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1960s Chrome and Curved Etched Glass Panels
By Fontana Arte
Located in Schoorl, NL
Playful butterfly shaped lantern. Two lights, two etched glass panels in style of Fontana Arte.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Glass Pendant / Napako, 1960 s
By Napako
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass,Metal New Cabling 3x40W,E27 or E26 bulb Re-polished Good Original condition US wiring compatible.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Chromed Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Wien, AT
Chromed chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, circa 1960s Five hanging parts Original condition.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Glass Pendant, 1960 s, Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Germany Made of glass, metal Re-polished Original condition.  
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Globe D-2000 floor lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam, 1960 s
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The 'Globe D-2000' floor lamp was designed by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam in the late 1950's
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome, Iron

Minimalist Chrome Black "Goosenech" Sphere Floor Lamp by Cosack, 1960s
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Mortsel, BE
German manufacturer Cosack Leuchten in the 1960s. The design embodies the era's fascination with clean
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

MCM Tubular Chrome Lounge Chairs by Chromcraft with Rich Oxblood Seats, c. 1960s
By Chromcraft
Located in Deland, FL
Chrome plated steel tubular frames support original oxblood tufted vinyl seats. Circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Table Lamp by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1960s
By Francesco Fois, Reggiani
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Adjustable chrome table lamp designed by Francesco Fois and manufactured by Reggiani during the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1960s Italian Modernist Murano Mazzega Green Art Glass Chrome Cascade Chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Coimbra, PT
Unusual vintage 1960s Italian modernist Murano Mazzega era art glass chrome Cascade chandelier or
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Sesann sofa by Gianfranco Frattini, for Cassina, Italy, 1960 s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Uccle, BE
Sesann sofa by Gianfranco Frattini, for Cassina, Italy, 1960's
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Kinkeldey Crystal Glass and chrome Chandelier. Germany 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Catania, CT
This stunning ceiling chandelier is likely a Kinkeldey production from the 1960s, featuring a
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Round Yellow Convex Glass and Chrome Wall Mirror by Veca, Italy, 1960s
By VECA
Located in Rome, IT
still attached), 1960s.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Very Attractive Chrome Chandelier by Kalmar, circa 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
Very attractive chrome chandelier by Kalmar. Original condition. Eight bulbs, circa 1960s. The
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Newspaper Stand, Chrome-Plated Steel, Germany, 1960s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
stand is crafted from tubular chrome-plated steel, which forms its light yet stable structure. It has
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Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1960 s four light Pendant Attributed to Veca
By VECA
Located in Schoorl, NL
small glass plate is blue-colored. Circa 1960's and in good condition. Attributed to Veca. E14 fitting
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Large exceptional 1960s chrome table lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in München, DE
Very rare, large, beautiful, original 1960s chrome-plated table lamp. Manufacturer: Gebrüder Cosack
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Industrial Adjustable Table Lamp/Instala Děčín, 1960 s
By Instala Děčín
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Lacquered Metal,Chrome New cabling 1x60W,E27 or E26 socket Re
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Vintage 1960s Czech Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Murano Chandelier Orange Clear Glass, Chrome, by Mazzega, 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Rijssen, NL
Elegant Murano chandelier by Mazzega, 1960s. Chrome chain and hardware. Amber and clear resembles
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Gaetano Sciolari Geometric Chrome Panel and Lucite Cube Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in New York, NY
A rare and impressive chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari. The chrome panels create a wonderful effect
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Chrome

two 1960s Metal, Chrome and Opaline Glass Pendants
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
two 1960s metal, chrome and opaline glass pendants.
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Chandelier Blue Green Glass and Chrome by Cristal Arte, Italy 1960s
By Cristal Arte, VECA, Fontana Arte
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing chandelier in chrome and blue and green heavy glass shape of drop by Cristal
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

1960s MCM MOD OP-Art Chrome Base Lucite Spinning Photo Prism Cube Sculpture
By Victor Vasarely, Alessio Tasca
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage 1960s Mod OP Art Lucite chrome base Photo Prism kinetic sculpture designed by Bob
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Side Table Chrome Metal Mikado 1960s
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an on trend vintage chrome and glass side table Smoked glass top is round and
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Vintage 1960s Center Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Stig Lindström Pendant, Glass, Teak and Chrome, Lival 1960s
By Lival Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A modernistic Stig Lindström ceiling pendant manufactured by Lival Oy in Finland mid 1960s. The
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Coat Rack in Blue Glass and Chrome Cristal Arte Style, Italy 1960s
By VECA, Fontana Arte, Cristal Arte
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful coat rack in blue glass and chrome with four circular hooks in glass in the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Picture Frame in Wood, Chrome Glass Willy Rizzo Style, Italy 1960s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful rectangular picture frame in wood, chrome and glass in the style of Willy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Design Chandelier Crystal Chrome by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1960s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Three-tier chandelier with sculptural faceted crystals and chrome-plated frame made by Kinkeldey
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Chrome Floor Lamp by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1960s
By Francesco Fois, Reggiani
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This lamp that stretches from floor to ceiling was designed during the 1960s by Francesco Fois and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Flexible Chrome Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
consist of chrome-colored cylinders that are lined up one above the other on the shaft. There are E27
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Round Bakalowits Style Faceted Crystal Chrome Backlit Wall Mirror, 1960s
By Bakalowits Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Exquisite round Mid-Century wall mirror, illuminated and encased in a chrome-plated frame covered
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of Chrome Cantilever Desk Lamps with Domed Shade, circa 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Uncommon pair of chromed steel desk lamps with cantilever dome shade and weighted base, circa 1960s
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp/Napako, 1960 s
By Napako
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Lacquered Metal,Chrome New Cabling 1xE27 or E26 socket Re
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Original Midcentury Chrome Serving Trolley, Smoked Glass, 1960s, Czechia
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Original midcentury chrome serving trolley. Period: 1960-1969 Source: Czechia Material: smoked
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Steel

