In addition to restored mid-century and made-in-Minnesota furniture, MidModMen+friends carries an extensive selection of modern and eclectic home decor.
Vintage art glass by Viking Glass, Blenko, Murano, Iittala, Kosta Boda, Aseda and others. Tabletop accessories and decor by Dansk, Nissen, Denby, Hall China, Pyrex and others. Functional ceramics made by well-regarded names from Italy, Germany and the United States like Bitossi, Red Wing and Marshall Studios (Martz). Stylish barware by Culver, Fred Press, Iittala, Queens Lustreware and more. Textiles from Vera Neumann, Pendleton, Faribo and Orr Health along with imports from Scotland, Ireland, England and Finland.
Below is a small sampling of what’s currently available. We add and subtract items as our offering evolves, so check back – and visit the store – often. Shipping in the United States is possible for some smaller items. Please inquire by text or email.
“Violets” garden sculpture created by Isabel Bloom circa 1980s. Created in cement. This is a retired design and the rare large size. DIMENSIONS: 9”W x 11”D x 14”H.
Vera Neumann is renowned for her vibrant designs that were applied, most notably, to textiles. We rescued fabric panels from a vintage Vera linen tablecloth and created two 24′ square pillows. Each pillow is faced with the Vera fabric and backed with a matching solid green fabric. The inserts are feather and down. Two pillows available.
We created these oversized accent pillows using virgin vintage fabric with a bold, graphic design. These 20″ pillows have feather-down fill and are available as a pair.
We hand-pick our selection of glassware and bar accessories for quality and style. You’ll be proud to give it as a gift or to use it with your most particular guests. The selection is ever-evolving, and you’ll find the greats like Culver, Iittala, Kimiko, Fred Press, Culver, Libbey, Hazel Atlas and others. (Sorry, but shipping is not available.)
Franciscan Starburst salad-dessert sized plates. There are 20 available, all in excellent condition with no chips. Priced individually, so buy as many as you need.
Mesa was a popular dinnerware pattern made from 1990 to 2004 by Dansk. The design inspiration is the American Southwest, with a palette of sky blue, turquoise, terracotta and white sand. The durable stoneware pieces are microwave and dishwasher safe. Each place setting (top center picture) includes a dinner plate, salad plate, soup/salad bowl, cup and saucer.
Mesa was a popular dinnerware pattern made from 1990 to 2004 by Dansk. The design inspiration is the American Southwest, with a palette of sky blue, turquoise, terracotta and white sand. The durable stoneware pieces are microwave and dishwasher safe. Available pieces: set of 2 berry bowls, covered tureen, large teapot, chip/dip sets new in box (2 available), large serving bowl, medium serving bowls (2 available), salt & pepper sets (2 available), creamer, mugs (10 available).
Twenty-three piece Mediterannia ‘Dominique’ dinnerware set made by Mikasa. Distinctive geometric pattern in olive green and black contrasts with a clean white background. The set has four 5-piece placesettings: dinner plate, salad/dessert plate, bowl, cup and saucer. Extras are a sugar and creamer set and a large chop plate. All are in excellent condition. This set is dishwasher safe.
Dansk Odin stainless steel flatware line is the work of design powerhouse Jens Quistgaard. The Odin line is so emblematic of modernism that the Metropolitan Museum of Art has it in its permanent collection. We have a large selection of Odin, all forged in Japan with 18/8 stainless steel and satin finish.
SET 8 five-piece place settings: dinner fork, salad fork, teaspoon, soup spoon, knife | $995 FOR 40-PIECE SET
SET 8 iced tea spoons | $595 FOR 8-PIECE SET
SET 9″ serving spoon and fork | $145 FOR 2-PIECE SET
SET 2 butter spreaders in package | $80 FOR 2-PIECE SET
SINGLE 9″ serving spoon | $50
SINGLE butter spreader | $40
Available for inspection in the store. We will not separate an item that’s part of a set. Optional U.S. shipping is available.
Vintage Blenko Glass salad set in the Lotus design: large serving bowl, four individual bowls and two-piece serving spoons with acrylic handles.
Large teak serving tray from Dansk circa 1970s gallery rails. Cleaned and reconditioned with butcher block oil. DIMENSIONS: 18″W x 14″D x 1-3/4″H. We have many other Dansk and Scandinavian design serving pieces in the store.
This is the 1-1/2 quart sized refrigerator dish with lid from one of Pyrex’s most popular vintage patterns. In excellent condition with crisp pattern in turquoise.
Golden Hearts 2-1/2 quart covered casserole by Pyrex, officially called the Deluxe Cinderella casserole and introduced in 1959 as a promotional item. In excellent condition with no chips/cracks and only very minor signs of use. DIMENSIONS: 8 3/4”W x 13”L.
Vintage glass bowls from the Flora line by legendary Finnish designer Oiva Toikka (1931-2019). The set includes a 9-1/2″ serving bowl and one 4″ individual bowl. Both have the original Iittala stickers and are in excellent condition.
Whirl-A-Way Model HC-1G server keeps beverages hot. It was rescued from a long-defunct St. Paul pharmacy, where it once presided over the lunch counter. It features a two-sided lighted sign that reads “Delicious Hot Chocolate.” There is a heavy duty electrical cord and a metal heating element on which you can place a metal or tempered glass heat-proof pot. Deep-cleaned and in excellent working condition.
Handsome vintage bookends in the style of brutalist designer Paul Evans. They have complex, sculpted relief faces and brass bases. DIMENSIONS PER PIECE: 4-1/2″W x 5-1/2″H.
World globe made circa 1960s by the George F. Cram Company. The classic 12” globe portion still has rich color and shows intricate details. It spins on a metal axis and is illuminated by a low wattage bulb controlled by a line switch. The base is what truly sets it apart. There is a pair of bronze-toned cast metal Atlas figures, mounted on walnut, holding up the ringed globe. DIMENSIONS WITH BASE: 15”L 12“D x 16”H.
This pair of ultra lightweight wood clubs hark back to club-swinging exercises with origins in India and Persia. This pair is signed by the maker or owner, J. Bowman, and dated 1914. DIMENSIONS: 19-1/4″H.
Art Nouveau era blended majolica jardiniere from Weller Pottery. The design depicts mermaids in the water. In excellent condition with small traces of mineral residue. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 9-1/2″H
Viking Glass was one of the most favored decorative glass brands, creating pieces in a range of styles and colors. We’ve expanded our selection of Viking Glass in the store, from popular designs like the Epic bowl series to less commonly available ones like animal figures. Shown are pieces that are representative of what we’re likely to have. The selection changes as items sell and we add more. Pricing and information in the store only, please.
Organically shaped Blenko IceFloe candleholders circa 1977 created by Don Shepherd (American 1930-2002), an architect and industrial designer noted for his work with Blenko and later at Herman Miller. Available in medium and large sizes.
Mid-century pottery from Marshall Studios, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz. These pieces have an incised design with matte textured gray glaze (Glaze #35). Each piece is hand-signed on the bottom. LIGHTER: M147-35-1 | 5-1/2” high. PLATE: P58-147-35-1 | 6” square.
Colorful greeting cards from the My Pals series by artist Joel Itman, with each card based on an original colored pencil drawing. All are blank inside and come with matching envelopes. Printed in Italy. CARD DIMENSIONS: 6.7″ x 4.4″.