Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
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.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Willy Guhl Barbecue/Grill by Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Malibu, US
Exceptionally rare barbecue/grill designed by Swiss architect and Industrial design pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland, circa 1960's.
Pedestal base with circular top is su...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement, Metal
Pair of Aluminum Rooster Door Handles by WSS, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of Aluminum Rooster Door Handles by WSS, Glass Printed on Copper, 1950s, Germany
Measurements:
20 cm x 20 cm x 9 cm
Please do not hesitate to ask us for your any type of que...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Copper
Midcentury Danish Modern Skjode Teak and Suede Fireplace Bellows 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Very hard to find Skjode teak and suede fireplace bellows. Designed by Skjode Knudsen, 1960s. Made in Denmark.
Great minimalist and functional design. Suede bellows are soft and in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Suede, Teak
Willy Guhl 'Marmite' Amphora Planters, Switzerland 1960s (2 Available)
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Malibu, US
Wonderful 'Marmite' amphora planters designed by Swiss neo-functionalist and industrial design pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland.
These stunning pieces features a classi...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Circular Push-and-Pull Door Handle in Bronze, Mid-20th Century, France [I]
Located in London, GB
Circular push-and-pull door handle in bronze, mid-20th century, France.
A simple elegant handle, made up of two separate round pieces; each side with a slightly concave dish and wid...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Bronze
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Melchiorre Bega Andirons in black steel and nickel
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Melchiorre Bega 1950s fireplace andirons in steel and nickel
Never used.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Bronze Push-Pull Handle with Spiral Design European 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A square push-pull door handle made of cast bronze featuring a raised spiral design. 20th century design, found in Germany.
The piece is in good vintage condition with a dark brown ...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Glass and brass fireplace screen with brass feet. French work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This fireplace screen is made of tempered glass with elegant design brass feet. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
A Three Seat Mid Century Rattan Sofa in Natural Finish
Located in Nashua, NH
This is a lovely three seat sofa in natural as found condition. It is a very simple mid century design, American,very sturdy and the finish is in good condition. This is part of a three piece suite with additional two matching arm chairs available. This set has just been purchased from a Newport Rhode Island estate and is being offered in as found very good condition allowing you to add you own decorative touch.
The seats springs have been replaced many years ago with plywood seat support which was a very common practice on antique porch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Reed, Wood
Large Vintage Brass Hand Hammered Italian Planter
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Vintage Brass Hand Hammered Italian Planter attributed to Egidio Casagrande. Stamped Made in Italy.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Large Willy Guhl Adjustable Planters, 1960s Switzerland (2 Available)
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Malibu, US
Wonderful cement bowl planters designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland circa 1960s.
The bowl can be angled a multitude of ways due to it being a separate entity from the b...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Pair Of Connoisseur By Heritage Burl Maple and Brass Pedestals / Columns
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair Of mid 20th Century Connoisseur By Heritage banded and Burl Pedestals / Columns. Measures 16" in width, 16" in depth and 29" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Vintage Wrought Iron Homecrest Patio Chairs-A set of 6
By Homecrest
Located in Cumberland, RI
Upgrade your patio and add some vintage charm to your outdoor space with this spectacular set of Vintage Wrought Iron Homecrest Chairs-A Set of 6. Perfect for garden or patio when paired with one of oir large 60" dining tables. Crafted from sturdy wrought iron, this set of 6 Homecrest patio Chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Coastal Solid Cut Coquina Stone Pedestal
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal pedestal. A striking solid Coquina stone body in a chic and simple design. Incredible organic detail. Two pedestals available on my Chairish page. Acquire...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Coade Stone
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze & Vinyl Patio Wide Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wide patio lounge chair by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The chair has a simple construction in tubular bronze with a patinated finish, with rounded squares serving as runners on e...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Set of Mid Century Modern Sculptura by Russell Woodard 4 Armchairs with Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 5 piece set of Sculptura by Russell Woodard 4 chairs with a round mesh top table 47.5 diameter with a umbrella hole. Curved legs ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron
Set of 9 Vintage Michelin Man Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a journey of vintage charm with this exceptional set of nine tiles, featuring the iconic Michelin Man in a vibrant blue centerpiece, surrounded by original yellow tiles. Cr...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Fireplace Screen made of 3 Smocked Glass Panels with Brass Hinges. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This unusual fireplace screen is made of three smocked glass panels with brass hinges. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Arthur Umanoff Shaver Howard Bistro Table and Two Chairs
Located in Ferndale, MI
A Mid Century wrought iron bistro set by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard includes a pedestal table with four arm base and raffia wrap on table...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Modern Fire Place in Black Sheet Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fire place, sheet steel, France, 1960s.
