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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Italian 1950s Bookcase

Mid Century Bookcase Floor To Ceiling

Teak Bookcase With Cabinet

Modular Bookcase Italy

Italian Iron & Teak Bookcase, 1950s

$1,708

Italian Iron & Teak Bookcase, 1950s

Located in London, GB

Italian iron & teak bookcase, 1950s An etagere or bookcase in enamelled metal rod with teak veneered shelving.

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20th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Italian Modular Wall Bookcase, Italy, 1950s

$1,749

Italian Modular Wall Bookcase, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

Modular wall shelving piece featuring two wall tracks and three adjustable shelves.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Metal

1950's Small bookcase in blond maple

$6,618

1950's Small bookcase in blond maple

Located in Milano, IT

Small bookcase in blond maple with shaped uprights and four adjustable shelves. Italian manufacture, circa 1950

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Maple

Marco Comolli, Bookcase, Wood, Metal, Italy, 1950s

$14,800

Marco Comolli, Bookcase, Wood, Metal, Italy, 1950s

By Marco Comolli

Located in High Point, NC

A wall mounted wood and metal bookcase or library designed and produced by Marco Comolli, Italy, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Large Mid-Century Italian Wooden Hanging Bookcase, Italy, 1950s

$5,436

Large Mid-Century Italian Wooden Hanging Bookcase, Italy, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Argelato, BO

Large Mid-Century Italian wooden hanging bookcase, designed in the 1950s for the study of an important residence in central Italy.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

"LB2" Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s

$24,818

"LB2" Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s

By Ignazio Gardella

Located in Brussels, BE

"LB2" Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Bookcase by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s

$7,400

Italian Mid-Century Bookcase by Vittorio Dassi, Italy, 1950s

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Buccinasco, MI

Refined Italian Mid-Century Modern wall unit attributed to Vittorio Dassi, dating to the 1950s. This piece exemplifies the architectural clarity and material sophistication associate...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL, 1950s, Italy

$5,318

Floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL, 1950s, Italy

By Feal

Located in Milano, IT

We offer a rare and valuable floor-to-ceiling modular bookcase produced by FEAL in the 1950s, an authentic example of the best Italian post-war design.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-century Open Bookcase / Side Cabinet by Anonima Castelli, Italy 1950s

$827

Mid-century Open Bookcase / Side Cabinet by Anonima Castelli, Italy 1950s

By Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Solid and veneered wood, stained and varnished; ebonized plinth base. Manufacturer’s label “Anonima Castelli Bologna” to the upper rear edge. A refined example of early production b...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Freestanding Corner Bookcase with Desk, 1950s

$18,200

Italian Mid-Century Freestanding Corner Bookcase with Desk, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Buccinasco, MI

Exceptional and highly sophisticated Italian Mid-Century freestanding corner bookcase with integrated desk, produced in the 1950s and attributable to the design language of leading f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Small bookcase by Gio Ponti, 1950s

$5,672

Small bookcase by Gio Ponti, 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Barcelona, ES

Small bookcase 1950s 50 cm x 30 cm x 50h cm 19,68 in x 11,81 in x 19,68 h in Style Italian, Vintage, Mid-Century

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Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

1950s Italian Bookcase with Wood, Brass and Metal finsh with Adjustable Shelves

$9,336

1950s Italian Bookcase with Wood, Brass and Metal finsh with Adjustable Shelves

Located in IT

Walnut wood bookcase with metal uprights and shelves Italy 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

Italian Mid-Century Bookcase self-standing by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

$9,900

Italian Mid-Century Bookcase self-standing by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Dassi Mobili Moderni, Edmondo Palutari, Vittorio Dassi

Located in Buccinasco, MI

This bookcase is composed by 3 modules freestanding, suitable to be moving and placed at will in the home. It's equipped with four shelves, one cabinet with drop-leaf door available...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Bookcase by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s

$3,190Sale Price / item|28% Off

Bookcase by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s

Located in Montelabbate, PU

Modular bookcase unique in style, design, planning and materials. The Mascagni company for the excellent quality and uniqueness of its products boasted in the 50's a reference of exc...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Bookcase by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s

