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Dressing Table with Mirror Drawers Maple Veneer Brass Handles Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Dressing table with mirror and drawers, maple veneer, brass handles. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Maple Dresser or Credenza, Circa 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
USA, Circa 1950s
Solid maple, with original brass hardware and gold painted trim.
Measures: 67"W
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Brass
Set of Seven Italian Maple Dining Chairs Attributable to Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Elegant set of seven Italian maple dining chairs, design attributable to Vittorio Dassi in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple
Mid Century Modern Maple Lowboy Dresser by Paul McCobb for Planner Group, 1950s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Planner Group collection. Dating back to the 1950s, this piece is not just furniture - it's a slice of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Tomlinson Eight Drawer Rock Maple Chest Circa 1950s
By Tomlinson
Located in Chicago, IL
cabinet or dresser by Tomlinson. Constructed of rock maple with a light mahogany finish. See our listings
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dressers
Custom 1950s Walnut Maple and Iron Table or Bench
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Custom 1950s walnut maple and iron bench or cocktail table, circa late 1950s. This unusual example
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Italian Midcentury Inlaid Maple Sideboard by Andrea Gusmai, 1950s
By Andrea Gusmai
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This Italian sideboard from the 1950s is truly exquisite, with its intricate hand-inlaid design by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Phillip Lloyd Powell Walnut and Split Reed Credenza, 1950
s
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Substantial Six Foot Solid Walnut and Split Reed Credenza by Phillip Lloyd Powell, Early 1950's
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Reed, Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Walnut Sideboard in the Style of Gio Ponti with Maple Interiors, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This sideboard is made in walnut and features maple interiors and solid brass feet caps.
Its
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sideboards
Materials
Brass
1950s Paul McCobb for Planner Group Iron Maple Bamboo Nightstand / Side Table
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
collection for Winchedon, c. 1950s. It features an exposed black wrought iron frame, single maple drawer and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Tomlinson Eight Drawer Rock Maple Chest Circa 1950s
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Eight drawer long dresser by Tomlinson, Furniture. An amalgamation of the Danish designs of the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dressers
Edmond J Spence, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Wave Dresser, Maple, 1950s
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Manhasset, NY
Edmond J Spence, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Wave Dresser, Maple, 1950s
Swedish modern double
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
Paolo Buffa Important Cabinet Secretarie in Maple and Brass, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Important secretary by Paolo Buffa in maple and brass from 1950. The cabinet is made of maple wood
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Maple Bedroom Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi, Dassi Mobili Moderni
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Amazing small Bedroom cabinet in maple wood, very well designed and manufactured by Vittorio Dassi
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Maple
Original Mid-Century Sideboard, Maple, Well Preserved, Czech, 1950s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
In pristine original condition, the item has been professionally cleaned, and its polish has been revived by our refurbishing team in Czechia.
It has been re-polished with polyuthe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Maple, Lacquer
1950s Danish Maple Wood Wall-Mounted Coat Rack and Storage
Located in Atlanta, GA
Oversized Mid-Century Modern wall-mounted wood coat rack with hat storage. Lovely varnish maple
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Maple, Wood
Isamu Noguchi, Early "Cyclone" Stool, Maple, Chrome-Plated Steel, Knoll, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Knoll
Located in High Point, NC
Associates, Inc, New York, America. Bears original label.
In finely sculpted maple, on chrome-plated steel
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Italian Maple Dresser with Mirror attributed to Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The design of this stunning dresser with mirror is attributed to Silvio Cavatorta in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Cabinet Sliding Doors Carved Panel Maple Veneer Brass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A cabinet with sliding doors and carved panel. Maple veneer, brass tips. Manufactured in Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Bar Cabinet, Ebony Stained Wood, Walnut Veneer, Inlaid Maple, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A bar cabinet, ebony stained wood veneer, walnut veneer on the doors with maple inlaid decorations
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Maple, Walnut
Bedroom Wardrobe and Double Bed Maple Veneer, Mahogany Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A double bedroom, composed of six doors wardrobe and bed. Maple veneer, decorated panels, solid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Maple, Formica, Mahogany
Unique Paul McCobb Black Wrought Iron and Maple Floating Shelf, c. 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon, Planner Group
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Repurposed from an original Paul McCobb headboard. Paul McCobb designed a solid maple headboard
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wrought Iron
Paul McCobb Planner Group Captain Armchair in Maple, Winchendon, USA, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Mid-Century Modern captain chair by Paul McCobb for Planner Group.
Solid maple wood, spindle back
Category
Mid-20th Century American Armchairs
Unique Czech Maple Mid-Century Sideboard, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Czech Mid-Century sideboard.
Material: Maple
Original very well preserved condition
We
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Maple
Edmund J Spence, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Wave Highboy, Maple, Sweden, 1950s
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Manhasset, NY
Edmund J Spence, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Wave Highboy, Maple, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish modern
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
Shaped Maple Table Designed by Taichiro Nakai for La Permanente Cantù, 1950s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An amazing maple and rosewood side table made in Italy in the 1950s in very good vintage conditions
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wicker, Maple
Maple Queen Size Bed Frame in the Style of Gio Ponti with Drawers, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This bed frame is made in maple and features two drawers with glass tops and brass details.
