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Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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
Timeless Elegance: Vintage 20th Century Color Cross-Stitch Sampler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of our vintage cross-stitch sampler from the early 20th century. This singular piece boasts a classic red-on-white design with meticulously ...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Fabric

Italian Vintage Tapestry by Missoni, 1980s
Located in Renens, CH
Italian collectable tapestry, professionally framed. This piece, considered a work of art has been designed by Ottavio Missoni, (1921 – 2013) during the 1980s. The Missoni enterpris...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Plywood

Bobyrug’s Very beautiful mid century French tapestry By « Le Guen »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of the "Aube Fleurie" titled limited edition wall tapestry from Manufacture Robert Four in Aubusson, France. This exquisite piece, signed by Thérèse Le...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

1960' s Indian Mid Century Hand Stitched Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Hand Stitched Large Tapestry. This is a very decorative piece. Please look closely at the pictures as they tell the best story. Very good clean condition.
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1960s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Silk

Rare Midcentury Wall Tapestry, Ege Rya Style, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Fabric, Wool

Hand knotted Kilem M. Domanska '' For the wedding'' 1960s Poland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Kilem by Maria Domanska 1960s Poland . This work is called ""Na Wesele "" For the wedding . Hand knotted Wool . Signed
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1960s Polish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Tapestry Brutalist Macrame, Spain 1980s
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Modern Design ! Neo Classique ! bohemian decor, macramé wall hangings should be at the top of your list. These lightweight, airy pieces are typically made with natural materials (thi...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Cord

Large Fiber Art Weaving Attributed to Romeo Reyna A Steve Chase Commission
Located in Ferndale, MI
Very large Romeo Reyna (1935-2016) Fiber Art Tapestry . Varying textures of natural Wool , cotton , Jute in different shades of desert browns , beiges , cream and lavender woven...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Jute, Natural Fiber, Reed

Wall Tapestry by Alain Cornic, Owl, Aubusson, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Wall tapestry by Alain Cornic at Aubusson, France, 1950s. Named "Owl". Wool. Limited edition of 200, number 17 (see photo). Hand printed by Robert Four at Aubusson. Signed. Measureme...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Kennedy Bahia Large Scale Brazilian Modern Wall Tapestry
Located in Miami, FL
Large scale woven wall tapestry by Brazilian textile artist Kennedy Bahia.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

1940's Vintage Hand Stitched and Framed Needlepoint Eagle Scene U.S.A. Patriotic
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Vintage Spectacular Hand Stitched Needlepoint Patrioti Scene. Eagle in flight with ribbon, USA flag detail.
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1940s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Yarn

Vintage MCM Latchhooked Yarn Art of Potted Flowers
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Latchhooked Yarn Art of Potted Flowers. Pretty piece!
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1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Yarn

AnnMari Forsberg handwoven tapestry "Bi i vit blomma"
Located in Båstad, SE
Handwoven tapestry depicting an abstract rose, designed by AnnMari Forsberg in 1959. "Bi i vit blomma" (Bee in white flower) is a detail from the larger tapestry "Bikupan" (the bee...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Linen

Romeo Reyna Monumental Tapestry, c.1970
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Romeo Reyna Monumental Wall Art Tapestry, United States, c.1970. Commissioned by legendary Palm Springs California designer, Steve Chase.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Natural Fiber

Mid 20th Century Tapestry Signed “DUPREZ”
By Jean-Claude Duprez
Located in Beirut, LB
Mid-Century Modern French wool tapestry by Jean Claude Duprez signed at the bottom right corner , "DUPREZ". This beautiful piece depicts birds and the Vaccarès pond located in Saint...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Tapestry, Wool

Two larges tapestries by A.M. Monginoux and D. Dartois, France, circa 1970/1972
Located in Paris, FR
Two larges tapestries, by Anne-Marie Monginoux (1945-1994) and Daniel Dartois (1943-2006), Bordeaux, France, circa 1970 / 1972 handmade from natural materials (wool, felt, leather, ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Leather, Wool, Felt, String, Wood

Tapestry Brutalist Macrame, Spain 1980s
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Modern Design ! Neo Classique ! bohemian decor, macramé wall hangings should be at the top of your list. These lightweight, airy pieces are typically made with natural materials (thi...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Cord

2 Tapistries by Simone Prouve
By Simone Prouvé
Located in Long Island City, NY
Cotton, wool and mix-media. Both signed. Simone Prouve (born 1931) is the daughter Jean Prouve. Dimensions: H 93’´x W 62’´ and H 93’´x W43" for the rope ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Rope

Rare Midcentury Wall Tapestry, Ege Rya Style, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Fabric, Wool

Vintage Abstract Textile Tapestry by Edward Fields, 1977
Located in Troy, MI
24x24" Vintage Edward Fields Abstract Textile Tapestry 1970s Mid Century Modern three dimensional textile by Edward Fields 1977 Mountain ridge pattern with bold color contrasts and ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

