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Vintage Modernist Important Armchairs, Zanuso Style, France, 1950s
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Set of two important modernist armchairs, with one matching ottoman, angled metal legs with self
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Velvet

1950s Sofa and Armchairs in Art Deco Style
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Art Deco style upholstered green velvet sofa and armchairs with wooden armrests and legs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Velvet, Oak

1950s Italian Venetian Pair of Armchairs in Hollywood Regency Style
Located in London, GB
A pair of rare unusual shape armchairs in Hollywood Regency style, reupholstered in silver velvet
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Pretzel Armchair in the Style of Paul Frankl, France 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Rattan lounge chair pretzel style in the manner of Paul Frankl, France 1950s
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Midcentury Louis XV Style Red Silk Solid Wood Armchairs Chair , 1950s
Located in Valencia, Valencia
Unique Louis XV style handcrafted lounge set, 2 armchairs and one chair, Spain, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Louis XV Lounge Chairs

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Silk, Wood

Lounge Chair or Armchair Wood Design Style Kagan Wickerwork Vienna Austria 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A very unique and highly comfortable armchair doubtlessly of Austrian provenience. The seat cushion
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

1950s Italian Wing Chair Mid Century Modern Vintage Armchair (2) Gio Ponti Style
By Gio Ponti
Located in PEGO, Alicante
Exceptional pair of 1950s Italian armchairs embodying the elegant simplicity of mid-century modern
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Mid-20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

1950s-Style Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of 1950s-style armchairs, coated silk burette.
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Silk

1950 s Sculptural Italian Zanuso Style Armchair
By Marco Zanuso
Located in North Miami, FL
In vintage green ribbed velvet (original) fabric, this sculptural armachair is very comfortable and stylish.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1950’s armchairs in the style of Cees Braakman
By Cees Braakman
Located in London, Lambeth
Simple stylish pair of armchairs in a two tone fabric with tapered wooden legs. design in the style
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool

1950 s Italian Mid-Century Gio Ponti Style Armchairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Paris, FR
Ponti's style. These carefully quilted and curved armchairs are highlighted by their comfortable depth
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Italian Lady Style Armchairs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian lady style armchairs, 1950s Lady style armchairs with armrests in blue cotton and wooden
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Italian White Leather Armchair In Style Of Gio Ponti Ca 1950 s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Den Haag, NL
Italian white leather armchair in style of Gio Ponti ca 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Set of Six Neoclassical Style Armchairs from the 1950 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Neoclassical Oval Back Brown Leather Armchairs
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Turquoise Armchair Art Nouveau Style, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Turquoise stylish armchair in Art Nouveau style comes from Scandinavia from the 1950s. Armchair
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Vintage 1950s Danish Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

Italian Armchair in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1950 s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Italy Made of Fabric,Wood The fabric shows signs of use There are stains on the fabric(see foto) The wooden parts were restored Good Original condition
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of 1950 s Italian armchairs in the style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Stunning pair of 1950's Italian armchairs in the style of Gio Ponti newly re-upholstered in
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Alpaca, Wood

Italian Midcentury Armchair in the Style of Marco Zanuso , reupholstered 1950 s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Italian Midcentury Armchair in the Style of Marco Zanuso , reupholstered 1950's. Black enamelled
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Armchair in the Style of Marco Zanuso , reupholstered 1950 s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Italian Midcentury Armchair in the Style of Marco Zanuso , reupholstered 1950's. Black enamelled
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Armchair in the Style of Marco Zanuso , reupholstered 1950 s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Italian Midcentury Armchair in the Style of Marco Zanuso , reupholstered 1950's. Black enamelled
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950 s Paolo Buffa Style Sculptural Lounge Chairs
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1950's sculptural lounge chairs designed by Paolo Buffa, fully restored and re
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Fruitwood

Pair of 1950s Parisi Style Sculptural Armchairs
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of Italian sculptural armchairs in the style of Parisi. With turned French polished feet and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

1950s Dunbar Style Black High Back Caned Armchair
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Dunbar style high back caned armchair. Seat recently reupholstered.
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Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Italian Light-Blue Velvet, Wingback Style Armchair, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian light-blue velvet, wingback style armchair, 1950s This inviting and sophisticated light
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century, Armchair Italian Style Marco Zanuso, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian vintage armchair in black leather 1950s of the 20th century. Back painted steel, style
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Armchair, Marco Zanuso Style, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian armchair, Marco Zanuso style, 1950s. Dimensions: H=103 cm; W=84 cm; D=74 cm; seat height
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Nino Zoncada Style Armchair, 1950s, Italy
By Nino Zoncada
Located in Naples, IT
Nino Zoncada style armchair, 1950s, Italy, with steel legs and brass feet tips. This easy chair
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1950s Armchairs/Style of Gimson Slater
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in London, Lambeth
Sculptured. Pair of rare reclining armchairs upholstered in a soft velvet fabric Super comfortable
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

1950s Orla Molgaard Nielsen Style Boucle Upholstered Armchair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful Mid-Century 1950s Danish tufted and bouclé upholstered barrelback armchair with a low
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

