cenedese Italy

By Cenedese

Located in London, GB

An outstanding Purple colour 12 lighter Classic with a modern touch Venetian chandelier designed by Cenedese and manufactured in their Murano’s furnace Made in Italy. Signed on the b...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Blown Glass

12 Light Purple colour Classic Venetian Chandelier by Cenedese Italy

Wood Umbrella Holder by Siso, 1970s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Wood Umbrella Holder by Siso, 1970s, Italy Measurements: Height: 50 cm Base: 21 cm x 21 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us for any type of questions. .

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Glass, Wood

Wood Umbrella Holder by Siso, 1970s, Italy

D-Scan Teak King-Size Platform Bed Nightstands & Shelving Unit

By D-Scan

Located in Bensalem, PA

Very hard to find king size teak bed by D-Scan Captains line Very good ready to use condition Feel free to reach out with any questions or for more ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Teak

D-Scan Teak King-Size Platform Bed Nightstands & Shelving Unit

Iconic set Grundig Audiorama 4000 Bullet speakers 1970s Germany

By Grundig

Located in Den Haag, NL

Grundig Pair of Audiorama 4000 Bullet Speakers by Grundig, 1970s on Aluminum Tulip base. Iconic German design with 360-degree surround sound. Compatible with any sound system, includ...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Chrome

Iconic set Grundig Audiorama 4000 Bullet speakers 1970s Germany

Extra Large Square Glass Flush Mount by J.T. Kalmar, Europe, Austria, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Rijssen, NL

Clean lines to complement all decors. Amazing large scale square glass flush mount by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1970, (late 1960s and early 1970s). Multipl...

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Extra Large Square Glass Flush Mount by J.T. Kalmar, Europe, Austria, 1970s

Pair of Metal Wall Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany 1970s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This exquisite pair of wall lamps by Kaiser Leuchten showcases the bold and sophisticated design of the 1970s. Featuring textured ice glass shades and a sleek metal frame, these lamp...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Metal Wall Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany 1970s

1970s Stunning Pink and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made in I

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Stunning pink and white chess set in Volterra alabaster. Handmade. Made in Italy, this set is in excellent condition, with all the pieces intact and flawless. So rare to find i...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Alabaster

1970s Stunning Pink and White Chess Set in Volterra Alabaster Handmade Made in I

Pair of Mid-century Modern Style Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of frosted white glass wall lights with a brass arrow running the length, brass screws holding the glass to the sides of the frame. The glass part hides the direct light, so its...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Mid-century Modern Style Italian Murano Glass and Brass Sconces

Translandia, Wall Light, Pine, Denmark, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and moulded pine veneer wall light designed and produced by Translandia, Denmark, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.25"H x 11.25"W x 7.25"D Back Plate Dimensions (In...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Pine

Translandia, Wall Light, Pine, Denmark, 1970s

Pair Venini Vintage Pale Yellow and White Murano Glass Sconces

By Venini

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this pair of Murano glass sconces by Venini date from the 1990s. Each sconce has a tall glass shade in a very pa...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair Venini Vintage Pale Yellow and White Murano Glass Sconces

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Brown Leather DS 61 Sofa by De Sede Switserland 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Almelo, NL

Beautiful DS-61 in coffee brown leather sofa by 'De Sede' Switzerland from the 1970s with a lovely patina in good allover condition. This lounge sofa supports tremendous and is an absolute eye-catcher in your interior. De Sede started as a family company in Switzerland and has created several high-end quality leather furniture for the international market. This DS-61 model was produced during the seventies. The welcoming low seat soft cushions are as comfortable as they look, and the faded colour of the leather evokes an excellent vintage atmosphere, which makes this small and very durable set a perfect asset for a lounge corner in a vintage cafe...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Leather

Brown Leather DS 61 Sofa by De Sede Switserland 1970s

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Monumental Square Coffee Table, Chrome, Brass and Plexiglass, 1970s, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful and rare large scale square coffee table, made in Italy in 1970. In lovely vintage condition. As shown in photos. Same era as: Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouve, Pierre Paul...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Monumental Square Coffee Table, Chrome, Brass and Plexiglass, 1970s, Italy

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Beautiful Starburst Pattern Limburg Square Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful starburst pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashuette Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison b...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Metal

Beautiful Starburst Pattern Limburg Square Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1970s

