What is 1950s furniture called?

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.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

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.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

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.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

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.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

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.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

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.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

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.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

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.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

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.

1950s Desk Wooden

Oak Desk Danish

Sam Maloof Table

Pencil Holder

Silvio Cavatorta Desk

Metal Desk Tray

Small Modern Italian Desk

Vintage Animal Figurine

Kay Bojesen Hippo

Italian Florentine Wooden Gilt Desk Letter Holder, circa 1950's

$275

H 5 in W 8.5 in D 4.4 in

Italian Florentine Wooden Gilt Desk Letter Holder, circa 1950's

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming vintage Italian paper holder organizer with a top handle from the 1950's. This Mid-Century piece would be a wonderful addition to any home office, library or kitchen. We al...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Wood, Paint

1950s Wooden Desk with Claw Feet

$3,512

H 30.71 in W 43.31 in D 22.84 in

1950s Wooden Desk with Claw Feet

Located in Marbella, ES

1950s Wooden Desk with Claw Feet

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Mid-20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Franco Albini TL22 wooden desk by Poggi Pavia, Italy, 1950s

$3,980

H 29.53 in W 77.96 in D 40.56 in

Franco Albini TL22 wooden desk by Poggi Pavia, Italy, 1950s

By Poggi, Franco Albini

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

Desk with shaped top from the "TL 22" series, wooden structure, italian manufacture from the 1950s, crafted by Poggi and designed by Franco Albini.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Stately Wooden Desk with Glass Top, 1950s

$7,609

H 28.94 in W 58.27 in D 25.6 in

Italian Mid-Century Stately Wooden Desk with Glass Top, 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Milan, IT

Italian mid-century stately wooden desk with glass top 1950s Sturdy multipurpose desk with eight symmetrical drawers, on either side.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Danish Mid Century Wooden PK52 Desk by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen, 1950s

$21,658

H 27.17 in W 55.52 in D 33.47 in

Danish Mid Century Wooden PK52 Desk by Poul Kjaerholm for Rud Rasmussen, 1950s

By Poul Kjærholm, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very rare Danish mid century "PK52" academy desk for the School of Architecture in Copenhagen with a black lacquered steel base and matching dark wooden top and drawer with a magaz...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

1950s Italian ash wooden desk with two drawers in the style of Paolo Buffa

$5,129

H 31.89 in W 43.31 in D 20.87 in

1950s Italian ash wooden desk with two drawers in the style of Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in London, GB

Mid-century ‘modernist organic ‘Italian design desk/console table with 2 drawers , tapered legs crafted in Italy around 1950, this piece is a stunning example of the era's design sen...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash

Mid Century Wooden Brutalist Desk in Solid Oak, Made in France, 1950s

$1,600

H 29.93 in W 34.65 in D 22.84 in

Mid Century Wooden Brutalist Desk in Solid Oak, Made in France, 1950s

Located in Odense, DK

This desk is a classic representation of mid-century design, crafted in France during the 1950s. Made from solid oak, it exudes strength and durability. Its minimalist yet impactful ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Mid Century Wooden Dining Office Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, 1950s

$10,829

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 22.05 in

Mid Century Wooden Dining Office Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare and decorative French mid century wooden office dining box chair in stained teak with a rattan seat and back by Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier produced for Chandigarh, India ...

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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Mid Century Wooden Dining Office Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, 1950s

$11,121

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 22.05 in

Mid Century Wooden Dining Office Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare French mid century wooden office dining box chair in stained teak with a rattan seat and back by Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier produced for Chandigarh, India 1950s. In good vi...

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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Italian mid-century modern brown wooden brass plastic television by Vega, 1950s

$409

H 20.08 in W 21.07 in D 21.26 in

Italian mid-century modern brown wooden brass plastic television by Vega, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern brown wooden white plastic television by Vega, 1950s Rectangular wooden television. The screen has rounded corners and a cream colored plastic frame, under...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Small Globe with Wooden Base, by Prof Paul Rath, 1950s

$355Sale Price|20% Off

H 6.7 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Midcentury Small Globe with Wooden Base, by Prof Paul Rath, 1950s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Germany Made of paper, wood Original condition.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood, Paper

Vintage Wooden Desk Chair 1930s–1950s, Belgian Beech Wood Chair, Mid Century

$380

H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in

Vintage Wooden Desk Chair 1930s–1950s, Belgian Beech Wood Chair, Mid Century

Located in Hannover, DE

Vintage Belgian Chair, 1930s–1950s A charming vintage chair from Belgium dating from the 1930s–1950s. Perfect as a desk chair or dining chair, and also works well mixed with other vi...

