Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
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
- 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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Ate van Apeldoorn Style Rectangular Dark Toned Pine Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Ate van Apeldoorn style rectangular, heavy pine planter with age appropriate wear and time-earned, attractive patina. Heels added by previous owner but in otherwise overa...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine
Vintage Mid Century Iron Garden Patio Dining Table att. to Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Stylish vintage mid century garden, patio, poolside cafe style dining table constructed of tubular metal, cast iron, and metal mesh. The table features a center hole designed to h...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Hans Kögl Gilded Metal Planter with Leaves, Germany, 1970s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Sculptural standing planter in gilded metal by Hans Kögl, crafted in Germany during the 1970s. This piece features an ornate composition of curved leaves wrapping gracefully around t...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Plexiglass Pedestal/Columns/Base/Legs
By TOP line
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-century Italian plexiglass and metal pedestal/columns/base/legs.
Can be used as a base for table or console.
Heavy and solid.
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
$4,053 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Spanish Brutalist Umbrella Stand in Gilt Iron, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Brutalist round gilt iron umbrella stand or planter with bubbles texture.
Spain, 1950s-1960s
Rare find.
This eye-catching umbrella stand or plant stand was handcrafted in iro...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal
no 1 of 2 - rectangular 39" mid century fiber cement PLANTER willy guhl era
Located in Mannheim, DE
Rectangular planter made of stone grey fiber cement. Marked Fulgurit. Matches perfectly to the famous Willy Guhl Spindel planter.
Decade of...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Antique Italian Yard or Garden Majolica Statue, 1910s or Older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural statue. This character statue has been made probably in Italy, in the 1910s or older. Absolutely gorgeous item with lots of character and still i...
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1910s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Earthenware
Pair of Ivan Kristufek Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Circular Pattern Glass Tiles
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Ivan Kristufek Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Op art circular pattern glass tiles with lenticular circular pattern centered with a shaded background (PRICED AS PAIR)
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass
Pair of Ivan Kristufek Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Art Wave Pattern Glass Tiles
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Ivan Kristufek Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Op Art glass tiles with blurred lenticular wave pattern (PRICED AS PAIR)
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Art Glass
Large Round Metal Garden Dining Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
This classically styled table base will look stunning in any setting, from an elegant terrace to an intimate veranda or a welcoming porch. This heavy duty table features a metal base...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large Straw and Bamboo Woven Chair Italy 1940s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Large Italian Garden Peacock Armchair made in the 1940s or so entirely by hand by skilled Craftsmen now gone.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Straw
$2,353 Sale Price
30% Off
Restored Rare 14 Piece Méandre Outdoor Patio Set by Walter Lamb for Pacific Iron
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This expansive 14-piece patio set, crafted by designer Walter Lamb for Pacific Iron Products Co in Los Angeles, features his iconic wave motif adorning each table and chair base. The...
Category
1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$29,999 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Four French Midcentury Rectangular Iron Garden Plant Pot Shelves or Stands
By ManuFrance
Located in London, GB
Four individual French midcentury rectangular iron water fall garden, green house or patio plant pot shelves or decorative stands. Can be used inside o...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Gainey Planters in Satin Black Glaze, California Architectural Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of two architectural pottery planters finished in satin black glaze. Signed Gainey on the bottom. Made in California in 1960s.
This items pair perfectly with our Gainey tall blac...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rare Brass Watering Can, 1950s Austria
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Brass Watering Can, 1950s Austria
As you can see in the photos, the jug has a small dent.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Watering Can , circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Watering can
Polished and stove enameled.
Copper and brass.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Representing a Nude Woman with a Scythe and Ears of
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice modernist fireback representing a nude woman with a scythe and ears of wheat is made of cast iron. This is a French work with foundry mark Stern and signed M Quellier....
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
off White Pair of Outdoor Ottoman by Keller Scroll of Miami
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1960’s off white lacquered aluminum and vinyl strapping design by Keller Scroll of Miami.
Dining table and four chairs available also.
This a...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum, Other
20th Century Swiss Modern Cement Elephant Ear Garden Planter by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern light weight cement garden vessel, designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit in good condition. This elephant ear garden planter has been fiber-reinforced. For ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Russell Woodard Patio Chaise on Wheels
Located in Baltimore, MD
Scarce, Russell Woodard (attrib.) wheeled chaise with striking wing-back form, c. 1960.
