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Pair 1950's French Provincial Walnut / Brass Lattice End/ Side Tables
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1950's French Provincial Walnut with Brass Detailed Lattice Front End/ Side Tables. These are
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial End Tables
Materials
Wood
1950s French Provincial 2-Drawer Painted Nightstand Table with Giltwood Trims
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1950s French Provincial painted and gilded nightstand or bedside table in good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 16 in D 13.75 in
1950's French Provincial Painted Nightstands
Located in Southampton, NJ
Pair of vintage double drawer French Provincial nightstands by White Fine Furniture boasting much
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Night Stands
Materials
Brass
1950s France Provincial Standing Coat Rack
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice France Provincial Standing Coat Rack, 1950s.
in its original color . Solid Brass nobs
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
France Provincial Standing Coatrack, 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice standing coat rack. Gold color metal. Turntable.
France provincial in style. 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metallic Thread
French Provincial Oak and Rush Armchairs, France 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
French Provincial Oak and Rush Armchairs, France 1950s
Transform your living space with this
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables or end tables
Category
Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Night Stands
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Style Bench France circa 1950s Reupholstered In Your Fabric
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Provincial Style Bench, France, circa 1950s. It is currently being reupholstered and can be
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 32 in W 40 in D 20 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables or end tables
Category
Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Night Stands
Materials
Brass
1950's Persian Qum Carpet with French Provincial Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Wash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 07'03 x 09'06.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Spanish Colonial Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Charming French Glazed Ceramic Chicken C. 1950's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A quaint French glazed ceramic figure, a chicken that carries the charm of a rustic countryside
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Triple Dresser or Credenza, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style nine-drawer dresser or credenza
By
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 33.5 in W 72 in D 20.5 in
John Widdicomb Style French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Dresser, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style triple dresser
In the manner of John
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 34 in W 63.5 in D 18.75 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Upholstered King Size Headboard, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style king size headboard
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry, Lacquer
H 42.5 in W 79.5 in D 1.63 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Painted Dresser Chest, Circa 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers
By John
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 40 in W 48.25 in D 21 in
1950s, Vintage French Provincial Style Cherry Wood Dresser by John Widdicomb
Located in Seattle, WA
French provincial dresser made by John Widdicomb.
Grand Rapids, USA , circa 1950s.
Sold
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Vintage 1950s French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Wood
Silver / Flatware Storage Chest French Provincial Style
Located in Fulton, CA
Unusual Silver flatware French Provincial style storage chest. Consisting of 2 pieces as seen in
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Cabinets
Materials
Wood
1950s-1960s French Provincial Pottery Jar, Côte d’Azur Artisan Workshop
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1950s-1960s French Provincial Pottery Jar, Côte d’Azur Artisan Workshop
This French pottery jar
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20th Century French French Provincial Garniture
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
H 11.03 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, Circa 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands
By John Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Circa 1950's French Directoire Tables with Slate Tops
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1950's French Directoire Tables with Slate Tops
Slate is in excellent condition
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20th Century French French Provincial Tables
Materials
Slate, Iron
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Painted Dresser, Circa 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style eight-drawer dresser or credenza
By
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Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 36.5 in W 62.75 in D 22.25 in
1950's Gold Gilt Rectangle Mirror
Located in Louisville, KY
This gorgeous gilt-wood mirror originated in the 1950's and has been holding its own ever since. As
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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Midcenrury Set of 3 Rustic Provincial Country Stools, France, 1950s
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcenrury, Cottage style, Rustic
Set of 3 Stools, France 1950s.
Solid and stable.
Red
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s French provincial style bibliotheque Arch Cabinets, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
put into making this design.
Beautiful set of 2 French provincial style bibliotheque, mid 20th
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Vintage 1950s French Provincial Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstands, Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Night Stands
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial White Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands or end tables
By John Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 25 in W 24 in D 16.75 in
1950s French "Winter" Landscape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French "Winter" landscape painting. Beautiful French traditional style frame.
