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Mid-Century Modern Hans Bellmann Model GA Chair Side Chair c 1955 Switzerland
By Hans Bellmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modernn chair or side chair designed by Hans Bellmann, circa 1955.
Manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Three Leg Dot Table
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Classic Arne Jacobson Dot Stool, Made in Denmark by Fritz Hansen. This is a vintage three leg example, prior to the revised four leg version released in the 1970's. This example i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Filigree and Shapely Mid-Century Modern Side Tables, 1950s
By Ilse Möbel
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We found the side tables 8 years apart and they were probably made at different times. One of them is one centimetre higher and wider than the other :). It's not noticeable, only whe...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century bentwood armchair by Antonín Šuman for TON
By Antonín Šuman, Ton N.P. Bystřice pod Hostýnem
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Rare bentwood desk chair designed by Czech architect Antonín Šuman and manufactured by Thonet successor company TON in former Czechoslovakia during 1960's. In an excellent original c...
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Antique 1690s Czech Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
$560 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Office Chair by Arne Jacobsen 1950s, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage black swivel office chair, an early model, designed by Arne Jacobsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Mid-Century French Étagère/Bookcase by Kim Moltzer, 1970
s
By Kim Moltzer
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-Century French gilt metal/steel étagère/bookcase created by Kim Moltzer from 1970s.
The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Vintage Ten Bicolor Dining Chairs Franz Schuster 1959 Vienna
By Franz Schuster
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern set of ten ( 10 ) stackable bicolored dining room chairs designed by Franz
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century W.H. Gispen ‘TH Delft’ Dining Set — Table and Six Chairs, 1950s
By Willem H. Gispen, Gispen
Located in Voorburg, NL
Technical University Delft, these pieces have since become sought-after icons of mid-century Dutch design
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Dining Room Sets
Materials
Steel
Dan Johnson Iron Lounge Chair with Bent Walnut Plywood Armrest
By Dan Johnson
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production lounge chair by Dan Johnson 1960s. The lounge chair is constructed of iron with sculpted walnut armrest and upholstered in a new Perennial fabric.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Thonet Beechwood Woven Cane Vintage Armchair, 1950s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage armchair executed by Gebr. Thonet shows a label underneath the seat
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Plywood
Jose Zanine Caldas Pair of Mid-century modern BrazilianArmchairs Model "H"
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Barcelona, ES
Z.
Brazil, 1949.
Marine plywood, fabric upholstery.
Measuremenents
58 cm x 50 cm x 80 H cm
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plywood, Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Green Vintage Dining Chairs by Carl Auböck 1956 Vienna
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern set of 2 green vintage dining chairs was designed by Carl Auböck 1956 Vienna and
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Rolling Planter or Wastebasket
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A versatile mid-20th century pencil rattan cylinder form on brass wheels, lightly refinished to
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Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Round Dining Table in High-Gloss White Lacquer
Marquetry
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
An iconic XXL round dining table channeling Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern style. Features a
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
1960 Wood Chair Natural Walnut, Solid Frame + Plywood, MidCentury Modern Style
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
, Designmuseum Denmark and The International Design Museum Munich.
1960 Wood Chair in Mid-Century Modern style
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2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
1960 Wood Chair Natural Oak, Solid Frame + Plywood, MidCentury Modern Style
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
, Designmuseum Denmark and The International Design Museum Munich.
1960 Wood Chair in Mid-Century Modern style
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2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century PASTOE FM08 Swiffle Chair by Cees Braakman, Netherlands 1959
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Experience timeless sophistication with the iconic Mid-Century Pastoe FM08 Swiffle chair, a
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Organic Modern Rattan Fretwork Coffee Table Mosaic Wood Inlay Top
By John Wisner
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
striking mid-century rattan fretwork coffee table in the manner of John Wisner, showcasing bold
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Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Novo Rumo, 1960s
By Novo Rumo
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Novo Rumo, 1960s
This pair of armchairs manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
Mid century mahogany brass and glass 20th century chest of drawers
Located in Premariacco, IT
Sideboard upholstered in mahogany burl with high legs and brass end brackets, enhanced by a distinctive glass top and a set of brass handles original to the period.
