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
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 1900s
Milo Baughman for Rougier Rosewood & Chrome 10-Drawer Credenza Cabinet Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made in Canada, this design is attributed to Milo Baughman, who gained popularity in the 1950s and 60s for his use of right angles, chrome, and rosewood. This dresser features a cabi...
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1950s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have curated a group of stunning pieces of ceramics made in Sweden during the 1950s.
These pieces have been gathered and put together by us, carefully sorted and now ready to be g...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Metal Nude Girl Bottle Opener MidCentury Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s or older bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Bronze
J.T. Kalmar, Pelikan, Floor Lamp, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal, brass, plastic band and fabric floor lamp designed and produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 62"H x 15"W x 27"D
Bulb Speci...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
American Designer, Side Tables, Walnut, Travertine, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and travertine side tables designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.875"H x 26.5"W x 26.5"D
All items ship from High Point, North...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Travertine
Italian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 71.25"W x 36.5"D
Seat Height (inches): 13.25"
All upholstered furnitu...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
XLCrystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very large ceiling lamp from the 1950s.
The lamp with its crystal glass blossoms has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles beautifully.
The design and materials used...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Wall Light, 1950s.
By Lyfa
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Wall Light, 1950s.
Beautiful and rare Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern wall lamp made by Lyfa Denmark in the 1950s.
Made from stained oak and has its original ple...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Italian Sconce Sculptural Satin Glass Shade & Brass Mid Century Ponti Era
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, an Italian sconce with sculptural glass shade in satin finish and & brass body. Aluminum body in red original red paint. Mid Century Ponti Era. Made in Italy...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Tripod Sculpted Teak Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood, Teak
Italian Brass and Black Lacquered Steel Appliques with Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of wall sconces exemplifies mid-century Italian design, crafted in the 1950s. Each sconce features a curved arm in brass with a natural aged patina, complemented by a base ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Nybro Armaturfabrik, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, green-lacquered metal and etched beige glass pendant light produced by Nybro Aramturfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.0"H x 12.0"W x 6.0"D
Stem Len...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Lane “Copenhagen” Walnut Drop Leaf Coffee Table / Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Walnut, Brass Sabots
Designed by Lane in the 1950s, this “Copenhagen” drop-leaf coffee table/bench is a versatile Mid-Century Mode...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Judith Daner Enamel Artwork Wall Panel Geometric Mid-Century Cityscape, a pair
By Judith Daner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Judith Daner designed this pair of stunning Mid-Century Modernist enamel-on-copper artworks. Each panel is a one-tile plaque mounted on the original walnut wood frame. The abstract a...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Copper, Enamel
Counterweight Pendant Light 'Jo-Jo Zug' Kalmar, Josef Frank, Brass Straw, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and fantastic height adjustable brass counter balance pendant lamp with a straw lampshade model 'Jo-Jo Zug' no. 2505 by J.T. Kalmar manufactured in midcentury in 1950s.
The li...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Lane “Copenhagen” Walnut Coffee Table / Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Walnut, Brass Sabots
Crafted by Lane in the 1950s, this “Copenhagen” coffee table/bench is a striking example of Mid-Century Moder...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Klaus Grabe Attribution, Chaise Longue, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Klaus Grabe
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige red fabric webbing chaise longue attributed to Klaus Grabe, USA, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5"H x 29.0"W x 65.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 14.0"
Arm H...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, teak and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 10.875"H x 4.875"W x 7.375"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inche...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1950
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish crown light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass dif...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Four Wishbone CH 24 Chairs by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare set of four Mid-Century Modern Wishbone CH 24 dining room chairs.
Design by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Denmark.
Striking Danish design from the 1950s.
S...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Harvey Probber Rare Slipper Sofa Mahogany Wood and Mohair 1955c
Located in Chicago, IL
Harvey Probber Rare Slipper Sofa in Mahogany and Mohair, c. 1955
A rare slipper-form sofa by Harvey Probber, featuring an elegant low profile and floating seat design. The solid maho...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
$14,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Floating Top Walnut Desk by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Walnut floating top desk supported by cylindrical feet, model 1625 designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California (ca. 1955, USA).
Thoughtfully designed to optimize space and stor...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and green beige-lacquered table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Back of shade accepts E-12 bulbs
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.5"H x 6.625"W x ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric and dark-stained wood lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.25"H x 30.25"W x 32.75"D
Seat Height (inches): 18.25"
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pier Luigi Colli, Dining Room Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four walnut and floral-printed fabric dining room or side chairs designed and produced by Pier Luigi Colli, Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 3475.0"H x 17.75"W...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vilhelm Wohlert, Wall Light, Wood, Paper, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A folded beige fabric and wood wall light designed by Vilhelm Wohlert and produced by Le Klint, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.75"H x 10.5"W x 10.0"D
Back Plate ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
French Designer, Wall Light, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed ceramic, brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 9.25"H x 11.0"W x 5.785"D
Back Plate Dimensions (I...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Piero Fornasetti Mid-Century Pistole Pattern Metal Basket or Waste Bin
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish mid-century Italian metal refuse bin decorated with the ‘Pistole’ design by renowned Italian artist and designer Piero Fornasetti (Italian, 1913-1988) and dating from ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Chandelier Model 1129 by Stilnovo , Italy 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Stilnovo was an Italian design and lighting company founded in 1946 by Bruno Gatta. The company became known for its modern approach to lighting and gained attention both in Italy an...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Wall Lamps in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Wall-mounted sconces designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s. Each sconce features a structure composed of brass with visible patina, and a black lacquered metal base support...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Mid Century sewing box made of walnut wood with fold-out compartments
Located in München, DE
Original Mid-Century Modern fold-out sewing box in very good vintage condition. Made in Italy.
