What is 1950s furniture called?

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.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

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.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

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.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

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.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

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.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

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.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

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.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

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.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

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.

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Metal

Augusto Bozzi Set of Two Ariston Chairs in Plywood and Metal by Saporiti 1950s

$2,522 / set

1950 s French Mullca Light Grey Dining Chairs - Set Of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French Mullca Light Grey Dining Chairs – Set Of Six 1950’s French Mullca Light Grey Dining

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950 s French Mullca Light Grey Dining Chairs - Set Of Six

$744 / set

1950 s French Mullca Light Grey Dining Chairs - Set Of Four

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French Mullca Light Grey Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1950’s French Mullca Light Grey Dining

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950 s French Mullca Light Grey Dining Chairs - Set Of Four

$496 / set

Set of 2 Egon Eiermann Folding Chairs in Beech and Metal, Germany, 1950 s

By Wilde + Spieth, Egon Eiermann

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Set of 2 SE 18 folding chair, designed by German architect Egon Eiermann in 1952. Initially

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of 2 Egon Eiermann Folding Chairs in Beech and Metal, Germany, 1950 s

$900

AUPING Bedroom Chairs and Table in Teak - Netherlands, 1950 s

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Nice bedroom chairs and table in teak and metal by the Dutch company AUPING. The set is in good

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

AUPING Bedroom Chairs and Table in Teak - Netherlands, 1950 s

$1,441

Metal Chairs with High Back by Bele Bachem for Münchner Boulevard Möbel, 1950s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Very rare, high quality metal chairs from the 1960s. Great high back and a relaxed seat height.

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Metal Chairs with High Back by Bele Bachem for Münchner Boulevard Möbel, 1950s

$3,603

Mid-Century design wicker chair by Dirk Sliedrecht , 1950’s

Located in Delft, NL

Dimensions: 70cm H, 59cm W, 38cm H seat, 60 cm D Condtion: Good Material: Metal , wicker Color

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century design wicker chair by Dirk Sliedrecht , 1950’s

$540

Augusto Bozzi Set of Four Ariston Chairs in Plywood and Metal by Saporiti 1950s

By Augusto Bozzi, Fratelli Saporiti

Located in Cascina, Pisa

Set of four dining chairs model Ariston with structure in curved plywood and black lacquered metal

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Augusto Bozzi Set of Four Ariston Chairs in Plywood and Metal by Saporiti 1950s

$4,297 / set

Pair Of French Industrial Chairs in Rope and Metal, 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Industrial style chair in metal and rope. The rope is in good condition. The metal brown/green of

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Pair Of French Industrial Chairs in Rope and Metal, 1950s

$2,800

Joaquim Tenreiro Attribution, Dining Chairs, Metal, Leather, Brazil, 1950s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in High Point, NC

A set of six dining room chairs attributed to Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, c. 1950s. Moderate

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Joaquim Tenreiro Attribution, Dining Chairs, Metal, Leather, Brazil, 1950s

$10,500 / set

1950s Original French Bienaise Swivelling Workshop Chair Cream and Metal Frame

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s original French Bienaise swivelling workshop chair – Desk chair – Cream and metal frame

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950s Original French Bienaise Swivelling Workshop Chair Cream and Metal Frame

$503

Italian Modern, Metal, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s

Located in Manhasset, NY

Italian Modern, Metal, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s Pair of metal, bamboo and

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Italian Modern, Metal, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s

$3,750 / set

Italian Modern, Metal, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chair, Italy, 1950s

Located in Manhasset, NY

Italian Modern, Metal, Bamboo, Rattan, Scoop Lounge Chair, Italy, 1950s A modernist metal, bamboo

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Italian Modern, Metal, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chair, Italy, 1950s

$1,875

1950 s Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs - Large Quantities Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950's Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs - Large Quantities Available. Tolix is one of

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Sheet Metal

1950 s Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs - Large Quantities Available

$268 / item

1950 s French Mullca Stacking D Back Dining Chair - Various Qty Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French Mullca Stacking D Back Dining Chair – Overpainted Blue – Various Quantities Available

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950 s French Mullca Stacking D Back Dining Chair - Various Qty Available

$130 / item

Mid-century design Gispen Kembo lounge chair , 1950’s

By Gispen Kembo

Located in Delft, NL

Manufacturer: Gispen Period: 1950’s Material: Skai , Metal

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Mid-century design Gispen Kembo lounge chair , 1950’s

$2,162

Gian Franco Legler Pair of Rattan and Metal "Basket" Chairs, 1950s

By Gian Franco Legler

Located in Naples, IT

Pair of Basket model stackable chairs designed by Italian-Swiss designer Gian Franco Legler with a

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Gian Franco Legler Pair of Rattan and Metal "Basket" Chairs, 1950s

$1,561 / set

Rare Russel Woodard 1950`s Lounge Chairs and Table

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is a Rare Russel Woodard 1950`s Lounge Chairs and Table set. all 3 pieces are in Original

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Rare Russel Woodard 1950`s Lounge Chairs and Table

$1,895

Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM), 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Centreville, VA

The Eames LCM (Lounge Chair Metal) features sheets of premium face veneer on both sides of the seat

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Plywood

Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM), 1950s

$1,400

Mid Century Pair of Augusto Bozzi Chairs for Saporiti, Italy 1950 s

By Saporiti, Augusto Bozzi

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

upholstered seats for chairs, armchairs, and sofas. This set of 2 pieces is original from the 1950s, in

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Mid Century Pair of Augusto Bozzi Chairs for Saporiti, Italy 1950 s

$3,231 / set

Brazilian Modern Chairs in Caning and Metal by Carlo Hauner, 1950s, Brazil

By Carlo Hauner

Located in New York, NY

Available today, these Mid-Century Modern chairs in Caning and Metal designed by Carlo Hauner in

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Iron

Brazilian Modern Chairs in Caning and Metal by Carlo Hauner, 1950s, Brazil

$6,400 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Rocking Chair in Metal Wicker by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s

By Carlo Hauner

Located in New York, NY

Rocking chair made in metal and wicker designed by Carlo Hauner in the 1950’s. The sculptural piece

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Iron

Rocking Chair in Metal Wicker by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s

$2,500

American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Metal, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of bamboo, rattan and metal folding lounge chairs designed and produced in the USA, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Metal, USA, 1950s

$4,900 / set

Pair of 1950 s modernist lounge chairs by GAR, France

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Pair of lounge chairs manufactured by GAR, France, 1950s. These sculptural seats combine a refined

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pair of 1950 s modernist lounge chairs by GAR, France

$2,522 / item

1950 s French Mullca D Back Light Grey Dining Chairs - Set Of Four

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French Mullca D Back Light Grey Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1950’s French Mullca D Back

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950 s French Mullca D Back Light Grey Dining Chairs - Set Of Four

$523 / set

1950 s French Mullca D Back Light Grey Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French Mullca D Back Light Grey Dining Chairs – Good Quantity Available 1950’s French Mullca

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950 s French Mullca D Back Light Grey Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available

$130 / item

1950’s Original Tolix Model a Dining Outdoor Chairs, Set of Six 1643

By Tolix

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950?s Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs – Set Of Six (1643) 1950?s Original Tolix

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

1950’s Original Tolix Model a Dining Outdoor Chairs, Set of Six 1643

$1,577 / set

Set of Six Plywood Side Chairs by Carlo Ratti, Italy, 1950 s

By Industria Legni Curvati, Carlo Ratti

Located in Barcelona, ES

A set of six chairs designed by Carlo Ratti for Industria Legni Curvati Lissoni, Italy, 1950's

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Six Plywood Side Chairs by Carlo Ratti, Italy, 1950 s

$5,345 / set

Bespoke Gianni Versace Fabric Custom Upholstered Pair of 1950 s Cocktail Chairs

By Gianni Versace

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

This pair of 1950's 'cocktail' chairs has been custom upholstered with exclusive and bespoke old

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Metal

Bespoke Gianni Versace Fabric Custom Upholstered Pair of 1950 s Cocktail Chairs

$2,560 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Set of Four Caned Back Dining Side Chairs, France 1950’s

Located in New York, NY

Great shape. Naturally patinated metal sabots.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Four Caned Back Dining Side Chairs, France 1950’s

$5,500 / set

Pair of Italian 1950 s Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Studio BBPR

By Studio BBPR

Located in CA, CA

A stunning pair of Italian 1950s low lounge chairs in the manner of Studio bbpr. Constructed on a

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Italian 1950 s Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Studio BBPR

$4,700 / set

Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Murphy Miller for Plycraft c 1950’s

By Plycraft, Murphy Miller Inc.

