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MidModMen+friends offers authentic mid-century, modern and made-in-Minnesota furniture and decor at its best. We hand-select items and then clean, rejuvenate or restore each one according to need. The emphasis is always on quality. Here’s a sampling of current items as of 06/20/2021. Watch for ongoing updates here and on Instagram and Facebook.
- OPEN Friday + Saturday 11AM to 5PM | Sunday 11AM to 4PM
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FRESH + FEATURED
Vintage walnut table lamps made by Modeline. They feature three-prong bases that support dual lampshades. The sockets are three-way, with a pull chain control. Rejuvenated wood and shades in excellent condition. Dimensions are 40″ tall x 14″ diameter.
Elegant black walnut coffee table with soft edges all around and thin sculpted legs. The dark figuring in the wood is extra-special and feels almost like rosewood. Fully restored. Dimensions are 32″ square x 14″ high.
All modern and no mixture makes for predictable decor. We like good design from many eras and think that modern spaces can be elevated with a little bit of incongruity. This early 20th Century Globe-Wernicke barrister bookcase is a character piece. It’s a four-stack system with a drawer in the base and a drop down desk with loads of cubbies. The three shelf units are open (no doors). It’s in excellent condition and we even made a skeleton key for the desk. Dimensions are 34″W x 12″D (24″D with desk extended) x 56″H.
This contemporary tall cabinet circa 1970s packs a lot of display and enclosed storage in a small footprint. The three-tier display area is surrounded by glass on the front and both sides. It has glass shelves and interior lighting so you can really show off your collectibles. Below is a generous enclosed storage. The cabinet is made of pecan. This piece is cleaned, rejuvenated and ready to use. Dimensions are 32″W x 15″D x 72″H.
Gunlocke Furniture is well-known in mid-century circles for its powerfully built and often elegantly designed chairs. The company has been a mainstay of upper echelon office furniture for decades. That heritage is part of what makes this sofa so exciting. The frame is built to last, so we invested in a complete makeover with all new upholstery and restoration of the exposed walnut base. Dimensions are 81″L x 31-3/4″D x 30″H to the top of the back cushions.
We’re showcasing a collection of mid-century inspired prints created by Minneapolis-based artist Jeff Hinchee. There are two still life designs and three modern house designs. Each is printed on high-quality paper. There are white and black frame options for each design. We also are showcasing several of his fine art prints. They are on archival paper, signed and numbered.
This is truly one of the most unusual chairs we’ve featured in the store. It was custom-made for its original owner – a doctor in a small Texas town – using the same bent and layered walnut ply technique as the famed Eames lounger. The base and legs are solid walnut and it is upholstered in a two-tone burnt orange leatherette and woven fabric. The original tags identifying the maker and customer are attached underneath. This chair is in exceptional condition.
Three classic Charles and Ray Eames-designed fiberglass armchairs dating from 1960-1962. These are red-orange shells on zinc “H” bases with all original parts – shock mounts and gliders included – in excellent condition. All have embossed Herman Miller emblems are paper tags that allowed us to determine their date of manufacture. The chairs are sold individually. We have other authentic Eames fiberglass chairs in stock with various bases.
Charles and Ray Eames-designed molded fiberglass chair made by Herman Miller in the Ochre Light (OL) color. This chair is all original, including the zinc “H” base. The shell, shock mounts and frame are all in excellent condition. We added brand new gliders. Includes original tag, stamp and handwritten model number.
Early production molded fiberglass arm chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The shell color is Greige. This chair features the original Zenith Manufacturing rope edge production technique. Mounted on a four-point, swiveling wheeled base. Shell, shock mounts and base are in excellent condition.
The Eames Compact Sofa, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, is a mid-century icon. Introduced in 1954, the design has endured because of its sleek profile, strong built and surprising comfort. We have an early 1960s sofa with brand new wool upholstery. Dimensions are 72-1/2″L x 32-1/2″D x 35″H. Seat height is 16″.
Designed and developed in 1946 by Charles and Ray Eames, this clever room divider might be just right for current times. We all need a little privacy, but it’s nice to share space with the right people, too. The Folding Wood Screen (FWS) adds flexibility and portability, with six undulating panels that unfold from a slim vertical to a five-foot divider. The panels are made using ash veneer on the front and back over layers of maple. Each panel is connected with a polypropylene mesh fabric, allowing flexible positioning of the panels. The FWS was in production from 1946 to 1955, retired and then reintroduced by Herman Miller in 1994. This piece is from that second generation of production. Open screen dimensions are 60″L x 2-1/4″D x 68″H, and 10″W in the folded position.
