What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is 1950s furniture called?

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.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

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.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

1950s Danish Armchair

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Thor Larsen

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Original Pair of Vintage Hans Wegner GE290 Armchairs for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s

$5,276

Danish Cabinetmaker Stained Beech Easy Chairs, Denmark, ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

small armchair is the perfect illustration of Danish design, and the work of a true cabinetmaker

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Stained Beech Easy Chairs, Denmark, ca 1950s

$8,850

Danish Armchair in Original Olive Green Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Armchair, walnut, leather, Denmark, 1950s This elegant armchair in olive green leather and walnut

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Walnut

Danish Armchair in Original Olive Green Leather

$850

Fritz Hansen-Style 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

By Fritz Hansen

Located in London, England

Lounge chair produced in Denmark, in the 1950s and attributed to Fritz Hansen. The legs are stained

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen-Style 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

$6,166

Mid-Century Modern Wythe Craft Pair of Armchairs Ottoman 1950s Danish Style

By Wythe-Craft

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a wonderful pair of black lacquered armchairs, with white upholstery, by

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Wythe Craft Pair of Armchairs Ottoman 1950s Danish Style

$2,200

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Westport, CT

Danish modern lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Wood fully restored. Newly upholstered in grey

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Denmark, 1950s

$6,000

Armchair by Grete Jalk for Glostrup Møbelfabrik, 1950s

By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk

Located in The Hague, NL

Grete Jalk armchair for Glostrup Møbelfabrik. The gorgeous sculpted armrests are the highlight of

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Armchair by Grete Jalk for Glostrup Møbelfabrik, 1950s

$790

Danish Reclining Upholstered Easy Chairs, 1950s

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Armchairs, striped and green-blue fabric and wood, Denmark, 1950s. This stately and well

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Reclining Upholstered Easy Chairs, 1950s

$3,950

“The Prague Chair” by Madsen Schubell, Denmark, 1950s

By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Vik Blindheim

Located in Utrecht, NL

This famous model, the “Pragstolen” (literally: The Prague Chair) by Danish designer duo Madsen

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood, Oak

“The Prague Chair” by Madsen Schubell, Denmark, 1950s

$10,500

Ib Kofod-Larsen Style Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Westport, CT

Stunning pair of Scandinavian modern lounge chairs in the manner of Ib Kofod-Larsen. Sculptural walnut frames fully restored, newly upholstered in taupe linen.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Ib Kofod-Larsen Style Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1950s

$6,800

Mid Century Scandinavian Lounge Chair, 1950 s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning lounge chair designed and produced in Scandinavia, 1950's. It has a very comfortable

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Mid Century Scandinavian Lounge Chair, 1950 s

$4,743

Scandinavian Modern Hans Wegner Papa Bear Armchair, circa 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear chair "Bamsestolen" mid-20th century, with teak arms and legs, re-upholstered in vibrant yellow Kvardrat wool fabric. One of the most iconic and ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Scandinavian Modern Hans Wegner Papa Bear Armchair, circa 1950s

$17,831

Hans Wegner The Chair, Model JH501, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Westport, CT

Hans Wegner's iconic round chair, model JH 501, made by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1949. Commonly

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Hans Wegner The Chair, Model JH501, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s

$10,000

"FD 151" chair by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark, 1950s

By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France Daverkosen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very good condition, new upholstery. Produced by France & Daverkosen, Denmark, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Rattan

"FD 151" chair by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark, 1950s

$7,132

Set of 3 Dining Chairs Model 236 by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 3 Dining Chairs Model 236 by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 3 Dining Chairs Model 236 by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1950s

$2,852

Nanna Ditzel Classic Vintage Scandinavian Model 83 Armchairs in Oak 1950s

By Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel

Located in Dallas, TX

1950s. Not only is it rare to find a matching pair in the U.S., but we also have the coordinating Vita

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Mid-20th Century Danish Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Nanna Ditzel Classic Vintage Scandinavian Model 83 Armchairs in Oak 1950s

$12,000

Bjørn Wiinblad, Armchair, Made at Nässjö Stolefabrik, Mid Century Modern, 1950s

By Bjørn Wiinblad, Nässjö Stolfabrik 1

Located in Odense, DK

Rare vintage beauty by Danish Ceramic Artist Björn Wiinblad, made for Nässjö Stolefabrik in Sweden

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Bjørn Wiinblad, Armchair, Made at Nässjö Stolefabrik, Mid Century Modern, 1950s

$2,200

Rare Pair of Model 350 Armchairs by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard, 1950s

By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Located in Skokie, IL

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard rare pair of model 350 armchairs for Soborg Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Cane, Rosewood

Rare Pair of Model 350 Armchairs by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard, 1950s

