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1950s Style Italian Sofa in Soft Pink Velvet
Located in London, London
Unusual shaped sofa
1950s style
Soft tone pink velvet
Turned conical legs
Measures
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Angle Sofa Feather Cushions Velvet Upholstery Vintage Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
An angle sofa, springs padding, feather cushions and velvet upholstery. Manufactured in Italy
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Feathers
Midcentury Crimson Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This sofa upholstered in its original synthetic crimson fabric, which has a wool finish.
The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Sofa Special Shape Italian Design 1950s Brown
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian Mid-Century sofa special shape and design.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Midcentury Sofa with New Upholstery and Brass Stiletto Feet, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent midcentury sofa manufactured in the 1950s in Italy.
The design of the sofa is very
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950s Italian Modern Sofa in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Miami, FL
Offered for sale is a sensual dark blue Italian Modern sofa in the manner of Gio Ponti. The sofa is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Marco Zanuso
Lady
Sofa by Arflex, Italy, 1950s
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Marco Zanuso sofa model 'Lady' with the rare brass legs.
Manufactured by Arflex.
The sofa has been
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Malatesta Masson Italian Mid Century 1950s Curved Sofa
By Malatesta and Mason
Located in bari, IT
Curved sofa upholstered in velvet original of the time in excellent condition production Malatesta
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage Sofa, Aldo Morbidelli, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa is an original piece of design furniture designed by Aldo Morbidelli in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
Wonderful Velvet Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This is a high-quality sofa. Upholstered in velvet.
In excellent original condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Sofa Spring Velvet Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa vintage, spring padding, velvet upholstery. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Midcentury Scottish Patterned Red, Green and Yellow Fabric Sofa, Italy 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This sofa has been recently reupholstered.
It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Large Curved Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs attribute Cesare Lacca, Italy 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Curved Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs attribute Cesare Lacca, Italy 1950s
Large curved sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Marco Zanuso Arflex Lady Sofa Pink Beige Velvet, Mid-Century, 1950s, Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
Marco Zanuso lady sofa pink beige velvet, Mid-Century, 1950s, Italy
Newly recovered Marco Zanuso
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Curved Sofa by Ico Parisi in Newly Upholstered Teddy Fabric, Italy 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Almelo, NL
Curved sofa by Ico Parisi in newly upholstered teddy fabric, Italy 1950s
Italian 1950s curved
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Large Curved Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Utrecht, NL
leading the Modernist movement in Italy. As this sofa shows, the quality of his work provides all the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ico Parisi Three Seater Curved Sofa for Ariberto Colombo
Attr.
, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi, Ariberto Colombo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An extremely stylish and slightly curved three seater sofa attributed to Ico Parisi and made by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
1950
s Italian Two Tier Carrara Marble
Brass Side Tables
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of 1950's mid-century modern two tier brass and Italian carrara marble with floating
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Italian Three-Seater Sofa in Pink Velvet and Brass, 1950s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Elegant Italian three seater sofa in dark pink velvet from the 1950s. This elegant three-seater
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Italian Mid-Century Sofa Reupholstered with Emerald Velvet, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous emerald green Italian sofa original from the 1950s.
Equipped with the original stiletto
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Sofa Two-Seat in Yellow Velvet, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This stunning Italian sofa of the 1950s is very stylish, with two seats extremely comfortable
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1950s Sofa and Armchair Set in Chestnut with Straw Italian
Located in Buggiano, IT
1950s original sofa and armchair set in chestnut with straw Italian.
Very comfortable.
Size:
Sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Straw, Chestnut
1950s Vintage White Sofa
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
A 1950s two seats vintage sofa with fabric cover and wood legs. Wood legs have been traited through
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
$1,781
Casa e Giardino Mid-Century Modern Italian Small Sofa, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa produced by Casa e Giardino in the style of Gio Ponti, the upholstery needs to be redone
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Rare Two-Seat Marco Zanuso Lady Sofa, Arflex, Italy, 1950s/60s, New Mohair
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare authentic two-seat Marco Zanuso lady sofa, Arflex, France/Italy, 1950s/60s. Newly upholtsered
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Newly Upholstered Pale Pink Velvet Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
It is the perfect example of midcentury lines and design.
This sofa features tapered brass and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Curved Four-Seat Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Curved design sofa, original velvet upholstery, the upholstery is in good condition, the cushions
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Cherry, Fir
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa with Brass Feet by Gio Ponti for ISA, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Bochum, NRW
Stylish Mid-Century Modern three seats Italian Green velvet sofa with brass feet.
Designed by Gio
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa Springs Padding Fabric Upholstery Brass and Metal Legs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sofa, springs padding, fabric upholstery, brass and metal legs. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Metal
Italian 2-Seat Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy
- Made of wood, fabric
- Good Original condition.
