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Italian Design Icon: Rare 1950s Desk Chair with Armrests
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a rare find from the 1950s, this desk chair embodies iconic Italian design. Crafted
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Iconic Runar Engblom Vaakuna Chairs in Chocolate brown Sheepskin, 1950s
By Runar Engblom
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning pair of the Iconic Runar Engblom arm chairs that were designed for the Vaakuna Hotel
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
H 41.74 in W 32.68 in D 37.8 in
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chairs Early Edition Model GE225
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Denmark, 1950s/60s and 1958
This iconic chair, made with 250
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.3 in W 41.34 in D 46.07 in
Early Mademoiselle lounge chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Iconic lounge chairs designed by renowned Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1956 for the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
H 35.44 in W 21.66 in D 25.2 in
Set of four Chiavarine chairs in brass and orange velvet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Vigevano, PV
Set of four Chiavarina chairs in brass and orange velvet Italy 1950s.
Iconic historic chairs made
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 35.04 in W 14.97 in D 17.33 in
Set of 4 Galvanitas Oosterhout NV S16 Compass Chairs, Dutch Design, 1950s
By Galvanitas
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
For sale is a lovely set of four Galvanitas S16 Compass Chairs, arguably the most iconic school
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
Sam Maloof Hunter Lounge Chair in solid Oiled Walnut 1950s
By Sam Maloof
Located in Chicago, IL
Sam Maloof "Hueter" Lounge Chair in Solid Walnut, 1950s
This iconic lounge chair, a hallmark of mid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Four 1950s "Jason" Festival of Britain Chairs by Carl Jacobs for Kandya
By Carl Jacobs, Kandya
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A set of four iconic 1950s "Jason" dining chairs in pale blue by Carl Jacobs for Kandya.
A design
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol Sculptural Rattan Lounge Chair, France, 1950s
By Edition Rougier, Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol
Located in New York, NY
enameled steel frame and tripod legs with round ivory bouclé cushion, France, 1950s. This iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 38 in W 33 in D 30.5 in
Swag Leg Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller - 1950s, La Fonda, Space Age
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Berlin, DE
Swag Leg Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller - 1950s
This iconic Swag Leg Chair was designed
Category
20th Century Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 31.5 in W 28.75 in D 21.66 in
Italian Design : Fully Restored 1950s Desk Chair with Armrests
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a rare find from the 1950s, this desk chair embodies iconic Italian design. Crafted
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of Two Medea Chairs by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy, 1950s
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of two Medea chairs by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy 1950s. These iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Italian Pair of Easy Chairs in Red Velvet and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, velvet, brass, Italy, 1950s
These chairs are iconic examples of Italian
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chino Hills, CA
, circa 1950s. These iconic chairs have been meticulously refinished and are in overall excellent
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Suede, Walnut
Octavio Vidales Muebles Johrvy Two Leather Chairs Mexico City1950s
By Octavio Vidales
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Octavio Vidales Iconic Leather Chairs with Mahogany Wood
Retaining maker's original aluminum labels.
29.25
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Model '811' Dining Chairs by TON
Located in Waalwijk, NL
TON, dining chairs, model '811', beech, Czech Republic, 1950s.
These iconic chairs made after the
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic, Beech
Italian midCentury leather steel chairs Vladimir Tatlin Nikol International 1950
By Vladimir Tatlin
Located in MIlano, IT
International, from 1950s.
