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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.
Category
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Beech
Danish Modern 1950s Severin Hansen Tripod "Bridge" Floor Lamp
By Severin Hansen Jr., Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Important floor lamp model "Bridge" by Danish designer Severin Hansen made at Haslev Furniture in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Beech
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Rosewood
H 1.78 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Modern 1950's 3-Seat Sofa in Teak and Wool
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sofa manufactured in the late 1950's. Classic design with low elegant lines and yet
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Stools
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 14.97 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
Børge Mogensen "Spanish Chair" in Oak and Saddle Leather, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Odense, DK
Rare edition of Danish architect Børge Mogensens iconic "Spanish chair" with amazing patina. Seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 26.78 in W 32.29 in D 23.63 in
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Stools
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Stools
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 14.57 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Teak Dining Set by Hans Olsen, 4 Chairs, Round Table, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Hans Olsen, Rojle Frem
Located in Wrocław, Poland
set has since become an icon of classic Danish Mid Century Modern Design. This gorgeous dining set
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
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
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Blown Glass
H 29 in W 18 in D 18 in
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
Category
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
Category
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Stools
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 16.93 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner, A Pair of CH22 Lounge Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
timeless elegance of Danish Modern design. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1950. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Papercord, Oak
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 18.9 in
Knabstrup Hand-Painted Ceramic Decorative Plate, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish modern 1950s ceramic decorative plate / dish / wall plaque by Knabstrup Keramik. Hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
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
Category
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
Category
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
Category
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
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
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
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 27.17 in W 21.66 in D 28.35 in
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
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
Category
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.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Maps
Materials
Glass, Wood
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish early 1950’s ceiling light
Located in London, GB
Early 1950’s red enamel and aluminium Danish ceiling pendant light. Some paint loss and rust marks
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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”.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
Sculptural Danish Mid Century Modern Magazine Rack c. 1950/1960's
By Hans J. Wegner, Sam Maloof
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural, architectural Danish Mid Century Modern magazine rack, circa 1950/1960's. This piece is
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Teak
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
1950’s Danish Teak Nesting Tables - Holm Sorensen
Located in Jersey City, NJ
BEAUTIFUL set of 1950’s Danish teak nesting tables with remarkable teak tipped splayed legs
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
H 28.5 in W 59 in D 29.5 in
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Midcentury Cocktail Lounge Chair, 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very cool Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and light weight
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
DANISH MODERN Coffee Table 1950s - W5734
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
DANISH MODERN Coffee Table 1950s - W5734
Nice design Danish Modern Coffee Table in good, usable
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Sabre Table Model AT-314 by Hans Wegner, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
, cross-legs and stretchers of brass. Designed by Wegner 1950 and manufactured by cabinetmaker Andreas
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Atomic Sideboard Bar Cabinet c.1950’s, Refinished
By Axel Christiansen Odder
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern Atomic 1950’s Danish Teak Sideboard attributed to Salling Stollefabrik. A
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 46.5 in W 73 in D 18.5 in
1950's Set of Two Restored an Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern stools
Located in Knebel, DK
1950's set of two restored and reupholstered Danish mid-century modern stools
Set of two stools
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Beech
H 18.12 in W 19.89 in D 11.82 in
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
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style. Made by Slagelse
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
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 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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Metal, Steel
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Mirror, Rosewood, Teak
Axel Bruel Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Lamp, Denmark, 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Axel Bruel, Scandinavian Modern glazed stoneware table lamp, Denmark. The lamp is decorated by
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Ole Wanscher Designed Scandinavian Modern Sofa 1950's
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesen
Located in Reading, Berkshire
, Made in Denmark
Vintage Three Seat Sofa by Ole Wanscher and produced by Poul Jeppesens, a wonderful
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Danish Modern Teak Sideboard, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Sideboard, 1950s.
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern sideboard in teak made in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Sheepskin, Mahogany
H 17 in W 21 in D 14 in
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Materials
Wood
Pair of 1950s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your interior with this pair of 1950s Danish Modern lounge chairs, a harmonious blend of
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
Danish Modern Organic Candleholders Hand Painted Decorative Denmark, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Diego, CA
handpainted decorative flowers, circa 1950's.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood
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
Category
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
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Danish Modern 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of Danish modern 1950s is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, all Danish modern 1950s available were constructed with great care. There are 11834 antique and vintage Danish modern 1950s for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 10 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 Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many Danish modern 1950s are appealing in their simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen and Arne Jacobsen produced popular Danish modern 1950s that are worth a look.
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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 $121,121, while the average can fetch as much as $3,678.
Questions About Danish Modern 1950s
- What is Danish modern furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Danish 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.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s 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, 2022Yes. 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023Some 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, 2024The 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 ExpertNovember 21, 2023In 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 ExpertNovember 27, 2023In 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, 2023There 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, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank 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.