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Sligh Furniture, Cabinet, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained maple cabinet produced by Sligh Furniture, USA, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Maple
Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture, Station Wagon Bench, Rock Maple, Fabric, 1950s
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Manhasset, NY
Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John Stuart. Branded Johnson Furniture Co. and labeled Johnson
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Milo Baughman, Dresser, Maple, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman, Murray Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
A maple dresser designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Murray Furniture Manufacture Company
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
Paul McCobb Maple Double Dresser Planner Group by Winchendon Furniture, 1950s
By Planner Group, Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Miami, FL
modular Planner Group line made by Winchendon Furniture in the 1950s. The cabinet can be also used as a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Russell Spanner Black Lacquer
Blonde Maple "Catalina" Credenza, 1950
s
By Russell Spanner
Located in Bainbridge, NY
, Canada. Featuring a rectangular black lacquered Maple form, on 4 splayed legs, 2 sliding doors with
Category
Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Maple
Heywood Wakefield 1950
s Maple Guitar-Pick Drinks/Side-Table
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of solid construction with triangular solid maple top above a plain frieze apron all raised on
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Materials
Maple
$2,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Renzo Rutili, Dresser, Mahogany, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Renzo Rutili, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany, brass and maple dresser produced by Johnson Furniture Company USA, c. 1950s. Design
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Renzo Rutili, Nightstands, Mahogany, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of mahogany, maple and brass nightstands or bedside tables produced by Johnson Furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
1950s Paul Frankl "Station Wagon" Cabinet Johnson Furniture Company
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
of the drawers in oak. Manufactured by the Johnson Furniture company in the 1950s, this is one of the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Italian 1950
s Maple Wood Stool/Bench with Mongolian Sheepskin
Located in New York, NY
An elegantly appointed Italian 1950's maple wood stool or bench with gracefully tapered and angled
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Sheepskin, Maple
Yasha Heifetz Adjusting Maple Desk Lamps with Beige Rotaflex Shade, 1950
s
By Heifetz Rotaflex, Yasha Heifetz
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Brass stem, vented Taupe and Off White coiled Rotaflex Bell shade atop a circular, concave, turned Maple
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Maple
Templeton, Dresser, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple dresser produced by Templeton, Brattleboro, Vermont, USA, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 32.9” H x
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
1950s Italian Burl Maple Desk
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Houston, TX
Stylized 1950s Italian burl maple desk with bronze pulls and glass scrivania top.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
Paul Frankl Six Drawer Sideboard Cork Johnson Furniture 1950s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Camden, ME
of Grand Rapids, Michigan from the 1950s.
Cork topped cabinet of rosewood stained maple restored in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Maple, Cork
$3,600 Sale Price
37% Off
Tile Top Maple Dining Table, France, circa 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handsome tile top table, made in France, circa 1950s. Wood base is tiger maple, in a soft satin
Category
Vintage 1950s French Tables
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Maple
Renzo Rutili, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany, brass and maple chest of drawers produced by Johnson Furniture Company USA, c. 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Maple Dresser 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Chest of drawers set with maple mirror, spiked legs with brass tips, blue glass top, the design can
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
$2,392 Sale Price
42% Off
American Designer, Cabinet, Maple, Metal, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A custom made maple and black-lacquered wood and metal cabinet or sideboard designed and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
American Designer, Cabinet, Maple, Metal, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A custom made maple and black-lacquered wood and metal cabinet or sideboard designed and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
American Designer, Cabinet, Maple, Metal, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A custom made maple and black-lacquered wood and metal cabinet or sideboard designed and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Drexel, Nightstands, Maple, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple and metal nightstands produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
$5,800 / set
American Designer, Side Tables, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple side tables designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Maple
Heywood Wakefield, Settee, Maple, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and green velvet fabric settee designed and produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Velvet, Maple
Heywood Wakefield, Settee, Maple, Mohair, USA, 1950s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and green mohair fabric settee designed and produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Mohair, Maple
James Mont, Nighstands, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
By James Mont
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple, wood and brass nightstands designed and produced by James Mont, USA, c. 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$7,400 / set
Rare Maple and Brass Round Center Table by I.S.A. Bergamo 1950
By I.S.A. Italy, Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
Stunning maple and brass center table.
previously thought to be designed by Gio Ponti the table is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Materials
Brass
American Designer, Side Table, Maple, Iron, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and black-painted iron side table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Overall
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Iron
Italian Sideboard 1950
s
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Estimated to be from the 1950s, this Italian vintage sideboard embodies a distinctive fusion of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Maple, Teak
$4,400
Paul McCobb, Dresser, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained maple and brass dresser designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Planner Group, USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
American Designer, Dresser, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and brass dresser designed and produced in the US, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Planner Group Natural Finish Maple Coffee Table, Bench 1950
s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, Planner Group Maple 1546 Bench, Coffee Table. Featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Maurizio Tempestini, Sofa, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
String Chairs With Matching Table by Carl Koch, Vermont Tubbs, 1950
s
By Carl Koch, Vermont Tubbs Furniture
Located in Culver City, CA
architect Carl Koch for Vermont Tubbs Furniture—a collaboration that seamlessly merges the brilliance of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Maple
Templeton, Chest of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple chest of drawers produced by Templeton, Brattleboro, Vermont, USA, c. 1950s.
