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Bone Sputnik Chandelier by Rory Pots
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the Mid-Century atomic age of design, this piece nods to the aesthetics of the past
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...
Materials
Brass
Atomic Teak Lamp, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Atomic teak lamp, Mid-Century Modern.
Free shipping within the United States and Canada.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Style Pendant
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern Atomic style pendant chandelier in chromed metal with surrounding opaque glass
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era Sputnik Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern atomic era Sputnik table lamp in chromed metal with four arms having dome ends
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Classic Atomic Mid-Century Foot Stool
Located in San Diego, CA
streamlined legs. Mid Century and Atomic in style but oh so minimalist and chic. An original item from a long
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
A Mid Twentieth Century Atomic Lamp
Located in London, GB
with smaller sphere feet.
English, Mid Twentieth Century
H 21 x W 18 x D 18 cms
Inquire about this
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Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sputnik Coat
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Beautiful decorative piece for lovers of the atomic era. We presented the piece as it was recovered
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Style Wall Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Very cool Mid-Century Modern metal wall sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is quite large measuring
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Chrome Dining Set
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Atomic Chrome Dining Set. Featuring a 1950’s atomic design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$1,850 / set
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Tufted Bench
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a mid-century modern bench featuring atomic orange vinyl upholstery and walnut pencil
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Steel Rod Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Attractive Mid-Century Modern atomic age table lamp. Industrial elegant bent metal rod frame. In
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Mid-Century Style Atomic Age Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
We cut our teeth on early Industrial lighting and have tried to stay close to that esthetic. But the more focused we are on lighting the more we discover. Some of the large, rare and...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Mid-Century Modern Teak Atomic Floor Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern teak floor lamp. Space Age design.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Mid-Century Italian Brass Armed Atomic Chandelier
Located in Malton, GB
This is a stunning mid century Italian atomic chandelier. This is hugely decorative and extremely
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Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
$5,155 / item
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sunburst Vintage Red Ball Clock
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
pattern with a brass face. A lovely vintage and mid century modern classic to add to any aesthetic
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Style Chrome Floor Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern atomic style 'eyeball' chrome floor lamp with tripod base. 59" H.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Curved Walnut Desk
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern desk with a unique shape and ample storage space. Features
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Rattan Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your space with mid-century flair using our Vintage MCM Atomic Rattan Floor Lamp. This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic Style Mid-Century Modern Swedish Sofa
By Verner Panton
Located in New York, NY
Great lines and style, very practical size and fine quality construction. This sofa will need to be reupholstered as the fabric and foam are worn out, the frame is solid and sturdy. ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century French Modernist Atomic Bar Stools
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hyattsville, MD
3 Stools from the West Broadway Restaurant, New York City. Sturdy, Fully Functional. Foot Ring Diameter is 14 in.
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Chandelier Sputnik / Atomic, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very rare type.
- Nice style of lighting.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era Walnut Breakfront China Cabinet Credenza
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era walnut breakfront china cabinet Credenza. Item features
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Mid century Italian brass and coloured Atomic light
Located in Malton, GB
This is a stunning mid century Italian atomic pendant light with coloured light shades. Overall
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Atomic Saucer Desk Lamp
Located in Esperance, NY
1950s Mid-Century Modern atomic saucer desk lamp.
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
X-Large Boomerang Ashtray Atomic Mid Century Era
Located in San Diego, CA
Sticking large klassik atomic age, boomerang ashtray in beautiful orange perfect condition no chips
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
2 Mid-Century Modern Metal Wire Brass Atomic Table Lamps
Shades
Located in Dayton, OH
Two Mid-Century Modern atomic black wire and brass table lamps with green shades.
Measures: 7" x
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
2 Piece Atomic Mid Century Modern Asymmetrical Walnut Rattan Aluminum Desk
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A 2 piece atomic mid century modern executive desk. This is an absolutely stunning atomic style
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Metal
Chrome Modernist Atomic Chandelier Pendant Light 14"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare mid century / retro / atomic / modernist stoplight style pendant light with a brown painted
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
2 Mid-Century Modern Atomic Spun Lucite Green Spaghetti Table Lamps
Located in Dayton, OH
Two large Mid-Century Modern / atomic age table lamp featuring orbs of spun green lucite on brass
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern German Atomic Era Credenza Cabinet Sideboard Server
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern German atomic era credenza cabinet sideboard server. Item features 1 drop down
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Acrylic
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Sputnik Table Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern table lamp in the style of Sputnik.
