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1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Tray by Guzzini
By Dior Home, Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A Mid-century modern Fake Tortoise Lucite and Brass round tray designed and manufactured by the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Set of 9 Culver Pisa Gold Green Glasses
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
the exquisite detail of the mid-century Culver collections. The green and gold colors are beautiful as
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Port Decanter, English, Cut Glass, Silver, Sherry, Hallmark, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, hallmarked for 1952.
Elegant mid-century decanter with strong drawing room or buffet presentation appeal
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modernist SilverPlate Ice Bucket with Inlaid Lapis Lazuli
Located in New York, NY
finest Mid-Century Modernist accessories and barware, sure to style beautifully in a wide array of
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Mid Century Ice Bucket and Tong in Crystal and Brass France 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Mid Century Ice Bucket and Tong in Crystal and Brass France 1960s.
A wonderful and very stylish
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bottle Opener
By Arne Basse
Located in Charleston, SC
Fantastic mid century teak shark bottle opener by Arne Basse of Denmark. The Danish modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
Oneida Mid Century Modern "Bullet" Silver Plated Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket
By Oneida
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Oneida Mid Century Modern "Bullet" Silver Plated Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket. Circa Late
Category
Late 20th Century Other Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Acrylic Mid-Century Modern Ice Bucket in Blue Turquoise and Chrome with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fun round Mid-Century Modern ice bucket with a lid and acrylic handle. This bright colorful
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Rocks Glasses by Libbey Glass in the "Peacock" Pattern
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Four mid-century modern rocks glasses by Libbey Glass in translucent green over clear glass with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century French Cut Crystal Ice Bucket with Gilt Brass Rim and Tongs
Located in North Charleston, SC
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A quintessential piece of mid-century European barware, this ice bucket brings instant glamour to
Category
Mid-20th Century Barware
Materials
Glass
Japanese Mid Century Screw Head Nut Cracker, Japan, 1960
s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Jens Quistgaard, Kay Bojesen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Japanese Mid Century Screw Head Nut Cracker, Japan, 1960's. Very good original condition. We have
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Wood
$78 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Boars Head Pitcher / Jug by Valenti
By F. Valenti
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and impressive Spanish pitcher or jug made from heavy glass and a figural silver plated collar and hinged lid in the form of a Boar's head retaining it's original glass eyes.
...
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Clear Glass Decanter Signed Eugene Von Boch for Villeroy
Boch
Located in New York, NY
Century signed Eugene Von Boch for Villeroy and Boch. The body of the piece is well balanced and features
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-century cream parchment ice bucket, Aldo Tura Italy 1950s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century cream parchment ice bucket
Aldo Tura Italy 1950s
The leather is not lacquered as Tura
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Polished Stainless Steel Mid Century Cocktail or Martini Pitcher and Stir Stick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A simple, architecturally appealing, Stainless Steel Martini or Cocktail pitcher designed by Valerio Albarello. We added a glass and stainless stir stick. A handsome piece for any ...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Brass Bottle Opener Mid Century Design Italy, 1960s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Brass Bottle Opener Mid Century Design Italy, 1960s
This vintage brass bottle opener from
Category
20th Century Italian Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pair Lucite Serving Bar Trays Ritts Co.
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of unbeatable substantial MCM lucite trays. We see this set of trays functioning on a kitchen or bar area, with fruit as well as glass decanters and liquor bottles atop. Certain...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Lucite
$357 Sale Price
35% Off
Mid-Century Lucite and Mirrored Tray And 8 Coasters, Italy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Unbeatable Italian set featuring a lucite tray with lucite glass coasters. We see this tray functioning on a bar area, with glass decanters and liquor bottles atop. Certainly would w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Mirror, Lucite
Mid Century Black
Gold MCM Feast Aperitif Glasses (Set of 6) by Libby
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage Mid Century set of aperitif glasses by Libby. This amazing set portrays a story
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Mexican Modern Ice Bucket Made in Tropical Woods
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950, we offer this mid-century Mexican modern ice bucket made in tropical woods. Recently
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Modern Piero Fornasetti "Il Quadrante" Ceramic Beer Stein
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti (1913-1988)
"Il Quadrante" Ceramic Beer Stein
Circa 1960s
A superb and rare example of Piero Fornasetti's whimsical yet sophisticated design, this ceramic beer stei...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Ceramic
Adler Sterling Silver Hammered Wine Bottle Holder Novelty Bar Mid-Century Modern
By Allan Adler
Located in New York, NY
is in an elegant and geometric Mid-Century Modern style. It measures 9 2/3'' in height by 6 1/2'' in
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-century Modern silver-plated ice bucket, Teghini Firenze Italy 1970s
By Teghini
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century Modern ice bucket
Teghini, Firenze Italy 1970s
Silverplated brass, hand-crafted
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Classic Mid-Century Modern Portable Rolling Fold Out Bar Cart
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern portable rolling fold out bar cart. Beautifully
grained walnut wood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Mid Century Danish Modern Dansk Quistgaard Congo Ice Bucket
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Dansk Congo model teak ice bucket designed by Jens Quistgaard, for Dansk, c. 1950's. This is the hard to find large model ( 19 in. H ) with the early orange plastic liner...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Alessandro Albrizzi Style Lucite Faceted Ice Bucket
By Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Alessandro Albrizzi Style Lucite Square Faceted Ice Bucket, USA CIRCA
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Lucite
Werkstätte Hagenauer Brass Card Holder Coaster Stand, Mid-Century Austria, 1950s
By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning Mid-Century brass coaster holder dating back to the 1950s, crafted from polished brass
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century Very Large Champagne Wine Cooler, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A stunning mid-20th century large silver plate and glass champagne or wine cooler with triple boar
Category
Mid-20th Century Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Cocktail Shaker With A Red Wire-Netting
Located in Vienna, AT
Glass bottle with red wire-netting and a cover made in the early 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Steel
Set of 8 Smoked Crystal Spaghetti Stem Wine Glasses- Salzburger, Mid-Century
Located in Northport, MI
Elegant set of eight mid-century modern wine glasses featuring slender “spaghetti” stems and softly
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Nine Bottle Tabletop Wine Rack
Located in West Chester, PA
This vintage chrome tabletop wine rack circa 1960s-70s holds 9 bottles of wine and is in very good condition with heavy construction
Measures 18.25” high, 13.75” wide and 7.25” deep.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Tiffany sterling silver and Hawkes Crystal glass tantalus
By Tiffany
Co., T. G. Hawkes
Co.
Located in London, London
America’s leading glass manufacturers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Based in Corning, New
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Liqueur Set Gold-Plated on Mirror Tray 1950
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
accessory from the mid century that convinces with color and design. A glass carafe with a cap and six
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass, Copper
Vintage Martele Champagne / Wine Cooler Bucket. Italy 1960´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
the cooler).
Very chic mid-century barware item.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Florentine Shot Glasses by Anchor Hocking, Set of 7
By Anchor Hocking
Located in Littleton, CO
Elevate your vintage barware collection with this rare set of 7 Mid-Century Modern shot glasses by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Culver Ltd. Prado Bar Glasses Set Martini
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1960's Martini set by Culver ltd. "Prado" series.
This set looks never used. Perfect for display or use.
Careful, thoughtful packing included with purchase.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Textured Lucite Ice Bucket in the Style of Wilardy
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-Century Modern textured Lucite ice bucket in the style of Wilardy, circa 1970s. This piece is
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Lucite
Mid-century Jens Quistgaard for Danks Cube Ice Bucket c.1960
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original mid-century Jens Quistgaard Teak cube ice bucket with black, plastic insert
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Plastic, Teak
$250 Sale Price
36% Off
Mid-century Herz Germany Glass Flask with Leather Case c.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A vintage glass hip flask with screw top metal lid and metal shot glass. Leather case monogrammed "J.L.D."
