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Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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
Colorful Collage André Van Der Vossen, Abstract, 1950s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Stunning original work by Andre van der Vossen (1893- 1963). A rare combination of collage and drawing. Van der Vossen is one of the leading arti...
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1650s Dutch Antique Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper, Crayon

Colorful mixed media collage André van der vossen (1893-1963), abstract 1950s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Stunning original mixed media work by Andre van der Vossen (1893- 1963). A rare combination of collage and drawing. Van der Vossen is one of the l...
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1650s Dutch Antique Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper, Crayon

Howard Howie Post Cartoon Drawing Plate Art of Sigmund Freud, Anthro DC Comics
By Howard Post
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Portrait of Sigmund Freud on hand thrown ceramic plate. Signed, "Post to Post with love..." "January 21, 1962" Howard "Howie" Post (1926-2010) American animator, cartoonist, and comic strip and comic book writer-artist. Post is known for his syndicated newspaper comic strip The Dropouts which had a 13-year run and for creating DC Comics...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Ceramic

1979 Italian Design Drawing/Sketch for a Modern Green Desk Light by Mattioli
Located in New York, NY
Dated mid-20th century industrial hand drawing by designer Luciano Mattioli. Highly collectible vintage Italian Product Design for a desk light project, realized without a ruler, in ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper, Crayon, Paint

One 1979 Mattioli Italian Design Drawing for a Modern Red Desk Light Project
Located in New York, NY
Dated mid-20th century industrial hand drawing, highly collectible Italian modern Product Design for a lacquer red desk light project, realized without a ruler in pastels and gouache...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Crayon, Paint, Paper

1979, Italian Design Drawing Sketch for a Desk Light Project by Luciano Mattioli
Located in New York, NY
Dated mid-20th century industrial hand drawing, highly collectible Italian modern Product Design for a lacquer yellow desk light project, realized without ruler in pastels and gouach...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Crayon, Paint, Paper

Pastel by Suzanne Kaehrling
By Suzanne Blanche Kaehrling
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Colorful pastel with gold painted frame by Suzanne Kaehrling Suzanne Kaehrling, 1902-1985.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

Male Nude Study in Pencil 1940s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Nude Study in Pencil, Europe, 1940s. Beautiful and well drawn study with a male nude kneeling. Wonderful atmosphere and very elegant. At the underside of the paper there are also a ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Mid century vintage Academy style female nude study in charcoal
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage female nude study in charcoal. This Academy style charcoal drawing is in a mid century pickled frame with cream and black mat boards. The charcoal drawi...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Art Deco Panther Drawing
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco drawing Signed Renee Jullian France, early 20th Century 30.5 cm high by 38.5 cm wide by 2 cm depth
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

1979 Luciano Mattioli 2 Italian Design Drawings for a Modern Desk Light Project
Located in New York, NY
Dated industrial hand drawings, highly collectible Italian Product Design for a desk light project, free hand illustration in pastels and gouache on black cardboard, by the Italian d...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper, Paint

Mid-Century Ronald Riddick Lithograph Of Deer Artwork
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Ronald Riddick Hand Signed Lithograph Of Deer Framed Artwork. A hand signed lithograph titled And Beasts in the Field depicting straight horn deer by Ronal...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Original Car Design Drawing by Gio Ponti for Touring Carrozzeria Milan, 1952
Located in Dronten, NL
Important drawing by Gio Ponti of the Diamante line for Touring Carrozzeria Milan. A similar example pictured on page 167 of Gio Ponti: The Complete Work by Lisa Ponti. Ponti's car ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Ephemeral Beauty: Brassaï's Rare Nude Pencil Drawing, 1944
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Brassaï's masterful artistry with this exceptionally rare nude pencil drawing, delicately crafted in 1944 Paris. A captivating portrayal of...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Watercolor painting "Girl at the balustrade" by Marga Goove-Marcovic. Germany
Located in Köln, NW
"Girl at the balustrade" by Marga Groove-Marcovic. (1920-2002) Germany. Original watercolor painting with white opaque paint. Framed with Passepartout behind glass. Marga Groove-Mar...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Glass, Paper

