Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
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
1985 Think Big!, Huge Safety Pin
By Think Big
Located in Weesp, NL
Huge safety pin 1985 Think Big! This rare Pop Art piece is in great condition. No cracks or damage.
Think Big! was a retail store originally established in New York City in 1979. It ...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Valentino Garavani Alligator Leather Satchel Bag
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a collectible Valentino Garavani Alligator Leather Satchel Bag. It depict a trapezoid like shaped dark brown leather purse with a rect...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Three-Dimensional Midcentury Anatomical Wall Plaster Sculpture, Germany, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Midcentury three-dimensional anatomical plaster painting, provenance Hygiene Museum Dresden with museum sticker label, Germany 1950s.
Please note tha...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plaster, Wood
$464 Sale Price
20% Off
Carl Auböck Model #5655
Seahorse
Brass Figurine Keyring
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #5655 'Seahorse' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass.
Price is per i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Solid Bronze Female Torso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid bronze sculpture. This piece features the female form. A beautiful display piece for a shelf or paperweight. Signed G. Shaw.
Dimensions
2.5" width x 1.25" depth x 4.25" height...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Looney Toons Bugs Bunny Porcelian Statue Warner Bros by Evan Shaw Co
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Looney Tunes Bugs Bunny Ceramic sculpture by the American pottery company Evan Shaw, marked #15. Made for Warner Bros./Leon Schlesinger. This Painted glazed ceramic statuette feature...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Porcelain
$146 Sale Price
35% Off
1970s Astonishing Bergantin Siglo XVIII Model Ship. Handmade. Made in England
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Astonishing Bergantin Siglo XVIII Model Ship in walnut wood. Handmade. Made in England. This model is amazing and in excellent condition and all handmade. A true piece of histo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Tin Etain Zinn Pewter, Bar Scene, 1970s
By Etaind
art
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very rare large Pewter bar scene. Signed Tin Etain Zinn Pewter, several figures and furniture in a bar. Standing on a oak base. 1970s Dutch.
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Pewter
$710 Sale Price
20% Off
Solid Bronze Female Torso II
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid bronze sculpture. This piece features the female form. A beautiful display piece for a shelf or paperweight. Signed G. Shaw.
Dimensions
2" width x 2.25" depth x 4.75" height.
...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Bronze
Rag
bone Professional Dress Forms
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Rag & bone Professional Dress Forms
Sewing mannequin - couture
Measures : 40cmx50cm H:200cm
Wear consistent with age and use : Please see photos
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Vintage Regency Hand Painted Glazed Ceramic Birds - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of whimsical elegance to your space with this striking set of two vintage Regency hand-painted ceramic birds. Bursting with vibrant hues of yellow, pink, teal, and cobalt...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Cat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of whimsical charm to your space with this vintage Italian glazed ceramic cat sculpture, featuring an intricately sculpted feline perched atop a bold yellow pedestal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 4 Mysterious Falcon Brass and Wood
Located in Pasadena, CA
A set of rare, collectible brass, wood and cork maybe pool table accessories in the shape of falcon talons.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
$120 Sale Price / set
57% Off
Miniature Motorboat, Chris Craft, Various Woods, Metal, Lacquer, USA circa 1950
By Chris Craft Boats
Located in Regensburg, DE
Large, very decorative and detailed model of a two-seater wooden motorboat in the style of the runabout or barrel back boats by Chris-Craft (USA).
Worked in various woods, including ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Inge-Glas, Mackenzie Child, and Christopher Radko Christmas Ornaments, Set of 20
Located in Sarasota, FL
A set of 20 hand blown, hand painted glass Christmas ornaments.
Includes a collection of teddy bear ornaments with an Inge-Glas "Yankee Doodle Teddy" and Christopher Radko "Heartfel...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Blown Glass
CAT MINIATURE 1970 Italian Figure Of A Cat In Solid Textured .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Figurine of a cat in solid sterling.
