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 Yellow Chairs

Hungary Chairs Mid Century

Yellow Outdoor Furniture

Yellow Wingback

Mustard Chair

Mustard Yellow Armchair

Tolix Metal Chairs

French Metal Cafe Furniture

French Outdoor Chair

French Chair in Wood and Yellow Upholstery, France, 1950's

$1,520

H 32.29 in W 25.2 in D 19.69 in

French Chair in Wood and Yellow Upholstery, France, 1950's

Located in Uithoorn, NL

French Chair in Wood and Yellow Upholstery, France, 1950's This expressive armchair was produced

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

1950’s Original French Tolix T37 Outdoor Dining Chairs – Pair Yellow

$317 / set

H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 18.12 in

1950’s Original French Tolix T37 Outdoor Dining Chairs – Pair Yellow

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Original French Tolix T37 Outdoor Dining Chairs – Pair Yellow. Tolix is one of our all

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950's Original French Outdoor Yellow Slatted Chairs - Various Quantities Availa

$195 / item

H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in

1950's Original French Outdoor Yellow Slatted Chairs - Various Quantities Availa

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Original French Outdoor Yellow Slatted Chairs – Various Quantities Available 1950’s

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950's Original French Multipl's Table and Chair Set, Yellow

$1,329 / set

H 29.14 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in

1950's Original French Multipl's Table and Chair Set, Yellow

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Original French multipl’s table and chair set – yellow 1950’s Original French multipl’s

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Pierre Guariche Yellow Fiberglass Side Chairs by Steiner - France 1950's

$6,600 / set

H 28 in W 18 in D 19.3 in

Pair of Pierre Guariche Yellow Fiberglass Side Chairs by Steiner - France 1950's

By Pierre Guariche, Siege Steiner

Located in New York, NY

Rare pair of yellow fiberglass side chairs by Pierre Guariche in good vintage. These "tonneau

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Yellow Chairs by Pierre Guariche, 1950s

$2,686 / set

H 32.68 in W 21.66 in D 15.75 in

Set of Yellow Chairs by Pierre Guariche, 1950s

Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR

Set of Yellow Chairs by Pierre Guariche, 1950s Vintage Design Discover this magnificent batch of

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20th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Yellow Fiberglass Tulip Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s

$1,850

H 28.35 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in

Rare Yellow Fiberglass Tulip Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Dronten, NL

A exceptional example of mid-century French design, this rare tulip chair was created by Pierre

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Vintage Retro Yellow and Chrome Melamine Chairs

$202Sale Price / set|45% Off

H 30.71 in W 14.18 in D 16.93 in

1950s Vintage Retro Yellow and Chrome Melamine Chairs

Located in Markington, GB

1950s vintage retro yellow and chrome chairs, Measures: Seat height is 45 cm or 18 in.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Chairs in Hardwood & Yellow Linen Canvas, Carlo Hauner, 1950s

$5,000 / set

H 35 in W 18 in D 16 in

Set of 2 Chairs in Hardwood & Yellow Linen Canvas, Carlo Hauner, 1950s

By Carlo Hauner

Located in New York, NY

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Vintage Yellow Velvet Chair by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy 1950s

$854Sale Price|20% Off

H 23.63 in W 27.17 in D 27.96 in

Vintage Yellow Velvet Chair by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy 1950s

By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Catania, CT

Very good general condition with normal trace of age and use. Re-upholstered in yellow velvet.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Yellow Lounge Chairs in New Cotton Velvet, Italy, 1950s

$8,452Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 31.5 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in

Pair of Yellow Lounge Chairs in New Cotton Velvet, Italy, 1950s

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of lounge chairs in new cotton velvet, Italy, 1950s Two lounge chairs in new Lelievre cotton

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Set of Four Vintage Yellow Chairs Attributable to Gae Aulenti, Italy, 1950s

$1,200 / set

H 31.49 in W 16.92 in D 20.47 in

Set of Four Vintage Yellow Chairs Attributable to Gae Aulenti, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

Set of four vintage yellow chairs, Italian manufacture, 1950's. Polished metal structure and yellow

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Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Soft Yellow Chiavari Side Chair, 1950s, Italy

