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Mid-Century Geometric Modern Chrome Table Lamp Style of Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s Mid-Century Modern geometric modern chrome table lamp. Style of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Two-Seater Sofa, Lacquer
Leather, Italian Design, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Design; Lacquer; leather; leather straps; cushions; lounge chair; two-seater; 1970s; Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$7,713 Sale Price
20% Off
Belgian Blown Glass Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Interesting 1970’s Mid-century smoked glass and chrome table lamp. Features, Smoke glass base with
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$1,800
Vintage Mid Century Modern Metal Sculpture ’ Birds in Flight ‘ by Curtis Jere.
Located in Seattle, WA
Welded metal sculpture of three birds in flight by 1970s mid-century iconic metalwork artist
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage Handcrafted Rectangle Bamboo Serving Folding Table, Center Table X-Base
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted rectangular bamboo Tilt-Top serving table.
Decorative and
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dessert Tables and Tilt-to...
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chairs, Lacquer
Leather, Italian Design, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Design; Lacquer; Leather; Leather Straps; Cushions; Lounge Chair; Two-Seater; 1970s; Mid
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
$4,272 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair of Opaline and Brass Flush Mount / Sconce by Limburg ( 3 Pairs Available )
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1970s midcentury flush mount / sconce by Limburg.
The large cone shaped opaline glass shade
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
1960
s Modernist Porcelain Vases Collection by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Stunning collection of 5 1970's Mid-Century Modern Rosenthal porcelain vases collection by various
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
1970s Belgian Bamboo
Rattan Bistro Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 1970s mid century Belgian bamboo and rattan round bistro or side table. Circular top with rattan
Category
20th Century Belgian Tables
Materials
Bamboo
$821 Sale Price
50% Off
1970s High Quality Mid-Century Ivory and Gold Painted Metal Italian Table Lamp
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A 1970s mid-century table lamp, designed and manufactured in Italy in the style of Tommaso Barbi
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century side tables Design Institute America (DIA) Milo Baughman
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering for sale three beautiful mid-century set tables from the Design Institute America
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Saturno hanging lamp ceiling light by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff, 1970s model 5635
By Staff Leuchten, Kazuo Motozawa
Located in Berlin, DE
Motozawa
Country of origin: Germany
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Material: Metal,
Approx. dimensions: width: n
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Spanish Crown Sunburst fixture XXL in Gilt Metal and frost Glass , circa 1970s
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish crown light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1970s. Midcentury antique gilt
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
$1,303 Sale Price
35% Off
1970s Czech Mid-Century Pendant Lights, Blown Glass and Chrome, Rewired, Pair
Located in Praha, CZ
This pair of 1970s mid-century pendant lights originates from Kamenický Šenov, the historic Czech
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Palwa Large Midcentury Gilt Brass
Cut Faceted Crystal Backlit Wall Hung Mirror
By Palwa
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning & large tall rectangular vintage 1970s Midcentury gilt brass and crystal wall-mounted
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Table Lamp by Liwan
s, Italy, 1970s
By Liwan
s Rome
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
This 1970s Mid-Century Modern design lamp was made by the renowned architect Giacomo Sinopoli for
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$949 Sale Price
20% Off
Kovaks Enameled Steel Floor Lamp Shelving
Display Etagere Mid-Century Minimal
By George Kovacs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal G. Kovaks Enameled Steel Tri-Level Floor Lamp Shelving & Display Etagere. Vintage 1970's
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Handcrafted Square Tiger Bamboo Bistro Folding Game Center Table X-Base
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern Boho Chic handcrafted square tiger bamboo Bistro, Game or Card table
Category
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables
Materials
Metal
Kovaks Enameled Steel Floor Lamp Shelving
Display Etagere Mid-Century Minimal
By George Kovacs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal G. Kovaks enameled steel tri-level floor lamp shelving & display etagere. Vintage 1970's
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970s Milo Baughman Style Burled Elm on Brass Base Jewelry Chest or End Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
1970s Mid-Century Modern small three drawer Burled Elm Jewelry chest on brass square tubing base
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Wall Mirror with Brass Frame, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Wall Mirror with Brass Frame, 1970s
Mid-century mirror with shiny brass frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
2er Set Vintage Mid Century Sessel Walter Knoll 1970er Armlehnstuhl
By Walter Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Designer: not specified
Country of origin: Germany
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Material: Fabric, wood
Approx
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Original Tue Poulsen Mid Century coffee table Haslev teak ceramic
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Tue Poulsen
Located in Berlin, DE
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Manufacturer: Haslev
Designer: Tue Poulsen
Country of origin: Denmark
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Material: Teak
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Italian Modern King Size Walnut Headboard
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This striking 1970’s Mid-Century Italian Modern king size headboard showcases sculptural walnut
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Marc Lalique for Lalique France, "Rambouillet" Crystalware Service for 6 People
By Lalique
Located in PARIS, FR
1970s, mid-century vintage design.
In very good condition and original boxes. Two sets available
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Sculptures Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
displayed as a pair. An incredible pair of vintage, mid-century pieces, circa 1970s.
Mid-Century
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Bookends
Materials
Resin
Mid Century Chair Rainer Daumiller Armrest Beech Vintage
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Berlin, DE
Country of origin: not specified
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Material: Beech,
Approx. dimensions: width
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Vintage dining chairs by Metaform, set of 5 - 1970s
By Metaform Holland
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage dining chairs by Metaform, set of 5 - 1970s - mid century modern leather dining chairs
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Franco Albini
Franca Helg AM/AS Floor Lamp in Chromed Metal and Glass
By Antonio Piva, Franco Albini and Franca Helg, Sirrah
Located in Barcelona, ES
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Mid-Century Modern floor lamp AM/AS series designed by Franco Albini and Franca Helg in collaboration
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Alessi 4 Parts Hors d
oeuvres Service Crystal Glass Designed Ettore Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass, Alessi
Located in Miami, FL
Ettore Sottsass, made in Italy, circa 1970s.
