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Midcentury Brass and Glass Italian Swing Out Bar Cart
Located in Tarry Town, NY
easy to maneuver, while the brass flutter legs enhance its distinctive mid-century charm.
Measuring 30
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Serving Bar Cart Trolley, Italy 1960
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Magnificent Mid-Century organic serving bar cart with bottle holder fully made in bamboo, rattan
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
The CE Bar – A Statement Piece for Sophisticated Hosts
By Gisela Simas
Located in Petrópolis´, RJ
object that evolved from Victorian-era tea carts to mid-century bar staples.
Handcrafted in Brazil, the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Hardwood
$17,650 / item
1960s Bar Cart Drinks Trolley Brass Table Smoked Glass Hollywood Regency Italian
Located in London, GB
An exquisite 1960s Mid-Century bar cart featuring a gleaming brass frame with its distinctive
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Rattan Drinks Trolley
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Fabulous mid-century bar cart / drinks trolley in rattan/ bamboo wicker, from France.
The trolley
Category
Mid-20th Century French Other Serving Tables
Materials
Brass
1950
s Bar Cart with Tubular Steel Frame
Perforated Shelves, After Matégot
By Tjerk Reijenga, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptionally rare and architecturally refined mid-century bar cart, dating to the 1950s and
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Steel
A Pair Of Modernist Bar Stools Ca
1960
s
By Tony Paul
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of stylish mid-century bar stools, 30.75"h, 12"d, total width approx. 18". Caned seats.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wrought Iron
$750 / item
Set of 3 Thonet Style Bar Stools, Italy 60s
By Thonet
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of three mid century bar stools in Thonet style.
Handmade seats
Made in Italy in the 60s
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Stools
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
$1,901 / set
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, 1962, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
matter of style, this bar cart effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Steel
$4,400 Sale Price / item
70% Off
Pair of Vintage Bar Stools in Lucite and Vinyl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of mid-century bar stools combine lucite frames and backs with white vinyl seats
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
$1,200 / set
Midcentury Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood
Brass by Ming Moveis, Brazil, 1950
s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-century bar cart in Pau Marfim hardwood & brass is stunning! Its unique
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Steel
French Mid-Century Vine Wood Sculptural Bar Counter and Vine Wall Shelf-50s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Unique French Mid-Century Bar Counter Ensemble, sculpted from Grapevine Branches.
The Base
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Dry Bars
Materials
Metal
$444 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Danish Modern Expandable Rosewood Bar Cart Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen
By Grete Jalk
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern serving expandable bar cart by Grete Jalk for Paul Jeppesen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Rosewood
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood by Sergio Rodrigues, 1962, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
of style, this bar cart effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Steel
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Brazilian Bar with Side Table in Hardwood and Glass by Branco e Preto, c. 1950’s
By Branco
Preto
Located in New York, NY
point in any space. A Brazilian mid-century bar-cart like this will look great in any type of
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Vintage German BauHaus trolley bar cart in Teak
Chrome with drawer , 1960s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Vintage German BauHaus trolley bar cart in Teak & Chrome with drawer , 1960s
It is in good vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Italian Bar Cart by Tommaso Barbi 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant mid-century bar cart, designed by Tommaso Barbi in the 1970s, embodies the chic and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
21st Century Louis Bar Chair Brass Wood Made in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
living set or luxury commercial space. This luxurious upholstered bar chair is part of our Mid-Century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Stools
Materials
Brass
$2,126 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood with Shelves, Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
style, this bar cart effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Formica, Hardwood
Midcentury Modern Drinks Trolley / Bar Cart w. Tray, Blackened Wood and Chrome
Located in Lisse, NL
Large in size and very cool looking Mid-Century Modern bar cart.
If you have a midcentury or an
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Chrome
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood with Shelf by Sergio Rodrigues, c. 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
functionality with artistic flair to create a focal point in any space. A Brazilian mid-century bar cart like
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
French Mid-Century Cabinet
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
French Mid-Century Bar Cabinet with an ebonized oak exterior, having a stepped top, with the left
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Oval Serving Tray in Brass and Cream-Colored Plexiglass, Italy 1980s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful cream lucite serving tray with mid-century brass edging. This wonderful piece was made in
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal, Brass
Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Wicker
Wood Slat Bar Stools for Raymor - Restored
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in St. Louis, MO
Arthur Umanoff midcentury bar stools, for Raymor priced per stool, total of 6 available, wood slat
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Set of 3 Wood Framed Rush Seat Bar Stools
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Set of 3 Wood Framed Rush Seat Bar Stools
Wear consistent with age and use.
Vintage - Mid Century
Category
20th Century Campaign Stools
Materials
Rush, Wood
Mathieu Matégot Mid Century Metal Brass Serving Trolley Produced in France 1950s
By Steph Simon, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare French mid century bar serving trolley in black and white lacuered metal and brass by Mathieu
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Mid Century Counter Stools, 1960 - Set of 3
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Three unique Iron and Rush Mid Century bar stools. These unique stools were bought at Christie's
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Iron
Cesare Lacca, Mid-Century Brass and Wood Bar Cart, Italy, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Catania, CT
Elegant mid-century bar cart designed by Cesare Lacca and produced in Italy during the 1950s. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
$1,264 Sale Price
20% Off
Tommi Parzinger Bar Cabinet Lacquered in White Chocolate with Polished Brass
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Saint Louis, MO
your home or work space, this mid century bar cabinet delivers timeless style with present day
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Swedish Jacaranda Bar Cabinet by Gillis Lundgren
By Gillis Lundgren, IKEA
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover the charm of this mid-century bar cabinet, designed by Gillis Lundgren and crafted in
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Vintage Rattan Bar Set by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant mid-century bar set featuring a wood-slat front, sleek laminate top, and (2) Rattan stools
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
$2,000 / set
Mid-Century Modern Glass Ashtray Set in Caddy- Atomic Starburst Pattern
Located in Northport, MI
mid-century bar or tabletop accessory.
