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Mid-Century Swiss Table Lamp from Temde 1960s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
otherwise.
Additional information:
Materials: Plastic, Wood
Color: White
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Period
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Minilux Table Lamp, 1960s
By Baltensweiler AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
information:
Materials: Metal, Plastic
Color: Black
Styles: Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist
Country of Origin
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Swiss Space Age Wall or Ceiling Lamp from Temde, Switzerland
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare space age wall or ceiling light from the renowned manufacturer temde from switzerland
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Floor Lamp from Temde, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
: Mid-Century ModernMinimalist
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Mid-Century Swiss Screenprints
Colorsounds
by Karl Gertsner
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A collection of four original mid-20th Century shimmering op art screenprints from the series
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Prints
Materials
Acrylic, Paint
Mid-Century Space Age Modern Swiss Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Color: Red
Style:Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist
Period: 1960s
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Swiss Air DC-8 Chrome Plated Ashtray
By Buhler
Located in Weesp, NL
a perfect addition to any mid-century modern collection.
The centerpiece, the DC8 airplane model
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp by SLZ Team for Swiss Lamps, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
specified otherwise.
Additional information:
Material: Metal, Plastic
Color: Silver
Styles: Mid-Century
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp by SLZ Team for Swiss Lamps, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
otherwise.
Additional information:
Material: Metal, Plastic
Color: Silver
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Table Lamp from Megal, 1960s
By Megal AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist mid-century table lamp from the Swiss manufacturer Megal.
Cubic shapes run through this
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Tripod Table Lamp from SUB, 1960s
By Sub
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare, mid century table lamp with three -legged foot from the Swiss manufacturer Sub.
The design
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Eternit Sandbox (Sandkasten
by Willy Guhl, Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Bern, CH
Mid century minimalist concrete Sandbox planter by prominent Swiss interior architect and furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Minimalist Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
$659 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier wit 28 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier wit 28 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
A large mid-century chandelier made
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Willy Guhl Swiss Fiber Cement Tilt Planter - Mid-Century Modern
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in West Hollywood, CA
design objects. This piece reflects the enduring elegance of mid-century Swiss design and remains as
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cement
Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos III Mid Century Swiss Clock Caliber 526
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
. Powered by the famous caliber 526, this mid-century piece carries an approximate serial number around
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Glass and Metal Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
information:
Materials: Glass, Metal
Styles: Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Modern Golden Brass 8-Days Movement Desk Clock by LeCoultre
By LeCoultre
Cie 1, Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century Modern golden brass 8-days movement desk clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, Switzerland
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
Mid century modernist Swiss made floor lamp chrome with shade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern Swiss made chrome minimalist floor lamp with long narrow shade. Great Vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,250 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid Century Table Lamp by Temde Wood, Switzerland 1970s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in München, BY
Great vintage lamp by Temde, Switzerland 1960s. The solid wood lamp made of pine wood was
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
oil on board, nature morte, by Christian Zwahlen, mid-century, Switzerland
Located in London, Fitzrovia
oil on board, nature morte, signed Zwahlen.
sold without a frame
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Mid-Century Original Vintage Swiss Advertising Poster Piatti BASLER RABATTMARKE
By Celestino Piatti
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Piatti's distinctive style is characterised by clean lines, bold colours, and a profound sense of harmony. Whether he was creating book covers, posters, or corporate logos, his desig...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper, Linen
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Early Fun 4dm Pendant Light by Verner Panton for Lüber Switzerland
By Verner Panton, Lüber Swiss
Located in Miami, FL
Great chandelier from the early production. Bought from original owner.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Authentic Mid-Century Willy Guhl Cupcake Planter for Eternit – Swiss Design
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exceptional mid-century sculptural planter is an authentic “Cupcake” form by renowned Swiss
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Mid-century "Brilux" for Dunhill Brass Lift-Arm Table Lighter, Switzerland
By Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1950s Brilux for Dunhill Swiss brass lift-arm table lighter combines timeless elegance with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp from Temde, 1960s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
:
Materials: Metal, Plastic
Color: Cream
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Space Age Magnet Table Lamp 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
specified otherwise.
Additional information:
Materials: Metal, Plastic
Color: Cream
Styles: Mid-Century
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp from Temde, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
information:
Material: Glass, Metal
Color: Silver
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp from Belux, 1960s
By Belux
Located in Hamburg, DE
Styles: Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp from Temde, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
, Metal
Color: Ivory
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type: Vintage, Antique
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Space Age Magnet Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
otherwise.
