Mid-Century Modern Paintings
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
Gray Abstract Painting by Artist Planet, circa 1960, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This late 19th-century English stereoscope viewer, crafted from richly hued wood, offers a charming glimpse into Victorian visual entertainment. Included are sepia-toned viewing card...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Painting by Guy Vandenbranden - Belgium, 1992
Located in Brussels, BE
Painting by Guy Vandenbranden - Belgium, 1992
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Fashion Sketch by Ginette Roger, France, 1940
s
Located in Austin, TX
Gouache on paper fashion sketch by Ginette Roger, in new custom gilt frame. France, 1940's
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
1978 Oil on Canvas by Roy Carruthers
Located in North Miami, FL
1978 oil on canvas paint by artist, Roy Carruthers (1938) from South Africa. This painting is titled “A Message from Magritte”. It is signed and dated by the artist. It is extremely big and very detailed. One of the best painting...
Category
Mid-20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Oil Painting, Self Portrait by John Mackay
Located in London, GB
A beautifully executed self portrait in oil on canvass, by the well known British artist John Mackay.
This was made in the mid 1990’s, we obtained it directly from the artists est...
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Abstract Original Signed Painting by Arlene Carr
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning original oil on canvas abstract with multitudes of blue waves by the artist Arlene Carr.
Signed at bottom. Frame appears to be new.
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Very Fine Painting, Oil on Canvas, Signed on the Back " K.J. 60"
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Very fine painting, oil on canvas, signed on the back " K.J. 60".
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Mid-Century Modern Green Landscape Painting Semmering Max Dättl 1961 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern landscape green painting watercolor by Max Dättl (1894-1989)
A delicate and delightful landscape watercolor painting on fibre board shows a motif in Lower Austria ...
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Natural Fiber
Abstract Painting, Geometric Style, Canvas, France, 1979, Excellent
Located in Antwerp, BE
Painting by René Roche; 1979; Contemporary painting; post-war artwork; Graphic artwork.
Exhibited in the exhibition 'Espace et abstraction' in Palais Sai...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$10,800 Sale Price
49% Off
Painting by Sven Hansson, Sweden, 1993
By Sven Hansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Painting by Sven Hansson,
Sweden. 1993.
Gouache on paper.
Signed.
Measurements:
H: 73 cm / 2' 9 3/4"
W: 69.5 cm / 2' 3 1/2"
D: 6 cm / 2 1/2".
Working in a purely geometric, non-f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Paper
Seated Nude in An Interior Oil on Canvas by István Csók
Located in Long Island City, NY
Seated nude in an interior Oil on Canvas by István Csók (Hungarian, 1865-1961), signed and dated 'CSOK 911' on the bottom left.
Category
20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Cobra Oil Painting, Signed
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Fine and decorative cobra oil painting, signed. Mid-Century Modern.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
No Title
Located in Mexico City, MX
Sergio Hernández is a Mexican painter originally from Oaxaca, a forerunner of the legacy of renowned artists such as Francisco Toledo. Within his work we can see elements typical of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
$15,000
Large Painting of Seated Figure in Blue by John Kaine, 1960
s
Located in London, GB
The abstract life painting of a seated figure by John Kaine 1960's was executed in acrylic paint on board framed with pine wood.
As we gaze upon what seems to a sited figure at a tab...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Martin Wollmer, Abstract Modern Painting, Cobra Artist
By Martin Wollmer
Located in Voorburg, NL
Very nice abstract modern painting by Martin Wollmer, Koln Germany, circa 1960. This is a very nice and early work by Martin Wollmer who pain...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Abstract Painting on Canvas, Geometric Style, France, 1979, Signed
Located in Antwerp, BE
European, Contemporary Abstract Painting by René Roche on Canvas, Late 20th Century; France;
Painting by René Roche, 1979, contemporary painting, post-w...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$10,800 Sale Price
49% Off
Painting by Nils Johansson
Located in London, GB
Nils Johansson (1922-2014).
Acrylic paint on paper.
Abstract composition.
Sweden, mid 20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Mixed-Media Floral Art Signed Oshino Okuda
By Oshino Okuda
Located in West Hartford, CT
Mixed-media collage on board by Hawaiian artist Oshino Okuda. The colors are fabulous. Signed/hallmarks on back.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Framed Art Painting of serene scene
Located in Seattle, WA
Beautifully framed painting depicting a bird tending to its nest. Detail is incredible with nice colors. Seems to be patina to the overall piece.