Andre Lhote Mid Century Modern 1920s Cubist Pencil Drawing - Framed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Discover this rare, original pencil drawing by renowned French Cubist artist Andre Lhote, created circa 1920. As a striking example of Mid Century Modern art, this captivating piece showcases Lhote's exceptional talent for figure subjects, landscapes, and still life. Beautifully framed in an authentic 1920s frame with museum-grade glass, this exquisite work of art ensures optimal preservation. Measuring 22.45 in (57 cm) in height and 18.51 in (47 cm) in width, it will elevate any space with its timeless elegance and historical significance. Add a piece of art history to your collection and enjoy the unparalleled craftsmanship of Andre Lhote, a true master of modern art. Experience the charm of Mid Century Modern aesthetics while owning a unique treasure from a celebrated artist. ------ Andre Lhote was born in 1885 and was a French cubist painter...
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1920s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Signed Male Seated Nude Portrait
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Nude Portrait Study of a Sitting Man.Appears to be Pastel on Paper.Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Wear and Tear Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 26 W ; 20 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Signed and Framed Abstract Artwork of Ducks.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Illustration of a Group of Ducks. Possibly Pastel. Signed with Initials CLM in Lower Corner. Frame has Makers Mark on the Back dated 1961 Dimensions. 28 W ; 0.50 D ; 23 H
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood

1930s Aaron Sopher New Yorker Original Art Ladies Shopping Ink Wash Watercolor
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Aaaron Sopher, Ink Wash, City Ladies Shopping. Exact date unknown. Frame W 11.75 x H 16.25 in Image W 5 x H 8.75 in Aaron Sopher (1905–1972) was an Ame...
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1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Signed Male Nude Portrait Study Double Sided.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Nude Portrait Study of a Man. Appears to be Pastel or Charcoal on Paper. Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Wear and Tear Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 26 W ; 20 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Carlo of Hollywood "Jazz Band" Watercolor Painting
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Very rare Carlo of Hollywood Mid-Century watercolor painting featuring a full jazz band with an array of musical instruments and scrolling music notes. The painting comes in the orig...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Signed Male Nude Portrait Study
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Nude Portrait Study of a Man. Appears to be Pastel or Charcoal on Paper. Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Wear and Condition Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 26 W ; 1/8 D ; 20 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Rodolfo Nieto, Three Wise Men, Mexican Ink on Paper Drawing
Located in Mexico City, MX
A fine ink on paper drawing depicting the three wise men by Mexican artist Rodolfo Nieto, circa 1970. The drawing has a wood frame and beige passe-partout. Signed on bottom right....
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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Signed and Framed Artwork of Garden Flowers.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Artwork on paper within Gold Toned Frame. Possibly Pencil and WaterColor. Signed on a Leaf at the Bottom as Pictured.Frame has Board Backing. Vintage Condition Consistent wit...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Vintage Signed Japanese Artwork on Paper Original.
Located in Seattle, WA
Makers Mark in Lower Corner. Possibly Ink Drawing on Paper. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 19 W ; 26 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Signed Abstract Ink Drawing of Horse Race.
Located in Seattle, WA
Print is Signed on the Bottom Right Corner as Pictured. Paper Backing. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 25 1/2 W ; 14 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Figurative Etching by Ann Marie Persov, 1960
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Figurative Etching by Ann Marie Persov, 1960. Framed in original floating glass frame, this beautiful figurative aquatint etching is a great size for any intimate space. Ms. Persov...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Mid century vintage charcoal on paper female nude study.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a Vintage Mid century charcoal on paper female nude study. This nude study is presented in a mid century hand carved gold frame with a cream colored linen Mat board. The fema...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Richard Diebenkorn "Tri-Color" Etching, 1981
Located in New York, NY
Richard Diebenkorn (American, 1922-1993) "Tri-Color" drypoint etching in colors, numbered in pencil edition 16/35 lower left, pencil signed and dated lower right, housed under Plexig...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Giltwood, Paper