$1,988

H 36.42 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Soft Yellow Chiavari Side Chair, 1950s, Italy

By Chiavari

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern vintage Chiavari chair or side chair from brass with a newly covered soft yellow

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

1950s Easy or Lounge Chair Set by Selman Selmanagic in mustard yellow

$2,360Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in

1950s Easy or Lounge Chair Set by Selman Selmanagic in mustard yellow

By Selman Selmanagic, Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 2 easy chairs designed by architect Selman Selmanagic in 1957 for the East German

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Willy van der Meeren for Tubax Set of 6 Lounge Chairs in blue, red, yellow 1950s

$4,866Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 20.87 in

Willy van der Meeren for Tubax Set of 6 Lounge Chairs in blue, red, yellow 1950s

By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax

Located in Berlin, DE

Willy van der Meeren for Tubax Set of 6 Lounge Chairs in yellow, red and blue

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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage German Armchair – 1950s Mustard Yellow & Green – Mid-Century Style

$421

H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 8.67 in

Vintage German Armchair – 1950s Mustard Yellow & Green – Mid-Century Style

Located in Hannover, DE

Vintage Armchair – Germany, 1950s – Mustard Yellow Frame & Green Seat Manufacturer: Unknown A

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Beech

Danish Papa Bear Chair of Teak and Warm Yellow Wool, 1950s

$6,784

H 40.16 in W 32.68 in D 34.65 in

Danish Papa Bear Chair of Teak and Warm Yellow Wool, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

manufacturer in the 1950s. The chair is in the same style as Hans J. Wegners Papa Bear chair. The nails on the

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Retro, Vintage Highly Sought-After 1950s–1960s Yellow/Orange Egg Chair on Wheels

$1,687

H 31.5 in W 33.86 in D 37.41 in

Retro, Vintage Highly Sought-After 1950s–1960s Yellow/Orange Egg Chair on Wheels

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally unusual and highly sought-after 1950s–1960s egg chair, presented on castors and

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Foam

Vintage 1950s Lemon Yellow DAX Chair Charles+Ray Eames Zenith Herman Miller

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 31 in W 24.13 in D 24 in

Vintage 1950s Lemon Yellow DAX Chair Charles+Ray Eames Zenith Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Hyattsville, MD

. The color is a slightly desaturated lemon yellow and is slightly translucent. This chair has never

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

1950s, Danish relax chair, furniture velour, carved ash wood.

$1,579 / item

H 33.47 in W 30.32 in D 33.47 in

1950s, Danish relax chair, furniture velour, carved ash wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish relax chair. Honey-yellow furniture velour, carved ash wood, springs in the seat

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Vintage 1950s Danish Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Pale Yellow Asian Style Queen Anne Side Chair, 1950s USA

$475

H 45 in W 22 in D 21 in

Pale Yellow Asian Style Queen Anne Side Chair, 1950s USA

Located in Stamford, CT

Pale yellow painted Asian style queen Anne side chair with a plaid silk covered seat cushion.

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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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1950s Yellow Design Chair

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H 26.38 in W 27.17 in D 22.05 in

1950s Yellow Design Chair

Located in Paris, FR

Chair with black lacquered frame, black and yellow stretched plastic seat. H 67 cm. Signs of wear.

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Vintage 1950s Chairs

1950s Scandinavian Retro Black and Yellow Satellite Chair with Original Seating

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H 25.6 in W 22.05 in D 24.02 in

1950s Scandinavian Retro Black and Yellow Satellite Chair with Original Seating

Located in Oslo, NO

Funky 1950s retro open arm woven satellite chair with original plastic covered wicker. Colorful

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Yellow Upholstery, set of four Plywood Chairs by Arne Jacobsen

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H 31.11 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in

1950s Yellow Upholstery, set of four Plywood Chairs by Arne Jacobsen

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Grand Prix Chairs, new upholstery by Arne Jacobsen, Denmark, 1955. These Grand Prix chairs are a

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood

1950s Warm Yellow Fabric Lounge Chairs by Guglielmo Veronesi, New Upholstery

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in

1950s Warm Yellow Fabric Lounge Chairs by Guglielmo Veronesi, New Upholstery

By I.S.A. Italy, Gio Ponti

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

New upholstery in ocra yellow high-quality fabric, lounge chairs by Guglielmo Veronesi, Italy, 1952

