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Israeli Mid-Century Lapid Sgraffito Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Israeli Mid-Century Lapid Sgraffito Glazed Ceramic Vase /Jar (companion pieces REG4743A-M)
Category
Mid-20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Mid-Century Glazed Ceramic Lotus Vase
Located in Astoria, NY
Japanese Mid-Century Modern glazed ceramic vase in lotus shape, stamped with mark on the bottom
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Italian Mid-Century Green Art Glass Bud Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century Italian bulbous-shaped art glass bud vase with a tapered neck, a light blue rim and a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-Century Modern Vase
Located in Miami, FL
Small midcentury vase, signed. Most likely from Japan.
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
French Mid-20th Century Ceramic Vase, Olive Green Colored Ceramic Vase
Located in Miami, FL
French Mid-Century modern ceramic vase. Signed and dated 1958.
This hand-crafted ceramic vase is
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Terracotta Vase, Etruscan Style, 1950s
By Bitossi, Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Valencia, VC
Mid-Century Italian Terracotta Vase, Etruscan-Inspired, circa 1950s
A very elegant and strikingly
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Terracotta
Mid Century turned wood vase
Located in Bern, CH
Beautiful large decorative mid century turned wood vase. With removable metal insert. Origin
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Black Chinese Vase, China, mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Black chinese porcelain vase realized in the id-20th Century.
Very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Mid Century Pink Ceramic Embossed Floral Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian mid century pink ceramic embossed floral vase
Italy, mid century
This precious vase
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Weed Pot Vase
By Doyle Lane
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a stunning mid century weed pot in the style of Doyle Lane. The vase is glazed and has a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century West German Vase
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century West German Glazed Pottery Vase.
This handsome West German glazed pottery vase has
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Silver Vase, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Silver vase is a precious decorative object realized in the mid-20th century.
Very refined vase
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Vases
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,245 Sale Price
25% Off
Three Rosenthal Porcelain Vases, Mid-20th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Three Rosenthal porcelain vases. Mid-20th century.
Largest measures: 10 x 5.5 cm.
In excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century German Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Chinese Imari Baluster Vase
By Imari Porcelain
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous vintage Chinese Imari porcelain vase with a floral design in the traditional Imari
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Mid Century Steuben Palace Vase
By Steuben Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Mid Century Steuben 8.5 inch Palace Vase.
Made by the renowned and highly
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Crystal
Mid 20th Century Black Marble Vase
Located in New York, NY
A black marble vase, hand-carved in India, circa 1960.
18 inches tall, 7.5 inches diameter
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Anglo-Indian Vases
Materials
Marble
$720 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Murano Vase
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Murano multi-color vase.
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Scandinavian Mid-Century White Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century tapered white case glass vase with a cylindrical neck
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Mid-Century White Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century tapered white case glass vase with a cylindrical neck
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Scandinavian Mid-Century Blue Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century tall tapered cylindrical blue case glass vase
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Hand-Blown Glass Flower Vase
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-century hand-blown glass flower vase was created by the master glass crafters of Venice, Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Scandinavian Mid-Century Yellow Glass Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Scandinavian Mid-Century yellow case glass vase with a low round design
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century White Porcelain with Embedded Seashells Rectangular Vase
Located in Queens, NY
German Mid-Century rectangular porcelain vase with embedded seashells and a textured exterior
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ash
West German Mid-Century Red Hourglass Form Ceramic Vase
Located in Queens, NY
West German Mid-Century hourglass-form ceramic vase with deep red glaze and a black tinged rim
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Handmade Glass Vase, 20th Century
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Handmade Glass Vase, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969.
Additional
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Murano Glass Controlled Bubble Vase Venetian Mid Century
Located in Rochester, NY
made Venice, Italy. Mid 20th century.
not signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Very important XL Enameled Ceramic Mid-Century Vase Signed
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This XL Enameled Ceramic Mid-Century Vase is a remarkable piece that will elevate any space with
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta, Stoneware
Italian Mid-Century Bitossi Brown and Yellow Ceramic Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage Italian Mid-Century footed ceramic vase with cylindrical body and neck, glazed stripe
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Vase
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Vases, Liguria/Genoa, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of off-white Italian marble vases on baluster-shaped feet above square bases. The lower third
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Vases
Materials
Marble
$5,576 / set
French Mid Century Modern Accolay Vase
By Accolay Pottery
Located in New York, NY
French Mid Century ceramic vase featuring a speckled ombre effect glaze in blues and burnt orange
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Blenko Style Vase
By Blenko Glass
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional mid century art glass vase. Attributed to Blenko. Classic bottle shape with a flared
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Blown Glass
Very Large Mid-Century Modern Vase / Piece
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Very large & vibrant color Mid-Century Modern West Germany glazed ceramic decorative vase / piece
Category
Vintage 1960s German Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Green Vase by Strehla, italy, mid-20th Century
By Strehla
Located in Roma, IT
Green vase with flower engraving in glass is an object realized in the mid-20th century by Strehla
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Vases
Materials
Glass
Round Mid-Century Ceramic Vase, Studio Pottery Vase Signed
By Gerhard Liebenthron
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century studio pottery ceramic vase, signed
This hand-crafted ceramic vase is small in scale
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$784 Sale Price
20% Off
Whitefriars Mid-Century Controlled Bubble Amber Glass Vase
By Whitefriars
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish and finely made mid-century amber glass vase with controlled bubble patterning by
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Vase by Beit Hayotser
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous and rare Mid-Century Modern period glazed ceramic art pottery vase
By Beit-Hayotser
Category
Mid-20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Marius Bessone Vallauris Mid-Century Sculptural Art Pottery Vase
By Marius Bessone
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish and unusual French mid-century organic sculptural lava glazed vase by renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Marius Bessone Vallauris Mid-Century Sculptural Art Pottery Vase
By Marius Bessone
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish and unusual French mid-century organic sculptural lava glazed vase by renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi Large Mid Century Blue Flavia Vase
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Aldo Londi Large Mid Century Remini Blue Flavia Vase Bitossi Italian
Motelupo, Italy
Hand thrown
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Vases
Materials
Pottery
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy Vase
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning and vibrant, 19 cm high, jug vase with sgrafitto and hand-painted colored glossy pattern
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Strehla Blue Vase, Germany, Mid-20th Century
By Strehla
Located in Roma, IT
Strehla blue vase is an original glass vase realized in the 1960s by VEB Sachsen Strehla
Very
Category
Mid-20th Century German Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Minimalist Vase, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Minimalist Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969.
Additional
Category
20th Century Minimalist Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Vase
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Vase, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969.
Additional
Category
20th Century Brutalist Vases
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Floor Vase
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A lovely accent for just about any room-- use this to display greenery/ tall floral or just as a conversation piece all on it's own. Olive green-- pineapple, diamond or grenade motif...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Murano Peach Vase
By Ars Murano
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful peach colored Murano vase. Color is more peachy than the photo shows.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century Swedish Alingsas Vase
By Alingsås Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Beautiful hand carved vase with graphic pattern. Stamped and signed under base.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mancioli Italian Mid-Century Hand Painted Art Pottery Vase
By Mancioli Pottery
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A typically stylish mid-century Italian art pottery ceramic vase by the Mancioli Pottery and dating
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Robert Maxwell Weed Pot Vase
By Robert Maxwell
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Cute little weed pot by Robert Maxwell. This tiny vase has a stamp that says, Robert Maxwell
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Mid Century Ceramic Majolica Parrot Vase - Japan
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A small mid-century modern ceramic bird motif vase. This petite vessel features a bird perched upon
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Stylish Sixties Vase
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Sixties vase, soft pastel colors on a ceramic on a pale ceramic background. Very good condition, no
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Minimalist Glass Vase, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Minimalist Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Blue Minimalist Vase, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Blue Minimalist Vase, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969.
Additional
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Minimalist Glass Vase, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Minimalist Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Scandinavian Glass Vase, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
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For thousands of years, vases and vessels have had meaningful functional value in civilizations all over the world. In Ancient Greece, ceramic vessels were used for transporting water and dry goods, holding bouquets of flowers, for storage and more. Outside of utilitarian use, in cities such as Athens, vases were a medium for artistic expression — pottery was a canvas for artists to illustrate their cultures’ unique people, beliefs and more. And pottery skills were handed down from fathers to sons.
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Questions About Vase 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
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