Furniture
Beautiful textures and colors of Mid-Century design is reflected in the work of Tokyo-based graphic designer Hannah Andersen from New Zealand who digitally combined handmade collage and painting to create this vibrant look.
Illustration courtesy of Hannah Andersen (www.unfruitfully.com)
Enjoy articles focusing on furniture styles from antique to mid-century modern found in the living room, bedroom and throughout the house. You'll find the work of Stickley, Wegner, Nakashima, Eames and many other furniture makers.
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Breaking Through a Stained-Glass Ceiling
Clara Driscoll, the nearly invisible design force behind many of Tiffany Studio's finest stained-glass lamps, overcame staggering obstacles to illuminate the artistic talents of women hidden in the shadows of early 20th-century America.
Living In A World Gone Mod!
Collector Carlos Cardoza's life – especially his custom-built 1954 home – reflects his passion for Mid-Century Modern design. Step inside his Mod world and see for yourself.
George Nakashima’s Kinship with Trees Shines in His Furniture
During his career, the renowned mid-century woodworker produced some of the most original and influential designs of the post-war era.
The Man Behind Ruby Lane's Success
Tom Johnson knew there had to be a better way to find the things he loved. So he started a company, named it after his mother, and changed how we shop in the online vintage marketplace.
Tiffany lamps: How to tell real from fake
If you’re keen to source a genuine Tiffany lamp for your home or art collection, you need to know your stuff. Here are ten clues to tell a real Tiffany lamp from a fake one.
Identifying Antique Furniture Styles
Learn about the sometimes subtle differences in various styles of furniture, and some history about them too!
A Prairie School Companion
Step back in time and enter a boldly detailed, lovingly restored Memphis Foursquare home, an exceptional example of Midwest Prairie School design at its finest.
Aluminum Trees Are Yuletide Cool
Aluminum Christmas trees, an icon of Space-Age kitsch, are popular with collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century modern design.
A Perfect Haven From Imperfect World
Maurice-Claude Vidili’s innovative Sphère d’Isolation designed decades ago resonates with today's self-quarantine practice.
Stickley Brothers Style
Exploring the furniture styles of arguably the most famous furniture makers in American history.
Shaker Sewing Table Highlights Morphy's Sale
An 1840 sewing table steals the spotlight during Morphy’s Fine & Decorative Arts Auction.
Fall York Antiques Show & Sale Canceled
With their hand forced because of the ongoing pandemic, organizers of Pennsylvania semi-annual event turn their focus to 2021 Winter Show and healthier times.
Arts & Crafts Furniture Design Philosophy
Trace the lineage of Arts & Crafts furniture and you soon discover there's more at work than a universal label can handle. It exhibits a multitude of international influences reflecting a philosophy rather than an easily defined design style.
Classic Kitsch is Back!
Colorful, campy and oodles of fun, Mid-Century kitsch, from spaghetti poodles to bluebird-themed housewares, is more popular than ever. Yasmina Greco explains the importance of looking back while moving forward.
Hans Wegner: Master of The Chair
Hans Jorgen Wegner was the grandmaster of mid-century Danish chair design. Throughout his career Wegner designed roughly 500 chairs. Many of his classic creations, like the Ox chair, remain in production.
