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Alfred Hendrix 1950s Desk for Belform
By Alfred Hendrickx, Belform
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed by the Belgian designer Alfred Hendrickx for the manufacturer Belform, period 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Italian Midcentury Wood Glass Desk Office Table 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design desk with wooden frame with two drawers on which rests the thick
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Italian Midcentury Wood Glass Desk Office Table 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design table desk with wooden frame with two drawers on which rests the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pastoe Desk Cees Braakman 1950s Holland
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Desk . Design by Cees Braakman for Pastoe in the 1950s .Holland
Looks like the top is
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Desk Model CM178 by Pierre Paulin for Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet, Pierre Paulin
Located in Paris, FR
Desk model CM178 by Pierre Paulin for Thonet, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Oak
$6,158 / item
Desk with Drawers Walnut Veneer Brass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A desk with drawers, walnut veneer, brass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Italian Ebonised and Rosewood Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A striking 1950s Italian writing table in rosewood on an asymmetric ebonised base and with a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Midcentury Desk in Rosewood by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking desk in rosewood, designed by Svend Aage Madsen. Made in Denmark in the 1950s. Great
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Vittorio Dassi Little Desk, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Italian wood desk from the 1950s elegantly called "Dattilo" designed by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Hans Wegner AT305 Desk for Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Handsome AT305 desk in oak, with three drawers and 19" leaves, by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Rare Danish Teak Desk Extendable on 230 cm
Located in Handewitt, DE
Freestanding danish teak desk with extendable plate on each side from 140-280 cm. The drawer part
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Kidney Desk Model No. 54 by Feldballes Møbelfabrik 1950s
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Handewitt, DE
Old freestanding kidney desk, model no.54 by Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark. This desk is the early
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk with Drawers with a Light Wood Structure, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Desk with drawers from 1950s, with a light wood structure and turned legs and a marble-effect
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Jacques Hitier for Multiplex, Desk “Multitaple” in Mahogany, 1950s
By Multiplex, Jacques Hitier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Desk in mahogany veneer, “Multitable” model. Box with three drawers in front, two niches in the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Corner Desk, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern solid birch corner desk
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Minimalist Pinewood Desk by Pierre Gautier Delaye, France, 1950s
By Pierre Gautier-Delaye, Vergnères
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Small desk in pinewood by French designer Pierre Gautier-Delaye.
Crown-cut solid pine wood and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Baker Furniture Georgian Walnut Leather Top Executive Desk, 1950s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stately Georgian or Chippendale style executive desk
By Baker Furniture
USA, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Desk by Herbert Hircher, 1950s
By Christian Holzäpfel, Herbert Hirche
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage German teak desk by Herbert Hirche for Holzäpfel.
This model 4 drawers to the right and
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Gio Ponti Desk, Rima, Italia, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, RIMA
Located in Naples, IT
Desk with metal structure. Top and wooden chest of drawers. Original drawing by Gio Ponti for the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1950s Nanna Ditzel Rosewood Executive Desk by Søren Willadsen
By Søren Willadsen, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Knebel, DK
Elegant freestanding executive desk in rosewood designed by Nanna Ditzel in 1955 for Søren
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Mahogany free standing desk with two drawers, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Smaller freestanding Swedish Mahogany desk with two drawers and a rim around the desk top. The two
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
George Nelson
Swag-Leg
Desk, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Greding, DE
The famous 'Swag-Leg' desk by George Nelson, designed in 1954 for Hermann Miller. The iconic legs
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Desk with Double Side Drawers Mahogany Veneer, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with double side drawers; mahogany veneer, breadsticks, brass.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury Desk in Mahogany Designed by Lysberg
Hansen, 1950s
By Lysberg, Hansen
Therp
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding desk in mahogany, designed and made by Lysberg Hansen & Terp. Made in Denmark, great
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Cees Braakman Pastoe L-Shaped Executive Desk, Netherlands
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in London, GB
Large teak executive’s desk in an L-shape with useful cabinet with black laminate doors. Designed
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Corner Desk Sessile Oak Veneer Formica Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Corner desk with hanging bookcase compartment and chest of drawers. Sessile oak veneer, Formica
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Formica, Oak
1950s Double Pedestal Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant and finely proportioned bleached walnut double pedestal desk with ample storage floating
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Refined Walnut Desk with Brass Accents, Italy, circa 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
1950-1950.
This desk features a spacious work surface, perfect for spreading out papers and projects
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk Veneered Wood Maple Back-Treated Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with side drawers, veneered wood, reeding, top in back-treated glass, important decoration on
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Maple
Pierre Paulin CM 172 Desk for Thonet, France, 1950s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Iconic CM172 desk designed by Pierre Paulin for Thonet, France.
