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Mid-Century Modern Beautiful Italian Murano Glass Freeform Red Bowl Centerpiece
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: H: 6.25in W: 23.75in D: 6.75in
This Mid-Century Modern MCM Beautiful Italian Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
$260 Sale Price
69% Off
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Gourd Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Mid-Century Modern (MCM) Glazed Ceramic Gourd Lamps are a perfect blend of retro style
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Lucite
$1,750 / set
Vintage MCM Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Writing Desk
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-Gibbings for Widdicomb. This Mid-Century Modern masterpiece showcases the designer's signature blend of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Bennington Yellow Ware Rockingham Glaze Set of 5 Pottery Bowl Collection MCM
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
rustic appeal, characteristic of American country kitchenware from the early-to-mid 20th century. Perfect
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery
Vintage MCM Original Oil Portrait of Handsome Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM original oil portrait on canvas. A beautiful composition of a handsome man
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Eduardo Torres MCM Wire Newspaper Reader Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
-of-a-kind nature.
Many pieces celebrate artistic movements popular over the past century as well as
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Wire
MCM Powder Blue Ceramic Vase by Hyalyn
By Hyalyn
Located in San Diego, CA
A very fun MCM powder blue ceramic vase by Hyalyn, circa 1960s. The vase is made of ceramic and is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of MCM American of Martinsville Nightstands
By American of Martinsville
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of American of Martinsville mid-century modern nightstands or end tables. Overall in good
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
MCM 1 Piece Kroehler China Hutch Cabinet Glass Shelves Carved Handles
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern one-piece Kroehler china cabinet or hutch with adjustable glass shelves
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
MCM Northern California Pottery Blue Lidded Biscuit Jar by Niels Frederiksen
By California Pottery
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern Northern California Pottery light blue & black lidded
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jars
Materials
Stoneware
MCM Jens Risom Split Lounge Chairs Newly Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Rare Jens Risom Split Single Arm Lounge Chairs Newly Reupholstered in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Mohair
Vintage Hollywood Regency Style MCM Chrome, Bamboo
Glass Etagere
Located in Atlanta, GA
exceptional vintage Mid-Century Modern (MCM) étagère, where sleek chrome, organic bamboo, and shimmering glass
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
A French MCM Cerused Wood End Table, C. 1960.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
top edge reflect the understated elegance of French mid-century design, balancing rustic warmth with
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage MCM Brass Candelabra Lamp After Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
example of high-style Mid-Century Modern design. Evoking the sophisticated, geometric aesthetic of Tommi
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage MCM Ceramiche Bird Sculpture by Paul Hoff
By Paul Hoff
Located in San Diego, CA
condition with great color and texture; it would make a fantastic addition to any mid-century collection
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Four Small MCM Bronze Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
heavy for their stature, solid and have a gorgeous patina. They would make a great mid-century modern
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Hans Wegner CH22 Carl Hansen
Son Oak Lounge Easy Chairs MCM - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original Vintage Hans Wegner CH22 Carl Hansen & Son Oak Mid Century Modern Lounge Easy Chairs - a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Teak
Vintage MCM Tommi Parzinger Style Tall White Frosted Glass Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Style Tall White Frosted Glass Stacked Table Lamps - a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Rose Cabat Ceramic Lidded MCM Bowl
By Rose Cabat
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Large Rose Cabat lidded bowl circa early 1960s. This example has yellow hues and reddish earthy undertones. Signature can be found on the bottom of the bowl.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
MCM Vintage Wood Inlay Extendable Coffee Table Rolling
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
MCM Vintage Wood Inlay Extendable Coffee Table Rolling
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
$1,596 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage MCM Tall Royal Haeger Attr Blue Glazed Ceramic Pottery Floral Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue & Green Tall Glazed Ceramic Pottery Floral Table Lamp Attributed to
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage MCM Rosewood Square Frame
Smoked Glass Top Coffee or End Table
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern coffee or end table with Rosewood square frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
Pair Edward Wormley Style Wooden Two Tier End/Side Tables, MCM Oak Nightstands
By Edward Wormley
Located in Miami, FL
beautifully crafted pair of Mid-Century Modern side tables or oak nightstands in the style of Hans Wegner
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak
MCM Glass Mugs in Plastic Holders - Set of 5
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 5 mid century mugs. Each is made of glass that snaps into a dark teal plastic base. Great
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Goffredo Reggiani MCM Cascading Multi-bulb Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid-Century Modern table lamp features four cascading chrome stems on a painted metal base with 4
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$1,100 Sale Price
50% Off
1970s MCM Guatemalan Artwork Oil Painting Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s mid-century modern Guatemalan artwork oil painting on board
Category
Vintage 1970s Guatemalan Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Rosewood, Paint
1960s Broyhill Saga MCM Walnut Dresser Drawers Credenza
By Broyhill
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A very nice Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut long triple dresser or credenza from the iconic
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Founders MCM Dresser with Glass Top
Mirror
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Founders Mid-Century Modern Campaign Style Dresser or Credenza
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Glass, Wicker, Wood
$1,436 Sale Price
20% Off
Carstens Tonnieshof MCM West Germany Flower Vase
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful vase designed by Dieter Peter for Carstens Tonnieshof in the late 1960s-early 1970s. This hand-crafted vase is identified as the "Mooncrater” vase from the Space Age.
