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Mid-Century Modern Heavy Black Copper High Table Model Candlestick
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Heavy black copper candlestick for one thick candle.
This wonderful mid-century modern item has an
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Heavy Black Copper Low Table Model Candlestick
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Heavy black copper candlestick for one medium thick candle.
This wonderful Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Copper
Mid-century Copper and Brass Cannon-Shaped Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century copper and brass cannon-shaped umbrella stand, 1950s
Intact and in good condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Art Studio Hammered Bronze Copper Table Lamp
Located in Lomita, CA
lamp
mid 20th Century
The rounded square-section body with bulbous sides with hammered detailing
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
$875 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Industrial Mid Century Modern Copper Metal "Ship Turbine" Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial Mid Century Modern Copper Metal "Ship Turbine" Table Lamp. Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Clear Glass Mid-Century Copper Conical Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
A larger sized clear glass pendant.
France, c1950s.
Copper gallery.
Conical base with open
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Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Opal Glass Lamp with Copper Shade and Copper Fixture, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional.
The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light bulbs are not included.
It is possible to...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
Vintage Mid-Century Modern hand made Copper Watering Can, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern copper watering can with a long spout, made by Wall
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Copper
Mid Century Modern Gold and Copper Wall Art by Greg Copeland
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional mid century modern wall art by artist Greg Copeland. Features a fantastic display of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Scholar s Objects
Materials
Metal
$315 Sale Price
64% Off
Large Spanish Round Mid Century Modern Copper Plated Sunburst Mirror
Located in Buchanan, NY
This large Spanish round copper plated mirror from the 1950s boasts a wonderfully proportioned mid
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Three-Tier Stand, Hand-Painted Enamel
Copper, Italy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
hand painted on molded enamel trays lined in copper with a brass pole in the center. We think it is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Copper, Enamel
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century French Large Scale Copper / Cast Iron
Brass Lanterns - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of rustic French three light copper lanterns. The wiring is new. They have three
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
Mid-Century Walnut Brass Copper Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, copper and walnut wood frame with 6 arms fitted each with E14 sockets and opaline glass
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Walnut Brass Copper Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, copper and walnut wood frame with 4 arms fitted each with E14 sockets and opaline glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Hammered Copper Umbrella Stand on Cast Iron Base
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Umbrella stand made of hammered copper on a cast iron base probably dating from the 1950s.
This
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Copper, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Copper and Verdigris Botanical wall Mirror
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Imperfections and tarnish to the copper and minor scuffs to mirror.
DescriptionThis striking Mid
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Copper
mid 19th century brass revolving fireplace toaster with copper inlaid hearts
Located in London, GB
A mid 19th century brass revolving fireplace toaster, with copper inlaid hearts.
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Copper, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Copper Table Lamp with Original Shades, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps crafted in polished copper, each with a bold gourd-shaped
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Oiva Parviainen Mekka Flower Table, Copper
Teak, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Mid-Century Modern flower table by Finnish designer Oiva Parviainen from his Pehmo series for
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Copper
Moorish style lamp in patinated copper and painted glass, France, Mid-Century
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Mid-Century Moorish / Oriental / Andalusian Islamic style lamp.
In patinated copper and painted
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Mid-20th Century French Islamic Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper
$940 Sale Price
20% Off
Erotic Copper Repoussé Relief of an Orgy with French Soldiers, Mid- 19th Century
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This rare and damaged copper repoussé relief 18 people in erotic play involving French soldiers of
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
$280 Sale Price
49% Off
Mid-Century Casa Devall 2-Tier Copper Brass Brutalist Sunburst Wall Sculpture
By Casa Devall
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Casa DeVall 2-Tier Copper
Brass Brutalist Metal Sunburst Wall
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Studio Handwrought Bronze, Brass and Copper Candlesticks Mid-Century Modern
Located in North Miami, FL
These substantial and very heavy one of a kind handwrought Mid-Century Modern machine parts studio
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
French Enameled Copper Blue Butterfly Wall Decoration Colored Glass Mid-Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French copper enameled blue butterfly, with colored pieces of glass.
Signed A. B. Limoges
Limoges
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Vintage 1960s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Copper
Mid Century Italian Brutalist Copper Magazine Rack / Newspaper Stand C.1970
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Italian Brutalist Copper Magazine Rack / Newspaper Stand C.1970
in very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Copper
$1,199 Sale Price
30% Off
Modernist Enameled On Copper Bowl Plate Mid Century Fish Design
By Ellamarie
Jackson Woolley
Located in San Diego, CA
excellent condition , no chips or cracks great for any mid century , Danish modern home decor.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Mid-Century "Blacksmith" Hanging Copper Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Curtis Jere "The Blacksmith" copper & brass wall sculpture featuring a countryside scenic complete
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Vintage 1960s American Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
$581 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-19th Century French Copper Repousse Chateau Grape Gathering Basket
Located in Fayetteville, AR
-nineteenth century hand hammered copper repousse grape gathering basket stands at an impressive 34.5 inches
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Decorative Baskets
Materials
Copper
Harald Buchrucker hammerblow copper jug 1960s straight mid-century modern design
By Harald Buchrucker
Located in Landshut, BY
Harald Buchrucker
hammerblow copper jug
1960s
straight mid-century modern design
H / height
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Copper
$323 Sale Price
28% Off
very decorative mid century COPPER PICTURE relief picture sailboat sun vintage d
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful and decorative mid century copper wall decoration with a stylized depiction of a
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern handmade artist
s wooden plate with copper signature, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
With a very decorative branding pattern.
