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A Classic Hugh Acton Slat Bench With Solid Brass Legs ca
1950
s
By Hugh Acton
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Hugh Acton slat bench ca' 1950's. Solid brass Y shaped legs and slats make this a design favorite.
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Guglielmo Pecorini, Bench, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Italy, c. 1950s
By Guglielmo Pecorini
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass, and white fabric bench designed and produced by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, circa 1950s.
Literature: M. R. Rogers, Italy At Work. Her Renaissance in Design Today, Cata...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
1950
s Scrolled Carved Ebonized Wood Frame Benches/ Ottomans, Pair
Located in North Miami, FL
In the style of JMF, these benches/ottomans are in great scale and have been ebonized in matte finish. reupholstered in thick weave boucle fabric. The frame boasts simple and elegan...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Solid Brazilian Rosewood Bench / Coffee Table
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Oakland, CA
Celina Decoracoes mid century bench consisting of rare, solid Brazilian rosewood planks, each with varying grain.
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rosewood
Extra Large Organic Acacia live edge Mid-Century modern wooden Bench
By George Nakashima
Located in Den Haag, NL
Extra Large Organic Acacia live edge Mid-Century modern wooden Bench
Would fit perfect in any living room, hallway or entrance etc
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
Vintage French Cerused Oak Bench
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Cerused Oak Bench in the NeoClassical manner. Two benches are available. Priced for one bench.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Oak
$7,500 / item
Long Bermuda Bench By Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Classic and elegant "Bermuda" bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1950's. This is the hard to find long version. Reupholstered in patinated leather with brass nail heads.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Bench by Geraldo de Barros, 1956
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bench
Manufactured by Unilabor
Brazil, 1956
Jacaranda wood, upholstery
Measurements
190 cm x 93 cm x 79h cm
74,8 in x 36,61 in x 31,10h in
Details
Unique piece comissioned by priva...
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Jacaranda
Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture, Station Wagon Bench, Rock Maple, Fabric, 1950s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Manhasset, NY
Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl / John Stuart Storage Ottoman, Footstool
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John Stuart. Branded Johnson Furniture Co. and lab...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
1950
s Original Mullca Long Bench With Back - 2.5 Metre - Large Quantity Availab
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Mullca Long Bench With Back – 2.5 Metre – Large Quantity Available
1950’s Original Mullca Long Bench With Back – 2.5 Metre – Large Quantity Available. In 1947 Robert ...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Benches
Materials
Birch
Lovely Dorothy Draper Biscuit Tufted Bench Hollywood Regency
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely Dorothy Draper biscuit tufted bench in the Hollywood Regency style. We love the biscuit tufted upholstery but the fabric is worn and foam will need to be replaced. We also fan...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$1,400 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Sculptural Carved Wood Lion Blue and White Bench Ottoman Stool
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning bench/ottomans you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best...
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Spectacular Bench, Saber Leg, Fabric, Brown, in the style of Gibbings, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful bench, fabric is new.
Ready for a new home.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Fabric
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Classic Modernist Slat Bench / Cocktail Table After George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Slat Bench / Cocktail Table after George Nelson,, Nice original condition ,,patina.. Classic modernist design.. Hand delivery avail to New York City or anywhere en ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Remington Rand Gunlocke 2 Seater Tandem Bench
By Remington Rand, Gunlocke
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid Century Gunlocke for Remington Rand 2 Seater Bench
The Remington Rand Library Bureau Division provided furniture, equipment, and supplies to America’s libraries from the la...
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Sergio Rodrigues brazilian white and wood 1950 rocking bench.
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Sergio Rodrigues brazilian circa 1950 wood and iron rocking bench.
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
Two Vintage Harvey Probber Benches
By Harvey Probber
Located in Doraville, GA
A pair of vintage benches designed by Harvey Probber for his own manufacturing company in 1955, the benches are in his catalog and are model number 929. The benches have been recentl...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
$1,520 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Architectural Mid Century Jens Risom Bench with Walnut Legs and Leather Top
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
This is the hard to find longest size, it has the original leather top (minor wear and missing two tufting buttons). Tapered wood legs support "floating" curved top. Mid-Century Mode...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood, Leather
$4,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Tommi Parzinger Stools, Benches, Ebonized Wood, Upholstery
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Tommi Parzinger Stools, Benches, Ebonized Wood, Upholstery. An uncommon pair of simple and elegant square stools with splayed legs, upholstered in a period burlap jute with red piping.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$7,500 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Brass x Base Bench Reupholstered
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural X-based brass bench, in the manner of Paul McCobb, American, circa 1950s. It retains its original distressed patina to the base, and has been newly reupholstered in an ivo...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Two ( 2 ) Modular Benches Kissing Benches in Rosewood Laminate, c. 1950
s
By American of Martinsville
Located in Deland, FL
Introduce a piece of mid-century modern history into your home with this set of two early modular benches. Made in the 1950s by American Furniture, also known as American of Martinsv...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Mobichalet Brutalist Long Bench in Oak and Pine
By Mobichalet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mobichalet, long bench, oak, pine, Belgium, 1950s
This rustic bench will come forward nicely in a relaxing atmosphere, like a patio or a studio space. The brutalist appearance is ex...
