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Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by 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.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Rainbow Dots Murano Vase, Italy
Vintage Rainbow Dots Murano Vase, Italy

Vintage Rainbow Dots Murano Vase, Italy

$140

Vintage Rainbow Dots Murano Vase, Italy

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Murano glass.

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Big Acqua Green Twisted Vase, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Big Acqua Green Twisted Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Big Acqua Green Twisted Vase, Europe, 1960s

$129

Mid Century Big Acqua Green Twisted Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Green twisted vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. The oute...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Vintage Medium Brown Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Vintage Medium Brown Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Vintage Medium Brown Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

$105

Vintage Medium Brown Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.  

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Orange Glazed Ceramic Majolica Coffee or Tea Set for Four
Orange Glazed Ceramic Majolica Coffee or Tea Set for Four

Orange Glazed Ceramic Majolica Coffee or Tea Set for Four

$1,990 / set

Orange Glazed Ceramic Majolica Coffee or Tea Set for Four

Located in Barcelona, ES

Coffee or tea sea set orange design, Spain, 1960s. Cool set of hand-painted glazed ceramic orange shaped tea, coffee or breakfast serving set fo...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Mid-Century Moder Striped Ceramic Vase by Serra, Spain, 1960s
Mid-Century Moder Striped Ceramic Vase by Serra, Spain, 1960s

Mid-Century Moder Striped Ceramic Vase by Serra, Spain, 1960s

$836Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Moder Striped Ceramic Vase by Serra, Spain, 1960s

By Josep Serra, Cerámica Serra

Located in Barcelona, ES

Midcentury Green, White and Black Striped Ceramic Vase by Serra. A beautiful striped glazed ceramic vase Manufacured by Cerámicas Serra, Spain, 1960s Designed by Josep Serra. This colorful terracotta ceramic vase has stripes in green, black and shades of gray on a white background. Signed ' Serra' underneath. It can be placed alone used as decorative vase or flower vase but it would be nice also as a part of a collection of ceramic vase. Measures: 25 cm height x 11.5 cm diameter About Serra: Serra ceramics factory was a well known ceramics catalan manufacturer with three generations of ceramists. The workshop was founded by Antoni Serra one of the first ceramists in Spain who found an artistic ceramics workshop/studio. Josep Serra with his brothers Antoni and Enric followed his father in the art of ceramics at Can Famades, the new Studio at Cornellà, Barcelona. Josep Serra became the Manager at Cerámicas Serra at the 1930s. The Serra brothers participated in different exhibitions and awards. Jordi Serra...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Majolica Hand-painted Footed Urn Vase with Lid, Italy 1950s-1960s
Majolica Hand-painted Footed Urn Vase with Lid, Italy 1950s-1960s

Majolica Hand-painted Footed Urn Vase with Lid, Italy 1950s-1960s

$375

Majolica Hand-painted Footed Urn Vase with Lid, Italy 1950s-1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Majolica tall lidded footed urn vase features abstract floral and geometric decor in shades of green on white background. The vase stands on a rounded pedestal foot and is co...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Carstens 1950s Vintage Midcentury Turquoise Black & Gold West German Vase
Carstens 1950s Vintage Midcentury Turquoise Black & Gold West German Vase

Carstens 1950s Vintage Midcentury Turquoise Black & Gold West German Vase

$463

Carstens 1950s Vintage Midcentury Turquoise Black & Gold West German Vase

By Carstens Tönnieshof

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Beautiful vintage midcentury West German vessel or vase by Carstens Tonnieshof made post war circa 1950s with a turquoise blue and black glaze with gold details and white lines of dr...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Mid Century Vintage Small Orange Red Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Small Orange Red Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Small Orange Red Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

$70

Mid Century Vintage Small Orange Red Crystal Vase, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. Absolutely beautiful and rare red orange crystal. Made in Poland. Only one unique pie...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century Green Hand-Painted Crystal Vase, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Green Hand-Painted Crystal Vase, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Green Hand-Painted Crystal Vase, Europe, 1960s

$105

Mid Century Green Hand-Painted Crystal Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Green vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s, Italy. Hand painted piece. Glass in original condition. One defect on the top - small chip - as on pictures. The outer reli...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Floral Décor, Germany, 1950s
Mid-Century Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Floral Décor, Germany, 1950s

Mid-Century Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Floral Décor, Germany, 1950s

$369Sale Price|30% Off

Mid-Century Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Floral Décor, Germany, 1950s

By Ruscha, Vincent van Gogh, West German Pottery

Located in Valencia, VC

Large West Germany Ruscha Art Pottery Plate, 1950s A stunning vintage ceramic plate by Ruscha, West Germany, handcrafted circa the 1950s. This exceptional piece features a relief-gl...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica

Blue and White Stoneware Ceramic Vase by Pat an Jo Rowland 1970 Unique Piece
Blue and White Stoneware Ceramic Vase by Pat an Jo Rowland 1970 Unique Piece

Blue and White Stoneware Ceramic Vase by Pat an Jo Rowland 1970 Unique Piece

$915

Blue and White Stoneware Ceramic Vase by Pat an Jo Rowland 1970 Unique Piece

By Jo Rowland

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Pat and Jo Rowland Unique ceramic piece realised circa 1970 20th century design White and blue stoneware ceramic glazes colors Signed at the base Original perfect cond...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Sascha Brastoff Ceramic fish
Sascha Brastoff Ceramic fish

Sascha Brastoff Ceramic fish

$540

Sascha Brastoff Ceramic fish

By Sascha Brastoff

Located in Denton, TX

After returning from his service in the Air Force, Brastoff did brief stint for 20th Century Fox Studios as a costume designer, working with stars such as Betty Grabel and yes, Carme...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Sculpture, Dated 1966
Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Sculpture, Dated 1966

Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Sculpture, Dated 1966

$1,180

Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Sculpture, Dated 1966

Located in Stamford, CT

American mid 20th century glazed stoneware geometric sculpture signed and dated 1966. Raw stoneware, a little glaze and some cobalt and iron were the standard elements of the day, al...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

$469 / set

Blue Fish Glass Decanter and Glasses, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Amazing set of fishes in blue color, made by one of the glass manufacture based in Poland. Would make a great addition to every collection! Very good original vintage condition. Abso...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Mid Century Vintage Transparent Oberglass Vase Rock Crystal, Austria, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Transparent Oberglass Vase Rock Crystal, Austria, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Transparent Oberglass Vase Rock Crystal, Austria, 1970s

$129

Mid Century Vintage Transparent Oberglass Vase Rock Crystal, Austria, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Ober Glass, or rather Ingrid Glashutte, is a company based in Germany but with glassworks in Austria. Currently defunct, but operating from the early 1960s to the end of the 1970s. p...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

20th Century Mini White Dalmatians Dogs Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
20th Century Mini White Dalmatians Dogs Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

20th Century Mini White Dalmatians Dogs Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

$93

20th Century Mini White Dalmatians Dogs Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Mini White Dalmatians Dogs Sculpture...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic tile "Geo" design Lodovico Asirelli for Iris Ceramica, 1970
Ceramic tile "Geo" design Lodovico Asirelli for Iris Ceramica, 1970

Ceramic tile "Geo" design Lodovico Asirelli for Iris Ceramica, 1970

$528

Ceramic tile "Geo" design Lodovico Asirelli for Iris Ceramica, 1970

By Bruno Munari

Located in taranto, IT

Ceramic tile from the "Geo" series, design Lodovico Asirelli for Iris Ceramica, with a press relief design, glazed in matt white with an "orange peel" effect finish, produced in the ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Aluminum

Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s

Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s

$2,818 / set

Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

We have curated a group of stunning pieces of ceramics made in Sweden during the 1950s. These pieces have been gathered and put together by us, carefully sorted and now ready to be g...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s

$187

Mid-Century Crystal Transparent Vase, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Transparent vase in amazing shape. Produced in 1960s. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No ja...

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Vintage Yellow Small Geometric Vase, Europe, 1960s
Midcentury Vintage Yellow Small Geometric Vase, Europe, 1960s

Midcentury Vintage Yellow Small Geometric Vase, Europe, 1960s

$58

Midcentury Vintage Yellow Small Geometric Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Big Green Vase, Pot, Tarnowiec, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Big Green Vase, Pot, Tarnowiec, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Big Green Vase, Pot, Tarnowiec, Europe, 1970s

$293

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Big Green Vase, Pot, Tarnowiec, Europe, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vase made in the Tarnowiec Glassworks located in Poland, designed by J. Słuczan-Orkusz. Soda glass, mass-colored, hand-formed. Vintage product from 1970s Dimensions: height 30 c...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Lutèce saucer plate.
Lutèce saucer plate.

Lutèce saucer plate.

$365

Lutèce saucer plate.

By Maison Albert Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in New York, NY

Lutèce saucer plate. Vintage blue and white saucer from the famed Lutèce restaurant from Manhattan’s more sophisticated past. Chic vide poche souvenir. France, 1960's. Dimensions: ...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Decorative French Mid Century White Golden Ceramic Bowl by Denise Gatard, 1960s
Decorative French Mid Century White Golden Ceramic Bowl by Denise Gatard, 1960s

Decorative French Mid Century White Golden Ceramic Bowl by Denise Gatard, 1960s

$2,935

Decorative French Mid Century White Golden Ceramic Bowl by Denise Gatard, 1960s

By Denise Gatard

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very rare and unique French decorative mid century ceramic bowl in white glaze with an iconic dark golden inside by Denise Gatard produced in France, 1960s. In good original condit...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stig Lindberg, Ceramic Tray/Ashtray Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern
Stig Lindberg, Ceramic Tray/Ashtray Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern

Stig Lindberg, Ceramic Tray/Ashtray Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern

$950

Stig Lindberg, Ceramic Tray/Ashtray Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Stockholm, SE

Stig Lindberg, ceramic tray/ashtray model Domino, Gustavsberg, Scandinavian Modern. In good condition, smaller signs of age and wear. One corner seems to have a small/minimal production flaw. Handmade with charm. Marked: Gustavsberg, Stig L, Domino 13. 21-year-old Stig Lindberg managed to get an internship in the summer of 1973, a time when Gustavsberg porcelain factory was close to bankruptcy. It took about two months for Stig Lindberg to impress Gustavsberg's artistic director Wilhelm Kåge, and after the summer he was offered a position as Kåge's apprentice. When Wilhelm Kåge stepped down as artistic director at Gustavsberg in 1948, Stig Lindberg took over as AD and during his years at the porcelain factory he designed many of the most beloved designs, include Berså, Spisa Ribb...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Handcrafted Teal Enameled Door Handles by Gabbianelli, Albisola, Italy
Pair of Handcrafted Teal Enameled Door Handles by Gabbianelli, Albisola, Italy

Pair of Handcrafted Teal Enameled Door Handles by Gabbianelli, Albisola, Italy

$622 / set

Pair of Handcrafted Teal Enameled Door Handles by Gabbianelli, Albisola, Italy

By Gabbianelli

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy by Gabbianelli, 1950s / 1970s. These two handles are made in hand-modeled and enameled earthware. They might recall some Lucio Fontana's work, but these shapes are ty...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Alvino Bagni "Sea Garden" Italian Bowl for Raymor
Large Alvino Bagni "Sea Garden" Italian Bowl for Raymor

Large Alvino Bagni "Sea Garden" Italian Bowl for Raymor

$1,115

Large Alvino Bagni "Sea Garden" Italian Bowl for Raymor

By Raymor, Alvino Bagni

Located in Hannover, DE

Large, colorful terracotta "Sea Garden" bowl by Alvino Bagni for Raymor MCM Art Ceramic Studio This is a unique, handcrafted piece by Alvino Bagni from his mid-20th-century "Sea Ga...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Vintage Light Blue Artistic Glass Vase, Candlestick, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Light Blue Artistic Glass Vase, Candlestick, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Light Blue Artistic Glass Vase, Candlestick, Europe, 1970s

