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.

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 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 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.

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.

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 White Couch

French Loveseat Linen

One Of a Kind Mid-Century 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Pearsall

$3,950

H 31 in W 133 in D 30 in

One Of a Kind Mid-Century 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Pearsall

Located in Las Vegas, NV

One Of a Kind Mid-Century Custom Made 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Adrian Pearsall A true gem for MCM enthusiasts—this custom-made vintage sofa embodies the bold, scu...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Faux Fur, Walnut

Italian White Fabric Sofa, 1950s, New Upholstery

$5,602

H 31.5 in W 50.4 in D 30.32 in

Italian White Fabric Sofa, 1950s, New Upholstery

Located in Brussels, BE

Italian white fabric sofa, 1950s - New upholstery European.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, White Fabric, 1950s

$5,602

H 35.83 in W 53.55 in D 34.65 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, White Fabric, 1950s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Italian sofa, White Fabric, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

1950s Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery and Wood

$2,200

H 31.5 in W 56.3 in D 27.96 in

1950s Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery and Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1950s. This sofa has all the flair and vitality of a typical Danish mid-century furniture piece. This particular design invites you to spend more time o...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s

$4,900Sale Price|50% Off

H 31.5 in W 81 in D 30 in

Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Miami, FL

Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern model 1307 light cream velvet sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutral velvet. The sofa features a sli...

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Velvet, Mahogany

Sofa in Caviuna wood and Off-White Bouclé by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s

$16,000

H 31 in W 73 in D 31 in

Sofa in Caviuna wood and Off-White Bouclé by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in New York, NY

Designed in Brazil in the 1950s, this sofa by Giuseppe Scapinelli is a striking example of the designer’s ability to unite sculptural elegance, structural clarity, and domestic comfo...

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Model 802 White and Azure Carlo De Carli Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1950s

$5,602

H 29.53 in W 72.84 in D 33.47 in

Model 802 White and Azure Carlo De Carli Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1950s

By Carlo di Carli, Cassina

Located in Milan, IT

Model 802 sofa by Carlo De Carli for Cassina.

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Materials

Wood

Italian Sofa Upholstered With Blanck and White Dedar fabrik , 1950s

$5,252

H 27.56 in W 76.78 in D 30.32 in

Italian Sofa Upholstered With Blanck and White Dedar fabrik , 1950s

Located in Ibiza, Spain

This 1950s Italian sofa features a sleek metal frame. Its cotton fabric upholstery, with Dedar's distinctive 'Tiger Mountain' design, adds a touch of unique and timeless style. Meas...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Winter garden sofa in white lacquered wrought iron, made in France, 1950s.

$2,801

H 39.38 in W 75.6 in D 32.68 in

Winter garden sofa in white lacquered wrought iron, made in France, 1950s.

Located in Lyon, FR

Rare and elegant French winter garden sofa from the 1950s. Updated by its previous owners with wooden seat and back inserts as well as new upholstery, this white lacquered wrought-ir...

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Vintage 1950s French Belle Époque Sofas

Materials

Wrought Iron

White Garden Sofa Mid-century Worked Shaped Green Metal Cushion 1950s

$2,614Sale Price|20% Off

H 39.38 in W 49.22 in D 23.63 in

White Garden Sofa Mid-century Worked Shaped Green Metal Cushion 1950s

Located in Palermo, Sicily

White Garden Sofa Mid-century Worked Shaped Green Metal Cushion 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

French Modernist Living Room Sofa Set In White Leather, 1950's

$16,923

H 30.32 in W 77.96 in D 39.38 in

French Modernist Living Room Sofa Set In White Leather, 1950's

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Both the sofa and chairs retain their original white eco-leather upholstery, complemented by sculptural dark pine wooden bases and frames.

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White Curved Banana Sofa, Denmark 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 39.38 in

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Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

Outstanding Art Deco banana sofa. Made in Denmark during the 1950s. Upholstered in white fabric.

