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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

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 legendary 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.

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: 1970s
Italian Modernist Maple Wood Center / Dining Table, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
An Italian modernist dining or center pedestal table in maple wood. The table top with a beautiful sunburst patter, the pedestal base is constructed with a faceted design. Dramatic...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Maple

1970s Milo Baughman Rattan Caned Wood Cube Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, wood caned chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stateme...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Tri-Mark Chrome and Glass Wall Shelf attributed to James Howell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tri-Mark Chrome and Glass Shelf from the mid 1970's. Zig-Zag design mounts easily to a wall and is very solid! Overall very clean, one glass shelf has a chip to rear edge and a lit...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Modern Wall Mirror. Circa 1970s.
Located in Seattle, WA
Wood Framed Mirror, No Makers Mark. Beautiful Detailing on the Frame. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 27 W ; 1 D ; 41 1/2 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Wood

Vintage Needlepoint Embroidery Footstool With Wooden Base.
Located in Seattle, WA
Wood carving details accent each side. Turned wood feet. Floral Motif on the top with pink toned background. Rare for us to see similar pieces in this Collection. Vintage Condition C...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Wall Light Soholm Edition
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Edition Soholm Painted ceramic wall lamp with 3 discs Denmark 1970 Length: 55cm Width: 24 cm Height: 8 cm
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Ceramic

1 of 4 Exclusive Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Peill & Putzler, Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exclusive murano glass wall sconce by Peil & Putzler, Germany, 1970s Wonderful light effect. Extremely rare! High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Aluminum

Vintage Teak & Chrome Dining Table
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Refinished Dimensions: 53.5” L (75.25” L extended) x 37.75” D x 29.5” H (26.5” H LR) Description: A vintage teak dining table. Made in Canada, circa 1970s. One leaf. Sol...
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1970s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Chrome

Pair Karl Springer Style Lacquered Scroll Nightstands/side/end tables, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Karl Springer Style Lacquered Scroll Nightstands/side/end tables, 1970. Table have been restored and reacquired. Tables each have a single drawer. Measures 24" wide, 23" deep 25...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Lacquer

Mastercraft Brass & Burl Walnut Console Table by Bernhard Rohne
Located in East Hampton, NY
This burled walnut and brass console table by Bernard Rohne for Mastercraft, features a wonderful textured brass inlay in crackled finish. Brass column pedestal legs and a GREAT scale.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

"Inca" Armchair by Arne Norell in Patinated Green Buffalo Leather, 1970s Sweden
Located in Brescia , Brescia
"Inca" Armchair by Arne Norell in Patinated Green Buffalo Leather - 1970s Swedish Masterpiece" A masterpiece by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell. Crafted in the 1970s by Norell...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Petite Danish Teak Butcherblock Dining Table by Tarm Stole, OG Møbelfabrik, 1970
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a stunning Danish-made dining table designed by Tarm Stole for OG Møbelfabrik. In remarkable 100% original, vintage condition this petite table is constructed from solid ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Teak

Pair of Coat Hooks Representative Characters from Comedia Del Arte in the Taste
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of hooks representing characters from Comedia Del Arte is made of plastic and brass. This is an Italian work in the style of Piero Fornasseti. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Roche Bobois Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Mckinney, TX
Experience vintage luxury with this pair of Roche Bobois Leather Lounge Chairs. These chairs, crafted with precision, offer timeless style and clever functionality. Adorned in premiu...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Leather

Area Table Lamp by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
Cream coloured lamp with ceramic base by Mario Bellini. Wear due to time and age of the lamp.   
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Ceramic, Plastic, Paper

1970's Mid-Century Modern Hand Blown "Flame" Chandelier by Mazzega
Located in New York, NY
1970's Mid-Century Modern clear hand-blown glass "Flame" chandelier by Mazzega. the glass fits into a spiral brass base there is 18 pieces of glass, the chandelier has been gently po...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Seguso Spherical Paperweight in Murano Glass with Gold Dust, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic spherical shaped paperweight made mouth-blown Murano glass with gold leaf inside. This incredibly charming paperweight was designed by Archimede Seguso in Italy during the ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