Enigmatic Monochrome Black and White Ink Drawing
Located in Pasadena, CA
Original monochrome drawing from 1963 to be approached as a walk into a mental landscape. The painter's signature does not allow us to identify him. There is in this work a non-figur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Original Figurative Watercolor by Anne Marie Persov, 1964
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Original Figurative Watercolor by Anne Marie Persov, 1964. Original figurative watercolor by Laguna Beach Artist Anne Marie Persov, 1964. Acquired from the artists private collecti...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Original Wood Framed and Signed Deer and Tree Artwork
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Matted and Framed Artwork , possibly Pencil on Paper. Signed in the Lower Corner as Pictured. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 15 W ; 1/2 D ; 18 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood

Set of Three Architectural Drawings by Carl G. Bergsten, c.1930
Located in New York, NY
Set of three architectural furniture drawings by the Sweedish arquitect Carl G. Bergsten. Circa 1930. Pencil on paper. Dimenssions: WITH FRAME Motto Gesundheit: W 31.5" x H 23.75" ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Abstract Nude Portrait Woman Possibly Pastel on Paper.
Located in Seattle, WA
Nude portrait of a woman. Appears to be Pastel on Paper. Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Wear and Tear Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 23 W ; 1/8 D ; 17 1/2 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Drawing on Paper, Study of a Nude Man, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Drawing on paper, Study of a Nude Man, 20th Century. Drawing, pencil on paper, study of a nude man, lying down, unsigned, 20th century.     h: 51cm , w: 50cm, d: 0,2cm
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Nude Male Portrait on Paper
Located in Seattle, WA
Portrait Possibly Pastel and Pencil on Paper. Signed J.P. Gaston as Pictured. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 17 1/2 W ; 1/8 D ; 23 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Jankel Adler Erotic Work on Paper of a Couple on a Bench - Graphite and Gouache
Located in London, GB
As an artist Jankel Adler personified the European avant-garde in Britain in the 1940s, becoming a central figure in the art worlds of Glasgow and then London. Though born in Poland,...
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1940s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage (1978) Pencil Sketch Art of Cat, 11 X 14 Framed , signed
Located in Clermont, FL
Original midcentury sketch art, signed by artist.
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Silver

Italian technical design school of mechanics and machine "G. Colombo" by SIAM
Located in Milan, IT
Italian Technical design school of mechanics and machine design by G.colombo Drawing created by the arts and crafts encouragement society (SIAM), founded in 1838. This specifically c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Wade Reynolds Portrait Drawing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drawing by American artist Wade Reynolds. Known mostly for his figure paintings and drawings, this piece falls right in line with his style. The portrait of a man on paper with penci...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Crayon

Vintage Abstract Nude Portrait Woman. Possibly Pastel on Paper.
Located in Seattle, WA
Nude Portrait of a Woman. Blue Background, Appears to be Pastel on Paper. Signed by Jp Gaston. Wear Condition Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 17 1/2 W ; 1/2 D ; 23 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Wooden Frame Abstract Nature Drawing.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Wooden Frame Abstract Nature Drawing. Moose in Lake Drawing. Possibly Pastel. Dimensions. 26 1/2 W ; 1/2 D ; 21 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood

Mid-Century Sheldon Shelly Fink Etching on Paper Titled Paper Crown, circa 1966
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Sheldon Shelly Fink Etching on Paper Titled Paper Crown, Mid-Century Art Etching on paper, signed, numbered and titled in pencil. Artists proof circa 1966. This particular piece has been framed in a wood frame with gold highlights. Wonderful addition for any collector of Sheldon Fink...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Vintage Abstract Nude Woman Figure Drawing on Board
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Abstract Nude Woman Figure Drawing on Board Possibly Pastel Retro broad strokes unique unsigned artwork handmade Dimensions. 18 W ; 0.25 D ; 24 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Softwood

