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20th Century Greek Style Ceramic Hand Painted Vase Amphora
Located in Toledo, Castilla La Mancha
Classic Greek amphora from the mid-20th century, hand painted with geomeric shapes.
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Tea Set by Imperial Greek Key Detail Mid Century 15 Piece
Located in New York, NY
Mid century tea set or coffee set. White porcelain with gold accents. Red yellow and black design
Category
Mid-20th Century Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Architectural Model of an Early Greek Temple
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful composition model of a Greek temple.
The Greek temples consisted of the Cella, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Classical Greek Architectural Elements
Materials
Composition
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Lamps with Greek Key Motif
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of brass lamps with Greek key motif. Classic design. In the style of Parzinger and James Mont.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Greek Revival Large Urn
Located in Houston, TX
Greek Revival large stoneware urn with taupe ground and applied raised grapes and leaves with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Greek Revival Vases
Materials
Stoneware
$2,150
Siphnos, Greece
By Henri Cartier-Bresson
Located in Tulsa, OK
Signed in ink with artist's embossed stamp on recto
Category
Mid-20th Century Black and White Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Pair of Mid-19th Century Greek Revival Cast Iron Scrolled Balcony Brackets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of cast iron architectural balcony brackets of impressive weight and delicate design.
English or American, c. 1830.
Category
Antique 1830s William IV Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Dimos 18k Gold Classic Greek Cross with Peridot
Located in Athens, GR
A stunning piece of jewelry, this 18k gold granulated cross features beautiful peridot gemstones and filigree work. The cross pendant is meticulously crafted with granulation techniq...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Early Lalaounis for Zolotas 18K gold Greek made Chimera bypass bracelet, set with rubies and approx
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Weathered Classical Greek Statue or Sculpture, 20th Century
Located in North Beninngton, VT
Beautiful weathered Greek statue or sculpture. The statue is made some kind of concrete than wore
Category
Mid-20th Century American Statues
Dimos 18k Gold Classic Greek Cross with Blue Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
An 18k gold Greek Cross with blue sapphires, granulation, and filigree decoration is a stunning
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Stoneware Urn Figurial Greek Revival
Located in Houston, TX
Greek Revival large stoneware urn with taupe ground, dark brown raised figures and silver
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Greek Revival Vases
Materials
Stoneware
"Draped Chair" Gilt Bronze Sculpture by Marina Karella, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze sculpture by the Greek artist Marina Karella. "Draped Chair" numbered 4/8. Signed on
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture Scipione Tadolini the Greek Slave Second Half of the 19th Century
By Scipione Tadolini
Located in SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT, FR
artistic production of the Eternal City. The Greek Slave fully demonstrates his masterly talent and serves
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
20th Century Statue in Marble Mythology Greek Pluto Goddess Proserpine, 1940s
Located in Torino, Torino
Beautiful representation in white marble of the abduction of Proserpina by Pluto
Abduction of Proserpina
The subject is linked to the theme of the cycle of the seasons and is tak...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Statues
Materials
Marble
Pair of Greek Key Armchairs in Solid Brass by Mastercraft Furniture
By Mastercraft
Located in Canaan, CT
A pair of solid brass armchairs by Mastercraft Furniture, circa 1970.
The chairs were hand made in Italy and are constructed of sold brass with upholstered cushions.
This pair was ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Greek Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Greek Key Coffee Table by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Morristown, NJ
Beautiful Greek key brass coffee table by Mastercraft.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Louvre Classical Greek
Double Bull
Bookends on Marble Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The bulls have it!!!
1950s midcentury pair of double bull Classical statues purchased from the Louvre Museum in Paris. Nicely detailed cast stone highly stylized small scale Classica...
Category
Mid-20th Century Classical Greek Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone, Composition, Marble
Mastercraft Brass Greek Key Dining Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This Mastercraft brass dining table retains the made in Italy tag.
The Greek key motif is Classic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables
Pair of Cast Stone Greek Key and Swag Relief Urns
Located in Culver City, CA
The stone texture, color and embossed Grecian style decoration make this a charming pair of urns. Crafted with symmetry and beauty, fitting for an entrance way or a living room, thes...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone
10-Piece Collection Guerin Bouffioulx Belgian Pottery Greek and Egyptian Designs
By Guerin Bouffioulx
Located in Antwerp, BE
Greek and Egyptian designs by Roger Guerin. These pieces were made after the Second World War in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jard...
