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Material: Plastic
Kartell A.I. Bar Stool in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kartell continues its ongoing commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly products which are part of the broader project expressed by the industrial manifesto Kartell loves the pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Modern German Cocoon Pendant Lamp Friedel Wauer Goldkant, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century Cocoon pendant lamp by Goldkant Leuchten, based on a design by Friedel Wauer from the 1960s. This is a very rare form. A minimalist design. The Cocoon material provides ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Chanel Table Lamp
Located in Lugo, IT
Chanel table lamp Plexiglass sliding front Good condition. Thank you
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1980s French Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Plexiglass

Raymond Loewy double sided Sideboard DF 2000 Doubinsky Frères 1965 France Space
Located in Munster, NRW
Raymond Loewy - Double Sided Sideboard DF 2000 - 1965 by Doubinsky Frères, France Each side of the board has 4 doors, each with a color gradation. With organically shaped handles in...
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1960s French Space Age Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Italian Midcentury Brass 6-Arm Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This Italian Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1950s is a striking example of mid-century modern design, inspired by the iconic style of Stilnovo. With its six elegantly curved arms and ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Floor Lamp, circa 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Hungary Made of metal, plastic Adjustable shades 2x60W, E27 or E26 Bulb With aged patina US adapter included Original condition.   
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1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

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Metal

GUFRAMINI Miniature Sunrise Paul Smith Cactus by Drocco Mello
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The new Guframini SUNRISE CACTUS® are the miniaturised version of the Gufram x Paul Smith SUNRISE CACTUS®: a limited edition of 600 Guframini that preserves the energetic and optimis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Foam

Carpet Glitch Round Quarter in Non-slip Polyester Polyamide by Richard Hutten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Images of charming coloured flowers are stretched in lines to reveal their beautiful colours. It is as if the image of the flowers are not downloaded correct on your computer screen....
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Plastic Furniture

Materials

Polyester

Vintage Joe Colombo Elda Chair, Comfort Fratelli Longhi, Black Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Elda Chair, designed by Joe Colombo and manufactured by Comfort Fratelli Longhi. The Elda Chair’s futuristic design reflects Colombo’s interest in space exploration and mode...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Verner Panton SP-2 Spiral Chandelier in Gold by Verpan
Located in Dallas, TX
Phenomenal Spiral Chandelier designed by Verner Panton in 1969 and produced by Verpan in the metallic Gold Finish. The spirals move with the natural airflow in the room creating a hypnotic effect that inhibits your depth perception while looking at the fixture. It is truly a light sculpture and looks like blobs of molten gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Modern Counter Chair Flock CS1/65 cm Fully Upholstered in Barnum boucle by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Plastic Furniture

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Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Cotton, Linen, Acrylic, Wood, Ash

Italian Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1950s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Elegant Italian desk lamp from the 1950s, representative of post-war modernist design. Its metal shade in original mint-green lacquer brings a rare and refreshing touch, highly sough...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Staff Chrome and Bubble Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Staff hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. Elegant chrome bar. The lamp shade is made of bubble glass.   
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Bakelite

Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Sofa by Henredon w/Chinese Red Floral Brocade
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sofa by Henredon with Chinese red floral Brocade fabric & button tufted detail, single loose poly wrapped foam seat cushion, rolled arms, pleated skirt, and straight square slightly tapered wood legs. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, No outstanding flaws noticed. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Is there anything quite as MAGNIFICENT as a Henredon piece? We think NOT! Especially when it’s a piece as incredible as this vintage Henredon red floral sofa...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Plastic Furniture

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Fabric, Foam, Polyester, Wood

Gender Armchair Footrest by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Doral, FL
Gender Armchair & Footrest by Patricia Urquiola 2016 / 2017 Cassina Armchair and footrest in selection of fabrics and leather. Backrest tilts back 12 degrees and returns upright. N...
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2010s Italian Plastic Furniture

Materials

Steel

Giancarlo Piretti Alky Lounge Chair in White Bouclé Wool, Anonima Castelli
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Alky lounge chair designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the sixties for Anonima Castelli, Italy. The shape of the chair is construct with foam printed direct on a metal frame with ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Irregular Shape MOSS RUG Hantufted Green Rug by RAG HOME
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
Soil, grass, bush, trees, and the tranquil crystal-clear blue ponds. Introducing ' The Earth from Above ' a sophisticated landscape rug portraying diverse golf course terrains, from ...
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2010s Indonesian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Acrylic, Yarn

Karl Springer Upholstered Bench in Lucite Brass, 1970 s
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Karl Springer lucite and brass upholstered bench, stool, circa 1980. Featuring a rectangular form braced with polished brass cross bar frame, a top four solid and sturdy cylindrical lucite legs with tufted, with new luxe woven Blue upholstery...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Plastic Furniture

Materials

Brass

Waxed Moss Green Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options. This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered in waxed moss green leather...
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2010s American Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Steel

