Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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

Set of 4 Midcentury Stackable Solid Brass Austrian Ashtrays After Adnet, 1950s

$458 / item

Set of 4 Midcentury Stackable Solid Brass Austrian Ashtrays After Adnet, 1950s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful and unique set of four stackable ashtrays in solid brass. This stylish and versatile set was produced in Austria during the 1950s after Jacques Adnet. Fully original and i...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Adorable, Pedigree French Poodle, Toffee Glaze Ceramic Figurine, Vallauris 1950s

$1,305

Adorable, Pedigree French Poodle, Toffee Glaze Ceramic Figurine, Vallauris 1950s

By Vallauris

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Sporting a 'Dutch Cut' to his coat, this adorable ceramic poodle stands tall and proud Collar and feet are gilded, the glaze is a delicious toffee caramel colour and the eyes are pin...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Ceramic

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl

$145 / item

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist U-shaped keyring / keyholder / keychain "Knopferl", designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Fully...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

33 Pieces Furniture Handle, circa 1960

$23Sale Price / item|33% Off

33 Pieces Furniture Handle, circa 1960

Located in Wien, Au

Furniture handle 33 pieces Original condition Sold and price per piece.

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Original Mid-Century Modern Vintage Western Electric Rotary Telephone

$250

Original Mid-Century Modern Vintage Western Electric Rotary Telephone

Located in San Diego, CA

Original Western Electric rotary telephone, incredible vintage piece, not a replica, dating to 1968. Featuring a beautiful wooden box casing with gold accents and black rotary dial,...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Vintage French Ceramic Vase by Raymonde Leduc 'circa 1970s', Small

$274Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage French Ceramic Vase by Raymonde Leduc 'circa 1970s', Small

By Raymonde Leduc

Located in London, GB

Vintage ceramic vase (or pencil holder if you prefer) by Raymonde Leduc (circa 1970s). Sandstone coloured small vessel with plant motifs inlaid on all four sides. In good overall con...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Ceramic

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Brass Shell Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

$145 / item

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Brass Shell Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist shell keyring / key holder / keychain, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Length including...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany

$475

MCM Bright Red Modular Desk Organizer by Karl Deyhle of Germany

By Gebrüder Deyhle

Located in San Diego, CA

Sculptural mid-century modern modular desk organizer by Karl Deyhle, produced in Germany circa the 1960s. Executed in vibrant red molded plastic, the set comprises multiple cylindric...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Metal

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Paperweight Jingle Bell #5039, Brass, Leather, Austria

$770 / item

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Paperweight Jingle Bell #5039, Brass, Leather, Austria

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A handmade paperweight in the shape of a sleigh bell, model #5039, originally designed by Carl Aubock III back in the 1960s. A very charming piece, reissued by Werkstätte Auböck...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Walter Bosse Midcentury Cow Brass Figurine, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s

$190

Walter Bosse Midcentury Cow Brass Figurine, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s

By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller

Located in Vienna, AT

A little cow sculpture made of brass from the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller. In good condition with charming patina on the brass.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Mid-Century Photo Frame by Fontana Arte

$2,700

Mid-Century Photo Frame by Fontana Arte

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare and elegant picture frame with thick "nile green" beveled glass panels and brass frame / Made in Italy by Fontana Arte, circa 1950s Measures: width 9 inches, height 5.5 inches, ...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Fish Sculpture Figurine, Italy, 1950s

$550

Aldo Londi Bitossi Rimini Blue Glazed Fish Sculpture Figurine, Italy, 1950s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful, decorative midcentury Rimini blue glazed fish sculpture. Designed by Aldo Londi, manufactured by Bitossi Ceramiche / Italy in the 19...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Ceramic, Stoneware, Terracotta

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Brass Anchor Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

$145 / item

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Brass Anchor Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist Anchor keyring / keyholder / keychain, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Fully stamped and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

White Owl Bird Porcelain Object Sculpture

$275

White Owl Bird Porcelain Object Sculpture

By Royal Dux Bohemia

Located in New York, NY

A white porcelain owl bird, Mid-Century Modern period, by Royal Dux Bohemia, circa mid-20th century, Czechoslovakia. With makers' mark on underside as shown i...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Porcelain

Carl Auböck Midcentury Lucky Charm Pig Brass Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

$128 / item

Carl Auböck Midcentury Lucky Charm Pig Brass Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist pig keyring / keyholder / keychain, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Aus...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Carl Auböck Model #7250 Polished Brass 'Swing' Vase

$800 / item

Carl Auböck Model #7250 Polished Brass 'Swing' Vase

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #7250 Polished Brass 'Swing' Vase. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and modern vase is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria....

