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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

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

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

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

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

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Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938 Drama directed by William Dieterle, United States, 1938. Condition Assembled as an album with a taped ma...
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1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Mid Century Abstract Color Lithography signed and numbered, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Crafted during the vibrant 1970s, this Mid Century Abstract Color Lithography, signed and numbered, is a testament to the era's artistic dynamism. The lithograph bursts with bold col...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Cut Glass, Oak, Lacquer, Paper

Tauzin, Original Travel Poster, Berck Beach, Fishing, Hunting, Sailboat, 1905
By Louis Tauzin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Poster for the Chemins de Fer du Nord produced by Louis Tauzin in 1905 to promote tourism to Berck Plage (Pas-de-Calais) 3 hours from Paris. Artist: Louis Tauzin (1842-1915) Title: ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Large Designer Louis Vuitton French Art in Vintage Frame, 1960's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Gustavian Style Grey Painted Frame With Orange Louis Vuitton Print Artwork One-of-a-kind Louis Vuitton printed artwork framed with classic s...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Linen, Wood, Paper

Vintage Haitian Village Painting
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century Haitian oil on canvas of a village painted in hues of black, white, grey, and pale pink. Signed by the artist, bottom right, Nicolas Jose Perez and held in a wooden frame.
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Mid-20th Century Haitian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Wood

Framed Larousse Artwork, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Larousse Book Cover Framed from circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood

Alexander Calder Lithographs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Alexander Calder color lithographs, France, circa 1960s. We purchased a group of these color lithographs from the estate of a couple that lived in France from 1951-1983....
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Paper, Wood

Large Modernist Portrait
Located in Raleigh, NC
Massive modernist portrait art work in fantastic frame. The center of the painting depicts a figure in mostly gray with a white accent. The background features cool tones of varying ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Brass Wall Art by C. Jere
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern wall art, brass blacksmith scene, by C. Jere, features intricate sculpting with attractive patina. Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

James Rosenquist Vibrant Etching "Rouge Pad" 1978 (Signed and Numbered)
Located in New York, NY
"ROUGE PAD" (GLENN 134), an etching with aquatint, printed in colors, hand-signed in pencil, titled, and numbered in pencil 25/78 by James Rosenquist, American 1978 (Signed on front,...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Gold Leaf

Modern Expressionists Catalogue 1984 (Basquiat Haring)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern Expressionists Exhibition Catalogue 1984: Published on the occasion of Modern Expressionists: German, Italian and American Painters by Sidney Janis Gallery. Featuring works by...
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1980s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Erik Höglund, Unique Relief, Glass and Concrete, Steel Frame
Located in Stockholm, SE
A unique relief / wall plate in glass, concrete and steel frame. Made by Erik Höglund (1932-1998), Sweden. Not signed. Sweden, 1970s-1980s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Concrete, Steel

Wardrobe, Austria 1950
Located in Wien, AT
Wardrobe, Austria, 1950 original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass, Iron, Nickel

