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1940s Danish Ebonised Vanity Dressing Table With Triptych Mirror
Located in London, GB
1940s dressing table with a black etched glass top, its original triptych mirror and brass handles
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Smoked Glass, Wood

Bauhaus Chromed Tubular Steel Dressing Table, 1940s
Located in Żory, PL
This Bauhaus style oak dressing table with mirror was produced in the 1940s in Czechoslovakia. The
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Mid-20th Century Bauhaus Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1940s Two-Drawer Continental Marquetry Mahogany Kidney Dressing Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A gorgeous 1940s French Two-Drawer Continental Marquetry Mahogany kidney dressing table in great
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Vanities

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

1940s, Italy, Chippendale Walnut Mirrored Dressing Table and Burl Walnut Veneer
By Cantu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1940s, Italy, Chippendale walnut mirrored Dressing table and burl walnut veneer with biselled
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Vintage 1920s Italian Baroque Revival Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Burl

1940s Scandinavian Vanity Dressing Table with Its Triptych Mirror
Located in London, GB
This is a classic Swedish dressing table/vanity table from the 1930s/40s, showcasing the timeless
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Walnut

1940s Italian Art Deco Burl and Marble Vanity Dressing Table with Beveled Mirror
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian Art Deco mid-century vanity or dressing table with amazing Portoro marble top, a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vanities

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Marble, Brass

Restored Dressing Table with Mirror by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Żory, PL
This dressing table with mirror was designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured in 1940 by UP
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Tables

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

1940s Antique Vanity Baroque Spanish, Dressing Table, Hand Carved Walnut & Burl
Located in Miami, FL
Signed by Mariano Garcia. Early 20th century, antique vanity or entrance console, available entry mirror on a hand carved walnut frame, with a gold leaf surface finish. Venetian Baro...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Baroque Vanities

Materials

Wood

French Mid-Century Pecan Wood Dressing Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century (1940s) pecan wood dressing table with a parquetry top and mirror (20" high
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Early 20th Century French Vanities

Materials

Nutwood

French Mid-Century Pecan Wood Dressing Table
French Mid-Century Pecan Wood Dressing Table
H 29.75 in W 39.5 in D 18.25 in
Bauhaus Style Dressing Table, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This Bauhaus style dressing table comes form former Czechoslovakia and was made around 1940s. It is
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Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Dressers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Art Deco Dressing Table with Seat, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco Dressing Table with Chair from the 1940s, Poland. Dimensions: Dressing Table: H 126 cm
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Dressing Table with Seat, Poland, 1940s
Art Deco Dressing Table with Seat, Poland, 1940s
H 49.61 in W 38.19 in D 16.15 in
1940's Dressing Table Chair by Hickory Chair Co
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1940's solid mahogany wood dressing table Chair by Hickory Chair Co.or could be used as
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Vintage 1940s American Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

1940's Dressing Table Vanity Mirror Seguso or Scarpa for Venini
By Venini
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a wonderful piece of glass. The glass is warm colored with just a touch of peach and looks different depending on the light. Unsigned, it is very well made, unusual and beaut...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Table Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Elegant Dressing Table
Located in New York, NY
French 1940s small mirrored dressing table with an etched front and a drawer standing on 4 conical
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Vintage 1940s French Vanities

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Elegant Dressing  Table
H 27 in D 16.5 in
1940s Vanity, Mirrored Glass with Stool, Art Deco Mirror Dressing Table
Located in Harrisburg, PA
This beautiful Art Deco vanity came from a large old estate on Long Island, NY. The round mirror features an applied Murano glass border. The columns on each side are clad with verti...
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Wood

1940s Flame Walnut Art Deco Vanity with Tri-Fold Dressing Mirror
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Beautiful art deco vanity with book-matched flame walnut veneer over solid wood. Triptych mirror with arched top, each side pivots outwards. Two deep drawers on either side and one i...
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Vintage 1940s Vanities

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Metal

1940s Danish Ebonised Vanity Dressing Table with Triptych Mirror & Brass Handles
Located in London, GB
A 1940s dressing table with a black etched glass top with its original triptych mirror and brass
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Brass

1940's Lucite Dressing Table With Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
1940's American lucite and glass dressing table featuring a rectangular top, four narrow
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Lucite, Mirror

Circa 1940's Mirrored Dressing Or Desk Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
All around mirrored 7 Drawers Desk or Dressing table from the 1940's, updated later on with new
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Wood, Mirror

1940's Style Mirrored Dressing Table Or Writing Table
Located in Buchanan, MI
Very Chic 1940's Hollywood style mirrored writing table or vanity with center drawer.
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20th Century American Vanities

Materials

Wood

Art Deco c.1940's Tiger Maple Vanity Dressing Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gorgeous c.1940's Art Deco piece all in excellent vintage condition.
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20th Century American Vanities

