Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
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 legendary 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.
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
Vintage Brown Wooden Grain Etched Salt Glazed Stoneware Jug with Handles Signed
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signed by the artisan, this vintage brown wooden grain etched salt glazed stoneware jug with handles showcases intricate carved lines reminiscent of aged wood, enhancing its rustic c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Green and white art Glass Bowl by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors signed 1958 Sweden
By Paul Kedelv, Flygsfors
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing a remarkable green and white art glass bowl from 1958, crafted by Paul Kedelv for Flygsfors. This stunning piece exemplifies Scandinavian modern design, featuring sleek l...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Copper and Black Metal candle Holders from Sweden, 1950s
Located in Søgne, NO
Elevate your home décor with these exquisite candle holders, crafted in the style reminiscent of Gunnar Ander and Ystad craftsmanship. Perfect for small candles, these holders are a ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Copper
Holmegaard Blue Art Glass Bowl
By Holmegaard
Located in Vallejo, CA
A mid century Danish oval art glass bowl by Holmegaard. Great organic shape made of thick glass in. vibrant blue color.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano Red Black Italian Art Glass Baby Bird Figurine Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and rare, vintage Murano hand blown red and black Italian art glass mini baby bird figurine. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso, and it still retains the original "Arc...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
"Male Nudes at Midnight", Rare Laguna Beach Box w/ Male Bathers, 1951-52
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and striking example of Pat and Covey Stewart's "Bathers" series of ceramic pieces, this box depicts four male nude figures -- two on the lid and two in the interior -- bathin...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Art Glass Vase By Josef Hospodka, Chribska Glass
Located in Zohor, SK
Introducing this exquisite large glass vase, a stunning piece of craftsmanship from the 1960s. This bowl was meticulously handcrafted at the renowned Chribska Glassworks in Czechoslo...
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Decorative Wooden Board With Dutch Folk Delft Style Tiles.
Located in Seattle, WA
Could be Used as Decoration or as a Small Charcuterie Board. White Tile with Blue Motif. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimensions. 4 1/2 D ; 1/2 D ; 11 H
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Lucite Mushroom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1970's Abstract Lucite Mushroom Sculpture. Entire piece breaks down for easy and careful shipping! Free Shipping! Beautiful eye catching object!
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Lucite
French Ceramic Majolica Sculpture of Monkey Playing Tambourine
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical French ceramic majolica hand-painted pottery sculpture of a money playing the tambourine. The large sculpture is beautifully detailed with bright, vivid colors depicted in ...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique French Whisky Glass Bottle, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antique French whisky glass bottle.
By unknown manufacturer, France, circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, pre...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Italian Ceramic Vase by Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid-Century Modern Glaze ceramic red vase by Bitossi 1960s.
Stamp on the bottom made in Italy, original ceramic in typical Bitossi red colour.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1950's Walter Bosse Solid Brass Rooster Figure
By Walter Bosse
Located in Bern, CH
1950's Solid Brass figure of a Rooster by Walter Bosse, Austria.
Beautiful mid century decorative decorative piece to finish off a sideboard, mantlepiece or shelving unit.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Modernist Japanese Cast Iron Bird Sculpture 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized cast iron bird sculpture from Japan. Fantastic incised design. Nice patina throughout. Stamped JAPAN. 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Vintage Italian Murano Glass Pop Art Style Pair of Signed Vases, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Pair of vintage Pop Art style Mid-Century Modern Murano glass vases. Their thick exterior layers in vibrant orange and yellow hues, along with the distinctive white casing on the ora...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Bitossi Bowl, White and Gold, Abstract, Signed
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi bowl, white and gold, abstract, signed. Small to medium scale bowl with gold abstract glaze over white with two tiny cutout handles near the top edge. Organic, wavy free edge...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Anthony Redmile Mounted Horns
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1970s Anthony Redmile mounted horns with silver plated details and polished tiger eye
Signed and stamped on the base.
Good vintade overall condition
Category
1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Italian Large Ceramic Vase Hand Painted
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Torquoise Ceramic large vase hand painted in gold 1960.
Large vase with gold flowers painted around the whole vase.
Tiny crack at the bottom.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Lamborghini Rowing Machine
By Lamborghini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian vintage Lamborghini oak wood rowing machine.Rowing machine is in good vintage condition . Previously we have one in our office on the wall.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Decorative French Studio Pottery Ceramic Vessel or Jar
Located in Miami, FL
This handcrafted, vintage French ceramic vessel is carefully decorated over a white base and contains lovely details.
