1970s LaBarge Rectangle Nautical Carved Gilt Wood Seashell Beveled Wall Mirror
By LaBarge
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Italian LaBarge rectangle Wall Mirror with Giltwood Seashell Decor and beveled Mirror Glass. Makers Mark on the Reverse.
Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage Shell-Encrusted Bud Vase – Coastal Grandmillennial Décor
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This stunning vintage shell-encrusted bud vase is an exquisite piece of coastal artistry perfect for lovers of seashell décor, grand millennial interiors, and nautical collectibles
Shell, Clay
Set of 5 Large Natural Nautical Seashells Coastal Beach House Organic Decor
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful collection of five large natural seashells featuring dramatic sculptural forms, thick construction, and distinctive wavy ridges. These impressive shells display wonderful n...
Shell
Mid-Century Modern Shell Tray, Black Lacquered Ceramic, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Ceramic
Art Deco Shell Vide-Poches in brass, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Brass
Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Abalone shell & Alpaca pill box, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor. Discover our curated collec...
Silver
Abalone shell & alpaca tray, Mexico, Circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
$940 / item
Abalone shell & alpaca tray, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Hollywood Regency mother-of-pearl & brass Coasters, Set of 4, Italy, 1970
By Regency
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Brass
Faux Tortoise Shell & mirrors Dior Style lighter, Italy, 1970's
By Christian Dior
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Shell Jar, Alpaca, Mexico, 1970s Art
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor. Discover our curated collec...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone shell & alpaca Ashtray, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mussel Shell Caviar Server, Bronze & Shell, Mid-Century Italy, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Bronze
Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Crab & Shell Centerpiece, France, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Brass Shell Vide-Poches Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Bronze
1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box
By Christian Dior
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Metal, Silver Plate
Mother-of-pearl & aluminium centerpiece, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Mother-of-pearl & aluminium centerpiece, Italy, circa 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Mother-of-pearl & aluminium Centerpiece, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Aluminum
Fish bottle opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Fish letter opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mother-of-pearl salt & pepper shakers, Italy, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Mother-of-Pearl
Large Mussel Shell Vide-Poches, chromed metal, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Metal, Chrome
Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver
Abalone shell & alpaca silver fish box, Mexico, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver
Articulated Abalone shell and Brass Fish Bottle Opener, Mexico, 1980's, 17 cm
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Brass
Fish bottle opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, 1980's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone Shell & Brass Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Glass, Shell
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, 70's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Glass
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Glass, Alpaca
Abalone shell salt & pepper shakers with tray, Alpaca Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 4, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Glass
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor. Discover our curated collec...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Midcentury Abalone Shell Photo Frame, Circular Design, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone shell & Alpaca Picture frame, Mexico, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Abalone shell & Alpaca Picture frame, Mexico, circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Set/2 Wooden Boxes, Beige, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Dandara box set includes two wooden boxes, perfect to be displayed together and enrich your room decor. The seashell and starfish shaped handles with gold leaf finish combines perfe...
Metal, Gold Leaf, Brass
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Set of Lamp and Vase Tomasso Barbi in Ceramic, Lampshade Palm Tree, 1970
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Avignon, Vaucluse
Set of ceramic lamp and vase with seashell decor. 40 cm lamp base with 40 x 40 black palm fiber shade.
Ceramic, Palmwood
Sold
H 11 in W 14 in D 4 in
Pair of English Midcentury Majolica Brackets with Seashells and Faux-Bois Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English majolica brackets from the mid-20th century, with seashell decor. Created in England during the midcentury period, each of this pair of majolica brackets attracts o...
Majolica
Pair of Coastal Seashell Table Lamps-Nautical Decor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your space with this beautiful pair of tall table lamps, each uniquely handcrafted with natural seashells. These striking lamps bring a touch of coastal elegance and organic ...
Glass
Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Fish bottle opener, Abalone shell & Alpaca, Mexico, circa 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Sold
H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Murano Glass Shell Tray, Amber with Gold Flecks, Italy, 1980s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Murano Glass
Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, circa 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Silver Plate
Artisanal Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Vintage Jewelry Box with Abalone and Alpaca, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Alpaca, Wood, Shell
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca and wood, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca & wood, Mexico, circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tray, Alpaca Metal, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Shell Pitcher, Alpaca, Mexico, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Sold
H 2.76 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Midcentury Abalone Shell & Alpaca Shot Glasses, set of 6, Mexico, circa 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Abalone, Glass
Sold
H 3.5 in W 7.25 in D 4.5 in
Italian Handblown Art Glass Multicolor Conch Seashell Sculpture Decor Object
By Venini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous hand blown realistic multicolor Italian art glass conch shell sculpture. Unsigned. Very well detailed, looks like a true natural specimen. It has a soft pink interior, with ...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Mid-Century Modern Abalone Tray, Alpaca Metal, Mexico, Circa 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Shell, Abalone, Alpaca
Mussel Shell Vide-Poches in bronze, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
We specialize in vintage decorations, with particular expertise in rare mid-century shell-shaped objects, seashell sculptures, and coastal-inspired decor.Discover our curated collect...
