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SAN Midcentury 80s Italian Travertine Marble Dining Table Original Furniture
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
SAN Midcentury 80s Italian Travertine Marble Dining Table Original Furniture
San Dining Table, an
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Crystal, Travertine, Marble
$3,523 Sale Price
40% Off
Gemma table lamp Italian postmodern 80s 90s
By Carlo Forcolini, Skipper
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Gemma table lamp by Skipper. Shade is blue glass, base is probably artificial stone like Corian of Du Pont.
Shade is movable vertically. New old stock and mint condition. There are ...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stone, Steel
Pr. Hollywood Regency Postmodern Glass and Brass Tables Made in Italy 1970/80
s
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
made in Italy c 1970/80's, they are unsigned.
The tables are in very good, original, clean and ready
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare Sculptural Chairs in Mohair, Italy, 1970s / 80s
By Mario Bellini, Eero Saarinen, Olivier Mourgue, Joe Colombo
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of curved scultptural lounge chairs, Italian, 1970s/80s. Newly upholstered in a
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mohair
80’s Rubber Tread Chaise Lounge by Dema Italia, Italy
By Dema
Located in Chicago, IL
80’s rubber Tread Chaise Lounge by Dema Italia, Italy. Original
Measures 24.75” tall 27” wide 71
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Stainless Steel
Italian Outdoor Chaise Lounge, 80s
Located in Buzzò, Emilia-Romagna
This Outdoor Chaise Lounge is more than just a chair; it's a piece of Italian craftsmanship. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Plywood
Italian Plexiglass Suitcase 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A plexiglass suitcase is a travel or storage case constructed from transparent acrylic material, commonly known as plexiglass.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Plexiglass
Vintage 80
s Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Palermo, IT
also on the lower part of the side. Made in Italy in the 80s. Excellent workmanship. Look carefully at
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Dal Vera Sideboard, Bamboo
Rattan Wicker, Italy, early 80
s
By Dal Vera
Located in Cork, IE
Please see our store for matching Dal Vera furniture!
This mid-century modern bamboo and wicker
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Italian Midcentury Sconces Group of Ten from Early 80
s
Located in bari, IT
colors. Italian production dating from around the 80s.
Availability one orange, two red, one yellow, one
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$523 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Guido Coletti: Mixed Media
Facades
(70s/80s) - Italian Art, Plexi
Located in Manzano, IT
the celebrated Italian artist, Guido Coletti. Created during his prolific period in the 1970s and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paper
Anatomical Skeletal Cast, Italy 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figure’s head is slightly tilted, giving it an expressive look, and the torso is sculpted to reveal muscles and tendons, giving insight into the human body’s structure beneath th...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Plaster
Anatomical Skeletal Cast, Italy 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figure’s head is slightly tilted, giving it an expressive look, and the torso is sculpted to reveal muscles and tendons, giving insight into the human body’s structure beneath th...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Plaster
Disano Italian Mid Century Industrial Lamp from Early 80
s
By Disano Illuminazione
Located in bari, IT
Available pair of large industrial lamps from the 1980s, Disano brand in yellow lacquered aluminum.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Postmodern Nesting and Stacking Tables, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Italian Postmodern set of Nesting tables. Made in Italy in the 80s
Very good condition
Dimensions
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Glass, Smoked Glass, Wood
Table Lamp Daphinette by Tommaso Cimini for Lumina, Italy 80’s
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Padova, IT
Daphinette is a minimal and elegant table lamp designed by the Italian designer Tommaso Cimini and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century Renato Polidori Skipper Table Mod. Faraone Marble and Crystal, 80s
By Skipper
Located in Turin, Turin
Renato Polidori, an italian designer born in 1934, is not so know as many others. He worked for a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Crystal, Marble, Steel
Vintage Cane Nightstands, Italian Rattan Bedside Tables, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare Pair of colorfoul Italian nightstands from the 80s era. Made of rattan, bamboo and glass. In
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Glass
Magazine Holder in plexiglass. Italy 80s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magazine Holder in plexiglass. Italy 80s
This is a magazine holder made from high-quality
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Plexiglass
Unique 80s Italian Composite Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique 80s Italian Composite Coffee Table table featuring a sculptural folded resin base topped
Category
Vintage 1960s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass
Italian Short Pile Fendi Carpet, 80s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian short pile Fendi carpet, 80s
Brown and beige zebra striped short pile carpet with red and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Carpets
Materials
Fabric
Cofemo Italy leather office chair 80s
By Cofemo
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
allow seat heights between 41 and 50 cm. The chair also has a tilt function.
