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Midcentury Marvelous

A collection of our favorite furnishings that evoke the enduring style of the mid-20th century.

CLASSIC REDUX

Merging modernism with luxe natural materials, the handmade Vita Chair pays homage to architect Mies van der Rohe with minimalist lines and curvy cantilevers.

Available in a  cherry or walnut frame with hand-stitched leather cushions in nine earthy hues.

28″H by 24″W by 34.5″L.

$6,300-$8,505

thosmoser.com

UPWARD BOUND

The Veneto nine-light Chandelier by Currey & Company floats with a carnival of colorful inverted glass discs in blue, yellow and red.

23.5″H by 37″L by 41″W.

$2,543

valleylights.com

FINNED FINERY

Named for the Spanish word for “wing,” the bold, architectural silhouette of the Alas Vase in moss green is a worthy vessel for seasonal blooms, or makes its own unforgettable statement as sculpture.

9.875″H by 9.5″W by 5.125″D.

$209

dwr.com

SHAPE SHIFT

In a minimalist setting, go bold with draperies. “A Contretemps” fabric by Casamance is a study in overlapping shapes and tones, adding visual tempo in a matte finish.

To the trade.

johnbrooksinc.com

FORECAST: BREEZY

As an interior or exterior accent, nothing says midcentury modern like concrete breeze blocks.

Available in single- or double-sided options and in 12-inch and 16-inch squares in a range of classic and exclusive designs.

$15-$35 each

ourblockco.com

REFLECT ON THIS

Bring a touch of glamour to a powder room or foyer with the Brasilia Mirror designed by Jonathan Adler.

The polished cast brass frame can be hung vertically or horizontally.

24″H by 20″W by 2.25″D.

$850

jonathanadler.com

REIMAGINING THE WHEEL

Vladimir Kagan was one of mid mod’s design pioneers. Simultaneously kinetic and fluid, his Capricorn Chaise Lounge by Holly Hunt has a powder-coated steel frame in crema (shown) or espresso, and tailored cushion.

32.75″H by 25.75″W by 68″D.

To the trade.

johnbrooksinc.com

TILE TIME

Crafted entirely by hand, 4-inch square tiles by Motawi bring graphic life to nature. Each purchase supports the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s mission to inspire people to discover and embrace an architecture for better living through meaningful connections to nature, the arts and each other.

Shown from top to bottom: Cardinal, Hare and Ladybug.

$51

shop.franklloydwright.org

MODERN GEOMETRY

Power-loomed from super-soft polypropylene and shrink polyester yarns, the Reed Rug features a bold pattern that elevates any space from the ground up.

Available in sizes ranging from by 5’L by 3’W to 13’L by 10’W.

$199-$1,499

scandinaviandesigns.com

MARK THE TIME

Count the minutes with one of the most classic timepieces ever imagined. Originally produced in 1949, the Sunburst clock was designed by George Nelson Associates for the Howard Miller Clock Company, which sold them from 1949 into the 1980s

18.5″ in diameter.

$710

hermanmiller.com

WOMB WITH A VIEW

Created in 1946 by Eero Saarinen, the Womb Settee by Knoll is an iconic piece perfectly sized for two. Shown in crimson, the upholstered fiberglass shell is available in fabric, suede or leather upholstery; the steel rod frame options include black powder-coated, polished chrome or gold-plated finish.

35.5″H by 62.75″W by 34″D.

$10,186

dwr.com

MULTILEVEL-HEADED

At the intersection of swanky soirees and audacious art, you’ll find the Milano Cocktail Table. Inspired by Oscar Niemeyer’s Brasília architecture, this statement piece features a quintet of terrazzo tabletops perched on a sculptural steel base.

18.25″H by 49.25″ W by 29.5″ D.

$1,995

jonathanadler.com

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