Bronze
Loetz Shell Vase Candia Papillion, circa 1899, Art Nouveau
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
They were executed in great detail and quality. Seashells were produced in different decor variations among them Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, rare phenomenon decorations, Chiné and as i...
Art Glass
Large Loetz Shell Vase Candia Papillion, circa 1899 Art Nouveau
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
They were executed in great detail and quality. Seashells were produced in different decor variations among them Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, rare Phenomen decorations, Chiné and, as in...
Art Glass
Small Loetz Shell Vase Candia Papillion, circa 1899, Art Nouveau
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
They were executed in great detail and quality. Seashells were produced in different decor variations, among them Neptun, Diaspora, Astraä, rare Phenomen decorations, Chiné and as in...
Art Glass
Decorative Ceramic Vide-Poche by Pol Chambost, circa 1950s
By Pol Chambost
Located in London, GB
Decorative ceramic vide-poche by Pol Chambost (circa 1950s). Small yet elegant seashell-shaped form with white base and dark, grape-purple outline and lip. Outside of the centre, the...
Ceramic
Large Gilt Wood Mirror 44.75"H x 34.5"W circa 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large gilt wood mirror, American, circa 1950s. It measures 44.75"H x 34.5"W.
Mirror, Wood
Ceramic pin tray by Albert FERLAY, Vallauris, France, 50's
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
superb ceramic empty pocket in the shape of a mussel, by Albert FERLAY, Vallauris, France, 50's Very nice color contrast between yellow and black. Piece signed below
Ceramic
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty vintage lidded box ambitiously handcrafted in a lush composition of exotic seashells throughout with a felt lined interior.
Shell
Large South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell
Located in Copenhagen, K
Large South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Clam shell The shell is in very good condition and with a beautiful pink tint.
Shell
Seashell Natural Tonna Galea, Circa 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful natural Tona galea seashell, Organic Modern style, Indo-Pacific, circa early-20th century. A beautifully preserved Tonna galea seashell in white and warm neutral tones. T...
Shell
French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora, Turn of the 20th Century
Located in Valencia, VC
French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora Vase, Cabinet of Curiosities Object, Turn of the 20th Century French shellwork amphora dating to the turn of the 20th century, covered with hundr...
Sandstone
Large Natural South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Giant Clam Shell
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell From The South Pacific. Impressive natural large clam shell specimen from the South Pacific Seas. The vintage clam features intricate detailing on the exter...
Shell
$600
H 44 in W 28 in D 1 in
Italian Hollywood Regency Style Mastercraft Style Brass Shell Motif Wall Mirror
By Mastercraft
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Italian Hollywood Regency style polished brass decorative wall mirror in the style of Mastercraft. This large rectangular form mirror features a finely cast shell motif.
Brass
$1,250
H 13 in W 26 in D 14.5 in
Mid Century Coastal Modern Large and Realistic Faux Seashell Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large scale cast faux seashell sculpture from the early 1970's. Very realistic and a coastal decorators dream.
Plaster
Large Natural South Pacific Clam Shell #5
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a large, 19 inch, gorgeous Natural Clam Shell specimen from the South Pacific seas showcasing deeply scalloped edges, exceptional details and a luminous, calcified surface. ...
Shell
$2,400
H 7.5 in W 15.5 in D 25.5 in
Large Natural South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a very large, 25.5 inch, gorgeous Natural Clam Shell specimen from the South Pacific seas showcasing deeply scalloped edges, exceptional details and a luminous, calcified sur...
Shell
Large Vintage Brass Seashell Planter
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood Regency vintage brass seashell nautilus planter. Very detailed. Good overall condition with minor wear to from age and use. Great original patina is intact. Can be used ins...
Brass
Vintage Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell, Nautical Decor, 1980s
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large vintage natural shell clam "Tridacna gigas" from Indo-Pacific region. Good vintage condition.
Shell
$733Sale Price|20% Off
H 11 in W 20 in D 15 in
Stunning South Pacific Clam Shell – Sculptural Organic Modern Object
Located in Valencia, VC
A stunning medium white South Pacific clam shell with an exceptional, sculptural shape. Striking and tactile, this piece is even more beautiful in person, showcasing natural curves a...
Other
$2,950
H 37.01 in W 29.33 in D 2.36 in
Mid Century Gilt Wall Mirror, Handcarved, 20th Century - Italy ca. 1950
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary, large gilt wall mirror from the 1950s in Italy. This absolutely amazing looking mid century wall mirror impresses with its broad, very special handcarved frame adorned...
