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Antique 18th Century Flower Dangle Earrings Ruby Emerald Baroque Pearl Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These delicate dangling earrings are made from flowers once part of a mid- 18th century necklace
Category
Antique 1760s European Dangle Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
FI Vintage Shandong Elmwood Bench w/ Luxe Cream White Shearling
Located in thousand oaks, CA
curly shearling textile in neutral cream white color-way.
From Fragments Identity in California!
Note
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Benches
Materials
Cotton, Synthetic, Faux Fur, Elm
1850s Samarkand Pillow 14"x10"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Description:
This rare pillow is crafted from a mid-19th century Samarkand rug fragment
Category
Antique 1850s Uzbek Khotan Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Feathers
Original 1964 poster by Bram van Velde for the XXth Salon de Mai
By Bram Van Velde
Located in PARIS, FR
turns what could have been mere promotional material into a collectible fragment of mid-century artistic
Category
1960s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Line Vautrin Golden bronze Talosel and mirrors necklace, 1960
By Line Vautrin
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Talosel, a unique resin she pioneered in the mid-20th century. Delicate mirrored fragments in golden
Category
Vintage 1960s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Quietly Distorted
Located in New Orleans, LA
transformation, where the imagery of utopian mid-century modernity collides with the fragmented, transient nature
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
The Garden and the Origin
Located in New Orleans, LA
transformation, where the imagery of utopian mid-century modernity collides with the fragmented, transient nature
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
The Garden of Yalta I
Located in New Orleans, LA
transformation, where the imagery of utopian mid-century modernity collides with the fragmented, transient nature
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
The Era of Delusion
Located in New Orleans, LA
transformation, where the imagery of utopian mid-century modernity collides with the fragmented, transient nature
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Pair of Italian Gilt Wood Wall Fragment Sculpture Shelves
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Two Tall Italian Gilt Wood Wall Decorations. This set is impressive as wall sculptures, featuring small 5 shelves, in a living or dining room setting. Certainly a focal point ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
18th Century Tapestry Fragment Pillow
By Suzanne Duin
Located in Houston, TX
18th century tapestry fragment bordered with vintage gold metallic trim on a pillow composed of
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws
Materials
Tapestry, Velvet
Antique Embroidery Fragment from India, Gujarat Area, Mid-19th Century
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
might actually date earlier than the proposed mid-19th century dating.
There is some damage
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Islamic Textiles
Materials
Linen, Silk
Diana and Her Bow
Aubusson Tapestry Fragment, Mid-18th Century
Located in London, GB
Small Aubusson tapestry fragment depicting the Greek goddess of hunting, Diana, with her bow in a
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century European Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Linen
Pair of 18th Century Fragment Pillow
By Suzanne Duin
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century tapestry fragment pillows in 100% cotton velvet in rich chocolate hue and
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws
Materials
Tapestry, Velvet
$1,495 / set
19th Century Cast Iron Roaring Lion Fragment
Located in North Egremont, MA
rare fragment dating to the mid-19th century. Nice weathered surface.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Sculptures and Carvings
19th Century Large French Architectural Fragment on Stand
Located in Charlotte, NC
Large fragment patinated and gilded on iron stand.
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Architectural Elements
18th century Hand carved Architectural wooden Fragment Acanthus leaves France
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a magnificent 18th-century hand-carved architectural wooden fragment from France
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Burl Fragment
Located in Seattle, WA
Large sculptural burl with remnants of another tree growing out of a large centre cavity. This is rock solid without any decay or movement. The wood species is undetermined.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$3,400
Zinc Architectural Fragment, Vintage
Located in Cookeville, TN
Featured is a nice metal architectural fragment that will make a unique wall decor piece. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Architectural Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Plaster Fragment on Lucite Base
Located in Wichita, KS
Vintage plaster fragment from a hotel, sitting on a Lucite base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mounted Objects
Materials
Lucite, Plaster
Carved Italian Gilt Architectural Fragments as Lamps
Located in Charlotte, NC
Carved Italian gilt architectural fragments as lamps. Pretty silver/taupe gilt finish, gray back.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Table Lamps
"Fragments" Garden Vessel Sculpture by Dennis Gallagher
By Dennis Gallagher
Located in Cathedral City, CA
clay structures that evoked fragments, memories or ruins of architecture. He was also a teacher at the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...
Pair of Baroque Period Italian Hand-Painted Architectural Fragments circa 1750
Located in Houston, TX
and see them first!