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s Buttercup Yellow Armchair, Restored

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H 17.72 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in

1950s Buttercup Yellow Armchair, Restored

Located in Karlsruhe, DE

Nicely curved lounge chair from the 1950s. Lovingly restored by the upholsterer. Completely

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1950s Cees Braakman 4 Combex Wire Chairs for Pastoe, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow

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H 32.29 in W 22.45 in D 24.41 in

1950s Cees Braakman 4 Combex Wire Chairs for Pastoe, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow

By Cees Braakman

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

4 "Combex" wire chairs in metal by Cees Braakman: Red, blue, yellow and green. Plastic ball on the

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1950s British wingback armchair upholstered in quality yellow textile

Unavailable

H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 35.04 in

Vintage 1950s British wingback armchair upholstered in quality yellow textile

Located in London, GB

A very comfortable and stylish vintage 1950s English buttoned wingback armchair. Newly

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of 1950s British Wingback Armchairs Upholstered in Quality Yellow Textile

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H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 35.04 in

Pair of 1950s British Wingback Armchairs Upholstered in Quality Yellow Textile

Located in London, GB

A very comfortable and stylish pair of vintage 1950s English buttoned wingback armchairs. Newly

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

1950s Cocktail Chair Yellow Fabric

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H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 23.63 in

1950s Cocktail Chair Yellow Fabric

Located in Lábatlan, HU

1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs

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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

1950s Cocktail Chair Yellow Fabric

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H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 23.63 in

1950s Cocktail Chair Yellow Fabric

Located in Lábatlan, HU

1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs

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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

1950s Cocktail Chairs Yellow Fabric

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H 23.63 in W 20.87 in D 25.99 in

1950s Cocktail Chairs Yellow Fabric

Located in Lábatlan, HU

1950s cocktail chairs. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs

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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Restored Yellow Club Sofa, and chairs 1950s

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H 26.38 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in

Restored Yellow Club Sofa, and chairs 1950s

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Restored yellow club sofa and chairs , 1950s. 1950s cocktail sofa. Very well constructed sofa

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Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Norwegian Gold Mustard Yellow Wool & Oak Armchair Midcentury Chair, 1950s

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H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 19.69 in

Norwegian Gold Mustard Yellow Wool & Oak Armchair Midcentury Chair, 1950s

Located in London, GB

or work area. The chair has a padded back and sculptured oak armrests for enhanced comfort. A

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

1950's, French Yellow Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Six

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H 32.29 in W 15.36 in D 18.51 in

1950's, French Yellow Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French yellow metal outdoor dining chairs – set of six. 1950’s French yellow metal outdoor

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950's French Yellow Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Good Quantities Available

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H 32.29 in W 15.36 in D 18.51 in

1950's French Yellow Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Good Quantities Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French yellow metal outdoor dining chairs – good quantities available 1950’s French yellow

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Peter Hvidt Yellow Adjustable Teak 1950's Dining Chairs

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H 33.25 in W 18 in D 20 in

Peter Hvidt Yellow Adjustable Teak 1950's Dining Chairs

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Phoenix, AZ

backs. These were purchased in Copenhagen in the late 1950's. Price listed is for the set of 8.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

1950's French Yellow Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Four

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H 32.29 in W 15.36 in D 18.51 in

1950's French Yellow Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French red metal outdoor dining chairs – set of four 1950’s French yellow metal outdoor

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Blue, Yellow or Red Laminate Chairs, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in

Blue, Yellow or Red Laminate Chairs, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Blue, yellow or red laminate chairs, 1950s Three colors laminate stackable chairs, with metal legs

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames for Herman Miller Yellow Dss Fiberglass Chair 1950s 'Signed'

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H 31.5 in W 22 in D 21.5 in

Eames for Herman Miller Yellow Dss Fiberglass Chair 1950s 'Signed'

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Eames for Herman Miller Yellow DSS fiberglass chair 1950s (Signed with Herman Miller logo on bottom

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chairs - Pair

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H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chairs - Pair

