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SALE! Vintage Paul Klee Insp Mid Century Geometric Textile Wall Tapestry Hanging
By Paul Klee
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
CENTRAL AVENUE MODERN ALL TAPESTRY SALE!
Vintage 1960s Mid Century Modern XL Paul Klee inspired
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Of Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Club Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of Italian mid-century modern upholstered club chairs c. 1950. Mid-century modern Italian club
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Extremely rare mid century sofa by Jacques Charpentier France, suede textile
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Incredible fully original sofa design by Jacques Charpentier, France 1970.
Elegant stainless steel frame and the original Suede in excellent condition.
This is an unique find!
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$17,954 Sale Price
20% Off
Reupholstered sofa in textile
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Reupholstered 'Banana sofa' in 'Teddy' textile (colour: Nude).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Style Walnut Coffee Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Style Walnut Coffee Table. Featuring a long
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Textile, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Gunlocke Walnut Armchairs - Set of 3
Located in Waxahachie, TX
These were born in Dallas, Texas y'all.
RARE set of three vintage Gunlocke armchairs.
The most beautiful and striking vintage original green Naugahyde.
Design reminiscent of Jens Ris...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
$950 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-Century Modern Large Mountain Forest Landscape Tapestry Art Wall Hanging
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and quite engaging large Mid-Century Modern tapestry/wall hanging. The piece appears
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Textile, Burlap, Yarn
Mid Century Modern Pair of Upholstered White Performance Fabric Lounge Chairs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Striking the perfect balance between sculptural form and cozy comfort, this pair of Mid-Century
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vintage Navajo Textile Wall Art Hanging Tapestry Vibrant Orange
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Navajo Textile Wall Art Hanging Tapestry Vibrant Orange
36 x 46
Preowned original vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Textile
Vintage Mid Century Modern Style Handmade Wool Shag Wall Hanging Fiber Art
Located in Seattle, WA
beautiful earth tones of green, blue, and cream. Crafted in a mid-century modern shag style, this textile
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Textile
Mid-Century Modern Beige Armchair, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beige armchair, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Goscieninska Furniture Factory. It is made from solid beechwood. The GFM type armchair is regarded ...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Mid-Century Modern 366 Armchair, Jozef Chierowski, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The 366 armchair is an icon of the polish design of the PRL period.
The famous armchair was designed in 1962 by the Polish interior designer and furniture designer Jozef Marian Ch...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Julie Stool Brass Kirkby Fabric
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
theater and cinema.
Inspired by Julie's timeless grace and talent, this mid-century modern stool embodies
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Stools
Materials
Brass
Matching Pair of Mid Century Modern Chevron Upholstered Lounge Chairs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elevate your living space with this exquisite pair of mid century Danish Modern teak lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Floor Lamp Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage floor lamp with a round black lacquered metal foot and a brass stem
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Orange Melange, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Mid-Century Abstract Brazil Textile Art Tapestry by Kennedy Bahia, circa 1960
s
By Kennedy Bahia
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare textile art tapestry by Brazilian artist Kennedy Bahia.
This piece had remained rolled up for
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Set of Ten Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile
Located in Oakland, CA
Restored set of ten mid-century Danish dining chairs handcrafted of old-growth teak with sculpted
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Knoll Fabric
By Jens Risom
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern pair of armchairs for sale. The frames are solid mahogany in a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Mahogany
$1,839 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Tufted Green Faux Leather Textile Steelcase 451 Office Chair
By Knoll
Located in Madison, WI
1970's Beautiful Green upholstered bucket seat office or accent chair. in the style of Pollock for Knoll, by Steelcase. This listing is for one chair. Stunning solid black base and s...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,020 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Signed Macramé Tapestry, Mid-Century Modern, Spain, Circa 1960
By L. A. Molina
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Rare macramé tapestry by the artist Sanchez Molina.
Unique piece, signed
Spain, ca.1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Textile
Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s
By Drabert
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
finishing the armrests, creates a cohesive and timeless whole. This chair exemplifies the Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pillow Cases Made from Mid-20th Century Russian Cotton Printed Textile, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts but bags made to size to accommodate insert materials.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is reccomended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Pillow Case Made from Mid-20th Century Russian Cotton Printed Textile, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with inserts but bags made to size to accommodate insert materials.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Ceramic Vintage Mid Century Modern Floor Lamp Pieter Groeneveldt, Netherlands
By Georges Pelletier
Located in Vienna, AT
Ceramic vintage mid century modern floor lamp by Pieter Groeneveldt, 1960s, Netherlands.
Pieter
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Textile
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian RYA RUG / Carpet, c. 1960
s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Rya Rug / Carpet. Lovely neutral gray, black and cream. Fringe on
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Textile
Chiavari Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Italian High Back Chairs 50s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
High-backed chair, in the style of Gio Ponti. Circa 1950. Italy.
New upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Mid-Century Brass
Synthetic Textile Flush Mount, Model K5-40, Idman, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Karis, Nyland
Elegant mid-century Model K5-40 ceiling light by Idman, Finland, 1950s. The design features a
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-century Modern Nancy Sofa Cotton Velvet by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Nancy Wilson was an American singer whose career spanned over five decades. Although she did not consider herself a jazz vocalist, many others did, including the Grammy awards judges...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Textile
$8,176 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
coveted gem that embodies the timeless elegance of Mid-Century Modern design. Don't miss your chance to
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Green Opaline Table Lamps, Scandinavia c. 1960s
Located in Pasadena, CA
an attention grabber. The lamps can be placed in multiple setting from mid-century to period designs
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Textile, Blown Glass, Wood
1970s Large Textile Wall Art
Located in Miami, FL
Large vintage Textile wall Art. Circa 1970s
Features a stretched canvas with a forest inspired
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Textile, Wood
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Brown Beige Velvet, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Light Creme Leather, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech, Leather
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Purple Violet Wool, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Peach Orange Wool, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Royal Blue Wool, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
Guglielmo Ulrich, Mid-Century Modern, Three Seat Sofa, White Boucle, Wood, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa by Guglielmo Ulrich, Art Deco Style, Boucle, 1940s
Italian organic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Wood
Swedish textile designer. Handwoven runner in pure wool. Mid-20th C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
, blue, and white colors.
Mid-20th century.
In excellent condition with minimal signs of use.
Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Navy Cheerful Check Wool, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Wall Lamps in Pine, Textile Shades, Signed, 70s
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
This elegant pair of wall-mounted lamps captures the essence of Scandinavian mid-century design
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Pine
Ernestine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Ceramic
Iron, Italy, 1960s
By Ernestine
Located in Round Top, TX
in Salerno, Italy that produced and exported home goods to Europe and North America, from the mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair 1950
s Mid Century Modern Red Plush Faux Fur - George Jetsen Look`````````
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair of French Mid Century Modern Red Faux Fur Side Chairs. Metal legs. This pair is fun and they
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Textile
$2,580 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Scandinavian Design, Mid-century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp, c.1960s
Located in Skien, NO
**Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp – 1960s**
Embrace the timeless
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$560 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 4 Oak Dining Chairs by Kurt Østervig, Denmark, Mid-Century Modern
By Kurt Østervig
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
proportions, these chairs are an excellent example of mid-century modern furniture — ready to use and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Textile, Oak
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Light Creme White Jacquard, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
Pair Mid-Century Modern Nautilus Swivel Chairs with New Abstract Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent matching pair of early 1980's Nautilus chair that have been new reupholstered. The fabric is an abstract and nothing short of spectacular. Now, more than ever, home is wh...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Brown Swivel Chair
Ottoman, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
comfort with the timeless aesthetic of Scandinavian design. It will perfectly complement Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Eight Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chairs, Brown Beige Velvet, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Light Creme White Boucle, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
Six Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chairs, Purple Violet Wool, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
American Designer, Mid-Century Modern Tufted Ottomans, Stools, Walnut, Bouclé
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern American Designer Tufted Ottomans, Stools, Footstools Walnut, Bouclé
Pair of
Category
Late 20th Century Footstools
Materials
Textile, Wood
Mid Century Modern Abstract Rya Shag Rug 6 x 11
Located in Lake Worth, FL
This vintage mid-century modern rug is a true gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Textile
Pair Mid-Century Modern Organic Form Harvey Probber Style Lounge / Slipper Chair
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair Mid-Century Modern organic form Harvey Probber style Lounge / Slipper Chair
Pair of
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Vintage Oaxacan Yeibichai Textile with Southwest Modern Style
By Navajo
Located in Dallas, TX
. Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial North and South American Rugs
Materials
Cotton
$2,239 Sale Price
20% Off
1950/60s TR
Co. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp, Norway
By T. Røste
Co, Tr
Co.
Located in Skien, NO
glow embody Nordic mid-century modern elegance. With original beige shade that emit a warm, cozy glow
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Blue Armchair by Prudnik Furniture Factory, 1960s, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A vintage armchair, manufactured in the 1960s in Poland by the Prudnik Furniture Factory. The armchair is after full upholstery and carpentry renovation. The upholstery structure res...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
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Mid Century Modern Textiles For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of mid century modern textiles available for sale. Each of these unique mid century modern textiles was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, textile and wood. We have 1413 antique and vintage mid century modern textiles in-stock, while there are 116 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid century modern textiles available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century modern textiles are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. J.T. Kalmar, Milo Baughman and Adrian Pearsall each produced beautiful mid century modern textiles that are worth considering.
How Much are Mid Century Modern Textiles?
Prices for mid century modern textiles start at $42 and top out at $56,995 with the average selling for $2,200.
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 Textiles
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
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