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Original Vintage London Transport Poster By Henrion Visitor
s London Guide Book
Located in London, GB
notable graphic designer Frederic Henri Kay Henrion (1914-1990) featuring a surreal mid-century
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Sir Norman Hartnell, Mid-20th Century Fashion Illustration
Located in London, GB
A mid-1960s fashion illustration: Sir Norman Hartnell (1901-1979), H.M. Queen Elizabeth's Couturier
Category
Mid-20th Century English Drawings
Sir Norman Hartnellm Mid-20th Century Fashion Illustration
Located in London, GB
A mid-1960s fashion illustration: Sir Norman Hartnell (1901-1979), H.M. Queen Elizabeth's Couturier
Category
Mid-20th Century English Drawings
Sir Norman Hartnell, A Mid-20th Century Fashion Illustration
Located in London, GB
A mid-1960s fashion illustration: Sir Norman Hartnell (1901-1979), H.M. Queen Elizabeth's Couturier
Category
Mid-20th Century English Drawings
The Young Artist
Modern British Mid Century Master Drawing Illustration
By Steven Spurrier
Located in London, GB
with his window on the rest of the world.
At the turn of the last century, Steven Spurrier, the son of
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pastel
Artist and Muse
Modern British Mid Century Master Drawing Illustration
By Steven Spurrier
Located in London, GB
with his window on the rest of the world.
At the turn of the last century, Steven Spurrier, the son of
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
Cavalry Club, 1939
Modern British Mid Century Master Drawing Illustration
Located in London, GB
Waugh, J B Priestley and Anthony Powell. They began to commission illustration for magazines and plays
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Ink, Laid Paper, Pen
Illustration Domestic Scene, American, 1950s
Located in Hoboken, NJ
Pen and ink on paper, illustration, domestic scene, United States, 1950s. Artist unknown. Framed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drawings
Materials
Paper
1970s Antoon Mortier Clown Illustrations Book
By Antoon Mortier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful book from the 1970s by Belgian illustrator Antoon Mortier.
Clowns, each one individually signed by the artist.
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Books
Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Tree, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
since 1960s as an illustration and wall art at schools. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
Arturo Eduardo Teixeira Barbosa Watercolors/Illustrations, Circa Late 1920s
By Artur Ernesto Teixeira Barbosa
Located in Brightlingsea, Essex
magazine or periodical, mid-20th century, each charmingly depicting winter scenes possibly for a Christmas
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Drawings
Materials
Watercolor, Gouache
Colorful Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Cow, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
an illustration and wall art. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with some patina on the plastic
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
Colorful Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Cow, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
since 1960s as an illustration and wall art. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with some patina on
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Winter, Scenery Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
since 1960s as an illustration and wall art at schools. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
Colorful Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Ram, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
since 1960s as an illustration and wall art. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with some patina on
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
1960s London Coach Travel Poster Illustration Pop Art
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Rare 1961 promotional travel poster for Express Coaches to London designed by Fred Pauker for the Omnibus Company Ltd, UK. Rolled.
Measure: L 76cm x W 51cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Woman and a Dog, Illustration on Paper, American, 1950s
Located in Hoboken, NJ
Pen and ink illustration on paper, figure with a dog. United States 1950s. Artist unknown. Measures
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drawings
Materials
Paper
Colorful Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Three Pigs, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
1960s as an illustration and wall art. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with some patina on the
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
Colorful Plastic Wall Art Illustration of Two Cats, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
as an illustration and wall art. Made of a plastic board. Good condition with some patina on the
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Plastic
1960s Wuppertal Zoo Travel Poster Lion Illustration Germany Art
By Atelier Ade
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Original 1963 promotional poster for Wuppertal Zoo designed by Atelier Ade.
First edition color offset lithograph.
Folded as originally issued.
Measures: L 84cm x W 59.5cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
1960s Polish Cyrk Circus Dog Poster Pop Art Illustration
By Roman Cieslewicz
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Original 1966 Polish circus promotional poster designed by Roman Cieslewicz.
First edition color offset lithograph.
Folded.
Measures: L 97cm x W 67cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
1960s Polish Cyrk Circus Dog Poster Pop Art Illustration
By Wiktor Gorka
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Original 1969 polish circus promotional poster designed by Wiktor Gorka.
