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Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mid-century fireplace, freestanding, Preway Mfg, wood or gas, Bright Red color
Located in Madison, WI
Fireplace, freestanding, mid-century, from Preway Mfg. Designed to burn wood or gas, inside your home or out. Original Sunshine Yellow porcelain enamel with pjping to reach 8 feet. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Enamel, Cut Steel

Design Chrome Fire Place Tools on Stand, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This fire place tools on stand is made of brass and lacquered iron. It has a nice design, very simple. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Chrome, Iron

Fire Screen in the Style of Rene Drouet Made to Order in Any Size
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Custom handmade scrolling curlique fire screen. May be custom ordered any size or finish. Our metal artisan can make anything in metal you desire, just give us a call. The depth bel...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal

Pair of Flame Brass Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style flame andirons are made of brass with wrought iron parts on the back. This is a French work. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass

Pair of Flame Brass Andirons
Pair of Flame Brass Andirons
$2,021 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Fireplace by Don bar, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Fireplace by Don bar, 1970s
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal

Black and White Lacquered Design Fire Place Tools on Stand, French, Circa 1980
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This design fire place tools on stand are made of black and white lacquered metal. This is a French work, circa 1980.
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Custom Handmade Steel Fireplace Screen with Brass Fittings
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Mid Century Modern Custom designed Steel Fireplace Screen with Brass Fittings made in our Old Plank Workshop. This style is very indicative of French 40's as well as Art Deco. We can...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass, Steel

Custom Handmade Steel and Brass Fireplace Screen in any Dimension or Finish
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Highly decorative painted steel and polished brass fireplace screen handmade by the artisans in our own Old Plank Workshop in Chicago. This beautiful fireplace screen can be customiz...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Steel

Stan Hawk Style Large Outdoor Fire Pit and Barbecue-Braizer
Located in Chicago, IL
Stan Hawk Style Large Outdoor Fire Pit and Barbecue-Braizer A Staple for Period Correct Mid-Century Modern Houses Made of cast iron steel Also, available and pictured smaller version...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel

Straordinario kit da Camino e Parascintille in ottone, Anni 70
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Straordinario kit da Camino e Parascintille in ottone, Made in Italy, Anni '70. Straordinario kit da Camino in ottone composto da una pinza per legna, una paletta, una scopa e uno st...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass

Mid-Century Brass Framed Tri-Fold Fire Screen
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century brass framed tri-fold fire screen with screen wire panels and geometric design. There are a few small holes in the screen wire. (Pictured)
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass

Brushed Stainless Tri-Fold Fireplace Screen
Located in Houston, TX
Hand fabricated stainless steel tri-fold fireplace screen with our standard #8 wire mesh backing and a brushed stainless finish. Dimensions are adjustable. Just let us know the space...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stainless Steel

Bolection Fireplace in Black Marble
Located in London, GB
An English moulded bolection fireplace in black marble. Based on a period original. An elegant shape. Modern. Please note that whilst the marble is largely pure black in color there ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Marble

Smoked Glass Folding Triptych glass Fire place screen 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beathiful triptych Glass Fireplace Screen with Bronze Hinges , Light Brown smoked Glass fire screen . Stunning piece . Very good condition .
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Smoked Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fire Tool Black Steel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a vintage mid-century modern fire tool in black steel. USA circa the 1960s. Maker information not available. Interesting custom modern design for the stand. ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Fontana Arte, Modernist Curved Blue Glass and Brass Fire Place Screen, Italy
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice curved fire place screen is made of a brass base and a blue curved glass screen. This is a work by famous Italian Designer Fontana Arte, circa 1970.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass

Large Circular Mid Century Log Holder
Located in Cordova, SC
For your consideration is a large log holder which is a metal composition and is painted in a black enamel. The log holder can hold quite a bit of wood. I’d guess enough to last at least a week in a wood burning stove...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal

Atelier Marolles Wrought Iron Animal Fire Screen 1950s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This wrought iron fire screen was produced by Atelier Marolles in France during the 1950s. The structure is composed entirely of hand-forged iron, featuring a rectangular frame suppo...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Glass and Chrome Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This design fireplace screen is made of glass with chrome feet. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Chrome

Glass and Chrome Fireplace Screen
Glass and Chrome Fireplace Screen
$2,200 Sale Price
25% Off
1950s French Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1950s solid brass French andirons.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass, Iron

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Representing a Stylized Nude Woman Signed Quellier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist cast iron fireback displays a nude woman with a scythe and ears of wheat. This piece is stamped and signed M Quellier? This is a French work, circa 1950.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Brass mirror Frame France Mid Century Fireplaces
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Old polished brass fireplace frame from the Bordeaux region (south west of France), mounted as a mirror from the 1940. Made in France. The mirror can be positioned vertically or ho...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass, Chrome

Brass Mirror Mid Century France
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Old polished brass fireplace frame from the Bordeaux region (south west of France), mounted as a mirror from the 1960s. Made in France. The mirror can be positioned vertically or...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass, Chrome

Yellow Mr. Meat Smoker Barbecue Grill / Cooker M.I.B.
Located in Highland, IN
This stunning, rare example of an early "Esquire" model #271 Mr. Meat Smoker is complete, unused, and in its original box. The design of this vertical charcoal four-in-one grill was ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern 4 Piece Chrome Frosted Lucite Fireplace Tool Set by Pace
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated fire tool set was realized by the esteemed American maker Pace Furniture Co. circa 1970. It features a central slender rectangular...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Chrome

