Midcentury Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A wonderful 1950s Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite box with detachable compartments.
Vintage 1950s American Decorative Boxes
Lucite
Midcentury Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A wonderful 1950s Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite box with detachable compartments.
Lucite
Centerpiece Plate in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, 1960
Located in Rome, IT
Centerpiece plate in faux tortoiseshell Lucite and brass interior, Italy, circa 1960.
Brass
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Tray, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian tray from the 1970s crafted in richly patterned tortoiseshell lucite with sculptural brass end accents.
Lucite
Hollywood regency brass and tortoiseshell lucite tray, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Brass and tortoiseshell lucite tray / vide poche Italy 1970s brass, lucite H 7 cm x 40 × 32 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
Brass
Hollywood regency brass and tortoiseshell lucite tray, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Brass and tortoiseshell lucite tray / vide poche Italy 1970s brass, lucite H 4 cm x 54 × 38 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
Brass
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Double Candlestick, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Italian double candlestick from the 1970s, crafted in richly patterned tortoiseshell lucite with polished brass accents. The design features a distinctive U-shaped lucite ...
Lucite
Midcentury Ashtray Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior, Team Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful squared ashtray in faux tortoiseshell lucite in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal
Hollywood regency brass and tortoiseshell lucite bowl / centerpiece, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Hollywood regency brass and tortoiseshell lucite bowl / centerpiece Guzzini, Italy 1970s brass, lucite H 10 cm x 40 cm diam.
Brass
Hollywood regency brass and tortoiseshell lucite tray, Guzzini Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Brass and tortoiseshell lucite tray / vide poche Team Guzzini, Italy 1970s brass, lucite H 5 cm x 43 cm diam.
Brass
Umbrella Stand in Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in tortoiseshell Lucite effect and brass details in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
Umbrella Stand in Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in tortoiseshell Lucite effect and brass details in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Picture Frame Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite by Team Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Team Guzzini, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful picture frame in faux tortoiseshell lucite and brass details by Team Guzzini.
Metal, Brass
Squared Table in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Steel Italy 1970s Faux Tortoise Shell
Located in Rome, IT
Squared Midcentury table made of a tortoiseshell Lucite surface and a chrome "X" structure.
Metal, Chrome
Bowl Centerpiece in Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful appetizer / centerpiece bowl in faux tortoiseshell lucite composed of 9 pieces in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Picture Frame Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Attributed to Team Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Team Guzzini, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful picture frame in faux tortoiseshell lucite attributed to Team Guzzini. The photograph is protected between two sheets of transparent acrylic that slide inside t...
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Vintage Tortoiseshell Lucite Trinket Box with Brass Stripe Accent, 1970s Moderni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking mid-century/1970s decorative box crafted from faux tortoiseshell lucite (acrylic) in warm amber and dark brown tones.
Lucite
Pair of Serving Tray Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Dior Home Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury pair of wonderful octagonal serving tray or centerpiece in faux tortoiseshell lucite and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
1970s Dior Home Style Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Smoking Set
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Exuding the glamorous, jet-set elegance of 1970s Christian Dior Home design, this mid-century modern smoking set features rich faux tortoiseshell lucite and warm polished brass accen...
Brass
Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Decorative Octagonal Box, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
In amazing conditions, with no chips or cracks. The tortoiseshell lucite is incredibly vibrant and pairs amazingly with the golden brass accents.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
1970s Mid-Century Modern fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Jewelry Box
By Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Here's a detailed description: The box is made from faux tortoiseshell Lucite, a durable and glossy material with a rich amber-brown hue and swirling patterns that mimic the luxuriou...
Lucite
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Square Serving Tray, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
An incredibly charming tortoiseshell lucite square serving tray or platter that will amaze your guests.
Brass
Set of 6 Glasses in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome, Christian Dior, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
These unique glasses feature a round body in a stunning combination of clear and tortoiseshell effect lucite with a round chrome rim that enhances the light reflection.
Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Games Box by Renzo Romagnoli
By Renzo Romagnoli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Made from high-grade faux tortoiseshell lucite, the smooth rectangular form features a rich, swirling amber-brown finish flanked by decorative striped side accents in ivory and burgu...
Lucite
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite Chess Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated Italian chess set from the 1970s, crafted in rich tortoiseshell-pattern Lucite with polished brass accents.
