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Turquoise Handblown Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Art Glass Pedestal Bowl
Located in COLMAR, FR
Swedish glassmaker Kosta Boda. It has the typical clean lines of a mid-century Scandinavian art glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Mid Century Sculptural Lucite Double Pedestal Dining Desk Table Bases - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lucite Double Pedestal Dining Desk Table Bases (no top) - a
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Lucite
Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Travertine Console Sofa Table MINT
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Travertine Console Sofa Table MINT
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Pedestal Bowl or Centerpiece
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large Mid-Century Modern art glass footed compote is unsigned but presumed to have been made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Beech Wood Console Pedestal, Italy, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Beech Wood Console Pedestal, Italy, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
Impressive solid beech wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century French Japonisme Bronze Crane Figures Iron Pedestal Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
Dating to the mid-20th century, almost certainly French in origin, finished in oriental Japonisme taste
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Mid-20th Century Cast Iron Britannia Pedestal Table with Marble Top
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking mid-20th century pedestal table features an ornate cast iron base paired with a newly
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
$1,392 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Set of Four Cube Pedestals /Coffee Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful set of four cube pedestals. This is a wonderful set, they can be used as a coffee table
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Travertine
$3,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Tessellated Bone Tile Pedestal Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
By Karl Springer, Enrique Garcel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice tessellated bone rounded square column shape decorative table lamp.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bone
Mid-Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vase and Pedestal, a Set
Located in Germantown, MD
with a matching pdestal . This set of porcelain pedestal and matching vase / jardiniere is
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern One Pedestal Composite Art Console Sofa Table
By Dickinson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern molded composite art single pedestal console sofa table.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Composition
Mid-Century Modern Marble or Travertine Single Pedestal Console
By Artedi, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Midcentury Italian modern marble console or sofa table.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Marble
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Pedestal Side Table, Swivels, 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Vintage Mid-Century Modern side table, crafted from solid walnut, featuring a square top
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut, Wood
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid-Century Modern White Pedestal Tulip Side Table
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional and iconic Mid-Century Modern white tulip side table
By Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Pair Mid 20th Century Mahogany Pedestal Tooled Leather Clover Top Candle Stands
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Mahogany Pedestal and Tooled Leather Clover Top Candle Stand / Side table. Faux
Category
Mid-20th Century American George III Candle Stands
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Teak Writing Desk with Floating Pedestal by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Design: Mid-century modern with balanced dual pedestal layout
Storage: Six drawers with custom sculpted
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
Travertine Leather Single Pedestal Glass Top Mid century Modern Rectangle Table
By Milo Baughman, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Travertine and Leather Single Pedestal Glass Top Italian Mid Century Modern Rectangle Dining Table
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid-Century Italian Modern Single-Pedestal Rosewood Desk by Stildomus
By Stildomus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single-pedestal rosewood desk with ebonized legs and chrome-plated brass recessed pulls by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Travertine Single Pedestal Base Mid-Century Modern Dining Conference Table MINT!
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Travertine Single Pedestal Base Mid-Century Italian Modern dining conference table MINT!.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Marble, Travertine
Refinished Mid-Century Mahogany Single Drawer QuadPod Pedestal Drum Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautifully refinished Mahogany Single Drawer quadpod pedestal drum table. Great condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid century French console table, pedestal in elm, veneer and linoleum.
Located in København K, 84
This French console table or pedestal from the 1950s embodies the quiet elegance of mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Elm
Gorgeous Travertine Cube Side End Table Pedestal, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous 1970s modern travertine cube side table or large pedestal. This piece would be a fabulous
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid-Century Niels Bach Solid Teak Oval Coffee Table with Pedestal Base
By Niels Bach
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Century Modern design. The pedestal base features a central column that flows into a four-pronged
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Leon Rosen Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Pedestal Dining Table, 1970s
By Leon Rosen, Pace Collection
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency brass and glass pedestal dining table
By Leon
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Architects Prismatic Stacking Tables Pair Mid-Century Geometric Pedestal
By Vista of California
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A wonderful pair of bent iron rod and plywood/micarta side tables. In the style of Gio Ponti, Cohen & Pratt, with similar construction to Vista of California pieces. But, designer r...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Steel
$1,250 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Clyde Ball Mid Century Bronze Signed 1970
s Sculpture with Pedestal
By Clyde Ball
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Clyde Ball Mid Century Bronze Signed 1970's Sculpture with Pedestal
The pedestal measures: 12.25
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Fabulous Silas Seandel Petite Round Pedestal Dining Table Mid-Century Modern
By Silas Seandel
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous petite Silas Seandel pedestal dining table. We love the use of mixed metal done in the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Mid Century George III Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Pedestal Candle Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century George III Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Pedestal Floor Candle Stand.
Measures
Category
Early 20th Century American George III Candle Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Glazed Studio Pottery Pedestal Bowl with Textured Lava
Located in Seattle, WA
A striking mid-century modern studio pottery bowl featuring a wide, shallow form elevated on a
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Swivel Bucket Lounge Chair on Stacked Rattan Bamboo Pedestal Base Mid Century
By Franco Albini
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a swivel bucket lounge chair on stacked rattan bamboo pedestal base .Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Steuben Glass Pedestal Bowl/Tazza No. 7884 by George Thompson
By Steuben Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century glass pedestal bowl or tazza.
By Steuben.
Model no. 7884.