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Carl Auböck Nickel Plated U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl

$190 / item

Carl Auböck Nickel Plated U-Shaped Brass Key Ring Chain Holder Knopferl

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist U-shaped keyring / keyholder / keychain "Knopferl", model #4617-2, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Identical to the brass key ring...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass, Nickel

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Peanut Brass Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

$145 / item

Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Peanut Brass Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist peanut keyring / keyholder / keychain, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Fully stamped and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Carl Auböck #4330/1 Polished Brass Hook

$240 / item

Carl Auböck #4330/1 Polished Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck #4330/1 Polished Brass Hook Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria. Produc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Carl Auböck Model #4224 'Hand' Brass Bottle Opener

$350 / item

Carl Auböck Model #4224 'Hand' Brass Bottle Opener

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #4224 'Hand' brass bottle opener. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural bottle opener is executed in polished brass. Price is per item. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Model #4329 Polished Brass Hook

$360 / item

Carl Auböck Model #4329 Polished Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #4329 Polished Brass Hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and minimalist midcentury wall hook is executed in choice of patinated brass, polished brass, or p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Carl Auböck Model #3844 Polished Brass Bowl

$430 / item

Carl Auböck Model #3844 Polished Brass Bowl

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck model #3844 polished brass bowl. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural Viennese bowl or catch-all is executed in polished brass. Originally conc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Murano Pink Photo Frame by Barovier e Toso

$2,000

Murano Pink Photo Frame by Barovier e Toso

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage photo frame with hand blown clear and pink Murano "Torciglione" glass border / Designed by Barovier e Toso circa 1960's / Original mark on frame / Made in Italy Measures: He...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3847 Brass Bookends

$740 / set

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3847 Brass Bookends

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3847 Brass Bookends Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in polished and patinated brass. Each piec...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Model #5261 Polished Brass Hook

$350 / item

Carl Auböck Model #5261 Polished Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #5261 Polished Brass Hook Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria. Pr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck #4995 Patinated Brass Hook

$380 / item

Carl Auböck #4995 Patinated Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck #4995 Patinated Brass Hook Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished and patinated brass by We...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Model #4982 Polished Brass Hook

$370 / item

Carl Auböck Model #4982 Polished Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck model #4982 polished brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Brass

MCM Brass / Leather Long Shoehorn in the Style of Jacques Adnet by Arfango

$300Sale Price|20% Off

MCM Brass / Leather Long Shoehorn in the Style of Jacques Adnet by Arfango

By Jacques Adnet

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool MCM brass and leather long shoehorn in the style of Jacques Adnet by Arfango, circa 1960s. The piece has a brass handle and Horn attached by ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Nostalgic 1960's Italian Ceramic Tiger Cub, Adorable Retro

$1,133

Nostalgic 1960's Italian Ceramic Tiger Cub, Adorable Retro

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Undeniably appealing, Italian retro ceramic tiger cub from the 1960's Hand painted and glazed, vibrant and striking Circa 1960's Signed Italy Height 10 inch, Width 8 inch, Depth 6 in...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic

Carl Auböck Model #3603L Large Brass and Leather Bell

$950 / item

Carl Auböck Model #3603L Large Brass and Leather Bell

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #3603L Large Brass and Leather Bell Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural bell is executed in polished brass an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Model #9040 Polished Brass Knob

$360 / item

Carl Auböck Model #9040 Polished Brass Knob

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #9040 Polished Brass Knob Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese knob is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3653 Brass Bookends

$740 / set

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3653 Brass Bookends

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Carl Auböck model #3653 brass bookends. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in patinated and polished brass. Each pi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Ernest Sohn Siamese Teak and Acrylic Magazine Holder, circa 1960

