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Italian Midcentury Umbrella Stand Gilt Perforated Metal, Hans Kögl Style, 1950s
By Hans Kögl, Li Puma Firenze
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
matching Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern interior design and antique vintage lighting please
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Illuminated Mirror Round Yellow White Perforated Stilnovo Sarfatti Style, 1950s
By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
depth of 6.5 cm / 2.56 inches, has a inside white, outside yellow enameled perforated metal base and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Red Dedal Wall Shelf by Mathieu Matégot, Perforated Steel, circa 1950, France
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Barcelona, ES
Red 'Dedal' wall shelf designed by Mathieu Matégot.
Made of perforated steel. Preserving the
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Paavo Tynell for Taito Perforated Polished Brass Wall Lamp with Counterweight
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Paavo Tynell polished perforated brass with a frosted shade and adjustable by a counterweight.
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Ettore Sottsass Rinnovel Pendant Lamp Anodized Perforated Aluminum Italy 1950s
By Rinnovel, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fabulous light-weight aluminum pendant lamp most probably designed by Ettore Sottsass and executed by Rinnovel, Italy, circa 1950s. The Italian lamp which is made of anodized aluminu...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Mathieu Mategot Black and White Perforated Metal Table Lamp, French, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Aix En Provence, FR
A large black and white perforated metal table lamp designed by Mathieu Mategot in 1950s. It comes
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Small Bicolored and Perforated Metal Table Lamp Attributed to Mathieu Matégot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Small table lamp attributed to Mathieu Mategot with perforated white/grey painted metal, the stand
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pierre Guariche G320 Large White Perforated Metal Wall Lamp, 1952, France
By Pierre Disderot, Pierre Guariche
Located in Aix En Provence, FR
A large curved white lacquered perforated metal plate is attached to a metal wall bracket by two
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pedestal Ball and Pole Solid Brass Standing Floor Lamp with Perforated Shade
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful solid brass standing floor lamp with perforated shade. White metal perforated diffusers
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 ‘Dedal’ Wall Shelves by Mathieu Matégot, Perforated Steel French, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of 3 Dedal wall shelf designed by Mathieu Matégot.
Made of perforated steel. Preserving the
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Steel
French Matégot Umbrella Stand Ivory White Perforated Metal Iron Brass Biny 1950s
By Jacques Biny, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
. It is made of ivory color to off-white enameled and perforated metal combined with beautiful
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Scalloped Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Classic shape brings elegance to our large midcentury chandelier. Perforated and scallop details on
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,200
1980s Italian Vintage Steel Metal Alfa Romeo Advertising Perforated Sign
By Alfa Romeo
Located in Milan, IT
Vintage circular steel metal Alfa Romeo perforated sign produced in Italy in the 1980s.
This
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Perforated American Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique perforated sconces from Mid-Century USA. Sconces are fixed and lend a qualitative ambient
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century Pilastro White Perforated Card Holder
By Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960's white perforated metal letter holder with black enameled wire frame and little white rubber
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Wire
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier with Perforated Shades
Located in New York, NY
Well sized Mid-Century brass chandelier with eight perforated shades with frosted glass diffusers
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Mid-Century Mategot (attr) Perforated Metal Basket
By Artimeta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mategot (attr) perforated metal waste basket or umbrella stand with perforated metal sides, sheet
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Metal
Minimalist Mid Century Brutalist Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Norwich, GB
A sleek, minimalist mid-century Brutalist perforated metal umbrella stand. European - Circa 1950
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Mid-20th Century Minimalist Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Iron, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Mirror Brass and Perforated Metal
By Gio Ponti
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian Mid-Century mirror brass and perforated metal, 1950s. Original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Perforated Sconces- 2 Pairs Available
Located in New York, NY
Large Italian Mid-Century wall lights featuring a cylindrical glass shade backed by a black
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Double Cone Perforated Wall Sconces
Located in North Miami, FL
Painted metal double cone sconces with perforated accents. Up and down lighting.
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Vintage 1960s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Tom Greene Perforated Metal Mid Century Modernist Sculpture
By Tom Greene
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Perforated metal sculpture by Tom Greene, circa 1960s. Sculpture measures 13.5" by 3.5" and is
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century White Painted Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century, 1950s white painted perforated metal umbrella stand in the form of an umbrella
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Oval Chrome Wall Sconces with Perforated Detail
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of vintage sconces in chrome, each including an oval plate with perforated detail, affixed
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Perforated Metal Armchair, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Armchair in lacquered perforated metal with brass adjustable glides.
Made in France in the late
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Swedish Mid Century Pendants in Perforated Brass by Boréns
By Boréns Borås
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish Mid-Century Modern pendants in perforated brass by Swedish manufacturer Boréns. The lamps
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Perforated Metal Serving Trolley from Italy
Located in München, DE
Mid-Century Modernist perforated metal serving table. Probably from Italy.
Frame is made of metal
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
Austrian Mid-century Perforated Ashtrays by Carl Auböck, Pair
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Pasadena, CA
These midcentury modern perforated ashtrays were handmade with walnut and brass by the masterful
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Brass
Saturn Mid-Century Modern Perforated Brass Pendant by Lightolier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Lightolier solid brass halogen pendant,chandelier with perforated cone center what gives an
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Perforated Spun Aluminum Pendant Lights by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, pendant lights by Lightolier feature 5 inch height, perforated, spun
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Mid-Century Perforated Metal Wall Sconce Lights
Located in London, GB
A pair of wall sconces or shades.
