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Spanish Mid-Century Bronze Bear Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
as both sculpture and design object, it stands as a remarkable example of mid-century Spanish bronze
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Spanish Gilt Sconce, 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This wall light was manufactured in Spain in the 1950s. It is made of gilt metal and has got two
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Set of 5 Mid-Century Modern Decorative Panels, Handmade Carved Wood - Spain
Located in Girona, Girona
scenes. Extremely fine work with Art Deco inspiration.
Signed and dated: A Trapote Mateo 1964.
Spain
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Spanish Mid-Century Bronze Swan Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
in)
Weight: 20 kg
Period: Mid-20th Century (1950s)
Place of Origin: Spain
Materials: Patinated
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Omersa Leather Elephant Door Stop Sculpture for Valenti Spain
By Valenti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Spain. Stamped by the retailer. In the style of Abercrombie and Fitch.
Dimensions: 5.75" H x 8.5" W x
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Leather
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Silver Caviar Bowls by Puig Doria - Spain
By Puig Doria
Located in Girona, Girona
: Star (Sterling silver in Spain since 1934)
Weight: 287 grms (without glass) each
Design: Puig Doria
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern "Semainier" Commode in Pine, Mahogany, Oak and Brass - Spain
Located in Girona, Girona
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Spain, circa 1940.
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare Mid Century Modern Table Lamp or Desk Light by Andre Ricard for Metalarte
By Metalarte Spain, André Ricard
Located in Munich, DE
by Metalarte, Spain. With engraved makers mark.
Executed in metal, the table lamp needs 2 x E27
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Metal
Fabulous Daniel Jones Inc. Spanish Revival Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By Daniel Jones
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Daniel Jones Inc. Spanish Revival 9 Drawer walnut dresser credenza. This is one of those
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wood and Enamel Box by J. Capo Esmaltes, Spain, 1960
By Capo Esmaltes
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed by the esteemed J. Capo Esmaltes and crafted in Spain circa 1960, this exquisite Mid
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal, Copper, Enamel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Silver Palm Trees Candlesticks, Stamped - Spain 1954
Located in Girona, Girona
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Weight: 620 grs each.
Stamps: Joan Albardane i Buch and two others illegible.
Barcelona, Spain, 1954.
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier in Golden Bronze and Engraved Glass - Spain
Located in Girona, Girona
engraved glass saucers with a golden line and original false candles.
Spain, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair In Beechwood With Ivory Leather - Spain
Located in Girona, Girona
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Spain, circa 1940.
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Spanish Mid-Century Bronze Wild Boar Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
aged patina, enhancing its depth and character.
This mid-century piece exemplifies the mastery of
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Spanish Walnut Wood and Mirror Bar Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern walnut wood and mirror Spanish bar cabinet, 1940s.
Very elegant Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Mid Century Spanish buffet side board, circa 1970s
Located in Asheville, NC
Unique vintage buffet featuring 2 small drawers; 1 large one along with 2 doors. Made of solid cherry wood, circa 1970s.
Excellent condition, minor scuffs.
47”W x 22.5”D x 38.65”H
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Cherry
Mid Century Modern Vintage Collection Ceramic Tiles 1960s Greece, Italy, Spain
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Vintage collection of thirty ( 30 ) ceramic tiles in various colors and sizes
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flooring
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ice Bucket in Brass with Kitchen Pot Shape, Spain 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Pot Cauldron Tripod ice bucket or wine cooler, Brass. Spain, 1950s.
It
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$1,048 Sale Price
20% Off
Hansen Retractable Brass
Metal Sconces Lamps Metalarte Spain Wall Lights Pair
By Hansen, Metalarte Spain
Located in Miami, FL
, Metalarte Spain & Hansen Lamps New York at the back plate.