Black lacquered metal base
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1950s Vintage Atomic Desk in Walnut with Floating Cabinet
Lamp
By Paul McCobb, Milo Baughman, Heal
s, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A 1950s atomic desk in walnut and beechwood, attributed to Christopher Heal for Heal & Son.
The
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Peter Løvig Nielsen for Hedensted Møbelfabrik Boomerang Desk, 1950s
By Hedensted Møbelfabrik, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Mobelfabrik, c. 1950s. This model features sculptural recessed drawer pulls, tapered legs, and a fabulous
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Rudolf Wolf Small Dining Table /Desk, Elsrijk, Netherlands, 1950s
By Elsrijk, Rudolf Wolf
Located in London, GB
Rudolf Wolf dining table, designed in the 1950s for Elsrijk, Holland. A beautiful minimalistic
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Elegante French Modernist Writing / Dining Table with Black Tapered Legs from the 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A very charming and elegante modernist wood table, made in France, from the 1950s. Has been gently
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Lovely 1950s Serpentine Fronted Mahogany Chippendale Writing Bureau Claw
Ball
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Chippendale style 1950s drop panel serpentine
Category
Mid-20th Century British Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood and Glass Desk 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
glass top shaped with rounded corners, Italy 1950s
Please note that the desk is original of the period
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Red Desk with Drawer and Compartment, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Red lacquered writing desk on glue and plaster preparation, 1950s. Equipped with drawer and open
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
Severin Hansen Model 36 Teak Desk for Haslev, Denmark, Circa 1950s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Peabody, MA
A teak desk, Model 36, designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, circa late 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Desk Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk with Drawers Stained Beech Mahogany Veneer Glass Vintage 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A desk with drawers; stained beech wood, mahogany veneer, glass top. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood, Beech, Mahogany
Desk "1928" by Franco Albini for Knoll International, Italy, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Greding, DE
Desk "1928" designed by Franco Albini for Knoll International, Italy, 1950s. This glass and metal
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood Glass Brass Desk 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design desk with wooden frame and brass details, interlocking glass top
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk ‘Ståndare’ Designed by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s-1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk ‘Ståndare’ designed by Carl Malmsten,
Sweden, 1950s-1960s.
Mahogany and exotic wood inlays
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury Design Desk in Teak by Svend Aage Madsen, 1950s
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking desk in teak, designed by Svend Aage Madsen. Made in Denmark in the 1950s. Great
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
1950
s Mint Green Formica Adjustable Hospital Table with Tray
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950's Retro Mint Green Formica Hospital Table with Tray. Height and angle are both adjustable
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Formica
1950s Osvaldo Borsani Italian Desk for Tecno Model T96
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
1950s walnut executive desk model T96 ‘Boomerang’ designed by italian Osvaldo Borsani and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
1950s Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk Style After Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
United States circa 1950s. This beautiful desk features a lovely green vinyl top with a beautiful Mindoro
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant freestanding Danish design rosewood desk with four drawers designed by Severin Hansen Jr
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
"Dattilo" desk, design Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Napoli, IT
The small writing desk was called "Dattilo" by V. Dassi and it is possible to read this information
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Desk Model RY 32 Designed by Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk model RY 32 designed by Hans Wegner,
Denmark, 1950s.
Oak.
Measures: H: 71.5 cm / 2' 4
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Maple Desk, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
Mid-Century Modern solid maple desk
Designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Desk by Gio Ponti Attributed, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian desk by Gio Ponti attributed, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 78 cm; W= 180 cm; D= 85 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Italian desk, wood and colored glass, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian desk, wood and colored glass, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 77 cm; W= 136 cm; D= 68 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stained Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Iron and Teak Desk, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This desk was designed and produced in the 1950s. It is made from teak and iron with brass details.
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Iron
Luther Conover, Desk, Mahogany, Iron, USA, 1950s
By Luther Conover
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and black-painted iron desk designed by Luther Conover and produced by Luther Conover
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
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1950s Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s writing desk you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every 1950s writing desk was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1950s writing desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A 1950s writing desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Nanna Ditzel and Cees Braakman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1950s Writing Desk?
Prices for a 1950s writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $115,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,684.
Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
Questions About 1950s Writing Desk
- What is a writing desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A small writing table is also called a davenport table or davenport desk. They normally feature a sloped or inclined top attached with hinges to the back of the table. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage davenport desks.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023What an old-fashioned writing desk is called varies by design. Pieces with drop-down fronts are secretary desks (these are typically made of two parts: a chest of drawers on the bottom and a hutch or cupboard with shelves on the top), while ones that rest on two pillars, cabinets or bookcases are pedestal desks. A desk with a small writing surface positioned in front of drawers and cubbies is a bureau à gradin. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of desks.
- 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.
- 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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Austrian Painted Chest
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