Vintage Abstract Figure Drawing on Paper.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Abstract Figure Drawing on Paper with Plastic Covering Possibly Charcoal or Pastel Dimensions. 16 W ; 1/4 D ; 20 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Åke Holm, Biblical Theme, Linocut, 1970s, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Åke Holm, Bible motif, 1970s Linocut Number 127/250 The work is signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil) Work dimensions 41/29 Framed work Åke Holm (1900-1980) was an...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Åke Holm, Biblical Theme, Linocut, 1970s, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Åke Holm, Bible motif, 1970s Linocut Work signed by the artist (pencil) Work dimensions 32/42 Framed work Åke Holm (1900-1980) was an artist and ceramicist living in Hoganas, Sweden...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Nostalgic Charm: Original 1970 Interior Drawing - Barcelona Project
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Step into a world of nostalgia with this original drawing for a Barcelona interior project, attributed to Sr. Romra, circa 1970. Encased in a wood frame, this piece embodies a slice ...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Chalk Drawing of US Army In Action on an Armored Vehicle in Europe in WWII
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An interesting piece of World War II Militaria consisting of a chalk sketch or drawing of three US Military personnel in combat with guns in hand riding on what appears to be a 1943...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Original Pastel Drawing "Le Pont de Passes Grilles" by George Wharton Edwards
Located in San Diego, CA
Original pastel and graphite drawing "Le Pont de Passes Grilles" by George Wharton Edwards, circa early 1900s. The drawing is in good antique co...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Crayon

Åke Holm, Biblical Theme, Linocut, 1970s, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Åke Holm, Bible motif, 1970s Linocut Number 13/200 The work is signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil) Work dimensions 27/34 Framed work Åke Holm (1900-1980) was an ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Åke Holm, Biblical Theme, Linocut, 1970s, Framed
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Åke Holm, Bible motif, 1970s Linocut Number 164/200 The work is signed by the artist and individually numbered (pencil) Work dimensions 27/34 Framed work Åke Holm (1900-1980) was an...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

1950s German Original Ink Line Winter Coalmining Drawing - Henry J. Latham
Located in London, GB
An original 1950s ink line-drawing signed by artist Henry J Latham whom I've been unable to find any information on. I am therefore having to make some assum...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Paper

1955 Tropical "Private Lodge & Lounge" Architectural Prepared by Rucker Fuller
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1955 "Private Lodge & Lounge" hand drawn Architectural artwork Rendering prepared by Rucker Fuller by artist Tom Greene for Mrs. Green Bach in Atherton, California. The room...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Gio Ponti, original drawing for Knoll, prototype armchair, autenthicated
Located in Milano, IT
In 1964, Giò Ponti was approached by furniture company Knoll International and asked to present some ideas for chairs and armchairs. The result of the collaboration was a big dining ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Josef Brauner Bauhaus Collage Black and White Rationalist Mixed Media, 1927
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This captivating Bauhaus collage, created by Josef Brauner, showcases the artist's innovative approach to mixed media art. Crafted in Berlin, Germany, circa 1927, this artwork remain...
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1920s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Picasso Draw for Orotava Restaurant Christmas Greeting, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pablo Picasso christmas greeting drawing lithography for restaurant Orotava restaurant in Barcelona. Manufactured in Spain, circa 1950. In good original condition, with consist...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper

Homage to Picasso, Group of 4 Pater Max Lithographs
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These lithographs are from the series entitled, "Homage to Picasso" by Peter Max. The collection entails 4 etchings of nude scenes on woven paper. They are in a 1" custom frame and e...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Drawings

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Paper, Glass, Wood

Mid-century Modern drawings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern drawings 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 drawings created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern drawings made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original drawings, popular names associated with this style include Dora Maar, Salvatore Grippi, Luciano Mattioli, and Professor Fritz Klee. 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. Prices for drawings differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $74,325 while the average work can sell for $978.

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