Wardrobe, Austria 1950
Wardrobe, Austria 1950
$525 Sale Price
51% Off
Frank Lloyd Wright American Architect of the Twentieth Century Book 1st Ed.1993
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Frank Lloyd Wright American Architect of the Twentieth century 1993. by Robin Langley Sommer. 1st Edition, hardcover book. Frank Lloyd Wright: American Architect for the Twentieth Century Hardcover book. Frank Lloyd Wright is recognized as a dominant figure in the history of modern architecture. His life and revolutionary work is described in this volume filled with more than 180 photographs illustrating 60 of his most-beloved buildings. An impressive, beautifully illustrated volume examines the creations of America's beloved architect, including interior furnishings, stunning private homes, and unique public buildings, with an introduction providing insight into his private life as well as his enduring work. Publisher ? : ? Smithmark Pub Language ? : ? English Item Weight ? : ? 3.6 pounds Dimensions ? : ? 11 x 0.75 x 14.75 inches. Recognized as a dominant figure in the history of modern architecture and the greatest design influenced in the United States during the first half of the twentieth century, Frank Lloyd Wright created, during his long and prolific career, a unique body of work that endures to this day. Beginning in 1889 with the design for his own house in Oak Park, Illinois, and continuing with hundreds of designs for residential, commercial, ecclesiastical, educational and civic structures, Wright's varied architecture is unified only by the underlying organized principles of change and innovation. Revolutionizing residential architecture with the disparate expressions of his simple creed, "out of the ground and into the light! Wright's houses feature a sense of unity and privacy, an a free flow of interior space. Wright sought synthesis in his projects by designing whenever possible, everything from furniture, art glass and lighting fixtures to table lines, carpets and carports. In his Prairies Houses, textile-block structures and Usonian houses, culminating in his masterpiece, Fallingwater, Wright experimented with forms, materials and technology in ever-evolving designs. Wright designed such ambitious commercial masterworks as the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, the S.C. Johnson and Son Administration Building and Research Tower, and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum-the alter for which he is perhaps best known. This volume pays tribute to the life and works of frank Lloyd Wright with more than 180 photographs illustrating 60 selected buildings, complemented by a descriptive and incisive text. Front cover: Fallinger, the Edgar J. Kaufmann, Sr. House (1935) in Mill Run, Pennsylvania. Photographer for The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. Back Cover: The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (1943-1956) in New York City Photo by Ezra Stroller...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Bold Organic Abstract Pattern Wall Hanging Tapestry or Floor Covering
Located in Ferndale, MI
This is a beautiful and striking wool tapestry is in fine condition . The graphic abstract organic images brought to life as a tapestry in the rich hues of Orange Yellow eggplant la...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Bette Davis by Al Hirschfeld
Located in Richmond, VA
Etching of Bette Davis by artist Al Hirschfeld (1903-2003) Hand signed and numbered 21 of 150. Etching was produced in very limited numbers in 1979. Custom framed in a silver wood f...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Vintage Wardrobe, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Vintage wardrobe, circa 1950s Brass and metal Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal, Brass

Set of 6 Vintage Fornasetti Calligraphy Bird black outline plates Milan
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Set of 6 vintage plates - black decal calligraphy in bird motif - Uccelli Calligrafica on Arzberg and Schonfeld blanks. Some rubbing off of pattern on plates as photographed Perfect ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Porcelain

Sara Skolnik 1960s 'Flight of Fancy' Abstract Expressionist Painting
Located in Garnerville, NY
Sara Skolnik's 'Flight of Fancy' oil paint on canvas is a visual symphony of line and color. Her use of five true primary colors ( Francois d'Aguilon's yellow, red, blue, white and b...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Paint

Roy Lichtenstein Hand & Foot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Roy Lichtenstein "Hand & Foot" Signed and numbered original Lithograph. 265/ 300, 1964. Iconic Image from one of the 1960's master of POP. Image area is 16.25 x20.75. Overall fra...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Andy Warhol's 'Flesh' Original Vintage Movie Poster, French, 1968
Located in Devon, GB
Conceived by Andy Warhol and young filmmaker Paul Morrissey while Warhol was recovering from gunshot wounds, 'Flesh' was the first of Warhol's experimental and avant-garde films to b...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Important 1944 Surrealist Oil on Canvas by Erle Loran
By Erle Loran
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Fresh to the market, this painting was purchased directly from Erle Loran (1905-1999) in his Berkeley Hills home in the mid-1990s. Loran's surrealist work from the mid-1940s is highl...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Four Asymmetric Modernist Brass Wall Hooks by Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Four asymmetrical modernist brass wall hooks by Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s original state Price and sale per piece.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Bergasse Mid-Century Modern Brass Tree of Life Large Wall Art Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bergasse Mid-Century Modern brass tree of life large wall art sculpture. Item features a signed to leaf, large impressive size, very nice vintage it...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Pascal Cucaro 1915-2004 Still-Life Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pascal Cucaro large still-life painting of flowers. Born in Youngstown Ohio in 1915, he moved to San Fransisco after World War 2 and painted numerous S...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

Mid Century Oil on Board of an American Indian
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century oil on board of an American Indian. Nice heavy impasto style. In a wooden wormhole styled fame. Will fit in with any Arts & Crafts or ranch style...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Masonite, Paint

