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Theo Ruth Sectional Sofa by Artifor, 1950's
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Modular seating group by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 1950's. The four elements can
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Spanish Designer, Sectional Sofa & Ottoman, Oak, Suede, Spain, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak, brown suede and cord modular sofa or 5 slipper chairs with ottoman, designed
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Suede, Cord, String, Oak
Joseph-André Motte Sectional Sofa Seat in Red Original Upholstery France, 1950s
By Joseph-André Motte, Steiner
Located in Almelo, NL
Joseph-André Motte Sectional Sofa Seat in Red Original Upholstery France, 1950s
This is a set of
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 33.47 in W 79.93 in D 33.47 in
Frank Lloyd Wright Mid-Century American Modern Upholstered Sectional Sofa
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Queens, NY
American Modern (1950s) upholstered beige sectional sofa. (FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT FOR HERITAGE
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1950s Immaculate Yellow Boucle Style Quilted Serpentine Curved Modular Sectional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
yellow, boucle style upholstery sectional sofa. In the style of Adrian Pearsall. The ultra rare sectional
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 34 in W 180 in D 34 in
1950's Rare Danish Corner Sofa Raised on Beech Legs and Green Mohair Fabric
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish mid-century corner sofa. This sofa was made around 1950 well before corner sofas and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Beech, Wool, Mohair
Finn Juhl for Cado Modular Sofa Lounge Armchairs 1950s, Danish Modern
By Cado, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl for Cado Modular Modern sofa lounge armchair set 1950s rarity, signed. Gorgeous rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Textile, Rosewood
Harvey Probber Deep Tufted Sectional from the Nuclear Sert Series Early 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
fabricated in the early 1950s.
This is a beautiful two-piece sectional sofa designed by Harvey Probber in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 27 in W 133 in D 33 in
Vintage Italian Modular Sofa Set, 1950s, Set of 5
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Milano, IT
This modular sofa consists of 5 elements, just reupholstered, with brass feet in original
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Metal
Glamorous Hollywood Regency Mid Century Art Deco Sectional Sofa c 1930s/1950s
Located in New York, NY
Incredible sumptuous Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, midcentury sectional sofa, newly reupholstered in
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 23 in W 117 in D 83 in
Dunbar Wormley 2 Piece Sectional Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Dunbar Wormley 2 piece sectional sofa
1950s
Rare sectional sofa designed by Edward Wormley
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Black Leather Tellus Sofa by Folke Jansson, Sweden, 1950s
By Folke Jansson
Located in Madrid, ES
Tellus sofa by Folke Jansson. Sweden. 1950s. 160cms.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Modular Settee Sofa Set, Original Psychedelic Abstract Print Tribal Fabric
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This original 1950s sofa sectional couch comes in two separate pieces which allows room to play
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
1950’s Leopard 2 Piece Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Charleston, SC
This stunning piece of American Mid-Century Modern early 1950s Biomorphic design for a sofa was re
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1950's Custom Designed Edward Wormley Sectional Sofa
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Amazing semi-circular sectional sofa custom designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Three sections
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
1950s Sectional Sofa, Three-Pieces
Located in Norwalk, CT
Wonderful scale on this relatively petite sofa. Tight seat and back, reupholstered in taupe velvet
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
1950s Three-Piece Sectional Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
American sectional sofa in three pieces with interesting tetrahedron like solid walnut legs. Still
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Boomerang-Form Sectional Sofa, USA, circa 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sleek and elegant. All new upholstery in grey velvet. Walnut legs with brass caps. Each of the straight end pieces are 54" wide. The center, curved section is 60" wide. Depth is 35"....
