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.

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.

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 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 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.

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 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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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner GE-270 Danish Teak Lounge Armchair, 1950s

$3,000

1950s, Danish vintage armchair, light brown cotton/wool, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish design, armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Cotton, Oak

1950s, Danish vintage armchair, light brown cotton/wool, oak wood.

$1,771

Danish Oak Paper Cord Armchairs by Viggo Hardie-Fischer, 1950s

By Sorø Møbelfabrik

Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län

Set of six church armchairs designed by Viggo Hardie-Fischer, manufactured in Denmark by Sorø

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Papercord, Oak

Danish Oak Paper Cord Armchairs by Viggo Hardie-Fischer, 1950s

$3,949 / set

Vintage Armchair in Oak Seagrass, Made by Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s

By Fritz Hansen, Frits Schlegel

Located in Odense, DK

Rare vintage armchair in solid oak and hand - woven seagrass. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in

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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

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Seagrass, Oak

Vintage Armchair in Oak Seagrass, Made by Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s

$1,600

Danish Modern Teak Armchair by Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1950s

By Gustav Bertelsen, Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Asaa, DK

Elegant and stately armchair in solid teak with original leather upholstery. Danish craftsmanship

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Armchair by Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1950s

$1,016

Set of Sigvard Bernadotte Teak Armchairs for France and Son, Denmark, 1950s

By Sigvard Bernadotte, France Søn

Located in Haderslev, DK

Amazing Danish design and craftsmanship by France & Son late 1950s. Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Set of Sigvard Bernadotte Teak Armchairs for France and Son, Denmark, 1950s

$3,830 / set

1950s Pair of Danish Vintage Leather Armchairs by Mogens Hansen

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of Danish vintage leather armchairs, these were made by Mogens Hanen, they date

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather

1950s Pair of Danish Vintage Leather Armchairs by Mogens Hansen

$3,431 / set

Vintage Danish Teak Armchair by Arne Vodder for Vamo 1950s

By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish teak armchair by Arne Vodder for Vamo PV Sønderborg, Denmark 1950s Rare Danish mid

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Armchair by Arne Vodder for Vamo 1950s

$1,735

Folke Ohlsson for DUX Danish Modern Teak Armchair, circa 1950s

By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden

Located in Peabody, MA

Teak armchair with curved back designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, made in Sweden, circa 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Folke Ohlsson for DUX Danish Modern Teak Armchair, circa 1950s

$1,795

Vintage Danish Teak Armchair by Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen 1950s

By Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Gustav Bertelsen

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish Teak armchair by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Gustav Bertelsen 1950s. Danish Mid

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Armchair by Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen 1950s

$1,137

Vintage Danish Teak Armchair Reupholstered in Bute Fabric, 1950s-1960s

Located in Hitchin, England

A good early Danish stamped teak armchair reupholstered in new Bute Fabric with a refurbished re

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Armchair Reupholstered in Bute Fabric, 1950s-1960s

$1,647

1950s, Pair of Vintage Danish Armchairs, Original Very Good Condition

Located in Tarm, 82

Danish vintage chairs from the 1950s, in very good original condition. No smells. Original green

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

1950s, Pair of Vintage Danish Armchairs, Original Very Good Condition

$1,867 / set

Original Vintage Hans Wegner GE290 Armchair for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hitchin, England

An original iconic Hans J. Wegner GE290 Oak framed armchair Designed in the late 1950s and produced

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Original Vintage Hans Wegner GE290 Armchair for GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s

$2,539 / item

Frits Henningsen Armchair in Linen Fabric by Pierre Frey, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Utrecht, NL

craftsmanship from every angle. The voluptuous curved armrests give a distinctive design to the armchair and

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Frits Henningsen Armchair in Linen Fabric by Pierre Frey, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

$6,900

Set of 2 Armchairs by Hans Olsen, Danish Modern, 1950s, Reupholstered in Kvadrat

By Hans Olsen

Located in Wrocław, Poland

This beautiful set of two Armchairs comes form Denmark and was made around 1950s. Model 107

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Beech, Teak

Set of 2 Armchairs by Hans Olsen, Danish Modern, 1950s, Reupholstered in Kvadrat

$2,992 / set

1950s Danish Teak Armchair by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

By Hvidt Mølgaard

Located in London, GB

A stunning and very rare Danish vintage teak armchair, this was designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Teak

1950s Danish Teak Armchair by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

$3,020

Pair Danish Teak Armchairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

A sleek pair of Danish 1950's teak armchairs with loose seat and back cushions flanked by

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Teak

Pair Danish Teak Armchairs

$5,625

Armchair by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s

By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik

Located in Antwerp, BE

Gorgeous armchair designed by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Rosewood

Armchair by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s

$2,393

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair 1950s Danish White

By Finn Juhl, John Stuart

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a phenomenal, Danish teak armchair, with white leather upholstery, by

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair 1950s Danish White

$2,500

1950s, Danish design by Fritz Hansen, armchair with stool, wool, reupholstered.

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish design by Fritz Hansen. Completely renovated-reupholstered armchair with stool

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

1950s, Danish design by Fritz Hansen, armchair with stool, wool, reupholstered.

$2,633 / set

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair Ottoman 1950s Danish

By John Stuart, Finn Juhl

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration are a magnificent, Danish teak armchair and ottoman, newly reupholstered in

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair Ottoman 1950s Danish

$8,500 / set

Armchair in Solid Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Mid Century, 1950s

Located in Odense, DK

hours of relaxation. This Danish Modern armchair is a true gem from the mid-century modern era

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Armchair in Solid Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Mid Century, 1950s

$1,800

1950s, Danish Design, Armchair, Teak Wood, Velour, Original Condition

Located in Tarm, 82

Original Danish design from about 1950s, lounge armchair. Teak wood. Furniture velour with nice

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Teak

1950s, Danish Design, Armchair, Teak Wood, Velour, Original Condition

$1,508

Danish Retro Leather and Rosewood Armchair by Hans Olsen Vintage, 1950s

By Hans Olsen

Located in London, GB

A stunning original leather and Rosewood armchair by Hans Olsen, this was made in Denmark and dates

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Danish Retro Leather and Rosewood Armchair by Hans Olsen Vintage, 1950s

$2,608

Scandinavian Design Armchair in the Style of Nanna Ditzel, Denmark, 1950s

By Nanna Ditzel

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful Danish design armchair in the style of Nanna Ditzel. This armchair is re-upholstered in

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Teak

Scandinavian Design Armchair in the Style of Nanna Ditzel, Denmark, 1950s

$2,094

An Exceptional Pair of Danish 1950 s Rosewood Colonial Chairs; Designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, 1949

By Ole Wanscher

Located in San Francisco, CA

An exceptional pair of Danish 1950's rosewood 'Colonial' chairs; designed by Ole Wanscher for P

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

An Exceptional Pair of Danish 1950 s Rosewood Colonial Chairs; Designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, 1949

$18,250

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 'Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s New upholstery.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Fabric

Pair of Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear" Armchairs for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950s

$39,498

Danish Modern Armchairs by Hans Olsen for Bramin, 1950s. Set of 2.

By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Modern Armchairs by Hans Olsen for Bramin, 1950s. Set of 2. Pair of Danish Mid-Century

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Danish Modern Armchairs by Hans Olsen for Bramin, 1950s. Set of 2.

$1,430 / set

Safari Chair Kaare Klint Denmark, 1950s

By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint

Located in London, GB

Rasmussen during the 1950s.This leather "Safari" or " Campaign" chair was designed by Danish architect

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Leather

Safari Chair Kaare Klint Denmark, 1950s

$3,706

Pair of Ib Kofod Larsen 1950 s chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Pair of beautifully crafted 1950's Ib Kofod Larsen chairs with original black leather upholstery

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Ib Kofod Larsen 1950 s chairs

$5,800

Sculptural Danish Modern Lounge Chairs, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Westport, CT

Set of lounge chairs in the style of Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, circa 1950s. Sculptural walnut

