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Hand Carved Rustic Rancho Console Table 1940's
Hand Carved Rustic Rancho Console Table 1940's

Hand Carved Rustic Rancho Console Table 1940's

By Monterey Furniture

Located in Fulton, CA

, circa. 1940's. Features two drawers and lower shelf area. A nautical, fish carved top surface, unusual

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rancho Monterey Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940's
Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940's

Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940's

Located in New York, NY

Lovely through tenon detail. Some discoloration on surface. Seat is 8'' deep.

Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Rustic Scalloped Edge Dining Chairs, Set of 10, Italy, 1940's
Rustic Scalloped Edge Dining Chairs, Set of 10, Italy, 1940's

Rustic Scalloped Edge Dining Chairs, Set of 10, Italy, 1940's

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in New York, NY

Vittorio Valabrega Rustic Primitive Dining Chairs, Set of 10, 1940's Rare set of rustic Deco

Category

Mid-20th Century European Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rustic Handcrafted High Stool set, France 1940's
Rustic Handcrafted High Stool set, France 1940's

Rustic Handcrafted High Stool set, France 1940's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Rustic Handcrafted High Bar Stool Set of 5. Made in France, 1940's / 50's period. In the

Category

Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rectangual Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, Brutalist, Rustic, 1940's
Rectangual Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, Brutalist, Rustic, 1940's

Rectangual Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, Brutalist, Rustic, 1940's

Located in Antwerp, BE

furniture. Can be used to display magazines, books, and other curiosities.  

Category

Vintage 1940s European Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Old Hickory American Provincial Paddle Arm Lounge Chair c 1940's
Old Hickory American Provincial Paddle Arm Lounge Chair c 1940's

Old Hickory American Provincial Paddle Arm Lounge Chair c 1940's

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Classic American Rustic furniture - lounge, armchair, made by the Old Hickory Furniture Company

Category

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s
Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s

Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s

Located in Antwerp, BE

; 1940s; Mid-Century Modern; Rustic chair with comfortable cord seating and an imperfect, wabi-sabi

Category

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood

1940’s Adirondack bench
1940’s Adirondack bench

1940’s Adirondack bench

Located in Chicago, IL

1940’s Adirondack bench with hide upholstery. It has storage underneath seat. Made in US.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Benches

Materials

Hide, Wood

Rustic Art Deco White Pottery Vase att. to McCoy Pottery c. 1940's
Rustic Art Deco White Pottery Vase att. to McCoy Pottery c. 1940's

Rustic Art Deco White Pottery Vase att. to McCoy Pottery c. 1940's

By Brush Mccoy

Located in New York, NY

Charming Rustic style, Art Deco period art pottery vase in white glaze finish. The vase features

Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Vases

Materials

Pottery

Rustic Handcrafted Oak & Rush High Back Dining Chairs, 1940's Belgium
Rustic Handcrafted Oak & Rush High Back Dining Chairs, 1940's Belgium

Rustic Handcrafted Oak & Rush High Back Dining Chairs, 1940's Belgium

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Rustic Design Handcrafted Oak & Rush High Back Dining Chair set of 4. Made in Belgium, 1940

Category

Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rustic Design Low Oak & Rush Stools, France 1940's
Rustic Design Low Oak & Rush Stools, France 1940's

Rustic Design Low Oak & Rush Stools, France 1940's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Rustic Design Low Oak & Rush Stool set of 2. Made in France, 1940's / 50's period. These

Category

Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rustic Wood and Rush "Tajo" Stool, Spain, 1940s
Rustic Wood and Rush "Tajo" Stool, Spain, 1940s

Rustic Wood and Rush "Tajo" Stool, Spain, 1940s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

of rustic, handmade seating is colloquially referred to in Spanish vernacular furniture as a

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Rustic Stools

Materials

Rush, Wood

Round Rustic Oak Coffee Table, France 1940's
Round Rustic Oak Coffee Table, France 1940's

Round Rustic Oak Coffee Table, France 1940's

Located in New York, NY

A round oak coffee table with a thick top on carved legs, joined by a carved stretcher and held together with wooden keys.

