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Hand Carved Rustic Rancho Console Table 1940's
By Monterey Furniture
Located in Fulton, CA
, circa. 1940's. Features two drawers and lower shelf area. A nautical, fish carved top surface, unusual
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rancho Monterey Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Lovely through tenon detail. Some discoloration on surface. Seat is 8'' deep.
Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Benches

Materials

Hardwood

Rustic Wooden Dining Table, Patina, Craftsmanship, Wabi-Sabi, France, 1940's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic wooden dining table, Patina, Craftsmanship, Wabi-Sabi, France, 1940's This rustic dining
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Wabi Sabi Rustic Tripod Stool, Wood Grain Pattern, Patina, Organic, 1940's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wabi-Sabi rustic tripod stool, woodgrain pattern, Patina, Organic, 1940's This rustic tripod
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

Rustic Scalloped Edge Dining Chairs, Set of 10, Italy, 1940's
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in New York, NY
Vittorio Valabrega Rustic Primitive Dining Chairs, Set of 10, 1940's Rare set of rustic Deco
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Mid-20th Century European Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rustic Wabi Sabi Three Legged Stools, Brutalist, Mid-Century Modern 1940's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; France; Mid-Century Modern; Stools; Barstools; Rustic wooden stools made in France, we
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

1940s Hacienda Antique Worktable Rustic Mexican Mesquite
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Hacienda Rustic Edge Mexican Mesquite Antique Wood Work Table circa 1940s Mexico 30H x 26D
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Wabi Sabi Console, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Console, planter, Sculpture, wabi-sabi, Decorative item, Rustic, Artwork, 1940's, France; What
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rustic Wabi Sabi Console, France, 1940s
Rustic Wabi Sabi Console, France, 1940s
H 27.56 in W 97.25 in D 31.89 in
1940s Old Rustic Solid Mahogany Slat Table
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic Mahogany Table circa 1940s modern form 21.75 h x 26.5 w x 9.75 d Solid mahogany with miter
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Vintage 1940s Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

1940s Old Rustic Solid Mahogany Slat Table
1940s Old Rustic Solid Mahogany Slat Table
H 21.75 in W 26.5 in D 9.75 in
Old Hickory American Provincial Paddle Arm Lounge Chair c 1940's
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Classic American Rustic furniture - lounge, armchair, made by the Old Hickory Furniture Company
Category

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Rectangual Wabi Sabi Coffee Table, Brutalist, Rustic, 1940's
Located in Antwerp, BE
furniture. Can be used to display magazines, books, and other curiosities.  
Category

Vintage 1940s European Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

1940’s Adirondack bench
Located in Chicago, IL
1940’s Adirondack bench with hide upholstery. It has storage underneath seat. Made in US.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Rustic Benches

Materials

Hide, Wood

1940’s Adirondack bench
1940’s Adirondack bench
H 20 in W 23 in D 13.5 in
Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
; 1940s; Mid-Century Modern; Rustic chair with comfortable cord seating and an imperfect, wabi-sabi
Category

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood

Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s
Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s
H 32.29 in W 14.97 in D 13.39 in
Vittorio Valabrega Rustic Scalloped Edge Dining Chairs, Set of 10, Italy, 1940's
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in New York, NY
Vittorio Valabrega Rustic Primitive Dining Chairs, Set of 10 This is an extremely rare set of
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Vintage 1940s Italian Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rustic Handcrafted Oak & Rush High Back Dining Chairs, 1940's Belgium
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Rustic Design Handcrafted Oak & Rush High Back Dining Chair set of 4. Made in Belgium, 1940
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Medium Window Jalisco Hacienda 1940s 39.5 tall x 26.75w x 4d / Inside
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Windows

Materials

Wood

Two black French Brutalist tripod stool Rustic milking stools, 1940's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Two old milking stools from France. The stools can be used as side tables or bedside tables and add a lot of atmosphere to a modern interior. A beautiful detail of craftsmanship is t...
Category

Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Stools

Materials

Pine

Rustic Wabi Sabi Stool, Four Legged, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; Wabi Sabi; Stool; Four-Legged; France; 1940s; Rustic wabi-sabi wooden stool with a four
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

1940s Antique Wood Clamps Rustic Carpentry Tool
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Clamps  Prior use to build boats Largest 63 long x 5.25 d x 1.25 w Short 48 long x 5 w x 1.5 Original vintage-Refer to listed images.
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