- Cleaned.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Curved Triennale Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A very beautiful sofa model "Triennale", designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex, Italy 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian 2-Seat Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy
- Made of wood, fabric
- Good Original upholstery.
- Cleaned.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian 3-Seat Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy
- Made of wood, fabric
- New upholstery
- Wooden parts are restored
- Very good
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian 2-Seat Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy
- Made of wood
- Original upholstery
- Suitable for renovation upholstery
- The
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Midcentury Sofa in Rose Velvet by Gigi Radice for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent Italian sofa or settee original from the 1950s.
Designed from Gigi Radice for Minotti
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Elegant and Large Italian Three-Seat Curved Sofa, New Velvet Upholstery. 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and wide Italian three-seat curved sofa. Circa 1950/60.
Soft and comfortable seat. Light
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
1950s Louis XV Style Sofa by Meyer Gunther-Martini
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Southampton, NJ
construction are in exceptional condition. 1950's Italy. Two available.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Buffalo Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1950s Italian buffalo leather sofa with custom cushions.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Elegant Italian Sofa in Prussian Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, wood and blue fabric, Italy, 1950s.
Two-seat Italian sofa in blue velvet upholstery. This
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Elegant Italian Sofa in Khaki Green Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, velvet, stained wood, Italy, 1950s
This eccentric Italian sofa is beautifully made and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa by Gigi Radice made for Minotti in 1950
New upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Curved Sofa, Ico Parisi / Federico Munari, Italy, 1950
By Federico Munari, Ico Parisi
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original and authentic Italian 1950s curved comma sofa, designed by either Ico Parisi or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Elegant Italian Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Brevettato, sofa, fabric, metal, Italy, 1950s
This Italian sofa is characterized by a modest
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Eccentric Italian Sofa in Turquoise Leatherette and Colorful Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, turquoise leatherette, fabric, wood, Italy, 1950s.
This remarkable sofa shows traits of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
Giulia Veronesi Perla Sofa in Red Mohair Velvet, ISA Bergamo 1950s
By Giulia Veronesi, Arredamenti ISA
Located in The Hague, NL
A rare 'Perla' sofa designed by Giulia Veronesi and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy. Its striking
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery, Wood
Italian Sofa with Exposed Elegant Wooden Frame in Brown Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, brown velvet, stained beech, Italy, 1950s.
An extremely elegant and flattering three seat
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Red Leather Sofa by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, 1950s
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sofa by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italia, 1950s in a delicious red leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Italian Settee in Blue Velvet, 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee, presumably by ISA, blue velvet and oak, Italy, 1950s.
This ornate, cute but grand sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
ISA Bergamo Corner Sofa from the 1950s design Gio Ponti
By ISA Bergamo
Located in bari, IT
Gorgeous corner sofa that can be divided into three parts, ISA Bergamo production from the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Sofa by Gigi Radice, circa 1950
By Gigi Radice
Located in Miami, FL
Offered for sale is a striking 1950s Italian modern sofa by Gigi Radice. The sofa has been newly
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Giò Ponti Two-Seat Curved Velvet Sofa and Armchair Italia, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful pair of seats Giò Ponti. two-seat curved sofa and armchair, in mustard-colored velvet
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Two Armchairs and Curved Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs and curved sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. They are made with solid
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
5-Piece Velvet Living Room Set - Italy, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic and fun five piece living-room set comprised of a three-seater settee/sofa, a pair of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
ISA Bergamo Sofa in Red Floral Fabric
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
ISA Bergamo, sofa in red floral upholstery, Italy, 1950s
This sofa is an iconic example of Italian
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Saporiti Attributed Sofa with Floral Velour Upholstery
By Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, in metal, brass and fabric, Italy, 1950s.
Large curved sofa with beautiful metal wire
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Metal
Sofatable from Cesare Lacca, 1950s, Italy
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Italian brass sofatable with a glasstop from Cesare Lacca.
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass
Curved Comma Sofa Attributed to Ico Parisi / Munari, Complimentary Reupholstery
By Federico Munari, Ico Parisi
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original and authentic Italian 1950s curved comma sofa, attributed to Ico Parisi (also sometimes
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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1950s Italian Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s Italian sofa you’re looking for. A 1950s Italian sofa — often made from fabric, metal and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 1950s Italian sofa, we have 933 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1950s Italian sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1950s Italian sofa, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1950s Italian sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but Marco Zanuso, Gigi Radice and Osvaldo Borsani produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a 1950s Italian Sofa?
The average selling price for a 1950s Italian sofa at 1stDibs is $5,430, while they’re typically $356 on the low end and $134,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1950s Italian Sofa
- What is an Italian sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an Italian leather sofa good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
- 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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