Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
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
Mid Century Modern Colorful Tapestry, circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid Century Modern Colorful Tapestry, circa 1980
By unknown Artist
In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, pres...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Fievet, Original Navy Poster, Fraissinet Cyprien Cruise Line, Ship, Africa, 1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Poster of the Compagnie de Navigation Fraissinet et Cyprien Fabre created around 1960 by Maurice Fievet to promote maritime tourism to Africa.
Artist : Maurice Fievet
Title : Compag...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Adrian Contemporary Abstract Painting on Wood, 2017, Free Shipping
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Contemporary abstract painting by Adrian.
Untitled.
Mixed-media on wood.
We offer free worldwide shipping for this piece.
Hand signed and dated on the back.
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Sculpture in Brass, Steel & Aluminum, Manner of Silas Seandle
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern sculpture- realized in the manner of Silas Seandle- was realized in the United States, circa 1970. It consists of a...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
K. Lee Manuel Framed Hand Painted Feather and Textile Wearable Necklace / Collar
By K. Lee Manuel
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautifully designed, decorative and stunning feather and fabric collar by famed fashion designer K. Lee Manuel. The piece has been professionally mounted and artfully framed in an acrylic box frame...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Nylon, Paint, Feathers, Leather
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Linen Textile Swatch 1955 Design 105 Schumacher, Red
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large panel swatch Design 105 dating to Frank Lloyd Wright’s original 1955 collection for Schumacher. Extremely rare original large scale fabric, with surged edges to facilitate long...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Linen
Original 20th Century Abstract Painting
By (after) Jackson Pollock
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning piece of abstract artwork.
Very decorative and interesting midcentury original abstract composition, oil on board.
Abstract Expressionism was a movement or artists that be...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
1950s Karl Drerup Enamel on Copper Frame Artwork
By Karl Drerup
Located in New York, NY
1950s modern enamel on copper frame artwork by American enamel artist Karl Drerup.
A rare collection of 5 pieces is available.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Taos Artist Gene Kloss Original Drypoint, Christmas Eve, Taos Pueblo
By Gene Kloss 1
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Drypoint etching by famous Taos Artist Gene Kloss (1903-1996).
Edition of 75. Titled: Christmas Eve - Taos Pueblo.
Image measures: 12" H x 15" W.
Unfram...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Selection of Modernist Art
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of modernist art, circa 1950s. From left to right, they are:
1) SOLD Modernist nudes painting by Lillian Lent, American, circa 1950s. It is executed on board in it's original frame. It measures 14.5" H x 16.5" W. Lillian Lent lived and worked in the Woodstock Artist colony in New York. She attended the Tyler School of Fine Art in Philadelphia. In 1959, she was awarded first prize for one of her paintings from the Albany Museum. Among some of the galleries to exhibit her work were the Albright Gallery, the Norlyst Gallery, and The Creative Gallery.
2) Amedeo Modigliani lithograph...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Abstract voluminous wall tapestry by Annet Gaaikema, 1973
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Large wall Tapestry by Annet Gaaikema (1944), The Netherlands 1973. The tapestry shows beautiful crochet work made from hand woven structured threads, all skillfully and disciplinary...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Jute, Natural Fiber
Large Mid-Century Gold Leaf Painting with Gold Leaf Custom Frame
Located in Miami, FL
Large and remarkable painting with watercolor, charcoal, pastel crayon and gold leaf techniques. The custom hand made frame is gilt wood with lacquer. The piece is in very good condi...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Giltwood
Pannello Decoratico Asiatico Uccelli Fior di Mandorlo smalto su Metallo Italia
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pannello Decoratico Asiatico Uccelli Fior di Mandorlo smalto su Metallo Italia
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Enamel
"Le Festin De'Avaignée" Oil on Canvas, Jean de Botton, 1960 (1898-1978)
By Jean Isy de Botton
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is such a striking piece by Jean De Botton entitled "Le Festin De Avaignée" or The Spider's Feast. This piece is from 1960, after his transition to more abstract work. Button seamlessly weaves together abstract shapes and ideas. The spider is in the midst of its feast yet you see its tireless efforts in the web and shapes behind it. the painting is oil on canvas and has been newly framed in a rich espresso brown wood and gold leaf. We were able to re-use the small brass placard engraved with "JEAN De BOTTON" which was fixed to the original frame. The piece is signed in the lower left. A wonderful and important piece to add to any art collection!