Set of four iconic Tatlin chairs with armrests and chromed tubular steel structure
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 25.6 in
Stackable Aluflex Chairs by Armin Wirth: A Rare Pair of Mid-Century Elegance
By Armin Wirth
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Aluflex Chairs by the renowned Swiss designer Armin Wirth, crafted in the 1950s. These iconic chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Iconic Verner Panton 'Cone' Chair, 1950s Denmark
By Verner Panton
Located in Zagreb, HR
One of the most popular design icons, the Cone chair designed by Verner Panton in 1958, originally
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Iconic Verner Panton 'Cone' Chair, 1950s Denmark
By Verner Panton
Located in Zagreb, HR
One of the most popular design icons, the Cone chair designed by Verner Panton in 1958, originally
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Danish Modern Leather "Papa Bear" Chair by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen in Denmark, circa 1950s. This iconic chair, originally known as the AP-19
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
H 39.25 in W 35.5 in D 34.75 in
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs in Romo Fabric for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of 1950s iconic walnut Lounge Chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pr. Mid Century Wrought Iron Woodard Sculptura Low Side Dining Chairs c 1950's
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Woodard Sculptura low side, or dining chairs designed by Russell Woodard, circa 1950's
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32 in W 19 in D 25 in
Vintage Armchair by Gastone Rinaldi, 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Armchair is a design item realized by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima in 1950s.
An iconic chair
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Eames DAR Molded Fiberglass Armchairs With Green Upholstery
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, circa 1950s. These iconic Mid-Century Modern chairs feature parchment
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 30 in W 24.5 in D 22 in
Hans Wegner's Papa bear Chair for AP Stolen, 1950s, Iconic World Class Art
Located in Burnaby, BC
designed his iconic Papa Bear chair, model AP19, in 1950's for A.P. Stolen.
In excellent condition with new
Category
Vintage 1950s European Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
4 Colombo chair by Ico & Luisa Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI
One of the most iconic Italian 1950s chairs, the "Colombo" chair designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Hardwood
Redesign of the iconic 1950’s Portuguese Chair by Alexandre Caldas - Ipê wood
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
streets of Lisbon in the 1950`s the BICAchair has remained in the café culture of Lisbon and Portugal for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Laukaan Puu set of four ‘Pirkka’ dining chairs – Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Finlad in the 1950s.
These chairs are an iconic design and have seats and back rests made from several
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
Finn Juhl Pair of Iconic "45" Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
Finn Juhl (Denmark) for Baker Furniture, American, 1950s. These chairs were originally produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Iconic Club Chair in Walnut 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Widdicomb, American 1950's. This chair has been refinished and reupholstered by Lobel Modern to like new
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Iconic Slipper Chairs in Black Velvet, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iconic slipper chairs model No. WMB with dark walnut frames by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 31.25 in W 26.5 in D 33.5 in
Rocking chair Model No. J.16 by Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1950’s.
By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rocking chair Model No. J.16 by Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1950’s. This iconic rocking
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
H 42.13 in W 24.02 in D 30.71 in
Set of 4 'FH4103' chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 4 'FH4103' tripod chairs, by the renowned Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen in 1950s.
These
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Rocking Chair Model No. J.16 by Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, Denmark, 1950s
By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rocking chair designed by Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1950’s. This iconic rocking chair
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Malachite
H 829.53 in W 28.75 in D 30.71 in
Set of A-Line Lounges by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A-Line Lounge Chairs, designed by Jens Risom in the 1950s. These iconic chairs feature a sculptural
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Jean Prouvé Metropole 305 / Standard Chair - 1950s Alzueta Provenance
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
Jean Prouvé Métropole 305 Standard Chair, 1950s
Iconic Mid-Century French Design – édition noire
Category
Vintage 1950s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 18.12 in
Jean Prouvé Metropole 305 / Standard Chair - 1950s with Laffanour provenance
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
Jean Prouvé Métropole 305 Standard Chair, 1950s
Iconic Mid-Century French Design – édition noire
Category
Vintage 1950s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 18.12 in
Vintage chair by Mathieu Matégot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Chair, "tube" model, in white metal designed by French designer Mathieu Matégot in the 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Metal
'Hammer' Desk Chair Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely ‘3103’ desk chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s. This iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27.56 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chairs and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
By A.P. Stolen
Located in Culver City, CA
, Denmark, 1950's. A truly iconic chair, Hans Wegner designed in 1951 for A.P Stolen. These chairs are quite
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair A.P. Stolen Original Stamp & Inscription
