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Mid-Century Modern: Furniture of the 1950s (Paperback)

~ (Author) "The early 1950s was not the first time modern furniture had been offered to the American public, but it was the first time they lined..." (more)
Key Phrases: modern furniture, furniture design, modern furnishings, Herman Miller, New York, Eero Saarinen (more...)
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This highly praised celebration of '50s design recalls the wonders of boomerang-shaped coffee tables, the funky curvaceousness of biomorphic furniture, the industrial sleekness of cool metals, and other design delights. "Will undoubtedly foster a new appreciation of furniture from the '50s."--Chicago Sun-Times. 125 4-color photographs and 100 black-and-white photographs.


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This highly praised celebration of '50s design recalls the wonders of boomerang-shaped coffee tables, the funky curvaceousness of biomorphic furniture, the industrial sleekness of cool metals, and other design delights. "Will undoubtedly foster a new appreciation of furniture from the '50s."--Chicago Sun-Times. 125 4-color photographs and 100 black-and-white photographs.

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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Harmony Books; Revised edition (September 26, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0517884755
  • ISBN-13: 978-0517884751
  • Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #53,942 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #13 in  Books > Home & Garden > How-to & Home Improvements > Furniture
    #25 in  Books > Arts & Photography > Architecture > Interior Design > Style

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Designers of the 50's, June 4, 2004
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My sister has just bought a 1950's ranch home with some original features. I was hoping this book would help celebrate the house and give some ideas as to decor. Instead, it is a good overview of the furniture designers who influenced the furniture of the time. It's nice, but not what I was looking for, which was the physical living space/furnishings of the middle class of the 50's.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Book, September 4, 1998
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I have owned this book since it was originally published in hardcover in 1984. I have referred to it many, many times. Books with beautiful photographs on the subject of 1950's furniture are scarce, indeed, and I was pleased to see this book reemerge in softcover. I wish more books of this caliber on the subject existed. I highly recommend it.
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27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Friendly intro to proper 'what modern was' furniture., June 25, 2000
By Sue Engle (Skyforest, CA.) - See all my reviews
Excellent overview of 'modern' interiors- lighting, furniture, accessories; often shown in delightful period modern room settings. A great coffee table book, yet a valued reference also. Wonderful composition of color and b&w photos: book "flows" well w/ non-tedious text. Guaranteed appreciation of mid-century modern by the indifferent after thumbing through this book. One of my top three most favorites that I never tire of and return to often, (and I'm a gearhead!). A can't-go-wrong choice for anyone with even a small interest in design or collecting.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A great introduction to midcentury furniture
This was the first book I got on modern design, recommended to me by a vintage dealer, and it's still one I refer back to regularly. Read more
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2.0 out of 5 stars Should be titled "Mid Century Chairs and little else"
If you are looking for a book on Mid Century Chairs, look no further. I however was searching for a book on furniture not exclusive of chairs. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great contents, nice photos!!
Widely covered mid-century master pieces by famous designers. If you are interested in vintage furnitures, this would be your great guide.
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5.0 out of 5 stars In the Top 5 Mid Century Modern books I've read!
Excellent text as well as photos. It has been a collector's reference for me for years now.
Highly recommended.
Published on March 11, 2007 by R. Sydney Thomas

5.0 out of 5 stars MODERN 1950'S DESIGN
This is a wonderful coffee table book, a joy to browse through. It is profusely illustrated and contains a wealth of information. Read more
Published on February 27, 2006 by Availar James

5.0 out of 5 stars Mid-century is coming back strong!
Not that it ever really went away, but it appears that the GEN-X crowd is interesting in filling their lofts, condos, etc. with a touch of class and history. Read more
Published on October 25, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning
Simply beautiful. Absolutely darling photos. Fabulous work.
Published on November 22, 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have!
I too have owned this book for a number of years, and it has remained my favorite. If anyone has an interest in furniture, architecture, 50's style or just has great taste, you... Read more
Published on March 26, 2000

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