What is the difference between mid-century and mid-century modern?

The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.

What is a mid-century chair?

A 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 does mid century mean?

The 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 mid century furniture?

Mid-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?

Mid-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?

A 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?

Mid-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?

Mid-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.

How do you identify mid century lamps?

To 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.

How can you tell if furniture is mid century?

To 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.

How can you tell if a chair is mid century?

To 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.

Is rattan mid-century modern?

Yes, 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.

What makes a dresser mid-century?

A 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 Mondrian mid century modern?

Yes, 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?

Yes, 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.

Why is mid century modern popular?

Most 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.

What time is considered mid-century??

Mid-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.

What does mid century modern mean?

Mid 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.

What is mid century modern furniture?

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.

Is Eames mid-century modern?

Yes, 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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$6,400

1970s Mid Century Modern Burlwood Veneer Parsons Console Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in Elkton, MD

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1970s Mid Century Modern Burlwood Veneer Parsons Console Table

$1,400

Mid-Century Modern Console by Jan Vlug, Belgium, 1970s

By Jan Vlug

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern console by Jan Vlug - Belgium 1970s.

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Mid-Century Modern Console by Jan Vlug, Belgium, 1970s

$5,700

Mid-Century Modern Console Table by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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$1,500

Italian mid-century modern Rectangular console in wood, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

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Wood

Italian mid-century modern Rectangular console in wood, 1960s

$1,128

Mid Century Entry Console Table in Mahogany, C. 1950s

Located in Westport, CT

An outstanding console table executed in mahogany with brass hardware, three drawers, and side

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Brass

Mid Century Entry Console Table in Mahogany, C. 1950s

$5,800

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Corner Console Tables

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Mid-Century Modern corner console tables. Foldable with a wooden top protected by an angled

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Concrete, Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Corner Console Tables

$4,800 / set

Paola Buffa, Mid-Century Italian Console Table, 1960s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Slender form with ebonized legs, gilt accents, and inset marble top. Subtle neoclassical ornamentation makes it ideal as an entryway.

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Marble

Paola Buffa, Mid-Century Italian Console Table, 1960s

$2,700

Mid-Century American Classical Three Tier Mahogany Magazine Rack Console Table

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century American Classical Mahogany Magazine Rack small console Table, sofa table or side table

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Mahogany

Mid-Century American Classical Three Tier Mahogany Magazine Rack Console Table

$1,195

Mid Century Iconic Console Table by Jean-Michel Wilmotte

By Jean-Michel Wilmotte

Located in San Francisco, CA

A timeless console table designed in the early 1980s by Jean-Michel Wilmotte. In his pursuit of

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Granite, Metal

Mid Century Iconic Console Table by Jean-Michel Wilmotte

$2,500

Paul McCobb Brass and Vitrolite Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Round Top, TX

Iconic Paul McCobb brass and Vitrolite console table. Perfect age and oxidation to brass in the

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Brass

Paul McCobb Brass and Vitrolite Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

$8,000

Mid-Century American Classical Two-Tier Mahogany Low Console Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century American Classical Mahogany Magazine Rack small console Table, sofa table or side table

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Console Tables

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Mahogany

Mid-Century American Classical Two-Tier Mahogany Low Console Side Table

$1,195

Split Cane Bamboo Console Table mid-century modern style

Located in Oxford, GB

Split cane bamboo console table with recessed cerused mahogany feet. We have an exceptional Mid

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Bamboo, Wood

Split Cane Bamboo Console Table mid-century modern style

$6,304

Mid-Century Modern Italian Console with Glass Top

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Italian Console with Glass Top with glass top

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Italian Console with Glass Top

$4,275

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Italian Modern Mahogany and Brass Console

By Ico Parisi

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Mid-Century Modern mahogany and brass console table. (Attributed to ICO PARISI)

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Brass, Metal

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Italian Modern Mahogany and Brass Console

$23,000

French Louis XV, Mid-18th Century Giltwood Corner Console

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

A very fine French Louis XV mid-18th century giltwood corner console table. Carved throughout with

