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1950s Christian Dell Table Lamp 6787 Desk Lamp by Kaiser Idell, Germany
By Christian Dell, Kaiser Idell
Located in Krefeld, DE
Original black Christian Dell desk lamp model 6787 from the 1950s for Kaiser Idell, Germany. Black
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Helo Brass Table Lamp XL, Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade, Germany, 1950s
By Helo Leuchten
Located in Schwerin, MV
Well-preserved Helo table lamp, timeless classic from the 1950s. The contrast between the green
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Desk Lamp
Terry 2
by H. Th. J. A. Busquet for Hala Zeist, 1950s
By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Large midcentury industrial desk lamp designed by H. Th. J. A. Busquet for Dutch lighting
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Desk Lamp
Terry 2
by H. Th. J. A. Busquet for Hala Zeist, 1950s
By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Large midcentury industrial desk lamp designed by H. Th. J. A. Busquet for Dutch lighting
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950
s Stitched Leather Desk By Jacques adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare small stitched leather desk by Jacques Adnet
Lamp can be positioned on the left or on the
Category
Vintage 1950s European Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Industrial Metal Table Fan, 1950
s
Located in Praha, CZ
Very nice vintage, industrial table fan from former Czechoslovakia. Made in the 1950's. Fully
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquer Desk, 1950
s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Classic Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon 1560 Black Lacquer Desk. Featuring a rectangular
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Old French Postal Sorting Cabinet, Vintage Desk, All Metal 1950
s
Located in Hoogeveen, NL
Old French postal sorting cabinet. All metal including adjustable original metal seat. Dating from
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
1950s Modern Wood and Metal Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
1950s modern wood and metal desk.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Painted Metal Desk with Laminate Top from Carlotti, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Painted metal desk with laminate top from Carlotti, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Paul McCobb Planner Group Model 1560 Black Double Drawer Desk, 1950
s
By Paul McCobb, Winchester Furniture, Planner Group
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Classic Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon Black Lacquer Desk. Featuring a rectangular frame
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Rare French Desk Georges Frydman Mahogany Black Metal Brass, 1950s
By Georges Frydman
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare and beautiful French modernist desk was made by Georges Frydman for EFA editor in the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Midcentury Wooden and Metal Desk by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Padova, IT
Desk produced in the 1950s by Silvio Cavatorta.
Black painted metal structure with feet and brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
1950s Doctor
s Desk
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic doctor’s desk from the 1950s. Cream white metal body with one drawer, two cabinet doors
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$3,621
1950s Italian Ico Parisi Desk
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, GB
An Italian Mid-Century modern writing desk designed by Ico Parisi.
Top in Mahogany, structured in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mahogany and Formica Writing Desk, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This desk is made from mahogany and covered in formica, with a metal frame and brass parts.
Category
Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Metal
1950s TIME Metal Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand painted metal paperweight depicting the word TIME. Believe these were used to hold down
Category
Vintage 1950s American Paperweights
Materials
Aluminum
1950
s Wastepaper Bin
Located in Bern, CH
Stylish Mid Century wastepaper bin. Constructed of red powder coated perforated metal with brass
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Neoclassical Executive Writing Desk with Zinc Top, circa 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian neoclassical executive writing desk with zinc top, circa 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Zinc
Laminated boomerang desk made in Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Step back into the iconic Italian style of the 1950s with this Ponti-inspired asymmetrical
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
1950s Belgian Wooden and Metal Drawing Table
Located in High Point, NC
A Belgian metal drawing table with wooden top, dating from the 1950s. Both a work of engineering
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Pewter Desk Set Letter Opener, German, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This lovely piece is typical 1950s or older. A catchall and a letter opener for your desk. Made of
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Pewter
Beautiful Brass Desk Set Letter Opener, German, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This lovely piece is typical 1950s or older. A catchall and a letter opener for your desk. Made of
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Brass
George Nelson for Herman Miller L-Shaped Executive Desk, 1950s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in South Bend, IN
Herman Miller. The desk features gorgeous walnut wood grain, with sleek metal feet and hardware. The
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Industrial Desk Chair approx 1950s.- Germany
Located in Hannover, DE
Industrial desk chair - approx. 1950s, Germany.
Sturdy chair frame. Beech wood on seat and back
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of White Leather Lady Desk Chairs, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of crème white Leather lady desk chairs, Italy, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Mid-Century Modern CM 174 Desk by Pierre Paulin for Trefac Belgium, 1950s
By Pierre Paulin, Trefac
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern CM 174 desk.
Design by Pierre Paulin for Trefac Belgium.
Striking
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Italian Glass Top Dining Table or Desk, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant glass top dining table shows the great design of the 1950s in Italy. The glass top is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk with Chair, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish Italian Mid-Century Modern desk features quality teak construction with a perfectly
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Small Industrial Desk Table Set by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1950s
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Steenwijk, NL
Set of a small, model reform, table desk with a, model result, chair by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Fun Rolling Industrial Tanker Office Desk Chair CRAMER Company 1950s KANSAS
By Cramer Company
Located in Chula Vista, CA
A midcentury Classic: 1950s vintage office desk chair by Cramer Company of Kansas City, a rolling
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950
s Vintage Brown Olympia SM3 Typewriter With Senatorial #71 Typeface
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Vintage 1950s Olympia SM3 Typewriter – Fully Functional with Original Case
For sale, we
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Desk by Claudio Salocchi for Somani, Italy, 1950s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage desk is an original design furniture realized in the 1950s by Claudio Salocchi (Milan, 1930
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Desks
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chromed Black Desk Chair Office Chair, 1950s, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
metal manufactured 1950s Germany, style Egon Eiermann.