Dimensions. 18 W ; 15 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
1980s Signed Multi Color Painting of Playing and Dancing
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible original signed painting in golden frame. Subject is a group of people dancing and playing.
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Woman in Purple Coat and Hat Artwork
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century woman in purple coat and hat artwork
This piece measures: 24.5 wide x 20 inches high
This piece of artwork is in good vinta...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Architectural Study Painting by Richard Bobby, 1966
By Richard Bobby
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A very large, oil on canvas, rendering of a future building for Crest Corp drawn in 1966 of John F. Kennedy Blvd in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Signed "Richard Bobby 9.66 Crest Corp ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Still Life Painting on Canvas, Victor Petré, Belgium, circa 1960
Located in Brussels, BE
Still life painting on canvas, Victor Petré, Belgium, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Drawing View of an Oriental Port
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Drawing on paper under glass, framed, signed Luez, 20th century. View of an Oriental port.
Measures: H: 24.5 cm, W: 30.5 cm, D: 1.5 cm.
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
$807 Sale Price
20% Off
Mexican MCM Veracruz Woman Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Mexico City, MX
Magnificent Mexican MCM watercolor on paper depicting a Veracruz woman donning the traditional white cotton and lace "jarocho" dress posing by an Industria...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Michael Doré "the Venetian Blond" Oil on Panel Signed and Dated 1967
By Yves Rhayé
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Michael Doré (1922) "Le blond vénitien" oil on panel signed and dated 1967
Michael DORÉ is an artist born in Belgium in 1922.
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Vintage Mid Century Modern Traditional Watercolor Painting of Scenic Landscape
Located in Seattle, WA
The watercolor painting depicts a serene agricultural landscape with neatly arranged rows of crops extending toward the horizon. The fields are rendered in warm, earthy tones, captur...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
Georges Vaxelaire, Oil on Canvas "Composition Géométrique", 1974, Belgium
Located in Brussels, BE
Georges Vaxelaire, oil on canvas "composition géométrique", 1974, Belgium.
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Brussels Street Scene Painting on Canvas, Victor Petré, Belgium, circa 1960
Located in Brussels, BE
Brussels street scene painting on canvas, Victor Petré, Belgium, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil on Canvas "Gitane with a Mandolin" Signed and Dated 67
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Oil on canvas "Gitane with a mandolin" signed and dated 67, signature to decipher.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Esteban Cruz Acrylic on Cardboard Decorative Cube
By Esteban Cruz
Located in Mexico City, MX
Acrylic on cardboard cube painting by Mexican artist Esteban Cruz. The painting features different shapes of Maori and geometric inspiration. Signed and d...
Category
1980s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Fine Decorative Painting, Signed "K.J. 59"
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Very decorative and fine painting, oil on canvas, signed on the front "K.J. 59". Stunning colors that would suit any living room.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Vintage Boho Abstract Painting Oil on Canvas Signed by the Artist
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning example of mid-century abstract expressionism, this signed oil on canvas is a masterclass in color and form. The artist, G. Hoon, creates a dynamic visual landscape with a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Roger Capron Decorative Ceramic Plaque
By Roger Capron
Located in Grenoble, FR
Roger Capron decorative ceramic plaque.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Michael Dore, "Tombe De Chefs", Oil on Canvas, circa 1970
By Michael Doré
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Michael Dore, "Tombe De Chefs", oil on canvas, circa 1970.
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Mid-century Pop Art Red Still Life Drawing Sketch by Salvatore Grippi, 1960s Mod
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous red monochrome Pop Art still-life drawing on paper, in the midst of the artist’s untitled table series of which I have a few large canvases listed. Don't miss this treasure!
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Modern Abstract Painting by Wes Olmsted Entitled “Cave Painting", 1963
By Wes Olmsted
Located in Buffalo, NY
Westley G. Olmsted (1934-2011) was a painter and sculptor. He was born in Buffalo, New York, and was a distant relative Frederick law Olmsted, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Abstract Artwork on canvas ( no wood frame )
Located in Seattle, WA
Artwork is on canvas material, without the wooden frame. Abstract Art, believed to be vintage. Would be ideal in frame. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item ...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Yves Rhayé, Large Oil on Canvas
By Yves Rhayé
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Yves Rhayé (1936-1995)
large oil on canvas.
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Portrait of a Man in Giltwood Frame
Located in Buchanan, MI
Artist unknown (American, 20th century) portrait of a man.
Oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated 1943.
Measures: 30" x 25" frame: 37.75" x 32.75".
Excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Giltwood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Signed Scenic Forest Nature Painting on Canvas.
Located in Seattle, WA
This Vintage painting on fabric canvas depicts an abstract Forest nature scenic landscape. It is signed and in mid century modern style. This Piece has nice patina and character. Vin...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"The Temple of Dendur" Painting by Eugene Berman
Located in New York, NY
Pen, ink and gouache on paper, painting "The Temple of Dendur' by Eugene Berman. Signed and dated, 1964.
Framed size is 28.25 x 22.25.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Gouache
Bram Bogart "Brown, Black and Blue Composition" painting Signed
Located in Paris, FR
Bram Bogart, Gouache, signed and dated 1969.
"Brown, black and blue composition". Measures: 60 × 90 cm.
The Belgian artist Bram Bogart, whose real name is Abraham van den Bogaart, wa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Mid-Century Modern, Silkscreen on paper by Agenore Fabbri 1971, signed-numbered
Located in Milan, IT
Silkscreen on paper by Agenore Fabbri, 1971
Silkscreen created on a white paper background with a black figurative-abstract design.
At the bottom right there is the signature, while ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Continental School, Painting of a Parrot Perched above an assortment fruit.
Located in Long Island City, NY
Continental School, Painting of a Parrot Perched above an assortment fruit.
Dimensions: 30"H x 24"W x 1.75"D
Period: 20th Century
Condition: Good Condition. Wear consistent with age...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Dramatic
Neue Sachlichkeit
Anatomical Drawing of the Lower Face by Beeldens
By Beeldens
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic anatomical drawing of the lower face by Beeldens, Belgium, 1935.
Signed on upper right. Pencil on paper.
The Neue Sachlichkeit (new matt...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pencil
$1,400 Sale Price
59% Off
Vintage Framed and Signed Original Painting of Potted Plant.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly acrylic on Canvas. Beautiful tones of brown and green. Signed in the Lower Corner. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 41 W ; 1 D ; 29 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Boho Original Abstract Expressionist Still Life on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Inject a burst of artistic energy and vintage flair into your decor with this original Abstract Expressionist still life painting on canvas. This dynamic piece captures the essence o...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage Signed Original Watercolor Painting of Panda Bear Study.
Located in Seattle, WA
Similar Works Available. Possibly Watercolor or Pen. Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 12 W ; 18 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Framed Lithograph of Woman With Hand Painted Highlights.
Located in Seattle, WA
Approximately Circa 1925. Beautiful Petina on the Art, as well as the Frame. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 16 1/2 W ; 1 D ; 21 H
Category
1920s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Signed Waterfall and Hunter Landscape Artwork.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Artwork of Hunter Gaging Upon Waterfall Landscape. Possibly Watercolor on Paper. Signed in the Lower Corner D Cook as Pictured. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictu...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Landscape Artwork on Paper of Beached Boat.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Artwork of Abstract Landscape Focussing on a Beached Boat. Possibly Watercolor on Paper. Unsigned Original. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 20...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Steffen Jørgen Oil Painting “Desargues, Konfiguration X”
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large oil painting “Desargues, konfiguration X” by Steffen Jørgensen.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
1970s Vintage Boho Tree Lithograph on Paper
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of natural elegance and contemplative charm to your space with this vintage Boho tree lithograph, thoughtfully framed in a sleek shadowbox...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vintage Stamped and Signed Abstract Cityscape Artwork
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Watercolor on Paper. Signed JP Gaston and Stamped in Lower Corner as Pictured. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 22 W ; 1/4 D ; 18 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Signed Original Forest and Mountain Landscape Artwork.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Artwork of Abstract Landscape Focusing on a Mountain and Trees.Possibly Watercolor on Paper. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 20 1/2 W ; 1/8 D ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Original Framed Signed Abstract City Scape Artwork.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Watercolor or Acrylic on Paper. Signed Phil Flash. Wood Frame With Wire Cord For Hanging on the Back. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 27 W ; ...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Original Artwork of Waterfall Landscape on Paper.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Watercolor or Pen on Paper. Unsigned Landscape Art of Mountains and waterfall. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured
Dimensio...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Original Female Nude Portrait
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Pastel or Mixed Media Artwork.Matted with Brown Border. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 16 W ; 20 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Vintage Signed and Numbered Abstract Nautical Artwork
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Art Print of Abstract Sailing Boats. Possibly Watercolor on Paper.Signed JPGaston as Pictured.
Dimensions. 15 W ; 1/8 D ; 23 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
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