Question 1

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What is 1950s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What is a large painting called?

Accepted Answer

A large painting likely refers to what is called a mural. Any piece of art that is painted or applied directly to a ceiling, wall or another permanent surface is called a mural. Some wall paintings are created on enormous canvases and then hung on the wall. Shop a variety of large paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 6

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

Why would the artist George Catlin’s paintings from the 1800s be considered a form of artistic documentation?

Accepted Answer

The artist George Catlin's paintings from the 1800s are considered a form of artistic documentation because he depicted what he saw during his travels across North America. Catlin produced many images of Native Americans living their daily lives. In so doing, he provided a glimpse of what life was like for Indigenous people before the rapid westward expansion of settlers forcibly disrupted their traditions and culture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of George Catlin art.

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Phillip Callahan Large Red Abstract Expressionist Oil on Canvas Painting, 1950s

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Josine Vignon
Golden Cornfields 1950 s French Post Impressionist Oil Painting Large Canvas, 1953

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1950 s French Modernist Cubist Oil Painting Large Canvas Figurative Work

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Very Large 1950 s French Impressionist Oil Marseille Harbour Fishing Boats, 1950 s

Mula Ben-Haim
Large 1950s Israeli Modernist Oil Painting, 1958

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Golden Trees over European Lake Very Large Signed 1950 s Oil on Canvas painting, 1950

Lucie Rivel
Large 1950 s French Modernist Signed Oil Pink White Lilac Flowers in Vase, 1950 s

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Golden Light Northern French Town Very Large Signed 1950s Oil on Canvas painting, 1950 s

Louise Alix
Two Figures in Dappled Light Woodland Large 1950 s French Post-Impressionist Oil, 1940 s

Josine Vignon
Very Large 1950 s French Cubist Signed Oil Nude Model in Art Class Studio, 1960 s

Francis Chapin
A Large, 1950s, Oil on Masonite Painting of a Michigan Harbor by Francis Chapin, ca. 1950

Lynne Borst
Dreamy Exquisite ca. 1950s Painting of Nudes by Illinois Artist Lynne Borst, ca. 1950s

Anne-Marie Joly
The wedding Dress , Large Scale French 1950s Society Portrait. Oil on Canvas., 1955

English Modernist
Large 1950s British Art Deco Mythological Male Nude Soldier Jason versus Spartoi