Category

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

Materials

Oak

1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda
1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda

1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Medium Window Jalisco Hacienda 1940s 39.5 tall x 26.75w x 4d / Inside

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Windows

Materials

Wood

1940s Antique Wood Clamps Rustic Carpentry Tool
1940s Antique Wood Clamps Rustic Carpentry Tool

1940s Antique Wood Clamps Rustic Carpentry Tool

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a pair of antique wood clamps .Prior use to build boats Dimensions: Largest 63 L x 5.25 D x 1.25 W Short 48 L x 5 W x 1.5 D Original vintage-Refer to listed...

Category

Mid-20th Century Rustic Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

1940s French Rustic Wood Farm Table
1940s French Rustic Wood Farm Table

1940s French Rustic Wood Farm Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful rustic wood farm table from France, 1940's. Rectangular planked wood top resting on four

Category

Mid-20th Century French Farm Tables

Materials

Wood

1940s Rustic Mesquite Wood Vice Jalisco Ranch Mexico
1940s Rustic Mesquite Wood Vice Jalisco Ranch Mexico

1940s Rustic Mesquite Wood Vice Jalisco Ranch Mexico

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1940s Rustic Carpentry Vice Tool Mesquite Wood Jalisco Ranch 48 tall x 31 w x 8 d inches In

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

1940's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Rustic Style
1940's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Rustic Style

1940's Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Rustic Style

Located in Dallas, TX

. Distressed. Age Wear. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Turkey. Measures: 02'06 x 12'05. Date: 1940's. Mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Aesthetic Movement Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table, 1940s
Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table, 1940s

Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Antique spanish rustic raised-panel window as coffee table, Spain, 1930s. A 19th century solid

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Pine

French Rustic Rectangular Wood Wall Mirror, 1940s - 1 Available
French Rustic Rectangular Wood Wall Mirror, 1940s - 1 Available

French Rustic Rectangular Wood Wall Mirror, 1940s - 1 Available

Located in Chicago, IL

Sold and priced individually. A large-scale French rectangular wall mirror from the 1940s, with a

Category

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

1940s Spanish Colonial Rustic Iron Candelabras
1940s Spanish Colonial Rustic Iron Candelabras

1940s Spanish Colonial Rustic Iron Candelabras

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1940s Spanish Forged Iron Three Arm Rustic Scroll Candelabras Set of Two Candelabras circa 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Spanish Colonial Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pair of Rustic Carved Oak Armchairs by Anton Fortuin, 1940s
Pair of Rustic Carved Oak Armchairs by Anton Fortuin, 1940s

Pair of Rustic Carved Oak Armchairs by Anton Fortuin, 1940s

By Anton Fortuin

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare pair of Rustic armchairs. Design by Anton Fortuin. Striking Dutch design from

Category

Vintage 1940s Dutch Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s
Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s

Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Traditional hand-braided wood decorative basket / storage basket, Spain, 1940s-1950s. Hand-crafted

Category

20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood

Rustic Wabi-Sabi Console Table, Wood Sculpture, France, 1940s Design
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Console Table, Wood Sculpture, France, 1940s Design

Rustic Wabi-Sabi Console Table, Wood Sculpture, France, 1940s Design

Located in Antwerp, BE

Console, planter, Sculpture, wabi-sabi, Decorative item, Rustic, Artwork, 1940's, France; What

Category

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rustic Spanish Milking Stool, Handcrafted Wood, Original Patina, 1940s
Rustic Spanish Milking Stool, Handcrafted Wood, Original Patina, 1940s

Rustic Spanish Milking Stool, Handcrafted Wood, Original Patina, 1940s

Located in Valencia, VC

Vintage Spanish Milking Stool with Original Patina – Rustic Farmhouse Accent Table A charming and