$2,500

1950s Ole Wanscher PJ 412 Armchair in Mahogany - Choice of Upholstery

By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Comfortable Ole Wanscher model PJ 412 mahogany armchair. The comfortable armchair has been

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1950s Ole Wanscher PJ 412 Armchair in Mahogany - Choice of Upholstery

$1,307

1950s Ole Wanscher PJ 412 Armchair in Mahogany and Black Leather

By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Comfortable Ole Wanscher model PJ 412 mahogany armchair featuring new black leather upholstery on

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1950s Ole Wanscher PJ 412 Armchair in Mahogany and Black Leather

$832

Acton Schubell Ib Madsen Pragh Wingback Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1950s

By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell

Located in The Hague, NL

The rare 'Pragh' wingback chair was designed by Acton Schubell and Ib Madsen in the early 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Acton Schubell Ib Madsen Pragh Wingback Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1950s

$11,887

CH35 Chairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Son, Denmark, 1950s

By Carl Hansen Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Antwerp, BE

An amazing pair of CH35 chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Son, Denmark, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

CH35 Chairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Son, Denmark, 1950s

$7,429

1950s Set of Two Restored Erik Buch Armchairs in Teak, Custom Upholstery

By Odense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of two Erik Buch armchairs in teak. The chairs have been Checked and refinished by our

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

1950s Set of Two Restored Erik Buch Armchairs in Teak, Custom Upholstery

$2,020

1950s, Danish vintage relax chair in green fabric, original condition.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish design. Original relax chair in green fabric. Good condition: no smells and no stains

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1950s, Danish vintage relax chair in green fabric, original condition.

$1,521

Eva and Nils Koppel "Model 781" Easy Chair for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark 1950s

By Eva Niels Koppel, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Utrecht, NL

surprise as the couple ran one of Denmark’s most prominent architectural firms and designed a number of

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Eva and Nils Koppel "Model 781" Easy Chair for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark 1950s

$6,600

1950s Model TV161 Easy Chair Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark

By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler

Located in Hitchin, England

A model TV161 easy chair designed by Hans Olsen, manufactured by Bramin, Denmark 1957

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

1950s Model TV161 Easy Chair Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark

$2,261

Vintage 1950s Real Red Leather Balloon Easy Chair by Hans Olsen for LEA, Denmark

By LEA AS, Hans Olsen

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

: 1950s This chair was designed by Hans Olsen and manufactured in LEA A/S in Denmark in the

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1950s Real Red Leather Balloon Easy Chair by Hans Olsen for LEA, Denmark

$1,664

1950s Ole Wanscher Set of Two PJ 412 Armchairs in Mahogany and Brown Leather

By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of two comfortable model PJ412 mahogany armchairs designed by Ole Wanscher for P.Jeppesens

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1950s Ole Wanscher Set of Two PJ 412 Armchairs in Mahogany and Brown Leather

$1,812

1950s Axel Bender Madsen and Ejnar Larsen Model 4205 Armchair in Birch Fabric

By Fritz Hansen, Aksel Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen

Located in Knebel, DK

Model 4205 armchair designed by Ejnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark in

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

1950s Axel Bender Madsen and Ejnar Larsen Model 4205 Armchair in Birch Fabric

$832

1950s Th.Harlev Model 213 Armchair in Teak and Black Leather by Farstrup Møbler

By Farstrup, Thomas Harlev

Located in Knebel, DK

Armchair in teak and leather designed by TH Harlev for Farstrup Møbler in 1958. The chair is well

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950s Th.Harlev Model 213 Armchair in Teak and Black Leather by Farstrup Møbler

$297

Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs by Harbo Sølvsten 1950s, Set of 2

By J.C.A. Jensen, Knud Andersen

Located in Asaa, DK

Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs by Harbo Sølvsten 1950s, Set of 2. Pair of Danish mid-century

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs by Harbo Sølvsten 1950s, Set of 2

$3,328

PK22 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1950 s

By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

during 1960 in Denmark. The chair features a matt chrome-plated steel base with very beautiful black

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

PK22 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1950 s

$4,636

Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for K. Ivan Schlechter, Denmark, 1950s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Stockholm, SE

Lounge chair by Arne Vodder in a small, neat design. Upholstered with sheepskin.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for K. Ivan Schlechter, Denmark, 1950s

$12,481

Mid-Century 1950s Danish Leather Sling Hoop Balloon Chair Hans Olsen

By Hans Olsen

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Suede and Enameled Steel Balloon or Hoop Armchair, Design by Hans Olsen for LEA. Early and

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Mid-Century 1950s Danish Leather Sling Hoop Balloon Chair Hans Olsen

