What did the Memphis Group design?

The Memphis Group designed a wide variety of items from 1980 to 1987 when the collective was active. Their designs included furniture and textiles as well as decorative objects made out of ceramics, metal and glass. Shop a collection of Memphis Group furniture at 1stDibs.

When did the Memphis Group debut their designs?

The Memphis Group debuted their designs in 1981 with an exhibition at the Salone del Mobile of Milan in Milan, Italy. Although many people criticized their designs at the time, the design group developed a cult following that boasted famous creatives like fashion designer Karl Lagerfield and musician David Bowie. Shop a variety of Memphis Group furniture at 1stDibs.

Who designed the Z Chair?

There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.

Who designed the Bird chair?

Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the LC1 chair?

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the venerated Swiss-born architect-designer known as Le Corbusier, and collaborators Pierre Jeanneret (Le Corbusier’s cousin) and Charlotte Perriand designed the LC1 chair in the late 1920s. Its unique design allows the backrest to move as you shift positions, allowing the chair to deliver optimal support. The LC1 was part of a series that saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. Find a range of Le Corbusier chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

Who designed LC2 chair?

Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret designed the LC2 chair, also known as the Cassina armchair. Their design debuted at the 1927 Autumn Salon in Paris, France. On 1st 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Le Corbusier chairs.

Who designed the LCW chair?

Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed airport chairs?

Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.

Who designed the MR chair?

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the LC2 chair?

The LC2 chair was designed by Le Corbusier in collaboration with Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret. The chair was released to the public in 1928 and remains popular to this day. Shop a collection of Le Corbusier’s designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Who designed the Corbusier chair?

Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the folding chair?

Opinions 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.

Who designed the clam chair?

Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Who designed the Eames chair?

Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.

Who is the most famous chair designer?

Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the coconut chair?

George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Who designed Paimio Chair?

The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.

Who designed the Hand chair?

Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the Transat chair?

Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the Butterfly chair?

Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

Memphis Design Chair

Masanori Umeda Getsuen

Sottsass Westside

Carlos Miret

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Steel

80's Belgo Chrom Chairs Memphis Style, Set of 4

H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in

1980ies Palace chair designed by George Sowden for Memphis Milano

By Memphis Milano, George Sowden

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

1980ies Memphis Milano Palace chair in colored lacquered wood designed by George Sowden, 1983

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1980ies Palace chair designed by George Sowden for Memphis Milano

H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in

Nathalie chair designed by Nathalie du Pasquier for Memphis Milano ca. 1990

By Nathalie du Pasquier, Memphis Milano

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

Nathalie chair designed by Nathalie du Pasquier for Memphis Milano, 1987 Manufactured by Memphis

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Nathalie chair designed by Nathalie du Pasquier for Memphis Milano ca. 1990

H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 25.2 in

Memphis Style Vintage Beech Animal Zebra Side Chair Italy, 1980s

By Memphis Milano

Located in Vienna, AT

Memphis style vintage beechwood chair or side chair with zebra pattern upholstery Italy, 1980s. A

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Memphis Style Vintage Beech Animal Zebra Side Chair Italy, 1980s

H 39.77 in W 16.34 in D 24.22 in

Charles Hollis Jones Postmodern Memphis Inspired Lounge Chair

By Memphis Group

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Memphis-inspired asymmetric sculptural lounge chair with unique tri-color design and acrylic legs

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Charles Hollis Jones Postmodern Memphis Inspired Lounge Chair

H 31 in W 43 in D 30 in

Palace Wood Chair, by George Sowden for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Milano, Memphis Group, George Sowden

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Palace chair in colored lacquered wood, designed in 1983, by George Sowden. George Sowden was born

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Palace Wood Chair, by George Sowden for Memphis Milano Collection

H 37.41 in W 19.3 in D 17.72 in

Belgo Chrom Chairs Steel Design Memphis Style, 1980s

By belgochrom

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

Memphis Milano style chairs by Belgo Chrom from the 1980s. Also a beautiful deskchair The green

Category

Antique 1880s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Belgo Chrom Chairs Steel Design Memphis Style, 1980s

H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 18.9 in

Riviera Chair in Plastic Laminate Memphis Milano Collection

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Riviera chair in plastic laminate with cushions covered for Memphis Milano collection Additional

Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Riviera Chair in Plastic Laminate Memphis Milano Collection

H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Memphis Milano – First Chair – Michele de Lucchi – 1983

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano

Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB

Striking and bold, this chair designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1983 for Memphis will be a superb

Category

Vintage 1980s European Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Memphis Milano – First Chair – Michele de Lucchi – 1983

