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Kroehler Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Denville, NJ
This vintage mid-century modern highboy dresser by Kroehler showcases bold sculptural lines and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser with Limed Oak Finish
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern highboy dresser by Drexel features hardwood construction, original oak
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Modern highboy/gentlemen’s chest by American of Martinsville.
By American of Martinsville
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid century modern highboy/gentlemen’s chest by American of Martinsville. Here is a beautiful mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This midcentury highboy dresser features a beautiful walnut finish, unique carved drawer pulls, and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Young Manufacturing Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By Broyhill Brasilia, Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Denville, NJ
recent restorations -- please message us!
Presenting a strikingly restored Mid Century Modern highboy
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Highboy Walnut
Oak Dresser by Lane Furniture, c1960s
By Lane Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Elevate your interior with this exquisite mid-century modern highboy dresser by the esteemed Lane
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser Kent Coffey
By Kent-Coffey
Located in New York, NY
Kent Coffey highboy dresser chest of drawers. Titan mid century dresser by Kent Coffey. Five drawer
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Highboy by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century walnut highboy by John Stuart for Janus Collection. Features three compartments on top
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser
By Harmony House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dressers, Pair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a very nice pair of Mid-Century Modern Heywood-Wakefield highboy dressers. Each dresser
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in West Hartford, CT
Gorgeous Kent Coffey signed highboy wardrobe dresser. All original. From the coveted Perspecta line
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
1960s Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern dresser for sale. Manufactured by Lane, and has been
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by Davis Cabinet
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Dimensions: 39.50”H x 47.25”W x 20”D
Materials: Bleached Walnut
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser with Beveled Drawer Faces
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Midcentury highboy dresser features hardwood construction, walnut veneer with original finish
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Unique Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful six-drawer dresser by John Widdicomb makes a statuesque addition to any interior. Unique tapered legs, Campaign style brass hardware, and textured drawer fronts add to...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser from Brasilia by Broyhill
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest from the Brasilia line by Broyhill features hardwood
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Mid-20th Century American Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Danish Mid-Century Modern Highboy Chest of Drawers by Erik Worts
By Erik Worts
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An iconic custom teak highboy chest of drawers made in Denmark, circa 1961, by Henrik Worts and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
United Furniture Co Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By Broyhill Brasilia, United Furniture Corporation
Located in Denville, NJ
Discover the distinct charm of United Furniture, a standout in the realm of mid-century modern
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
United Furniture Diamond Front Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Denville, NJ
of the sought-after vintage Mid-Century Modern set by United Furniture Company from the 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser M1962 Topaz Circa 1960
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in West Chester, PA
Vintage Heywood Wakefield model M1962 tall chest in original Topaz finish featuring solid birch construction and five dovetailed drawers with modernist hardware. Circa 1960.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
Heywood Wakefield Kohindoor Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Denville, NJ
recent restorations -- please message us!
Presenting a vintage highboy dresser from the 1960s, a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
American of Martinsville Vintage Mid Century Modern Highboy Dresser c. 1960s
By American of Martinsville
Located in Denville, NJ
restorations -- please message us!
Discover the charm of the 1960s with our exclusive Mid-century Modern
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Baker Furniture Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser in the Manner of Nakashima
By Baker Furniture Company, George Nakashima
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Japanese style six-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers
In the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished- Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by Milo Baughman for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut, Porcelain Pulls
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage de...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Porcelain, Walnut
Pair of Oak Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dressers by Raymond Loewy for Mengel
By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Loewy
Located in South Bend, IN
Exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern solid oak highboy dressers by iconic designer Raymond Loewy
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Streamlined and elegant, mid-century modern, highboy dresser is divided into 6 drawers and hidden
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Paul McCobb Style Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Refinished
By Century Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser chest
In the manner of Paul McCobb
By Century
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Cool
Unique Mid Century Modern Tall Highboy
Located in Las Vegas, NV
An unbelievably designed mid century modern highboy dresser featuring gorgeous walnut woodgrain
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Cool
Unique Mid Century Modern Tall Highboy
Located in Las Vegas, NV
An unbelievably designed mid century modern highboy dresser featuring gorgeous carved/ sculpted
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash
John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Newly Refinished
By John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser
By John Stuart
USA, Circa 1960s
Black
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Teak Highboy Dresser, 1950s
Located in Harlingen, TX
This vintage 1950s mid-century modern highboy dresser features six locking (no key) drawers with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Teak
Mid Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Highboy Dresser
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Highboy Dresser
This mid century modern highboy dresser by
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
1950s Danish Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser for sale. Original Danish Modern dresser in walnut
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Beautiful and Sophisticated John Stewart Mid-Century Modern Tall Highboy Dresser
By John Stuart
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Wow all original finish and in amazing condition. Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser designed by
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Rare Highboy Six Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb for Planner Group, ca. 1950s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Peabody, MA
Rare form mid-century modern highboy chest of drawers with cast aluminum ring pulls, designed by
