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Large French Modern Brass and Smoked Glass Mirror
By Maison Jansen, Pierre Cardin, Maria Pergay, Roche Bobois, Alain Delon
Located in Houston, TX
Large French Modern Brass And Smoked Glass Mirror.
This handsome French mid century modern mirror
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
2 French 1940 Brutalist Wrought Iron Chandeliers or Pendants in Poillerat Style
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern 1940s chandeliers or fixtures in the style of Gilbert Poillerat
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
1970 French Chaty Vallauris Gold Finish Sunburst Convex Mirror Wall Mirror, Two
By Chaty Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
Two 19.5 inches diameter French Mid-Century Modern convex sunburst mirror by Chaty Vallauris and
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Convex Mirrors
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern French Armchair in Oak and Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, solid oak, velvet, France, 1950s.
This French mid-century modern lounge chair from the
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Velvet, Oak
Vallauris French Glazed Grapes
Vine Leaves Ceramic Serving Plate Green and Red
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
French Mid-Century Modern glazed grapes and vine leaves ceramic, pottery serving plate in emerald
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Maison Lunel Style, French Modern, Bronze, Steel, Wall Lights, 21st c.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Maison Lunel Style, French Mid-Century Modern, Bronze, Steel, Star Motif Wall Sconces,
Unique and
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Signed by Artist French Midcentury Framed Glass Oil Painting Resting Nude Woman
Located in Miami, FL
Signed French Mid-Century Modern framed behind glass oil painting of a resting nude woman
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint, Glass
Pair French Modern Neoclassical Stools / Benches style of Jean-Michel Frank 1930
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Stools or Folding Benches in the style of the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
2 French Modern Neoclassical Plaster and Brass Chandeliers, Style of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical plaster chandelier in the style of Serge Roche. The plaster
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Modern Neoclassical Iron, Brass
Stone Side Table Attr. to Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical Guerdon, side or end table attributed to Jacques
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Stone, Brass, Wrought Iron
French 12 Light Chandelier Two Patina Brass by Maison Arlus 1950
By Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
Very elegant 12 Light French Mid-Century Modern, made circa 1950 with two patinas brass.
Designer
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Mod. Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Faux Bamboo Table Lamps, Maison Baguès, Pair
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless pair of French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical faux bamboo table lamps in gilt
Category
Mid-20th Century French Adam Style Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
French Modern Neoclassical Lacquer
Glass 2 Tier Cocktail Table, .Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical double level coffee table attributed to Maison
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze
$2,970 Sale Price
49% Off
1960
s Pair of French Sconces Attributed to Mathieu Matégot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Beirut, LB
Pair of superb French Mid-Century Modern three light sconces, in brass and white lacquered
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Iron Bench / Luggage Racks
Located in New York, NY
2 pairs of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical hand .wrought iron and partially gilt benches
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Midcentury Style Gilt Iron Cocktail Table from Design by Marc du Plantier
By Marc du Plantier
Located in New York, NY
A rare design for a French Mid-Century Modern cocktail table by Marc Duplantier in hand-hammered
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Midcentury Articulating Industrial Sconces/ Flush Mounts, J. Prouve, Pair
By Jean Prouvé
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern adjustable Marine Industrial wall lights or flush mount ceiling
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Bernard Brunier, French Mid-Century, Rosewood, Suede, Rare Sofa Set, 1960s
By Georges Coulon
Located in Manhasset, NY
Bernard Brunier, French Mid-Century Modern, Rosewood, Suede, Rare Sofa Set, France, 1960s
Rare and
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
Jacques Adnet Eight Light Chandelier Chrome
Opaline Glass Shades French
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Miami, FL
Antique White Opaline shades.
US Rewiring and takes 8 light bulbs with max. 40 watts.
French Mid-Century
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair French Shabby Chic, Louis XVI Wingback Lounge Chairs Attr. Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-century modern period high backed lounge chairs, armchairs, club chairs or
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
French Gild Steel Glass 2 Tier Console Table
Located in New York, NY
This French Mid-Century Modern two tier console table embodies artistic innovation. This console
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Steel
Willy Rizzo Style French Square Side Table Chrome, Brass
Smoked Glass Top, 2
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Miami, FL
Two French Mid-Century Modern square side tables Willy Rizzo style.
Chrome bases with top brass
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Mathieu Matégot Sconces Brass
Red Metal Mesh Shades France 60s Wall Lamps Pair
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of superb French Mid-Century Modern Mathieu Matégot sconces, wall lamps from the 1960.
Metal
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of French Mid-century Gilt Iron Faux Bamboo Lounge Chairs, Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Mid-century, Modern Neoclassical, Gilt Iron, Faux Bamboo
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Custom Pair of French Parchment Covered Side / End Tables after Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern style side or end tables after Paul Dupré-Lafon composed of
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Pierre Guariche Style Holophane Flush Mount Ceiling Light France, 1970
By Pierre Guariche, Holophane
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Holophane flush mount in the style of Pierre Guariche.
Beautiful
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Steel
French Oval Drinks Cart of Mahogany and Brass and Glass on Rolling Casters
Located in Austin, TX
A vintage French Mid Century Modern oval drinks cart table or serving bar trolley of mahogany and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp by Arlus, Brass
Glass, France, 1950s
By Maison Arlus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp by Arlus, Paris, 1950s.
