Question 1

What guys wore in the 50s?

Accepted Answer

Trends from the 1950s included skinny ties, sports coats, letterman jackets, bowling shirts and saddle shoes. Men like Frank Sinatra helped define trends in the 1950s.

Question 2

What were record players called in the 50s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1950s, most people just called record players record players. The technical name for record players from this period is a phonograph. Until the 1940s, many people referred to record players as gramophones. On 1stDibs, find a variety of record players.

Question 3

How much were Chanel bags in the 50s?

Accepted Answer

How much Chanel bags were in the 1950s varied based on style. When introduced in 1955, the now iconic Chanel 2.55 sold for $220. Chanel has raised the price of popular accessories over the years. Shop a large collection of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What are 50s style dresses called?

Accepted Answer

1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.

Question 5

Were leather jackets popular in the 50s?

Accepted Answer

Yes, leather jackets were popular in the 50s. They became a trend after Marlon Brando wore one in the 1953 film The Wild One. Beloved by rockers, rebels and outsiders, the original leather biker jacket was introduced by the Schott Brothers, in Manhattan, in 1928. Because of its association with motorcycle club riots, U.S. schools banned the jackets for a time. Shop a selection of leather jackets from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What is 50-year-old furniture called?

Accepted Answer

Fifty-year-old furniture is called vintage furniture. The term vintage applies to furnishings that are 20 to 99 years old. More recently crafted items are contemporary, while older furniture is antique. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

Question 7

What are some French furniture styles?

Accepted Answer

Some popular French furniture styles of the 19th century include Directoire, Empire and Restoration. The Regency style popular from 1715 to 1730 is also well known. Many styles share their names with the monarchs who ruled during the period. Examples include the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of French furniture.

Question 8

What is French furniture called?

Accepted Answer

French furniture is usually just called French furniture in English. In French, someone might say "les meubles français," which translates directly to "French furniture." However, there are names for furniture styles inspired by the furniture produced in France. French Provincial is the name for pieces made in or inspired by craftsmen from the Loire Valley or in Lyon. Furniture produced in this style often shows off scalloped carvings and curving cabriole legs. French royal furniture is the general term for furnishings made for the monarchs of France or inspired by these pieces. An example is Louis XVI furniture, which often includes clean lines and carved details such as scrolls and acanthus flourishes that were inspired by ancient Greece and Rome. Find a wide variety of French furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 9

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 10

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 11

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 12

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 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

How do I know if my French furniture is provincial?

Accepted Answer

To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial 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.

Question 19

What was the term in French furniture for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface?

Accepted Answer

In 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.

French 50s Furniture

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Stools

French Vintage Brutalist Hand carved Tripod Stool - 50s

Vintage 1950s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Roger Capron Ceramic Coffee Table "Soleil", France, 50s

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Stools

Set of 2 Brutalist Oak Tripod Stools, French 50s

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

French Wall Lamp Maison Arlus 50 s Vintage Brass C016

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Vintage French Sconces Saint Clément Faïence 50 s, G528

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

French wall lamp 50 s in lacquered metal Jacque Biny style

Vintage 1950s French Campaign Benches

Pair of 50 s French Church Pews in Solid Oak Rustic Campaign Brutalist

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Audoux Minet Rope Side / Coffee Table, France, 1940s/50s

Vintage 1950s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

French 50 s Matte Black Ceramic Lamp in the Style of Georges Jouve

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Midcentury Armchairs in Oak Reupholstered in Bouclé Fabric France 50s

Vintage 1950s French Biedermeier Side Chairs

French Mid-Century upholstered wooden Salon Chair-Boudoir Armchair-50s

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

French vintage wall light from the 50 s in the style of Jean Royère

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

French Turned Oak Pedestal, in the Style of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s / 50s

Aluminium French 50 s adjustable Architectural lamp (as used in Atelier Jean prouve)

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

French Coffee Table in Ceramic Tiles from the 50s / 60s Vintage, G468

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Set of 4 French Rush Stools in the Style of Charlotte Perriand 50s

Vintage 1950s French Shelves

Mathieu Matégot Midcentury Dedal wall shelf, red perforated metal, France, 50s

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

50s French Tripod Floor Lamp with Papercord Shades Attributed To Mathieu Matégot

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

French Rosewood 50s Sideboard, 4 Drawers and 2 Doors, Golden Brass Handles

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

French Riviera Large Mirror by J. Abraham in Rattan, Wicker and Bamboo, 50s

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of unidentified sconces from the 50 s - E182

20th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Pair of Large Classic Masks from the 50 s 20th Century

20th Century French Modern Center Tables

Malachite Chess Table 50s 20th Century and chess pieces

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Vintage Maison Lunel Wall Lamp 50 s Adjustable Metal Lacquered Swing

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Desks

Brutalist Desk 50 s Solid Oak Vintage Design Style Charles Dudouyt F193

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Pair of 50 s lamps in the shape of a handcrafted Chinese pagoda

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Lamp Lunel 50 s Vintage Stars Brass in Style of Robert Mathieu E384

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

pair of Jacques Biny sconces for luminalite 212 from the 50 s - I093

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Pine Bench 50s Style Charlotte Perriand or Ilmarii Tapiovaraa Cognac Leather

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Blue table lamp with vice system by Albert Albin Gras from the 50 s

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Mid-Century Upholstered BarTrolley - Red Skai Leather Bar Cabinet-50s

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Jean Perzel Ceiling Lamp Plafoniere Lamp Mid Century Modern 50s

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Vintage Brutalist Design Sideboard by Charles Dudouyt in Oak, 1940s-50s

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Unique Horse Petal Hoof Tripod Coffee Table Midcentury Antique 50s 60s Vintage

Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Drawings

Set of Four Midcentury Fashion Illustrations in the Style of Vogue, c. 1940s–50s

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Sideboard from the 50s in Art Deco Style with Macassar Veneer, Mid Century

21st Century and Contemporary American Credenzas

Antwerp Limed Credenza

Vintage 1940s French Industrial and Work Tables

Enameled Rotating Dentist`s Girator Cabinet, France, c1940/50s

Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

French 1950 s ebony and nickel desk

Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs

Glamorous French 50 s Slipper Chairs