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Mid-Century Modern Italian Seating Set, Blue Velvet, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian seating set, blue velvet, 1950s
European.
Two armchairs and one
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Armchair Design Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, 1950s
By Augusto Bozzi, Saporiti
Located in taranto, IT
rare splendid armchair designed by Augusto Bozzi for saporiti , early 1950s.
three-section
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Plywood
Mid-Century P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950
s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
An early edition "P40" Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy.
This iconic model is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Silvio Cavatorta, Pair of Armchairs with Reclining Position, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Comfortable reclining armchairs in rich burgundy upholstery. Characterized by strong metal frames
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Modern Lounge Chairs Attributed to Melchiorre Bega, Italy ca 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Utrecht, NL
Born into a family of furniture makers, Melchiorre Bega represented a leading figure in the Italian
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Two-Tone Armchair in Eco-Leather Attributed to Gastone Rinaldi, 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in taranto, IT
Rare splendid two-tone skai armchair, early 1950s, design often attributed to Gastone Rinaldi, made
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
1950s Pair of White Armchairs White Leather Black Wood
Located in IT
Pair of 1950s armchairs in ebonized wood and white leather. The armchairs are in excellent
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Newly Upholstered Pale Pink Bouclé Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Newly Upholstered Pale Pink Bouclé Armchairs, Mid- Century era.
The structure is made of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
$2,367 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Monumental Italian 1950s Wood Lounge Chair Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1950s Lounge Chair Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich in Lacquered Wood and Linen Seat.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
1950s Italian Franco Albini for Bonacina "Margherita" Rattan Arm Chairs
By Franco Albini, Bonacina
Located in Miami, FL
An iconic pair of “Margherita” rattan armchairs, designed in the 1950s by Italian modernist Franco
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Zanuso Armchairs for Arflex, Model Lady, 1950S
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern pair of Zanuso armchairs for Arflex, Model Lady, 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Gio Ponti for ISA Rare Pair of Ivory Bouclé Armchairs or Lounge Chairs 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Gio Ponti in 1936 and manufactured by ISA Bergamo in the 1950s, rare pair of exquisite
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-century armchair in velvet attr. Ico Parisi, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Parma, IT
Large 1950s armchair attr. to Ico Parisi.
Armchair with large cushion, upholstered in water green
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Armchair manufactured by ISA attributed to Gio Ponti 1950s.
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in bari, IT
This is an elegant Mid-Century style armchair, reminiscent of the refined design and distinctive lines typical of Italian production of the period, such as those associated with ISA ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Nutwood
Set of 4 Sculptural Plywood Armchairs by Malatesta and Mason, 1950s, Mid-Century
By Malatesta and Mason
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Listed is a wonderful set of four Italian sculptural armchairs, produced by Malatesta and Mason in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Green Leather Armchair in the syle of A.Gainsborought, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Distinguished English armchair in the Georgian style, early 20th century, featuring a refined
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Italian
Senior Chairs
/ Lounge Chairs, Marco Zanuso Style, 1950s
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Argelato, BO
Extraordinary pair of Italian "Senior" armchairs, in the style of the great architect and designer
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ladder Back Armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa, c.1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
softly curved ladder backs.
Italian, c.1950's.
Dimensions: H118 x W70 x D62 cm.
Paolo Buffa’s (1903
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Carlo de Carli Model 806 Chairs, Produced by Cassina, Italy, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Carlo de Carli Model 806 armchairs, produced by Cassina, Italy, 1950s. Oak legs with dark grey
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid Century Suspended Bamboo Egg Chair designed by Fratelli Castano, Italy 1950s
Located in Beograd, RS
plush with monstera print. Made in Italy in the 1950s.
The armchair was refinished and the cushion was
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Franco Albini PL19 or Tre Pezzi Armchair in White Wool by Poggi Pavia, 1950s
By Poggi, Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Cascina, Pisa
PL19 also known as Tre Pezzi armchair with black enameled steel tube structure, upholstered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Gio Ponti for ISA Rare Set of Four Ivory Bouclé Armchairs or Lounge Chairs 1950s
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Gio Ponti in 1936 and manufactured by ISA Bergamo in the 1950s, rare set of four
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Emilio Sala
Giorgio Madini Wing Chair in Nobilis Tweed, Walnut, Italy, 1950s
By Fratelli Galimberti Cantù, Nobilis, Emilia Sala and Giorgio Madini
Located in The Hague, NL
silhouette characteristic of 1950s Italian design. Its dramatic high back rises in a gently flared winged
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
1950s Carlo Ratti Italian Midcentury Design Bentwood Chair Set of 2
By Carlo Graffi
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Chairs
Carlo Ratti
Italy, 1950s
Bentwood seat with grey fabric
Black Iron Frame
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Paolo Buffa Mid Century Armchair Red Velvet High Back, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Paolo Buffa mid century armchair red velvet high back 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
$2,320 Sale Price
30% Off
Federico Munari Midcentury Armchairs Bronze Velvet Curved Wooden Feet, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Federico Munari midcentury armchairs bronze velvet curved wooden feet, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century Teddy upholstered Armchairs the style of Gio Ponti, Italy 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of two Armchairs with Tapered Wooden Legs in the Style of Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s
These mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s, Set of 2
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Set of two elegant Italian modernism armchairs with wood turned legs and original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
$10,650 / set
Augusto Bozzi Armchair, Model "Golden", Manufactured by Fratelli Saporiti, 1950s
By Augusto Bozzi, Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
in the 1950s. The curved masonite body rests on a black lacquered iron frame. The armchair is in its
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Paolo Buffa Armchairs, 1950s - New Upholstery
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Paolo Buffa Armchairs, 1950s - New Upholstery
