1950s More Furniture and Collectibles

Crystal We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of high society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest community of Italians outside...

A bamboo and rattan coat rack designed and produced by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s.

Beautiful display bottle from Italy C1950. In very good condition with minimal wear, some label losses. Great color.

A pair of mid century Italian handmade nightstands made from birch root veneer and details in cherry wood. Each nightstand is equipped with a draw...

Very special for its design of this Vittorio e Plinio Dassi's chest of drawers, from the middle of the century. All veneered in walnut, with green lacquered glass top. Bedside tabl...

A stunning pair of side tables in lacquered wood, silver glass top, drawer, brass feet and handles with original patina. This elegant pair of tables would look stunning in any interior.

Paolo Buffa (Milan 1903-1970), architect and designer, worked in the field of furniture design. Trained in the studio of Ponti and Lancia, from where he borrowed elements of neoclassical inspiration, in 1928, Buffa opened his own studio with Cassi Ramelli...

This stylish 'Cleopatra' daybed by A.R. Cordemeijer for Auping, Netherlands, was designed and produced in circa 1953. Signed on the springs as can be seen in the photos. Featurin...

Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden shelve. Made in Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservi...

Ico Parisi was born in Palermo, Italy, in 1916, but as early as 1925 with his family he moved to Como, where in 1936 he graduated as a building surveyor and served an apprenticeship ...

Ico Parisi was born in Palermo, Italy, in 1916, but as early as 1925 with his family he moved to Como, where in 1936 he graduated as a building surveyor and served an apprenticeship ...

In the 1960s in Brazil, furniture with modern design gained more space within the intimate areas of homes, especially bedrooms. The architecture and decoration magazines started to s...

A rare decorative original coffee table designed by Georges Tigien for Pradera in the 1950s, France. Formed of solid teak and highly durable wire cable. The coffee-table is highly de...

A wooden cross from the 1950s. Dimensions: height 85 cm / width 40 cm / depth 15 cm.

Framed maritime signal flag representing the letter “I”, “INDIA” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant is made of individual panels of yellow an...

Anatomical teaching model of normal size depicting a hollow foot in section showing a strong accentuation of the plantar arch and how the foot rest is mainly on the forefoot and heel...

Walnut wood structure coat rack with brass table anchored to the structure, embellished with brass circles creating harmony in the wooden panel. Crystal hood with brass anchors. 1950...

Perseo umbrella stand, model 1701 designed by Ico Parisi and produced by Stildomus in Italy in 1959. This incredible piece is made of four triangular supports in solid teak wood ...

The ultimate entertaining piece, this Arthur Umanoff four section wine rack system and room divider which also incorporates an artful array of one hundred forty leather wine bottle holders, two wicker baskets, ten butcher block wooden shelves, and all contained within four individual black iron frames, this magnificent room divider or wall unit is the ideal companion to any entertainment home or creative studio. Designed in 1954 by Arthur Umanoff and produced in low quantities by Shaver Howard throughout the late 1950s, this collector's item works equally wonderfully as a room divider or against a wall, it can be placed together in one continuous unit, angled for a corner, or separated - the four individual sections can be scattered throughout a room, home or office. Consider the many ways you can use this fantastic Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard room divider wall unit. Whether placed to divide a room or against a wall, this sizable piece can hold a large collection of wine, up to 140 bottles in the leather bottle holders that are have style similarities as designs from Jacques Adnet, 2 wicker baskets in the style of Franco Albini can hold drink accessories, glassware and tools, and the 10 wooden butcher block shelves can hold bottles of liquor, trays with condiments and mixers, recipe books...

Exceptional leather and oak daybed by Jacques Adnet. The entire frame is wrapped in dark green leather with signature Adnet contrast stitching and brass hardware. Cane style paneling on all sides. Only the two crossbars underneath the bed are not wrapped in leather. Extremely collectible and rare bed...

Framed maritime signal flag representing the letter “Y” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant is made of individual panels of red and yellow. Fi...

Framed maritime signal flag representing the number “7”, “SEVEN” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant is made of individual panels of red and y...

Hart Associates, Tommi Parzinger attributed Magazine Stand, Book Stand. Folder Stand. Repurpose. Featuring a sturdy rectangular two part form with curved Nickel plated Brass base and...

Made in Italy, 1950s. This pitcher vase, which can also be used as an umbrella stand, is made in embossed copper. Its minimal and classical, but still modern design perfectly embodi...

First edition of Bernard Rudofsky’s idiosyncratic and iconoclastic discussion of modern living conditions in postwar America, published by Oxford University Press in 1955. 201 pages, 8vo, hardcover with pictorial dust jacket. Several black-and-white illustrations. Rudofsky (1905-1988), an Austrian/American architect, curator, critic, industrial designer, exhibition designer, fashion designer, and author is best-known for his controversial exhibitions and accompanying catalogs, including Are Clothes Modern? (MoMA, 1944), Architecture Without Architects (MoMA, 1964), and Now I Lay Me Down to Eat (Cooper-Hewitt, 1980). He is also famous for his mid-century Bernardo sandal designs, which are popular again today. Behind the Picture Window...

