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

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.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Period: Late 20th Century

Heritage Furniture Faux Bambou Fruitwood Scalloped Glass Top Tray Coffee Table

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

Heritage Furniture Faux Bambou Fruitwood and loose Scalloped Glass Tray Top Coffee Table Measures: 45" in width, 30" in depth and 18" in height.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Faux Bamboo, Glass, Fruitwood

Heritage Furniture Faux Bambou Fruitwood Scalloped Glass Top Tray Coffee Table

$1,222 Sale Price

25% Off

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sunburst Wall Sculpture by William Friedle

By William Friedle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition This striking Brutalist sunburst wall sculpture by William Friedle captures the essence of Mid-Century Modern design with a dynamic arrangement...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sunburst Wall Sculpture by William Friedle

$1,750

Italian 1970 s Pink Veined Marble Center or Dining Pedestal Table

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite Italian 1970's marble center or dining table; with beautiful veining in shades of pink, cream, grey and beige. The pedestal base supports the circular top. Perfect for...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Marble

Italian 1970 s Pink Veined Marble Center or Dining Pedestal Table

$14,500

Womb Chair + Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1990s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Classic style womb chair in original red Knoll fabric. Ottoman 24L 20W 15H

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Womb Chair + Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

$4,700

Rare Hermès, Paris Equestrian / Horse Box c.1970

By Hermès, Ravinet D Enfert

Located in Bath, GB

A very rare example of a French mid-century modern silver plate and gold plate box by the iconic French fashion house, Hermès of Paris. A stunning design in silverplate with a gilde...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Rare Hermès, Paris Equestrian / Horse Box c.1970

$5,422

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A masterpiece of adaptability and design, this Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in solid elm represents an esteemed end-of-career highlight for the highly influential French d...

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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Elm

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

$14,875

Bruno Rey for Kush and Co, 1971, ICONIC Dining Room Chair, Model 3300

By Bruno Rey, Kusch+Co

Located in Antwerp, BE

A mid-century modern iconic chair for your living room, office or Restaurant since 1971. The design that emerged from a period of countless experiments was model 3300, the Rey chair,...

Category

1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Bruno Rey for Kush and Co, 1971, ICONIC Dining Room Chair, Model 3300

$658 / item

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano wall lights in the manner of Mazzega - red glass

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques. Wall lights have 6 red and lattimo glass petals (for each applique) in a chrome frame. Period: late 20th century Dimensions: 18.60 inches (...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano wall lights in the manner of Mazzega - red glass

$694 / set

Italian Designer, Sizable Lounge Chair, Rattan, Fabric, Italy, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A sizable lounge chair or daybed designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Overall Dimensions (inches): 57” H x 70.5” W x 51” D Seat Height (inc...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Italian Designer, Sizable Lounge Chair, Rattan, Fabric, Italy, 1970s

$9,900

Italian Midcentury Designer Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Midcentury Designer Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970 Gorgeous original chandelier, manufactured in Italy in the 1970s. The silver c...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury Designer Murano Glass Chandelier, 1970

$2,154

Italian Walnut Travertine Coffee or Cocktail Table With Bowed Edges, 1990s - 1 o

By Stone International

Located in Miami, FL

Dark walnut Italian travertine coffee or cocktail table either bowed edges circa 1990s by Stone International. Two tables available near identical color. See other listings.

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Italian Walnut Travertine Coffee or Cocktail Table With Bowed Edges, 1990s - 1 o

$2,000 Sale Price

20% Off

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A set of three bamboo, rattan and green velvet counter stools or bar stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 41.125"H x 21.8"W x 20.75"D Seat...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s

$6,800 / set

Italian Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Mazzega, 1970s

By AVMazzega, Mazzega

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Pretty Italian Amber Clear Murano Glass Wall Sconce from 1970s. This Wall Sconce was designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Italy. This Wall Sconce is equipped with 2 light s...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Metal

Italian Midcentury Amber Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Mazzega, 1970s