1980s Stunning Toucan Table Lamp by H.T. Huang for Lenoir

By H.T. Huang

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Stunning original Toucan table lamp by H.T. Huang for Lenoir. The lamp works perfectly and is in excellent condition. This lamp is iconic. Dimensions: 5,51 x 4,72 x 11,81 H inc...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Plastic

1980s Stunning Toucan Table Lamp by H.T. Huang for Lenoir

Florian Schulz SELA Large Flush Mount Light in polished Brass, 1970s

By Florian Schulz

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Florian Schulz SELA Large Flush Mount Light in polished Brass, 1970s Magnificent, large version of flush-mount light or wall sconce made of full polished shiny brass by Florian Schu...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Florian Schulz SELA Large Flush Mount Light in polished Brass, 1970s

Pair of Olive Green Murano glass sconces

By Gino Vistosi

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces, Vistosi style Italy 1980s. Two pairs available - sold and priced in pairs. The Italian sconces are made of an olive green thick recta...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Olive Green Murano glass sconces

Mid-Century Italian Multi-Colored Murano Glass Vase with Shell Murrines, 1970s

Located in Salzburg, AT

Decorative small Murano vase with colored murrines The eclectic vase has a base that is covered with small colored particles of halfmelted ground glass on black, the grains have a ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Italian Multi-Colored Murano Glass Vase with Shell Murrines, 1970s

Italian Midcentury "Sapporo" Nutwood Armchairs by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi

By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Midcentury "Sapporo" Nutwood Armchairs by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi A beautiful set of 2 walnut arm chairs, designed by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, Italy 1970's. Bea...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Chenille, Nutwood

Italian Midcentury "Sapporo" Nutwood Armchairs by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi

"Eros" green marble table, Angelo Mangiarotti, Skipper, Italy 1970's

By Angelo Mangiarotti, Skipper

Located in Paris, Ile-de-France

1 side table / end table / guéridon, of the " Eros " series" This tables is made in a rare " Verde Alpi " green marble. designer Angelo Mangiarotti, Edited by " Skipper", 1970's (...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Carrara Marble

"Eros" green marble table, Angelo Mangiarotti, Skipper, Italy 1970's

Large Rectangular Coffee Table by Belgo Chrom, Belgium 1970s

By Belgo Chrome

Located in London, GB

This stunning, large midcentury coffee table is a classic piece by the Belgian furniture maker and designer Belgo Chrom. It is made from exceptional quality materials, has a brilli...

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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Nickel

Large Rectangular Coffee Table by Belgo Chrom, Belgium 1970s

Large Teal and White Signed Anfora Murano Glass Vase

By Anfora

Located in Troy, MI

Vintage Murano glass vase by Anfora in pale teal and white glass dates from the 1990s. Tall vase (14.5” tall) is rounded tear drop shape with a narrow mouth/lip and has an etched si...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Murano Glass

Large Teal and White Signed Anfora Murano Glass Vase

A rare stylish sofa by, Midcentury Modern. Re-upholstered in black velvet.

By Lucian Ercolani, Ercol

Located in Stockholm, SE

Sofa in stained ash, model Studio by italian designer Lucian Ercolani. This iconic sofa was designed in the mid 1950's and manufactured by the designers company Ercol in England. R...

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1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

A rare stylish sofa by, Midcentury Modern. Re-upholstered in black velvet.

D Scan Mid Century Danish Teak and Brass King Platform Bed with Floating Nightst

By D-Scan

Located in Countryside, IL

D Scan Mid Century Danish Teak and Brass King Platform Bed with Floating Nightstands The headboard measures: 129.5 wide x 88 deep x 31.5 inches high The bedframe measures 81.5 wide ...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

D Scan Mid Century Danish Teak and Brass King Platform Bed with Floating Nightst

Giancarlo Piretti Set for Anonima Castelli in Fabric and Aluminum 1970, Set of 4

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Morazzone, Varese

A set of four Giancarlo Piretti DSC 106 chairs in original brown upholstery. Form and function joined in the Design of these well known stack...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Aluminum

Giancarlo Piretti Set for Anonima Castelli in Fabric and Aluminum 1970, Set of 4

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Faux Bois Occasional Table

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a charming round occasional or drinks table with a cast metal faux bois frame top with black granite. The sculptural branch outline adds a bit of emphasis and that important ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Faux Bois Occasional Table

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Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 9 Pink Triedri

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 9 Murano pink crystal prism (triedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. Period: late XX century Dimensions: 12,40 inche...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 9 Pink Triedri

