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French Mid-Century Valet
Located in Austin, TX
Valet from mid-century France. This piece is made of mahogany that has been ebonized and finished
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Roma, IT
Very rare midcentury valet stand in a stunning beechwood and brass. This gorgeous item was produced
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 40.95 in W 18.51 in D 12.6 in
Signed Fratelli Reguitti Ico Parisi Italian Midcentury Valet Stand Wood Brass
By Ico Parisi, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
and use. This beauty is an eyecatcher. It would be a perfect addition and upgrade for any Mid-Century
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 41.34 in W 18.51 in D 12.6 in
Mid-Century Valet or Butlers Chair in White Painted Wood with Gray Velvet Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique midcentury 1960s valet or butlers chair with newly painted white wood frame and new grey
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 43 in W 15.5 in D 21.5 in
Pearl Wick "Val-O-Seat" Butler's Chair
By Nova
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fantastic midcentury valet chair made by the Pearl-Wick brand in Long Island City, Queens, New York
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Walnut Valet
Located in Vallejo, CA
A vintage walnut valet to meet all your organizing needs. Features several inset areas for
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Colorful Childs Valet
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-century child’s valet fashioned from turned wood and whimsically painted. Possibly made by the
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Parisi Designed Valet Chair
By Ico Parisi, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern butler chair by Ico Parisi and Luisa Parisi for Fratelli Regguitti. Walnut
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Rope, Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century purple glass valet tray
Located in Milano, IT
Mid-Century modern collectible glass - purple glass valet tray
A timeless and attractive valet
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Mid-Century Modern Lucite Valet Stand with Wheels
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Lucite valet stand Dressboy
The piece is in good condition with wear
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Lucite
Mid-Century Brass Valet, 1960s, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very elegant, very decorative.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Regency Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Valet Wood Stand, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Modern valet wood stand, circa 1960.
By unknown designer.
Manufactured in France
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Valet Wood Stand, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Modern valet wood stand, circa 1960
By unknown designer.
Manufactured in France
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Personal Valets Wood and Chrome
Located in Vienna, AT
German chromed steel and wood valtet made in Germany in the late 1950s.
In a very good original condition.
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid Century Modern Rattan Valet Stand. Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Rattan Valet Stand. Circa 1960s
Features a clean lines design and the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Rattan
Italian Walnut Mid-Century Modern Gentleman's Valet, 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Raised on two trestle form legs and having an adjusting pants press and removable jacket hanger.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Men's Clothing Valet C1960 Italy
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Sculptural and very functional clothing valet from Italy. Has all the necessary accoutrements for
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Nickel Chrome Gentlemans Clothes Valet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Exceptional style of simplicity in this chrome with black enamel elements clothes valet. Adjustable
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Enamel, Chrome
Vintage SPQR Mid Century Italian Modern Clothing Valet Seat Chair with Drawer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage SPQR Mid Century Italian Modern Birch and Brass Clothing Valet Chair with Drawer. Item
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood
H 42.5 in W 19 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Gentlemens Valet with Two Drawers, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage mid-century gentlemen's valet.
Dark walnut and features shelf for cuff links or jewelry
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Lucite Valet Towel or Blanket Rack
Located in Pasadena, CA
Mid Century Lucite Valet Towel or Blanket Rack with six arms. Great weight thick base and stem
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Lucite
Two French Mid-Century Modern Personal Valets / Coat Stands
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century personal valets / coat stands in a sober, modern style including a solid
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Lucite Valet Stand Dressboy with Wheels
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Lucite valet stand dressboy
The piece is in good condition with wear
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Valet Clothes by Ico Parisi
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern valet clothes Stand designed by Ico Parisi during the 1950s. Manufacturerd in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century Modern Valet Clothes by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern valet clothes stand designed by Ico Parisi during the 1950s. Manufacturerd in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
Mid Century Modern Mahogany Clothes Valet by Fratelli Reguitti
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Vintage mahogany clothes valet by Fratelli Reguitti. On casters for easy movement. Will outfit an
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Mahogany Valet Stand by SPQR
By SPQR
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage 1950's Italian Clothing Valet Stand with woven seat and compact pull out drawer. The valet
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Vintage 1950s Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid century modern valet chair with faux bamboo brass frame
Located in Houston, TX
Mid century modern valet chair with faux bamboo brass frame.
Seat is a brown velvet material
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid Century American Drew Ltd Edition Cherry and Cane Valet Chair with Drawer
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century American Drew Limited Edition Cherry, Cane and upholstered seat Valet Chair with Drawer
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Cherry
H 47 in W 18 in D 18 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Valet by Ico Parisi, Fratelli Reguitti
By Fratelli Reguitti, Ico Parisi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic and elegant, Italian, Mid-Century Modern, beech valet with brass accents by Ico Parisi for
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Two French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Valets / Coat Stands, 1970
By Pierre Vandel
Located in New York, NY
2 French Mid-Century Modern Perspex / Plexiglass valets with coat stands and pants rack. One piece
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Lucite, Plexiglass
1970s Italian Fratelli Reguitti Mid-Century Wood Valet Stand Dressboy
Located in Carimate, Como
Vintage 1970s Italian wood dressboy valet stand, with classic carved column and pedestals completed
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 41.34 in W 18.12 in D 14.97 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brown Beech Valet Reguitti 1960s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage classic brown beech valet by Reguitti 1960s Italy.
A beautiful and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Vereinigte Werkstätten Mid-Century Clothing Valet, Cesare Lacca Style, 1970s
By Cesare Lacca, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Vienna, AT
This 1970s sculptural modernist Lady’s and Gentleman’s valet clothing stand exudes elegance in the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Italian Mid-Century Modern Valet / Coat Stand by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern Personal Valet or Coat Stand by Ico Parisi circa 1950 with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brassed Tube Steel Vintage Valet, 1960s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage valet from brassed tube steel, and beechwood, Italy 1960s.
The frame of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Jacques Adnet Brass & Leather Valet Mid-Century Modern France 1950
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Miami, FL
The so Classic and classy French Mid-Century Modern Jacques Adnet leather and brass valet.
Base
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Beech Clothing Valet Made in Italy
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant clothing valet created from beech in Italy, c1955. A place for all your stuff as
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Fratelli Reguitti Mid-Century Clothing Valet, Ico Parisi Style, Italy, 1950s
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Vienna, AT
A sculptural Modernist gentleman’s valet clothing stand from the 1950s in the style of Ico & Luisa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wood, Beech
H 41.5 in W 17.5 in D 12 in
Mid Century Italian Brass Swivel Valet by ‘La Permanente Mobili Cantù’
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Atlanta, GA
Excellent quality Mid Century Italian valet or coat rack with a brass central swivel stand raised
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid Century Modern Gilt Cast Iron Faux Bamboo Clothing Valet Italy
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Gilt cast iron faux bamboo form valet with all the necessary racks for your daily clothes
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Beech Valet Chair Ico & Luisa Parisi Attributed
By Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern vintage beech valet chair was designed by Ico & Luisa Parisi attributed, Italy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 45.28 in W 18.71 in D 24.81 in
Mid-Century Retro Chic Gentleman’s Floor Standing Suit Hanger or Dumb Valet
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Mid Century Retro chic gentleman’s floor standing suit hanger or dumb valet.
A very useful
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden Valet Chair With Green Faux Suede Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian wooden valet chair with green faux suede fabric seat, Mid-Century Modern.