This designed and artisan-made in Minnesota walnut chair is inspired by – and a worthy companion to – mid-century period designs. It’s the work of our longtime furniture-making friend, whose creations are crafted one at a time using locally sourced wood. This solid walnut frame chair is a new design and features side cutouts, flared arms and dramatically canted legs. The cushions are upholstered in Knoll Textiles Rebel in the Lavender colorway.
Another original design – built by hand – from our Minnesota-based furniture-making partner. This solid walnut frame chair is a variant of a favorite design (he’s creatively restless) and features solid panel sides, flared arms and a window frame back. The cushions are upholstered in a textured fabric in a spring green colorway.
These contemporary Danish lounge chairs channel some of the best Scandinavian modern designs from the 20th Century. The frames are bentwood beech with a dark brown/black stain, and have tall backs. They are upholstered in black leather and have adjustable/removable headrests. There are two available.
Quaintly (by our modern sensibilities) dubbed the Mr. and Mrs. Dresser when it was introduced in 1953, this is a genuinely rare Planner Group piece designed by Paul McCobb and made by Winchenden Furniture. It has an amazing 20 drawers: ten small drawers behind slim doors on either side, four small drawers across the top and six standard drawers below. It was designed to be shared, with each person getting the same amount of storage. It’s made of solid birch and has undergone a careful restoration process, with the top being refinished and the everything else being cleaned and refreshed. It has all of the original handles. Dimensions are 72″L x 18-1/4″D x 32″H.
These nightstands are companions to the 20-drawer Model 1510 dresser we have, all designed by Paul McCobb and made in the 1950s by Wincheden Furniture. They are made of solid birch, and each has a small drawer and shelf. They have undergone a combination of refinishing and refreshing to retain their patina while correcting areas of wear. Dimensions per nightstand are 22-1/8″W x 14-1/8″D x 23-1/8″H.
Fully restored walnut nightstands made by Calvin Furniture, complete with the original drawer knobs. They feature open compartments for stashing your bedside reading and slim drawers. Dimensions are 24″W x 15″D x 20-1/2″H.
Rare walnut accent table from Jens Risom Designs that features a floating tray-style tabletop that is cantilevered over the base. The lower shelf is tempered glass that rests on the table’s frame. Fully restored with a walnut oil finish. Dimensions are 21″W x 30″D x 22-1/4″H.
One of our partners designed and hand-built these amazing tables lamps. They’re made of solid walnut, with brass-plated fittings and glass globes. Each comes with a small-sized LED lightbulb. Dimensions are 12” wide x 6” diameter (globe) x 30” tall.
No matter how you use it – stereo cabinet, bar cabinet, dining room sideboard, multi-purpose storage – this 1960s era credenza will handle it in style. Quality-built in pecan with a warm walnut finish, this piece features dual bifold doors the open to reveal two generous cabinets with adjustable shelves. The top is black pebbled vinyl that’s easy to clean. Dimensions are 54″L x 16″D x 25-1/4″H.
House your vintage vinyl LPs in a vintage vinyl-clad storage bench from Lane Furniture. This piece was made in 1970 and has puffy patent leather-like on three sides and the top. Flip it open to reveal storage for more than 100 record albums. Strong enough to sit on, and it rolls on a set of ball casters. Closed dimensions are 28″L x 16-1/4″D x 19″H.
The latest piece from our local furniture-making partner is a writing desk that takes a bit of design inspiration from mid-century modern icon George Nelson. It was handmade in solid walnut. The tray-style top has sides that arc forward. The back edge has a cord management port. Dimensions are 49-1/2″L x 26″D x 31-3/4″H to the top of the side arcs. SHOWN WITH an original Eames fiberglass chair manufactured by Cincinnati Milacron (1958-1965).
Exceptional mid-century modern dry bar that we’ve taken through a top-to-bottom restoration. The L-shaped bar is made with walnut and features Danish-inspired legs that give the cabinet a floating appearance. There is a vinyl clad footrest, a black leatherette panel inset and a brand new wood top with black laminate inlay. Behind the bar is loads of storage, consisting of large open shelving and a locking compartment with walnut exterior. Plus, there is a pull-out cutting board. Dimensions are 60″L x 30-3/4″D (to the end of the L) and 15-5/8″ (main bar area) x 40-1/4″H.
