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Midcentury Atomic Chandelier, Sputnik, Honsel, 1970s
By Honsel
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very representative
- Marked by label
- Beautiful style of lighting.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Atomic Ranch Thonet Style Arm Chairs
By Thonet
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
seating with swooping bent wood arms, and nicely splayed legs. Low profile lending to Atomic Ranch design
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$1,050 / set
Midcentury Atomic Age Rare Iron Magazine Rack
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare fish sculpture solid iron magazine rack, circa 1950s, nice original condition has some chips due to age but it can be resprayed.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
American Midcentury Atomic Age Iron Fruit Basket
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
1950s Solid iron fruit basket bowl in black enameled finish natural wear great design and shape.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Iron
1950s Midcentury Atomic Age Brass Pendant Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an amazing and unique pendant lamp in solid brass circa 1950s with perforated shade for a magnificent glow. The lamp has been rewired and has a new gold silk luxurious cord. ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid century atomic double bulb table lamp, late 1950s
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern desk lamp, circa late 1950s. Atomic but also organic modern sensibilities
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
American Mid Century Atomic Age Boomerang Bowl California Pottery
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful rare boomerang shape ceramic bowl by Robaul of California, circa 1960's great color with gold accents, nice shape no chips or cracks.
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery
Pair of 1950s American Midcentury Atomic Iron Barstools
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Great colors on these pair of 1950s, American Mid-Century modern barstools, solid iron bases in
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
American Midcentury Atomic Age Ice Crusher by Icomatic
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful design Industrial Atomic age, in red fire engine, circa 1950s with wall attachment if
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Chrome
American Midcentury Atomic Age Striking Tall Cork Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique one of a kind tall cork lamp with walnut and brass fittings and ceramic color reflectors details, comes with its original lampshade, this lamp its in great worki...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut, Cork
American Mid Century Atomic Age Classic Fruit/Snack Bowl Centerpiece
By Bauer Pottery
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 3-tier ceramic bowls in pink and black combo with a metal handle, classic atomic age
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
American Mid Century Atomic Age Rare Spaghetti Fiberglass Pendant Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare color and great condition on this beautiful groove purple pendant spaghetti lamp, circa 1950s with a white chain 10-foot cord in perfect condition.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid Century Atomic Era Walnut Floating Shelf Bar Credenza Cabinet Sideboard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era walnut floating shelf bar credenza cabinet sideboard. Item features
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
American Mid-Century atomic Age Walnut
Brass Laminate Floor Table Lamp
By Wolfe
Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple Classic Mid-Century Modern atomic age floor table lamp, circa 1950s in excellent condition
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
American Mid-Century Atomic Age Freeform Melamine Set of Snack Trays
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of 4 new never used freeform snack trays, circa the 1950s in melamine, with beautiful pastel colors, and shaped one has the original sticker which we left but easy can be r...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Plastic
American mid century Atomic Age Collapsible Multi-positions Metal Candle Holder
By Tony Paul
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique extendable candle holder multi positions each disc has a 4.5" diameter , circa 1970's nice condition extends to 32" or more , its a great piece for a mantel or...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Iron
American Mid Century Atomic Age Vintage 12" Replogle Globe Rare Walnut
Metal
By Replogle Globes
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare mid century modern atomic age Replogle Globe , sitting on walnu & metal base very hard
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal, Brass
American Midcentury Atomic Age Ice Crusher by Ice O Mat
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful design industrial atomic, Art Deco age, in Classic midcentury chrome, circa 1950s, the
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of American Mid Century Atomic Age Metal Quatrefoil Candle Wall Sconces
By Richard Galef
Located in San Diego, CA
American Mid century black enameled metal wall sconces, Atomidc age easy to hand light weight great
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Atomic Age Pair of Decorative Wall Hanging Dueling Guns
By Sexton
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice patinated original finish on these pair of antique cast aluminium duelling guns by Sexton. Classic midcentury decorative pieces. In gold and brown finish painted with some scuff...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Metal
American Mid Century Atomic Age Vintage 10" Replogle Globe Rare Metal
Brass
By Replogle Globes
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare mid century modern atomic age Replogle Globe , sitting on and iron base with solid
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal, Brass
American Midcentury Atomic Age Alabaster and Walnut Desk Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare 1950s Classic American midcentury, desk table lamp in alabaster base with walnut neck and brass fittings. Nice original lampshade in great condition. The shade alo...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
1950
s American Mid Century atomic Age Folding Table in Walnut
Naugahyde
Located in San Diego, CA
versatile and practical American mid-century modern Folding table with cream color naugahyde top
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Pair American Mid Century Atomic Age Walnut Dining Chairs 1 Captain Chair
By Lane Acclaim
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of original American Mid-Century Modern in its original walnut finish and freshly
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century "Atomic Age" Chairs in the Manner of Kagan
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of sleek atomic age armless side chairs in the style of Vladimir Kagan.Recently reupholstered
Category
20th Century American Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Chenille
Italian Midcentury Atomic Style Side Table in Brass Glass and Wood
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this atomic style side table dates from the late 1950s. Three slender tapered brass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Space Age Chrome Opaline Six-Light Chandelier, 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This beautiful chandelier was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1960s. It is made of chrome-plated metal and has got six white frosted satinated glass lamp shades. Each lam...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1950s American Midcentury Atomic Age Walnut and Metal Magazine Rack Table
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool and unique atomic design hairpin legs, small table great design freshly refinished 1" thick
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
1950
s Bascal Annodized Aluminum Pitcher And 4 Cups Mid Century Atomic Age
Located in San Diego, CA
Great classic set of 1950 Bascal Annodized Aluminum Pitcher And 4 cups beautiful colorful , no dents light wear due to age.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Aluminum
American Mid century Atomic Age Rare Step End table in Bleached Mahogany/Lacquer
By Brown Saltman
Located in San Diego, CA
A classic American Mid Century step end table , incredible lines and quality the legs are put
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Lacquer
Mid Century Atomic Age Sling Chair in Leather, Iron
Chrome by Tony Paul
By Tony Paul
Located in San Diego, CA
A unique single sling chair in chrome pipping, with a solid iron combination, Freshly Recovered in Black leather and riveted, the chair is in its original condition circa 1970s, the ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Iron
American Mid Century Atomic age Boomerang Shape Glass Ashtray by L E Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
LE Smith Colonial bue freeform retro glass bowl ashtray , circa 1950's excellent condition no chips or cracks .
