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Forma Bench in Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Forma Bench by Stamford Modern—an embodiment of Mid-Century Modern elegance
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Gio Bench in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Gio Bench in Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Gio Bench in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Discover The Gio Bench by Stamford Modern: Inspired by the iconic Gio Ponti, this bench seamlessly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
The Artisanal Bench in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
The Forma Bench in Natural Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Forma Bench by Stamford Modern—an embodiment of Mid-Century Modern elegance
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Full of Mid-Century Modern style and quality, this vintage walnut sideboard offers plenty of
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
The Artisanal Bench in Dark Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Recliner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage reclining chair with tufted back and elegant walnut frame, perfect for adding Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Contour Coffee Table in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing our Contour Coffee Table – a modern masterpiece inspired by the work of Iconic Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Walnut Boomerang Lounge Chair in Brass and Espresso by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
. Crafted with a distinctive boomerang-shaped frame in rich walnut, this chair exudes mid-century modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek pair of vintage modern nightstands in walnut wood grain, featuring one drawer for storage and
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard 1960's Poland.
Completely restored.
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Beech, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous walnut dresser. Classic century design with unique brass handles. Complete with 9 drawers
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Mid-Century Modern walnut credenza designed and manufactured in the United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern credenza features six hidden drawers behind two cabinet doors and
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
By Detroit Furniture Company
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning credenza executed in walnut features nine drawers providing ample storage. In the style
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut sofa designed and manufactured in the United States, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage modern walnut dresser with a beautiful grain pattern. Complete with dove-tailed drawers
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Clock
By Harris Strong, Harris Strong
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oiled walnut Mid Century Modern clock with decorative tiles.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Walnut, Textile
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern walnut credenza. This credenza features nine spacious drawers, with the
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
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
Materials
Walnut
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
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Credenza for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A classic Mid Century cabinet with great lines. The long case with carved raised edge and double
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern writing desk featured in rich walnut grain. This desk sits on sleek tapered legs and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Modern Industry Tabac Series Sideboard in Walnut and Blackened Steel
By Modern Industry
Located in Downers Grove, IL
Solid book-matched black walnut with acid blackened steel accents give the Tabac side board a
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Steel, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very nice mid-century dresser with brass fixtures and wicker accents. Six pull-out drawers in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern writing desk featured in rich walnut grain. This desk sits on sleek tapered legs and
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern lamp. The lamp has a solid walnut frame with linen and two gold acrylic panels
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful midcentury walnut loveseat this unique loveseat features a stunning walnut frame with
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Double Dresser
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Double Dresser. Featuring a straight line design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Tall Walnut Dresser
Located in Baltimore, MD
Attractive tall mid century modern sleek smooth face dresser. This is a very simple yet modern
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut HighBoy Dresser
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut highBoy dresser.
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Vintagae Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
This walnut coffee table balances stylish warmth of Scandinavian Modern chic and the clean curves
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Triple Dresser
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Triple Dresser. Featuring a straight line design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk with brass and walnut pulls
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid Century Modern Walnut Desk with brass and walnut pulls'
Brass caps on legs
Chair opening 28.25
Category
Mid-20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sculptural Nightstands
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful mid-century modern walnut sculptural nightstands, produced in the United States, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern vintage chest of drawers in a stunning walnut grain. Five pull-out
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid Century Modern Mount Airy Walnut Dresser
By Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Introducing the Mount Airy Walnut Dresser, a captivating centerpiece for your bedroom. Crafted with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair. Featuring a straight line walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Ottoman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid century modern walnut ottoman manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s. Looking for the
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard Dresser
Located in Kensington, MD
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard Dresser
Additional Information:
Material: Walnut
Style
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous mid-century modern walnut lounge chairs designed in the United States, circa 1950s. These
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful mid-century modern sculptural walnut dresser, manufactured in the United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous vintage modern chest features six hefty drawers with unique metal pulls. Sturdy
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern lounge chair manufactured in the United States. This chair features a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern coffee table features stylish beveled edges with an ebonized strip that
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs, manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern walnut lounge chairs designed and manufactured in United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Unique Mid-Century Modern Walnut Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This simplistic walnut server will add a breath of fresh style to any space it is in. With bold yet
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Yellow Walnut Armchair
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a Classic Mid-Century Modern armchair with a walnut base and vinyl upholstery
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slat Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern slat bench is made of solid walnut and features tapered legs. This
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Oiled Walnut Sideboard
By George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Modern walnut cabinet sideboard.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern walnut dining chairs, circa 1960s. These chairs have an ergonomic
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern highboy dresser that features recessed drawer pulls, tapered legs, and a
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
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Mid Modern Walnut For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of mid modern walnut for your home. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every item from our selection of mid modern walnut was constructed with great care. Find 25459 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of mid modern walnut now, or shop our selection of 839 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of mid modern walnut is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of mid modern walnut that is appealing in its simplicity, but Adrian Pearsall, Edward Wormley and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mid Modern Walnut?
A piece of mid modern walnut can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,972, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $168,000.
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 Modern Walnut
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
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The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Iconic Furniture Makes This 1958 Midwestern Home a True Mid-Century Gem
Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
Welcome Back to Designer Russel Wright’s Mid-Century Hudson Valley Home
The industrial designer was known for his sleek, modern dinnerware, but his 1961 house and the landscape around it may be his most astonishing creation.
Cara Greenberg Wrote the Book on Mid-Century Modern Furniture. Here Are Her Auction Finds
The author and design expert was among the first to define the style and coined its alliterative name. She shares her favorite pieces on 1stDibs Auctions — including some steals.
Jochum Rodgers Has Long Brought the Best of 20th-Century Design to Berlin and Beyond
Opened by Hans-Peter Jochum some 40 years ago, the pioneering gallery specializes in mid-century gems but also spotlights contemporary pieces by European artists and makers.
A Guide to Herman Miller’s Most Iconic Furniture
The prolific manufacturer has partnered with many of the world’s top designers since opening its doors in 1923. Here are some of the company’s greatest hits, which helped transform the American home and office.
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