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Copper
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Copper Enameled Wall Plaques, circa 1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural wall plaques. Modern day couple in three sections
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Mid Century Modern Abstract Design Copper Enamel Platter Harold Tishler 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and rich Mid Century Modern Copper Enamel Platter by Harold Tishler from the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Mid Century Bronze and Copper Bed attr. to Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Beograd, RS
I. This listing you will find a striking Mid Century Modern Bed Frame, design attr. to the master
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bronze, Copper
Mid-century magazine rack in hammered copper, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / magazine rack / copper / Rustic / Mid-century
French rustic magazine holder in
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Antique Early 19th Century French Rustic Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Copper Carl Auböck Standing Ashtray Vienna 1950
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage brass and copper standing ashtray, which was designed by Carl Auböck and
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass, Copper
Italian mid-century modern glass chandelier with copper decoration, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Beautiful chandelier dating back to the mid-twentieth century, as can be denoted by the materials used
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Pair of Copper Wall Sconces with Arrows
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A stylish pair of wall lights, made off metal with a gold patina finish. The arrows-shaped are intertwined. The candle holders are made of moulded resin. All lamps have E14 fittings....
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Exceptional
Elegant Mid Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamp Finland 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Rare, lovely and elegant Mid-Century Modern copper pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Mid Century Modern Copper Metal Wall Light Butterfly Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage metal wall light in butterfly shape, designed and executed in Austria
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid Century Silver on Copper Pitcher with Parrot by Los Castillo
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pitcher handcrafted in silver plate on hammered copper in modern form featuring a stone
Category
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Stone, Silver Plate, Copper
Elegant Mid Century Copper Pendant Lamp by Falkenbergs Belysning Sweden 1960s
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, highly decorative and elegant Mid-Century Modern solid copper pendant lamp or
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Copper Pendant Light by Tapio Wirkkala, c.1959
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Surrey, GB
A mid-century three tier pendant comprising Idman K2-133 copper anodised shades with a teak
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Brazilian Wood and Copper Desk with Drawers, Mid Century Brazilian Modern
By Atelier BAM
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Marajoara desk with drawer is a study upon Mid Century Modern utilitarian furniture, with Brazilian
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Copper
William Conrad Severson Mid-Century Modern Patinated Copper Vine Sculpture
By William Conrad Severson
Located in St. Louis, MO
This piece is an early example of artist William Conrad Severson work on copper. This large
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Copper
exceptional large 1950s 60s mid century wall CANDLE HOLDER hammered copper
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very decorative wall candlestick from the 1950s/60s. Made of hammered copper. For a round or
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candle Sconces
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp in Copper, Braas
Opaline Glass
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp in Copper, Braas & Opaline Glass
Fully functional
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Copper and Leather Tea Warmer, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Copper and Leather Tea Warmer, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Metal
Industrial Mid-Century Modernist Copper Pendant by Hans Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modernist copper pendant featuring a clean, industrial design. Polished copper with a
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Mid-century Hand Painted Hammered Copper Relief Wall Art Framed, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century hand-painted hammered copper relief wall art pair featuring a Haitian couple
Category
Vintage 1950s Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Copper
$900 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Danish Copper Pendant from Lyfa, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in Hamburg, DE
its clear geometry. The basic shape forms a hexagonal, black body. Three copper ribbons are braided
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Copper and Glass Wall Lights
5 Available
Located in London, GB
A naturally patinated copper wall light, with glass inner bulb shade.
Denmark, c1990s.
Good
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Mid-20th Century Danish Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Exceptional
Large Mid-Century Modern Copper Pendant Lamp Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern three-armed cascading pendant lamp
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Danish Mid Century Petite Rosewood and Copper Console by J. Holmer-Hansen
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Lutz, FL
Petite Mid Century Brutalist Danish rosewood console table with one drawer embellished with copper
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Copper
1950s Italian Mid-Century Copper Brass
Mosaic Tile Round Side Table
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this exceptional Mid-Century Modern side table, likely Italian, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s Side Tables
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid Century Copper Pendant Light By VEB Metaldrucker Halle Circa 1970s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid Century Copper Pendant Light By VEB Metaldrucker Halle Circa 1970s
- Layered copper diffusers
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Paolo De Poli Red Enameled Copper Italian Door Handle, circa 1960
By Paolo De Poli, Gio Ponti
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Mid-Century Modern iconic Italian door handle by the enameller and painter Paolo De Poli (1905–1996
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Copper
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Find many varieties of an authentic copper mid century available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, copper and brass, every copper mid century was constructed with great care. Find 3445 options for an antique or vintage copper mid century now, or shop our selection of 115 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the copper mid century you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right copper mid century, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one copper mid century that is appealing in its simplicity, but Curtis Jere, Jo Hammerborg and Fog
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The average selling price for a copper mid century at 1stDibs is $1,585, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $295,000 for the highest priced.
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
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