1940s Rustic Mesquite Wood Vice Jalisco Ranch Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Rustic Carpentry Vice Tool Mesquite Wood Jalisco Ranch 48 tall x 31 w x 8 d inches In
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Rustic Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique spanish rustic raised-panel window as coffee table, Spain, 1930s. A 19th century solid
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Pine

Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table, 1940s
Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table, 1940s
H 15.75 in W 22.84 in D 16.54 in
1940s Spanish Colonial Rustic Iron Candelabras
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Spanish Forged Iron Three Arm Rustic Scroll Candelabras Set of Two Candelabras circa 1940s
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Spanish Colonial Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pair of Rustic Carved Oak Armchairs by Anton Fortuin, 1940s
By Anton Fortuin
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Rustic armchairs. Design by Anton Fortuin. Striking Dutch design from
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Vintage 1940s Dutch Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional hand-braided wood decorative basket / storage basket, Spain, 1940s-1950s. Hand-crafted
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20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood

Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s
Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s
H 11.03 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Ancient Hand-Crafted Portuguese Washbasin, Pot, Garden Elements, Rustic, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
; Plantpot; Garden accessories; Garden elements, Patina, Rustic 1940's Ancient hand-crafted Portuguese
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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stone

1940s Rustic Turkish Broken Stripe Flatweave Rug, Neutral Tones
Located in New York, NY
This all wool rustic piece has been created from two edge joined assembled wool panels with jogged
Category

Vintage 1940s Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

1940s Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Flat-Bed Hay Bricks Block Tile Wheelbarrow
Located in Dayton, OH
1940s Flat-bed wheel barrow. Intended for bricks or hay. Features a wooden frame on wheel with
Category

Vintage 1940s Rustic Garden Ornaments

Materials

Hardwood

Rustic Armchair in Solid Wood and Straw, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; Art Populaire; Folk Art; Travail Populaire; Monoxylite; 1940s; France; Wabi Sabi; Armchair
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

1940s Rustic Industrial Iron and Buffalo Leather Swivel Stools, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, rare, leather and iron swivel stools you could hope to find. Firm cushioning lend inviting comfort to the elegant silhouette. ...
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Vintage 1940s Rustic Swivel Chairs

Materials

Iron

1940s Distressed Molcajete Rustic Mexican Stone Bowl
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic Vintage Kitchen Molcajete Mexican Stone Bowl Chef's grinding dish Preowned original
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

1940s Century Italian Rustic Triangular/Sculptural Stool, Beautiful Patina
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
A captivating rustic stool from the 1940s, crafted in Italy with a distinctive triangular
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Walnut

Brutalist Rustic Stone Table, France, 1940s
Located in Austin, TX
textured surface nestles inside of a rustic four legged solid oak base. Solid and stained oak frame sits
Category

20th Century French Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Italian Antique Rustic Freestanding Mirror, Made from a Wooden Swing Door, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Antique Italian rustic freestanding mirror, made from a wooden swing door, 1940s. Original door
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Vintage 1940s Italian Rustic Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Rustic European Solid Wood Table, Europe ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
objects, such as furniture to nature. This rustic, solid wood table is a perfect example of this sentiment
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic French 1940s Wooden Bamboo Style Coat Rack
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rustic French Mid-Century Modern bamboo style wooden coat rack with three large rounded pegs and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

1940's Floor Brass & Copper Water Jug, Belgium
Located in Praha, CZ
Antique large floor water jug from Belgium. It was originally used for water, but can be used in many ways to brighten your interior.
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Rustic Urns

Materials

Brass, Copper

1940's Floor Brass & Copper Water Jug, Belgium
1940's Floor Brass & Copper Water Jug, Belgium
H 24.02 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in
1940s Rustic Hand Forged Iron Tall Floor Candle Holder
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Hand Forged Old Iron Standing Floor Candle Holder 43.75 x 14.25 x 14.25 preowned original
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Set of Two Middle Eastern Pottery Bowls, circa 1940's
Located in Ross, CA
Hand made clay pottery bowl set of two, made around 1930 to 1940's, possibly Middle Eastern.
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Vintage 1940s Asian Rustic Pottery

Materials

Terracotta

Art Deco Credenza in Solid Oak, Rustic, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Experience the rustic charm of a hunting lodge with this remarkable vintage Art Deco Brutalist
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Japanese Antique Rustic Stool 1900s-1940s / Side Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
antiques. This is a very old rustic style stool made in Japan. This furniture is from the early Showa
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Stools

