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Midcentury Brutalist Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury Brutalist metal bench with wood seat.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Brutalist Bookends
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century brutalist-style bookends with a geometric design. (PRICED AS Pair)
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Bookends
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Brutalist Iron Lamp
By J. Laurent
Located in Malibu, CA
Mid Century Brutalist iron table lamp
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist iron sculptural lamp in black
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Signed Mid-Century Brutalist Stoneware Vase
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Signed mid-century brutalist stoneware. Each piece is a unique blend of form and raw beauty
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid century Brutalist shelf from the 1950s
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid century Brutalist shelf from the 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Brutalist Riveted Brass Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century Brutalist Riveted Brass Mirror.
Beautifully designed Brutalist riveted round brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Brutalist Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Brutalist Wall Art Sculpture, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Brutalist Wall Art Sculpture, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Art
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Brutalist Sideboard From The 60s
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century Brutalist Sideboard From The 60s, in wood 1960s, in good condition .
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Brutalist Patinated Steel Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century Brutalist-style patinated steel cylindrical umbrella stand with a design of
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Brutalist Solid Wood Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-century Brutalist solid wood coffee table - 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Brutalist illuminated bronzed brass round mirror
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-century Brutalist illuminated bronzed brass round mirror
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse in great vintage condition.
Measures 11" in width
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Brutalist High Back Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4, impressive, midcentury, brutalist dining or side chairs by Adrian Pearsall feature
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Resin, Wood
Midcentury Brutalist Mirror by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Midcentury Brutalist mirror by Lane, American, circa 1960s. This piece retains it's original medium
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Wood
Mid Century Brutalist Studio Pottery Vase, Germany C.1970
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Brutalist Studio Pottery Vase, Germany C.1970
In excellent condition commensurate of
Category
20th Century German Brutalist Vases
Materials
Pottery
Mid Century Brutalist Cocktail Side Table Witco
By Witco, William Westenhaver / Witco
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Brutalist Table by William Westenhaver for Witco. Amazing original condition Brutalist
Category
Vintage 1950s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Pine
Mid Century Brutalist Oak and Rosewood Brutalist Armoire With Chrome Details
By Milo Baughman
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid-Century Brutalist Oak Armoire with Rosewood and Chrome Details. Comes apart in 2 pieces.
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Brutalist Chandelier by Tom Greene
By Tom Greene
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Mid-Century brutalist Chandelier designed by Tom Greene. It doesn’t have any label or
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Brass
Mid-Century Brutalist Solid Pine Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hilversum, NL
Mid-century Brutalist solid pine lounge chair new upholstery in white Ortello Blouclé fabric
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Pine
Mid-Century Brutalist Iron And Glass Chandelier 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Brutalist iron and glass chandelier, 1960s
3 lights, e14 lamps.
Intact and working
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
1950's French Mid Century Brutalist Stool
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French mid century Brutalist stool
1950’s French mid century Brutalist stool. Exceptional
Category
Vintage 1950s Stools
Materials
Pine
Large Mid-Century Brutalist Bowl in Blue Lava Glaze
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique large mid-century Brutalist bowl in blue lava glaze, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Pitchers
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Curtis Jere Style Midcentury Brutalist Owl Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Curtis Jere Style midcentury Brutalist Owl Sculpture, the owl having a bow to the top
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Brutalist Pine Drrawers Desk by Maison Regain, France 1960s
By Maison Regain
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century brutalist pine drawers desk by Maison Regain - France 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Pine
H 29.93 in W 44.1 in D 22.84 in
Midcentury Brutalist Chaise Lounge by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rarely seen midcentury Brutalist chaise by Adrian Pearsall, and never in this pristine condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Resin, Wood
Tom Green Mid Century Brutalist Brass Chandelier
Located in Countryside, IL
Tom Green Mid Century Brutalist Brass Chandelier
This chandelier measures: 14 wide x 14 deep x 31
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Mid Century Brutalist 5 Lamp Chandelier
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage mid century brutalist 5 lamp chandelier.
Great design.
Great quality.
In great vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Brutalist Brass Copper Abstract Wall Art
By Stephen Chun
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Brutalist Brass and Copper Abstract Wall Art, Unmarked. Item Circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Steel
Minimalist Mid Century Brutalist Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Norwich, GB
A sleek, minimalist mid-century Brutalist perforated metal umbrella stand. European - Circa 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Iron, Brass
Curtis Jere Midcentury Brutalist Welded and Torched Metal Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
A Curtis Jere 1960s-1970s midcentury Brutalist sculpture made of torched and welded metal on top of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Brutalist "Ribbon" Table in the Style of Tony Duquette, circa 1970s
By Tony Duquette
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury Brutalist side or end table rendered in hand bent and forged white resin ribbons with an
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Resin
H 16 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in
Pair of Swedish Mid Century Brutalist Candlesticks 1960s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Pair of hand hammered mid-century brutalist candlesticks, mid 20th century, Sweden.
Very elegant
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Brutalist Table Lamp in Brass and Resin by Philippe Cheverny, 1970s.
