Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

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

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

1950s Pottery Jugs

French Ceramic Jug

Mezcal Jug

Black Mexican Pottery

1950s Brutalist Ceramic Jug by C.A.S. Vietri – Gray and Earth Tone Glaze

$728

1950s Brutalist Ceramic Jug by C.A.S. Vietri – Gray and Earth Tone Glaze

By C.A.S. Vietri

Located in Brescia, Brescia

This striking Brutalist ceramic jug from the 1950s, crafted by C.A.S. Vietri, embodies the raw, textured allure of mid-century design. The jug is finished with a distinctive "drop gl...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Ferdi Ceramic large Studio Pottery Art Jug 1950s Germany

$979

Ferdi Ceramic large Studio Pottery Art Jug 1950s Germany

Located in Den Haag, NL

Stunning handmade Jug .The German studio pottery piece is numbered on the underside and is made from clay.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stunning German Chino-Series Jug Shape Midcentury Pottery Ceramic Vase 1950s

$320

Stunning German Chino-Series Jug Shape Midcentury Pottery Ceramic Vase 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An amazing midcentury studio art pottery vase made in Germany by Krupp Klinker Keramik, circa 1950s. Name of the Design is AKRO. Vase is in very good condition with no chips, cracks,...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Majolica Toby Jug Pitcher, 1950s

$175

Italian Majolica Toby Jug Pitcher, 1950s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage ceramic or pottery pitcher features a standing gentleman in wonderful period clothing in yellow, blue, green, and white colors with a handle on the back. The figure is sculpt...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Stoneware

Ceramica PONZA Wine Pitcher Jug, Vallauris Picasso Style, Italy, 1950s

$373Sale Price|20% Off

Ceramica PONZA Wine Pitcher Jug, Vallauris Picasso Style, Italy, 1950s

Located in Landshut, BY

one of a kind... Ceramica PONZA Italy Wine Pitcher Jug Vallauris Picasso Style 1950s / 1960s Ø 16cm ~ Ø max 24cm ~ weight: 1178grs Ponza is one of the Pontine Islands in the Tyr...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Pottery

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French 1950s Organic Ceramic Jug

Unavailable

H 9.06 in Dm 5.52 in

French 1950s Organic Ceramic Jug

By Accolay Pottery

Located in Paris, FR

An amazing and sensual 1950s ceramic by Les Potiers D'accolay in France. This is an early work and with no doubt a masterpiece of these artists. Signed and marked.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Studio Art Handmade Pottery Terracotta Jug Vase, 1950s

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H 15.5 in W 13.25 in D 10 in

Studio Art Handmade Pottery Terracotta Jug Vase, 1950s

Located in Frisco, TX

Lovely vintage 1950's Jug style vase pottery made of natural terracotta clay.

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Earthenware

1950s Swedish Single Handled Jug by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Factory

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H 7.49 in Dm 1.97 in

1950s Swedish Single Handled Jug by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Factory

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in London, England

A beautiful mottled-yellow 1950s Swedish handle-jug designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for the Rörstrand Factory.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Robert Picault Vallauris Art Pottery Jug, circa 1950s

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H 6.89 in Dm 6.89 in

Robert Picault Vallauris Art Pottery Jug, circa 1950s

By Robert Picault

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and important stylish French art pottery jug or sauce boat by Robert Picault and made in Vallauris in the South of France.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Pottery

Retro Earthenware Jug, Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, 1940s - 1950s

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H 10.24 in Dm 4.73 in

Retro Earthenware Jug, Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, 1940s - 1950s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Earthenware jug, retro 1940 / 50s. With colorful hand painted decoration. Signed. In good condition. Measures: 26 cm.

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Mid-20th Century Pottery

Vintage Regency Dartmouth Pottery Gluggle Jugs/Vases - Pair - 1950s England

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H 9.5 in W 6 in D 3.5 in

Vintage Regency Dartmouth Pottery Gluggle Jugs/Vases - Pair - 1950s England

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Charming pair of vintage fish-form “Gluggle Jugs” produced by Dartmouth Pottery in England during the 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Ceramic

1950's Vintage Lord Nelson Olive Green Pottery Shaving Scuttle Jug

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H 4.14 in Dm 5.91 in

1950's Vintage Lord Nelson Olive Green Pottery Shaving Scuttle Jug

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this 1950s Vintage Lord Nelson Olive Green Pottery Shaving Scuttle Jug This would make a great gift, stylish bathroom decor or could be used as ...

