Mid Century Modern Art - Geometric, Clean-Lined Design

Mid Century Modern Art - Graphic Shapes & Optimistic Colour

This collection focuses on the hallmarks of mid century modern design for Australian interiors today. Expect crisp geometry, sun-warmed palettes and simple, confident layouts that feel timeless alongside timber furniture, terrazzo and linen textures. Distinct from vintage or retro posters, these artworks emphasise clarity, proportion and modern minimal composition.

What is Mid Century Modern Art?

Mid century modern art grew from the post-war design movement that championed functionality, clean lines and honest materials. On the wall, that translates to geometric motifs, flat planes of colour, balanced negative space and minimal ornament. Curves meet straight edges, circles meet arches and stripes, and colours lean warm and optimistic such as coral, mustard, ocean blue and sand. Frames are deliberately simple in natural oak or smooth matte white to support the graphic statement without distraction.

Popular Mid Century Modern Framed Art Prints

Customer favourites combine graphic clarity with lively colour for living rooms, dining zones and entryways.

• Barbiecore Pool - crisp lines and playful pinks that pop against natural timber.
• Glampool 3 - stacked geometry and cool aqua tones for a chic, graphic focal point.
• Red & White Striped Pool - bold linear rhythm that energises hallways and dining spaces.
• Orange Boho Sun Arch - radiant arch forms and warm mid century colour that pair with oak and rattan.

How to Style Mid Century Modern Art

Living & Bedrooms

Anchor the room with a single A1 or A0 hero above a sofa or bed. Natural oak frames echo teak and walnut furniture, while smooth matte black adds crisp definition to strong geometry.

Dining & Entryways

Hang two A3 or A2 prints in a neat row for balance. Pair a striped piece with a circular or arch motif to create tension and harmony.

Palette & Materials

Limit the scheme to three or four colours. Layer linen, wool and ceramic textures, adding a single brass or black accent for contrast.

Choosing Sizes & Frames

• A4 & A3: Ideal for gallery walls, shelves and compact spaces.
• A2 & A1: Balanced scale for living rooms, bedrooms and dining areas.
• A0: A bold statement centrepiece for open-plan interiors.

Explore Related Collections

After tonal simplicity and soft shapes? Browse Abstract. For bright contemporary colour, see Modern & Contemporary. Prefer heritage posters and retro type? Explore Vintage.

Handcrafted in Australia with Eco-Sustainable Timber Frames

Each print is produced in our Sydney studio on premium 230 gsm matte paper with archival inks. Frames are crafted from sustainably sourced solid timber and fitted with real glass or clear, gallery-grade acrylic glazing for durability and clarity. Your artwork is carefully finished and delivered ready to hang.

Custom Frame Quality - Backed by a Lifetime Guarantee

Printing and framing are managed in-house to ensure true custom frame quality and colour accuracy. Every framed print is protected by our lifetime guarantee for long-term enjoyment in your home.