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Midcentury Serving Tray in Rosewood, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rosewood serving tray, designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern 1950s Severin Hansen Tripod "Bridge" Floor Lamp
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen Jr.
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Important floor lamp model "Bridge" by Danish designer Severin Hansen made at Haslev Furniture in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Beech

Danish Modern 1950s Severin Hansen Tripod "Bridge" Floor Lamp
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen Jr.
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Important floor lamp model "Bridge" by Danish designer Severin Hansen made at Haslev Furniture in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Beech

Elegant Danish Modern 1950s Sofa in Light Green Patterned Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, wood, fabric, Denmark, 1950s This classic Danish sofa showcases clean, understated lines
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Serving Tray in Rosewood By Quistgaard, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Nissen, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Lejre, DK
Rosewood serving tray, designed by Jens Harrald Quistggard and made in Denmark. Great original
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern 1950s Highback Lounge Wing Chair With Wooden Armrests
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very unique Danish 1940s wingback chair with nicely carved armrest in stained
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Solid Beech & Cane, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Diego, CA
sculptural details and finish. Designer: Ib Kofod-Larsen Origin: Denmark, circa 1950s–60s Materials
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Viggo Boesen, Lounge Chair in Oak & Shearling Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
Danish architect Viggo Boesen, renowned for his innovative creations in the 1950s, this lounge chair
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Pair of Danish Modern 1950s LYFA Wall Lamps in Patinated Brass
By Finn Juhl, Lyfa, Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 2 LYFA wall lamps manufactured in Denmark in the 1950s. All original condition in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Viggo Boesen, Highback Chair in Oak & Shearling Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
Danish architect Viggo Boesen, renowned for his innovative creations in the 1950s, this lounge chair
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak, Sheepskin

Set of 8 Dining Chairs, Oak & Mohair, Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
classic Scandinavian style into any space. They exemplify the mid-century Danish modern ethos: understated
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Mohair, Velvet, Oak

Børge Mogensen "Spanish Chair" in Oak and Saddle Leather, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare edition of Danish architect Børge Mogensens iconic "Spanish chair" with amazing patina. Seat
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

A Hexagon Stool in Oak, Reupholstered Seat in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Stools

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Wilshire House Beverly Hills Glass Lamp Mid Century Danish Modern 1950s Murano
By Wilshire House
Located in Peoria, AZ
wood, glass and black linen are a visual delight! It's like owning a museum piece of modern art from
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass

Low Table in Teak and Oak by Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern, 1950s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in teak and frame in solid oak. Designed by Hans J Wegner for Andreas Tuck in 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Danish Modern 1950s Adjustable Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and New Shade
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish modern floor lamp from the 1950s made of chrome-plated and black lacquered metal with a lamp
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

A Hexagon Stool in Oak with Storage, Seat in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Stools

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Danish Modern 1950s Tripood Floor Lamp of Teak with Robert Kasal Le Klint Shade
By Robert Kasal, Le Klint
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish lightning design, three legged floor lamp from the 1950´s made of hand-turned teak with old
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Teak Stool by ESA, 1950s
By ESA
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern teak stool by ESA, 1950s. Organically shaped Danish stool in solid teak. Beautifully
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Reading and Serving Table, 1950s
By HMN Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great original 1950s Danish mobile reading or serving table by HMN Denmark, two teak trays on a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Chrome

1950s Staved Teak Humidor by ESA Denmark
By ESA
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s ESA High quality tobacco humidor made of staved teak wood. It provides a sufficiently humid
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Teak

1950’s Danish Sofa
By Fritz Heningsen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Very well crafted Danish cabinet maker sofa. Stripped wool upholstery with oak legs. Denmark. 1950
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Japan Easy Chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søborg, Denmark, 1950's
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Five Japan easy chairs or model 501 designed in 1950's by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søborg Møbler
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1950's Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Sofa
By Grete Jalk, Jens Risom, Folke Ohlsson, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original 1950's Midcentury Modern couch for sale. Has a Scandinavian Danish Modern design
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Danish Modern Late 1950's Lounge Chair by Georg Thams
By Georg Thams
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Late 1950's or early 1960's classic danish modern lounge chair on tapered teak legs made
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Danish Modern Set of 1950's Cloth Placemats New Never Used
By Marimekko
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant set of 4 never used placemats bought in Denmark in the 1950's never used beautiful colors
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Fabric

1950's Glass Globe Lamp, Denmark
Located in New York, NY
Danish Glass Globe Lamp, c. 1950's. Can be lit with inner bulb.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Maps