Excerpt from Hanna Fine Arts:
“Jean Isy De Botton was a highly celebrated painter courted by the rich and powerful throughout Europe and America. Born in Salonica, Greece, he studied at the École des Beaux Arts in Paris, whilst also attending the studios of sculptor Antoine Bourdelle and Bernard Naudi.
In 1920 he first exhibited at the Salon des Indépendents, then in 1921 at the Salon d’Automne where in 1927 he was received his first award, and in 1929 at the Salon des Tuileries. During this period de Botton was fully immersed in painting redolent of l’art vivant, but in 1933 he visited Italy where he was profoundly moved by the early Renaissance paintings of Giotto and Piero della Francesca, and on returning to Paris he destroyed most of his previous work. He wrote a manifesto declaring that chiaroscuro which had dominated Western Art since the Renaissance “had killed painting”, and that colour should be the predominant factor in art. He embarked on a new vibrant and expressive body of work which he referred to as “humanist abstraction”, in which figurative elements played a harmonic rather than dominant role in the composition.
During the 1930’s De Botton’s profile rose rapidly. From 1932-1939 he taught at the Académie Montmartre. In 1937 he was the only foreign artist commissioned to paint the coronation of George VI, and was given a solo exhibition in London. Subsequently, Queen Elizabeth II and Winston Churchill would also acquire his work. From 1934-1938 he participated in the Carnegie Institute International exhibitions in America, and was an immediate success. Numerous solo exhibitions followed in New York (1936, 1937, 1942, 1945, 1957), Seattle (1938), San Diego (1938), Philadelphia (1938, 1969), Boston (1939, 1966), Hollywood (1941), Los Angeles (1945), San Francisco (1951), Chicago (1953), Phoenix (1960), Atlanta (1961), Fort Worth (1962), Palm Beach (1962), Dallas (1967). His work was collected by famous figures such as Ernest Hemingway, Charlie Chaplin, the Roosevelt’s and the Kennedy’s. In 1944 he was given a major show at the Museum of California, and commissioned to decorate the San Francisco Opera. He was also made a member of the American Federation of Arts, and became a US national.
In 1956 De Botton returned to Europe, and that year held an exhibition at Galerie Wildenstein in Paris. He held further exhibitions in Geneva (1957); Museum of Osnabruck (1959); Hamm (1960); Cologne (1964); Salzburg (1965); Munich (1965); Vienna (1965); Paris (1966). He was also appointed to the committee of the Salon d’Automne; director of the Salon des Tuileries; member of the Salon des Indépendants; director of the Académie Montmartre (1969); vice-president of the Salon Moderne...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Canvas, Wood
Nicola L. Signed Original Untitled Modernist Painting, 1965
By Nicola L.
Located in Coronado, CA
An exceptional, signed and original painting by Nicola L., produced for the artist's first solo exhibition at Galerie Boualkia in France in 1965. A wonderful modernist painting which...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Paper
Victor Vasarely Framed Porcelain Wall Sculpture for Rosenthal 1964
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Rarely seen Op Art wall sculpture by Victor Vasarely for Rosenthal. Porcelain relief panel in felt lined frame, limited number 7 of an edition of 50. Edition card attached on reverse...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Porcelain
Victor Vasarely "Composition" Large Scale Signed Abstract OP Art Serigraph
Located in Atlanta, GA
Victor Vasarely (Hungarian / French, 1906-1997), circa 1980. "Compositions" - Serigraph on paper signed to lower right and numbered 210 of 250. Measuring 30.25" w x 48.25" h (Framed)...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Mid Century Tapestry Les Brochets by Jean Lurçat
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Roma, IT
Large Mid Century Tapestry designed by Jean Lurcat and probably produced by Corot.
Very colorful fishes, butterflies and starfishes ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Cotton
Exposition "S'asseoir", 1974, Musée de Grenoble 12 Posters in DIN A2, De Sede
Located in Munster, NRW
Exposition "S'asseoir" - 1974, Musée de Grenoble
12 posters in DIN A2 (420 x 594 mm) as high-quality reprints on cardboard
Wonderful hand drawings of several design classics, wh...
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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Mario Carreño "Serenade" Oil Painting on Canvas, Cuba 1941, Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Carreño "Serenade" Oil Painting on Canvas, Cuba 1941, Signed
Offered for sale is an important oil on canvas painting by Cuban artist Mario Carreño (1913-1999) signed and date...
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1940s Cuban Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Aluminium Hooks, Vienna, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Aluminium hooks, Vienna, 1960s
Original condition
Priced and sold per piece.
