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1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale. Originally from the 1950's, and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Silk
Minimalist Oak Sofa/Daybed by Borge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid oak frame platform with two tapered plinth legs and a vertical slatted back. The back is attached to the base with dowels across the platform and secured by black steel brace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Daybeds
Materials
Wood
Red Mohair Sofa and Convertible Daybed, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dramatic mid-century red mohair sofa that converts to a daybed in a great size. Asymmetric with dog
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Mohair, Wood
1950s Vintage Mel Bogart Daybed for Felmore Sofa Daybed
By Mel Bogart
Located in Monrovia, CA
FELMORE low slung sofa daybed 1950s Designed by Mel Bogart.
Vintage 1950s Daybed Designed by Mel
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Peter Hvidt Gray Daybed or Sofa, Denmark 1950s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Berlin, DE
Peter Hvidt daybed or sofa in teak, Denmark 1950s. New upholstered in Raf Simons Kvadrat Fabric.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Daybed - Sofa by DOMUS KG, Schwaikheim, 1950s
By Domus
Located in Halle, DE
Domus KG sofa bed from the 50s. Great constructive design that shows the design visions and
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Original 1950s Danish 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
1950s Danish 3-seat sofa or daybed
Lovely 1950s part wood framed sofa in very good condition, it
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
1950s Style Osvaldo Borsani Italian Sofa Daybed from Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1950s Italian Sofa-Day Bed manner of architect designer Osvaldo Borsani
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Teak Daybed Sofa by Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Finland 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Rīga, LV
This minimalist sofa is made of two teak boards on solid beech wood legs. Zipped cushions are
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Italian 1950's Iron Daybed in Warm Brown Boucle
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1950s Italian daybed featuring an elegant white metal frame with a gracefully curved back, high
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in München, Bavaria
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This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
1950s Hans J Wegner Daybed Model Ge19 by GETAMA, Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with good original corduroy fabric
- sturdy and stable.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Daybed or Sofa by Robin Day for Hille, 1950s
By Hille, Robin Day
Located in everton lymington, GB
Robin Day double convertible sofa-bed for Hille - England. Classic sofa bed. Easy to use mechanism
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Danish Tove & Kindt-Larsen Green Wool & Teak Sofa Daybed Midcentury 1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish mint green wool four-seater sofa designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 31.11 in W 81.89 in D 30.71 in
Lovely Sofa and Daybed of White Wool by Ire Möbler, 1950s, Sweden
By Ire Mobel 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
the 1950s, Sweden. The back is removable in which makes this a perfect extra bed as well. The sofa is
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wool, Birch
MidCentury German Extendable Beech Wood Daybed Sofa from Knoll Antimott, 1950s
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Riga, Latvia
Freestanding model by Walter/Wilhelm Knoll from 1950s. Daybed has an adjustable backrest and an
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Sofa/ Daybed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, Netherlands, 1950s
By Rob Parry, Gelderland
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
This sofa is designed by Rob Parry and produced by Gelderland. This specific design with
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Elegant 1950s Sofa with Folding Mechanism, Reupholstered
Located in Karlsruhe, DE
Elegant, streamlined sofa from the 1950s. Professionally restored and reupholstered inside-out with
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric
1940’s/1950’s Daybed Sofa
Located in London, Lambeth
Hard to find Austrian 2 seater sofa daybed with folding down wood and
Rattan arms fully sprung
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Mid Century Modern Velvet Daybed Sofa in the Style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Raleigh, NC
1950s daybed sofa, extremely well made and newly reupholstered in a light blue suede. This piece
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Walter Knoll Teak & Newly Upholstered Daybed/ Sofa for Knoll Antimott, 1950's
By Knoll Antimott, Walter Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
This sofa daybed was designed by Walter Knoll for Knoll Antimott in the 1950s Germany.
Frame is
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.68 in W 74.81 in D 33.08 in
Walter Knoll Teak & Newly Upholstered Daybed/ Sofa for Knoll Antimott, 1950's
By Knoll Antimott, Walter Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
This sofa daybed was designed by Walter Knoll for Knoll Antimott in the 1950s Germany.