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Italian Bar Cabinet in Birdseye Maple, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Italian Cabinet in Birdseye Maple, 1950s and mirrored interior and inside lighting.
The shapes and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$9,281 Sale Price
20% Off
Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mahogany, Maple, Rare Station Wagon Ottoman, 1950s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Manhasset, NY
, 1950s
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John Stuart. Branded Johnson Furniture Co
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mahogany, Maple
American Designer, Coffee Table, Maple, Iron, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and maple coffee table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Moderate
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
1950
s Solid Maple Windsor Bench or Low Stool With Turned Legs
Shaped Seat
Located in West Chester, PA
Vintage hand crafted all solid maple single bench seat, low stool, or footstool. Nicely shaped seat
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Benches
Materials
Maple
Paul McCobb, Coffee Table, Maple, Iron, USA, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron and maple coffee table designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Planner Group
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
American Designer, Freeform Coffee Table, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A freeform maple coffee table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Maple
Silvio Cavatorta, Nightstands, Maple, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple, brass and glass nightstands designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Conant-Ball, Chests of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
By Conant Ball
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple chests of drawers produced by Conant-Ball, USA, c. 1950s.
Refinished.
Minor signs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
$10,800 / set
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Mirror with Maple Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mirror, maple, mirrored glass, Italy, 1950s
Originating from Italy and dating back to the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Maple
Maple Lounge Chairs, 1950s, Set of 3
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Montelabbate, PU
3 Maple armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Maple
$2,870 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Side Chair, 1950s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
, 1950s
Solid sculpted maple frame in original "Champagne" finish, with upholstered seat.
Measures: 18"W
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Maple
Amma Floating Wall Console, Maple Wood, Italian, Circa 1950s
By Amma
Located in London, GB
sophisticated and versatile design that reflects Italy’s innovative approach to modern furniture in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Maple
American Designer, Large Table Lamp, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A large maple table lamp designed and produced in the US, 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Maple
Leslie Diamond, Chests of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
By Leslie Diamond
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple chests of drawers designed by Leslie Diamond and produced by Conant Ball, USA, c
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Bar Cabinet Veneered Wood Brass Maple, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
decoration on the doors, maple and brass inlays.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Maurizio Tempestini, Lounge Chairs, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric lounge chairs designed by Maurizio
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Russel Wright, Chest of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in High Point, NC
A maple chest of drawers designed by Russel Wright and produced by Conant Ball, USA, c. 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Russel Wright, Chests of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
By Russel Wright, Conant Ball
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple chests of drawers designed by Russel Wright and produced by Conant Ball, USA, c
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
$11,500 / set
Heywood Wakefield, Settee, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and green velvet fabric settee designed and produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Maple
Atlas Plywood Corp, Side Tables, Bamboo, Rattan, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and maple side tables produced by Atlas Plywood Corp, USA, c. 1950s.
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Maple
Italian Maple and Smoked Glass Coffee Table, Attrib. Cesare Lacca, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Meda, MB
Elegant Italian coffee table crafted in the 1950s in light maple, featuring a smoked glass top and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Center Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Maple
Country Workshop, Chests of Drawers, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple and brass chests of drawers produced by Country Workshop, Newark, New Jersey, USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Custom Over-Sized Bed Headboard 1950
s
Located in Fulton, CA
An over-sized 2 piece headboard made with lacquered maple. Larger than a king size. Measures 104
Category
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Maple
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1950s Maple Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of 1950s maple furniture for your home. An item from our selection of 1950s maple furniture — often made from wood, maple and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of 1950s maple furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of 1950s maple furniture, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made option in this array of 1950s maple furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Winchendon Furniture (Planner Group) and Heywood-Wakefield Co. are consistently popular.
How Much is a 1950s Maple Furniture?
Prices for a piece of 1950s maple furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $20 and can go as high as $56,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,197.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About 1950s Maple Furniture
- 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 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.
- Is maple good for furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, maple is good for furniture. Due to its natural beauty, the wood is one of the most popular materials for crafting desks, tables and case goods. Maple is also a dense, strong wood that allows furniture to hold up well to the effects of daily use. In addition, maple holds stain and paint well, freeing furniture makers to top it off with a seemingly endless array of finishes. Find a large selection of maple wood furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Yes, maple is a good wood for furniture. The hardness and density of the material make for sturdy furniture that can hold up to the effects of regular use. In addition, many people find the natural grain patterns of maple wood to be visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of maple wood furniture.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- What is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
- What is ’70s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 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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