Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

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

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Textured macrame wall hanging, wool, Spain, Circa 1970s

$5,443

Textured macrame wall hanging, wool, Spain, Circa 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Exquisite macramé wall tapestry, handcrafted in Spain during the 1970s, featuring a large format. This unique piece combines diverse textures and materials, with each rope and thread...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Pablo Picasso Signed Mid-Century Etching Print Pour Roby (L’Age de Soleil), 1968

$995

Pablo Picasso Signed Mid-Century Etching Print Pour Roby (L’Age de Soleil), 1968

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Studio City, CA

A fantastic original etching by famed Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Pour Roby" (from L’Age de Soleil). This minimalistic portrait by Picasso features thin lines that outline a...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper

Helen Webber Handwoven Lioness Tapestry, Edition 2/25, 1970s

$2,495

Helen Webber Handwoven Lioness Tapestry, Edition 2/25, 1970s

By Helen Webber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handwoven and appliquéd textile tapestry by American fiber artist Helen Webber, numbered 2 from an edition of 25. The work depicts an abstracted lioness centered within a vertically ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Natural Fiber

Unsigned Framed Photography, circa 1960

$514

Unsigned Framed Photography, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Unsigned black and white photography. Framed. Made by unknown artist in Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservi...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Wall Shelving, Teak, Royal System, Denmark

$1,550

Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Wall Shelving, Teak, Royal System, Denmark

By Poul Cadovius, Royal System

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Poul Cadovius designed this exceptional wall-mounted shelving system for Royal System in Denmark during the 1960s. The unit features two sections with teak shelves supported by black...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal, Enamel

Very Beautiful Vintage Aubusson Tapestry with Herve Lelong design

$5,383

Very Beautiful Vintage Aubusson Tapestry with Herve Lelong design

By Hervé Lelong

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Introducing a Stunning Mid Century Aubusson Tapestry from Tunisia! We're delighted to present this exquisite Aubusson tapestry, meticulously crafted in Tunisia. This masterpiece fea...

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Mid-20th Century Tunisian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Cotton

Mid-Century Oak & Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack w/ Hat Shelf & Black Enamel Hooks

$525

Mid-Century Oak & Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack w/ Hat Shelf & Black Enamel Hooks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall-mounted coat rack from the Mid-Century era combines white oak with functional black enameled metal hooks. The design features a practical upper hat shelf supported by vertical m...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal, Enamel

Mid-20th Century Small Modern British Abstract Oil Painting

$1,175

Mid-20th Century Small Modern British Abstract Oil Painting

By Georges Braque

Located in London, GB

Small British Modern school abstract painting on board. Oil on canvas, laid on mahogany. Unsigned.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Paint

3 Floating Shelves with 3 Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accents, Sereno by Nono

$9,147 / item

3 Floating Shelves with 3 Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accents, Sereno by Nono

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Set of Three Floating Shelves with Three Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accents, Sereno by Joel Escalona — What happens when the practical becomes art? What happens when ornamentation ga...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Large Vintage Brass and Copper Sun Sculpture by Sergio Bustamante

$3,499

Large Vintage Brass and Copper Sun Sculpture by Sergio Bustamante

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a large mixed metal wall sculpture of the sun attributed to Sergio Bustamante. The brass and copper elements have a lovely patina. It measures approximately 41" in diameter...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass, Copper

Patrick Nagel Pin Up Art Poster, 1990s, Minimalist Style

$970

Patrick Nagel Pin Up Art Poster, 1990s, Minimalist Style

By Patrick Nagel

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Stunning original graphic poster by the legendary Patrick Nagel, showcasing his signature minimalist style that defined the aesthetic of the 1980s. Featuring a bold pink backgr...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Le Corbusier Wool Tapestry, Mid-Century Modern, Italy

$9,414 / item

Le Corbusier Wool Tapestry, Mid-Century Modern, Italy

By Le Corbusier

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Le Corbusier Tapis La Main Ouverte For Cassina Inspired by Le Poème de l’Angle Droit, the art book published in only 250 exemplars that contains the vision of Le Corbusier on archit...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Californian Modernist "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere

$2,250

Californian Modernist "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere

By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Californian Modernist "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere Materials Polished & Burnished Chrome Metal Disks This Californian Modernist “Raindrop” chrome sculpture by Curt...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal, Chrome

Märta Måås Fjetterström, pre-1942 Large Juniblommor Wall Hanging, Signed, 2.5m L

$19,881

Märta Måås Fjetterström, pre-1942 Large Juniblommor Wall Hanging, Signed, 2.5m L

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström

Located in London, Fitzrovia

Märta Måås-Fjetterström 1873–1941. This is an important early Large Juniblommor wall hanging / rug/ hand woven tapestry, created in 1928, executed between 1928 and 1942, hand-woven ...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Patrick Nagel 'The Book' Art Poster, 1985, Signed, Rare Vintage Print

$736Sale Price|20% Off

Patrick Nagel 'The Book' Art Poster, 1985, Signed, Rare Vintage Print

By Patrick Nagel

Located in Milano, IT

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Framed Butterflies Artwork, Mid-Century Modern, Spain, Circa 1960

$669

Framed Butterflies Artwork, Mid-Century Modern, Spain, Circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Framed artwork made of butterflies. Made by unknown artist in Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiul patina...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase

$12,000

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, bookcase or wall unit, model 'E22', lacquered steel, lacquered aluminum, wood, glass, Italy, design 1957. This sleek, wall-mounted shelving unit, crafted ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum, Steel

Danish Mid-Century Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack with Shelf, 1960s

$585

Danish Mid-Century Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack with Shelf, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall mount coat rack from Denmark showcases the clean lines and functional beauty of Mid-Century Scandinavian design. Crafted in warm teak, the piece features thoughtful dual-level c...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Teak

Abstract Mid Century Oil Pastel Painting, Danish Artist, Patinated Wood Frame

$1,580

Abstract Mid Century Oil Pastel Painting, Danish Artist, Patinated Wood Frame

Located in Odense, DK

This abstract oil work is an original piece by an unknown Danish artist. The painting is executed in a dark, atmospheric palette, where deep tones and contrasting hues create a sense...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Pine

Vintage Arne Jacobsen Stainless Steel Teaset. Denmark, 1960's

$760Sale Price / set|20% Off

Vintage Arne Jacobsen Stainless Steel Teaset. Denmark, 1960's

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Very smart tea and coffee set on a tray Made by Shelton,Denmark. Designed by Arne Jacobsen Makers marks on the base of most of the pieces. Printed label on the base of the tray F...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Majolica Aqua Oyster Plate Vallauris

$280

Mid-Century Majolica Aqua Oyster Plate Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

Mid-Century Ceramic Aqua Oyster Plate Vallauris circa 1950. 9 colors available. pink,navy blue,yellow,orange,green,purple,black,aqua,red.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

1979 Hutschenreuther Wall Plate by Ole Winther Zodiac Decor, Ltd. Edition

$113Sale Price|30% Off

1979 Hutschenreuther Wall Plate by Ole Winther Zodiac Decor, Ltd. Edition

By Ole Winther, Hutschenreuther

Located in Andernach, DE

A wonderful square shaped wall plate from 1979. Original by Hutschenreuther, the design: Ole Winther, with signature on the front & back. Porcelain, limited edition of 3000 plates o...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Porcelain

Mid-Century Desso Style Wall Tapestry, Hand-Tufted Wool, Earth Tones, 1986

$650

Mid-Century Desso Style Wall Tapestry, Hand-Tufted Wool, Earth Tones, 1986

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand-tufted Dutch Desso style wall tapestry presents abstract organic forms in a rich earth-tone palette of chocolate brown, rust, cream, and warm tans. The textile employs a multi-l...

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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Natural Fiber

Artist Plate No. 7 by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Mid-Century, 1970s Germany

$205Sale Price|30% Off

Artist Plate No. 7 by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Mid-Century, 1970s Germany

By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad

Located in Andernach, DE

''Auch die Schatten kommen von der Sonne'' (''Also the shadows are made by the sun'') – is the No. 7 of the ''Artists-Plates'' from the Studio-Line by Rosenthal. With a limited edi...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Porcelain

Vintage mid century maritime oil painting with sailboats at the marina

$600

Vintage mid century maritime oil painting with sailboats at the marina

Located in Ebberup, DK

Original early mid century maritime Scandinavian oil on canvas painting of a habour scenery with sailboats and a few people. The everyday atmosphere at the harbour, casually dresse...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

Midcentury Signed French Minimal Wallhanging Colorfull Stiched Graphical Shaped

$2,392

Midcentury Signed French Minimal Wallhanging Colorfull Stiched Graphical Shaped

Located in Rümmingen, BW

This striking abstract wall hanging is a beautifully composed textile artwork, likely originating from France in the mid-20th century. Crafted from natural woven fabric (Burlap), the...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric, Burlap, Bamboo

Vintage Cubist-Inspired Tapestry by Robert Goodnough, USA, circa 1980

$18,000

Vintage Cubist-Inspired Tapestry by Robert Goodnough, USA, circa 1980

By Robert Goodnough

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Cubist-Inspired Tapestry by Robert Goodnough, USA, circa 1970s Vibrant tapestry by American artist Robert Goodnough (1917-2010), known for his exploration of Cubist-inspire...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

1970's Reichel Skansen Wall Tapestry

$346Sale Price|30% Off

1970's Reichel Skansen Wall Tapestry

By Reichel

Located in Bern, CH

Beautiful 1970's Reichel Skansen Wall Tapestry with abstract design. Nice example of a Mid Century wall decoration / rug. Yellow, ochre, rust, brown & mustard colourways. Measurement...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Wood

Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark

$580

Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original antique oil on canvas landscape painting estimated to be from the 1920s. The painting is signed by the artist in the lower left corner and framed in a gold paint...

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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

Large Abstract Painting by California Artist Robert Lawson C. 1960s

$2,495

Large Abstract Painting by California Artist Robert Lawson C. 1960s

By Robert Lawson

Located in Peabody, MA

A large scale vintage abstract on canvas by the noted California artist Robert Lawson, circa 1960s.

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

Pair Metal Swallow Wall Animal Sculptures, Signed, 1970s

$574 / set

Pair Metal Swallow Wall Animal Sculptures, Signed, 1970s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Pair of wall sculptures crafted from metal, designed in the shape of swallows in flight. The surface presents a patinated shiny metallic finish. Each piece is signed by the artist on...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Metal

Siegfried Doege, Tapestry, Sphinx with Flowers, Germany

$1,076

Siegfried Doege, Tapestry, Sphinx with Flowers, Germany

By S. Doege

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful woven Pop Art tapestry designed by Siegfried Doege, Germany a 1970s modernist German artist. This high-quality rare tapestry are considered examples of 1970s Pop Art inter...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Porcelain Fish Wall Plate from Porsgrund, Norway, 1960s

$587

Mid-Century Porcelain Fish Wall Plate from Porsgrund, Norway, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Porcelain Fish Wall Plate from Porsgrund, Norway, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Mater...

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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Danish Mid-Century Stoneware Wall Plaque by Noomi Backhausen for Soholm Pottery

$831

Danish Mid-Century Stoneware Wall Plaque by Noomi Backhausen for Soholm Pottery

By Noomi Backhausen, Soholm Pottery

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Stunning and a bit of a brutalist wall plaque. Signed at the front by the designer and at the back stamped with a number and factory name.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Stoneware

Rare Unica Collection Dishes Gio Ponti Franco Pozzi 1960 27 Pieces Multicolor

$21,533 / set

Rare Unica Collection Dishes Gio Ponti Franco Pozzi 1960 27 Pieces Multicolor

By Gio Ponti

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Very rare collection of 27 pieces produced by Franco Pozzi Ceramiche based on a design by Gio Ponti.