By Tolix

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chairs - Pair 1950's Original Yellow

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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chairs - Pair

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H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chairs - Pair

By Tolix

Located in Hook, Hampshire

950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chairs - Pair 1950's Original Yellow

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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury Blue, Yellow and Red Laminate Chairs, 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in

Italian Midcentury Blue, Yellow and Red Laminate Chairs, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian midcentury blue, yellow and red laminate chairs, 1950s Three colors laminate stackable

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix Wood Seat Metal Bistro Dining Chair - Large

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H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 19.3 in

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix Wood Seat Metal Bistro Dining Chair - Large

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Original Yellow French Tolix Wood Seat Metal Bistro Dining Chair – Large Quantities

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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Paul McCobb Yellow Origami Side Chair on Rare Solid Base, USA, 1950s

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H 32.29 in W 21.26 in D 22.84 in

Paul McCobb Yellow Origami Side Chair on Rare Solid Base, USA, 1950s

By St. John, Paul McCobb

Located in Berlin, DE

A 1950s yellow Paul McCobb Origami chair for St. John seating. The fiberglass seat is molded at

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

1950s Rustic French Country Dining Chairs, Set of Four Yellow

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H 33.08 in W 15.36 in D 14.97 in

1950s Rustic French Country Dining Chairs, Set of Four Yellow

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s rustic French country dining chairs, set of four yellow 1950s rustic French country dining

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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Laminate

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Six

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H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in

1950's Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Outdoor Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Tolix

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Original yellow French Tolix T2 metal outdoor dining chairs – set of six 1950’s Original

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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Danish mid century modern set of six yellow fabric and wood chairs, 1950s

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H 32.09 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in

Danish mid century modern set of six yellow fabric and wood chairs, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Danish mid century modern set of six yellow fabric and wood chairs, 1950s. Set of six chairs with a

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Eames RKR Rocking Wire Side Chair with Yellow Hopsak original cover.

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H 26.75 in W 19 in D 27.25 in

1950s Eames RKR Rocking Wire Side Chair with Yellow Hopsak original cover.

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

chair retains its original birch runners and original yellow hopsak fabric. The black iron frame pops

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Rare Design Yellow Big Wing Chair, 1950s

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H 37.8 in W 33.47 in D 33.86 in

Vintage Rare Design Yellow Big Wing Chair, 1950s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Original upholstery has some signs use - Fixed frame - Comfortable - Good, original condition.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

High Back Yellow Lounge Chairs by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1950s

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H 41 in W 31 in D 37 in

High Back Yellow Lounge Chairs by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1950s

By Augusto Bozzi

Located in New York, NY

A rare pair of lounge chairs by the elusive Augusto Bozzi. Given the number of highly successful

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

1950s, Schiller Danish High Back Lounge Chair in Yellow

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H 40 in W 30 in D 32 in

1950s, Schiller Danish High Back Lounge Chair in Yellow

Located in Oakland, CA

Curvy midcentury high back lounge chair Model A 24 manufactured by Schiller Polstre Mobler, Denmark

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Bentwood

Two Beech & Yellow Leatherette Chairs by Ligne Roset - France 1950s

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H 31.5 in W 16.54 in D 19.69 in

Two Beech & Yellow Leatherette Chairs by Ligne Roset - France 1950s

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in New York, NY

Graphic solid beech chairs by Ligne Roset. Attributed to Michel Ducaroy? Unique V shaped backrest

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

1950s Armchairs Upholstered in Yellow Sunbrella Fabric

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H 30 in W 28 in D 37 in

1950s Armchairs Upholstered in Yellow Sunbrella Fabric

Located in Los Angeles, CA

to the bright yellow sunbrella fabric. The chairs are extremely comfortable and

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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Early Milo Baughman Yellow Modern Lounge Chair, James Inc, Thayer Coggin, 1950s

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H 28 in W 33 in D 28 in

Early Milo Baughman Yellow Modern Lounge Chair, James Inc, Thayer Coggin, 1950s

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early Milo Baughman Butter yellow leather modern lounge chair, James Inc/ Thayer Coggin, 1950s

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Yellow Dining Chairs by Vittorio Dassi, Set of Six, 1950s