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Vintage 1940s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Chair 1950s Germany, Beech Wood, Mid Century Wooden Chair, Desk chair

$351

H 30.32 in W 18.12 in D 16.54 in

Vintage Chair 1950s Germany, Beech Wood, Mid Century Wooden Chair, Desk chair

Located in Hannover, DE

Vintage Chair, 1950s, Germany – Beech Wood 1 chair available. A charming vintage chair from the 1950s, likely made in Germany. The chair features a solid beech wood frame with a dar...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Danish 1950s Kay Bojesen Hippo Wooden Oak Desk Pencil Holder Figurine

$4,500

H 5.3 in W 10.6 in D 2.4 in

Vintage Danish 1950s Kay Bojesen Hippo Wooden Oak Desk Pencil Holder Figurine

By Kay Bojesen

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen designed the Hippopotamus in 1955 because he needed a device to store his pencil's. The hippo is made of oak and features an adjustable jaw allowing yo...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Oak

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Italian Desk, 1950s

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H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in

Italian Desk, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

Graceful desk Italian 1950s wooden top with a central drawer, iron legs lacquered black, brass feet

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Vintage 1950s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

20th Century Italian Old Cinema Wooden Cash Desk with Marble Inserts, 1950s

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H 52.37 in W 63 in D 43.71 in

20th Century Italian Old Cinema Wooden Cash Desk with Marble Inserts, 1950s

Located in Florence, IT

20th century Italian old cinema wooden cash desk with green guatemala marble inserts, 1950s.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Marble

1950s Italian Desk Lamp in Rattan Wooden Slats in the Taste of Gio Ponti

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H 16.74 in W 8.08 in D 6.11 in

1950s Italian Desk Lamp in Rattan Wooden Slats in the Taste of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Italian desk lamp with a black metal structure, gilded brass and thin rattan wooden slats, circa 1950. Mesures: Height. 42,5 cm Width. 20,5 cm Depth. 15,5 cm

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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Wooden Desk with Blue Glass Table Top, 1950s

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H 47.25 in W 66.93 in D 37.41 in

Italian Mid-Century Wooden Desk with Blue Glass Table Top, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

Italian Mid-Century Wooden Desk with Blue Glass Table Top, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Wooden Brutalist Desk in Solid Elm, Made in France, 1950s

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H 28.15 in W 39.38 in D 21.26 in

Mid Century Wooden Brutalist Desk in Solid Elm, Made in France, 1950s

Located in Odense, DK

Mid Century wooden brutalist desk in solid elm, made in France, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm

Italian Wooden Writing Desk Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s

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H 29.75 in W 34.25 in D 19 in

Italian Wooden Writing Desk Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Chicago, IL

A meticulously crafted 1950s solid wood desk attributed to Paola Buffa.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Faux Bamboo Wooden Desk Writing Table and Chair

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H 30.71 in W 51.19 in D 25.6 in

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Faux Bamboo Wooden Desk Writing Table and Chair

By Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi, Melchiorre Bega, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico & Luisa Parisi

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful mid-century Regency Italian writing table or desk with its paired newly upholstered chair both in greatly shaped and worked wood inspired to the typical bamboo organic bohe...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Bronze Caduceus Shaped Hanging Clock on Wooden Stand, France, 1950's

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H 12 in W 7 in D 4 in

Bronze Caduceus Shaped Hanging Clock on Wooden Stand, France, 1950's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bronze French Mid-Century pendulum clock in the shape of a "Caduceus" (a symbol for medicine). The French Coto-Flex company designed and manufactured this with the intention to be us...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

1950s Wooden Toy Train

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H 4.34 in W 48.04 in D 3.55 in

