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Curved executive desk by Jules Wabbes, Belgium 1950's
By Jules Wabbes, Mobilier Universel
Located in Brussels, BE
Mobilier Universel in the late 1950s, this desk embodies structured charm. Its sturdy chrome-plated steel
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
1950s Italian Executive Desk Style Vittorio Dassi Italy
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Floating Italian Executive Desk Style of Vittorio Dassi
Ample storage. Finished backside
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Ico Parisi "Urio" Executive Desk, MIM Roma, Italy 1950s
By MIM Roma, Ico Parisi
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary and incredibly rare "Urio" executive desk designed by the mastery of Ico Parisi and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Metal
Executive Model DoMore Swivel Desk Office Chair Model 616 c 1950/1960's
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Industrial, Mid Century swivel office, desk chair by The DoMore Chair Company. The
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Executive Rosewood Desk by Kittinger, C. 1950s
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Westport, CT
Add timeless elegance to your office with this executive rosewood desk by Kittinger from the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century American British Colonial Desks
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk with Raised Edges 1950's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish modern executive teak desk with raises edges
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
H 28.5 in W 59 in D 29.5 in
Large executive desk, design Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Napoli, IT
This is a large executive desk that is featured in several furniture magazines.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Large Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Franco Albini Executive Desk SC23, Italy 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Hellouw, NL
The SC23 executive desk, designed by the renowned Italian architect and designer Franco Albini, is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Mid-Century Modern executive desk. Design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
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Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29.14 in W 77.17 in D 34.26 in
Executive Desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium, 1950s
By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes
Located in Antwerp, BE
Executive desk designed by Jules Wabbes and manufactured by Mobilier Universel in the 1960s. This
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 78.35 in D 35.44 in
Executive Desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, Italy, 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful large executive desk designed by Osvaldo Borsani, manufactured by Tecno Milano in Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Lafayette, IN
Grand style and grand scale combine in this wonderful executive desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Teakwood Executive Desk Table by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This exquisite desk, so well designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s, stands as a testament to the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 67.33 in D 33.67 in
1950s Florence Knoll Double Pedestal Walnut Chrome and Laminate Executive Desk
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a double pedestal desk, model 1503, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
H 29 in W 32 in D 66 in
Italian Mid Century Executive Desk Table designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish Executive desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in 1950s,truly unique design characterized by a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Glass, Teak
H 31.11 in W 66.54 in D 33.08 in
Italian Mid Century Executive Table Desk designed by Paolo Buffa in 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Elegant Executive Desk designed by Paolo Buffa in the 1950s. The desk top is characterized by the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
H 30.71 in W 67.33 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
a classic executive desk. Alternatively, envision it in a modern minimalist setting where its form
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.5 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in
Jacques Quinet Desk
By Jacques Quinet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible Jacques Quinet Executive desk, circa 1950s
Rich caramel leather with contrast open
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Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Milo Baughman Executive Desk with Floating Top, Glenn of California, 1950s
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Quintessential California Modern executive desk in walnut veneer with drawers and open front in an
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Gio Ponti: Monumental Executive Desk in Reeded Walnut and Brass, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti (1891-1979)
A rare and important executive desk by Gio Ponti, in dramatically carved and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Executive Desk by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
Mid-Century Modern Osvaldo Borsani executive desk for Tecno.
Rosewood top and adjustable shelf on
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Aluminum
H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 37.01 in
Danish Teak Executive Desk, 1950s
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Nyborg, DK
This Danish executive desk from the 1950s features 8 drawers (2 lockable) with solid teak orange
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Beech, Teak
1950s Executive Desk by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Rome, IT
Italy, 1958, executive “Terni series” desk by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma
Exotic wood with metal
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Sven Ivar Executive Desk
By Dokka Mobler, Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing 1950s Executive desk by Norwegian designer Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Møbler. Teak Body
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Chrome
Italian Rosewood Executive Desk by Dassi
By Paolo Buffa, Dassi
Located in Miami, FL
An important Italian circa 1950's executive desk attributed to Paolo Buffa for Dassi. Inset
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Vintage 1950s Italian Desks
Executive American desk, 1950's
Located in Stratford, CT
Chrome legs, 3 drawers.
Category
20th Century American Desks
Italian 1950's Executive Walnut Desk
Located in New York, NY
A sharp walnut and brass 3-drawer desk with sculptural legs capped off with brass sabots. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Desks
Materials
Brass
Italian 1950's Executive Walnut Desk
Located in New York, NY
A sharp walnut and brass 3-drawer desk with sculptural legs capped off with brass sabots. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Desks
Materials
Brass
1950s Harvey Probber Bleached Rosewood Executive Desk
By Harvey Probber
Located in Ava, MO
Presenting this extremely rare bleached rosewood executive desk by Harvey Probber. There’s so much
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Exceptional 1950s Italian Executive Desk.
