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KPM West German Mid-Century Spiral Sunburst Design White
Brown Porcelain Vase
Located in Queens, NY
West German Mid-Century porcelain vase with a round base with a raised spiral and sunburst pattern
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Sunburst Mid Century Brass Wall Mirror, France, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Lovely brass sunburst wall mirror manufactured in France in the 1950s.
Measures: diameter 19.3
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirror Brass, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern sunburst mirror brass, circa 1960
Traditionally manufactured in France.
By
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Mixed Metal Sunburst Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Miami, FL
Large mixed metal sunburst wall sculpture of brass and lacquered nails.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Mid Century, Modern Gold Italian Sunburst Mirror, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of plastic. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal flaws. All is shown on pictures. Beau...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Mid Century, Modern Gold Italian Sunburst Mirror, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of plastic. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal flaws. All is shown on pictures. Beau...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Fabulous Italian Pair of Mid-Century Tables w/Custom Mirrored Sunburst Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A gorgeous pair of custom eglomisé mirror top tables on mid 20th century Italian bases. These mid
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Mid Century Gilt Leaf
Sunburst
Mirror, Spain C.1960
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Gilt Leaf 'Sunburst' Mirror, Spain C.1960
A superb example, in very good condition
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Gold Sunburst Mirror, Metal, Belgium, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Belgium. The frame is made of metal and wood. Very good condition. Beautiful piece for every interior! Signed "made in Belgium"....
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Mid Century French Modern Lacquered Sunburst Sideboard
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century French Modern Lacquered Sunburst Sideboard. Above average vintage condition and
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany, Maple, Oak
Vintage Mid Century Modern Oak Sunburst Round Extension Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage Mid Century Modern Oak Sunburst Round Pedestal Base Dining Table with (3) 12" Extension Leaves
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass pendant lamp, circa 1960 Traditionally manufactured in France
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Mid-Century Atlanta Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock
By Atlanta Clock Co.
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original 1960s Atlanta sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful brass sunburst
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass pendant lamp, circa 1960
Traditionally manufactured in France.
By
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid Century, Modern Gold Italian Sunburst Mirror, Giltwood, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of wood. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal flaws. All is shown on pictures. Beautif...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Mid-Century Gilt Metal Oval Sunburst Wall Mirror
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-century gilt metal sunburst-shaped mirror, Germany, circa the 1950s.
A beautiful Hollywood
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Vintage 1950s German Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
vintage mid century modern sunburst convex mirror - 1960s
By Saint Gobain
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
- vintage sunburst mirror with beautiful patina
- Saint Gobain convex mirror glass
- very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern 5-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern 5-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Mixed Metal Pin Wheel Sunburst Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Miami, FL
Curtis Jere style mid-century wall sculpture of brass and enameled iron nails.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Sophisticated Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Etched Crystal Serving Plate
Located in New York, NY
austere design, this represents a beautiful example of Mid-Century Modern design. It is as versatile as it
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Mirror Sunburst Bamboo Handcrafted, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern French handcrafted bamboo wall mirror.
By unknown artisan, circa 1960.
In
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Mirror
$922 Sale Price
66% Off
Mid-Century Modern Mirror Sunburst Rattan Handcrafted, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern French handcrafted bamboo wall mirror.
By unknown artisan, circa 1960.
In
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Mirror
$1,470 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Spray Sunburst Wall Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Patinated Brass
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid Century French Pine Room Divider with Sunburst Accents, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
French Pine Room Divider with Sunburst Accents, 1960s
This striking mid-century room divider
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Pine
XXL Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
in France, 1960s.
This hand-hammered kopper sunburst flush mount or wall sconce will be a nice mid
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp – Circa 1960, France
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp – Circa 1960, France
Bring a burst of vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$581 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp – French Craftsmanship, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Ceiling Lamp – French Craftsmanship, Circa 1960
Style: Mid
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sunburst Wall Sculpture by William Friedle
By William Friedle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friedle captures the essence of Mid-Century Modern design with a dynamic arrangement of radiating brass
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by CONDOR, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass.
An eye catcher par excellence.
Made in Germany.
We have tested it and it works.
Electric, battery operated clock.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Unique Modern Gold Italian Sunburst Mirror, Giltwood, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of wood. Absolutely amazign and unique piece. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal fla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Mid Century Heroic Sunburst Double Doors, Bronze, McCarrol
Gillespie, 1971
By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the nostalgia of mid-century glam with these show-stopping Heroic Sunburst double doors
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Mid Century, Modern Gold Italian Big Sunburst Mirror, Giltwood, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of wood. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal flaws. All is shown on pictures. Beautif...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Art. Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRUTALIST STARBURST
METAL WALL SCULPTURE
Direst Metal Sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$1,610 Sale Price
30% Off
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Flush Mount / Pendant, Sunburst, by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
chain as a pendant. Stilnovo was one of the leading Italian lighting companies of the Mid-Century period
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Mirror Sunburst Bamboo Rattan Handcrafted, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern French handcrafted bamboo wall mirror.
