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English Queen Anne cast brass candlestick, c. 1760
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Seam cast brass Queen Anne candlestick with urn form candle cup supported by a trumpet form shaft
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Set of 5 Dorothy Thorpe Lucite Candlesticks
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in New York, NY
Set of 5 Mid Century Lucite candlesticks with silvered candle holders designed by Dorothy Thorpe
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Candlesticks
Materials
Chrome
$1,200 / set
Pair of Ceramic Birds Candlesticks - Candle Holders - Japanese Pottery 1970s
By Jacques Pouchain, Dominique Pouchain
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
matching set for a dining table, mantelpiece, or as part of a mid-century modern or Japanese-inspired decor
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Enamel
Pair of Antique French Gold Bronze Cupid Candlesticks
Located in New Orleans, LA
A charming pair of cupid candlesticks.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Murano / Venetian Fasce Ritorte Glass Hurricane Lamp Shade
By Fulvio Bianconi, Venini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
.
Simply a great Venetian hurricane shade!
Date:
Mid-20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Tall Vintage Centrepiece Torchere, French, Beech, Candlestick, Ecclesiastical
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Skilfully turned torchere for illuminating intimate
Category
Mid-20th Century French Candlesticks
Materials
Beech
Vintage Danish Church Altar Candlesticks in Brass, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of heavy altar candlesticks in brass. These came out of a Church Near Ribe in the western
Category
Vintage 1930s European Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Wood Brown Chair Decorative Sculpture Candlestick, France, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Midcentury French modern candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. One damage shown on picture
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood
Herend Porcelain Raspberry Chinese Bouquet Candlestick
Vase Pairing
By Herend
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This candlestick and vase were made by the well known Herend factory of Hungary in approximately
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Chinoiserie Candlesticks
Materials
Porcelain
English cast brass Queen Anne candlestick, 1740-50
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Cast brass Queen Anne candlestick with urn form candle cup with circular bobeshe, supported by a
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British Queen Anne Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Luigi Mellara Italian Murano Sommerso Glass Candlestick Holders
By Luigi Mellara
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Luigi Mellara Italian Murano Sommerso Glass Candlestick Holders. Excellent vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Cube Candlestick
Ice Cubes
in Glass by Peill
Putzler
By Peill
Putzler
Located in Verviers, BE
Pair of Peill
Putzler ice cube lamps
Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Pair of Brass Barley Twist Candlesticks by Peerage
By Peerage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of solid brass candlesticks, by Peerage, c.1920s, England. The pair of beautifully patinated
Category
Vintage 1920s English Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Lars Holmström Geometric Brass Candlestick Holder
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern candlestick holder by Lars Holmström, Arvika Sweden. The candlestick holder has
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Circa 1740-60 English George II Period Brass Candlestick
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian silver candlesticks - Naples, c. 1840
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of Italian silver candlesticks - Naples, c. 1840
The base is circular with a "V" decoration
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Other Candlesticks
Materials
Silver
Pair of Candlesticks by Tommy Parzinger for Dorlyn-Silversmiths
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of two candlesticks re-finished in antique bronze. Designed by Tommy Parzinger for Dorlyn
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
$750 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Circa 1730-40 English George II Period Brass Candlestick
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Circa 1740-60 English George II Period Brass Candlestick
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Brass Candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, Set of 6
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
manufacturer Dansk. The candlesticks have a rich patina consistent with age and use. Stamp of authentication on
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Rustic Wooden Christmas Candlestick holder 1970s for Smålandsslöjd Sweden
By Stig Johnsson, Smålandsslöjd
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
distinctive bowls, candlesticks, and other decorative yet practical items made from heavy wood. This example
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pine
Patinated Bronze Candle Holder Sculpture Mid Century
By Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical petite horse sculpture candle holder in brass and bronze finish, circa 1950s.