Lucite
Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Rectangular Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A long, rectangular box crafted from lucite finished in a rich faux-tortoiseshell pattern, with mottled tones of amber, honey, and dark brown set beneath a glassy, high-gloss surface.
Lucite
Large Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Serving Tray in the style of Christian Dior, 70s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale this impressive oversized serving tray in faux tortoiseshell Lucite, a striking statement piece that is sure to become a focal point in any interior.
Metal, Silver Plate
1980s Modernist Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Tray by Ulderico Cavinato
By Dior Home, Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Ulderico Cavinato, known for his ingenuity in design, crafted this tray with a keen eye for modernist principles and luxury. The tray's fake tortoiseshell Lucite construction lend an...
Brass
Pair of Vintage Stacked Tortoiseshell Lucite Bookends
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A very special pair of vintage stacked tortoiseshell and clear lucite bookends. The design has hints of Art Deco and Hollywood Regency and is an eye-catcher in any library, office, ...
Lucite
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian rectangular box featuring a richly patterned tortoiseshell-effect Lucite lid framed in polished brass.
Lucite
1970s Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Tray in Rectangular Shape
By Mercier Freres, Dior Home, Guzzini, Christian Dior
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An elegant rectangular tray made in the 1970s, crafted in Lucite with a rich faux tortoiseshell pattern in warm amber and brown tones.
Lucite
1970s Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Tray in Rectangular Shape
By Dior Home, Christian Dior, Guzzini, Mercier Freres
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An elegant rectangular tray made in the 1970s, crafted in Lucite with a rich faux tortoiseshell pattern in warm amber and brown tones.
Lucite
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite Magazine Holder Rack, circa 1970
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Atlanta, GA
The semi-transparent Lucite construction enhances its refined aesthetic, while the fashionable tortoiseshell texture exudes sophistication.
Resin, Acrylic, Lucite
Christian Dior Paris Tortoiseshell Lucite Picture Frame, circa 1970
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Atlanta, GA
The cohesive elegance extends to the Lucite easel on the back, ensuring a seamless and refined aesthetic.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Maison Mercier Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Box, circa 1970
By Mercier Freres
Located in Atlanta, GA
The piece enhances a bold rectangular form, which is elevated by a thick Lucite base with a mesmerizing tortoiseshell-textured pattern, perfectly complemented by sleek chromed metal ...
Metal, Chrome
Christian Dior Modernist Tortoiseshell Lucite Magazine Holder, Rack, circa 1970
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
Made from richly textured acrylic Lucite in a sophisticated tortoiseshell pattern, the piece is further embellished with elegant gilt brass detailing on both sides, adding a touch of...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Barware Tortoiseshell Lucite Cocktail Stirrer Set, France, 1950
By Raymond Sudre
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Mid-Century bar tool is crafted from tortoiseshell (tortoise) marble Lucite, featuring an oversized barrel holder and six long, multicolored hard plastic stir sticks with a star...
Plastic, Lucite
Guzzini Magazine Rack in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Briar, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous magazine rack in lucite with a stunning tortoiseshell effect and briar.
Lucite, Burl
Vintage 1950's Tortoiseshell Lucite Box Bag Rialto Barrel Bag
By Rialto
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty to behold, this original vintage 1950's box bag, rendered in a swirling marbled tortoiseshell coloured lucite, and accented by gold metal hardware, is just the perfect piec...
1970s Mid-Century Modern Aluminum, Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Jewelry Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The sophisticated interplay of materials deep tortoiseshell-like marbling of the solid Lucite endcaps and borders contrasted against the crisp metal surfaces.
Aluminum
1970s Dior Home Style Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Centerpiece
By Dior Home, Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The bowl is masterfully crafted from high-quality Lucite, featuring a deep amber and espresso swirl that perfectly mimics the organic beauty of natural tortoiseshell.
Brass
Dior Round Decorative Tray or Centerpiece in Tortoiseshell Lucite & Chrome, 1970
By Willy Rizzo, Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and highly decorative Mid-Century serving tray or centerpiece in gorgeous tortoiseshell-effect lucite and chrome-plated metal.
Metal, Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Appetizer Tray
By Dior Home, Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A vintage appetizer tray designed and manufactured by the Italian design company Alberto Sordi during the 1970s in lovely conditions. The tray features a combination of fake tortoise...
