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Brutalist Mid Century Ship Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Redding, CT
Brutalist Mid Century Ship Wall Sculpture. Mixed torch cut metals with painted accents.
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Metal

Brutalist Mid Century Sculpture by Frank Cota
Located in Redding, CT
Brutalist Mid Century Sculpture by American Artist Frank Cota. Large in scale and vibrant in design
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Midcentury Iron Sculpture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A striking Late 1960s Brutalist midcentury iron sculpture in all very good original condition for
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Midcentury Iron Sculpture
Brutalist Midcentury Iron Sculpture
H 6.5 in W 19 in D 9.5 in
Brutalist Mid-Century Bronze, T. Mori 1962 Butterfly.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Brutalist Mid-Century bronze, T. Mori Butterfly 1962. Spectacular, great color and patination
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Brutalist Mid Century Nail Art Sculpture Signed Schwartz
By Ron Schmidt
Located in Redding, CT
Brutalist Mid-Century Modern Nail Art sculpture signed Schwartz. Brutalist style copper and steel
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Copper, Iron

Canadian Brutalist Mid Century King Headboard
Located in Countryside, IL
Canadian Brutalist mid century king headboard Headboard measures: 82 wide x 1.5 deep x 44.25
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Mirror
Located in Countryside, IL
Tobago Brutalist Mid Century walnut mirror Mirror measures: 62.5 wide x 2.25 deep x 36.5 inches
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Mirror
Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Mirror
H 36.5 in W 62.5 in D 2.25 in
Brutalist Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Blackened Steel
By Laurel, Richard Barr
Located in Stamford, CT
Brutalist Mid Century Modern Table Lamp, Blackened Steel, One Available One of a pair having fine
Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Mirrors, Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Brutalist mid century mirrors - pair Each mirror measures: 19 wide x 1.25 deep x 48.75 high
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern More Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Mirrors, Pair
Lane Brutalist Mid Century Mirrors, Pair
H 48.75 in W 19 in D 1.25 in
Pair Brutalist Mid Century Lamps Signed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Brutalist Mid Century Lamps Signed Captivating pair of handmade brutalist lamps. Crafted from
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Wonderful Brutalist Mid Century Tobago Dry Bar / Cabinet, Server
By Paul Evans, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wonderful Brutalist Mid Century Tobago dry bar / cabinet, server..Amazing design,, Nice size
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Brutalist Dry Bars

Materials

Formica, Walnut

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Brutalist mid century walnut queen headboard This headboard measures: 62.25 wide x 1.25
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Tobago Canadian Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Mirror
Located in Countryside, IL
Tobago Canadian Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Mirror Mirror measures: 63 wide x 3.5 deep x 38
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 80 wide x 20.25 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut King Headboard
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut King Headboard This headboard measures: 80.25 wide x 1.25 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Canadian Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Canadian Brutalist mid century lowboy with mirror Lowboy measures: 82.75 wide x 19.25 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Thomasville Tiki Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Nightstand
By Thomasville
Located in Countryside, IL
Thomasville Tiki Brutalist mid century walnut nightstand This nightstand measures: 20.5 wide x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Oak Mirror, Set
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Brutalist mid century oak mirror - set These mirrors measures: 28.5 wide x 1 deep x 47
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Canadian Brutalist Midcentury Oak Lowboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Canadian brutalist midcentury oak lowboy dresser. This lowboy measures: 74.75 wide x 20 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Chrome

Tobago Brutalist Midcentury Walnut Nightstands, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Tobago Brutalist midcentury walnut nightstands, pair. Each nightstand measures: 26 wide x 18
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Midcentury Oak Armoire
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Oak Armoire This armoire measures: 36 wide x 19 deep x 63.25
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Mid-Century Lamp in the Style of Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Redding, CT
Brutalist Mid-Century lamp in the style of Curtis Jere. Torch cut shapes of stars and branches or
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 78 wide x 19.5
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 28 wide x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 28 wide x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard This headboard measures: 60 wide x 1.75
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 78 wide x 18.5
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Oak Nightstands – Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Oak Nightstands – Pair Each nightstand measures: 27 wide x 17
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak

Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Armoire Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Armoire Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 40.5 wide x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Brutalist Mid Century Man Throwing Spear Steel Sculpture
Located in Countryside, IL
Brutalist mid century man throwing spear steel sculpture This sculpture measures: 22 wide x 7
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Vintage Brutalist Mid Century Steel Metal Family Table Sculpture Signed Hardy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Brutalist mid century steel metal Family sculpture Signed Hardy. Item features sculpture of
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Lane Staccato Brutalist Midcentury Oak King Headboard
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist midcentury Oak King Headboard This headboard measures: 80 wide x 1.75
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Lane Staccato Brutalist Midcentury Oak Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist midcentury Oak Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 78 wide x 19 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Broyhill Brasilia Style Brutalist Mid-Century Walnut Full Headboard
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia style Brutalist mid-century walnut full headboard The headboard measures: 56.5
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Canadian Brutalist Mid Century Rosewood Chrome and Oak Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Canadian Brutalist mid century rosewood oak and chrome Armoire This armoire measures: 39 wide x
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans Style Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Mirror
By Lane Furniture, Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans style lane Brutalist mid century walnut mirror Mirror measures: 62.5 wide x 2 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Walnut, Mirror