By unknown artisan, circa 1960.
In
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Mirror
$2,076 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid Century Organic Modern Bamboo
Rattan Sunburst Patinated Mirror, 1960s
By Louis Sognot, Vivai del Sud, Franco Albini
Located in Valencia, VC
Mid-Century Organic Modern Bamboo and Rattan Sunburst Mirror, France, 1950s–1960s
Round sunburst
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Vintage 1960s French Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Mirror Sunburst Bamboo Rattan Handcrafted, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern French handcrafted bamboo wall mirror.
By unknown artisan, circa 1960.
In
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Rattan Starburst Sunburst Mirror, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful handwoven Starburst Sunburst shape rattan and wicker mirror. This mirror has a
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wicker, Mirror
Mid-Century Rattan
Bamboo Sunburst Round Wall Mirror, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful sunburst round wall mirror in bamboo and rattan.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
Mid-Century Casa Devall 2-Tier Copper Brass Brutalist Sunburst Wall Sculpture
By Casa Devall
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Casa DeVall 2-Tier Copper
Brass Brutalist Metal Sunburst Wall
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Sunburst/Sputnik Flush Mount by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, sober Italian Mid-Century Modern solid brass flush mount fixture / chandelier by Stilnovo
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Mid Century Modern Gold Italian Big Rare Sunburst Mirror, Giltwood, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Absolutely unique and amazing big mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of wood. Good condition, no damage or cracks in the frame, the mirror p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Sunburst Red Tile Mosaic Round Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
By Gordon Martz, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Round red and white tile brass bezel incased top Sun burst shape coffee table on round tapered dowel legs with brass tips.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Unique Modern Gold Italian Sunburst Small Mirror, Giltwood, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of wood. Absolutely amazign and unique piece. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal fla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Mid Century Unique Modern Gold Italian Sunburst Medium Mirror, Giltwood, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage mirror in a golden decorative sun-shaped frame from Italy. The frame is made of wood. Absolutely amazign and unique piece. Good original condition, the mirror has minimal fla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Roger Capron French Mid-Century Ceramic and Oak Sunburst Coffee Table
By Roger Capron
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century (1960s) round coffee table with a stained four leg oak frame and stretcher
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Mid Century Modern Kalmar Sunburst Brass Vintage Flush Mount, 1950s, Vienna
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage flush mount from curved polished brass and with 12-arms sockets E 14.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brutalist Starburst Sunburst Wall Art. Enamel Steel Curtis Jere Era
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
GORGEOUS!
MID CENTURY MODERN
BRUTALIST STARBURST
METAL WALL SCULPTURE
Direst Metal Sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$2,399 Sale Price
20% Off
Square Parsons Style Sunburst Inlay Zebra Wood Occasional End Side Lamp Table
By Andrew Szoeke, Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Square Parsons style sunburst inlay zebra wood occasional end side lamp table.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
Striking 1960 Brass Sunburst Sculpture Curtis Jere Style Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Striking 1960 soldered brass sunburst sculpture in the Style of Curtis Jere. Wonderful Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Spanish Carved Giltwood Sunburst Wall Clock with Mirrored Insets
Located in Dallas, TX
sunburst style, which became especially popular in the 19th century, was often used as a bold decorative
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wall Clocks
Materials
Giltwood, Mirror
Mid-Century Gilt Metal Sun-Shaped Sunburst Ceiling Light, Spain, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century gilt metal sun-shaped sunburst ceiling light, Spain, circa the 1950s.
This beautiful
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Franco Albini Italian Mid Century Rattan, Cane Organic Sunburst Chair, 1950
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By Franco Albini
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Rare Franco Albini Mid Century Bamboo Organic Sunburst Chair By Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid Century Pair of Gilt Iron and Brass Sunburst Wall Sconces
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of gilt iron and brass sunburst light wall or wall sconces, in the style Art Deco. Nice patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,803 Sale Price / set
41% Off
Mid-Century Spanish Carved Giltwood Sunburst Wall Clock with Mirrored Insets
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a radiant touch to your home with this eye-catching gilt wood sunburst battery operated clock
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wall Clocks
Materials
Giltwood, Mirror
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Mid Century Sunburst For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century sunburst for your home. Each mid century sunburst for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and mirror. If you’re shopping for a mid century sunburst, we have 3337 options in-stock, while there are 19 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century sunburst, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century sunburst, designed in the mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century sunburst over the years, but those crafted by Chaty Vallauris, Curtis Jeré and Earthgender are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Sunburst?
Prices for a mid century sunburst start at $1 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $2,142.
Questions About Mid Century Sunburst
- 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.
- 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 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. - 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 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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