All original and hard to find pattern.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pr. Tall Mid Century Sculptura Side Dining Chairs by Woodard c.1950
s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Russell Woodard designed Sculptura side, or dining chairs, manufactured by The Woodard Furniture Company, circa 1950's. Both chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, both show significant cosmetic wear to their finish. One chair has one wire strand bent back at the edge of the seat, this is not structural or significant, but mentioned here to avoid any disappointment upon receipt.
Offered and priced as a pair, selling isn as is and as found condition. Usable as is or we also offer custom powder coating if you prefer a more polished look.
Please view our entire and extensive collection of vintage and antique garden furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Wrought Iron and Glass Side Table Plant Stand
Located in New York, NY
Architectural wrought iron and tinted glass two tier side table, plant stand circa 1950/60's. This unusual table features repeating metal rods, welded to a rectangular frame. The top...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Roccoco Style Decorative Ormolu Fireplace Chenets Andirons
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of early 20th century highly decorative bronze ormolu (gilt metal) chenets in the Rococo style.
These Chenets or fire dogs are in the typical Rococo design of scrolling fol...
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Russell Woodard Mid Century Modern Sculptura Mesh Patio Settee Loveseat Sofa 52"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century modern Russell Woodard Sculptura bench / settee / loveseat. Made of wrought iron and mesh featuring a sculptured ergonomic design.
Dimens...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron
$2,796 Sale Price
30% Off
Lalique door handles "Fauns"
By Marc Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Created by Marc Lalique in 1962, the Faunes door handles show two crystal fauns sculpted in relief, set amongst a motif of vine leaves and bunches of grapes. Handcrafted in France
...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Crystal
$9,000 / item
Set of Two Circular Push-Pull Door Handles in Brass, Mid-20th Century, France
Located in London, GB
Circular push-pull door handles in brass, with hammered texture. Mid-20th century. Found in France.
Each handle is made up of two separate pieces with hammered texture; each face tr...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oval White Painted Midcentury Patio/Porch Garden Dining Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Indoor or outdoor mid-century oval metal garden table base. Add an inset glass top or a larger oval or rectangular top to suit your needs.. The base is designed with Baroque scroll ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron
Italian BAR / COUNTER STOOL ~ CAPPUCCINO ~ 50s 60s Style Iron / Brass / Velvet
Located in Landshut, BY
Italian
~ LIGHT CAPPUCCINO ~
BAR / COUNTER STOOL
1950s / 1960s style
Lacquered iron / Solid brass / Velvet / Upholstered
hq foam upholstered and kedered
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Italian 1970s Bamboo Flower Planter
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1970s bamboo flower planter.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
20th Century Swiss Vintage Modern Elephant Ear Garden Planter by Willy Guhl
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage, sculptural Mid-Century modern Swiss Handkerchief or Elephant Ear garden planter by Willy Guhl and Eternit in a light weight cement, reinforced with fiber, in good conditio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Salon de jardin vintage composé d’une table avec rallonges et de 4 fauteuil bois
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Salon de jardin vintage des années 60, style scandinave, composé d’une table rectangulaire avec trou pour parasol et de 4 fauteuils, 2 rallonges peuvent s’ajouter aux extrémités, bon...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
$1,249 Sale Price
20% Off
Bamboo Arm Chair in the style of Franco Albini c 1950
s
Located in New York, NY
Chic, stylish, sophisticated bamboo, and rattan side chair, made in Italy, circa 1950/1960's, in the style of Franco Albini. This example is in good original condition, structurally ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Reclaimed English Oval Shaped Belfast Sink
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusually-shaped English oval belfast sink, reclaimed from a UK factory. Fitted with it's original waste, this reclaimed belfast sink is the perfect addition to a modern farmhouse...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Modernist Pilgrim Mfg. Brass and Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four fireplace tools with stand in wrought iron with brass accented base and handles by Pilgrim Manufacturing Co., circa 1960s.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair Wrought Iron Canonball Andirons and Set of Fireplace Tools
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair Wrought Iron Large Andirons with Cross Bar, with a Set of 3 Fireplace Tools. Heavy duty tools set.
Andirons Measure 12" in width and 21....
