Skip to main content

1950s Italian Chair

to
230
1,989
924
2,957
6
6
2,312
42
29
16
8
5
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
5
1
2,950
12
2
2,845
10
1
14
2,324
42
7
2
1,704
1,645
1,133
553
399
2,891
2,851
15
13
6
2,942
2,937
2,939
131
76
72
61
59
Sort By
Pair of Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari Armchairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of typical Chiavari chairs with armrests was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the city of
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Satin, Beech

Pair of Melchiorre Bega Wing Chairs, 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Elegant pair of wing chairs, designed by Melchiorre Bega in the 1950s. Both chairs are made with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid Century Modern Black Metal Dining Chairs Style Carlo di Carli, Italy 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern three ( 3 ) dining room chairs very similar to the design by Carlo di Carli in
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Mid-Century Modern Italian Chiavari Sofa, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with armrests was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the city of Chiavari in Italy, where
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Satin, Beech

Vintage MIM Armchair, 1950s
By Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Roma, IT
Italiana Moderne, (MIM) was an Italian furniture company that in the 50s and 60s made a strong contribution
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950’s High-Back Fauteuil, Reupholstered in a Blue and Mauve Velvet
Located in Beerse, VAN
This elegant high-back lounge chair is a striking example of mid-century design, combining iconic
Category

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

Materials

Velvet

Burgundy Skai, Brass and Metal Lounge Chair, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This lounge chair features a varnished metal frame with brass details and a
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Blue Skai and Wood 1950s Armchair
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This armchair was produced in Italy in the early 1950s. It is made from a wooden structure with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Foam, Wood

Set of 3 Mid-Century Bamboo Chairs With Fan Backs Italian Design 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 3 Mid-Century bamboo and rattan chairs with fan backs Italian design 1950s Intact and in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of 1950s Italian canary yellow occasional armchairs
Located in London, GB
A delightful pair of Italian 1950s occasional walnut armchairs newly upholstered in canary yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern 1950s Style Italian Lounge Chair Sophia in Orange
Located in London, GB
The Sophia chair was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of reupholstered 2 Gio Ponti Chairs, Model 803, Cassina 1950s
By Cassina, Gio Ponti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Rare Pair of reupholstered Gio Ponti Armchairs, model «803» Manufactured by Cassina Italy, 1954
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Faux Leather

Medea office chair by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy 1950s
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 1950 / office chair / Vittorio Nobili / Medea / Fratelli Tagliabue / bentwood, metal / Mid
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Chairs, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
This pair of midcentury chairs features the unique design style of Gio Ponti. Two-tone upholstery
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Mid-Century set of six dining chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa. Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Catania, CT
Elegant set of six dining chairs crafted in dark-stained wood, featuring refined lines and
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Guglielmo Veronesi for Isa Bergamo, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Amsterdam, NL
which gives this comfortable club chair a luxurious and stylish overall impression, typical for Italian
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Bentwood chairs by Carlo Ratti, Industria Legni Curvati, Italy 1950s.
By Carlo Ratti, Industria Legni Curvati
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian chair model was designed in the 1950s by Carlo Ratti for Industira Legni Curvati
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari Sofa and 2 Armchairs 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This set of typical Chiavari chairs and a sofa with armrests was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Satin, Beech

Set of 8 Fine 1950s Italian Dining Chairs in the style of Carlo Pagani
By Carlo Pagani
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of eight Fine Italian Mid-Century Chairs with a gondola shape (very comfortable), in the manner
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchair for Minotti, 1950s. Velvet
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Armchair designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet covering and polished brass legs. Original upholstery.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Six of Edmondo Palutari for Dassi Mid-Century Italian Teak Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi, Edmondo Palutari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
restored and covered with a new hemp fabric, similar to the original, Italy, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hemp, Teak