Brass
Serving Tray in Effect Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect lucite in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Serving Tray in Bamboo & Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing large rectangular serving tray or centerpiece in lucite effect tortoiseshell, bamboo and rattan in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Bamboo, Rattan, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Serving Tray or Centerpiece, Italy, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous and unique Mid-Century round serving tray or centerpiece in chromed metal and tortoiseshell-effect Lucite. This stylish and unique piece was produced in Italy during the 197...
Silver Plate
Serving Tray in Effect Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Midcentury Box in Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Team Guzzini, Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular decorative box in tortoiseshell-effect lucite in Christian Dior Home style.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Round Serving Tray in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury round serving tray or vide-poche in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and brass in the style of Christian Dior.
Metal, Brass
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970
By Christian Dior, Team Guzzini, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful rectangular serving tray or vide-poche in faux tortoiseshell and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
Christian Dior Midcentury Large Jewelry Box Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, 1970
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
The contrast between the vibrant tortoiseshell effect lucite and the golden brass make this box incredibly elegant and unique.
Brass
Dior Silver-Plated and Tortoiseshell Lucite Serving Tray or Centerpiece, 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous large round serving tray or centerpiece in silver-plated metal and tortoiseshell-effect lucite. This elegant and unique piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s and is ...
Silver Plate
Serving Tray in Bamboo & Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing large rectangular serving tray or centerpiece in lucite effect tortoiseshell, bamboo and rattan in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Serving Tray in Effect Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass by Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Team Guzzini, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing oval serving tray in faux tortoiseshell-effect Lucite featuring brass handles attributed to Team Guzzini.
Metal, Brass
Squared Box in Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing squared decorative jewelry box in tortoiseshell-effect lucite in Christian Dior style.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular serving tray in tortoiseshell-effect lucite with brass handles designed by Guzzini.
Metal, Brass
Dior Magazine or Bottle Rack Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Dior Home
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century magazine rack made in a wonderful tortoiseshell effect lucite with a brass rim and a clear lucite handle.
Brass
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Dior Style Mid-Century Tortoiseshell Lucite and Silver Pocket Emptier, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century pocket emptier in lucite with tortoiseshell effect and silver. This fantastic piece was designed in France following the style of Christian Dior Style during th...
Metal, Silver
Midcentury Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite Pair of Vide-poche, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful rectangular pair of vide-poche in tortoiseshell effect lucite and chrome in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Massive Italian Cachepot or Container in Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Impressive and sculptural extra large planter or decorative container, entirely crafted in magnificent tortoiseshell-effect lucite and finished with an elegant polished brass upper t...
Brass
Serving Tray Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing serving tray in faux tortoiseshell and brass with handles in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Metal, Brass
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 32.68 in D 1.97 in
Brass and Tortoiseshell Lucite Mirror in the Style of Gabriella Crespi
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Paris, ile de france
A circa 1970 gold-plated Brass and tortoiseshell Lucite mirror in the style of Gabriella Crespi.
Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage Tortoiseshell Lucite Storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sitting on a square clear Lucite base, it has a sloped lid that opens with a clear Lucite pull.
Acrylic
Mr John Jr Trevi Moss Green Hat with Tortoiseshell Lucite Chain, 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
This wide-brimmed hat is accented with a stitch ridge running front to back, a well as a tortoiseshell oval link Lucite chain band, and a tortoiseshell Lucite neck toggle.
Unavailable
H 67 in W 21 in D 12 in
Exceptional Signed Curtis Jere Brass Flamingo Sculptural Floor Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Great design polished brass flamingo floor lamp with tortoiseshell Lucite cube base, original rectangular brass lampshade signed, circa Jere 1976.
Unavailable
H 22.5 in W 13.75 in D 7.5 in
Art Deco / MCM Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell Pattern and Brass Vanity / Floor Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a unique, modern Luxe 1930s-1950s "Art Deco" to Mid-Century Modern Lucite with a faux tortoiseshell pattern vanity mirror with brass.
Brass
FINAL SALE Antique Carved Faux Tortoiseshell Jewelry Box
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Information: This impressive jewelry box is beautifully crafted. It is covered with carved plates of realistic looking faux tortoiseshell. The carvings are very detailed and sophist...