$174

Mid Century Vintage Light Blue Artistic Glass Vase, Candlestick, Europe, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful and Unique Artistic Vase Author: Decorative Glassworks "Makora", Krosno Year of creation: 2nd half 20th century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Vintage Big Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Big Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Big Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s

$129

Mid Century Vintage Big Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Lubiana, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in good condition. Only one unique piece. Another items from the collection are available in our store. Porcelain glass. Lubiana factory. Słupeckie Dni Spotru means "Sł...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass

Mid-Century West German Ceramic Vase with Dark Brown Glaze and Orange Stripe
Mid-Century West German Ceramic Vase with Dark Brown Glaze and Orange Stripe

Mid-Century West German Ceramic Vase with Dark Brown Glaze and Orange Stripe

$185

Mid-Century West German Ceramic Vase with Dark Brown Glaze and Orange Stripe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

West German dark brown ceramic vase with orange stripe. Marked 517-30 on bottom. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. Two available.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960
Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960

Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960

$939

Vintage Michelin Man Tile Set, Ceramic, Mid-Century, Spain, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Embark on a journey of vintage charm with this exceptional set of tiles, featuring the iconic Michelin Man in a vibrant blue centerpiece, surrounded by original yellow tiles. Crafted...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Natural Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s
Natural Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s

Natural Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s

$845

Natural Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic plate by Jeppe Hagendorn, Denmark 1960s. This plate with brown and natural tones and a beautiful glaze is a real eye catcher and statement piece. Jeppe Hagedorn-O...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Waves Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s
Waves Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s

Waves Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s

$938

Waves Ceramic Plate, Signed by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic plate by Jeppe Hagendorn, Denmark 1960s. This plate with blue and natural tones and a beautiful glaze and texture is a real eye catcher and statement piece. Jeppe...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Small Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s
Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Small Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Small Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

$152

Mid Century Vintage Artistic Glass Small Blue Vase, Europe, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Geometric Vase Author: Decorative Glassworks "Makora", Krosno Year of creation: 2nd half 20th century Information: laminated glass, hand-formed, mass decoration with a crack motif....

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Tricolor Three-Tier Ceramic Tidbit Server by Bauer Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Tricolor Three-Tier Ceramic Tidbit Server by Bauer Pottery

Mid-Century Modern Tricolor Three-Tier Ceramic Tidbit Server by Bauer Pottery

$375

Mid-Century Modern Tricolor Three-Tier Ceramic Tidbit Server by Bauer Pottery

By Bauer Pottery

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Modern Tricolor Three-Tier Ceramic Tidbit Server by Bauer Pottery, circa 1950s. An exceptional and highly collectible staple of mid-century California living, this authe...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Brass

Noomi Backhausen Mural 3557 for Soholm Denmark - 1970s
Noomi Backhausen Mural 3557 for Soholm Denmark - 1970s

Noomi Backhausen Mural 3557 for Soholm Denmark - 1970s

$927

Noomi Backhausen Mural 3557 for Soholm Denmark - 1970s

By Soholm Pottery, Noomi Backhausen

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare ceramic wall mural designed by Noomi Backhausen for Søholm, with a raised floral motif in white and blue glazes. The piece has a textured surface with deep blue-green glazed cen...

