Question 1

What was in fashion in the 1980s?

Accepted Answer

Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.

Question 2

When was lacquer furniture popular?

Accepted Answer

Lacquer furniture became popular for the first time in the 1920s, and the lacquering technique continued to be commonplace through the 1960s. However, many people still appreciate the beauty of lacquered furniture today. On 1stDibs, find a range of lacquer furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

Question 3

What dress was popular in the 1980s?

Accepted Answer

One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Was plaid popular in the 1980s?

Accepted Answer

Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Was Versace popular in the 1980s?

Accepted Answer

Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Can you refinish black lacquer furniture?

Accepted Answer

Though you can't exactly refinish black lacquer furniture, you can repaint it. As long as you prep the furniture with a primer, you should easily be able to repaint.

Question 7

How do you care for Chinese lacquered furniture?

Accepted Answer

To care for Chinese lacquered furniture, wipe it with a damp cloth regularly. You can use a paste wax intended for use on lacquer finishes to restore shine, but avoid using harsh furniture polishes and cleaners on pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of lacquered furniture.

Question 8

How do you shine black lacquer furniture?

Accepted Answer

To shine lacquer furniture, spray a tiny amount of solvent-based furniture cleaner and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure that you choose a product specifically labeled as safe for lacquered finishes. Shop a collection of lacquer furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 9

Can you use furniture polish on black lacquer?

Accepted Answer

Whether you can use furniture polish on black lacquer furniture depends on the formulation. Heavier polishes may cause streaks and damage the finish. For best results, read the labels carefully and only choose products intended for lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lacquer furniture.

Question 10

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 11

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 12

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 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

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.

Question 17

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

What is 1960s-style furniture called?

Accepted Answer

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.

1980s Lacquer Furniture

Vintage 1980s British Post-Modern Floor Lamps

1980s Pair of Memphis Style Floor Lamp Uplighters

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Orchid Coffee Table by Massimo Morozzi for Archizoom, 1980s, Italy

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

1980s Palm Beach Pink Candy Glass Table Lamp

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Pair of Hammered Grey "No. 222" Chairs by Robert Mallet for Pallucco, 1980s

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Set of 4 Hammered Grey "No. 222" Chairs by Robert Mallet for Pallucco, 1980s

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Umbrella Stands

Postmodern Umbrella Stand by Barbieri Marianelli, 1980s Italy

Vintage 1980s British Post-Modern Floor Lamps

1980s Memphis Milano Group Style Floor Lamp Uplighter Postmodern Vintage

Vintage 1980s Polish Art Deco Cabinets

Mahogany Cabinet, Polish Design, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Modern Console Tables

Walnut Modern Half-Circle Shaped Console on Nickel-Plated Legs, France, 1980s

Vintage 1980s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Carol Setterlund, “Martyr’s Shield”, Abstract Mixed-Media Wood Sculpture, 1980s

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Pietro Constantini, Set of Four Black Elegant Dining Room Chairs, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Small Sottsass Memphis Style Cabinet by Bieffeplast, Italy, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Re Quadro coffee table in Travertine by Paolo Piva for BB Italia, 1980s

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Extreme Rare Adjustable Lounge Chair by Ammanati and Vitelli for Moroso, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Bookcases

Bookcase Cabinet Donau, Ettore Sottsass Marco Zanini for Franz Leitner, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs

Set of Four Italian Design Chairs from the 1980s

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Verona, Brass Pendant Light by Sven Middelboe for Nordisk Solar Compagni, 1980s

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

1980s Solid Oak Dining Chairs with Ivory Upholstery

Late 20th Century Danish Modern Chairs

Chair by Duba, 1980s, Vintage Danish Modernist Dining Chair

Vintage 1980s Czech Post-Modern Armchairs

Pair of 1980s Armchairs by Jaroslav Hrescak, Viliam Chlebo for Holesov

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Restored 1980s Vintage Leather Sofa in Dark Green with Carved Bun Legs

Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern End Tables

1980s Mauve Pink with Green Stone Custom Console Table

Late 20th Century Danish Modern Chairs

Chair by Duba, 1980s, Danish Modernist Dining Chair with Orange Upholstery

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Restored 1980s Vintage Bar Cart in Wood, Brass, and Glass

Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern End Tables

1980s Mauve Pink with Green Stone Custom Side Tables, a Pair

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Table Lamps

Tablelamp by Lungean Pellmann Lighting Memphis Postmodern Design Germany 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Toilette with Pouf in Brocade Design Franco Maria Ricci for SCIC, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Black Goatskin Side or Coffee Table by Aldo Tura, Italy, 1980s

Late 20th Century Swedish Industrial Armchairs

Vintage Industrial Wire Lounge Chair "Oti" by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Side Chairs

Zabro Table Chair by Alessandro Mendini for Division Nuova Alchimia, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Post Modern Glossy Laquered Red Coffee Table with Glass Table Top, Italy 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Coffee Table "Alanda" by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

1980s Joseph Jeup Modern Chests of Drawers in Custom Blue-Grey

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Pair of French Black Coated Side Tables with Gilt Strips and Glass, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Baskets

Rare Kartell Design Wastepaper in Plastic from the 1980s Conical Shape

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Swedish White Perforated Metal “Zero” Ceiling Lamp by Lindau Lindekrantz 1980s

Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Memphis Style NOS Spanish White Lucite and Black Metal Table Lamps, 1980s

Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Lacquer

Japanese Antique Lacquer Natsume (box for matcha powder) Mt.Fuji and Fans 1980s

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

1980 s Sculptural Modernist Black Lacquer Lounge Chairs

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables