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40 Of The Most Interesting And Beautiful Old Things That These People Have The Pleasure Of Owning
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Mid-century modern style refers to the design movement of mid-20th-century interior, product, graphic design, architecture, and urban development. Today, MCM is recognized as a significant design movement by scholars and museums around the globe, and it’s impossible not to see its appeal.
There’s even a whole community on Reddit that introduces itself as “a community for enthusiasts of mid-century modern design. From Charles and Ray Eames to Paul McCobb and Adrian Pearsall.”
Created 11 years ago, back in 2011, the "Mid Century" subreddit is an online destination for examples of mid-century modern design, from furniture to interiors that take our breath away.
Below we wrapped up some of the most interesting examples, so pull your seats closer!
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#1
Before And After Lane Acclaim First Edition Cocktail Table, From 1959! This Poor Thing Survived 6 Decades Of Abuse Before It Found Its Way To Me. That's Twice As Long As I've Been Alive. Crazy!!
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#2
I’ve Spent Years Collecting Pieces And Moving Them Around From Rental To Rental Or Hiding Them In Storage. They’re All Finally Together In My First House
#3
Thoughts On The New End Table I Made?
To find out what an expert thinks about the mid-century modern style that has been gaining a lot of popularity lately on Instagram, we reached out to Dr. Lori Verderame, a Ph.D. antiques appraiser who’s an internationally syndicated columnist and an author with 30 books to her credit.
Dr. Lori explained that the mid-century modern style is the characteristic look in design of the late 1940s through the 1970s, so basically it is the design of the 1950s and 1960s. “Mid-century modern design, known as MCM, has become more popular and valuable over the last 20 years,” she said.
#4
It’s In And It Works And It’s Perfect!
#5
Vintage Radio I Bought Today. Looks Perfect With My Thrifted Horse Figure
#6
Been A While Since I Un-Painted A Piece! Fully Restored Brasilia II Petite Buffet With New Tapered Legs. What A Glow Up!
“It features space-age forms, new state-of-the-art materials, the fusion of natural and manmade elements, organic and geometric shapes, bright and bold textile designs, and bright colors. Materials like lucite, chrome, bakelite, and fiberglass are integrated in our homes and fashion,” Lori told Bored Panda.
#7
I Snagged This Edwardian Dress Yesterday. It’s Just Too Stunning Not To Share
Reenzy Bennington 1 year ago
I hope you also enjoy sharing your home with the ghost of the original owner... <.<
#8
My Vintage Cycling Outfit And The Vintage Bicycle (1958) That I Restored Myself
#9
My Wife Found This Coffee Pot At The Thrift Store. Yes, That's A Candle Heating It
We asked Dr. Lori if furniture and design items from the MCM period are valuable, and she confirmed that it’s definitely the case. “Furniture by big names in the mid-century modern movement like George Nakashima, Harry Bertoia, Charles Eames, and others continue to bring big money from collectors,” Dr. Lori explained.
Moreover, the antiques appraiser argues that mid-century modern furniture and design accessories will only increase in value over time, “as long as these vintage pieces are kept in good condition and are free of damage.”
#11
I Drove Five Hours To Pick Up This Beautiful Hot Pink And Chrome 1950's Table & Chairs
Zelda Blue 1 year ago
We had a table like this growing up, the chairs were red though. Very cool
#12
Mandatory Isolation Finally Gave Me Time To Get My Living Room Sorted
#13
Finally Getting Around To Showing Off My Dream Home. I Grew Up Driving This Neighborhood Saying Someday I’ll Live Here. Dream Come True
#14
So Cool
#15
Easy Like Sunday Morning
#16
Found My Dream Desk Last Week! Peter Løvig Nielsen For Dansk Flip Top Partners Desk
ISeeWendiGo 1 year ago
While the desk is gorgeous, I want to talk about that lamp! I love it!🥰
#17
Ge Fridge From Early '50s. Still Going Strong!
#18
My Luck Has Truly Been Bananas. Broyhill Brasilia Set. Couple Bought A House, Previous Owner Left It, It “Wasn’t Their Style”, They Wanted It Out. $100 For The Set
#19
60 Years Of Nicotine Buildup Goes Bye-Bye! Fully Restored Dixie Petite China Cabinet. Thing Thing Was So Gross, Tarred, And Rough To The Touch I Didn't Even See It Has That Great Vertical Cherry Veneer On The Top Drawer!
