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

Original 1961 Lithographic Poster by Pablo Picasso – "Dibujos de Picasso"

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Original 1961 Exhibition Poster by Pablo Picasso – "Dibujos de Picasso," Sala Gaspar Artist: Pablo Picasso Exhibition: "Dibujos de Picasso," Sala Gaspar, Barcelona Year: 1961 Mat...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Original 1961 Lithographic Poster by Pablo Picasso – "Dibujos de Picasso"

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1970s Renée Neue for Hutschenreuther ''Solar'' Series, 2 Wall Plates, Fat Lava

By Hutschenreuther

Located in Andernach, DE

For all fans of German Fat Lava ceramics from the mid century here is a wonderful rarity by Renée Neue for Hutschenreuther. The set of two matching plates. The design known as the ...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

1970s Renée Neue for Hutschenreuther ''Solar'' Series, 2 Wall Plates, Fat Lava

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American Modernist Acrylic On Board Painting By Zoute’ C.1948

By Zoute' (Leon Salter)

Located in Bernville, PA

Beautiful American modernist abstract acrylic painting on board in a beautiful new silver wood frame By Zoute’. Bold graphic imagery and vibrant colors. Signed lower right corner Z...

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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Acrylic

American Modernist Acrylic On Board Painting By Zoute’ C.1948

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Rudolf Nureyev, 1965 portrait

Located in Richmond, London

This elegant, hand-drawn pencil portrait captures the legendary ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev at the height of his career. Known for his extraordinary ta...

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

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Paper

Rudolf Nureyev, 1965 portrait

French Green Majolica Oyster Plate Proceram, circa 1950

Located in Austin, TX

French green Majolica oyster plate signed Proceram, circa 1950.

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

French Green Majolica Oyster Plate Proceram, circa 1950

Original Romare Bearden Lithograph The Wall Signed Numbered

By Romare Bearden

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Beautiful early Romare Bearden The Wall. 1972 low number 2/150. Sourced from original owner. Offset color lithograph, 1972. 559x737 mm; 22x29 inches, full margins. Signed and number...

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

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Paper

Original Romare Bearden Lithograph The Wall Signed Numbered

Etching portrait of Arthur Rimbaud, 1961, by Jacques Villon (French, 1875-1963)

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Etching portrait of Arthur Rimbaud, 1961, by Jacques Villon (French, 1875-1963). Villon was born Gaston Emil Duchamp (brother of famed Marcel, Suzanne & Raymond Duchamp). Rimbaud was...

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

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Paper

Etching portrait of Arthur Rimbaud, 1961, by Jacques Villon (French, 1875-1963)

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

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

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

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

Male Nude Study in Pencil 1940s

Located in Tilburg, NL

Nude Study in Pencil, Europe, 1940s. Beautiful and well drawn study with a male nude kneeling. Wonderful atmosphere and very elegant. At the underside of the paper there are also a few other drawings of...

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

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Paper

Male Nude Study in Pencil 1940s

Henri Matisse 1948 Color Cliché Print, Framed

By Henri Matisse

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Step into the radiant universe of Henri Matisse with this striking color print from the Fauves collection, meticulously edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1948. Beautif...

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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Henri Matisse 1948 Color Cliché Print, Framed

Albert Skira Print of battle of Centaurs, Ceramic Plate, "Céramiques De Picasso"

By Albert Skira, Pablo Picasso

Located in Stockholm, SE

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

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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Albert Skira Print of battle of Centaurs, Ceramic Plate, "Céramiques De Picasso"

Vintage Maritime Painting, English, Framed Watercolour, Nautical Art, John Whale

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage maritime painting. An English, framed watercolour with nautical interest by John Whale, dating to the late 20th century. Historic maritime imagery with great colo...

