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

Californian Modernist "Raindrop" Chrome Sculpture by Curtis Jere

By Curtis Jeré, Artisan House

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

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

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Wool

1970s Original Gorgeous Rare Patrick Nagel "Swimmers" Lithograph.

By Patrick Nagel

Located in Milano, IT

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

French 1970’s constructivist style painting featuring stylised bird.

By Pablo Picasso

Located in London, GB

French 1970’s constructivist style oil on canvas painting with stylised bird. Framed and underglaze.

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

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Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

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

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Pine

French Riviera Style Shelf in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Roma, IT

Delightful Mid-Century French Riviera–style wall shelf entirely made of bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker. This stunning organic piece was likely designed in Italy during the 197...

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

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

American Vintage Metal Wall Mirror Sculpture Raindrops by Curtis Jere ca' 1970

By Curtis Jeré

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A silver-chrome, vintage Mid-Century Modern American wall mirror, composed of polished circular metal discs and spheres. Designed by Curtis Jere, ca' 1970, United States. A mirror o...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Steel

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

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

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Wool

French Mid-Century Pink Majolica Daisy Plate Maunier Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

French Mid-Century Pink Daisy Plate signed Maunier Vallauris. 8 inches diameter.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience

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

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

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Wool

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

By Hutschenreuther, Ole Winther

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

Luis Montiel Handwoven Mexican Modern Folk Art Bird Tapestry

By Luis Montiel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Manufacturer Mali Mai Period Style Mexican Modern This vibrant mid-century Mexican folk art tapestry by Luis Montiel, produced through the Mali Mai work...

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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

American Antique Burnt Wood Folk Art Pyrography Match Stick House, mid century

Located in South Burlington, VT

This is a wonderful likely one of a kind hand crafted and hand burned folk art "Match Stick" house or cottage that dates back to the 1940's. It is an imaginatively conceived hand ...

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

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Wood, Fabric

French Metal Wall Shelf "Clé de Sol" by Mathieu Matégot, 1955

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Paris, FR

20th century French vintage collectible wall shelf in black-lacquered steel tube and perforated sheet (rigitulle), designed by Mathieu Matégot in the mid-1950s. The sinuous, treble-c...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Ezio Martinelli Figural Study Drawing 103.5" x 65.75" Mid Century Modern Art

By Ezio Martinelli

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large scale mid century figural drawing by Ezio Martinelli (American, 1913-1980). It has been professionally framed in a clean lined black lacquer wood gallery frame under UV resista...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper, Plexiglass

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

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Ceramic

Ezio Martinelli Figural Painting 43.5" x 30.5" Mid Century Modern Art

By Ezio Martinelli

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid century figural painting on paper by Ezio Martinelli (American, 1913-1980). It has been professionally framed in a clean lined black lacquer wood gallery frame under UV resistant...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper, Plexiglass

Ezio Martinelli Figural Study Drawing 39.5" x 27.5" Mid Century Modern Art

By Ezio Martinelli

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid century figural study drawing by Ezio Martinelli (American, 1913-1980). Signed and dated 1967. It has been professionally framed in a clean lined black lacquer wood gallery frame...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper, Plexiglass

Framed Red Paper Composition Artwork, Mid-Century Modern, Signed

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Sandro Contemporary Artwork Red Paper Composition Framed Signed by the artist on the back. In original condition

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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

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

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Wool

Alexander Calder "Merging Curves" Unsigned Abstract Color Lithograph

By Alexander Calder

Located in Skokie, IL

Alexander Calder "Merging Curves" Unsigned Abstract Color Lithograph "Merging Curves" is an abstract color lithograph by American artist and sculptor Alexander Calder (1898-1976). ...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Small Mid-Century Modern Sumak Kilim, Poland in Warm Earthy Colours, Orchard

Located in Andernach, DE

Vintage hand crafted wool Sumak Kilim, Poland. Beautifully designed and executed country scene ''Full orchard, Zychowiez Gorka'' The mid-century Kilim is held in warm and earthy tone...