Velvet, Lucite, Wood
2007 Oscar De La Renta Houndstooth Jacket
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Houston, TX
The waist is cinched and accented by a belt with houndstooth edging and a lucite tortoiseshell buckle. Flap closure pockets at hip.
Vintage Tortoiseshell Lucite Photo Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Italian photo frame crafted in richly mottled tortoiseshell Lucite, dating to the 1970s. The frame features a bold, slightly flared silhouette with a sculptural presence, ...
Lucite
Chic Table Lamp with Tortoiseshell Lucite Shade, 1970s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Table lamp in lavender Lucite and brass with tortoiseshell Lucite shade, American 1970s.
Brass
Christian Dior Style Tortoiseshell Lucite Tray , Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, IT
An incredible tortoiseshell lucite serving tray, this piece was produced in Italy in the 1970s and its design is attributed to Willy Rizzo, Gabriella Crespi, Tommaso Barbi, Christian...
Lucite
French Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Large Octagon Serving Tray, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just arrived, this wonderful large French Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Large Tray by Alpac Creations, 1970s.
Brass
Sold
H 7.49 in W 5.52 in D 3.55 in
Tortoiseshell Lucite Picture Photo Frame Holder 1970s in Christian Dior Style
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Tortoiseshell Lucite picture photo frame holder 1970s in Christian Dior style.
Lucite, Plexiglass
Modernist Chrome and Tortoiseshell Lucite Desk Pad, France 1970s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful French modernist desk blotter pad features streamlined high polish chromed metal framing with tortoise (tortoiseshell) Lucite insert. The inside is in yellow butter si...
Metal, Chrome
1980s Vintage Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Italian Fashion Belt
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This lucite is designed to mimic the look of tortoiseshell, with a mottled pattern of dark brown, amber, and golden tones.
Sold
H 1 in W 21.25 in D 21.25 in
Hollywood Regency Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Large Display Tray, 1970's
Located in London, GB
Hollywood Regency Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass Large Display Tray, Franca c. 1970s in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Brass
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H 2.37 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Smoking Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The set combines brass and faux tortoiseshell Lucite, resulting in a chic, decorative pair that embodies the era’s elegant yet modern style.
Brass
Sold
H 12.6 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Pair of Italian Midcentury Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Table Lamps, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Elegant and charming set of two Italian tortoiseshell Lucite table lamps. These table lamps were made during the 1970s in Italy..
Brass
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H 0.6 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Christian Dior Set of 3 Serving Tray Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing set of three nesting serving tray in faux tortoiseshell lucite and brass with handles attributed to Christian Dior Home.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Tortoiseshell Lucite Storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sitting on a square clear Lucite base, it has a sloped lid that opens with a clear Lucite pull.
Lucite
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H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Ice Bucket
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The body of the bucket is crafted from rich, dark faux tortoiseshell Lucite, giving it a luxurious and warm appearance with subtle amber and brown marbling.
Silver Plate
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H 1.58 in Dm 10.24 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Tray by Guzzini
By Guzzini, Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A mid-century modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass round gallery tray designed and manufactured by the Italian design company Guzzini during the 1970s, it's in lovely conditions.
Brass
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H 5.52 in Dm 5.91 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass French Ice Bucket
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The body of the bucket is crafted from faux tortoiseshell Lucite, known for its rich amber and dark brown patterning, mimicking the luxurious appearance of real tortoiseshell.
Brass
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H 1.19 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
1980s Modernist Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Square Tray by Ulderico Cavinato
By Guzzini, Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Ulderico Cavinato, known for his ingenuity in design, crafted this tray with a keen eye for modernist principles and luxury. The tray's fake tortoiseshell Lucite construction lend an...
Silver Plate
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H 0.79 in Dm 14.57 in
1970s Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Italian Octagonal Tray and Coasters
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Crafted from high-quality faux tortoiseshell Lucite, the pieces feature a deep, glossy finish with swirling amber and mahogany tones that expertly mimic the organic beauty of genuine...
Brass
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H 7.49 in W 7.09 in D 5.91 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Italian Ice Bucket
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Crafted with exceptional quality, the body of the bucket boasts a stunning faux tortoiseshell Lucite, exhibiting rich, warm amber and deep brown hues that swirl with remarkable depth...
