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Mid-Century Modernist Crystal Decanter with Drop form Stopper Signed Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and beautifully formed Mid-Century Modernist Crystal Decanter Signed Baccarat
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Spirit Tantalus, Danish, Teak, Glass, Bar Caddy, Decanters, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Dyrlund was a noted Danish cabinetmaker in the mid 20th century, with progressive designs
This is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Crystal Brandy Decanter, English, Cut Glass Spirit Vessel, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a distinguished mid 20th century brandy decanter, showcasing exquisite English cut glass
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Crystal Decanter
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand-blown Baccarat Remy Martin Louis XIII crystal decanter bottle with stopper, circa 1957-1967
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Barware
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Fine Wine Decanter, English, Etched Glass, Spirit Vessel, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage fine wine decanter. An English, etched glass spirit vessel, dating to the mid
Category
Mid-20th Century British Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Green Glass Decanter With Embossed Leather Case, AT ca. 1960
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Very decorative mid century green glass decanter with handmade leathercase from the period around
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Leather, Blown Glass
Mid-Century "Haig
Haig Scotch" Glass Decanter with Sterling Silver Overlay
By Haig
Haig Scotch
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-century "Haig & Haig Scotch" three-sided glass decanter with sterling silver overlay, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Ship
s Merlot Decanter, English Crystal Glass, Wine, Spirit, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
vessel, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Delightfully formed decanter with an appealing
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Cut Glass
Vintage Ship
s Decanter, English, Cut Crystal Glass, Wine, Spirit, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Present your favourite spirits in this striking wine
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Cut Glass
Mid-Century Murano Gold and Transparent Glass Decanter with Crown Stop
Located in Villaverla, IT
Exquisite Mid-Century Murano Gold and Transparent Glass Decanter with Crown Stopper, circa 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Gold, Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Clear Glass Decanter Signed Eugene Von Boch for Villeroy
Boch
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and minimal decanter in transparent glass originates from Germany during the 20th
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid century Victorian Cut Decanters in the original Silver Plated Stand
Located in Birmingham, AL
Antique Victorian style, high Quality Cut Glass 3 Decanters & Original Silver Plated Stand Tantalus
Category
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
$360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Crystal Wine Ewer, English, Glass, Claret, Spirit Decanter, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Striking example with a brilliance to draw admiring glances
Displays a
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Cut Glass
Mid-Century French Hand-Blown Smoke Glass Wine Decanter with Sculptural Handle
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautifully proportioned mid-century French wine decanter, hand-blown in smoky gray-brown glass
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Medium Body Wine Decanter, English, Glass, Merlot, Mid Century, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
Of appealing shaft & globe form, with a bulbous lower and
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Decanter
12 bowls Brass Gold Plated 23 carat Mid-Century Modern, Sweden, 1960s
By Skultuna, Josef Frank, Pierre Forsell, Pierre Forssell, Paavo Tynell
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant Decanter and bowls made from brass. Gold plated, 23 carat.
Designed by Pierre Forssell and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Mid Century Modern Art Glass Thumbprint Designs Decanter and Stopper
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Mid Century Modern Original Art Glass Decanter and stopper featuring striking
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
$297 Sale Price
40% Off
Decanter Shot Glass Set Gold Nautical Design Barware, Czech, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
, circa mid-20th century, Europe. Beautiful gold details include nautical scene of a ship with sails, boat
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Barware
Materials
Crystal
Mid Century Holmegaard Glass Decanter By Michael Bang Rare Crown Stopper Denmark
By Jacob Bang, Holmgaard
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage smokey gray gradient blown glass cinched decanter bottle was designed by Michael Bang
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Liqueur Decanter, English, Cut Crystal Glass, Mid 20th Century, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Elegantly crafted and richly detailed, ideal for refined drinks
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Brandy Decanter, English Cut Glass Spirit Vessel, Mid 20th Century, 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
accent
This is a fine mid-century glass decanter with timeless appeal, perfect for the connoisseur or
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Cut Glass
Danish Modern Mid century LaGardo Tackett Vase/Pitcher in Porcelain Decanter
By Lagardo Tackett
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical porcelain decanter circa 1970s designed by La Gardo Tackett nice condition co chips or
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Ardalt Mid-Century Modern Black
Gold Ceramic Carafe, Decanter, Vessel Italy
By Ardalt
Located in Miami, FL
ARDALT Italy Mid-Century Modern tall Ceramic vase, vessel, decanter in black Gold, white
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Knight Helmet Form Musical Box Hidden Bar Serving Decanter Set
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Whimsical hidden decanter, cloaked in the form of a knight’s helmet. Once the decanter is removed
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Barware
Materials
Metal
English Novelty Jaguar SS Car Radiator Decanter by Ruddspeed Mid-Century Modern
By Ruddspeed
Located in Northampton, GB
decanter is marked Ruddspeed, England, Reg. Design. and dated to the Mid-Century Modern period Circa 1960
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Chrome
Colorful Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Glass Decanters by Empoli
By Empoli
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very colorful and decorative set of six Italian glass decanters. There is one white decanter, one
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Liqueur Set Stemware and Decanter Mid-Century Modern, Murano Italy 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Set of six beautiful glasses and a decanter. Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Ship’s Decanter, English, Crystal Glass Wine Vessel, Mid Century, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a handsome mid 20th century crystal decanter, with a classic ship’s form and brilliant cut
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Green Mid-Century Glass Decanter by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1960s
By Per Lütken
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Green hand-blown Winston decanter designed in 1956 by Per Lütken. Manufactured at Holmegaard in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Blown Glass, Cork
Mid-Century Blue Empoli Glass Decanter Flowers Bottle with Stopper, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A stunning blue decanter with flower design, made by one of the many glass manufacturers based in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Glass
Mid-20th Century Modern Cut Crystal/Glass Baccarat Decanter with Stopper, France
By Baccarat