$485

Ernest Sohn Siamese Teak and Acrylic Magazine Holder, circa 1960

By Ernest Sohn

Located in San Francisco, CA

Ernest Sohn Siamese teak and acrylic magazine holder, circa 1960 Measures: 16" wide x 6" deep x 14.5" high Good vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Acrylic, Teak

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4635 Brass Bookends

$740 / set

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4635 Brass Bookends

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4635 Brass Bookends Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in patinated and polished brass. Each piec...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Model #5262 Patinated Brass Hook

$300 / item

Carl Auböck Model #5262 Patinated Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #5262 Patinated Brass Hook Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in darkly patinated and polished brass by Werkstätte Carl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Base Collectible Art Glass

$125

Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Base Collectible Art Glass

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Murano Hand Blown Paperweight Yellow Flower with Blue Collectible Art Glass. Beautiful heavy large glass paperweight featuring yellow ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Abstract Bronze and Black Wood Pleated Sculpture Italy, 1950's

$2,630

Vintage Abstract Bronze and Black Wood Pleated Sculpture Italy, 1950's

Located in North Miami, FL

This fabulous vintage abstract signed Italian sculpture is Mid-Century Modern. It says on the label made in Italy and the signature is Esafedritolle. The bronze has 2 surfaces both p...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3848 Brass Bookends

$760 / set

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3848 Brass Bookends

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Carl Auböck model #3848 brass bookends. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in polished brass. Each piece bears the ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Heavy Pig Brass Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage, 1950s

$440

Heavy Pig Brass Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage, 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Gorgeous vintage metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item, with nice patina. Made in Europe, circa 1960s. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or children's roo...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Abstract, Organic Gabriel Fourmaintraux Hand Painted Ceramic Vide Poche c1950's

$835

Abstract, Organic Gabriel Fourmaintraux Hand Painted Ceramic Vide Poche c1950's

By Gabriel Emile Fourmaintraux

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Organic in form, abstract ceramic vide poche by Gabriel Fourmaintraux, France Strong pallet of red, yellow and orange enamels contrast wonderfully with the exterior matt black glaze ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic

Carl Auböck Midcentury Elephant Handmade Brass Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

$145 / item

Carl Auböck Midcentury Elephant Handmade Brass Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A charming modernist elephant keyring / keyholder / keychain, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte A...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4100 Patinated Brass Bookends

$740 / set

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4100 Patinated Brass Bookends

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #4100 patinated brass bookends. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in patinated brass. Each piece...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tan Leather Model AB9 Attache / Briefcase by Hartmann - New Old Stock

$950

Vintage Tan Leather Model AB9 Attache / Briefcase by Hartmann - New Old Stock

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in San Diego, CA

A wonderful vintage tan leather Model AB9 attache / briefcase by Hartmann Luggage, circa 1980s. This piece is "New Old Stock (NOS)" and has never been used and comes with original t...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3530 'Flatiron' Brass and Cane Bookends

$1,020 / set

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3530 'Flatiron' Brass and Cane Bookends

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Carl Auböck Model #3530 Brass and Cane 'Flatiron' Bookends Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural pair of bookends are executed in polished or patinat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

1970's Sergio Todeschini Bobo Telephone for Telcer, Italy

$1,034

1970's Sergio Todeschini Bobo Telephone for Telcer, Italy

Located in Praha, CZ

Unique model of dial plastic phone by Sergio Todeschini, made in Italy in the 1970's.

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Luigi Colani Drumbo Green Elephant Money Bank for Dresdner Bank, 1970s

$160

Luigi Colani Drumbo Green Elephant Money Bank for Dresdner Bank, 1970s

By Luigi Colani

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Gorgeous vintage money Piggy bank. A beautiful decorative item, designed by Luigi Colani, for Dresden Bank Germany. Made in Europe, circa 1970s. Nice addition to any collection, desk...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Carl Auböck Model #4056 Nickel-Plated Hook

$440 / item

Carl Auböck Model #4056 Nickel-Plated Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #4056 Nickel-Plated Hook Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and minimalist Viennese candleholder is executed in nickel-plated brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, A...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Decorative Desk Organizer by Aldo Londi, Italy 1960s