H 35.44 in W 23.23 in D 19.69 in

Memphis Milano – First Chair – Michele De Lucchi – 1983

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano

Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB

Striking and bold, this chair designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1983 for Memphis will be a superb

Category

Vintage 1980s Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Memphis Milano – First Chair – Michele De Lucchi – 1983

H 35.44 in W 23.23 in D 19.69 in

First Chair by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis

By Memphis Group, Michele de Lucchi

Located in Vienna, AT

Iconic "First Chair" designed by Michelle de Lucchi for Memphis Milano 1983 in good condition, some

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

First Chair by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis

H 35.43 in W 27 in D 18.11 in

Blue Velvet Modern Memphis Chaise Lounge

By Memphis Milano

Located in Antwerp, BE

Postmodern design in Memphis style chaise lounge, couche, settee, daybed and loveseat! Steel chrome

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Blue Velvet Modern Memphis Chaise Lounge

H 33.47 in W 55.91 in D 41.74 in

First Wood and Metal Chair, by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Group, Memphis Milano, Michele de Lucchi

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The First chair in enameled wood and metal, was originally designed in 1983 by Michele De Lucchi

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

First Wood and Metal Chair, by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano Collection

H 35.44 in W 23.23 in D 19.69 in

8 Memphis Postmodern Dining Chairs Manner of Michele De Lucci, Italy, 1980s

By Memphis Group

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

8 Memphis Postmodern dining chairs manner of Michele De Lucci, Italy, 1980s. Fiberglass seat

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

8 Memphis Postmodern Dining Chairs Manner of Michele De Lucci, Italy, 1980s

H 33.47 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in

Kim Chair by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis-Milano, 1980s

By Memphis Milano, Michele de Lucchi

Located in Renens, CH

The Kim chair was designed by the Italian architect Michele de Lucchi in 1987: De Lucchi was one of

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Kim Chair by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis-Milano, 1980s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 22.84 in

Primula Chair by George J. Sowden by Post Design Collection/Memphis

By George Sowden

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Primula chair in metal and wood by George J. Sowden by Post Design collection/Memphis Additional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Metal

Primula Chair by George J. Sowden by Post Design Collection/Memphis

H 35.44 in W 15.75 in D 18.12 in

Paris Chair in Veneer and Metal by Martine Bedin for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Milano, Martine Bedin

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Paris chair in veneer and metal by Martine Bedin for Memphis Milano collection Additional

Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Metal

Paris Chair in Veneer and Metal by Martine Bedin for Memphis Milano Collection

H 26.38 in Dm 23.63 in

Memphis Milano, First Chair, Set of 4, Michele De Lucchi, 1983

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano

Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB

Striking and bold, this chair designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1983 for Memphis will be a superb

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Memphis Milano, First Chair, Set of 4, Michele De Lucchi, 1983

H 35.44 in W 23.23 in D 19.69 in

1980s Memphis Style Slipper Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, a Pair

By Milo Baughman, Memphis Milano

Located in Roanoke, VA

Baughman was inspired by the courageous young avant-garde designers known as the Memphis Group that

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile

1980s Memphis Style Slipper Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, a Pair

H 29.5 in W 30 in D 34 in

Palace Chair, Designed by George J. Sowden in 1983 for Memphis Milano

By George Sowden

Located in Beirut, LB

PALACE Chair, Designed by George J. Sowden in 1983 for the Collection Memphis Milano, in colored

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Palace Chair, Designed by George J. Sowden in 1983 for Memphis Milano

H 37.41 in W 19.3 in D 17.72 in

Kim Steel and Plywood Chair Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Original 1980s

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Group

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Kim chair designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1987. Made of unique shaped black steel frame and bent

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Kim Steel and Plywood Chair Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Original 1980s

H 32.29 in W 14.97 in D 22.84 in

Postmodern Poltroncine Chairs by Zeus in Black Steel Italy Memphis Design Style

By Maurizio Peregalli, Zeus

Located in Vienna, AT

3 armchairs "Poltroncina" in the design of Maurizio Peregalli by Italian manufacturer Zeus, Italy

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Poltroncine Chairs by Zeus in Black Steel Italy Memphis Design Style

H 26.78 in W 17.33 in D 21.26 in

Marmo Chair in Wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis

By Nathalie du Pasquier

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Marmo chair in wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier by Post Design collection/Memphis Additional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Wood

Marmo Chair in Wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis

H 57.49 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in

Italian Memphis Design Abstract Postmodern Dining Chairs, 1980s Italy

Located in Zagreb, HR

One of 40 geometrical abstract Memphis design postmodern dining chairs or accent chairs. The