1970s Pair of Rattan Tables , Europe
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Easy Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Easy Lounge Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 41 wide x 35 deep x 39 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height/chair clearance of...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Kinkeldey Pair Wall Lighting Glass Cut with Brass Structure, Austria, 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Austria pair wall lighting cut glass. The design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Austrian design. discount shipping to USA * shipping option private quo...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Glass

Carlo Nason for Mazzega Model LT216 Mid Century Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
Carlo Nason for Mazzega Model LT216 Mid Century Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp This lamp measures: 13 wide x 13 deep x 20.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Glass

Mid Century Modern Lane Altavista Rhythm Oval Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Lane Altavista Rhythm Oval Dining Table Featuring mid century modern dining table by Lane with tapered legs and a curved tabletop. Marked at the underside with ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Wood

1970s Large Modular Sofa, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition - fabric in good condition with some signs of use - high of seat 43 cm
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Neoclassical Style Chrome and Brass Coffee table
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical-style coffee table is made of chrome and brass. This is an Italian work. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Westnofa Style Mid Century Danish Teak Hutch
Located in Countryside, IL
Westnofa Style Mid Century Danish Teak Hutch This hutch measures: 60 wide x 18.25 deep x 63.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condi...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Vintage Italian Leather and Brass Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
A very interesting and stylish vintage Italian leather and brass floor lamp. This was made in Italy, it dates from around the 1970’s. It is designed as three golf clubs leaning on e...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Brass Floor Lamp by Hustadt Leuchten, Germany, 1970's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Brass floor lamp with two adjustable light points produced by Hustadt Leuchten, Germany, 1970's. Possibility of turning on one or both lights.
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Villeroy & Boch Helen Von Boch, Ball / Die KugeDinner Service (19 pieces), 1970s
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb mid century modern design ball service by Helen Von Boch for the 1971 Avant Garde collection of Villeroy & Boch in Germany. Good condition. One small chip underneath six out ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Ceramic

Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Highboy Dresser Gentlemans Chest
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This model is nearly impossible to find. Moreover, yellow is the most sought after option. Combined with the fact that we've restored this piece to outstanding condition, we're cer...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Plastic, Hardwood

Wall Miror in Wood and Glass, France 1970 Sylver Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Wall Miror in Wood and Glass, France 1970 Sylver Color
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Bot wall sconces designed by Giusto Toso for Leucos, Italy 1970
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 2 Bot wall sconces designed by Giusto Toso in the 70s, painted metal structure, Murano smoked glass diffusers, mounting E 27 bulbs. Good conditions, new electric plant, perfe...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Bamboo and rattan low table by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Low bamboo and rattan coffee table by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s Low bamboo and rattan coffee table produced by the famous company Vivai del Sud in the 1970s Excellent condition ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Bamboo

Vintage marble nesting tables or side tables, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of 1970s italian marble nesting tables or side tables. The tables can be set up in different compositions. Timeless items. Beautiful colour and natural vaining. Very good cond...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Belgian Black Marble

Walnut Sofa and Arm Chair by Sapporo
Located in Dronten, NL
A rare walnut sofa and armchair by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, made in the 1970's, Italy. Beautifully designed with angled front legs which extend to the sides and back, the back suppo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Cotton, Walnut

Set of 6 Danish Modern Model 23 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf for Korup S
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Collection of six Danish Modern dining chairs, featuring solid teak continuous arms and legs, along with Newly upholstered seats and backs. Designed by Henning Kjaernulf for Korup S...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

1970s Architectural Distress Green Art Pottery Vessel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Architectural Distress Green Art Pottery Vase Jar Jug 8.75 h x 15 w x 11.25 Broken distress condition unrestored vintage Refer to images.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Original Textured Painting Signed and Framed on Canvas.
Located in Seattle, WA
Silver Toned Frame compliments this vintage painting. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 24 W ; 1/10 D ; 19 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Iconic Canape by Jacques Charpentier, France 1970
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
This iconic canape was designed by the French designer Jacques Charpentier, in France in the 70s. The canape has been entirely reupholstered in faux fur. The base is a stainless stee...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Elegant Umbrella Stand Bamboo and Solid Brass italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Eleant Umbrella Stand rare piece original Italian Design
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

