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Mid-Century Mixed Metal Sergio Bustamante Zebra
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Mixed Metal Sergio Bustamante Zebra:
Sergio Bustamante, the highly acclaimed Mexican
Category
20th Century Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid Century Modern Ceramic Zebra Statue Sculpture Figurine
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Ceramic Zebra Statue Sculpture Figurine
A monumental Italian ceramic zebra
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
American Studio Phillip Powell Style Mid-Century Modern Zebra Wood Cabinets
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Truly unique and one-of-a-kind hanging cabinets made out of solid exotic zebra wood. These handmade
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Zebra Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Burlwood, Brass and Zebra Wood Coffee Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Mid-Century Modern burl wood and brass coffee table with zebra wood banding. The clear
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Large Mid-Century Italian Glazed Ceramic Zebra Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Mid-Century Italian Glazed Ceramic Zebra Sculpture
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Pair of Italian Zebra Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic Mid-Century pair of table lamps crafted with terra cotta and decorated with the familiar
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Peter Protzman for Herman Miller Zebra Wood Desk, 1970s
By Peter Protzmann, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an exotic zebra wood desk, with a highly figured grain, by Peter Protzman
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Zebra Wood Sideboard with Brass Sabots, Locks
Keys
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern sideboard was realized in Italy, circa 1950. It features a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
A pair of Mid Century Italian Zebra Print Wingback Armchairs circa 1950.
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of mid-century Italian wingback chairs, upholstered with zebra print leather, in the style
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wood, Zebra Hide
Zebra Print Mid-20th Century Handmade Persian Flatweave Kilim Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Persian flatweave Kilim accent rug, with a zebra print design, handmade during the mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Rustic Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Coffee or Cocktail Table in Zebra
Located in Seattle, WA
Sleek Mid-Century Danish cocktail or coffee table upholstered in vintage zebra hide in a
Category
20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Pair of Zebra Upholstered Custom Mid Century Arm Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of high leg zebra upholstered custom armchairs, very stylish and comfortable.
Category
Vintage 1950s Armchairs
Mid Century Vladimir Kagan Zebra Wood
Lucite Floor Lamp c1965 with Provenance
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and tall, 74.5 inches this Zebra Wood with Plexi floor lamp designed by Vladimir Kagan and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Lucite, Plexiglass, Zebra Wood
Mid Century Italian Majolica Hand Painted Zebra Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Italian majolica ceramic hand painted sculpture of a standing zebra.
Price reduced
Category
20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Zebra Mount Taxidermy
Located in Winnetka, IL
A 20th century taxidermy shoulder mount zebra, beautifully displayed on a Lucite shelf with wall
Category
Mid-20th Century African Taxidermy
Materials
Lucite, Zebra Hide
$4,000
Zebra Wood Desk
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Zebra wood and faux shagreen Mid-Century Modern style desk, circa 1990. I am not 100% sure if it is
Category
1990s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Zebra Wood
$3,000
Zebra Hide Rug, South Africa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Decorative zebra hide rug from South Africa. The hide is backed with wool felt fabric. Good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century South African Campaign Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Zebra Hide
Zebra Skin
Burchelli
Located in London, GB
Grade A zebra skin. Brown and cream tones. Soft supple skin.
Category
Late 20th Century African Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Zebra Hide
$1,919
Pair of Mid Century X-Benches with Zebra Upholstery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Newly upholstered X-benches in a velvet zebra pattern.
Category
20th Century Benches
Mid-Century Modern Large Porcelain Zebra Floor Sculpture, Italy, 1970s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a sweetly painted porcelain floor sculpture of a laying zebra, made in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage African Zebra Hide Rug
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful real zebra hide rug. In vintage used condition. Great for any home. Awesome detail. A
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic More Carpets
Materials
Zebra Hide
Mid-Century Armchairs with Zebra Fabric, 1950s, Set of Two
Located in Wien, AT
This pair of armchairs were designed and produced in Czech Republic during the 1950s. They feature a wooden frame and a fully restored seating.
The cushions consist of a core made ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Coconut, Fabric, Wood, Wool
Vintage Danish Stool Restored in Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
hide for chicness.
Details
Manufacturer:
Unknown, Denmark
Date:
Mid-20th Century
Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Zebra Hide, Teak
Zebra Bench or Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful zebra bench with brass legs.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Zebra Hide
$4,950
Mid century circular lounge chair faux zebra upholstery curved round backrest
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century circular lounge chair faux zebra upholstery curved round backrest. good vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
African Zebra Hide Drum Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Unusual mid century drum table covered in zebra hide and supported by three horn feet.
Category
20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Zebra Hide
Brutalist Mid-Century Modernist Wall-Mounted Sculpture of a Zebra
Located in New York, NY
A Brutalist Mid-Century Modernist wall-mounted sculpture of a zebra; in gold and black patinated
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Wall-mounted Sculptures
19th Century Italian Regency Stool Ottoman Bench Reupholstered in Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A prime example of a 19th century Regency painted stool. Having a rectangular cushion seat restored
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Benches
Materials
Zebra Hide
Alvar Aalto Model 400 "Tank" Lounge Chair in Zebra
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
plywood. The chair alone is one of the most comfortable chairs of mid-century design with the wide, deep
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Monumental Zebra Wood Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage monumental zebra wood credenza designed and manufactured in the United States, circa 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Lounge Chairs in Zebra Hide
Located in Dallas, TX
Chairs are very comfortable. Upholstered in a zebra hide.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$7,500 / set
1970s Vanity in Zebra Wood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vanity from the 1970s, zebra wood and jersey fabric with chrome handles.