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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas

Vintage Maritime Painting, English, Framed Watercolour, Nautical Art, John Whale

Beverly Lopez, Oil on Canvas of a Semi Nude Male

By Beverly Lopez

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Well done painting by Multidisciplinary American artist Beverly Lopez. A well developed male stands in semi nude posture. Framed in a rustic wood frame with linen mat. Signed under Alias Paul Whitney...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Paint

Beverly Lopez, Oil on Canvas of a Semi Nude Male

Contemporary Large Decorative Wall Art Wood Marquetry, Geometric Shapes

By Hommes Studio

Located in Porto, PT

Contemporary Large Decorative Wall Art Wood Marquetry, Geometric mix Organic Shapes The Ruby Wall Decor introduces a playful touch to contemporary wall art. It features a surprising...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Olive, Walnut, Lacquer

Contemporary Large Decorative Wall Art Wood Marquetry, Geometric Shapes

Vintage Framed Tapestry of "The Bedroom" after Vincent van Gogh

By Vincent van Gogh

Located in Barcelona, ES

This framed tapestry, made in France by an unknown artist, beautifully represents Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting "The Bedroom." It is in original condition, with minor wear consi...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Textile

Vintage Framed Tapestry of "The Bedroom" after Vincent van Gogh

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Alexius Huber Early Copper Relief Painting Sweden 1960

By Huber

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Striking early copper relief painting by Alexius Huber, Sweden 1960. This captivating artwork showcases Huber's innovative approach to form and material. Crafted in the 1960s, the pi...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Copper

Alexius Huber Early Copper Relief Painting Sweden 1960

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Colorful Abstract oil Painting not Signed

Located in Pasadena, CA

"The Visual Experience of Art" delves into the intricate interplay between our eyes and the brain, exploring how our visual faculties engage with the diverse elements of various art ...

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

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Canvas, Wood

Colorful Abstract oil Painting not Signed

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French Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Painting

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This French vintage Mid-century abstract painting on canvas is signed by the artist, Katzyi. View all images to see the current condition.

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Paint

French Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Painting

Aleksei Shovkunenko Nude Man Oil on Canvas

Located in Astoria, NY

Aleksei Alekseevich Shovkunenko (Ukrainian, 1884-1974), Standing Nude Man, Oil on Canvas, signed lower left, signed "Olexiy Shovkunenko / 1884-1974" and in Cyrillic to verso, unframe...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Paint

Aleksei Shovkunenko Nude Man Oil on Canvas

Op-Art Artist Anne Youkeles New Perspective Signed 3-D Serigraph Collage, 1971

By Anne Youkeles

Located in St. Louis, MO

Anne Youkeles (Austrian/American b. 1920) Op-Art Artist 3-D Geometric Serigraph Collage titled "New Perspective" signed, number 43/210 and dated 1971. In fine condition, not examined...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Op-Art Artist Anne Youkeles New Perspective Signed 3-D Serigraph Collage, 1971

"Dancer at Rest, " Large Painting of Half-Nude Male Ballet Dancer, Mid Century

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Large and striking, this painting by Robert Childers presents a reclining ballet dancer, clothed above the waist in a dancer's sleeveless shirt, but nude below, holding a pink ribbon and accompanied by three wire-back chairs. Enigmatic and full of symbolism, the dancer is facing away from the viewer so his expression cannot be seen; the three chairs with heart-shaped backs suggest that the man may be in love. Childers himself had been a dancer for two years; he also studied painting at the Philadelphia Museum School of Art, the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, and Fleisher Art Memorial, all in Philadelphia. Later he led a peripatetic life, designing for greeting card companies, and creating fabrics, toys and illustrations at one time or another in New York and elsewhere. The painting is oil on canvas, and retains its original wormy chestnut frame...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

"Dancer at Rest, " Large Painting of Half-Nude Male Ballet Dancer, Mid Century

Rooster Tapestry in Style of Evelyn Ackerman

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Striking 1960s rooster tapestry with vibrant yellows, blues and greens. Reminiscent of Ackerman tapestries but unsigned.

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Rooster Tapestry in Style of Evelyn Ackerman

'The Man with the Golden Arm' Original Movie Poster by Saul Bass, British, 1956

By Saul Bass

Located in Devon, GB

Based on a novel by Nelson Algren, Otto Preminger's controversial and groundbreaking 1955 drama "The Man with the Golden Arm" starred Frank Sinatra in an...

