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Pair of Mid-Century Spanish Brass Wall Sconces with Sculptural Bust Detail
Located in London, GB
Elegant pair of mid-century Spanish wall lights crafted from polished brass. Each sconce features a
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wood and Ceramic Rustic Mirror, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern wood and ceramic rustic mirror, circa 1970. By unknown manufacturer (Spain
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
$573 Sale Price
49% Off
Industrial Lamp GEI, circa 1970
By GEI
Located in Barcelona, ES
Industrial lamp designed and manufactured by Gei in Spain, circa 1970. In good original
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$639 Sale Price
43% Off
Oscar Tusquets Mid-Century Modern Leather Wood Gaulino Chair
By BD Barcelona Design, Oscar Tusquets Blanca
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gaulino chair designed by Oscar tusquets manufactured by BD Barcelona.
Solid natural varnished ash with seat in natural hide.
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash
Mid-Century Spanish Wrought and Gilt-Iron Scroll Coffee Table with Glass Top
Located in Camden, ME
A beautifully crafted example of mid-20th-century Spanish ironwork, this wrought and gilt-iron
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
$2,850 Sale Price
25% Off
Early Elisa Cermic Doll, Spain 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Small polychrome glazed ceramic figure of a small seated figure with curly black hair and chain with peace sign.
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Inspired Walnut Nightstand – Modern Walnut Nightstand
Located in CAMBRE, ES
truncated pyramidal legs, the piece reflects a subtle mid-century spirit. It features two drawers and an
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Stone, Marble
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Brass Star Flush Mount Ceiling Lights, Spain, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
These spectacular Spanish, Mid- 20th Century vintage brass ceiling sconces are designed to be flush
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Schumacher Queen of Spain Mid-Century Black
White 22" Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
mid-century design. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper closure.
*If out
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Queen of Spain Mid-Century Black
White 20" Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
mid-century design. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper closure.
*If out
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Mid Century Spanish Manises Porcelain Vase: Mauve, Cream, and Grey Marbled Decor
By Hispania CH
Located in Valencia, VC
Handmade Marbleized Porcelain Vase by Hispania CH, Manises, Spain — 1970s
A beautifully handmade
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Paul Hansen Brass and Glass Lamp from Metalarte
By Metalarte Spain
Located in Doraville, GA
and Made In Spain. There is a bulb switch and a switch on the cord which is all original and in very
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Nightstands or Side-Tables, Spain, 1970s
By Franco Albini, Vivai del Sud, Louis Sognot
Located in Valencia, VC
Stunning Pair of French Riviera Bamboo
Rattan Accent Tables / Nightstands
Spain, circa 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Natural Fiber, Cane, Rattan, Glass
Ceiling Lamp by "Metalarte", Barcelona, 1969
By Metalarte Spain
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceiling lamp designed and produced by "Metalarte" in 1969. Lampshade with two overlapping methacrylate layers, white color inside, orange outside.
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Acrylic
Jorge Castillo Spanish Mid-Century Oil on Canvas Abstract Painting (Untitled)
Located in Queens, NY
Spanish Mid-Century oil on canvas abstract painting featuring geometric shapes with colors of
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Joaquin Garcia Donaire abstract modern sculpture Spain 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic sculpture by Joaquin Garcia Donaire made in his own atelier in Spain, 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Dada Est. Mid Century Modern Ashwood Wall-Mounted Shelve
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wall-mounted shelve by Dada - Est.
Manufactured in Barcelona, 2017.
Ashwood
Measures: 32 cm D x 200 cm W x 200 cm H
Production delay: 7-9 weeks
There is the possibility of maki...
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2010s Spanish Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$10,085 / item
Pair of Hansen by Metalarte Retractable Sconces
By Metalarte Spain
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Hansen by Metalarte Retractable sconces, 80 watts max bulb.
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,490 / set
Mid-Century Table Lamp designed by Andre Ricard, for Metalarte, Spain, 1970
s
By André Ricard
Located in Vienna, Austria
A table lamp designed by Andre Ricard for Metalarte in Spain, from the 1970 's.
This all metal
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mid Century Dresser, Spanish Revival, Carved Wood, c. 1970s, Lowboy
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Mid Century Dresser, Spanish Revival, Carved Wood, c. 1970s, Lowboy, 9 Drawers, Olive Green
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Mirror
Mid Century Modern Etched
Hand Painted Brass Two Door Curio Display Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Store and showcase your treasures in this exquisitely detailed mid-century modern display cabinet
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern Pair of Square Pattern Linen Scatter Spanish Cushions
Located in Ibiza, Spain
suppliers in Spain. We design a line of fresh and colorful fabrics inspired by the Mediterranean Sea. Unique
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen, Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Boars Head Pitcher / Jug by Valenti
By F. Valenti
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and impressive Spanish pitcher or jug made from heavy glass and a figural silver plated
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid Century Modern Color Tapestry after Joan Miró, circa 1970
By Joan Miró
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Abstract tapestry after Joan Miró.
By unknown artist, Spain, circa 1970.
In original condition
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Bamboo
$3,945 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Century Modern Lantern by Jordi Vilanova in Brass - Barcelona
By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch
Located in Girona, Girona
Bosch
Spain, Barcelona c. 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
1970s Modern Perpetual Desk Calendar Black Plastic Spain by Maor
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This perpetual desk calendar by Maor was produced in Spain during the 1970s and represents a strong
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern swivel chair by “VVV” - Ferrocolor, Barcelona 1960.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Single swivel desk chair, “Ama” model, adjustable height, made in steel and black synthetic fabric (vinyl), designed and produced by “VVV” - Ferrocolor in Barcelona, 1960. Seat heigh...