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of armchairs attributed to Gianfranco Frattini in velvet from the 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of armchairs attributed to Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini from the 1960s. Solid teak
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Armchairs Gio Ponti Style, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of midcentury armchairs features the unique design style of Gio Ponti. Two-tone
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plastic, Wood
$5,112 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Pair Armchairs Isa Bergamo 1950s Green Fabric Brass Feet
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-century pair armchairs Isa Bergamo 1950s green fabric brass feet.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
$4,804 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Pair of Steel and Red Faux Leather Armchairs Skay after Hausmann De Sede, 1950s
By Robert Haussmann, De Sede
Located in Roma, IT
-built in Italy during the 1950s, these rare armchairs have a chromed steel frame and red faux leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Wingback Chair, Design and Manufacturing by I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Wingback chair - Design and manufacturing by I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s. The chair comes with it
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Armchairs of the 1950s, Attributed to Melchiorre Bega
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of three armchairs was produced in the 1950s, the design is attributed to Melchiorre Bega
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Two Brown Armchairs in the Manner of Marco Zanuso, Ladychairs, Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Armchairs - Italy, 1950s. This piece is identically constructed to the Lady chair, a design by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Baby Armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1950s
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare "Baby" chair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in the 50's. This lounge chair is very
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Frantisek Jirak for Tatra, 1950s
By Frantisek Jirak
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Frantisek Jirak for Tatra, 1950s - New Uphostery
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 2 Armchairs and Couch, Manufactured by Anonima Castelli Bologna, 1950s
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of armchairs and a sofa was made by Anonima Castelli in Italy in the 1960s. The set
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Rattan Chair Italy in style Roberto Mango 1950s.
Located in KUTNO, PL
rattan.
The armchair fits in with the 1950s trend of using rattan, bamboo, and light structures in
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Chair with Lacquered Brass Legs by Gastone Rinaldi (Attr.) for Rima, Italy 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Utrecht, NL
items from Italian manufacturers look like works of art. This lounge chair exemplifies modern design
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Gio Ponti Ninfea Chairs for Brevetti Reguitti, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Argelato, BO
designer Gio Ponti for the Reguitti company.
Authentic icon of Italian Mid-Century design, the armchairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ico Parisi Curved fabric sofa with brass legs by Isa Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi, ISA Bergamo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
, designed by Ico Parisi, epitomizes the finest stylistic research of the 1950s. Its enveloping lines and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern 802 Armchairs by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern 802 Armchairs by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Armchairs for Minotti Italia, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
.
Designed by Gigi Radice and produced by Minotti, Italy, approx. 1950.
Original velvet upholstery but worn
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
2Oth Century, Ignazio Gardella Pair of Armchairs mod. Digamma for Gavina, 1950s
By Gavina, Ignazio Gardella
Located in Turin, Turin
Ignazio Gardella (1905-1999) was an Italian architect, engineer and designer. His long professional
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Two Wood Club Chairs In The Style of Guglielmo Ulrich, Italy, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1950s set of two club chairs in the style of Guglielmo Ulrich.
Compact and wrapping shaped
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Highback Amrchairs by Orlando Orlandi, Italy, 1950s
By Orlando Orlandi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Highback Amrchairs by Orlando Orlandi, Italy, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Style of Marco Zanuso, circa 1950s, Armchair Lined in Vintage ISA Tissue
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare Zanuso Senior armchair dated 1958 for Arflex, coated with a new padding on 2010 and lined with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
$3,314 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Gold Velvet Upholstered Lounge / Armchairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Modern (1950s) lounge / armchairs with high wing backs and sides
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Two 1950s Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Armchairs Mod. 512 by ISA Bergamo
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These Mid-Century Modern armchairs Mod. 512 designed in the style of Gio Ponti for Isa Bergamo are
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Armchair 1950
s
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This armchair was made in Italy in the estimated 1950s.The simple, clean silhouette is typical of a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$3,100
Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
velvet.
A pair of armchairs is also available
The armchairs measure:
cm W 81 x D 83 x H 86 x S 42.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Wing Chair, Design and Manufacturer I. S. A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian wing chair was manufactured by I.S.A. Bergamo in the 1950s. The armchair has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Velvet High Back Armchairs by Isa, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of armchairs were designed by Gio Ponti and produced by the famous Italian company Isa of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Gianfranco Frattini Chairs Modell 830, 1950s, Cassina, Italy
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This pair of "Model 830" armchairs was designed by Gianfranco Frattini for the Italian company
Category
Antique 1650s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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1950s Italian Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1950s Italian armchairs available for sale. The range of distinct 1950s Italian armchairs — often made from fabric, wood and metal — can elevate any home. We have 2491 antique and vintage 1950s Italian armchairs in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. 1950s Italian armchairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. 1950s Italian armchairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. 1950s Italian armchairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by ISA Bergamo, Paolo Buffa and Gio Ponti are consistently popular.
How Much are 1950s Italian Armchairs?
Prices for 1950s Italian armchairs start at $1 and top out at $137,280 with the average selling for $4,499.
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 Italian 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.
- 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.
- 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 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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