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

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Wool

C. Jere Modern Brutalist Brass Copper Wall Art Bicycle Race Sculpture Raymor 60”

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an amazing and large wall sculpture by Curtis Jere. The C.Jere company was called Artisan Hpus3, and it was founded in 1963 in California. At some point, Raymor distributed t...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass, Copper

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

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Maple

Vintage Psychedelic Poster "American Flower", San Fransisco, 1968

By Victor Moscoso, Rick Griffin, Peter Max

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Psychedelic Poster "American Flower" San Fransisco, 1968 Printed by Orbit Graphic Arts Celestial Art, #17 1345 Howard Street, San...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

"Blond Nude in Blue Room", Mid Century Painting with Male Nude

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sensitively and beautifully painted, this portrait of a young man, blond-haired, ruddy-complexioned and nude, was painted in the 1950s by Vito Tomasello. The subject is looking down...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

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

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Copper

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

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Wool

Antique Print 'The Hunter’s Awakening', Germany late 19th century

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Antique Print 'The Hunter’s Awakening', Germany late 19th century This piece is a color lithograph titled 'The Hunter’s Awakening' from the 19th century. It’s a satirical artwork in...

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Mid-19th Century German Antique Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood

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

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

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

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Canvas, Wood

Italian Mid Century Modern Tapestry circa 1960s

Located in Atlanta, GA

Italian Mid Century Modern Tapestry, Italy, circa 1960s. Abstract architectural design.

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric, Textile

Large Verner Panton Vintage Wave Textile Mira-X 67"x79" Section Panel

By Mira-X, Verner Panton

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Large Verner Panton Vintage Wave Textile Mira-X 67"x79" Section Panel Powerful original textile panel designed by Verner Panton during 1969-1971. 100% cotton material, Mira-X Collec...

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

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Fabric, Cotton

20th Century French Modern Abstract Vintage Oil Painting by Christiane Bastide

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A light-blue, red vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract oil on canvas painting of a color composition, painted by Christiane Bastide in good condition. Singed on the lower right...

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

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Canvas, Wood

ART SALE 80s Brutalist Curtis Jere Iconic World Globe Metal Wall Art Sculpture

By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Majestic and iconic, Curtis Jere, brutalist, torch-cut, brass, double hemisphere, wall sculpture of the world The continents, mounted upon a convex grid, are detailed with ab...

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

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Brass

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

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Paint

Mid Century Wall Tapestry with Birds, Animals and Foliage Belgium 1960s

Located in Meer, VAN

Mid Century Wall Tapestry with Birds, Animals and Foliage Belgium 1960s A wonderful mid century Belgian wall tapestry with birds. Great colors and design, with wonderful detailed de...

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

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Fabric

Ceramic Traditional Hand Painted Plate by Catalan Artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Ceramic hand painted plate artwork by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Rare Konrad Galaaen Colorful Mid-Century Ceramic Tile Abstract Wall Sculpture

By Konrad Galaaen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed and made by Konrad Galaaen, this series of sculptures was made in Norway. Made of many squares of varying sizes, they form an abstract shape with no definable pattern. Like ...

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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Wood

ART SALE Original David Hockney Nichols Canyon Exhibition Poster Denmark

By David Hockney

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Original oversized Hockney Lithograph Exhibition Poster of Nichols Canyon, in California Louisiana Museum of Art, Humlebæk, Denmark The lithograph was printed in Denmark, on high-...

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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Large Antique Chinese Fan Painted Entirely by Hand 1940 China Ducks Flower

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Large Antique Chinese fan Painted Entirely by Hand 1940 China Ducks Flower.