Cars...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Large MCM California Studio Pottery Signed Charger
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice California studio pottery charger, circa 1970s. The piece is signed on the reverse and in excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks. The piece measures 14.75"D ...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pottery
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of MCM Lucite Obelisks with Cut Outs
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool pair of MCM lucite obelisks with cut outs, circa 1970s. The pair are in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
$1,500 / set
MCM Bowling Pin Wood Trophy "Hoboken Women
s Industrial League"
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool MCM wood bowling pin trophy - "Hoboken Women's Industrial League", circa 1950s. The pin
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memora...
Materials
Wood
MCM Chrome Glass
Mirror Floating Coffee Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
code for a quote.
Italian Mid-Century Modern chrome glass & mirror floating top coffee table
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
$764 Sale Price
59% Off
MCM Walnut and Naugahyde Double Letter Tray by OPCO
By Opco Company
Located in San Diego, CA
addition to any mid-century office! #4238
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
MCM Adjustable Swivel Barstools Black Vinyl Chrome
Black Painted Steel a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage MCM or Mid-Century Modern adjustable barstools comprised of black vinyl or faux
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
MCM Drip Glaze "Stamped" Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM drip glaze studio pottery stoneware vase, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Four MCM Swivel Dining Chair 1960s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Swivel MCM Dining Chair Germany 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,930 / set
Large MCM California Pottery Ashtray by Sascha Brastoff
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in San Diego, CA
number on underside. Would make a wonderful addition to any Mid-Century Modern space. #3683
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Pottery
Massice MCM California Studio Pottery Signed Charger
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice massive 22" eathenware studio pottery charger, circa 1970s. The piece is signed on the reverse and in excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks. The piece measu...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pottery
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
MCM Japanese Patinated Iron Winking Owl Pen Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
A fun MCM Japanese patinated iron winking owl pen tray, circa 1970s. The tray is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Iron
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s MCM Green Drip Glaze Ceramic Serving Dish
By Santa Anita Ware
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Mid-Century Modern ceramic serving dish circa 1960, drip glazed in vibrant green hues and shaped
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
MCM Sculpted Glass Ring Holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
adds glamour and style. Partial box included.
Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage MCM Signed Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Sofa
By Russell Woodard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular vintage MCM wrought iron sofa. Made by thr iconic Russell Woodard and stamped on the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wrought Iron
Massive MCM Mosaic Wall Hanging of Jesus and Disciples
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous MCM mosaic wall sculpture, in the style of Pablo Picasso, of what I believe to be Jesus
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Small MCM Stoneware Studio Pottery Dish by Amy Donaldson
Located in San Diego, CA
Small MCM stoneware studio pottery dish by listed artist, Amy Donaldson, circa 1960s. This gorgeous
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage MCM Signed Glazed Ceramic Double Branch Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage table lamp is a masterful example of mid-century studio design, featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
MCM Teak Coffee Table with white stone top - 48"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern cocktail table. Teak base with cream white stone top.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Granite
$3,424 Sale Price
20% Off
MCM Teak Hurricane Candle Holder by Selandia Designs
Located in Fairfield, CA
A mid century hurricane candle holder by Selandia Designs. Features a glass top that sits within a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass, Teak
Vintage MCM Heywood Wakefield Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage MCM dining table. Made by the iconic Heywood Wakefield. Beautiful drop leaf
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
MCM Sculptural Walnut Chair Newly Reupholstered In Periwinkle Mohair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chair in the Style of Gio Ponti Newly Upholstered in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
MCM Expressionist Abstract Lithograph by Don Fink
Located in San Diego, CA
Bright expressionist abstract lithograph by listed artist Don Fink, circa 1960s. The piece is unframed and measures 20.5" x 27.75" and is in very good vintage condition. The print is...
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Paper
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
MCM Hand-Woven "Hopscotch" Wool Rug / Runner
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique MCM hand-woven "Hopscotch" wool rug / runner, circa 1970s. The rug is in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage MCM Latchhooked Yarn Art of Potted Flowers
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Latchhooked Yarn Art of Potted Flowers. Pretty piece!
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Yarn
$848 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Custom Counterbalance Wall Lamp Industrial-MCM
By Maison Lunel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Custom Light Aluminum Counterbalance Industrial-MCM Lamp
51 long x 7.5 d x 8.75
Custom design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
MCM Bright Yellow Glazed Ceramic "Ball" Table Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice MCM bright yellow glazed ceramic "Ball" table lamp, circa 1960s. The lamp is in good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Gold Painted MCM Pump Glass Decanters
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of mid-century glass pump decanters with painted gold floral design.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
$239 Sale Price / set
20% Off
MCM Lawrence Peabody Low Barrel Back Lounge Chair Newly Reupholstered
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Chicago, IL
MCM Lawrence Peabody Low Barrel Back Lounge Chair Newly Reupholstered
This Mid Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wool, Upholstery, Wood
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Mcm Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mcm mid century modern available at 1stDibs. Each mcm mid century modern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. Find 357 options for an antique or vintage mcm mid century modern now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a mcm mid century modern — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mcm mid century modern made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mcm mid century modern over the years, but those crafted by Milo Baughman, Directional and American of Martinsville are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mcm Mid Century Modern?
The average selling price for a mcm mid century modern at 1stDibs is $2,104, while they’re typically $88 on the low end and $20,650 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 Mcm Mid Century Modern
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is 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.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
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