Frame is
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.68 in W 74.81 in D 33.08 in
Grey Wool Toothill Sofa & Daybed, 1950s
By Toothill
Located in Otley, GB
& copper fittings. Originally sold through Harrods & Heals, the sofa transforms easily into a daybed with a
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Daybed Sofa Sofa bed Guest bed Canapé Walter Knoll 1950s
Located in Telgte, DE
For sale is an original Walter Knoll sofa bed/daybed from the 1950s, a well thought-out and
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1950’s sofa bed/mid century modern daybed
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in London, Lambeth
Superbly re upholstered sofa bed with a wonderful light blue cotton fabric, easily goes from a sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton
1950s Teak, Cane and Velvet Modular Sofa or Daybed
Located in Geneva, CH
1950s teak frame, cane backrest, velvet cushions sofa.
Black top folding side tables can be
Category
Vintage 1950s European Daybeds
Materials
Velvet, Cane, Teak
Daybed Sofa by Rob Parry for Gelderland, 1950s
By Gelderland, Robert Parry
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Beautiful daybed sofa by Rob Parry for Gelderland with solid teak armrests.
The armrests have been
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
1950s Solid American Walnut Sofa or Daybed with Attached Table
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking solid walnut frame sofa or daybed, with attached side table, removable back cushion
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Slat Daybed, Sofa, Mahogany and Zebrano Wood, France, 1950s
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Mid-Century Modern French slat daybed, circa 1950.
Solid mahogany (Sapele) and Zebrano veneer
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Zebra Wood
H 16.54 in W 92.52 in D 27.17 in
Retro Sofa/Daybed by Wilhelm Knoll Vintage, 1950s
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely stunning sofa bed of the utmost quality, made by Wilhelm Knoll and dating
Category
Vintage 1950s German Daybeds
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Sofa, Daybed, Denmark, 1950s, Model Minerva
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Antwerp, BE
upholstery and comfortable spring mattress.
Minimalistic daybed/sofa model FD 417 'Minerva' by Peter Hvidt
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 76.78 in L 29.93 in
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Knoll 'Stella’ Convertible Daybed Sofa Couch
By Knoll, Walter Knoll
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
1950s Mid-Century Modern Knoll ‘Stella’ convertible daybed/sofa. Petite when folded, the sofa uses
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
H 28.75 in W 63 in L 28.75 in
Teak Scandinavian Daybed Sofa with Extractable Coffee Tables, 1950s
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Manufacturer: Unknown
Country: Netherlands or Scandinavia
Model: Daybed sofa
Design period: 1950-1959
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Minimalistic Sofa Daybed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, 1950s
By Gelderland, Robert Parry
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
beautiful minimalistic designs.
We always have multiple models of (daybed) sofa’s in stock that still
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Josef Pentenrieder Daybed, Sofa, 1950s, for Hans Kaufeld, Germany
By Marc Josef, Hans Kaufeld
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful and rare 3-seater daybed/sofa can be used as a daybed by folding down the back rest
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Tufted Vinyl Daybed Sofa, 1950s
Located in Harlingen, TX
This sleek low profile vintage mid-century modern daybed style lounge sofa flaunts a minimalist
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser BR03 Sofa Daybed For ‘T Spectrum, 1950s
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Early Edition of the iconic BR03 Sofa bed by Martin Visser for ‘T Spectrum, The Netherlands, 1956
Category
Vintage 1950s Daybeds
Materials
Metal
1950s American Modern Mid Century Sofa Daybed in Solid Walnut Frame
By Brown Saltman
Located in San Diego, CA
its removable and converts into daybed, new fabric and new foam solid and sturdy the frame has been
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rare 1950s Sofa and Daybed by Walter Knoll for Antimott, New Upholstered
By Walter Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
This sofa daybed was designed by Walter Knoll for Knoll Antimott in the 1950s. It is made from
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
H 32.29 in W 66.93 in D 31.5 in
Sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s.