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1950s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

'The Man with the Golden Arm' Original Movie Poster by Saul Bass, British, 1956

Victor Vasarely Op Art Tuz Signed and Numbered Screen Print

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Very cool original Op Art blue and silver screenprint, TUZ, by Victor Vasarely from 1974. Signed in the lower right hand corner, numbered 291/340 in the lower left. This has the orig...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Victor Vasarely Op Art Tuz Signed and Numbered Screen Print

Large Mid Century Lee Reynolds Vanguard Studio Painting

By Lee Reynolds

Located in Redding, CT

Large Mid Century Lee Reynolds Vanguard studio Painting on canvas. Large abstract composition in yellows, whites and greens with a chrome fram...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Chrome

Large Mid Century Lee Reynolds Vanguard Studio Painting

Pablo Picasso Framed Color Cliche, Editions du Chene, 1943

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Step into the timeless brilliance of Pablo Picasso with this extraordinary color cliché, expertly edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1943. Adorned by a stunning solid w...

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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Pablo Picasso Framed Color Cliche, Editions du Chene, 1943

Rare Henri Matisse Artwork, Editions du Chene, 1943

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Step into the timeless brilliance of Henri Matisse with this extraordinary color cliché, expertly edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1943. Adorned by a stunning solid w...

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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rare Henri Matisse Artwork, Editions du Chene, 1943

Wall Decoration "Horses" by Hertha Baller Vienna Around 1950s

By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse

Located in Wien, AT

Wall decoration "horses" by hertha baller vienna around 1950s Original condition.

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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Wall Decoration "Horses" by Hertha Baller Vienna Around 1950s

Elegant Nostalgia: Vintage 20th Century Cross-Stitch Sampler - Red on White

Located in Barcelona, ES

Transport yourself to a bygone era with our vintage cross-stitch sampler from the early 20th century. This timeless piece features a classic red-on-white design adorned with meticulo...

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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric

Elegant Nostalgia: Vintage 20th Century Cross-Stitch Sampler - Red on White

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Midcentury Oil Championship Golf Club Painting, Brown Wood Frame, 1960s, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Oil painting with Golf motive. Hand painted in England. In the set of gold wood frame. Very nice decoration for every interior. Only one unique piece.

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1990s English Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paint

Midcentury Oil Championship Golf Club Painting, Brown Wood Frame, 1960s, Europe

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Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Pine Hanging Cupboard for Les Arcs, France

By Les Arcs, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Pine Hanging Cupboard for Les Arcs, France, 1960s This rare and authentic pine hanging cupboard was designed by renowned architect and designer...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Pine Hanging Cupboard for Les Arcs, France

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Set 2 Bernhard Rohne Vintage Acid Etched Brass Owl & Frog Panel Framed Fine Art

By Bernhard Rohne

Located in Miami, FL

Here we offer 2 original vintage handcrafted acid etched brass metal owl and frog art pieces. Both are framed and have the original paper back label with the Models on the reverse. The frog is the symbol of prosperity, and the owl is symbol of the ghost spirit by the Haida Pacific Northwest Coast...

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1970s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Set 2 Bernhard Rohne Vintage Acid Etched Brass Owl & Frog Panel Framed Fine Art

Mid Century Modern Brutalist Direct Metal Wall Sculpture Curtis Jere Art Gold

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Peoria, AZ

GORGEOUS! MID CENTURY MODERN BRUTALIST DIRECT METAL RECLAIMED WOOD WALL SCULPTURE Enameled In the manner of Curtis Jere 45" wide by 28" high by 4" deep This marvelous metal...

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

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Metal, Enamel

Mid Century Modern Brutalist Direct Metal Wall Sculpture Curtis Jere Art Gold

After Bernard Buffet 1971 Blue Hydrangeas Wool Tapestry Framed Wall Art

By Bernard Buffet

Located in North Miami, FL

Made by DMC in the 70's, this is a vividly colored wool woven tapestry framed in a brass finish aluminum frame SIGNED Bernard Buffet 1971 to top. NOTE: THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND WI...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum

After Bernard Buffet 1971 Blue Hydrangeas Wool Tapestry Framed Wall Art

Patti Smith Venice California 1979 (Patti Smith concert flyer)

By Patti Smith

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Patti Smith Venice, California (1979): Rare vintage original Patti Smith show flyer published on the occasion of "Simple Gifts: An Evening of Poetry" at the Fox Venice Theater in Ven...

