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Early 20th Century Spanish Console Table, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th century Spanish Console Table. Early 20th Spanish console table with four pedestal legs
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Antique Persian Malayer Runner with Rustic Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Lodge, Cabin, Bungalow, Craftsman, Mid-Century Modern, Eclectic, American Colonial, Eastlake, Aesthetic
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,359 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Landscape Painting by H. Wester – Dutch Artist
Located in West Palm Beach, US
painting by Dutch artist H. Wester, dating from the early to mid-20th century. This enchanting landscape
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Paintings
Materials
Paint
18th Century Large Delft Urn / Vase with Handles
By Delft
Located in Basildon, GB
18th Century Large Delft Urn / Vase , with beast decorated handles,
painted in blue with river
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Urns
Materials
Delft
$4,301 Sale Price
42% Off
Rare 18 Century Full Raised Panel Room Timothy Childs House
Located in Woodbury, CT
from mid 18th century. The paneling is a complete room and very rare with the height of 8 1/2. It
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
20th Century Spanish Mariano Garcia Carved Pedestal Coffee Table
By Mariano Garcia
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Spanish Mariano Garcia carved pedestal coffee table.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Center Tables
Materials
Marble
$2,467 Sale Price
25% Off
20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Spanish glazed cruche or pitcher
The purpose of storing water in an earthenware
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Pitchers
Materials
Pottery
Authentic Antique Fan Back Windsor Side Chair Mid-Atlantic DE PA Dimes
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Interesting chair. Usable, the joinery is tight. Paper Label tacked on bottom: Mr. John N Yeatts, Saint Davids, Dealware Lee, Penna.
W 23 x D 19 x Seat H 17 / Back H 37.5 in.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American American Colonial Chairs
Materials
Wood
Spanish Style Painted Console w/ Two Drawers-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Spanish colonial style console characterized by its elegant and historic design elements. At the
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Console Tables
Materials
Iron
20th Century George III Style Piecrust Wine Table
By Mariano Garcia
Located in Miami, FL
George III oak piecrust wine table with a carved swirl urn form column pedestal on cabriole legs and pad feet.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Revival Side Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century Sri Lankan Satinwood Trunk
Located in San Marino, CA
A striking Sri Lankan satinwood trunk from the 18th Century. The trunk's edges are decorated with a
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Satinwood
19th Century Set of Six Armchairs with Straw Seat
Located in Miami, FL
19th century set of four armchairs with straw seat very comfortable.
Dining armchairs.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Armchairs
Materials
Straw
Large 19th Century American Troemner of Philadephia Toleware Cornmeal Bin
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large 19th century American Troemner of Philadephia toleware cornmeal bin.
This is an original
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Colonial Decorative Boxes
American 18th Century Pine Architectural Corner Cupboard
Located in Hudson, NY
A wonderful and well patina Pine cupboard Circa 1740 to 1760. Likely Rhode Island possibly Connecticut and just filled with charm. Retaining the original red surface iron hinges and ...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Corner Cupboards
Materials
Iron
$4,550 Sale Price
30% Off
20th Century Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Iron Hardware and One Open
Located in Miami, FL
20th Century Pair Of Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer And Iron Hardware and One Open Shelf.
20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Walnut Writing Table with Carved Family Crest, Spain
Located in Round Top, TX
Walnut writing table from Spain with decorative turned harp shaped legs and iron scrollwork stretcher.
Note the handsome central carved family crest and the words, "De Los Otal."
The...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Vtg Copper Relief Figural Mexican Aztec Warrior Large Wall Plaque Charger Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Copper Relief Figural Mexican Aztec Warrior Large Wall Plaque Charger Tray. Circa Mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Decorative Art
Materials
Copper
Early 20th Century Spanish Pine Trestle Table with Wood Stretcher
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th century Spanish pine trestle table with wood stretcher.