Large 1945 John Sennhouser Abstract Oil Painting On Canvas, Framed and Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Large 1945 John Sennhouser Abstract Oil Painting On Canvas, Framed and Signed Offered for sale is a large 1945 John Sennhouser ((Swiss-American 1907-1978) abstract oil painting on ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Giltwood, Paint, Canvas

Ramon Horts Minimalism Metal Artwork 1/3 N 001
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ramon Horts, Minimalism artwork. Structures of metal compositions made in Barcelona, circa 2017. For a solo Exhibition. Signed by himself in engraving punch. Stripping metal...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Original Midcentury Abstract Art Exhibition Poster, Signed Rosso Dated 1975
Located in Miami, FL
Original midcentury abstract art exhibition poster with wonderful vivid colors of blue, red, green, beige, etc... Very decorative, signed by t...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Ramon Horts Artwork One N 002
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ramon Horts, minimalism artwork. Structures of metal compositions made in Barcelona, circa 2017. For a solo exhibition. Signed by himself in engraving ...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Textile company "Giovanola" , Italy 1960s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Original Vintage Advertising Poster Textile company "Giovanola" , Italy 1960s A beautiful 1960s original advertising poster. Manufactured in Italy for the italian from "Gerosa Pubbl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper, Canvas

Set of 3 Ceramic Wall Plates with Fish Decor Signed by Spanish Maker Puigdemont
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very colorful and decorative wall plates with stylized fishes. Designed and made by Puigdemont of Spain. The plates have diameters of 35.5 (14 inch), 24 (9.45 inch) and 21.5 cm (8....
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Monumental Mid-Century Modern Wall Sculpture Attributed to John Reisetter
Located in Redding, CT
Monumental Mid-Century Modern Abstract Wall sculpture attributed to John Reisetter . Reisetter was one of the known sculptors who worked for The famous ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass, Iron

A Wonderful Set of Eight Famous Racehorses 1933 Framed & Glazed
Located in Pewsey, GB
A Framed and Glazed Set of Eight Photographic Prints of Famous Racehorses from the supplement to The Ilustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 1933 for 2 year olds. Naming the Owner, ...
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1930s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Cut Glass, Paper

Mid-Century Margaret Layton Hand Colored & Signed Owl Framed Lithographs - S/2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an offering for a set of two hand colored lithographs framed and matted under glass by Margaret Layton. She was known for her kitschy owls and street scenes in the 50s and 60...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper

Bold Stylized Painting by Charles Levier of Fashionable French Women in Hats
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Charles Levier was born in 1920 in Corsica France and died in 2003. This incredible large painting is emblematic of his famous recognizable stylized female figures with hollow almost...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas

Midcentury Design Handmade Tapestry, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Handmade - Czechoslovakia - Very good condition - circa 1960s.
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Textile

Amsel, Original Movie Poster, Indiana Jones, Raiders Lost Ark, Spielberg, 1980
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original movie poster for Raiders of the Lost Ark (Indiana Jones) created by Amsel circa 1980. Artist: Anonymous Title: Les aventures de l’arche perdue Date: 1981 Size (w x h): 15.1...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Evelyn Ackerman Large Scale Wood Carved Panel for Era Industries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large scale wood carved panel by California artist, Evelyn Ackerman for  Era Industries c.1960s. This carving features various nature themes like the sun, trees, fish, birds and leav...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood

Large Abstract Oil on Canvas Cuban Artist Signed
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large abstract oil on canvas painting. Beautiful bright vivid colors with an abstract design. Painted by a Cuban artist and Signed Cesar 0...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

Seascape Themed Iron Sculpture Signed A. Melia, Architectural Wall Art
Located in Miami, FL
A captivating mid-century modern iron wall sculpture depicting a scene of sailboats on a rolling sea. The meticulously crafted ironwork captures the essence of the scene, with sails,...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Iron

Original Framed Paper Movie Poster for Alfred Hitchcocks Psycho
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A framed movie poster for the re-release of Alfred Hitchcock's PSYCHO, starring Janet Leigh, Anthony Perkins, and Vera Miles. The poster was folde...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper

Exceptional Large Signed Paul Evans 1969 Directional Sclupted Bronze Wall Unit
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Paul Evans in the 1960s for the prestigious manufacturer Directional, this incredible piece is very likely one of a kind. While others exist, none have as many bays (4) o...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Bronze