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Pine
Harry Bertoia Early Solid Rosewood Slat Bench1951 First Year Production
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
Harry Bertoia early solid rosewood slat bench 1951 first year production, original white painted base, Oil finish.
Retains old label on underside [Knoll Associates Inc.]
Purchased ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rosewood
$11,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Oak Coffee Table Bench, France, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic old oak Bench - France, circa 1950s
Simple shape and large in scale
Dovetail joinery - extremely well made.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Benches
Materials
Oak
Pierre Jeanneret Bench from the Administrative Buildings of Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Bench from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh. The rarity of this piece is further enhanced by the presence of a typical hand-stenciled marking on the rear crossbar that read...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Teak
1950s Vintage American Craftsman Cabinmodern Studio Walnut Entryway Bench
By George Nelson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very heavy, constructed of solid walnut. Original finish, so you see some wear from normal uses. Some splitting to top surface boards, some spalting (spotting) on the legs, and check...
Category
Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Benches
Materials
Walnut
$2,063 Sale Price
24% Off
Corner Sofa Blond Wood and Fabric, Italy, 1950
s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Corner sofa in blond wood and fabric,, Italy, 1950's
What stands out most in this low corner bench are the recesses in the framework and the 9 straight, tapered, squared stiletto le...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century American Modern Three-Seat Walnut Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American Modernist three-seat bench with walnut frame and vinyl upholstery (ca. 1950s, USA).
Minimal design with clean lines and sharp profile.
The original vinyl which appears arm...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
Jacques Adnet Leather and Oak Bench / Storage Chest, 1950s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and rare Jacques Adnet storage bench in green leather and solid oak. Heavy and well built, strong enough to hold multiple people sitting on it and very roomy inside to place...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
Neo-Gothic oak bench with storage space
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
A solid oak bench richly decorated with hand-carved Gothic style. There is storage space inside the bench. There is an organ pattern on the sides and the frontal coffered panels are ...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Gothic Benches
Materials
Oak
Harvey Probber Knights Bench ca
1950
s
By Harvey Probber
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic "Knights" bench by Harvey Probber ca' 1950's. Mahogany slats with brass supports and an original suede cushion. In very good restored condition, cushion is not attached.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
$3,850 Sale Price
30% Off
Danish Modern Teak and Beech Bench, 1950s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak and Beech Bench, 1950s.
Gorgeous small Danish Mid-century modern bench with slats in solid teak. Frame in beech with feet in teak.
Versatile furniture that can ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Beech, Teak
Italian 1950
s Maple Wood Stool/Bench with Mongolian Sheepskin
Located in New York, NY
An elegantly appointed Italian 1950's maple wood stool or bench with gracefully tapered and angled legs; the top newly upholstered in a luxurious creamy/white long haired Mongolian s...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Sheepskin, Maple
Triangular Low Profile Chairs / Bench in Walnut by Brown Saltman, USA, C. 1950s
By John Kapel, Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Deland, FL
This is an ultra-rare set of 3-legged lounge chairs designed by the legendary John Keal for Brown Saltman. The chairs / modular benches feature original hardware that can be hinged t...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
$14,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of Directoire carved Draper era X-benches exemplifies timeless sophistication, blending neoclassical influence with mid-20th-century revival style. The X-frame design, a ha...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Directoire Benches
Materials
Walnut
$1,356 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Italian Mid-Century Rare Italian Benches in Wood and Bouclé
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous pair of benches from the 1950s of fine Italian manufacture. The fabric has been replaced with a beautiful soft snow-white bouclé.
The main frame is made entirely of durable ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Mobichalet Brutalist Benches in Oak
By Mobichalet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mobichalet, bench, oak, beech, Belgium, 1950s.
This rustic bench will come forward nicely in a relaxing atmosphere, like a patio or a studio space. The Brutalist appearance is exp...