Brutalist Mid-Century Modern Tom Greene Brass Sculptural Chandelier Feldman Co.
By Feldman Lighting Co., Tom Greene
Located in Wayne, NJ
Brutalist  Mid-Century Modern tom greene brass Chandelier by Feldman. It has 8 arms and one down
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century 6 Drawer Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century 6 Drawer Walnut Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 58 wide x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Buffet and Hutch
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Buffet and Hutch The buffet measures: 66 wide x 19.25
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Oak and Mirror King Headboard
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Oak and Mirror King Headboard This headboard measures: 80 wide
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Oak

Paul Evans Style Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Queen Headboard
By Paul Evans, Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans style lane Brutalist mid century walnut queen headboard This headboard is 60 wide x 2
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Upholstered King Headboard with Lights
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Upholstered King Headboard with Lights This headboard measures
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Broyhill Sculptra Brutalist Mid-Century Walnut Commode Nightstands, a Pair
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill sculptra Brutalist mid century walnut commode nightstands - a pair. Each nightstand
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut and Mirror Queen Storage Headboard
Located in Countryside, IL
Tobago brutalist mid century walnut and mirror Queen storage headboard Headboard measures: 60 wide
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Broyhill Sculptra Brutalist Mid Century Walnut 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser
By Broyhill
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Sculptra Brutalist mid century walnut 5 drawer highboy dresser Dresser measures: 40 wide
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Copper

Brutalist Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp Bernard Rooke, United Kingdom, 1970's
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This brutalist mid-century modern stoneware table lamp with matte cream white and terracotta
Category

Vintage 1970s British Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Brutalist Mid-Century Wall Sconce by Albano Poli for Poliarte, 1970s
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Aachen, NRW
Brutalist mid-century wall sconce sconce by Albano Poli for Poliarte, 1970s Poliarte Italy, sconce
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

French Art Nouveau Brutalist Mid Century Scrolling Iron Kitchen Island Bar Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Nouveau style Brutalist mid century scrolling iron and copper kitchen island bar table
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Copper, Iron

Brutalist Mid-Century Wall Sconce by Albano Poli for Poliarte, 1970s
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Aachen, NRW
Brutalist mid-century wall sconce sconce by Albano Poli for Poliarte, 1970s Poliarte Italy, sconce
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Midcentury Illuminated Resin Coffee Side Table from Accolay, France
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Brutalist. Midcentury illuminated resin coffee side table from Accolay, France. Naturalistic
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

Paul Evans Style Canadian Brutalist Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans style Canadian Brutalist Mid Century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser Dresser measures
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Brutalist Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Richard Barr for Laurel Brutalist Mid Century Table Lamps, A Pair
By Laurel, Richard Barr
Located in Countryside, IL
Richard Barr for Laurel Brutalist Mid Century Table Lamps - A Pair Each lamp measures: 5.5 wide
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Broyhill Brasilia Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Brutalist mid century walnut dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 20
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Brutalist Mid-Century Design Wall Mirror with Wrought Iron Frame and Chain
Located in München, DE
Rare Brutalist mid-century design wall mirror with wrought iron frame and chain. Great 50s
Category

Vintage 1950s German Brutalist Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

United Tiki Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Countryside, IL
United Tiki Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Expanding Dining Table with 2 Leaves This table measures
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Heavy Brutalist Mid Century Design Wall Mirror with Wrought Iron Frame and Chain
Located in München, DE
Very rare heavy Brutalist mid century design wall mirror with wrought iron frame and chain. Great
Category

Vintage 1950s German Brutalist Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Mid-Century Wooden Bar with 3 Bar Chairs, 1970s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Brutalist Mid-Century Wooden Bar with 3 Bar Chairs, 1970s Beautiful wooden set, a bar with three
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Heavy Brutalist Mid-Century Design Wall Mirror with Wrought Iron Frame and Chain
Located in München, DE
Very rare heavy Brutalist mid-century design wall mirror with wrought iron frame and chain. Great
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wrought Iron

Brutalist Mid-Century Iron Wall Light
Located in London, GB
A large brutalist iron wall light. France, c1950s. Stylish metal laticed design. Re
Category

Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Mid-Century Iron Wall Light
Brutalist Mid-Century Iron Wall Light
H 28.75 in W 5.91 in D 11.03 in
Large Brutalist Mid-Century Belgium Credenza
Located in London, GB
A large six door credenza or sideboard. Belgium, c1970s. A scarcer model than the ones done by De Coene. Simple turned handles. Veneered and stained wood. Good co...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Large Brutalist Mid-Century Belgium Credenza
Large Brutalist Mid-Century Belgium Credenza
H 43.31 in W 111.03 in D 18.12 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the brutalist mid century you’re looking for. A brutalist mid century — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. There are 2901 variations of the antique or vintage brutalist mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 21 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the brutalist mid century you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A brutalist mid century, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made brutalist mid century over the years, but those crafted by Lane Furniture, Adrian Pearsall and Laurel Lamp Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Brutalist Mid Century?

The average selling price for a brutalist mid century at 1stDibs is $2,181, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $351,924 for the highest priced.
Questions About Brutalist Mid Century
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.