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Fossil Bonefish Fish Copper Wall Decoration Wall Panel Picture Vintage, 1970s

$460

Fossil Bonefish Fish Copper Wall Decoration Wall Panel Picture Vintage, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful, vintage copper Bone Fish themed wall decor picture. It would make a beautiful ornament at your wall. Vibrant colors and excellent craftsmanship. Also a great wall hangin...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Copper

Mid-century Gabbrielli Signed Brutalist Wall Sculpture - 65"w x 36"h

$2,250

Mid-century Gabbrielli Signed Brutalist Wall Sculpture - 65"w x 36"h

By Curtis Jeré, Silas Seandel

Located in Chicago, IL

Impressive wall sculpture by Gabrielli, a Canadian metal sculptor in the style of Silas Seandel and Curtis Jere’. 3”x 3” (approximately) metal squares braised onto iron stems. Multi ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s

$992

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan and bamboo. This stylish organic shelf was designed by Franco Albini in Italy during the 1960s. In amazing conditions and with a cha...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Mid-Century Isreal Abramofsky Abstract Oil on Canvas

$950

Mid-Century Isreal Abramofsky Abstract Oil on Canvas

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Abstract Oil Painting featuring heavily applied paint with a nice, raised texture, by Isreal Abramofsky, Russian 1888-1975, Toledo, Ohio Artist. Abramofsky was a Russian born artist...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood, Paint

Six Asymetric Wall Hooks by Hertha Baller Austria, 1950s

$119 / item

Six Asymetric Wall Hooks by Hertha Baller Austria, 1950s

By Herta Baller

Located in Wien, AT

Six Asymetric Wall Hooks by Hertha Baller Austria, 1950s Original condition Price and selling per piece.

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass

Vintage Japanese Soroban Abacus, Handmade Wood, Mid-Century Modern

$1,184

Vintage Japanese Soroban Abacus, Handmade Wood, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Barcelona, ES

This exquisite handmade Japanese abacus, crafted circa 1940, is a stunning representation of traditional craftsmanship from the early 20th century. Known as a "soroban" in Japan, thi...

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1940s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark

$352

Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark

By Marianne Starck

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Amazing ceramic tile ‘Birds’ in reliëf by Marianne Starck. Beautiful art of work and in very good condition. I have also a 40cm piece for sale.

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Maurice André Large Colored Wall Tapestry for Robert Four Edition

$4,067

Maurice André Large Colored Wall Tapestry for Robert Four Edition

By Maurice André

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Maurice André - Robert Four edition Large wool wall tapestry by Maruice André Realised circa 1960 by Robert Four Studio Original perfect condition Original perfect colors...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Tapestry

Large Mid-Century Modern Abstract Free Form Nudes Kilim Tapestry Wall Art Rug

$2,495

Large Mid-Century Modern Abstract Free Form Nudes Kilim Tapestry Wall Art Rug

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a hand woven mid-century modern abstract tapestry or rug. It depicts free form nudes in the manner of early cubism. It has great colors in rich wools. Both sides are usable. ...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Diaz Costa Ceramic Hand Painted Artwork, circa 1960

$3,349

Diaz Costa Ceramic Hand Painted Artwork, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Ceramic hand painted artwork of two fishes by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960. Framed. Signed. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving ...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Carved Redwood Architectural Panel by Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman for Panelcarve

$2,750

Carved Redwood Architectural Panel by Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman for Panelcarve

By Evelyn & Jerome Ackerman

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

The radiating sun motif reflects the optimism and indoor–outdoor living ideals central to California mid-century architecture. Solar imagery became a defining decorative element in t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Walter Bosse Mermaid and Fish Wall Sculpture by Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s

$550

Walter Bosse Mermaid and Fish Wall Sculpture by Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s

By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller

Located in Vienna, AT

A lovely Mid-Century wall-mounted brass sculpture, displaying a mermaid and a fish on a frame, made of black-finished brass. Designed by Walter Bosse, manufactured in the 1950s by He...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass

Wool Wall Tapestry by Eva Németh, Hungary, 1960s Modernist

$1,750

Wool Wall Tapestry by Eva Németh, Hungary, 1960s Modernist

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a very striking handwoven wool wall tapestry by Hungarian textile artist Eva Németh, executed in the 1960s. The vertically structured composition features stylized female fig...