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Fabric

Lovely Sofa and Daybed of White Wool by Ire Möbler, 1950s, Sweden

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Lovely Sofa and Daybed of White Wool by Ire Möbler, 1950s, Sweden

By Ire Mobel 1

Located in Stockholm, SE

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Osvaldo Borsani White D70 Armless Sofa for Tecno, Italy 1950's

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H 34 in W 77 in D 45 in

Osvaldo Borsani White D70 Armless Sofa for Tecno, Italy 1950's

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in New York, NY

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Italian 1950's 2 Seater Sofa, Reupholstered in White Velvet with Boucle Seat

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H 75 in W 142 in D 60 in

Italian 1950's 2 Seater Sofa, Reupholstered in White Velvet with Boucle Seat

Located in London, GB

Italian two seat sofa, 1950s, reupholstered in white velvet and off white boucle for the seat cushion and with wooden legs.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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1950s Italian Vintage White Velvet Sofa

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H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in

1950s Italian Vintage White Velvet Sofa

Located in Berlin, DE

This 1950s sofa, has got the original white velvet cover and is in a great vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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1950s American Rattan Sofa

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H 33 in W 80.5 in D 34.5 in

1950s American Rattan Sofa

Located in London, GB

Very comfortable 1950s three-seat sectional sofa with curved stacked rattan base and decorative fan arms.

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Hans Wegner Oak Cigar Sofas in White Pebbled Fabric for Getama, 1950s

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H 28.5 in W 47.75 in D 30 in

Hans Wegner Oak Cigar Sofas in White Pebbled Fabric for Getama, 1950s

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wegner oak Model GE240/2 "Cigar Sofa" for Getama, 1950s. Recently re-upholstered by the previous owner with removable slipcovers in a white pebble weave.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Oak

White Leather Sofa Probably Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

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H 28 in W 111 in D 36 in

White Leather Sofa Probably Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Southampton, NY

Probably designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. This is a beautiful long and low sofa. Four loose back cushions and two loose seat cushions recovered in smooth white leather.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

WHITE LEATHER SOFA

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H 28 in W 101 in D 32 in

WHITE LEATHER SOFA

Located in New York, NY

1950'S WHITE LEATHER SOFA WITH EBONISED WOOD

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Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Leather

White Italian Sofa by Nino Zoncada for Framar - New upholstery , 1950s.

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H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in

White Italian Sofa by Nino Zoncada for Framar - New upholstery , 1950s.

By Nino Zoncada

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Italian sofa by Nino Zoncada for Framar - New upholstery 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Sofa Velvet Upholstery Springs Padding Vintage Italy, 1950s

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H 34.26 in W 63.39 in D 27.96 in

Sofa Velvet Upholstery Springs Padding Vintage Italy, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

A sofa, springs padding and velvet upholstery. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Fully Restored Channelled Sofa by Edward Wormley in Pale Gray or White, 1950s

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H 28 in W 97 in D 38 in

Fully Restored Channelled Sofa by Edward Wormley in Pale Gray or White, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Austin, TX

Designed by Edward Wormley, renowned midcentury American designer and furniture historian, for Dunbar. This curvaceous sofa has channelled upholstery at continuous arms and generous,...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet

Italian three seat white velvet curved sofa with metal leg and brass tips, 1950s

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H 35.44 in W 76.38 in D 37.01 in

Italian three seat white velvet curved sofa with metal leg and brass tips, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian three seat white velvet curved sofa with metal leg and brass tips, 1950s Three seats curved sofa from 1950s, with metal leg and brass tips and covered in white velvet.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Gio Ponti Rare Production Settee or Sofa, White Fabric Oak, Asko, Finland, 1950s

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H 29.5 in W 62 in D 30 in

Gio Ponti Rare Production Settee or Sofa, White Fabric Oak, Asko, Finland, 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Asko

Located in High Point, NC

A rare example of Gio Ponti's most iconic sofa / settee / loveseat, license-produced by Finnish manufacturer Asko in the 1950s. Drawings and information about this sofa are recorde...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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French Mid-Century Ceramic Sofa Table Cubistic Szene Black-White-Red-Blue 1950s

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H 16.93 in Dm 27.17 in

French Mid-Century Ceramic Sofa Table Cubistic Szene Black-White-Red-Blue 1950s

Located in Salzburg, AT

Round mid-century sofa table with a square ceramic tile insert from the 1950s in France.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Iron

Federico Munari, Italian Modern, White Boucle, Bronze, Italy, 1950s

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H 35.5 in W 94 in D 36 in

Federico Munari, Italian Modern, White Boucle, Bronze, Italy, 1950s

By Federico Munari

Located in Stamford, CT

Federico Munari, Italian Modern, White Boucle, Bronze, Italy, 1950s A white boucle and bronze curved sofa designed and produced by Federico Munari in Italy in the middle of the 20th...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Bronze

Berthold Muller 1950s Natural Stone Mosaic Table in Black or White

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H 18.12 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in

Berthold Muller 1950s Natural Stone Mosaic Table in Black or White

By Berthold Muller

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare version of a Berthold Muller table with a brass edge and brass feet.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

German Brass, White, Grey, Blue and Yellow Glass Mosaic Side Table, 1950s

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H 22.84 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in

