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1950s Cocktail Shaker

1930's-1950's Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Bakelite Handle
1930's-1950's Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Bakelite Handle

1930's-1950's Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Bakelite Handle

By Farber Bros.

Located in Louisville, KY

cocktail shaker was made by Farber Bros Krome Kraft, out of New York c. 1930's-1950's. This Art Deco chrome

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

1950s Blue Glass Bartender Large Cocktail Shaker
1950s Blue Glass Bartender Large Cocktail Shaker

1950s Blue Glass Bartender Large Cocktail Shaker

Located in Stamford, CT

Large glass bartenders guide cocktail shaker. Blue glass with various printed cocktail recipes

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

French Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker, c. 1950s
French Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker, c. 1950s

French Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker, c. 1950s

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Mid-century stainless steel cocktail shaker sourced in France. Streamlined modernist form with

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Stainless Steel

1950s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by OLRI. Made in Italy
1950s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by OLRI. Made in Italy

1950s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by OLRI. Made in Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1950s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by OLRI silver plated, signed at the bottom in excellent condition

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

1950s Gorgeous Bohemian Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker, Made in Italy
1950s Gorgeous Bohemian Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker, Made in Italy

1950s Gorgeous Bohemian Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker, Made in Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1950s Gorgeous Bohemian cut crystal cocktail shaker in excellent condition. Made in Italy diam 3,93

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Cut Glass

Roberto Sambonet Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker, Italy, 1950s Design
Roberto Sambonet Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker, Italy, 1950s Design

Roberto Sambonet Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker, Italy, 1950s Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

shaker in Italy in the 1950s. Its beautiful modernist design features a minimalist pattern, a removable

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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

1930s–1950s Fluted Glass Cocktail Shaker with Silver-Plated Top
1930s–1950s Fluted Glass Cocktail Shaker with Silver-Plated Top

1930s–1950s Fluted Glass Cocktail Shaker with Silver-Plated Top

Located in North Charleston, SC

Elegant vintage cocktail shaker featuring a fluted, vertically paneled glass body paired with a

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Mid-20th Century Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

A 1950s French silver plated and ruby cut glass cocktail shaker
A 1950s French silver plated and ruby cut glass cocktail shaker

A 1950s French silver plated and ruby cut glass cocktail shaker

Located in London, GB

A 1950s French nickel plated and ruby cut glass cocktail shaker with removable top.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Nickel

1940s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by St. Hilaire, Made in France
1940s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by St. Hilaire, Made in France

1940s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker by St. Hilaire, Made in France

Located in Milano, IT

1950s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker in Silver Plated. Made in Francia in excellent condition. Made in

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

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Sterling Silver Overlay Cocktail Set
Sterling Silver Overlay Cocktail Set

Sterling Silver Overlay Cocktail Set

Located in Nantucket, MA

1950s cocktail shaker and pitcher in clear glass with silver overlay. Each piece with a large

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Silver plated cocktail shaker by Gorham, 1950's
Silver plated cocktail shaker by Gorham, 1950's

Silver plated cocktail shaker by Gorham, 1950's

By Gorham

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Tapered cylinder shape silver plated cocktail shaker with threaded pouring spout on a pressure

Category

Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Stainless Steel

1950s Glass Bartenders Cocktail Shaker
1950s Glass Bartenders Cocktail Shaker

1950s Glass Bartenders Cocktail Shaker

Located in Stamford, CT

1950s Retro style cocktail shaker. Metal lid with attached spoon. Glass design features various

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Recipe / menu cocktail shaker 1950s
Vintage Recipe / menu cocktail shaker 1950s

Vintage Recipe / menu cocktail shaker 1950s

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H 9.85 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Vintage Recipe / menu cocktail shaker 1950s

By Maple & Co.

Located in Dereham, GB

Vintage silver plated Recipe/menu cocktail shaker 1950s The Arrow on the outer case points to the

Category

Vintage 1950s British Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

1950s Italian Crystal Cocktail Shaker
1950s Italian Crystal Cocktail Shaker

1950s Italian Crystal Cocktail Shaker

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H 8.27 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in

1950s Italian Crystal Cocktail Shaker

Located in Florence, Tuscany

A very elegant cut glass crystal Italian cocktail shaker made in the 1950s and still in excellent

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Vintage 1950s Italian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver

Vintage Cocktail Shaker
Vintage Cocktail Shaker

Vintage Cocktail Shaker

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H 10 in W 4 in D 10 in

Vintage Cocktail Shaker

Located in Tarry Town, NY

A 1950s vintage hammered cocktail shaker with handle and detachable sprout with screw cover