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Marble

French Louis XV, Mid-18th Century Giltwood Corner Console

$16,033

Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Console Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Enhance your home with the Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Console Table. This American-crafted piece

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Reed, Glass

Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Pencil Reed Console Table

$2,650

Mid-century Italian Console Table with marble top, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Mid-century Italian console table with marble top, 1950s Intact and in good condition. Drawer on

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Marble

Mid-century Italian Console Table with marble top, 1950s

$1,900

Klaus Rausch Mid-Century Brutalist Geometric Monumental Console Table, 1960s

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern rustic Brutalist geometric monumental console table By

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Leather, Wood

Klaus Rausch Mid-Century Brutalist Geometric Monumental Console Table, 1960s

1960s Mid-Century Modern Italian Barley Twisted Wood Wall Console Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant and refined Italian 1960s Mid-Century Modern design console table highlighted by the 3

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Wood

1960s Mid-Century Modern Italian Barley Twisted Wood Wall Console Table

$1,781

Mid-Century Italian Wooden Console Table, Paolo Buffa Style, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Argelato, BO

Mid-Century Italian Wooden Console Table, Paolo Buffa Style, Italy, 1950s The console table, with

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Brass

Mid-Century Italian Wooden Console Table, Paolo Buffa Style, 1950s

$2,791

Brueton Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Lacquer Console Sofa Table

By Brueton

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Mid-Century Modern sculptural black lacquered console, sofa or hall table featuring sleek and sexy

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Fiberglass

Brueton Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Lacquer Console Sofa Table

$4,500

Vintage Mid-Century Metal Console Table with Stone Top

Located in New York, NY

Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation. A passion for luxury and an unwavering commitment to beauty are ...

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Stone, Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Metal Console Table with Stone Top

$4,200

Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Table in Frosted Lucite, 1970s

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Foyer console in Frosted Lucite, Italy 1970's. The legs have beveled edges.

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Lucite

Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Table in Frosted Lucite, 1970s

$1,015 Sale Price

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Mid Century Modern Karl Springer Style Linen Console With Drawers

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer style console table with two drawers. The cream colored

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Linen

Mid Century Modern Karl Springer Style Linen Console With Drawers

$3,840

Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Consoles / Sofa Tables

Located in New York, NY

2 Elegant French Mid-Century Modern sofa tables or consoles in Lucite / Plexiglass with stainless

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Lucite, Plexiglass

Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Consoles / Sofa Tables

$7,200 Sale Price / item

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Mid-Century Italian Wood Inlay Demi Lune Wall Console Side Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant and refined Italian Mid-Century Modern design console side table. Standing on three

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Wood

Mid-Century Italian Wood Inlay Demi Lune Wall Console Side Table

$1,900

Mid Century Italian Blond and Rosewood Console with Carved Detail

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this console dates from approximately 1960. This demi-lune shaped console is made

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Maple, Rosewood

Mid Century Italian Blond and Rosewood Console with Carved Detail

$3,295

Mid-Century Modern Marble or Travertine Single Pedestal Console

By Artedi, Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Midcentury Italian modern marble console or sofa table.

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Marble or Travertine Single Pedestal Console

$4,200

Pair of Mid-Century Sea Shell Console Tables (Manner of Groult)

By Andre Groult

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Mid-Century (Possibly French) painted console tables with sea shell form base under a

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Pair of Mid-Century Sea Shell Console Tables (Manner of Groult)

$20,000 / set

Mid Century Brutalist Faux Stone and Glass Top Console

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A Brutalist-style console table featuring a sculptural faux stone base supporting a rectangular

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Glass

Mid Century Brutalist Faux Stone and Glass Top Console

$2,220

Fabulous Enrique Garcel Tessellated Horn XL Console Table Mid-Century

By Enrique Garcel

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Striking and sophisticated Enrique Garcel tessellated horn console table featuring geometric inlay

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Horn

Fabulous Enrique Garcel Tessellated Horn XL Console Table Mid-Century

$7,500

Mid-Century French Walnut Oak Veneer Console Table, 1960s

Located in Miami, FL

Fine French neoclassical carved and inlaid console table made of wood and walnut and oak veneers in