Ideal for a kitchen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Farm Tables
Materials
Pine
20th Century Large Italian Glazed Terra Cotta Eagle
Located in Miami, FL
20th century large Italian glazed terra cotta eagle.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Colonial Revival Animal Sculptures
Rare and Early American 19th Century Brass Oil Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine masterpiece is quite unusual and is in unbelievable condition. This is a fragile and amazing oil lamp with a handblown original glass globe. The condition is very good.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American American Colonial Antiquities
Materials
Brass
$1,356 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher, Toledo, Spain
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Spanish glazed cruche or pitcher, Toledo, Spain
The purpose of storing water in an
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Model Field Gun on Carriage, Cast Iron Porch Cannon
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century Model Field gun on carriage, cast iron porch cannon
A good and well made piece
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Colonial Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Tell City Hitchcock Style Maple Rumford
Gold Stenciled Spindle Back Bench 40"
By Tell City Chair Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century Tell City Chair Company bench seat featuring Hitchcock styling with spindle back and
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches
Materials
Maple
20th Century Spanish Tuscan Sifonier with Six Drawers in Carved Pine, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
From Northern Spain, constructed of solid pine, called "mobila", the rectangular top with molded edge atop a conforming case housing six drawers with solid pine, raised on a plinth ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage 6 Leg Scalloped Sided Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage 6 Leg Scalloped Table
A stunning mid century modern mahogany foyer or side table. Features
Category
Mid-20th Century European Colonial Revival Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$720 Sale Price
20% Off
Philippino Altar table w 2 Drawers. 19th Century. Narra Wood. Bone Inlay.
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Buffalo ) Bone Inlay. Colonial Style With Asian Construction. 5 Panel Top.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Philippine Spanish Colonial Coffee and Cocktail...
Materials
Bone, Wood
20th Century Pair Of Spanish Nightstands With One Drawer And Bronze Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
20th century pair of Spanish nightstands in solid walnut with one drawer, bronze hardware and round
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands
Materials
Bronze
Antique Dutch Delft Style Craftsmen Brown and White Tiles, Set of Three
Located in Elkhart, IN
and tradesmen. These make excellent coasters.
Holland, Circa Mid-19th Century
Measures: 5.25"W x
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Architectural Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Conant Ball Early American Style Maple Bedside Chest of Drawers Nightstand
By Conant Ball
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Early American Style Solid Maple Bedside three-drawer Chest of Drawers Nightstand
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown American Colonial Night Stands
Materials
Maple
Large Cedar Lined Dresser By Restoration Hardware
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large, cedar-lined dresser from Restoration Hardware. Made by Michael’s Furniture for Restoration Hardware, this timeless piece from the Marston collection features drawers lined i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Dressers
Materials
Cherry
20th Century French Bulletin Board with Lyre Legs Style
Located in Miami, FL
20th century French bulletin board with lyre legs.
Blue felt for stick notes.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Peruvian Cusco School Revival - San Isidoro - Circa 1950
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Presenting a Peruvian Cusco School Revival painting from the mid 20th century, depicting the
Category
Mid-20th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Red Lacquered Chest on Stand 19th Century, British India, 1860
Located in Epfach, DE
Red lacquered chest on stand 19th century, British India, 1860
Very charming 19th century chest
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory British Colonial...
Materials
Wood
19th Century Spanish Red and White Painted Oak Rush Seat Low Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Add rustic warmth to your home with this charming antique low chair, crafted in Spain circa 1860. Built of oak wood, the piece stands on turned legs joined by stretcher supports and ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
19th Century Spanish Chest of drawers in Duck Egg Blue Paint
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful 19th-century pine chest in a wonderful duck egg blue finish.
The cabinet features
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Pine, Paint
Colchester Group Solid Maple Single Drawer "Old Town Finish" Nightstand
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Colchester Group Solid Maple Single Drawer Three Tier Nightstand with the signature
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Night Stands
Materials
Maple
19th Century Anglo Indian Carved Rosewood Console Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 19th century beautiful and highly decorative British colonial rosewood console table
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare Set of Six 18th Century Dutch Copper
Brass Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
an Old World touch to any decor! This is a wonderful set of mid-18th century copper and brass
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Copper
20th Century Spanish Bowl in White and Blue by La Cartuja de Sevilla
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Spanish bowl in white and blue by La Cartuja de Sevilla.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Eight Spanish Revival Leather and Carved Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, crafted in the early 20th century. Executed in richly patinated walnut, each chair features
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
18th Century Dutch Delft Faïence Daisy Floral and Geometric Cobalt Blue Charger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An 18th century Dutch delft, tin-glazed earthenware deep charger, inspired by Chinese export
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Delft and Faience
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Anglo Indian Campaign Style Hardwood Curule Writing Desk w/ Brass Inlay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
& Finished Back. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 30" H x 48" W x 24" D x 25" Leg Clearance.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
John Somers Brazilian Pewter Round 11.5 Inches Serving Plate
By John Somers
Located in Raleigh, US
Somers, one of the most distinguished pewter craftsmen of the 20th century. Hailing from Brazil, Somers
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian British Colonial Serving Pieces
Materials
Pewter
An 18th Century Ebonized Ladderback Writing Chair, New England Circa 1750
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The ebonized maple frame showing four tiers of arched horizontal splats braced by turned columnar rear stile supports terminating to turned finials. The woven ‘split’ hickory trapezo...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Chairs
Materials
Hickory, Maple
$1,875 Sale Price
25% Off
Zabihi Collection Coral Wool Pillow from a 20th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Turkish Oushak rug. Coral, cream, soft brown accents.