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Located in Buchanan, NY
A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian sidechairs in green leather with wicker backs and brass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Marco Zanuso, Pair of Senior Chairs, 1950s and matching pair of ottomans
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Marco Zanuso, Pair of Senior Chairs, originally designed 1951, these examples likely dating from
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of Two Medea Chairs by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of two Medea chairs by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy 1950s. These iconic
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Carlo Di Carli six chairs 1950s.
By Carlo di Carli
Located in bari, IT
Queste sedie da pranzo di Carlo di Carli degli anni ’50 incarnano il design italiano di metà secolo, presentano eleganti strutture in noce con gambe svasate e linee sinuose, che rapp...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pier Luigi Colli set of two chairs in Wrought Iron and velvet 1950s
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in bari, IT
Pair of chairs or dressing chairs/bedroom chairs attributed to the renowned Italian designer and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chrome Lounge Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a beautiful Italian set of lounge armchairs, circa the 1950s. These
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Swivel Green Office Chair by Umberto Mascagni, Italy, 1950s
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Midcentury swivel green office chair by Umberto Mascagni made in Italy in the 1950s. The vinyl used
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Set of 2 Italian Solid Brass Chiavari Chairs from 1950s Salmon Red Upholstery
By Chiavari
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of two solid brass Italian Chiavari dining chairs with tall backs.
Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Pair of Easy Chairs in Red Velvet and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, velvet, brass, Italy, 1950s These chairs are iconic examples of Italian
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Renato Venturi for MIM, 1950s
By Renato Venturi
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Renato Venturi for MIM, 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of the 1950s Lacquered Walnut Side Chairs Melchiorre Bega Attributed
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Vigonza, Padua
A pair of mid-20th century lacquered mahogany side chairs, Melchiorre Bega attributed. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Italian dark crimson velvet brass 1950s Wingback armchair
Located in Varese, Lombardia
bulk, the chair has a light and elegant design thanks to the slim profile of the curved armrests and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Melchiorre Bega Set of 6 European Cherry Wood Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of 6 Mid-Century Modern dining chairs in light European cherry wood by renowned Italian
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Set of Six Vintage Beech and Brass Dining Chairs with Goldenrod Fabric, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s - 1950s. These chairs feature a beech frame with brass and bronze details
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1950s Studio BBPR Chairs for Arflex with Black Iron Frame and White Skai
By Arflex, Studio BBPR
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a captivating pair of vintage chairs from the 1950s, These chairs are a beautiful nod
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 2 Italian Sidechairs in Two-Tone Original Vipla Covering, Cassina, 1950s
By Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of two chairs was produced in the 1950s by the Italian company Cassina. Both chairs are
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Gio Ponti, Wingback / Lounge Chair, White and Blue Fabric, Oak, Cassina, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in High Point, NC
Cassina, Italy, 1950s. Wooden legs present with light areas of wear consistent with age and use Overall
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Italian Mid-Century Lounge Chair in Cherry Wood with Blue Cushions
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, brass, cherry, fabric, Italy, 1950s This chair is a stunning example of modern
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

‘Minoletta’ Lounge Chairs by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, 1950s
By Saporiti, Augusto Bozzi
Located in amstelveen, NL
Lounge chairs mod. ‘Minoletta’ by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1950s. These beautiful seats
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Mid-century dining chairs, made by Consorzio Sedie Friuli, Italy 1950s
By Consorzio Sedie Friuli
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set consists of 4 chairs from the Italian manufacturer Consorzio Sedie Friuli. The wooden
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Italian Beech and Green Velvet Traveling Stool, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian beech and velvet traveling stool, 1950s. Rocking stool that can be folded as preferred
Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Paolo Buffa Six Sculptural Dining Chairs, Olive Green Velvet, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Culver City, CA
These chairs are absolutely stunning. Attributed to Italian designer and architect Paolo Buffa
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Carlo de Carli Lounge Chair in Italian Walnut for Singer and Sons
By Carlo di Carli, M. Singer Sons
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Italian Lounge Chair, designed by Carlo de Carli for Singer and Sons, Italy, circa
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Gilt Lyre Chair
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Italian 1950s gilt iron lyre chair.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Fratelli Podestà, 8 Dining Chairs Campanino 900 Model, Chiavari, 1950s
By Fratelli Podestà
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A beautiful and rare set of eight dining chairs ''Campanino 900'' model, manufactured by Fratelli
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Set of Six Danish Chairs 1950s Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Manner
By Hvidt Mølgaard
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Set of six Danish chairs vintage 1950s Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen manner. Wooden
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Swivel desk chair by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima in white boucle, Italy, 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Vigevano, PV
Swivel desk chair by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima in white boucle, Italy, 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Gio Ponti Velvet Lounge Chairs in Walnut Brass for M. Singer and Sons, 1950s
By M. Singer Sons, Gio Ponti
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Italian architect Gio Ponti and produced for M. Singer
Category

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

Materials

Brass

An exceptionally rare mahogany recliner crafted in Italy during the 1950s"
Located in Oirlo, LI
An exceptionally rare and elegant reclining lounge chair from 1950s Italy, crafted from lacquered
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Gastone Rinaldi DU55 Armchair for Rima, Italy, 1950s, New Mohair Upholstery
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An early DU55 armchair by Gastone Rinaldi, 1950s, Italy. A very nice example with wood legs and
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 S88 Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956, Italy
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Italy, chairs, 1950s, collector's item These 6 folding chairs are a once-in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Italian Design Reclining Chestnut Armchair 1950s Shaped Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury Italian design reclining chestnut armchair 1950s shaped wood. Original fabric but
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Chestnut

Pair of Pink Italian Midcentury Armchairs Paolo Buffa Style, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Delicious set of pink painted wood frames lounge chairs or armchairs with deep seat. Upholstered
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage Gio Ponti Style Italian Ladder Back Chairs 4
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exceptional set of four tall ladder back dining side chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, c
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Stylish Pair of Mid-Century Modern High Back Wing Chairs, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
with mahogany legs. Italy, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet, Mahogany

Pair of Vintage Brass and Red Velvet Chiavarine Chairs, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. These chairs feature a brass frame and are upholstered in red velvet. These
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "1950s Italian Chair", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

1950s Italian Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1950s Italian chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, every 1950s Italian chair was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a 1950s Italian chair, we have 4214 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1950s Italian chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1950s Italian chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one 1950s Italian chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gio Ponti, Cassina and Osvaldo Borsani produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1950s Italian Chair?

Prices for a 1950s Italian chair start at $1 and top out at $79,000 with the average selling for $4,543.

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 Italian Chair
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.