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
De Bournais French Provincial Rafraichissoir Cooler Cocktail Coffee Table
By De Bournais
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare De Bournais French Rafraichissoir / cooler cocktail coffee table. Solid fruitwood throughout
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
French Provincial Style Highboy Chest of Drawers or Dresser with Floral Design
Located in Plainview, NY
This 5 drawers French Provincial highboy chest or dresser exudes an elegant charm, crafted in the
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Wood
H 46.5 in W 32 in D 18.5 in
French Toile Style Transfer Printed Porcelain Lamp - U.S.A. - Circa 1950's
Located in Chatham, ON
base - United States - circa 1950's.
Excellent vintage condition - scuffs and paint loss to the base
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Vintage French Provincial Rattan Handled Basket, 1950
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage rattan picnic basket, 1950s, France.
Mid-Century Modern vintage French Provincial rattan
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 28.35 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 28.35 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 28.35 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
French Wrought Iron Key Box, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French wrought iron key box, France, 1950s. Measures: Width 10.6" (27cm), height 7" (17.7cm), depth
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Provincial Hand Painted Commode or Chest of Drawers with Floral Design
Located in Plainview, NY
This French Provincial chest of drawers, or commode, is an exquisite representation of 18th-century
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Sideboards
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 57 in D 20 in
Pair of French 1950s Wall Lanterns
Located in London, GB
This stunning pair of wall lanterns were made in France in the 1950s. Made in an antique style with
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
French Midcentury Rattan & Bamboo Bar Cart, 1950s, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
French craftsmanship bamboo & rattan bar cart with beautiful details made in the 1950s, France. The
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Serving Pieces
Materials
Bamboo
Vintage French Provincial Style Cherry Wood Dresser by John Widdicomb
Located in Seattle, WA
French Provincial Dresser Made by John Widdicomb
Grand Rapids, USA , Circa 1950s
Sold Cherry
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Vintage 1950s French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Wood, Cherry
French Provincial Louis XV Mahogany and Tufted Leather Twin Beds, Pair
By Robert Lewis
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style twin beds
By Robert Lewis Fine Furniture
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
H 49.25 in W 41.75 in D 85.75 in
Auffray & Co. French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Auffray Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or chest of drawers
By Auffray & Co.
USA
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Style Beige Hand Painted Floral Design Wall or Mantel Mirror
Located in Plainview, NY
A French Provincial style mirror featuring elegant curved. The rectangular frame is finished in a
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20th Century French Provincial Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood
H 35 in W 38 in D 1.25 in
Jean Picart Le Doux, huge ceramic dish, Sant-Vicens workshop, France c. 1950's
By Jean Picart Le Doux
Located in leucate, FR
1950, Picart Le Doux met two French graphic designers, Jean Colin and Jacques Nathan-Garamond, and two
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
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H 1.38 in Dm 15.75 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Marble Top Triple Dresser
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombe form nine-drawer triple dresser or credenza
By
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 35 in W 74 in D 21 in
French Provincial Louis XV Style King Size Headboard with Cane, circa 1950
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely French Provincial Cane and carved walnut king size headboard. This piece measures 48"t x 80
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Vintage French Provincial Pottery Complete 27 Piece Fish Service Set, Circa 1950
Located in New Orleans, LA
, France, circa 1950's.
1 soup tureen, 1 platter, 1 sauce boat, 1 bone dish, 8 plates, 8 bowls, 6 cups, 1
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.5 in W 23 in D 9 in
Rustic French Lidded Stoneware Jar, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade French vintage lidded stoneware jar, circa 1950s. Round body with shiny brown glaze, hand
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Jars
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Midcentury Patinated French Oak Garden Armchairs, France 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury Patinated French Garden Armchairs, France 1950s
This set of four mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Beech
1950s Hand Painted French Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s hand painted French bombe chest. It has a nice, large scale and is in very
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Painted Game or Square Kitchen Table, Circa 1950's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This beautiful wooden table from Italy is perfect functioning as a game table or as a kitchen table in a formal or informal home setting. The light wood table has a beautiful warm gl...