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

1940s Rustic Turkish Broken Stripe Flatweave Rug, Neutral Tones
1940s Rustic Turkish Broken Stripe Flatweave Rug, Neutral Tones

1940s Rustic Turkish Broken Stripe Flatweave Rug, Neutral Tones

Located in New York, NY

This all wool rustic piece has been created from two edge joined assembled wool panels with jogged

Category

Vintage 1940s Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rustic Swedish Lounge Chair Probably 1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin
Rustic Swedish Lounge Chair Probably 1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin

Rustic Swedish Lounge Chair Probably 1940s - Reupholstered in Sheepskin

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Stockholm, SE

A stunning rustic armchair, a so-called “Sportstuga” (summer cottage–style) piece, probably made in

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

1940s Rustic Industrial Iron and Buffalo Leather Swivel Stools, Set of 4
1940s Rustic Industrial Iron and Buffalo Leather Swivel Stools, Set of 4

1940s Rustic Industrial Iron and Buffalo Leather Swivel Stools, Set of 4

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, rare, leather and iron swivel stools you could hope to find. Firm cushioning lend inviting comfort to the elegant silhouette. ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Rustic Swivel Chairs

Materials

Iron

Rustic Armchair in Solid Wood and Straw, France, 1940s
Rustic Armchair in Solid Wood and Straw, France, 1940s

Rustic Armchair in Solid Wood and Straw, France, 1940s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rustic; Art Populaire; Folk Art; Travail Populaire; Monoxylite; 1940s; France; Wabi Sabi; Armchair

Category

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

1940s Distressed Molcajete Rustic Mexican Stone Bowl
1940s Distressed Molcajete Rustic Mexican Stone Bowl

1940s Distressed Molcajete Rustic Mexican Stone Bowl

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Rustic Vintage Kitchen Molcajete Mexican Stone Bowl Chef's grinding dish Preowned original

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Rustic Primitive Natural Pine Small Apothecary Chest, 1940s
Rustic Primitive Natural Pine Small Apothecary Chest, 1940s

Rustic Primitive Natural Pine Small Apothecary Chest, 1940s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

A handcrafted small-scale cabinetry piece constructed from solid pine, dating to the 1940s. The

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Folk Art Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Rustic European Solid Wood Table, Europe ca 1940s
Rustic European Solid Wood Table, Europe ca 1940s

Rustic European Solid Wood Table, Europe ca 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

objects, such as furniture to nature. This rustic, solid wood table is a perfect example of this sentiment

Category

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

Materials

Wood

1940's Strap Leather Turned Wood Pair of Tabourets/ Stools, SPAIN
1940's Strap Leather Turned Wood Pair of Tabourets/ Stools, SPAIN

1940's Strap Leather Turned Wood Pair of Tabourets/ Stools, SPAIN

Located in North Miami, FL

These are a pair of Spanish 1940's woven leather strap stools over mahogany turned wood frame

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Rustic Stools

Materials

Brass

1940s Hand Made Rustic Benches Found In Texas Famrhouse
1940s Hand Made Rustic Benches Found In Texas Famrhouse

1940s Hand Made Rustic Benches Found In Texas Famrhouse

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc farmhouse benches that came from a farm house in Texas. This pair are built strong and are in sturdy condition. Wonder-full matching pair with an old stain finish.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Adirondack Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique 1940s Rustic Wooden Display Cabinet With Interior Mirror
Antique 1940s Rustic Wooden Display Cabinet With Interior Mirror

Antique 1940s Rustic Wooden Display Cabinet With Interior Mirror

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This charming 1940s rustic display cabinet is crafted from solid mahogany and beautifully aged with

Category

Vintage 1940s American Arts and Crafts Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Mahogany

Rustic 5 Arm Pendant in Birch, Curly Birch and Glass, Finland 1940s
Rustic 5 Arm Pendant in Birch, Curly Birch and Glass, Finland 1940s

