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Antique Carved Oval Turquoise Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique fashion necklace, featuring five carved oval turquoises set in a station-style
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Rope Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century 1950’s 30 Inch cultured pearl necklace with 14k yellow gold flower catch with a pearl
Category
Mid-20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Turquoise with Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
A 6-strand graduated beaded necklace of vintage natural turquoise and natural pearl. It's a very
Category
Mid-20th Century American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
91.00 Carat Quartz Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's huge emerald rectangular cut 91.00 carat smoky topaz pendant necklace. The pendant
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Quartz Diamond Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Quartz and diamond pendant necklace. Rectangle quartz with an old mine diamond accent set in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
MID CENTURY 1960 Massive Ball Pendant Charm In 18Kt Gold With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
during the mid-century period in Barcelona Spain, back in 1950. The pendant has been crafted as a disco
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Gold, Y...
Vintage Turquoise Native American 925 Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Native American pendant necklace is a striking piece crafted from genuine 925 sterling
Category
Mid-20th Century Native American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Indian Tibetan Coin and Yellow Resin Beads Necklace
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Indian Tibetan coin necklace with yellow resin beads. The coins are dated 1908 to 1954
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces
Modern Artisan Sterling Necklace
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Necklace.
Very nice modern designed handmade 8 leaf like links
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Artist Link Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georgian Long Chain 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Made around the end of the Georgian period in 1830, this long chain necklace is formed of 18K gold
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Georgian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Magnificent Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent diamond necklace is composed of round diamonds, totaling approximately 20.00
Category
Mid-20th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$33,800 Sale Price
35% Off
1970s Natural Mediterranean Coral Long Necklace
Located in Napoli, NA
A beautiful necklace strand of fine Mediterranean Coral, Sardinian variety.
This coral is one of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Early Taxco 980 Silver Mexican Collar / Collier Necklace
By Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine early Mexican silver fanned panel collier necklace.
In what we've seen referred to as
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Link Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Yellow Gold Free Style Link Necklace
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
design. It measures at 25 inches. A spectacular piece for collectors of the mid-century Tiffany designs
Category
Mid-20th Century Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hand-Crafted Portuguese Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Vintage Hand-Crafted Portuguese Necklace is a testament to the artistry and heritage of
Category
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style White Diamond Tanzanite Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide.
This Necklace is made of 14K Yellow Gold.
This Necklace has 0.35 Carats of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,645 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage platinum, 1920s Aquamarine
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Platinum Necklace
Circa 1920s
Step back in time with this exquisite Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Carved Coral Bead Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love the artistic detail on this elaborate carved coral necklace!!
Necklace Details
Material
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.5 Carat 327 Diamond Blue Enamel Necklace 18 Karat Gold Modern
Located in New York, NY
affair. The necklace is an estate jewel and dates to the mid to latter part of the 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Marina J. Pearl
Lapis Woven Floral Mosaic Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning One Of A Kind Necklace by Marina J.
This piece is made with all Seed Pearls and Faceted
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
Mid-19th Century Neapolitan Gold Locket Portrait Holder Oval Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Decorated with flowers and branches and colored stone, weight 6,7 gr.
Category
Antique 1850s Italian Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Antonio Pineda Silver and Labradorite Necklace
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in Big Bend, WI
Antonio Pineda Silver and Labradorite Necklace
Beautifully designed trapezoidal segments each
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Link Necklaces
Materials
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
Vintage Chanel Gold Textured CC Logo Faux Pearl Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS:
Hallmark: CHANEL
Made in France
Gold Plated
The necklace is in good condition showing
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Santo Domingo Beaded Shell Pendant Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Santo Domingo Indian burnt orange spiny oyster necklace. Piece has beaded chain
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise
Magnificent 1960s Aquamarine
Diamond Necklace and Earrings Parure
Located in London, GB
This spectacular mid-1960s aquamarine and diamond suite is a masterpiece of mid-century glamour
Category
Mid-20th Century European Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond
Estate Ballerina Emerald Diamond Baguette Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Estate Ballerina Emerald Diamond Baguette Pendant Necklace
This exquisite 2.81 carat emerald is
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Solid Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 2.9 Grams
Chain Length: 16
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1950
s Tiffany
Co. Yellow
Rose Gold Swirl Form Vintage Link Collar Necklace
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This mid-20th century Tiffany & Co. vintage necklace is a stunning example of timeless design and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Jet Mourning Hairwork Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
was a common and meaningful practice in the 19th century, used as a deeply personal token of memory
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Coral Pearl Bead Necklace, Three in One
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful coral bead necklace with cultured pearl accent. This one-of-a-kind necklace is three
Category
Mid-20th Century American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Citrine Quartz
Diamond Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold citrine quartz & diamond necklace.