#20
!960's Fender Rhodes "Student Piano"
#21
My Grandfather's Coat
#22
After Finding This Chair On The Curb Almost 4 Years Ago, I Finally Had The Means To Have It Reupholstered! Made In Denmark By Madsen & Schubell, It Reclines :)
#23
Found This Set Of Giovanni Travasa Eva Chairs From The 1960’s And Had Them Transported To Portland. I Can’t Find Another Vintage 3-Piece Set In The World. I Paid $500 And Now I’m Afraid To Sit On Them!
#24
Hers And Hers Lounge Chairs
#25
Trying To Convince My Husband To Put An Offer On This 1952 House (Minnesota)
Echidna learns extreme ironing 1 year ago
In this situation, just ask forgiveness not permission.
#26
Fully Restored Teak Chest! I Don't Know Who Glopped 2 Thick Layers Of Paint On This Beauty, But It Wasn't "Mint" To Be!
#27
Picked Up The Keys Today For This Beauty, I Can't Believe This Is Our House!
#28
Purchased In 1962 And Packed Away In An Attic Until Now
#29
Bought This Ladderax, With 3 Drop Down Desks, Brass Finishes, Glass Cabinet, And A Drawer For The Shocking Price Of $40. I'm Screaming And Will Never Be This Lucky Again
LillieMean 1 year ago
I scream too, out of jealousy and now excuse me, I go to a quiet corner to sob.
#30
Any Info On This Beautiful Pool Table?
#31
Goodbye To This Beautiful Home My Grandpa Built
#32
Just Picked Up This Drexel Playpen Sofa, $249
#33
My Cool $10 Midcentury Lamp From Marketplace! One Of My Favorite Finds
#34
Wife And I Just Moved Into Our Dream House A Couple Months Ago. Things Are Coming Together
#35
I Am In Love With This Dress. I Can’t Wait To Be Able To Wear It Out More In The Spring/Summer. From The 1970s
2WheelTravlr 1 year ago
Gunne Sax - they made about 90% of all dresses worn to every 1980 prom in the US.
#36
1950s Dior By Bulova Watch
#37
My Old Lamp Sitting Atop Of My Old Radio Sitting Atop Of My Old Dresser
#38
A Few Weeks Ago I Posted My Thrifted Broyhill Sofa- Here’s The Final Result With All My Retro Finds!
#39
In-Laws Were Planning To Give This To Goodwill
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What do you think ?
Kathryn Baylis 1 year ago (edited)
There are some younger people, with really good eyes for quality, picking up some quality furniture at thrift shops and online marketplaces that is just being thrown out by people who have no idea or appreciation for its quality. I’m glad it’s being rescued, repaired, and refinished—-and, as someone who was born mid-century, so was around all these styles of decor when they were new, I know what I’m talking about when I say these younger folks are assembling some very authentic-looking period rooms. Plus, a lot of what they’re buying and restoring are investment pieces, many of which will only appreciate in value, that they can pass on to their own children.
Mike Fitzpatrick 1 year ago
These are cool to look at but I grew up looking at this style of decor and I find I don't miss it at all. Tons of pearl clutching about the painted pieces but folks got very tired of looking at the same thing for so long. "Back in the day" we kept furniture until it was beyond use before we replaced it so if you grew weary of seeing a credenza in the original wood you simply repainted it. I'm working on a small chest of drawers that served all 4 of us as infants (nearly 70 years) and I have no intention of taking down to the bare wood as we (surviving sis and brother) only knew it as "the little white chest of drawers".
Kathryn Baylis 1 year ago (edited)
There are some younger people, with really good eyes for quality, picking up some quality furniture at thrift shops and online marketplaces that is just being thrown out by people who have no idea or appreciation for its quality. I’m glad it’s being rescued, repaired, and refinished—-and, as someone who was born mid-century, so was around all these styles of decor when they were new, I know what I’m talking about when I say these younger folks are assembling some very authentic-looking period rooms. Plus, a lot of what they’re buying and restoring are investment pieces, many of which will only appreciate in value, that they can pass on to their own children.
Mike Fitzpatrick 1 year ago
These are cool to look at but I grew up looking at this style of decor and I find I don't miss it at all. Tons of pearl clutching about the painted pieces but folks got very tired of looking at the same thing for so long. "Back in the day" we kept furniture until it was beyond use before we replaced it so if you grew weary of seeing a credenza in the original wood you simply repainted it. I'm working on a small chest of drawers that served all 4 of us as infants (nearly 70 years) and I have no intention of taking down to the bare wood as we (surviving sis and brother) only knew it as "the little white chest of drawers".
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