Mid-century modern furniture is hot right now. Their stylish, retro appeal speaks to quirky hipsters and seasoned collectors alike. Here are some popular designers to watch out for when shopping for your next piece.
Finn Juhl introduced the Danish Modern design to America in the 1940’s. He was an architect, interior, and industrial designer whose expressive, sculptural designs were inspired by modern abstract art.
Harvey Probber’s geometric designs were a carefully constructed mix of elements used to create unique sectional sofas. Finding one of his designs would add a very valuable, prominent conversation piece to your living room.
Hans Wegner was known for mixing textures in a modern-designed, functional piece. He used wood, papercord, caning, and various upholstery fabrics in the over 500 chairs he designed throughout his lifetime.
American furniture designer, artist, and sculptor Paul Evans, created copper chests, steel-front cabinets, and stalagmite bronze dining tables, influenced by the burgeoning Brutalism movement at the time.
An A-frame armchair by Edward Wormley could be worth over $8500 today. His European and Scandinavian inspirations created classic designs that have been extremely successful in the marketplace today.
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings reconstructions of classic Greek pieces and designs while with the company Widdicomb Furniture are very sought after by mid-century modern collectors and aficionados.
Milo Baughman worked for various companies during his design career, but he is best known for his designs made for Thayer Coggin. His mixed material creations often consisted of metal with upholstery, and utilized geometric shapes with a distinct and classic aesthetic.
Eero Saarinen came from an artistic background. His parents were an architect and a textile artist, so his exposure to designing and sculpting started at an early age. His Knoll pieces, such as the Tulip chair, the Womb chair, and the 70 series collection are his most recognizable. He used plastics, metal, wood, and other materials to create the modular shaped pieces that are often replicated today.
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