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Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton Mid-Century Modern Pedestal Dining Table

By Brueton, Stanley Jay Friedman

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern "Radial" dining table By Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful mahogany top, with polished steel banding and cylindrical drum p...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton Mid-Century Modern Pedestal Dining Table

R. Zevi Large Square Coffee Table in Brass, Chrome and Smoked Glass, Italy 1970s

By Renato Zevi

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful large square coffee table in chrome and brass with a smoked glass top. This elegant and incredibly stylish coffee table was designed by Renato Zevi and produced in Italy du...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

R. Zevi Large Square Coffee Table in Brass, Chrome and Smoked Glass, Italy 1970s

Large Danish Henning Kjærnulf Sideboard Oak with 4 Doors Brutalist Style 1970s

By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Sideboard by designer Henning Kjærnulf. Most likely manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup Møbelfabrik/ EG Furniture, Denmark in the 1970s. The country and brutalist style sideboa...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large Danish Henning Kjærnulf Sideboard Oak with 4 Doors Brutalist Style 1970s

Brazilian Designer, Flush Mount, Metal, Brazil, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A black, beige and white lacquered flush mount designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1970s. Light scratching and discoloration to brass shade. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31” H x 16...

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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Designer, Flush Mount, Metal, Brazil, 1970s

Midcentury Table Lamp Brass, Glass and Wicker Romeo Rega Style, Italy 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful table lamp in brass, glass and wicker in the style of Rome Rega. Made in Italy in the 1970s. A beautiful lamp that is perfectly working but most of all, it pro...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Table Lamp Brass, Glass and Wicker Romeo Rega Style, Italy 1970s

Gilded Palwa Chandelier, 1970s, Germany

By Palwa

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

A stunning 1970s Palwa chandelier from Germany, featuring a luxurious gilded brass frame adorned with delicate faceted crystal prisms. The intricate circular design and cascading cry...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Gilded Palwa Chandelier, 1970s, Germany

White Table Lamp by Kazuhide Takahama, 1980s, Italy

By Sirrah, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Elegant table lamp designed by Kazuhide Takahama for Sierra in Italy during the 1980s. This sophisticated piece features a white lampshade made of stretched fabric, a signature desig...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric

White Table Lamp by Kazuhide Takahama, 1980s, Italy

Isamu Noguchi Akari 45D Pendant Lamp: Timeless Japanese Elegance

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Experience the timeless elegance of the Isamu Noguchi Akari 45D Pendant Lamp, a design masterpiece that transcends generations. Created in 1951 and expertly manufactured by Ozeki & C...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 45D Pendant Lamp: Timeless Japanese Elegance

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were desiigned and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG....

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Chair in Pierre Frey Fluffy Fabric, Artifort, 1970s

By Artifort, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL

A beautiful Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chair, re-upholstered in high-quality Pierre Frey wool from Paris, France, offering excellent structural properties and a soft, luxurious feel fo...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Alpaca, Mohair

Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Chair in Pierre Frey Fluffy Fabric, Artifort, 1970s

Model FP3007 Dining Chairs by designer Pierre Mennen for Pastoe, 1972

By Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Model FP3007 dining chairs, designed by Pierre Mennen for Pastoe, 1972. Sold for both public and private use. The legs are made of "shock polystyrene". T...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Upholstery

Model FP3007 Dining Chairs by designer Pierre Mennen for Pastoe, 1972

Wall Lighting by Mazzega Bicolore Glass Murano pair, Italy, 1970

By Mazzega, AVMazzega

Located in La xara, VC

Exceptional mazzega wall lighting set large bicolore glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design. This unique...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Wall Lighting by Mazzega Bicolore Glass Murano pair, Italy, 1970

Isamu Noguchi Akari Ceiling Paper Lamp 36N

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Pendant lamp model 36N designed by Isamu Noguchi. Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan.) Bamboo ribbing structure covered by washi paper manufactured according to the tradit...

