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What is MCM wood?
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The term MCM wood typically refers to wood furniture produced in the mid-century modern or MCM style. These pieces usually date back to the postwar years and tend to feature simple, clean lines. Teak, rosewood and oak were some of the most popular types of wood used in furniture design during the period. Find a selection of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Classic Modernist walnut and leather desk by GUILDHALL CABINET SHOPS
By Guild
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist walnut and leather desk by GUILDHALL CABINET SHOPS / Toronto,, Beautifully crafted,, nice simple ,elegant design,, one center drawer,, Retains original brown leathe...
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Leather, Walnut
Pair Leather Milo Baughman / Thayer Coggin Lounge Scoop Chairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Pair of Milo Baughman / Thayer Coggin Lounge Scoop Chairs,, Professionally reupholstered in a butter soft white leather, Original chrome frames,, Super stylish and extremely...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Glazed Chawan Tea Bowl
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and quite engaging sumptuously glazed Chawan tea bowl by famed Japanese Hawaiian American pottery master Toshiko Takaezu. The fired bowl features a vast array of shifting...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Earthenware, Pottery
Mid-Century De Sede Inspired Brown Leather Patchwork Ottoman with Lid & Storage
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century de Sede style round brown leather patchwork ottoman and storage box with removable lid. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. Several o...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Footstools
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Leather
Upholstered Swedish Modern Daybed with Matching Accent Pillow, Sweden ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Pieces from the mid-century era - like this daybed - are characterised by clarity in design, impeccable craftsmanship, and high-quality materials. The perfectly balanced proportions ...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Alpaca, Wood
Mid Century Modern Six Drawer Dresser with Brass Hardware
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern lowboy dresser features hardwood construction, walnut veneer with original finish, six dovetailed drawers with brass hardware, inlaid diamond shapes made of b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
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Wood