Category
20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Dorothy Thorpe style lucite candle stick Mid Century -France-
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in The Hague, NL
strongly echoes the style of Dorothy Thorpe, known for her elegant mid-century modern lucite creations
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
English square base Queen Anne candlestick, 1750-60
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Seam cast brass Queen Anne candlestick with cylindrical, medial beaded candle cup with a circular
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British Queen Anne Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Boho Monumental Distressed Barley Twist Candlesticks - Set of 3
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
mid-century origins. The integrated metal cups are designed to securely hold candles, providing an
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Tulip Candlesticks in Brass, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of tulip shaped brass candlesticks designed and manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair Mid-century Pressed Glass Candle Holders
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Solid glass candle holders from the pressed glass era (1930-1950). Solid, and pure in their simplicity.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Swedish Modernist Four-Light Candlestick, 1950s
By Gunnar Ander
Located in Bochum, NRW
poetic interiors, it evokes mid-century restraint while remaining timelessly sculptural.
A rare and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Copper, Iron
Set of Four Enamelled and Gilded Brass Candlesticks circa 1970
Located in London, GB
decorative and collectible, these candlesticks celebrate a centuries-old decorative art tradition executed
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlesticks Pair, Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970
By Holmegaard, Kosta Boda, Iittala, Göran Wärff, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brussels, Brussels
.
Groovy mid-century design classic from Scandinavia. Great design in colourless glass with a brutalist
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass
English Georgian cast brass cannon barrel candlestick, c. 1740
Located in Kenilworth, IL
English Georgian cast brass cannon barrel candlestick with external push-up. The candlestick is a
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Scandinavian Mid-Century Candleholders in Brass, Forssell Sweden, 1960s
By Skultuna, Jens Quistgaard, Josef Frank, Pierre Forsell, Pierre Forssell
Located in Brussels, Brussels
model N°69 for 4 candles and two candlesticks model N°70 for 1 candle each.
Designed by Pierre Forssell
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Pair of Black Bakelite Candlesticks, C1930
Located in Devon, England
Super stylish matching pair of black bakelite candlesticks dating from the 1930's and English in
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Bakelite
Set of 10 Brass Scandinavian Candlesticks, Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden 1950
By Josef Frank, Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall, Paavo Tynell, Pierre Forsell
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Set of 10 modernist candlesticks designed by Gunnar Ander. Their formal language remind the Swedish
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair Tommi Parzinger Solid Brass Candlesticks For Dorlyn Silversmiths
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Doraville, GA
DESCRIPTION
A pair of solid brass candlesticks designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Charles Hollis Jones Style Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
These are Lucite with metal tips to hold candles. Thick Lucite. Charles Hollis Jones or Karl Springer style. Measures: All are 2.25 square, smallest is 6.38", medium is 8.38" and tal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
$770 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Marius Giuge Vase and Candlesticks, Vallauris, France, circa 1950s
By Marius Giuge
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Large vase with a matching pair of candlesticks by Ateliers Marius Giuge, in Vallauris (South of
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Italian Bronze Cherub Candleholders, mid-20th Century
Located in Turku, Finland
Style:
Classical / Neoclassical Revival
Italian, 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Murano Clear and Turquoise Glass Candlestick, Iraly, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very elegant Murano clear and turquoise glass candlestick with beautiful glass artwork inside
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Murano Glass
Sculptural Danish Modern Brutalist Bronze Candleholder Candlestick, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural Danish modern bronze candleholder, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
$1,361 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Candlestick Holder Style Martz Studios Art Pottery
By Gordon
Jane Martz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1960s Pottery Candle Stick Holder Style of Martz Studios Art Pottery
In the Style of Martz Studios Art Pottery
Unmarked
5.75 h x 2.5 diameter
Preowned vintage with ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pottery
Mid 19th Century Empire Style Bronze Patinated Candleholders
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A pair of fine French Empire style brown patinated bronze candlesticks from the Napoleon III period
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Signed St. Louis Crystal Sculptural Green
Clear Candlesticks
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
factory of France in approximately 1965 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The candlesticks are done
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Asian Opposing Glazed Ceramic Elephant Candlesticks - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This captivating pair of vintage ceramic elephant figures pays homage to the classic Chinoiserie tradition, designed to serve as striking decorative objects or majestic candle holder...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Slim Tapered Brass Candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, 1950s
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Delft, NL
Slim Tapered Brass Candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Rustic Wooden Pendant Chandelier Candlestick holder for Smålandsslöjd Sweden
