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Broadway chair, Gaetano Pesce, Bernini, 1993
By Gaetano Pesce
Located in PARIS, FR
Broadway chair, Gaetano Pesce, Bernini, 1993 Gaetano Pesce ‘Broadway’ chair produced by Bernini with four rubber-capped feet standing on springs. Model 543, created in 1993 for Ber...
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1990s Italian Chairs

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Metal

Broadway chair, Gaetano Pesce, Bernini, 1993
Broadway chair, Gaetano Pesce, Bernini, 1993
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 20.08 in
Mid Century Modern Eames DSS Chairs - Set of 8
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pleased to offer a great collection of 8 Mid Century Modern Herman Miller Eames DSS stacking chairs in elephant hide grey. These chairs are in fantastic vintage condition with no chi...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Tubular Brass Chairs by ChromeCraft- Set of Four
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W22 D21 H33 SW18 SD19 SH17 AH24 Vintage Rolling Chairs by ChromeCraft in overall great condition. Chairs features structurally sound brass frames with light patina, three units are ...
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Vintage 1980s Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gio Ponti per Reguitti, Poltrone Ninfea con tavolino, 1958
By Gio Ponti, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Baranzate, IT
Due poltrone pieghevoli Ninfea con tavolino. Legno tinto all'anilina, ottone e canna d'India. Colori con patina originale. Marchio impresso della Manifattura. Produzione Reguitti, 1...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Fibreglass La Fonda Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Bruxelles, BE
La Fonda chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Alexander Girard’s La Fonda del Sol restaurant in New York, 1960s. The chair has a gracefully curved seat and a slim profile. T...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Black Leather Armchair by Carlo Bartoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1980s
By Matteo Grassi, Carlo Bartoli
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage black leather armchair by Carlo Bartoli designed in the 1980s for Matteo Grassi. Very heavy because of the steel frame.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

ROMEO REGA - MARIO SABOT- Juego de seis sillas
By Mario Sabot, Romeo Rega
Located in MADRID, ES
Seis sillas de comedor "Topazio de Mario Sabot", diseñadas por Romeo Rega. Conjunto de seis sillas de comedor de la importante firma italiana Sabot, se conocen como sillas 'Topiazi...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Chrome

ROMEO REGA - MARIO SABOT- Juego de seis sillas
ROMEO REGA - MARIO SABOT- Juego de seis sillas
H 35.44 in W 23.23 in D 22.84 in
Up to (7) Mid-Century Brown Soft Pad Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this authentic Eames for Herman Miller vintage soft pad chairs in dark brown leather. Adjustable tilt and height with manual lift. These authentic examples ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set Of 7 Vintage Coquillage Chairs By Pierre Guariche For Meurop, 1960s
By Pierre Guariche, Meurop
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Set of 6 Coquillage chairs by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, Belgium, 1960s. These chairs are also known as “Shell” chairs. These black, red, yellow, blue, and green shells made of prop...
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Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Bauhaus Style Chairs for Pizzi Arredamenti Upholstered in Yellow Cotton
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Italian Bauhaus style chairs made in the 70s for Pizzi Arredamenti. Tubular structure made in steel with the seat and backrest upholstered in yellow cotton velvet. Pizzi Ind...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Aluminium Group Chairs for Herman Miller 3 Available
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are up to 5 Aluminium Group Management chairs in black mesh designed by Eames for Herman Miller. These are the most comfortable of all Eames aluminum Group cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Woven Italian Chair
Located in London, England
Vintage cantilever chair with hand woven seat and sheet caned back. Manufactured in Italy, 1970s. Made from a singular tube which curves geometrically to create an incredibly strikin...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Chairs

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Stainless Steel

1970s Woven Italian Chair
1970s Woven Italian Chair
H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
‘Cesto’ Chairs by Grassi, Conti and Forlani for Emilio Paoli, Italy, circa 1959
By Luciano Grassi, Sergio Conti, Paoli, Marisa Forlani
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Rare pair of 'Cesto' chairs by Luciano Grassi, Sergio Conti and Marisa Forlani by Emilio Paoli, Italy circa. 1959. The chairs are from the 'Monofilo' series. The design is the result...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Laura de Lorenzo & Stefano Stefani
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern set of 4 chairs by Laura de Lorenzo & Stefano Stefani, Italy,1980s.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Giancarlo Piretti Alky Lounge Chair in White Bouclé Fabric for Anonima Castelli
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Alky lounge chair designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the sixties for Anonima Castelli, Italy. The shape of the chair is construct with foam printed direct on a metal frame with ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Four Danish Modern Armchairs, Late 20th Century
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Four Danish modern armchairs, late 20th century.
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Steel

Stacking Chair by Tendo Mokko, Japan, 1970s
By Tendo Mokko
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A chair that designed and manufactured by Tendo Mokko. This model had been manufactured and sold during 1974 to 1979. Designed to be stacked. Faux Leather and metal. A bar between th...
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Chairs

