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Identifying mid century modern furniture.
Mid century furniture is characterised by clean lines open sides and classic shapes.
With its vintage vibe furniture.
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This area offers a treasure trove of midcentury modern furniture because the desert was a mecca for hollywood celebrities and people looking for resort homes in the 1950s through the 1980s.
Among mid century furniture fans the work of charles and ray eames is paramount.
While many people associate mid century modern with the years 1945 to 1965 one of the earliest examples of mid century furniture was actually designed in 1934 when kem weber conceived his airline armchair.
Mid century modern designers.
Mid century furniture is often crafted from solid woods notably teak elm beech and rosewood.
Both high end and affordable these stylish furniture designs continue to find their way into homes.
Furniture pieces inspired by their designs as well as copies are greatly sought after.
If you need a crash course take yourself to our mid century modern guide.
But because their designs were so widely copied recognizing an original and collectible piece can be tricky.
Mid century furniture describes tables chairs dressers and desks marked by their clean lines and lack of fussy detail.
If a piece looks ornate or has what feels like extraneous details then treat it with caution.
If you love the design style that sets the stage for mad men you are more than likely a fan of mid century furniture.
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There are several mid century modern designers of note and pieces designed by them have continued to inspire designers who came after them.