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Sculptural Danish Modern Lounge Chairs, 1950s

$8,800 / set

Turquoise Armchair Art Nouveau Style, 1950s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Turquoise stylish armchair in Art Nouveau style comes from Scandinavia from the 1950s. Armchair

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Vintage 1950s Danish Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Cotton, Mahogany

Turquoise Armchair Art Nouveau Style, 1950s

$1,020

Finn Juhl FD-133 teak armchair for France Daverkosen, Denmark, 1950s

By France Daverkosen, Finn Juhl

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

A beautiful "Spade" lounge chair designed by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen in 1953. This chair represents a significant milestone in the history of furniture design as it was amo...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Finn Juhl FD-133 teak armchair for France Daverkosen, Denmark, 1950s

$4,129 / set

Armchair Model AP16 Designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stockholm, SE

Armchair model AP16 designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen. Denmark, 1950s. Oak and leather

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Armchair Model AP16 Designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s

$8,378

Dan Johnson "Viscount Chairs", Denmark, 1950s

By Dan Johnson

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of "Viscount Chairs" designed by Dan Johnson. Produced in Denmark, 1950s. Restored. Espresso

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Dan Johnson "Viscount Chairs", Denmark, 1950s

$4,200 / set

Danish Teak Black Leather Armchair by Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen 1950s

By France Daverkosen, Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen, John Stuart Inc.

Located in Southampton, NJ

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen / Model 189 Armchair for France & Daverkosen and distributed in the

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Danish Teak Black Leather Armchair by Tove Edvard Kindt-Larsen 1950s

$950

Mid Century Modernist Shearling Walnut Chair, Denmark 1950s

Located in Aspen, CO

Denmark 1950's Modernist Chair with Walnut Legs Restored & Reupholstered in Shearling

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Walnut

Mid Century Modernist Shearling Walnut Chair, Denmark 1950s

$6,400

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

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hitchin, England

An original iconic pair of Hans J. Wegner GE290 Oak framed armchairs. Designed in the late 1950s

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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

$5,285 / set

Danish Midcentury Armchair by Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stole Fabrik, 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen, Korup Stolefabrik

Located in Breda, Netherlands

A typical Kai Kristiansen design style on this elegantly cut dining chair. Kristiansen selected his typical backrest and armrest connected to the backlegs construction. We call this ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Naugahyde, Teak

Danish Midcentury Armchair by Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stole Fabrik, 1950s

$544

Danish Mid-Century Oak and Teak Easy Chair, Denmark, 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

today. This small armchair is the perfect illustration of Danish design, and the work of a true

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Oak, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Oak and Teak Easy Chair, Denmark, 1950s

$8,800

AX Chair, Hvidt Mølgaard, Denmark, 1950s

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen

Located in London, GB

. This chair was made during the 1950s for Fritz Hansen. The designs of Hvidt & Mølgaard were strongly

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Beech, Teak

AX Chair, Hvidt Mølgaard, Denmark, 1950s

$3,569

High-Back Wing Chair, Anonymous, Denmark, 1950s

Located in Stockholm, SE

High-back wing chair, anonymous, Denmark, 1950s. Mahogany and horsehair. Measures: H: 110.5 cm

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Mahogany

High-Back Wing Chair, Anonymous, Denmark, 1950s

$6,277

Spanish Chair Model nr 2226 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark, 1950 s

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Fredericia furniture, Denmark, circa 1950s. This chair in solid oak and cognac leather is a well-known

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Spanish Chair Model nr 2226 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark, 1950 s

$5,625

Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs with Exposed Stained Beech Arms, Denmark 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

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs with Exposed Stained Beech Arms, Denmark 1950s

$12,500 / set

Danish Cabinetmaker Oak Easy Chairs with Carved Legs, Denmark ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The Danish mid-century is more than just about design. Today, these pieces belong in the realm of

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Oak Easy Chairs with Carved Legs, Denmark ca 1950s

$6,600

Danish Cabinetmaker High-Back Chair with Stained Beech Arms, Denmark, 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

like wood. This is especially true for Denmark, and this beautiful high-back chair is a great