The Italian manufacturer
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Barbini Murano Glass Vase Italy 80s
By Barbini
Located in Milano, IT
Blown glass vase. Pointed manufacturer's mark at the base and adhesive label on the edge.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso for Oggetti Murano Blue Purple Glass Tall Sculptures Vases Italian 80
s
By Oggetti, Archimede Seguso
Located in North Miami, FL
These absolutely stunning and arresting Italian vintage Murano glass monumental glass sculptures
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
80
s Interflex, Bed, Post-Modern Style
By Interflex
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Italian postmodernism. Belonging to an Italian collector, this bed with its small table are two rare
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Adam Style Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
Italian Modern Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Italian modern white Murano glass Mushroom table or night lamp. Made in Italy in the 70s.
In very
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian 80
s Console Table Or Wall Shelf In The Style Of The STACKLAB
By STACKABL
Located in London, GB
leaves.
Italian 1980's. in the style of the STACKLAB
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Metal
Italian tecno set of four armchairs form 80s
Located in bari, IT
Italian tecno set of four armchairs form 80s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,901 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1970s-80s Hand-Painted Terracotta Vases
Located in Manzano, IT
1970s-80s Hand-Painted Terracotta Vases
These two hand-painted terracotta vases from the 1970s-80s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Italian Postmodern Nightstands or Side Tables, 80s Pair
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of Italian Postmodern bedside or side tables.
Made in Italy in the 80s
Perfect condition
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Night Stands
Materials
Wood
Round Glass Top Silver and Gold Gilt Directoire Style Dining Table c 1970/80
s
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
heavy wrought iron base. The table features its' original tempered beveled glass top. Made in Italy
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Directoire Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare Sculptural Chair in Alpaca, Italy, 1970s / 80s
By Olivier Mourgue, Eero Saarinen, Joe Colombo, Mario Bellini
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A curved scultptural lounge chairs, Italian, 1970s/80s. Newly upholstered in a premium pure Alpaca
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Rare Italian Gold Metal and Wicker Armchair by Zevi, Italy 80s
By Renato Zevi, Zevi
C.
Located in Lucija, SI
Very RARE, special and stylish Armchair was made in Italy in '70s; produced by Zevi & c. (Udine
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Orchedia Coffee Table Mazzei Massimo Molozzi 80s Italian
By Massimo Morozzi
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Orchedia coffee table
Designed by Massimo Morozzi for Mazzei. Glitter green and silver.
Repainted and mint condition.
Measures: Table height 36cm/14.2".
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
1970s-80s Brass and Glass Table Lamp
Located in Manzano, IT
1970s-80s Brass and Glass Table Lamp
This elegant table lamp from the 1970s-80s embodies a sleek
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
80s Velvet Armchair
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Black Frame with Deep Red Upholstery
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this beautifully designed vintage-style armchair. Featuring a sleek black tubular frame and p...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood, Bentwood
Postmodern Italian Thick Murano glass chandelier from 80s
Located in Catania, CT
produced in Italy during the 80s. No chips or cracks. Full working with EU standard, adaptable on demand
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Gold and Silver Aluminium Wall Mirror, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Aluminium mirror made in Italy in the 80s. The item is in very good vintage condition with signs of
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Guido Coletti: Mixed Media Collage (70s/80s) - Italian, Plexi
Located in Manzano, IT
Guido Coletti: Mixed Media Collage (70s/80s) - Italian, Plexi
Step back in time and experience the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint, Paper
Blue and Gold Mirror Maletik Collection by Borek Sipek for Maletti Italy 80
S
By B. Sipek, Maletti
Located in Catania, IT
da Borek Sipek per Maletti negli anni 80.
Specchio iconico con tipico disegno degli anni 80.
Ideale
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Floor Lamp Luci 70s 80s Italian modern Stilnovo style
By Stilnovo, luci
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Floor lamp designed by STD for Luci. Designed and published probably in the late 70s or early 80s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Vintage Table Mirror for Hairdressers or Beauticians, Italy,
80s
Located in Palermo, IT
Vintage table mirror for hairdressers or beauticians, dating back to the 1980s, Italian production
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Mirrors
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mid Century Ceramic Cheetah Cubs, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of playing cheetah cubs from the 80s era.
The ceramic statues are in perfect condition.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Postmodern Wood and Velvet Dining Chairs, Italy 80s, Set of 4
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 Italian Postmodern dining chairs from the 80s era.
In excelent condition. The upholstery
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Chairs Model 4870 by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, Italy 80s
By Kartell, Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Lucija, SI
Italy in '80s.
The Chairs are stackable and the legs are removable.
These Chairs are in good vintage
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Italian Mid-Century Mendini Style 80s Ceramic Vase
Located in bari, IT
Vase sculpture made of single flower ceramic in the Mendini style, Italian production in the late
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$475 Sale Price
20% Off
Space Age Round Table Clock by Bino Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Bino Table Clock was made in '70s in Italy. BINO is one of the most known names in Italian clocks
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Glass, Fiberglass
Set of Six Postmodern Costantini Ello Dining Chairs Made in Italy c 1970/80
s
By Ello Furniture, Constantini
Located in New York, NY
Heroic set of Post Modern, Hollywood Regency school black lacquered dining chairs made in Italy
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Italian vintage Murano Glass Lamp optical Black and White, original 80s Italy
Located in Venezia, IT
Beautiful vintage Murano glass pendant lamp made in Italy in the 70s/80s. The large size of the
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Italian Zerbetto Floor Lamp Design Gigante, Zambusi, Boccato 80s
By Zerbetto, Boccato Gigante Zambusi
Located in Padova, IT
Modern floor lamp design by Gian Nicola Gigante, Marilena Boccato and Antonio Zambusi in 1981 for Zerbetto.
Black lacquered metal structure with double neon, black metal base.
The...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis Side Coffee Table Servomuto Castiglioni Zanotta, Italy 80s
By Achille Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century side coffee table "Servomuto" designed by A. Castiglioni for Zanotta, Italy 1974
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Toshiyuki Kita Wink chair 80
s for Cassina performed by AFS
By Toshiyuki Kita
Located in LYON, FR
furniture. AFS added its personal touch in the form of a cushion and a pocket at the back for storing books
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Italian Space Age Lamp from 80s chandelier, Made in Italy design lamp
By Arteluce
Located in Venezia, IT
with a fine piece of Italian design.
Unique piece of vintage italian design an it has the following
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
$1,768 Sale Price / item
33% Off
Vintage Modular Sofa, 80s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Elegant corner modular sofa entirely restored and reupholstered.
5 modules
Italy, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$7,489 Sale Price
60% Off
Pair of 1970s-80s Terracotta Vases with Inlaid Mosaic
Located in Manzano, IT
Pair of 1970s-80s Terracotta Vases with Inlaid Mosaic
This stunning pair of terracotta vases from
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pottery
Materials
Pottery
“Go Go” bar trolley by Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast 70’s 80’s
By Bieffeplast, Anna Anselmi
Located in Padova, IT
the production of drawing tables, towards the world of design and contract furniture, contributing to
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Metal
Large Space Age Table or Desk Clock by Kastell, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Round table or desk clock from the space age era
Made in Italy by Kastell in the 80s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Plastic, Fiberglass
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A piece of Italian 80s furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,890, while the lowest priced sells for $220 and the highest can go for as much as $54,000.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion accessories were very popular in the '80s and some of the trendier ones included leg warmers, scrunchies, large neon earrings, plastic bangles and neon fingerless gloves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, tracksuits were popular in the 1980s. During the decade, the world of fitness heavily influenced fashion, with everything from leg warmers and tracksuits transitioning from the gym to the runways and the street. Velour tracksuits were especially popular looks of the day. Explore a collection of 1980s apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- Is Italian furniture worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many furniture lovers feel that Italian furniture is worth it. However, not all furniture made in Italy is of equal quality. Many world-renowned furniture makers, such as Kartell, Venini, Cassina, Natuzzi, Fendi, Vistosi and Fabrio Ltd., are based in the country. Still, smaller companies that produce more economical furniture also call Italy home. As a result, it's important to consider materials and construction methods when selecting furniture for your home. Shop a large collection of Italian furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 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.
- 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.
- What is ’70s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What ’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.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 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.