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare sofa or daybed ‘Model No 4311’ designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Retro Sofa Bed or Daybed by Wilhelm Knoll, Vintage 1950s
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and practical sofa bed, this was made by Wilhelm Knoll and dates from around the
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Daybeds
1950's Original Mid Century Sofa - Daybed By Miroslav Navratil - Interieur Praha
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Mid Century Sofa – Daybed By Miroslav Navratil – Interieur Praha
1970’s Original
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 29.53 in W 77.17 in D 29.14 in
1950 ' s HANS WEGNER SOFA/ DAY BED FOR GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful 1950 ' s Hans Wagner day bed, the back can be lift up, and become a bed, ( see in
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Daybeds
Mid-Century Modern Orange Convertible Daybed Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Restored Mid-Century Modern daybed sofa, vintage 1950s. This authentic retro sofa has been
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Oak
Daybed or Sofa by Robin Day for Hille, 1950s
By Robin Day, Hille
Located in London, GB
Minimal daybed or sofa, by Robin Day, (1915-2010).
Elegant slim design with teak arms and
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Rob Parry Sofa, Daybed for Gelderland, Dutch Modern Design, 1950s
By Rob Parry, Gelderland
Located in The Hague, NL
This beautiful sofa designed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, 1950s.
Minimalistic and elegant Dutch
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Restored Daybed Sofa Model 102-L, 1950s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Hartford, CT
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Magnificent and coveted Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates daybed sofa that has been refurbished in a rust
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
H 29.5 in W 76 in D 29.5 in
Reupholstered Grey Vintage Sofa or Daybed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, 1950s
By Gelderland, Robert Parry
Located in Berlin, Germany
This sofa was designed by Rob Parry and produced by Gelderland in the Netherlands in the 1950s. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in
Sofa or Daybed Model FD451 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Karis, Nyland
Beautiful sofa or daybed model FD 451 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Cane
H 31.11 in W 64.97 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Antimott Series by Walter Knoll, Germany, 1950s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in München, Bavaria
comfortable sofa is part of the Antimott series and was designed and manufactured by Walter Knoll in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery
H 30.71 in W 64.97 in D 31.5 in
Minimalist 1950s Swiss Sofa Bed
Located in Geneva, CH
Minimalist 1950s Swiss EA-616 sofa bed by Ernst Ambühler
Original wool upholstery, new foam
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Sofa or Daybed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, Netherlands, Late 1950s
By Gelderland, Robert Parry
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This sofa is a design by Rob Parry for the company Gelderland. A more rare design with upholstered
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Retro Sofa Bed by Wilhelm Knoll, Vintage, 1950s
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in London, GB
A beautifully styled, comfortable and top quality sofa bed, this was made by Wilhelm Knoll, it
Category
Vintage 1950s Daybeds
Materials
Cherry
1950s Osvaldo Borsani Italian Midcentury Modern Daybed Sofa Model D70 for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Iconic folding daybed sofa designed by Italian Osvaldo Borsani and manufactured by Tecno Italy in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 33.47 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
Danish Retro Sofa Bed, Vintage, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A stylish, comfortable and very practical sofa bed, this dates from the 1950s-1960s and was
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Daybeds
Materials
Cherry
Danish Retro Sofa Bed Vintage, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and comfortable vintage sofa bed, this was made in Denmark, it dates from around the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Daybeds
Mid-Century Sofa, Daybed Minerva by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, 1950s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in München, Bavaria
proportions make this sofa one of the most popular designs of the Danish mid century era. The couch comes with
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
1950s Magic Day Bed Sofa Model Stella (no. 5920) By Wilhelm Knoll Germany
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Extraordinary 1950's "Magic Sofa", model Stella by Wilhelm Knoll, Germany
A subtle barrel-arbor
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Chrome
H 31.5 in W 63.78 in L 31.5 in
1950s Vintage Sofa Bed by Wilhelm Knoll
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and stylish vintage German sofa bed, this was made by Wilhelm Knoll in the 1950s-1960s
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Sofa Swedish Design Armchairs in Wood Cherry and Velvet, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa of the 1950s Swedish design made of cherrywood. Note the interlocking realization. The sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Velvet, Fruitwood
H 32.68 in W 53.15 in D 21.66 in
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1950s Daybed Couch For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic 1950s daybed couch available at 1stDibs. Each 1950s daybed couch for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and hardwood. There are many kinds of the 1950s daybed couch you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1950s daybed couch is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s daybed couch over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA and Hvidt & Mølgaard are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1950s Daybed Couch?
Prices for a 1950s daybed couch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,076 and can go as high as $22,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,290.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About 1950s Daybed Couch
- 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 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 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 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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