$7,000
Japanese Bench
By AFM
Located in Highland, IN
This striking bench has a combination of wood slats and woven jute seats. Manufactured by AFM Quality Furniture in Japan it has a hand-hewn quality and the understated design reminds...
Jute, Wood
Afm Japanese Modernist Slat Bench with Woven Seats
By AFM
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful minimalist AFM Quality Furniture Japanese modernist slat bench with a rush seat is made of walnut, circa 1960s, Japan.
Rush, Walnut
3-Seat Afm Japanese Modernist Slat Bench with Woven Seats
By AFM
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful minimalist AFM Quality Furniture Japanese modernist 3-seat slat bench with a rush seat is made of walnut, circa 1960s, Japan.
Rush, Walnut
Mid-Century Bench by AFM Furniture, Japan
By AFM
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Mid-Century bench by AFM furniture, Japan.
Cane, Wood
Vintage Japanese Modern Slat Coffee Table, circa 1960s
By AFM
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning Mid-Century Modernist slat coffee table manufactured by AFM circa 1960s, Japan. Clean lines, beautiful patinated oak with double tapered sculpted legs.
Oak
1950s Japanese Modernist Slat Bench with Rope Seats by AFM
By George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
Made by AFM Furniture in Japan. It retains the Made in Japan paper label.
Jute, Walnut
Teak coffee table by AFM Quality Furniture, 1960s Japan
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
This Japanese teak coffee table, crafted by AFM Quality Furniture in the 1960s, exemplifies the elegance and simplicity characteristic of midcentury Japanese design.
Teak
Hans Wegner Style Folding Rope Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, AFM
Located in Redding, CT
Hans Wegner style folding rope chair.
Rope, Wood
AFM Japanese Modernist Slat Bench with Rush Seat
By AFM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Modernist bench was manufactured by AFM Quality Furniture in Japan. The slatted seat is covered in three separate panels in woven jute with two visible small sections of the woo...
Rush, Walnut
Vintage Chair by AFM Quality Frinture, Japan
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a vintage chair manufactured in Japan in the 1960s and 70s. "AFM Quality Frinture" is a Japanese furniture maker that mainly produced and sold furniture overseas at that time.
Beech
1950s Japanese Bench with Rope Seats
By George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
1950s wood bench with rope seats. Made in Japan, 1950s. Retains original AFM, Made in Japan label.
Rope, Wood
1960s Organic Bench
Located in New York, NY
1960s organic bench. Solid walnut bench with dovetails. Can also be used as a coffee table.
Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1940s. In all original condition with lively wear and patina. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18.2"H x 98.625"W x 19.85"D All...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern French Bench in Warm Wood and Rush
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench, beech, rush, France, 1950s A charming French bench from the 1950s, crafted in beechwood with a focus on clarity of line and proportion. The geometric backrest is elegantly d...
Rush, Beech
Vintage bench 1960s
Located in Diest, BE
Vintage bench 1960s A design aesthetic inspired by the timeless work of Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Chapo.
Wood
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.7"H x 65.125"W x 23.5"D All items ship from High Point, N...
Wood
Bench by Anonymous, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Architectural and elemental, this bench exemplifies the dialogue between structure and material that characterizes Brazilian modern design. Crafted in jacarandá rosewood with taut le...
Leather, Rosewood
Large bench - Italy 1950
Located in Girona, Girona
Large bench in solid Zebrano and Zebrano veneer. Very nice cabinet work. Italy around 1950.
Zebra Wood
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1970s. In all original condition, likely previously used outdoors. Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.0"H x 55.0"W x 10.8"D All items...
Wood
French bench in pine - 1960s
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Magnificent bench designed in France in the 1960s. This is a large rectangular pine bench, probably stained a darker color. It is in good vintage condition. It shows signs of wear ...
Wood, Pine
French Mid Century Bench
Located in palm beach, FL
Wooden bench hand made in France in the 1950s, a minimalist line gives a powerful character to this functional decorative element.
Wood
Italian 1960s bench
Located in Diest, BE
Italian bench 1960's in new upholstery
Wood
Sulaco Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Sulaco Bench champions the foundations of the Danish Modern Movement. Rooted in functionality, every curve and feature is meticulously crafted to ensure aesthetics and utility go...
Ash, Oak, Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Bench, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood bench designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Missing one original wedge piece. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.75"H x 79.0"W x 13.5"D ...
Wood
Small Mid-Century Slat Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Terrific little vintage slat bench. A broad slat top and tapered legs come together for a wonderfully versatile piece. Use it as a bench, ottoman, stool, or table. Perfect for the ho...
Wood
Mid-Century Slatted Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sturdy walnut slatted bench at an ideal height for both seating and table use. Gorgeous mid-century details are great for living room use or entry way seating. Please confirm locati...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Witco Style Bench and Table
By Witco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This amazing vintage modern piece combines seating and a table all in one. A one of a kind two-tone Witco style piece that is made with carved wood. A thick cushion rests on a sturdy...
Upholstery, Oak
$14,600
H 71.2 in W 54.4 in D 16 in
Italian Mid-Century Vanity Console by Cesare Lacca with Mirror in Burl Walnut
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FH27 Measures cm: H 178 x W 136 x D 40. Elegant and highly distinctive Italian vanity or dressing table dating from the early 1950s, bearing the label of La Permanente Mobili ...
Mirror, Walnut
Pivot Double Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms Made in Brass
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
The pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
Brass
$32,500
H 14 in W 43.5 in D 26.5 in
Stunning Acid Etched Brass Coffee Table "Abstraction" by Armand Jonckers
By Armand Jonckers
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning acid etched brass polish and silvered coffee table by Armand Jonckers depicting an Asian inspired scroll. Resting on a beautiful acid etched brass base. Signed: Armand Jonk...
Brass
$4,800
H 86 in W 39 in D 9.5 in
Custom-Crafted Art Nouveau Style Wrought Iron Gate with Stylized Flower
By Ron Moore
Located in San Francisco, CA
A custom-crafted Art Nouveau style wrought iron gate with stylized flower; of assymetrical form with a lively floral head emanating from one corner; with artist's initials 'RSM'.
$2,054
H 21.26 in W 21.26 in D 1.58 in
large 20th century design brown sculptural ceramic wall mirror by Annie Maume
By Annie Maume & Robert Heraud
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Annie Maume Large art deco 20th century design ceramic wall mirror Unique handmade piece Brown ceramic glaze color Original perfect condition signed height 54 cm Large 54 cm ...
Ceramic
Nepalese Rustic Wooden Ghee Pots Sold in Sets of Three or Five
Located in Yonkers, NY
Antique Nepalese wooden ghee pots of various shapes and dimensions, sold in sets of three or five. Highly decorative, these wooden jugs will make for great accents in any room, parti...
Wood
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 43.31 in
Selection of Willy Rizzo sofas available, we can restore, choose your own fabric.
By Willy Rizzo
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This iconic sofa was designed by Willy Rizzo in 1969 and is published in many of the interior design journals of the period. This design was illustrated in Casa Vogue's feature on Ri...
Suede, Wood
Swedish Pendant in Brass and Glass by Böhlmarks
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Karlstad, SE
A striking pendant lamp from the renowned Swedish lighting manufacturer Böhlmarks, dating back to the 1940s. This piece features an amber-toned, frosted glass shade with delicate sta...
Brass
Country Pine Nightstand, Late 19th Century, Dovetailed Drawer, Europe
Located in Sheffield, MA
This night table or stand has a 3 sided tray like surround top and a single dovetailed drawer with a metal knob and shelf for storage and a place to put books or other items.
Pine
Three Swedish Solid Brass 'Marine' Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Three Mid-Century wall lights in a modern Industrial style from a Swedish luxury ship with rotating diffusers to direct and limit light as needed. Brass cover pieces rotate as needed...
Brass
$2,969 / item
H 29.34 in W 21.66 in D 0.79 in
Bathroom Mirror for Sanders in Cut-Glass and Brass — Small
By Lind + Almond
Located in London, England
A mirror in cut-glass and hand patinated brass, with brass studs. Developed especially for Sanders, Copenhagen's premier luxury boutique hotel. Available in two sizes. Handcrafted t...
Brass
Carla Extra Large Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa Carla extra large with structure in solid mahogany wood in black lacquered finish. Upholstered with high quality red velvet fabric. Also available with different structure fini...
Velvet, Mahogany
American Rustic Old Hickory Daybed with Woven Seat, 19/20th Century
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Old Hickory (19/20th Century) daybed/chaise lounge with woven seat and spindle apron
Wicker
$57 / item
H 1 in W 30 in D 15 in
Antique French Burgundy Limestone Floorings - Reclaimed Dalles de Bourgogne
Located in Made, NL
Welcome to " De Opkamer - Antique and Reclaimed Floorings" , a experienced family business specializing in sourcing beautiful antique reclaimed limestone floorings from the Burgundy ...
Limestone
$19,245 / item
H 27 in W 92 in D 90.125 in
Bed, King, Platform, Mid Century Modern-Style, Custom, Hardwood, Semigood, Rift
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Modern hardwood platform bed. The lead time provided is an estimate and may extend up to 12 months. If you require delivery by a specific date, we kindly recommend inquiring prior t...
Hardwood
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 62.5 in W 14 in D 22.5 in
Addisson Mizner Style Bronze Palmette and Iron Pedestal
By Addison Mizner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Addisson Mizner style bronze palmette and iron pedestal, standing 62.5 inches high with a floral motif patinated 14" outside diameter , interior diameter is 12-inches bronze top rais...
Wrought Iron, Bronze
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
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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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Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
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