Additional information:
Materials: Metal, Plastic
Color: Cream
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Monumental Willy Guhl Hand-Cast Cement Bowl Planter – Mid-Century Modern Swiss
By Willy Guhl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An iconic and generously scaled Willy Guhl concrete bowl planter, crafted in Switzerland circa mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cement
Original Vintage Swiss Travel Poster for Central Switzerland
Located in Reading, Berkshire
"Central Switzerland - Anytime Holiday Time" An Exquisite Swiss Travel Colour Photo Lithograph
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Mid-Century Swiss Minimalist Minilux Wall Lamp for Baltensweiler, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Styles: Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Pendant Lamp from Temde, 1960s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
, Plastic
Color: Black
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Item Type: Vintage, Antique
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pendant Lamp or Chandelier FUN 1DM by Verner Panton for Lüber, Switzerland 1960s
By Verner Panton, Lüber Swiss
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Gorgeous and original Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp or chandelier Fun 1DM. Designed by Verner
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Automaton Brass Cage with Moving and Singing Bird
Located in Dallas, TX
Switzerland, and built circa 1960, the cage is cylindrical in shape and sits on a painted wooden base
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Bird Cages
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp from Temde, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
.
Additional information:
Materials: Metal, Plastic
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume
Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a sleek Mid Century Modern wrist watch by Baume & Mercier. This Tank
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Xl Mid-Century Brass Chandelier with 40 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Brass Chandelier wit 40 lights, Switzerland 1960s.
A large mid-century chandelier made
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century Luxor Swiss 8-Day Movement Bronze Table Clock with Marine Motif
By Luxor
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century Modern Luxor Swiss 8-day movement bronze table clock with marine motif
By: Luxor
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Table Lamp from Temde, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
:
Material: Metal, Plastic
Color: Cream
Manufacturer: Temde
Bulb: without, 1x e14 socket
Styles: Mid-Century
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swiss Brass Minimalist Floor Lamp by Dieter Schulz, 1950s
By Dieter Schulz
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-century floor lamp from the Swiss manufacturer Wohnbedarf AG based on a design by Dieter Schulz
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic Chandelier by Trix
Robert Haussmann for Swiss Lamp International, 1960s
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, Swiss Lamps International
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare Atomic Chandelier by Trix & Robert Haussmann, designed for Swiss Lamp International. The piece
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s
By Stendig Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Sofa by Stendig, Switzerland, New Sheepskin Boucle, Mid Century Modern, Labeled.
A rare Mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Swiss Space Age Mushroom Floor Lamp from Temde, 1960s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
otherwise.
Additional information:
Materials: Glass, Metal
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair Stendig Arm Chairs, Switzerland, New Luxurious Boucle, Mid-Century Modern
By Charles Stendig, Stendig Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair Stendig arm chairs, Switzerland, New Sheepskin Boucle, Mid-Century Modern
A rare pair of
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Lumess Switzerland Chrome and Glass Desk Lamp
By Lumess
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautiful sleek and modern glass and chrome desk lamp manufactured in Switzerland by Lumess. This
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 2 Mid-Century Swiss Clamp Table Lamps from Swisslamps International
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
information:
Material: Metal, Plastic
Color: Black
Styles: Mid-Century Modern
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Müller Lucerne Studio Pottery Vase - Mid-Century Modern Swiss Ceramic
By Müller Luzern
Located in West Hollywood, CA
mid-century modern Swiss ceramic craftsmanship. The vase features a sleek cylindrical form with a hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Armin Wirth Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Swiss Stackable Chairs for Aluflex
By Arflex
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two Stackable Aluflex chairs designed by Armin Wirth
Manufactured by Aluflex, Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$2,080 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Pair of Mid-Century Swiss Weathered Concrete Saucer Planters by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Dallas, TX
the underside, they reflect the timeless elegance of mid-century Swiss design.
Willy Guhl (1915–2004
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Pair Mid century De Sede Ds 101 lounge chairs Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid century De Sede DS 101 low lounge chairs in dark brown leather with thick leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$4,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Heinrich Meister Mid Century Orig Large Tower Brutalist Vase, Switzerland
By August Heinrich Zinsmeister
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Switzerland, he is collected by museums and private collectors worldwide.
This beauty looks great with pussy
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Brutalist Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Space Age Swiss Minimalist Bulb Pendant from Temde, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
:
Material: Glass, Metal
Color: Silver
Styles: Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
De Sede Modular 7-Piece Mid-Century Leather Sofa in Black – Swiss Icon
By De Sede
Located in Oirlo, LI
which the Swiss brand is renowned. Designed in the spirit of true mid-century aesthetics, the piece
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare
Lovely Mid Century Modern Table Lamp by Belmag, Switzerland, 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare & lovely Mid Century Modern table lamp / bedside table light. Manufactured by Belmag
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
18th Century Swiss Made Secretaire
Located in Greven, DE
Antique secretary or chest of drawers
Switzerland
Yew, oak
second half of 18th century
Dimensions
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Swiss Baroque Secretaires
Materials
Oak, Yew
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Swiss Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic Swiss mid century available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and metal, every Swiss mid century was constructed with great care. Find 2541 options for an antique or vintage Swiss mid century now, or shop our selection of 61 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Swiss mid century, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A Swiss mid century, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made Swiss mid century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by De Sede, Willy Guhl and Eternit are consistently popular.
How Much is a Swiss Mid Century?
Prices for a Swiss mid century start at $24 and top out at $153,529 with the average selling for $3,496.
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 Swiss 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 is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs 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.
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