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Industrial Bauhaus Black Enamel Pendant Lamp, 1930s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
period of Bauhaus. White enamel inside the shade. Cast iron top. New porcelain socket for E 27/ E26
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Enamel, Iron

Industrial Bauhaus Black Enamel Pendant Lamp, 1930s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
period of Bauhaus. White enamel inside the shade. Cast iron top. New porcelain socket for E 27 lightbulbs
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Enamel, Iron

Bauhaus MR 10 Side Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Stendig, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Stendig Co.
Located in Detroit, MI
1977 and the Design Center Stuttgart Award in 1978. These iconic Bauhaus cantilever chairs feature
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Blue Enamel Industrial Pendant Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Industrial light in Bauhaus style made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s.It
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Enamel, Iron

Christian Dell Brass Table Lamp 6631 Desk Lamp by Kaiser Idell Bauhaus, Germany
By Christian Dell, Kaiser Idell
Located in Krefeld, DE
Original brass Christian dell desk lamp model 6631 Luxus / president for Kaiser Idell, Germany. Solid brass shade, arm and rim. Arm and shade adjustable. With E26/27 Edison screw soc...
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20th Century German Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Brass

American Mid-Century Bauhaus Style L Shaped Bedside Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Bauhaus style "L" shaped chrome plated bedside lamp
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Czech Bauhaus Chrome Flower Stand Made Out of Oak, Lacquered, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This flower stand with a frame of bent steel tube and lacquered oak shelves, was made in the 1930s in the Czech Republic. Original chromium plating in perfect original condition. ...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Grey Metal Industrial Desk Lamp, Bauhaus Style, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Grey Metal Industrial Desk Lamp, Bauhaus Style, 1950s, Germany Lampshade is in good condition and
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Bauhaus B33 Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, Italy 60s, Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 chairs B33 designed by Marcel Breuer in dark brown leather. Produced by Gavina in the 60s. They are in good vintage condition with minor traces of age, as visible on photos.
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A rare and exquisite hanging lamp featuring a unique combination of opal and clear glass, crafted in Germany. The lamp showcases a distinctive mushroom-shaped shade, inverted to crea...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Aluminum

Bauhaus table lamp WG 24 by Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Bauhaus table lamp WG 24 by Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld
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1970s German Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

21 Piece Collection of German Bauhaus Pottery by KMK / manner of Otto Lindig
By Karlsruhe
Located in Chicago, IL
21 Piece Collection of German Pottery in the manner of Otto Lindig. Produced by KMK (Kunstkeramik Manufaktur Krösselbach) SIGNED KMK on some of the pieces Please request additiona...
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20th Century German Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Pottery

Pair Made Italy Bauhaus Style Bistro Café Chairs Chrome Cane Seat After Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Bauhaus style made in Italy after Thonet chrome frame with wood & cane seat bistro
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Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Bauhaus Vintage off White Metal Wood Table Lamp TL 322 Christian Dell, 1933
By Christian Dell
Located in Vienna, AT
Bauhaus vintage ivory colored table lamp designed by Christian Dell 1933 and produced by Koranda
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

German Model D51 Fagus Armchair with Bauhaus Pattern Cushion
By Walter Gropius
Located in Hamburg, DE
from the 1920s. Here in the rare version with black and white striped upholstery with bauhaus pattern
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20th Century German Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wood

Sleek Bauhaus "B10" Table Set by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Chromcraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
vintage set. At its heart is the iconic "B10" Table, designed by Marcel Breuer—a pioneer of the Bauhaus
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Erich Dickmann Bauhaus Stool, Rush Solid Oak, 1940s, Germany
By Erich Dieckmann
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Elegant and minimalistic BAUHAUS stool with beautiful handcrafted details by Erich Dieckmann made
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Oak

