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Pair Mid-Century Modern Glass Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage, mid-century obelisks finely crafted from blown-molded clear glass with an elegant
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Obelisks
Materials
Glass
$4,000 / set
Italian mid-century modern Glass Chandelier Bilobo by Tobia Scarpa Flos, 1960s
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Glass Chandelier Bilobo by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s
Chandelier mod
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Italian mid-century modern Glass Chandelier Bilobo by Tobia Scarpa Flos, 1960s
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Glass Chandelier Bilobo by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s
Chandelier mod
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Beautiful pendant lamp from the early 60s in amber color, includes its original chain and wiring, works perfectly
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Nesting Tables
By Galotti
Radice
Located in Weesp, NL
Glass nesting tables Mid-Century Modern.
1970s Dutch fume glass nesting tables in very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Metal
$784 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase
Located in Copenhagen, K
Smoked rifled brown tinted glass vase.
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-century modern glass metal floor lamp by Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1970
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Mid-century modern glass metal floor lamp by Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1970
Crafted with care and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Pendants by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Pendants by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970s
These pendants by
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Green Vintage Mid-Century Modern Glass Pitcher, Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage green charming vintage pitcher with a capacity of 2 liters.
The material
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Modern Glass Centerpiece by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
By Alberto Churba
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Mid-20th Century Modern Glass Centerpiece Salad Bowl by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
Expertly
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Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Modern Glass Centerpiece by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Mid-20th Century Modern Glass Centerpiece Salad Bowl by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
Expertly
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Mid-20th Century Argentine Modern Glass
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Blown Glass
Mid Century Modern Glass Centerpiece by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Mid-20th Century Modern Glass Centerpiece Salad Bowl by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
Expertly
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Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Glass
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Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern propeller shaped metal base and a thick round glass top is sure to make
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Glass Centerpiece by Argentine Designer Alberto Churba
By Alberto Churba
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Mid-20th-century glass bowl by Argentine designer Alberto Churba
Masterfully cast by pioneering
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Vintage 1950s Argentine Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Pendant Murano Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern custom designed Pinched glass shade with 24 K Gold dust in it. Has hi-polished Nickel
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Vintage Emerald Glo Art Deco mid century modern Glasses set.
Located in Seattle, WA
By National Silver Co crust holder brass green glass mid Century Modern. Set of 2 glasses. Vintage
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Bead Pendants Brass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in spun satin finished brass and is 5 1/2" in ht and 4" dia. . All hand tied frosted glass beads
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,225 / set
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Teak Display Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid-century modern display bookcase crafted in warm teak and fitted with sleek glass doors. The
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Chrome Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant vintage coffee table that combines a chrome base with a large glass top. Please confirm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase for Beyer Glass
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A very nice bubble solifleur glass vase.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Table Lamp by Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in London, GB
Rare large glass table lamp with unusual glass decorative details. The original glass label from
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
$1,655 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Glass Ice Bucket with Leatherette Cover, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A nice barware item from Germany, 1970s. An all original Mid-Century Modern item to display in your
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Faux Leather, Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Top Walnut End Table
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Trenton, NJ
Simple yet stylish mid-century modern side table features a striking sculptural wood base with a
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood, Walnut
$315 Sale Price
30% Off
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
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Coffee Table
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Mid-Century Modern coffee table. The bass is brass with a glass top.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Ashtray Set in Caddy- Atomic Starburst Pattern
Located in Northport, MI
mid-century bar or tabletop accessory.
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Late 20th Century Ashtrays
Materials
Metal
A mid century modern glass table lighter, circa 1960
Located in View Park, CA
A mid century modern thick-cut glass table lighter, circa 1960. With original label to verso
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Shelve, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Mid-Century Modern shelve, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass frame with glass shelves. Good
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Glass-Frosted Cabinet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
A stunning Italian mid-century modern vintage cabinet with an angular design and exquisite
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Pendant Light Lantern
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderful design and cool looking midcentury ceiling lamp.
The total height including chain and ceiling plate is:26" - 66 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern glass wall sconces - Italy - a pair
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Dallas, TX
almost square; made of polished brass mounts and 2 textured clear Murano glasses.
The mid century modern
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Unique Round Mid-Century Modern Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
without sacrificing style. This glass top table makes the perfect eye-catching addition to any modern
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Epoxy Resin
Mid Century Modern Glass Bauer Table Lamps with Lucite.
