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ZMG Thonet Beech wood Folding chairs 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of Beech wood folding chairs ,comes width Wicker seats .
set of four of Vintage
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Campaign Cognac Leather Officers folding chair 1950s
By EICHHOLTZ
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice attractive 20th century Faux Bamboo & Brown Cognac color Leather Folding Campaign Safari
Category
Vintage 1950s English Campaign Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
1950's Original Folding Lounge Side Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Original Folding Lounge Side Chairs.
Fun practical side chairs made in Sapele wood. Strong
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Chairs
Materials
Wood
Single 1950's Sven Markelius Style Folding Birch Steamer or Church Chair
By Sven Markelius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single slatted 1950s and Mid-Century Sven Markelius style steamer/church chair. Very appealing
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
H 32.5 in W 19 in D 19.75 in
Set of Six French Metal Folding Chairs, France c. 1950's
Located in Napa, CA
Absolutely beautiful mid-century steel colored metal chairs. Each chair folds nicely and has a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950's Original Orange Tolix Folding Metal Outdoor Chairs - Various Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Orange Tolix Folding Metal Outdoor Chairs – 1950’s Original Orange Tolix Folding
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 34.26 in D 16.93 in
1950's Original Orange Tolix Folding Metal Outdoor Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Orange Tolix Folding Metal Outdoor Chairs – Set Of Four
1950’s Original Orange
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 34.26 in D 16.93 in
1950's Original Orange Tolix Folding Metal Outdoor Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Orange Tolix Folding Metal Outdoor Chairs – Set Of Six
1950’s Original Orange Tolix
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 34.26 in D 16.93 in
1950's French Iron And Brass Folding Dining Chairs In Leather Upholstery
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful set of 4 1950's French solid iron and brass with new leather upholstery folding dining
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Set of Eight French Metal Folding Garden Chairs, 1950s
Located in London, GB
This charming set of eight vintage French garden chairs from the 1950s features a classic folding
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pr. Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs and Ottoman c. 1950's Made in Yugoslavia
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
, circa 1950/60’s - design reminiscent of Hans Wegner.
The chairs and ottoman are all in very good, clean
Category
Mid-20th Century Slovak Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord, Wood
H 29 in W 24 in D 28.5 in
Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs Made in Yugoslavia after Wegener c 1950/1960's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of folding lounge chairs, Made in Yugoslavia, after the iconic Wegner masterpiece
Category
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Mid Century NY Folding Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Takeshi Nii, Japan, c. 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Deland, FL
lightweight, folding chairs and ottomans are highly functional, extremely comfortable and ready for decades
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese International Style Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 36 in W 22 in D 29 in
Hans Wegner Midcentury Original Classic JH-512 Folding Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. This exquisite folding chair was designed by famed Danish designer
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
1950s Attributed Clara Porset Mexican Mod Leather Woven Cane Folding Chairs
By Clara Porset
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Folding Chairs
From Mexico circa 1950s. Attributed to Clara Porset Folding Side Chairs.
Listing is
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Wood
H 32.5 in W 14.75 in D 18.5 in
1950s Seagrass Folding Lounge Chair Style Ninfea Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Midcentury Modern Folding Chair
In the style of Gio Ponti ninfea chair
maker unknown
Preowned
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Gio Ponti "Ninfea" Hand-Woven Folding Chair for Fratelli Reguitti, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Roma, IT
Italiano 1950–2000, Giuliana Gramigna, Allemandi, 2003 – p. 164 (mentions folding chairs produced by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 28.35 in W 19.3 in D 30.32 in
Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, c. 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in London, England
This classic folding chair in oak and cane was one of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Two Old Folding Chairs in Bentwood Italy 1950s Curved Wood
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Two old folding chairs in bentwood Italy 1950s curved wood.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of French Folding Chairs in Stained Teak, France 1950s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A wonderful & decorative pair of scissor-folding chairs. They have a very architectural feeling to
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Foldable chairs in bamboo & yuta
Located in Milano, IT
Experience the timeless charm and practicality of these 1950s foldable chairs, recently updated
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Rare Danish foldable deckchair in the style of Hans Olsen from 1950´s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare gem from the 1950s: an exquisite Danish foldable deckchair in the iconic style of Hans Olsen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 40.95 in W 25.6 in D 27.56 in
Set of 20 Egon Eiermann Folding Chairs in Beech and Metal, Germany, 1950's
By Egon Eiermann, Wilde + Spieth
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of 20 SE 18 folding chair, designed by German architect Egon Eiermann in 1952.