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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Patti Smith Venice California 1979 (Patti Smith concert flyer)

Clyde Burt Ceramic Wall Art

By Clyde Burt

Located in Chicago, IL

Clyde Burt abstract ceramic wall relief in glazed stoneware with wooden frame. Signed to front: [C. BURT]. American, circa 1965.

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood, Ceramic

Clyde Burt Ceramic Wall Art

Verner Panton Rug for Edward Fields

By Verner Panton, Edward Fields

Located in Chicago, IL

Panton for Edward Fields custom Op-Art rug. [Signed Edward Fields Panton 23135] on Verso.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Verner Panton Rug for Edward Fields

Schumacher by Josef Frank Citrus Garden Wallpaper Mural in Primary

By Josef Frank, Schumacher

Located in New York, NY

Based on an archival 1947 Josef Frank print, this hand-drawn pattern bears the designer’s signature modernity, whimsy, and warmth. Panel Width: 27...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Schumacher by Josef Frank Citrus Garden Wallpaper Mural in Primary

Large Bas-Relief with Exotic Animals and Forest, 1950s-1960s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Large carved wood bas-relief wall sculpture, 1950s-1960s. This striking bas-relief sculpture is made of wood, with a dynamic composition that exudes elegance and refinement. Its intr...

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

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Wood

Large Bas-Relief with Exotic Animals and Forest, 1950s-1960s

Giacomo Benevelli for Missaglia 'Arabesco' Wall Light Sculpture

By Missaglia, Giacomo Benevelli

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Giacomo Benevelli for Missaglia, 'Arabesco' wall-mounted light sculpture, metal, Italy, circa 1967 Italian designer and sculptor Giacomo Benevelli (1925-2011) designed this mesmeriz...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Giacomo Benevelli for Missaglia 'Arabesco' Wall Light Sculpture

Pablo Picasso Framed Artwork, Editions du Chene, 1943

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Step into the timeless brilliance of Pablo Picasso with this extraordinary color cliché, expertly edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1943. Adorned by a stunning solid w...

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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Pablo Picasso Framed Artwork, Editions du Chene, 1943

Majolica Fish Sealife Platter Vallauris, circa 1950

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica sealife platter Vallauris, circa 1950. High relief of a fish, seaweeds,starfish and oyster. Nautical style. 7.3 inches diameter

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Majolica Fish Sealife Platter Vallauris, circa 1950

Large Abstract Fish Enameled Wall Plaque in the Style of Gio Ponti & De Poli

By Gio Ponti, Paolo De Poli

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This striking mid-century enameled wall plaque showcases a bold geometric fish motif, reminiscent of the artistic influence of Gio Ponti. Featuring vibrant hues of red, turquoise, an...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal, Copper

Large Abstract Fish Enameled Wall Plaque in the Style of Gio Ponti & De Poli

Rare Midcentury Ceramic Wall Sculpture Lovers, Romeo and Juliet, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Rare ceramic wall sculpture. - Nice colored.

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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Rare Midcentury Ceramic Wall Sculpture Lovers, Romeo and Juliet, 1970s

Max Bill Geneve Musee Serigraph, 1972

By Max Bill

Located in Hanover, MA

Max Bill (1908-1994) Geneva Museum exhibition serigraph, created to accompany the exhibition of works by Max Bill held from 6 April through 30 April 1972 at the Musee Rath in Geneva,...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum

Max Bill Geneve Musee Serigraph, 1972

Painting of a vase with flowers by the Belgian painter Edmond Sanders (1898-1961

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1950 / painting / Edmond Sanders / wood, canvas / Mid-century / Vintage Beautiful oil painting on board by the famous Belgian painter Edmond Sanders (1898 - 1961). Edmond ...