A pair of spectacular antique Italian architectural fragments, circa 1750
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
Vintage Crewelwork Pillow
Located in Seattle, WA
A Pillow constructed from a mid 20th century crewelwork fragment and vintage trimmings. Backed with
Category
20th Century Unknown Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Feathers
Pair of Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of custom table lamps using mid-century cast iron architectural fragments, now attractively
Category
American Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
$1,200 / set
Mid-17th Century Carved Torso Fragment
Located in Nashville, TN
. Missing head , limbs (as shown ) and other losses throughout. The base mid-to-late 20th century , chips
Category
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid 19th Century Red Yomut Chuval Fragment Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
This banded fragment of a Turkmen chuval seems to be a rare take on a familiar theme. The Tekke
Category
Antique 19th Century Turkmen Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-19th Century Carved Stone Building Fragment
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Mid-19th century French carved limestone sister of mercy, unusual heavily weathered front more than
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Statues
Mid Century Museum Reproduction Sculpture Fragment of a Grecian Style Head
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid century Objet d’art. A museum style replica of an ancient Greek or Roman statue fragment
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Mid-18th Century Italian Architectural Fragment / Console Table
Located in Dallas, TX
A large mid-18th century Italian gilded and poly-chromed architectural fragment used as a console
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Console Tables
Materials
Marble
Vintage Mid-Century Figurative Oil Painting -Fragmented Reflection
Located in Bristol, GB
FRAGMENTED REFLECTIONS
Size: 44 x 31 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A captivating mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Mid-Century Modern Geometric Abstract Oil Painting - Fragmented Dwellings
Located in Bristol, GB
executed mid-century modern painting that presents an abstracted interpretation of architectural forms or
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
Mid-Eighteenth Century French Regency Period Hand-Carved Walnut Fragment
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-eighteenth century French Regency period hand carved walnut fragment features a large
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Regency Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Geometric Abstract Figurative Oil Painting - Fragments
Located in Bristol, GB
FRAGMENTS
Size: 58 x 38.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on Canvas
An outstanding geometric abstract mid
Category
1960s Abstract Geometric Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage Large Wool Rug Pillows, Mid-20th Century, Chinese Rug Fragment
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Lot of three large 40" long 24" wide pillows made out of a mid-20th century wool silk rug fragments
Category
Vintage 1950s East Asian Mid-Century Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid Century Modern Vintage Original Landscape Oil Painting -Horizon in Fragments
Located in Bristol, GB
composition mid-century modernist style painting that captures the essence of an abstracted landscape, painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1964 Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Figurative Oil Painting - Fragments of Being
Located in Bristol, GB
FRAGMENTS OF BEING
Oil on Canvas
Size: 75.5 X 81 cm (including frame)
A striking mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century English Rocking Horse Wood Fragment
Located in Wichita, KS
A stunning English painted rocking horse fragment made of wood with elongated legs which stands
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Toys
19th Century Sukhothai Bronze Buddha Fragment
Located in Chicago, IL
the mid-19th century. Cast in the older Sukhothai style, the Buddha bears a flame-like spike
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Modern Abstract Urban Landscape Oil Painting - Fragments of the City
Located in Bristol, GB
FRAGMENTS OF THE CITY
Size: 50 x 66.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A captivating mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Beautiful 18th Century Aubusson Tapestry Fragment
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A fragment of an Aubusson tapestry from 18th century, with a design of shepherds.
Take a look at
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Silk
Neutral Turkish Fragment Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Turkish fragment rug in neutral colors, predominantly in brown.
Measures: 2'5
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid 20th Century Taxidermy Goat Covered in Pine Decorative Antique Fragments
Located in London, GB
Mid 20th Century Taxidermy Goat Covered in Pine Decorative Antique Fragments
A complete one off
Category
Vintage 1940s British Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art
Materials
Natural Fiber, Pine
Large Framed Tapestry Fragment, France or Belgium, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
framed in pinewood, the tapestry depicting a castle, foliage, and animals
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Belgian Louis XV Tapestries
Fragment Replaced
By George Nama
Located in Surfside, FL
for himself, turning them into something new. The flow of a handwriting, a fragment of a headline, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Mixed Media
18th Century Carved Wooden Fragment of Cloud
Located in Houston, TX
18th century carved wooden fragment of cloud sculpture from a religious tableaux. Hand-carved in
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Professionally Framed Antique Suzani Fragment, Uzbekistan, Mid 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Uzbek Suzani Decorative Art
Materials
Silk
Persian Bakshaish Pictorial Fragment Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Fragment Rug with 10 soldiers standing on a beige field
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Folk Art Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Outstanding Double-Sided 18th Century Italian Altar Fragment
Located in Round Top, TX
An outstanding double-sided 18th century Altar Fragment from Northern Italy. A truly remarkable
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
Antique Architectural Demilune Sunburst Window Fragment
Located in Redding, CT
Antique architectural demilune sunburst window fragment. Half mooned fan like shape. Painted white
Category
Mid-20th Century Country Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
Figurehead Fragment Bust
Located in Nantucket, MA
Carved and painted ship's figurehead fragment of a neoclassical woman.
Finely carved with dark
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century North American Folk Art Nautical Objects
Materials
Pine
$8,500
Pretty antique 18th century French Aubusson Tapestry fragment
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite fragment of a border of a French Aubusson tapestry from the middle of the 17th century
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
Pretty antique 17th century French Aubusson Tapestry fragment
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite fragment of a border of a French Aubusson tapestry from the middle of the 17th century
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
Zinc Building Fragment
Located in Peekskill, NY
This early handcrafted zinc ornamental building crown is amazing. The size, patina and character make this example a perfect wall hanging. It has a nice natural rough edge that frame...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Industrial Architectural Elements
$2,800
Napoleon III Neoclassical Plaster
Wood Fragment Panel
Located in New Orleans, LA
during the reign of Napoleon III in the mid-19th century. Combining the robust strength of wood with the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Kew Side: A Fragment
By Sir Francis Seymour Haden, R.A.
Located in Plano, TX
Kew Side: A Fragment 1864. Etching. Schneiderman catalog 75b. state ii. 5 7/16 x 4 5/8 x 8 7/16
Category
Mid-19th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Drypoint, Etching
Italian Carved Wood Fragment of a Cherub, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
fragment with detailed carving and good patina, mounted for hanging on a wall
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Materials
Wood
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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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