Great for Your favorite reading chair as the
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Spanish Mid-Century Swivel Armchair Desk Chair circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
Side armchair or desk armchair, mid-century
Swivel armchair
The leather needs to be restored
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
$1,077 Sale Price
43% Off
Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp in the style of Jacques Adnet Valenti Spain
By Jacques Adnet, Valenti
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp in the style of Jacques Adnet for Valenti, Spain. Hollywood
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chrome-Plated Metal Desk Lamp by Fase - Spain
By Fase
Located in Girona, Girona
metal, teak wood and sanded glass.
Maker: Fase
Spain, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Mid-Century Modern Dry Bar, Two Sliding Doors, Glass, Walnut - Spain, Barcelona
Located in Girona, Girona
door.
Spain, Barcelona, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Indecasa Spanish Mid-Century Rust Leather and Chrome Arm Chairs
By Indecasa
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 4 Spanish late Mid-Century armchairs with chrome arch design continuous legs and arms with a
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Ceramic Vase in Green Black and Cream Signed, Spain
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall vintage ceramic one-of-a-kind vase by Spanish artist Domingo Punter Teruel. This lovely
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Spectacular Daniel Jones Inc. Spanish Revival Tall Dresser Mid-Century Modern
By Daniel Jones
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Daniel Jones Inc. Spanish Revival 6 Drawer walnut tall dresser. This is one of those
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair Mid-Century Modern Stools in Steel and Faux Leather -Spain, Barcelona 1960s
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of bar stools, red painted steel and original black leatherette.
Spain, Barcelona c. 1960
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Oscar Tusquets Mid-Century Modern Black Gaulino Spanish Easy Chairs
By Oscar Tusquets Blanca, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
in the retrospective shows of Spanish Design, in both exhibitions and publications, and has become a
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2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
Mid-Century Modern Design Floor Lamp by Vibia Spain, 1970
s
By Vibia
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Midcentury Modern Design Brass Floor Lamp by Vibia, made in Spain
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
$428 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Spanish Gilt Metal Ceiling Fixture
Located in Buchanan, NY
This magnificent mid-century Spanish ceiling fixture features a ring of gilt leaves atop a circular
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Rare Metalarte Table Lamp by André Ricard, Spain, 1960s
By Metalarte Spain, André Ricard
Located in Hellouw, NL
Rare Metalarte table lamp by André Ricard, Spain, 1960s. This lamp is in height adjustable and the
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Spain 1950 Barcelona Mid Century Modern Enameled Tall Compote In .916 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
the city of Barcelona during the post war mid century period, in the 1950. This oversized massive
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Copper, Enamel
$3,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Single Mid-Century Metal Spanish Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A single metal table lamp, on splayed feet, in a pleasing silvered colour.
Spain, c1960s.
Good
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Silver and Enameled Box Spain 1960
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful midcentury enameled silver decorative box, Spain, 1960.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Metalarte Stunning Floor lamp Brass and Mahogany 1960s Spain
By George W. Hansen, Metalarte Spain
Located in Den Haag, NL
. can be switch separated .
manufactured by Spanish quality firm Metalarte . Design George W Hansen
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Desk Light or Table Lamp
Boomerang
by Fase Spain 1960s
By Fase
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid Century Modern table lamp or desk light 'Boomerang' in gray and silver color. Lamp
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Table lamp Model Anade by Josep Lluscá for Metalarte, Spain 1980s
By Metalarte Spain, Josep Llusca
Located in BARCELONA, ES
variety of interior styles, from contemporary to mid-century modern. Made with high-quality materials, the
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$297 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-20th Century Lacquered Wooden Architectural Construction Set, Spain
Located in Barcelona, ES
This rare mid-20th-century architectural construction set, crafted in Spain, is a nostalgic piece
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of interesting brutalist wood tripod chairs from Spain, with a trefoil motif adorning all
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Modern Fase Lamp Model 530 Rifle, Spain, 1960s
By Fase
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century Modern Fase Lamp Model 530 Rifle, Spain, 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Mid C20th century Spanish wrought iron coffee table
Located in London, GB
A good looking oval in shape coffee table that has a reinforced glass insert to the top which is surrounded by decorative painted wrought iron with a useful tier below.
A solid and u...
