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Large Robsjohn-Gibbings Dresser Secretary w Bookcase
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-century modern Robsjohn Gibbings walnut multifunction cabinet.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Silver Gilt Side Chair Style of Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Silver gilt side chair style of Robsjohn-Gibbings. Has a leather seat and curved backrest.
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of White Lacquer Gibbings for Widdicomb Dressers Bachelor Chests Brass Pull
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of iconic Mid-Century Modern bachelor chests dressers cabinets designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. Heavy solid brass ring drawer pulls.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings Feather Handle Endtables Nightstands
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Robsjohn Gibbings feather handle endtables nightstands. A more scarce model to come across.
Aged finish. Most likely will require refinishing.
Price is for the pair (2 Pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 4 Drawers Bachelor Chest
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chest with drop pulls. Excellent condition. Gorgeous light espresso wood finish. Gibbings Kagan decor match.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pewter
Pair of Mid-Century Robsjohn Gibbings Style Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This oversized pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature a two-tone design with green vinyl and decorative fabric. An attractive pair of arm chairs with removable cushions and tap...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Leather, Wood
travertine Top Horn Like Pillars Tripod Base Round Coffee Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern round floating travertine top coffee table. Horn like base solid mahogany elements and finish. Gibbing decor match and influence.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid Century Modern Dresser Double Oak Refinished Restored MINT
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American modernist dresser.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Sofa
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings attributed walnut sofa with sexy flared feet and double bowed front bottom edge. Yes, this piece will need to be reupholstered but that's what you designers ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Modern Parsons Endtables / Night stands attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Modern Parsons Endtables / Night stands attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings. Original black finish dating to the mid 20th century.
Tables are unmarked. Attributed to Robsjohn Gi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
Pair of Exposed Sculptural Legs Three Drawers Nightstands End Tables Stands
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern pair of sculpted legs night stands. Nice carved molding around the drawer faces along with the drawer pulls. Good size high quality craftsmanship cabinets looking ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Cushman Contemporary Mid Century Sever / Cabinet
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
. Manufactured in North Bennington Vermont by the H.T. Cushman company from their Cushman Contemporary Collection.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Craftsman Style Lounge Chair
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A perfect example of early mid century craftsmanship at it's finest. Constructed of solid maple wood with a beautifully angled back, large dowel joints and hand carved legs, no deta...
Category
20th Century Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Maple
Vintage Maple Colonial Revival Dining Table by Cushman
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Trenton, NJ
There’s a welcoming spirit to Cushman Colonial Creations furniture—an authenticity that comes from honest craftsmanship and the glow of real maple wood. This vintage dining table emb...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Unusual Solid Colonial Maple Gallery Top Side End Table One Drawer MINT
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Unusual Solid Colonial Maple Gallery Top Side End Table One Drawer MINT
Category
20th Century American American Colonial Night Stands
Materials
Maple
Cushman Colonial Creations Writing Desk
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Rare diminutive writing desk by the H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company circa 1930's. The desk
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Thomasville Sculptural
Arched
6 Drawer Tall Dresser Walnut
Olive Burl
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Thomasville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Olive, Walnut, Burl
Very Fine All Pegged Joints Solid Oak Dining Chairs Table Set MINT
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine All Pegged Joints Solid Oak Dining Chairs Table Set MINT
Table Dimensions:
35” x 66” x 29”
Chair Dimensions:
22” x 24” x 34”
Seat Height: 17”
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Sets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Cushman Colonial Chest attr. Peter Schuyler
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage four-drawer dresser from Cushman Furniture showcases the refined simplicity and enduring quality for which the company is known. Finished in a warm cherry tone, the dres...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
$756 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1960s Thomasville Sculptural
Acrhed
6 Drawer Tall Dresser Walnut
Olive Burl
By Thomasville, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Charleston, SC
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash, Walnut, Burl
Thomasville Sculptural
Arched
Pair of Wall Mirrors in Walnut
Olive Burl
By Thomasville, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Cushman Bar Harbor Colonial Creations Six Drawer Dresser model 5454
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Cushman Colonial Bar harbor six drawer chest of drawers, model 5454, in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition. The chest features two smaller drawers, over four large...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Rare Mid Century 1960s Teak Side Table by Moreddi Danmark
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Moreddi 1
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning midcentury modern design by Moreddi Danmark. This side table with a drawer is sturdy and sleek with minimalist notes that are timeless.
The table access a generous drawer ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage Maple Stool or Small Bench by Cushman Colonial Creations
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous original Cushman Colonial Creations maple stool or small bench. Soft edges and corners, warm wood stain and beautiful patina.
Original engraved tag under the seat.
Category
Vintage 1930s American American Craftsman Stools
Materials
Maple
Stamped circa 1815 Jennens
Bettridge Ebonsied Mother of Pearl Regency Chair
By Aaron Jennens
T.H. Bettridge
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
the base which reads T.H. Jennens London Patentee, this is a very early plaque and beautifully aged
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Bergere Chairs
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Pine
Pair of Cushman Furniture Co. Early American Carved Wood Captain
s Dining Chairs
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of Cushman Furniture Company carved wood early American style captains chairs (with arms). These sturdy wooden dining chairs complement the set of four dining chairs that are al...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$528 Sale Price
34% Off
1960s Cushman Furniture Rock Maple Chaise Lounge Chair
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Elkton, MD
Crafted from durable and high-quality rock maple, this chaise lounge is both sturdy and comfortable. The elegant design, with its sleek lines and smooth curves, makes it a timeless p...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Upholstery, Maple
$640 Sale Price
44% Off
Pair Cushman Colonial American Ladderback Cherry Side Chairs
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Cushman Colonial Creations American Classical Ladderback Cherry Side Chairs. Great vintage condition.
