Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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
Murano Glass Large Fish Sculpture by Licio Zanetti, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Murano Alexandrite Purple Blue Neodymium Glass Fish Figure by Licio Zanetti
Spectacular XXL Murano glass color changing lilac blue fish sculpture by Licio Zanetti. Italy, 1960-1970.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano, 1930, Italian. Attributed to Alfredo Barbini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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Murano Glass
1950´s J.
A. Torres Silver Sweet Box, lapis lazuli cabochon - Spain
By Gucci
Located in Girona, Girona
Sterling silver sweet box, lapis lazuli cabochon. Design: A. y J. Torres, Barcelona. Weight: 450 grs. Stamps: 45B - Star - A. y J. Torres.
Star stamp in Spa...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Ceramic Sign: Encra
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Ceramic Sign: Encra
Encra is the signature of the Argentine ceramic school.
It was created by decree of President Roberto M. Ortiz on April 9, 1940.
It was the first Ceramics school in the City of Buenos Aires, located at Bulnes 45.
Its founder and first director was the illustrious Madrid ceramicist Don Fernando Arranz.
The teachers of those first years were famous artists such as Aurelio Macchi, Vicente Puig, Nicasio Fernández...
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1950s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
$6,200
Mid-Century Large Murano Glass Fruit Bowl
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning colored Murano glass fruit bowl in a beautiful shape.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Large Art Glass Bowl Tazza Centerpiece Bowl in Brass Stand
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Vintage Large Art Glass Bowl Tazza Centerpiece Bowl in Brass Stand
Clear classical hand blown glass bowl fitting in an exquisite brass base. It is most likely dating from the Mid-Ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Brass
Ceramic Made in England
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Ceramic Sign : Made in England
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1940s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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Ceramic
$4,400
Mid-Century Murano Art Glass Centerpiece by Cenedese, Circa 1970s
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
A magnificent and substantial example of post-war Italian design, this extraordinary shallow bowl or decorative centerpiece plate was produced by the esteemed glassworks Cenedese Vet...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Ceramic England
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Ceramic Sign : Made in England Beswich 789
The History of Beswick Pottery
Established in 1894, Beswick pottery is a fine example of quality British design and manufacturing. Origin...
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1950s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
$3,300
Vintage Italian Decorative Tray 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The "Vintage Italian Decorative Tray, 1960s" features a mirror base and a stylish chrome handle encircling the base. This piece combines Italian cha...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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Chrome
Ceramic, 1970
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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Ceramic
$1,800
Barovier
Toso Centrepiece Epergne and Candlesticks Opal Crystal with Gold Leaf
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is an exceptional and rare centerpiece made by Barovier and Toso,
circa 1930s-1940s. What sets this apart is the versatility and adjustability of the arrangement, allowing for many configurations and shapes. Starting with the hand blown oval shaped centre bowl, the opal glass is filled with gold leaf inclusions making it sparkle without being glitzy. The four gold leaf infused arms sit at the base, which is affixed with a threaded finial. The arms can be spread out either at right angles or maintain an oval shape. One can either use all four arms as candlesticks while placing the bobeches atop the candle cups or placing the four bowls which fit into the candle cups. And one can also use two of each, for a versatile arrangement. Please see all the images to view the myriad possibilities. This clean design works well with many decorative styles and the flexibility is inspiring.
Bobeches measure 4.25" D x 1.25" H
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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Crystal
Italian Mid-Century Blue Murano Glass Centerpiece with Golden Decoration, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Elmetto table lamp by Martinelli for Martinelli luce, 1976
Blue centerpiece, 1960s.
Blue Murano glass centerpiece with golden de...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Vallauris Extra Large Majolica Ceramic Scalloped Leaf Platter / Centerpiece
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching large leaf shaped glazed ceramic platter, serving tray or centerpiece manufactured by Vallauris. France, 1950-1960s.
Interesting to be used as decorative centerpiece bow...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Murano Sommerso Purple Blue Italian Art Glass Abstract Vintage Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso purple to light blue Italian art glass flower vase. The piece has a unique abstract shape with the top of the vase looking like an open f...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Dior Oversized Pink Lucite and Chrome Centerpiece Tray, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular Mid-Century large centerpiece or serving tray in pink lucite with a chrome-plated rim. This incredibly stylish and unique piece was made in Italy during the 1970s and is ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Chrome
Seguso Murano Opalescent Purple Art Glass Pulled Centerpiece Vase, Italy 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Opal Purple Murano Art Glass Pulled Centerpiece / Vase. Italy, 1950s
Stunning italian modernist Murano blown glass vase in purple hues and opalescent glass with pulled details and ha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Bohemian Crystal and Onyx Centerpiece Mid-Century Production Germany 1950/60s
By Bleikristall
Located in Palermo, IT
Finely crafted Bohemian crystal bowl centerpiece by Echt Bleikristall. Supported by a Pakistani onyx base with gold embellishment. Hallmark on the ed...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Onyx, Brass
Dino Martens Murano Multi-Color Oriente Italian Art Glass Fan Shape Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, striking, vintage Murano hand blown painted style, multi-color Italian art glass vase with aventurine flecks. The piece is documented to designer Dino Martens, fo...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Large Murano Peach White Italian Art Glass Centerpiece Vase Organic Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large sculptural hand blown Murano glass centerpiece vase in a beautiful creamy peach color. Italy, 1960s.
This beautiful centerpiece has organic design, the interior part is made in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
$1,321 Sale Price
20% Off
Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Large Centerpiece Bowl, Rimini Blue Series, 1970s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A striking and uncommon centerpiece bowl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in the 1970s, showcasing the iconic Rimini Blue workmanship in an unusual, wide, sculptural form. Measurin...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
Spanish Carved Alabaster Large Centerpiece Bowl or Tazza, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding carved alabaster tazza / footed bowl, Spain, 1950s.
Hand carved alabaster with foliage motifs with footed base.
Beautiful to be used as fruit bowl, decorative centerpiece...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Alabaster
$1,695 Sale Price
20% Off
Bamboo and Rattan Fruit Bowl Centerpiece, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Heightened fruit bowl or centerpiece in bamboo and rattan.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Cofrac France Midcentury Free Form Art Glass Crystal Bowl
By Cofrac
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous art glass centerpiece with great details. This beautiful handcrafted item has a fluid, freeform shape. Heavy gold, ridge and swirl design, clear.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal
Travertine Centerpiece by Pier Alessandro Giusti
Di Rosa for Up
Up, 1970s
By Up
Up
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A stunning sculptural travertine centerpiece designed by Pier Alessandro Giusti and Di Rosa for Up & Up Italia in the 1970s. This remarkable piece showcases the timeless elegance of ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
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Travertine
Mid-Century 5 Tier Green Pedestal Centerpiece Tray Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Tiered Leafy Green Tray Pedestal Stand With Handle, Powder-Coated.
A 5-tier leafy green silver plate pedestal centerpiece that is decorative as well as functional. Many uses for this...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Pink Purple Iridiscent Murano Art Glass Centerpiece with Sterling Silver Base
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand blown pink purple Italian art glass vase with Sterling Silver base Italy, 1950s.
This eye-catching and colorful centerpiece vase stands up o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Decorative Object Bowl Murano Glass Midcentury Italia Design 1960/70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Bowl in faceted, two-tone, transparent and honeyed Murano glass. The vibrant color makes this items highly decorative. This original vintage glass element was designed and produced i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Glass and Metal Soliflore by Jean Keup for Op der Millen, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Glass and metal soliflore by Jean Keup for Op der Millen - Belgium 1970s.
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
1960s Gorgeous Big Blue, Pink and Green Centerpiece in Murano Glass by Linea Art
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous big blue, pink and green centerpiece by Linea Arte Murano in Murano glass. Made in Italy
The item is signed on the bottom and it's in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
$312 Sale Price
35% Off
Midcentury Crystal Lucite and Chrome Italian Tray in Willy Rizzo Style, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury crystal lucite and chrome tray. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s and it is in the style of Willy Rizzo.
This centrepiece is unique as t...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Murano Peach Pink White Art Glass Centerpiece Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural hand blown Murano glass centerpiece or vase in a beautiful soft peach pink color. Italy, 1960s.