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Broyhill Premier Chapter One Series Lacquered Highboy Dresser
By Broyhill
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, highboy dresser by Broyhill Premier Chapter One Series features vibrant yellow
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Mid Century Modern Gentleman
s Chest with Dropfront Writing
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern highboy dresser / gentleman's chest features unique two piece construction
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Burled Olive Wood Gentleman
s Chest by Lane, 1970s
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By Lane
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash, Burl
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Newly Restored
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser chest
Designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Burled Olivewood Highboy
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern highboy with matte black lacquer case and burled olivewood door and drawer
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Vintage 1970s American Linen Presses
Materials
Burl, Lacquer
$1,175
Large Scale Mid-Century Modern Tall Dresser
Located in Fulton, CA
Fine craftsmanship and materials in this over-sized Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser by Red Lion
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Mid-20th Century American Dressers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Mid Century Walnut Tall Dresser by Dillingham
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser in walnut manufactured by Dillingham Furniture. This piece
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid-Century Sculpted Walnut and Rosewood Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a very nice Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser. The dresser has a
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Vintage Danish Teak Highboy Tall Dresser Chest by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Vinde Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser chest in teak designed by Arne Wahl Iversen for Vinde
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany, Teak
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
seamlessly be incorporated with many interior decors. Enjoy! :)
This expertly refinished Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Encore Chest of Drawers in Wheat
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser by Heywood Wakefield offers the birch construction in the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
Danish Modern Tall Rosewood Falster Dresser Chest by Svend Madsen
By Svend Åge Madsen, Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser chest in rosewood designed by Svend A. Madsen for Falster
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood
Paul McCobb Planner Group Ebonized Highboy Dresser, Newly Restored
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser designed by Paul McCobb for his Planner Group
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
Midcentury Highboy Dresser United Furniture Co.
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser by United Furniture features seven spacious
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Walnut and Burl Wood Gentleman
s Chest, circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser chest
USA, circa 1960s
Walnut and burl wood
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern American of Martinsville Dresser Gentleman
s Chest MCM
By American of Martinsville
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid Century modern highboy/gentlemen’s chest by American of Martinsville. Here is a beautiful mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman Tall Highboy Dresser
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Fulton, CA
A combed fir Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Milo Baughman for Lane Burl Wood Tall Highboy Dresser Mid Century Modern
By Milo Baughman, Lane Furniture
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Milo Baughman for Lane Burlwood Tall Highboy Dresser in Mid-Century Modern Design
This Mid
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Burl
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser by Ward Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Furniture
This Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser by Ward Furniture, crafted in the 1960s, features a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern “Brasilia” Highboy Dresser by Broyhill
By Broyhill
Located in Los Angeles, CA
expertly refinished Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser from Broyhill’s iconic “Brasilia” collection, c
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
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Mid Century Modern Highboy For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century modern highboy for your home. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every mid century modern highboy was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the mid century modern highboy you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each mid century modern highboy bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern highboy over the years, but those crafted by Lane Furniture, Drexel and American of Martinsville are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Highboy?
Prices for a mid century modern highboy start at $1 and top out at $22,000 with the average selling for $2,000.
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.
Finding the Right Dressers for You
Antique, new and vintage dressers are a staple in any household. Whether it’s a 19th-century solid pine or oak Welsh kitchen dresser you’re using to store tableware or a Broyhill Brasilia highboy in your bedroom, these furniture fixtures are essential for making the most of your space.
The first step in finding the perfect dresser is considering your particular needs. Most tall dressers offer anywhere from five to seven drawers, essentially allowing for the organization of an entire wardrobe, while shorter, waist-height dresser varieties can be equipped with a convenient vanity mirror.
A highboy dresser is usually around six feet tall, with some versions standing even taller at seven feet or so. Highboys, which began to appear with frequency during the early 17th century in England, are essentially very tall dressers with lots of drawers, whereas a lowboy is a different type of storage furniture in that it's a dressing table with one or two rows of drawers.
When shopping for your antique or vintage dresser, consider those that bear the hallmarks of solid construction. Good furniture means making an investment, and solid hardwood pieces of maple, walnut or cherry will prove far more durable than a bedroom dresser made of particleboard.
If you’re looking for a mid-century modern case piece that boasts a subdued pairing of wood grains and uncomplicated drawer pulls, browse elegant dressers designed by Florence Knoll, Harvey Probber, Paul McCobb and other furniture makers associated with the celebrated style on 1stDibs.
Dressers characterized by bolder designs are also popular: Not only will your new piece of furniture be a storage solution, but it'll also make a statement.
Art Deco furniture makers preferred to work with dark woods and typically incorporated decorative embellishments. An ornately carved French or Italian Art Deco dresser complete with vanity mirror and cabriole scrolled feet might better complement the other pieces in your home. Alternatively, if you favor sumptuous antique furniture with curving lines and floral flourishes, the collection on 1stDibs also includes sophisticated 1800s-era Victorian walnut dressers and washstands with marble tops.
After all, a good case piece isn’t merely for minimizing clutter in your space. The style of your chosen dresser and its specific attributes should add something to your decor and your home. Modern creations include one-of-a-kind shapes, like the venturesome chests of drawers in leather, marble and wood crafted by the likes of Roberto Cavalli.
Explore a broad array of antique and vintage dressers today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Highboy
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage 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.
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