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of ESA Denmark Solid Turned Teak Bowling Pin Form Table Lamps, 1950s
By ESA
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Slender Pair of Danish Modern ESA Denmark Turned Teak Bedside Lamps, Desk Lamps. Featuring rounded
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Late 1950's Lounge Chair with Teak Accents
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful late 1950's or classic danish modern lounge chair on tapered teak legs. The angled back
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Valet Costumer Stand c 1950/60's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
" - please see images. Marked Made in Denmark, circa 1950/60's. A perfect addition to your bedroom, or
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Light Danish Desk, Denmark 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A bleached Teak desk with exposed joinery finished on all sides. Clearance under apron 24”.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Secretary Desk by Toften c. 1950's
By Mobelfabrikken Toften
Located in New York, NY
essentials. Made in Denmark by Toften Mobelfabrik, circa 1950's, this example is in very fine, original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks

Materials

Mirror, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Design Armchair Set, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Design Armchair set of 2, made in Denmark 1950's / 60's. Pale
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk with Raised Edges 1950's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish modern executive teak desk with raises edges
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Brass

Danish Loveseat with Open Wooden Armrests, 1950's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish settee from the late 1940's or early 1950s with coil springs in the seat and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Wool, Beech

Vanity teak dresser by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark 1950s Søborg
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Hägersten, SE
Vanity dresser designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen. Produced in Denmark by Søborg
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Danish Mid Century Modern Mirror by Falster Mobelfabrik c 1950/1960's
By Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated architectural wall mirror by noted danish maker, Falster Mobelfabrik. The solid wood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Danish Modern Silver Plated Coffee Pot Designed by Hans Bunde for Cohr 1950's
By Hans Bunde
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant silver plated coffee pot designed by Hans Bunde for Cohr Denmark , circa 1950's nice
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Black 1950s Danish Modern Asymmetrical Vase
By Hegnetslund, Søholm Stentøj, Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Simplistic, classic Danish midcentury modern black ceramic vase with sharp edges and hand-carved
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design "Atomic" Low Floor Lamp, Denmark 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design "Atomic" Low Floor Lamp. Made in Denmark, 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Copper

Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style. Made by Slagelse
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Modern Handled Teak & Black Enamel Rolling Two Tier Cart, 1950's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Scandinavian Modern rolling Two Shelf Teak & Black Tea Cart, Serving Cart Featuring a lipped
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Metal, Steel

Midcentury Modern Stool, mahogany, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely Danish midcentury stool, made from mahogany with a wreathed paper string seat.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Mahogany

Danish Modern Coffee Table with Blue Tiles, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
During the 1950s, Denmark was at the forefront of the Mid-Century Modern movement, which emphasized
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dry Bar Sideboard Credenza c 1950/60's
By France & Daverkosen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern sideboard, credenza, dry bar, constructed of teak, teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Mirror, Rosewood, Teak

Danish Modern, Gray Leatherette, Walnut, Footstool, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern, Gray Leatherette, Walnut, Footstool or Ottoman, Denmark, 1950s A
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Walnut

Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super elegant sofa by Ole Wanscher for Cabinet maker A.J. Iversen ca. mid 1950's. Very
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Modern, Rosewood, Leatherette, Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern, Rosewood, Leatherette, Dining or Side Chairs, Denmark, 1950s Set of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Danish Modern Organic Candleholders Hand Painted Decorative Denmark, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Diego, CA
handpainted decorative flowers, circa 1950's.  
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super elegant sofa by Ole Wanscher for Cabinet maker A.J. Iversen ca. mid 1950's. Very
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern, Ottomans, Honey Shearling, Mahogany, Denmark, 1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Frits Henningsen Style, Ottomans or Footstools, Honey Sheepskin, Mahogany, Denmark, 1950s Pair of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin, Mahogany

Danish Louis Zwicki Rosewood Upright Pianette, Circa 1950's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Step back in time with this masterfully-crafted Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Pianette by the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern "Papa" Bear set of 2 armchairs, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Uccle, BE
by A.P. Stolen in Denmark around 1951. Priced as a pair, we are also open to selling them
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish 1950's Arne Hovmand Style Loveseat with Teak Armrests
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming 1950's Danish loveseat with legs and armrests in teak. The design is very reminiscent of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Wingback Lounges, Denmark, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Experience timeless elegance with this set of Scandinavian Modern Wingback Lounges from Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Low Back Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1950's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1950s Danish easy chair by Fritz Hansen. Very elegant with a sculptural organic shape and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark
By Frem Røjle
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark, By Frem Røjle Model
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

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Danish Modern 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of Danish modern 1950s available for sale. Each of these unique Danish modern 1950s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are 7849 antique and vintage Danish modern 1950s for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 15 modern editions to choose from as well. Danish modern 1950s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Danish modern 1950s are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen and Fritz Hansen each produced beautiful Danish modern 1950s that are worth considering.

How Much are Danish Modern 1950s?

Prices for Danish modern 1950s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Danish modern 1950s begin at $1 and can go as high as $100,000,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,988.
Questions About Danish Modern 1950s
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019

    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

  • 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.