This beautiful centerpiece has organic design, the interior part is made i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass
Mid-Century L. Zanetti Leaf-Shaped Bowl in Blown Murano Glass 70s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Leaf-shaped centerpiece in blown Murano glass, featuring an intricate filigree design with red and milky white veining. Zanetti Manufacture, Italy, 1970s. Label included.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Centerpiece by Giovanni Dalla Fina, Italy, 1980
Located in Villaverla, IT
The Description
An exceptionally rare and monumental Murano glass centerpiece by the esteemed Italian Maestro, Giovanni Dalla Fina, created circa 1980. This spectacular piece transc...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Gold, Silver, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Trivet in Metal and Glass, France, 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This trivet is a centerpiece in metal and glass. It has been made in France, around 1970.
The pattern is a silver fish shape.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
Pair Large Zanetti Glass Seal Sculptures, Murano, Italy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of large heavy hand-blown clear Murano glass seal sculptures by Licio Zanetti.
In 1956 Zanetti Vetreria Artistica was founded by the Glass Master Osca...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass
$378 Sale Price
80% Off
Bowl On Foot Made In Hallmarked Silver
Simply Decorated
Located in Lejre, DK
Bowl on foot of hallmarked silver and simply decorated. The bowl is in great vintage condition.
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
Rare 1930s Russel Wright Organic Freeform Wood Centerpiece
Located in Buffalo, NY
An uncommon Russel Wright design executed by Klise Woodworking, circa 1935 from carved maple...Signed Russel Wright to bottom.. Retains its beautiful ,warm patina / surface.
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1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Wood, Maple
Rupert Deese California Art Pottery 1960 Bowl
Located in New York, NY
An original low art pottery ashtray low bowl by famed California craftsman, Rupert Deese. Signed.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
$597 Sale Price
50% Off
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Red Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl Dish or Ashtray
By Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Cenedese large and heavy vintage Italian Murano glass bowl, serving dish or ashtray, circa 1965-1975. Utilizing the Sommerso technique this large, heavy piece of glass features an as...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Murano Bowl, Design by Fratelli Toso, 60
s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Large Multicolor Vintage Murano Bowl, Design by Fratelli Toso, 60's, Mint Condition.
This outstanding piece of Italian glass design made by Fratelli Toso in the 1960's represents cl...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
$1,677 Sale Price
20% Off
Gio Ponti Brass Plate by Cleto Munari
Located in Chicago, IL
Gio Ponti Brass Plate by Cleto Munari
Impressed signature to each example 'Gio Ponti'. Impressed manufacturer's mark to verso of one example ‘Cleto Mun...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Brass
Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenaghen Ceramic Dish Centerpiece, Denmark 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Design Aluminia Marselis serie large ceramic centerpiece with matt glazed designed by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenaghen, Denmark 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
F.B. Rogers Silver Plate Leaf Shaped Trinket Bonbon Dish Mid Century
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a vintage F.B. Rogers Silver Plate Leaf Shaped Dish, which is also often referred to as a bonbon or trinket dish.
F. B. Rogers Silver Co., a company founded ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Aldo Nason AVEM Murano Murrine Gold
Silver Flecks Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl
By Murano 5, Aldo Nason
Located in Barcelona, ES
Italian Mid-Century Modern hand blown Murano art glass flower shaped centerpiece or bowl with Murrine decorations and aventurine gold and silver flecks. Attributed to Aldo Nason and ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Italian Murano Glass Bowl Centerpiece, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid and heavy centerpiece in Murano artistic glass. The bowl is a true piece of art created by the master's hand - Produced in Murano, Italy, in the 1950s. On the underside ther...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Bitossi Italy Ceramic and Glass Mosaic Centerpiece Bowl Catchall, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare Aldo Londi Bitossi Ceramic Centerpiece – Mid-Century Italian Masterpiece
This exceptional Bitossi ceramic centerpiece—also known as a vide poche—is a rare and highly collectible...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience, Glass
Midcentury Serving Tray Lucite, Wicker
Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing hexagonal serving tray or centerpiece in lucite, wicker and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Great accessory for any ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ceramic Table Centerpiece or Decorative Plate, Signed Perret, Saint-Paul
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Title: Ceramic Table Centerpiece or Decorative Plate, Signed Perret, Saint-Paul, 1970s
Description:
This vibrant ceramic centerpiece, signed by the artist Perret and crafted in Saint-Paul, France, during the 1970s, is a striking blend of art and functionality. Featuring a bold, naïve depiction of a woman with generous forms and a minimalist aesthetic, this piece embodies the unique artistic expression of the era.
