A curated selection of timeless Mid-Century Modern Tables and Desks 1 – the Cavour Desk and the Arabesco table by Carlo Mollino THE CAVOUR DESK by Carlo Mollino had organic inspirations and anthropomorphous lines that showed the highest level of harmony Mollino wanted to portray. The art had unique materials such as molded plywood. Sailko, …
In this article we select the top 10 Mid-Century Modern pieces of all time. Click below the links to the designers’ profiles detailing their description and history. Find fresh ideas and inspiration 1 – Arco Floor Lamp by Pier & Achille Castiglioni Piero collaborated on a wide variety of projects with his brother Achille and their …
George Nelson contributed to the development of Mid-century modern through both his provocative writing and his innovative design. He constantly aimed at providing functional and aesthetic solutions to modern-day living. His iconic pieces span from furniture: Coconut Chair, Marshallow sofa, Typewriter desk, to objects: Ball clock, to lighting: Bubble light. Bio Born on May 29, …
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What defines mid-century modern? Mid Century Modern style is a term coined by author Cara Greenberg in 1983, and refers to the design aesthetic that began after World War II, and lasted until the 1970s. Mid Century Modern shunned the maximalism of pre war to adopt a more simplistic approach. The multidisciplinary nature of the …
George Nelson contributed to the development of Mid-century modern through both his provocative writing and his innovative design. He constantly aimed at providing functional and aesthetic solutions to modern-day living. His iconic pieces span from furniture: Coconut Chair, Marshallow sofa, Typewriter desk, to objects: Ball clock, to lighting: Bubble light. Bio Born on May 29, …