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Memphis Design Abstract Postmodern Dining Chairs, 1980s Italy

H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in

Italian modern Green wood black metal chair Kim by De Lucchi for Memphis, 1980s

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano

Located in MIlano, IT

Chair is produced by Memphis in 1980s and designed by Michele De Lucchi. It is in very good conditions

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian modern Green wood black metal chair Kim by De Lucchi for Memphis, 1980s

H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 14.97 in

Pair of Italian 'Memphis Design' Lounge / Garden Chairs by Castelli Ferrieri

By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell

Located in New York, NY

of production. References: Ettore Sottsass, Alessandro Mendini, Superstudio, Memphis Design, Arte

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Italian 'Memphis Design' Lounge / Garden Chairs by Castelli Ferrieri

H 29 in W 25.25 in D 38 in

Memphis Design Postmodern Geometrical 'Cosinus' Chair by KFF, 80s Germany

By Karl Friedrich Förster, KFF

Located in Zagreb, HR

Clearcoated steel and dark blue faux leather upholstery postmodern chair, model 'Cosinus', designed

Category

Vintage 1980s German Industrial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Memphis Design Postmodern Geometrical 'Cosinus' Chair by KFF, 80s Germany

H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in

Lucrezia Armchair by Marco Zanini for Memphis Milano

By Memphis Milano, Marco Zanini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An aluminum arm chair designed by Marco Zanini for Memphis Milano in 1984 and upholstered in

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Lucrezia Armchair by Marco Zanini for Memphis Milano

H 32 in W 28 in D 22 in

Two Chairs Mod. "First" by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis Milano, Ready to Ship

By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Group

Located in Madrid, ES

Set of two chairs mod. "First Chair" designed by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis Milano, with

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Two Chairs Mod. "First" by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis Milano, Ready to Ship

H 35.44 in Dm 18.12 in

Sottsass Inspired Memphis Milano Chair, Italy, 1980s

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Antwerp, BE

Postmodern Memphis style chair, Italy, the 1970's. As a typical characteristic of Memphis, The

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sottsass Inspired Memphis Milano Chair, Italy, 1980s

H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 24.81 in

Memphis Style Modernist Triangular Chair by Carl Tese

Located in Wilton, CT

This unique Memphis style Chair is a one-of-a-kind experimental prototype. Designed and fabricated

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

Memphis Style Modernist Triangular Chair by Carl Tese

H 34 in W 20 in D 18.25 in

Sculptural "Arches" chair, Italian collectible, Memphis style, decorative dining

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Milano, IT

Vintage sculptural chair in tubular steel, painted in matte olive green. Made in Italy in the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sculptural "Arches" chair, Italian collectible, Memphis style, decorative dining

H 35.44 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

1980s Sculptural Coned Leopard Velvet Steel Swivel Stools Chairs

By Memphis Group

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece and

Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Sculptural Coned Leopard Velvet Steel Swivel Stools Chairs

H 38 in Dm 18 in

FIRST Chair by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano

By Michele de Lucchi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Michele de Lucchi was one of the cofounders of the Milano Design Group Memphis, which emerged at

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

FIRST Chair by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano

H 35 in W 24 in D 20 in

Memphis Chair by Javier Mariscal ''Garriris'', Black Leather, 1897

By Javier Mariscal

Located in Barcelona, ES

Garriris chair by Javier Mariscal, produced by Akaba in 1987, restored & recovered by the architect

Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Memphis Chair by Javier Mariscal ''Garriris'', Black Leather, 1897

H 98 in W 42 in D 55 in

Midcentury Post Modern Italian Style Chair After Sottsass for Memphis

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Unique fun Post-Modern arm chair by Design Institute America, DIA. Polished brass with vinyl

Category

20th Century Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Post Modern Italian Style Chair After Sottsass for Memphis

H 28 in W 25 in D 21 in

Bone Air Chair by Memphis Milano Designer Peter Shire

By Peter Shire

Located in Kansas City, MO

Peter Shire bone chair designed and made in the Studio of Peter Shire, 1983. Only two of these

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Laminate, Wood

Bone Air Chair by Memphis Milano Designer Peter Shire

H 40.5 in W 30 in D 59 in

"Bermuda" Chairs Designed by Carlos Miret for Amat, Spain, 1986

Located in Madrid, ES

The "Bermuda" chairs were designed by Carlos Miret and edited by Amat in 1986 in Spain, This

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

"Bermuda" Chairs Designed by Carlos Miret for Amat, Spain, 1986

H 27.96 in W 23.23 in D 16.54 in

Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous and original Ettore Sottsass Eastside lounge chairs, produced

