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ViNTAGE RETRO MID CENTURY MODERN KITCHEN LARDER UNIT MAIDSAVER LUSTY PRODUCt
By LUSTY
Located in GB
totally original Retro Kitchen cabinet circa 1940-1950 by Maidsaver A Lusty product
Please note the
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Vintage 1940s English Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
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Glass, Wood
H 69.1 in W 30.32 in D 19.3 in
Custom Mid-Century Modern Kitchen or Dining Table, Desk, Console in Any Size
Located in Chicago, IL
desk, dining, sofa table or console, this Mid-Century Modern designed base offers a sturdy footing for
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
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Steel
Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Scale by Olland De Bilt Nederland in Gold and Chrome
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very decorative statement piece in your kitchen this big kitchen scale made by Olland De Bilt
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining
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Steel
H 21.07 in W 14.57 in D 11.42 in
American Industrial Wire Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
your fruit on the counter top of your Mid-Century Modern kitchen.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
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Steel
Midcentury Kitchen Pot Shaped Ice Bucket in Brass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Pot Cauldron Tripod ice bucket or wine cooler, Brass. Spain, 1950s.
It
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Barware
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Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Chicken Folk Art Wicker Wood Bamboo Lidded Basket Handwoven Kitchen 1960
Located in Miami, FL
Button Eyes, Bamboo Tail, Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Accessories.
Gift for a collector. Great decoration
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Decorative Baskets
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Bamboo, Wicker, Plastic
H 11.25 in W 9 in D 9 in
Six Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Kitchen Chairs
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of six dining chairs. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be able to deliver curbside for less than...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Fabric
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Lower Cabinet, Original, 1940s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel lower kitchen cabinet, drawer, original, 1940s.
Measures: 10
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Steel
H 30 in W 10 in D 18.5 in
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Cabinet Cutlery Drawers, 1940s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen cabinet drawers 1940s original finish. Wall mountable
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Steel
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Upper Cabinet, Wall-Mount, Gray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen upper cabinet, wall-mount, gray, original finish. two
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Steel
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern Steel Kitchen Cabinet, Wall-Mount, Gray, Original
Located in Brooklyn, NY
St. Charles Mid-Century Modern steel kitchen cabinet, wall-mount, gray, original finish. two-door
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Steel
H 48 in W 30 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Modern Spaghetti Pattern Hairpin Leg Kitchen Set, 7 Pieces
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-Century Modern Spaghetti pattern Hairpin leg kitchen set - 7 Pieces.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern cabinet offers generous storage and organization with its many drawers and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Flip Top Square Melamine Kitchen Dining Game Table MINT!
By McGuire, Florence Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair New Linen upholstery heavy solid maple frames American lounge chairs MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
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Birch
Mid-Century Modern Style Three Light Billiard, Kitchen or Dining Table Pendant
Located in Plainview, NY
The Mid-Century Modern-style three-light pendant is a striking luminary crafted to grace your
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
H 30 in W 76 in D 15.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Hall Tree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage hall tree full of Mid-Century Modern elegance. With a storage cabinet and mirrored panel
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Server Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage cabinet offers plenty of storage in a compact design made complete by a handsome walnut exterior. The cabinet's top also opens to reveal a stone surface. Please confirm ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Walnut
Danish Mid Century Modern L Shape Bench Chairs Dining Table Kitchen Dinette Set
By Farstrup
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern L Shape Bench Chairs Dining Table Kitchen Dinette Set .
Table is in MINT
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
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Hardwood
H 28 in W 48 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Pine Settle, English Bench, Pew, Hall, Kitchen, Boot Room
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a Mid-Century Modern pine settle, an English bench or pew, ideal for the hall, kitchen or
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Mid-20th Century English Victorian Benches
Materials
Pine
H 46.46 in W 50.01 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cheese Slicer
Located in Sheffield, MA
A Scandinavian modern cheese slicer, this Swedish Modern period cheese slicer made circa mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces
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Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Cane Door Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage server full of Mid-Century Modern style, this piece can a brighten a room with its warm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Cane, Wood
Early Mid Century Modern Table Crumber
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An early Mid-Century Modern period silent butler or table crumber by Kay Bojesen (Denmark, 1886
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Asian Chinoiserie China Cabinet
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Mid century modern style china cabinet features rattan style legs and brass asian chinoiserie style
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Brass
Rare Set of 10 Mid-Century Modern Brass Kitchen, Bar / Restaurant Pendant Lights
Located in Lisse, NL
(in your kitchen, living room, study) or in a business setting (in a gallery, restaurant, bar or
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
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H 40 in Dm 13.6 in
Small Mid-Century Modern Walnut Side Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Mid-Century Modern walnut side cabinet that is perfect for adding storage to a room or entryway
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chest by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage wooden chest by Lane is a tasteful and quality piece of Mid-Century Modern design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Tray
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Tray
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20th Century Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Disc Cabinet
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, we offer this Mid-Century Modern disc cabinet, made in mahogany wood and brass details
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern bar cart with removable tray and shelf has hand-cast brass hardware and brass
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Carts and Ba...