Made of walnut.
A stunningly beautiful decorative Italian design from the 1950s with ma...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Rare Aldo Londi For Bitossi Ceramic Lamps With Applied Circle Dots Pair
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in North Miami, FL
This very special and very rare pair of vintage earthenware table lamps were designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in the late 50's or early 60's.
The body is brown earthenware and it i...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
American Designer, Dining Table, Rattan, Glass, Iron, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass, rattan and black-lacquered metal dining table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.75"H x 48.0"W x 48.0"D
All items ship from High Po...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Seguso, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, Murano-glass and white fabric wall lights produced by Seguso, Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 17.25"H x 9.5"W x 11.5"D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches)...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - California Modern Slatted Walnut Side Tables by John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Triangular Side Table by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Velvet, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained wood and yellow beige velvet lounge chairs designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.625"H x 22.0"W x 29.0"D
Seat Height (in...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Designer, Console Table, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wall-mounted mixed wood and brass console table designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Signature on underside of drawers
Overall Dimensions (inches): 36.0"H x 47.5"W x 10.5"D
...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Metal, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, white-lacquered metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 13.75"H x 7.0"W x 5.5"D
Back Plate Dimens...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Expertly Restored-Ib Kofod-Larsen "Jutland" Teak Credenza for Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Danish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, blue-lacquered metal and white opaline glass pendant light designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 46.0"H x 15.0"W x 15.0"D
Stem Length (i...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mount Airy, Nightstands, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and brass night stand designed and produced by Mount Airy, USA, 1950s.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Amazing Large Pendant Lamp by Adolf Loos for Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Very rare and large pendant lamp by Adolf Loos from the 1950s.
The high-quality materials, such as the new seagrass lampshade, make this lamp a unique design object.
It creates a ver...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Attribute to Paolo Buffa Mid-century Modern Italian Bouclè Armchairs, Pair
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of Italian armchairs captures the essence of mid-20th century modern design, attributed to Paolo Buffa. Made around the 1950s, these armchairs are distinguished by their el...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Pair of Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Wall-mounted sconces composed of a curved brass arm fixed to a square wall plate, supporting a spherical two-tone glass shade. The globe is made of opaline glass, with the lower half...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Expertly Restored - California Modern Sculpted Floating-Top Coffee Table
By ACE-HI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Nybro Armaturfabrik, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, green-lacquered metal and etched beige glass pendant light produced by Nybro Aramturfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.0"H x 12.0"W x 6.0"D
Stem Len...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (Inch...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Stunningly beautiful chandelier from the 1950s.
Lovingly designed by Rupert Nikoll.
It creates a very cozy light.
Manufacturer: Rupert Nikoll
Condition:
Very good vintage conditio...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Wall-mounted oak wood sideboard with four doors, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A large wall-mounted sideboard with four paneled doors, oak wood, Italian manufacture, 1950s
Designing a wall-mounted cabinet presents a unique challenge for both renowned designers...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of elegantly designed Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, crafted with a combination of materials that highlight the modern aesthetic of the era. Each sconce features a sleek...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-century modern brass mirror by Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Mid-Century Modern Brass Mirror, Gio Ponti Style, Italy, 1950
Elegant mid-century brass mirror, made in Italy in the 1950s, in a style attributable to the famous Gio Ponti. Its refi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,677 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp – Bamboo and Linen, Circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp – Bamboo and Linen, Circa 1950
Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of this mid-century modern table lamp, crafted circa 1950. Featuring a ...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble
Willy Guhl Eternit Cement Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Labrit, Landes
Sculptural planter designed by Willy Guhl, a famous Swiss designer and then edited by Eternit in 1950.
In the 1950s, marked by designers' growing interest in innovative materials, Wi...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Cement
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal wall light designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 4.6” H x 2.7” W x 8.2“ D (measured fully extended)
B...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
American Designer, Counter Stools, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four black-painted iron and blue velvet counter stools or bar stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present to metal.
Wear consistent with age and u...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
Two Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Arne Vodder for Glostrup, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs.
Design by Arne Vodder for Glostrup Møbelfabrik.
Striking Danish design from the 1950s.
Solid teak frames with hand-made...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
French Designer, Side Table, Iron, Marble, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A marble and silver-leaf iron side table designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.875"H x 19.625"W x 19.625"D
All items ship from High Point, Nort...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
Mid-century Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Fabio Ltd, Knoll, and Edward Wormley. 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.
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Italian Carved Pedestal
Jerusalem Furniture
Glass Pear
Italian Renaissance Table
Glass Fluted Art
Italian Fruitwood Furniture
Large Gold Bowl
Gilt Horse