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage French Mailboxes – Set of 3
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 23.7” x W 14.3” x D 10.3”
Set of 3 Vintage wooden postboxes, each one with 6 boxes. ROLEX factory, Geneva.
Please see our other listings for ideas and matching pieces...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
$300 / set
Salterini Cantilevered Radar Spring Chair
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mauricio Tempesi designed cantilevered Radar spring chair for
Salterini c. 1950. All original.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Nickel Bronze Fireplace Tool Set Danny Alessandro
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Two Toned Polished Nickel & bronze / brass fireplace tool set Danny Alessandro.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Mid-20th Century MCM Tropitone Outdoor Chairs with Vinyl Straps
Cushions Set 6
By Tropitone
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Tropitone outdoor chairs with vinyl straps & cushions, set of 6. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The chair frames and cushions have been pressure washed and professionally cleaned. We have touched up some places on the frames with Krylon ivory gloss and we have ordered new feet for the chairs. The cushions still have some stubborn stains after cleaning and two of the cushions are a slightly different color of white from the rest. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
NOTE: If you love this set of 6 outdoor chairs by Tropitone, we have an outdoor table in the style of Tropitone with paper clip style legs and an outdoor table with curved legs by Tropitone listed here for sale if they are still available.
We have HALF A DOZEN reasons for you to check these out!! This is a lovely set of six mid-century modern outdoor dining chairs by Tropitone comprised of fabulous weather resistant ivory painted aluminum frames and uv-resistant vinyl back and seat straps. They have their original loose seat cushions featuring blue and white striped weather resistant fabric covers. Two of the chairs are a little more ivory than white, it’s the way we obtained them, And they’re FABULOUS!! We believe that these are an older “vintage” version of the current Khana chair by Tropitone because these have straight backs not curved; tubular arms slightly flared outward not straight; as well as slightly curved legs. It’s a comfortable, sturdy design ready to surround any style outdoor table. And, if you’re in search of outdoor tables as well, check out the many options we have listed here for sale! They are ready to be the new vintage addition to your patio, deck, porch, or out by the pool. They will be awesome seating in your sunroom, at a table by the grill ready for that backyard barbeque, or out on the lanai hosting an outdoor brunch for you and your friends or family!!
Tropitone was founded in Sarasota, Florida in 1954 by Burt M. Baker, a retired Lockhead Engineer and executive at Grand Rapids Chair Company. Tropitone served the contract market, including hotels, motels, clubs, and resorts with high performing outdoor patio furniture. In the 1960’s they introduced powder coated aluminum finishes to the industry. Utilizing a multi-step wash process that ensures a lasting finish, Tropitone’s aluminum frames prevail under any environmental conditions. Tropitone also pioneered the technique of double-wrapping vinyl straps around the powder coated aluminum frame for extra durability, which continues today. In 1970’s they established operations in Irvine, California which provided a bi-coastal manufacturing to North American customers. In the 80’s they released “Comfort is Key” cushions and sling seating. Tropitone sling seating has the perfect combination of clean lines, designer fabrics and carefree maintenance. In the 90’s EZ Span and Basta Sole Umbrellas were introduced and in the 2000’s woven furniture and Relax Plus cushion seating was created including replications of rattan or wicker outdoor furniture. Tropitone continued to launch new systems for their furniture from 2000 through 2014 when they celebrated their 60 years in business when they joined forces with Brown Jordan International.
High quality manufacturer, versatility, and superior style! This set of six outdoor chairs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Pair Fireplace Andirons Wrought Iron
Brass Firedogs, France, c 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of andirons of the period Mid-Century Modern
Wrought iron and brass firedogs.
Classical style
France circa 1960
Good condition
Shipping:
60 / 30 / 52 cm 10.2 kg.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Brass
20th Century Spanish Turned Round Bamboo Coffee Table with Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
20th century turned round bamboo coffee table with glass top.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
California Modern Pro Artisan Olive Green Stoneware Planter by David Cressey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California Modern Pro Artisan Olive Green Stoneware Planter by David Cressey.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Mid Century Round Low Concrete Planters by Willy Guhl for Eternite AG
By Willy Guhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low round oversized mid century concrete planters by Willy Guhl produced for Eternite AG in Swizerland, 1950s.