Brass
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H 1.19 in W 18.9 in D 15.36 in
1980s Modernist Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite and silver Plated Tray by Cavinato
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Ulderico Cavinato, known for his ingenuity in design, crafted this tray with a keen eye for modernist principles and luxury. The tray's fake tortoiseshell Lucite construction lend an...
Silver Plate
Chrome and Tortoiseshell Lucite Box, 1980s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chrome-plated framing with Lucite in a tortoiseshell (tortoise) textured pattern.
Metal, Chrome
Tortoiseshell Lucite Picture Frame, Italy 1970s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Italian picture photo frame, created circa 1970 features a rounded shape with clear and tortoiseshell (tortoise) pattern Lucite framing. The easel at the back is in Lucite.
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Tortoiseshell Lucite Picture Frame, circa 1970
By Studio Italia Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
It features an extra-thick Lucite round framing in a gorgeous tortoiseshell textured pattern.
Lucite, Plexiglass
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H 2.37 in W 7.88 in D 4.73 in
1970s Clear and Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Vanity Box in the manner Of Dior Home
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A glamorous 1970s vanity or utility box, crafted from a striking combination of clear and faux tortoiseshell Lucite/acrylic, designed in the elegant manner of pieces by Dior Home or ...
Lucite, Plexiglass
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H 22.05 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Silver Plate Table Lamp
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The lamp’s body is constructed from four vertical panels of tortoiseshell-patterned Lucite, each boasting a rich, deep brown hue with golden undertones that evoke the natural texture...
Silver Plate
Christian Dior Tortoiseshell Lucite Magazine Rack Holder
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
Geometric "U" shape with large rounded holes for the handles. Semi-transparent Lucite or acrylic with a tortoiseshell (tortoise) textured pattern.
Acrylic, Lucite
Barware Cocktail Stirrers Set Tortoiseshell Lucite Barrel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This midcentury bar set is built with tortoiseshell (tortoise) marble Lucite featuring a huge barrel holder with ten long off-white plastic stir sticks with star finial.
Plastic, Lucite
Chrome and Tortoiseshell Lucite Box, France 1970s
Located in Atlanta, GA
The chrome-plated framing is complimented by Lucite in a tortoiseshell (tortoise) textured pattern.
Metal, Chrome
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite Double Picture Frame, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stylish vintage picture frame from the 1970s crafted in tortoiseshell-patterned Lucite with two circular clear Lucite lenses that beautifully magnify and highlight the photos inside.
Lucite
Modernist Chrome and Tortoiseshell Lucite Box, circa 1970
By Mercier Freres
Located in Atlanta, GA
The piece boasts a chrome-plated framing with Lucite in a tortoiseshell (tortoise) textured pattern.
Metal, Chrome
20th Century Vintage Dior Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Serving Tray
By Christian Dior
Located in Birmingham, AL
A fabulous 20th century vintage faux tortoiseshell rectangular shaped lucite serving tray or vide-poche with wrapped brass edge made in Italy by Christian Dior Home, circa 1970s.
Acrylic, Lucite
Maison Mercier Paris, Tortoiseshell Lucite and Chrome Box, 1970s
By Mercier Freres
Located in Atlanta, GA
It features a thick tortoise (tortoiseshell) pattern Lucite or Plexiglass base and chromed metal framing, which gives it a sophisticated and modern look.
Metal, Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Octagonal Italian Tray
By Christian Dior
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An amazing serving tray designed and manufactured in Italy in the Seventies in the style of Christian Dior who used lucite with a faux tortoiseshell effect for many of his home colle...
Lucite, Plexiglass
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H 1.58 in W 23.23 in D 13.39 in
Midcentury Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Guzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful large mid-century tray in tortoiseshell effect lucite and brass. This marvellous piece, clearly in the style of Christian Dior was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Guz...
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 1.78 in Dm 20.48 in
Modernist Large Round Butler Barware Serving Tray Tortoiseshell Lucite & Chrome
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant extra large vintage modernist Lucite and chrome serving tray. Oversized round shape with turned-up edges and central large chromed metal band inlaid. Perfect for barware, coc...
Chrome
Sold
H 1.97 in W 13.39 in D 23.23 in
Christian Dior Style Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, IT
Plexiglass serving tray with tortoiseshell pattern and brass handles, designed in the manner of Christian Dior.