First edition color offset lithograph.
Folded.
Measures: L 98cm x W 68cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
1960s British Coach Travel Poster Pop Art Illustration Design
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Original 1960s coach travel promotional poster designed by G.Atkins for The Tilling Association, UK.
First edition color offset lithograph.
Rolled.
Measures: L 76cm x W 50.5cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Colorful Mountain Landscape Illustration in Gouache and Ink, 1946
By Clyde Follett Seavey
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 1946 gouache and ink on paper landscape with figures is by San Francisco artist Clyde Follett Seavey (1920-1991). Seavey studied at UC Berkeley and California College of Arts an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Gouache
Olaf Wieghorst Original Drawing Signed Western Portrait Illustration Artwork SBO
By Olaf Wieghorst
Located in Bloomington, MN
work by the modern illustration master, Olaf Wieghorst.
Olaf Wieghorst: Important traditional
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Graphite
Olaf Wieghorst Original Western Drawing Signed Horse Cowboy Illustration Artwork
By Olaf Wieghorst
Located in Bloomington, MN
we are presenting for you to own this brilliant work by the modern illustration master, Olaf
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
John Costigan RARE Original Acrylic Painting Signed Illustration Framed Artwork
By John Costigan
Located in Bloomington, MN
, some of his most desired images illustrations created for publications. The one here, "The Restless
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Ink, Acrylic
Olaf Wieghorst Original Ink Drawing Signed Western Horse Cowboy Illustration Art
By Olaf Wieghorst
Located in Bloomington, MN
this brilliant work by the modern illustration master, Olaf Wieghorst.
Olaf Wieghorst: Important
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
1960s Bic Pens Poster by Ruedi Külling Pop Art Illustration Advertising
By Ruedi Külling
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Original 1961 promotional poster for Bic pens designed by Ruedi Ku¨lling, Switzerland.
First edition color offset lithograph.
Rolled.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
1960s London British Travel Poster by Daphne Padden, Pop Art Illustration Design
By Daphne Padden
Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Original 1960s promotional travel poster designed by Daphne Padden for United Buses, UK.
First edition color offset lithograph.
Rolled.
Measures: L 76cm x W 50.7cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Vintage Mid Century Pan Am Poster Leaning Tower Of Pisa Italy Via Jet Clipper
By Aaron Fine
Located in London, GB
experienced airline. Fun and colourful mid-century modern illustration depicting a leaning Italian Carabiniere
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Ship-Shape
Located in Minneapolis, MN
on her yacht. Published as calendar art under the title "Ship-Shape", this pastel illustration is by
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Pastel, Illustration Board
Jean Cocteau, "La Dame Etonnee, " Terra Cotta Cup and Saucer, 1958
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Winnetka, IL
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A rare, extraordinary example of Cocteau's ceramic work and a remarkable illustration of mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Terracotta
Industrial Design Rendering, Meat Grinder
Located in North Egremont, MA
Beautiful Mid-Century product design illustration of a meat grinder.
