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

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 celebrated 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.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

French Vintage Garden Table Set of Four Chairs and Table

$2,995 / set

French Vintage Garden Table Set of Four Chairs and Table

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This vintage French garden table and four coordinating chairs will make an irresistible spot to linger al fresco in a garden or patio having recently been powder-coated a refreshing ...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Vintage Willy Guhl Planter on Custom Iron Base

$2,500

Vintage Willy Guhl Planter on Custom Iron Base

By Willy Guhl

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A Willy Guhl designed fiber cement planter for Eternit of Switzerland, vintage 1960s, this is an icon of mid-century modern indoor-outdoor living. The pure form is a wide, yet shallo...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

O'Keefe Meritt Stove

$16,950

O'Keefe Meritt Stove

By La Cornue

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This is a gorgeous original oven/stove from the famed antique stove brand O'Keefe & Merritt. This is their flagship model Aristocrat Town and Country. T...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal

Ugo Trevisan Fireplace in Hammered Steel

$64,500

Ugo Trevisan Fireplace in Hammered Steel

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ugo Trevisan (Officina d’Arte), fireplace, hammered steel, copper, Italy, 1950s The Turin-based atelier Officina d’Arte was established by the Venetian-born metalworker and designe...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Copper, Steel

Russell Woodard Pinecrest Wrought Iron Outdoor Garden Patio Dining Set, 1950's

$1,800 / set

Russell Woodard Pinecrest Wrought Iron Outdoor Garden Patio Dining Set, 1950's

By Russell Woodard

Located in Rochester, NY

Russell Woodard ( Woodard Furniture Company ) Pinecrest 5 piece wrought iron garden patio dining set consisting of four very comfortable & beautifully contoured dining chairs, an ova...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Three Salterini Curved Wrought Iron Outdoor Garden Benches, 1950-1960

$1,200 / set

Set of Three Salterini Curved Wrought Iron Outdoor Garden Benches, 1950-1960

By Salterini

Located in Rochester, NY

A matched set of three Salterini wrought iron garden curule form benches with mesh tops / raised floret decoration on sides / circular disc feet. As found from estate - structurally...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Roger Tallon Sculptural 'Helicoid' Staircase

$29,500

Roger Tallon Sculptural 'Helicoid' Staircase

By Roger Tallon

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Roger Tallon for Galerie Lacloche, 'Helicoid' staircase, aluminum, rubber, France, 1964 This striking staircase with a rubber step surface is called the 'Helicloid' staircase and is...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

1950s LaGardo Tackett for Architectural Pottery Planter & Stand Set of 4 USA

$2,800 / set

1950s LaGardo Tackett for Architectural Pottery Planter & Stand Set of 4 USA

By Lagardo Tackett, Architectural Pottery

Located in Bensalem, PA

Set of four planters with matching stands please look at pictures for overall detail and measurements. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

"Peacock" Outdoor Table and Four Chairs by John Salterini, 1960s

$4,850 / set

"Peacock" Outdoor Table and Four Chairs by John Salterini, 1960s

By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini

Located in Kansas City, MO

Vintage patio set designed by Tempestini for John Salterini. Mid-century wrought iron "Peacock" patio set, table and four chairs. Hand-forged heavy wrought iron with a black finish. ...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron, Steel

Stunning Aluminum Outdoor Sofa by Restoration Hardware, Modern Seating

$4,150 / item

Stunning Aluminum Outdoor Sofa by Restoration Hardware, Modern Seating

By Mario Papperzini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Striking outdoor three-seat sofa, designed and manufactured by Restoration Hardware and part of the "Catalina" collection. The sofa showcases refined architectural lines and a timele...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Wrought Iron Orange Slice Settee by Tempestini for Salterini

$1,200

Mid Century Wrought Iron Orange Slice Settee by Tempestini for Salterini

By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century wrought iron and metal mesh settee, loveseat, designed by Maurizio Tempestini, for Salterini. Known as the "Orange Slice" or "Clamshell" series, this is a classic and h...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini Two Tier Wrought Iron, Rattan & Glass Occasional Table

$2,000

Maurizio Tempestini Two Tier Wrought Iron, Rattan & Glass Occasional Table

By Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Maurizio Tempestini Wrought Iron, Glass Top Occasional Table with Basket Woven Rattan Shelf, 1950's. End Table. Side Table. Featuring a rectangular wrought iron framework, hairpin le...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Russell Woodard Grapevine Barrel Back Wrought Iron Grape Pair of Chairs