Brass
Sold
W 1.97 in D 0.2 in L 3.15 in
1990s Vintage Fake TortoiseShell Lucite and Black Onyx Chandelier Earrings
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These dramatic drop earrings are a captivating fusion of intricate craftsmanship and bold design. Featuring large teardrop-shaped pendants with an ornate cutout pattern, the earrings...
Onyx
Sold
H 2.5 in W 16.75 in D 16.75 in
Taitu 1970s Italian Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Serving Tray Centerpiece
By Taitu
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Taitu 1970s Italian serving tray. This gorgeous vintage Italian serving tray features a lovely 1970s design. The rim of the tray features a polished brass rim, and the body is made...
Lucite
Sold
H 1.19 in W 19.3 in D 15.36 in
Serving Tray Centerpiece Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite & Brass by Taitu, Italy 1970s
By Taitu, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
1970s rectangular serving tray centerpiece in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and brass borders by Taitu, Milan, Italy.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 1.19 in W 6.7 in D 11.42 in
Midcentury Tortoiseshell Lucite and Silver French Serving Tray after Dior, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century serving tray in lucite with tortoiseshell effect and silver. This fantastic piece was designed in France following the style of Christian Dior Style during the ...
Metal, Silver
Sold
H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 0.79 in
1970S Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Octagonal Tray
By Guzzini, Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The fake tortoise Lucite, designed to imitate the luxurious look of real tortoiseshell it's the focal point of the tray's design.
Brass
Sold
H 20.87 in W 16.93 in D 0.79 in
1970S Mid-Century Modern Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Octagonal Tray
By Guzzini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The fake tortoise Lucite, designed to imitate the luxurious look of real tortoiseshell it's the focal point of the tray's design.
Brass
Sold
H 1.19 in Dm 15.75 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fake Tortoiseshell Lucite Tray by Guzzini
By Guzzini, Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A Mid-century modern Fake Tortoise Lucite and Brass round tray designed and manufactured by the Italian design company Guzzini during the 1970s, it is in good conditions with normal ...
Brass
Sold
H 1.97 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
1970s Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Luxury Box Dior Home Style
By Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Crafted from heavy, high-quality lucite with a stunning faux tortoiseshell finish, the piece radiates deep amber and rich espresso tones that dance beautifully when caught by the lig...
Brass
Sold
H 11.42 in W 16.93 in D 0.79 in
1970s Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Trays By Guzzini
By Guzzini, Dior Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This set of two 1970s mid-century modern trays by Guzzini showcases a sophisticated faux tortoiseshell aesthetic crafted from high-quality Lucite.
Lucite
Kara by Kara Ross Tortoiseshell Lucite and Gilt Metal Large Link Bracelet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Huge link shape in tortoiseshell-like Lucite and gilded metal with studs all over.
Gilt Metal
Sold
H 2.5 in W 23.5 in D 14 in
Italian Lucite Tortoiseshell & Brass Rim Serving Large Tray by Guzzini, 1970
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just arrived from Italy, this Mid-century tray in a gorgeous Tortoiseshell lucite and Brass. This charming rectangular tray, clearly is in the style of Christian Dior, it was produ...
Brass
Sold
H 30.32 in W 29.93 in D 17.72 in
Willy Rizzo Trolley with Service Tray Brass and Lucite Tortoise, Italy, 1980s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant trolley in golden brass and tortoiseshell Lucite. Service tray and bottle holder.
Brass
Sold
H 15.95 in W 45.08 in D 31.5 in
Chromed Steel and Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite Coffee Table, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
The contrast between the chrome and the tortoiseshell lucite top is incredibly charming and makes this piece a must have for Mid-Century style lovers.
Steel, Chrome
Art Deco Style Picture Frame in Lucite Tortoise, Italy
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Art Deco style photo/picture frame in tortoiseshell lucite with triangular pattern of mother of pearl.
Acrylic
Art Deco English Mantle Clock Faux Tortoise Shell, circa 1930s
Located in Devon, England
Very attractive, compact desk clock from the early 1930s utilising early faux tortoiseshell Lucite and a Fine mechanical movement providing good timekeeping.
Brass
Sold
H 30.32 in W 29.93 in D 17.72 in
Willy Rizzo Brass and Lucite Tortoise Italian Trolley with Service Tray, 1980s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant golden brass and tortoiseshell Lucite trolley. This item is attributed to Willy Rizzo and was produced in Italy during 1980s.