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20th Century British Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Robert Picault Vallauris Pottery Eight Mini Sauce Jugs, 1950s

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H 1.38 in Dm 2.27 in

Robert Picault Vallauris Pottery Eight Mini Sauce Jugs, 1950s

By Robert Picault

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and important stunning French art pottery set eight miniature handled sauce jugs by Robert Picault and made in Vallauris in the South of France.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Ceramic Mezcal Jug from Mexico, 1950s

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H 11.5 in Dm 11.5 in

Ceramic Mezcal Jug from Mexico, 1950s

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Ceramic mezcal vessel from San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, 1950s. These pots were handmade during the 1940s, 1950s and into the early 1960s.

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Rustic Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Mezcal Jug from Mexico, 1950s

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H 18.5 in Dm 16.5 in

Ceramic Mezcal Jug from Mexico, 1950s

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Ceramic mezcal vessel from San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, 1950s. These black clay pots being only 1/8" thick were made as an egg-shaped design so as to have the strength to hold and ...

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Rustic Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Handmade Pottery Earthenware Jug Vase, 1950s

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H 14 in Dm 8.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Handmade Pottery Earthenware Jug Vase, 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An amazing midcentury art pottery vase made in Germany, circa 1950s. Extremely nice exterior, marked. Vase is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, or flea bites.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Mis Century Russel Wright American Modern Dinnerware Coral Pink Carafe Jug 1950s

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H 6.5 in W 7 in D 6 in

Mis Century Russel Wright American Modern Dinnerware Coral Pink Carafe Jug 1950s

By Steubenville, Russel Wright

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Russel Wright (1904-1976) Coral American Modern carafe / jug / pitcher designed in 1937 and originally produced of sturdy earthenware by Steubenville Pottery (later made ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

1950s MCM Swedish Single Handled Jug by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Factory

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H 8.27 in Dm 3.15 in

1950s MCM Swedish Single Handled Jug by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Factory

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in London, England

A beautifully marbled 1950s Swedish handle-jug designed by Gunner Nylund for the Rörstrand Factory.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Early 1900s Italian Majolica Orciuolo Apothecary Pitcher

$1,800

H 8.375 in W 10 in D 5.5 in

Early 1900s Italian Majolica Orciuolo Apothecary Pitcher

By Castelli

Located in Dallas, TX

From Italy, this majolica apothecary pitcher (orciuolo) is in the manner of the pitcher done by Castelli, circa 1520, housed in the MET Museum NYC, The Robert Lehman collection, 1975...

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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

French Ceramic Pitcher by Robert Picault, 1950s

$1,100

H 8.25 in W 5.75 in D 5.5 in

French Ceramic Pitcher by Robert Picault, 1950s

By Robert Picault

Located in Chicago, IL

A 1950s ceramic pitcher by French ceramist Robert Picault, handmade in Vallauris—the picturesque seaside village in the South of France renowned for its pottery. The bulb-shaped form...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Jacques Blin: ceramic pitcher, France circa 1960

$536Sale Price|47% Off

H 6.3 in Dm 2.76 in

Jacques Blin: ceramic pitcher, France circa 1960

By Jacques Blin

Located in LYON, FR

Very pretty pitcher by Jacques Blin, mustard yellow in perfect condition. The yellow color is rarely used by Jacques Blin, which makes it a fairly rare piece. Signature J. Blin on t...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Italian Faience Pitcher

$650

H 8.2 in W 4.5 in D 7.5 in

19th Century Italian Faience Pitcher

Located in Austin, TX

19th century Italian faience pitcher decorated with bird on a fence and a tree on the other side.

Category

Antique 1850s Italian Country Pitchers

Materials

Faience

19th Century Staffordshire Toby Jug

$395

H 5.5 in W 4.5 in D 6 in

19th Century Staffordshire Toby Jug

Located in High Point, NC

19th century ceramic Toby jug from the Staffordshire region of England. He has a blue jacket and a warm expression on his face. The jug has copper lustre accents as well for added ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

French Terracotta Glazed Polychrome Jug or Pitcher, circa 1900

$421

H 14.18 in W 9.06 in D 8.67 in L 14.18 in

French Terracotta Glazed Polychrome Jug or Pitcher, circa 1900

Located in Labrit, Landes

The piece is distinguished by its polychrome decoration with marbled and dripped effects, blending shades of cream, ochre, brown, and green on a light yellow background. The glossy g...