Category
1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Aluminum
8 Wall Hooks by Hertha Baller, around 1950s, 'Priced and Sell Per Piece'
By Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
8 wall hooks by Hertha Baller around 1950s
Priced and sell per piece.
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Monkey Hook Wardrobe Hooks by Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass hook "monkey" by Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller, Vienna from the 1950s.
Used but in very good vintage condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Walter Bosse Woman in Biedermeier Dress Brass Wall Sculpture, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely midcentury mural, displaying a woman in a Biedermeier dress with umbrella in front of the Gloriette in Vienna, all made of brass. A beautif...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
From the Personal collection of Audrey Hepburn, Photo by Vincent Rossell, 1962
Located in Devon, GB
Audrey Hepburn on the set of 'Paris When it Sizzles,' Paris, 1962 by Vincent Rossell
Vintage gelatin silver print
Photographer's credit stamp, Audrey Hepburn collection stamp and numerical notations verso
From the Personal Collection of Audrey Hepburn...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Margaret Ash Abstract, 1950s Mixed Media Painting
Located in San Diego, CA
Abstract mixed media painting on panel titled "Pacific #2" by Margaret Ash, circa 1950s. Retains label from Esther Bear Gallery in Santa Barbara, California.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Painting in Colors in the Style of Fernand Leger Painted on Canvas, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Painting in the style of Fernand Leger, circa 1970.
Painted on canvas.
In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patina.
...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Italian Radiator Cover Midcentury in Perforated Iron Parts in Pure Gold, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian radiator cover midcentury in perforated iron parts in pure gold 1950s.
Upper surface in mirror, truly original pieces of great elegance.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate
Life Painting Standing Figure by John Kaine, 1960
Located in London, GB
The abstract life painting of a standing or kneeling figure by John Kaine 1960's Acrylic was executed on board framed with pine wood.
John Kaine presents us with a female nude in a p...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Mid-century modern pottery wall plaque with an abstract pattern, from Tilgmans
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A unique and rather large ceramic wall plaque with an abstract pattern of a star and amazing colors from Tilgmans, Sweden. The amazing glazin...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
French Riviera Two-Tier Wall Shelf in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely Mid-Century two tier wall shelf in bamboo and rattan. Vivai del Sud likely designed this beautiful piece in Italy in the 1970s.
This structure is made in bamboo canes with the rectangular shelves made in wood and finished with woven wicker. The corners of the shelf are enriched by stunning hand-woven rattan wicker. The combination of the materials make this organic wall shelf...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
"Circus", Large and Ambitious Painting by John B. Lear w/ Male Nudes, 1965
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This early and ambitious watercolor painting by John B. Lear shows the growing scale and detail of his best work, here incorporating three nude and semi-nude male figures in a surrea...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Midcentury Wall Decoration Sgrafo Modern, Birds, Teak and Porcelain, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare
- nice and style decoration
- animal motive
- storks or herons
- marked
- representative.
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Porcelain, Teak
French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Midcentury glass box frame with butterflies, French, circa 1950.
Good vintage condition
Shipping:
4/22 / 52 cm 1.4 kg.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Wood
Lars Hawkes Wall Hanging Scroll Serigraph
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Wall hanging scroll serigraph silkscreen on canvas by Lars Hawkes.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Medical Chart Bone Structure
Located in Otley, GB
A superb vintage medical chart 1947 supplied by Adam Rouilly & Co Ltd London. Fantastic colours & illustrations of the bone structure. Comes as a...
Category
1940s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Original Peter Keil Framed Acrylic and Pen on Paper
By Peter Keil
Located in Wichita, KS
This painting is from signed artist Peter Keil and come framed in a black wood frame and new matte. These pieces are unusual and rare. I have another the same size that has green and...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Paper
Two Goebel Bieber Ceramic Wall Masks, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Two Goebel Bieber ceramic wall masks, circa 1950s.
Good original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Framed Poster of Man Ray Exhibition in Galeria Spectrum Zaragoza, 1986
Located in Barcelona, ES
Framed Poster of Man Ray Exhibition in Galeria Spectrum Zaragoza, 1986
In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Vintage Alexander Calder lithograph (1970s Calder prints)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage early 1970s Alexander Calder off-set lithograph:
Published by Art in America, circa early 1970s.
