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Midcentury Parsons Lounge Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury Parsons lounge chairs with new mohair upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
American Mid-Century Parsons-Style Rectangular Mahogany Partners Desk
By Parsons
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style rectangular partners desk / table with three low-profile drawers
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Pair of Mid-Century Parsons Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of mid-century Parsons chairs
Newly upholstered with Vervain fabric
Category
20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Edward Wormley American Mid-Century Parsons-Style Square Wooden End / Side Table
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style wooden end / side table with a square top supported by four
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
H 23.75 in W 31.25 in D 31.25 in
John Widdicomb Mid Century Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By John Widdicomb
Located in Countryside, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Midcentury Parsons Small Coffee or End Table
By Dyrlund
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this lovely parsons table that would make the perfect elegant apartment
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Widdicomb Modern American Mid-Century Parsons Style Wooden End Tables
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut Parsons-style end tables with rectangular forms and a lower
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 22 in W 30 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Parsons Style Teak Slat and Steel Indoor or Outdoor Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Steel frame bench with teak slats in the Parsons style, 1970s.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chairs in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Baughman style Parsons design freshly reupholstered with forever sexy and stylish leopard velvet. Parsons
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
H 27 in W 27 in D 30 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Parsons Style Wooden Rectangular End / Side Table
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style end table with a wooden rectangular form. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
H 19.5 in W 28 in D 19 in
Milo Baughman Parsons Burl Tortoise Console Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Midcentury parsons console table of generous dimensions & lithe lines with striking burl tortoise
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Edward Wormley For Dunbar Parsons Style Wooden Stretcher Shelf End / Side Table
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style end/side table with a wooden rectangular form with a lower
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
H 22.25 in W 28 in D 19 in
Pair of Drexel Parson Style Chairs with Curvaceous Backs Mid Century
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted by Drexel, these mid-century Parsons style chairs feature beautifully curved backs
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Harvey Probber Parsons-Style Wooden Caned Shelf End / Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Parsons-style end / side table with a rectangular wooden top over a single
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Executive Desk by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Mid Century
By Edward Wormley
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Spectacular Mid Century Parsons Executive desk in Honduran mahogany by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Burnished Copper Console Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury Parsons style console table methodically clad in burnished copper panels highlighted
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Copper
Midcentury Danish Parsons Dining Table Dyrlund Denmark Tri-Wood
By Dyrlund
Located in Baltimore, MD
A spectacular tri-wood midcentury Parsons dining table by Dyrlund of Denmark, circa 1960. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak, Rosewood, Walnut
Modern Powder Coated Metal Console with Smoked Glass Top
Located in Millbrook, NY
Mid-Century Modern Metal Console Table Powder Coated in a Pale Putty Green. This Mid Century
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Metal
Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Coffee Table c. 1970s
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chair in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
Post Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Midcentury Burled Nesting Tables by Directional
By Directional
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Mid Century Parsons style nesting tables made by Directional in thick burl veneer over
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...
Materials
Burl
"Untitled" Betty Parsons, 1977, Female Mid-century Abstract Expressionist
By Betty Parsons
Located in New York, NY
and championing many of the leading artists of the mid- and late- twentieth century, Betty Parsons was
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
Pair Parsons Lounge Chairs, 1980
By Parsons
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Parsons Lounge Chairs, 1980. Original ultra-suede upholstery shows minor wear, consistent with
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Ultrasuede
Brutalist Paul Evans Style Etched Copper Square Coffee Table c. 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculpture
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chair in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
Post Modern Waterfall
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal, Copper
Monumental Parsons Dining XLarge Table Bookmatched Walnut Custom Made
By Parsons
Located in San Diego, CA
Monumental Xlarge dining walnut table custom made circa 2010, very nice clean condition solid and sturdy one single piece, great quality and design.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ta...
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Boxy Modular Parsons Style L Shaped Sofa with Chaise Lounge
By Milo Baughman, Parsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage five piece modular sofa in need of recovering. Design lines for days. Measurements below.
