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

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

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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 3

What is 1960s-style furniture called?

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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.

Question 4

What did brides wear in the 1930s?

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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?

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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 is Victorian furniture style?

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Victorian furniture often features dark woods with ornate carvings, heavy luxurious fabrics and often features natural images. Painted and gilded accents add to the luxe feel. From 1830 to 1890, during the reign of Queen Victoria, this very ornate style was popular with a great mix of other styles. Shop a collection of Victorian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is Sheraton style furniture?

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Sheraton is a neoclassical style of furniture, popular in late 18th-century England, that typically mixes several types of wood in one piece. Its name was coined by 19th-century collectors and dealers to credit Thomas Sheraton, considered one of the 18th century’s big three furniture designers, alongside Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite.

Question 8

What is Japanese-style furniture?

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Japanese-style furniture is furniture done in the style of traditional Japanese pieces. It often includes materials like bamboo, wood, rice straw and paper. You may also see furniture produced by Japanese designers and artisans described with the term. Find a range of Japanese-style furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is Chippendale style furniture?

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Chippendale style furniture are pieces in the style of British cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale (1718–79), whose wares were usually separated into three categories: Gothic, Rococo and Chinese.

Question 10

What is the classic furniture style?

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The classic furniture style draws inspiration from design styles of the past, such as neoclassical and Baroque. Also called traditional style, the classic style often features ornate details, such as button-tufted upholstery, nailhead trim and carved or turned legs. Dark woods like walnut, oak and rosewood are commonly used to produce classic furniture. Explore a wide variety of traditional furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is Jacobean style furniture?

Accepted Answer

Jacobean style furniture is a term that defines all English style furniture from the time of King James to that of King James II. Furniture in this style tends to have a certain 3D fullness and often features deeply carved wood. Embellishments include marine motifs as well as mother-of pearl.

Question 12

Is tufted furniture in style?

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Tufted furniture is in style. It's considered a timeless look, meaning it never really goes out of style. Tufted sofas and bed frames are still extremely popular.

Question 13

Is antique furniture in style?

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Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.

Question 14

What is Rococo style furniture?

Accepted Answer

Rococo style furniture is characterized by the flowing lines, gilded detailing and unparalleled femininity of the Rococo movement that originated in France during the 1730s. This movement is synonymous with King Louis XV’s reign, which explains its opulence and level of detail. However, unlike Baroque style furniture, which lasted throughout the whole 18th century, Rococo had a lightness and whimsy to it.

Question 15

What is Tuscan style furniture?

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Tuscan-style furniture is a term for case goods, seats, tables and other types of furnishings inspired by the architecture and design of Tuscany, Italy. Pieces often feature natural materials and have rustic distressed finishes. Shop a range of Tuscan-style furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is traditional furniture style?

Accepted Answer

Traditional furniture style is a term commonly used by interior designers to describe furniture with a classic look. Many traditional pieces have ornate details like turned legs and crown molding and are often made from dark woods like oak, walnut and rosewood. Designers working in the traditional style often draw inspiration from antique furniture produced during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture and other traditional furniture.

Question 17

What is Gothic-style furniture?

Accepted Answer

Gothic-style furniture is the term for furnishings produced during the Gothic period, which lasted from the mid 12th through the late 16th centuries. Like the architecture of the time, Gothic furniture typically features ornate details, such as highly detailed wood carvings. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Gothic-style furniture.

Question 18

What are some French furniture styles?

Accepted Answer

Some popular French furniture styles of the 19th century include Directoire, Empire and Restoration. The Regency style popular from 1715 to 1730 is also well known. Many styles share their names with the monarchs who ruled during the period. Examples include the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of French furniture.

Question 19

What is Baroque style furniture?

Accepted Answer

B aroque style furniture is dramatic, extravagant and detailed and was heavily influenced by the Catholic Church in Italy, where the movement was born in the late 17th century. Baroque was specifically for the wealthy and noble classes and made use of rich and lavish materials including gilded bronze, velvet and silk. Because Baroque style was very heavy and dramatic, typical Baroque color schemes were mostly jewel tones, red and gold.