$1,600

Danish Fifties Wingback Chair

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Armchair, orange to red wool upholstery, beach, Denmark, 1950s. This yellow upholstered armchair

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Fifties Wingback Chair

$3,650

Pair of Grete Jalk Model 118 armchairs in Teak for France Daverkosen, 1950s

By France Daverkosen, Grete Jalk

Located in Hellouw, NL

Charming pair of Grete Jalk Model 118 armchairs in teak and fabric for France & Daverkosen from

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Grete Jalk Model 118 armchairs in Teak for France Daverkosen, 1950s

$6,122

1950s Th.Harlev Model 213 Armchair in Teak and Black Leatherette Farstrup Mobler

By Farstrup, Thomas Harlev

Located in Knebel, DK

Model 213 Armchair in teak and leather designed by TH Harlev for Farstrup Møbler in 1958. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

1950s Th.Harlev Model 213 Armchair in Teak and Black Leatherette Farstrup Mobler

$475

1950s Set of Two Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Armchairs in Teak and Green Fabric

By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

knife chair has a light, elegant and timeless design with it´s curved armrests and oblique angles and

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1950s Set of Two Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Armchairs in Teak and Green Fabric

$3,387

Flamingo Armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Allerum, SE

Pair of Danish 1950s armchairs 'Flamingo' designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1955. Reupholstered in

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Flamingo Armchairs by Arne Wahl Iversen

$8,000

Lounge Chair, Model 166, Designed by Ole Wanscher for France Son, 1950s

By France Søn, Ole Wanscher

Located in Lejre, DK

Lounge chair, model 166, designed by Ole Wanscher in the 1950s for France & Son. The chair is in

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Lounge Chair, Model 166, Designed by Ole Wanscher for France Son, 1950s

$1,720

1950s Armchair, Denmark

By Viggo Boesen, Märta Blomstedt, Fritz Hansen, Flemming Lassen

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A wonderful, comfortable and substantial armchair, Denmark, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

1950s Armchair, Denmark

$8,907

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchair in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime between

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

$6,509

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchair in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime between

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

$6,509

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchair in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime between

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

$6,783

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchairs in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

$7,194

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchair in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime between

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchair

$6,783

Børge Mogensen Oak Dining Armchairs, Model 3235, Denmark, 1950 s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Austin, TX

allow chairs to nestle fully underneath a table. Denmark, 1950's

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Børge Mogensen Oak Dining Armchairs, Model 3235, Denmark, 1950 s

$5,200

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchairs in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs

$11,991

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Boucle Armchairs

Located in London, England

A pair of Danish cabinetmaker 1950s lounge chairs reupholstered in luxurious cotton-wool blend off

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Boucle Armchairs

$11,648

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

High-backed vintage armchairs in the manner of Flemming Lassen, produced in Denmark sometime

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs

$14,389

Arne Vodder Armchair in Original Leather, Denmark, 1950s

By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Arne Vodder armchair in original brown patinated leather, produced by Ivan Schlechter, Denmark

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Arne Vodder Armchair in Original Leather, Denmark, 1950s

$6,029

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Lounge Armchair, 1950s

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Sharp looking lounge chair with two additional pillows in black vinyl.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Lounge Armchair, 1950s

$1,450

Hans Wegner CH-28 Oak Sawbuck Armchair, 1950s, Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A super example of the Classic Hans Wegner CH-28 sawbuck armchair. Oak frame, with lovely grain

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner CH-28 Oak Sawbuck Armchair, 1950s, Denmark

$4,933

Beautiful Pair of Danish Armchairs, Denmark, 1950s Birch and Cognac Leather

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Danish armchairs made of solid birch, come with nice cognac leather cushions.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Beautiful Pair of Danish Armchairs, Denmark, 1950s Birch and Cognac Leather

$4,800

Danish Modern Børge Mogensen "BM62" Armchair by P. Lauritsen Søn, 1950s

By P. Lauritsen Son 1, Børge Mogensen

Located in Odense, DK

Vintage Danish Modern armchair in oak and rattan cane designed by Danish designer Børge Mogensen in

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Danish Modern Børge Mogensen "BM62" Armchair by P. Lauritsen Søn, 1950s

$3,566

Pair of Safari Armchairs Designed by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1950s

By Kaare Klint

Located in Stockholm, SE

Pair of Safari armchairs designed by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1950s. Ash and original leather

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

Pair of Safari Armchairs Designed by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1950s

$2,627

Mid-Century Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Boucle Armchair / Lounge Chair

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

Beautiful chair with round shapes and extreme seating comfort. Reupholstered with a Bouclé fabric, the seat can be zipped off.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Mid-Century Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Boucle Armchair / Lounge Chair

$1,783

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Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

Questions About 1950s Danish Armchair

What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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