1950s Wooden Toy Train

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s wooden toy train. Beautiful aged and well used wooden toy train. Please note this is a vintage toy and is sold as a decorative item. The toy may not comply with current toy reg...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Black Office Desk & Box Chair in Teak, 1950s

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H 28.35 in W 44.89 in D 23.63 in

Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Black Office Desk & Box Chair in Teak, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very rare mid century wooden desk and box chair in black stained teak by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh, India 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier "Pigeon Hole" Mid Century Wooden Desk, 1950s

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H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 32.68 in

Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier "Pigeon Hole" Mid Century Wooden Desk, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very rare and collectible "pigeon hole" wooden desk for the administrative building in Chandigarh, India designed by Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950s Extra Large Wooden Teaching Callipers

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H 40.95 in W 19.3 in D 1.19 in

1950s Extra Large Wooden Teaching Callipers

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s extra large wooden teaching Callipers 1950s extra large wooden teaching callipers. These brilliant oversize callipers are fully functional and stand over 1m high. Worksho...

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Vintage 1950s More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

1950s Extra Large Wooden Measures Set, Four Pieces

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H 22.05 in W 7.49 in D 2.76 in

1950s Extra Large Wooden Measures Set, Four Pieces

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s extra large wooden measures set, four pieces 1950s extra large wooden measures set. Featuring an oversize Vernier calliper set and three blackboard geometric drawing shapes....

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Vintage 1950s More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

1950s Extra Large Wooden Measures Set, Three Pieces

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H 22.05 in W 7.49 in D 2.76 in

1950s Extra Large Wooden Measures Set, Three Pieces

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s extra large wooden measures set, three pieces 1950s extra large wooden measures set. Featuring an oversize Vernier calliper set and two blackboard geometric drawing shapes. Ov...

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Vintage 1950s More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Office Chair in Teak & Rattan Produced 1950s

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H 31.11 in W 20.08 in D 21.26 in

Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Office Chair in Teak & Rattan Produced 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare mid century dining / office wooden chair in teak and rattan by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh in India 1950s. In good original condition with a nice patina and letteri...

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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

1950s Spanish Painted Faux Marble Wooden Lectern Reading Desk

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H 11.82 in W 14.57 in D 9.85 in

1950s Spanish Painted Faux Marble Wooden Lectern Reading Desk

Located in Marbella, ES

1950s Spanish painted faux marble wooden lectern reading desk.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Religious Items

Materials

Wood

French Midcentury Hand Carved Wooden Desk Table Lamp Produced in France 1950s

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H 11.03 in Dm 3.94 in

French Midcentury Hand Carved Wooden Desk Table Lamp Produced in France 1950s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare midcentury hand carved desk / table lamp in solid stained oak. In good vintage condition with patina from age and use. Strong influences to works by Alexandre Noll. Shade is not...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Oak

French Sculptural Wooden Desk Table Lamp in Elm in Style of Alexandre Noll 1950s

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H 14.97 in W 9.45 in D 7.49 in

French Sculptural Wooden Desk Table Lamp in Elm in Style of Alexandre Noll 1950s

By Alexandre Noll

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare and hand made wooden lamp in solid elm in style of Alexandre Noll. Produced in France ca 1950s and a newer brass socket has been installed. In very nice condition with small sig...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Small Wooden Italian Desk by Antonio Ferretti, 1950s

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H 31.3 in W 41.74 in D 22.45 in

Mid-Century Modern Small Wooden Italian Desk by Antonio Ferretti, 1950s

By Antonio Ferretti

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern small wooden Italian desk by Antonio Ferretti, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Wooden Writing Desk in the Style of Ico Parisi, Italy, 1950s

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H 29.93 in W 54.34 in D 24.81 in

Wooden Writing Desk in the Style of Ico Parisi, Italy, 1950s

By Ico Parisi

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in mahogany and features a back-painted glass top and brass parts. It has been restored and polished with shellac. In perfect condition.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian mid-century modern wooden writing desk with a small drawer, 1950s

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H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 17.13 in

Italian mid-century modern wooden writing desk with a small drawer, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern wooden writing desk with a small drawer, 1950s Desk or small writing desk entirely made of wood.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Midcentury Wooden and Metal Desk by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s