It
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Brass
Small Midcentury Italian Desk in Maple Top with 1950s White Laminate Drawers
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Small Midcentury Italian desk in maple top with 1950s white laminate drawers.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Laminate, Maple
Sideboard Ico Parisi
s Style Mahogany and Maple Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard in the style of Ico Parisi, mahogany and maple veneer. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Mahogany, Maple
Living Room Cabinet Attributed to Luigi Scremin Maple and Mahogany Veneer, 1950s
By Luigi Scremin
Located in Milano, IT
brass feet. Mahogany veneer, maple veneered interior with glass shelves, onyx upper shelf. Manufactured
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Onyx
Italian Maple Vanity Dresser with Mirror attributed to Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The design of this so amazing maple vanity dresser is attributed to Silvio Cavatorta in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Classic 1950s Paul McCobb Planner Group Maple Double Dresser Aluminum Ring Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For you 1950s USA: Paul McCobb double dresser Classic Mid-Century Modern lacquered solid maple wood
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Living Room Cabinet Attributed to Luigi Scremin Maple and Mahogany Veneer, 1950s
By Luigi Scremin
Located in Milano, IT
brass feet. Mahogany veneer, maple veneered interior with glass shelves, onyx upper shelf. Manufactured
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Onyx
Mahogany and Maple Bookcase with Hanging Elements and Open Shelves, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
maple veneer, parchment paper decorations, polyester. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Cabinet with Internal Bar Maple Beech Veneer Glass Parchment Vintage Italy 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with internal bar, maple veneer, beech veneered interior and glass covered, decorated
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Hanging Clothes in Maple Eco-Leather and Ceramic, Italy, 1950s Vittorio Dassi
By Dassi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Hanging clothes in maple eco-leather and ceramic, Italy, 1950s, made of maple wood, clothes hangers
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Ceramic, Faux Leather, Glass, Maple
1950s Pier Luigi Colli Mid-Century Modern Maple Wood Italian Sideboard
By Pier Luigi Colli, Fratelli Marelli
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An huge Italian 1950s sideboard in light carved wood, original handles, hand carved animals on the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Maple
Set of Ten Paul McCobb Maple and Black Iron "Shovel" Chairs, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of 10 original Paul McCobb Planner Group Model 1533 Shovel Seat Chairs by Winchendon Furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Italian Mid-Century Maple Wardrobe with Sliding Mirrors by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi Mobili Moderni, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish Italian Armoire with sliding mirror doors designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Jacob Jensen Teak Maple and Rosewood Norseman Viking in Original Box, 1950s
By Jacob Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Rosewood and maple Vikings designed by Danish designer Jacob Jensen. Super rare in the original box
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Italian Maple Credenza by Ico Parisi
Attributed
, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
A sideboard, manufactured in Cantu ', Italy, 1950s.
This chest of drawers is realized in Maple
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Glass
Bar Cabinet Ico Parisi Style Mahogany and Maple Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
A bar cabinet in the style of Ico Parisi, mahogany and maple veneer. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Mahogany, Maple
Italian Mid-Century Maple Dresser with Mirror attr. to Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The design of this stunning dresser with mirror is attributed to Silvio Cavatorta in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
1950s Florence Knoll Cabinet in Walnut with Maple Interior Model No. 541
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early Florence Knoll model 541 credenza with walnut cabinetry and maple interior. All original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Maple, Walnut
1950s Sculptural Solid Maple Wood Round Modern Bowl Three Footed Design Michigan
By Munising Wood Products
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s sculptural solid blonde maple wood round bowl modern 3 footed design signed
Signed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Maple
1950s Pair of Bedside Tables in Maple Finish, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
- repolished
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
1950s French Art Deco Maple Dining Chairs W/ Cream Velvet - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
An elegant set of six 1950s French Art Deco dining chairs sourced from Provence, France
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Maple
Paolo Buffa Pair of Midcentury Armchairs "Him and Her" in Maple Wood from, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
The pair of chairs has a maple wood frame, while its seat is made of synthetic fur. Noteworthy is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fur, Wood, Maple
1950s Florence Knoll Black Lacquer Cabinet with Maple Interior Model No. 541
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early Florence Knoll model 541 credenza with black case, antique white doors and maple interior
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel
1950s French Art Deco Maple Dining Chairs W/ Blue Velvet - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
An elegant set of six 1950s French Art Deco dining chairs, thoughtfully sourced from Provence
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Maple, Walnut
1950s Italian Murano Sommerso "Maple Leaf
Brown Yellow
Clear Art Glass Vase
By Archimede Seguso
Located in London, England
1950s Italian Murano art glass vase in beautiful colours of golden brown and yellow submerged in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
1950s French Art Deco Maple Dining Chairs W/ Beige Velvet - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
A delightful set of six 1950s French Art Deco dining chairs, sourced directly from Provence, France
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Maple, Walnut
1950s French Art Deco Maple Dining Chairs in Striped Fabric - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
A beautifully restored set of six 1950s French Art Deco dining chairs, sourced from Provence
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Maple
Italian Mid-Century Maple Wardrobe with Mirrors by Dassi for Gio Ponti, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Dassi Mobili Moderni, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This exceptional six-door wardrobe, crafted in the 1950s by Vittorio Dassi, stands as a rare and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
1950’s Pair of Italian Night Stands/Bedside Tables
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, Lambeth
Unusual pair of Italian bedside cabinets with peach colored mirrored top.
A triangle shaped design middle storage draws .with 3+tapered wooden legs
Brass tips.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Maple
Chest of Drawers with Mirror and Dressing Table Maple Ash Glass Vintage, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A chest of drawers with mirror and dressing table, maple and ash veneer, back-treated glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Ash, Maple
TH Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb X Base Upholstered Bench circa 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Troy, MI
X Base bench by TH Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb circa 1950s
Rectangular tufted seat newly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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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