This tall and shiny table lamp has a chrome
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a set of four Mid-Century Modern Atomic Dining Chairs. Featuring a black
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Robert Haussmann Swiss Atomic Chandelier
By Robert Haussmann
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a vintage chandelier by Robert Haussmann.
Atomic/molecular shape in anodized
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Elgin Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sunburst Starburst Retro Wood Wall Clock
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Mid-Century Modern wood and brass sunburst wall hanging clock with battery operated works
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Pair of
Atomic
Brass Table Lamps on Sputnik Legs
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of baluster form 'Atomic' table lamps, in plated brass, affixed by a central rod and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Metal End Table
By Meadowcraft
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern atomic orange metal end table, circa 1960's. This piece is
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Atomic Age Mid-Century Modern Iron
Aluminum Rare Podium
By Tony Paul
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare mid-century modern atomic age podium pedestal, with original finish, and condition can be used
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals and Columns
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
1950s Atomic Mid-Century Modern Water Pitcher Medallion Mirro
By Dansk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Atomic Mid-Century Modern water pitcher by Medallion Mirro USA
Measures: 8.75 tall x 4.5
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Large Chandelier Sputnik, Atomic, Italy, 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very beautiful style of lighting
- Rare type
- Representative
- Space age style.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Chrome Ball Cluster Atomic Table Lamp Kovacs Style
By George Kovacs
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a pair of atomic cluster DNA form retro vintage mid-century modern eames
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Italian Mid Century Modern Atomic Design Green Paint Patio Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Atomic design iron patio table with a beveled glass top. The painted frame can be left alone or
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modernist Tapered Atomic Form Brass Wrapped Mirror
Located in New York, NY
This dynamic and striking Mid-Century Modernist Tapered Atomic Form Brass Wrapped Mirror originates
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Atomic Brass Wrapped Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
curved sides and bowed tops and bottoms. Offering a classic atomic form- popular throughout Mid Century
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Gold Atomic Starburst Decorative Wall Mirror
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a super unique, vintage mid-century wall mirror in the shape of a "Starburst". Features
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Outdoor Metal Curved Back Bench
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern atomic orange outdoor metal curved back bench
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Biomorphic Louis Sognot style Atomic Boomerang Table
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The documented designer/maker is unknown. Atomic boomerang glass sofa table.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Metal Coffee Table
By Meadowcraft
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern orange metal coffee table, circa 1960's. This piece is made
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era Laminate
Wood Coffee Table Set, 3 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era Laminate & wood coffee table Set - 3 pc Set. Item features (2) End
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Pattern Rocks Glasses, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern rocks glasses in an Atomic pattern, circa mid 1950 - early 1960s.
A fabulous
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Eight Light Atomic Sputnik Style Chandelier
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1950s European eight arm chandelier with iconic atomic / Sputnik styling. Brass frame and
Category
Vintage 1950s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Robert Sonneman Atomic Molecule Sculptural Lamps Mid-Century Modern
By Robert Sonneman
Located in North Miami, FL
These amazing pair of large rare Mid-Century Modern Robert Sonneman chrome and wood sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Atomic Age Mid Century Tanker Style Rolling Office Chair
By Steelcase
Located in San Diego, CA
A classic American Office chair in original Naugahyde with steel frame swivels moves up and down, the backrest moves back and forward, a very nice and clean condition we cleaned the ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wrapped Atomic Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and understated Mid-Century Modern wall mirror was realized in Italy, circa 1950. It
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wrapped Atomic Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and understated Mid-Century Modern wall mirror was realized in Italy, circa 1950. It
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Big Mid-Century Modern Atomic Molecular Wood Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Large wooden sculpture that represents an atom, a super decorative object full of history since this type of piece was used in the old science classes, suffering great wear and tear ...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Metal Tall End Table
By Meadowcraft
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern atomic orange metal tall end table, circa 1960's. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Orange Vinyl Metal Swivel Barstools - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Vinyl Metal Adjustable Swivel Barstools - Set of 4. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Stools
Materials
Metal
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Mid Century Atomic For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century atomic for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every mid century atomic was constructed with great care. There are 479 variations of the antique or vintage mid century atomic you’re looking for, while we also have 7 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century atomic — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each mid century atomic bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mid century atomic that is appealing in its simplicity, but Temde Leuchten, J.T. Kalmar and Lightolier produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Atomic?
The average selling price for a mid century atomic at 1stDibs is $1,450, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $31,000 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 Mid Century Atomic
- 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.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
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