Mid Century 50s Furniture
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
Vintage 1950s American Dressers
Rattan, Formica
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Maple, Cork, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Marble, Brass
Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Chrome
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Elm
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s Spanish Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Beech, Fir
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century British Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s German Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Brass, Nickel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech, Elm
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s German Flush Mount
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood, Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Figurative Sculptures
Wood
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- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
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