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Vintage 1950s Italian French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Materials
Wood
Brutalist French Wood Turned Wine Press Side Table, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Zaandam, NL
Stunning French side table ofrom the 1940s- 1950s constructed in dark oak which. The bases are
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Side Tables
Materials
Oak
Brutalist French Wood Turned Wine Press Side Table, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Zaandam, NL
Absolutely stunning French side table or pedestal dating from the 1940s- 1950s constructed in oak
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Side Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s French Gray Carved and Painted Bench
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a good looking carved and painted French style bench. It is unmarked with a thick down
Category
Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Maison Jansen French Provincial Bronze Claw Feet Floor Lamp
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
French Provincial claw feet circa 1950s original Maison Jansen floor lamp.
Works perfect and uses
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Mid-Century French Rush-Seated Chair with Rustic Modernity, 1950's
By Charlotte Perriand, Jean Royère
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
take away." — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.
France, 1950s.
A pure expression of French vernacular
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Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
1950s French Gien Straw Pattern Cheese Course Service, 9 pieces
By Gien
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Gien, a straw pattern cheese service, a server and eight plates, France, circa 1950s.
The
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Tableware
Materials
Earthenware
Midcentury Oak Sideboard, France, 1950s
By Jean Royère, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This exceptional 1950s French oak sideboard is a masterful blend of provincial heritage and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Oak
Pair of Upholstered French Provincial Louis XV Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of French Provincial Louis XV style side chairs upholstered in a celadon textured velvet. The
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lovely French Mid-Century Modern Working Wooden Stool, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Beautiful patina.
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Stools
Materials
Wood
A carved wooden egg - 1950s - France.
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A carved wooden egg, likely made in the 1950s in France. This type of object was popular at the
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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1950s French Provincial For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic 1950s French provincial available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every 1950s French provincial was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a 1950s French provincial — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1950s French provincial is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Louis XV, Hollywood Regency and Empire styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s French provincial over the years, but those crafted by Drexel, John Widdicomb and Michel Caugant are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1950s French Provincial?
A 1950s French provincial can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,463, while the lowest priced sells for $120 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.
A Close Look at French-provincial Furniture
Removed from the fashions of the court, French Provincial style developed in the provinces of the country, such as Provence, Normandy, the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. Dating to the 17th and 18th centuries, French Provincial furniture was not as ostentatious as the designs being produced for the royal palaces, but elegant S-shape cabriole legs and ornate carvings elevated the sturdy chairs, sofas, tables and bedroom furniture intended for everyday use.
Although it varies by region, antique French Provincial furniture is unified by solid construction and an artisanal attention to design. While this furniture often followed the metropolitan trends — including the Rococo or neoclassical aesthetics of Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI — since it was produced in the French countryside it was more subdued with nods to its rustic settings.
Local materials like fruitwoods, oak, beech and walnut were used to construct large French Provincial armoires for storage and comfortable armchairs with rush-woven seats. Wrought-iron elements and carvings like floral details and scallop patterns were common as ornamentation. Furniture was frequently painted white or other muted colors that coordinated with gilt and would acquire a patina of age over time. Other wood was just stained with vibrant fabric such as toile de Jouy, which sometimes depicted pastoral scenes, adding color as upholstery.
The style arrived in the United States after World War I, with soldiers returning home wanting furniture like what they had seen in the rural homes and castles of France. In Grand Rapids, Michigan, designer John Widdicomb split from his family business, the Widdicomb Furniture Company, and had been focusing on Louis XV– and French Provincial–style furnishings since the early 1900s. Other American manufacturers such as Baker, Drexel, Henredon and Thomasville also responded to demand. Today antique French Provincial pieces and reproductions continue to be popular.
Find a collection of antique French Provincial dining tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1950s French Provincial
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial furniture.
- 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.