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Metal

Stacking Chair by Tendo Mokko, Japan, 1970s
Stacking Chair by Tendo Mokko, Japan, 1970s
H 29.53 in W 21.26 in D 20.67 in
Functional Art by Lorenzini Mid-Century Modern Throne Chair, 1980s
By Lorenzini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Functional Art; Sandro Lorenzini; Mid-Century Modern; Throne Chair; Wood; Artist; Italian Artist; Italy; Throne chair by Italian artist Sandro Lorenzini, made in Italy, circa 198...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Copper

Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century High Back Aluminum Group Chairs
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Ask for custom shipping quote For sale are these authentic Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group chairs in premium plush black leather with high-backs. An icon of Mid Century Moder...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Wassily Style Leather Chair in the Manner of Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
A fine, comfortable Wassily style lounge chair from France featuring bands of stitched leather attached to a seamless tubular chrome frame, inspired by Marcel Breuer’s original desig...
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20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 6 Chairs
By Eugene Printz
Located in Paris, FR
Suite of six chairs in walnut. Front legs with patinated brass shoes. White fabric.
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20th Century French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Chairs
Set of 6 Chairs
H 37.41 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Vintage Brushed Steel Arm Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Metal Chairs Brushed Solid Steel Removeable Vintage Black Leather Cushions Solid Steel Seat Swirl Design Accent Approximately 50 LBS Each Origin Unknown H...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel, Cut Steel

Pair of Vintage Brushed Steel Arm Chairs
Pair of Vintage Brushed Steel Arm Chairs
H 33.25 in W 19.75 in D 25 in
Set of Six Dining Chairs Model 2027 Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six dining chairs model 2027 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Mahogany, leather and brass. Josef Frank developed his characteristic style combining e...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Folk Art Chairs with Tractor Seats, France, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Almost-pair of French "homemade" iron chairs with very comfortable! tractor seats. Original paint.
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Iron

1960s Italian “Plia” Clear Lucite Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1960s clear lucite and chrome "Plia" folding chairs by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli. Made in Italy. Labeled on underside of each chair. One set of two available.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

1970s Marcel Breuer White Leather Wassily Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in San Gabriel, CA
30" height x 30" width x 25" depth 1970s Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair. Some light scuffs, worn leather. The tubing as a continuous piece and the thick leather straps are indi...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Leather Chairs, Designer Sedus
Located in Asheville, NC
1960s style side office chairs with tubular chrome legs, molded plastic shell with sectioned and boxed attached leather upholstery. Recently shipped from the South of England.
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Vintage 1960s German Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Bruno Rey Dietiker Vintage Chair Post-Modern Beechwood Switzerland
By Bruno Rey, Kusch+Co
Located in Alsdorf, NW
Beautiful vintage stacking chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. The chairs are in a nice and warm beechwood. Probably from the 1980s, made in Switzerland. Solid and very sturdy const...
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Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen Mid-Century Womb Chair & Ottoman by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Southampton, NY
This Iconic original Womb Chair and accompanying ottoman is by famed Finnish/ American designer Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. The chair and ottoman were recovered, some 25 plu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Cesca Chair 1952 After Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Čelinac, BA
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair Italy 1952
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian Cesca Chair 1952 After Marcel Breuer
Italian Cesca Chair 1952 After Marcel Breuer
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H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 18.51 in
Set of Six High Back Stacking Plywood Chairs, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalist set of six high back dining chairs with a comfortable seat and high back in plywood. The chairs are stackable up to 6 high and are very durable thanks to the sturdy chrome...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Dronten, NL
White fiberglass shell chairs designed in the 1950s by Pierre Guariche. For a very short period the Coquillage or Scallop chair was reissued by Maisons du Monde, France. Each chair i...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Rushed Chairs by Joseph Savina
By Joseph Savina
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rushed chairs by Joseph Savina.
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Vintage 1930s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rushed Chairs by Joseph Savina
Pair of Rushed Chairs by Joseph Savina
H 31.25 in W 15.5 in D 15.25 in
4 "Tubolare" Chrome Chairs by Rudi Bonzanini for Tecnosalotto, Italy
By Tecnosalotto, Rudi Bonzanini, Giotto Stoppino, RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Exquisite Italian Mid Century Modern set of four "Tubolare" dining chairs, brought to life by the visionary Rudi Bonzanini for Tecnosalotto, Mantova, Italy. These chairs not only e...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Scimitar easy chairs Steel and Leather, 1960s
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Original Black Leather with Steel Frame by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm, 1962 Additional Information: Material: Steel frame, original black leather St...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1x Tom Dixon After Postmodern 1980s Dining Side Rope Chair Vintage Desk Boho
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, GB
An amazing hourglass rope chair designed after the famous 'S' chair of Tom Dixon. The chair is weaved with rushed rope weaved around a metal frame. It holds a playful and beautiful...
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Vintage 1980s British Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

FK85 Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Fabricius & Kastholm Kill International 1960s
By Alfred Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Aachen, NW
This fine example of the FK85 lounge chair with ottoman was designed by Jorgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius in the early 60s and produced by Kill International in the late 1960s. Th...
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Vintage 1960s German Chairs