$568

Bergboms, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

By Bergboms

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of brass and white fabric wall lights produced by Bergboms, Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11"H x 10.75"W x 12"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) Bulbs ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Bergboms, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

$2,400 / set

Carlo Nason Model LT328 Italian Table Lamp, Pulegoso Glass, 1970s, Labeled

By Carlo Nason

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A striking and rare model LT328 table lamp designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega in the 1970s, composed of four interlocking pulegoso glass elements mounted on their original metal bas...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Carlo Nason Model LT328 Italian Table Lamp, Pulegoso Glass, 1970s, Labeled

$5,924

1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa

By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Brescia, IT

"Sistema 41" Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli 1974 Iconic Modular sofa 8 elements in orange velvet Black plastic base Upholstery original vintage (some stains on the velvet)...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa

$10,173

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Bookcase Etagere by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in North York, ON

An iconic piece of mid-century modern design, this walnut and brass bookcase étagère by Paul McCobb was crafted in the USA circa 1970’s. The sleek brass frame provides a refined arch...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Bookcase Etagere by Paul McCobb

$4,850

Suite de 4 bancs Giancarlo Piretti pour Castelli vintage en bois et aluminium

By Giancarlo Piretti

Located in BESANÇON, FR

4 bancs vintage des années 70, superbe design italien de Giancarlo Piretti pour Castelli (logo Castelli sur chaque banc), modèle Axis 3000, chaque banc est composé de 2 chaises liées...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Suite de 4 bancs Giancarlo Piretti pour Castelli vintage en bois et aluminium

$2,154 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Set of 2 White Murano glass leaves wall lamps, handmade artistic appliques

Located in Venezia, IT

Set of 2 White Murano glass leaves wall lamps in the style of Franco Luce for Seguso, handmade artistic appliques, Made in Italy lighting design...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 2 White Murano glass leaves wall lamps, handmade artistic appliques

$1,867 / set

1970s Romeo Rega Brass Floor Lamp with Original Shade , Italy

By Romeo Rega

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Classic Romeo Rega Massive floor lamp made of thick brass and enameled black detailing . Original shade . Solid construction . Contain one E26/E27 socket rated at 100 watt . ...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass, Enamel

1970s Romeo Rega Brass Floor Lamp with Original Shade , Italy

$3,000

Pair Italian Mid-Century Chrome Wall Lights by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani, Max Sauze

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Pair Italian Mid-Century Chrome Wall Lights by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s Minimal, modern and shiny pair of wall lights made of stainless steel. The mounting plate is made of painted ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair Italian Mid-Century Chrome Wall Lights by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

$1,436 / set

Italian Midcentury Brass Personal Valet With Lacquered Wood Shoulder

Located in Vienna, AT

Italian brass and wood valtet made in the late 1950s. In a very good original condition.

Category

1990s German Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italian Midcentury Brass Personal Valet With Lacquered Wood Shoulder

$950

Pair of Large Brass and Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of Gio Ponti style wall lamps. The body of the chandelier is characterized by two cylindrical lampshades in white Murano glass, arranged symmetrically; the cylinders measure 38 ...

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large Brass and Murano Glass Sconces in the Style of Gio Ponti

$4,668 / set

San Gimignano Italian Ceramic Plate from the 1970s

Located in Milano, MI

San Giminiano Italian ceramic plate, handprinted and realized in the 1970s. The plate pattern and decoration is typical of the centre of Ital...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

San Gimignano Italian Ceramic Plate from the 1970s

$330 Sale Price

20% Off

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by The Fong Brothers, Los Angeles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of six dining chairs in rattan and whicker designed and manufactured in Los Angeles California by The Fong Brothers company. The pieces are very comfortable, they can be used in...