Jaime Hayon & Nani Marquina 'Nani x Hayon' Wall Tapestry
Located in Tilburg, NL
Jaime Hayon & Nani Marquina 'Nani x Hayon' wall tapestry Hayon x Nani, size 120x130, comes with wall hanging solution made with fabric sleeves sewn to the top back of the rug. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Elie Grekoff Mid-20th Century French Tapestry Decorative Textile Art
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful Mid-20th Century French tapestry or wall hanging by Elie Grekoff, circa 1960. This tapestry is a wonderful statement piece for any modern, contemporary or midcentury interior. Epitomizing artistic skill and creativity, this stunning vintage French tapestry displays a wonderful composition with alluring colors, dramatic textures and strong graphic features. Features a bold collection of stylized motifs and radiant colors. Woven in Aubusson using...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Robert Kid Fabric & Yarn Weaving Sculptural
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Robert Kidd was a graduate of Cranbrook Academy of Art. He was a weaver and founded a yarn studio and small gallery in the ’70s called Robert L. Kidd & Associates...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Fabric, Wool, Canvas, Burlap, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Vintage Mid-Century hand knotted wool tapestry “femme et oiseaux” by Joan Miro
Located in Beirut, LB
Beautiful marked tapestry of the Spanish artist/painter Joan Miro based on his painting Femme et Oiseaux (1966). A playful, experimental approach of art is characteristic for Miros w...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Paint

Hand Knotted Color Block Wall Hanging Tapestry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Color block hand knotted carpet weave tapestry, c.1972, USA. A brightly colored wall hanging with black outlined shapes. The shapes vary in colors in ye...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Burlap

Vintage Handwoven Tapestry by Maria Janowska, Poland, Late 20th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
Vintage handwoven tapestry kilim "Beskid" designed by Maria Janowska, made circa 1980. This beautiful Mid-Century Modern style tapestry from the late 20th century depicts colorful ho...
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1980s Polish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Mid-Century Modern Danish Wall Tapestry by Hans J. Schöbel for Sodahl
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning wall tapestry of a peacock in orange/brown. Produced in the 1960's and 70's by Södahl Design A/S, the Danish textiles company founded in 1963 by artist and designer Hans-Jü...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Jute

Ikat Quilted Tapestry by Inge Hueber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking hand stitched quilted tapestry by Inge Hueber, c.1998 Germany. This large cotton wall hanging, called "Rythym 2" showcases patchwork stitchin...
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1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Tapestry

Vintage Hand-Made Camel Saddle Bag
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Stunning Hand- Made wool Camel Saddle Bag, beautiful rich colors and intricate weaving Has one pocket on each side. This is art ! Would perfect to d...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Fabric Collage Wall Tapestry Designed and Hand Made by Helen Webber
Located in New York, NY
Fabric collage tapestry designed and hand made by California master tapestry artist Helen Webber (American 1928-2019). The artist utilizes a collage technique combining an array of d...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Tapestry

Large Scale Mid Century Modern Textile / Fiber Art, 1970's
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Large Scale Mid Century Modern Textile / Fiber Art, 1970's. Very good original condition.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

72" Mid Century Modern Wool Fiber Art Weaving Wall Hanging Sculpture 1970
Located in Troy, MI
Hand woven wall hanging by Ontario artist Melanie Martin 1970 Raw fleece weaving contrasted with oval design in red and purple Original artists label intact
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Textured Hand woven wall tapestry, Belgium 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Impressive textured wall tapestry, Belgium 1970s. The tapestry is handwoven from different natural fibers and is exposing an interesting horizon...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Natural Fiber, Wool

1960s Fiber Art with Landscape Scene
Located in Denton, TX
Large Macrame handcrafted with many different knot styles and a scene of hills, sun and clouds.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Natural Fiber, Twine

Bobyrug’s Pretty vintage french modern design tapestry by Jean Claude Duprez
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite mid-century French tapestry featuring a stunning design by French artist Jean Claude Duprez. The design, named 'Trinidad,' boasts captivating colors and intricate details. ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

“Heliotrope” Tapestry Signed by Hervé Lelong
Located in Beirut, LB
Tapestry in “pure laine vierge” signed by Hervé Lelong Entitled “Heliotrope” Depicting a colorful flowers scene in the style of J.Lurcat Hand woven wool
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Beautiful Large French Framed Jacquard Mythical Tapestry, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
Beautiful and very large French tapestry created using a Jacquard loom, which utilizes a complex mechanism for weaving intricate patterns ...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool, Wood

Midcentury Tapestry "La Table" Signed by Jean Lurcat
Located in Beirut, LB
A limited edition tapestry by Jean Lurçat entitled "La Table" signed in the lower right corner. Depicting a lush surrealist still life of a picnic table laden with lobster, fruiting ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Tapestry

Anne Leurent (from a drawing of) "the jungle" mechanical tapestry, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Anne Leurent (from a drawing of) "the jungle" mechanical tapestry, Art de Lys workshop signed in frame frameless
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