$3,250Sale Price|27% Off

Bookcase by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s

By Umberto Mascagni

Located in Montelabbate, PU

Modular bookcase unique in style, design, planning and materials. The Mascagni company for the excellent quality and uniqueness of products boasted in the 50's a reference of exclusi...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Rare Italian Mid-Century Bookcase with "Spear" Uprights by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

$33,900

Rare Italian Mid-Century Bookcase with "Spear" Uprights by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s

By Dassi Mobili Moderni, Vittorio Dassi

Located in Buccinasco, MI

⸻ Details * Designer: Vittorio Dassi (attributed) * Manufacturer: Dassi Mobili Moderni * Origin: Italy * Period: 1950s * Style: Italian Mid-Century Modern * Materials: Exotic ven...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Bookcase by C.M. Varos for La Casa Moderna, Italy, 1950s

$3,391

Bookcase by C.M. Varos for La Casa Moderna, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

Wall shelving system by C.M. Varos for La Casa Moderna. Wood and brass wall uprights, adjustable brackets and wood shelves. Literature available upon request.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modular Bookcase by Edmondo Palutari for Dassi, Italy, 1950s

$5,559Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modular Bookcase by Edmondo Palutari for Dassi, Italy, 1950s

By Edmondo Palutari, Dassi

Located in Catania, CT

Good vintage condition with trace of age and use and original patina on the wood and brass details. Designed by Edmondo Palutari and produced in Italy during the 60s by Dassi Mobili ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Milanese Bookcase Sideboard in Beech, 1950s

$1,098

Milanese Bookcase Sideboard in Beech, 1950s

Located in Premariacco, IT

Elegant multipurpose furniture for living room or dining room in beech, Italian production from the early 1950s. The sideboard has a decorated sliding door, covering an internal s...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Rattan Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk – 1950s

$3,309

Rattan Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk – 1950s

Located in Roma, RM

Rattan Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk – 1950s Product Details Dimensions: 96 W x 208 H x 30 D cm

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Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Franco Albini LB7 Bookcase in Teak Wood by Poggi Pavia 1950s Italy

$10,636

Franco Albini LB7 Bookcase in Teak Wood by Poggi Pavia 1950s Italy

By Poggi, Franco Albini

Located in Cascina, Pisa

The lightened upright is also found in the LB7 bookcase, produced by Poggi in the 1950s. Like the evolution of the upright, also the decomposition and recomposition of the architectu...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Small 1950's ash storage units

$8,863 / set

Small 1950's ash storage units

Located in Milano, IT

Pair of small ash storage units with perforated and lacquered wooden sliding doors, brass tracks and knobs, and internal shelves. Italian manufacture, ca. 1955.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Ash

Open Bookshelf / Side Cabinet, Italy 1950s

$567

Open Bookshelf / Side Cabinet, Italy 1950s

By Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant open bookshelf produced by Anonima Castelli, Bologna, circa late 1930s–early 1940s. A fine example of Italian rationalist–era furniture, the piece combines functionality and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Bookcase by Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantu, 1950s

$64,999

Mid-Century Bookcase by Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantu, 1950s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase by Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantu, 1950s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Osvaldo Borsani anodized aluminum, wood, and Resinflex E60 bookshelf Italy 1950s

$6,854

Osvaldo Borsani anodized aluminum, wood, and Resinflex E60 bookshelf Italy 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

The E60 bookshelf, crafted from anodized aluminum, wood, and Resinflex, is a distinguished model designed by the renowned Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno in the 1950s. Minimal...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Osvaldo Borsani E22 Double Sided Freestanding Wall Unit for Tecno, Italy, 1950s

$5,672

Osvaldo Borsani E22 Double Sided Freestanding Wall Unit for Tecno, Italy, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

This double-sided freestanding E22 bookcase is a rare and peculiar example of Borsani's innovative design and the Tecno manufacturing expertise. Its construction of metal, wood, and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Walnut, Italy, 1950s

$2,127

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Walnut, Italy, 1950s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern wall unit, walnut, Italy, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Midcentury pair of Italian cabinets

$17,727 / set

Midcentury pair of Italian cabinets

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Pair of Italian Mid-Century bookcases / sideboards, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Wall unit E22 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s

$6,736

Wall unit E22 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in bruxelles, BE

Modular wall unit made of wood and metal with 8 shelves and 1 cabinet with 2 sliding doors containing one shelf. The shelves and cabinet are height adjustable. Wear due to time and a...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1950s Coastal Rattan Corner Shelf, Three Tier Mid-Century

$1,850

Vintage 1950s Coastal Rattan Corner Shelf, Three Tier Mid-Century

By Franco Albini, Dal Vera

Located in Delray Beach, FL

This vintage three-tier corner shelf is crafted in richly toned tiger rattan and dates to the 1950s, reflecting the relaxed elegance of Riviera-era design. The piece features attract...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Pair of Custom Italian Mid-Century Mahogany Libreria Consoles, Rome, 1955

$60,272

Pair of Custom Italian Mid-Century Mahogany Libreria Consoles, Rome, 1955

Located in Dublin, IE

Crafted in French polished mahogany, the pieces combine architectural shelving, sculptural cut-outs and sharply tapered legs, reflecting the confidence and refinement of 1950s Italia...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Italian bookcase cabinet in grissinato wood

$8,509Sale Price|20% Off

Italian bookcase cabinet in grissinato wood

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Milano, IT

1950s Italian bookcase cabinet - A masterpiece of mid-century design with concealed elements and charming handcrafted details Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of this extra...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

LB7 Bookshelves, Franco Albini for Poggi, 1960

$26,259

LB7 Bookshelves, Franco Albini for Poggi, 1960

By Franco Albini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The LB7 "Infinito" bookcase by Franco Albini for Poggi is an iconic creation of 1950s Italian design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Elegant Mid-Century Italian Cabinet Bookcase, 1950s

$5,318

Elegant Mid-Century Italian Cabinet Bookcase, 1950s

Located in Rome, IT

A fine Italian bookcase cabinet with brass finishes in excellent vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Elegant Italian Cabinet Bookcase Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s

$5,318

Elegant Italian Cabinet Bookcase Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Rome, IT

A fine Italian bookcase cabinet with brass finishes in excellent vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Elegant Italian Cabinet Bookcase Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s

$5,318

Elegant Italian Cabinet Bookcase Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Rome, IT

A fine Italian Bookcase Cabinet with brass finishes in excellent vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Franco Albini Italian Bookcase in Rosewood for Poggi Mid Century circa 1950s

$16,550

Franco Albini Italian Bookcase in Rosewood for Poggi Mid Century circa 1950s

By Franco Albini, Poggi, Franca Helg

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist Italian Bookcase, designed by Franco Albini and Franca Helg for Poggi, Italy, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Bookcase by Fratelli Rizzi, Italy, 1950s

$3,291

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk with Bookcase by Fratelli Rizzi, Italy, 1950s

By Ico Parisi

Located in Vigonza, Padua

This exceptional writing desk with integrated bookcase is a fine example of Italian mid-century modern design, crafted by the renowned Fratelli Rizzi workshop in Cantù during the 195...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Mid-Century Modern 'LB2' Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s

$21,272

Mid-Century Modern 'LB2' Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s

By Ignazio Gardella

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern 'LB2' Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Pair of Trumeau Bookcases in Mahogany Designed by Paolo Buffa, 1950s

$14,181Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Trumeau Bookcases in Mahogany Designed by Paolo Buffa, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Traversetolo, IT

This exquisite Mahogany trumeau boasts a stunning design, featuring two doors at the base, along with an upper section that includes a showcase with two doors, a central connecting p...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Bookcase Display Cabinet 1950s Italian by Vittorio Valabrega

Unavailable|~~$2,050~~

Bookcase Display Cabinet 1950s Italian by Vittorio Valabrega

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in London, GB

Display cabinet in polished red mahogany with six thick glass shelves and storage on the bottom by Vittorio Valabrega, Italian, 1950s. (Only one is available)

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20th Century Italian Bookcases

Bookcase with Wooden Structure with Aluminum Details, Italy, 1950s

Unavailable|~~$5,318~~

Bookcase with Wooden Structure with Aluminum Details, Italy, 1950s

Located in Torino, Italy

Italian production 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Italian Bookcase with Doors, Bar Cabinet, Drawers, 1950s