Materials

Chrome

A Chic Parisian 1940's Two-Door Pedestal Dressing Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
A chic Parisian 1940's two-door pedestal dressing table with mirrored top and gessoed finish; with
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Vintage 1940s French Vanities

1940's Chain Beveled Dressing Mirror/Vanity
Located in New York, NY
Outstanding dressing table and vanity made of sycamore wood with mirrored tops, sides, and
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20th Century Vanities

Wooden dressing table / writing desk - Italy, 1940s
Located in London, GB
A simple wooden writing desk or dressing table with a drawer to the front, enhanced by the
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Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco dressing table, vanity with mirror, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table, Poland, 1940s. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Wood
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Walnut

1940s Scandinavian Vanity Triptych Mirror Dressing Table & Brass Handles
Located in London, GB
A 1940s Scandinavian dressing table with a triptych mirror and its original brass handles. The
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Art Deco Vanities

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Mirror, Glass, Wood

1940's Hollywood Mirrored Vanity with Trifold Dressing Mirror
Located in New York, NY
a table top trifold dressing mirror. The reverse side of the vanity and
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20th Century Vanities

Dressing Table with Mirror, Italy, 1930s-1940s
Located in Milano, IT
Dressing table with mirror in rosewood veneer, inlaid decorated legs, glass.
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Rosewood

Dressing Table with Mirror, Italy, 1930s-1940s
Dressing Table with Mirror, Italy, 1930s-1940s
H 65.36 in W 49.22 in L 65.36 in
1940s Scandinavian Triptych Mirrored Ebonised 5 Drawer Dressing Vanity Table
Located in London, GB
A 1940s Ebonised Scandinavian dressing table with its original triptych mirror and original feature
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Wood

1940s Swedish Bodafors Mahogany & Brass Dressing Table with Original Mirror
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in London, GB
Large 1940s Swedish Mahogany dressing table presented on four tapered legs with its original mirror
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

Chrome Art Deco Bauhaus Dressing Table, 1940s
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Praha, CZ
In very good original condition. Perfectly cleaned. Slight damage to the original mirror in the area.
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Vanities

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Art Deco Bauhaus Dressing Table, 1940s
Chrome Art Deco Bauhaus Dressing Table, 1940s
H 68.9 in W 35.83 in D 17.72 in
1940s Italian Desk or Dressing Table
Located in London, GB
A beech wood and ash desk, or dressing table The shaped top on four tapered legs terminated by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ash, Beech

1940s Italian Desk or Dressing Table
1940s Italian Desk or Dressing Table
H 31.11 in W 39.38 in D 20.87 in
Art deco dressing table in burr walnut, 1940s
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
Discover this stunning Art Deco vanity in walnut burl, dating from the 1940s. This exceptional
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Walnut

Art deco dressing table in burr walnut, 1940s
Art deco dressing table in burr walnut, 1940s
H 26.38 in W 39.38 in D 18.12 in
Art Deco Dressing Table with Mirror and Light by Halabala, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
Iconic Art Deco dressing table designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody in 1940s. Original
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

1940s Danish Ebonized Vanity Dressing Table with Triptych Mirror Glass Etch Top
Located in London, GB
1940s vanity dressing table with a black etched glass top, its original triptych mirror and brass
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Glass

1940s Italian Chrome Gentleman's Vanity or Dressing Stand
Located in London, GB
Practical and chic adjustable chrome stand with oval glass shelf and triptych mirror with chrome surrounds. Measures: 140m high x 49cm wide (the shelf) x 45cm max. deep.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Art Deco Style 1940s Burr Light Walnut Dressing Table Tri Fold Mirrors
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Art Deco style burr light walnut dressing table with
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Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Walnut

An Italian 1940s satinwood dressing table and mirror with two drawers
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1940s satinwood dressing table and mirror with lovely shaped legs, inlaid detail on the
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Satinwood

Art Deco dressing table with chair, Germany, circa 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table with chair. Elegant dressing table with a chair in the Art Deco style. The
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

1940s Swedish Dressing Table
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in London, GB
Elegant mahogany dressing table with multiple drawers. Swedish and most likely retailed by Nordiska
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

1940s Swedish Dressing Table
1940s Swedish Dressing Table
H 28.75 in W 39.38 in D 16.54 in
Dressing Table or a Small Writing Desk, Swedish 1940s-1950s by Carl-Axel Acking
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Skanninge, SE
Very nice and unusual dressing table attributed to Carl-Axel Acking. If you remove the mirror you
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

