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Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse, 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Marbleized Gray Bakelite Purse from the 1950's. Unusual shape with curved handles decorated with
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Marbled White Mother of Pearl Lucite Briefcase Novelty Box Purse, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A rare suitcase-style Lucite purse, this statement piece is made even more interesting by the clear
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950s cream beaded purse 1950s cream beaded clutch bag evening bag
By Coblentz
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This intricately beaded 1950's clutch bag, on a base of white cotton voile, embellished with a
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Ascot New York Oval Mother of Pearl Lucite Double Decker Box Purse, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Post-war suburban gold, this nostalgic box purse is a beautiful, functional conversation piece
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Mexican Souvenir Doll Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Mexican Souvenir Doll Purse. Adorable mini woven straw purse with whimsical three dimensional
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Black and Gold Caviar Beaded Floral Evening Purse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black and gold caviar beaded evening purse
Floral micro beaded design
Gold jeweled clasp closure
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Volupte 1950s Enamel Flower Compact Miaudiere Purse and Case
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black enamel compact, minaudiere, purse from Volupte. It has a black front decorated
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment
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1950s Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950's Beaded Evening Bag 1950's Black Micro Beaded Cocktail Bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This intricately made 1950's evening bag, embellished with black glass seed beads and small bugle
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Walborg Black Hand Beaded Envelope Evening Clutch Purse, Belgium – 1950s
By Walborg
Located in Tucson, AZ
Lightweight and flexible, this beautiful evening bag is glamorous thanks to its scrolling beadwork but remains more understated than most Walborgs due to its matte black fabric groun...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Large Gold Beaded Silk Hong Kong Made Vintage 50s Evening Clutch Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s golden fully beaded evening clutch ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads
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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Black and White Polka Dots Leatherette Purse with Matching Belt
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Black and white polka dot leatherette purse with brass hardware and black lining with two
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950's Lucite and Brass filigree box bag vintage 1950s box bag gold
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking 1950's lucite and gold toned metal box bag, in the most interesting cut out
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Gucci Vintage Navy Leather Clutch - GHW - Circa 1950's
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Vintage Navy Leather Clutch - GHW - Circa 1950's. The beautiful vintage clutch is in
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1950s Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950's Gold Glitter Lucite Box Bag Vintage 1950's Gold Metal Box Bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking 1950's lucite and gold toned metal box bag, with the most interesting cut out
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
H 2.7 in W 3.5 in L 10 in
Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via
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1950s Unknown Vintage Purses 1950s
H 4.25 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in
Ivory Pavé Pearl Bead Oval Wedding or Evening Clutch Purse, Japan – 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though it would be an eye-catching "something old" wedding accessory, this clutch is enough of a standout to hold its own in any formal setting. While its unusual oval shape is its m...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Purses 1950s
Large 1950's Coconut Straw Novelty Tote Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Step into summer with a fun and functional 1950's straw tote handbag. The exotic design will
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1950s Unknown Vintage Purses 1950s
Brown Matte Alligator Top Handle Hourglass Purse with Comb and Mirror, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
: Sterling
***PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO EXPORT RESTRICTIONS THIS ITEM MAY ONLY BE SHIPPED TO A U.S. ADDRESS***
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Jean Bernard Figural Black Suede Bag, Paris 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Charming Jean Bernard Figural black suede bag from Paris, 1950's. Black fluted half moon shape with
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1950s French Vintage Purses 1950s
Burnished Gray and Gold Accordion File Box Purse with Buckle Top Handle, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A structured, ladylike handbag for ALL fifty shades of gray, this purse combines polish and
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
H 6 in W 9 in D 2.75 in
New Walborg Black Wood Bead and Chenille Top Handle Pochette Purse– Japan, 1950s
By Walborg
Located in Tucson, AZ
opening center change purse-style pocket and two side compartments. Petite but practical, the hand-strung
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1950s Japanese Vintage Purses 1950s
H 7 in W 7 in D 4 in
Vintage 1950's Pearl and silver beaded clutch bag small evening bag pearl bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful 1950's beaded clutch bag, embellished with champagne pearlised plastic beads and gun
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950's Silver and Pink Rhinestone Handbag Chain Handbag Fifties Bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A sparkling statement piece to your cocktail wardrobe. This 1950's evening bag, embellished with
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Clutch bag 1950s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
NOT SIGNED -Pocket embroidered with a floral pattern on off-white background. Silk interior.
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Good condition
Dimensions:
Height: 12 cm - Length: 20 cm - Depth: 2 cm
SKU:...
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950s Sterle Gold Purse
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Signed by Sterle
Circa 1950s
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
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Diamond, 18k Gold
1950s Brown Evening Bag
Located in London, GB
A late 1950s supple brown evening bag featuring one compartment, fully lined in a green faille
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20th Century Vintage Purses 1950s
An Amazing 1950s Wicker, Brass and Orange Leather Italian Hand-Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a charming and high-quality 1950s Italian handbag that beautifully blends rustic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Vintage Black Crocodile Structured Top Handle Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic and very chic crocodile handbag from the 1950's made in France exclusively for Creeds, a
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1950s French Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s White Pearl Bead Encrusted Vintage Bridal Wedding Vintage 50s Clutch Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful midcentury 1950s pearl encrusted clutch ! Features hundreds of hand-sewn pearls and beads
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1950s Japanese Vintage Purses 1950s
Black Satin Scarf and Matching Evening Clutch with Gold Embroidery – 53”, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
When no self-respecting woman left the house with mismatched accessories comes this matching scarf and evening clutch set, which would look devastating with our gold lamé and black s...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Wicker Race Horse & Jockey Handbag Designed by Atlas
By Atlas
Located in University City, MO
1950s Whimsical wicker race horse handbag designed by Atlas of Miami
The retro vinyl wicker
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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Suede Minaudiere Compact Evening Bag with Medallion Front
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black suede minaudiere compact wallet evening bag. It has a top handle with suede fringe tassels on the ends, a gold metal top snap button closing and frame, and a detai...