Single chair W33 D35.5
Corner piece W 34 D35.5
Ottoman W33 D35
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 31 in W 100 in D 100 in
Snakeskin Parsons Lamp Table, 1970
By Karl Springer, Parsons
Located in Chicago, IL
Parsons lamp table in black & white python embossed vinyl.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Brown Parsons Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern brown Parsons side chairs with leather upholstered seat & back. (priced each).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather
"Untitled" Betty Parsons, 1977 Ink and Watercolor Abstract Work on Paper
By Betty Parsons
Located in New York, NY
encouraging and championing many of the leading artists of the mid- and late- twentieth century, Betty Parsons
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
Mid Century Modern Peach Striped Parsons Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern soft earthy/pastel stripe parsons sofa. Reupholstered by previous owners
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rotating Top Maitland Smith Tessellated Travertine Side Tables with Brass Inlay
By Maitland Smith
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Caterpillar Two Tone Bench with Chrome Legs in Ivory & Latte Bouclé
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid Century
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
H 15 in W 13 in D 22.5 in
Cityscapes '62, by Surrealist Painter Roy Dimitri Parsons (American, 1926-2007)
By Roy Dimitri Parsons
Located in Dallas, TX
Roy Dimitri Parsons surrealist style oil on canvas, framed, signed and dated lower right. DIMITRI
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 30 in W 42 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern White Laminate Parsons Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Mid-Century Modern white laminate parsons table. Sleek modern design, quality white laminate
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Laminate, Plywood
Pair of Mid Century Silk Upholstered Parsons Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Parsons style armchairs upholstered in a luxurious, patterned rose taupe silk. Made in the
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Burlwood Parsons Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Burlwood Parsons Desk
This desk measures: 54.25 wide x 27 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Burl
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage Parsons Style Benches
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Mid-Century Modern vintage Parsons style benches in colorful abstract velvet.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric
Vtg Mid Century Modern Brown Tortoiseshell Lacquer Parsons Style 54" Bench Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brown Tortoiseshell Lacquer Parsons Style Bench / Coffee Table. Circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 21 in W 54 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Lane Parson Style End Side Tables Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
construction and beautiful materials have created an enduring legacy of American mid-century furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs, Set 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs with waterfall backs. In its original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
H 38.25 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
1970s Mid Century Modern Burlwood Laminate Parsons Console Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Elkton, MD
Faux burl Parsons console table with clean, minimalist lines. Features rich shades of brown with a
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Laminate
Mid Century Modern Fully Upholstered leather lounge Parsons chairs Maroon
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Modern Fully Upholstered leather lounge Parsons chairs in Maroon by Drexel. These
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Thomasville Mid-Century Modern Patchwork Oak Parsons Dining Table, Refinished
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern oak Parsons extension dining table with patchwork top
By Thomasville
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29.5 in W 100 in D 40 in
Bronze Child with Frogs Garden Fountain Head - in the style of Edith Parsons
By Edith Barretto Stevens Parsons
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
In a tranquil garden bathed in the soft hues of dawn, there stands a captivating bronze statue, a testament to the artistry of a bygone era. This enchanting masterpiece portrays the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Fountains
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Extendable Dining Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining space with this mid-century modern burl wood Parsons extendable dining table
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
Mid-Century Modern Burl Cork-Top Parsons Style Side Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for one of the two available tables, unique burl cork veneer and parson style
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Cork
Mid-Century Modern Faux Grain Painted Henredon Parsons Style Console Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century modern fax painted Parsons style console table by Henredon. The finish is an
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Pair Mid-Century Danish Dux Teak Side Tables Parson Style
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful pair of parson style end side tables by Dux. Both Remain in good condition throughout
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Long Rectangle Walnut Parsons Style Coffee Table Mint!
By Lane Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Long Rectangle Walnut Parsons Style Coffee Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern burled olive wood Parsons extension dining table
By John
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
H 29.38 in W 120 in D 45 in
Mid-Century Modern Widdicomb Faux Tortoise & Brass Parsons Side Tables - Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of mid-century modern faux tortoise side tables by John Widdicomb. They have brass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
H 22 in W 20 in D 28 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Desk Table by Hekman Furniture Parson Design
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern desk table by Hekman Furniture Parson Design. 3 Drawer finished back
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Henredon Mid-Century Modern Oak Parsons Parquet Top Dining Table, Refinished
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1970s
Carved
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
H 29 in W 126 in D 45 in
Matching Pair of Mid-Century Modern Parsons Slipper Lounge Chairs
By Swaim
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic pair of decorator slipper lounge chairs circa 1970's and made by Swaim. Well made chairs. Fabric is original and needs recovering. Foam and padding are soft.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern burled olive wood Parsons extension dining table
By John
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
H 29 in W 104 in D 42 in
Mid-Century Post Modern Parsons White 3 Seat Sofa Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Post Modern 3 seat Parsons sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Henredon Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Burl
H 29 in W 110 in D 42 in
Mid- Century American of Martinsville BurlWood Parsons Dining Table With Leaf
By American of Martinsville
Located in Elkton, MD
This vintage dining table from American of Martinsville features burled wood in a classic Parsons
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Burl
H 30 in W 74 in D 44 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Grey Parsons Chairs, Set of 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century grey Parsons chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 22.25 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lovely Pair Milo Baughman Parson Upholstered Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A lovely classic matching pair of fully upholstered Milo Baughman parsons chairs. Nice deep sitting
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 30 in W 29.5 in D 35 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Woven Wicker Parsons Waterfall Console, Italy, 1970s
By Maitland Smith, Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Versatile Parsons design waterfall console rendered in woven wicker finished on all sides, Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Reed, Rattan, Bamboo
H 30.5 in W 58 in D 16 in
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style 3 Piece Section Sofa- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style Curved 3 Piece Sectional Sofa - Pair
Classic pair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
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Mid Century Parsons For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of mid century parsons for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique mid century parsons was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Find 396 antique and vintage mid century parsons at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of mid century parsons available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century parsons made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Milo Baughman, Edward Wormley and Thayer Coggin each produced beautiful mid century parsons that are worth considering.
How Much are Mid Century Parsons?
Prices for mid century parsons start at $200 and top out at $32,000 with the average selling for $2,578.
Questions About Mid Century Parsons
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
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.
Knoll became 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 soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The years between 1950 and 1960 are typically considered mid-century. Some people also include the 1970s in the definition. Remember that the term mid-century furniture refers to pieces produced during the middle of the 20th century. It is different from mid-century modern, the name for a furniture style that emerged primarily in the years following World War II and 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. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century furniture.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 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.
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