Category
Late 20th Century Ashtrays
Materials
Metal
Agricultural Theme Bar Set in Brass, 1960s, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Midcentury bar-set with the following accessories: a rock hammer Corkscrew, a spade shaped bottle
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Stunning Century Furniture Mid Century Modern Burl
Glass Bar Cabinet
By Century Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning burl, brass and glass bar by Century Furniture having two doors with recessed hardware
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
$1,400 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-Century Modern Tugas Dry Bar on Wheels in Mahogany, Pivoting Door - France
By Bar Tugas
Located in Girona, Girona
Dry bar "Tugas" on wheels, solid mahogany and mahogany veneer, french polish. Pivoting door with an
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 4 Designs for Leisure White Faux Snakeskin Column Base Bar Stools
By Designs for Leisure
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 4 American Mid-Century bar stools with off-white faux snakeskin upholstered seats with low
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Animal Skin
Early 20th Century French Brass Ice and Champagne Bucket Centerpiece
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
mid-century bar cart.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wine Coolers
Materials
Metal, Brass
$420 Sale Price
20% Off
Wood and brass trolley, glass top, 1950s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Condition:
Good - Signs of wear and tear
Materials:
Glass, Brass
Epoca:
1950
Measures:
96x46x76 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
1950 Arthur Umanoff Iron Wood Wicker Counter Bar Stool Mid-Century Modern
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Surrey, BC
Arthur Umanoff midcentury bar stools, for Raymor priced per set of three . wood slat seats, iron
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Mid century highboard, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Great looking mid century bar cabinet with beautiful veneer wood and a chrome and wooden base.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Burl Laminate Rolling Bar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Burl Laminate Rolling Bar. Featuring a sleek, retro-inspired design with a rich
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Laminate
Cesare Lacca Midcentury Wood and Glass Italian Trolley Bar Cart, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury bar cart in wood and brass with two removable crystal glass trays. This
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Gold Brass Wine Bottle Holder Signed by Cassetti, Italy 1970
By Renzo Cassetti
Located in Roma, IT
for an Hollywood Regency project or a Mid-Century bar.
Dimensions (cm):
Width - 19,5
Depth - 9
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Wooden Bar Cart
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Danish bar cart with plastic covered brass decorations. Top tray has sun related
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Wood
Italian Mid-Century Gilt Metal Tassle Bar Cart
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century Rope and Tassel design two tiered bar-cart with a glass top and shelf on
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Elm Bar Cart
Located in High Point, NC
Mid-century elm bar cart from England with wonderfully grained shelves and sleek lines. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Elm
$1,195
Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long rolling cart in polished brass with two shelves. Used as a bar cart or rolling console table
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Andy Bar Stool Fur Brass Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
designed the Andy Bar stool.
This modern mid-century bar stool is a challenging yet friendly piece as
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
$3,903 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mid Century Teak Bar Cart
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid century teak bar cart
Two tier cart In teak with brass trim. Castors. Section for bottles or
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Teak
$720 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Brass
Glass Bar Cart
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Glass Bar Cart makes the perfect addition to your entertaining room! Set
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Maxwell Phillip Bar Cart Drop Leaf
By Maxwell Phillips
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Exceptional example of high style from Maxwell Phillip, NY, NY. Drop leaf bar cart or server
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Danish Teak Bar Cart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mid-century teak bar cart was designed and manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. This is
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Teak
Mid-20th Century Romanian Cherry Rolling Bar Cart
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-20th Century Romanian Cherry Rolling Bar Cart in great vintage condition.
Measures 30" in
Category
Mid-20th Century Romanian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Mid Century Italian Brass Bar Cart
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Winter Park, FL
A Mid Century modern Italian brass bar cart with mahogany handle and glass shelves with bottle rack
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Perforated Metal Bar Serving Cart
Located in Hamburg, DE
: Black
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Diamension: 18.5ʺW × 14.57ʺD
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil 1950s, Set of 2 rare Counter/Bar Stools
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
Very rare set of 2 original Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil Modern mid-century bar/counter stools
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
$5,242 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Mid-Century Walnut Bar Cart With Leaves
By Thomasville
Located in Trenton, NJ
This Mid-Century Walnut Bar Cart is a stylish and versatile piece that's ready to elevate your
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Wood
$770 Sale Price
30% Off
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An assortment of mid century bars is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique mid century bars was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and metal. We have 33414 antique and vintage mid century bars in-stock, while there are 588 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century bars have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century bars are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many mid century bars are appealing in their simplicity, but Berber Tribes of Morocco, Aldo Tura and Herman Miller produced popular mid century bars that are worth a look.
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Prices for mid century bars start at $1 and top out at $650,000 with the average selling for $2,242.
Questions About Mid Century Bars
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects 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 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.
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