Pair of Stiffel Greek Key Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in Northbrook, IL
Classic Pair of Stiffel Lamps with Beautiful White Ceramic Bases and Solid Brass Greek Key Details
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$5,400 / set
Pair of Mid-20th Century Frederick Cooper Ceramic Lamps
By Frederick Cooper
Located in San Antonio, TX
An assembled pair of Frederick Cooper table lamps with Greek column painted decoration. These Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood, Paper
Jeff Goodman Sandcast Glass Greek Style Shelf
By Jeff Goodman
Located in Hudson, NY
Extremely heavy, originally custom made for use as a fireplace mantle. 2 available. price is for each. Jeff Goodman glasswork has appeared in numerous shows,galleries,and museums thr...
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Bust of "Greek Slave" by Hiram Powers
By Hiram Powers
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
"It appears to me difficult to imagine a more beautiful and faultless representation of the "human form divine". But for the chain which binds her wrists the figure might be taken fo...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century North American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
Pair of Italian Greek Key Mastercraft Armchairs 2
By Mastercraft
Located in Canaan, CT
A very desirable pair of Mastercraft armchairs. The Greek key brass chairs show an aged patina to
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mastercraft End Tables with Greek Key Details
By Mastercraft
Located in Canaan, CT
Pair of Mastercraft end tables with Greek key details.
They are truly beautiful tables showing
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Metal
Pair of Kittinger Two Tone, Greek Key Chests
By Kittinger
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of green on green Greek key three drawer chests by Kittinger. Excellent as found condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$9,000 / set
Mastercraft Vintage Brass and Glass Round Greek Key Table
By Mastercrafters
Located in Pasadena, CA
.
Clear round bevelled glass top.
Greek Key brackets.
Two-tone brass and aluminium base.
Pedestal feet
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Greek Figural Scenes, Raw Umber and Sienna, Cushions
By Simeona Leona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of four vintage printed cushions. Cotton. Raw umber and sienna overtones with high lights of color.
- Linen on reverse, see image.
- 75/25 goose feather and down inserts.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
French Modern Mahogany "Greek Key" Coffee Table, Andre
Sornay
By Andre Sornay
Located in Hollywood, FL
The rectangular top above a shaped wood frame in a Greek key motif forming shelves and layers.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-19th Century Green Painted Iron Garden Vases on Plinth Bases
Located in London, GB
Of classical circular tazza form on square bases, painted a dark green.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Classical Greek Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Louis XV Fauteuil of Fruitwood Dressed in Greek Key Linen
Located in Charlottesville, VA
now, cut linen Greek key fabric. The look is Classic and sophisticated yet will allow for the "mix" to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Linen, Fruitwood
1970
s mastercraft round brass coffee table with greek key detail
By Mastercraft
Located in Canaan, CT
one of the more desirable pieces from Mastercraft furniture.
this table is in fantastic condition with only showing a patina from age.
no dents!