Linear chest of ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Italian Wall Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusual mid century Italian molded teak plywood wall mirror. The wood frame is in excellent vintage
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Orange Folding Armchair Rex Niko Kralj 1952 Slovenia
By Niko Kralj
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Cntury Modern vintage foldable arm chair in beautiful burnt orange lacquered plywood and
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Mid-20th Century Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Thaden-Jordan 1940’s Herbert Von Thaden Mid Century Modern Bentwood Buffet
By Herbert Von Thaden
Located in Thiensville, WI
Thaden-Jordan 1940’s Herbert Von Thaden Mid Century Modern Bentwood Buffet
• As designed by
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Bamboo
Oak Serving Tray - Breakfast Tray - Mid-Century Modern, France 1960s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Bamboo & Oak Serving Tray - Breakfast Tray - Mid-Century Modern France 1960s
Large serving tray
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Birch, Plywood, Oak
4 Peter Danko Design Mid Century Modern Bodyform Chairs Bent Wood
By Peter Danko
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of (4) Peter Danko design Mid-Century Modern "Bodyform" dining chairs bent Molded wood. These
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Maple, Bentwood, Plywood
$2,000 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid Century Modern Vintage Office Chair Side Chair Blond Color Franz Schuster
By Franz Schuster
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage one ( 1 ) office chair or side chair or easy chair by Franz Schuster in
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Ekornes Stressless Brown Leather Recliner or Lounge
Ottoman Medium
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. With teak-plywood wood bases and metal frames and genuine leather upholstery, this is a comfortable
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2010s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-century Original Vintage Chair Lupina by Niko Kralj For Stol Kamnik 1960s
By Niko Kralj, Stol Kamnik
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
piece is an epitome of mid-century design excellence. Produced in Yugoslavia during the 1960s by the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern German Umbrella Stand Wood and Brass, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand made in Germany, circa 1950s. This is a beautiful all
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Plywood tea trolley by Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi for Stilcasa
By Stilcasa, Franco Campo
Carlo Graffi
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
plywood and black lacquered metal. The top shelf is also a tray and lies loose on the trolley. Insanely
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
Set of 16 Mid-Century Bentwood Chairs in Beech by Czech Manufacturer, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 16 Mid-Century Bentwood Chairs in Beech by Czech Manufacturer, 1960s — Priced Per Chair
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Red Beech Dining Room Chairs 1950s Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage red beech set of 14 dining chairs, which were designed and executed in
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Wood Center Table by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern wood center table by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
Center table created in
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Plywood, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Square Glass-Top Hardwood End Table, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Square Glass-Top Hardwood End Table, Brazil, 1960s
Structured in molded plywood
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Hardwood, Plywood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Eight Green Beech Stackable Dining Chairs 1950 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern eight vintage dining chairs from beechwood 1950s Vienna in green color tone
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blue Twelve Dining Chairs Roland Rainer 1952 Vienna
By Roland Rainer Emil
Alfred Pollack
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern twelve ( 12 ) dining chairs or chairs from beechwood and plywood in ocean blue
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Four Vintage Green Beech Dining Chairs, circa 1956, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern set of four vintage dining chairs executed by E. & A. Pollak, Austria, which
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Fritz Hansen Denmark 1974 Plywood Hammer Stackable Chairs Set of 2 Refinished
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
crack in the top layer of the plywood at the bend in the chair but it is still sturdy and they stack
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Wooden Mid-Century Modern Drop off Wall Secretaire Attributed to Marcel Gascoin
By Marcel Gascoin
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Wooden wall secretaire with drop-off top desk, made in the 1950s.
