Mid-Century Modern Culture

06.09.08

Polaroid SX-70 Film by the Eames

It presents the simple joy of photography and, without hyperbolizing or talking down to its audience, gives a comprehensive explanation of how the camera works. It wasn’t until the end that I learned that it was made by the Eames, but I probably should have known within the first few seconds.

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10.08.08

Tulip Table and Panton Chairs

“ new dining table ”, recently submitted to our photo group by m.bibelot .

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29.07.08

House and Pool

“ untitled ”, recently submitted to our photo group by inspiringdecor When it comes to architectural photography, nothing makes a home more appealing than one with a pool shot at dusk, the interior lights and building lines reflected in the water. I know there are hundreds of images like this one.

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09.07.08

Erik Nitsche, Graphic Designer

“ Fortune, February 1954 ”, recently submitted to our photo group by the Erik Nitsche Design Archive ...See also: “The Reluctant Modernist” by Steven Heller.

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21.05.08

Eames LCW and LTR

“ LCW ”, recently submitted to our photo group by quangdiggity . Also pictured: the LTR (Low Table Rod).

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30.04.08

Eames RAR Rocker and Modernpast Terrarium

“ rock my little world. ”, recently submitted to our photo group by sfgirlbybay The keen-eyed sfgirlbybay captured this wonderful terrarium that I've ogled many times at the excellent Modernpast in San Francisco's charming Glen Park neighborhood. I think I've just reached my max adjectives per sentence.

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20.04.08

Office with Bertoia Chair and Floating Desk

“ tidy ”, recently submitted to our photo group by UNIFORM Studio

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03.03.08

Eames Molded Plastic Rocker (RAR)

“ love my rocker ”, recently submitted to our photo group by Danny Brooms ...» More Eames Rocker pics from the MCM Flickr Group

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27.02.08

John Curran's New York Loft

“ Sad to leave our baby... ”, recently submitted to our photo group by John Curran

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28.01.08

Mid-Century Modern Motif: Leaves

Norwegian collector and crafter Janne Bråthen beautifully compiled nine leaf patterns typical of mid-century modern design. See also her fantastic christmas cards .

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16.12.07

Mod Dot Dress on “Pushing Daisies”

I don’t expect to cover a lot of fashion on this site, but I thought this pattern worn last week by TV’s Anna Friel as Charlotte “Chuck” Charles warranted mention....

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14.12.07

Calgary Dining Room

swedish guy’s dining table, recently submitted to our Mid-Century, Modern Group by The 10 cent designer Technorati Tags: Eames

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