Category

1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by The Fong Brothers, Los Angeles

$5,950 / set

Pink Grapes Ca rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Giovanni Dalla Fina, 1980s

By Giovanni Dalla Fina

Located in Villaverla, IT

This exquisite Murano glass chandelier, a true masterpiece by the renowned Italian artisan Giovanni Dalla Fina, dates back to 1980 and embodies the vibrant artistry of the era. This ...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pink Grapes Ca rezzonico Chandelier in Murano Glass Giovanni Dalla Fina, 1980s

$22,741

Italian Designer Mid-Century Pine Wood And Cane Table Lamp, 1970s

By Erik Höglund, AB Stilarmatur Tranås

Located in Valencia, VC

Italian Mid-Century Pine Wood & Cane Table Lamp, 1970s A very charming Italian designer Mid-Century table lamp from the 1970s. This piece features a beautifully turned pine wood bas...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Italian Designer Mid-Century Pine Wood And Cane Table Lamp, 1970s

$634

Dijkstra spring arm Wall Lamp 1970s Holland

By Dijkstra

Located in Den Haag, NL

Beathiful swing arm Wall Lamp . love the Color combination . Rose Gold and the Mocha Brown ,comes with its original Fading Brown Acrylic shade . Good condition . Large E27 bulb nee...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Acrylic

Dijkstra spring arm Wall Lamp 1970s Holland

$766

Large three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - pink albaster

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large glass tubes. The alabaster technique created in Venetian g...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Large three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - pink albaster

$2,872

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and white-lacquered metal flush mount produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.0"H x 13.15"W x 13.15"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) Bulbs Number...

Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Flush Mount, Pine, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

$1,250

Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller

By Howard Miller

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage Pendulum Wall Clock manufactured by Howard Miller, circa 1970's. This stand out piece features stunning zebra wood grains and a polished chrome pendulum. Keeps time with an 8...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Zebrawood and Chrome Wall Clock by Howard Miller

$2,600

Dior Set of Six Charger Plates in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s

By Dior Home

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous set of six octagonal charger plates in vibrant tortoiseshell effect lucite. This incredibly stylish and unique set is attributed to a Dior Home production and was produced ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass

Dior Set of Six Charger Plates in Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite, Italy 1970s

$1,077 / set

Hanging lamp Model ‘Neverinno’ In Murano Glass by Gae Aulenti for Vetreria Visto

By Gae Aulenti

Located in Delft, NL

Hanging lamp Model ‘Neverinno’ In Murano Glass by Gae Aulenti for Vetreria Vistosi , 1970s Italy

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Hanging lamp Model ‘Neverinno’ In Murano Glass by Gae Aulenti for Vetreria Visto

$1,436

Faux Marble Column End / Side Table / Pedestal

By Karl Springer

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Faux Marble column base side / end table

Category

1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Faux Marble Column End / Side Table / Pedestal

$795

Vintage Pair of Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Roanoke, VA

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel chairs in textured leopard upholstery with fabric-wrapped bases. Chairs are very comfortable and swivel nicely, heavy and and g...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Textile

Vintage Pair of Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs

$3,400 / set

Applique di Toni Zuccheri per Venini in vetro di Murano, Anni 70

By Toni Zuccheri

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

Applique di Toni Zuccheri per Venini in vetro di Murano, Made in Italy, Anni '70. Straordinaria Applique quadrata da parete in vetro di Murano soffiato sagomato a mano con rilievi ir...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Applique di Toni Zuccheri per Venini in vetro di Murano, Anni 70

$1,436

MCM Design "CARIMATE" Style Dining Chairs, Italy 1970 s

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design "CARIMATE" Style Model Dining Chair set of 6. Made in Italy, 1960's / 70's period. Designed after the Vico Magistretti Carimate model chair. ...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rush, Beech

MCM Design "CARIMATE" Style Dining Chairs, Italy 1970 s

$2,633 / set

Mid Century Modern Koch Lowy Brass Pharmacy Reading Adjustable Floor Lamp

By Koch Lowy

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Koch Lowy Brass Adjustable Pharmacy Reading Floor Lamp w/ Dimmer. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: Adjustable Height: 39"- 47" H x 18" W x 6" D...

