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1970 Mid Century Modern Elegant Ladies Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Mid Century Modern Elegant Ladies Writing Desk. Single center drawer. Beautiful wood.
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
$2,688 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Style Chrome and Brass Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Lambertville, NJ
1970s Mid-Century Modern bamboo style chrome and brass plate floor lamp. Lamp shade not included
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
$560 Sale Price
20% Off
1970
s Brazilian Rosewood And Steel Desk/Dining table By John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1970's mid-century modern Brazilian rosewood steel and lacquer desk or dining table by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
1970s Italian Pottery Vases
Located in New York, NY
1970s mid-century modern Italian pottery decorative vases, in vintage original condition with minor
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
$695 / set
1970
s 12 Arm Italian Brass Chandelier Attributed To Gaetano Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in New York, NY
1970's mid-century modern 12 arm brass chandelier attributed to Gaetano Sciolari, newly rewired and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970
s Warren Kessler Brass Floor Lamp
By Warren Kessler
Located in New York, NY
1970's mid-century modern brass floor lamp by Warren Kessler with custom made silk string shade, in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
1970
s Daum France Crystal Glass Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
1970's mid-century modern Daum France crystal glass candle holders, in vintage original condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
1970
s Sven Ellekaer Modernist Teak Danish Armchairs
By Sven Ellekaer
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1970's Mid-Century Modern sculptural chunky teak frame lounge chairs designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
1970
s Mastercraft Racetrack Brass Oval Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
1970's Mid-Century Modern brass base with oval glass top racetrack coffee table by Mastercraft, in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Sideboard / Dry Bar by De Coene - Belgium 1970s
By De Coene Frères
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Sideboard Bar De Coene - Belgium 1970s
Mid Century - Bar - Cabinet
Measures : 100cmx48cm H:82cm
Category
20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Glass, Plastic, Wood
Formia Murano Abstract Glass Sculpture
By Formia Murano
Located in New York, NY
1970s Mid-Century Modern Formia Murano abstract glass sculpture.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Plastic Mid Century Yellow Parsons Table and Chair 1970s
By Syroco
Located in New York, NY
Cool Yellow plastic 1970s mid century yellow desk and chair. .This fun and vibrant desk has a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Space Age Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Plastic
Jens Risom 1970s Paldao Wood Modernist File Cabinet
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern paldao wood file cabinet designed by Jens Risom, fully restored with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Gaetano Sciolari Brass and Chrome Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in New York, NY
1970s Mid-Century Modern Gaetano Sciolari brass, chrome and Lucite petite chandelier.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
1970s Three Tier Maple French Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
1970s Mid-Century Modern 3 tier maple and lacquer walnut base French coffee table, fully restored
Category
Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Maple
1970s Modern Studio Art Speckled Glazed Weed Pot Bud Vase signed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Midcentury Modern Speckled Glazed Weed Pot
Signed Initials appear as V S
5 h x 3 diameter
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
1970s Wine Decanter Carafe Modern Art Glass
By Georg Jensen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Midcentury Modern Art Glass Wine Liquor Decanter
Modern design with glass stopper
11.25 h x
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Marked Vallauris France Ceramic Lemon Basket Green
Yellow Mid-Century Modern
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted ceramic, pottery lemon basket or fruit plate in glazed dark
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
1970
sMid-Century Modern Studio Made Pottery Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1970's mid-century modern studio made pottery bowl, in vintage original condition with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Four Tier Bar Cart in Thick Lucite
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
MCM Tiered Lucite Bar Serving Cart, 1970's
Mid-Century Modern multi-purpose lucite serving bar
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
1970
s Pine
Wool Rocking Sheep, The Netherlands
By Peter Kraft
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
1970's Mid-Century Modern Rocking Sheep
Made and distributed in The Netherlands by Texeler Wool
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Pine
$622 Sale Price
20% Off
Glass and Travertine Square Coffee Table by Willy Ballez, 1970s (60x60cm)
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Glass and Travertine Square Coffee Table by Willy Ballez, 1970s
Mid Century Modern - Sculpturale
Category
20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid Century Modern Italian Black Leather/ Chrome Recliner attrib. Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Mid Century Modern Italian Black Leather with Chrome Recliner attributed to Milo Baughman
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1970s Peill
Putzler Art Glass and Brass Table Lamps
By Peill
Putzler
Located in New York, NY
1970s Mid-Century Modern art-glass and brass table lamps by Peill & Putzler, in vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Angelo Brotto Esperia Bronze 1970 Italian Mid Century Table Lamps
By Angelo Brotto, Esperia
Located in New York, NY
An original pair of Italian 1970s Mid Century table lamps composed of decorative bronze and walnut
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$2,400 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Mid-Century Acyclic and Glass Light Up Display Sideboard or Credenza With Shelve
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
1970s mid-century modern lucite sideboard with glass interior shelves, glass top and transparent
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Acrylic, Wood
$2,100 Sale Price
25% Off
Pedestal in Chrome and Brass by Maison Jansen, France, 1970
s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pedestal in Chrome and Brass by Maison Jansen, France, 1970's
Mid Century Pedestal in Chrome Glass
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Pedestals
Materials
Chrome, Brass
1970s Black Desk Tray Tiered Office Letter File
By Peter Pepper Products
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Midcentury Black Tiered Letter Desk Tray Office File
Wood with faux leather
Scuffs present
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
1970
s Danish Modern Teak End Table by Neils Bach
By Niels Bach
Located in New York, NY
1970's Mid Century Danish Modern end, lamp, or side table attributed to Niels Bach for A/S Bach
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables
Materials
Teak
1970s Bohemian Handmade Round Bamboo Caning Serving Tray Mid-Century Modern
By Tommy Bahama
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern round hand-crafted Bamboo Tray with woven caning in the Center.
Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Wood
1970s Pair French Gilt
Silver Metal Floral Form Wall Sconces Sunburst
By Maison Baguès
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1970's Mid Century Modern Gilt and Silvered Metal Floral Form Wall Sconces. These are
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$1,536 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Fabulous Pair of Brutalist Arched Pueblo by Lane Mirrors Mid-Century Modern
By Lane Acclaim
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Pair of 1970s Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Pueblo mirrors by Lane. Intricately laid, highly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Resin, Wood
$2,560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Tufted Leather Chrome Armchair
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
1970's mid-century modern tufted leather chrome armchair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
MCM Bruce Fox Gold Anodized Aluminum 3D "Excellence" Motivation Desk Accessory
By Bruce Fox
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bruce Fox motivational desk accessory 3D Font " Excellence " in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Aluminum
Plastic Slats Pendant Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
socket holder. Bakelite E27 socket.
Period: 1970s – Mid-Century Modern.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1970s Opaline Glass and Chrome Flush mounts / Sconces by Limburg
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1970s midcentury flush mounts /sconces by Limburg.
The large cone shaped Opaline glass
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Silas Seandel Large Brutalist Floor Sculpture
By Silas Seandel
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1970's Mid-Century Modern large floor steel Brutalist sculpture designed by Silas Seandel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Cut Steel
1970s MCM Guatemalan Artwork Oil Painting Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s mid-century modern Guatemalan artwork oil painting on board
Category
Vintage 1970s Guatemalan Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Rosewood, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Italian Square Ice Bucket, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-Century modern Italian square ice bucket, 1970s
Mid-Century Italian pear shaped ice bucket
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Faux Bamboo Two-Tier End tables by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
1970s Mid-Century Modern polished nickel with brass hardware faux bamboo two tier end tables by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass, Nickel
$1,500 / set
Mid-Century Modern Rattan / Cane Super King Headboard, Italian, 1970s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid-Century Modern rattan / cane super king headboard (6’ft), Italian, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Hand-Carved Wooden Bowl or Dish - Organic Centerpiece - 1970s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Mid-Century Hand-Carved Wooden Bowl or Dish - Organic Centerpiece - 1970s
A beautifully hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
1970s Style of Charles Hollis Jones Lucite and Brass Table Lamp
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s mid-century modern lucite & brass table lamp, style of Charles
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Book Matched Olivewood Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Toledo, OH
Milo Baughman book matched olivewood burl wood credenza. circa 1970s, Mid-Century Modern Period. 4
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Sculptural 1970s Jute Rope Wrapped Round Coffee Table with Bronze Mirror Top
By Christian Astuguevieille
Located in St. Louis, MO
Fabulous 1970's Mid-Century Modern sculptural round coffee table wrapped in a thin jute rope over a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rope, Glass, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Round Chrome
Glass Dining Center Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
1970s Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass dining or center table in the style of Milo Baughman
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Val saint Lambert Crystal Glass Table lamp 1960s Belgium
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Den Haag, NL
- Belgian design 1960s 1970s mid century lighting .
comes with a new Velvet Flamingo shade .
New fitting
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Frank Walcutt Mixed Media Abstract Painting, 1970s
By Frank Walcutt
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Frank Walcott mixed media abstract painting, 1970s
Offered for sale is a 1970s Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Driftwood, Paint
Pair Gilt Metal
Glass Three Tier Side Tables In The Style Of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in, this pair of 1970’s Mid Century Modern, three tier end tables, in the style of Maison
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Metal
Tiffany Style Solid Brass Modern Candle Holders Set Of 4
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
1970's mid-century modern solid brass candle holders set of 4 in the style of Tiffany, in vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Cityscape 6 Chairs
By Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
leather suede upholstery.
1970's
Mid-Century Modern
All chairs are on castors
Height: 36
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Materials
Brass
$12,750 / set
Vintage Handcrafted Octagonal Bamboo Side Folding Table, Center Table, 1970
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted and handwoven octagonal bamboo foldable side table.
Decorative
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal
White Murano Pendant Lamp XL Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Italian 1970s midcentury white and red Murano glass pendant lamp.
This Murano glass chandelier
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Romeo Rega Modernist Cerused Oak And Steel Extendable Dining Table
By Romeo Rega
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1970's Mid-century modern cerused oak and steel dining table designed by Romeo Rega for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$5,213 Sale Price
24% Off
Kindel, Hollywood Regency Style, Dresser, Matte Black, Brass, USA, 1970s
By Kindel Furniture
Located in Manhasset, NY
Kindel, Hollywood Regency Style, Dresser, Matte Black, Brass, USA, 1970s
Mid-century dresser
Category
Mid-20th Century American Dressers
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Crystal And Brass Lamps
Located in Tampa, FL
A striking pair of 1970s mid century crystal and brass lamps, designed with classical inspiration
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$475 / set
Scandinavian Modern Solid Walnut Bookcase Storage Twin Size Headboards, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
This pair of 1970s Mid Century Modern bookcase storage single headboards are in excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
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1970s Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1970s mid century for your home. A 1970s mid century — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. There are 60548 variations of the antique or vintage 1970s mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1970s mid century — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each 1970s mid century bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Milo Baughman, De Sede and Gaetano Sciolari each produced at least one beautiful 1970s mid century that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1970s Mid Century?
A 1970s mid century can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,366, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $475,000.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
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
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
Questions About 1970s Mid Century
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
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