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Two-Piece Walnut Corner Desk Table Bookcase Hutch
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut two piece corner desk bookcase hutch. Good utilitarian size bookcase
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Six Walnut Foster and McDavid Cane Back Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Foster-McDavid
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Set by Foster McDavid. Founded in 1950 in Tampa, Florida- Foster
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Italian Modern Walnut, Lemonwood, Sycamore and Brass Low/Side Table, Erno Fabry
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut, Lemonwood, Sycamore Low/Side Table inlaid top with geometric
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
George Nelson Walnut One-Door 5 Drawers Gentleman
s High Chest Dresser Cabinet
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut George Nelson for Herman Miller Storage five drawers cabinet dresser
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six mid-century modern walnut frame dining chairs. Great vintage style with sculpted frames
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$2,200 / set
Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut 6 Drawer Dresser by Lane Dovetail Drawer
Located in Seattle, WA
This Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser was Manufactured by Lane. It is 6 Drawer Lowboy
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
1960s Walnut Wood Desk Lamp Organic Modern
By Tony Paul
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Desk Lamp Midcentury Modern
1960s Midcentury Modern Walnut Wood Desk Lamp Organic Beauty
Warm
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This large Mid-Century Modern walnut coffee table features tapered legs, two storage drawers, and a
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Paul Frankl Walnut Nightstands for Johnson Furniture Solid Brass Pulls
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of stunning Mid-Century Modern walnut end tables night stands with solid brass buckle shape
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Rosewood
Walnut planter by "Illums Bolighus" Denmark
By Illums Bolighus
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A nice Rare Mid-century Modern Walnut planter by "Illums Bolighus", with original galvanized metal
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern High Chest Dresser with Separate Jewelry Compartment on Top
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut two caned doors five drawers tall dresser high chest of drawers. Standing
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cane, Walnut
1950
s Ico Parisi Walnut Console
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1950's mid-century modern walnut console designed by Ico Parisi, fully restored with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Dillingham Walnut Sideboard
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This striking Mid-Century Modern walnut four-door sideboard by Dillingham is a timeless blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Dining Room Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Room Chairs - Set of 6. Listing includes (2) arm chairs, (4) side
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Walnut Side End Tables with Floating Glass Shelves
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut end tables stands with floating glass shelves standing on cone
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Small Walnut Bench in style of Jens Risom
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location.
Small mid century modern
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Vintage 1960s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Walnut and Glass Coffee Table w/ Magazine Holder
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Modern walnut and glass coffee table with an angular design and magazine holder. The
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
1960
s Mid Century Modern High Back Italian Dining Chairs Set Of 6
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful set of 6 1960's mid-century modern walnut high back Italian dining chairs, fully restored
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1960
s Jens Risom Style Walnut Armchairs
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
1960's mid-century modern walnut and fabric armchairs in the style of Jens Risom, fully restored
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
$1,800 / set
T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Walnut, Cane, Brass, Cabinet, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Cane, Brass, Nightstand, USA, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Simple + Classic WALNUT Mid Century MODERN CREDENZA / Media Stand / Sideboard
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Simple, classic + perfect Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza / Media Stand by Dillingham, c. 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Bachelor Four Drawer Chests Dressers
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chests by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Walnut Nightstands by Lane, Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut nightstands made by Lane Furniture. Each has a single
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Stunning Mid century modern danish walnut rounded dining table with two leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern walnut rounded dining table with two leaves. This table sits on (4) narrow
Category
Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Edmond J. Spence Single Drawer Walnut End Tables
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of 1960's Mid-Century Modern walnut single drawer end tables by Edmond J. Spence, newly
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
1960
s Walnut Armchairs With Blue Leather Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
1960's mid-century modern walnut and brass armchairs with new blue leather upholstery, newly
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Warren Church for Lane Mid-Century Modern Gentlemans Chest
By Lane Furniture, Warren C. Church
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut gentleman's chest designed by Warren Church for the "Perception" line by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Wall Mirror
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Astoria, NY
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror, 20th century. Mirror: 49.5" H x 33.5
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Emilio Lancia attr., Italian Modern, Walnut Root, Brass, Commode, Italy, 1930s
By Emilio Lancia
Located in Manhasset, NY
Emilio Lancia attr., Italian Mid-Century Modern, Walnut Root, Brass, Cabinet, Italy, 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sophisticated Erwin Lambeth Walnut Lounge Chair, Mid-Century Modern
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sophisticated and stylish mid-century modern walnut lounge chair designed by Erwin Lambeth. The
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
1960
s Jens Risom Walnut Desk chair
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
1960's mid-century modern walnut desk or side armchair designed by Jens Risom, fully restored and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Floating Nightstands-Walnut
By Milo Baughman