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H 30.71 in W 38.59 in D 19.69 in

Italian Midcentury Wooden and Metal Desk by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Padova, IT

Desk produced in the 1950s by Silvio Cavatorta.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Wooden Bird Figurine Clip, Midcentury

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H 6.75 in W 2.5 in D 5 in

1950s Wooden Bird Figurine Clip, Midcentury

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a wooden bird figurine, circa 1950s. Original vintage unrestored condition.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

1950s Belgian Wooden and Metal Drawing Table

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H 65.4 in W 59.1 in D 24 in

1950s Belgian Wooden and Metal Drawing Table

Located in High Point, NC

A Belgian metal drawing table with wooden top, dating from the 1950s. Both a work of engineering and art, this drawing table is sturdy and functional, while pleasantly eye-catching. ...

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Bronze Anchor on Wooden Base Statue Paperweight, Austria, 1950s

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H 6.25 in W 5.25 in D 3.75 in

Vintage Bronze Anchor on Wooden Base Statue Paperweight, Austria, 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Made of Bronze and a wooden base. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria and was made probably in the 1950s or older.

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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Carl Auböck Brass Bird Egg Paperweight in Wooden Gift Crate Austria, 1950s

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H 1.5 in W 2.44 in D 1.75 in

Carl Auböck Brass Bird Egg Paperweight in Wooden Gift Crate Austria, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Chicago, IL

This brass paperweight shaped like a bird egg is from the Carl Auböck workshop in Vienna. It comes in its original box that is a little wooden crate with a hinged lid. On the lid is ...

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Kay Bojesen 1950s Wooden Oak Hippo Figurine Desk Pencil Holder

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H 4.25 in W 10.38 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Danish Kay Bojesen 1950s Wooden Oak Hippo Figurine Desk Pencil Holder

By Kay Bojesen

Located in St. Louis, MO

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Kay Bojesen " The Hippopotamus" oak figurine. Kay designed in 1955 because he needed a device to store his pencils. This hippo desk accessory ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Oak

1950s Design Black Metal and Wooden Desk

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H 30.32 in W 37.41 in D 21.66 in

1950s Design Black Metal and Wooden Desk

Located in Tourcoing, FR

1950s design little desk is composed of black metal compass feet, wooden structure and formica sectional tray.

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brown Wooden Brass Desk, Italy 1950s

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H 31.89 in W 37.41 in D 19.49 in

Mid-Century Modern Brown Wooden Brass Desk, Italy 1950s

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern Brown Wooden Brass Desk in the style of Silvio Cavatorta, Italy 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Brass

German Wooden and Glass Desk, Attributed to Franz Ehrlich, 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in

German Wooden and Glass Desk, Attributed to Franz Ehrlich, 1950s

By Franz Ehrlich

Located in Berlin, Germany

Desk of the 1950s attributed to Franz Ehrlich for Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau. Construction with surfaces in wood veneer, with a drawer, two containers with two drawers and a pull-...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass, Wood

Published 1950s Freestanding Wooden Writing Desk By Swiss Designer Hans Bellman

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H 27.37 in W 56.89 in D 24.41 in

Published 1950s Freestanding Wooden Writing Desk By Swiss Designer Hans Bellman

By Hans Bellmann

Located in Maastricht, NL

A published 1950s wooden writing desk by Swiss designer Hans Bellman for the German furniture company Domus.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Writing Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 45.67 in D 23.23 in

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Writing Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1950s. Wonderful desk by the Italian designer Vittorio Dassi in a minimal rational shape.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Beech, Mahogany

Large Mid-Century Soft Oak Wooden Desk Kempkens Formule Meubelen, Holland, 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 68.9 in D 29.53 in

Large Mid-Century Soft Oak Wooden Desk Kempkens Formule Meubelen, Holland, 1950s

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Beautiful organic shaped directors desk with four drawers. On the back the desk has one extra shelf. Dutch manufacturer, Formule Meubelen, Kempkens.