Certain mid-century designers continue to surprise us. Some of their furniture shows up recurringly, and then we discover a piece we’ve never seen before. This walnut credenza is our latest Risom surprise, with a minimalist profile and floating top. The storage is comprised of four individual cabinets, each with an adjustable/removable shelf. The back of the credenza is finished with an unadorned panel that we restored with fresh walnut veneer – and chose for its dramatic figuring. Fully restored. Dimensions are 66-1/2″L x 21-3/4″D (including the projection of the wood door handles) x 29-1/4″H.
This sleek Florence Knoll walnut credenza offers four spacious compartments behind bypass doors with original leather pulls and double locks. Each compartment has an adjustable shelf. The top is original walnut laminate with an impressively natural appearance. Perched on six polished steel legs. Dimensions are 71-1/4”L x 17-3/4”D x 27-1/2”H.
Mirror image pair of carved wood tiki plaques – in the style of WITCO – with spooky yellow/black glass eyes. Initials “JS” are carved on the backs. Dimensions are 9”W x 28”H x 1-1/4”D. Sold as a pair.
If you’re looking to add wattage to your personal style, this dapper walnut and brass valet stand is the boost you need. It’s a versatile organizer and a sculptural statement all in one. Top-to-bottom features: straight bar for hanging belts, ties or scarves; hanger for a jacket, shirt or blouse; catch-all tray for whatever you pull from your pockets; cane-faced platform for stowing shoes; and a drawer for storing more wardrobe essentials. Overall dimensions are 19″W x 15-3/4″D x 51″H.
Contemporary and compact Scandinavian style sofa with a solid teak base. The upholstery (professionally cleaned) is a tightly woven fabric in smoke white with soft charcoal abstract shapes. Sofa dimensions are 76″L x 33″D x 30″H.
Contemporary and compact Scandinavian style sofa with a solid teak base. The upholstery (professionally cleaned) is a tightly woven fabric in smoke white with soft charcoal abstract shapes. Sofa dimensions are 66″L x 33″D x 30″H.
Casual dining never looked so good. This vintage Burke set includes four classic modern propeller base chairs (of course they swivel!) and an oval-shaped table. The table top was custom made and has a cherry bull nose edge. It’s sized to match the original top, which we also have and is included. Table dimensions are 48″L x 34″W x 29-1/2″H.
Exceptional floor lamp made by George Kovacs. This is the Model #318 and the form is a simple tapered and flared post with a black lacquered extension that hold five full-sized sockets. The three-way switch allows you to adjust illumination from a single bulb to all. Works with any lightbulb with a standard base. Includes a flared, fabric wrapped lampshade that’s perfectly proportioned. Dimensions are 60-1/2″ high x 20″ diameter (bottom of lampshade).
This upright chest from the Broyhill Tribute collection offers versatile storage with a double-door cabinet on top, offering open/divided storage plus a large, wide drawer. Below are two additional full-sized drawers. Fully restored in a medium walnut finish. Dimensions are 42″W x 19″D x 51″H.
Let the room revolve around this elegant round coffee table. The base is a square, solid walnut frame – open and airy – with a round cane inset. It’s topped with glass that extends beyond the base just enough to add valuable surface. Dimensions are 36″ diameter x 15″ high.
Add an organic modern element to your bedroom with this teak headboard sized for a queen bed. The form is unadorned, all the better to showcase the dramatic wood figuring that runs its length. Attaches easily to to a standard steel frame. Or wall mount it to achieve a custom height. Headboard dimensions are 60″L x 2-1/2″D x 34-3/4″H.
These elegant chairs are the essence of modern minimal furniture. Designed by Finn Østergaard and made in Denmark by Lindebjerg Møbelfabrik, the Model B-411 chairs feature solid beech frames. The upholstery is velvety soft in a color that is a jewel tone periwinkle – the precise intersection of purple and blue. There are two chairs available.
CHAIRS + SOFAS + OTTOMANS
The Cab 413 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini in 1977 and made in Italy by Cassina. The Cassina website describes them this way: “Cab was the first-ever chair to feature a free-standing leather structure, inspired by how our skin fits over our skeleton. The upholstery consists of sixteen pieces of saddle leather. Individually die-cut, they then undergo fourteen discrete procedures, again by hand. The pieces are sewn together only when their outer edges have been trimmed to ensure a perfect fit. Once assembled, the cover is attached to the chair’s steel skeleton and held in place by means of a zipper fastening, as in a bespoke tailored garment.” We are offering two chairs in a natural finish that has deepened as they’ve aged. One chair is in nearly perfect condition and the other has some patina – mostly darker areas of leather – that reflects normal use.
Retro channel back barrel chair freshly reupholstered in new vintage fabric – coral with a subtle textured pattern. This is a taller backed round chair that provides full-sized seating. Adding to the fun factor – it rolls on casters.