Measures 5 1/8" diameter x 5 1/8" high
Very good condition, ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Murano Glass Rhinoceros Designed by Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a beautifully blown, somerso Murano glass rhinoceros. This piece was designed by Antonio Da Ros and blown by Fabio Tosi for Cenedese Ve...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Abstract Mid-Century Modern Organic Wooden Sculpture, 1960's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Abstract Mid-Century Modern Organic Wooden Sculpture, 1960's
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Huge Flavio Poli Seguso Purple Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Munich, DE
Huge and heavy Flavio Poli Murano Glass Vase in pink, purple and clear Murano Glass. Made for Seguso in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Purple and Yellow Faceted Art Glass Vase
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lovely faceted Sommerso glass vase in purple, yellow and clear glass. Attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso. Italy, 1960s.
Burgundy / purple glass with a layer in yellow glass submer...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sommerso, Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass
Pair of French Sconces by Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
Very elegant pair of gold color hand sconces by Arlus with white glass shades coming from an apartment in Paris fully furnished with furniture and items designed by the most known ...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Mid century modern Murano vase in amber colored glass
Located in Palermo, PA
Mid-century modern Murano vase in beautiful amber-colored glass. It's just as stunning with or without flowers. Perfect for a bedside table, bathroom setting, or entrance.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Mid-Century Italian Pink Cased Empoli Glass Pitchers Vases Apothecary Jars
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very pretty set of seven 1960s Italian Empoli Rossini and Stelvio Opalina Fiorentina cased glass vases, decanters and candy or apothecary jars. In sweet baby pink tone colours. A pre...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Angelo Mangiarotti "8532" Black Marble Bowl for Knoll International c. 1960s
Located in St. Louis, MO
Angelo Mangiarotti sculptural Nero Marquina "black" Sculptural marble ashtray, nuts or candy bowl for Knoll International, model # 8532. In excellent condition, little to no use, ver...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Barbini Style White Blown Glass Vase with Footed Base
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage handblown glass vase with footed base in white opaque glass. The vase has a rounded urn form with Neoclassical / Mid-Century Modern inspired design and features tripod legs i...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Danish Modern Brass Candlesticks by Max Bruel for Torben Orskov
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish modern brass candlesticks, designed by Max Bruel for Torben Orskov, Denmark, circa 1960s. They retain their warm original patina. They are priced at $175 each.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Chrome Glass and Briar Wood Pocket Emptier in Christian Dior Style
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury chrome glass and briarwood pocket emptier. This fantastic piece was designed in Christian Dior Style during the 1980s.
The...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pamela Stump Walsh Abstract Figural Bronze Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the evocative power of mid-century modern art with this striking abstract figurative bronze sculpture by renowned Michigan artist Pamela Stump Walsh (American, 1928-2008). Cr...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Murano Pink Black White Alternating Ribbons Italian Art Glass Decorative Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, vintage Murano hand blown black and pink ribbons over white Italian art glass folded rim decorative bowl. Created in the manner of designer Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Ribbon
Fratelli Toso Murano White Aventurine Ribbons Italian Art Glass Hourglass Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and tall, vintage Murano hand blown white Zanfirico ribbons and copper aventurine flecks Italian art glass decorative hourglass corseted vase. It is documented to the Frate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Hand-Crafted Red Murano Vase, Italy, 1970
By Flavio Poli
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian vase designed by Flavio Poli in the 1970´s. The vase is hand-crafted in faceted Murano glass with a polygonal shape, in different colors with predominant red.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Hanns Peter Krafft decorative sheep pair Germany 1980s
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very decorative pair of sheep designed by Hanns Peter Krafft and manufactured by Meier, Germany 1982. These life-sized sheep show a clear inspiration drawn from Francois Xavier Lalan...