Located in Miami, FL
Rare 1950s rosewood executive desk with inset burgundy glass top floating on seven-drawer double
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Executive Desk by Hadar Schmidt, 1950s-1960s
Located in Greding, DE
Scandinavian desk on black tapered legs, with four lockable drawers and a pentagonal large tabletop
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Executive Desk Attributed to Silvio Cavatorta, Italy, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant executive desk on slightly angled legs. The writing surface is covered with a green-tinted
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Executive Walnut Desk by Harvey Probber, C. 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Westport, CT
A large-scale desk executed in walnut, designed by Harvey Probber, circa 1950-1959. Completely
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Nickel
Executive Desk by Dassi, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Greding, DE
Large executive desk with four drawers by Dassi with its original thick glass top, supported by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Danish Mahogany Executive Writing Desk by Ole Wanscher, c. 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Norwalk, CT
desk by Ole Wanscher. The simple form is perfectly proportioned, with elegant squared legs supporting
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Baker Furniture Georgian Walnut Leather Top Executive Desk, 1950s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stately Georgian or Chippendale style executive desk
By Baker Furniture
USA, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
1950s Nanna Ditzel Rosewood Executive Desk by Søren Willadsen
By Nanna Ditzel, Søren Willadsen
Located in Knebel, DK
Elegant freestanding executive desk in rosewood designed by Nanna Ditzel in 1955 for Søren
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
1950s Cees Braakman Pastoe L-Shaped Executive Desk, Netherlands
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in London, GB
Large teak executive’s desk in an L-shape with useful cabinet with black laminate doors. Designed
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Stunning Rosewood Danish Modern Executive Desk, 1950s
By Arne Vodder
Located in New York, NY
Stunning rosewood Danish modern executive desk, 1950s. Fully restored with gorgeous rosewood grain
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Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Osvaldo Borsani Executive Desk for Tecno, Italy, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Osvaldo Borsani executive desk for Tecno, Italy 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 29.93 in W 86.03 in D 36.82 in
Italian Midcentury Walnut Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi et Figli, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Very rare executive desk designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s.
Its structure is characterized
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Abraham A. Patijn Executive Desk Poly Z Serie 1950s
By Zijlstra, Abraham A. Patijn
Located in Den Haag, NL
Wonderful dark Walnut executive office desk. From the wanted Poly Z serie looks like the top is
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Italian Midcentury Rosewood Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi Lissone, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This stunning and impressive Italian executive desk is one of the masterpieces of the Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Floating Top Walnut Executive 1950s Desk
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a marvelous, office desk, with five drawers, by George Nelson for Herman
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Italian Mid-Century Executive Desk Paolo Buffa Style, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Elegant Italian Desk of the 50s designed in the manner of Paolo Buffa.
It has a soft design given
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Arched Teak Executive Desk with Rear Bookshelf by Svend Madsen, 1950s
By Svend Åge Madsen, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural arched teak executive desk with rear bookshelf by Svend Madsen, 1950s. Fully restored
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
H 29 in W 58 in D 28 in
Rare Italian Executive Desk with Floating Glass Top by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Italian executive desk designed by Italian designer Vittorio Dassi is a model type
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Glass, Rosewood
Italian Midcentury Walnut Executive Desk Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Extraordinary executive desk designed in the 1950s and attributed to the famous Italian architect
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 30.32 in W 66.93 in L 30.32 in
Italian Mid-Century Executive/Physician Desk by Vittorio Dassi (circa 1950s)
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
Impressive physician's desk by Vittorio Dassi, made in Italy in the middle of the 20th century
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
H 30.71 in W 71.66 in D 35.44 in
Italian Mid-Century Walnut Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi, Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This Executive desk has a stylish and unusual shape that gives it an impressive appearance, all
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Executive Rosewood Desk and Chair by Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Excellent Italian Executive desk designed by Vittorio and Plinio Dassi in 1950. glass top, eight
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Robert Donovan Walnut Executive Desk, circa 1950s - 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Robert Donovan walnut executive desk was commissioned by the wife of the president of Liberty Tool
Category
20th Century American Desks
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Vittorio Dassi Executive Desk, 1950s
By Dassi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Vittorio Dassi Executive Desk, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Italian Midcentury Walnut Executive Desk, Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Outstanding Italian midcentury executive walnut desk. Very well designed and attributable to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut, Glass
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Executive Desk by Kai Kristiansen, Model 70, 1950s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This stunning vintage rosewood desk is a fantastic example of Kai Kristiansen style, one of the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.35 in W 67.72 in L 28.35 in
Italian Midcentury Mahogany Executive Desk by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Amazing and unique design for this Italian executive Desk of the 1950s, attributed to La Permanente
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 31.11 in W 72.05 in L 31.11 in
Iconic 1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Leopold Desk Co.
By Lehigh Leopold
Located in Lafayette, IN
This phenomenal executive desk is fresh from a light refurbishment and is a real looker
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
Italian Mid-Century Office Set with Executive Desk by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi Mobili Moderni, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Presenting to you a breathtaking and exceedingly rare Italian Executive Desk of the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 30.91 in W 74.02 in D 35.44 in
Borge Morgensen Teak Executive Desk
By Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
1950s teak executive desk designed by Borge Morgensen for Soborg Mobler. Fully restored, a few
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1950s executive desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1950s executive desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1950s executive desk, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 1950s executive desk bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. George Nelson, Edward Wormley and Dunbar each produced at least one beautiful 1950s executive desk that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1950s Executive Desk?
Prices for a 1950s executive desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $500 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $6,203.
Questions About 1950s Executive Desk
- What is an executive desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.