This solid walnut frame chair by Jens Risom Designs offers versatility. Use as a distinctive accent chair in any room. Or use use it as a stylish desk chair for your home office. The frame is stained a dark brown-black and the upholstery is creamy white chenille.
This striking chair from mid-century design icon Paul McCobb debuted in 1954 and was offered by high-end maker Directional. The chair is a study in subtle drama, with a trim profile yet a distinctive scooped back and raked back legs. The exposed frame is American walnut and it’s been restored with a walnut oil finish. The upholstery is all new, and we took care to choose a period- and design-appropriate fabric.
Elegant slipper chair designed by John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson Furniture’s late 1950s Sophisticates collection. This chair is in exceptional condition. The solid pecan frame is near-perfect and the cane back panel is mint. The box cushion seat is a soft blue with a cable pattern. Dimensions are 27″W x 19″D x 27-1/2″H with a seat height of 16″ and seat depth of 20-1/2″.
Beautiful 1970s reproduction of the bentwood rocking chair made by Thonet with a design dating from the early 1900s. Just like the original, this chair has a rounded bamboo frame, an open bamboo hoop at the base of the back, and caned seat and seat back. It has a wood-burned “made in Poland” stamp in the frame. The frame and cane are in exceptional condition.
MORE STORAGE + SHELVING
China hutch made in Denmark by Dyrlund and featuring top-notch materials, construction and finishes – including lots of teak solids. The compact size and open/concealed storage spaces add to its versatility. The lower section has four generous drawers with wood drawer boxes. Above are three shelves behind double glass doors. The shelves, along with the inside of the cabinet, are backlit with fixtures hidden behind each shelf. Dimensions are 43″W x 18″D x 58-1/2″H.
Distinctive two-piece china cabinet in American walnut offers diverse storage and unique display. The credenza base has a three-drawer stack down the middle. They’re flanked by cabinets, each with a fixed shelf. The hutch is set back in the front and sides, creating a skyscraper effect. It has double-door access to a compartment with three shelves. On either side is open display with removable glass shelves. This piece is fully restored and finished in walnut. Dimensions are 56″L x 18″D x 64-1/2″H. Credenza height is 31-1/2″.
Magnificent craftsman-made sideboard in solid cherry with huge capacity. There are three large cabinets behind triple bypass doors, each with a built-in shelf. Above the compartments are three large drawers with all-wood construction. Dimensions are 71-1/2”L x 20”D x 40”H.
Sleek eight-drawer lowboy in rosewood made in Denmark by Poul Hundevad and fully restored. It’s as versatile as it is beautiful. Use it the traditional way as a dresser. Or take advantage of its lower height as the platform for your television. Dimensions are 54-1/2”L x 16-3/4”D x 26-3/8”H.
Handsome walnut chest with dramatic wood figuring that can serve as a nightstand or extra storage anywhere in your home or home office. Features two large drawers and sits on a plinth base. Fully restored. Dimensions are 26-1/8W x 16-1/4″D x 23-1/2″H.
Here’s a stylish solution when you need a tall and slim nightstand or end table. This three-drawer piece from Founders Furniture features an all-walnut exterior – restored, of course – and large solid wood drawer boxes. Dimensions are 16″W x 18″D x 29-1/4″H.
Sometimes you need extra storage. Sometimes you need an extra place to sit. This chest from Lane Furniture with a handsome parquet front offers both. Inside is a spacious, cedar-lined compartment perfect for storing sweaters, blankets and more. Close the top and you have a sturdy bench that’s been freshly upholstered. Dimensions are 44-1/2″L x 17″D x 19″H.
HOME OFFICE
Need a compact desk for a tight space? Could you use four extra drawers for your belongings? This ingenious desk-chest combination satisfies both needs. The desk can be hidden or opened with the roll of a drum top. When it’s open, you can pull out the desktop surface. You’ll also find two small drawer and four open cubbies. Below are four full-sized drawers. Freshly rejuvenated with a teak oil finish. Dimensions are 35-1/2L x 19″D x 39″H.
MORE COFFEE + ACCENT TABLES
This restored walnut accent table packs a lot of style and functionality into a small package. We love the raised edges along the top and the bowtie drawer knob. And we appreciate the handy drawer. Dimensions are 21-1/4″W x 27-1/2″D x 20-3/4″H.
This restored walnut coffee table is perfect for the secret squirrel in all of us. You know, the little quirk that makes us want to hide stuff so it can be our very own. How? Because the table’s slim profile hides a stealth drawer that only you need to know about. Dimensions are 31” square x 16-1/2” high.
