Mid-Century Modern Furniture
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 Krups Wall Clock 1970s Orange Chron-Color 605, Domed, Germany
By Krups
Located in Andernach, DE
Absolutely fantastic colours & design by the star of German mid- and late century design, KRUPS.
Made in the late 60s, early 70s.
Here a juicy bright orange wall clock, with white (y...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Heavy Faceted pair of Table Lamps, Murano Glass Tobacco Color Maestro Collection
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Pair of Massiccio faceted Murano table lamps by Alberto Donà — Maestro Collection
Massiccio glass. Several layers of glass are picked from the crucible and afterwards pre shaped on ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern “Margherita Rosa” Murano Glass Ceiling Light
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Murano Glass Ceiling Light "Margherita Rosa"
The 'Margherita Rosa' ceiling light is a refined example of Murano craftsmanship, entirely handcrafted in fine blown glass. The large, d...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - Jens Risom Floating Top Walnut Side Tables
By Jens Risom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Iron Metal Spider with Murano Glass, Sconce Wall Light Sculpture, Italy 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid-Century Italian “Spider” Wall Lamp with smoked Murano Glass, 1970s
Striking and sculptural, this mid-century Italian wall sconce—often referred to as a “spider” lamp—features an...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Arthur Jacobs "Infinity" Model-9420 Lamp for Modeline of C.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials
Korina Wood, Original Frosted Glass Globes, Brass Hardware
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing h...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s Mauri Almari Chrome and Opaline Green Glass Table Lamp for Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Mauri Almari
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Mauri Almari Chrome and Opaline Green Glass Table Lamp for Idman Oy
A rare and elegant lamp executed in chromed metal and blown green opaline glass. A contemporary of Paavo Ty...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Piero Fornasetti Ceramic Appetizer Set and Tray
Located in Downingtown, PA
"The Vegetable Garden": Rare Fornasetti "Ceramiche di Bollate" Appetizer Set,
Circa 1950s
A charming and rare mid-century ceramic appetizer set by Atelier Fornasetti, produced in Mi...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Palmate Leaf Design Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Palmate Leaf Design Wicker Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
No crack, no missed piece.
Original canopy.
This lamp works with E27 light bulb. ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Gio Ponti Domus Nova Coffee Table Italy 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bernville, PA
Iconic coffee table by one of the most important Italian architects of all times, Gio Ponti. A solid caramel walnut table crafted by Domus Nova. It has that classy Gio Ponti shape wi...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sand-blasted glass and brass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Minor chips to top edge of glass fixture.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Overall Dimensi...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano Green Leaf Glass Wall Lights, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano green leaf glass and brass wall lights, in stock
1 G9 LED bulb
Wired to the American standard
Similar pair available in gilded glass
Available to view in situ in our M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brass Swing Arm Library floor lamp Holtkoetter Germany 1980s
By Holtkoetter
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Brass swing arm library floor lamp .
Adjustable in Height . Halogen ,comes with a good working Dimmer .
Good condition . Patine on the base of the lamp . see photos .
Man...
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Art Deco set of black lacquered "Model 81" Thonet armchairs, 1980s
By Thonet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four black lacquered, bent wood "Model 81" manufactured by the renowned Gebrüder Thonet firm in Vienna, Austria. Originally created in 1904 and subsequently reissued in 1987, ...
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
XL Mid Century Murano Lamp Light White Murano Vintage Swirl Glass Italian
Located in Toronto, CA
An extraordinary extra-large vintage Murano glass mushroom lamp in a crisp white hue, crafted using the iconic swirl technique. Its generous scale gives this timeless design a strong...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
$828 Sale Price
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[1st ed] Shocking Life
Located in New York, NY
First edition (stated) of Italian/Parisian fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli’s autobiography, published in 1954 by E.P. Dutton
Co. Per the dust jacket, Schiaparelli “tells her...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Paper
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Murano Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
It sounds like you have a stunning piece of art with that Italian pendant light! The combination of 111 amethyst Murano glasses and a gold and brass structure creates a truly elegant...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$5,932 / item
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Table Lamps with Spherical Opaline Glass Shades
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of Italian table lamps from the 1950s features a clean, modern design built around a compact, geometric composition. Each lamp is structured as a solid brass cylinder risin...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Luis Montiel Handwoven Mexican Modern Folk Art Bird Tapestry
By Luis Montiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufacturer
Mali Mai
Period Style
Mexican Modern
This vibrant mid-century Mexican folk art tapestry by Luis Montiel, produced through the Mali Mai work...
