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1960s Czech Geometric Wooden Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
lines of Czech design with a mid-century modern inflection, this understated piece infuses an appealing
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Bentwood Armchairs, Czechoslovakia 1950
Located in North Miami, FL
These very chic Czechoslovakian mid-century modern armchairs with bent wood frame in slats and
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
1960s Czech Upholstered Wooden Armchairs
Located in High Point, NC
contrast with the black-painted wood. This elegant vintage pair epitomize the Mid-Century Modern synthesis
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,795 / set
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Roster by Judit Nador, 1970s
By Judit Nador
Located in New York, NY
iridescence that became a hallmark of Zsolnay’s production during the mid-20th century.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Lounge Chair by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
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This exceptional Mid-Century Modern Art Deco lounge chair was designed by Czech master Jindřich
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Lounge Chair by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
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This exceptional Mid-Century Modern Art Deco lounge chair was designed by Czech master Jindřich
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Unique Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs, 1970s
4 Pieces
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Mid-Century Modern rocking chairs, from the 1970s.
The 4 pieces have a neat wooden architecture and
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$1,139 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Stool
New Teddy Upholstery Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Stool with New Teddy Upholstery, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Embodying the
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Stool
New Teddy Upholstery Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Stool with New Teddy Upholstery, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Embodying the
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
TON Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Sculptural Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Magda Sépová for TON, lounge chair, fiberglass, fabric, coated steel, Czechoslovakia, 1962
This armchair by Magda Sépová embraces the aesthetic sensibility that prevailed in the 195...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Cofee Table in Oak, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
This is a beautiful and elegant coffee table from 1960s. Produced in Czechoslovakia in oak wood. Completely restored to an original condition. The table stands on elegant, oak legs w...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
$267 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid Century Modern Cabinet Made in 1940s Czechia, Fully Restored
By Krasna JIzba
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
the original process.
Sold individually.
This item features classic Mid-Century Modern (MCM
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Ash
Mid-Century Modern Stool with Woven Rope Seat, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Stool with Woven Rope Seat, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
A charming and sculpturally
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Rope, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Green Leather Chairs, 1970s
3 Pieces
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Green design chairs with faux leather.
Manufactures in the 1970s.
In good original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
$1,613 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1960s Czech Wooden Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of 1960s Czech Wooden Armchairs embodies the minimalist design aesthetic of mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,795 / set
Czech Leather Brown Sofa, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
This sofa was produced in Czech Republic during the 1970s. It features a wood structure and brown
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
This elegant mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Timeless Pair of Jindřich Halabala Mid-Century Modern Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Timeless Pair of Jindřich Halabala Mid-Century Modern Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
A masterful
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
Mid Century Modern Figure of a Female Nude by Bohumil Kokrda
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning Mid Century Modern figure of the female nude. This white
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Oak Lounge Chairs by Antonín Heythum, Prague, 1930s
By Antonin Heythum
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Oak Lounge Chairs by Antonín Heythum, Prague, 1930s
This rare pair of oak
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Vintage 1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Modern Figure of a Female Nude by Bohumil Kokrda
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning large Mid Century Modern figure of the female nude. This
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-century modern Sputnik chandelier by Lustry Kamencký Šenov
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mid-century modern Sputnik chandelier by Lustry Kamencký Šenov in very nice original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Czech Bentwood Armchairs by Tatra
Located in High Point, NC
that distinguish Czech Design of the mid-20th century.
Made in the 1960s, the stylish monochromatic
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Bentwood
$2,795 / set
Midcentury Czech Side Table, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
This dresser or table was made in the 1960s in the former Czechoslovakia. The piece has been completely restored, and the Opaxit glass plates are original.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Design Dining Chair Set by Ton, 1968, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern design dining chair set by TON, 1968 Czechoslovakia. In the style of
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$854 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Mid Century Modern Freestanding Clock By Prim, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By PRIM Clocks
Located in Zohor, SK
company during the 1960s. This exceptional example of Mid-Century Modern design features a sculptural
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Ash Wood and Glass Coffee Table, Praque, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Ash wood and glass coffee table, Praque 1950s
It is made in the Czech
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Ash
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Brass Wall Sconce, Prague 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Brass Wall Sconce, Prague 1960s
This Mid-Century Modern Brutalist
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1960s Czech Wooden Upholstered Armchairs, Pair
Located in High Point, NC
design with a mid-century modern inflection to shine an understated elegance that infuses a sense of calm
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
$2,795 / set
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, S. Tabera, 1970s
By Stepan Tabera, OPP Jihlava
Located in Chorzów, PL
Red glass table lamp designed by Stephan Tabera, manufactured by OPP Jihlava in Czechoslovakia around 1970. Very good condition without damage.
Efficient lamp, bulb E27 thread.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
$284 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, S. Tabera, 1970s
By Stepan Tabera, OPP Jihlava
Located in Chorzów, PL
Red glass table lamp designed by Stephan Tabera, manufactured by OPP Jihlava in Czechoslovakia around 1970. Very good condition without damage.
Efficient lamp, bulb E27 thread.