A well-designed fire place executed in black coated steel, ably employed as either the heart of a decor or its focal point. The whole constru...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sheet Metal
A pair of Mid Century Modern Rattan Club Chairs
Located in Nashua, NH
This is a lovely pair of club chairs in natural as found condition. They are a very simple mid century design, American, very sturdy and the finish is in good condition. This is part of a three piece suite with additional matching sofa available. This set has just been purchased from a Newport Rhode Island estate just recently and is being offered in as found good condition allowing you to add you own decorative touch.
The seats springs have been replaced many years ago with plywood seat support which was a very common practice on antique porch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Reed, Wood
Rattan logs holder. French work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This logs holder. is made of rattan. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan
Willy Guhl Biomorphic Planters, 1960s Switzerland (Multiple Available)
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Malibu, US
Exceptional sculptural garden planters designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland circa 1960s, often referred to as his 'Clam Shell' planters.
Resembling the architect's icon...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Hourglass "Diabolo" Planter by Willy Guhl and Anton Bee, 1950s Switzerland
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Hourglass "Diabolo" Planter by Willy Guhl and Anton Bee, 1950s Switzerland
"Diabolo" planter with a fabulous different polychrome patina.
It was designed by Willy Guhl and Anton ...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Large Vintage-Style Wooden Cage: Replica of Gaudi's "El Capricho" in Comillas
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elevate your decor with the grandeur of this large vintage-style wooden cage, a meticulous replica inspired by Gaudí's iconic "El Capricho" house in Comillas. Crafted with high-quali...
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Set of 21 Vintage Michelin Man Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dive into a nostalgic journey with this rare and unique set of 21 Michelin Man tiles, crafted by an unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1960. The set comprises the complete series of...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Modern Outdoor Sofa Folding Daybed Upholstered Blue Bouclé White Details
Located in Porto, PT
Foil Daybed is a luxury daybed. Are you looking for a modern sofa whose design won’t perish over time? You found it. Foil’s ergonomic structure and delic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Vessel by Stan Bitters for Hans Sumpf
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Stan Bitters planter with incised floral motif on both sides. This vessel was designed by one of California's great ceramicist's and manufactured by Hans Sumpf.
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Logs Holder made of Brass and Lucite Imitating Tortoise Shell
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, rare and elegant logs holder is all made of brass and lucite imitating tortoise shell. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modernist Iron California Design Fred Meyer Fire Place Tool Set
Located in San Diego, CA
A fantastic modernist iron fire tool set by the California company, ,Fred Meyer. Includes a poker, horse hair brush and shovel on a iron stand. USA, 1950s
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Set of 9 Vintage Michelin Man Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a journey of vintage charm with this exceptional set of nine tiles, featuring the iconic Michelin Man in a vibrant blue centerpiece, surrounded by original yellow tiles. Cr...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage French Concrete Planter
Located in High Point, NC
A minimalist shape combined with an evocative patina gives this vintage planter a unique personality. Made in France in the 1960s, a square container, unembellished save for indented...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Set of 9 Vintage Beige - Yellow and Blue Michelin Man Tiles, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a journey of vintage charm with this exceptional set of nine tiles, featuring the iconic Michelin Man in a vibrant blue centerpiece, surrounded by original yellow tiles. Cr...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern 7Pc Set by Donald Deskey Fireplace Screen Tools & Andirons
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular complete set (7pieces) of a design by Donald Deskey made by Ward Bennet. Set consisting of a fireplace screen, 38.5 x 27. A pair of Andirons 18.5d x 9w x 19.5h
And a 4 p...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Modern Outdoor Sofa Folding White Daybed Upholstered in Sand Outdoor Fabric
Located in Porto, PT
Foil Daybed is a luxury daybed. Are you looking for a modern sofa whose design won’t perish over time? You found it. Foil’s ergonomic structure and delic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Mid-Century Pair of Shell-Shaped Soap Dishes in Gilt Bronze, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of shell-shaped soap dishes in gilt bronze. This fantastic Hollywood Regency style soap dishes were made in Italy during the 1950s.