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Koch Lowy Brass Pharmacy Reading Adjustable Floor Lamp

$450

Rare Top Quality Murano Vintage Chandelier, 26 Pink Glasses Tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 26 pink glass tubes with a particular shape Period: late 20th centur...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Rare Top Quality Murano Vintage Chandelier, 26 Pink Glasses Tube

$1,556 / item

Le Corbusier LC2 Longue Chair Italy 1980s

By Le Corbusier

Located in Čelinac, BA

Le Corbusier LC2 Longue Chair Italy 1980s

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Le Corbusier LC2 Longue Chair Italy 1980s

$1,370

Milo Baughman, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Leather, Steel, USA, 1972

By Milo Baughman

Located in High Point, NC

An early-production bronze-plated steel and cream-white leather lounge chair with ottoman, designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin, USA, c. 1972. Provenance: From th...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Steel

Milo Baughman, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Leather, Steel, USA, 1972

$15,500

Esperia Italia 1970 Chrome Metal Minimalist Pendant Chandelier

By Esperia

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Minimalist 1970s Chrome Metal Trumpet Lamp

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Esperia Italia 1970 Chrome Metal Minimalist Pendant Chandelier

$628 Sale Price

30% Off

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Leaf Wall Mirror by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury wonderful leaf wall mirror in bamboo and rattan by Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. The original label is still attached as shown in the pictures. Vivai ...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Leaf Wall Mirror by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s

$3,088

Kai Ruokonen Finnmark Floor Lamp for the Vaakuna Hotel, Orno, 1970s

By Kai Ruokonen, Orno Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

An iconic Scandinavian Design lamp "Finnmark", designed by Kai Ruokonen and manufactured by Orno Oy in the 1970s for the Vaakuna Hotel in Helsinki, Finland. The same model was also used later in the Palace Hotel Helsinki. A very simple yet elegant heavy duty lamp in full brass with a beautiful patina. There is something magical about the coldness of brass and the warmth of the light filtering through the shade. The condition is consistent with age, showing some signs of normal use and wear, but the overall impression is good. The heavy patina on the bottom part of the lamp is actually really nice and adds an exceptionally authentic vintage look. The electricity is original and in working condition, however we do recommend it to be changed to current standards. *An identical lamp is featured in a video by Architectural Digest showcasing legendary "Blink 182" drummer Travis Barkers...

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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Kai Ruokonen Finnmark Floor Lamp for the Vaakuna Hotel, Orno, 1970s

$17,714

Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass transparent petals drop

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Gorgeous Italian vintage chandelier made from 85 great hourglass Murano glass (transparent crystal, smooth outside, with crystal powder and then rough inside). 7 levels. Nickel plat...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Glass

Huge Italian vintage Murano glass chandelier - 85 glass transparent petals drop

$5,027

Mid Century Wall Lights Sconces (5x) Hemp Paper Uchiwa Style Ingo Maurer

By Ingo Maurer

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Wall Lights Sconces (5x) Hemp Paper Uchiwa Style Ingo Maurer Sold as a set of 5 pieces. Nice set of 5 woven hemp paper uchiwa shades in the style of Ingo Maurer. Made fr...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Wall Lights Sconces (5x) Hemp Paper Uchiwa Style Ingo Maurer

$3,500 / set

Paul Evans Signed Dated Rectangular Sculpted Bronze and Glass Cocktail Table

By Paul Evans

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful and iconic Brutalist sculpted bronze "Stalagmite" was realized by the fabled designed Paul Evans in in 1970. It features a welded sculptural and heavily textured bronz...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Paul Evans Signed Dated Rectangular Sculpted Bronze and Glass Cocktail Table

$18,475

Mid-Century Chrome Rocking Lounge Chairs w/ Button Detailing by Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

This pair of Mid-Century Modernist rocking lounge chairs, fabricated by the iconic American designer Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1960, is a quintessential example of mod...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome Rocking Lounge Chairs w/ Button Detailing by Milo Baughman

$6,975 / set

1970 s Mid -Century Bronze Vases by Esa Fedrigolli

By Esa Fedrigolli

Located in New York, NY

Set of 2 1970's Italian Handcrafted and signed Bronze vases by Esa Fedrigolli The Organically shaped vases depict forms of lines in the shape of waves. Each vase has created its own...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1970 s Mid -Century Bronze Vases by Esa Fedrigolli