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century lounge chair and ottoman designed by Murphy Miller for Plycraft, circa 1950’s

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

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Metal

Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Murphy Miller for Plycraft c 1950’s

$1,450 / set

Set of Two Costela Lounge Chairs by M. Eisler and C. Hauner, Brazil, 1950 s

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Set of Two Costela Lounge Chairs bij M. Eisler and C. Hauner, Brazil, 1950's The Costela chair by

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

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Metal

Set of Two Costela Lounge Chairs by M. Eisler and C. Hauner, Brazil, 1950 s

$26,427 / set

Authentic Jean Prouvé Metropole "305 / Standard Chair" in Metal Plywood 1950s

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare "Standard Chair / Metropole 305" in black painted metal and plywood by Jean Prouvé produced by

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Authentic Jean Prouvé Metropole "305 / Standard Chair" in Metal Plywood 1950s

$23,424

Mathieu Matégot "Kyoto" Kids Chair, 1950s

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Mathieu Matégot chair for kids. "Kyoto" series. 1950s. Black lacquered tubular steel and peacock

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Metal

Mathieu Matégot "Kyoto" Kids Chair, 1950s

$1,130

Augusto Bozzi, Lounge Chair, Orange Fabric, Metal, Saporiti, Italy, 1950s

By Augusto Bozzi, Saporiti

Located in High Point, NC

A fabric and black-lacquered metal lounge chair designed by Augusto Bozzi and Produced by Saporiti

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Augusto Bozzi, Lounge Chair, Orange Fabric, Metal, Saporiti, Italy, 1950s

$7,800

Red Oase Lounge Chair by Wim Rietveld for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1950 s

By Wim Rietveld, Ahrend de Cirkel

Located in Steenwijk, NL

The Oase lounge chair was designed by Wim Rietveld for Ahrend de Cirkel in 1958, and gained the

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Red Oase Lounge Chair by Wim Rietveld for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1950 s

$1,321

Mid-Century Modern Design Robin Chair Set by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1950 s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

in Belgium late 1950's. All original purple fabric on seat on black metal frame base with original

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Design Robin Chair Set by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1950 s

$936 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Design Dress Boy Chair by Wim Rietveld for Auping, 1950 s

By Wim Rietveld

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Netherlands, circa 1950's. Metal frame with bentwood plywood seat and steerhead backrest in original light

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Design Dress Boy Chair by Wim Rietveld for Auping, 1950 s

$312 Sale Price

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Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg

Located in Thiensville, WI

Extremely rare circa 1950s Hedstrom circle chair. Midcentury design. Heavy metal (iron) circular

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg

$984

Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy

Located in Lambertville, NJ

1950s bronze metal accent or desk chair featuring an ornate back with floral draped garland motifs

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal, Bronze

Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy

$1,120 Sale Price

20% Off

"Urania" Chair by BBPR for Arflex. Italy, 1950s

By Arflex, Studio BBPR

Located in Milan, IT

"Urania" chair by BBPR for Arflex. Iconic 50s chair featuring white metal frame and pied de poule

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Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

"Urania" Chair by BBPR for Arflex. Italy, 1950s

$2,246

1950 s French Green metal easy chair in the manner of Jean Prouvé

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Nijlen, VAN

1950's French easy chair Very elgenat desk chair with a beautiful patina. This chair was bought on

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Vintage 1950s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Oak

1950 s French Green metal easy chair in the manner of Jean Prouvé

$600

1950’s Swedish Modern Club Chairs With Wooden Arm Rests on Castors - a Pair

Located in Charleston, SC

low slung lounge chairs are so comfortable! They are really the kind of chairs you can curl up in

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

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Metal

1950’s Swedish Modern Club Chairs With Wooden Arm Rests on Castors - a Pair

$2,200 / set

Pair of Italian 1950 s Leather High Back Wing / Lounge Chairs

Located in New York, NY

, supported on splayed and tapered black painted metal and brass legs. The chairs express a very moderne

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Italian 1950 s Leather High Back Wing / Lounge Chairs