Mid-Century Modern Serveware, Barware in minimalism design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Vintage dining chairs by Metaform, set of 5 - 1970s
By Metaform Holland
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage dining chairs by Metaform, set of 5 - 1970s - mid century modern leather dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Isotta
Lamp by E. Gentile for Sormani, Italy, 1970s
By Sormani
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Design; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern; Italy; Sormani; E. Gentile; Simplicity; Minimalism
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass, Plastic
Opal Glass Table Lamp by Herwig
Frank Sterckx for De Rupel, Belgium 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Opal Glass Table Lamp by Herwig & Frank Sterckx for De Rupel, Belgium 1960s
1960s, 1970s – Mid
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20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
1970
s Cream Wool Sectional Sofa on Polished Brass Plinth Base w/ Ottoman
Located in Medina, OH
Sophisticated and inviting, 1970's mid-century modern cream wool sectional sofa on a polished brass
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Brass
1970s Christian Dior Home Style Modern Wicker and Plexiglass Picture Frame
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1970s Mid-Century Modern rectangular picture frame, designed and manufactured in Italy in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Wicker, Plexiglass
1970s Veneer Parsons Bench
Located in Medina, OH
Minimalist 1970s Mid-Century Modern design Parson's Bench. As you will see from the photos, this
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
70s Coat Rack
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Freestanding Coat Rack.
Eight hooks.
This stunning 70s coat rack
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Chrome
$984
Pair of Brno Flat Bar Chairs in the Manner of Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Brno flat bar chairs in the manner of Mies van der Rohe. This Pair of 1970s Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970s Romeo Rega Mid-Century Modern Brass and Silver Plate Italian Wine Cooler
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a Romeo Rega 1970s Mid-Century Modern Italian wine cooler, notable for its refined
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Leather Lounge Sofa/Living Room Set/7, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern sectional leather lounge sofa/living room set/7, Switzerland, 1970s
Mid
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mid Century Reed Bamboo Wrapped Glass Tropical Vase
Located in Toronto, CA
This unique 1970s mid-century vase is a beautiful example of natural craftsmanship and practical
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Wood, Glass, Bamboo
Set of 2 Hombre armchairs Rosenthal chair Burkhard Vogtherr 1970s
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Country of origin: Germany
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Material: Wood,
Approx. dimensions: Width: 63cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Murano Style Glass Ceiling Light with Pink Details, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
: 1970s
Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency, Italian Design, Murano Style
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Large Rattan Bamboo Round Planter / Basket with Brass Rim, Italy 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Rattan Bamboo Round Planter with Brass Rim, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern decorative rattan
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Rainer Daumiller armchairs vintage chair pine
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Berlin, DE
: not specified
Designer: Rainer Daumiller
Country of origin: not specified
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of 2 Vintage Candlesticks in Acrylic Glass and Chrome-plated Metal, 1970s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
2 Vintage Candlesticks - acrylic glass and chrome-plated metal, classic design - Italy 1970s - Mid
Category
20th Century Italian Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Cork Look Stone Lamps, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern Cork Look Stone Lamps, 1970s, Set of 2
Pair of 1970s Mid-Century Modern table
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cast Stone, Metal
Mid Century Rattan / Cane Double Headboard by
Angraves
England 1970s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid Century Modern Rattan / Cane Arch Shaped Double Headboard (4’ft), By Angraves England, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Minimalist Pine Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Pine, Italian, design, rustic, minimalist, wabi-sabi, 1970s, mid-century modern
A pair of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Pine, Fabric, Cotton
1970 Italian Rattan Bamboo Round Planter Basket with Brass Rim
Located in Barcelona, ES
Medium Size Rattan Bamboo Round Planter with Brass Rim, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern decorative
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass
Gaetano Sciolari Geometric Chrome Chandelier
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Antwerp, BE
be used, not a specific one preferred.
Period: 1970s – Mid-Century Modern.
Designer: Angelo Gaetano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Bouclé Wool, Italy, 1970s
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern;
This Soriana two-seater sofa, reupholstered in bouclé wool, was designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
$12,579 Sale Price
32% Off
Mid-Century Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia Lens Dining Chairs, Set of 3
By Giovanni Offredi, Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Marvelous 1970s Mid-Century Modern set of 3 lens dining chairs, designed by Giovanni Offredi for
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970
s Mcm Hodges Mersman Oak Smoked Glass End Tables, Set of 2
By Mersman
Located in Lake Worth, FL
estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Set of (2) 1970's Mid-Century Modern Lou Hodges Mersman style oak
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Oak
$952 Sale Price / set
26% Off
Vintage Cork Square End Table Side Table Cocktail Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
1970s mid-century modern design
: Natural cork surface with beautiful texture and variations
: Versatile
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Cork
Soriana Pouf by Afra
Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana; Cassina; Pouf; Ottoman; Red Fabric; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
$3,773 / item
Extendable vintage pine dining table in the style of Rainer Daumiller
Located in Berlin, DE
Epoch: 1970s, Mid Century
Material: Pine,
Approx. dimensions: width: 90-130cm, depth: 90cm, height 72cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
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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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