In good original and matching condition with beautiful nat...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Lucite
Chrome Fireplace Tools by Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Dazzling set of fireplace tools in clear lucite and polished chrome by Alessandro Albrizzi.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chrome
Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Handkerchief Elephant Ear Planter with Loss to Edge
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit large handkerchief elephant ear concrete planter with loss to edge
Loss to one wave of the rim, shown clearly in the images. Will sit snugly against a wall an...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Three Seater Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bronze three seater sofa by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The sofa has a beautiful curved construction in tubular bronze with a patinated verdigris finish. The sofa has two rounded s...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Abstract Chinese style wood root armchair
Really very comfortable piece.
We have 4 armchairs available and a a table
The wood was carved to create a seat among the roots of an actual camphor tree. This totally unique chair features a bright natural lacquer enhancing the wood grain and the organic aspect of the item. This contemporary Chinese root chair...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Burl
Pair of Walter Lamb Style Iron Blue Corded Outdoor Patio Side Chairs
By Walter Lamb
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A sophisticated set of two outdoor patio chairs in the style of Walter Lamb embodies the sculptural elegance of experimental mid-century design. These chairs feature round tubular ir...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$870 Sale Price / set
40% Off
French Midcentury Bamboo Étagère with Five Bamboo Shelves
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury bamboo bookcase étagère, in the style of Maison Baguès.
Handsome bamboo with five bamboo glass shelves in the style of Maison Baguès. French, circa 1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
Attrib. John Salterini, Mid-Century Garden Dining Table With Glass Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A gorgeous mid-century wrought iron dining table newly powder coated white and adorned with a large circular glass top over scrolled leafy vines on the frieze attached to the four le...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
MCM Spun Fiberglass Forest Green Outdoor Dining Table
4 Armchairs on Casters
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful 1960’s vintage Mid-Century Modern spun fiberglass forest green painted outdoor or patio dining table & four armchairs on casters. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. New paint but not done by us. Needs cushions. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections, circa, Mid-20th Century.
Who needs to go to a fancy restaurant for dinner when you can stay home and have fine dining like this? This is a fabulous spun fiberglass outdoor dining set comprised of a table with a cinched pedestal base and a round top with a glass insert and four armchairs on casters. So often pieces like this are Attributed to Russell Woodard, and throughout the design community there are debates and discussions as to what in fact defines a Russell Woodard piece, but in fact he never produced spun fiberglass furniture...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Attrib. John Salterini Two Mid Century Wrought Iron Garden Accent Tables
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Both newly powder coated in brilliant white. One is the iconic Lily Pad end table with curved support and curved two legged base. The second one is raised on a tripod base with a rou...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Attrib. John Salterini, Mid-Century Iron Garden Console With Glass Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A demilune garden table newly powder coated in brilliant white, designed with scrolled leafy vines on the top under the glass. Raised on four curved legs with double curved supports ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Attrib. John Salterini, Mid-Century Garden Side Table With Glass Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rectangular garden side table newly powder coated in brilliant white, designed with curved grapevines on the frieze attached to curved legs ending in black rubber feet. Finished wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Boho Bamboo Extendable Lounger, Rattan Deck Chair, and Magazine Holder, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Boho bamboo lounger, rattan deck chair, extendable lounge chair with slide in ottoman, patio garden chair.There is also a foot section to pull out and n...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$2,762 Sale Price
28% Off
Rattan Bamboo Small Umbrella Stand with Brass Rim, Italy 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo / rattan small umbrella stand, tall planter or paper bin. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Rectangular rattan structure with roun...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Large fibreglass garden planter Mid-century 1970 Russell Woodard Garden Planter
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful very large garden planter. These are Russell Woodard table bases that make excellent large garden planters.
Pots can be stood in the opening or they can have basket lining...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Six Seahorse Shaped Drawer Handles in Brass
Abalone by Peñoles, Mexico
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate the aesthetic of your home with this exquisite Set of Six Door Handles in Brass & Abalone Shell designed and manufactured in Mexico Distrito Federal by Peñoles.
The handles w...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Vivai del Sud Bamboo Handcrafted Stylish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Pedestal
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1970s Italian decorative flower pot seat or end / side table. Original midcentury era. Minor patina gives this piece a classy statement. Attributed...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Raul Coronel Ceramic Planter for Architectural Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Raul Coronel Ceramic Planter for Architectural Pottery
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
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