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Bing & Grøndahl, Six Hand-Painted Kipling Coffee Cups with Matching Saucers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. First factory quality. In perfect condition. 1970s Cup measurements (without handle): D 7.5 x H 6.5
Category

20th Century Danish Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Two Pink Cups, Ząbkowice, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two salmon-pink cups/sugar bowls manufactured by HSG Zabkowice in the 1970s. Very good condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass

Two Pink Cups, Ząbkowice, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Two salmon-pink cups/sugar bowls manufactured by HSG Zabkowice in the 1970s. Very good condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass

20th Century French Ceramic Cup by Rene Maurel, 1970's, Vallauris, Era Capron
By René Maurel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
20th Century French white ceramic cup by René Maurel, 1970's. This ceramic cup is finely
Category

Vintage 1970s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century French Ceramic Cup by René Maurel, 1970's, Vallauris, Era Capron
By René Maurel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
20th Century French white ceramic cup by René Maurel, 1970's. This ceramic cup is finely
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century French Ceramic Cup by Rene Maurel, 1970's, Vallauris, Era Capron
By René Maurel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
20th Century French white ceramic cup by René Maurel, 1970's. This ceramic cup is finely
Category

Vintage 1970s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century French Ceramic Cup by Rene Maurel, 1970's, Vallauris, Era Capron
By René Maurel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
20th Century French white ceramic cup by René Maurel, 1970's. This ceramic cup is finely
Category

Vintage 1970s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Italian Silver-Plated Metal Cup
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Italian Silver-Plated Metal Cup.
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Jars

Materials

Metallic Thread

1970s Italian Silver-Plated Metal Cup
1970s Italian Silver-Plated Metal Cup
H 8.27 in W 5.12 in D 6.7 in
1970s Italian Silver-Plated Metal Cup
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Italian Silver-Plated metal cup.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Metallic Thread

Five Blue Cups, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Five blue glass cups produced in Poland by HSG "Zabkowice" in the 1970s. Very good condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Queen of Cups - Etching by Franco Gentilini - 1970s
By Franco Gentilini
Located in Roma, IT
Queen of Cups is an etching realized by Franco Gentilini (Italian Painter, 1909-1981) in the 1970s
Category

1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Bing & Grøndahl, "Tema". Four egg cups in stoneware. 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bing & Grøndahl, "Tema". Four egg cups in stoneware. From the 1970s. Model: 696. Marked. In perfect
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Two Bing & Grøndahl Corinth Coffee Cups with Saucers, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two Bing & Grøndahl Corinth coffee cups with saucers. Model number 305. 1970s. The cup measures
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Black Marble Cup/Ashtray by Angelo Mangiarotti, 1970s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian black marble cup/ashtray by Angelo Mangiarotti, 1970s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

1970s Danish Erik Magnussen Thermos & Cup Set- 11 Pieces
Located in Pasadena, CA
70s Danish Erik Magnussen Thermostat with 10 Cup Set. Each glass cup has a removable glass piece
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass

Metal Trumpet Uplighter 'Cup' Table Lamp in Silver Colour, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Metal Uplighter 'Cup' table lamp in trumpet shape. The light nicely projects upward, reflecting
Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Silver Plated Cup with Horse Head from Gucci, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
A must have for all horse lovers. Outstanding Vintage Silver Plated Cup with Horse Head from Gucci
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Bing & Grøndahl, "Tema", six coffee cups with saucers in stoneware. 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
1970s. Marked. In perfect condition. Cup: H 7.5 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Whale in Cup - Etching on Paper by Mario Avati - 1970s
By Mario Avati
Located in Roma, IT
Whale in Cup is original etching on paper, realized by the French artist and print-maker master
Category

1970s Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Crab Caviar Cup in Silver Plate, Spain, 1970s
Located in Brussels , BE
Crab Caviar cup in silver plate - Spain, 1970s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