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Pitchers

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Jacques Blin (circa 1950s)

$2,723Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.85 in W 7.09 in D 5.91 in

Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Jacques Blin (circa 1950s)

By Jacques Blin

Located in London, GB

Vintage French ceramic pitcher / vase (circa 1950s) by Jacques Blin. The pitcher, in the form perhaps of a proud French coq or even an owl is in a subtle, greenish hue, almost marble...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage French Sarreguemines Majolica Earthenware "Pichet Tête"/"Head Pitcher"

$250

H 9 in W 9.5 in D 6.5 in

Vintage French Sarreguemines Majolica Earthenware "Pichet Tête"/"Head Pitcher"

By Faienceries Sarreguemines

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Whimsical majolica/faïence earthenware barbotine 'pichet tête" / "head pitcher" from the Sarreguemines factory (ca. 1920s-30s, France). Caricatural depiction of a jolly character wit...

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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience, Majolica

French Majolica Jug by Sarreguemines, Circa 1900

$646

H 8.67 in Dm 6.7 in

French Majolica Jug by Sarreguemines, Circa 1900

Located in Nottingham, GB

Sarreguemines was among the most celebrated French faience manufactories of the 19th and early 20th centuries, renowned for producing richly glazed majolica and barbotine wares for b...

Category

Early 20th Century Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Ceramic Pitcher by Jacques Innocenti '1926-1958'

$1,252

H 8.67 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in

Ceramic Pitcher by Jacques Innocenti '1926-1958'

By Jacques Innocenti

Located in Paris, Ile-de-France

Two-tone ceramic pitcher in black slip and white glaze. Decorated with verticals stripes on the sides and on the handle. Vallauris, France Signed : " D.I" Circa 1950. Dime...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pitcher Vase by Jacques Blin

$5,124

H 13 in Dm 9.06 in

Ceramic Pitcher Vase by Jacques Blin

By Jacques Blin

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

An aeronautical engineer by training Jacques Blin created his first ceramics at home lamp bases In 1954 he set up a studio in Paris and exhibited at the Maison de la Chimie and at t...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Jacques Blin Ceramic Jug, France, 1960s

$2,847

H 13.39 in Dm 4.34 in

Jacques Blin Ceramic Jug, France, 1960s

By Jacques Blin

Located in Paris, FR

Jacques Blin ceramic jug, France, 1960s. Enameled ceramic, signed.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Majolica Pitcher Onnaing

$290

H 3.8 in W 4 in D 3.5 in

19th Century French Majolica Pitcher Onnaing

By Onnaing

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century French Majolica Pitcher or creamer Onnaing.

Category

Antique 1890s French Rustic Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century French Faience Pitcher (Ewer) with Polychrome Decoration

$1,650

H 11.75 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

18th Century French Faience Pitcher (Ewer) with Polychrome Decoration

Located in Houston, TX

A charming and highly decorative 18th century French faience ewer, beautifully hand-painted with a lively polychrome palette of cobalt blue, soft greens, and warm ochre tones. The gl...

Category

Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage German Brutalist Studio Pottery Carafe Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980

$1,759

H 7.09 in Dm 6.3 in

Vintage German Brutalist Studio Pottery Carafe Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980

By Gerhard Liebenthron

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage German Brutalist Studio Pottery Carafe Vase by Gerhard Liebenthron, 1980, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution markIt is completely au...

Category

20th Century German Brutalist Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Keralit Ceramic Jug, Mid-Century Modern, Czech Republic, 1960s

$112Sale Price|55% Off

H 11.03 in Dm 6.7 in

Vintage Keralit Ceramic Jug, Mid-Century Modern, Czech Republic, 1960s

Located in Zohor, SK

Beautiful vintage ceramic jug by Keralit. original stamp still visible on the bottom. Produced in 1960s. The jug is in a beautiful ceramic design finished with three colored glaze. T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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$8,017Sale Price / set|20% Off

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Set of Four Josef Hoffmann Armloffel Chairs Made by Wittmann, Austria

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Praha, CZ

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Materials

Wood, Leather

On the Rocks Sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy, 2004

$14,320Sale Price|25% Off

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On the Rocks Sofa by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, Italy, 2004

By Edra, Francesco Binfaré

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra in 2004, On the Rocks is a bold, sculptural sectional sofa made up of three seating elements and one large, freely positioned backrest. With no...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Side Table Hall or Console Oak Table Spanish Colonial Revival, circa 1890

$1,958Sale Price|33% Off

H 37.8 in W 31.89 in D 16.15 in

Side Table Hall or Console Oak Table Spanish Colonial Revival, circa 1890

Located in Labrit, Landes

Spanish hall side or console table. Handsome and practical. Spanish Colonial revival, circa 1890 Twisted carved legs. Good condition. Shipping: L81 P41 H96 21 Kg.

