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Pair of Swedish Easy Chairs, 1950s
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A great pair of Swedish easy chairs, early 1950s. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin
1950s, 1 Italian Lounge Club Chair by Aldo Morbelli for Isa Bergamo
By ISA Bergamo, Aldo Morbelli
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
1950s, extremely rare easy chair designed by Aldo Morbelli for Isa Bergamo Italy still in original
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Mohair His
Hers Easy Chairs Attributed to Fritz Hansen, c. 1950
s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
This fabulous set of "Mr. and Mrs." lounge chairs attributed to Fritz Hansen features a subtle
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech
French Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
1950s uniquely made French easy chair with fabric covered cushioned seat and back.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
$7,300
Guillerme et Chambron Pair of
Bridge
Armchairs, 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, France, 1950s
These sculptural easy chairs are designed by Guillerme and Chambron. The duo is known
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Reclining Upholstered Easy Chairs, 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchairs, striped and green-blue fabric and wood, Denmark, 1950s.
This stately and well
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Giuseppe Scapinelli Pair of Sculptural Lounge Chairs
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
.
Elegant pair of easy chairs by Brazilian designer Giuseppe Scapinelli. This chair in Caviuna wood exposes
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Rosewood
PK22 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1950
s
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This PK22 lounge chair was designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured for E. Kold Christensen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
De Coene Lounge Chair in Sheep Wool
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
De Coene Art Deco easy chair, Belgium 1950s, newly upholstered in natural sheep wool
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Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, red fabric and metal, Italy, 1950s.
Large easy chairs with beautiful metal wire
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oak Danish Cabinetmaker Easy Chair, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This unique easy chair is a great representation of the quality and craftsmanship of Danish master
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Danish Wingback Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather and Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, pine, leather, Denmark, 1950s
This easy chair, crafted in Denmark, features
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Scandinavian Modern Wicker-Back Chairs Ilmari Tapiovaara 1950 Finnish Modern
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking 1950s wicker-back easy chairs by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara.
Extremely rare and
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Rare Iconic Rattan Chairs Designed by Dirk Van Sliedrecht for Rohe Noordwolde
By Rohe Noordwolde, Dirk Van Sliedregt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Couple of basket wicker easy chairs, 1950s, steel tubing hair pin legs, painted black. Measures
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Easy Chair in Mongolian Shearling, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
As this easy chair showcases, European furniture designers of the 20th century often used a
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak and Pink Upholstery
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, pair of easy chairs, pink fabric, oak, France, 1950s
A sculptural pair of
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Cabinetmaker Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, stained beech and plush, Denmark, 1940s-1950s.
These easy chairs with
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Karl Drabert Daybed / Easy Chair / Chaise in Red 1950s, Germany
By Drabert
Located in Berlin, DE
Karl Drabert daybed / easy chair 1950s, Germany
Easy chair with an adjustable frame of metal
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Guillerme
Chambron Carved Solid Oak Chairs
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, beige to brown fabric, oak, rope, France, 1950s
These sculptural easy chairs are
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Cabinetmaker Stained Beech Easy Chairs, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of mid-century easy chair is a great example of the unification of comfort and delicate
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Easy Chairs by Joseph-André Motte, France, 1950s
By Joseph-André Motte, Steiner
Located in Almelo, NL
Interesting pair of easy chairs, designed by Joseph-Andre´ Motte, France 1950s.These well made
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Easy Chairs by Joseph-André Motte, France, 1950s
By Joseph-André Motte
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Interesting pair of easy chairs, designed by Joseph-André Motte, France 1950s.
These well made
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Pair of "Trienna" Easy Chairs by Carl-Axel Acking, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Natural leather and oak. Designed in 1957. Shown at the Triennale in Milan in 1957, since then referred to as the "Trienna". Produced by NK Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Joseph Andre Motte for Steiner France Lounge Chair, circa 1955, Restored
By Joseph-André Motte, Steiner
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A French 1950s classic easy chair by Joseph Andre Motte for Steiner
We restored this lounge
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Original Pair of Rattan Easy Chairs of the 1950s
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This great pair of rattan easy chairs is a design of the 1950s.
These easy chairs are low and wide
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet Upholstery and Brass Feet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of easy chairs, green velvet, metal, brass, Italy, 1950s
This pair of comfortable easy chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Guillerme
Chambron Armchair in Oak and Purple Fabric
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, easy chair, purple fabric, and oak, France, 1950s
This sculptural easy
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very good condition, original upholstery in very good condition.
Signed.
Global front door shipping: $495.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Pair ‘Safari’ Easy Chairs by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely pair ‘Safari’ easy chairs by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1950s. This set features
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Chair with Ottoman, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original upholstery. The oak frame has been refinished. Signed.