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Vintage Modern Three-Piece Sectional Sofa, circa 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Norwalk, CT
geometric frame. Floated on dark wood platform. Purchased by the original owner in the early 1950s, this
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
1950s Striped Velvet Two Piece Corner Sectional Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic 1950s two-piece sectional clad in button-tufted olive, gold, and umber striped velvet
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Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Wood, Velvet, Upholstery
Heywood Wakefield Ashcraft Hollywood Regency Bamboo Form Sectional Sofa, 1950s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional all original mid-century modern Hollywood Regency two-piece sectional sofa
By
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Ash
H 29.25 in W 91 in D 27 in
Exciting Two-Piece 1950s Serpentine Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exciting Mid-Century Modern two-piece, 1950s serpentine sectional sofa. Wonderful undulating sofas
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Wood
1950's Mid-Century Modern 2-Piece Sectional Loveseat
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern lounge couch for sale. From the 1950's, and has been professionally
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Calif-Asia Midcentury Hollywood Regency Rattan Four-Piece Sectional Sofa, 1950s
By Calif-Asia
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency rattan four-piece sectional sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Hardwood
H 29.75 in W 88 in D 29 in
Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa in Black Leather with Mahogany Legs 1950s 'signed'
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Clean line sectional (2 piece) sofa upholstered in Edelman black leather with mahogany legs by
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
H 32 in W 93 in D 93 in
Hollywood Regency Pink Microsuede Sectional Sofa Couch & Coffee Table Set
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Ultra elegant vintage 1950s sectional sofa with matching coffee table / ottoman. This sofa is
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Modular Sectional Sofa in the Manner of Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, CA
1950's / 1960's modular sofa sectional in a warm earthy grey fabric. Fully refurbished and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Paul McCobb Three Chair Sofa Sectional for Directional by Custom Craft
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hanover, MA
Mid-1950's sectional sofa design by Paul McCobb for Directional by Custom Craft in seldom seen 3
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Rare 1950s Outdoor Wrought Iron Sectional by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This beautiful six section sectional sofa designed by Russell Woodard is wrought iron that is newly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Two-Piece Sectional Restored in Brazilian Cowhide, 1950s
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This beautiful Mid-Century sofa underwent a meticulous interior restoration. The Forsyth design
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Cowhide
Couch Foam Brass Velvet 1950s-1960s Italian Prodution
Located in Milano, IT
Big bowed couch; foam padding, velvet covering, brass legs.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Brass
One of Seven Joseph Andre Motte Slipper Chairs 743 for Steiner, France, 1950s
By Joseph-André Motte, Steiner
Located in Berlin, DE
New upholstered Motte lounge chairs in yellow Romo fabric and black powder coated frame. All in excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 22.84 in D 26.78 in
1950's Free-Form Sectional Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1950's free-form sectional sofa. Upholstered about 15 years ago, just bought back from customer
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Versatile 1950's Sectional
Located in Pasadena, CA
This 3 seat sectional can be used as a loveseat and a slipper chair.
12 tapered light wood legs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950s Sectional Oasis Sofa by Modernize
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Versatile two-piece sectional sofa by "Modernize" circa early 1950s.
This fabulous sofa retains
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rattan Sectional 5-Piece Suite by Ficks Reed circa 1950's Completely Original
Located in Chicago, IL
funky, groovy, mid-century modern, but for me, it screams 1950’s and makes all of us smile, especially
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rattan
H 28.5 in W 74 in D 37.25 in
1950s American Rattan Sofa
Located in London, GB
Very comfortable 1950s three-seat sectional sofa with curved stacked rattan base and decorative fan
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rattan
1950s L Shaped Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 sectional (2 sofas) Mohair and Woo
By Edward Wormley
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A pair of 1950s iconic armless sofas designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture model 5526
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Mohair
H 30 in W 127 in D 29 in
Ficks Reed, Sectional Sofa, Rattan, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Ficks Reed
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan, dark-stained wood and white fabric sectional sofa.
Seat height 17”.
Module 1 measure
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Exciting Two-Piece 1950s Serpentine Sectional Sofa, Mid-Century Modern
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exciting Mid-Century Modern two-piece, 1950s serpentine sectional sofa. Wonderful undulating sofas
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Three-Piece Minerva Sectional Sofa Daybed, 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in West Hartford, CT
This rare three-piece version of the famed Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard designed Minerva sofa or
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32 in W 102 in D 31.5 in
Pink Mohair Theo Ruth Four Element Sectional Sofa Artifort 1950s the Netherlands
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A stunning 1950s sectional sofa by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort.
The four elements can
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Nickel, Steel
H 29.93 in W 29.14 in D 33.86 in
Edward Wormley Style Mid-Century Modern Tufted Sectional Sofa Couch
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Ultra elegant vintage 1950s sectional sofa purchased from the original owner who's estate was
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Bamboo Sofa Sectional and Armchair
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1950s five-piece sofa sectional and armchair in natural bamboo, triple banded arms and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Bamboo
Two-Piece Curved Serpentine Sectional Sofa, Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exciting Mid-Century Modern two-piece, 1950s serpentine sectional sofa. Wonderful undulating sofas
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Two-Piece Serpentine Curved Sectional Sofa, Midcentury
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
Coveted 1950s two-piece serpentine sectional sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan. Dimensions are
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1950s Hans Olson TV161 Teak and Cane Modular Seating Set
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Hans Olson TV161 teak and cane modular seating set. Designed in 1957 by Olsen and executed in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Cane, Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Style Mid-Century Modern Seating Set by Herlag, 1950s
Located in Zagreb, HR
, 1950s Netherlands.