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Oak, Walnut

Mid-Century French Walnut Oak Veneer Console Table, 1960s

$3,090

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Burl Wood Console Tables

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sophisticated pair of Italian console tables from the mid-20th century, crafted with exceptional

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Console Tables

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Burl Wood Console Tables

$6,800 / set

Indian mid-century modern console with drawer in wood, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Indian mid-century modern console with drawer in wood, 1970s Console table with rectangular top

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Vintage 1970s Indian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Wood, Teak

Indian mid-century modern console with drawer in wood, 1970s

$1,544

Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Travertine Console Sofa Table MINT

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Travertine Console Sofa Table MINT

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Travertine

Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Travertine Console Sofa Table MINT

$4,800

Italian Mid-Century Brass Black Opaline Console Table 1970s

Located in Paris, IDF

decorative piece. This console table deserves to be the focal point of your entrance or living room. It has

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Brass

Italian Mid-Century Brass Black Opaline Console Table 1970s

$4,370 Sale Price

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Handsome Faux Bamboo 2 Tier Console Table Mid-Century Modern

By Billy Baldwin

Located in Pemberton, NJ

This stunning vintage faux bamboo console table showcases timeless craftsmanship and elegant

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Metal

Handsome Faux Bamboo 2 Tier Console Table Mid-Century Modern

$2,250

Mid-20th Century Restored Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Console Table

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

An elegant wave of texture and form, this Mid-20th Century console table is crafted in a sculptural

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Rattan

Mid-20th Century Restored Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Console Table

$5,100

Johan Tapp American Mid-Century Custom Flip Flop Console Table

By Johan Tapp

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century Maple Custom "Flip Flop" Console Table with drop leaf sides supported by oval

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Wood

Johan Tapp American Mid-Century Custom Flip Flop Console Table

$14,500

Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Foyer Entry Console Phone Table

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Foyer Entry Console Phone Table This phone table measures

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Teak Tambour Door Foyer Entry Console Phone Table

$1,995

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Metal Console by Lova Creations

By Lova Creation

Located in London, GB

Exceptional brass console with inset agate detail. and black lacquered steel base. The gate leg

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Metal Console by Lova Creations

$10,829

Sensational Brass Aluminum Console Sofa Table Mid-Century Modern

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Sensational aluminium, brass and glass console or sofa table, great quality and exceptional

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Aluminum, Brass

Sensational Brass Aluminum Console Sofa Table Mid-Century Modern

$1,760 Sale Price

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1960 s Mid-Century Modern Tubular Chrome Paperclip Console Table

By Karl Springer, Jerry Johnson, Milo Baughman

Located in West Chester, PA

Vintage 1960's tubular chrome paperclip console table with glass top that is fixed to the base with

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Chrome

1960 s Mid-Century Modern Tubular Chrome Paperclip Console Table

$995

1970s Polished Aluminum Long, Mid-Century Modern Console Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Super sexy polished aluminum long console table.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Aluminum

1970s Polished Aluminum Long, Mid-Century Modern Console Table

$1,750

Beautiful Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Glass Top Inset Console Serving Table

Located in Roslyn, NY

A beautiful vintage Mid-Century Modern brass with thick glass top inset to each leg, console

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Brass

Beautiful Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Glass Top Inset Console Serving Table

$1,850

Milo Baughman Burled Olivewood Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous Milo Baughman olivewood Parsons console table. Fabulous olivewood grain on the top is in

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Burl

Milo Baughman Burled Olivewood Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

$2,800 Sale Price

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Sleek Chrome and Glass Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Sleek chrome and glass console table great looking behind your sofa or in your entryway.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Chrome

Sleek Chrome and Glass Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

$2,800

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Lucite Chrome Brass Console Serving Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern / Art Deco lucite with chrome & brass base console / serving table

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Lucite Chrome Brass Console Serving Table

$2,450

A mid century modern style console with Oriental inspired details.

Located in Bronx, NY

A mid century modern style console with Oriental inspired details.

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Hardwood

A mid century modern style console with Oriental inspired details.