Elegant French mid-century modern
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Large French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron
Crystal Wall Sconce, Maison Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Iconic French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical 5-light wall sconce by Maison Baguès. This
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair French Mid-Century Travertine
NIckel Table Lamps by Maison Barbier, 1970
By Philippe Barbier, Maison Barbier
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant Pair French Mid-Century Modern Travertine and NIckel Table Lamps by Philippe Barbier for
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Chrome
12 French Vintage Oyster Plates from Salins France C1960
By Salins
Located in Trensacq, FR
A set of a dozen French mid-century modern oyster plates in green, white and yellow glazed faience
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Pair of French Brass and Amethyst Lamps
By Willy Daro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern brass and amethyst lamps, in the manner of Willy Daro, circa
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Amethyst, Brass, Metal
$2,800 / set
Custom Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Side Tables, Poillerat
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical partially gilt wrought iron tables in the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
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Travertine, Wrought Iron
French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron
Basalt Stone Side Table by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical partially gilt wrought iron gueridon or side / end table by
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Gueridon
Materials
Stone, Wrought Iron
Mid Century Sconces Maison Arlus
By Arlus
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent pair of Arlus sconces. French Mid Century Modern Sconces by Maison Arlus. Solid brass
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Custom, Large French Mid-Century Bronzed Iron
Stone Console, Jacques Quinet
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and timeless Custom French Mid-Century Modern Style "Cross Form" console in the style of
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Pair French Mid-Century Marine Industrial Flush Mounts or Sconces, Jean Prouve
By Jean Prouvé
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern, Marine Industrial wall lights or ceiling flush mount fixtures in
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
French Maison Jansen Style Ebonized Ottomans, Set of 3
By Maison Jansen, Jules Leleu, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Dominique, Jean Prouvé
Located in Houston, TX
stools have a matte ebonized finish, tapered legs with brass sabots. These French Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of French Midcentury Iron
Limestone End/ Side Tables, Giacometti
By Jean-Michel Frank, Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Style Wrought Iron and Limestone Side or End Tables in
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables
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Limestone, Wrought Iron
French Mid-Century Minimalist
A16
Chandelier by Alain Richard for Disderot
By Disderot, Alain Richard
Located in New York, NY
Important French Mid-Century Modern chandelier or pendant known as "A16" by Alan Richard for
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
French Mid-20th Century Four-Light Iron Toned Chandelier in Leaf Foliage Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
brushed coloring, and wonderfully aged patina throughout. This French Mid-Century Modern chandelier has
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Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
French Midcentury Handstitched Leather Bench / Magazine Stand by Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century Modern handstitched leather bench / magazine rack by Jacques Adnet. The
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
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Leather
French Modern, Porcelain, Bronze, Monumental Torchiere Floor Lamps, France 1930s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern bronze floor torchiere lamps. A pair of spectacular solid bronze
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Mid-century Rattan Lounge Chairs by Janine Abraham
Dirk Jan Roi
By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol, Edition Rougier
Located in New York, NY
A confident, timeless, modern statement. An elegant and iconic pair of French Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
French Mid-Century Barware Wood and Brass Cocktail Stirrers Set, circa 1950
By Travail Francais
Located in Atlanta, GA
It is a stunning French Mid-Century Modern cocktail stirrer barware accessory. The bar piece was
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass
Expandable Dining Table by Pierre Guariche
A.R.P
By Pierre Guariche
Located in New York, NY
mid-century modern.
Ideally used as a desk, conference table, or dining table.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
French Midcentury Copper, Bronze and Brass Floral Table Lamp by Maison Charles
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century Modern copper, bronze and brass floral table lamp by Maison Charles et Fils. The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
$1,270 Sale Price
47% Off
French Mid-Century 3 Panel Wall Sconce / Floor Light Sculpture by Max Sauze
By Max Sauze
Located in New York, NY
Rare French Mid-Century Modern floor / wall light sconce sculpture by Max Sauze (France, 1933
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
1960s French Set/3 Crystal Fruit Laden Table Lamps - Pair + 1 Bronze Table Lamps
By Maison Charles
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's French Mid Century Modern Bronze/ Crystal Fruit Platter Lamps attributed to Maison Charles
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$1,320 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Modern Neoclassical Leather Strap Chair and Ottoman Attr. Pierre Lottier
By Pierre Lottier
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical black leather strap lounge / slipper chair and ottoman
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather
French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Table Lamps in the Style of Giacometti
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Hammered Wrought Iron Table Lamps in the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of 1950
s Mid-Century Modern Arlus Pendant Lights
By Arlus
Located in London, GB
Step into the timeless allure of mid-century elegance with this exquisite pair of French Mid
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Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Midcentury Marine Industrial Flush Mounts or Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern, marine industrial wall lights or ceiling flush mount fixtures
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
Two Pairs French Mid Century Plaster Sconces, Giacometti
Jean-Michel Frank
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Two Rare Pairs of French Mid-Century Modern plaster or white terracotta sconces in the style of
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Terracotta, Plaster
Set 6 French Modern Craftsman Leather Strap Bar Stools, Jean Michel Frank 1940
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Six French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman bar stools with hand-carved hardwood bases and seats
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Ottomans After Jansen
By Maison Jansen, Dominique, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu, Jean Prouvé
Located in Houston, TX
ottomans, benches or stools have a matte ebonized finish, tapered legs with brass sabots. These French Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s French Louis XVI Benches
Materials
Velvet, Wood
French Mid-Century Brass Faux Bamboo
Travertine Console by Maison Bagues
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Brass Faux Bamboo and Travertine Console by
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
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French Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French mid century modern for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every French mid century modern was constructed with great care. There are 28656 variations of the antique or vintage French mid century modern you’re looking for, while we also have 921 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French mid century modern, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A French mid century modern, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one French mid century modern that is appealing in its simplicity, but Charlotte Perriand, Guillerme et Chambron and Maison Jansen produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a French Mid Century Modern?
Prices for a French mid century modern can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $1,228,234, while the average can fetch as much as $2,836.
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 French 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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 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, 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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