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of Large 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of large Italian wall sconces from the 1950s combines softly curved opaline glass shades with slender brass arms for a refined mid-century presence. Each lamp features an e...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of mid-century wall lights, Italy, 1950s. Each sconce features a bent brass arm that projects from a round brass wall plate and ends with a spherical opaline glass globe. Brass ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte Chandelier Suspension Light Mod. 1088 Glass Brass, 1959
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare 26.4" suspension lamp Mod. 1088, Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Milano circa 1959
Early vintage original chandelier with 9 dual lense sets of thick studio glass, sand blasted at...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Italian 1950s Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, Pair
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of large Italian wall sconces from the 1950s combines a minimalist silhouette with refined materials. Each light features a gently curved brass arm that rises from a circul...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Floor Lamp - Star Model
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Originally designed by Giacometti and used by Jean-Michel Frank in his pure interiors, this is an ode to both artists' work. The forged-iron base with recognizable star and patinated...
Category
1930s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Iron
$15,425 / item
Newly Refinished - Expanding Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Expertly Refinished: With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Arne Norell Pair of
Ari
Lounge Chairs in Steel and Patinated Leather 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Meer, VAN
Arne Norell Pair of 'Ari' Lounge Chairs in Steel and Patinated Leather, Sweden 1960s
A very nice pair of Arne Norell ‘Ari’ lounge chairs in steel and patinated brown / green leather...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
MCM German Abstract Artist Paul Magar - Cubist
Orphism Oil Painting on Board
By Bauhaus, Werner Drewes
Located in St. Louis, MO
Paul Magar (1909-2000) Germany. Oil on board Titled: "On the Beach " Magar a painter from Trier, studied under Wendling and Klewer. Mid-Century Modern Cubist influenced, geometric ab...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Square Onyx Marble Display Pedestal Table by Muller of Mexico
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A versatile modern pedestal from Muller of Mexico circa 1970s. It features 100% onyx construction. Very good overall condition.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Stilnovo Original Black Shade Glass Pendant Light, Italy, 1950
By Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo pendant light (marked) Italy, 1950; Applied manufacturer's label to inner shade.
Early vintage original light. Produced by the famous manufacturer Stilnovo in the 1950...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Aluminum, Chrome
Rare 1940s Metal Table Lamp Attributed to Erik Tidstrand for Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Glendale, CA
Rare 1940s Metal Table Lamp Attributed to Erik Tidstrand for Nordiska Kompaniet.
Rare Erik Tidstrand table lamp for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s. Executed in metal. Shade can be rotate...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - American of Martinsville 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Expertly Refinished: With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid-century Modern Round White Metal Large Wall or Ceiling Light, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern Round White metal Large Wall or Ceiling Light, 1950s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulbs.
Wired and sui...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 4 Dining Chairs Wood Curved Leather Beige Mid-Century Modern Italy 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Four Midcentury Modern wooden chairs in the style of Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970s
High-quality materials and precision craftsmanship give them an iconic and refined look. The chairs fea...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Murano chandelier
By Vistosi
Located in Budapest, HU
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The chandelier has 36 fantastic multicolored alabaster iridescent glasses in a nickel metal frame.
Period: late XX century
Dimensi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$1,779 / item
Midcentury Organic Modern Nakashima Style Live Edge Walnut Side or End Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An awesome studio made walnut burl side table. It features a thick cut of walnut with beautiful graining. A truly one of a kind piece.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Burl
Elegant set of 6 dining chairs "Elisabetta" by Giuseppe Gibelli for Sormani.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
GIUSEPPE GIBELLI, SORMANI, 1963
Model “Elisabetta”
Elegant set of 4 dining chairs designed by Giuseppe Gibelli for Sormani.
Fully restored – ash wood stained walnut, newly upholstere...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Rope, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster and brown rope pendant light likely designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Loss to edge as illustrated.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Overall Dimensions (inch...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Orange Metal and Brass Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1960, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Orange Metal and Brass Pair of Sconces by Stilnovo, 1960, Italy
Elegant rare high quality wall lamps.
Lamps are in very good vintage condition.