Produced by Getama, Denmark, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Two Fritz Neth for Correcta, Armchair Lounge Easy Chair, 1950s, Germany
By Fritz Neth, Correcta
Located in Telgte, DE
Fritz Neth for Correcta, armchair lounge easy chair, 1950s, Germany
Set of two chair of the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak, Cane
Eva and Nils Koppel "Model 781" Easy Chair for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark 1950s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Eva
Niels Koppel
Located in Utrecht, NL
this lovely “Model 781” easy chair - with their organic shapes, wooden structure, and brightly coloured
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Giuseppe Scapinelli Pair of Armchairs
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
.
Elegant pair of easy chairs by Brazilian designer Giuseppe Scapinelli. This chair in embuia wood exposes
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Bruno Mathsson "Eva" Easy Chair in Birch and Leather, Sweden, 1950s
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare easy arm chair designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Firma Karl Mathsson Värnamo in 1959
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Rare Boucle Easy Chair by Jan Vanek for Krásná Jizba, 1950s
By Jan Vanek
Located in Wien, AT
Rare Boucle armchair by Jan Vanek for Krasna Jizba from the 1950s, manufactured in former
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Hemp, Oak, Coconut
Vintage 1950s Real Red Leather Balloon Easy Chair by Hans Olsen for LEA, Denmark
By Hans Olsen, LEA AS
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
:
1950s
This chair was designed by Hans Olsen and manufactured in LEA A/S in Denmark in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Guillerme
Chambron
Denis
Armchair in Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, 'Denis' armchairs, green fabric, oak, France, 1950s
This sculptural easy
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme
Chambron
Denis
Armchair in Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, 'Denis' armchairs, fabric, oak, France, 1950s
This sculptural easy chair
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Danish Easy Chairs in Grey Fabric and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchairs, teak, oak, foam and fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
This pair of easy chairs has teak
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Oak, Teak
Pair of Italian Turquoise Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Set of two armchairs, designed and produced in Italy in the 1950s.
These easy chairs has been
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Guillerme
Chambron Carved Set of Oak Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacques Chambron and Robert Guillerme, easy chairs, beige fabric, oak, France, 1950s
This
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme
Chambron Carved Solid Oak Chairs
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, beige to off-white fabric, oak, rope, France, 1950s
This sculptural easy chair
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Sturdy Italian Lounge Chairs in Oak
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of easy chairs, oak, leather and upholstery, Italy, 1950s
These Italian easy chairs are
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme
Chambron Pair of Lounge Chairs in Soft Pink Upholstery
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, pair of easy chairs, pink fabric, oak, France, 1950s
These sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Lounge Chairs in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, easy chairs, fabric and oak, France, 1950s
This sculptural set of easy
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair Compass Leg Upholstered Chairs, France, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
1950's French pair of easy chairs with compass design legs in teak.
The compass legs are more
Category
Vintage 1950s French Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Giuseppi Scapinelli Brazilian Caviuna Highback Chair
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppi Scapinelli, lounge chair in caviuna wood and beige curduroy, 1950s, Brazil.
Elegant easy
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
French Pair of Solid Oak Lounge Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chairs, pink fabric, oak,, France, 1950s
These sculptural easy chairs are part of the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme
Chambron Carved Solid Oak Club Chair
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacques Chambron and Robert Guillerme, easy chair, yellow fabric, oak, France, 1950s
This
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Lounge Chair
Petronille
in Stained Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, lounge chair, structured beige fabric, stained oak, France, 1950s
This
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Four Red Guillerme and Chambron Solid Oak Chairs
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jacques Chambron and Robert Guillerme, easy chairs, red fabric, oak, France, 1950s.
These
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
French Lounge Chair in Carved Solid Oak and Dark Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, green fabric and oak, France, 1950s
This sculptural easy chair was designed in
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Special Listing for S: Illum Wikkelsø Set of Four Lounge Chairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, lounge chairs, cane, mahogany, leather, Denmark, 1950s
This set of easy chairs by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Guillerme et Chambron Rare Set of Air France Armchairs
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
sculptural easy chairs by Guillerme and Chambron are very well executed and made out of solid, carved blond
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Two French Sculptural Rope Armchairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of two armchairs, rope, oak, black metal, France, 1950s..
This sculptural set of easy chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Armchairs in Red Velour
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of two armchairs, red velour upholstery, wood, Italy, 1950s
Two classic easy chairs with soft
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
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1950s Easy Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1950s easy chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every 1950s easy chair was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1950s easy chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1950s easy chair, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1950s easy chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Guillerme et Chambron and Pierre Jeanneret produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a 1950s Easy Chair?
The average selling price for a 1950s easy chair at 1stDibs is $4,513, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $208,033 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About 1950s Easy Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between an armchair and an easy chair lies in the specificity of the terms. In living room furniture nomenclature, an armchair is any upholstered chair framed by a pair of arms. The term easy chair usually refers to a large armchair with comfortable cushioning. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of easy chairs and other armchairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank 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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