$1,350 / set

Russell Woodard Grapevine Barrel Back Wrought Iron Grape Pair of Chairs

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This grapevine is a harder to find Woodard pattern and these chairs have the quality and comfort we expect from them with a diamond mesh barrel back and seat. This pair is in good vi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Donbar Faceted Fireplace in Patinated Iron

$8,700

Donbar Faceted Fireplace in Patinated Iron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Donbar fireplace, iron, Belgium, 1970s A 1970s fireplace by Donbar made in Belgium in the 1970s. Crafted from patinated black iron, this fireplace embraces a mesmerizing interplay o...

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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brown Jordan Tamiami Green Lounger Tamiami Sunbed 1980s Outdoor Lounger

$1,100

Vintage Brown Jordan Tamiami Green Lounger Tamiami Sunbed 1980s Outdoor Lounger

By Brown Jordan

Located in Rochester, NY

Designed by Tadao Inouye, vintage mid century modern Brown Jordan Tamiami. Adjustable patio chaise lounger, constructed of aluminum tube frames with green straps. Many levels of adju...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Outdoor Furniture Set by Salterini, Metal, 3 Pieces

$1,880Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid Century Modern Outdoor Furniture Set by Salterini, Metal, 3 Pieces

By Salterini

Located in Cordova, SC

This three piece outdoor furniture set is a timeless piece of furniture. Composed of durable metal that has been primed and painted and ready to be used on your porch or in your gard...

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1950s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Vivai del Sud Bamboo Wicker Bar Cart Drinks Vine Bottle Stand, Vintage Italy

$1,136Sale Price|20% Off

Vivai del Sud Bamboo Wicker Bar Cart Drinks Vine Bottle Stand, Vintage Italy

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This southern bar cart would make a great addition to your home. It is made from bamboo wood and features a vintage finish that gives it an authentic look. It has three shelves, the ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

New Starburst Kit for Flush Modern doors

$1,295 / set

New Starburst Kit for Flush Modern doors

By History Never Repeats, Aaron Saxton

Located in South Charleston, WV

Hand-crafted by Aaron Saxton in the United States. Produced for clients not wishing to purchase our doors directly and to provide their own existing door for adornment, or newly pu...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Large Hal Lasky Isla Del Sol White Studio Pottery Planter

$2,250

Large Hal Lasky Isla Del Sol White Studio Pottery Planter

By Hal Lasky

Located in Lutz, FL

Large Stoneware Ceramic Planter by Hal Lasky, Isla Del Sol Puerto Rico c.1970’s. White glaze with rows of raised circles around the body. In good vintage condition with typical inter...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Jean Prouvé "Aerator" Air Vent, France 1958

$20,898

Jean Prouvé "Aerator" Air Vent, France 1958

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Aerator 1958 l JEAN PROUVÉ Aerator component, created for the La Doua campus of the Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon, 1960-1963 This aluminium panel was designed by...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Florentine Style Wrought Iron Garden Chairs - A Set of 5

$2,500 / set

Florentine Style Wrought Iron Garden Chairs - A Set of 5

By Mario Papperzini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of five Florentine style wrought iron garden chairs. Classic silhouette with woven iron seats and backs.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Dan Johnson for Brown Jordan Sol y Luna Lounge Chairs Ottomans and Cushions

$4,800 / set

Dan Johnson for Brown Jordan Sol y Luna Lounge Chairs Ottomans and Cushions

By Brown Jordan, Dan Johnson

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A refined and sculptural set of four “Sol y Luna” lounge chairs with matching ottomans, designed by Dan Johnson for Brown Jordan, circa 1960s. This iconic model reflects Johnson’s mastery of form—organic, airy, and architectural—while showcasing Brown Jordan’s industry-leading craftsmanship in cast aluminum outdoor furniture...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Settee by Salterini, Flamingo Pink, USA, 1960s

$1,995

Mid-Century Modern Settee by Salterini, Flamingo Pink, USA, 1960s

By Salterini

Located in Southampton, NJ

Mid Century Modern Salterini settee freshly powder- coated in Flamingo pink. Heirloom quality nicely suited for indoor or outdoor use. Seat Dimension...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Vintage Wrought Iron Chaise Lounges Attributed to Russell Woodard, mid C to 1970