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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase "Surrea" Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase "Surrea" Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase "Surrea" Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1950s

$1,409

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase "Surrea" Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg Sweden, 1950s

By Wilhelm Kage

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This abstract matt white stoneware vase was named Surrea (surreal) and designed by Wilhelm Kåge in the 1950s and manufactured at Gustavsberg, Sweden. This vase will work perfectly fo...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Object by Raymonde Leduc
Ceramic Object by Raymonde Leduc

Ceramic Object by Raymonde Leduc

$580

Ceramic Object by Raymonde Leduc

By Raymonde Leduc

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This small ceramic object is by Raymonde Leduc, a ceramist from southern France. Fern leaves are pressed onto the surface, and the delicate shape is carved like a fossil by the firin...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Small Mid Century Black Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s
Small Mid Century Black Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s

Small Mid Century Black Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s

$105

Small Mid Century Black Artistic Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Black vase in amazing organic shape. Produced in 1960s, Italy. Glass in perfect condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. The outer...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Glass

Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman, Modernist Coffee Carafe Pitcher - Green
Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman, Modernist Coffee Carafe Pitcher - Green

Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman, Modernist Coffee Carafe Pitcher - Green

$553Sale Price|37% Off

Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman, Modernist Coffee Carafe Pitcher - Green

By Freeman Lederman, Kenji Fujita, Lagardo Tackett

Located in Decatur, GA

Exquisite modernist coffee carafe designed by Kenji Fujita for Freeman Lederman. Beverage pitcher in rare green glaze with glossy white interior. Marked with the FL logo. Excellent ...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Rattan

Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975
Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975

Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975

$2,935

Black and Brown 20th Century Stoneware Ceramic Floor Vase by Steen Kepp 1975

By Steen Kepp

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Steen Kepp - La Borne Realised circa 1975-1980 Large brown and black stoneware ceramic floor vase. Signed under the base Original perfect condition Measures: Height 40...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Big Rare Ceramic Tiger Decorative Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Big Rare Ceramic Tiger Decorative Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Big Rare Ceramic Tiger Decorative Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

$1,761

Big Rare Ceramic Tiger Decorative Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Painted ceramic, good condition. Beautiful and unique decorative big sculpture. Tiger was produced in 1960s in Italy. All defects and chipping are on pictures.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Vintage Pheasant Display Plate, Chinese, Lacquer Ceramic Charger, C.1980
Large Vintage Pheasant Display Plate, Chinese, Lacquer Ceramic Charger, C.1980

Large Vintage Pheasant Display Plate, Chinese, Lacquer Ceramic Charger, C.1980

$813Sale Price|20% Off

Large Vintage Pheasant Display Plate, Chinese, Lacquer Ceramic Charger, C.1980

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage pheasant display plate. A Chinese, lacquer ceramic charger, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Superb decorative plate with a striking Oriental finish D...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A FREE-FORM MODERNIST Ceramic TRAY by MARCEL GUILLOT, VALLAURIS, France 1950
A FREE-FORM MODERNIST Ceramic TRAY by MARCEL GUILLOT, VALLAURIS, France 1950

A FREE-FORM MODERNIST Ceramic TRAY by MARCEL GUILLOT, VALLAURIS, France 1950

$1,409

A FREE-FORM MODERNIST Ceramic TRAY by MARCEL GUILLOT, VALLAURIS, France 1950

By Marcel Guillot

Located in PARIS, FR

A beautiful sea star tray, Modernist, Forme-Libre, white enamelled ceramic sculpture by Marcel Guillot, signed under the base, Vallauris, France 1950. DIMENSIONS: H 4 x W 20 x D 21 ...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya
Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya

Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya

$575

Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Maya Signed under the base Colored stoneware ceramic pitcher Original good condition Red and blue colors Height 20 cm Large 16 cm

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne
Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne

Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne

$880

Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne

By La Borne Potters

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Rouillard Unique handmade mid XXth century ceramic pitcher Original brown stoneware ceramic color Signed under the base Original perfect condition Measures: Height 21 ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Bowl by Stig Lindberg, Sweden, Red & White Striped, C 1950, Signed
Ceramic Bowl by Stig Lindberg, Sweden, Red & White Striped, C 1950, Signed