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H 35.83 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in

Italian Mid-Century Yellow Dining Chairs by Vittorio Dassi, Set of Six, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Elegant lines and solid structures for this stunning set of six dining chairs, designed by Vittorio

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Silk, Oak

Yellow Club Armchair, Poland, 1950s

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H 30.32 in W 22.05 in D 28.35 in

Yellow Club Armchair, Poland, 1950s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Club vintage armchair after renovation, new yellow upholstery. Measures: Height 77 cm / sitting

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of Mid-Century Brown and Yellow Beech Chairs, Oswald Haerdtl, 1950s, Czechia

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H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in

Set of Mid-Century Brown and Yellow Beech Chairs, Oswald Haerdtl, 1950s, Czechia

By Oswald Haerdtl

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Set of four czech midcentury chairs made by Architect Oswald Haerdtl. Material: beech, fabric

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Italian Mahogany and Yellow Velvet Dining Chairs , 1950s

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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in

Italian Mahogany and Yellow Velvet Dining Chairs , 1950s

Located in Rome, IT

Set of six Italian modern chairs ,manufactured during the 50s At the moment we have only

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1950s Club Chair in Wrought Iron and Yellow Velvet, Brazilian Mid Century Modern

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1950s Club Chair in Wrought Iron and Yellow Velvet, Brazilian Mid Century Modern

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1950's T37 Original Tolix Yellow And Black Armchairs - Set Of Thirteen

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1950s Pair of Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chair

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1950s Pair of Original Yellow French Tolix T2 Metal Café Dining Chair

By Xavier Pauchard

Located in Hook, Hampshire

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Pair of Italian Easy Chairs Senape Yellow Fabric and Black Iron Legs, 1950s

Located in Rome, IT

Set of twof easy chairs , manufactured in Italy in 1950's Senape yellow fabric, this was changed

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Set of Two Gastone Rinaldi Chairs, 1950s, Italy

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Located in Wolfurt, AT

Cocorita chair by Gastone Rinaldi.

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Pair of 1950s Italian canary yellow occasional armchairs

Located in London, GB

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4 Italian Mid-Century Modern Light Wood Yellow Velvet Dining Chairs 1950s

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4 Italian Mid-Century Modern Light Wood Yellow Velvet Dining Chairs 1950s

Located in Rome, IT

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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1970's Mullca High Laboratory Yellow Dining Chairs, Bar Stools, Set of Six

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1970's Mullca High Laboratory Yellow Dining Chairs, Bar Stools, Set of Six

By Mullca

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1970’s Mullca High Laboratory yellow dining chairs – Bar stools – Set of six 1950’s Mullca High

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Retro Yellow Wing Chair, Polish Design, 1950s

Located in Chorzów, PL

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Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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1950's Original French Outdoor Table And Chair Set - Two Chairs (3651)

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1950's Original French Outdoor Table And Chair Set - Two Chairs (3651)

Located in Hook, Hampshire

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Pair of warm Yellow Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s

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Pair of warm Yellow Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s

By Carlo di Carli

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Yellow Midcentury Arm-Chairs, Made in Czechia, 1950s, Fully Restored

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Pair of Yellow Midcentury Arm-Chairs, Made in Czechia, 1950s, Fully Restored

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

. Period 1950-1960.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Troy Sunshade Co. Black Enamel & Yellow Springback Chairs, 1950's

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H 32 in W 18 in D 19 in

Set of Four Troy Sunshade Co. Black Enamel & Yellow Springback Chairs, 1950's

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Located in Bainbridge, NY

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Set of Six Chiavari Dining Chairs in Wood and Yellow Velvet Seat, Italy, 1950s

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Set of Six Chiavari Dining Chairs in Wood and Yellow Velvet Seat, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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German Designer, Lounge Chair, Yellow Mohair, Teak, Germany, 1950s

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German Designer, Lounge Chair, Yellow Mohair, Teak, Germany, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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An assortment of 1950s yellow chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, all 1950s yellow chairs available were constructed with great care. 1950s yellow chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1950s yellow chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many 1950s yellow chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Osvaldo Borsani produced popular 1950s yellow chairs that are worth a look.

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