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What is the difference between mid-century and mid-century modern?
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The 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.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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By Sormani
Located in Medesano, IT
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Jean Prouvé - panneaux façade Saint Egrève 1960
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Perpignan, FR
Rare panneaux "fenêtre" double face Jean Prouvé pour Studal .
1960 - Bâtiment technique de Saint Egrève
Bon état général - a nettoyer
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
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Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Leather and Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 8
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of eight “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973.
Made of black leather and ash wood.
Fully restored in Italy.
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1970s M1 Mangiarotti Dining Table in Gray Mondragone Marble for Skipper, Italy
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
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Marble, Carrara Marble
Stow Davis Mid Century Brass and Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Countryside, IL
Stow Davis Mid Century Brass and Walnut Credenza
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By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Vienna, AT
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
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