Measures: 16" x 17".
Category
Mid-20th Century American Colonial Turkish Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Neather Early American Style Adjustable Height Occasional Folding CoachingTable
By Naether
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Adjustable Height Occasional Folding Coaching Table designed by Neather. Measures
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Mid-20th Century Unknown American Colonial Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Walnut Dutch Chairs of the 20th Century with Maple Wood Inlays, Netherlands
Located in Puglia, Puglia
4 Dutch chairs from the Mid-20th Century. Exceptional quality chairs, richly inlaid in walnut and
Category
20th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple, Walnut, Velvet
19th Century American Sterling Silver Tea Caddy by Shreve, Stanwood
Co, Boston
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This hand chased heavy gauge sterling tea caddy was made in Boston by renowned makers Shreve and Stanwood, and weighs approximately 15 ounces.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Colonial Revival Tea Caddies
Materials
Sterling Silver
1950
s Solid Maple Windsor Bench or Low Stool With Turned Legs
Shaped Seat
Located in West Chester, PA
Vintage hand crafted all solid maple single bench seat, low stool, or footstool. Nicely shaped seat and turned legs with stretchers.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches
Materials
Maple
Anton Van Unen Oil on Canvas
Dutch 1918-2010
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
ANTON VAN UNEN PAINTING (DUTCH 1918-2010)
Windmill in a Reedland.
Signed Lower Right.
Oil on canvas.
15 3/4" x 11 3/4" in., (40 x 30 cm.)
Framed.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Spanish Gilt 4-Tier Palm Fernery
By Ferrocolor
Located in Queens, NY
Spanish (mid-20th Cent) gilt metal 4 tier palm design planter stand/fernery (att: Ferrocolor)
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...
Materials
Metal
Mexico City by Braun
Hogenberg c. 1590
By Georg Braun and Frans Hogenberg
Located in Stamford, CT
Mexico by Braun & Hogenberg c. 1590
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Spanish Colonial Maps
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique Rustic Spanish Desk ~ Console ~ Sofa Table
Located in Dallas, TX
. Such designs date back for centuries on the Iberian Peninsula!
Circa mid-1900s
Measures 31H x 55W x 23D
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Spanish Colonial Sofa Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early American Style Rustic Stretcher Pine Log Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early American Style Rustic Stretcher Pine Log Bench.
Measures 35" in width, 17" in depth and 17.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches
Materials
Pine
Early American Style Rustic Stretcher Pine Log Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early American Style Rustic Stretcher Pine Log Bench.
Measures 28.5" in width, 17" in depth and 17.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches
Materials
Pine
Cobre Y Laton Mexican Brass Coffee Service with Tray, Sugar, Creamer, Taxco
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed Mexican brass coffee service set including matching tray, sugar pot and creamer. This is an artist original by artisan J.R.R. of the Taxco area, as marked on base of all piece...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Tea Sets
Materials
Brass
20th Century Dutch Trumeau Walnut with Maple Wood Inlays, Netherlands, 1950
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Dutch Trumeau from the mid-20th century. Furniture of exceptional quality, richly inlaid in walnut
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Dutch Colonial Secretaires
Materials
Maple, Walnut, Fir
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century colonial for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every mid century colonial was constructed with great care. There are 1489 variations of the antique or vintage mid century colonial you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century colonial, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century colonial, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or folk art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century colonial that is appealing in its simplicity, but Ole Wanscher, Francisco Franco Foundation and Poul Jeppesen produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Colonial?
A mid century colonial can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,523, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $368,000.
Questions About Mid Century Colonial
- 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.
- 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. - 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 ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- 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.
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Cohasset Colonial Hagerty
Cohasset Colonial
Cushman Of Vermont
Hagerty Cohasset