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Heritage Nightstands Michael Taylor Attr. Mid Century Modern Walnut
By Heritage Furniture, Michael Taylor
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a pair mid century modern nightstands by Heritage. Michael Taylor did a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza With Cane Door Panels
Located in Elkton, MD
Stunning mid-century modern credenza blends timeless elegance with warm character. Crafted from
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
StanleyAmerican Mid-Century Modern Walnut Geometric Carved Front Sideboard
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century walnut credenza / sideboard with three drawers on the left side, and two
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Newly Refinished - Single Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stand
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Furniture, crafted in the 1960s, is a beautiful example of classic Mid-Century Modern design. Featuring
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Case Armchair By Mel Smilow
By Smilow-Thielle, Mel Smilow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern case armchair was designed by American designer Mel Smilow for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 9 Drawer Dresser by Dixie
By Dixie Furniture Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
An elegant dresser. This is a beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship by Dixie Furniture
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Chest with Sculptural Details
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage Mid-Century Modern highboy chest exemplifies the era’s focus on form, proportion, and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Walnut Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Mid Century Modern magazine rack designed by Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lowboy Dresser with Matching Mirror
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage Mid-Century Modern lowboy dresser exemplifies the era’s emphasis on proportion
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs by Antonin Suman
By Antonín Šuman
Located in Vienna, AT
Walnut wood with walnut veneer glossy finish, upholstered with gray/creme bouclé. Designed by
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 8 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza
By George Nelson, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut long credenza.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table with Cane Sides
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern coffee table features cane sides and a gorgeous walnut finish. Unique
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Cane, Walnut
1960
s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Double Bookcase Shelf
By Kipp Stewart, John Keal, Drexel
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern shelf for sale. It has five adjustable shelves, and two lower
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk by Paul McCobb, c1960s
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this show-stopping vintage mid century walnut desk, artfully designed by the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
1060’s Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Oak Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Modern dresser made of walnut and oak wood. It looks like has 12 drawers but it is a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Frame Mirror Very Beautiful Design
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderful Mid-Century Modern solid walnut mirror. No label. Will come with wire, wired to hang
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Pair Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of beautifully restored, model C-120 armchairs by Jens Risom feature sculptural, solid walnut
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950
s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern armchair for sale. Manufactured in the 1950's by Thonet, and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
$1,119 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard by White Furniture Co
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern headboard featuring sculpted walnut frame and cane trim. Manufactured by The White
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wicker, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Naugahyde Chairs Attrib Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, side chairs atrributed to Jens Risom feature walnut frames with caramel brown
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mount Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid-Century Modern wall-mounted mirror, crafted in the 1960s, features a warm walnut frame with
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Rectangular Mirror by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern carved Nouveau style ornament solid walnut frame mirror. Nice medium walnut
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Mirrors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, solid walnut framed mirrors. The mirrors are beveled with brass trim.
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Table in Broyhill Style
By Broyhill
Located in Trenton, NJ
This mid-century dining table in vintage walnut finish is the perfect blend of stylish simplicity
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Laminate, Wood
$626 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid Century Modern Walnut Table Lamp with Barrel Shade
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern table lamp features unique walnut construction with brass accent and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$142 Sale Price
71% Off
1960s Mid Century Modern Walnut and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Baltimore, MD
1960s Mid-Century Modern turned walnut and brass table lamp with original shade. The tall, slender
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands By Young Manufacturing
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
or versatile end tables. A classic example of American mid-century design.
Please confirm item
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut and Metal Chandelier By Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 18in W: 19 1/2in D: 19 1/2in
This Mid Century Modern three light chandelier is
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$740 Sale Price
38% Off
Decorative Mid-Century Modern Walnut Base Round Coffee Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern decorative top round coffee table.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser Credenza by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Toledo, OH
Walnut mid-century modern dresser credenza by American of Martinsville. 6 drawers, 2 center doors
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Drop Leaf Bar Cart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish mid-century modern bar cart crafted in warm walnut with brass casters and matching brass
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Upholstered Bench with Intricate Tapestry
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful mid-century modern bench is a true statement piece, combining sleek design with
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20th Century American Benches
Materials
Cotton
West Michigan Furniture Co. Mid-Century Modern Walnut Double Dresser
By West Michigan Furniture Co.