CREATOR Herz, Germany.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1960s.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
$75 Sale Price
31% Off
Gorgeous Brass Lizard Nutcracker Vintage, France, 1960s Mid Century Modern
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s french large and heavy nutcracker shaped like an lizard. Nice addition to your room, to use it as is or just for your collection of bronze items. Found at an esta...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Cera Glass "Mourning After" Satirical Highball Glasses
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of eight Cera Glass highball glasses in a circular gold-tone caddy. Each of the glasses is decorated in 22 karat gold and black enamel with 3 rows of four scenes depicting people...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Metal Corkscrew and Bottler Opener, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Metal Corkscrew and Bottler Opener, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Crystal Platinum Ribbon Old Fashioned Glasses Set of 4
By Baccarat, Tiffany
Co., Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 4 old fashioned glasses. These vintage, mid-century beauties dazzled with sparkle
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century French Hand-Blown Smoke Glass Wine Decanter with Sculptural Handle
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautifully proportioned mid-century French wine decanter, hand-blown in smoky gray-brown glass
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Eight Mid-Century Modern Federal Glass "Pond Lilly" Highball Glasses
By Federal Glass
Located in Nantucket, MA
Federal highball glasses in the 'Pond Lilly' pattern with yellow, blue, red and white stylized water lilies on clear glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid Century French Liquor Decanter Set in Glass, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A French liquor set consisting of small decanter (0.4-0.5 l) and 5 matching glass. Transferprintet modernist motifs in diffrent colors. Imprinted France beneath the base of the decan...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Brown Goatskin Thermos Carafe by Aldo Tura
By Aldo Tura
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A 1950s Mid-Century Modern brass and brown Goatskin Thermos Carafe designed by Aldo Tura and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Mexican Bar Car by Eugenio Escudero
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950. We offer this Mexican modernist serving cart, made of mahogany wood black lacquered, with two rectangular shelves.
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Leacock Linen Cocktail Napkins with Horseless Carriages
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of 8 printed linen cocktail napkins in their original folder, by Leacock and copywritten 1952. Each napkin is decorated with the image of a different early automobile with its ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Linen
Six Mid-Century Culver, Ltd Highball Glasses in the Barcelona Pattern
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Six Mid-Century Modern highball glasses in the Barcelona pattern by Culver, LTD. 22 Karat gold with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Orange Mid-Century Metal Serving Tray with Handles, Powder Coated
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large MCM Orange Metal Serving Bar Tray with Handles
This large and very sturdy Hermes color orange tray is a perfect addition to a bar or as a serving piece for all your entertaini...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Set of 8 Red, Yellow
Gold Highball Glasses
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of eight Mid-Century Modern highball glasses with red and yellow enamel circles of various
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Rocks Glasses with Pebbled Design of Brightly Colored Cocktails
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern rocks gasses designed by Irene Pasinski for Washington Glass with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Italian Carafe Glass Liquor Bar Set Tray
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Stylish bar set consisting of a decanter with six glasses and a tray. Italian glass from Cristallerie Artistiche DEP in a noble blue gold decor and a silver-plated tray with golden f...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
6 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Highball Glasses with Graduated Silver Bands
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century Modern highball glasses with silver bands starting wider at top and bottom and becoming
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-20th Century Modern Shaker in Cut Glass and Silver Plated, 60s
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale a high-quality vintage cocktail shaker.
Solid and heavy, it was made between the 1950s and 1960s in cut and beveled glass with silver-plated metal.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Walter Bosse Corkscrew Horseshoe Vienna, Austria, 1950s, Mid-Century
By Walter Bosse
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1950s Austrian Walter Bosse design corkscrew in the form of a horseshoe. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian bronze items. Found at an es...
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze
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Mid Century Barware For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of mid century barware you’re looking for. An item from our selection of mid century barware — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 3514 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of mid century barware now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of mid century barware — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of mid century barware made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made piece of mid century barware has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Aldo Tura, Carl Auböck and Culver Ltd. are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Barware?
Prices for a piece of mid century barware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $35 and can go as high as $15,462, while the average can fetch as much as $595.
Finding the Right Barware for You
Whether it’s streamlined or sophisticated, a bar area is always a welcoming feature in any home interior. A cheery well-made drink with friends and family has the potential to yield some unforgettable moments alongside those that aren’t easily remembered. And the only way to conjure that exemplary cordial is by putting the proper antique or vintage barware to work.
Essential barware equipment ranges from sterling-silver barspoons for mixing your cocktails in tall collins glasses to jiggers, shakers and strainers that allow you to whip up martinis and old-fashioneds.
From a design standpoint, some barware, such as our array of Art Deco glass whiskey sets or mid-century modern silver-banded tumblers crafted by Dorothy Thorpe, can help position your bar as a bold and attractive centerpiece to a room. At the very least, a carefully curated collection of barware can elevate with subtlety the bar’s nearby fixtures, as a handcrafted crystal decanter might do for your vintage 1960s bar cart.
As cocktail hour draws near, find inspiration in our gorgeous gallery of home bars in locales ranging from London to New York to San Francisco, and browse the exquisite selection of antique, new and vintage barware and glassware on 1stDibs.
Questions About Mid Century Barware
- 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.
- 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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