Very reminiscent of Scandinavian design, this modular seating set can be modified
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 26.78 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in
1950s Rosewood Danish Liquor Cabinet Sofa Sectional Side Table Rustic Mad Men
By Arne Vodder
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Brazilian Rosewood and Black Micarta liquor cabinet table. Fully functional. Showing Wear, Unlocked, but we have No Key.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Rosewood
H 23.13 in W 29.63 in D 29.63 in
1950's Sectional Sofa Upholstered With Paul Smith Fabric
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950's SECTIONAL SOFA NEWLY UPHOLSTERED WITH PAUL SMITH FABRIC.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Two Piece Sectional Sofa Circa 1950s
Located in Geneva, IL
RE-UPHOLSTERED IN DURALEE FABRIC - 1950S SECTIONAL SOFA.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Two-Piece Sectional Sofa, circa 1950s, Reupholstered
Located in Austin, TX
Two-piece sectional sofa offers versatile seating options. Pieces come together to form a single
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Sectional Sofas
A Superb Two Part Curvy Sectional Sofa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A Superb Two Part 1950s Curvy Sectional Sofa on Brass Capped Feet Upholstered by Talisman
Category
Vintage 1950s Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Edward Wormley sectional sofas, set of TWO
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley
sectional sofas, set of TWO pieces
Dunbar
USA, 1950s
THE SECTIONAL SOFA CAN BE
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Brass
Elegant Vintage Curved Sectional Sofa by Erwin Lambeth
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in Hudson, NY
A beautiful and elegant 1950s curved sectional sofa designed by Erwin Lambeth. Composed of a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Three Pieces Modular Curved Sofa, 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian curved sectional sofa, original vintage structure newly reupholstered in silver grey silk
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950s Italian Three Pieces Modular Sofa, Black and White Fabric
Located in Firenze, IT
Three pieces modular sofa newly reupholstered in black and white bouclè fabric, black steel
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Steel
A Stunning Two Part Sofa on Wooden and Brass Plated Base 1950s
Located in London, GB
A Stunning Two Part Sofa Set on on a Floating Brass Base with Wooden Wrap Detail 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
A Stunning Two Part Sofa on Wooden and Brass Plated Base 1950s
Located in London, GB
A Stunning Two Part Sofa Set on a Floating Brass Base with Wooden Wrap Detail 1950s
Shorter side
Category
Vintage 1950s Sectional Sofas
Materials
Brass
Modular Bamboo and Metal "Wroughtan" Seating Shirley Ritts, 1950's
Located in Houston, TX
Modular Bamboo and Metal Seating attributed to Shirley Ritts for Herbert Ritts Furniture Co from Los Angeles Ca. Circa 1954. Includes 1 armless chair, 1 ottoman, 1 Left Arm Facing Ch...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Canvas, Bamboo
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1950s Sofa Sectional For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s sofa sectional you’re looking for. Each 1950s sofa sectional for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1950s sofa sectional, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 1950s sofa sectional bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s sofa sectional over the years, but those crafted by Edward Wormley, Harvey Probber and Dunbar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1950s Sofa Sectional?
The average selling price for a 1950s sofa sectional at 1stDibs is $6,860, while they’re typically $700 on the low end and $48,000 for the 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 Sofa Sectional
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good sectional sofa is both fashionable and comfortable. The classic three-piece L-shaped sofa is perhaps the most prevalent type. Find a collection of antique and vintage sectional sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a sofa and a sectional comes down to design. A sofa is a one-piece cushioned and upholstered furnishing that seats two or more people at one time. A sectional offers seating for multiple users as well, but it consists of individual pieces, such as loveseats, chaises, chairs, recliners and corner components that can be arranged side by side to create unique configurations. Shop a large selection of sofas and sectionals on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Two highly reputable brands in the US for sectional sofas are Lee Industries and CR Laine. It is important to consider that the higher the quality the sectional sofa, the longer they will last. Find an expansive inventory of sectional sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A three-section sofa is an upholstered couch that is designed with three sections for seating. A traditional sofa is typically a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people, whereas a sectional sofa consists of multiple pieces that can be arranged in several different layouts. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary sectional sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Roche Bobois sectional sofa normally does not require much assembly beyond fitting the frames of the individual pieces together. The procedure to follow varies. Consult the instructions provided with the sectional or contact the company for advice. You'll find a variety of Roche Bobois sectionals 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The number of sectional sofas in the Timothy Oulton collection may vary from year to year. As of December 2021, the collection included nine sectionals: the Shabby, the Nirvana, the Nest, the Zenna, the Haven, the Oasis, the Realm, the Studio and the Scrambler. Shop a selection of Timothy Oulton furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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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