Measures 18" in width, 21" in depth and 33" in height, with 18" seat he...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Sculptural Solid Maple Carved Dining Chairs by Cushman Contemporary of Vermont
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Hudson, NY
Lovely solid hard rock maple chairs manufactured by Cushman of Vermont. These chairs are quite rare and from a small line produced by Cushman called "Cushman Contemporary. The sleek ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Maple
Exposed Sculptural Legs Walnut Three Drawers Two Doors Credenza Server Sideboard
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Tomlinson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid century exposed sculptural legs walnut three drawers two doors credenza server sideboard cabinet with caned front doors.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Country Style Brass
Colonial Maple Shaving Mirror Mint!
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country style brass & colonial maple shaving mirror mint!
Category
20th Century American Spanish Colonial Table Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Cherry, Maple
Rare Jennens
Bettridge Brimm Parcel Gilt Papier Mâché Hand Paint Pole Screen
By Aaron Jennens
T.H. Bettridge
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare Jenners & Bettrige Birmm London 19th century parcel gilt papier mâché pole screen with polychrome painted peacock panel and compress...
Category
Antique 1840s English Victorian Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Walnut
$1,677 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Classic Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Lounge Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Classic Mid-Century Modern bentwood lounge chairs by Thonet, stunning lines, extremely comfortable, rare high back version, retain original finish, well worn finish, leaving ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Bentwood
Pair Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Blond Mahogany 1 Drawer Shelf Night Stands Mint
By RWAY, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Art Deco Mid-Century Modern blond mahogany 1 drawer shelf night stands mint.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Dining or Card / Game Table By Samuel Marx in a Craquelure Finish
By Samuel Marx, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
A Vintage Card / Game Table Design By Samuel Marx. Uncertain to the exact age and maker. Looks to be a later 1970s/80s production by a different company than Quigley. Table bears no ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Materials
Wood
Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonised Walnut Long 6 Oak Drawers Dresser Credenza MINT
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gibbings for Widdicomb Ebonised Walnut Long 6 Oak Drawers Dresser Credenza MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Gibbings for Widdicomb Carved Walnut Plume Coffee Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco influenced walnut coffee table with carved plume supports by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pr. Mid Century Lounge Chairs in the style of Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
finish, and both need new cushions.
Offered and priced as a pair.
Total H 31" x Arm H 22" x Seat H 12
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
John keal chairs
By John Keal, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie chauffeuse par John Keal, attribuée parfois à Gibbings.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$5,696
Historic Casa Encatada Sofa by Robsjohn Gibbings for Pedersen Studios 1937
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Peterson Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
bolsters.
Designed around the time of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings’ collaboration with architect James Dolena on
Category
Vintage 1930s American Streamlined Moderne Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Sycamore
$37,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Thierry Despont Hyperion Floor Lamp in Figured Maple and Bronze
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Thierry Despont
Located in Hudson, NY
These incredible lamps were designed by renowned world designer Thierry Despont the 1990s. The quality and construction is of top grade.
The bodies are made from Of high density fig...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Slipper Lounge Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Fraser, MI
Slipper Lounge Chair.
Designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Category
Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Nightstands
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Hudson, NY
The pair of vintage nightstands, shown here, are designer by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
$2,880 / item
Mid Century Amoeba Free Form Glass Top Coffee Table w Sculptural Wood Base
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Isamu Noguchi
Located in New York, NY
later, but not new, brown paint finish. The thick glass (.75 in. ) top is in very good original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Art Deco Mid Century Modern Double Door Large Hardware Walnut Server Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Art Deco Mid Century Modern Double Door Large Hardware Walnut Server Cabinet MINT.
Sliver drawer double doors cabinet.
Inspected mint vintage condition.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Two Tier One Drawer Walnut End Side Table by John Stuart MINT
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Two Tier One Drawer Walnut End Side Table by John Stuart MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ultrasuede, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bachelor Three-Drawer Chest or Dresser MINT
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bachelor Three-Drawer Chest or Dresser MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Light Walnut Drop Leaf Expandable Dining Table, Three Leafs Boards
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
finish. Completely folded measures: 26x40x29"h. Leafs open measures: 58X40X29"h. Each one of the three
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Modern Rectangle Walnut Wall Mirrors by John Stuart MINT!
By John Stuart, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Modern Rectangle Walnut Wall Mirrors by John Stuart MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Fruitwood Frame Abstract Upholstery Slipper Lounge Chair Mint
By Paul McCobb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern fruitwood frame light walnut abstract upholstery slipper lounge chair mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern John Widdicomb Brutal Mirrors by John Stuart
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century brutal mirrors by John Stuart for John Widdicomb. Thin profile with iconic arched tips.
Curbside to NYC/Philly $450
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Henredon Solid Walnut Sculptural Two Tier One Drawer Step Side Table
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
match.
Measure: Lower top is 16" H.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
New Upholstery John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Couch
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New basket weave fabric upholstery Widdicomb sofa love seat slipper chair booth sofa. Black lacquer hardwood frame.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Two Doors Floating Base Small Petit Credenza Mint
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut two doors floating base small Petit Credenza mint.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Set of 6 Sabre Leg Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and Iconic set of 6 Mid Century Sabre Leg Dining Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Oval Walnut Square Tapered Legs Mid Century Modern Dining Conference Table Mint
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oval Walnut Square Tapered Legs Mid Century Modern Dining Conference Table MINT
One table leaf measuring 12'' across.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
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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.
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