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If you’re looking for something to brighten up your living space, 28 Galerié carries a selection of vintage decor curated from the collections of artisans and designers. We specialize in providing an eclectic range of hand-picked Mid-Century and Danish Modern furnishings for every home. Our pieces are a harmonious fusion of design and function; characterized by their sleek aesthetics and elegant simplicity.
We carry vintage pieces with a sprinkle of modern knick knacks. Our vintage items are one-of-a-kind treasures—a mix of organic and manmade materials with subtle pops of color. Much of our decor has vivid stories of how and when they were designed, as they are attributed to craftsmen with deep passion for their work. Our items may have slight wear or scuffs due to their age, so feel free to reach out for any inquiries!
WHAT IS MID-CENTURY MODERN?
You may be curious about our love for the MCM (Mid Century Modern) aesthetic. MCM grew in popularity post-World War II, when American designers created furniture out of new materials (aluminum, fiberglass, and molded plywood) that were simple and sleek. The four key tenets of a mid-century modern piece are:
MCM furniture emphasizes basic structures with sleek lines and intersections (think: a dresser with slim peg legs). It requires an understanding of classic furniture craftsmanship to create an MCM piece, coupled with a deep mastery of different materials, proportions, and how humans interact with their surroundings. The furnishings pair well with many artisans’ tastes and are quite light on the eyes.
“Form follows function,” is a mantra to many mid-century architects, as their structures are built with the inhabitant in mind. Pieces are often reused for different, viable purposes; a coffee table makes an excellent nightstand, and a dresser makes a stylish TV module. Functionality is more important than ever, in the quick-paced 21st century world, so being able to arrange your space as practically and comfortably as possible is a huge benefit of MCM design.
American MCM designers embraced the new technologies and materials emerging from World War II and frequently used fiberglass, plywood, aluminum, steel, and plastic laminates in their work. On the other hand, their European counterparts were fond of mixing different woods and leathers to create a distinct retro futuristic look. Designers also liked to expose certain portions of the decor to reveal its base materials, where you can see peeks of glass, steel, and wood of the decor’s skeleton.
Mid-century modern furnishings and accessories have a natural, outdoorsy palette occasionally interrupted by bright accent colors like red or yellow. In keeping with the idea of blending the indoors and outdoors, the MCM palette boasts an array of earthy browns, greens, and grays.
Furniture enthusiasts and regular homeowners alike went manic for mid-century modern decor in the 21st century, causing many contemporary furniture brands to sell furniture resembling the style. While these pieces are not authentic MCM items, they simply draw inspiration from the aesthetic, and that’s perfectly fine! A careful blend of authentic MCM pieces from the 1950s and more modern MCM inspired reproductions make for a lively living space, combining old and new.