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak, Wood

French 1940s 1950s Art Deco Design Oak Wooden Little Desk

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H 28.75 in W 35.04 in D 19.69 in

French 1940s 1950s Art Deco Design Oak Wooden Little Desk

Located in Tourcoing, FR

French Late Art Deco Design Oak wooden desk composed of an all in wooden structure, 4 drawers, drop leaf and hidden tray.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French Design Teak Wooden and Black Executive Desk from the 1950s by Burwood

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H 29.53 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

French Design Teak Wooden and Black Executive Desk from the 1950s by Burwood

By Burwood 1

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Executive desk design of the late 1950s burwood brand (construction of furniture by Waendendries in 1955 in the North Of France), robust and high quality composed of a wooden structu...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Faux Leather, Teak

Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Layer of Glass, Italy 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 45.67 in D 23.23 in

Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Layer of Glass, Italy 1950s

By Dassi Mobili Moderni, Vittorio Dassi

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern Wooden Desk by Vittorio Dassi, Layer of Glass, Italy 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Ash, Beech, Oak

French Design Wooden and Metal Rare Executive Desk from the 1950s by Strafor

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H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in

French Design Wooden and Metal Rare Executive Desk from the 1950s by Strafor

By Strafor

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Known for the robustness, quality and industrial style of their furniture, I propose here this rare executive desk by the famous Strafor house. Old for more than 160 years, the house...

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Italian Midcentury Wooden Console Desk, 1950s

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H 37.41 in W 60.24 in D 20.08 in

Italian Midcentury Wooden Console Desk, 1950s

Located in Savona, IT

Small console with side drawers, Italian production of the 1950s. Structure in wood veneered with different essences. Cantilevered top. Pair of drawers with wooden handles. Struc...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Console Tables

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Wood

1950s Brown Wooden Desk by George Nakashima 'c'

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H 28.75 in W 47.64 in D 23.63 in

1950s Brown Wooden Desk by George Nakashima 'c'

By Sam Maloof, Wharton Esherick, George Nakashima

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Desk by George Nakashima, American walnut, USA, 1959. Handcrafted, stunning, marvellous desk. It is constructed with American walnut with handwork by George Nakashima himself. This ...

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1950s Brown Wooden Desk by George Nakashima 'e'

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H 28.75 in W 53.94 in D 26.38 in

1950s Brown Wooden Desk by George Nakashima 'e'

By Sam Maloof, Wharton Esherick, George Nakashima

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Desk by George Nakashima, American walnut, USA, 1959. Handcrafted, stunning, marvellous desk. It is constructed with American walnut with handwork by George Nakashima himself. This ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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1950s Brown Wooden Freeform Walnut Desk by George Nakashima 'D'

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H 28.75 in W 53.94 in D 26.38 in

1950s Brown Wooden Freeform Walnut Desk by George Nakashima 'D'

By George Nakashima, Sam Maloof, Wharton Esherick

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Desk by George Nakashima, American walnut, USA, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Helmut Magg Small Wooden Writing Desk, Germany, 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 45.67 in D 24.02 in

Helmut Magg Small Wooden Writing Desk, Germany, 1950s

By Helmut Magg

Located in Maastricht, NL

A small wooden writing desk on V-shaped legs by German designer Helmut Magg for WK Möbel. The desk has drawer and storage space in front and a shallow storage space at the back. The...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wooden Writing Desk, Brass Finishing, Chrystal Top, 1950s

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1950s massive beech wood writing desk, seven drawers, brass finishing, Chrystal top. Made in Italy.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Rare Original 1950s Herman Miller Over-Desk Tray, #602

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Large 1950s Wooden Italian Curved Writing Table Brass Mid-Century Modern 'B'

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By Paolo Buffa, Ico Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Rare Italian writing table, attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s vintage piece, brass handles, freestanding, very rare piece, curved design, large and solid. The top was refurbished...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Located in Copenhagen, DK

Beautiful teak writing desk, Denmark, 1950s. Lovely wooden grain and a warm glow, very good vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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1950s Desk Wooden For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s desk wooden you’re looking for. Each 1950s desk wooden for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a 1950s desk wooden — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1950s desk wooden is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. George Nakashima, Alfred Klitgaard and Antonio Ferretti each produced at least one beautiful 1950s desk wooden that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1950s Desk Wooden?

Prices for a 1950s desk wooden can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $100 and can go as high as $33,270, while the average can fetch as much as $2,109.