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker High-Back Chair with Stained Beech Arms, Denmark, 1950s

$6,650

Peter Hvidt FD-146 Armchair, circa 1950s

By France Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt

Located in London, England

Teak armchair produced by France & Daverkosen, Denmark. Reupholstered in yellow Kvadrat Hallingdal

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Peter Hvidt FD-146 Armchair, circa 1950s

$2,333

Midcentury Arm Chair, Made in Denmark 1950s

By Hvidt Mølgaard

Located in Lejre, DK

Arm chair in patinated leather designed and made in Denmark. Great condition.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Paint

Midcentury Arm Chair, Made in Denmark 1950s

$5,000

1950s Mel Smilow Danish Modern Woven Rush and Walnut Armchair for Smilow-Thielle

By Mel Smilow

Located in Miami, FL

Designed in 1956 by Mel Smilow, this armchair in walnut with a woven rush seat and back. In

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rush, Walnut

1950s Mel Smilow Danish Modern Woven Rush and Walnut Armchair for Smilow-Thielle

$1,000

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Armchairs, circa 1950s

Located in Norwalk, CT

Great pair of Scandinavian armchairs, fully restored. New upholstery and refinished teak wood legs

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Teak

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Armchairs, circa 1950s

$4,100 / set

1950s Armchair by Nanna Ditzel

By Nanna Ditzel, Søren Willadsen

Located in Hägersten, SE

Armchair model "83a" designed by Nanna Ditzel. Produced in Denmark by Soren Willadsen in the 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

1950s Armchair by Nanna Ditzel

$2,154

Set of 2 Model 42 Arm Chairs, Erik Kirkegaard, Høng Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1950 s

By Erik Kirkegaard

Located in Deland, FL

's that is ready for a lifetime more of use. Erik Kirkegaard (1929-1986) was a renowned Danish

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Teak

Set of 2 Model 42 Arm Chairs, Erik Kirkegaard, Høng Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1950 s

$3,395

Teak Danish Grete Jalk Model 118 Armchairs by France and Daverkosen, 1950s, Pair

By Grete Jalk

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautiful set of vintage teak wooden model 118 lounge chairs. The armchairs are designed by Danish

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Linen, Teak

Teak Danish Grete Jalk Model 118 Armchairs by France and Daverkosen, 1950s, Pair

$4,787 / set

Danish Design Rocking Senator Chair by Ole Wanscher for France Søn, 1950 s

By Ole Wanscher, France Søn

Located in Breda, Netherlands

The designation 'senator' is not superfluous for this chair. With a frame so beautifully crafted in solid teak it breathes pure strength and quality. Wanscher designed this chair in ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Faux Leather

Danish Design Rocking Senator Chair by Ole Wanscher for France Søn, 1950 s

$4,105

Danish Gray Armchairs by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk, 1950s, Set of 2

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen

Located in Breda, Netherlands

Stunning pair of fully reupholstered Danish lounge chairs designed by Kurt Olsen from the mid-1960s

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Gray Armchairs by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk, 1950s, Set of 2

$4,524 / set

Danish Cabinetmaker Easy Chairs with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark Ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Perhaps the most significant achievement of Danish designers and cabinetmakers, at the height of

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Easy Chairs with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark Ca 1950s

$9,950 / set

1950s Orla Molgaard Nielsen Style Boucle Upholstered Armchair

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Located in Miami, FL

Wonderful Mid-Century 1950s Danish tufted and bouclé upholstered barrelback armchair with a low

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Teak

1950s Orla Molgaard Nielsen Style Boucle Upholstered Armchair

$1,950

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s Danish armchair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and fabric, every 1950s Danish armchair was constructed with great care. Find 1545 options for an antique or vintage 1950s Danish armchair now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the 1950s Danish armchair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1950s Danish armchair made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl and Fritz Hansen each produced at least one beautiful 1950s Danish armchair that is worth considering.

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A 1950s Danish armchair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,788, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $100,585.

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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 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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