Brass
1970s Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell Tray
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
1970s lucite faux tortoiseshell tray with brass handles.
Brass
Vintage Tortoiseshell and Lucite and Stell Italian Serving Tray
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
This is an iconic square serving tray or platter in tortoiseshell effect lucite with chrome steel edges.
Steel
$399
H 1.19 in W 15.36 in D 10.63 in
1970s Vintage Lucite Tray with Faux Tortoise Pattern and Brass Rim
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Glam rectangular tray in plexiglass/Lucite with tortoise pattern in brown and with a solid brass rim around.
Brass
Vintage Serving Tray in Lucite Tortoise and Brass, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Italian oval vintage serving tray in Lucite with tortoise pattern and brass handles. Very good condition with minor scratches.
Brass
$902
H 0.99 in W 19.3 in D 11.42 in
Mid-century Lucite and Brass Serving Tray by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century Lucite and brass serving tray by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s Intact and in good condition. Width 49 cm Depth 29 cm Height 2.5 cm
Brass
Tortoiseshell-Pattern Lacquered Dome-Top Trinket Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A small rectangular box with a curved, dome-shaped lid, finished in a glossy faux-tortoiseshell pattern in rich tones of amber, chocolate brown, and black. The high-gloss lacquer or ...
Wood
$400
H 1.25 in W 15.75 in D 11.5 in
Hollywood Regency Art Deco French Brass & Tortoise Shell Cocktail Serving Tray
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brass and faux tortoiseshell tray features a classic and elegant Hollywood Regency/Art Deco design. Square rod sides with round ball feet and a semi translucent bottom. Mea...
Brass
$308
H 2.37 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
Onyx Box Decorative or Jewelry Box Brown Color Made in Italy circa 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Box in onyx, in a green color. It is a decorative or jewelry box, made in Italy circa 1970.
Onyx
$457
H 1.97 in W 22.05 in D 16.54 in
Christian Dior Home Collection Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass Serving Tray, Italy
Located in Lille, BE
Acrylic serving tray in faux tortoiseshell, brass corner mounts, Italy, circa 1960s. Attributed to Christian Dior Home Collection. A rare piece, the kind that turns up occasionally...
Acrylic
Mid-Century Modern Onyx Jewelry Box, Made in Italy, 1960s Design
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous Box in Onyx. Made in Italy. This box is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 5,31 x 3,74 x 1,96 H inches 13,5 x 9,5 x 5 H cm
Onyx
$399 / item
H 1.78 in W 6.89 in D 4.34 in
Midcentury Lucite and Brass Christian Dior Jewelry Box, French 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and tiny Christian Dior style jewellery case, it is made of Lucite, Tortoise plexiglass and brass. It was produced in France during 1970s and in its simplicity and elega...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Lucite Box, Faux Marble, USA, 1970
By Various Makers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist Lucite box was crafted in the 1970s. Its rectangular shape boasts a crystal-clear Lucite or Acrylic and faux marble textured pattern. The luminous, milky hone...
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Brass centerpiece plate, Italian production, 1960s mid-century
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Brass plate, mid-century style, Italian production 1960. Condition: Fair - superficial marks Materials: brass
Brass
$742
H 1.58 in W 15.36 in D 5.52 in
Italian Mid-Century Acrylic Faux Tortoise and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Mid-Century Acrylic Faux Tortoise and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s Gorgeous Italian crafted jewelry box made of acrylic with brass details. Can be used as a jewelry box as we...
Brass
$1,028
H 1.58 in Dm 19.69 in
Round Centerpiece Serving Tray Lucite Faux Tortoiseshell and Brass, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing round serving tray / centerpiece in tortoiseshell effect lucite with and border brass in the style of Christian Dior. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Metal, Brass
$994
H 1.58 in W 23.04 in D 13.59 in L 1.58 in
Willy Rizzo Large Tortoiseshell Effect Lucite and Brass Serving Tray, Italy 1970
By Willy Rizzo, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous large serving tray in gorgeous tortoiseshell-effect lucite with brass handles. This charming rectangular tray is attributed to the mastery of Willy Rizzo and was produced i...
