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Mid-Century Italian Pottery Owl Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Owl Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Tall Mid-Century Italian Pottery Ocean Ship Motif Floor Vase, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing ceramic Mid-Century Modern floor vase made in Italy, circa 1960s. This is a heavy floor
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Carafe Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Carafe Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Red Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Red Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Bitossi Raymor Ceramic Vase Orange Stripes Pottery Italy 1960s
By Raymor, Aldo Londi
Located in Munich, DE
Bitossi vase, ceramic, stripes, orange, yellow, white. Medium scale vase, with modernist form, glazed in orange, matte white, chartreuse yellow, mint green, and caramel stripes. A fi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Minimalist Blue and White Pottery Vase From Bitossi, 1960s
By Bitossi
Located in Hamburg, DE
:
Materials: Ceramic
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Brand: Bitossi
Country of Origin: Italy
Color: Blue
Item Type
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Red Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Red Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Italian Rimini Blu Pottery Wall Plate by Aldo Londi, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
-Century Modern
Brand: Bitossi
Designer: Aldo Londi
Country of Origin: Italy
Color: Blue
Item Type: Vintage
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Large MidCentury Rimini Blu Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Rimini Blu bowl. Very rare in this size, with a diameter of 27,5 cm. This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Ceramic
Style: Mid-Century Modern
B...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Alessio Tasca Glazed Studio Pottery Table Lamp 1960s
By Alessio Tasca
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alessio Tasca Glazed Studio Pottery Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s.
This is a wonderful and unusual
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
1960s Ettore Sottsass Volcanic Glaze Pottery Vase Raymor Bitossi Italy Memphis
By Bitossi
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Italy. The ceramic vase has no handling damages, and no chips, no cracks. It is just shy of 12 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
1960s by A. Mangiarotti for Brambilla Space Age It, Design Pottery Ashtray Bowl
By Fratelli Brambilla, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Brescia, IT
White and yellow ceramic bowls
Excellent condition
Measures: H 7.5 x W 16 x D 10 cm
H 8 x W 20 x D 20 cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Blue Round Ceramic Vase by Troika, England, 1960s
By Troika Art Pottery
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern blue round ceramic vase by Troika, England, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Glazed Ceramic Melon Server Set, Italy 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Desserts serving set melon design: 6 plates + 1 tureen, Italy, 1960s.
One of a kind set of 6
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic
$2,862 / set
Aldo Londi Koala Bear Savings Box for Bitossi, Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Aldo Londi Koala Bear Savings Box for Bitossi, Italy 1960s
A beautiful Aldo Londi designed Koala
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
1960s Alvino Bagni for Raymor Modernist Colorful Ashtray Italy
By Alvino Bagni, Raymor
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Modern Italian Colorful Ashtray
attributed Alvino Bagni for Raymor
Stamped Italy
1.5 h x 7.75
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Pottery
Pair of White Majolica Ceramic Doves, Italy 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
detailed figurines convey a touch of historical elegance and whimsical charm of traditional Italian country
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
elegant floral artful Italian vase by Elio Schiavon Italy 1960s handpainted
By Elio Schiavon
Located in Landshut, BY
renowned art mirror, was meticulously hand-painted in the Italian province of South Tyrol during the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
$267 Sale Price
20% Off
Bitossi, for Raymor
Cityscape
Lamp, Italy, C. 1960s
By Bitossi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bitossi, for Raymor 'Cityscape' Lamp, Italy, C. 1960s
This iconic Bitossi lamp, imported by
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Rimini Red Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Rimini Red Pottery Vase by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Serving Tureen
Lid Chippendale Bamboo Decor, Italy 1960s
By Mottahedeh
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
pieces are missing the distributor stickers. The Chinese Chippendale style was popular in Italy in 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Serving Pieces
Materials
Pottery, Majolica, Ceramic
Large Italian 1960s Organic Modern White, Green Lamps
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Exceptional pair of tall and curvy Italian Mid-Century Modern ceramic table lamps. White glazed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Majolica Urn Vase Flower Decor, Italy 1950s-1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage pottery vase features urn shaped body with twin handles framing the wide rim, decorated
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Giovanni de Simone Colored Ceramic Fish Squared Tile Plate, Italy 1960s
By Giovanni de Simone, Pablo Picasso
Located in Rome, IT
style was inspired by Pablo Picasso paintings.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
The artist's
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta, Pottery
Vintage Majolica White Cat with Dragonfly Sculpture, Italy 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Playful Italian pottery cat figurine features crouching white cat with half-closed eyes, getting
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Candle Holder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Rimini Blu Pottery Candle Holder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s, in Very Good
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders
Materials
Ceramic
Bitossi Majolica Teal Ceramic Bowl Vase Centerpiece, Italy 1950s-1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
designers.