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of Refinished Floating Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands with Drawer. These have the same
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Pair of Walnut and Brass Diamond Pattern Table Lamps
By Fontana Arte
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of mid-century modern walnut and brass table lamps. Weaved rounded rectangular shade. Shades
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Young Manufacturing Walnut Dining Table
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Elevate your dining space with this stunning Mid-Century Modern walnut dining table by Young
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Albert Parvin Style Walnut Bachelor Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This striking Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chest is attributed to designer Albert Parvin and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Round Walnut Tapered Legs Dining Room Table with Two Extensions Boards
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut dining room table on tapered legs with 2 18" long leaves. Overall extends
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mcm Jane
Gordon Martz Walnut
White Tile Bookends for Marshall Studios 1960s
By Marshall Studios, Gordon
Jane Martz
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bookends with vertical white inset tiles by Jane & Gordon Martz
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Jack Cartwright for Founders Walnut Sideboard
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern walnut sideboard designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders is a stunning
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Lane Furniture Side Table
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern walnut table by Lane Furniture. Warm grain with bottom shelf.
Please confirm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Open Arm Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut open arm lounge chairs
Offered is a beautifully pair of
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Dania Walnut Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut nine-drawer dresser by American of Martinsville
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Edmond J Spence Walnut Dresser
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Edmond J. Spence Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser
This beautifully crafted walnut dresser by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Helen Hobey Baker Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2
By Helen Hobey
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut nightstands by Helen Hobey. Show casing
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Vintage Kent-Coffey "Perspecta" Walnut Buffet
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century modern walnut buffet from the “Perspecta” line by Kent Coffey. Features the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Walnut
Rare Nightstands w/ Inlay Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern walnut tables with cabinet storage. Unique design with sculpted handles
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
$1,800 / set
Mid-century Danish walnut roll top desk, dresser or secretary, circa 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern walnut desk, secretary or dresser.
Made in Denmark, 1950s
Roll top, 3 big
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Walnut Finish Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
1950 Vintage John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern walnut finish extension table with four leaves.
Four
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Mccobb Style Walnut Shelving Units - Set of 2
By Paul McCobb
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This striking companion pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut storage cabinets brings refined vintage
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Sculptural Dining Table With Glass Top
By Ariberto Colombo, Gio Ponti, (After) Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Houston, TX
century modern walnut table has beautiful lines and the original half inch oval glass top. Our versatile
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Kent Coffey, American Modern, Walnut, Brass, Dresser, USA, 1960s
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Manhasset, NY
Kent Coffey, American Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Brass, Dresser, USA, 1960s
A walnut and brass
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chair by Fairfield Chair Co
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut frame lounge chair with barrel back rest and tufted green upholstery. A
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Highboy Dresser by Henredon
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful, mid-century modern walnut, Heritage Henredon, Highboy Dresser circa early 1960’s. This
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
American of Martinsville, Walnut, Travertine, Sideboard, USA, 1960s
By American of Martinsville
Located in Manhasset, NY
American of Martinsville, American Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Travertine, Dresser or Sideboard
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Directional for Milo Baughman Walnut Nightstands - Set of 2
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This sophisticated pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut nightstands by Directional for designer Milo
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
Adrian Pearsall, Walnut, Glass, Coffee Table, United States, 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Manhasset, NY
Adrian Pearsall, American Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Glass, Coffee Table, United States, 1960s
A
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Staccato
End Tables by Lane Furniture
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern walnut cabinets by Lane Furniture. Designed for their Staccato series
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
$1,800 / set
Professionally Restored Mid-Century Modern Boomerang Executive Walnut Desk
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a beautifully restored Mid-Century Modern walnut executive desk featuring a unique
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
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Mid Century Modern Walnut For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of mid century modern walnut for your home. An item from our selection of mid century modern walnut — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of mid century modern walnut, we have 23811 options in-stock, while there are 782 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of mid century modern walnut you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of mid century modern walnut made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made piece of mid century modern walnut has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Adrian Pearsall, Edward Wormley and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Walnut?
The average selling price for a piece of mid century modern walnut at 1stDibs is $2,962, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $168,000 for the highest priced.
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 Walnut
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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