...
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
$284 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, S. Tabera, 1970s
By OPP Jihlava, Stepan Tabera
Located in Chorzów, PL
Red glass table lamp with a white shade designed by Stephan Tabera, produced by OPP Jihlava in Czechoslovakia around 1970. Very good condition without damage.
Efficient lamp, bulb E...
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
$284 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s Mid-Century Modern Shell Lounge Chair in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, fabric, beech, steel, lacquered laminated wood, Czech Republic, 1950s
This chair
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Pair, ca. 1960s
2 Pieces
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Mid-century modern armchairs in pairs from the 1960s.
The original solid and comfortable structure
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Leather
$1,708 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass & Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s – 21 Glass Elements
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Bohemian Mid-Century Modern Glass & Chrome Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s – 21 Glass Elements
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Extendable Walnut Dining Table By Mier, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Mier Furniture
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful mid-century dining table produced by Mier in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s, with the
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Frosted Glass Chandelier, Prague, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
. Light patina on brass; glass in pristine condition.
Style:
Mid-Century Modern, Czech Modernism
Origin
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Czech Glass Pendant
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and metal pendant lamp from Czechia, produced during the 20th Century. Descending from the
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$795 / item
Mid-Century Modern Orange Wall Sconces, Czechoslovakia, 1960s – 48+ Available
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Orange Wall Sconces, Czechoslovakia, 1960s – 48+ Available.
Bring bold vintage
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in High Point, NC
furniture makers of the mid-20th Century, the design combines the cushioned comfort of a gently reclined
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,795 / set
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Original Lemon Upholstery, Praque 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs in original lemon upholstery, Praque 1950s
Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Midcentury Armchair from Czech, 1960s
By Antonín Kybal 1
Located in Praha, CZ
The fabric upholstery probably made by Antonin Kybal.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$467 Sale Price
50% Off
Chřibská"" Art Glass 1960s Czech Republic
By Bohemia
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful Chřibská"" Czech glass . Art Glass. Hand made in the Czech Republic says the
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Wooden Armchairs by Ton, a Pair
By TON a.s.
Located in High Point, NC
Handcrafted in 1960s Czechia by TON furniture makers, this pair of Midcentury Modernist armchairs are a find to treasure. The silhouette is stylish and clean, softened by rounded edg...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
Enhance your home with this stylish pair of 1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs. These mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Czech Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,795 / set
Mid-Century Modern Oak and Canvas Stool by Jan Vaněk, Prague, 1940s
By Jan Vanek
Located in Almelo, NL
canvas webbing
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Czech Functionalism
Condition: Excellent vintage
Quantity: 1
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Stool with New Teddy Upholstery, CZ 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Stool with New Teddy Upholstery, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
A charming
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage Czech Armchairs by Tatra, A Pair
By Tatra Pravenec
Located in High Point, NC
units, and for playful compact furniture that distinguish Czech design of the mid-20th century. The arms
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
$3,795 / set
Mid-Century Modern 3 Piece Dresser Cologne Bottle Set
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 3 piece set of dresser bottles with silver tops from Czechoslovakia c.1960. In excellent condition with minimal wear, unpolished. Sold and priced as a 3 piece set. Ribbed gl...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Modern Glass
Materials
Silver
Tall Mid-Century Modern Sideboard In Walnut By Jitona, Czechoslovakia
By Jitona
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful 1960s walnut cabinet, or high sideboard. Produced in Czechoslovakia by Jitona. Made in a combination of oak wood on some parts and walnut veneer on the rest. Beautiful vene...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak, Walnut
$598 Sale Price
60% Off
1960s Czech Modernist Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of 1960s armchairs epitomizes the restful equilibrium of Czech Modernist design. The bold
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Hardwood
$2,795 / set
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
Light and stylish, this pair of Mid-Century armchairs showcase the sophistication of Central
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,795 / set
Mid-Century Modern Thonet-Style Rocking Chair by Stendig Co.
By Michael Thonet, Stendig Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful example of mid-century craftsmanship, this bentwood cane rocking chair by Stendig
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Bentwood
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
Light and stylish, this pair of Mid-Century armchairs showcase the sophistication of Central
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
$2,795 / set
Mid-century modern desk lamps by Josef Hurka for Lidokov
By Josef Hurka, Lidokov
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mid-century modern desk lamps by Josef Hurka for Lidokov in very nice original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Czech Grey Upholstered Armchairs, A Pair
Located in High Point, NC
with the black-painted wood. This elegant vintage pair epitomize the Mid-Century Modern synthesis of
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,795 / set
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Czech Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Czech mid century modern you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every Czech mid century modern was constructed with great care. There are 4005 variations of the antique or vintage Czech mid century modern you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Czech mid century modern 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 Czech mid century modern, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made Czech mid century modern has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Kamenicky Senov, Jindrich Halabala and Josef Hurka are consistently popular.
How Much is a Czech Mid Century Modern?
A Czech mid century modern can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $857, while the lowest priced sells for $89 and the highest can go for as much as $37,250.
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 Czech Mid Century Modern
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
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