Set of Danish Modern Le Klint Glass Table Lamps, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
A pair of exquisite blue glass desk lamps designed by Esben Klint for Le Klint in 1949. This rare and captivating set is from the 1980s. These lamps ha...
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1940s Danish Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Blown Glass

Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Limited Anniversary Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Rainbow Mosaic Glass Disco Ball, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great vintage disco ball made of mosaic glass tiles. Rare example with rows of different colors of glass. Yellow, mirror, blue, red and green throug...
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1970s American Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite base Dining Table. Circa 1970s.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite base Dining Table. Circa 1970s. Features a Lucite base decorated with black arches with a removable glass top with notched corners. In excellent ori...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Marco Zanuso Model 275 Zanuso Table Lamp in White and Brown for Oluce
Located in Glendale, CA
Marco Zanuso Model 275 'Zanuso' table lamp in white and brown for Oluce. Executed in nut brown metal and white opal perspex diffuser, this is one of the most refined Minimalist Ita...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Chandelier Cirkus by AGO Small - Green
Located in Paris, IDF
Cirkus chandelier by AGO Lighting Coated ABS, aluminum LED GU10 110-240V (not included) Two sizes available: 4 pairs of lamps / 6 pairs of lamps Four colors available: Charcoal...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Zanotta Quaderna 2750Table/Writing Desk in White Plastic Laminate by Superstudio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Quaderna Table/Writing Desk in White Plastic Laminate by Superstudio Honeycomb core structure coated with white plastic laminate, digitally p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

George Bullio Lucite Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stacked Lucite slab lamps designed by George Bullio, with stylized trapezoid bases featuring bevelled edges. Rewired for use in the USA, 100W max bulbs.
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20th Century American Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Scandinavian Pine Wood Wall Sconces with Pleated Shades, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of pine wood Scandinavian wall sconces, Denmark, 1960s. Clean lines and organic design from the Scandinavian Modern period, with beautiful cylindrical pleated plastic lampshades...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Pine

1950 Italy Drum Flush Mount Chandelier in the Manner of Stilnovo
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant drum-shaped pendant made of black lacquered metal with plastic inserts. The lower shade is made of granulated plastic, that gives the lamp a very interesting texture. Made in...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Ring, Chandelier, Chemical Blackened Iron, Thermoformed Polycarbonate
Located in Roeselare, BE
Chandelier in form of a ring in iron which has been chemical blackened. And ring in thermoformed polycarbonate in inner side. With dimmable folded T5 lamps. Also possible in led. Dr...
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2010s Belgian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Iron

Expertly Restored - Finn Juhl Model BO-118 Cognac Leather Teak Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and preci...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood, Teak

Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique Turkish Sivas rug. 17'' x 17''
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20th Century Oushak Plastic Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage turkish oushak rug 16'' x 19''
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Mid-20th Century Oushak Plastic Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Porthole Mirror by Willo Perron for NOGA - Small - Anthracite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Porthole Mirror is designed by Willo Perron for NO GA. It’s part of a collection based on the idea of modularity which features six tables and two mirrors in different sizes that...
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2010s Philippine Space Age Plastic Furniture

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass

Green Vintage Industrial Striped Clear Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green industrial pendant. Aluminum with bakelite top. Clear striped glass. Weight: 1.00 kg / 2.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by internat...
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Mid-20th Century Ukrainian Industrial Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Pair of Nightstands, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant pair of Mid-Century modern nightstands produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The design features refined proportions, maple veneer surfaces, solid wood construction an...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Maple

Macassar, Chrome and Lucite Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exceptional French Art Deco Desk Accessory in Macassar, Chrome, and Lucite, circa 1940 A rare and refined embodiment of Art Deco modernism, this exquisite desk accessory was crafted ...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

"Nemo" Colored Head-Armchair Designed by Fabio Novembre for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Nemo" is a polyethylene monobloc fixed or swivel iconic head-armchair, designed by Fabio Novembre and manufactured by Driade, available in white, black, gray or red matt colors. Swivel version is for indoor use only. Red fixed version and black, white and gray fixed or swivel versions only are available in quick ship. DIMENSIONS: D. 32.6", W. 35.4", H. 53.1", Seat H. 16.1" FABIO NOVEMBRE uses furniture design to tell intense and fascinating stories in which the protagonist is often the human figure. This human figure is capable of becoming abstract and universal, able to propose a mythical beauty as occurred in Greek art. So that Nemo, a face with classic features, is hollowed out to create an inhabitable space. The result is a head-armchair to be lived from the inside. Like a mask, it simultaneously conceals and reveals its inhabitant. Fabio Novembre said about Nemo: "In 2010 it happened that the name "Nemo" immediately evoked the famous little fish, protagonist of the movie of the same name, made by Pixar in 2003. If this question had been asked at the end of the nineteenth century, the answer would have probably been Captain Nemo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Vintage French Industrial Green Machinist Table Lamps by Lumina
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial table / work light ‘Pfaff’ with bakelite shade by Lumina, France Including plug and switch in base Available with UK / US plug Bulb holder : B15 Priced per individual ...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Plastic Furniture