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
1950
s Mid Century Atomic Age Rare Bar Cart Iron Frame with Cane Handles
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare black enameled iron frame bar car, dry bar with cane rattan wrapped handles on casters , very nice patina nice quality and great design.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Iron
Set of 6 American Mid Century Atomic Age Walnut Dining Chairs 1 Captain Chair
By Lane Acclaim
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of 6 original American Mid-Century Modern in its original walnut finish and cream
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Atomic Style Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
A mid century Atomic style mirror with a marbelized mirror frame.
Category
Vintage 1940s American More Mirrors
$1,800
Modernist Iron and Brass Log Holder, 1950s Atomic Age
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury Atomic age perforated metal, iron, and brass log holder, 1950s. Original patina and
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chim...
Materials
Iron, Brass
Italian 50
s Flush Ceiling Light
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Mid-Century "atomic" three light grey enamel and aged brass fixture with white frosted
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Vintage Dyball Rooster Cocktail Shaker in Brown and Orange Enamel
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century Atomic style glass cocktail shaker with gold-toned lid decorated with three large
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
Set of 8 Vintage Atomic Design Roly Poly Cocktail Glasses with Gold-Tone Caddy
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-century atomic era roly poly cocktail glasses decorated with 22k gold with blue and white
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
20th Century Atomic Chrome Adjustable Floor Lamp
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very stylish mid century Atomic floor lamp. What makes this lamp so special is the fact
Category
Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Solid Iron and Leather Four Bottle Capacity Wine Rack by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
, leather straps holds each bottle nice simple clean Modernist design. Klassik , Mid century atomic Age home
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Iron
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tall Floor Lamp by Modeline
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
condition one of a kind piece and iconic American Mid-Century Atomic age item.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Richard Galef Wire Perforated Metal Wall Towel Rack in Brass Finish
By Richard Galef
Located in San Diego, CA
The 1950s Classic midcentury, atomic age era wall towel rack this one its in brass finish with some
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Richard Galef Wire Perforated Metal Stand/ Rack in Brass Finish
By Richard Galef
Located in San Diego, CA
The 1950s Classic midcentury, atomic age era stand/rack original used for the telephone, phone
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Pair of Midcentury Stools Tubular Metal Legs Stackable
By Luther Conover
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool pair of 1950s American midcentury atomic age stackable stools, on tubular metal legs and wood
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Richard Galef Wire Perforated Metal Stand/ Rack in Brass Finish
By Richard Galef
Located in San Diego, CA
The 1950s Classic midcentury, atomic age era Stand/rack original used for the telephone, pen holder
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Richard Galef Wire Perforated Metal Stand/ Rack in Brass Finish
By Richard Galef
Located in San Diego, CA
The 1950s Classic midcentury, atomic age era stand/rack original used for the telephone, pen holder
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Wrought Iron Clock Barometer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A mid-century atomic style clock barometer combo. Black wrought iron frame with solid brass spheres
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern More Clocks
Materials
Brass, Metal
Modern Log Holder or Magazine Holder By Gene Tepper, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century atomic fireplace log holder designed by Gene Tepper for Smith Tepper Sundberg C.1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Dining Table by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Antonio, TX
prominent furniture designers during the mid-century “Atomic Age.” Well known for his daring, yet affordably
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
prominent furniture designers during the mid-century "Atomic Age". Known for his innovative designs which
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Adrian Pearsall Sofa for Craft Associates in Denim
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
during the mid-century ""Atomic Age"". Known for his innovative designs which brought high style to the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sectional Sofa for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
designer: Adrian Pearsall
Manufacturer: Craft Associates
Period/Model: Mid Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
one of the most prominent furniture designers during the mid-century ""Atomic Age."" Known for his
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
1970s Mushroom Lamp, Design Lamp, Dijkstra Holland, Midcentury
By Dijkstra
Located in Hoogeveen, NL
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The well-known floor and table lamps are designed in Mushroom design. Typical Mid Century Atomic
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Adrian Pearsall Sofa for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
designers during the mid-century ""Atomic Age"". Known for his innovative designs which brought high style
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mid-Century Kidney Shaped Mosaic Tile Coffee Table
By Berthold Muller
Located in Trenton, NJ
beauty of mid-century design while making a positive impact on the planet.
Add a touch of atomic age
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic
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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 is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- Is 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
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Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
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