The vase is marked on the bottom with ITALY and model number; it is in very good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
1960s Italian Painted Bicolor Pitcher/Jug
By Aldo Londi
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Italian Painted Bicolor Pitcher/Jug
In the style of Aldo Londi for Bitossi vase in bright
Category
Vintage 1960s Pitchers
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Brutalist Fat Lava German Pottery Ceramic Floor Vase, vintage 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing ceramic Mid-Century Modern floor vase made in Germany, circa 1960s. This is a heavy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
c.1960s RARE Bitossi Candle Holder by Aldo Londi (1911-2003), Italy
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Skien, NO
ca. 1950/1960s.
Model No. / Production marks: 68/130 Italy
Designer: Aldo Londi (Italy 1911-2003
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Urns
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury "Blue Rimini" Ceramic Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi in Italy during the 1960s.
In amazing condition, with no
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Vintage Majolica Ceramic Winking Cat Kitten Figurine, Italy 1950s-1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
ITALY and model number on the bottom; it is missing its distributor sticker, but it's quite similar to
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Midcentury Aldo Londi Blue Glazed "Rimini" Ceramic Ashtray, Bitossi Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
piece was designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi in Italy during 1960s.
This item is unique
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic
Fratelli Fanciullacci Gilt and Sgraffito Vase, Italy 1950s-1960s
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
"Made Italy" on the bottom. Vases and other decor objects, done in the same technique, color palette
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold
Midcentury Ashtray by Montelupo in Blue "Rimini" Ceramic, Bitossi Italy, 1960s
By Flavia Montelupo, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
by Bitossi in Italy during 1960s.
This lovely round ashtray comes from the Bitossi "Rimini Blue
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Fratelli Fanciullacci Majolica Vase Horse Decor, Italy 1950s-1960s
By Fratelli Fanciullacci, Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Charming vintage pottery vase features a Modernist elongated barrel form and complex glaze decor. A
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Gold
Large Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Brutalist Vase by Bitossi, Italy, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic Italian Brutalist design by famed Italian ceramicist Aldo Londi in his signature Sgraffito
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Brutalist Vases
Materials
Pottery
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
TIC for Raymor Majolica Textured Fritte Glaze Bowl, Italy 1960s
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
bowl is signed with model number and "Italy" on the bottom and marked with Raymor paper sticker; the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta, Majolica
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century English Pottery Yorkshire Dog Sculpture Staffordshire England 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
. Yorkshire Dog Sculpture was produced in Staffordshire, England in 1960s.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta
Fratelli Fanciullacci Majolica Bowl or Tray, Textured Glaze, Italy 1950s-1960s
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Fratelli Fanciullacci designs from 1950s-1960s, however, the shape of the piece is quite unusual. It can be
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Gold
$340 Sale Price
20% Off
Aldo Londi Bitossi Striped Mid-Century Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Vienna, AT
Italian manufacturer Bitossi Ceramiche in the 1960s. The bowl features six horizontal bands, shiny glazed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
Aldo Londi Bitossi Striped Mid-Century Ceramic Ball Vase, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
the Italian manufacturer Bitossi Ceramiche in the 1960s. The vase features seven horizontal bands
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
large 43cm Ceramic Table Light by BITOSSI Italy for BERGBOMS, Sweden 1960s
By Bitossi, Bergboms
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Italy for Swedish light producer BERGBOMS
in the 1960s. It is made of solid pottery and has coloration
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
$1,383 Sale Price
20% Off
Majolica Table Lamp Hand Painted Landscape Hunting, Italy 1950s-1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
bottom with hand-written model number and "Made in Italy". It is in fully operational, very good original
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Majolica
Alvino Bagni for Raymor Italy Sea Garden Vase Vessel Ceramic 1960s
By Alvino Bagni, Raymor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
marked with impressed Italy on the bottom.
The series was imported by Raymor in 1960s. The vase is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
1960s Style Guido Gambone Hand Painted Italian Ceramic Table Lamp
By Guido Gambone
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1960s Italian Table Lamp Ceramic hand painted
Unsigned. In the style of
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Paint
Signed Montelupo for Bitossi Sausage Dog in Blue "Rimini" Ceramic, Italy 1960s
By Flavia Montelupo, Bitossi
Located in Roma, IT
. This lovely and rare sculpture was designed by Flavia Montelupo and produced by Bitossi in Italy in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Hand-painted Majolica Table Lamp with Handles, Italy 1940s - 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare, unusual accent or table lamp features detailed relief decor in Italian Country style; the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Country Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
$500 Sale Price
20% Off
Bitossi Sahara Aldo Londi Cer Paoli Glazed Ceramic Vases, Italy, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi, Bruno Paoli
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two Bitossi Aldo Londi for Cer Paoli Sahara range ceramic vases. Italy, 1960s.