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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari Ceiling Paper Lamp 36N

Pair of Swiveling "Nautilus" Chairs by Vladimir Kagan in Luxe Taupe Mohair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful pair of nautilus chairs exemplify the stunning organic futurist forms and clean lines for which Vladimir Kagan one of the most esteemed furniture designers of the 20th...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Swiveling "Nautilus" Chairs by Vladimir Kagan in Luxe Taupe Mohair

Set 10 Vintage Pietro Costantini for Ello Dining Chairs

By Pietro Costantini

Located in Troy, MI

This set of ten vintage Italian dining chairs was designed by Pietro Costantini and dates from the early 1990s. Each chair is labeled and numbered on the underside of the seat. All o...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set 10 Vintage Pietro Costantini for Ello Dining Chairs

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Amazing Murano Glass Candelier, 185 Amber Poliedri

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Elegant Italian pendant light made from 185 AMBER Murano glasses "poliedri". Structure in gold and brass colored metal. Period: late xx century Dimensions: 40,70 inches (105 cm) heig...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Amazing Murano Glass Candelier, 185 Amber Poliedri

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Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier, 48 Pink Glasses

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large pink glass tubes. The glasses have a beautiful color, object...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier, 48 Pink Glasses

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Wall Lighting by Mazzega Bicolore Glass Murano 3 units, Italy, 1970

By Mazzega, AVMazzega

Located in La xara, VC

Exceptional mazzega wall lighting set of 3 large bicolore glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design. the set...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Murano Glass

Wall Lighting by Mazzega Bicolore Glass Murano 3 units, Italy, 1970

Danish Modern Low sideboard in Light Oak, 1987 Style of Henning Kjærnulf

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Danish Oak Sideboard – January 1987 Beautiful and rare Danish sideboard in solid oak, produced in January 1987 — original sticker still intact. Price at the time: 9,885 DKK (~$1,310...

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1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Oak

Danish Modern Low sideboard in Light Oak, 1987 Style of Henning Kjærnulf

Set of Six After Charlotte Perriand N.19 Chairs, Wood Rattan, Mid-Century Modern

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of six chairs designed in the style of Charlotte Perriand. Made by unknown manufacturer in France, circa 1980. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age ...

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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Set of Six After Charlotte Perriand N.19 Chairs, Wood Rattan, Mid-Century Modern

Mid-Century Modern Italian Rattan and Brass Center Console by Vivai del Sud, 70s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Puglia, Puglia

This console was designed by Vivai Del Sud in Rome in the early 70s. It can be placed both as a center piece or on the wall, entirely handmade with rattan and brass and quite unique ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Rattan and Brass Center Console by Vivai del Sud, 70s

Italian Mid-Century Restaurant Ceramic Dinner Plates, Set of 8

By C.A.S. Vietri, Solimene

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian mid-century Restaurant Ceramic Dinner Plates, Set of 8 A set of 8 different restaurant collectible plates made of hand-painted ceramic. There is a special edition of "Italy...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Mid-Century Restaurant Ceramic Dinner Plates, Set of 8

Cesca Chair by Marcel Breuer, 1990s

By Marcel Breuer

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Cesca Chair Period: 1990s Style: midcentury modern, classic Materials: wood, cane webbing, chromed steel frame Colours: natural wood Condition: Original vintage condition, signs...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Cesca Chair by Marcel Breuer, 1990s

Karl Springer styled Shagreen Vanity w/ Stool

By Karl Springer

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A luxurious three piece shagreen covered vanity set with matching stool having Jacobs coat fabric on the upholstered seat . A free standing mirror tops the vanity table which also ha...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Shagreen, Upholstery, Mirror, Wood

Karl Springer styled Shagreen Vanity w/ Stool

1980s Gorgeous Robert Sonneman Table Lamp for Gerorge Kovacs

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Gorgeous Robert Sonneman Table Lamp for Gerorge Kovacs. This lamp is an icon lamp. It works perfectly and is in excellent condition. Dimension: 17,32"x 4,53" x 15,16" H inches...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Metal

1980s Gorgeous Robert Sonneman Table Lamp for Gerorge Kovacs

A three legged pine sling chair - France - 1970s

By Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

This rare tripod sling chair from the 1970s is a striking example of architectural minimalism and refined craftsmanship. Constructed entirely from solid pine wood, the frame features...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Pine

A three legged pine sling chair - France - 1970s

Tommaso Barbi Signed Bar Cart with Serving Tray in Burl and Chrome, Italy 1970s

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Roma, IT

Magnificent mid-century serving bar cart with removable top tray in birch burl and chromed metal. This incredibly unique and charming cart was designed by Tommaso Barbi and is signe...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Tommaso Barbi Signed Bar Cart with Serving Tray in Burl and Chrome, Italy 1970s

Pair of Campaign Style Burl Wood Nightstands Circa 1970s

By Hickory Manufacturing Company

Located in Peabody, MA

Pair of two drawer night stands with brass corners and flush mount handles in the campaign style, featuring burl wood drawer fronts and contrasting walnut cases circa 1970s, by Hicko...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Campaign Style Burl Wood Nightstands Circa 1970s

Mid Century Curtis Jere Wheat stalk Mirror Signed dated 1981

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with this Mid Century Curtis Jere Wheat Stalk Mirror. Handcrafted and signed by the renowned artist, this m...