German Brass, White, Grey, Blue and Yellow Glass Mosaic Side Table, 1950s

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Berthold Müller side table with glass mosaic, Italy, 1950s. The Mosaic is designed with geometric forms in white, grey, blue and yellow. The Table legs are made of brass and form a l...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Rare Patio Sofa White Iron 1950s

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H 27.5 in W 72.75 in D 28 in

Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Rare Patio Sofa White Iron 1950s

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an incredible wrought iron, patio sofa, with rare pads made of brown vinyl, by Woodard, circa 1950s. In great condition. The dimensions are 72.75" W x 28" D...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Kathy OsbornUntitled, figurative oil painting of 1950s interior, woman on white couch, 2021

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H 11.5 in W 15 in

Untitled, figurative oil painting of 1950s interior, woman on white couch

By Kathy Osborn

Located in New York, NY

Kathy Osborn paints highly detailed, interior scenes, inspired by imagery from the Post-War era of the 1950s and 60s. Osborn’s multi-step process begins with a meticulous arrangement...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Paper, Oil, Board

Patio set Wrought Iron White Painted Metal Bistro Chairs and Sofa, France 1950s

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H 36.23 in W 15.75 in D 26.78 in

Patio set Wrought Iron White Painted Metal Bistro Chairs and Sofa, France 1950s

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Antwerp, BE

Midcentury wrought iron metal outdoor patio set featured four chairs and one two-seater a loveseat designed in style of the French designer Mathieu Matégot. White enameled wire frame...

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Vintage 1950s French Country Patio and Garden Furniture

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Wrought Iron

1950s Vintage White Sofa

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H 27.96 in W 54.34 in D 31.5 in

1950s Vintage White Sofa

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

A 1950s two seats vintage sofa with fabric cover and wood legs. Wood legs have been traited through the use of Japanese wood preserving technique "Yakisugi". The cover is made by thr...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

White Curved Sofa by I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 102.37 in D 70.87 in

White Curved Sofa by I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s

By ISA Bergamo

Located in Uithoorn, NL

White curved sofa by I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s Soft and inviting shapes in this famous sofa by ISA.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Large Danish Stately Sofa in White, 1960s

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H 30.32 in W 85.04 in D 31.5 in

Large Danish Stately Sofa in White, 1960s

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Three-seat sofa, in walnut and white fabric, Denmark, 1950s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Danish White Boucle with Cherrywood Sculptural Arms & Brass Sofa Couch

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H 29.53 in W 66.15 in D 31.11 in

1950s Danish White Boucle with Cherrywood Sculptural Arms & Brass Sofa Couch

Located in London, England

1950s vintage Danish sofa recently reupholstered in white boucle fabric with sculptured Cherrywood arms.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

White Lacquer Outdoor Settee Sofa by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini

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H 27.5 in W 41 in D 23.75 in

White Lacquer Outdoor Settee Sofa by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini

By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful 1950s white lacquer outdoor settee sofa by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

BLACK AND WHITE 1950S SECTIONAL SOFA

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H 29 in W 106 in D 33 in

BLACK AND WHITE 1950S SECTIONAL SOFA

Located in Geneva, IL

2 piece sectional sofa circa the 1950s - newly recovered in black and white Sunbrella fabric.

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Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Midcentury White Velvet 4-Seat Italian Sofa, 1950s

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H 32.29 in W 98.43 in D 37.41 in

Midcentury White Velvet 4-Seat Italian Sofa, 1950s

Located in Savona, IT

Italian manufacture sofa produced in the 1950s. Wooden structure padded and lined with new white velvet fabric.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern White Iron and Beige Fabric Italian Sofa, 1950s

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H 35.44 in W 55.52 in D 25.99 in

Mid-Century Modern White Iron and Beige Fabric Italian Sofa, 1950s

Located in Firenze, Toscana

White lacquered handmade iron structure, upholstered with beige cotton fabric.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

1950s White Upholstery Three-Seat Sofa by Florence Knoll

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H 31.5 in W 84.65 in D 30.71 in

1950s White Upholstery Three-Seat Sofa by Florence Knoll

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

The armless three-seat sofa designed by Florence Knoll has a chromium-plated parallel base with black finish. The three-seat and back cushions provides a very comfort seating and com...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Two-Seat Sofa with White Wool Upholstery, Denmark, '1950s'

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H 34.26 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Two-Seat Sofa with White Wool Upholstery, Denmark, '1950s'

By Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Finn Juhl "The Poet" two-seat sofa with white wool upholstery, Denmark (1950s).