By Smålandsslöjd, Stig Johnsson
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
, candlesticks, and other decorative yet practical items made from heavy wood. This example is a pendant version
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pine
Pair of Karl Springer American Clear Scavo Prototype Glass Candlesticks
By Seguso, Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Karl Springer Mid-Century Clear Scavo Glass Column Candlesticks with a frosted base (SEGUSO)
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Mid-century design atomic aluminium candle stick ball shaped , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century design atomic aluminium candle stick ball shaped , 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Cast brass Queen Anne scollop base candlestick, c. 1760
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Queen Anne scollop base candlestick. Seem cast two part cast brass candlestick shaft. The shaft
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
2 Tommi Parzinger Dorlyn Silversmiths Solid Brass Candlesticks Candle Holders 7"
By Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of circa 1950's-1960's solid brass candlesticks / single taper candlestick holders, designed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
$434 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Modern Silver Plate Designer Candlestick Holders by Sheffield
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage silver plate designer trumpet form and fluted candlestick holders by Sheffield. In the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
English cast brass beehive push-up candlestick, c. 1840
Located in Kenilworth, IL
English hollow core cast brass inverted beehive candlestick. The elongated urn form candle cup with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Bitossi Rimini Style Blue Art Pottery Bird Candle Holder
By Bitossi
Located in Fairfield, CA
A mid century pottery candle holder in the shape of a bird. Lovely texture and variation to the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pottery
1980s Murano Glass Cherub Candlestick by Giovanni Dalla Fina
By Giovanni Dalla Fina
Located in Villaverla, IT
An exquisite and rare Murano art glass candlestick, designed by the celebrated Venetian master
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Gold, Gold Leaf
Pair of Studio-Line Angel Candlesticks by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of mid-century abstract angel-shaped candlesticks by Danish artist-cum-designer Bjorn
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Set of 3 Black Murano Glass Candlesticks by Maurizio Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian curved Murano candlestick hand blown in black and clear glass infused with silver specks
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,469 Sale Price / set
30% Off
French Forged Iron Midcentury Zoomorphic Marolles Style Cockerel Candlestick
Located in London, GB
A hand forged zoomorphic iron candlestick stylised as a cockerel on a three point base. In the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Candlesticks
Materials
Iron
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Mid Century Candlesticks For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of mid century candlesticks is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, all mid century candlesticks available were constructed with great care. There are 4570 antique and vintage mid century candlesticks for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 26 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid century candlesticks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century candlesticks bearing mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made mid century candlesticks over the years, but those made by Ystad-Metall, Jens Quistgaard and Dansk Designs are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Mid Century Candlesticks?
Prices for mid century candlesticks start at $10 and top out at $66,404 with the average selling for $854.
Finding the Right Candlesticks for You
Vintage, new and antique candlesticks and candleholders do not simply infuse a dining room with a soft, warm glow. They also add dimension, conjure drama and draw attention to a table or mantel. Despite their practical origins, today, decorative candlesticks and their holders elevate spaces by matching interiors or adding color and bold shapes.
For those who enjoy the rich pageantry of the Old Masters, candlesticks in the Baroque and Rococo styles offer intricacy and opulence. The design of Baroque candlesticks — thanks to the influence of the Catholic Church — often boasted complex shapes and featured biblical figures. While bronze candlestick holders have a long history dating back to the ancient world, many 17th-century candlesticks were made of luxurious silver. Armed with a disposable income and a desire to show off their status, the newly emerging middle class acquired candlestick holders as intricate art pieces, beautiful and opulent in their own right.
The Art Deco movement of the early 20th century saw candlesticks designed with simplicity and symmetry in mind. Art Deco candlesticks boast all manner of forms, ranging from sleek curves to bodies of ribbed crystal or bronze that take the shape of animals.
While some 20th-century-era candlesticks are akin to statues in their grandeur, these decorative items became especially fashionable in the mid-20th century for atmospherically illuminating dinner tables. Mid-century modern candlesticks frequently epitomize the streamlined functionality that we’ve come to associate with the era.
Find a comprehensive collection of vintage, new and antique candlesticks on 1stDibs.
Questions About Mid Century Candlesticks
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers 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.
- 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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After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
Kazuyo Sejima’s Flowering Tree Blooms Year-Round
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
He Wrote ‘Oedipus Rex,’ but Do You Know What He Looked Like?
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Cigar Culture Was Once the Peak of Masculinity. Now, It’s a Compelling Curiosity
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
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