$551

Bitossi Rimini Blu Ceramic Decorative Desk Organizer by Aldo Londi, Italy 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful Mid-Century ceramic decorative piece or desk organizer in the iconic and vibrant Rimini Blu color. This lovely and unique piece was designed by Aldo Londi and produced by B...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Expanded Metal Waste Paper Basket 1950s

$550

Midcentury Expanded Metal Waste Paper Basket 1950s

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid Century generous sized and well built expanded metal trash can. Modernist three hairpin legs. Wood bottom. 1950s

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Supermarine Spitfire Wooden & Aluminum Airplane Desk Model, Asprey, ca 1940's

$3,375Sale Price|25% Off

Supermarine Spitfire Wooden & Aluminum Airplane Desk Model, Asprey, ca 1940's

By Asprey & Garrard Limited

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Spitfire wooden & aluminum airplane desk model. Asprey London- ca 1940´s RAF Supermarine spitfire aluminum airplane desk model, mounted over a disp...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Solid Oak Waste Basket / Magazine Bin, Architectural Frame De

$450

Mid-Century Modern Solid Oak Waste Basket / Magazine Bin, Architectural Frame De

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautifully constructed Mid-Century Modern waste basket or magazine bin, executed in solid oak with a warm, honey-toned finish that highlights the natural open grain. The design is...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Oak

One left Swank French mod chrome frame fashion or runway sunglasses

$375Sale Price|42% Off

One left Swank French mod chrome frame fashion or runway sunglasses

Located in Ferndale, MI

One pair still available . Op-pop mod fashion sunglasses round lenses marked France . Very clean plastic chrome frames with chrome steel arms . Slight scu...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Murano Glass Table Lamp with White Marble Base, Italy, 1970s

$1,293

Mid-Century Murano Glass Table Lamp with White Marble Base, Italy, 1970s

Located in Lisse, NL

A striking Murano glass table lamp from the 1970s, handcrafted in Italy. This sculptural piece features a hand-blown glass globe with a captivating clear and frosted gradient finish,...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Sweet Little Dog Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Money Box c1960s

$522

Sweet Little Dog Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Money Box c1960s

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Adorable hand painted ceramic Italian money box from the 1960's A joyful palette of colours brings this piece to life Circa 1960's Signed M33 Italy ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Ceramic

Leather Desk Blotter by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria, 1960s

$4,233

Leather Desk Blotter by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria, 1960s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Berlin, DE

Large desk blotter by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, made of thick natural leather with stitched edge and solid metal corner fittings. The rectangular writing pad shows a beautifully ag...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Set of Leather Lamp, Basket, Paper Holder, Diary and Pen Holder, circa 1970

$2,775Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Leather Lamp, Basket, Paper Holder, Diary and Pen Holder, circa 1970

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This nice desk set is constituted of a lamp, a basket, a paper holder, a diary and a pen holder. The all set is made of leather and brass. This is a French work, circa 1970.

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Fratelli Mannelli Travertine Desk Organizer, 1970s

$375

Fratelli Mannelli Travertine Desk Organizer, 1970s

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Skokie, IL

Fratelli Mannelli Travertine Desk Organizer, Italy 1970s Additional information: Dimensions: 4" W x 4" D x 4" H

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Travertine

Carl Auböck Model #4330-2 Patinated Brass Hook

$270 / item

Carl Auböck Model #4330-2 Patinated Brass Hook

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carl Auböck Model #4330-2 Patinated Brass Hook Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in patinated and polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Aubö...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Desk Organizer Letter Tray in Teak by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

$575

Danish Modern Desk Organizer Letter Tray in Teak by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

By Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik

Located in San Diego, CA

Very functional Danish modern teak desk organizer or letter tray by Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik, circa 1970s. The piece is in excellent condition and measures 23.5" wide, 8.5." deep ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Teak

Cute Munich Child Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Antique German 1900s

$280

Cute Munich Child Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Antique German 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Antique German Souvenir Metal Money Bank with Munich Child, Circa Early 1900s A charming and evocative antique metal money bank, likely produced as a souvenir from Oktoberfest in Mu...

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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

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