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern cut crystal/glass decanter with stopper stamped by Baccarat, France
By
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Art Pottery Gouda Styled Keg
Glasses Liquor Decanter Set
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Mid-Century Modern art pottery keg with glasses and serving Stand is not signed legibly, but
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Pottery, Glass, Wood
Pair Mid Century Full Lead Crystal Sterling Silver Spirits Wine Decanters, 1966
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Wine Decanters, made by renowned silversmiths Roberts and Dore of Hatton Garden London, England.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-Century French Saint Clement Majolica Parrot Absinthe Pitcher Decanter
By Saint-Clément
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous vintage French majolica parrot absinthe pitcher decanter or figural jug hand painted
Category
Vintage 1940s French Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Mid-Century French Iron and Glass Wine Decanter Dispenser with Tastevin Cup
Located in Dallas, TX
Celebrate the art of wine service with this elegant wine decanter dispenser, crafted in France
Category
Mid-20th Century French Barware
Materials
Silver Plate, Wrought Iron
Spanish Mid Century Spaghetti String Green Art Glass String Decanter Bottle
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stylish Mid-Century Modern Mod style green spaghetti string glass decanter featuring intricate
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Cork
A Mid 19th Century Silver Plated Spirit Decanter Coaster, English Circa 1840
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very good silver plated spirit decanter coaster featuring a high walled body & flaring rim rising
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Spiral Striped Mid-Century Glass Bottle Decanter Murano Italy, Gio Ponti attr
Located in Den Haag, NL
Murano Glass Bottle Decanter, Vintage Spiral Striped Glass Bottle, Bottle With Stopper, Gio Ponti
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass
Baccarat Mid-Century French Crystal Decanter Bottle with Silver Neck, 1930
By Baccarat
Located in Bochum, NRW
Elegant crystal decanter with a silver frame, covering the crystal top part.
There is a silver
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Blown Amethyst Purple Art Glass Vase Vessel Decanter
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern tall blown glass vase, vessel, decanter in translucent amethyst purple.
Amethyst
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
19th century Decanter Box with Braham lock
Located in MILL, NL
Late 19th century decanter box.
With braham lock. In very good condition. Lock works well. Bottles
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Tea Caddies
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Set of Green and Black Glass Decanter and Six Glasses
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century Modern set of green and black glass decanter and six glasses, Germany, circa the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Artisan Striped Cane Bottle Decanters like Gio Ponti for Venini
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hyattsville, MD
with matching stoppers. Thin walled, striping all through botles and the stoppers. High quality mid
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
$956 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Waterford Crystal Decanter
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage clear glass decanter with square stopper
A decanter is a vessel that is used to hold the
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Waterford Crystal Decanter
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage clear glass decanter with spherical topper
A decanter is a vessel that is used to hold the
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass, Cut Glass
Marked Mid-Century Modern Blown Amethyst Purple Art Glass Vase or Decanter Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Mid-Century Modern tall blown glass vase, vessel, decanter in translucent amethyst purple
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Waterford Lismore Cut Crystal Decanter
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage cut crystal decanter with a tapered body and tall square glass stopper. (WATERFORD, LISMORE
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Crystal Decanter German
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in New York, NY
with stopper, in the style of luxury maker Val St. Lambert, circa mid to late-20th century, West
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Barware
Materials
Crystal
Pair of 19th Century Bristol Green Glass Decanters
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid nineteenth century emarald green cut glass decanters, with fluted necks, retaining
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Glass
Materials
Glass
$2,519 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern 22-Karat Gold Moroccan Decanter and Wine Glasses Set c. 1965
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful midcentury Moroccan themed set includes wine decanter and matching wine glasses with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Gold Plate
Mid Century Modern Style Sterling Silver Set of 6 Decanter Labels by Brian Cain
Located in London, London
silver decanter labels feature a bark effect finish, with raised and polished spirit names. The labels
Category
Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Asymmetrical MCM Baccarat Crystal Whiskey Decanters, 20th Century
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Unusual asymmetrical configuration Modernist style pair of Baccarat crystal decanters.
Signed on
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
Decanter Czech Bohemian Bottle
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
mid-20th century, Czechoslovakia. Decanter is a brightly colored yellow/chartreuse with 'cut-to-clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Bohemian Glass
Materials
Crystal
Aldo Tura for Macabo Milano Mid-Century Thermos Decanter in walnut wood 1950s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Palermo, IT
Aldo Tura for Macabo Milano Italia Thermos Decanter in walnut wood, 1950s
It belonged to my great
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Pitchers
Materials
Wood
$177 Sale Price
63% Off
Pair of Georgian Style Liquor Decanters
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of handcut glass liquor decanters with original stoppers. The bottles with ring necks
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Barware
Materials
Cut Steel
$1,250 / set
Vintage Lead Crystal Decanter Style of Atlantis
By Atlantis
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Leaded Glass Crystal Decanter w/ Stopper ribbed glass
8.5 h x 5.38 w x 2.75
in the style of
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal
20th Century Large Lidded Crystal and Silver Plated Decanter
By Lancel Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite Lancel crystal decanter is a stunning example of
mid-century modern design. Crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century French Barware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
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Mid Century Decanter For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century decanter available at 1stDibs. Each mid century decanter for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and blown glass. Find 1530 options for an antique or vintage mid century decanter now, or shop our selection of 43 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century decanter, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century decanter made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century decanter over the years, but those crafted by Blenko, Karl Palda and Empoli are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Decanter?
The average selling price for a mid century decanter at 1stDibs is $772, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $128,500 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Mid Century Decanter
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 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 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.
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