Stylish Pair of Mid-Century Modern Andirons or Firebogs
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern andirons. Inspired by an opening flower, these heavy wrought iron andirons open up to reveal a polished hand hammered "floating" shiny ball. Nice ...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Wood, Iron and Brass Magazine Stand or Fireplace Log Rack
Located in North Miami, FL
This Mid-Century Modern vintage brass, wood and black iron magazine stand or rack and or log carrier for a fireplace is handsome and very utilitarian. it serves as a Dual purpose for...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Modernist Steel and Wrought Iron Andirons, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of steel and wrought iron. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Pair of Design Brushed Steel and Iron Andirons, Signed, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
Jean-Paul Créations. This pair of design andirons are made of brushed steel and iron. They are French, signed by Jean-Paul Créations, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron, Steel

Glass and Brass Design Fireplace Tools
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This design fireplace tools are made of brass on a glass stand with brass feet. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Large Arts Craft Andirons, USA 1920 s
Located in New York, NY
Cast Iron andirons made from torch cut steel plate and industrial gears
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Cut Steel, Iron

Modernist Art Deco Inspired Nickel and Brass Andirons, Manner of Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Handmade by artisans in New York state, this pair of modernist andirons embody the old world craftsmanship and design aesthetic of a bygone era. Each andiron offers a solid rectiline...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Nickel, Brass

Pair of Flame Brass Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style flame andirons is made of brass and iron. This is a Frenchw work, circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Pair of Flame Brass Andirons
Pair of Flame Brass Andirons
$1,976 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Mid Century Modern Starburst Etched Glass Bronze Karl Springer Fireplace Screen
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Fabulous Mid Century Modern Starburst Etched Glass And Bronze Hardware Legs Fireplace Screen In The Style And Manner Of Karl Springer, Manufactured By :Stone Manufacturing Co. Sta...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass

Pair of Modernist Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the style of Jacques Adnet. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Modernist Bronze and Wrought Iron Andirons, Italian, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of modernist andirons is made of bronze and wrought iron andirons. This is a very interesting Italian design, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Pair of Modernist Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons by Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work by Raymond Subes. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Fleurs de Lys Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Fleurs de Lys andirons are made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Brass Andirons in the Style of Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of brass and wrought iron. This is a French work in the style of famous French designer Raymond Subes. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Fireplace tool set belle époque style XX
Located in Cantù, IT
Fireplace tool set belle époque style XX
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Pair of Modernist Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Pair of Tall Wrought Iron Andirons showing a Snail
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of tall andirons showing a snaill is made of wrought iron. This is an exceptional wrought iron work. This is a French work in the style of Edou...
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Early 1900s French Antique Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Modernist Steel and Wrought Iron Flame Andirons, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist flame andirons is made of steel and wrought iron. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel, Iron

Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Flat Key Andirons, French, Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of flat key andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

Stan Hawk Style Fire Pit
Located in Chicago, IL
Stan Hawk Style Fire Pit, Cast Iron Bowl with steel legs Also pictured and sold separately Larger Fire Pit Dimensions: 11.25" high 24.25" diameter
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Stan Hawk Style Fire Pit
Stan Hawk Style Fire Pit
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Irving Harper Fire Starter by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Irving Harper under George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller c. 1950s, USA. The footed cast iron pot features a coiled-handle and white firing stone that shows minimal ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Pair of Cast Iron and Brass Chenets, 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of cast iron and brass Chenets, 1960's design. Measures: H: 29 cm, W: 40 cm, D: 16 cm.
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Brass, Iron

G. Poillerat Style Handmade Fire Screen Available in Any Size
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Striking Mid-Century Modern Custom Handmade Fireplace Screen in the style of Poillerat and built to your specifications. The one shown here is in stock and available for immediate de...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Four-Piece Lucite and Chrome Fire Tool Set
Located in New York, NY
This refined Mid-Century Modern four piece fireplace tool set was realized in the United States, circa 1970. It includes a shovel, brush, and poker all in lustrous polished chrome wi...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Chrome

Set of Quality Mid Century Modern Brass Fireplace Tools
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of Quality Mid Century Modern Brass Fireplace Tools
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Travertine Coffee Table By Willy Ballez
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Brutalist Travertine Coffee Table By Willy Ballez
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Travertine

Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons by Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of wrought iron and cast iron. This is a French work by Rfamous designer aymond Subes. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Modernist Wrought Iron Belt Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons representing a belt is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Wrought Iron

Lacquered Metal Design Fireplace Tools
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This design fireplace tools are made of lacquered metal. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal

Vintage Trivet Replica of 1960s Fireback.
Located in Seattle, WA
Makers Sticker on the Back Show the Cultural Significance of this Item. Welding Marks Shows Age of the Item. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 6 W ; 1 D...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal

California Modern Barbecue or Brazier by Stan Hawk for Hawk House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A three-legged iron barbecue or fire pit by Stan Hawk for his company Hawk House. A Case Study Program-approved design, the fire barbecue gave modernist form...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Metal, Iron

Marble Sculptural Chimney
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Marble sculptural chimney by the French artist Jean Frederic Bourdier. Unique handmade crafted piece signed by the artist. Estremoz marble.
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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Marble

Modernist Steel and Brass Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist 3 panels fireplace screen is made of steel with steel grilling and brass bowls. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels

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Steel

Mid-century Modern fireplaces and mantels for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern fireplaces and mantels for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage fireplaces and mantels created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, mirrors, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern fireplaces and mantels made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original fireplaces and mantels, popular names associated with this style include Maison Jansen, Adrian Pearsall, Raymond Subes, and Stan Hawk. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for fireplaces and mantels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $475 and tops out at $55,000 while the average work can sell for $2,582.

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