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Fur, Leather, Wood
David Cressey Flame Glaze Planter for Architectural Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stoneware planter by David Cressey for the Pro/Artisan collection by Architectural Pottery with Cressey’s signature “Flame Glaze.” This one showcases a lively turquoise and golden oc...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Large Hammered Copper and Brass Footed Jardiniere
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Beautiful hammered copper with brass feet and handles jardiniere, that can be use for ice beverages, plants or as centerpiece with your favorite items
Nice details on the elevated ...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Copper
Carl Aubock Turkish Walnut Wooden Bowl with Brass Handles
Located in Chicago, IL
Carl Aubock Turkish Walnut Wooden Bowl with Brass Handles, Produced by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria, c. 1955
Turkish walnut, brass
Dimensions:
4.25"high
14.25"wide
8.50" deep
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Gio Ponti Hand Sculpture by Sabattini
Located in Chicago, IL
Gio Ponti Hand Sculpture by Sabattini Silver-Plated Metal made in Italy 1978
Dimensions:
13½ h × 3¾ w × 3¼ d in
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Illuminating Gilt Brass and Agate Sculpture/Clock by Richard and Isabelle Faure
Located in New York, NY
FAURE (Richard and Isabelle): Large illuminating clock\sculpture crafted from gilt brass and agate, adorned with a bird spreading its wings, highlighted with mica. Created by Richard...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Brass
Jim Rose Two Door - Six Drawer Cupboard Maquette, Solid Cast Iron Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose
Two Door - Six Drawer Cupboard Maquette
Solid Cast Iron w/ Steel Nail Heads
6h x 4.25w x 2d in
15.24h x 10.79w x 5.08d cm
JR0274
Jim Rose
b. 1966, d. 2023
Bio:
Born in I...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Iron
Barovier Murano Emerald Green Gold Flecks Abstract Design Italian Art Glass Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown gold flecks and emerald green abstract swirl design Italian art glass bowl or ashtray. Documented to designer Ercole Barovier for the Barovier e T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage leather paper waste bin
Located in TILBURG, NL
Mid Century Modern full leather paper waste bucket. In used condition with nice 'Rock & Roll' patina. Oval shaped top, round bottom.
Not sure about the country of origin but possibly...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Large Art Glass Bowl By Frantisek Zemek For Glass Factory Mstisov, Czechosl
Located in Zohor, SK
This is an impressive art glass bowl! Large in its size, heavy and full of wonderful details. It was designed by Frantisek Zemek as a part of his Niagara collection. Produced by Glas...
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Murano Twist Glass Picture Frame by Venini
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Modern Murano twist light blue glass and brass picture frame.
Suits for 5x7" picture.
A thick Murano glass picture frame in light blue color designed and manufactured by V...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
RONSON 1960 Germany Varaflame Scandia Lighter Box Cedar & Brushed Aluminum
By Scandia Design, Ronson
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist geometric cigarette box designed by Ronson for Scandia.
An exceptional and very beautiful desk box, created in West Germany by The Ronson Co. for Scandia. This piece was m...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Large Barovier Toso Murano Red White Silver Flecks Heart Shaped Art Glass Bowl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Huge Midcentury Italian Murano Heart Centerpiece Bowl, Red and White Glass, Silver Flecks
Monumental hand blown Murano Sommerso heart shaped bowl in red and white glass with silver f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
rare blue crystal Daum vase
By Daum
Located in Brooklyn, NY
rare blue version of the Sorcy vase in thin crystal , circa 1950's
unsigned
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Cartier Modern Sterling Silver Frame for Portrait or Landscape Picture
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
American Midcentury Modern sterling silver picture frame. Retailed by Cartier in New York. Rectangular window in wide and flat surround. With glass, paper lining, and wood laminate b...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Italian Murano Twist Glass Picture Frame by Venini
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Modern Murano twist glass and brass picture frame, in pink color.
Suits for 5x7" picture.
A thick Murano glass picture frame in pink color designed and manufactured by Veni...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage French leather paper waste bucket
Located in TILBURG, NL
Vintage French triangular leather paper waste bucket. The dark brown leather is in a very nice vintage used condition.
On the bottom a sticker from shop or seller. Triangular top an...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
David Cressey Cylindrical Flame-Glaze Planter for Architectural Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A planter by David Cressey for the Pro/Artisan collection by Architectural Pottery with Cressey’s signature “Flame Glaze.” This planter has a slim cylindrical body, a simple shape re...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Sculpture Women Bust by Fidel Aguilar, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Art Deco Sculpture Women Bust by Fidel Aguilar, circa 1930
Terracota bronce patinated
Manufactured in Spain
In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preser...
Category
1930s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Japanese Box, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ceramic oriental Box, circa 1960.
By unknown artist from Spain.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Enamelled Copper Bowl by Paolo De Poli from the 1950s
Located in Milano, MI
Enamelled copper bowl made by Paolo De Poli in the 1950s. The bowl has some light grain on one side, as shown in the photos. Further images/information available upon request.
Ø cm...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Tony Rosenthal Monumental "Mandala" Variation
Located in Chicago, IL
Tony Rosenthal Monumental "Mandala" Variation 1994. Painted wood half circles bolted together with metal base.
Signed on metal base Tony Rosenthal
Born August 9, 1914, in Highland Pa...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage West German Fat Lava Decor Pair of Ceramic Jugs by Marei, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Step into a world of timeless elegance and bold artistic expression with this stunning pair of vintage Mid-Century Fat Lava ceramic jugs by Marei Keramiks. Handmade in West Germany c...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-century Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern decorative objects 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 decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Scheurich Keramik, Bitossi, and Rörstrand. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $295,000 while the average work can sell for $847.
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