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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Copper

Mid Century Curtis Jere Wheat stalk Mirror Signed dated 1981

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tall Dresser by Arne Vodder Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Danish modern teak tall dresser by Arne Vodder denmark. Beautiful carved handles tall 5 drawer danish dresser. Amazing construction and quality woodwork. Stunning teak wo...

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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tall Dresser by Arne Vodder Denmark

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Amazing Murano glass Candelier - 111 clear and smoked polyhedra

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

It sounds like you have a stunning piece of art with that Italian pendant light! The combination of 111 smoked and clear Murano glasses and a gold and brass structure creates a truly...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Amazing Murano glass Candelier - 111 clear and smoked polyhedra

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Tord Björklund, Lounge Chair in Fabric & Pine, Model "Gotland" for IKEA, 1980s

By Tord Bjorklund, IKEA

Located in Odense, DK

The "Gotland" lounge chair, a creation by Tord Björklund for IKEA in the 1980s, exudes understated charm and functionality. Crafted with a sturdy frame of solid pine, it offers relia...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Tord Björklund, Lounge Chair in Fabric & Pine, Model "Gotland" for IKEA, 1980s

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Vintage Set of Four Thick Rattan & Upholstery Counter-Height Barstools

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed and made in the United States, these barstools feature great construction, made with thick legs and plenty of support, tied together with expertly crafted rattan knots. The ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Set of Four Thick Rattan & Upholstery Counter-Height Barstools

1970s Vintage Italian Murano Chandelier, 36 White Disks

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 36 fantastic iridescent alabaster white discs in a nickel metal frame. Period: late XX century Dimensions: 44,5...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

1970s Vintage Italian Murano Chandelier, 36 White Disks

Robert Sonneman Table Lamp Postmodern 1980s

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Čelinac, BA

Robert Sonneman Postmodern Table Lamp 1980s

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1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Robert Sonneman Table Lamp Postmodern 1980s

Directional Postmodern Blue & White Lacquered Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet

By Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Postmodern lacquered sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Frederick Hayman-Chaffey for Directional USA, 1980s Measures: 84"W x 20.88"D x 32.5"H. Very goo...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Directional Postmodern Blue & White Lacquered Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet

Antonio Citterio Woven Leather Longue Chair For B&B Italia

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Čelinac, BA

Antonio Citterio Wovn Leather Longoe Chair for B&B Italia 1980s

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

Antonio Citterio Woven Leather Longue Chair For B&B Italia

Solid Oak Sideboard Attr: Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark 1970s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Round Rock, TX

A hand-crafted Danish solid oak sideboard attributed to Henning Kjaernulf, known for his sculptural designs that merge traditional craftsmanship with modernism. Circa 1970s, Featur...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Solid Oak Sideboard Attr: Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark 1970s

'Onos 55' Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany

By Florian Schulz

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Designed by Florian Schulz and crafted in Germany in the 1970s, this pendant light captivates with its elegant and functional design. Its sleek, minimalist aesthetic reflects the era...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

'Onos 55' Brass Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s Germany

Mid-century Adjustable Industrial Workshop Chair by Kovona, 1980s

By Kovona

Located in Praha, CZ

- Mid-century Adjustable Industrial Workshop Chair by Kovona, 1980s,, Czechoslovakia, - made of faux leather, metal and chrome - seat height of armchairs is 48cm, seat height is adj...

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1980s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-century Adjustable Industrial Workshop Chair by Kovona, 1980s

ANTOINETTE FARAGALLAH Decorative Sculptural Large Turquoise Pottery Lidded Box

Located in Miami, FL

Decorative pottery box designed by Antoinette Faragalla. This is a great decorative pottery lidded box created by the artist Antoinette Faragallah. The large rectangular turquoise p...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Enamel

ANTOINETTE FARAGALLAH Decorative Sculptural Large Turquoise Pottery Lidded Box

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