These compact walnut and glass tables can serve you in two ways: as individual end tables or as a small scale modular coffee table. Restored solid frames. Dimensions are 20″ square x 15″ tall each.
This early 1970s Danish modern coffee table designed by Niels Bach in solid oak is all clean lines and powerful construction. Use it as a coffee or corner table. Dimensions are 27-1/4″W x 27″D x 16″H.
MORE DINING + ENTERTAINING
There are almost always dining tables, chairs and sets waiting in the wings or ready for restoration. Just come in and tell us what you’re looking for and we can let you know what’s available or on its way.
Everyone has a seat at the head of the table in these cherry-framed arm chairs. The seats and backs are upholstered in a tweedy black and gray fabric with the feel of wool – but none of the scratchiness. Sold as a set.
These Italian modern casual dining chairs from the 1970s were inspired by early 20th Century Bauhaus designs yet are very much of their time. Solid beech frames with a saturated amber lacquer finish and caned seats. We cleaned each chair, choosing not to restore them and spoil their natural patina. Dimensions are 19-1/2″W x 17-1/2″D x 31″H + 18-1/2″ seat height. Sold as a set. There is one additional chair available.
Set of four 1960s vintage dining chairs designed by Folke Pålsson for FDB Møbler. The J77 chair was introduced in the 1960s with design inspiration from the classic Windsor chair. These are smaller-scale chairs, perfect for a breakfast nook or other small spaces. All are structurally excellent, with a light overall rejuvenation to the finish. Offered as a set.
Sleek and elegant serving trolley with a curvy steel frame, a corral for holding bottles or decanters, a mirrored lower shelf and a light-smoked glass top shelf. The streamlined style is reminiscent of Italian designs from the late 1960s and 1970s. Rolls smoothly on hooded casters. Dimensions are 34″L x 16-7/8″D x 27″H to the top of the handle.
LIGHTING + ACCENTS
Big lamps make a big design statement, especially in bold orange. These vintage lamps are from designer-favorite Frederick Cooper and feature ceramic bodies with orange crackly glaze and black bands. The wood bases are black with gilded trim. And the lampshades are translucent fabric that lets the light shine through. There are three-way sockets and both post and line switches. They stay 47″ tall.
Extraordinary modernist floor lamp designed by Nanda Vigo circa 1969 and made in Italy by Arredoluce. The minimalist design combines a tall, slender chrome-plate steel tube with a shorter cylinder. The tall cylinder has a narrow cutout from top to bottom and houses a single fluorescent bulb. The lamp is designed to face toward a surface (wall or corner, for example) to create indirect, ambient lighting. The chrome, wiring and switch are in excellent condition. Dimensions are 72″ tall x 16″ diameter at the base.
Teak-framed mirror designed by Aksel Kjersgaard (Denmark) opens to give you an expansive vanity mirror experience. The mirror is designed to be hung or it can rest – while opened – on a countertop. Dimensions are 25-9/16″W (closed) and 51-1/8″W (open) x 1-3/4″D x 23-1/2″H.
Large rya area rug or wall-hanging in a neutral palette of brown, black, tan and creams. 100% wool with a heavy backing. Made by Scandinavian Folklore Carpets APS in Denmark. It’s super-clean and includes the original label. Dimensions are 47″ x 63″.
I have a bentwood rocking chair with the name Thonet stamped in back piece…..near perfect condition…few small scuff marks lower side…..would you be interested in purchasing?
Thank you, Kathy. We have two similar chairs in inventory and aren’t looking to add more for now. The Thonet ones are authentic and perhaps more desired. You might have luck reaching out to A Rare Bird or Loft Antiques. Thank you for giving us consideration.
EAMES FIBERGLASS greige
Hey i would like to buy just the shell. Is it possible? Can I get some more pics pls.
The shell will be the same price because we wouldn’t have a use for the base. Email MidModMen@gmail.com and we can send full sized pictures.
Finally made it to your store and loved everything about it! Great experience.
Only question is where am I going to put it?
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We’ll help you figure that out. Thank you for visiting.
Hi , I saw the Geroge Nelson 6832 Sling Sofa . I have been looping for one for a long time . Do you deliberó to Argentina ? Thanks
We can get a shipping quote for you. What city are you in? Thank you.
Just wanted to tell you what an enjoyable shopping experience we had on Friday, Sept. 8th. I found just what I wanted! The owners were helpful and kind (and they love dogs). Will definitely shop there again.
Sara: Thank you for visiting us. We’re happy to hear that we had what you were looking for. And, yes, we do love our dogs!