Question 1

What is 1970s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What was worn in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.

Question 3

How can you tell if furniture is Danish?

Accepted Answer

To tell if furniture is Danish, locate the stamp or label with the maker's name. Refer to trusted online resources to find out if the manufacturer or artisan's workshops are in Denmark. If you have difficulty locating the name of the maker, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance identifying the piece. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Danish furniture.

Question 4

Why is Danish furniture so good?

Accepted Answer

Vintage Danish furniture is so good because its design was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Mid-century Danish furniture took off in the United States after the Second World War, when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for glass-and-steel skyscrapers. The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak. Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair. Find vintage and antique Danish furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is Danish modern furniture?

Accepted Answer

Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 6

How do you identify Danish furniture?

Accepted Answer

To identify Danish furniture, search inconspicuous areas of your piece for a maker's mark. Upon locating one, use trusted online resources to learn about the maker and determine if your piece originated from Denmark or a Danish designer. Some well-known Danish makers include Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Kaare Klimt, Børge Mogensen, Finn Juhl, HAY, Poul Kjærholm, Vernon Panton and Fritz Hansen. Shop a large selection of Danish furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 7

Were sequins popular in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 8

Was velvet used in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.

Question 9

Are the 1970s mid-century?

Accepted Answer

No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Question 10

How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

What are the differences between Danish and Swedish furniture?

Accepted Answer

Danish and Swedish design share many tenets, including an emphasis on simplicity and functionality. Danish furniture generally expresses these ideas through new industrial technologies, while Swedish products are minimalist and stress clean lines.

Question 12

How do you identify Danish teak furniture?

Accepted Answer

To identify Danish teak furniture, look for stamps, labels and tags that bear a maker's mark. You can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your piece and whether it is a Danish maker. From there, research the company, workshop or artisan to find out if it produced pieces out of teak wood and search online catalogues to see if you can find your item and learn more about its materials. Knowing the characteristics of teak wood can also be helpful. It often has a smooth, straight grain and tends to be dense. Colors vary, but fine-quality pieces often have a golden-brown hue. When in doubt about your furniture, have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a selection of Danish teak furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

How do you identify 1800s furniture?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

What do you call furniture from the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

What is 1950s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

Question 18

What is ’70s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

What is 1920s furniture called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

How do you identify 1930s furniture?

Accepted Answer

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.

1970s Danish Furniture

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases

Holmegaard, Per Lütken, Grey Hellas Vase, Signed, Denmark, Circa 1970 s

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

1970s, Scandinavian highback armchair, brown furniture leather, dark beech wood.

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Vagn Fuglsang, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

1970s, Scandinavian 2-seater sofa, furniture wool, solid oak wood.

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair, green furniture wool, solid oak wood.

Vintage 1970s Danish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

1970 s DANIA TAEPPER Abstract Red Orange UNUSED Mid Century Danish Wool Rya Rug

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Set of 4 Rainer Daumiller Pine Armchairs, Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Tue Poulsen, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1970s

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Vintage Danish Glass Bowl from Holmegaard, 1970s

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Danish Modern Hand-Carved Salt and Pepper Shaker in Solid Teak, Denmark, 1970 s

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Pendant by Bjorn Wiinblad, Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Mid Century Modern Square Teak Coffee Table with Ceramic Center, Denmark, 1970 s

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Vintage Danish Glass Bowl from Holmegaard, 1970s

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Vintage Danish Glass Bowl from Holmegaard, 1970s

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Restored Danish Teak Rolling Media Cabinet Console, 1970s

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Patchwork Black Leather Pouf or Ottoman, Denmark 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Abstract, Brutalist Sculpture in Copper, Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa, original condition, furniture leather, teak.

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Oak mosaic coffee table from Middelboe Lindum for Tranekaer, 1970s Denmark.

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Oak mosaic coffee table from Middelboe Lindum for Tranekaer, 1970s Denmark.

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Kjeni, Denmark. Teakwood bowl. Finger-jointed. 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid-Century Pendant, 1970s, Denmark

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

1970s Danish Teak Hallway Mirror

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Søholm Stentøj, Danish Modern, Stoneware, Table Lamp, Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Side Tables

1970 s Henning Kjærnulf Brutalist Sidetable in Oak with Søholm Tiles

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

1970s Brown Leather armchair, Denmark

Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Ebonised Ash and Stone Coffee Table, Denmark c. 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

1970s Danish Modern Rosewood Credenza

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Organic Modern Stoneware Vase, Stiil Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

1970s Serving Tray Teak and Stainless Denmark

Vintage 1970s Danish Table Lamps

Original Danish Caprani Tripod Table Lamp, 1970s, Denmark

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Vintage Danish Art Glass Handkerchief Vase, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Trio of Danish Modern Brass Candlesticks, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Set of Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamps, 1970s, Denmark

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

1970s Blue and Yellow Striped Danish Ceramic Table Lamp by Søholm, Denmark

20th Century Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Vintage Danish Pine Coffee Table from Burchardt Nielsen, 1970s

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Danish Ting Keramik Modern Ceramic Lamp, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Table Lamps

An Original Danish Caprani Desk Lamp, 1970s, Denmark

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Large Axella Stentoj Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, Denmark, 1970s

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs