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Midcentury Robert Heritage Sideboard in Golden Oak
By G.W. Evans, Robert Heritage
Located in London, GB
-Century Modern design. Robert Heritage sideboard credenza for Heals Tottenham Court Road London. A very
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Archie Shine Drum Table For Robert Heritage
By Archie Shine
Located in Dorchester, GB
Heritage for Archie Shine, 1960s, London.
Tripod pedestal design with four drawers with recessed handles
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Hamilton Rosewood Extending Dining Table by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine
By Archie Shine, Robert Heritage
Located in Southampton, GB
1960s Hamilton rosewood extending dining table by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine. This table
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
Large Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror by Drexel Heritage
By Drexel
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful midcentury wall mirror. Made by Drexel Heritage. In the Hollywood Regency style. Gold in
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Midcentury Teak Knightsbridge Sideboard by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine, 19
By Robert Heritage, Archie Shine
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Heritage.
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
DREXEL HERITAGE Mid 20th Century Burl Walnut Cabinet End Side Table
By Drexel
Located in Charlotte, NC
revealing interior storage. Made in North Carolina, USA, in the mid 20th Century.
Style #: 007-377
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Mirror, Large Mid Century Asian Style Wall Mirror by Drexel Heritage
Located in Glendale, CA
Beautiful mid century wall mirror. Made by Drexel Heritage. Painted in black and gold with Asian
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Mid-Century Drexel Heritage Marble Cocktail Table Attributed to Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful 1960s dark mahogany and marble cocktail table attributed to Edward Wormley. It rises on scrolled legs joined by stretchers and a central shelf. Simple design enhanced by be...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Heritage Burl Wood Bedside Cabinets
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
Absolutely stunning Drexel Heritage bedside cabinets in burl ashwood. These are part of the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Beaver and Tapley Illuminated Book Case/Display Cabinet
By Beaver and Tapley, Robert Heritage
Located in London, GB
the 'Multi Width' range designed by Robert Heritage. Can be used as a book case, display cabinet or
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Rosewood Chest of Drawers
By Robert Heritage
Located in Arundel, GB
Stunning pair of Rosewood chest of drawers by acclaimed British designer Robert Heritage. British
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Frank Lloyd Wright Mirror for Heritage Henredon
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Nashville, TN
Rare wall mirror designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage Henredon.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mahogany
DREXEL HERITAGE Woodbriar Campaign Style Glass Top Cocktail Tables - Pair
By Drexel
Located in Charlotte, NC
, in the mid 20th century.
Measures: 23.75 W 23.75 D 16.5 H
Exceptionally good condition with signs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Nutwood
American Modern Upholstered Sec Sofa, Frank LLoyd Wright for Heritage Henredon
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Hollywood, FL
American modern upholstered sectional sofa, 1950's, Frank LLoyd Wright for Heritage Henredon.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Robert Heritage Hamilton Credenza for Archie Shine Rosewood and Teak, 1958
By Archie Shine
Located in Hudson, NY
Hamilton sideboard by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine
Rosewood and teak
circa 1958
British
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Multicolored bright Rug floral pattern Modern classic- Aubusson Heraldy Heritage
By Tapis Rouge Atelier
Located in Seattle, WA
Modern Classics collection is a contemporary approach to timeless patterns from Persian damasks to French floral ornaments, presented in up-to-date color schemes. The collection evok...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Mid-Century Modern Western Europe...
Materials
Silk
Unique Mid Century Hand Painted Terracotta Bust
Located in Tarleton, GB
around the globe to own a piece of mid-century heritage.
Whether you are looking to enhance your
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
Drexel Heritage Midcentury Desk
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel heritage midcentury desk
This desk is 48 wide x 24 deep x 29.75 inches high
All pieces
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Walnut and Brass Round Coffee Table
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel Heritage Mid Century walnut and brass round coffee table
This table is 42 wide and 42 deep
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Upholstered Blue Club Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel Heritage mid century upholstered blue club lounge chairs - pair
These chairs measure: 29
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Paul McCobb Style Henredon Heritage Mid Century Walnut 1-Door 5-Drawer Desk
By Paul McCobb, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb style Henredon heritage Mid Century walnut 1-door 5-drawer desk
Desk measures: 54 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Walnut and Brass 10 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel heritage mid century walnut and brass 10 drawer lowboy dresser
Each dresser measures: 68
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Brass Cane and Glass Side End Table
By Drexel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Drexel heritage mid century brass cane and glass side end table
This end table measures: 26 wide x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
Heritage Mid-Century Modern Campaign Style Walnut Gentleman
s Chest
By Heritage Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style gentleman's chest or highboy dresser
Category
Vintage 1970s American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Midcentury Leaded Glass Display Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Tucson, AZ
Beautiful midcentury display cabinet or etagere, with genuine, curved, leaded glass doors and side panels. Lighting in both the top and bottom of each section. Shelves are wood with ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Lead
Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Cane Rolling Bar Cocktail Dessert Tea Cart
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Attractive Mid-Century Modern walnut and cane rolling bar cart with Heritage stamped inside its
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Midcentury Sheraton Mahogany Green Leather Tufted Side Chair
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
A Stunning side or desk chair by Heritage Furniture, circa 1950s. Heritage later became Drexel
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Lingerie Chest
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style gentleman's chest or lingerie chest
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Lowboy Dresser Buffet Sideboard Credenza MCM
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Heritage lowboy dresser or buffet / server. Made of walnut featuring
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lowboys
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Carved Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Rolling Upholstered Benches
By Drexel
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
. The are designed in the mid century style with a chinoiserie twist. The walnut frames are sturdy and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Boat-Shaped Coffee Table, 1961
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern boat-shaped coffee or cocktail table by Drexel Heritage. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid Century Palazzo Walnut Bar Buffet Console Cabinet 40"
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century 1960s Drexel Heritage Palazzo collection Regency style bar cabinet / buffet / console
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Formica, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Large Walnut Framed Beveled Wall Mirror
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut framed large beveled glass wall mirror
By Drexel Heritage
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight Mid-Century Modern high back dining chairs
By Drexel Heritage
USA, Circa
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency high back dining chairs
By Drexel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Lacquer
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern high back dining chairs
By Drexel Heritage
USA, Circa
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency high back dining chairs
By Drexel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Lacquer
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency high back dining chairs
By Drexel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six of Mid-Century Modern high back dining chairs
By Drexel Heritage
USA, Circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Heritage Henredon Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare signed Henredon Heritage midcentury dresser, chest of drawers done in walnut. Note the piece
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Heritage Henredon Small Four-Drawer Chest
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare signed Henredon Heritage midcentury dresser, chest of drawers done in walnut.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Henredon Nightstands with Sliding Shelf
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare pair of matching signed Henredon Heritage midcentury nightstands, end tables done in walnut.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Drexel Heritage Matchbook Walnut Rectangular Extendable Parsons Dining Table MCM
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Drexel Heritage mid century modern parsons style extendable dining table. Made of walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Heritage Walnut Tiered Side Tables
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century Heritage Walnut Tiered Side Tables. Measures 20" in width, 24" in depth and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Heritage "Ming Dynasty" Dining Table
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stunning Asian motif table with carved pavilions, figures, trees and clouds covering both the table top and leaves. Very well done and decorative gilt embellishments throughout and n...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Mid-Century Modern Arm Chair by Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration an sculptural mid-century modern arm chair in black naugahyde by Heritage
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Wood
Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Wardrobe by Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive Mid-Century Modern wardrobe by Heritage features vintage walnut finish, unique
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Heritage by Henredon Mid Century Full Walnut Headboard
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Heritage by Henredon mid century full walnut headboard
This headboard is 55.5 wide x 2.75 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Heritage Henredon Solid Walnut Coffee Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage coffee table by Heritage Henredon, circa 1960s. This piece features a solid planked walnut
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century King Size Storage Headboard by Heritage Henredon
By Heritage-Henredon, Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add some practicality to your bedroom decor with this ingenious mid-century headboard by Heritage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
Heritage Henredon Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Cocktail Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut coffee or cocktail table
Made by Heritage Henredon
USA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Heritage Henredon Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Cocktail Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut coffee or cocktail table
Made by Heritage Henredon
USA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
American Mid Century Walnut Small Cocktail Table by Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile cocktail square small Table by Heritage in walnut finish. comes with its original finish
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Heritage Henredon Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in East Freetown, MA
Vintage Heritage Henredon Mid-Century Modern walnut chest of drawers. Five drawers with brass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid century modern / brutalist walnut extending server table Henredon Heritage
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Hastings, GB
Elegant mid century modern walnut extending server table with brutalist detailing, by Heritage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Serving Bar Cart by Drexel Heritage
By Heritage Furniture, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Mid Century serving, bar cart with drop leaf extensions. The top is of black laminate
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Laminate, Wood
English Mid-Century Rosewood Modernist Drum Table by Robert Heritage
By Robert Heritage
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
clearance of 25 3/4". Designed by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine Ltd.
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
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Heritage Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic heritage mid century available at 1stDibs. Each heritage mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect heritage mid century — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A heritage mid century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made heritage mid century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Robert Heritage, Archie Shine and Frank Lloyd Wright are consistently popular.
How Much is a Heritage Mid Century?
The average selling price for a heritage mid century at 1stDibs is $3,213, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $36,200 for the highest priced.
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 Heritage Mid Century
- 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 does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
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Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
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