Category

Vintage 1950s Pitchers

Materials

Pewter

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Amber Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura
1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Amber Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Amber Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

By Macabo, Aldo Tura

Located in Aci Castello, IT

An elegant brass and amber painted goatskin cocktail shaker designed and manufactured in the

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Amber Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura
1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Amber Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Amber Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

By Aldo Tura

Located in Aci Castello, IT

An elegant brass and amber painted goatskin cocktail shaker designed and manufactured in the

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Silver Cocktail Shaker, circa 1950s
Silver Cocktail Shaker, circa 1950s

Silver Cocktail Shaker, circa 1950s

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H 8.47 in Dm 3.55 in

Silver Cocktail Shaker, circa 1950s

Located in Braintree, GB

Silver cocktail shaker Maker: Unknown Possibly American, circa 1950s Dimensions: Diameter x

Category

Vintage 1950s American Barware

Materials

Silver

1950s Chrome and Glass Cocktail Shaker
1950s Chrome and Glass Cocktail Shaker

1950s Chrome and Glass Cocktail Shaker

Located in Atlanta, GA

Great looking 1950s German chromed metal and glass cylindrical cocktail or martini Shaker. Three

Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

French 1950s Chrome Metal Cocktail Shaker
French 1950s Chrome Metal Cocktail Shaker

French 1950s Chrome Metal Cocktail Shaker

Located in Atlanta, GA

Charming 1950s French chromed metal cylindrical cocktail or Martini shaker. Three sectioned

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

French 1950s Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker
French 1950s Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker

French 1950s Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker

By Gelb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant French modernist silver plate cylindrical cocktail or Martini shaker by silversmith Gelb

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Vintage 1950s French Minimalist Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

1950s Gorgeous Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker. Made in Italy
1950s Gorgeous Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker. Made in Italy

1950s Gorgeous Cut Crystal Cocktail Shaker. Made in Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1950s Gorgeous cut crystal and pewter cocktail shaker in excellent condition. Made in Italy

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Carl Auböck Nickel-Plated Cocktail Shaker, Brass, Leather, Austria, 1950s
Carl Auböck Nickel-Plated Cocktail Shaker, Brass, Leather, Austria, 1950s

Carl Auböck Nickel-Plated Cocktail Shaker, Brass, Leather, Austria, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful Mid-Century Modernist cocktail shaker from the 1950s, designed and executed by Carl

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass, Nickel

1950s Crystal Val Saint Lambert Cocktail Shaker with Silver Plated Top
1950s Crystal Val Saint Lambert Cocktail Shaker with Silver Plated Top

1950s Crystal Val Saint Lambert Cocktail Shaker with Silver Plated Top

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in London, GB

A 1950s crystal Val Saint Lambert cocktail shaker with silver plated top with leaf detail around

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

1950s Val Saint Lambert Crystal Cocktail Shaker and Matching Ice Bucket
1950s Val Saint Lambert Crystal Cocktail Shaker and Matching Ice Bucket

1950s Val Saint Lambert Crystal Cocktail Shaker and Matching Ice Bucket

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in London, GB

A 1950s Val Saint Lambert crystal and silver plate cocktail Shaker and matching ice bucket with

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

1950s Stunning MEPRA Cocktail Shaker in Stainless Steel, Made in Italy
1950s Stunning MEPRA Cocktail Shaker in Stainless Steel, Made in Italy

1950s Stunning MEPRA Cocktail Shaker in Stainless Steel, Made in Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1950s stunning MEPRA cocktail shaker in stainless steel Made in Italy. The item is in good

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Stainless Steel

French 1950s Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by Gelb Paris
French 1950s Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by Gelb Paris

French 1950s Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by Gelb Paris

By Gelb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant French modernist silver plate cylindrical cocktail or Martini shaker by silversmith Gelb

Category

Vintage 1950s French Minimalist Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

1950s French Silver Plate Miniature Shaker Cocktail Picks Set
1950s French Silver Plate Miniature Shaker Cocktail Picks Set

1950s French Silver Plate Miniature Shaker Cocktail Picks Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

cocktail shaker. Eight picks with plastic alcohol bottles finial can be removed from the plastic insert and

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

1930s–1950s Silver-Plated Cocktail Shaker – Streamlined Art Deco Form
1930s–1950s Silver-Plated Cocktail Shaker – Streamlined Art Deco Form

1930s–1950s Silver-Plated Cocktail Shaker – Streamlined Art Deco Form

Located in North Charleston, SC

A classic vintage cocktail shaker in silverplate, dating from the 1930s–1950s and showcasing the