The vintage desk chair shows swiveling and
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950s Executive Desk in Mahogany by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma
By MIM Roma, Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Italy, 1958, executive “Terni series” desk by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma
Stained Mahogany veneer with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Walter Bosse Cat Vienna Metal Letter Opener, Vintage Austria 1950s
By Walter Bosse
Located in Nuernberg, DE
We are offering this wonderful Cat letter opener. The design dates back to the 1950s, the object is
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers
Materials
Metal
Executive Desk Designed by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Almelo, NL
MIM Roma Italy 1950s. A lovely 1950 presidential desk. Modernist, blond polished wood with steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Swivel Desk Chair by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma, 1950s
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Rome, IT
, Italy
This is the 1st series from the late 1950s.
Fully restored. Original raspberry fabric
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Fontana Arte Glass Italian Design 1950s Desk Sets of 3
By Fontana Arte
Located in Palermo, IT
Fontana Arte desk set (Pietro Chiesa). The glass is a splendid nile green color. Below you will
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Silvio Cavatorta Beech Ladies Desk Console Table Mid Century Italian, 1950s 1960
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in New York, NY
Silvio Cavatorta Beech Ladies Desk Console Table Mid Century Italian, 1950s 1960s
Beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
1950s Industrial Drafting Table
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal framed adjustable drafting table from the 1950s with supplies tray. This drafting table has
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1950s Atomic Wire Mesh Trash Can Wastebasket Stan Hawk Expanded Metals
By Stan Hawk, George Nelson, Richard Galef
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Interesting design, designer/maker remains unknown. A great use of expanded metal wire mesh
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
Model
356
Office Desk Chair by W.H. Gispen for Gispen, Netherlands, 1950s
By Gispen, Willem H. Gispen
Located in Steenwijk, NL
chair comes from the first owner who purchased it in the early 1950s. The chair is in excellent
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Fully Restored Green Skai Swivel Desk Chair by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma, 1950s
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Rome, IT
, Italy
This is the 1st series from the 1950s.
Fully restored curved wooden frame with a deep
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Dupont Lighter, France, 1950s
By S.T. Dupont
Located in Roma, IT
Dupont lighter is a precious decorative object realized in 1950s by S.T. Dupont.
Very elegant
Category
Vintage 1950s French Paperweights
Materials
Metal
Willy Van Der Meeren Black Metal Chair Upholstered in Grey Leather Belgium 1950s
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in London, GB
Black metal desk or dining chair by the architect and designer Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Florence Knoll 1950s Mid-Century Wood Veneer Black Frame Desk or Console Table
By Florence Knoll
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A wonderful modernist American made Mid-Century desk by Florence Knoll, circa 1950s. Made from a
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Iron, Metal
Italian Cigarette Holder 1950s With Black Marble Base
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Pop up cigarette holder made in Italy with black marble base
perfect working conditions.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Marble, Metal
‘DEL CAMPO Italy’ Pocket-Emptier Plate in Enameled Copper, Italy, 1950s
By Del Campo
Located in Torino, IT
'DEL CAMPO Italy' pocket-emptier plate in enameled copper
Origin
Italy
Period
1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Industrial Desk with Great Distressed Finish
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
1950's metal industial desk with distressed patina. This desk had been stripped many years ago and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desks
Materials
Steel
Vintage Bronze Anchor on Wooden Base Statue Paperweight, Austria, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
the 1950s or older. You can use it also as a paperweight on your desk.
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Paperweights
Materials
Metal
"Seven" Office Chair, Model 3117 by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Hansen in the late 1950s. The chair has been upholstered in cognac colored elegance leather.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950s Cartier LeCoultre Skeleton Mantel Clock
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
and clock maker LeCoultre for Cartier. Designed in the 1950s, the clock, with its floating watch
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Desk Accessories
Materials
Base Metal
Mid-Century Urgos Brass Table or Mantel Clock, Germany, 1950s
By Urgos
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern brass desk clock with a black clocks face. Executed in the 1950s by
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
1950s Office Chair Model 3217 by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brescia, IT
. Made in Denmark. The chair is original vintage from the 1950s. Very good condition.
Good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Travel alarm clock "Europe", 1950s
By Europa Clocks
Located in Wien, AT
Travel alarm clock "Europe", 1950s
Excellent original condition
Brass with a faux leather cover
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swivel Chair by Ico Paris, Rosewood and Dark Brown Leather, 1950s (for Sylvia)
By Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM), Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Swivel chair by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma
1st model from 1958
Metal legs, rosewood frame and dark
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
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1950s Metal Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1950s metal desk for your home. A 1950s metal desk — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the 1950s metal desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 1950s metal desk bearing Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM) and Philips each produced at least one beautiful 1950s metal desk that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1950s Metal Desk?
The average selling price for a 1950s metal desk at 1stDibs is $1,755, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $93,083 for the highest priced.
Questions About 1950s Metal Desk
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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 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, 2022The best way to refinish an old metal desk is to start by cleaning the desk. Ensure that the surface is free of dust and rust, then prime the desk with one to two coats of primer. And dependent upon its condition, a coat of any metal paint can freshen up an old metal desk. Browse a wide selection of vintage metal desks on 1stDibs.
- 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 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 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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