The design and workmanship of this secretaire is very reminiscent of the works of Marcel Gascoin made between 1949 ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Beech Desk Chair Jorgen Rasmussen 1950s Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage desk chair or office chair designed by Jorgen Rasmussen 1950s in Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century French Bookcase attributed by Kim Moltzer, 1970
s
By Kim Moltzer
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-Century French Bookcase attributed by Kim Moltzer, 1970's
Hollywood Regency - Vintage - Design
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Steel
Classic Mid Century Pretzel Arm Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic mid century Pretzel arm chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft: Great original condition
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Design Dress Boy Chair by Wim Rietveld for Auping, 1950
s
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Dress Boy chair by Wim Rietveld for Auping, made in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
$308 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Red Silver Ten Dining Chairs Theo Häberli Switzerland 1960s
By Theo Häberli
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage dining chairs model chaise lyre by Theo Häberli 1960s.
The rare set of
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid 20th Century Wall Coat Hanger in Cane
Rattan, Vivai del Sud style
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a mid-20th century wall coat anger made in Italy in the style of the well-known
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Plywood
Herbert Von Thaden And Donald Lewis Jordan Molded Birch Plywood Chairs Model 102
By Thaden-Jordan Furniture Co.
Located in Monrovia, CA
2 1940s Mid Century Modern Molded Plywood Dining Chairs Made In The USA, Also Know As The Model 102
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Green Ceramic Coffee Table by Colin Morrow for Arpex Rome, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare and striking Mid-Century coffee table designed by Colin Morrow for Arpex Rome in the 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Beech Vintage Pair of Armchairs by Niko Kralj 1952 Slovenia
By Niko Kralj
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century Modern pair of vintage armchairs designed by Niko Kralj, which are foldable!
Niko
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Mid-20th Century Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Room Dividers in Bent-Wood by Ludvik Volak, Praque, 1960s
By Ludvik Volak
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-century room dividers in Bent-Wood by Ludvik Volak, Prague 1960s.
We have acquired a memorable
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Plywood, Bentwood
Pair of Mid Century "Lupina" chairs by Niko Kralj for Stol Kamnik, 1956
By Stol Kamnik, Niko Kralj
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of the iconic Mid Century Modern armchairs "Lupina" designed
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Vintage 1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Rolling Planter or Wastebasket
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Substantial mid-20th century pencil rattan rolling piece in a bold cylindrical form. Lightly
Category
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass
Ray Komai for J.G. Furniture 1950s MCM Bentwood Plywood Chair - Pair Available -
By Don Knorr, J.G. Furniture Company, Ray Komai
Located in St. Louis, MO
I have two rare Ray Komai masterpieces of Mid-Century Design, model #939 molded rotary cut ash
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Four Red Beech Dining Room Chairs or Chairs 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage dining room chairs or chairs from red lacquered beech and plywood 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
A Pair of Mid Century Oak Slanted Library Bookcases - Double Sided Bookcase
Located in Leicester, GB
Gorgeous mid-century library bookcases in Oak. This pair of vintage bookcases have angled shelves
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Mid Century Danish Modern Kevi Drafting Stool by Jorgen Rasmussen c 1960/70
s
By Kevi
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Danish Mid Century Modern drafting stool, designed by Jorgen Rasmussen for Kevi
Category
Mid-20th Century Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Mid 20th Century Diorama Doll House - Christmas Living Room Scene
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A cute vintage dollhouse diorama. It's a miniature dollhouse, a living room festively decorated for Christmas.
There's so much to see in this handmade diorama. We see children with t...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Early Mid Century "B27" Round Dining Table by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, 1930s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century wooden "B27" round dining table in black stained wood with chromed
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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
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Mid Century Plywood For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century plywood you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A mid century plywood — often made from wood, plywood and metal — can elevate any home. Find 2444 options for an antique or vintage mid century plywood now, or shop our selection of 94 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century plywood — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each mid century plywood bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century plywood over the years, but those crafted by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Charles Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Plywood?
The average selling price for a mid century plywood at 1stDibs is $2,487, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $220,763 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 Plywood
- 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 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 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.
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 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.
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