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Vito Luis Ruggeri Floral Still Life Original Framed Painting Oil on Canvas

$325

Vito Luis Ruggeri Floral Still Life Original Framed Painting Oil on Canvas

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage original still life oil on canvas painting features a bouquet of flowers in vase. Dark, almost monochromatic background emphasizes the bright, rich, vibrant colors of the flo...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Scandinavian Mid-Century Stoneware Wall Plaque with Fish by Tilgmans Pottery

$352

Scandinavian Mid-Century Stoneware Wall Plaque with Fish by Tilgmans Pottery

By Tilgmans Keramik

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Nice stoneware wall plaque relief of a fish and a snail in bright colors by Tilgmans Pottery Sweden. At the front there are the initials of the maker dp which stands for Danny Petru...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Modern Colorful Wool Tapestry, Spain, Circa 1970

$1,674

Mid Century Modern Colorful Wool Tapestry, Spain, Circa 1970

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid Century Modern Colorful Tapestry, circa 1970 By unknown Artist In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...

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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Vintage Silver relief picture collection Alliani, Italy, 1970s

$437

Vintage Silver relief picture collection Alliani, Italy, 1970s

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Vintage Silver relief picture "Trieste - San Giusto", collection Alliani made in Italy in the 1970s. Sterling Silver 925 and gold. Sculpture relief picture has certification of authe...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Gold, Silver

British 1970s Abstract Gouache on Paper, Mid-Century Modern, Framed

$1,520

British 1970s Abstract Gouache on Paper, Mid-Century Modern, Framed

By Joan Miró

Located in London, GB

Fabulous 1970’s abstract gouache on artist paper. Reframed and underglaze.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood, Paper

Large Scale Curtis Jere Music Notes Wall Sculpture

$1,350

Large Scale Curtis Jere Music Notes Wall Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré

Located in New York, NY

Large Scale Curtis Jere music notes wall sculpture. Very nice vintage condition. Circa 1991. Hung above the fireplace in the living room of the HBO Sh...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Steel

Mid century Albert Elmstedt (1895-1976) vintage abstract print

$340

Mid century Albert Elmstedt (1895-1976) vintage abstract print

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original vintage print in colour by Danish artist Albert Elmstedt (1895-1976). It is made on paper in the colors blue and red with yellowish background. It is signed and d...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper

Ceramic Fish Shaped Snack Cocktail Serving Tray / Wall Decoration, 1950s

$1,236Sale Price|20% Off

Ceramic Fish Shaped Snack Cocktail Serving Tray / Wall Decoration, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large glazed ceramic amber and black fish platter / wall plate, Spain, 1950s. The perfect serving piece for entertainment or party with four compartments. It can be hung on the wall ...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

French Mid Century Tapestry Rooster Signed Balisier Modern Art 40" x 20"

$550

French Mid Century Tapestry Rooster Signed Balisier Modern Art 40" x 20"

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid century rooster tapestry, France, circa 1960s. Signed Balisier.

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Fabric, Tapestry

Huge Vintage Industrial Aluminum Neon TOYS "R" US Marquee Letter U Sign

$1,462Sale Price / item|24% Off

Huge Vintage Industrial Aluminum Neon TOYS "R" US Marquee Letter U Sign

Located in Lafayette, IN

Wonderful vintage neon letter "U" from a 1980's Toys "R" Us marquee. Letter feature a semi-polished, raw aluminum structure, white neon bulb, external powe...

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1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Oak Barrel Wall Hanging Bar Cabinet with A Collection of 11 Glasses

$1,195 / set

Mid-Century Oak Barrel Wall Hanging Bar Cabinet with A Collection of 11 Glasses

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid-Century Oak Barrel Wall Hanging Liquor Bar with a Collection of 11 mostly Gold Banded Glasses. Measures 16.25" in width closed, 39" in width open and 20.5" in height.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass

Wall Mounted Secretary Desk Cabinet by Charles Webb, Circa 1970s

$2,295

Wall Mounted Secretary Desk Cabinet by Charles Webb, Circa 1970s

By Charles Webb

Located in Peabody, MA

A wall mounted secretary desk, commissioned from the Cambridge, MA maker Charles Webb in the late 1970s. Fashioned in a glowing maple, it features a drop down writing surface support...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Maple

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