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Materials
Zebra Wood
Fredric Weinberg Zebra/Horse Table Lamps, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
very early and rare frederic weinberg zebra table lamps, plaster, original condition, rewired
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Zebra Hide Wrapped Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Zebra Wrapped Mirror with beveled mirror and nail head trim
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Zebra Hide, Mirror
Pair Mid-Century Italian Hand-Painted Plaster Zebra Table Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
Matched pair of hand-painted cast plaster Italian rearing Zebra-form table lamps.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Custom Made Mid-Century Modern Console Table with Nailhead Trimmed Zebra Print
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
The design and proportions of this vintage Mid-Century Modern console table are strictly modern and
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Wave Form Zebra Chaise Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an incredible, zebra print, S or wave form chaise lounge, by Adrian
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Mid Century Modern Dining Room Zebra Wood Chairs, set of six, Italy 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid Century Modern Dining Room Zebra Wood Chairs, set of six, Italy 1950s.
This set of six Mid
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Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Vintage Armchair in the Style of Edward Wormley, Reupholstered in Zebra
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
proportions. Expertly upholstered in zebra hide, this chair would make a perfect accent chair in a living room
Category
Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Mid-Century Modern Pair Chrome Rattan Armchairs Baughman Breuer Era 1970s Zebra
By Marcel Breuer, Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous pair of chrome and rattan, cantilever armchairs, with a zebra
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Large Fine Grade Burchell Zebra Hide
Located in Bradenton, FL
rooms, adding texture and sophistication in a safari inspired look or mid century modern.
Category
20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Mid-Century Modern Geometric and Zebra Print Black
White Barware, Set of Eight
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of eight Mid-Century Modern barware, six glasses and an ice bucket in a stand, featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Grasshopper Chair and Ottoman in Zebra Hide
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
relaxation. Masterfully restored and reupholstered in zebra hide.
Chair: 26in L x 33in D x 35in H x 15in
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
20th Century Zebra Wood Sideboard by Morris of Glasgow, c.1950
By Neil Morris
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stylish mid-20th century unusual 'Zebra wood' two door, three drawer sideboard from the Morris of
Category
20th Century Scottish Sideboards
Materials
Zebra Wood
Midcentury Italian Zebra Wood Console
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous midcentury Italian zebra wood console. Amazing star pattern on the top of the table. And
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Console Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
Eero Saarinen Executive Chairs in Zebra Hide, Pair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
with brand, new foam. The zebra hide is so chic and graphic for these iconic chairs. Love.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide, Walnut
Unique Mid-Century Modern Rug with Zebra Skin Design in Black, Cream
Pink
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Unique Mid-Century Modern Design rug with Zebra Design, rug TU-MTU-3328, country of origin / type: Turkey
Category
Vintage 1950s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Charles and Ray Eames Ltr Tables with Zebra Cushions, Pair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
another use for the tables by adding a custom zebra hide cushion. Now, the perfect foot stool.
From
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wire
Campaign Chairs of Steel and Brass with Zebra and Sheepskin: Jansen Style
Located in Austin, TX
with brass finials and paw feet. Authentic sheepskin seats and zebra trim are recent additions.
Category
Mid-20th Century Campaign Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Chairs in Zebra and Alpaca Wool - Pair
By John Saladino, Dunbar Furniture
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
designed furniture, created a limited group of seating for Dunbar in the mid-20th century. The seating
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide, Wool, Alpaca
18th Century G. Jacob Mahogany and Cane Bergere Swivel Chair in Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
loose zebra hide cushion and also reupholstered the magnificent arm rests in zebra. The chair bears the
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide, Cane, Mahogany
Sculptural Zebra Wood Console Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural zebra wood console table, American, circa 1990s. Beautifully bookmatched wood with
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood, Zebra Wood
Rectangular Zebra Wood Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rectangular zebra wood table lamp with original woven shade. Made of lustrous wood that has a
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Linen, Zebra Wood
Lucite Lounge Chair with Zebra Hide Cushion
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lucite Lounge Chair with Zebra Hide Cushion, American, circa 1960's.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Lucite, Zebra Hide
Zebra Hide 20th Century Italian Couple of Poufs with Oak Wood Legs
Located in Valladolid, ES
Stunning couple of poufs or stools upholsters with original zebra hide, in a very good condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Zebra Hide, Wood
Alvar Aalto Model 66 Chairs in Zebra Hide, Pair
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
in Finland by Artek, this chair's seat has been restored in zebra hide. A perfect side chair for your
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide, Birch
$2,800 / set
Extra Long Vintage Farmhouse Bench with Zebra Cushion
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We are famous for our zebra-cushioned farmhouse benches. This vintage Kansas farmhouse bench is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Benches
Materials
Zebra Hide
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century zebra you’re looking for. A mid century zebra — often made from wood, hardwood and zebra wood — can elevate any home. There are 356 variations of the antique or vintage mid century zebra you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century zebra 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 zebra made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Peter Protzmann, Herman Miller and Milo Baughman each produced at least one beautiful mid century zebra that is worth considering.
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A mid century zebra can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $124 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.
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- 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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