Initially
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
Two Italian white folding garden chairs, by Fratelli Reguitti from the 1950s
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set consists of two folding white garden chairs designed by Fratelli Reguitti from the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.14 in W 22.05 in D 23.63 in
Olle Pira, modernist folding chair Oscar, String Design, Sweden, 1950s
By Olof Pira, String Design AB
Located in Forserum, SE
A folding chair model Oscar, designed by Swedish architect Olle Pira in 1955 for the manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.68 in W 18.9 in D 27.56 in
Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg
Located in Thiensville, WI
Extremely rare circa 1950s Hedstrom circle chair. Midcentury design. Heavy metal (iron) circular
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.25 in W 31 in D 31 in
Danish Modern Folding Chair in Oak and Natural Sheepskin, Preben Thorsen, 1950s
By Morten Olsen & Son
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and iconic Danish scissor folding chair in solid oak by Preben Thorsen for cabinetmaker Morten
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 30.32 in
Maruni Mokko Japanese Folding Sling Chair
By Maruni
Located in London, GB
Maruni Mokko
Folding Sling Chair
c.1950s
Quartersawn Oak with nylon mesh
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid century leather and wood folding armchair, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid century leather and wood folding armchair, 1950s
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Brutalist Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
4 English Midcentury Scorched Bamboo & Rattan Folding Side Chairs Slatted Backs
Located in Dayton, OH
back, these bamboo English folding side chairs circa 1950s will bring a relaxed touch to any home
Category
Mid-20th Century Side Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 35 in W 24 in D 18 in
Two 1950s Danish Safari Chairs In Oak & Hide Leather by Poul Hundevad
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Poul Hundevad
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of original 1950s folding safari chairs in oak and hide leather by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 27.56 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Niko Kralj Rex folding chair Mid-century , 1950’s
By Niko Kralj
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 56cm W, 43cmD seat, 58cmH arm rest, 74cmH total, 58cmD total
Condition: Good
Material: Wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Solid Pine Slat Folding Outdoor Chairs, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage outdoor chairs. Solid wooden slat construction with armrests. Fold-able for easy storage
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Pine
Rex Folding Chair by Niko Kralj 1950s
By Stol Kamnik, Niko Kralj
Located in Čelinac, BA
Iconic model of chair "REX" famous Yugoslavian designer Niko Kralj.This model was designed in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Plywood
Folding Chair REX By Niko Kralj for Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia 1950s
By Niko Kralj
Located in Čelinac, BA
Niko Kralj Folding Chair REX 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plywood
1950's Vintage Conjoined Folding Chapel Chairs
Located in Tarleton, GB
1950's Vintage folding chair row in beech
History
Folding chairs have been in use for
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Se18 Beech Wooden Folding Chair Designed by Egon Eiermann, 1950s
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Very nice folding chair model SE18 designed by Egon Eiermann (1950s). The chair is made of
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
1950s Folding Beech Chair "Ninfea" by Gio' Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Gio Ponti folding chair, designed in 1958 for Fratelli Reguitti.
Original conditions.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Childrens Foldable Chairs Made in Italy, Brevetti Reguitti, 1950s
By Brevetti Reguitti, Brevettato
Located in Helsingborg, Skåne
Amazing childrens foldable chairs made in Italy by Brevetti Reguitti, 1950s.