original glass is in very good co...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
18K Gold
Sapphire Enameled Brevetto Italian Perfume Bottle Greek Vase Pendant
Located in Overland Park, KS
18k Yellow Gold Enameled Brevetto & Cabochon Sapphire Italian Perfume Bottle Charm. Greek Roman
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Revival More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pair of Bleached Oak Consoles with Metal Greek Key Pattern and Marble Tops
Located in Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire
Pair of stylish French bleached oak console tables with metal Greek key decoration and marble tops
Category
Mid-20th Century French Console Tables
Materials
Marble
Hazel Atlas Orange White
Black Greek Key Theme 6 Cocktail Glasses
Ice Bucket
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a very unique Mid-Century Modern Hazel Atlas set of six Tom Collins tall cocktail
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Milk Glass
Blue and white dragon dish Delft, 1722-1757 The Greek A pottery
By Delft
Located in ROSSUM, GE
Blue and white dragon dish. Delft, 1722-1757
The Greek A pottery
Mark: AIK, period of Jacob van der
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Baroque Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Nickel
Granite Greek Key Two Tier Side Table by Global Views
By Global Views
Located in New London, CT
Long discontinued, this two tiered polished nickel and black granite table is in near perfect shape. Perfect between a pair of chairs or as a side table. Heavy and well-made as globa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Granite, Nickel
Great Pair of Greek Key Console Tables in the Manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A great pair of console tables in steel with glass top and Greek Key design in the manner of Paul
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Steel
Set 8 Greek Key Dining Chairs, 2 Arm and 6 Armless, Attributed to James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Houston, TX
Simple Mid-Century Modern design set of eight dining chairs, includes two armchairs and six side
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Greek Key Turquoise Leather Ebonized Far East Baker Dining Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Palm Springs, CA
attributed to Michael Taylor. The captains chairs have a greek key pattern and the four side chairs are
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Large Ionic Plaster Capital 20th Century Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Large Ionic Plaster capital, 20th century. Provenance; almost certainly from the Royal Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Classical Greek Architectural Elements
19th Century Large Ribbed Terracotta Jar
Located in Alella, ES
Hand coiled ribbed ceramic jar decorated with mustard yellow glazed around neck. Mouth: 10 1/2 " diameter.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Greek Jars
Materials
Pottery
20th Century marble horse sculpture "Phidias
s Horse"
By Giovanni Zanon
Located in Rome, IT
20th Century Marble horse head sculpture "Phidias's horse" sculpted by Giovanni Zanon (deceased
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Greek Animal Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
19th Century Marble Based Mantle Clock with Cherubs
Located in London, Nottinghill
Greek style. The clock measures 18 inches high , 9 inches wide and 9 inches in depth and ways 28 lbs.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Classical Greek Mantel Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Large 20th Century Bronze Sculpture of Seated Hermes Figure with Winged Sandals
Located in Houston, TX
This large sculpture of a seated Hermes is after the first century BC original from the villa of
Category
Mid-20th Century European Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Grand Tour Urn Vase
Located in Richmond, London
ancient Greek style. English, mid-19th century. Wonderful and rare object for modern or classic interiors
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Earrings with Tourmaline
Located in Athens, GR
Classic Greek earrings set in 18k yellow gold with tourmalines gemstones. The filigree and
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Drop Earrings
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Filigree Earrings with Peridot
Located in Athens, GR
Elegant classic Greek earrings set in 18k yellow gold with beautiful peridot gemstones. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Drop Earrings
Materials
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Filigree Earrings with Tourmaline
Located in Athens, GR
Classic Greek earrings set in 18k yellow gold with tourmalines gemstones. The filigree and
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Drop Earrings
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dimos 18k Gold Classic Cross with Rubies and Granulation
Located in Athens, GR
18k gold cross pendant with rubies and granulation decoration that combines elegance and religious symbolism.
The cross is adorned with rubies, which are precious gemstones known f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Earrings with Turquoise Stone
Located in Athens, GR
Earrings crafted from 18-karat yellow gold adorned with turquoise and intricate granulation details offer a captivating blend of elegance and artistry. The warmth of the yellow gold ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Drop Earrings
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Earrings with Lapis Lazuli
Located in Athens, GR
Stunning and luxurious earrings, crafted from 18k gold featuring intricate filigree and granulation decoration. The focal point of the design is the beautiful Lapis Lazuli gemstones,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Drop Earrings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k Gold Era
s Hammered Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
The Era’s pendant. This pendant brings together different eras of workmanship‘s. The center showcases the hammer technic. Filigree and granulation work on the hoop. Simple but still ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Dimos 22k Gold Filigree Sfalaki Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
The "Sfalaki" pendant in the smallest and super cute size set in 22k yellow gold. Perfect for layering. The filigree it’s wrapped from the center all the way to the edge. Make sure ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Materials
22k Gold
Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
Located in Athens, GR
Benaki Museum in Athens Greece. It’s estimated mid 5th century BC. The top brown parts it’s hosting a
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, 22k Gold
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Greek mid century you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and stone, every Greek mid century was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Greek mid century, we have 811 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Greek 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. A Greek mid century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. Mastercraft, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Baker Furniture Company each produced at least one beautiful Greek mid century that is worth considering.
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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 sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What 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 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.
- 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 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. - 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
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Komfort On Sale
Korean Chest On Chest
Korean Mirror Box