Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
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
Mid-Century Modern Pottery Wall Plaque by Gerda Heuckeroth for Ceramano Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Amazing rare abstract wall plaque made by Ceramano Germany in the sixties.
It is a huge and heavy ceramic wall tile, decor Urania.
The plaque is a combination of purple, blue and gr...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Pottery
FORNASETTI "Jerusalem by Night" Panel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare original vintage "Jerusalem by Night" screen print on wood panel, designed by Piero Fornasetti / made in Milan Italy by Fornasetti
Original label on the back
Measures: width 37 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wood
Set of Twelve Blue Vintage Michelin Man Ceramic Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Dive into a nostalgic journey with this rare and unique large set of twelve Michelin Man tiles, crafted by an unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1960.
In their original condition,...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Abstract Expressionist Painting by Ugo Sterpini, Signed and Dated 1958
Located in Stamford, CT
Ugo Sterpini (Italian, 1927-2000)''La Lotta Sulla Duna" (The Battle On The Dune). Mixed media on canvas, signed and dated ''58'' lower right, signed, titl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas
Richard Hamilton – Handwritten and Signed Framed Postcard on Marcel Duchamp
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This unique framed postcard (artcard) by Richard Hamilton features a handwritten and signed message dedicated to Marcel Duchamp. Renowned for his role in the development of Pop Art a...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Pablo Picasso Signed Limited Edition Etching Jeux de Gladiateurs Series 347:168
Located in Studio City, CA
An engaging work titled "Jeux de Gladiateurs" by famed Spanish artist Pablo Picasso.
The etching was created in 1968. It is hand signed in pencil by Picasso and numbered 33/50, lowe...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Leonor Fini Signed Framed Beautiful Lithograph Print Deux Femmes, circa 1970s
By Leonor Fini
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful lithographic print by Argentinian-born Italian surrealist painter, designer, illustrator, and author Leonor Fini titled "Deux Femmes".
Leonor Fini was arguably the most ferociously and heroically independent woman artist of the 20th century. Fini herself never accepted the label of "woman artist," and likewise, never considered herself a Surrealist despite her works having been included in nearly every major Surrealism exhibition from 1936 to the present. In the 1930s she lived in Paris, France where she collaborated with, or who were influenced by such prominent 20th-century artists as Jean Cocteau, Man Ray, Leonora Carrington, Salvador Dalí, Joseph Cornell, Dora Maar, Anna Magnani, Albert Camus, Jean Genet...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Herbert List "Young man under pine trees" Estate-Stamped Framed Print, 1936
Located in London, GB
For sale an original Estate-Stamped, museum-quality Magnum photographic print by renowned German photographer Herbert List.
Titled 'Young man under pine trees. Italy, 1936', the pr...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Aluminum
Horizon Marine Tapestry by Jean Picart Le Doux, Signed, Great Condition
Located in Kansas City, MO
Large Jean Picart Le Doux "Horizon Marin" tapestry handwoven at Atelier Pinton in Aubusson France. Signed. Limited edition. Virtually no signs of wear. ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wool
Op-Art Artist Anne Youkeles New Perspective Signed 3-D Serigraph Collage, 1971
By Anne Youkeles
Located in St. Louis, MO
Anne Youkeles (Austrian/American b. 1920) Op-Art Artist 3-D Geometric Serigraph Collage titled "New Perspective" signed, number 43/210 and dated 1971. In fine condition, not examined...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Mid Century Abstract Mirror Wall Art
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This unique piece of Mid Century wall art features a round mirror set within a sleek chrome metal frame, exuding a modern, minimalist appeal. Measuring 30.25”x30.5”. The mirror itsel...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Paint
Framed Contemporary Watercolor by Enrico Della Torre – Minimalist Art, 2015
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This framed contemporary watercolor artwork by renowned artist Enrico Della Torre showcases his signature minimalist style, beautifully capturing the essence of simplicity and subtle...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Magnus Engstrom Signed Swedish California Artist Mid-Century Modern Oil Painting
By Magnus Engstrom 1
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful and quite colorful oil on canvas painting by Swedish-American California artist Magnus Engstrom (1936- ).
The painting features a futurist cityscape and is done in the neo-cubist abstract expressionist artistic painting style that Engstrom embraced.
The painting is signed and dated (1970) by Engstrom.