This is a beautiful and very well made figurine of a seated cat created in Firenze Italy, back in 1970. The little decorative lovely cat has bee...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$398 Sale Price
20% Off
FOUR VINTAGE HARDWOOD
GLASS TABLE TOP DISPLAY CASES FOR TRiNKETS 21X32X15CM
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of four vintage Mahogany and Glass display cases
Please note the delivery fee listed is ...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Siegel Paris, Small Mannequin in Composite Material on Metal Base, 1950-1960
By Siegel Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Siegel Paris, small mannequin in composite material on its metal base, original wig, circa 1950-1960.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plastic
Carl Auböck Model #5615
Star
Solid Brass Keyring with Signature
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #5615 'Star' solid brass keyring with signature. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
City of Stuttgart TV Television Tower Scale Design Model, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Stuttgart television tower. Hand-spun in brass. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or men’s room. Some scratches and a nice ...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Sailing Training Ship Full-Rigged Ship Elli in the Display Case 1958 Denmark
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful, handcrafted sailing training ship was built in the late 1950s. The work is very detailed and neatly executed. The shipbuilder has created a true work of art here. The...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Parrot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brighten up your decor with this stunning vintage glazed ceramic parrot. Handcrafted with exceptional detail, this vibrant piece showcases a spectrum of tropical colors, including pi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Easter Egg from Atelier Madoura
circa 1960s
By Madoura
Located in London, GB
Vintage ceramic egg figure from Atelier Madoura, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). This egg-sized ceramic figure is painted with a stylized suited man w...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
$491 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Boho Dimuntive Leather Elephants After Omersa - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of vintage safari charm and bohemian whimsy with this set of two diminutive leather elephants, crafted in the beloved style "After Omersa." Each charming figure is ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Leather
Set of Two Metal TV Television Tower Scale Design Models, Vienna Austria, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled models of two television tower from Vienna Austria. Hand-spun in metal. A nice architectural sculpture for every living room or desktop. The smaller one measures approximate 7...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
TV Television Tower of Nuremberg Ball Pen Souvenir Item, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Ball Pen of the Nuremberg television tower also called Nuremberg Egg (because of the Design). A nice desktop sculpture for every living or man’s room. Diameter given in dimensions se...
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Big Size French Georgio Armani Glasses Tortoise Shell Case
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this very large mid-twentieth century French faux tortoise shell glass case factice features a pair of large wire rim glasses. Both the case and glasses are marked Georgio Armani...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Glass
Vintage Like New IBM "Think" Sign in Irish / Gaelic "Smaoinigh" - Rare
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible vintage IBM "Think" sign in Irish / Gaelic "Smaoinigh" in the manner of Paul Rand’s corporate graphic design system for IBM, circa 1960s. A wonderful and brigh...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plastic
1953 Maserati A6GCS/53 Spyder Sculpture Desk Model, Italy, 1950´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Fantastic 1953 Maserati A6GCS/53 Spyder desk model. Car was designed by Fantuzzi . It has a metal label Marked Fantuzzi and numbered. M 3 of 8.
Some people say they where factory g...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Aluminum
Ettore Sottsass Pink Ceramic Shiva Flower Vase, by BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shiva ceramic flower vase designed by Ettore Sottsass, circa 1973, edited by BD in Barcelona.
In good original condition with minor wear consistent ...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
City of Stuttgart TV Television Tower Aluminum Scale Design Model, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Stuttgart television tower. Hand-spun in Aluminum, with brass top. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or men’s room. It has ...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Mid 20th Century Duncan Parking Meter
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Mid 20th Century Duncan Parking Meter. It depicts a hand painted royal blue rectangular heavy metal and glass box meter with arched top supported by a silver color metal co...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Unusual Giant Comb, Barbershop Sign, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large unique comb that hang outside a Barbershop in Esbjerg, Denmark. From circa 1950-1980. It is made from solid aluminium and is a rather precise and detailed imitation of the vi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Nystrom 16" Large Sculptural Relief Classroom Double Axis World Globe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Nystrom 16" Large Raised Sculptural Relief Classroom Double Axis World Globe. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 21" H x 18" W x 18" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Vintage "Campbell"s Tomato Soup Can" Bank
Located in San Diego, CA
A cool vintage "Campbell"s Tomato Soup" can bank, circa 1980s. The piece is in good vintage condition and measures 5.5"D x 9.5"H. Fun piece that is made of plastic! #3779
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plastic
Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school
in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Acrylic, Plywood
Large Monumental Aluminum Munich TV Television Tower Scale Design Model, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Munich television tower. Hand-spun in metal. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or mans room. Also nice to display at your desk like seen in pictures...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Aluminum
Black Colored Metal TV Television Tower of Nuremberg Scale Design Model, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Nuremberg television tower also called Nuremberg Egg (because of the Design). A nice architectural sculpture for every living or man’s room. Diameter given in dim...