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass, Crystal Sconces by BD Lumica, Barcelona Spain
By Solaris
Located in New York, NY
Pair of polished brass sconces from BD Lumica, Barcelona Spain. Each sconce has two candelabra base
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$3,188 Sale Price / set
24% Off
Brass Kitchen Utensils Hanging Bar Spain Mid 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Old kitchen tools or utensils made of brass and plastic hanging from a hanging bar. Old kitchen appliance
Midcentury
Saucepan fork palette and serving pot
This set of brass ...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Brackets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair Foot Rest Stool, Spain Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An interesting brutalist stool with hand carved legs and great patina. Great piece of functional sculpture. It is in great vintage condition and is structurally sound. Nice addition ...
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Wood
Doris Leslie Blau Mid-20th century Spanish Floral Handmade Wool Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century Spanish floral handmade wool carpet (size adjusted)
Size: 12'0" × 15'8" (365 × 477
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
MId-Century Modern, Spanish Flamenco Dancer in Acrylic circa 1950
Located in Munich, DE
Proud, traditional, feminine; Spain in the 1950´s-1960´s. A prefect and brilliant example of the
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20th Century Paintings
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Spanish Oil Painting of A Young Boy - Signed Ernest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Spanish, 20th century.
A vintage oil painting depicting a young boy. The artist used a wonderful
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair Foot Rest Stool, Spain Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An interesting brutalist stool with hand carved legs and great patina. Great piece of functional sculpture. It is in great vintage condition and is structurally sound. Nice addition ...
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Modern, Green Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp by Valenti, Spain 1970s
By Valenti
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Large green ceramic table lamp by Valenti, 1970s.
In very good condition. The lamp is signed.
In 1798 the Valentí family founded its first goldsmith's workshop in Barcelona. Faced ...
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$655 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-Century Spanish Studio Pottery Wall Plate with Fish Design, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
: Ceramic
Color: Brown
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Spain
Item Type: Vintage, Antique or
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
20th Mid-Century Spanish Buffet Secretaire, Escritoire Cabinet Oak
Located in Labrit, Landes
Vintage buffet escritoire secretary cabinet, made circa 1960 in Spain.
Oak, wrough iron, brass and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,763 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-century Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Rattan Pendant Hanging Light, Spain, 1960s
This lantern features a beautiful design with a
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan, Paper
Mid-Century Spanish Souvenir Model of a late 18 Century Frigate
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
This souvenir model of a late 18 Century Sailing Frigate was crafted in Spain, circa 1950 and
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects
Materials
Bronze
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Large Ferrocolor Sconces Wheat Wall Lights Mid-Century Modern Spain 1960
By Ferrocolor
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Ferrocolor sconces, impressive model, superb original patina.
2 lights, 60 watts max bulb
US rewired and in working condition
Back plate 6 x 6 inches.
Projection ...
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Large Mid Century Table Lamp in Alabaster Spain 1970s
Located in Meer, VAN
Large Mid Century Table Lamp in Alabaster Spain 1970s
A wonderful table lamp in carved alabaster
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster
Cerámica Ycee Spanish Mid-Century Terracotta Floral Wall Plaque Red Enamel
Located in Lisboa, PT
This vibrant mid-century ceramic wall plaque is an authenticated work by Cerámica Ycee, a Spanish
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$752 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Spanish Sunburst Or Flower Shaped Mirror In Rattan
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Mediterranean Wicker Mirror and Rattan Flower or Sunburst Mirror
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Cane
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Spanish Mid Century Modern For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Spanish mid century modern you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every Spanish mid century modern was constructed with great care. Find 2341 options for an antique or vintage Spanish mid century modern now, or shop our selection of 227 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Spanish mid century modern — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Spanish mid century modern made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made Spanish mid century modern has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Karl Blossfeldt, Børge Mogensen and Fredericia are consistently popular.
How Much is a Spanish Mid Century Modern?
Prices for a Spanish mid century modern start at $1 and top out at $120,000 with the average selling for $1,897.
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 Spanish Mid Century Modern
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
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