1970s Wool Tapestry Art Protis, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition. - Labeled in back side.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Michel Seuphor wall Tapestry in Black and white wool
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Abstract wall tapestry by Michel Seuphor (1901 -1999) named ‘Spectacle à Bâtons’. Michel Seuphor was a famous Belgium artist who created abstract minimalistic graphic geometric artwo...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Tom Tru Robert Bushong Raymor Chanticleer Rooster Cock Linen Tapestry Art 40"
Located in Dayton, OH
Midcentury Tom Tru Studios wall hanging tapestry wall art screenprint linen titled Chanticleer designed by Robert Bushong, distributed by Raymor. Fall 1959 Catalog number C55, variation C showing a trio of cocks / roosters / chickens printed...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Linen, Hardwood

French Vintage Mid-Century tapestry signed by Christian Royer
By Christian Royer
Located in Beirut, LB
Abstract wool printed tapestry of Mid-century (20th) modern abstract french origin, signed at the bottom by Christian Royer. It has a black background and holds a stunning work with ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Vintage Macramé Driftwood Fiber Art Wall Hanging Tapestry
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage original macrame fiber art backdrop tapestry, circa 1970s. Features an intricate pattern of hand knotted designs accented with abstract pieces of driftwood. This vertical han...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Cotton, Wood, Driftwood

1970s Vintage Handmade Elegant Persian Rug Silk Tapestry
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Persian Silk Tapestry Rug 38.25 x 57 Preowned original vintage condition See all images.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile, Silk

1960s Fine Chinese Silk Art Embroidered Tapestry Framed Panel Village Folk
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Fine Chinese Silk Art Embroidered Tapestry Village Folk framed Frame 32.25 tall x 20.5 w x .5 thick Silk Art Silk art 24.75 tall x 13 Preowned...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Silk

Matching Pair of Handwoven and Signed Jean Lurcat Aubusson Tapestries
Located in Dronten, NL
Midcentury tapestries designed by Jean Lurcat (1892-1966) and woven at Atelier Suzanne Goubely-Gatien in Aubusson, France. Handwoven in wool, they date to circa 1950. The reverse "Ca...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Bernard Buffet, the Owl 'La Chouette', 1969 Tapestry Framed Wall Art
Located in East Hampton, NY
From 1969, this collaboration between Bernard Buffet and the renowned weavers, DMC (founded in 1746) created this charming representation of an small owl perched on a branch. THIS I...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Metal

Expressive Multi Color Hand Woven Tapestry, Dutch, 1961
Located in London, GB
Handwoven wall tapestry named 'Dragon and Anti-Dragon' by Rudolf Boorsma at atelier Paula Dietz 1961 in the Netherlands. It is a dynamic and colorful wall hanging. The composition is...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Vintage Navajo Textile Wall Art Hanging Tapestry Vibrant Orange
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Navajo Textile Wall Art Hanging Tapestry Vibrant Orange 36 x 46 Preowned original vintage condition unrestored. See all images provide...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

Tapestry by Jean Picart Le Doux circa 1950 Wool Print
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Tapestry by Jean Picart Le Doux, circa 1950. Wool print.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Eila Ampula Brazilian Modern Fish With Coloroful Scales Wall Art Tapestry
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury Brazilian Modern large scale wall art tapestry of a fish with colorful scales by Eila Ampula, Brazil.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Natural Fiber

Rare Midcentury Nice Colored Wall Tapestry, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare nice wall tapestry.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Native Navajo Style Wall Art Tapestry Colorful Black Pink Red
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Style of Native Navajo Wall Art Tapestry Rug Vibrant colors red, black pink. 25.25 w x 39.25 tall Preowned vintage unrestored condition. Review images ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

1960s Carlos Frederico Bastos Fine Art Original Warrior Wall Tapestry
By Emiliano Di Cavalcanti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Brazilian Artist Carlos Frederico Bastos Fine Wall Art Tapestry Signed 71 w x 53.5 h Original vintage preowned condition Please refer to...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

Traditional Middle Eastern Wall Art Small Handmade Tapestry
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Small Rug Middle Eastern Wall Art Tapestry Handmade 24.5 w x 28.5 tall Preowned original vintage condition. See images please.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

1970s Wool Tapestry Art Protis, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition - labeled in back side.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Middle Eastern Persian Prayer Rug Handmade Wall Art Tapestry
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Traditional Small Rug Middle Eastern wall art Tapestry Handmade Persian prayer Rug 21.25 x 34.75 h Preowned original vintage condition. See images please.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

Mid-century Modern tapestries for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern tapestries 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 tapestries created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, rugs and carpets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern tapestries made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tapestries, popular names associated with this style include Ewald Kröner, Jean Picart Le Doux, Jean Lurcat, and Elie Grekoff. 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 tapestries differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $164 and tops out at $98,000 while the average work can sell for $2,525.

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