1940s Bauhaus Streamline chrome plated tubular steel armchairs with table
Located in Berlin, DE
furniture design, uniting Bauhaus-inspired functionalism with the dynamic elegance of the Streamline era.
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1940s German Streamlined Moderne Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
and craftsmanship. The teachers and students of the Bauhaus used metal in the furniture industry
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1950s Brutalist Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Czech Bauhaus Chrome Flower Stand Made Out of Chrome Plated Steel, 1950s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This flower stand with a frame of bent steel tube and plastic flower pots, was made in the 1950s in the Czech Republic. Original chromium plating in perfect original condition. So...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Classic Art Deco, Bauhaus Tubular Chrome Lounge Chair
By Kem Weber, lloyd manufacturing co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Art Deco, Bauhaus tubular chrome lounge chair. Cantilever chrome frame, recently
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Bauhaus Étagères by Robert Slezák and Arnošt Beck, Birch Wood, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
classic Bauhaus design elements. Elements of this style are neutral colors and occasional bright primary
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome, Steel

Carpet developed at Johannes Itten s design course at the Bauhaus in Weimar
Located in Firenze, IT
alla Bauhaus di Weimar nel 1920. Non potendo essere attribuito con certezza a Itten in quanto non
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1980s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wool, Cotton

Bauhaus Style Desk Lamp Attributed to Karl Trabert
By Karl Trabert
Located in New York, NY
Bauhaus student, Karl Trabert. Height is variable according to position of the stem arm and shade.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome, Steel

Chrome Bauhaus Robert Slezák 3-Seat Sofa, 1940s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of chrome, fabric - Original upholstery - Dimensions of mattress: W 185cm x D 83cm - Good, original condition.
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1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Bauhaus Double Opal and Frosted Glass Shade Ceiling Lamp from Doria, 1940s
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Commercial size pendant measuring 24" wide. Large glass shade of frosted glass and milk glass lamp shade. Brushed aluminium stem, ceiling cap and fitter. Shade hangs off tripod wire ...
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1940s Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome, Nickel

Original Midcentury Bauhaus Rigituelle Mategot Style Mirror, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
fantastic mirror has a diameter of 45cm. straightforward and minimalistic design of the Bauhaus design era
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Bauhaus Tan Vinyl and Chrome Settee
Located in Houston, TX
made of chrome plated tubular steel quintessential to the bauhaus design. The seat and backrest are
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Bauhaus Chrome Bent Tube Black and White Upholstery Bench
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier, Marcel Breuer
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus black and white Naugahyde upholstery bench. Mies van der Rohe, Le
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Vintage Berber Moroccan Rug with Bauhaus Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
21664 vintage Berber Moroccan rug with Bauhaus style 04'10 x 07'08. Showcasing an abstract
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Tulu Bauhaus Rug with Checkerboard Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
its Modern Bauhaus style and displaying a hard edge painting style, graphic color block pattern, bold
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Tulu Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wool

1960s Bauhaus Umbrella Stand Style of Hermès Paris
By Hermès
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s. Bauhaus Modernist design from Germany. Wear consistent with age and use. Original unrestored
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Bauhaus Brass Ceiling Lamp by Kaiser Co, 1950s, Germany
By Kaiser and Co
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking Bauhaus ceiling lamp, crafted by Kaiser & Co. in the 1950s, is a perfect embodiment
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Brass

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Bauhaus, 1930s Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Bauhaus Classic from the 1930s. Black enamel Industrial hanging lamp. Cast iron top. White interior
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Bauhaus 1930s Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Bauhaus Classic from the 1930s. Black enamel industrial hanging lamp. Cast iron top. White interior
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Enamel, Iron

Mid Century Modern Mixed Metals Bauhaus Styled Tall Table Lamp
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant tall mixed metal table lamp. Brass & aluminum in the style of the Bauhaus. In
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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

Midcentury Bauhaus Desk Table Lamp Black Enameled Metal, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Bauhaus desk or table lamp in steel with black enameled metal shade (inside white), from the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Brass, Metal

Bauhaus table lamp WG 24 by Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld
By Tecnolumen, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Hannover, DE
It's a Wagenfeld lamp "WG24" from Tecnolumen with a glass base, glass tube, and metal dome, and it's from the first series. An absolute rarity! Only the first lamps produced had a me...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Blown Glass