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1950s Mid-Century Bakelite and Brass Italian Shoulder Mini Bag. The bag is a striking
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage 1950s Aqua Blue Beaded Handbag
Located in London, GB
A truly prized vintage handbag from the 1950s. Dazzlingly in its shimmering textures, its
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1950s Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas Vinyl Wicker Horse Themed Handbag
By Atlas
Located in University City, MO
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas vinyl wicker horse themed handbag
The charming retro handbag is
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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s High Quality Italian Top Handle Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a vintage 1950s high-quality Italian top-handle bag, featuring an elegant and intricate
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
American tourister overnight case / hatbox, 1950s
By American Tourister
Located in Amsterdam, NL
American Tourister hatbox or overnight case.
Material: leather trim with pink satin interior.
From Providence Rhode Island
sizes: Diameter 40 cm x Depth 18 cm
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Gold Plated Flower Filigree Black and Clear Lucite Handbag circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
is crazed. The fittings work well.
This is a beautiful gold plated and lucite handbag, circa 1950s.
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1950s North American Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite 1950s Italian evening bag is a sophisticated blend of materials and textures
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Mid-Century Gold Metal Italian Evening Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1950s gold metal mesh evening bag exemplifies the elegance and glitz of Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Black & Cream Crochet Drawstring Pouch Handbag W Stripes & Square Beads
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black & Cream Crochet Drawstring Pouch Handbag W Stripes & Square Beads. Bullseye-resin
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Delvaux Vintage Canvas Leather Travel Suitcase, 1950s
By Delvaux
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Delvaux- Collector's item
rare Vintage 1950s monogrammed canvas and leather suitcase travel bag
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1950s Belgian Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Round Navy & Silver Metallic Crochet Summer Handbag W/ Wooden Beading
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Round Navy & Silver Metallic Crochet Drawstring Summer Handbag W/ Wooden Beading. Resin
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1950s Unknown Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Black Beaded Evening Bag with Red Roses
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The most beautiful evening bag from the 1950s. This piece is completely encrusted in tiny jet black
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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Apricot and Clear Carved Lucite Barrel Florida Bag
Located in London, GB
1950s clear and pearlescent apricot carved lucite drum or barrel-shaped bag. One of the most
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Late 1950s Rosenfeld Black Satin Circle Handle Evening Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Late 1950's Twifaille by Rosenfeld black satin evening bag. The circular handle has gold and
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Black Beaded and Floral Tapestry Embroidered Handbag circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
beads, and possibly a very few missing beads.
This is a really lovely bag circa 1950s. Made in Hong
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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Purses 1950s
Merlot Leather Bag With Custom LOVE Graffiti Art, 1950s
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Merlot leather handbag with hand-painted custom LOVE graffiti art. Original working locks and
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1950s French Vintage Purses 1950s
A 1950s High Quality Black Leather Italian Miniature Hand Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This elegant vintage 1950s black top-handle bag exudes timeless sophistication and classic style
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1950s Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s High Quality Burgundy Leather and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite 1950s Italian shoulder bag is a testament to timeless elegance and expert
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
1950s Art Deco Fake Tortoiseshell Bakelite Italian Minaudière by Ipes
Located in Aci Castello, IT
lightweight, wearable functionality.
From early 1950s, this piece captures the glamorous utilitarianism of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
H 6.3 in W 7.09 in D 1.58 in L 24.02 in
1950s Kahn of Florida Gold Confetti Lucite Double Handled Bag
By Charles S. Kahn, Inc.
Located in London, GB
1950s clear and pearlescent hexagonal confetti lucite bag. The original label reads 'Charles S
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1950s American Vintage Purses 1950s
Vintage Bag in black red and beige Chenille by 'Garay' in the 1950s USA
By Garay
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A fun young bag designed in the 1950s USA with one longer handle made of printed Velvet/Chenille
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1940s American Vintage Purses 1950s
An Elegant 1950s Burgundy Leather and Bakelite Clasp Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This elegant 1950s Italian shoulder bag exudes timeless sophistication with its rich burgundy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
H 6.7 in W 12.21 in D 1.58 in L 18.51 in
Josef Attrib. Silk Brocade Chinoiserie Handbag w Cabochon Studded Flap, 1950s
By Bags by Josef
Located in Tucson, AZ
angles of the purse to be seen to full effect, while the slipper satin change purse—tethered to the
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1950s French Vintage Purses 1950s
H 5.25 in W 9 in D 1.5 in
An Elegant 1950s Retro Black Leather and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is an elegant Italian shoulder bag from the 1950s, showcasing a luxurious combination of black
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Purses 1950s
H 7.88 in W 11.03 in D 2.37 in L 25.6 in
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Vintage Purses 1950S For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage purses 1950s. If you’re looking for Black vintage purses 1950s and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Gray and more. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage purses 1950s such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Koret, Elsa Schiaparelli and Josef are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.
How Much are Vintage Purses 1950S?
On average, vintage purses 1950s on 1stDibs sell for $700, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $6,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.
Finding the Right Handbags-purses-bags for You
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
Questions About Vintage Purses 1950s
- What is a vintage purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A vintage purse is a purse which is at least 20 years old. The appeal of vintage bags has broadened over time, and today, vintage purses from Chanel, Hermès and other luxury fashion brands are in high demand. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of vintage and designer purses and other bags.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 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.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
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