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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Painting of a vase with flowers by the Belgian painter Edmond Sanders (1898-1961

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Roger Capron Wall Mounted Ceramic Clock, circa 1960

By Roger Capron

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Roger Capron wall mounted ceramic clock, circa 1960. By Roger Capron, signed. (France). In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful pa...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Roger Capron Wall Mounted Ceramic Clock, circa 1960

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Western Edition Construction Painting San Francisco by Teresa Allen Circa 1963

Located in Oakland, CA

Urban landscape oil on canvas of the construction of the "Western Edition" in San Francisco during the 1960s. A playful rendering of this event, with children play around the perimet...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Hardwood, Paint

Western Edition Construction Painting San Francisco by Teresa Allen Circa 1963

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Bellenger, Original Poster, SUD Beverage, Sparkling Water, Bottle Opener, 1950

By Jacques-Pierre Bellenger

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This is a promotional poster for the soft drink brand SUD, created by the Bellenger brothers around 1950. Artist: Bellenger Jacques et Pierre Title : Sud Date: circa 1950 Size: 47....

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Bellenger, Original Poster, SUD Beverage, Sparkling Water, Bottle Opener, 1950

Framed Helmut Newton Black and White Photography - Iconic Nude, 1987

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Framed Helmut Newton Black and White Photography - Iconic Nude, 1987 Own a piece of photographic history with this framed black and white photograph by Helmut Newton. This iconic im...

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Framed Helmut Newton Black and White Photography - Iconic Nude, 1987

C. Curtis Jere World Trade Center Wall Sculpture Metal Art Twin Towers Citiscape

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Wayne, NJ

C. Curtis Jere Mid-Century Modern World Trade Center Wall Mount Sculpture / Sculptural Metal Art Twin Towers . Believed to be from 2001 . The Signature and date is difficult to see a...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

C. Curtis Jere World Trade Center Wall Sculpture Metal Art Twin Towers Citiscape

Fontana Arte Madonna and Child Brass Frame, Italy 1950s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Milan, IT

Fontana Arte Madonna and Child Glass and Brass Frame, Italy 1950s One can also change the glass with a mirror.

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Brass

Fontana Arte Madonna and Child Brass Frame, Italy 1950s

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Gold Adam Porcelain Plates, Set of Twelve

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Downingtown, PA

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Gold Adam Porcelain Plates, 1970s. A complete set of twelve vintage painted gold ground transfer-printed porcelain plates in black and white...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Porcelain

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Gold Adam Porcelain Plates, Set of Twelve

Picasso’s "Toros y Toreros" Framed Print – 1961 First Edition

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

This striking black and white print by Pablo Picasso comes from the first edition of Toros y Toreros (1961), capturing the artist's dynamic abstraction of a bullfighting scene. Frame...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Picasso’s "Toros y Toreros" Framed Print – 1961 First Edition

Tension Pole Free Standing Emerald Gold Aluminum Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson

By Omnibus Design, George Nelson

Located in Chattanooga, TN

These emerald gold aluminum tension poles are hard to find. The color and finish set the tone for this sleek and versatile wall unit. The "Omnibus" or "Omni" shelving system is a m...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Aluminum, Metal

Tension Pole Free Standing Emerald Gold Aluminum Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson

Matius French Vintage Pop Art Mural Totem Wall Sconce Sculpture, 1970s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Pop Art Totem sculpture by Matius (La Roue, Haute-Provence), France, 1970s. The most often uses as a wall sconce. Fractal resin. Measurement: 57 x 18.3 x 9 cm (22.4 x 7.2 x 3.5 inche...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Resin

Matius French Vintage Pop Art Mural Totem Wall Sconce Sculpture, 1970s

1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder "Beastie" Lithograph

By Alexander Calder

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder Litograph called "Beastie" Limited Edition (1974 Braniff Airlines) Signed in Plate. This lithograph is in excellent condition, initialed a...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder "Beastie" Lithograph

Large 1945 John Sennhouser Abstract Oil Painting On Canvas, Framed and Signed

By John Sennhauser

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

Large 1945 John Sennhouser Abstract Oil Painting On Canvas, Framed and Signed

Irving Amen Signed Wood Cut Print Titled “Blue Bird” no. 68/200

By Irving Amen

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

Beautiful colored wood cut print by American born artist Irving Amen. Titled “Blue Bird” and annotated 68/200. Hand signed. Dimensions with frame are 26” H x 19.75” W x 1.75” d. ...