Would be a great addition to any Mid-Century Modern or California art painting collection...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Josef Albers Signed Abstract Screenprint "Ascension"
By Josef Albers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Original signed abstract screenprint, entitled "Ascension", by Josef Albers for the limited edition "Washburn College Bible", 1979. Albers created this work as a frontispiece for Vol...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Artist Richard Anuszkiewicz Inward Eye #10 Op-Art Silkscreen Print, 1970, Signed
Located in St. Louis, MO
Richard Anuszkiewicz (1930-2020) Inward Eye #10 from the Inward Eye Series, 1970. Pronounced it ah-noo-SHKEV-ich. Silkscreen 25 19/20 × 19 3/4 inches
Edition of 100, #56/100. Acid f...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
Large contemporary Klein blue painting
By Yves Klein
Located in LYON, FR
Large contemporary painting from Belgium, likely from the 2000s. Made of wood, its thick solid bamboo frame gives it a beautiful elegance. The slightly textured Klein blue paint brin...
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Bamboo
Large MCM Abstract Acrylic Painting by Richard Mann
By Richard Mann
Located in San Diego, CA
Large MCM abstract acrylic on panel original painting by listed artist Richard Mann, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and is presente...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Rare large authentic vintage advertising sign for Nivea cosmetics, Belgiu
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1970s / Nivea / advertising sign / mid-century / vintage / design
This rare to find large Belgian advertisement shows a woman on the beach, in front of her the famous blue...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
Brutalist Contrasting Black and Silver Wall Sculpture, 1960s Designed in Belgium
Located in Antwerp, BE
A 1960s setting of a Brutalist Wall Sculpture in metal and aluminum, made by a Belgium Unknown Artist.
The quarter-circle design allows for many pattern opti...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Large 6-Foot Robert L. Kidd Wool Fiber Hanging Framed Wall Art 1970's
By (after) Gustav Klimt, Robert L. Kidd
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This huge 6-foot, captivating abstract wall art is made with wool yarn, by Robert L. Kidd, circa 1970s. Handwoven bands of earth-tone fiber material coalesce into a modern, yet drama...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Textile, Wood
Selection of Alexander Calder Lithographs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Alexander Calder color lithographs, circa 1960s. They have been recently framed in clean lined black lacquered wood gallery frames...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Selection of Color Modern Lithographs and Silkscreens
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of color modern lithographs and silkscreens, circa 1930s-2000s. They have been framed in clean lined black lacquer gallery frames under UV resistant glass. They are:
Top row, left to right:
1) Black and white abstract lithograph by Eduardo Chillida, circa 1960s. It measures: 21.25" H x 23.25" W.
2) Color silkscreen New Order "Singles" poster, signed by three members of the band, circa 2005. It measures: 30.25" H x 20.25" W.
Bottom row, left to right:
3) Switzerland Ski Travel Color Silkscreen Poster, circa 1930s. It measures: 43" H x 27.75" W.
4) Abstract color lithograph, entitled "Spectral" by John...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Françoise Gilot Lithograph 'Portrait of a Woman', 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Françoise Gilot original lithograph 'Portrait of a Woman'.
From the poetry book "Pages d'Amour" by André VERDET, editions Raison d'être, 1951, printed by Mourlot in 366 copies.
Ma...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Original Surrealist Painting Inspired by Pablo Picasso
Located in Miami, FL
Original surrealist painting by self taught French artist from the city of Sete, France, named El Kalo.
This interesting piece of artwork clearly depicts one wonderful painting by this brilliant artist which is inspired by Pablo Picasso and Herve Di Rosa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Selection of Alexander Calder Lithographs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Alexander Calder color lithographs, France, circa 1960s. We purchased a group of these color lithographs from the estate of a couple that lived in France from 1951-1983. These are most likely from the limited edition folio “Derriere le Miroir”, published by the legendary Galerie Maeght. Please see our other 1stdibs listings for more Alexander Calder and Joan Miro lithographs from...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Paper, Wood
Joan Miró Lithographs
By Joan Miró
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Joan Miro color lithographs, France, circa 1960s. We purchased a group of these color lithographs from the estate of a couple t...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Modern Italian Signed Portrait as Roma Football Player
Located in Roma, IT
Really impressive oil on canvas painting by the great modern Italian artist Umberto Carabella (Paliano, Frosinone 1912-1956).
This is an intense portrait of the great football player Giancarlo 'Carlo' Galli, known as 'Testina d'oro' (Golden Head) for his skill in the head game.
Period 1950s
This painting, never before on the market, comes from a private collection.
Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrina Egidi official Expert in Italian furniture for the Chamber of Commerce of Rome and for the Rome Civil Courts.