France, c1970s.
Price is for the pair.
Good vintage condition, some signs of wear commensurate with age.
They are wall hung shades a...
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Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modernist Teak Perforated Metal Side Table from Italy
Located in München, DE
Very rare exceptional Mid-Century Modernist side table.
Great minimalistic and rare design.
Upper
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Mid Century Brass and Perforated Metal Chandeliers Arredoluce Style, 1950
By Arredoluce
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern brass and cream micro perforated metal pair of chandeliers by Arredoluce
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stunning and Rare Perforated Metal Mid Century Modern Umbrella Stand
Located in München, DE
Very elegant extraordinary Mid Century Modern umbrella stand.
Metal frame, heavy brass foot
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century French Architectural Wall Shelves in Perforated Metal, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Pair of Mid-Century French wall shelves in perforated metal in the manner of Mathieu Mategot
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Very Rare Round Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in München, DE
Very rare minimalistic round midcentury perforated metal umbrella stand.
Perforated sheet in white
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Brass mid century wall lamp in perforated metal style, adjustable
Located in Hamburg, DE
This mid-century brass wall light is the ideal library and reading light. You can swivel them to
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Perforated Metal Illuminated Wall Mirror by Vereinigten Werkstätten
By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk
Located in München, DE
Very rare Mid-Century Modernist illuminated wall mirror with beige perforated
metal back frame by
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Perforated Enamel and Brass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
of interior from classic Mid-Century Modern to contemporary. It has been newly rewired to American
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
French Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Perforated Enamel and Brass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
of interior from classic Mid-Century Modern to contemporary. It has been newly rewired to American
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Mid-Century Italian Brass and Perforated Shade Adjustable Wall Light
Located in London, GB
An unusual single wall light.
Italy, c1960s.
Perforated folded metal shade hoisted on a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Micro-Perforated Wrought Iron Bench, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern outdoor micro-perforated wrought iron bench, 1950s
Outdoor bench in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Petite Red Perforated Pilastro Stool with Black Hairpin Legs
By Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1950's Pilastro stool has a red seat with perforated design and black hairpin legs. The stool
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
French Mid-Century Perforated Metal Tea Cart by Mathieu Mategot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Pasadena, CA
A smoothly rolling two level tea cart by Mathieu Mategot in yellow painted finish with single bent steel tube construction detailed with eight glass holders and four slotted bays for...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Iron
Italian Mid Century Modern Perforated Metal and Brass Frame Mirror, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern perforated metal and brass frame mirror, 1950s.
Mirror with white
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Mid-Century Modern Perforated Brass Chandelier Pendant Lamp 1950s Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Rare, elegant and large Mid-Century Modern perforated brass ceiling fixture / pendant lamp
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Wood and Perforated Metal Nesting Tables, Italy 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century wood and perforated metal nesting tables - Italy 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Decorative White Perforated Metal Bar Cart, circa 1950, France.
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Brussels, BE
Decorative mid-century bar cart, circa 1950, France.
White perforated metal. Nice model.
Dimensions
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
Huge Mid-Century Modern Perforated Brass Chandelier Pendant Lamp, 1950s, Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Monumental, extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern hammered and perforated brass chandelier
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Perforated Metal Nesting Tables by Floris Fiedeldij for Artimeta
By Floris H. Fiedeldij, Artimeta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial Artimeta nesting tables with perforated white enameled metal trays on black enameled
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Metal
Rare
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Pendant Lamp Germany 1950
Located in Munich, DE
Rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern perforated metal pendant lamp or hanging
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
A Mid Century Perforated Light Fixture in the Style of Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage brass and perforated black metal French light fixture in the style of Guariche.
Good
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid Century Brass Pendant Lights w/ Perforated Shades
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of vintage pendants in brass. The conical shades are perforated and have white enameled
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20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Serving Trolley from Italy
Located in München, DE
Very rare extraordinary midcentury modernist perforated metal serving table.
Probably from Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Perforated Metal Sconce by Mathieu Mategot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
rate French Mid-Century Modern design absolutely adore. It would be a winning addition to any style of
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Red Marble and Micro-Perforated Metal Ashtrays, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern red marble and micro-perforated metal ashtrays, 1980s
Red marble and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Marble, Metal
Mid-Century Adjustable Desk or Table Lamp with Perforated Shade by Unilite
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century red, black and white desk or table lamp with adjustable height and multi-directional
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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Perforated Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal perforated mid century for your home. Each perforated mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. There are 502 variations of the antique or vintage perforated mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 31 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer perforated mid century, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A perforated mid century is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Mathieu Matégot, Disderot and Lightolier each produced at least one beautiful perforated mid century that is worth considering.
How Much is a Perforated Mid Century?
The average selling price for a perforated mid century at 1stDibs is $1,805, while they’re typically $169 on the low end and $25,200 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 Perforated Mid Century
- 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 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 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 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 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 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.
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