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Wood
Mid century wooden and formica kitchen table, Czechoslovakia, 1950´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century kitchen table with one drawer with a chrome handle as an interesting design element
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Tables
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Formica, Wood
H 31.11 in W 43.31 in D 27.56 in
Mid Century Modern Italian Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Italian Modern Teak Cabinet
Average vintage condition and structurally sound
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Teak, Birch, Oak
Mid-century Modern bar cabinet.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing Mid-Century Modern bar cabinet. The bar rests on four tall legs, which gives it an image of
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Burl Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
An unusual Mid Century modern style cabinet with a striking Olive Ash burl veneered fitted two-door
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Wood
Mid Century Modern Hairpin Leg Sliding Door Cabinet
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A mid century modern hairpin leg sliding door cabinet. A very pretty little cabinet featuring white
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Display Cabinet
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage American made cabinet with hair pin iron legs. Three sides of glass for display, shelves with glass, two large doors.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Burl Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
An unusual Mid-Century Modern style cabinet with a striking Olive Ash burl veneered fitted two-door
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Marquetry Commode
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern marquetry commode with a rectangular top above a case inlaid with greek
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Metal, Bronze
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Rolling Teak Stereo Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A beaitiful Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Rolling Teak Stereo Cabinet in great vintage condition
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Carved Teak Wood Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern oversized bowl in carved teak wood, with label on the bottom. Measures: 8
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Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern teak cabinet featurning spacious storage space behind a sleek set of tambour doors
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher
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20th Century Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Double Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Teak grain vintage modern cabinet with adjustable shelves. Double door cabinets, sleek lines, great
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Teak
Mid-Century Modern Malachite and Brass Catchall
Located in Charleston, SC
A stunning mid-century modern authentic malachite bowl with a brass scalloped rim. The details in
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
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Malachite, Brass
Walnut Mid-Century Modern Bar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
size. Quality Mid-Century craftsmanship and rich walnut make this piece beautiful and functional
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Walnut
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Serving Platter in Hardwood
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian mid century modern serving platter is absolutely stunning. This
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
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Wood, Hardwood
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinet
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinet. Featuring a straight line design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Glass Bar Cart
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Glass Bar Cart makes the perfect addition to your entertaining room! Set
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
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Brass
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Three Part Glass Serving Dish
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing mid century modern serving tray. Features a fantastic shape with notable designs.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
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Glass
Mid Century English Modern Teak Hutch
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century English Modern Teak Hutch by G Plan
Above average vintage condition and structurally
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Nutcracker Mid Century Modern Austria 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Mid-century nutcracker from Austria. Both in terms of quality and design used, this piece is
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia Dresser
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia Dresser. Above average vintage condition and structurally sound
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Oak, Walnut
Mid Century Italian Modern Rosewood Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Italian Modern Rosewood Cabinet. Average vintage condition and structurally sound. Very
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Rosewood
Longwy Dishe Mid-Modern Century
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Big dishes by Longwy with Medusa decor.
Made in faience craquelée.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
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Mid Century Modern Kitchen For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern kitchen available at 1stDibs. A mid century modern kitchen — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern kitchen, we have 15682 options in-stock, while there are 277 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century modern kitchen, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern kitchen is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century modern kitchen over the years, but those crafted by Aldo Tura, Georg Jensen and Cesare Lacca are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Kitchen?
A mid century modern kitchen can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,395, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $475,000.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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 legendary 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.
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.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Kitchen
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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, 2021The 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, 2021Mid 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, 2021Mid 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. - Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 22, 2021Most 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.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
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Low White Cabinet
Sculptural Walnut Dresser
Modern Oak Cabinet Glass Door
Mid Century Deco Nightstands
Modernist Nightstand
4 Seat Round Dining Table
Tall Cabinet With Double Doors
Brass Kitchen Shelving
4 Seater Round Dining Table
Burled Wood Chest
Burl Door Cabinets On Base
Mid Century Server Buffet
Mid Century Buffet Server
Pedestal Dining Table Kitchen
Large Mid Century Armoire
Midcentury Modern Brass Chrome Cabinet
Walnut Modern Clean Credenza
Small Sofa Console