Key features include:
Design and Motif: The centerpiece showcases a stylized representation of a woman with one hand on her chest. The artwork is rendered in a naïve and simplistic style, emphasizing bold forms and clean lines.
Colors and Glazing: The piece is adorned with a rich color palette of blues, yellows, and reds, creating a vibrant and eye-catching composition that adds warmth and character to any space.
Craftsmanship: Handcrafted in the renowned ceramic region of Saint-Paul in southern France, this piece reflects the artistic and cultural heritage of the 1970s. Signed by the artist Perret, it is a testament to the creativity and skill of French artisans.
Versatility: Whether used as a functional table centerpiece, a decorative plate, or displayed as an art piece, this ceramic work seamlessly integrates into modern, eclectic, or rustic interiors.
A true collector's item, this ceramic centerpiece is both a functional accessory and a unique piece of French artistry. Its bold design and vibrant colors make it an unforgettable addition to any home or collection.
Keywords: Perret ceramic centerpiece, 1970s Saint-Paul ceramics, signed French ceramic plate, colorful ceramic art, naïve art table decor, mid-century French pottery, artistic ceramic plate...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
Wooden Bowl Painted in the Style of Matisse – 90s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wooden Bowl Painted in the Style of Matisse – 90s
This wooden bowl painted in the style of Matisse was produced by an unknown manufacturer in France during the 1990s. It is a decora...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Wood
Italian Modernist Murano Blue White Art Glass Centerpiece Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Modernist Sommerso Murano centerpiece vase in blue and white hand blown Glass. Italy, 1960s.
It has an eye-catching color and a highly decorative organic design in star s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
Large French Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Leaf Platter or Centerpiece Bowl, 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching large leaf shaped glazed ceramic platter, serving tray or centerpiece manufactured by Vallauris. France, 1950-1960s.
Interesting to be used as decorative centerpiece, fr...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Mid Century Butter and Knife Tray by Joe Chasnoff and Judy Azulay
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Set of mid century butter and knife tray by Joe Chasnoff and Judy Azulay. Playful modern shape with stunning wood grain. Marked underneath “From the Woods.”
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Walnut
Red Murano Glass Ashtray, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Red murano glass ashtray, circa 1970 Manufactured in Italy. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass
Monumental Gulfstream Line Stoneware Bowl by Fong Chow for Glidden
Located in San Diego, CA
Monumental "Gulfstream Line" stoneware bowl by Fong Chow for Glidden Pottery, circa 1950s. This studio art piece is quite rare in this finish and diffi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Stoneware
Silver Plate and Glass Centerpiece Tray Catchall Vide Poche by Debladis, Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-Century Silver Plate and Smoked Glass Tray by R. Debladis, Paris, France, circa 1970
An exceptional example of French Mid-Century design, this refined catchall or vide poche was...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Set of Fratelli Toso Venini Murano Murrina Lattimo Blue Black Glass Globe Vases
By Fratelli Toso, Venini
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two Round Shaped Murano Glass Ball Vases, Italy, 1940s-1960s.
The small one is a ball shaped hand blown lattimo blue Murano glass vase attributed to Fratelli Toso for Venini, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
$1,421 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Murano Italian Modernist Green White Glass Centerpiece Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
A highly decorative hand blown green and white Murano glass centerpiece / vase with organic design. Italy, 1960s
Pale green glass cased into clear glass. The interior part is made in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
Large Midcentury Brass Sculpture Of A Jumping Dolphin
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Mid-Century Modern brass sculpture of a jumping dolphin.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Brass
AVEM Murano Pulegoso Purple Blue Italian Art Glass Centerpiece Vase, 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Hand blown blue Murano pulegoso art glass centerpiece vase with Starry Night murrine decoration. Attributed to Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Italy, 1950s.
Exquisite and sc...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Mid-century Modern centerpieces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern centerpieces 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 centerpieces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, murano glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern centerpieces made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original centerpieces, popular names associated with this style include Cenedese, Fratelli Toso, Archimede Seguso, and Antonio da Ros. 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 centerpieces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $71 and tops out at $28,368 while the average work can sell for $1,055.
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