1950s George III Style Upholstered Armchair
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Elegant George III style armchair featuring a fluted frame with carved rosettes at the corners and
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Vintage 1950s British Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Sleek 1950s Italian Modern Armchair Danish Modern Style
Located in Miami, FL
Made in Italy, this sculpted hardwood armchair has a Danish Modern style with shaped arms and legs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Two 1950s Louis XVI Style Armchairs by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, FR
Two 1950s Louis XVI style armchairs by Maison Jansen, with blue and white original patina; newly
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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Armchairs, Guglielmo Ulrich Style, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of armchairs, Guglielmo Ulrich style, 1950s. Dimensions: H=82 cm; W=66 cm; D=88 cm; Height
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Ponti Style Armchairs by Alfred Hendrickx, 1950s
By Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gio Ponti style, 1950s, Mid-Century Modern, Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium, 1950s Pair of
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian Midcentury Armchairs Restored in Paolo Buffa Style, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Morazzone, Varese
new cushions. The armchairs are made in style of Italian Paolo Buffa, the wood is ebonized beech. (No
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Italian Leatherette Armchairs from 1950s in the Style of Lady Armchair by Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian leatherette armchairs from 1950s, in the style of Lady armchair by Marco Zanuso Couple of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Sofa and Armchairs in Biedermeier Style, 1950s
Located in Budapest, HU
Elegant set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs in Biedermeier style. Refined carving on the
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Regency Style Armchairs - France, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Pair of ebonized and parcel-gilt armchairs of sleek and chic design. Large seat. Delicately
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Vintage 1950s French Regency Armchairs

Midcentury Pierre Jeanneret Style French Wood Fabric Armchairs 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
French midcentury modern design couple of armchairs in the style of Pierre Jeanneret with solid
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood, Fabric

Two 1950s Armchairs in the Style of Marco Zanuso
Located in Paris, FR
Two 1950s armchairs in the style of Marco Zanuso, model "Lady", entirely reupholstered in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Armchair in Gio Ponti Style, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in velvet fabric - Wooden parts have been refurbished - Height of seat 45 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

1950s Armchair in Gio Ponti Style, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Praha, CZ
- Wooden parts have been refurbished - Measure: height of seat 45 cm.  
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bauhaus Style Armchairs from "Wschód” Zadziele, 1950s, Set of 2
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Set of 2 armchairs from Furniture Factory “Wschód” Zadziele. They were produced in 1950s in eastern
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Vintage 1950s Polish Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Italian Armchairs, Marco Zanuso Style, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian armchairs, Marco Zanuso style, 1950s. Dimensions: H=88 cm; W=68 cm; D=80 cm; H S
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

1950 s Sculptural Wing Back Chair in the style of Gio Ponti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning 1950's Mid Century Modern Sculptural Wingback Lounge Chair with a great art deco feel
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20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Nino Zoncada Style Blue Velvet Armchair, Italy, 1950s
By Nino Zoncada
Located in Naples, IT
Ocean blue fabric armchair with white edges and brass feet. Design Nino Zoncada style.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four 1950s Italian Mollino Style Armchairs or Dining Chairs
By Carlo Mollino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four 1950s Italian armchairs or dining chairs in the style of Carlo Mollino.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Reconstruction Oak Armchairs, Style of Gabriel, France, 1950s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in New York, NY
Pair of oak armchairs in the style of Rene Gabriel from the reconstruction postwar period that saw
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Midcentury 1950s Matégot Style Metal Armchairs
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Pair of French metal armchairs in the style of Mathieu Matégot with tubular steel frames, nylon
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Bauhaus Style Armchairs, 1950s, Polish Design, Kvadrat Reupholstery, Set of 2
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Set of 2 armchairs from Furniture Factory “Wschód” Zadziele. They were produced in 1950s in eastern
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Vintage 1950s Polish Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

1950s Pair of Armchairs, Metal, Detachable, Camel Hair Style Wool, Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
camel hair style wool with geometric pattern. Italy, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Armchairs in the Style of Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of elegant armchairs in the style of Guglielmo Ulrich, manufactured in Italy in the early '50s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Radice Minotti Style Armchair, 1950s Style, 39 Colors of Italian Velvet
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Radice & Minotti style armchair, recently built in the style of the 1950s, Italian. In the new
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1950s Handmade Rustic Arts Crafts Style Armchair, Solid Pine and Leather
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Restored solid pine handcrafted, one of a kind armchair. The masterful craftsmanship is left
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Vintage 1950s American Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Pair of 1950s Italian Armchairs in the Style of Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, London
Pair of Armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa. A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian armchairs in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of Italian Vintage Guglielmo Ulrich Style Armchairs, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of Italian vintage Guglielmo Ulrich style armchairs 1950s made with wood and flower fabric
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Italian Armchairs, Osvaldo Borsani Style, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Palermo, PA
Set of two Italian armchairs, Osvaldo Borsani style, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 82 cm; W= 55 cm; D
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

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1950s Style Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of 1950s style armchairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all 1950s style armchairs available were constructed with great care. Find 558 antique and vintage 1950s style armchairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. 1950s style armchairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. 1950s style armchairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. 1950s style armchairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by FDB Møbler, Century Furniture and Lio Carminati are consistently popular.

How Much are 1950s Style Armchairs?

Prices for 1950s style armchairs start at $10 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $3,402.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

Questions About 1950s Style Armchairs
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Generally, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
  • 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.