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Rustic Pine Chairs by Goran Malmvall, Sweden, 1940s
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 4 solid pine dining chairs designed by Göran Malmvall in the 1940s. The chairs have been
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Charles Dudouyt, Oak end table, French rustic chic design, circa 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in leucate, FR
The rustic and chic design of French decorator Charles Dudouyt. Elegant side table or low pedestal
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic End Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Credenza in Solid Oak, Rustic, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Large Mid-Century Brutalist sideboard, 1940, France. This unique piece consists of three carved
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

1940s Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6 France, circa 1940s Handcrafted
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Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rustic American Driftwood 1940s Burl Table Lamp with Single Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American driftwood burl table lamp from the Mid-20th Century with single socket and rustic
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Travail Populaire Oak Bobbin Oval Centre Table, France 1940's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Rustic Travail Populaire Oak Bobbin Oval Centre Table. Made in France, 1940's period. Solid
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Modern Rustic, Brutalistic Table / Chair Set by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Set of two small chairs and a table by Charles Dudouyt, probably 1940s, solid oak, seats in rye
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Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Sets

Materials

Straw, Oak

Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Rustic Set of Table and Benches in Solid Pine 1940s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Wonderful Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Rustic Set of Table and Benches in Solid Pine, 1940s. The
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Rustic Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood, Pine

Wabi Sabi Design Oak Spindle Back Chairs, France 1940's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Wabi Sabi Design Oak Spindle Back Chairs. Made in France, 1940's / 50's period
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

1940's Distressed Turkish Oushak Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
in Turkey. Measures: 04'02 x 06'01. Date: 1940's. Mid-20th Century.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handcrafted Folk Art Rustic Oak Dining Chair Set, France, 1940s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Handcrafted Folk Art Rustic Oak Dining Chair set of 6. Made in France, 1940s period
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Vintage 1940s French Folk Art Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

1940s Antique Persian Rug Khoy Design with Rustic Floral Patterns
Located in Dallas, TX
1940s-era antique Persian rug made of the finest wool and colored with 100% all-natural vegetable
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Vintage 1940s Persian Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Wabi Sabi Handcrafted Design Solid Oak Dining Table & Chairs, 1940's France
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
matching dining chairs. Made in France in the 1940's. Solid oak handmade round table on 4 carved legs with
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dining Room Sets

Materials

Oak

Rustic West African Tribal Lobi Chair, Burkina Faso, Wabi Sabi, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A highly decorative African Lobi chair, crafted in Burkina Faso during the 1940s. This type of
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Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain
Located in North Miami, FL
Vintage Wild Boar Tusk Trophies with Sterling Silver Mounting plaques - Set of 3, Spain 1942, 1945, 1946. A vintage trio set of wild boar (Sus scrofa) trophies on wooden plaques. The...
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Selection of Nautical Campaign Benches circa 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
$4500 for the pair. These benches were made for use on U.S. Navy ships in the 1940s. They are
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Vintage 1940s American Rustic Benches

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Solid Pine Chairs, Göran Malmvall, Sweden 1940s
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 2 solid pine dining chairs designed by Göran Malmvall in the 1940s. Four more chairs are
Category

20th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

Materials

Pine

Old Church Bench, 1940s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Old pine church bench made around 1940. Has a nice rustic and wabi sabi look. There are two
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Benches

Materials

Pine

Old Church Bench, 1940s
Old Church Bench, 1940s
H 17.33 in W 78.75 in D 11.03 in
Set of 4 French Rush + Oak Dining Chairs, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of four French dining chairs from the 1940s, expertly crafted from natural materials using
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Unmatching Pair of Fish Copper Molds, Portugal, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching set of two fish shaped cake copper moulds. Portugal, 1930s-1940s The set is comprised
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20th Century Portuguese Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Copper

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1940s Rustic Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 1940s rustic furniture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every piece of 1940s rustic furniture was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of 1940s rustic furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of 1940s rustic furniture bearing Industrial, Folk Art or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Henriot Quimper, A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture and Brendan Bass each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of 1940s rustic furniture that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1940s Rustic Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of 1940s rustic furniture at 1stDibs is $1,466, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $17,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About 1940s Rustic Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. 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. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 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.