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Culver City, CA
's. A truly iconic chair, Hans Wegner designed in 1951 for A.P Stolen. This chair is quite
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
H 39 in W 36 in D 32.25 in
Vittorio Nobili Medea Plywood Side Chair from Italy, 1956
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in amstelveen, NL
Medea chairs by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy 1950s. These iconic Italian modern
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair Of Cigar Lounge Chairs Made In Teak & Oak By Hans J. Wegner From 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Getama in Gedsted, Denmark during the 1950s, these iconic lounge chairs are crafted from high-quality
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Teak
H 30.71 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Modern Costela Lounge Chair Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler ‘Set of 2’
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Martin Eisler, 1950s
The Costela chair, an icon of midcentury Brazilian design, was created by the
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Iron
H 29.34 in W 28.15 in L 29.34 in
Pair of Danish Modern Nanna Ditzel Iconic Basket Chairs, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Bellport, NY
chairs simple but fabulous, the chair lifts of from the base, dont know why, but it works, and is very
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Ash
Laverne International Pair of Iconic "T Chairs" with Brown Leather, 1950s
By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in New York, NY
, Littell and Kelley for Laverne International, American 1950's. New hand-stitched leather sling seats
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Iconic Mid Century Fiberglass Wingback Chair by Peabody for Selig, circa 1950s
By Selig, Lawrence Peabody
Located in New York, NY
Iconic fiberglass and wrought iron modernist reinterpretation of the classic wing chair form
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32.5 in W 27 in D 24 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Iconic Slipper Chairs in Black Velvet, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iconic slipper chairs model No. WMB with dark walnut frames by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 33.5 in
Vladimir Kagan Rare Iconic Set of 4 Sculpted Walnut Dining/Game Chairs 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
and backs by Vladimir Kagan, American 1950's. These stunning chairs have been refinished and newly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Art Deco Brown Saddle Leather Club Chairs 1950’s USA
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Art Deco Brown Saddle leather club chairs 1950’s USA. Iconic art deco club chair design
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
'Sunfeather' Chair by Sonna Rosen, Sweden 1950s
By Sonna Rosen
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice 'Sunfeather' Chair by Sonna Rosen, Sweden 1950s. This iconic vintage lounge chair is an
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Lounge Chairs with Red Floral Upholstery
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
ISA Bergamo, lounge chairs, original floral pink, brass, Italy, 1950s.
These chairs are iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Costela Lounge Chair Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler ‘Set of 2’
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Martin Eisler, 1950s
The Costela chair, an icon of midcentury Brazilian design, was created by the
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.34 in W 28.15 in D 33.63 in
Eames Red LCW Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
, continued production since the 1950's these iconic chairs are still as fresh as the first days of their
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Midcentury Rosewood and Brown Fabric Office Chair by Ico Parisi for Mim
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Italian 1950s swiveling office chair on wheels from the Terni Series designed by Ico Parisi
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 28.75 in
Cognac Leather and Rosewood Office Chair by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma Italy
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Italian 1950s swivelling office chair on wheels from the Terni Series designed by Ico Parisi
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 24.41 in
Italian Midcentury Black Leather and Oak Office Chair by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Italian 1950s swivelling office chair on wheels from the Terni Series designed by Ico Parisi
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 28.75 in
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1950s Iconic Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1950s iconic chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all 1950s iconic chairs available were constructed with great care. 1950s iconic chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1950s iconic chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. 1950s iconic chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Osvaldo Borsani, Charles and Ray Eames and Herman Miller are consistently popular.
How Much are 1950s Iconic Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $45,000 highest priced.
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 Iconic Chairs
- Why is the Eames chair iconic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Eames chair is iconic due to its sleek and handsome design, making it the first lounge chair of its time to depart from more traditional, bulky styles. It is also exceptionally comfortable. This mid-century chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the furniture company Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eames chairs from top sellers worldwide.
- Why is the ghost chair iconic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Louis Ghost chair is iconic for its elegant clear Lucite design, created by Phillipe Starck in 2002. It makes it exceptionally versatile to incorporate into existing decor, as well as making it an eye-catching style statement. Shop a collection of ghost chairs from top sellers around the world 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 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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