After his football training at Montecatini, Carlo Galli's competitive career remained inextricably linked to that of coach Giuseppe Gipo Viani. He met the future coach of the national team in Lucca in 1949 and in the summer of that year, when Viani moved to the Palermo bench, Galli was signed by the Rosanerodal from Cascina.
Despite his stature, however, he was gifted in the aerial game and here Viani's contribution was decisive.
He succeeded in making him a centre forward who made the most of his characteristics, so much so that he was nicknamed the golden head, and on 8 December 1949 came his Serie A debut. On 18 December (Palermo Lazio 2-1) he scored his first Serie A goal.
He ended his first season in the top division with 8 goals. On 5 November 1950 (Palermo Pro Patria 8-0) he scored four...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Dean Meeker Signed Limited Ed. Midcentury Silkscreen Serigraph Print Portofino
By Dean Meeker
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully composed, abstract designed limited edition silkscreen serigraph print by American artist Dean Meeker. This work is titled "Portofino" and is one of his more elusive/rare and hard-to-find images.
The print is hand-pencil signed, titled, and numbered (Edition of 50) by the artist.
Dean Jackson Meeker (born in Madison, Wisconsin, 1920-2002) was an internationally recognized sculptor, painter, and printmaker. He studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, Northwestern University, and the University of Wisconsin. In 1958, Meeker was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship for 1959 and 1960 to study printmaking in Europe. In Paris, he worked at Hayter's printmaking workshop, Atelier 17, and with printmaker Kaiko Moti while also studying in museums in Spain and Italy.
Meeker's works are in collections worldwide including the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), Museum of Modern Art, Whitney Museum of American Art, National Gallery of Art, Smithsonian, Milwaukee Art...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Alberto Giacometti Framed Black and White Limited Lithograph "Annette", 1964
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful sketched lithograph by famed Swiss artists/sculptor Alberto Giacometti.
The lithograph was printed in Paris by Mourlot Freres in 1964 and was issued in an edition of ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Goya's Etching Tragala Perro 1797-1799 for Prado Museum in Madrid
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Goya's etching "Tragala Perro" for Prado Museum in Madrid.
In 1797-1799.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Robert Motherwell Abstract Expressionist Print in 19th Century Gilt Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
Abstract Expressionist Print, by Robert Motherwell, American, circa 1967. This work is from the limited edition portfolio "In Memory of My Feelings: A Selection of Poems by Frank O'Hara". Only 2500 were printed. This example has been professionally framed under UV resistant glass in a 19th Century gilt frame.
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wood, Paper, Glass
Schumacher by Porter Teleo Binary Wallpaper Mural in Black
Located in New York, NY
A stylish study of geometric shapes, this graphic pattern by Porter Teleo has a two-panel repeat. It's a striking, mural-like design that's ideal for larg...
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Mid Century Abstract Texture Painting
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century abstract texture painting
This painting measures: 48 wide x 0.3 deep x 36 inches high
Great vintage condition
We take our photos...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Mid Century Modern Mixed Media Large Scale Cityscape Artwork in Suede and Steel
Located in Culver City, CA
If Gotham City and a Pierre Cardin fever dream had a love child, it would be this stunning 1970s mixed media artwork. At a striking 48.5 x 48.5 inches, this piece is big, bold, and b...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Steel
Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in Denton, TX
Vintage festive abstract oil on canvas with a simple lathe frame bu Barbara Tuch.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Colorful 20th Century Oil Painting of Paris by Italian Artist Piero Solavaggione
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Oil painting on canvas in its original frame representing a Parisian quarter with a church on the background. Painted by the Italian artist Professor Piero Solavaggione (Carmagnola (...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas
Pablo Picasso Signed Madoura Ceramic Tile Plaque 'Tête Polychrome' Ramié 455
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, original hand painted ceramic tile plaque by famed artist Pablo Picasso titled "Tete Polychrome". The work features an abstract face w...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Zabihi Collection Half Elephant Green Persian Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Square size Persian kilim from the late 20th century with half an elephant on a green field
Can be used as a wall piece too. Very light and easy to hang.