Nice vintage Italian toy of the 50's for girl, of Italian manufacture. The toy is a pretty carriage with its horse attached for little girl, the carriage still has working its pedals...

Magazine rack in shaped wood midcentury Italian design cassina.

An uncommon magazine rack / table designed by Tony Paul circa 1950's. It features black metal framing with maple wood accents.

Elegant Pair of Rosewood End Tables, designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American, circa 1950s. They are a versatile size and ca...

A coat hanger of Italian design from the 1950s. This vintage entrance jacket stand has a modern and rational design enriched with three enameled an...

Beautiful large heavy Mid-Century Modern brass holy water stand by Vereinigte Werkstätten. Manufactured by Vereinigte Werkstätten in the 1950s. Made in Ge...

Framed maritime signal flag representing the “ANSWERING PENNANT” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant is made of individual panels of red and w...

Incredible umbrella stand by Jacques Adnet. Iron frame fully wrapped in saddle leather with all seams stitched together with Adnet's signature contrast stitching. Equestrian motif wi...

Mid-Century Modern solid maple full size headboard with nightstands shelves. All one unit - flip down nightstands with lower adjustable shelv...

1950s continental incense burner in brass. The plain design testifies that it has been in use. Age consistent ware and patina are present to both the burner and pendulum chain.

Beautiful Florentine Italian painted magazine rack. Perfect as a storage stand near your reading chair. The piece is in beautiful antique condition with patina. There is slight paint...

Waste bin in cane, designed and made by Lauritz Lønborg. Great original condition.

Restored to better than new condition, unbelievably rare pair of A-frame figured walnut nightstands by Kip Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for their Drexel Declaration collection. Top...

Italian 1950s wicker half bust mannequin.

Framed maritime signal flag representing the number “7”, “SEVEN” in the international code of signals. This authentic pennant is made of individual panels of yellow and red. Fitted t...

Very beautiful children's rocking chair in beech plywood minimalist craftsmanship the design of the rocking chair is essentially a nod to the shape of a swinging banana!

Harunobu, by Lubor Hajek, and translated by Hedda Vessela Stranska. 1st Edition: Spring Books, London, 1958. Softcover with Silk tied binding, pictorial softcover laid in to green cl...

Two beautifully crafted sculptural single headboards designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. These are in very good original condition from the...

Framed maritime signal flag representing the letter “Q”, “QUEBEC” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant with a large yellow field. Fitted to a h...

A classic design from an iconic American designer, Paul McCobb. This case piece features 2 deep drawers, warm patina brass pulls and constructed of solid maple.

Handsome dual wall hook by French designer Jacques Adnet in a beautiful oxblood leather with light patina. Frame made of solid iron and completely wrapped in leather. Every seam is s...

Fabulous midcentury walnut nightstands designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman in the United States, circa 1950s. These nightstands have a very particular and avant-garde geometric d...

Console wooden structure, decor enamel on copper fish patterns. Italian design by Siva Poggibonsi 1950s

Traditional Spanish antique wooden coat hanger. Manufactured in Spain circa 1950 by unknown manufacturer. In good original condition ...

Hand painted Asian folding screen, probably Chinese, believed to be circa 1950s, possibly much earlier. It depicts two scholars playing a game un...

Framed maritime signal flag representing the number “7”, “SEVEN” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant is made of individual panels of yellow an...

Two very nice France provincial nightstands. Two drawers each. Comes with glass plates. Good quality pieces.

Two Teak nightstands. Nice simple design. Square metal frame. Grey color, Made by the the Dutch Firm Kuperus in the 1950s. This bedroom set is much ...

Umbrella stand on 5 legs, completely made of bamboo and equipped with the original, galvanized inner box. The umbrella stand has a height of 41.5 cm. The diameter at the top is 18....

Very nice patina. Handmade, probably Italy.  

Handsome saddle leather bookends with strap and brass buckle details and felted bases. Warm patina/light scuffs present consistent with age/use. Measures...

Mid-Century Modern vintage umbrella stand from golden metal and brass 1950s Austria. A stunning umbrella like umbrella stand in umbrella shape with brass handle and a perforated bod...

Discover the enchanting allure of this Cabinet of Curiosities, a unique antique book and plaster sculptural artwork created circa 1950. This captivating piece, crafted by an unknown artist, combines a selection of plaster sculptural parts arranged atop an antique book, forming a truly charming work of art. In its original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, this modern-style artwork preserves a beautiful patina, adding character and intrigue to any space. Measuring 7 cm in height, 24 cm in width, and 15.5 cm in depth, this Cabinet of Curiosities showcases the sculptural pieces unattached to the book, leaving the presentation open to your interpretation and creativity. As a special offer, we provide free shipping to the United States and Europe using 1stdibs shipping services. Elevate your decor with this captivating Cabinet of Curiosities antique...