Air brushed water based paint
Category
Vintage 1940s American Drawings
Naked Sinner
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Marchetti, Victor Olson, and Harold McCauley. Though many leading scholars of mid century adult illustration
Category
1950s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gouache
$4,800
A pair of mid century illustrations by Nicolas Caan, signed and framed, c. 1969
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of mid century modern original illustrations of seasonal deities by Nicolas Caan, ink on
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Carel Weight ARA, RBA (1908-1997) - 1962 Lithograph Poster, Cup Tie
Located in Corsham, GB
A magnificent mid-century illustration of a football match in the late evening sun. Figures line
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Original Vintage Poster For The GKF Exhibition Hand And Machine Stedelijk Museum
Located in London, GB
Museum in Amsterdam featuring a mid-century illustration of a hand in black with a finger pointing up
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Midcentury Design London Transport Poster Ft. Buckingham Palace Guard
By John Bainbridge
Located in London, GB
Original vintage London Transport poster featuring a colourful mid-century illustration of a royal
Category
Vintage 1950s British Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Advertising Poster Olivetti Summa 15 Adding Machine G Pintori
By Giovanni Pintori
Located in London, GB
-century illustration featuring a green Summa 15 machine above the title text and a stylised image of a
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage London Transport Poster Royal Guard Buckingham Palace Design
By John Bainbridge
Located in London, GB
Original vintage London Transport poster featuring a colourful mid-century illustration by the
Category
Vintage 1950s British Posters
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Das Volk Socialist Press Festival News Midcentury Modern
Located in London, GB
Erfurt Germany featuring a colourful and fun mid-century illustration of a smiling family with a mother
Category
Vintage 1950s German Posters
Materials
Paper
Mid Century French Illustration Sketches Of Vibrant Exotic Parrots
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Parrot Sketches
by Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022)
signed
pastel/watercolor on paper, unframed
painting: 13 x 20 inches
good condition
provenance: from the artists estate, France
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Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Watercolor
Set of Eight Mid 20th Century Gouache - Military Illustrations
Located in Corsham, GB
Set of Eight gouache paintings of 18th century military figures in uniform. The collection covers a
Category
20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache
Mid-Century Modern Framed Pablo Picasso Toros Illustration Lithograph 1960s
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Gorgeous, signed lithograph by Pablo Picasso, in green cooper frame with nameplate. This is an iconic and recognizable image by the artist. Picasso is best known for printmaking, pai...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Paper
Portrait of a Woman, Woman
s Magazine Illustration Mid Century
By Edwin Georgi
Located in Miami, FL
Portrait of a Woman
Mixed media on board , Redbook magazine interior illustration done in the
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Board
Original Life Magazine Illustration. Published 1953 Undersea Volcano Mid Century
By Antonio Petruccelli
Located in New York, NY
Original Life Magazine Illustration. Published 1953 Undersea Volcano Mid Century
Antonio
Category
1950s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Board
Jellyfish Life Magazine Illustration Published 1955 Realism Modern Mid Century
By Antonio Petruccelli
Located in New York, NY
Jellyfish Life Magazine Illustration Published 1955 American Modern Mid Century Realism
Antonio
Category
1950s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Board
Colliding Atoms Illustration Published Life Mag Mid-Century Modern Atomic Space
By Antonio Petruccelli
Located in New York, NY
Colliding Atoms Illustration Published Life Mag Mid-Century Modern Atomic Space
Antonio
Category
1950s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Board
"Diner" NYC New Yorker Illustration Mid-Century Modernism Realism American Scene
Located in New York, NY
"Diner" NYC New Yorker Illustration Mid-Century Modernism Realism American Scene
Arthur Getz (1913
Category
1940s American Realist Mixed Media
Materials
Paper, Casein
Art Deco Buick Car 1937 Design Mid-20th Century American Modern Illustration
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Buick Car 1937 Design Mid-20th Century American Modern Illustration
Arthur Rosenman Ross
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
Original Vintage Illustration Boy with Horse Oil Painting Americana
By Ariane Beigneux
Located in Surfside, FL
painted on Whatman illustration board. some drawing in the margins.
Ariane Beigneux was born to French
Category
Mid-20th Century American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board
Art Deco Girl with Car Mid-20th Century American Modernism Pin-Up Illustration
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Girl with Car Mid-20th Century American Modernism Pin-Up Illustration
Arthur Rosenman
Category
1930s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil, Board
Mahlon Blaine American Artist, Watercolor, Satirical Illustration
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mahlon Blaine (b. 1894, d. 1969) American artist.
Watercolor. Satirical illustration and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Lifeguard, Original Magazine Cover Illustration
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Cover design for an unidentified magazine.
A handsome painting of a boy's daydreams as a lifeguard and whose composition is reminiscent of J. C. Leyendecker's Saturday Evening Post...
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tony Auth Original Illustration "Evolve"
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Evolve" Original Drawing by Tony Auth. In it's original frame. Clever!
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Drawings
Materials
Paper
La Sainte Bible - Original Illustration
By Gustave Doré
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
the most popular French designer of wood-engraved book illustration of the mid-19th century. His
Category
19th Century Impressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Paper, Pen
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Find a variety of mid century illustrations available on 1stDibs. There are many Impressionist, Modern and Art Deco versions of these works for sale. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid century illustrations available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, beige, brown, red and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Marjorie Ullberg, Calvin Anderson, Clyde F. Seavey Sr., George Wachsteter and René Genis are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in paint, watercolor and gouache, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 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.
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