Question 1

How do you identify 1930s furniture?

Accepted Answer

To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.

Question 2

Is maple good for furniture?

Accepted Answer

Yes, maple is good for furniture. Due to its natural beauty, the wood is one of the most popular materials for crafting desks, tables and case goods. Maple is also a dense, strong wood that allows furniture to hold up well to the effects of daily use. In addition, maple holds stain and paint well, freeing furniture makers to top it off with a seemingly endless array of finishes. Find a large selection of maple wood furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Is maple a good wood for furniture?

Accepted Answer

Yes, maple is a good wood for furniture. The hardness and density of the material make for sturdy furniture that can hold up to the effects of regular use. In addition, many people find the natural grain patterns of maple wood to be visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of maple wood furniture.

Question 4

What did brides wear in the 1930s?

Accepted Answer

What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.

Question 5

Did they have record players in the 1930s?

Accepted Answer

Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What did phones look like in the 1930s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

Question 7

How do you identify 1800s furniture?

Accepted Answer

To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.

Question 8

What do you call furniture from the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.

Question 9

What is 1950s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

Question 10

What is 1970s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is ’70s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.

Question 12

What is 1920s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.

Question 13

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

Accepted Answer

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

Question 14

What is 1960s-style furniture called?

Accepted Answer

Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.

1930s Maple Furniture

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Decorative Art

1930s Art Deco Decorative Panel in Wood Marquetry And Ash Frame - Italy

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Night Stands

Pair of Italian Deco Nightstands, Wood, Brass, Glass, Valzania 1930s

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Mid-20th Century Inlaid Desk School Cabinetmaking Bovolone, Verona Period 1930s

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Tables

1930s Italian Parchment and Black Lacquered Dining Table

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Tables

Superb 1930s French U-Base Side Table with Drawer

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

1930s Small Scale Industrial Drafting Table

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

1930s Art Deco Flame-Figured Rosewood Sideboard in the Style of Jules Leleu

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

1930s Art Deco Modernist English Clock

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Art Deco Rationalist Wardrobe by Vezzani, 1930s

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Night Stands

Pair of Night Stands Parchment Wood Valzania. Italian Bed Side Italy, 1930s I

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Console Tables

Art Deco Inlaid Desk or Wall Console Table, circa 1930s

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Night Stands

Art Deco Rationalist Bedside Tables, Italy, 1930s, Set of 2

Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

French Style Art Deco Streamline Set of Six Dining Chairs, circa 1930s

Industrial Maple Rollers, 1930 s

Vintage 1940s Norwegian Tables

1930 s Birdseye Maple Table

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Art Deco Bird s Eye Maple and Rosewood Inlays Sideboard Credenza, 1930 s

Vintage 1930s American Dressers

Beautiful 1930 s Art Moderne dresser

20th Century British Desks

desk 1930 s British modernist

Vintage 1930s American More Furniture and Collectibles

vintage american butcher block circa 1930 s

20th Century Italian Desks

Rosewood Maple Desk, 1930s, Italy

Vintage 1930s French Sideboards

French 1930s Sideboard in Mahogany and Burl Maple

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Russel Wright for Conant Ball "American Modern" Maple Side Chair, circa 1930s

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Eliel Saarinen Designed Credenza Sideboard of Blonde Maple, circa 1930s-1940s

Vintage 1930s Armchairs

Italian Art Deco Pair of Armchairs Bird s-Eye Maples, 1930s

Vintage 1930s British Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

1930 s modernist nest of tables

Vintage 1930s American Quilts

Vintage Handmade "Maple Leaf" Quilt in White and Blue, USA, 1930s

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Musical Instruments

1930 s Polished Aluminum Art Deco Violin

Vintage 1930s Italian Sideboards

Beautiful Italian 1930s Exotic Wood and Maples Burl Sideboard

Vintage 1930s American American Classical Musical Instruments

Antique 1930 s Gretsch Arch Top Acoustic Guitar

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Club Chairs

Art Deco Walnut and Bird s-Eye maple Leather Sofa, circa 1930s

Vintage 1930s French Club Chairs

Pair of French 1930s Club Chairs

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Gueridon

Axel Larsson Round Gueridon Table, Svenska Möbelfabriken, Bodafors, 1930s

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Antique French Art Deco Lounge Chairs New Upholstery Josef Frank Fabric, 1930s

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases

Art Deco Bookcase, Secretaire, circa 1930s

Vintage 1930s American Cabinets

A Pair of 1930s Modular Cherry Custom Made Cabinets

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Fritz Nagel Art Deco Floor Mirror, Austria 1930s Dressing Room Freestanding

20th Century French Art Deco Linen Presses

1930s Jean Royere-Style Maple Lattice Linen Press

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Night Stands

Pair of British Art Deco Bedside Cabinets by Epstein in Birdseye Maple, 1930s

Vintage 1930s American Chairs

1930s Maple Folding Chair from Midwestern Armory, (300 avail)

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Attributed to Russel Wright American Modern Maple Secretaire Snyders, 1930s