Dressing Table with Mirror Solid Wood Exotic Wood Veneer, Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A dressing table with mirror and five drawers, manufactured in Italy in the 1940s-50s. Solid wood
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Dressing table with chair in Art Deco style, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A dressing table and a chair in the Art Deco style from the 1940s, Poland. Dimensions: Chair
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Nouveau Round Mirror Silver English Dressing Table Mirror, Legs, 1930-1940s
Located in Valladolid, ES
Exquisite round silver English dressing table mirror with legs and wood on the back. With
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Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Table Mirrors

Materials

Silver Plate

Paola Buffa Dressing Table Set
Located in London, GB
Stunning 1940s, Italian, Dressing Table by Paolo Buffa with Matching Stool and Matched Pair of
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Vintage 1940s Italian Vanities

Materials

Birch

Paola Buffa Dressing Table Set
Paola Buffa Dressing Table Set
H 30.25 in W 52.75 in D 20.5 in
Bauhaus Style Dressing Table, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This Bauhaus style dressing table comes form former Czechoslovakia and was made around 1940s. It is
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Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Dressers

Materials

Steel

1950s Vanity Dressing Table Designed By Halvdan Pettersson For Tibro In Sweden.
By Halvdan Pettersson, Tibro Möbler
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
your dressing room up to a next level. The vanity is made by Tibro Möbler Tibro in Sweden in the 1940s
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

Art Deco dressing table with chair, Poslak, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table with chair from the first half of the 20th century, Poland. Dimensions
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Early 1940's Art Deco Dressing Table Made in Burr Elm Wood Veneer
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in London, Park Royal
An elegantly unique dressing table, circa early 1940's, from an Italian bedroom suite, inspired by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bedroom Sets

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Walnut and Mirror Dressing Table, 1940s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice 20th century French walnut and mirror dressing table from the 1940s. Walnut base with
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Vintage 1940s French Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Dressing Table, Tremo in the Art Deco Style, Poland, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dressing table - Art Deco tremo mirror from the 1940s. Furniture in very good condition, after
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Trumeau Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

British Art Deco Style Bird’S-Eye Maple Dressing Table, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
- Superb quality Art Deco style dressing table - Manufactured in the UK - - Made from solid wood
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Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Wood, Birdseye Maple

Art Deco dressing table with a bar, J. Halabala, 1940s. Renovated.
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table with a bar behind the sliding doors. Deigned by J. Halabala, 1940s. The
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Trumeau Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Style Desk by Barbara Barry for Baker
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Evoking a more glamorous time, this 1940s dressing table writing desk is ultra-feminine. Created in
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20th Century American Art Deco Desks

Materials

Nickel

Continental 1940's Silver Plated Dressing-Table Mirror
Located in London, GB
Decorative silver plated dressing table mirror with patterned frame, scrolled top and shaped feet
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Vintage 1940s European Table Mirrors

Materials

Silver Plate

Luigi Brusotti Dressing Table with Mirror, Italy, 1940's
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely dressing table or vanity, designed by Luigi Brusotti in the 40's. Brass feet and structure
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

French 1940s Small Mirrored Dressing Table
Located in Queens, NY
French 1940s small mirrored dressing table with an etched front and a drawer standing on four
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Early 20th Century French Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Wood

French 1940s Small Mirrored Dressing Table
H 27.25 in W 30.25 in D 16.5 in
Quality circa 1940's Burr & Burl Walnut Dressing Table with Trifold Mirrors
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1940’s Burr & Burl Walnut dressing table and
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Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Walnut

Dressing table with chair, Scandinavia, 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique dressing table with a drawer and a mirror, produced in the 1940s in Scandinavia. The
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Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Walnut

Dressing table with chair, Scandinavia, 1940s
Dressing table with chair, Scandinavia, 1940s
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.87 in
1940S Scandinavian Vanity Dressing Table With Its Triptych Mirror
Located in London, GB
A 1940s Scandinavian dressing table with its triptych mirror and its original handles. The dressing
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

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1940s Dressing Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1940s dressing table available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, glass and mirror, every 1940s dressing table was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 1940s dressing table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1940s dressing table, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made 1940s dressing table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Axel Larsson, Baccarat and Bodafors are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1940s Dressing Table?

A 1940s dressing table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,189, while the lowest priced sells for $500 and the highest can go for as much as $24,000.
Questions About 1940s Dressing Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 1920s, the flapper dress became a fresh new look for both day and evening wear. This shift dress hung from shoulder to just below the knee with a significant drop waistline. The evening versions of these dresses often featured lace, fringe, beadwork and luxe fabrics like chiffon, velvet and taffeta. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage flapper dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many different styles of dress were popular in the 1990s, including the slip dress which became very common by the middle of the decade. Tastes and styles varied between regions and among people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage 1990s dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    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.
  • 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 5, 2022
    Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dressing table with a mirror is sometimes called a vanity table. You will also see the furniture simply called a dressing table or mirrored dressing table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of dressing tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.