Materials

Metal

Crab Caviar Cup in Silver Plate, Spain, 1970s
Crab Caviar Cup in Silver Plate, Spain, 1970s
H 3.94 in W 12.21 in D 11.42 in
Vintage Gucci Silverplate Animal Cups Signed Italy, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Set of four silver plated animal heads animals, goblets, cups, made in Italy. signed: Gucci, ITALY
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Georgian Barware

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Arabia, Finland, a set of four "Pallas" coffee cups with saucers. 1970s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland, a set of four "Pallas" coffee cups with saucers. 1970s. Marked. Perfect condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Broad Leaf Gold Chandelier, C 1970’s
Located in Hastings, GB
Italian Broad Leaf Gilt Chandelier, C 1970’s Wide Gilt Metal Leaves Form A Frond At The Centre Of
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Broad Leaf Gold Chandelier, C 1970’s
Italian Broad Leaf Gold Chandelier, C 1970’s
H 37.01 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Set of Six Cups and Saucers with Tanks, Karlsbad, 1970s, Never Used
Located in Praha, CZ
Czechoslovakia in 1970s. Perfect original condition including original box Measures of a cup: 6x6cm Diameter
Category

Vintage 1970s Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

1970s Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic Cups Imitating Malachite
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of hand painted ceramic cups imitating malachite 1970s, with handles and heads of characters
Category

Late 20th Century French Urns

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Ceramic Cup with Handles on Base Imitating Porphyry
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Ceramic cup with handles on base imitating Porphyry.  
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic

GUCCI Silver Plated Animal Stirrup Cups Signed Italy, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Gucci silver plated animal stirrup cups signed Italy vintage circa 1970s. The set include
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Georgian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Tapio Wirkkala, Set of Silver Pitchers and Cups, 18 Pieces, Finland 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Houston, TX
Tapio Wirkkala. Set of silver pitchers and cups, 18 pieces. Kultakeskus Oy, Hämeenlinna
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Seven Candle Ceramic Menorah, 1970's
Located in Austin, TX
texture with natural earth tone coloring. Pedestal base supports seven candle cups. 1970's
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Ceramic

Seven Candle Ceramic Menorah, 1970's
Seven Candle Ceramic Menorah, 1970's
H 19 in W 15.5 in D 6 in
1970s Gorgeous Orange Set of Six Cups with Pitcher in Ceramic by Gabbianelli
Located in Milan, IT
1970s Gorgeous orange set of six cups with pitcher in Ceramic by Gabbianelli. The items are in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Ernestine Salerno, Italy. Three large coffee cups/morning cups with saucers.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
sunflowers. Signed. 1970s. Perfect condition. Cup: 9.0 cm without the handle x 7.0 cm in height. Saucer
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

French Pedestal Glass Jar, Vase, Cup, Green, Vintage, 1970s, France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Elegant glass vase/bowl, twisted foot in transparent glass. The cup is made of translucent green
Category

20th Century French Jars

Materials

Glass

Silver Stirrup Cup Goblet Antelope Head Hunting Equestrian Barware Decor 1970s
By Gucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Silver Stirrup Cup Goblet Antelope Head Hunting Equestrian Barware Decor 1970s. 1970s
Category

Late 20th Century British Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Stag Elk Silver Stirrup Cup Goblet Hunting Equestrian Barware Decor 1970s
By Gucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1970s Stirrup Cup With The Head Of A Stag or Elk. Vintage Silver plated stag head with large
Category

Late 20th Century British Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

1970's Unique Rare Camping Portable Electric Coffee Set New Never Used
Located in San Diego, CA
1970's American Atomic age portable coffee maker set , a rare find never used can be pluged in
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

1850’s-1970’s Vintage Assorted Rose Medallion Tableware Various Styles 61 Pieces
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible 1850’s antique to 1970’s vintage assorted Rose Medallion tableware including various
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg. Rare "Tahiti" coffee cup with saucer. 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Rare "Tahiti" coffee cup with saucer. Hand-painted with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg. "Tahiti" coffee cup with saucer in porcelain, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Rare "Tahiti" coffee cup with saucer. Hand-painted with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1970's Brass, Glass and Iron Chandelier by Sciolari
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Large round iron ring with attached six 'arms' holding a flame Murano glass cup. Spikes with and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

1970s Brass pair of Lamps in the Shape of a Classic Cup.
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Brass pair of Lamps in the Shape of a Classic Cup.
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Goblet / Kiddush Cup
Located in Brooklyn, NY
tile or ceiling designs. It gives the cup a three dimensional effect and texture. It has a regal look
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

UNTITLED (CUP MAN)
By Keith Haring
Located in Aventura, FL
moved to New York in the late 1970s to attend the School of Visual Arts, and soon immersed himself in
Category

1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

Gabriella Crespi Golden Gold-Plated Wine Cups
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous detailed gold-plated bronze wine cup sculptures by Gabriella Crespi from the 1970s. Signed
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Gold Plate

Pair of 1970’s brass table lamps by Elamatur Kosta
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 1970's brass table lamps by kosta elamatur circa 1970. Good quality pair of opulent lamps
Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Silver Stirrup Cups Goblets Animal Heads with Wine Decanter Italy 1970s
By Mauro Manetti, Gucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cups, Made in Italy. Silver Stirrup Cups Animal Full Set of 6 and Wine Decanter M P Made Italy 1970s
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Three Graduated Organic Modern Candlesticks c 1970's
Located in New York, NY
curvaceous candle cups. All three are in very fine, clean, original, ready to use condition. Possibly made in
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Punch Bowl with Ladel And Five Cups
Located in Pasadena, CA
Mid Century Punch Bowl with Ladel And Five Cups. The Punch Bowl has a slouched over figure of what
Category

Vintage 1970s English Gothic Serving Bowls

Materials

Pottery

Jens Harald Quistgaard, Bing & Grøndahl, "Mexico" six coffee cups & saucers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
stoneware. 1970s. Model number: 305 In excellent condition. Marked. First factory quality. cup: D 7.5 cm
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Brick Red Ceramic Table Lamp Cup Shape, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Italian table lamp in ceramic in the shape of a cup, brick red color. Typical rare piece of the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Hand Painted Porcelain Tea Cups - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Indulge in the artistry of Vintage Chinese Hand Painted Porcelain Tea Cups, a set of six that
Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Gabriella Crespi Signed Brass Chalices Cups 1970 Midcentury Italian
Located in New York, NY
Gabriella Crespi signed brass chalices 1970 midcentury Italian Dimensions: 3.5 in diameter, 7 in
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Brass

Arabia, Finland. "Karelia". Four sets of small coffee cups and saucers.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arabia, Finland. "Karelia". Four sets of small coffee cups and saucers in stoneware. From the 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Figural Silver Plate Wolf Head Jigger Barware Stirrup Cup
Located in Roma, IT
A midcentury Stirrup Drinking Cup with animal shape as for the well-known production of the Italian
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Midcentury Large Sculptural Willy Guhl Tilted 'Soup Cup' Saucer Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Richmond, VA
An iconic 'Soup Cup' Tilted Saucer Planter by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. This lovely
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete, Composition

Marianne Westman for Rörstrand. Large "Mon Amie" breakfast cup and saucer.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Marianne Westman (1928-2017) for Rörstrand. Large "Mon Amie" breakfast cup and saucer. Rare. 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist for Arabia, Five Karelia Coffee Cups with Saucers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. 1970s. The cup measures: 7 x 6.5 cm. Saucer diameter: 12.3 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Marianne Westman for Rörstrand. "Maya" series. Four coffee cups and saucers.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
saucers in stoneware. From the 1970s. Marked. In perfect condition. Dimensions: Cup - Diameter 9.4 cm
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Etling Art Deco Fish Opalescent Cup
By Edmond Etling
Located in NANTES, FR
Etling, art deco cup circa 1930 in opalescent molded glass decorated with fish. In very good shape
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Glass

Ernestine Salerno. Two large coffee cups with saucers and a lidded jar.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
-painted with sunflowers. Signed. 1970s. Perfect condition. Cup: 9.0 cm without the handle x 7.0 cm in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Big Cup Art Deco, France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Material: reconstituted stone Country: France Cup: 157 cm ( 61.81 inch) high x 59.5 cm (23.42
Category

Antique 1830s French Art Deco Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Big Cup Art Deco, France, 1930
Big Cup Art Deco, France, 1930
H 97.25 in W 24.22 in D 24.22 in
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1970s cup you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1970s cup for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and ceramic. Find 763 options for an antique or vintage 1970s cup now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a 1970s cup — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1970s cup, those designed in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are of considerable interest. Gucci, Doria Leuchten Germany and Glashütte Limburg each produced at least one beautiful 1970s cup that is worth considering.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A wedding cup has a swiveling cup and a hollow dress which allows both the bride and groom to drink simultaneously. It is used for a toast and a trial for the bride and the groom. Find a collection of vintage and antique wedding cups on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bone china cups are made from a type of porcelain consisting of bone ash, kaolin and feldspathic material, and it contains a minimum of 30% phosphate from animal bone.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Stirrup cups were traditionally used for giving a drink to someone on horseback. Most often, people presented them to those about to depart for hunts. As a result, many have deer, fox, dog or duck etchings. Find a variety of stirrup cups on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A demitasse cup is used for serving Turkish coffee or espresso. In French, demitasse translates to “half cup,” and therefore holds between 2-3 ounces of liquid.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A demitasse is half the cup of a traditional mug. Demitasses usually come with accompanying saucers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Espresso cups are called demitasses. The name means "half cup" in French and refers to the small size of the drinkware. Most demitasses hold 2-3 ounces of liquid, making them roughly half the size of mugs used to serve coffee. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of demitasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A stirrup cup is a drink or parting cup that’s given to guests when they’re leaving. This goes back to when guests would leave on horseback, literally with their feet in stirrups. Stirrup cups are also often tied to a hunt and handed to hunters as they arrive home or leave for a hunt. Find an assortment of stirrup cups from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The tradition of the loving cup involves two people drinking out of the double-handled cup at the same time. It is a common part of Scottish wedding ceremonies and symbolizes the intimacy and selflessness that come with marriage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of loving cups.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A loving cup was originally a drinking cup that was designed to be shared at banquets, weddings and other celebrations. It featured two handles to make it easier to pass along. Cups would also be used as trophies, and led to the classic double-handled cup trophy shape. Shop an array of loving cups from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Japanese tea cups are usually called Yunomi, which are cylindrical in shape. They do not have any handles. These tea cups are made of ceramic materials and are the most common tea cups used in Japan. Grab your unique Yunomi tea cups on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditionally, hot beverages presented as small servings are served in a demitasse cup. Examples include single and double shots of espresso and other strong coffee drinks like Greek and Turkish coffee. Find a range of antique and vintage demitasse cups on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The tin cup necklace got its name after this delicate pearl necklace became famous for being worn by actress Rene Russo, who starred in the movie Tin Cup. On 1stDibs, find an array of tin cup necklaces to enliven your look.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Handleless tea cups are called “sipper cups”, and are probably the oldest form of tea cups. There’s also a proper way to use them - two fingers on the bottom and your thumb on top of the cup. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tea cups from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While a little copper exposure can be healthy, too much may be bad for your health and more acidic liquids can leech more copper out of the cup but this is still highly unlikely. You can also find unlined copper cups to be extra safe.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The cup that a king drinks out of is known as a chalice. In addition to their association with members of the monarchy, the vessels are also a part of traditional Catholic masses for serving communion. You'll find a variety of antique chalices on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A plate under a teacup is a saucer. Often, saucers come with teacups and show off matching designs. The use of saucers dates back to the Middle Ages. During the 18th century, people often poured tea onto the saucer to cool it and then sipped from the dish. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of saucers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, 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, 2022
    To 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.