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

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Wood, Paper

Irving Amen Signed Wood Cut Print Titled “Blue Bird” no. 68/200

The Surrealist Vision: A 1957 Salvador Dalí Color Cliché

By (after) Salvador Dali

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Step into the fantastical world of Salvador Dalí with this captivating color cliché print, meticulously edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1957. Encased in a beautiful ...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

The Surrealist Vision: A 1957 Salvador Dalí Color Cliché

Floresta' Tapestry by Manuel Casimiro De Oliveira for Tapeçarias de Portalegre

By Manufactura de Tapeçarias de Portalegre, Manuel Casimiro De Oliveira

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An abstract woven and hand tied wool tapestry. Signed and stamped.

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1940s Portuguese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Floresta' Tapestry by Manuel Casimiro De Oliveira for Tapeçarias de Portalegre

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Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1930

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 ...

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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Wood

Framed Five Beautiful Stuffed Butterflies, circa 1930

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Etching of a pig titled "Betsy's Harvest" by Ford Ruthling, dated 1973, 72/75

Located in Centennial, CO

An absolutely charming original etching by listed New Mexico artist Ford Ruthling (1933-2015) titled, "Betsy's Harvest", dated 1973, numbered 72/75. This whimsical etching of a pig was either done as an artist study for his painting by the same name (published in Eli Levin...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Paper

Etching of a pig titled "Betsy's Harvest" by Ford Ruthling, dated 1973, 72/75

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“Se touchent les pieds” by Le Corbusier

By Le Corbusier

Located in Berlin, BE

“Se touchent les pieds” by Le Corbusier Color Lithograph on Arches Paper Signed in pencil and numbered 57/150. Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (1887 – 1965), known as Le Corbusier, was a...

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

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Paper

“Se touchent les pieds” by Le Corbusier

Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark by Nicolai Tving

Located in Ebberup, DK

Danish original antique oil on canvas landscape painting from 1932 by artist Nicolai Jensen Tving (1893-1973). The painting is signed by the artist in the lower left corner and fram...

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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark by Nicolai Tving

Ferruccio Garopesani Original Art Exhibition Poster

Located in Miami, FL

Original art exhibition poster by painter and designer Ferruccio Garopesani. Presented in 1975 at the Galleria International d'Arte - Diorena - Ascona, Italy. A native of Milan, I...

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

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Paper

Ferruccio Garopesani Original Art Exhibition Poster

Bluebirds Trio By Marianne Starck For Michael Andersen. Danish Wall Plaque

By Marianne Starck

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Bluebirds trio wall plaque, by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, Denmark Engaging blue glazed birds on stoneware plaque Stamped MS, Three Herrings mark and #6267 on reverse Widt...

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

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Ceramic

Bluebirds Trio By Marianne Starck For Michael Andersen. Danish Wall Plaque

Evelyn Ackerman ERA Hand Hooked Tapestry Rug

By Evelyn & Jerome Ackerman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Hand hooked tapestry by Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman, ERA, Los Angeles. Hand made in Japan. These are becoming increasingly rare. Very good original...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Nylon

Evelyn Ackerman ERA Hand Hooked Tapestry Rug

Large Vintage Limited Edition Art Print, English, Framed, William Russell Flint

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large vintage limited edition art print. An English, framed painting titled 'Florentine Masquerade' by Sir William Russell Flint, dating to the late 20th century, circa 19...

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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Large Vintage Limited Edition Art Print, English, Framed, William Russell Flint

Framed Cover of Helmut Newton's Illustrated Number 2 (1987)

By Helmut Newton

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Own a piece of photographic history with this framed cover of Helmut Newton's Illustrated Number 2, published in 1987. This edition features one of Newton's classic and most famous female nude photographs...

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1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Framed Cover of Helmut Newton's Illustrated Number 2 (1987)

Dick Seeger Psychedelic Mid-Century Painting

By Dick Seeger

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Framed psychedelic style painting by Arizona artist Dick Seeger with the message, "A requirement for sanity is the knowledge that part of you is insane."

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Paint

Dick Seeger Psychedelic Mid-Century Painting

Joan Miró Lithographs

By Joan Miró

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of Joan Miro color lithographs, France, circa 1960s. We purchased a group of these color lithographs from the estate of a couple t...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Joan Miró Lithographs

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