Located in West Chester, PA
A mid-century modern low dresser by West Michigan Furniture Co. in solid walnut with unique brass
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Headboard with Open Shelving
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage Mid-Century Modern storage headboard presents a refined approach to bedroom design
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands with Sculpted Wood Pulls, Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Trenton, NJ
curated interiors, these nightstands integrate seamlessly into mid-century, modern, and transitional
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table with Heraldic Tile Inlay
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century modern coffee table is a showstopper—crafted from beautifully grained walnut and
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Veneer King Headboard with Chrome Trim
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Mid-Century Modern king-size headboard, crafted from beautifully grained walnut veneer
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Chrome
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Rosewood Dresser by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
seamlessly be incorporated with many interior decors. Enjoy! 😁
This Mid-Century Modern nine-drawer dresser
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Ramseur Furniture Co.
By Ramseur Furniture Company
Located in Norwood, NJ
A sleek and sculptural mid-century walnut executive desk by Ramseur Furniture Company, crafted in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench Styled After Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern slat bench coffee table features hardwood construction, original walnut
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
$942 Sale Price
35% Off
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Paul McCobb for Lane
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century MODERN Walnut CLAM CHAIRS by Kodawood, a Pair
By Kodawood
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Modern Clam chairs designed by Seymour James Wiener for Kodawood, c. 1960’s
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pedestal Side Table w/ Star Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Lacquer Nightstands by Kent Coffey
By Kent-Coffey
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Imagine enhancing your bedroom with these exquisite mid-century modern nightstands from Kent Coffey
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk Attributed to Monteverdi Young
By Monteverdi-Young
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning mid-century walnut desk, an exceptional piece attributed to Monteverdi Young
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
to well-figured walnut frame
British-born designer, interior decorator and author T.H. Robsjohn
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century MODERN Walnut DANISH BOOKCASE / Hutch, c. 1960
s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Teak Danish Bookcase / hutch, c. 1960's. Plenty of room for books or displaying
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser 4 Drawers Dovetailed Drawers
Located in Seattle, WA
Beautiful Walnut Dresser. In great condition and smooth drawers. Sleek design with burl front
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
$1,276 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Lane Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tuxedo End Tables
By Lane Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful Lane Tuxedo walnut end tables or stands with inlaid rosewood bowties on the top, brushed
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Rosewood Dresser, 1960s
By John Widdicomb, Dale Ford
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dresser or credenza
By Dale Ford for John Widdicomb
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Walnut "Bowtie" End Tables By Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of sculptural Mid-Century Modern "Ribbon" or "Bowtie" side/end tables were designed by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Classic Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bed W Storage, Minimalist Frame
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
from walnut, but I can use other woods upon request. The design is my own, inspired by a Mid Century
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed F...
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century modern walnut wood bench dating 1970s Italian manufacturing
Located in Milan, IT
Walnut wood bench dating back to around the 1970s, Italian manufacturing.
The bench has simple
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
John Kapel Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser Glenn of California
By John Kapel
Located in Las Vegas, NV
black trim, and a subtly curved ebonized base. The walnut wood showcases a rich natural hue and a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Tomlinson Sophisticate Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Dining Armchairs
By Tomlinson
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern dining armchairs
By Tomlinson, "Sophisticate" Collection
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut, Faux Leather
Unusual Sculptural Design Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest Dressser
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid Century Modern high chest dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dowel Table Lamp with Linen Shade
Located in Trenton, NJ
This sculptural table lamp exemplifies mid-century modern design through its use of rounded walnut
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
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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 ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 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.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs 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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