Question 20

What is Biedermeier style furniture?

Accepted Answer

Biedermeier-style furniture is a type of furniture that emerged from Germany during the 19th century. The pieces were the antithesis of the opulent French designs of the time, displaying clean, simple lines and forms that emphasized functionality. Furniture in this style became popular again in the 1970s. Shop a selection of Biedermeier-style furniture on 1stDibs.

1930s Style Furniture

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs

Early California Rancho Style Monterey Furniture Lounge Club Chair c 1930 s

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sofas

California Modern Rancho Style Sofa by the Monterey Furniture Company c. 1930 s

Early 20th Century Jacobean Secretaires

1930s Rockford Furniture Jacobean Style Handcrafted Secretary Desk

Vintage 1930s American Rococo Stools

1930’s French Rococo Louis XV Style Lacquered Green Vanity Stool

Vintage 1930s American Louis XV Game Tables

1930 s Antique French Louis XV Style Leather Poker Table / Game Table

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

1930’s Danish Alfred Christiansen Style chairs

20th Century American Chaise Longues

1930 s style chaise.

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

1930’s Art Deco Chase Style Lamp

Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Dining Room Tables

French Provincial Style Dining Table C. 1930 s

Vintage 1930s French Regency Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

1930 s French Brass Candelabra Style Sconces, PAIR

Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

French Provincial Style Painted Armoire C. 1930 s

Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Dining Room Tables

French Provincial Style Bleached Dining Table C. 1930 s

Vintage 1930s Spanish Spanish Colonial Dining Room Tables

Spanish Style Refractory Table w/ Leaf Extension C. 1930 s

Vintage 1930s English Adam Style Chandeliers and Pendants

1930’s Crystals Chandelier

Vintage 1930s American Colonial Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Beautiful Pair of 1930 s colonial style outdoor/indoor sconces

Vintage 1930s French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

1930 s French Empire Style Scalloped Chandelier

Vintage 1930s Spanish Spanish Colonial Dining Room Sets

Bleached Picnic Style Dining Table W/ Benches C. 1930 s

Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Turkish Rugs

1930 s Southwestern-Style Storm Kilim Rug

Vintage 1930s French Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

1930’s French Empire Style Bronze Sconces

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Modernist Style Painting by American Artist Raymond O Neill, 1930 s-1940 s

Vintage 1930s Sporting Art Photography

Set of 26 Ski Photographs, 1930 s Style

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Pair of Lightning Art Deco Desny Style Table Lamps French 1930 s

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Art Deco Venetian Style Wall Mirror C. 1930 - 1950 s

Early 20th Century American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

1930 s Southwestern-Style Crystal Kilim Rug

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

1930 s silver plated sconces in the style of Jacques-Emile Ruhlman

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Abercrombie Fitch Clock Art Deco Rear View Mirror Style 1930 s

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

1930 s Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style

Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

1930 s Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style

Mid-20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

1930 s Persian Mahal Carpet with Modern Style

Early 20th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

1930 s Persian Mahal Carpet with Traditional Style

Early 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

1930 s Glass Brass Lantern in Style of Fontana Arte

Vintage 1930s French Children s Furniture

20th century French Louis XVI style Set of Wooden Doll Furniture, 1930s

Vintage 1930s American Queen Anne Cabinets

Romweber Style Queen Anne Burl Wood Bookcase or Bar Cabinet, Circa 1930s

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

1930 s Rare Parcel-Silvered Art Deco Bauhaus Mushroom Style Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Persian Rugs

1930’s Persian Turkoman Carpet with Tribal Style

Vintage 1930s Finnish Bauhaus Coat Racks and Stands

Bauhaus-style 1930’s Chrome-Plated Tubular Steel Coat Rack

Early 20th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Antique English Georgian Style Mahogany Break Front Bookcase, Circa 1920-1930 s.

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

1930’s Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style

Early 20th Century Turkish Aesthetic Movement Turkish Rugs

1930 s Turkish Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style

Mid-20th Century Turkish Spanish Colonial Turkish Rugs