$2,950

Mid-20th Century Architectural Console table by Romeo Riga, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Chrome, Brass and Glass Console table by Romeo Riga, Italy c1960's. Architectural console table of

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Brass, Chrome

Mid-20th Century Architectural Console table by Romeo Riga, Italy

$6,800

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Style Custom Parchment Console Tables

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Mid-Century Italian-style (Modern) parchment veneer console tables with rounded edges and

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Wood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Style Custom Parchment Console Tables

$16,000 / set

De Coene Wall-Mounted Bedside Table in Walnut and Rosewood

By De Coene Frères

Located in Houston, TX

De Coene wall-mounted bedside table in walnut and rosewood, mid-century console (1960) in veneered

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Metal, Brass

De Coene Wall-Mounted Bedside Table in Walnut and Rosewood

$3,300

Pair Mid-20th Century Carved Leaf Consoles, Style of Serge Roche

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a wonderful pair of mid-century carved wood consoles in the style of Serge Roche. The

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Wood

Pair Mid-20th Century Carved Leaf Consoles, Style of Serge Roche

$3,850 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Brass Metal and Rattan Gold Console Hall Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Mid Century Modern Brass Metal and Rattan Gold Console Hall Table (No glass). Circa Late 20th

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Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Brass Metal and Rattan Gold Console Hall Table

$550

Mid-Century Modern One Pedestal Composite Art Console Sofa Table

By Dickinson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern molded composite art single pedestal console sofa table.

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Composition

Mid-Century Modern One Pedestal Composite Art Console Sofa Table

$3,200

Wonderful Mid Century Modern Glass Wood Console Table Desk Manner Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Glass & Wood Console Table / Desk In The Style And Manner Of Karl

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Glass, Wood

Wonderful Mid Century Modern Glass Wood Console Table Desk Manner Karl Springer

$1,250

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century console for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every mid century console was constructed with great care. There are 5838 variations of the antique or vintage mid century console you’re looking for, while we also have 145 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century console, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century console, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century console that is appealing in its simplicity, but Paul Evans, Milo Baughman and Mastercraft produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Console?

Prices for a mid century console can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $361,848, while the average can fetch as much as $3,604.

Finding the Right Console-tables for You

Few pieces of furniture are celebrated for their functionality as much as their decorative attributes in the way that console tables are. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years.

The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. The era’s outwardly sculptural examples of these small structures were paired with mirrors or matching stools and had tabletops of marble. They were most often half-moon-shaped and stood on two scrolled giltwood legs, and because they weren’t wholly supported on their two legs rather than the traditional four, their flat-backed supports were intended to hug the wall behind them and were commonly joined by an ornate stretcher. The legs were affixed or bolted to the wall with architectural brackets called console brackets — hence, the name we know them by today — which gave the impression that they were freestanding furnishings. While console tables introduced a dose of drama in the foyer of any given aristocrat — an embodiment of Rococo-style furniture — the table actually occupied minimal floor space (an attractive feature in home furniture). As demand grew and console tables made their way to other countries, they gained recognition as versatile additions to any home.

Contemporary console tables comprise many different materials and are characterized today by varying shapes and design styles. It is typical to find them made of marble, walnut or oak and metal. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. A narrow console table is a practical option if you need to save space — having outgrown their origins as purely ornamental, today’s console tables are home to treasured decorative objects, help fill empty foyers and, outfitted with drawers or a shelf, can provide a modest amount of storage as needed.

The rich collection of antique, new and vintage console tables on 1stDibs includes everything from 19th-century gems designed in the Empire style to unique rattan pieces and more.

Questions About Mid Century Console

What is the difference between mid-century and mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
What is a mid-century chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A 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 does mid century mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The 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 mid century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid-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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mid-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?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mid-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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid-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.
How do you identify mid century lamps?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To 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.
How can you tell if furniture is mid century?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To 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.
How can you tell if a chair is mid century?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To 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.
Is rattan mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Yes, 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.
What makes a dresser mid-century?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
A 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 Mondrian mid century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Yes, 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.
Why is mid century modern popular?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Most 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.
What time is considered mid-century??
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mid-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.
What does mid century modern mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid 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.
What is mid century modern furniture?
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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, 2021
Mid 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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Yes, 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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