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Antique 1890s Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1960

$6,500

H 26.38 in W 27.96 in D 25.99 in

Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1960

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" lounge chair for Cassina, black-lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960. The 930 "Carimate" easy chair was created for the club house of 'Carimate...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Whimsical Hand-Carved Studio Craft Desk and

$4,500 / set

H 29.5 in W 53 in D 18 in

Whimsical Hand-Carved Studio Craft Desk and

Located in Miami, FL

A remarkable hand-carved studio craft desk and chair set, sculpted entirely from solid wood and exuding an imaginative, anthropomorphic presence. The organically shaped forms, with t...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Laminated Plywood Side Table by Marcel Breuer for Isokon

Sold|~~$946~~

H 14.18 in W 24.02 in D 14.18 in

Vintage Laminated Plywood Side Table by Marcel Breuer for Isokon

By Marcel Breuer, Isokon

Located in London, GB

A stylish and iconic vintage laminated plywood side table by Marcel Breuer for Isokon. Made in England and originally designed in 1936, this dates from around the 1950’s. It is beau...

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Mirror in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1960s

$1,696

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 1.97 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Mirror in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1960s

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Berlin, DE

Teak mirror, designed in the style of the renowned Gio Ponti. This piece encapsulates the elegance and simplicity of mid-century modern design. This mirror features a geometric frame...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Teak

Set of 2 Lounge Chairs by Hein Salomonson for AP Originals, Netherlands, 1960

$2,835 / set

H 28.75 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in

Set of 2 Lounge Chairs by Hein Salomonson for AP Originals, Netherlands, 1960

By AP Originals, Hein Salomonson

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice set of 2 lounge chairs designed by Hein Salomonson for AP Original (Polak), The Netherlands 1960. This model AP60 lounge chair set has solid black painted steel legs. The...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Midcentury tableware designed by Gabriella Crespi, Italy

$2,858 / set

H 0.79 in Dm 6.3 in

Midcentury tableware designed by Gabriella Crespi, Italy

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Tableware designed by Gabriella Crespi Pair of golden brass tableware designed by Gabriella Crespi. Recorded by Archivio Gabriella Crespi, Milan. Signed Italy 1970s D: 16 cm H: 2 ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

wonderful vienna secession patio chairs

$1,822 / set

H 36.23 in W 14.18 in D 18.12 in

wonderful vienna secession patio chairs

By Koloman Moser

Located in Munich, DE

amazing patio or garden chairs from vienna. showing the clear lines of vienna secession. i can ship in 2 boxes with dhl .

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca

$18,790 / set

H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 36.23 in

Pair of Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca

By Maison Gouffé

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

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2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Alpaca, Beech

1970s Mario Bellini 3-Piece Bambole Sofa Set for B&B Italia

$17,083 / set

H 33.47 in W 27.96 in D 32.29 in

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By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

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Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Sofas

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Wool, Upholstery

Handstitched Black Leather Table Lamp with Green Silk Shade, France, 1960s

$1,879

H 22.25 in W 13.78 in D 9.45 in

Handstitched Black Leather Table Lamp with Green Silk Shade, France, 1960s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Den Haag, NL

Handstitched Black leather Table Lamp with Green Silk Shade, France 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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$592Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.19 in W 17.92 in D 15.36 in

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Gothic Revival side chair. Striking Dutch design from the 1930s. Solid oak frame with original hand-carved elements. This wonderful Gothic Revival side chair is in ...

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Vintage 1930s Dutch Gothic Revival Side Chairs

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Oak

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet

$17,083

H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1950's stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet Made for transatlantic and air France company Bi-color of brown leather Great condition

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Vintage 1950s European Armchairs

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1970's Studio pottery lamp By Vallauris

$2,169

H 13 in W 7.49 in D 6.3 in

1970's Studio pottery lamp By Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1970's Studio pottery "owl" lamp Hand made By Alain Blanchard

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Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.