1960s Albano Poli for Poliarte Eclisse Glass and Chrome Cube Table Lamp
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
, circa the 1960s. This sculptural piece with its noteworthy cube-shaped structure is made of solid blown
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Space Age Chrome Eclipse Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
ring as a support. The ring with its reflective chrome surface provides additional reflections and
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Sciolari Flush Mount by Leola in Chrome, Italy circa 1960s
By Leola, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sciolari flush mount by Leola in chrome and glass. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s. 13 candelabra
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp by Drupol, 1960’s
By Drupol
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, chrome New cabling Maximal height 37cm 1x25W, E27 or E26
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Orange Murano Glass Flush Mount Sconces, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Orange Murano Glass Flush Mount Sconces, Italy, 1960s The wall lamps come with 1 x E14 / E15
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Black Slate Top Chrome Square Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very nice designed square black granite top coffee table will stand out in every living room. It works with a modern or the classic style of your place.
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Granite, Chrome

Fase Madrid Bordeaux Red Chrome Desk Lamp, 1960s Spain
By Fase
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
working and tested. Design Period: 1960-1970 Year of Production: 1960s Country of Manufacture: Spain
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

1960s German Doria Leuchten Iced Frosted Tubular Glass/Chrome Wall Light Sconce
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in London, England
A single 1960s German Doria Leuchten iced/frosted tubular wall light or sconce. The three frosted
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Vintage Chrome Floor Lamp attr. Robert Sonneman, 1960s, USA
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern vintage chromed floor lamp design is attributed to Robert Sonneman. A gorgeous
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Vintage 1960s American Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of VECA Midcentury Glass and Chrome Elliptical Italian Sconces, 1960s
By VECA
Located in Roma, IT
produced by Veca in Italy during the 1960s. These sconces are made of shielding smoked glass and chrome
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1960s Chrome Glass Wall Lamps by Zukov, 2 Pairs Available
By Zukov
Located in Praha, CZ
former Czechoslovakia in the 1960's. Bulbs: 2x 1 E14. US wiring compatible.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1960s Chrome Plated Chandelier with Murano Glass, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Restored - cleaned and rewired - US wiring compatible
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Chromed Glass Vintage Coffee Table, Manhattan, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage coffee table from chromed base and glass plate in sculptural shape 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Le Corbusier Chaise Longue for Cassina, circa 1960 s
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Vilnius, LT
. Manufacture edition circa 1960's. In natural cow/pony dark brown fur, black leather pillow, chromed steel tube
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Large circa 1960s Merrow Associates Hardwood Chrome Nest of Tables Great Size
By The Merrow Association, Merrow Associates
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of three circa 1960 original Merrow Associates
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Kalmar Murano Glass Wall Sconces Frosted Glass Chrome, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
1960s. Materials: Murano glass, metal and chrome. Measures: width 5.5" in. (14 cm), height 8.66 in
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of 1960s German Kaiser Leuchten Frosted Clear Glass Chrome Wall Lights
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in London, England
Pair of 1960s German frosted geometric wall lights with a vertical chrome strip running down the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Chrome and Glass Pair of Table Lamps, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Chrome and Glass Pair of Table Lamps, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s A pair of wall
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Large Chrome Table Lamp by Kosta Elarmatur, Sweden, 1960s
By Kosta Elarmatur
Located in Karis, Nyland
Large mid-century Swedish chrome table lamp made by Kosta Elarmatur in Sweden, 1960/70s. This
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1960s Maison Charles Style French chrome Lamps
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in London, GB
A pair of Maison Charles style French chrome lamps, each with chrome base and two light fittings
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

LC2 Armchair, Chromed Steeltube and Black Leather, Italy circa 1960s
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Regensburg, DE
Modernist Design classic ‚LC2 Petit Confort‘ armchair from Italy circa 1960s. Design: Le Corbusier
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1960s Chrome Plated Chandelier with Murano Glass, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Restored - cleaned and rewired - US wiring compatible
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Jean Claude Mahey, Burl Wood, Chrome, Table Lamps, France, 1960s
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Manhasset, NY
Jean Claude Mahey, French Mid-Century Modern, Burl Wood, Chrome, Table Lamps, France, 1960s Pair
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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1960s Chrome Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of 1960s chrome furniture you’re looking for. An item from our selection of 1960s chrome furniture — often made from metal, chrome and glass — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of 1960s chrome furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of 1960s chrome furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of 1960s chrome furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gaetano Sciolari, Josef Hurka and Mazzega Murano are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1960s Chrome Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of 1960s chrome furniture at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $290,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About 1960s Chrome Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
  • 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 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
  • 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 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.