$11,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Vintage Wrought Iron Chaise Lounges Attributed to Russell Woodard, mid C to 1970

By Russell Woodard

Located in Nashua, NH

This is a beautiful hard to find set of vintage patio lounge chairs attributed to Russell Woodard, a renowned manufacturer of outdoor furniture. The set includes four chaise lounge chairs with comfortable adjustable mesh backs and spacious mesh seating area..The two back wheels are in very good condition on all which make them easy for movement to follow the sun or the shade and as I was told by the original owners that they believe they were done in the Woodard Chantilly Rose pattern. These chaise are made of high-quality wrought iron and metal making this set of vintage wrought iron chaise lounge...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Entrance or Passage Way Large Double Door Starburst Hardware Kit

$2,495 / set

Entrance or Passage Way Large Double Door Starburst Hardware Kit

By History Never Repeats, Aaron Saxton

Located in South Charleston, WV

Size fitted to your door. Produced for clients not wishing to purchase our doors directly and use their own existing or newly purchased door for a modern look For use on exterior or...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Entrance or Passage Way Large Single Door Starburst Hardware Kit

$1,295 / set

Entrance or Passage Way Large Single Door Starburst Hardware Kit

By History Never Repeats, Aaron Saxton

Located in South Charleston, WV

Size fitted to your door. Produced for clients not wishing to purchase our doors directly and use their own existing or newly purchased door for a modern look For use on exterior or...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

1950s Pair of Yellow "Sculptura" Collection Chairs by Russell Woodard

$2,600 / set

1950s Pair of Yellow "Sculptura" Collection Chairs by Russell Woodard

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Pair of "Sculptura" Collection Chairs by Russell Woodard. These organically shaped wire mesh chairs are from the iconic mid century classic collection that was designed by Woodard i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wire

Pr. Vintage Homecrest Kingston Swivel Tilt Garden Patio Poolside Chairs 1950/60

$1,200

Pr. Vintage Homecrest Kingston Swivel Tilt Garden Patio Poolside Chairs 1950/60

By Homecrest, Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Pair of swivel, tilt garden, patio, poolside chairs, known as the Kingston barrel chair, made by Homecrest., circa 1950/60's. The wire bucket form chairs are upholstered with the ori...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Dining Set Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini

$3,500 / set

Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Dining Set Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional 5 pc. garden, patio, poolside dining set designed by Maurizo Tempestini for Salterini. The set is in excellent, original, clean and ready to use condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Know as the Ribbon set, this is a rare and sought after example of mid century garden furniture...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

1950s Pair of Woodard Arm Chairs

$3,500 / set

1950s Pair of Woodard Arm Chairs

By Russell Woodard

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Vintage 1950s chic Woodard arm chairs, featuring a sculptural design with a drape kind of look wire mesh to the floor. These black chairs are made of wrought iron, with dimensions of...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Champagne cooler or plant stand, brass, France, 1950

$522

Champagne cooler or plant stand, brass, France, 1950

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Brass champagne cooler/planter, France, 1950s, with an elegant and timeless design. Made of polished brass, this piece is distinguished by its generous silhouette and refined decorat...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

New Radial Sunburst Walnut Double Entry Residence Door by Aaron Saxton

$28,500 / item

New Radial Sunburst Walnut Double Entry Residence Door by Aaron Saxton

By History Never Repeats, Aaron Saxton, Maria Armada

Located in South Charleston, WV

Radial sunburst Entrance Door in walnut made to order by History Never Repeats LLC. Designed by Aaron Saxton and Maria Armada. Custom produced double doors are as shown 86" tall and...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Modernist Starburst Single Entry Door Built to Order

$10,125 / item

Modernist Starburst Single Entry Door Built to Order

By History Never Repeats, Maria Armada, Aaron Saxton

Located in South Charleston, WV

Modern production and made to order by History Never Repeats LLC. Designed by Aaron Saxton & Maria Armada. Custom produced and size can be varied for each order from 14" to 56" wide ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Handles Italy 1950 Mid-Century Wings Futurist Minimalist Gold

$738Sale Price / set|57% Off

Solid Brass Handles Italy 1950 Mid-Century Wings Futurist Minimalist Gold

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Solid brass handles Italy 1950 Midcentury wings futurist minimalist gold, remnant of deposition of old manufacture.