Wear consistent with age and use
The...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of Early Barcelona Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, circa 1955
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and desirable pair of early Barcelona chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll during the formative years of authorized Knoll production. Manufactured...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Large Rare Green Murano Ball Pendant Light by Doria, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large Doria Pendant light with green volcanic Murano glass ball.
High quality of materials, gives a wonderful light effect when it is on.
Sockets: One x E27 Standard Bulb up to 100...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Cristal Art Sage Green Large Oval Double Beveled Mirror, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular mid-century Italian oval mirror with a double beveled sage green crystal mirror frame. This incredibly elegant and unique mirror was designed by Cristal Art in Italy duri...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Mirror
Icy Blue Dunbar-Style Sofa with Walnut Base + Legs
Located in Round Top, TX
Midcentury Modern long icy sky blue velvet/velour sofa in low, long and lean proportions. A solid walnut stretcher and six legs, in conjunction with the color keeps this feeling ligh...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Textile
Pair of Italian 1950s Brass and Opaline Glass Minimalist Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, combining a minimalist modernist design with refined brass details. Each light features an elongated opaline glass shade with a soft, tap...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Plexiglass
Brass Large Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1950s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass & Brass Large Pair of Cinema Sconces, 1950s, Italy
Very elegant and rare cinema or theater sconces. They are large wall lamps
Manufactured in Italy
Lamps are in perfect ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Glass, Plexiglass
Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. ...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Brass Pendant Lamp with Opaline Glass Spheres
Located in Rome, IT
Italian chandelier from the 1950s, composed of a brass structure with three opaline glass shades.
Each shade is positioned on a curved brass arm, arranged around a central joint that...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair High Back Rattan Armchairs Lio Carminati Italy 1950
s
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of large tall wing back rattan armchairs w/ hand crafted construction in overall nicely aged original rich honey colored surface patina. In the style of Gio Ponti. Designer Lio ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Cane
Stunning Murano Glass Sconce Wall Light, Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This large, mid-20th-century Murano glass wall light is an outstanding example of Italian craftsmanship. A beautifully textured glass panel is mounted on a solid iron frame. The scul...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Lamp by R
J Manufacturing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer
R & J Manufacturing
Manufacturer
R & J Manufacturing
________________________________________
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history b...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll Table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
Brass polished and stove enameled
The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass flush mount designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Dramatic patina and staining on glass.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Overall Dimensions (inches...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sommerso blue Murano glass vase, style Flavio Poli, Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Original Murano glass vase Sommerso in style Flavio Poli made in Italy in the 1970s.
The vintage vase is in good vintage condition.
Dimensions:
Width: 10 cm / 4 inches
Height: 26 c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Minor staining on fabric; one shade has minor fraying seam.
Imperfection on lower stem.
Wear is cons...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Freeman Lederman Hand-Painted Ceramic Owl Figure -- Picasso Influence
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a charming hand-painted Japanese owl figure by Freeman Lederman. Dating from the 1950s, this little sculpture has a bit of a Picasso influence. It retains the original Freema...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
A trio Sommerso glass vases in purple by Gunnar Nylund Strömbergshyttan Sweden
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A striking trio of vintage Swedish Sommerso art glass vases, handblown and signed by renowned designers Gunnar Nylund and Asta Strömberg for Strömbergshyttan. Each piece showcases a ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Scandinavian Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Beautiful and well-preserved flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Norway from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Danish Mid-Century Modern Pottery Plate or Vide-poche by Michael Andersen, 1960s
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A small stoneware vintage Bornholm pottery plate or Vide-poche from Denmark. Made by the talented Michael Andersen, this plate is iconic and so typical for this company, especially w...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
L. Massoni Dilly Dally White Leather Vanity Table by Poltrona Frau, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning white “Dilly Dally” dressing table designed by Luigi Massoni and produced by Poltrona Frau in Italy during the 1960s.
In amazing c...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Light Amber Clear Glass Sconces Flush Mounts
By WILA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp.
Metal base with light amber clear glass.
1960-1970
Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by inte...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Metal
Gio Ponti Brass Flower Holder for Casa e Giardino, Italy 1940s
Located in Milan, IT
Italian brass flower vase, circa 1940s, attributed to Gio Ponti. The piece features a softly rounded, hammered brass body with a warm, naturally aged patina. The upper rim is fitted ...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Fabio Ltd, Knoll, and Edward Wormley. 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.
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