Ceramic Bowl by Stig Lindberg, Sweden, Red & White Striped, C 1950, Signed

$1,450

Ceramic Bowl by Stig Lindberg, Sweden, Red & White Striped, C 1950, Signed

By Stig Lindberg

Located in New York, NY

An artistic jack-of-all-trades, Stig Lindberg was accomplished in industrial design, textile design, painting, illustration, glassblowing and ceramics. His whimsical postwar studio c...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3 Italian Ceramic Canisters, Mid-Century Modern Fruit Design
Set of 3 Italian Ceramic Canisters, Mid-Century Modern Fruit Design

Set of 3 Italian Ceramic Canisters, Mid-Century Modern Fruit Design

$930 / set

Set of 3 Italian Ceramic Canisters, Mid-Century Modern Fruit Design

Located in Queens, NY

SET of 3 Italian Contemporary ceramic canisters in the style of maiolica featuring three different fruits labeled pasta, biscotti, and candied apples with lion head pull handles (PRI...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Italian 1950s Biomorphic petrol blue Ceramic vase
Italian 1950s Biomorphic petrol blue Ceramic vase

Italian 1950s Biomorphic petrol blue Ceramic vase

$469

Italian 1950s Biomorphic petrol blue Ceramic vase

Located in Milan, IT

Italian 1950s Biomorphic petrol blue Ceramic vase

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Vintage Transparent and Blue Crystal Vase, Italy, 1960s
Mid Century Vintage Transparent and Blue Crystal Vase, Italy, 1960s

Mid Century Vintage Transparent and Blue Crystal Vase, Italy, 1960s

$105

Mid Century Vintage Transparent and Blue Crystal Vase, Italy, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage glass in good original condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. Only one unique piece. Crystal glass.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Crystal

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase on Sterling Silver Base, 1960s
Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase on Sterling Silver Base, 1960s

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase on Sterling Silver Base, 1960s

$1,638

Bitossi Aldo Londi Rimini Blue Ceramic Vase on Sterling Silver Base, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Barcelona, ES

'Rimini blu' glazed ceramic vase on sterling silver pedestal. Designed by Aldo Londi for by Bitossi. Italy, 1960s. This eye-catching vase is made of blue glazed ceramic with engraved patterns surrounding the central part. Its gorgeous shades of blue and the geometric design of the patterns make this vase a highly decorative piece from the Mid-Century Modern period. Rare find due to the sterling silver base. Measures: 20,5 cm height x 16 cm diameter // 8,07 in height x 6,29 in diameter About Bitossi (Manufacturer) Like a Fellini movie, the ceramics of this famed Italian company embody a creative spectrum that ranges from the playful and earthy to the high-minded and provocative. Based in Florence, Bitossi Ceramiche draws on craft traditions that date back to the 1500s. These find expression in the artisanal vases and animal figures by the firm’s longtime art director Aldo Londi, as well as the colorful...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Sterling Silver

Picart Le Doux Black Fish Charger #2, France 1950's
Picart Le Doux Black Fish Charger #2, France 1950's

Picart Le Doux Black Fish Charger #2, France 1950's

$3,850

Picart Le Doux Black Fish Charger #2, France 1950's

By Jean Picart Le Doux

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional charger by Picart Le Doux with an abstract fish decor This item come from the archive of San Vicens, Perpignan and have not been offered since the the mid 60s. They owe ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Brown Abstract Ceramic Vase by Tim Orr Free Stone Form, circa 1975
Brown Abstract Ceramic Vase by Tim Orr Free Stone Form, circa 1975

Brown Abstract Ceramic Vase by Tim Orr Free Stone Form, circa 1975

$1,174

Brown Abstract Ceramic Vase by Tim Orr Free Stone Form, circa 1975

By Tim Orr

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Tim Orr Abstract ceramic free form Brown stoneware ceramic vase Original perfect condition Signed under the base Measures: Height 11 cm Large 10 cm Depth 11 cm.

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-century Modern ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern ceramics 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 ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern ceramics made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Roger Capron, and Bitossi. 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 ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $113,467 while the average work can sell for $901.

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