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Stunning Brass Munich TV Television Tower Scale Design Model, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Munich television tower. Hand-spun in Brass with a iron base. It has a beautiful patina, this is old-age. A nice architectural sculpture for every living room or ...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Hand-Engraved Perpetual Calendar in Brass, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hand-engraved perpetual calendar in brass. Shaped as a lion featuring the option of setting the day, month and year. Originally made as a 28 years calendar from 1967-1994. The Gregor...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Original Brendel Botanic Model
Located in Weesp, NL
Discover Botany's Finest: Original Brendel Botanic Models from the 1950s
Unveil the beauty of botany with our exquisite collection of original Brendel botanic models: Spike, Raceme,...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Easter Egg from Atelier Madoura, circa 1960s
By Madoura
Located in London, GB
Vintage ceramic egg figure from Atelier Madoura, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). This egg-sized ceramic figure is painted with a stylized suited man w...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
$532 Sale Price
40% Off
Brass Nuremberg Tv Television Tower Scale Design Model, 1980s, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Nuremberg television tower. Hand-spun in brass with a nice wooden base. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or man’s room.
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #5734
Hand
Brass Figurine Keyring
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #5734 'Hand' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass. Each piece is stampe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Herend Hungarian Porcelain Model of a Dog and a Rabbit on Leaf
By Herend
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Two delightful vintage Hungarian porcelain cabinet collector pieces comprising of a seated terrier dog and a rabbit on a leaf both made by Herend and dating from the 20th century. Bo...
Category
20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Porcelain
1940s Large Medical School Anatomical Heart Model
Located in Montclair, NY
A circa 1940s to mid 1950s large anatomical model of the human heart used to teach anatomy in medical school. Hand painted in multi color mat enamel with all the chambers and parts o...
Category
1940s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Rubber
Ettore Sottsass Pink Ceramic Shiva Flower Vase, by BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shiva ceramic flower vase designed by Ettore Sottsass, circa 1973, edited by BD in Barcelona.
In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use preserving a bea...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
Aluminum Munich TV Television Tower Scale Design Model, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Munich television tower. Hand-spun in metal. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or mans room.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Aluminum
Andrew Szoeke Veneer Marquetry Couples Dancing Mid Century Modern
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a beautiful wood marquetry art using solid layers of multiple veneers. Attributed to Andrew Szoeke, unsigned. The art featured couples dancing with unique cu...
Category
1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Carl Auböck Model #4500
Lucky Pig
Polished Nickel Figurine Keyring
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #4500 'Lucky Pig' polished nickel figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished nickel-plate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Midcentury Italian Multicolored Murano Glass "Chubby" Cat Sculpture, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing hand blown midcentury multicolored Murano glass "Chubby" cat sculpture. This piece was designed in Italy during 1970s.
The sculpture represents a chubby, fluffy cat bendin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Toy Hot Rod Roadster Tether Car
By All American Co.
Located in Ferndale, MI
Based on a 1930 Model A. Mfr by the all American company. This Hot Rod was made in the 1950s as part of the tether car craze. Sometimes cut up with gas engi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
$850 Sale Price
22% Off
Metal Munich TV Television Tower Scale Design Model, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Munich television tower. Hand-spun in metal. A nice architectural sculpture for every living or mans room.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Metal
Cini Boeri Model
Maquette of "Casa Alla Maddalena" Sassari, Italy, 1966/67
Located in Sacile, PN
Model of Cini Boeri, Casa alla Maddalena, Punta Cannone, La Maddalena, Sassari, 1966-1967
This house is perfectly adapted to the steep slope of the lan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Cork, Paper
Ettore Sottsass Pink Ceramic Shiva Flower Vase, by BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shiva ceramic flower vase designed by Ettore Sottsass, circa 1973, edited by BD in Barcelona.
In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use preserving a bea...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian 1950s Wicker Half Bust Mannequin
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1950s wicker half bust mannequin.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wicker
Vintage Virginia Metal Crafters 1948 Brass Butterfly Bush Leaf Dish
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brass butterfly bush leaf dish by Virginia Metal Crafters. It is one of a series of botanical leaf sculptures designed by artist Oskar Hansen....
Category
1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
$120 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Italian Plexiglass Gear Knob w. Shell Micro-Cosmos, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unique Gear knob/shifter knob in plexiglass glass with incapsulated ocean shells. Tri-color plexiglass symbolizing the sun, the sand/earth and the ocean. Made in Italy during the 196...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Steel
Vintage Like New IBM "Think" Sign in Finnish "Ajattele" - Rare
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible vintage IBM "Think" sign in Finnish "Ajattele" in the manner of Paul Rand’s corporate graphic design system for IBM, circa 1960s. A wonderful and bright nostalg...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Plastic
Carl Auböck Model #5607
Elephant
Brass Figurine Keyring
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #5607 'Elephant' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass.
Price is per i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Modern models and miniatures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern models and miniatures 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 models and miniatures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern models and miniatures made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original models and miniatures, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Ettore Sottsass, Robert Brendel, and Abercrombie
Fitch. 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 models and miniatures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $18,000 while the average work can sell for $655.
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