Measures: 5' x 5'
This was...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wool
Jean-Bapiste Rigail French Midcentury Modern Art Featuring Musicians
Located in Miami, FL
Multidisciplinary artist Jean Bapiste Rigail best known for his mixed media works, he incorporates myriad techniques and materials to create his expressive, unique compositions. This...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Trio Of Birds By Marianne Starck For Michael Andersen. Danish Wall Plaque
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Trio of birds wall plaque, by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, Denmark
Amusing trio glazed with blue, green and brown over stoneware
Stamped MS...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic
Abstract Wheels By Marianne Starck For Michael Andersen. Danish Wall Plaque
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Tactile, abstract wheels wall plaque by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, Denmark
Dark brown wheels with blue glaze pools over stoneware
Stamped MS, Three Herrings mark and #635...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic
Deep Ocean, Contemporary Color-Field Abstract by Benjamin Casiano
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Evocative color-field abstract composition by contemporary American artist, Benjamin Casiano. Casiano is a lover of color and uses dramatic brushstrokes to bring color alive on his c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
François Gilot Original Lithograph: Timeless Beauty in Classic Framing, 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing an exquisite François Gilot original lithograph from the pages of André Verdet's poetic masterpiece, "Pages d'Amour," published by editions Raison d'être in 1951 and prin...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Françoise Gilot Lithograph 'Portrait of a Woman', 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Françoise Gilot original lithograph 'Portrait of a Woman'.
From the poetry book "Pages d'Amour" by André VERDET, editions Raison d'être, 1951, printed by Mourlot in 366 copies.
Ma...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
François Gilot Original Lithograph: Timeless Beauty in Classic Framing, 1951
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing an exquisite François Gilot original lithograph from the pages of André Verdet's poetic masterpiece, "Pages d'Amour," published by editions Raison d'être in 1951 and prin...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Flock Of Birds By Marianne Starck For Michael Andersen. Danish Wall Plaque
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Charming gathering of five small birds wall plaque, by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, Denmark
Muted blue glaze with brown highlights on stonew...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Metal Tree Wall Art Sculpture Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage metal tree wall art, three trees. Comes ready to hang.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
Turquoise Concave Murano Glass Mirror Sculpture, Hand-Crafted in Italy, 2024
Located in Madrid, ES
Striking hand-crafted sculptural mirror made from rich turquoise Murano glass, featuring a rare concave form with beveled edges that enhance its luminous surface. This contemporary p...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Brass
Original 1968 Poster - "Pintura, Dibujo, Grabado" by Picasso
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Celebrate the genius of Pablo Picasso with this original exhibition poster, "Pintura, Dibujo, Grabado", created for the iconic 1968 exhibition at Sala Gaspar in Barcelona. This authe...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wood, Paper
Mid-Century Modern Textile Pop Wall Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Textile, Wood Frame
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Textile, Wood
Ferit Iscan Oil on Canvas, Still Life with Painting Supplies
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and important work by Turkish artist Férit Iscan depicting his artist’s supplies laid out on his work table. Signed lower right, title on verso...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Birch, Canvas
Bluebirds Trio By Marianne Starck For Michael Andersen. Danish Wall Plaque
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Bluebirds trio wall plaque, by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, Denmark
Engaging blue glazed birds on stoneware plaque
Stamped MS, Three Herrings mark and #6267 on reverse
Widt...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic
Jackson Pollock Style Artwork By Woodstock, NY Artist
By Jackson Pollock
Located in New York, NY
Large painting in the style of Jackson Pollock done by Woodstock , NY artist in the early 1990's, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas
A mid century still life painting by Harry Lennart Persson, 1958, Oil on board.
Located in London, GB
A mid century still life painting by Harry Lennart Persson, 1958, Oil on board, signed "H.L. Persson '58", with original Swedish label on reverse and painted pine frame.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Wood
1970 artwork gouache on paper by Vincent Van Den Meersch
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Vincent Van Den Meersch was a belgian painter who played an important role in the Belgian contemporary art. Until the early 1950s, Vincent Van Den Meersch painted expressionist works...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Abstract Lithographs by Josef Albers from Formulation and Articulation
By Josef Albers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Josef Albers abstract lithographs from Formulation and Articulation, published by Harry N. Abrams Inc., New York, and Ives Sillman Inc., New Haven, circa 1972. These works are from P...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Selection of Mid-Century Jazz Themed Paintings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Mid-Century jazz themed paintings, American, circa 1930s-1970s. From left to right, they are:
1) New Orleans jazz watercolor by Leo Meirsdorff...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Paper
Mid-Century Modern Plaster and Metalwork Brutalist Wall Art
Located in Milford, NH
This Mid-Century Modern wall art is composed of plaster on wood, with welded square nails depicting two figures under a tree, unsigned and framed in a simple wood frame.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Modern contemporary art for sale on 1stDibs.
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