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Brutalist Benches
Materials
Beech, Oak
$2,200 / item
Cherry Cocktail Table, circa 1960
Located in High Point, NC
Handmade cocktail table made from Cherry in the North Carolina mountains, circa 1960. The table was purchased from the famed Moses Cone Craft Center in 1960, which housed all of the ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Cherry
Oak Bench with Mortise and Tenon Joinery, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the past year, seating benches have become a popular choice in home décor. Of course, these benches’ primary purpose is to provide a convenient and comfortable place to sit. Howev...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Teak and Oak Bench or Table by Eric Johansson for Abra, Sweden, 1950s
By Eric Johansson, Abra Mobler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bench or sofa table designed by Eric Johansson. Produced by Abra möbler in Sweden during the 1950s. Made from solid oak in the base and teak in the table top. Very good vintage condi...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Materials
Oak, Teak
Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored pair of Dunbar Thebes stools designed by Edward Wormley.
Category
Vintage 1950s Stools
Materials
Mahogany
$7,500 / set
Venetian Wooden Bench 1950 Painted Wood
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Venetian wooden bench
1950
Painted wood
Dimension: h 72 x l 114 x 40 cm
Ref /
Price : 1200€ for the bench.
Category
Vintage 1950s Benches
Materials
Wood
Folk Art Dog Bench or Shelf
Located in Stamford, CT
A very charming Folk Art wood dog bench or shelf from New England. Handmade and hand painted. Great for a child's room or anywhere as a conversation piece. Probably from the 1940s or...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Arts and Crafts Benches
Materials
Wood
$950 Sale Price
40% Off
1950 Italian Design Midcentury Wood Bench
Located in Brescia, IT
Wood and red fabric
Excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Row of Cinema Chairs / Bench by TON, 1950s
Renovated
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1950s, Czechoslovakia
- maker: TON (labeled)
- perfect original condition
- signed by number.
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Monumental Mid-Century Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
A monumental mid-20th century American hall bench designed by architect Boyd Hill for a private residence built in Lake Forest, IL in 1959. Hill completed several commercial projects...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze
Ib Hylander Daybed / Bench / Bed Produced by Søren Horn in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare daybed / bench / bed designed by Ib Hylander. Produced by Søren Horn in Denmark.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 75 – 132 x 190 x 26.5 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brazilian Sofa in Rattan
Located in Milano, IT
This original vintage sofa in wood and rattan is of fine Brazilian manufacture. The structure is very particular with the front legs, characterized by rigid lines and sharp curves, t...
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$6,170 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Three Mid-Century Modern Handrubbed Walnut Stools in Platinum Velvet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant set of three stools were realized in the United States, circa 1950. They offer austere rectilinear forms in handrubbed walnut, the legs and apron of each piece of a matc...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Hans Wegner, Slated Bench, Solid Teak, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in High Point, NC
A bench designed by Hans Wegner, produced by cabinet maker Johannes Hansen. In solid teak. With makers metal plaque to underside of bench.
Wegner worked contemporary to designers ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
Vintage Industrial Slatted Bench with Original Patina
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage wooden bench with atypical shape. The metal construction is very stable. The wooden slats have the original paint on them and the influence of the years has created a beautif...
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Industrial Benches
Materials
Iron
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Stool by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Highland, IN
Typical of Robsjohn-Gibbings' refined aesthetic, this stool is elegant and sexy, with graceful lines. The base is finished in black lacquer and topped with a seat upholstered in a ch...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Paul McCobb Planner Group Iron and Maple Coffee Table, Newly Refinished
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern coffee table or bench
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner Group"
USA, 1950s
Iron frame and solid maple top, with black lacquer...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Iron
Cees Braackman for Editions Pastoé,
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cees Braackman for Editions Pastoe
fabric to redo
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Tufted Leather Bench
Located in Pomona, CA
Louis XV style hand painted tufted leather bench.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Benches
Materials
Leather, Wood
Wood Bench Attributed to Ico Parisi Italy 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular wood bench attributed to the Italian designer Ico Parisi made in Italy in the 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Stool Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, beautiful and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern stool. Manufactured in Germany, 1950s.
Executed in solid wood.
Condition:
Good original vintage condition. W...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
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1950s Wood Benches For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 1950s wood benches is available at 1stDibs. There are many kinds of 1950s wood benches to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency 1950s wood benches are of considerable interest. Andrianna Shamaris, Charlotte Perriand and Edward Wormley each produced beautiful 1950s wood benches that are worth considering.
How Much are 1950s Wood Benches?
Prices for 1950s wood benches start at $1 and top out at $100,000 with the average selling for $2,988.
Finding the Right Benches for You
Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.
Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.
Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.
For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.
Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1950s Wood Benches
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Calligraphic Sculpted Brass Bench
Carriage Bench
Channel Tufted Bench
Charlotte Perriand Slat Bench
Cheetah Bench
Cherub Bench
Choir Stalls