By Romeo Rega, Philippe Cheverny, Willy Rizzo
Located in Lille, FR
Mid-century Brutalist Table Lamp in Brass and Resin by Philippe Cheverny, 1970s.
Good condition
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 19.3 in W 7.88 in D 2.56 in
Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Mirror by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
This striking and rare Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Mirror was made by Paul Evans and originates
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Mid-Century Brutalist Brass Pendant by Svend Aage Holm-sørensen
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Scandinavian mid-century brutalist pendant by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen. Centered is a square
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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H 11.23 in Dm 10.24 in
Midcentury Brutalist Enameled Wall Clock by Kienzle, Germany, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful round Midcentury Brutalist wall clock, executed by Kienzle Germany in the 1970s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Wall Clocks
Materials
Enamel
Mid Century Brutalist Oak Rosewood and Chrome Nightstands, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century Brutalist oak rosewood and chrome nightstands, pair
Each nightstand measures: 24.75
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Brutalist Brown Leather Patchwork Sofa with Western Style Wood Frame
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Brutalist leather patchwork sofa with western style carved oak frame inspired by the
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
H 36 in W 89 in D 32.25 in
Curtis Jere Style Mid-Century Brutalist Copper & Brass Tree Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite Mid-century Brutalist Copper and Brass Tree Sculpture—a captivating masterpiece that
Category
Mid-20th Century Brutalist Natural Specimens
Materials
Brass, Copper
Tom Greene for Feldman Mid Century Brutalist Cube Ceiling Lights - Pair
By Tom Greene, Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Tom Greene for Feldman Mid Century Brutalist Cube Ceiling Lights - Pair
Each ceiling light
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid century Brutalist Mirror
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This brutalist mirror has the esthetics of the 80's. The frame is in brass with a sculptural design.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Style Mid Century Brutalist Bronze Cabinet Handle Pull, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Evans-style bronze casted door pull set with a distinct late 1960s Mid-century/Brutalist
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Brutalist Coffee Table by Percival Lafer Made in Brazil c 1970’s
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional example of the Mid Century, Brutalist school furniture produced in Brazil, designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Wood
H 15 in W 47.25 in D 26 in
Mid Century Brutalist Cocktail Table
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist cocktail coffee table. Outstanding Brutalist coffee table of sculpted Bronzed resin with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Resin
Sculptural Mid-Century Brutalist Mirror
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-century Modern sculptural Brutalist wall mirror. Designed in the manner of Curtis Jere. Made of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Brutalist Patched Vintage Leather Lounge Chair, Brazil 1960's
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid-Century brutalist armchair in stitched vintage leather, designed in Brazil in the 1960's.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 43.5 in W 27.5 in D 36.25 in
Vintage Mid-Century Brutalist Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unique brutalist table lamp, with raw and textured materials, a chunky silhouette and all the
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Brutalist Nail Wall Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Prime example of Brutalist nail wall art.
This is a multi layered mixed media piece made of iron
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Art
Materials
Brass, Iron
Midcentury Brutalist Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Houston, TX
A vintage mixed metal Brutalist wall sculpture.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Brutalist Virgin Mary & Child Jesus, Handmade Studio Pottery, Europe
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury Brutalist Depiction of the Virgin Mary and Child Jesus, Handcrafted in European Studio
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
H 8 in W 1.5 in D 0.88 in
Mid-Century Brutalist Armoire by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish mid-century modern armoire manufactured by Lane. Intricate design throughout the piece's
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Mid century brutalist bar stools, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautiful hand made mid century bar stools with a steel ring footrest and patinated leather seats
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Brutalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid century brutalist bar stools, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautiful hand made mid century tripod bar stools with a steel ring footrest.
Good original
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Brutalist Stools
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Brutalist Dresser Tabago Canada
By Lane Furniture
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Spectacular brutalist-style, 9-drawer, low dresser. It has three long drawers in the center with
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Brutalist Steel Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
A vintage Brutalist torch-cut steel coffee table attributed to Silas Seandel, circa 1970. Glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
French Mid Century Brutalist Sunburst Mirror
Located in Buchanan, NY
This dynamic French mid century modern sunburst mirror in the “brutalist” style features a double
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Brutalist Clay Table Lamp
Located in Culver City, CA
A gorgeous table lamp from the mid 50's. The lamp is partially glazed and was created by hand
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Clay
Vintage Mid Century Brutalist CN Burman Lamps
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century C N Burman brutalist lamps. Fantastic brutal design with deep carved detail. Neutral
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Resin
Mid-Century Brutalist Door Handle, Geco Metall
Located in Schagen, NL
Stunning Brutalist metal door handle with geometric features. Remains in wonderful condition with
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brutalist Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Brutalist Oak Sideboard, Belgium
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Impressive graphic, brutalist-style design credenza, Belgium
Because of its dimensions and the
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Oak, Wood
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century brutalist you’re looking for. Each mid century brutalist for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. There are 2802 variations of the antique or vintage mid century brutalist you’re looking for, while we also have 20 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century brutalist you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century brutalist made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Lane Furniture, Adrian Pearsall and Laurel Lamp Company each produced at least one beautiful mid century brutalist that is worth considering.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to 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 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 ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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