$2,950 / set

Giancarlo Piretti Green "Alky" Italian Chairs by Anonima Castelli, Italy

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Fantastic Alky" chairs in a stunning vibrant green soft fabric. Designed by Giancarlo Piretti during the 1970s and produced by Anonima Castelli in Italy. Signed on the chrome feet. ...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Giancarlo Piretti Green "Alky" Italian Chairs by Anonima Castelli, Italy

$1,915 / item

Mid-Century Italian Rattan and Brass Baskets/ Centerpieces, 1970s

Located in Valencia, VC

Pair of Italian Natural Fiber and Brass Trays, 1970s Large vintage trays handmade in Italy, circa 1970s. Woven natural fiber with brass trim. In the style of Gabriella Crespi, Vivai...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Rattan and Brass Baskets/ Centerpieces, 1970s

$1,974 / set

Impressive three-Tier Murano SMOKED Glass Tube Chandelier - 52 glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Budapest, HU

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 52 large SMOKED glass tubes in a star shape. Period: late XX century ...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Impressive three-Tier Murano SMOKED Glass Tube Chandelier - 52 glasses

$2,872

Set of six italian wood chairs leather seats by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, 1970s

By Mario Marenco, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in Nicolosi, IT

This set of six sculptural dining chairs is a stunning example of Italian modernist design from the 1970s. Designed by the renowned duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa, the chairs feature a di...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of six italian wood chairs leather seats by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, 1970s

$3,351 Sale Price / set

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Mid Century Italian Modern Waterfall Laminate Console Table or Desk in Beige

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A long narrow console table or sofa table from the early to mid 1980's. It features a waterfall edge design in shiny beige laminate. Clean and ready to use condition.

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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Mid Century Italian Modern Waterfall Laminate Console Table or Desk in Beige

$1,900

Mario Bellini B&B Camaleonda Lounge Chair in leather

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Argelato, BO

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge chair in original cognac leather, 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970 fo...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mario Bellini B&B Camaleonda Lounge Chair in leather

$5,266

Mid-century modern wooden bookcase cabinet modular by Jan De Vries, Italy, 1970s

By Maisa

Located in Nicolosi, IT

A true exemplar of 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern design, this modular bookcase system was created by Jan De Vries for Maisa di Seveso. Its playful yet refined composition consists...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Mid-century modern wooden bookcase cabinet modular by Jan De Vries, Italy, 1970s

$7,779

Ubald Klug for De Sede — DS-1025 “Terrazza” Sofa in Patinated Leather, 1970s

By De Sede, Ubald Klug

Located in Almelo, NL

Ubald Klug for De Sede — DS-1025 “Terrazza” Sofa in Patinated Leather, 1970s Original DS-1025 “Terrazza” landscape sofa element by Ubald Klug for De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Iconic...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ubald Klug for De Sede — DS-1025 “Terrazza” Sofa in Patinated Leather, 1970s

$14,500

Mid-Century Modern Oak Brass Arc Floor Lamp by Nova

By Nova Lighting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Oak, Brass, Original Shade Condition: Original Vintage Condition

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Oak Brass Arc Floor Lamp by Nova

$950

Murano Sommerso Opal Pink White Italian Art Glass Puppy Dog Figurine Sculpture

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso opalescent pink and white Italian art glass puppy dog figurine / sculpture. The piece was created in the style of designer Archimede Segu...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass, Glass

Murano Sommerso Opal Pink White Italian Art Glass Puppy Dog Figurine Sculpture

$500

Italian vintage Murano chandelier in the manner of Mazzega - 41 glass petals

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Huge Italian vintage Murano chandelier made by 41 glass petals (transparent and white “lattimo”) in a chrome frame. Period: Late XX century Dimensions: 46 inches (117 cm) height wit...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Italian vintage Murano chandelier in the manner of Mazzega - 41 glass petals

$1,974

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