Designed by George
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century French Louis XV Carved and Painted Cane Pedestal Side Table
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique French pedestal table was crafted in the mid-century period, circa 1960, and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Side Tables
Materials
Oak, Cane
Vintage Mid-Century Jozefina Krosno Octopus Glass Pedestal Bowl
By Krosno
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is very heavy fabulous piece of Fabulously flowing free form design. The ribbons of glass wrap around like an octopus tendrils when you see it from the side. Fabulous abstract d...
Category
Late 20th Century Polish Art Nouveau Decorative Baskets
Materials
Blown Glass
Large 42" Square Single Pedestal Base Italian Mid Century Travertine Table MINT!
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 42" Square Single Pedestal Base Italian Mid Century Travertine Table MINT!
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Tulip Pedestal Dining Table
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage table features a laminate oval top with rubber nosing set on top of a pedestal style
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Center Tables
Mid-Century Gold and Black Brutalist Drummer Figurine Sculpture on Wood Pedestal
By Paul Evans
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Century Modern era Brutalist style drummer sculpture. The figure is created from a resin
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Resin
Large 40" Square Single Pedestal Cut Corners Italian Mid Century Coffee Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 40" Square Single Pedestal Cut Corners Italian Mid Century Modern Coffee Table
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Marble, Travertine
Large 41" Square Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Coffee Table Beveled
By Stone International, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 41" Square Italian Mid Century Modern Single Pedestal Coffee Table Beveled Edge
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble
Italian Pedestal Alabaster Lamp with Shelf Mid Century Hollywood Regency 1950s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and extremely rare Mid Century Italian pedestal alabaster floor lamp in lovely vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Alabaster
Mid-Century Modern Clear Lucite
Chrome
Ghost
Side Accent Table or Pedestal
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
have originated from Italy, dating to approximately 1975 and done in a Mid-Century Modern style. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Thick Cream Off-White Lacquer Coffee Table
By Robert Kuo, Enrique Garcel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Double Pedestal Thick Cream Off-White Lacquer Enamel Coffee Table MINT!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...
Materials
Enamel
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Floating Pedestal by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
mid-century modern form with one floating drawer pedestal
Storage: Three soft-closing drawers with
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood, Teak
19th Century Carved Mahogany Pedestal Torchere
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century carved mahogany pedestal torchere
The column has a tight barley twist turning, both
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Torchères
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Spanish Terracotta Urn and Pedestal Stamped by the Maker
Located in Marbella, ES
Mid-19th century Spanish terracotta urn and pedestal stamped by the maker "La Industrial Málaga
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Urns
Materials
Terracotta
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tile Decorated Square Pedestal Stand End Table Mint
By Enrique Garcel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Abalone tile decorated square pedestal stand end table mint!
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Shell
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Regency Cherry Wood Pedestal Dining Table, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Regency or Neoclassical style pedestal extension dining table
Attributed to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Regency Dining Room Tables
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Faux Decorated Columns Lighted Pedestals Floor Lamps
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern faux decorated columns lighted pedestals floor lamps.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Lucite, Wood
Saarinen for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Oak Tulip Pedestal Side Table
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
inch diameter oak top, a white pedestal base, and was made in 1978. Knoll label underneath.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Vivai del Sud Bamboo Handcrafted Stylish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Pedestal
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1970s Italian decorative flower pot seat or end / side table. Original midcentury era. Minor patina gives this piece a classy statement. Attributed...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century, Brutalist, Faux Lava Stone, Round Coffee Table with Pedestal Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century round white faux stone coffee table. Large minimalist coffee table with textured top
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stone
Milo Baughman Mid Century Modern Walnut Double Pedestal 72" Dining Table 2 Leafs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
MINT Milo Baughman Mid Century Modern Walnut Double Pedestal 72" Dining Table.
2x18" Leafs leaves
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Grey
White Marble Square Mid-Century Modern Single Pedestal Side End Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern single pedestal white and grey Carrara marble square side end table stand.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of Rectangle Marble End Side Tables Nightstands Pedestals Mid Century Mint
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of rectangle marble end side tables nightstands pedestals mid-century mint.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Marble
Table Coffee Sofa Low Burr Yew 1950
s Pedestal Mid-Century Modern
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- unusual & striking Mid-Century Modern conversation piece
- stunning burr veneers
- elegant
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Burl
Mid-Century Aldo Tura Parchment Covered Pedestal Bar Light Up Mirrored Interior
By Aldo Tura
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1960s pedestal style bar designed by Aldo Tura is in the form of a large stemmed goblet made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Oval Pedestal Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage dining table designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates from the Pedestal Collection
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Aluminum
$5,200 Sale Price
23% Off
Mid-Century Two-Tier Quad Pad Pedestal Drum Table with Stenciled Leather Top
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-century two-tier quad pad pedestal drum table with stenciled leather top in very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century pedestal you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and stone, every mid century pedestal was constructed with great care. There are 2210 variations of the antique or vintage mid century pedestal you’re looking for, while we also have 22 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century pedestal you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century pedestal, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Victorian or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one mid century pedestal that is appealing in its simplicity, but Knoll, Eero Saarinen and Mastercraft produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Pedestal?
The average selling price for a mid century pedestal at 1stDibs is $2,396, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $94,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mid Century Pedestal
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Like other pieces in the firm’s Candy Box collection, the cheerful limited-edition design showcases French craft.
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Inspired by the Cosmos, Sandra Nunnerley’s Nova Table Has a Futuristic Feel
The designer’s innovative use of an unexpected material gives this console a lift.
This 19th-Century Gilded Desk Displays a Fanciful Kingdom in Marquetry
The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
In Guadalajara, These Luscious Side Tables Are Chiseled from Volcanic Rock
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