Newly upholstered
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Valet White Gold Metal Brass Leather Lucite 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Vintage valet or coat rack from metal, brass, leather and lucite in white and
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 42.92 in W 17.92 in D 9.85 in
Gold Leaf, Lacquered Wood Swivel Mirror Stand Valet Italian Mid-Century Modern
By Mingazzi
Located in North Miami, FL
This original unusual fabulous Italian Mid-Century Modern Mingazzi tall swivel mirror or valet
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
H 70 in W 20 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Beech Valet Ico and Luisa Parisi Style, 1950s, Italy
By Fratelli Reguitti, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage valet or coat rack from solid beech Ico & Luisa Parisi Style 1950s Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 42.33 in W 17.72 in D 13.98 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Beech Valet, Ico and Luisa Parisi style, Italy, 1958
By Fratelli Reguitti, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Vienna, AT
A Mid-Century Modern vintage beech valet, in the style of Ico and Luisa Parisi, by Reguitti, circa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
H 43.51 in W 16.54 in D 13.98 in
Charles Hollis Jones Style Mid-Century Modern Lucite Coat Rack, Valet Stand
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Mid-Century Modern freestanding Lucite coat rack, coat stand, clothes tree from the Golden
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Lucite
H 43.63 in W 17.75 in D 10 in
Mid-Century Iron and Beech Wood Italian Foldable Valet Stand, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful and rare midcentury Italian personal coat hanger in an understated modern style. This fantastic item was made in Italy in the 1960s and is fully collapsible.
This origin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
H 39.38 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Beech Valet Style Ico and Luisa Parisi, 1950s, Italy
By Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Vienna, AT
A Mid-Century Modern vintage beech valet, Style Ico and Luisa Parisi, 1950s Italy. The valet shows
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 42.13 in W 17.72 in D 13.98 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maple Brass Valet Style Ico Luisa Parisi 1950s, Italy
By Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage x form valet or coat stand style of Ico & Luisa Parisi for Reguitti
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 42.13 in W 17.33 in D 14.18 in
Ico Parisi Valet
By Ico Parisi
Located in Germantown, NY
An elegant Italian clothing valet by Ico Parisi for Fratelli Requitti.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Rope Seat Clothing Valet Yugoslavia
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and so functional. A place for all your stuff. Storage under the seat. Folds up. Created from walnut with brass hardware. Stylish rope seat is 17.75 in height. In excellent ...
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Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
H 45.5 in W 18.5 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Goatskin Clothes Valet W Mirror by Aldo Tura Italy
By Aldo Tura
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare clothes valet by Aldo Tura in Goatskin and brass with a double sided mirror. In
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Brass
H 56 in W 17 in D 12 in
Folding Valet Stand
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Mexican valet stand, circa 1950, made of mahogany and brass accents.
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Faux Bamboo Gilt Painted Valet Stand
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century faux bamboo valet stand with a painted brown and gold finish.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Paint, Wood
Midcentury Beech and Vinyl Gentleman's Valet Seat, Formax Valet by Breveitato
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Midcentury Beech and Vinyl gentleman's valet seat, Formax Valet by Breveitato, Dress Boy
A very
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Beech
H 40 in W 18 in D 20 in
Jacques Adnet Foldable Valet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Barcelona, ES
Jacques Adnet Foldable Valet or Coat Stand in Ebonized Bamboo & Black Leather, France, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
20th Century Large Exotic Embossed Leather Vertical Valet Wardrobe Trunk
Located in Encinitas, CA
Mid century embossed leather steamer trunk on caster wheels, with brass plated hardware. A vertical
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
H 49.75 in W 22.5 in D 19.5 in
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Mid Century Valet For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century valet for your home. A mid century valet — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a mid century valet, we have 417 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century valet — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each mid century valet bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mid century valet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fratelli Reguitti, Ico Parisi and Jacques Adnet produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Century Valet?
Prices for a mid century valet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $124 and can go as high as $25,886, while the average can fetch as much as $1,294.
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 Valet
- 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.
- What is a mid-century sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, 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.
- What is mid-century artwork?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What is mid century decor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-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.
- What is mid-century jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mid-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.
- What does mid century mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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 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.
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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, 2023To 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.
- 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 13, 2023To 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, 2022Mid-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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023A 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.
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