Good to very good overall vintage condition. Printed signature from an editi...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Tapestry Brutalist Macrame, Spain 1970s
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Modern Design ! Neo Classique ! bohemian decor, macramé wall hangings should be at the top of your list. These lightweight, airy pieces are typically made with natural materials (thi...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cord
Vintage 1950s Male Original Nude Photo of Brothers Playing Records
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare original b & w photograph of 2 brothers listening to records on the floor nude. Many decades ago we saw a second image from this series and it was listed as the models were brothers. Listening to Les Baxter and Dinah Washington albums! Mid 1950s. I believe the photo to be an “Athletic Model Guild” photo, a competitor of the equally famous, Bruce Bellas aka Bruce of Los Angeles.
The 8x10 photograph has a 11x14 white acid free matt. Ready for framing. If you would like this framed for a gift, we can frame it in a simple black frame for $100. Without a frame, it is easy to be shipped UPS. Makes a great gift for collectors of Male Nude and Beefcake Physique photography. These high quality originals are very difficult to come by. They are NOT computer generated...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large Brass Midcentury Butterfly Sculpture in Bright Yellow Powder-Coat
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Butterfly in Powder Coated Bright Sunshine Yellow of Solid Brass Wall or Shelf Decoration, 1960s
Unique vintage wall décor butterfly. Fantastic eye-catching statement piece...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Charlie Chaplin 'The Champion' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Swedish, 1944
Located in Devon, GB
A bold, eye-catching poster for a 1944 Swedish re-release of the 1915 Charlie Chaplin silent boxing comedy short 'The Champion,' starring Chaplin as the sparring partner who wins the...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Abstract City Scene Oil by Uruguayan Artist Carlos Perez Franco
By Carlos Pérez Franco
Located in Peabody, MA
A large scale abstract citiscape painting, oil on canvas, by the Uruguayan artist Carlos Perez Franco (1929-2015).
Perez Franco exhibited throug...
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1980s Uruguayan Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Selection of Italian Pietra Dura Plaques
By G. Ugolini, Montici
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Mid-Century Modern Pietra Dura plaques, attributed to Richard Blow for Montici or Ugolini, unsigned, Italy, circa 1950s.
They are:
1) I...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Stone
1970s String Geometric Late Pop Op Art Wall Sculpture Vintage Psychedelic
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderfully preserved piece of late Hippie Era Wall Art. 24 inch square, hung diagonally.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
String
Carl Auböck #4330/1 Polished Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck #4330/1 polished brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria.
Produc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Drama directed by William Dieterle, United States, 1938.
Condition
Assembled as an album with a taped ma...
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1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large Bas-Relief with Exotic Animals and Forest, 1950s-1960s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large bas-relief. Carved wood, 1950s-1960s. Measures: Width: 48"(122cm), depth: 1.4"(3.6cm), Height: 15.1" (38.4cm) left, 14.7" (37.4) right. In very good original condition!
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Drama directed by William Dieterle, United States, 1938.
Condition
Assembled as an album with a taped ma...
Category
1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Walter Wagner. Photography of Madeline Carroll in the film "Blockade", 1938
Drama directed by William Dieterle, United States, 1938.
Condition
Assembled as an album with a taped ma...
Category
1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Trinidad Tapestry by Jean Claude Duprez, France, 1960s
By Jean-Claude Duprez
Located in Lyon, FR
Trinidad tapestry by Jean-Claude Duprez, handwoven in France in the 1960s, in l'Atelier d'art contemporain La Lice, under the direction of Jean Picart Le Doux.
Wool and cotton on wo...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Wood
Madeleine Carroll in the thriller "I was a spy", 1933
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Madeleine Carroll in the thriller "I was a spy", 1933
Large gelatin silver photograph.
"I was a spy" is a thriller directed by Victor Saville, United States, 1933.
Condition
Insec...
Category
1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Carl Auböck #4995 Patinated Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck #4995 patinated brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished and patinated brass by We...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #4056 Patinated Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck brass #4056 patinated brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in patinated and polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
10 Hooks by Hertha Baller, circa 1950s
By Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
10 hooks by Hertha Baller, circa 1950s
Original condition
Price and sell per piece.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #4056 Nickel-Plated Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck brass #4056 brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and minimalist Viennese candleholder is executed in nickel-plated brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mid-century Modern wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall decorations 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 wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall decorations made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include Curtis Jeré, Karl Blossfeldt, Herta Baller, and Josef Albers. 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 wall decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $16 and tops out at $406,322 while the average work can sell for $1,500.
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