Mirror, Softwood
$14,000
H 32.75 in W 28.75 in D 3 in
“Portrait of a North African Man, 1872” Orientalist Portrait Black Model 19th C.
Located in Yardley, PA
“Portrait of a North African Man, 1872” by August Holmberg (1851-1911) This striking oil painting by the German painter, August Holmberg, depicts a richly detailed and intimate port...
Canvas, Paper, Oil
$5,950 / set
H 16 in W 13.5 in D 4 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Murano Glass Wall Sconces in Smoked Silver Finish
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano sconces in smoked and silver glass. We loved the organic shape of the sconces and their dynamic design. This pair has been newly wired to fit US standards and is in ve...
Murano Glass
French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male
Located in Houston, TX
French plaster bust of a classical roman male. Handsome Italian stone bust of a Classical Roman, circa 1920. This beautiful classical male bust sculpture is well detailed. This gorg...
Plaster
$1,664 / item
H 118.12 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Douglas Mont 'In The Air' 6 Chandelier by DCW Editions Paris
By Douglas Mont
Located in Tilburg, NL
Douglas Mont 'In The Air' 6 Chandelier by DCW Editions Paris, France. New, current production. A chandelier from space With its UFO-like lights, the chandelier In the Air created b...
Metal
Marble Scalloped Sink Basin
Located in Robertsbridge, England
Classical Italian scalloped sink basin cut from one single block of Carrara marble. Optional backsplash Custom sizes available
Marble
Ventagli Sconce
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
This sculptural sconce will be a dramatic and sophisticated addition to a modern entryway or classic living room. Its name means fans in Italian, hinting at the three fan-shaped elem...
Brass
$2,419 / item
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.58 in
Contemporary Ceramic Mirror 'Elo 6' by Pani Jurek, 120-80 Green
By Pani Jurek
Located in Paris, IDF
ELO 6 Mirror Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 120 x 80 x 4 cm Hand glazed ceramic Color shown on main image: Green _________________________________ Pani Jurek is a Polish desi...
Ceramic, Mirror
$4,800
H 49.61 in W 31.11 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Grace, Geometric Cabinet in Oak, Thysells Möbler, Art Deco, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
This elegant Swedish Grace vintage cabinet is a refined example of mid century furniture design, showcasing high-quality craftsmanship and timeless appeal. The piece is executed in o...
Oak, Burl
Disco Mirrored Ball, Real Mirror, Belgium 1979..
Located in Brussels, BE
Large disco ball made of a multitude of small squares of real mirror. Belgium 1970.
Mirror
Solid Marble Sink Molded Basin
Located in Robertsbridge, England
This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white Carrara marble, the design sprung from Greek and Roman times, it carries superb artistic merit ea...
Marble
$13,750 / set
H 118.12 in W 118.12 in D 78.75 in
Art Nouveau Bedroom Suite Attr. to Gustave Serrurier-Bovy, Belgium, circa 1900
By Gustave Serrurier-Bovy
Located in Dronten, NL
An exceptionally rare and complete Art Nouveau bedroom suite attributed to the celebrated Belgian designer Gustave Serrurier-Bovy (1858–1910). Executed in beautifully figured walnut,...
Limestone
$22,500
H 33 in W 26 in D 44 in
Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf
By Pauly & Co.
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)
Silver Leaf
Bamboo and Rattan Mirror by Vivai Del Sud. Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency wall mirror bamboo, rattan raffia, wicker by the manufacture Vivai del Sud italian design. Original manufacture stamp on the back. Famous ...
Bamboo, Rattan
Large Bamboo and Rattan Mirror by Vivai Del Sud. Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency wall mirror bamboo, rattan raffia, wicker by the manufacture Vivai del Sud italian design. Original manufacture stamp on the back. Famous ...
Bamboo, Rattan
Ancient Roman Intaglio gold ring with a pair of Ants
Located in York, GB
An extraordinary quality and rare Ancient Roman carved oval banded Intaglio and original gold ring, depicting a pair of confronted ants. Circa 1st - 3rd century A.D. size M (18ct) ...
Agate, Gold
$25,000
H 32.25 in W 84.13 in D 22 in
Paul Evans CityScape Sideboard for Directional Brass Tiles & Burl Wood Doors
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare 1970s Paul Evans Cityscape sideboard with waterfall ends for Directional with brass tiles and book matched Burl wood doors. Interior laminated in black with adjustable shelves, ...
Brass
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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Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
With its grid-like doors and wavy trim, the 1940s design feels as fresh as ever.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
Their charming solid-oak pieces offer homes utility and comfort.
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Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.