$14,500

Eames Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell DSX Chair from IBM c 1950/60 s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Miller circa 1950/60's. This example is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition, fully

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

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Metal

Eames Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell DSX Chair from IBM c 1950/60 s

$395

Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Black-Lacquered Metal, White Fabric, Italy 1950s

By Ico Parisi, Franco Campo Carlo Graffi

Located in High Point, NC

A black-lacquered metal and white fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Seat

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Black-Lacquered Metal, White Fabric, Italy 1950s

$16,900

Swivel Chair, Kenzo Tange for Kotobuki, Japan, 1950s

By Kenzō Tange

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

An iconic swivel chair designed by Kenzo Tange for Kotobuki. Tange, one of Japan’s most influential

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Chairs

Materials

Metal

Swivel Chair, Kenzo Tange for Kotobuki, Japan, 1950s

$10,000

a set of 6 blond wood dining chairs by Carlo Ratti, Italian, 1950 s

By Carlo Ratti

Located in London, Fitzrovia

a set of 6 original blond wood dining chairs by Carlo Ratti, Italian, 1950's. Please note that we

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

a set of 6 blond wood dining chairs by Carlo Ratti, Italian, 1950 s

$3,169 / set

1950s "Martini" Side Chair

Located in Highland, IN

A visually light and lovely design from the 1950s, this side chair has a back with a pattern in

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s "Martini" Side Chair

$1,600

Set of 6 Medea Dining Chairs (2 Armchairs) by Vittorio Nobile, Italy, 1950 s

By Vittorio Nobili

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Metal, Italy, 1955. Two with armrest. We all know them, it's just a very iconic set of chairs. Rounded

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of 6 Medea Dining Chairs (2 Armchairs) by Vittorio Nobile, Italy, 1950 s

$12,006

Pair of French Red + White Metal Chairs by Claude Adrien for M.A.M, 1950s

By Claude Adrien

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare pair of metal armchairs designed by Claude Adrien for Edition Meubles Artistiques Modernes

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Vintage 1950s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Red + White Metal Chairs by Claude Adrien for M.A.M, 1950s

$7,000 / set

Organic Modern Vintage Eight Rattan Metal Dining Chairs Gian Franco Legler 1950s

By Gian Franco Legler

Located in Vienna, AT

Organic vintage and authentic eight dining chairs or chairs from rattan and metal by Gian Franco

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Organic Modern Vintage Eight Rattan Metal Dining Chairs Gian Franco Legler 1950s

$10,570 / set

Set of 2 Model 141 Lounge Chairs by Joseph Andre Motte for Artifort, 1950 s

By Joseph-André Motte, Artifort

Located in Steenwijk, NL

1950's. It was produced, under licence, by Dutch furniture manufacturer Artifort from 1955. Artifort is

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Model 141 Lounge Chairs by Joseph Andre Motte for Artifort, 1950 s

$4,084 / set

Pair of Fish Lounge Chairs by John Salterini, Circa 1950 s, USA

By John Salterini

Located in Girona, Spain

DESCRIPTION: Pair of 'Fish' Lounge Chairs by John Salterini, Circa 1950's, USA. Unique and

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

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Metal

Pair of Fish Lounge Chairs by John Salterini, Circa 1950 s, USA

$6,500 / set

1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining Chairs – Set Of Six. 1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining

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Vintage 1950s English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining Chairs, Set of Six

$702 / set

1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining Chairs, Various Quantities Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining Chairs – Various Quantities Available 1950s Dual Tubular

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Vintage 1950s English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Dual Tubular Metal Grey Dining Chairs, Various Quantities Available

$117 / item

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1950s Metal Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1950s metal chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, fabric and wood, all 1950s metal chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 1953 antique and vintage 1950s metal chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. 1950s metal chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of 1950s metal chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial 1950s metal chairs are of considerable interest. Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Charles Eames each produced beautiful 1950s metal chairs that are worth considering.

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Prices for 1950s metal chairs start at $1 and top out at $104,400 with the average selling for $2,870.

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 Metal Chairs

What is 1950s furniture called?
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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.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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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.
What watches were popular in 1950s?
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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.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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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.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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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.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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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.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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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.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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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.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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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.

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