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Table Lamps Gold Acrylic Kuatra Spain perspex lamps Crystal a pair
By Karl Springer, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
end quality lamps
Colors: Gold and clear
Style Mid century, Hollywood Regency, Modern,
Design in the
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
Mid century leather and wood Spanish revival stool made in Mexico
By Artes De Mexico Internacionales, SA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century leather and wood Spanish revival stool made in Mexico. Light tan leather with dark
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
$840 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid.Century Modern Round Dining Room Table - Barcelona 1960
Located in Girona, Girona
walnut veneer. Very nice quality.
Barcelona, Spain c. 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Pere Cosp Iron And Leather Chair Mid Century Modern, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of mid-century modern design with the Pere Cosp Iron and
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Spanish Golden Rug with Modern Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
This vintage Spanish golden color rug features a modern traditional style. Displaying an allover
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Spanish Campaign Chairs, Spain 1950
s
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of folding campaign chairs in solid walnut imitating bamboo with solid brass hardware with original leather upholstery and nailhead details.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mid Century French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Mirror With Shelf, Spain, 1960s–70s
Located in Valencia, VC
French Riviera Style Rattan and Wicker Mirror with Shelf, Spain, 1960s–70s
Charming small wall
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Glass, Wood
$607 Sale Price
21% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass pendant lamp, circa 1960 Traditionally manufactured in France
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan
$631 Sale Price
55% Off
Small Mid Century Modern Style Metal Drinks Table with Pointed Feet
Located in Buchanan, NY
This unique small side table from Spain stands out with its round top enclosed in a rolled rim
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern sunburst brass pendant lamp, circa 1960
Traditionally manufactured in France.
By
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$614 Sale Price
66% Off
Antoni Tàpies Wool Carpet, Hand-Crafted, Mid-Century Modern, 1968
By Antoni Tàpies
Located in Hudson, NY
Antoni Tàpies wool carpet, this work is 1 from an edition of 6 hand made in 1968, by Maolo Millares and Carola Torres (1926-1972), signed in the upper left corer.
These were sold thr...
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Vintage Joan Miro Lithograph from 1968 Mid Century Modern Fine Art
By Joan Miró
Located in Rochester, NY
Joan Miro color plate lithograph from 1968, approximately 20 x 24"
Professionally framed, includes certificate on frame back.
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Modern Wood Architectural Piece, circa 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Discover a rare piece of Mid-Century Modern design with this Charlotte Perriand architectural piece
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-century Beech and Straw Armchairs Basque Spanish circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
Mid-century pair of open armchairs
Spanish from the Basque area, made circa 1940.
Beech and straw
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Gilt Iron Layered Leafed Flower Shaped Sunburst Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern gilt iron layered leafed flower shaped sunburst mirror.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Oversize Credenza in Solid Walnut - Minimalist Artisan Craft
Located in CAMBRE, ES
Oversize Walnut Credenza – Timeless Mid-Century Style, Handmade in Spain
Simplicity is one of the
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chestnut, Walnut
Mid-Century, Spanish Moorish Style Leather Lounge Chair with Oak Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Spanish Moorish style lounge chair. This chair has a sturdy, large oak frame with high
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Vintage 1960s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Schumacher Queen of Spain Mid-Century Black White Two-Sided 18" Cotton Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century design is one of our best-sellers. Introduced in 1963 and still fresh today, this
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Plate by Pablo Picasso, 1960
s
By Pablo Picasso
Located in New York, NY
three dimensions. Blending art and craft, it remains an enduring icon of 20th-century design and one of
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Spain 1960 Barcelona Mid Century Modernist Enameled Box In Wood And 915 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
the city of Barcelona during the post war and the mid century periods, back in the 1960. This
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Leaf
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Schumacher Queen of Spain Mid-Century Black White Two-Sided 22" Cotton Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century design is one of our best-sellers. Introduced in 1963 and still fresh today, this
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Traditional Spanish Rustic Ceramic Plate, Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
collection with this exquisite ceramic plate.
Material:
Ceramic
Manufactured in Spain, circa 1940
Category
Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$473 Sale Price
71% Off
Mid-Century Modern Round Dining Table in High-Gloss White Lacquer
Marquetry
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
An iconic XXL round dining table channeling Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern style. Features a
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Square Table with Curved Legs and White Top
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant mahogany coffee table with white top in style of Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
3 Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Slipper / Lounge Chairs, Pierre Lottier, 1940
By Pierre Lottier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Slipper, Fireplace or Lounge Chairs in dark green leather by French / Spanish designer
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,599 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Vanity Cabinet in Solid African Teak Wood, Handcrafted
Located in CAMBRE, ES
Mid-Century Modern Vanity Cabinet in Solid African Teak, Walnut-Stained Finish
Rooted in the golden
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp – Circa 1960, France
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Brass Pendant Lamp – Circa 1960, France
Bring a burst of vintage
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$581 Sale Price
30% Off
Cristina Puell Signed Mid-Century Modern Taupe-Gray Owl Sculpture
Located in Warrenton, OR
Cristina Puell Signed Mid-Century Modern Taupe-Gray Owl Sculpture
This is a very handsome sculpture
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone, Other
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Bamboo Love Seat or Sofa, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Nicely shaped rattan and bamboo frame. This wonderful Vintage Mid-Century Modern love seat or sofa
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bamboo
Mid-Century Modern Set of Bamboo and Bentwood Headboard and Two Nightstands
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern set of bamboo and bentwood headboard and two nightstands with parquetry drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Bamboo, Bentwood
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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 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.
- 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
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Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
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