15mm x 20mm citrine quartz & 0.15tdw diamond
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl Infinity Conversion Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A timeless emblem of devotion, this elegant necklace centers on an infinity knot—symbolizing
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Necklace 14 Karat Gold Etruscan Revival Antique, Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
clasp is the original barrel clasp. The Etruscan Revival necklace dates to the 19th Century, circa 1860
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Gold Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 9.2 Grams
Chain Length: 18
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearl With Diamonds 14k Gold Omega Pendant Necklace circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning circa 1970s Tahitian Pearl with Diamonds 14k Gold Omega Pendant Necklace exemplifies
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Margot de Taxco Sterling Silver and Enamel Snake Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Margot de Taxco Sterling Silver and Enamel Snake Necklace
Margot van Voorhies moved to Mexico in
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
14K Gold Multi-Strand Beaded Pearl Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage cultured pearl necklace set with a 14 karat gold clasp. The two-strand necklace is strung
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,081 Sale Price
40% Off
Nephrite Jade Long Single-Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This vintage green nephrite jade beaded necklace is made of one single-strand. The length of the
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gilt Metal
Mexican Silver
Onyx Chain Necklace 925 TM-97
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Unique and stunning vintage Mexican silver and onyx chain necklace. This generously long necklace
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Silver
Estate Turquoise and Diamond Ballerina Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
This retro pendant necklace features a large oval turquoise encircled by a halo of approximately
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Margot de Taxco Cloisonne and Silver Grape Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Margot de Taxco silver and enamel yellow grape necklace. Made in Mexico with Margot de Taxco
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Enamel
14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies blue sapphire and diamond necklace in 14k white gold.
Stamped 14k and weighs 22.6 grams.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro Vintage 18K Tri Color Gold Fringe Necklace.
Located in San Francisco, CA
craftsmanship. Perfect for collectors of vintage gold jewelry, fans of mid-century fashion, or anyone looking to
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Solid Gold Diamond Seashell Pendant Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 18k and 14k Yellow Gold (chain is 18k and pendant is 14k
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage White Gold Diamond Clasp Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This refined necklace is crafted with precision in white gold. It features a string of lustrous
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Religious by Smith
Pepper Necklace
Located in London, GB
Vintage 9ct Gold Religious Necklace
A Beautiful Mid Century Jewellery that replicates Victorian
Category
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Antique Coral Hand Charm Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
the richly encoded language of 19th-century jewelry.
Suspended from a professionally tested 14 karat
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Miriam Haskell Large Costume Pearl Necklace With 18k Gold Detailing circa 1960s
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
mid-century style and intricate detailing.
Measurements:
Length 17"
Width 1
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Vintage Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
48 cultured pearl pearl necklace. White with natural cream color overtone. Very good lustre, few
Category
Mid-20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Graduated Stamped Bead Necklace
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Graduated Stamped Bead Necklace
A vanishing piece of history in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
GIA Certified Cultured Pearl and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This delicate necklace strings together 53 pearls, measuring approximately 7.30-11.40mm in diameter
Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Onyx Micro Mosaic Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable example of mid-19th-century Grand Tour artistry, this pendant features an exquisitely
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10 Carat Red Coral and Turquoise Gold Mid Century Modern 1960s Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage 10 Carat Red Coral and Turquoise Gold 1960s Drop Pendant. Surrounded by Round Turquoise. Securely Hand set in finely detailed Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold m...
Category
Vintage 1960s Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Japanese Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
29 inch 5.5 to 6mm Japanese cultured pearl necklace. White with a touch of warm overtone freshly
Category
Mid-20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Inspired Costume Sapphire
14k White Gold Plated Necklace circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Blue Velvet Costume Necklace features a vibrant sapphire hue that exudes vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Link Necklaces
Majestic Coral and Seed Pearl 10k Gold Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Majestic Coral and Seed Pearl 10k Gold Necklace
Introducing this exquisite necklace lavalier
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,720 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Circa 1940s 10k Gold, Multi Gem Set Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage 10ct Multi Gem Set Gold Necklace
Stamped 10k Gold
Circa 1940s
A dance of colour from a
Category
Mid-20th Century European Chain Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold
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Mid Century Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of mid century necklaces. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of mid century necklaces to choose from, but Modern and Victorian mid century necklaces are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Georg Jensen, Tiffany
Co. and Luigi Ferrara produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 549, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut mid century necklaces and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and bead alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of mid century necklaces for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Mid Century Necklaces?
On average, mid century necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $1,761, while they’re typically $76 on the low end and $1,565,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
Questions About Mid Century Necklaces
- 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.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers 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.
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