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

French Architectural Mid Century "Brise De Soleil" Aluminum Panel by Jean Prouvé

$19,235

French Architectural Mid Century "Brise De Soleil" Aluminum Panel by Jean Prouvé

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very rare and large free standing decorative French mid century aluminium "Brise De Soleil" sun shutter panel on metal feet designed by Jean Prouvé and produced by the Ateliers Jea...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

1960s Faux Bamboo Garden Set by Hall Bradley for Brown Jordan

$8,500 / set

1960s Faux Bamboo Garden Set by Hall Bradley for Brown Jordan

By Brown Jordan

Located in CA, CA

An elegant 1960s faux-bamboo seven-piece garden by Hall Bradley for Brown Jordan, Calcutta Model in cast aluminum in the chinese chippendale style. The set is in very good condition ...

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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Three Nesting Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Tables att to Salterini

$150 / set

Set of Three Nesting Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Tables att to Salterini

By Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Set of three graduated, nesting, vintage garden, patio, poolside tables, attributed to Salterini. These tables are in fair condition, all show significant surface rust, and the Midd...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Japan 1950s Museum Bronze Over Life-Size "Male Reborn” Koga Tadao, 84"

$96,000Sale Price|67% Off

Japan 1950s Museum Bronze Over Life-Size "Male Reborn” Koga Tadao, 84"

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan an important 84" Tall life-size sculpture of "Male Reborn" by midcentury master sculptor Koga Tadao (Meiji 36 (1903) to Showa 54 (1979). For further...

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Italian Handles in Solid Brass Rational Minimal Design Gold

$674Sale Price / set|19% Off

Mid-Century Italian Handles in Solid Brass Rational Minimal Design Gold

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Mid-century Italian handles in solid brass rational minimal design gold.

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Willy Guhl Planter, 1960s

$2,144Sale Price|20% Off

Willy Guhl Planter, 1960s

By Willy Guhl

Located in Čelinac, BA

Concrite planter by swiss architect Willy Guhl 1960s.

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1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Outdoor Wrought Iron Radar Chaise Lounge

$995 / set

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Outdoor Wrought Iron Radar Chaise Lounge

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in Rochester, NY

By designer Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini a wrought iron Radar outdoor garden chaise lounge ( lounge chair and leg rest ) in old black painted surface w/ scattered areas of wear ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Restauration Hardware Cast Aluminum Klismos Bench

$3,850 / item

Restauration Hardware Cast Aluminum Klismos Bench

By Restoration Hardware

Located in Los Angeles, CA

We have 2 benches available. Cast aluminum 3 seater bench designed and manufactured by Restoration Hardware. The bench has a beautiful klismos shape resembling the ancient Greek de...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Great MidCentury Mouth Blown, Gold Color Glass Viennese Entry Hall Pendant Light

$1,748

Great MidCentury Mouth Blown, Gold Color Glass Viennese Entry Hall Pendant Light

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful Venetian light fixture for your hall, entrance, bedroom, cabin, etc This good size, smokey amber glass pendant from midcentury Italy is another one of our recent finds. Ha...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Henry LHOTELLIER (1908-1993) 2 abstract stained glass windows with their frame

$4,063 / set

Henry LHOTELLIER (1908-1993) 2 abstract stained glass windows with their frame

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Henry LHOTELLIER (1908-1993) 2 abstract stained glass windows with their frame circa 1970

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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Glass

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Salterini-Style Wrought Iron Rocking Chairs

$1,999 / set

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Salterini-Style Wrought Iron Rocking Chairs

By Salterini

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a lovely pair of vintage Salterini style patio rockers. This pair has been freshly restored with satin black powder coat. We have a total of 8 chairs available, which can b...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Six Mario Papperzini Lattice Garden Dining Armchairs

$9,800 / set

Set of Six Mario Papperzini Lattice Garden Dining Armchairs

By Mario Papperzini

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare iconic set of six mid-century modern Italian patio and garden dining armchairs designed by Mario Papperzini. The large chairs feature an iron frame with a strap lattice back in ...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Vintage Brown Jordan Patio, Poolside Garden Chairs