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1940s Chinese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper

Skira/ Picasso Print of Face in Blue, Ceramic Plate from "Céramiques De Picasso"

By Pablo Picasso, Vallauris, Albert Skira, (after) Pablo Picasso

Located in Stockholm, SE

An exquisite shiny polychrome print of Picasso Vallauris ceramic plate depicting face in blue. The color print is attached to a thick, high quality paper with decorative lines. The...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Pair, Mid-Century Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Street Scene Tiles in Gilt Frames

Located in Morristown, NJ

A vibrant pair of mid-century Italian hand-painted ceramic tiles depicting animated European street scenes, circa 1940s–1960s. Each square tile is executed in expressive impasto bru...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Glass, Giltwood, Paint

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

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Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

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

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Ceramic

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

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Butterfly Specimen Wall Display Shadow Box

Located in Praha, CZ

Mid-century collector’s wall display case featuring an original butterfly specimen arrangement. The piece is presented in a wooden frame with a glass front and original paper/cardboard backing, giving it a clean museum-like appearance and strong decorative impact. A perfect vintage natural history...

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1990s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

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

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Tapestry

Margo Farrin O'Connor Fiber Art Wall Hanging CIrca 1970s

By Margo Farrin O'Connor

Located in Peabody, MA

Fiber art wall hanging by California textile artist Margo Farrin O'Connor, circa 1970s. Margo and her husband William founded their jewelry making, meta...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Textile

Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1950

Located in Barcelona, ES

Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1930. Manufactured in France. Materials: Wood, polycarbonate Dimensions: D 1,5 cm x W 21,7 cm x H 31,7 cm The artwork is in its ...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood

Vintage Mid Century Abstract Painting On Canvas

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Beautiful bold vintage Mid-Century Abstract Painting on canvas. Wonderful colors and expression. True period piece with vibrant colors, textural brush marks framed nicely in thin bra...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

1990s Original Gorgeous Patrick Nagel "Open Jacket" Art Poster

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Stunning original graphic art poster "Open Jacket" by the legendary Patrick Nagel. This piece feautures his signature blend on sharp lines, bold contrast, sophisticated pop-min...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Ezio Martinelli Figural Study Drawing 39.5" x 27.5" Mid Century Modern Art

By Ezio Martinelli

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid century figural study drawing by Ezio Martinelli (American, 1913-1980). Signed and dated 1969. It has been professionally framed in a clean lined black lacquer wood gallery frame...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper, Plexiglass

TAKESHI KAWASHIMA - No. 68 - Mid Century Original Lithograph - Circa 1960's

By Takeshi Kawashima

Located in Chatham, ON

TAKESHI KAWASHIMA (Japanese/American b. 1930) - Untitled No. 68 - 75/80 - Mid Century original lithograph on paper - featuring a gridded pattern with semi abstract shapes - unframed ...

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

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Paint, Paper

French Green Majolica Oyster Octopus Plate Aetgina Vallauris, circa 1950

By Aegitna Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

French green Majolica oyster plate signed Aetgina Vallauris, circa 1950. With an octopus pattern.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

"Les Mille et Une Nuits" (The Thousand and One Nights) Lithograph Henri Matisse

By Henri Matisse

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous "Les Mille et Une Nuits" (The Thousand and One Nights) lithograph by Henri Matisse, circa 1974. Excellent abstract interpretation of the famed collection of Middle Eastern f...

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

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Metal

41" Curtis Jere Brutalist Starburst Pom Pom Mixed Metal Abstract Wall Sculpture

By Artisan House, Curtis Jeré, C. Jeré Artisan House

Located in Troy, MI

Large "Urchin" or "Pom Pom" starburst wall sculpture by Curtis Jere for Artisan House 1986 Three dimensional layered wire spray design in an ombre of mixed metal finishes from nicke...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal, Brass, Nickel

Marc Chagall Lithograph Large Scale 46x31 Impressive Gilt Frame Mid Century Art

By Marc Chagall

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large Scale Color Lithograph, designed to promote travel to Nice in the South of France, by Marc Chagall, and executed by the legendary printer Mourlot, France, circa 1950s. It has b...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Mid-century Modern wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall decorations 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 wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall decorations 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 wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include Curtis Jeré, Karl Blossfeldt, Herta Baller, and Josef Albers. 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 wall decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $16 and tops out at $406,322 while the average work can sell for $1,500.