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy

H 33.5 in W 29 in D 32.5 in

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous and original Ettore Sottsass Eastside lounge chairs, produced

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue

H 32.5 in W 29 in D 29.5 in

Three Whimsical Sawaya and Moroni Post Modern Memphis Style Occasional Chairs

By Sawaya & Moroni, Luigi Serafini

Located in Ferndale, MI

Three fun whimsical post modern occasional chairs designed by Luigi Serafini for Sawaya and Moroni

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Three Whimsical Sawaya and Moroni Post Modern Memphis Style Occasional Chairs

H 36 in W 16.5 in D 17.5 in

Pair of Steel Italian Memphis Architectural Chairs Attributed to Mario Botta

By Mario Botta

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of steel Italian Memphis architectural chairs attributed to Mario Botta. Extreme design with

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Steel Italian Memphis Architectural Chairs Attributed to Mario Botta

H 30.75 in W 22 in D 27 in

Memphis High Back Sculptural Chair with Red, Purple, and Sea Foam Cushions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Dutch, 1980's “Memphis” style chair is comprised of vividly colored geometric forms and and

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Memphis High Back Sculptural Chair with Red, Purple, and Sea Foam Cushions

H 44.5 in W 33.75 in D 33.5 in

Monochrome Memphis Style Chairs in the Style of Ettore Sottsass

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Glendale, AZ

Memphis style chairs in the style of Ettore Sottsass in monochrome black. Unmistakable silhouette

Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Monochrome Memphis Style Chairs in the Style of Ettore Sottsass

H 36 in W 19 in D 25 in

"S. Marco" Chair Designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez for Driade

By Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez, Driade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"S. Marco" is an elegant chair, designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez and manufactured by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather, Fabric, Foam, Wood

"S. Marco" Chair Designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez for Driade

H 33.8 in W 16.9 in D 22 in

Italian Modern Memphis Style Arm Chair Black Leather Chrome Massimo Iosa Ghini

By Massimo Iosa Ghini, Moroso

Located in Vienna, AT

Italian Modern vintage lounge chair or armchair, model Numero Uno, from leather and chrome by

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian Modern Memphis Style Arm Chair Black Leather Chrome Massimo Iosa Ghini

H 30.52 in W 26.78 in D 34.26 in

Set of Ten "Bermuda" Chairs Designed by Carlos Miret for Amat, Spain, 1986

Located in Madrid, ES

A Set of 10 units of The "Bermuda" chairs. The "Bermuda" chairs were designed by Carlos Miret and

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of Ten "Bermuda" Chairs Designed by Carlos Miret for Amat, Spain, 1986

H 27.96 in W 23.23 in D 16.54 in

Pair of Memphis Style Finnish 'Mondi Soft' Lounge Chairs with Chrome Frames

By Jouko Järvisalo, Inno Interior OY

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 'Mondi Soft' armchairs designed by Finnish architect Jouko Jarvisalo for Inno Interior OY

Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Memphis Style Finnish 'Mondi Soft' Lounge Chairs with Chrome Frames

H 29.5 in W 24.5 in D 30 in

"First" Wood and Metal Chair, by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano Collection

By Michele de Lucchi

Located in Beirut, LB

Striking and bold, this chair designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1983 for Memphis will be a superb

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

"First" Wood and Metal Chair, by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Milano Collection

H 35.44 in W 26.97 in D 18.12 in

Set of 4 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Dining Chairs, 90s

By Thonet

Located in Zagreb, HR

Set of four exceptionally rare and collectible, postmodern Memphis design original Thonet dining

Category

1990s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Dining Chairs, 90s

H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in

Set of Four Post Modern Memphis Era Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast Chairs

By Anna Anselmi, Bieffeplast

Located in Ferndale, MI

Set of four Memphis era post modern armchairs. Designed by Italian designer Anna Anselmi. Curve

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Post Modern Memphis Era Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast Chairs

H 30.5 in W 24 in D 20 in

Set of 4 Memphis Style Bieffeplast Italian White and Cream Metal Armchairs

By Bieffeplast

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A set of 4 Bieffeplast Italian Memphis style armchairs. Each of these 4 chairs feature cylindrical

Category

20th Century Unknown Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Memphis Style Bieffeplast Italian White and Cream Metal Armchairs

H 33.25 in W 22.5 in D 21 in

Set of 4 Italian Post-Modern / Memphis Dining Chairs by Massimo Iosa Ghini

By Massimo Iosa Ghini

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 Italian Post-Modern / Memphis Bolidist "Velox" dining chairs by Massimo Iosa Ghini for

