Antique Group of 6 Skookum Dolls, 1913s
Located in Norton, MA
material, and by the 1950s, the dolls had plastic feet. Production of the dolls ended in the early 1960s
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Vintage 1910s German Toys and Dolls
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Composition
1950s Plastic Dolls
Howdy Doody Acrobatic Toy, ca. 1950s, Celluloid and Metal, Signed by Maker
$1,095
H 16 in W 9.5 in D 6.5 in
Howdy Doody Acrobatic Toy, ca. 1950s, Celluloid and Metal, Signed by Maker
Located in Petaluma, CA
Germany as were many toys of the 1950's. We baby boomers all know Howdy Doody, but I suggest if you
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Vintage 1950s German Other Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
1950s Vintage Two-Seater Fairground Carousel Spaceship
Located in Marbella, ES
A colorful and original vintage carousel spaceship, designed for two occupants. Made of fiberglass with metallic finishes and a profusion of multicolored bulbs around the fuselage, t...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal, Iron
Italian Doll, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Italian doll, 1950s When positioned horizontally the eyes close. Height 40 cm. Good conditions.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Games
Materials
Plastic
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1950s Distler Porsche 356 Electromatic 7500 Germany Friction Toy
By Distler
Located in Buffalo, NY
1950s Distler Porsche 356 electromatic 7500 Germany friction toy. Nice early model made in the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
American mid-century modern Toy Good Time Charlie by Illfelder, 1950s
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H 11.82 in W 6.3 in D 7.49 in
American mid-century modern Toy Good Time Charlie by Illfelder, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
American mid-century modern Toy Good Time Charlie by Illfelder, 1950s Toy Good Time Charlie
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
1950s "Santa" Automatron, Motorized Christmas Display
Located in Buffalo, NY
1950s "Santa" automatron, motorized Christmas display. Out of an old jewelry store, apparently held
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Japanese Old Toy Police Car 1950s-1980s / Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
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H 2.96 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Japanese Old Toy Police Car 1950s-1980s / Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old police car toy made in Japan. This item is from the late Showa period (1950s-1980s
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Toys and Dolls
Materials
Steel
1950s Walt Disney's Pinocchio Plaid Hand Puppet by Gund Mfg Company New York
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H 10 in W 7 in D 2.75 in
1950s Walt Disney's Pinocchio Plaid Hand Puppet by Gund Mfg Company New York
By Walt Disney
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pinocchio Walt Disney's Pinocchio 1950s hand puppet vintage by Gund Mfg New York Measures: 10 H x
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Tri-Ang St Bernard Dog Push Along Toy, 1950s
By Tri-ang Toys
Located in Retie, BE
Tri-Ang push along toy with a St Bernard Dog. This 1950s vintage toy is a push along toy with a
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Rare 1950s Schuco West German Toy Go-Kart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
back of the car actually runs when the car is moving. We imagine the eyes of a 1950s child
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
1950s Celluloid Black Doll
Located in Grenoble, FR
Vintage 1950s little black early plastic celluloid doll p.84 'Poupées et Bébés en celluloïde' d'E
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Toys
Materials
Plastic
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Lavishly-Filled German Wooden Grocery Dollhouse Store Toy 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful grocery shop room box, painted and stained wood with lithographed wall and floor papers, side stair case and upper gallery, some drawers on rear wall with metal handles a...
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Antique Early 1900s German Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Materials
Porcelain, Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Playmatic Pinball Trailer, Folk Art Design, 134x74 cm
$9,870Sale Price|30% Off
H 70.87 in W 52.76 in D 29.14 in
Vintage 1980s Playmatic Pinball Trailer, Folk Art Design, 134x74 cm
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Recreational machine model pinball trailer playmatic.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Toys
Materials
Iron
Southwest Genuine Skookum Native American Women Dolls - Set of 4 from 1930s
$800 / set
H 6.75 in W 2.75 in D 1.75 in
Southwest Genuine Skookum Native American Women Dolls - Set of 4 from 1930s
By Skookum
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four genuine Skookum dolls. Made with leather, real hair, wool, and fabric, these Native American dolls were the original American Girl. Skookum dolls were made in the 1930s...
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Vintage 1930s American Native American Toys and Dolls
Materials
Fabric, Wool
1930s Skookum Native American Dolls Mix Match Set of 4
$983Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 14 in W 4 in D 4 in
1930s Skookum Native American Dolls Mix Match Set of 4
By Skookum
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The history of Skookum dolls starts with Mary McAboy filing two applications for patents for a doll or toy figure on November 29, 1913. After the popularity rose in 1920, They were f...
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Vintage 1930s American Native American Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plastic
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1950s Plastic Dolls For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of 1950s plastic dolls available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1950s plastic dolls was constructed with extraordinary care, often using plastic, metal and fabric. 1950s plastic dolls have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 1950s plastic dolls are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1950s plastic dolls over the years, but those made by Walt Disney, Distler and Tri-ang Toys are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 1950s Plastic Dolls?
Prices for 1950s plastic dolls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1950s plastic dolls begin at $120 and can go as high as $1,480, while the average can fetch as much as $648.
Finding the Right Toys-dolls for You
Antique, new and vintage toys and dolls of years past — handmade folk-art toys such as wooden train sets, dolls, rocking horses and more — can be enjoyed by the young and old alike.
Children as well as nostalgic grown-ups are still finding pleasure in toys and objects designed specifically for playtime that are, in comparison to today’s digital device-oriented distractions, far more modest in nature. In contemporary interiors, gently aging toys are wonderfully uncomplicated decorative objects primed for display in a cabinet or other case piece.
With their romantic appeal and frequent incorporation of natural materials, some vintage toys and folk-art toys are treasured collectibles, showcasing the beauty of handmade craftsmanship. Alongside other works characterized as folk art — in this case, visual art, typically reflective of a community’s culture and usually handmade by craftspeople working within a popular tradition — handcrafted vintage toys are historical works of art worthy of any collector’s mantel. These are toys that tell a story of the time in which they were produced and the people who produced them.
Like any artifact, toys provide a window into the past. The ornamental dolls of the Victorian era, for example, produced in Germany and England, made of ceramics such as porcelain and dressed in textured fabrics, speak to the fashion of the era and will add a pop of color and a decorative flourish to the neutral corners of your home.
Mid-century modern toys and dolls are as sophisticated as the widely cherished furniture of the era. As much as they thought good design for the home should be available for all, iconic American design duo Charles and Ray Eames believed in making durable and interesting products for kids too. Today, their Eames Elephant is available from Vitra and Herman Miller, and it doesn’t even require a digital screen.
Explore a unique collection of antique, new and vintage toys and dolls as well as folk-art toys on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1950s Plastic Dolls
- 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 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.
- 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 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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