A Parsons Style Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
The long rectangular top inlaid into the rosewood with brass in a trellis design; raised on four square straight legs.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Oval coffee table, tile table, 1970s
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
Handmade table, probably made in the French ceramics village of Vallauris. Each tile is unique in shape and embossed, creating an atypical abstract decoration. Height: 39 cm. Width:...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Extendable Round Table in Black Lacquer Satin Metal 1970 Moscatelli Formanova
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Extendable Round Table in Black Lacquer and Satin Metal 1970 Giulio Moscatelli for Formanova
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Marble low table by W. Katavolos, R. Little and D. Kelley by ICF, italy, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Metal and marble low table by W. Katavolos, R. Little and D. Kelley manufactured by Icf, 1970s low table with metal frame and Calacatta gold marble top. Good condition, signs of ...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Marble, Metal

Large Mid Century Still Life of Flowers Signed Metz
Located in Redding, CT
Large Mid Century Still Life of Flowers Signed Metz. Framed in a plain white wooden frame. The colorful Impasto composition consists of Large Pinkish Orange gladiolas. This vibrant a...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

1970s Rattan Jar Wicker Table Lamps, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan lamps you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece a...
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1970s Philippine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Midcentury Stool or Pouf in Bamboo and Rattan , Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful midcentury squared stool, pouf or side table. This fantastic Stool was made in Italy during the 1970s. The workmanship of these...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pierre Chapo Stool 'S13A' in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, stool, model 'S31A', solid elm, France, circa 1974 This S31A stool is one of the early editions designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his hallmark use of solid elmwood a...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Elm

Gaetano Sciolari for Valenti Brushed Brass Wall Mirror, Italy, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
Gaetano Sciolari for Valenti Milano Brushed Brass Wall Mirror, Italy, circa 1970 An Italian 1970's brushed brass rectangular wall mirror wit...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass

Peill & Putzler Pendant Lamp "Wave", 1970s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Peill & Putzler pendant lamp furura, also called Wave: Very well preserved pendant lamp from the 1970s. This lamp is the large version with a shade diameter of 33 cm. This classic wa...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Chrome

Satellite Chair In the Style Of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Reupholstered in nubby navy boucle on top and navy vinyl on the base. New foam added for extra comfort.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Vintage Early American Style Side Console Table.
Located in Seattle, WA
This piece features wood turned legs, original hardware, wood carved detailing, and a dovetailed drawer. The top piece is removable and has matching wood carved details. The detailin...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Design Jucker table lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos , Italy , 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-Century Design ‘Jucker’ table lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos , Italy ,1960’s Dimensions: 18cm Diameter, 21cmH Period: 1960’s Color: Yellow Material: Metal Designer: Tobia Scarpa ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Harry Bertoria Chairs metal Knoll 1970 production Model 420
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Harry Bertoria Chairs metal Knoll 1970 production Model 420
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Paul Moerenhout Belgian Brutal Bronze 1970s Wall Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large 1970s hand crafted bronze and brass brutal wall lamps by Belgian artist, Paul Moerenhout Two candelabra sockets , one upward and downward. Signed. Paul Moerenhout is...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Extraordinary Lounge Chair in Ash and Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, ash, fabric, Europe, 1970s. An unconvential lounge chair that features an outstanding design. The seating contains multiple tube-shaped cushions attached together to...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Mazzega Pendant with Glass Murano Bicolore, Italy, 1970
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional Mazzega pendant, multicolore of glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Italian Design. This unique Mazzega g...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Murano Glass

Ingo Maurer Faux Suede Leather Table Lamps, Germany, 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Ingo Maurer Faux Suede Leather Table Lamps, Germany, 1970 Nice pair of large table lamps made from faux suede textile and blackened steel hardware. The new lamp-shades are not mandat...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Metal

Midcentury Coffee Table by Svend Aage Jessen & Sejer Pottery for Ryesberg
Located in Belmont, MA
This famous design also known as the Ryesberg design uses midcentury tile, wood, and stainless. Initially designed by Svend Aage Jessen & Sejer Pottery for Ryesberg Møbler. Tiles sig...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

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, Knoll, Fabio Ltd, and J.T. Kalmar. 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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