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Vintage French 1950s Foldable Sofa in Faux Bamboo and Red/White Striped Textile

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H 33.08 in W 51.97 in D 27.17 in

Vintage French 1950s Foldable Sofa in Faux Bamboo and Red/White Striped Textile

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

France, 1950s Charming foldable sofa in faux bamboo with striped textile. Size: H 84 x W 132 x D 69 cm.

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Vintage 1950s French Sofas

Materials

Textile, Faux Bamboo

1950s Italian Three Pieces Modular Sofa, Black and White Fabric

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H 27.56 in W 106.3 in D 80.32 in

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 adjustable feets, perfect condition and vintage patina.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Floridasofa in White Sheepskin from Vatne, Norway, 1950s

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H 30.71 in W 68.51 in D 33.08 in

Midcentury Floridasofa in White Sheepskin from Vatne, Norway, 1950s

By Vatne Møbler

Located in Stockholm, SE

One of a kind, and hard to find vintage Florida Sheepskin sofa from Vatne Lenestolfabrikk, Norway 1950s. This stunning midcentury sofa has new real white and soft sheepskin upholster...

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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Teak

1950s French White Sofa

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H 30 in W 75 in D 49 in

1950s French White Sofa

Located in New York, NY

1950s French curved sofa upholstered in white linen.

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Vintage 1950s European Loveseats

Materials

Linen

Italian Midcentury Garden Sofa in White Laquered Iron from 1950s

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H 32.29 in W 68.9 in L 32.29 in

Italian Midcentury Garden Sofa in White Laquered Iron from 1950s

Located in Florence, IT

Italian midcentury garden sofa in white laquered iron from 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Italian Mid-Century White and Grey Velvet Sofa, 1950s

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H 38.19 in W 55.12 in D 33.47 in

Italian Mid-Century White and Grey Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Located in Savona, IT

Dramatic Italian manufacture loveseat. Structure in wood padded and lined with new fabric in white and grey velvet. Topstitch back with buttons. Legs in black lacquered metal with...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Three-Seat White Velvet Sofa, 1950s

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H 30.32 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in

Italian Three-Seat White Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Located in Savona, IT

Italian sofa produced in the 1950s. Wooden structure padded and lined with new white velvet.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Wood, Oak

Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock

$2,800 / set

H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Rosso Wall Mirror

$1,395 / item

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in

Rosso Wall Mirror

By Specchi Veneziani

Located in Milan, IT

Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...

Category

2010s Italian Renaissance Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Pillow Chair by Ash - Mint Velvet

$1,995

H 30.25 in W 27.5 in D 23.5 in

Pillow Chair by Ash - Mint Velvet

By ASH NYC

Located in New York, NY

The Ash Pillow Chair, everyone’s favorite companion reimagined in a new textile in four luscious colorways. A comfortable, custom-woven, fully upholstered velvet throne dreamed in an...

Category

2010s Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

$3,990 / item

H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in

Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

By Dusty Deco

Located in Los Angeles, CA

DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...

Category

2010s Bosnian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Velvet

1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors

$14,950 / item

H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in

1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors

Located in New York, NY

The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

The 'Matisse' Etagere

$2,501 / item

H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 16.54 in

The 'Matisse' Etagere

Located in London, GB

The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...

Category

2010s English Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères

$3,900 / set

H 15 in Dm 10 in

Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Hide, Wood, Parchment Paper

Rare Giulia Veronesi Perla Sofa, Green Fabric, ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s

$2,690

H 34.26 in W 70.87 in D 31.11 in

Rare Giulia Veronesi Perla Sofa, Green Fabric, ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s

By Giulia Veronesi, ISA Bergamo

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A rare 3 person Giulia Veronesi Perla sofa produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy 1950s. With markers mark. Original green fabric in fairly good condition with minor signs of use and wear. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern Teak Daybed w/ Leather Accents

$3,895

H 16 in W 72 in D 27 in

Danish Modern Teak Daybed w/ Leather Accents

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Teak Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New Pirelli Webbing, New Italian Cognac Leather Bolster Pillow _________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern fu...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak, Wood

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery

$4,035

H 35.04 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in London, GB

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition. Bespoke quote can be provided for re-upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Hardwood

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1950s White Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1950s white couch available at 1stDibs. Each 1950s white couch for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and metal. There are many kinds of the 1950s white couch you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1950s white couch, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 1950s white couch has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Osvaldo Borsani, Edward Wormley and Dunbar are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950s White Couch?

The average selling price for a 1950s white couch at 1stDibs is $2,672, while they’re typically $313 on the low end and $35,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

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