Category

Mid-20th Century Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Aldo Tura Splashy Shaker Cocktail Mixer by Macabo Milano Mixology Italy 1950s
Aldo Tura Splashy Shaker Cocktail Mixer by Macabo Milano Mixology Italy 1950s

Aldo Tura Splashy Shaker Cocktail Mixer by Macabo Milano Mixology Italy 1950s

By Aldo Tura

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your enjoyment: Aldo Tura Splashy shaker cocktail drink mixer by Cusano Milano Mixology from

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Art Deco Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by Gelb, Paris 1950s
Art Deco Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by Gelb, Paris 1950s

Art Deco Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by Gelb, Paris 1950s

By Gelb

Located in Atlanta, GA

silversmith Gelb, Paris, in the 1950s. The three-sectioned cocktail shaker has a removable cap and filter

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

1950s Val St Lambert Crystal and Gold-Plated Cocktail Shaker and Ice Bucket
1950s Val St Lambert Crystal and Gold-Plated Cocktail Shaker and Ice Bucket

1950s Val St Lambert Crystal and Gold-Plated Cocktail Shaker and Ice Bucket

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in London, GB

A stunning Val St Lambert crystal cocktail shaker and matching ice bucket with faceted block

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

1950s Mid-century Modern green Goatskin and Brass Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura
1950s Mid-century Modern green Goatskin and Brass Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

1950s Mid-century Modern green Goatskin and Brass Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

By Aldo Tura

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning Mid-century Modern cocktail shaker is an authentic piece of 1950s design by the

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Green Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura
1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Green Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Green Goatskin Cocktail Shaker by Aldo Tura

By Aldo Tura

Located in Aci Castello, IT

An elegant brass and green painted goatskin cocktail shaker designed and manufactured in the

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

1950's Enamel and glass Hollywood cocktail shaker
1950's Enamel and glass Hollywood cocktail shaker

1950's Enamel and glass Hollywood cocktail shaker

Located in New York, NY

This is a neat shaker. It is most likely Czech glass with enamel hand painted characters. We

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Vintage 1950s Czech Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Penguin Shaker
Vintage Penguin Shaker

Vintage Penguin Shaker

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H 10.5 in W 7.5 in D 5 in

Vintage Penguin Shaker

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is a vintage penguin cocktail shaker, circa 1950s. Nickel-plated.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Barware

Materials

Metal

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1950s Cocktail Shaker For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1950s cocktail shaker you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every 1950s cocktail shaker was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1950s cocktail shaker, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1950s cocktail shaker, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 1950s cocktail shaker has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Val Saint Lambert, Aldo Tura and Gelb are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950s Cocktail Shaker?

The average selling price for a 1950s cocktail shaker at 1stDibs is $850, while they’re typically $85 on the low end and $19,279 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Barware for You

Whether it’s streamlined or sophisticated, a bar area is always a welcoming feature in any home interior. A cheery well-made drink with friends and family has the potential to yield some unforgettable moments alongside those that aren’t easily remembered. And the only way to conjure that exemplary cordial is by putting the proper antique or vintage barware to work.

Essential barware equipment ranges from sterling-silver barspoons for mixing your cocktails in tall collins glasses to jiggers, shakers and strainers that allow you to whip up martinis and old-fashioneds.

From a design standpoint, some barware, such as our array of Art Deco glass whiskey sets or mid-century modern silver-banded tumblers crafted by Dorothy Thorpe, can help position your bar as a bold and attractive centerpiece to a room. At the very least, a carefully curated collection of barware can elevate with subtlety the bar’s nearby fixtures, as a handcrafted crystal decanter might do for your vintage 1960s bar cart.

As cocktail hour draws near, find inspiration in our gorgeous gallery of home bars in locales ranging from London to New York to San Francisco, and browse the exquisite selection of antique, new and vintage barware and glassware on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1950s Cocktail Shaker
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many brands of cocktail shakers – the best cocktail shaker is a matter of preference. However, the Boston shaker is considered to be the best cocktail shaker because of its large capacity and efficiency. You can use it for shaking or stirring a cocktail. As it's a multi-tasker, it is very popular. Shop a variety of antique cocktail shakers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A Parisian cocktail shaker is a shaker that has a bottom and a removable top. In this way, the design is similar to that of a cobbler shaker. However, the Parisian shaker doesn’t have the strainer found in most cobblers. Shop a range of cocktail shakers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many types of cocktail shakers, but the two most common are the Boston shaker and the Cobbler shaker. A Cobbler shaker features a built-in strainer to make pouring drinks simple for the novice bartender. The Boston shaker does not have a strainer. Browse a collection of cocktail shakers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some 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, 2024
    The 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, 2023
    In 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, 2023
    In 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, 2023
    There 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, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank 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.