$600 / set

Set of Four Vintage Brown Jordan Patio, Poolside Garden Chairs

By Brown Jordan

Located in New York, NY

Set of four vintage Brown Jordan Tropitone Leillani poolside lounge chairs, having aluminum frames and woven vinyl strap upholstery. The chairs are all structurally sound and sturdy,...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Rectangular Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland, 1950s

$638

Rectangular Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland, 1950s

By Eternit, Willy Guhl

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Willy Guhl designed for Eternit, Switzerland. These planters are made from fiberated cement that is lightweight, strong and durable in all climates. The typical signs of use an...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cement

Pair of Heroic Sunburst Style Doors after Billy Joe McCarroll and David Gillespe

$14,000

Pair of Heroic Sunburst Style Doors after Billy Joe McCarroll and David Gillespe

By Billy Joe Mccarroll and David Gillespe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed after the incredible work of Billy Joe McCarroll and David Gillespe, these doors are designed after the 'Heroic Sunburst' doors, which now...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Vintage Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Metal Mesh Side Table att to Woodard

$175

Vintage Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Metal Mesh Side Table att to Woodard

By Woodard Furniture Co., Maurizio Tempestini

Located in New York, NY

Architectural design mid century vintage garden, patio, poolside table, constructed of wrought iron, with a metal mesh top. The table is in very good, original, clean, and ready to u...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

1960s Petite Red & Black Cone Shaped Mid-Century Fireplace Gas or Wood

$2,250

1960s Petite Red & Black Cone Shaped Mid-Century Fireplace Gas or Wood

By Malm Fireplaces

Located in Bensalem, PA

Please look at pictures for overall condition detail and measurements it has a gas line hook up as seen or can be used as a woodburning stove very ni...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Bronze Push or Pull Door Handle

$1,086

Bronze Push or Pull Door Handle

Located in London, GB

A bronze push or pull door handle with textured finish and smooth raised central band. Germany, second half 20th century (probably 1970s). A heavy piece, ...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Moroccan Ceramic Garden Seats Tables

$990

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Moroccan Ceramic Garden Seats Tables

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare pair of vintage mid-century modern ceramic garden seats in a rich shade of mustard yellow, infused with a distinct Moroccan flair. Their square, architectural form is softened...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Multicolored Étagère / Flower Stand, 1950s/60s

$1,102

Mid-Century Modern Multicolored Étagère / Flower Stand, 1950s/60s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Mid-Century Modern brass tubular steel étagère / flower stand, 1950s/60s. Very good condition, light wear of usage.

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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sculptura by Russell Woodard 3 Piece Set Iron Sofa & 2 Chairs

$3,795 / set

Mid-Century Modern Sculptura by Russell Woodard 3 Piece Set Iron Sofa & 2 Chairs

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous set of Russell Woodards Sculptura featuring a loveseat sofa a 4 legged lounge chair and a cantileverd spring chair all very well taken care of in Black paint. No repairs nec...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel, Iron

Set of Four Garden Poolside Patio Tropitone Cantina Arm Dining Chairs

$500 / set

Set of Four Garden Poolside Patio Tropitone Cantina Arm Dining Chairs

By Brown Jordan, Tropitone

Located in New York, NY

Set of four Arm Dining chairs made by Tropitone as part of the Cantina series. The chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, but do show wear and flaws, specific condition report...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Mid Century Woodard Sculptura Dining Arm Chairs

$2,200 / set

Set of Four Mid Century Woodard Sculptura Dining Arm Chairs

By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Set of four Russell Woodard designed, Woodard Sculptura dining height arm chairs. Classic Mid Century Modern period garden, patio, poolside chairs, suitable for either indoor or out...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Tray Top Table att. to Woodard

$395

Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Tray Top Table att. to Woodard

By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Unusual vintage tray top wrought iron and metal mesh garden, patio, poolside table, attributed to the Woodard Furniture Company circa 1950/70’s. The table features a wrought iron bas...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Four Vintage Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Woodard

$1,200 / set

Set of Four Vintage Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Woodard

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Nice clean set of four dining height wrought iron and metal mesh garden, patio, poolside chairs att. to the Woodard Furniture Company. The chairs feature wrought iron frames, with m...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Four Wrought Iron Plant Stands

$400 / set

Set of Four Wrought Iron Plant Stands

By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Set of four unusual adjustable wrought iron plant stands salvaged from an old school florist shop. The stands are adjustable in height ( 42.5" - 64.75" ) and the bucket tops tilt to...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

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.