Question 1

What is the best wood for rustic furniture?

Accepted Answer

The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What is a 1940s style dress?

Accepted Answer

The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What dresses were popular in the 1940s?

Accepted Answer

A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What did Ladies Wear in the 1940s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.

Question 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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 12

Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?

Accepted Answer

Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

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.

1940s Rustic Furniture

Vintage 1940s Spanish Spanish Colonial More Candle Holders

Spain Colonial Rustic Candle Holder Pair in Scrolling Forged Iron 1940s Vintage

Vintage 1930s French Rustic Floor Lamps

Charles Dudouyt Era Unique Design Solid Oak Floor Lamp French Rustic-Chic 1940s

Vintage 1940s Indian Rustic Benches

Waiting Bench, 1940s

Vintage 1940s Hungarian Rustic Industrial and Work Tables

Pine kitchen island, 1940s

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Stools

Mesquite Stool, 1940s, Mexico

Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Ceramics

Mezcal Jar from Oaxaca, 1940s

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Stools

Mesquite Stool, 1940s, Mexico

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Stools

Mesquite Stool 1940s Mexico

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Stools

Mesquite Stool 1940s Mexico

Vintage 1940s Dutch Rustic Cupboards

Large Dutch Pine Cupboard, 1940s

Mid-20th Century English Candelabras

Pair of English Rustic Antler Three-Arm Candelabra from the 1940s

Vintage 1940s Hungarian Rustic Dressers

Dresser with 8 Drawers, 1940s

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Benches

Selection of Nautical Campaign Benches circa 1940s

Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Bottles

Glass Bottle, 1940s, Mexico

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Pine Chest of Drawers, 1940s

Vintage 1940s Hungarian Rustic Cupboards

Vintage Pine Glass Cupboard Cabinet, 1940s

Vintage 1940s Dutch Rustic Stools

Wooden Stool, 1940s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Industrial French Factory Cart Table, circa 1940s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Cabinets

Cerused Gouge-Carved Oak Cabinet, France 1940s

Vintage 1940s Chinese Rustic Tables

Vintage Wooden Coffee Table, Black Matt Finish, Shandong, 1940s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Set of 4 French Rush + Oak Dining Chairs, 1940s

Vintage 1940s Spanish Rustic Wall Mirrors

Large Woven Wicker Round Braided Mirror, Spain, 1940s

Vintage 1940s Swedish Rustic Cabinets

Rare pine cabinet in style of Axel Einar Hjort, Sweden, 1940s

20th Century French Rustic Apothecary Cabinets

1940s French Industrial Cabinet

Vintage 1940s Czech Rustic Industrial and Work Tables

1940s Czech Carpenter’s Table

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

1940s French Concrete Planter

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Buffets

French Oak Shopcounter, 1940s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Industrial and Work Tables

1940s French Patinated Wood Table

Vintage 1950s French Rustic Chairs

Pair of French Regionalist Armchairs from the 1940s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Jars

1940s Black Glazed Terracotta Jar

Mid-20th Century French Rustic Armchairs

Four Elm Rush Chairs by Courtray, France 1940s

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Pottery

Ceramic Water Pot from Oaxaca, circa 1940s

Early 20th Century American Rustic Nautical Objects

Early 20th Century Wood and Brass Monumental Ship Model, circa 1940s

Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Industrial and Work Tables

1940s Belgian Wooden Shop Counter on Wheels

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Stools

Rustic Old Hickory Bar Stool c. 1940 s

Vintage 1940s European Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Rustic Rectangle Coffee Table, Wabi-Sabi, Burned Effect, 1940 s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Stools

Rustic Design Tripod Rush Stool, France 1940 s

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dining Room Tables

Rustic Wooden Dining Table, Patina, Craftsmanship, Wabi-Sabi, France, 1940 s

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Lounge Chairs

1940s American Rustic Wide Paddle Arm Maple Lounge Chairs

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Pedestals