1970s Art
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Acrylic
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Pottery
Vintage 1970s Vases
Marble
Vintage 1970s Vases
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s Figurative Sculptures
Travertine
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Vases
Pottery
Vintage 1970s Bottles
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Paintings
Paint
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Console Tables
Mirror
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s Vases
Murano Glass
Vintage 1970s Outsider and Self Taught Art
Scrap Wood
Vintage 1970s Prints
Bentwood, Paper
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Paint
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
1970s Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic, Laid Paper, Permanent Marker
Vintage 1970s Italian Vases
Ceramic
1970s Realist Landscape Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Paintings
Other
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Side Tables
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dry Bars
Burl
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Prints
Other
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Porcelain
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Gold
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1970s European Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Belgian Black Marble, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s North American Art Deco Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1970s British Primitive Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Grand Tour Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Gold, Brass
Vintage 1970s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Rattan, Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Floor Lamps
Soapstone
Vintage 1970s European Ashtrays
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s North American Art Deco Paintings
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Pottery
Vintage 1970s Italian Vases
Glass
Vintage 1970s European Decorative Bowls
Glass
Vintage 1970s Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pottery, Terracotta
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Late 20th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Vintage 1970s Italian Bottles
Glass
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Shadow Boxes
Onyx, Gold
20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Watercolor
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Pottery
Vintage 1970s Dutch Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Steel
Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings
Oil
20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal, Iron
1970s Modern Nude Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Nude Paintings
Canvas, Oil
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- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024In contemporary art, conceptual art is a movement that began in the 1960s. Artists producing conceptual art assign more importance to the idea behind the art than to the piece itself. An example is Joseph Kosuth’s One and Three Chairs, a piece consisting of a real chair, a photograph of a chair and the dictionary definition of the word chair. When the work was displayed, Kosuth included instructions for any chair to be photographed and then displayed beside its image. In this way, the chair itself is not the artwork. Rather, the art comes from examining the way the object, image and words provide competing and complementary definitions of what a chair is. Find a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art is a category of art comprising works with purely aesthetic purpose, as opposed to applied art, which serves a practical function.
- What kind of art is Western art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Western art can reference art made in the American West, typically at the end of the 19th century. It can also reference any type of art that comes from the “west,” meaning a region that shares a European tradition, including the United States and Canada. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- What type of art is KAWS’s art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Many people consider KAWS’s art type to be Pop art. The style first emerged in the 1950s. In stark contrast to traditional artistic practice, Pop art’s practitioners drew on imagery from popular culture, using things like comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media to create original paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. In his work, KAWS similarly appropriates pop phenomena like Mickey Mouse, the Smurfs, the Simpsons and SpongeBob SquarePants. Shop a selection of KAWS art on 1stDibs.
- Is mandala art folk art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mandala art is folk art. The definition of folk art is art that reflects the sociocultural characteristics and values of a particular group of people. Mandala art fits this definition due to its association with the Hindu and Buddhist faiths. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of folk art from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The style of Keith Haring's art is Pop art. This style emerged in the 1950s, when artists first began drawing on popular culture when producing original paintings, prints and sculptures. Haring found his inspiration in cartoons, adapting the style for his paintings, prints and murals that addressed the universal themes of death, love and sex, as well as contemporary issues, like the crack cocaine and AIDS epidemics. Find a range of Keith Haring art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The difference between modern art and contemporary art comes down to age. Contemporary art refers to art produced by artists who are still alive or were active during the 1960s and later. Modern art is the term for artworks made between 1850 or 1860 and 1960. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of modern and contemporary art.
- What is thanka art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Thangka art is a painting produced on cotton or silk by Buddhists for religious rites, rituals and devotions. Typically, the wall hangings depict mandalas, deities or scenes from Buddhist teachings. You can find a variety of thangka art on 1stDibs.
- What is communist art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Communist era led to the rise of Socialist realism as an art movement. The controlled nature of communism also led to Socialist non-conformist art as a contrasting response to the Socialist realism movement. Shop an array of Socialist realism and nonconformist pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Erté art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Erté is a pseudonym for Romain de Tirtoff, an artist who created glamorous illustrations of prosperity and luxury. The clean lines and geometric patterns took inspiration from Japanese prints and Greek pottery. Shop a selection of Erté pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is contemporary art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Contemporary art denotes work created by 21st-century artists.