Ceramiche
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
Ashtray or Vide-Poche in Rimini Blue Ceramic, Bitossi by Aldo Londi, Italy 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Roma, IT
ceramic item was designed by Aldo Londi and hand-crafted by Bitossi in Italy during the 1960s.
An
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Fish Rimini Blu Design, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
A beautiful Aldo Londi designed fish from the "Pesci" series in "Rimini Blu" color and glaze.
Manufactured from Bitossi in the 70s customized for Sardartis Castelsardo company in Sa...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Alvino Bagni for Raymor Italy 1960s Sea Garden Table Lamp Majolica
Walnut
By Raymor, Alvino Bagni
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
in 1960s as a part of his Sea Garden series, and solid carved walnut top. Sea Garden series includes
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Cachepot Planter Bud Vase, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Modernist majolica cachepot planter or bud vase features a streamlined sculptural shape with wide rim accentuating the top of the piece; minimal form of the piece is juxtaposed by th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Large Majolica Sitting Siamese Cat Jar
Lid Italy 1960s-1970
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
" MADE IN ITALY" stamped in green on the underside; it is missing its distributor sticker, but it's quite
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta, Pottery, Majolica, Ceramic
Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Glazed Ceramic Square Ashtray, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Barcelona, ES
manufactured by Bitossi. Italy, 1950s-1960s.
Handcrafted in Italy with hand carved geometric design and in a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta, Ceramic
$620 Sale Price
20% Off
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Majolica Bud Vase with 5 Stepped Cylinders, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Modernist majolica bud vase features a complex sculptural shape with 5 stepped cylinders; minimal form of the piece is accentuated by the monochromatic white glaze. The vase is remi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
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Find a variety of Italian pottery 1960s available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, pottery and metal, all Italian pottery 1960s available were constructed with great care. Italian pottery 1960s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Italian pottery 1960s made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many Italian pottery 1960s are appealing in their simplicity, but Bitossi, Aldo Londi and Raymor produced popular Italian pottery 1960s that are worth a look.
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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $950, while they’re typically $37 on the low end and $6,000 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 Italian Pottery 1960s
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a ceramic piece is Italian pottery, turn it over. Genuine Italian pottery normally has a rough unglazed area. Many pieces bear the mark of the artist or workshop who produced it. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Italian pottery on 1stDibs.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a caftan from the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- What was worn in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell an antique Italian pottery apart from other pieces, do some research using trusted online resources. First, identify the maker by looking for marks on the bottom or interior. Once you know who produced your pottery, you can then explore the styles and types of pieces they produced over the years and use this information to estimate your piece's age. For pottery to be antique, it must be at least 100 years old. If you'd like assistance with the dating process, talk to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of antique Italian pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What is most unique about ancient Italian pottery is its finish. Many pieces featured a tin glaze that is highly resistant to chipping and fading. The technique dates back to 9th-century Mesopotamia. You'll find a large selection of Italian pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To identify Italian pottery marks, you can try checking trusted online resources and databases. Search for a description of the mark or browse images to look for ones that match. Because it can be difficult to determine the authenticity of pottery, you may wish to seek the help of a certified appraiser who is knowledgeable about Italian makers. With respect to Italian porcelain, major manufacturers include Richard Ginori and Capodimonte (the latter was founded by King Charles VII of Naples). Beginning in the mid-18th century, porcelain made by King Charles VII’s factory was stamped with a fleur-de-lis, usually in underglaze blue. Pieces from Ferdinand’s were stamped with a Neapolitan N topped by a crown. When secondary manufacturers began production, they retained this mark, in multiple variations. Find a collection of Italian pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if Italian pottery is real, first look at its markings and use trusted online resources to identify the possible maker. From there, research the defining characteristics of pottery made by that particular artisan, workshop or manufacturer and use those as a guide to evaluate your piece. You can also use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer to receive professional authentication. Explore a diverse assortment of Italian pottery on 1stDibs.
- What did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify vintage Italian pottery marks, you can research them yourself using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. One way to begin researching pottery marks on your piece is to take a photograph and then perform a reverse image search. If your search yields no results, type a description into a search engine or review image reference guides devoted to Italian pottery. Once you have identified the maker, learn more about the various markings it has used over the years and use this information to get a rough idea of the age of your piece. To be considered vintage, pottery must be between 20 and 99 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Italian pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. 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. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
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