Materials

Iron

Porthole Mirror by Willo Perron for NOGA - Small - Burgundy Red
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Porthole Mirror is designed by Willo Perron for NO GA. It’s part of a collection based on the idea of modularity which features six tables and two mirrors in different sizes that...
Category

2010s Philippine Space Age Plastic Furniture

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass

Jens Moller-Jensen for Louis Poulsen Orbiter Pendant Lamps, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 'Orbiter' pendant lamps were originally designed by Jens Møller-Jensen in 1963 and later manufactured in Denmark by Louis Poulsen during the 1980s. T...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Neon Infinity Mirror by Merit Los Angeles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning neon and plexiglass infinity mirror by Merit. Handmade in Los Angeles. Incredible presence with two neon rings that reflect deep into the mirror. Gr...
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2010s American Plastic Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Plexiglass

Restored Olivier Mourgue "Djinn" Chaise Lounge for Airborne
Located in Berlin, DE
Newly upholstered Djinn Chaise Lounge in Kvadrat Tonus wool fabric. The color as close as it was shown in the 2001 movie by Stanley Kubrick. Excel...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Italian red acrylic perspex star shaped floor or table Lamps
Located in London, Fitzrovia
An interesting and unusual group of midcentury Italian red acrylic perspex star shaped table, floor lamps or night lights in the manner of Arredoluce. ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Kartell A.I. Counter Stool in Grey by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kartell continues its ongoing commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly products which are part of the broader project expressed by the industrial manifesto Kartell loves the pl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Metropole Clock, by George Sowden for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Metropole Clock in plastic laminate, designed in 1982, George Sowden. George Sowden was born in Leeds, UK in 1942. He studied architecture at Gloucestershire College of Art in the 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Lidded Basket Handmade Bamboo Handwoven Rattan Nautical Seashell 1980
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Folk Art lidded round basket handmade Bamboo and handwoven Rattan in blonde and white Plastik Seashell decoration. Nautical Bohemian ...
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1980s American Folk Art Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Plastic, Wood

Gervasoni Samet Modular Sofa by Federica Biasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Samet is a modular sofa without rules, a multifunctional and configurable product that places the person as an active subject in the composition of their own space, encouraging them ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Polyester

Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 stacking 'Handkerchief' chairs designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Knoll International. This set was produced in 1991 and retains its original tags. Massimo and Lella Vignelli both studied architecture before founding the Vignelli Office of Design and Architecture in 1960. In 1971 they established Vignelli Associates, a vehicle for focusing on projects that incorporated their industrial, furniture and graphic design talents. Their diverse portfolio includes corporate identity work for IBM, American Airlines, and Bloomingdales as well as signage for the New York Subway system and Washington, D.C. Additionally, Vignelli Associates contributed two furniture designs to the Knoll portfolio: the Handkerchief chair (designed together with David Law) and the Paperclip table...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Chrome

1970s Sergio Asti Acrylic Shade Floor Lamp, Italy
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare floor lamp by Sergio Asti. Large slot vented acrylic shade sitting on a chrome structure. Each shade measure 13.50 in. long by 7.5 in. high. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Asian-Influenced Pagoda Desk by The Northern Furniture Co.
By RWAY
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare pagoda writing desk by The Northern Furniture Company /Rway. Desk features a floating, pagoda-inspired top, unique Bakelite/silver drawer pulls...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Silver

Mid-Century Italian Plexiglass/Gilt Brass Bathroom Fixtures Set, 1970 s
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-Century Italian set of bathroom fixtures/accessories from 1970's. Created in a very solid design. Made from a thick dark brown color plexiglass and gilt brass joints. This set in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Brass

Space Ace Orange Shade Floor Lamp, 1970s, Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
Love this Metropolis style floor lamp. Large bright Orange shade, comes with a Aluminum decoration on top. So typical for that Era. Need Two large bulbs E27. Comes with a foot swit...
Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Ole Wanscher Model FD-109 Lounge Chair for France Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant lounge chair designed by Ole Wanscher for France Søn in Denmark, circa 1950s. This rare vintage model FD-109 lounge chair maintains th...
Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Design Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice style of lighting - marked by label.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Blue by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Studio Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Curve Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Curve module Measures: W. 125 cm / D. 96 cm / H. 73 cm / Seat Height 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Foam

Post-Modern Polished Chrome Double Letter Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
Post-modern polished chrome double letter tray, circa 1980s. The tray is in good vintage condition and measures 10"W x 14"D x 6.75"H. The tray is finished with matte black lining and...
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Charles Ray Eames EA208 Dining or Conference Chair in Black leather, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful dining or conference chair EA208 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is guaran...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Dining Archipen Chair - Exclusive Artistry Edition in O Textile fabric by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
NOOM x O Textile presents a Bold Collaboration Bridging Archipen Chair and Textile into conception of art. The Archipen chair upholstered in a geometry fabric, inspired by Oleksandr...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Faux Leather, Faux Fur, Ac...

New and Vintage Plastic Furniture and Decor

Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.

From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.

When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.

Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.

Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.