Metal, Brass
Faux Tortoise Decorative Box in the style of Hermes, 1970s
By Hermès
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Faux Tortoise Decorative Box in the style of Hermes, 1970s Hollywood Regency - Vintage - Design The chic pattern has been popular in interiors for centuries. Measures : 23x13cm H:6cm...
Brass
$628
H 0.79 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in
Mid-20th Century Rectangular Box in Clear Lucite and Burl Wood, Italy, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale this highly decorative vintage box, made in Italy around the 1970s in clear Lucite with a beautiful burl wood insert. The box is substantial and rat...
Lucite, Burl
Original Antique Print of an Owl, 1847 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of an owl. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after cpt. brown with original hand color. Publishe...
Paper
Travertine Cat or Dog Bowl Set
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Travertine
Tiffany Sterling Elegant Lobed Bowl
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Tiffany Sterling Elegant Lobed Bowl from Mid Century 20th century. Heavy gauge sterling in an elegant, Asian lobed form, perfect table centerpiece. Mid Century Tiffany, 1960's USA. 8...
Sterling Silver
Set of Six Crystal "Massena" Red Wine Glasses by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" red wine glasses by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched directl...
Crystal
$2,171
H 6.3 in W 9.45 in D 5.71 in
Luciano Gaspari Pink Purple Sommerso Murano Art Glass Bowl, Signed, Italy 1960s
By Luciano Gaspari, Salviati
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding hand blown Murano Art glass bowl in shades of purple pink and blue. Italy, 1960s. Manufactured By Luciano Gaspari for Salviati. Signed underneath. This beautiful bowl has...
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
$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
$475
H 12 in W 9.5 in D 3 in
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor Auction Sothebys Books Catalogs in Slipcase Box
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Sotheby's "The Duke and Duchess of Windsor Auction" Book Catalogs. This is a three volume boxed set of sale catalogues which were produced by Sotheby's in 1997 for the disposal of th...
Paper
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
H 10 in Dm 4.75 in
Chinese Qing Blue and White Porcelain Vase with Foo Dogs and Double Happiness
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A Qing Chinese porcelain vase with baluster-form, hand-painted with cobalt blue decoration of "shuang-xi" or "double happiness" symbol representing happiness in marriage, amid contin...
Porcelain
Onyx Narrow Bowl
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite Onyx NARROW Bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious onyx stone, this stunning bowl is a testament to timeless beauty and sophis...
Marble
$150 / item
H 1.78 in W 4.14 in D 4.53 in
Handmade Cast Bronze Squared Wabi-Sabi Decorative Bowl, Vide-Poche, Small
By The Design Foundry
Located in London, London
Graceful bronze bowl, vide-poche, inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the ancient Japanese philosophy that views and embraces the world for its imperfections and transient nature. It translates i...
Bronze
$21,000 / set
H 0.75 in W 12 in D 12 in
Old Marble Flooring Tile Reclaimed Italian Carrara Antique Checkerboard floor
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old marble flooring is an Italian luxury reclaimed tile from the early 1900’s. All our exclusively showcased lines of tile are salvaged from ancient noble homes, large Mediterra...
Marble
Gilt Cast Metal Horse's Head
Located in New York, NY
Originally used as a butcher's trade sign. With mounting hooks on back. This head was previously mounted on the carriage house of Buatta's country house in Connecticut.
Metal
"Voltaire" Figured Oak Sideboard by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Step into the allure of 1930s French sophistication with our exquisitely hand-crafted Voltaire sideboard, a homage to the Post-Deco era. Meticulously designed, this sideboard capture...
Oak
Fine French Art Deco amboyna vanity/ dressing table w/ brass trim
Located in New York City, NY
As an ode to the glamour of the Roaring Twenties, this stunning original 1930s dressing table exudes Hollywood glamour with its exotic amboyna grain. The wood exhibits exquisite an...
Brass
Arne Vodder styled Mid Century Desk with Allan Gould Chair
By Arne Vodder
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A wonderful walnut desk with boomerang sculptural top, two drawers one small and one file sized with brass pulls. Also includes an Allan Gould compass desk chair which was used by th...
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Denton, TX
A very rare pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin lounge chairs. These are an earlier model that include the original labels. These chairs have been restored in a faux teddy bear i...
Walnut
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.
Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.
From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.
When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.
Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.
Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
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