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Fantastic pair of Mid century modern Bauer table lamps. Beautifully made from swirling glass with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Black and White Mid Century Modern Glass Dining Table
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Weesp, NL
Gorgeous re-painted 1970's metal and glass dining table in great condition in the style of Pierre
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
$3,477 Sale Price
35% Off
Mid Century Modern Glass Star Table Sculpture after Murano
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Blown glass star sculpture. Probably Italian. Free USA shipping.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Venini Mid-Century Modern Glass and Chrome Ceiling Lamp
By Venini
Located in Weesp, NL
Rare and beautiful Mid-Century Modern ceiling lamp "Membrane" by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$5,230 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Glass Pink Red Bowl by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors
By Flygsfors, Paul Kedelv
Located in North Miami, FL
This exaggerated and outstretched Swedish mid century glass sommerso bowl and or vase has a
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Relief Flushmount by RZB Leuchten
By RZB Leuchten
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This square flushmount has a steel base and a glass shade. The glass has a tantalizing pattern
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Exceptional
Large Mid Century Modern Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in multicolored glass and black enameled metal. The lamp needs 1 x E27 Edison screw fit
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Large Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive, statuesque glass vase by Finnish designer, Tapio Wirkkala, for Rosenthal Studio-Line of
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Pendant Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Textured clear and amber art glass and brushed brass pendant chandelier with brass fittings, chain
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20th Century Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Mosaic Wall Art by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid century decorative glass wall art is hand cut and made by hand by skillful artisans in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Stained Glass, Oak
Pair Italian Mid Century Modern Glass and Brass Side Tables
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of mid 20th century Italian square side table with thick glass top and base joined by four
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool pair of MCM hand-blown glass owl bookends by Blenko, circa 1970s. The bookends are heavy and
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass Folding Triptych Fire Screen by Jemeppe
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A mid-century fire screen consisting of three panels of glass with brass hinges. It has heat proof
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy
By Pietro Chiesa
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern Italian design Glass disc Chandelier with lila flower-shaped socket holders, In
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Thin Solid Brass Base Mid-Century Modern Glass Top Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lovely solid brass base glass-top table in style of Harvey Probber.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian mid-century modern glass chandelier with copper decoration, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Beautiful chandelier dating back to the mid-twentieth century, as can be denoted by the materials used
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Glass Table Lamp by Bakalowits, Vienna, 1960s
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage high quality table lamp by Bakalowits & Söhne, Vienna, 1960s.
A stunning
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Chandelier Lamp, Italy, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
1970s Italian circled chandelier by composed of clear, multi-tiered, tubal pieces glass.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Onion Dome Shaped Mid Century Modern Glass Flush Mount, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A petite gorgeous glass flush mount. It can be used also as a wall light. The light fixture
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Vintage 1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
1950s Fontana Arte Attributed Mid-Century Modern Glass Italian Desk Set
By Fontana Arte
Located in Aci Castello, IT
characteristics of mid-century modern design, from its sleek lines to its attention to detail. This exquisite
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Cut Glass
Candlestick / Candelabra Gunnar Ander Ystad metall 50s mid century modern glass
Located in Boden, SE
heights that are attached to a glass base. For small candles, such as Christmas tree candles.
Who was
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Mid-century modern glass owls, Design Czechoslovakia, 1980s Set of 2
Located in Palermo, IT
Very nice pair of glass owls considered the symbolic animal of wisdom. Signed on the lower part
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Beautiful Mid Century Modern glass light globe from JRO Globus Germany
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid Century glass light globe from the 60s by JRO Globus.
Manufacturer is JRO-Verlag
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Globes
Materials
Aluminum
HERMES PARIS GUIDO FALESCHINI MiD CENTURY MODERN GLASS
LEATHER DINING TABLE
By Hermès, Guido Faleschini
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, super collectable Hermes Paris, Guido Faleschini Designed for Mariani circa 1970's, Mid Century Modern
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Leather, Glass
Mid Century Modern Glass Vintage Chandelier by Doria Leuchten, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage textured glass chandelier or pendant with
32 pieces of textured glass
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
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Mid Century Modern Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mid century modern glasses available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, all mid century modern glasses available were constructed with great care. There are 74617 antique and vintage mid century modern glasses for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2222 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century modern glasses have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century modern glasses bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Mid century modern glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by J.T. Kalmar, Venini and Glashütte Limburg are consistently popular.
How Much are Mid Century Modern Glasses?
Prices for mid century modern glasses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mid century modern glasses begin at $1 and can go as high as $425,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,937.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, 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.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. 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.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, 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 — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Glasses
- 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.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 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.
- 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, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
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