Rustic 5 Arm Pendant in Birch, Curly Birch and Glass, Finland 1940s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful rustic style pendant in wood and curly birch veneer with opaline glass shades. The

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Rustic Carnival Wheel of Fortune Circa 1940s Folk Art Americana
Rustic Carnival Wheel of Fortune Circa 1940s Folk Art Americana

Rustic Carnival Wheel of Fortune Circa 1940s Folk Art Americana

Located in Oakland, CA

Rustic carnival "Wheel of Fortune" circa 1940s, constructed of various solid woods both solid and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Carnival Art

Materials

Metal

1940s Rustic Hand Forged Iron Tall Floor Candle Holder
1940s Rustic Hand Forged Iron Tall Floor Candle Holder

1940s Rustic Hand Forged Iron Tall Floor Candle Holder

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1940s Hand Forged Old Iron Standing Floor Candle Holder 43.75 x 14.25 x 14.25 preowned original

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Rustic French Provincial Oak and Rush Armchair, 1940s
Rustic French Provincial Oak and Rush Armchair, 1940s

Rustic French Provincial Oak and Rush Armchair, 1940s

Located in Almelo, NL

Rustic French Provincial Oak and Rush Armchair, 1940s This French Provincial armchair from the

Category

Vintage 1940s French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rustic Five Arm Chandelier, Patinated Iron & Wood, Italian, 1940s
Rustic Five Arm Chandelier, Patinated Iron & Wood, Italian, 1940s

Rustic Five Arm Chandelier, Patinated Iron & Wood, Italian, 1940s

Located in Malibu, CA

Five Arm Greige Metal Chandelier with Fluted Wood Cups. Vintage Italian rustic five arm wood &

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Sheet Metal

Rustic French Coat Rack, Wooden Faux Bamboo, Mid-Century, 1940s
Rustic French Coat Rack, Wooden Faux Bamboo, Mid-Century, 1940s

Rustic French Coat Rack, Wooden Faux Bamboo, Mid-Century, 1940s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Rustic French Mid-Century Modern bamboo style wooden coat rack with three large rounded pegs and

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

1940s Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6
1940s Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6

1940s Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6 France, circa 1940s Handcrafted

Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid‑Century Rustic French Tree Trunk Stool, France 1940s
Mid‑Century Rustic French Tree Trunk Stool, France 1940s

Mid‑Century Rustic French Tree Trunk Stool, France 1940s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A wonderfully authentic example of French rustic design, this 1940 tree‑trunk stool captures the

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Rustic Milk Jug Drink Table with Steel Base and Marble Top, 1940s
Rustic Milk Jug Drink Table with Steel Base and Marble Top, 1940s

Rustic Milk Jug Drink Table with Steel Base and Marble Top, 1940s

Located in Round Top, TX

Early 20th C. milk jug with broken and repaired marble top, the perfect weathered and rustic drink

Category

Early 20th Century American Primitive End Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

1940s French Rustic Louis Style Blue Yellow Silk Satin Bergere Chairs, Set of 2
1940s French Rustic Louis Style Blue Yellow Silk Satin Bergere Chairs, Set of 2

1940s French Rustic Louis Style Blue Yellow Silk Satin Bergere Chairs, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

rustic frames and down cushions. Customized in silk lace and satin blended upholstery. Excellent vintage

Category

Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of 1940s rustic furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, oak and metal, every item from our selection of 1940s rustic furniture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of 1940s rustic furniture — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of 1940s rustic furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Art Deco and industrial styles are sought with frequency. Charles Dudouyt, Old Hickory Furniture Company and Goran Malmvall each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of 1940s rustic furniture that is worth considering.

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A piece of 1940s rustic furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,004, while the lowest priced sells for $25 and the highest can go for as much as $94,218.
Questions About 1940s Rustic Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    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.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    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.