Art Deco Modernist Wall Mirror - Octagonal Silver Metal - Bauhaus Design - 1940s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
/ Bauhaus wall mirror. Octagonal clean lines. Highly characteristic of the Art Deco / Bauhaus period, both
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal, Silver

1950s Bauhaus German Casala Sled Chair Karl Nothelfer Prouve Style
By Karl Nothelfer
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Bauhaus German Sled Vintage Chair design by Karl Nothelfer for Casala
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wood

unique brutalist TIKI STYLE cubic PINE WOOD Magazine Holder, Germany 1970s
By Bauhaus, Mathieu Matégot, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
and in a very minimalist design, which remembers of Bauhaus and DeStijl design. the magazine holder
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Late 20th Century Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Marguerite Wildenhain pottery / stoneware vase/ vessel signed . Bauhaus artist
By Pond Farm, Marguerite Wildenhain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful master work for the German, Bauhaus artist ceramic/ pottery vase Marguerite Wildenhain
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
and craftsmanship. The teachers and students of the Bauhaus used metal in the furniture industry
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1950s Brutalist Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Restored Bauhaus or Art Deco Chrome and Glass Chandelier, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
An exquisite chandelier from Czechoslovakia dating to the 1940s, featuring hallmarks of Bauhaus and
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome, Iron

Vintage Midcentury Art Deco Cubist Bauhaus Style Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Art Deco rug was handmade in Turkey, circa mid-20th century. It is in the style of Zeki Muren, a multidisciplinary Turkish artist, known for his bold, geometric, and whi...
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1960s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wool

Bauhaus Childrens`Bentwood Rocking Chair Brockhage Andrä Era, Germany, 1950s
By Roland Rainer, Hans Brockhage Erwin Andrea
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and cute little Bauhaus rocking chair for children. Made in Germany in the 1950s, in
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Wood, Bentwood

Industrial Swivel Chair by Ama Elastik – 1950s Vintage Bauhaus Design
Located in Hannover, DE
distinct character — and this piece is no exception. Blending Bauhaus simplicity with a Brutalist edge
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

Materials

Beech

French Anthracite Grey Industrial Bauhaus Desk Lamp by Jumo, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very early large model 210 from Jumo France. Vintage industrial Bauhaus lamp with base and
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Italian Bauhaus armchair chromed metal structure and light brown fabric, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Bauhaus armchair chromed metal structure and light brown fabric, 1940s Armchair with
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1940s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Bauhaus Era Minimalist Modernist Cognac Saddle Leather Lounge Chair Armchair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
references to Erich Dieckmann and the Bauhaus Era. Walnut laquered frame and beautiful vegetal cognac saddle
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Walnut

Vintage Italian Enameled Tole and Brass Desk Lamp 1960s Bauhaus
By Louis Kalff, Philips, Stilnovo
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage 1950s Italian Enameled Tole and Brass Desk Lamp, Bauhaus Style. This exquisite vintage
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

Original Vintage Advertising Poster Bauhaus Exhibition Royal Academy Of Arts
By Herbert Bayer
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for 50 Years Bauhaus German Exhibition held from 21 September
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1960s British Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Paper

Mid Century Bench Stool, Turquoise Blue Dedar Plushy Velvet, Bauhaus, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Modernist Bauhaus - Art Deco chrome foot stool. Completely restored, new upholstery, cleaned
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Chrome

Mid-Century Bauhaus Cantilever Chair – Black Leather, Attributed to Mart Stam
Located in Hannover, DE
Mid-Century Bauhaus Cantilever Chair in Black Leather, Attributed to Mart Stam, 1980s Elegant mid
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

Materials

Metal

Modernist Cast Iron Teapot – Minimal Bauhaus Style, France 1940s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Franz Hagenauer
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Modernist Cast Iron Teapot – Minimal Bauhaus Style, France 1940s Unique vintage cast iron teapot
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal, Iron

Original Vintage Art Exhibition Poster Bauhaus Chicago Illinois Herbert Bayer
By Herbert Bayer
Located in London, GB
Original vintage exhibition poster for 50 Years Bauhaus held from 25 August to 26 September 1969
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1960s German Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Paper