The perfect details and the quality...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Steel and Wrought Iron Clovers Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual design pair of andirons is made of steel and wrought iron ornated with clovers on top. This is a French work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Black Lacquered Metal and Chrome Fireplace Tools on Stand "Golf" Model
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, rare and unusual "Golf" model fire kit in black lacquered metal and chrome-plated brass is made up of elements on the Golf theme represented...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Fireplace Screen Made of a Greenish Glass Panel Surrounded by a Brass Frame
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant fireplace screen is made of a greenish glass panel surrounded by a brass frame. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
1970s Modern Mustard Planter Art Pottery Style Gainey Ceramics
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Style of Gainey Art Pottery Modern Ceramics Mustard Planter
9.88 diameter x 7.75 h
Unable to read stamp.
Preowned unrestored vintage condition
Refer to images.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pottery
French Antique & Brutalist Hollowed Out Tree Trunk Wooden Planter, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and beautiful French antique hollowed out tree trunk wooden planter in a brutalist and wabi sabi style. Good and charmy condition with some old repairs.
Dimensions: H: 56 cm /...
Category
1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
Flint Brass Co. Wind Chimes Often Misattributed to Walter Lamb. USA, 1960’s
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Flint Brass Co. Verdigris Bronze Wind Chimes, USA, 1960's. The tallest bronze chime measures 14.63". Often Attributed to Walter Lamb.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons by Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a very fine French work by famous designer and iron maker Raymond Subes. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of hammered wrought iron andirons. French Work. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of hammered wrought iron. This is a French Work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Russell Woodard Style Black Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs, 1960's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Russell Woodard attributed black enamel Wrought Iron Linai Chairs.
Featuring rugged, balanced frameworks, handcrafted in black enameled wrought iron, with comfortable woven w...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Wire
Midcentury Swedish Fireplace Screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna
Located in Stockholm, SE
Midcentury Swedish fireplace screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna. Note. This screen is wall-mounted, unlike the freestanding ones. A cast ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Modernist Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Architectural Pottery David Cressey + Lagardo Tackett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California design.
Nice humble forms that present well for any interior or exterior setting.
The small one has an olive hue and is 6.5"h x 12"w.
The taller one has a blend of black...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of modernist wrought iron andirons. French work. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and unusual pair of modernist andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
A Pair of Rattan / Bentwood Dining / Arm Chairs
Located in Nashua, NH
A very comfortable pair of rattan arm / dining chairs, American, C. 1 930s with newly upholstered back and seat cushions upholstered in Sunbrella outdoor fabrics in Papaya with Cilan...
Category
1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Wood
A Matched Pair of Rattan / Bentwood Dining / Arm Chairs
Located in Nashua, NH
A very comfortable pair of rattan arm / dining chairs, American, C. 1 930s with newly upholstered back and seat cushions upholstered in Sunbrella outdoor fabrics in Papaya with Cilan...
Category
1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Upholstery, Reed
Pair of wrought iron andirons. French work. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Compact Garden Table and Chairs
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A complete early 20th century garden dining table and four chairs made from teak taken from reclaimed war ships, attributed to Heals of London. This functional teak garden dining set...
Category
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Teak
Willy Guhl Saucer Planter on Stand
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
31" Willy Guhl saucer planter on stand for Eternit
Floating saucer planter on base
Sculptural garden vessel
The base can be flipped upside down for use ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Pair of Modernist Copper and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of modernist andirons is made of copper and wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
1960s Paolo Soleri Italian Bronze Wind Chime Garden Bell
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Hand crafted Soleri Bronze wind chime bell.
Zen meditation garden bell
Designed by Mid-Century Italian Architect Paolo Soleri
Hanging length approximately 9 inches Bell is appr...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Spanish Tripod Planter in Gilt Wrought Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand-hammered gilt iron leafed Gothic style planter manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern period, Spain, 1950-1960.
Beautiful to place as a set with other gilt iron stands...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of modernist cast iron and wrought iron andirons. French work. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice pair of modernist andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-century Modern building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Willy Guhl, Russell Woodard, Eternit, and Woodard Furniture Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $55 and tops out at $1,078,195 while the average work can sell for $1,887.
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