'Some Like It Hot' Original Vintage Movie Poster, American, 1959
Located in Devon, GB
Billy Wilder's timeless screwball comedy "Some Like It Hot" needs no introduction - with it's non-stop action, smutty one-liners, sexual innuendo and skilful blend of high and low co...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Linen, Paper

Brassaï Photolithography Black and White, 1979
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Signed photolithography by Brassaï, 1979. Stamped rotogravure reproduction of series by Bolaffiarte. Limited edition of 5000. Exemplary number 2372. Brassaï pseudonym of Gyu...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Contemporary Wall Mounted Sculpture from 'Delta' Series by James Rowland
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
A piece from the 'Delta' abstract sculpture series by James Rowland made from Brazilian hard wood with brass inlay. Scottish Artist and furniture Design...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood

Vintage San Francisco Museum Of Modern Art Mark Rothko 1960 Color Show Poster
By (after) Mark Rothko
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine color printed poster after the original oil on canvas by Mark Rothko titled No.14, 1960 in the San Francisco Museum of Art collection. Presented in a black frame with glass. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Ulf Trotzig (1925-2013)
By Ulf Trotzig
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Ulf Trotzig (1925-2013) Ulf Trotzig (1925-2013), was a masterful Swedish painter renowned for his contributions to abstract art. Trotzig's ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas

Man Ray Photography of René Crevel, Tristan Tzara, Jacques Baron Framed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Man Ray Photography of René Crevel, Tristan Tzara, Jacques Baron, circa 1928 A posthumous print from the original negative in 1977 by Pierre Gassmann. Gelatin silver bromide, frame...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting Osmund Hansen (1908 - 1995)
By Osmund Hansen
Located in Ventura, CA
Mid-Century Danish Abstract Painting Osmund Hansen (1908 - 1995) This captivating piece by the Danish artist Osmund Hansen, entitled "Abstract Fish Painting," is a mesmerizing ble...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas

Mid-Century Modern Heavy Impasto Floral Still Life Oil Painting, circa 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern heavy impasto floral still life oil painting circa 1950s A brilliant original oil painting by a mystery artist. The painting is si...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Masonite

Midcentury C Jere Brutalist Style Wall Art Farm and Tree Scene for Artisan House
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Brutalist style wall hanging by C. Jere for Artisan House. Torch cut and welded with a patinated brass and gold finish. Excellent original, unaltered condition. Signed "C. Jere" M...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Cubist Stylized Painting by Jean Claude Dragomir, 1954
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous colorful and well executed cubist style with a Don Quixote type figure on horseback entering a village. Vibrant reds with Stark outlines. Painting itself without the frame ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Hardwood, Paint

Vintage Whale Wall Sculpture in Teak & Aluminum, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish wall plaque of a whale floating on a back-plate of teak wood. Beautiful 3 dimensional depiction in Solid aluminum. Its very soft features suggest it could be a porpoise wha...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum

Shark Light Home Decor
Located in Brussels, BE
Shark light home décor.
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Early Abstract Expressionist Norman Gorbaty Oil Painting, circa 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
Abstract oil (24" x 20") by Norman Gorbaty (b. 1932), circa late 1950s. Gorbaty was a young artist in his 1920s when his work was included in a 1954 show of American printmakers at t...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

Mid century Impasto Portrait of a Woman
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Modern Impasto Portrait of a Woman. Heavy impasto painting on board. She reminds us of Jackie O with a headband but with white hair...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paint, Masonite

1940's Italian Etched Green Glass & Brass Coat Rack
Located in Hanover, MA
The color green applied to the back of the glass like silver to a mirror is absolutely sublime. The brass fittings and mounts are high quality machine turned. The delicate floral m...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Kennedy Bahia, Tapisserie, circa 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Composed of wool, this tapestry presents a recurring theme of Kennedy Bahia's work, the Dream Garden. Stylized flowers in strong colors rub shoulders wi...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Carl Auböck Model #5439 Large Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck brass #5439 brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese candleholder is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria. Pric...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

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.

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