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Italian Post-Modern / Memphis Dining Chairs by Massimo Iosa Ghini

H 32.25 in W 19 in D 26 in

1 of 20 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Signed Dining Chairs, 90s

By Thonet

Located in Zagreb, HR

Exceptionally rare and collectible, postmodern Memphis design original Thonet dining chairs

Category

1990s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1 of 20 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Signed Dining Chairs, 90s

H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in

1 of 20 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Signed Dining Chairs, 90s

By Thonet

Located in Zagreb, HR

Exceptionally rare and collectible, postmodern Memphis design original Thonet dining chairs

Category

1990s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1 of 20 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Signed Dining Chairs, 90s

H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in

Mid Century Memphis Style High Back White Oak Danish Skovby Dining Chairs-Set 6

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

Located in El Cajon, CA

dining chairs with elongated abstracted triangular design. Architectural bases are made of solid European

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Streamlined Moderne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Memphis Style High Back White Oak Danish Skovby Dining Chairs-Set 6

H 40 in W 18 in D 18.5 in

1 of 12 Memphis Style Vintage Postmodern 'Mikado' Dining Chairs By Kusch & Co.

By Kusch+Co

Located in Zagreb, HR

Set of twelve vintage Kusch+Co stackable postmodern dining chairs in a blue-grey lacquered finish

Category

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1 of 12 Memphis Style Vintage Postmodern 'Mikado' Dining Chairs By Kusch & Co.

H 31.11 in W 18.12 in D 19.3 in

Set of Six Memphis Tripod Dining Chairs in the Manner of Michele De Lucchi

By Michele de Lucchi

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A set of six Memphis dining chairs in the manner of Michele de Lucchi. The steel frame is powder

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Memphis Tripod Dining Chairs in the Manner of Michele De Lucchi

H 30 in W 26 in D 24.5 in

1990s Multi-Colored Sculptural Memphis Style Dining Table & 6 Chairs

By Memphis Group

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The extremely rare Memphis style sculptural dining set is statement piece which is also comfortable

Category

1990s Post-Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

1990s Multi-Colored Sculptural Memphis Style Dining Table & 6 Chairs

H 28 in W 53 in D 26 in

Set of Eight Mandarin Dining Chairs Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Pasadena, TX

20th century. Sottsass was the oldest member of the Memphis Group — a design collective, formed in

Category

Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Eight Mandarin Dining Chairs Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll

H 32.5 in W 26 in D 22 in

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the memphis design chair you’re looking for. Each memphis design chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and steel. There are many kinds of the memphis design chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A memphis design chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. A well-made memphis design chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Harvink, Anna Castelli Ferrieri and belgochrom are consistently popular.

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Questions About Memphis Design Chair

What did the Memphis Group design?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Memphis Group designed a wide variety of items from 1980 to 1987 when the collective was active. Their designs included furniture and textiles as well as decorative objects made out of ceramics, metal and glass. Shop a collection of Memphis Group furniture at 1stDibs.
When did the Memphis Group debut their designs?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Memphis Group debuted their designs in 1981 with an exhibition at the Salone del Mobile of Milan in Milan, Italy. Although many people criticized their designs at the time, the design group developed a cult following that boasted famous creatives like fashion designer Karl Lagerfield and musician David Bowie. Shop a variety of Memphis Group furniture at 1stDibs.
Who designed the Z Chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
Who designed the Bird chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the LC1 chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the venerated Swiss-born architect-designer known as Le Corbusier, and collaborators Pierre Jeanneret (Le Corbusier’s cousin) and Charlotte Perriand designed the LC1 chair in the late 1920s. Its unique design allows the backrest to move as you shift positions, allowing the chair to deliver optimal support. The LC1 was part of a series that saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. Find a range of Le Corbusier chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
Who designed LC2 chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret designed the LC2 chair, also known as the Cassina armchair. Their design debuted at the 1927 Autumn Salon in Paris, France. On 1st 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Le Corbusier chairs.
Who designed the LCW chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed airport chairs?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.
Who designed the MR chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the LC2 chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The LC2 chair was designed by Le Corbusier in collaboration with Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret. The chair was released to the public in 1928 and remains popular to this day. Shop a collection of Le Corbusier’s designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Who designed the Corbusier chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the folding chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Opinions 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.
Who designed the clam chair?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
Who designed the Eames chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
Who is the most famous chair designer?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the coconut chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
Who designed Paimio Chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
Who designed the Hand chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the Transat chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the Butterfly chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.

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