KAISER Idell Table Lamp, 6786, Black, Bauhaus, Mid-Century, Germany
By Kaiser Idell
Located in Berlin, BE
One of three absolutely classic table lamps from the early mid-century. The offer is for the black one, which is in good condition with clear signs of use. They are documented on the...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bauhaus Furniture

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Metal

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Vintage Bauhaus Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of vintage bauhaus furniture you’re looking for. An item from our selection of vintage bauhaus furniture — often made from metal, chrome and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of vintage bauhaus furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of vintage bauhaus furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of vintage bauhaus furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Marcel Breuer, Christian Dell and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Bauhaus Furniture?

Prices for a piece of vintage bauhaus furniture start at $1 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $1,452.
Questions About Vintage Bauhaus Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Many believe that vintage furniture is worth it. Vintage pieces can offer unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless beauty while making living spaces more unique. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage furniture is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a range of vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify vintage furniture, you'll need to determine if its production year was 20 to 99 years ago. One way to do so is to research your piece. Start by finding maker's marks and looking them up on trusted online resources. Once you know the maker, you can then learn more about its history and offerings to get a rough idea of the approximate age of your item. Another option is to ask a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer to date your furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of vintage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To know if your Drexel furniture is vintage, examine its serial number, which you will usually find in a hidden spot, such as beneath a tabletop or on the back or bottom of a casegood. By cross-referencing this number with information available on trusted online resources, you should be able to estimate the year of production. Drexel furniture produced more than 20 years ago would qualify as vintage. If you need assistance with dating your piece, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify Thomasville furniture, look for the maker's mark, usually found in a discreet place, such as under a seat or tabletop or on the base or back of casegoods. Thomasville typically stamped pieces with its wordmark, which may read "Thomasville Chair Company" or "Thomasville Furniture," depending on the age of your piece. To find out more about your piece, you can conduct research using trustworthy online resources. If you need help with identification, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Thomasville furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage wicker furniture, first try looking for a maker's marking, usually found under tabletops or seats. If you find a marking, you can use trusted online resources to determine which company or artisan crafted your furniture. Then, you can read further to determine when they were active and producing pieces like yours. To be vintage, your furniture must be at least 20 but no more than 99 years old. If you don't see a marking or have trouble conducting research, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. Find an assortment of vintage wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Lane furniture, examine your piece in search of its date code. Most Lane furniture displays a series of numbers that tells you when it was made when read in reverse. For example, a piece that reads “2971120” would be “02 11 79,” indicating that Lane crafted it on February 11, 1979. To be considered vintage, a Lane furnishing must be at least 20 years old. For further assistance with making an identification, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Lane furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify vintage patio furniture, start with the maker's markings. You will usually find stamps, tags or labels with the maker's name in hidden places, such as under seats and tabletops. By comparing the marking with images shared by trusted online resources, you can learn who produced your patio furniture. Then, you can continue your research to find out more about the style name, year of production and other characteristics. Typically, patio furniture must be at least 20 years old and no more than 99 years old to be categorized as vintage. For help with the identification process, turn to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a large collection of vintage patio furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To identify vintage Woodard patio furniture, look for the maker's markings. On three-piece sets, you'll typically find paper labels that bear the brand name underneath the cushions. Sofa and chair frames may also feature welded-on metal labels bearing the brand name. For wrought iron pieces, check the frame for an embossed "Woodard" mark. Once you find the markings, you can use trusted online resources to determine a rough idea of the age of your piece. Anything produced more than 20 years ago, but less than a century ago, is vintage. Pieces more than 100 years old are antique, while those made within the last two decades are contemporary. If you're unable to locate any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identification and dating. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Woodard furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To find out how much vintage furniture is worth, look at the history of sale prices for comparable pieces on trusted online platforms. You can begin your research by determining the maker of your furniture. Since the condition of your furniture will also impact its value, you may also wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJuly 30, 2024
    One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece.

    Walter Lamb’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green, Russell Woodard, Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.

    In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age.

    Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.