Unavailable|~~$8,272~~

Vintage Italian Bookcase with Doors, Bar Cabinet, Drawers, 1950s

Located in Torino, Italy

Italian production, 1950s. Measure single module 89 x 40 x 230 Measure total 517 x 40 x 230.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Ico Parisi Monumental Bookcase from 1950s

Unavailable|~~$79,294~~

Ico Parisi Monumental Bookcase from 1950s

By Ico Parisi

Located in London, GB

Ico Parisi monumental rosewood bookcase with handles by Flavio Poli. Each handle with foil label P. DE POLI / MADE IN ITALY Rosewood, glass, enamelled copper Italian, circa ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Copper

1950s Italian Bookshelf in the Style of Osvaldo Borsani

Unavailable|~~$5,500~~

1950s Italian Bookshelf in the Style of Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Paris, FR

Italian rosewood single bookcase and shelving with brass details. Adjustable metal feet.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Wooden and Black Metal Italian Wall Unit, 1950s

Unavailable|~~$3,155~~

Midcentury Wooden and Black Metal Italian Wall Unit, 1950s

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Midcentury wooden and black metal Italian wall unit, 1950s Italian manufacture wall unit produced in the 1950s. Good general condition. Size :length 120 depth 43 height 160.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian design 1950s Bookcase Units in wood with Metal and Brass Details

Unavailable|~~$2,836~~

Italian design 1950s Bookcase Units in wood with Metal and Brass Details

Located in Milan, IT

Italian design 1950s Bookcase Units in wood with Metal and Brass Details.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Italian design 1950s bookcase unit in wood and metal with dropdown bar element

Unavailable|~~$3,781~~

Italian design 1950s bookcase unit in wood and metal with dropdown bar element

Located in Milan, IT

Italian design 1950s bookcase unit in wood and metal with dropdown bar element and container.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Italy Design Library

Unavailable|~~$1,329 / set~~

Italy Design Library

Located in Palermo, Italia

Italy design bookcase built circa 1950s from one of the best known Italian manufacturers in southern Italy.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Coating

An Italian 1950s Bookcase

Sold|~~$1,600~~

An Italian 1950s Bookcase

Located in Kent, Dover

An Italian bookcase of unusual design, with iron architectural legs and sapele wood shelves. The back has a grass paper effect.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Bookcase Oak Italy 1950s

Sold|~~$1,772~~

Bookcase Oak Italy 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Bookcase with shelves, and container compartment, Oak veneered wood. Very good conditions, small signs of usage.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Italian 1950's Library

Sold|~~$4,136~~

Italian 1950's Library

Located in Milan, IT

Beautiful modular floor to ceiling library. 6 shelves and 3 cabinets.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Metal

Bookcase Mahogany Veneer Italy 1950s

Sold|~~$1,418~~

Bookcase Mahogany Veneer Italy 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Bookcase, mahogany veneer.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Bookcase Laminate, Italy, 1950s-1960s

Sold|~~$3,781~~

Bookcase Laminate, Italy, 1950s-1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Bookcase furniture, with container modules with hinged doors, sliding glass doors, flap and drawers at sight; open shelves. Mahogany veneered wood, stained beech uprights, Formica in...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Formica, Beech, Mahogany

Bookcase Mahogany Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s

Sold|~~$1,300~~

Bookcase Mahogany Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

A bookcase, mahogany veneer. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

FEAL, Bookcase, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1950s

Sold|~~$8,600~~

FEAL, Bookcase, Teak, Brass, Italy, 1950s

By Feal

Located in High Point, NC

A teak and brass bookcase with cabinet designed and produced by FEAL, Italy, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bookcase with Flap Oak, Italy, 1950s

Sold|~~$1,654~~

Bookcase with Flap Oak, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Bookcase with flap, oak veneered wood. Good conditions, with small signs of usage.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

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Italian 1950s Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Italian 1950s bookcase available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every Italian 1950s bookcase was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the Italian 1950s bookcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Italian 1950s bookcase, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Italian 1950s bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Franco Albini, Vittorio Dassi and Poggi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for an Italian 1950s bookcase start at $1 and top out at $91,154 with the average selling for $5,297.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Bookcases for You

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.

Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.

Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères.

Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement.

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Italian 1950s Bookcase

What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
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?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
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?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
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.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
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.

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.