This model looks very
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Folded Plywood and Leather Italian Side Chairs, 1950s
Located in Maastricht, NL
A beautiful pair of side chairs. The seat is made of folded plywood with
a white leather seat pad
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Folding Stools 1950s in Fir
Located in Manzano, Friuli Venezia Giulia
Pair of folding stools in fir.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Materials
Fir
Pair of French Foldable Green Garden Chairs, Wood and Metal, 1950s
Located in Petaluma, CA
These are a charming pair of French foldable garden chairs in a great green. They are made of wood
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Wood
Foldable Revolt Chair by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1950s, Dutch
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Bruges, West-Flanders
A folding Revolt chair by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, Netherlands, circa 1959. Folded sheet
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.71 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Folding Rope Chair 1950s, in the manner of Hans Wegner, Black Frame
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Faversham, GB
Folding chair in the manner of Hans Wegner, solid wood frame in black with woven organic rope seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rush, Rope, Beech
Pair of Vintage Retro Wooden Folding Beach Chairs with Armrests and Canvas 1950s
Located in Valkenswaard, NL
Pair of wooden adjustable folding beach chairs with armrests, 1950s.
The canvas upholstery is not
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
H 40.16 in W 25.6 in D 43.31 in
Easi-Bild Folding Red Wood Indoor Outdoor Lounge Chair with Webbing, USA, 1950s
By Klaus Grabe
Located in Maastricht, NL
A folding lounge chair, made of a red painted pine frame with a backrest and seating made of green
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
H 33.27 in W 25.2 in D 42.13 in
Mid-Century Beech Folding Chairs in the Style of H. Wegner, Set of Two
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of folding chairs made in the 1950s, very similar to the 512 model chair from H. Wegner, but
Category
Mid-20th Century Bosnian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Cord, Wood
H 28.75 in W 29.14 in D 23.43 in
Italian Picnic Folding Table with Chairs from 1950s
Located in Florence, IT
Italian picnic folding table with chairs from 1950s
When closed, the table becomes a baggage and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Cinema Chair Folding Chair from the 1950s
Located in Senden, NRW
Original single cinema chair or folding chair from the 1950s!
Very nice practical vintage folding
Category
Vintage 1950s German Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Wooden Folding Chairs, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Midcentury wooden folding chairs.
Simple yet elegant design and made in romania in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Caned Folding Chairs, 1950s
By Gerard Guermonprez, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, IDF
The simplicity of French modernism is evident in this set of caned folding chairs from the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Takeshi Nii Design Leather Rocking Folding Chair, 1950s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Budapest, HU
Brown leather rocking chair, designed by Japanese Takeshi Nii in the 1950s.
The chair is foldable
Category
Vintage 1950s Minimalist Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Takeshi Nii Design Leather Rocking Folding Chair, 1950s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Budapest, HU
Brown leather rocking chair, designed by the famous Japanese designer Takeshi Nii in the 1950s.
The
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Mid-Century Chestnut Folding Chair, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This Mid-Century folding chair was designed in the 1950s and originates from Italy. It is made from
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Camper Garden Folding Chairs, 1950s, Holland
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Den Haag, NL
Folding chairs and foot stool. 1950s orange metal frame comes with a new canvas upholstery
Two
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Canvas
20th Century French Set of Rattan and Metal Folding Chairs, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice set of three rattan and red metal folding chairs made in the 1950s.
Light and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950's Dutch Vintage Teak Folding Chair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Dutch vintage teak folding chair
1950’s Dutch vintage teak folding chair. Good robust
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Jacques Adnet Pair of Folding Leather Chairs, France 1950's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Jacques Adnet folding chairs in stitched black leather and black enameled frames on brass
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
1950s French Iron Folding Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Stunning set of four 1950s solid iron folding chairs with brass detail in the style of Maison
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Japanese Foldable Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Lisboa, PT
This folding modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s, in Japan. It has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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At 1stDibs, there are several options of folding chair 1950s available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all folding chair 1950s available were constructed with great care. Folding chair 1950s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Folding chair 1950s made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Folding chair 1950s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Gio Ponti, Hans J. Wegner and Takeshi Nii are consistently popular.
How Much are Folding Chair 1950s?
Prices for folding chair 1950s start at $106 and top out at $22,600 with the average selling for $2,328.
Questions About Folding Chair 1950s
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who invented the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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.
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