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Aluminum

Pair of Black Costes Chairs by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of sleek, Costes chairs by French designer and architect Philippe Starck for Driade, Italy was designed for the Costes Cafe in Paris. The chair's barrel shell is made of bl...
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Emerald Velvet, Gold Edition, Set of 6
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Wilton, CT
We’ve restored this set of 6 Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs using a 100% Cotton Italian Velvet in the color Emerald. Skilled craftsmen have brought each chair back to life ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Midcentury Marcel Breuer Chrome and Rattan Cesca Chairs for Gavina 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Roma, IT
Set of wonderful two mid-century chromed metal and rattan chairs "Cesca model". These amazing chairs were designed by Marcel Breuer and produced for Gavina in Italy during the 1970s....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

2 Cantilever Armchairs in the Manner of Gae Aulenti, Italy, 1970s
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of 2 chairs was made in the style of Gae Aulenti. The light linen upholstery contrasts with the orange tubular steel frame. The chairs are in good condition. Do not hesitate...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Aluminium Group Management Chairs for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration up to 6 Aluminum Group chairs in black leather designed by Eames for Herman Miller. All in very good original condition showing minimal wear. Much better than ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Set of Four Lucite Mid Century Folding chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very nice set of four mid century modern Lucite folding chairs. Great to have when you need that extra seating for your dinner party. Fold flat for storage.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975 Leather
By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International
Located in Rovereta, SM
Oscar Niemeyer armchair and ottoman model "Alta", circa 1975. Rare fireside chairs and its ottoman model "Alta" with adjustable seats and backrests in thick cushions upholstered in ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Set of Twelve White Tubular Steel Chairs by Robert Mallet Stevens
By Robert Mallet-Stevens
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Mallet Stevens for Stevens designs, set of twelve dining chairs, lacquered metal and leatherette, France, design 1928, production later Set of white lacquered tubular chairs ...
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Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Turn of the Century English Leather and Walnut Armchair
Located in London, GB
This very handsome and well made English turn of the century armchair is made up of Walnut and a rich cognac brown leather upholstery. It features a shaped, curved back with scrolled...
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Antique Early 1900s British Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Stools in White Fiberglass and Black Coated Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stools or footstools, fiberglass, coated steel, Europe, 1960s This stool embodies a minimalist aesthetic, characterized by its straightforward design with streamlined contours and...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Erik Karlström Side Chair in Leather and Chromed Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Karlström, side chair, chromed steel, leather, Sweden, 1960s. Elegant and modern dining chair with unusual shaped backrest designed by Erik Karlström. This chair was made in th...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Amazing Set of 12 Chairs Art Deco 1920, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Luxury 12 Art Deco chairs in leather and wood. Year 1930 Country: French Materials : wood, chrome and leather Finish: polyurethanic lacquer Elegant and sophisticated 12 chairs. You ...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Amazing Set of 12 Chairs Art Deco 1920, France
Amazing Set of 12 Chairs Art Deco 1920, France
H 37.41 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Paco Muñoz Pair of 'Riaza' Hunting Children's Chairs in Walnut and Leather
By Paco Muñoz, Darro
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paco Muñoz for Darro, pair of 'Riaza' chairs for children, walnut, leather, metal, Spain, 1960s This robust low lounge chair, designed by Paco Muñoz in the 1960s, exemplifies the cl...
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer Industrial Rationalist Metal and Laminated Wood Result Chair, 1953
By Friso Kramer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair model result, designed by Friso Kramer in 1953. Manufactured by Ahrend de Cirkel (Netherlands) in 1953. Profiled sheet lacquered metal, wood seat and back. First edition in gr...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Armin Wirth Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Swiss Stackable Chairs for Aluflex
By Arflex, Armin Wirth
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stackable Aluflex chairs designed by Armin Wirth. Manufactured by Aluflex, Switzerland, circa 1950. Metal and plywood. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent w...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Armin Wirth Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Swiss Stackable Chairs for Aluflex
By Arflex, Armin Wirth
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stackable Aluflex chairs designed by Armin Wirth Manufactured by Aluflex, Switzerland, circa 1950. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservi...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Postmodern "Dr Glob" Chairs by Philippe Starck for Kartell, Italy, 1990
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of iconic Dr Glob chairs. Post modern design rendered in black molded propylene with a grey powder coated steel frame back and legs. Designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell, 1990.
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Grasshopper Chair by Preben Fabricius + Jørgen Kastholm
By Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage grasshopper arm chair by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International. This sculptural lounge features a beautiful patinated leather cushion with channeled d...
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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Tripod Chairs in Steel and Green Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of tripod chairs, steel, green leatherette, iron, Europe, 1960s. Pair of modest tripod chairs in green leatherette. These chairs feature a clear geometrical shape. Note for ex...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

System 1-2-3 Lounge Deluxe by Verner Panton with Dark Brown Leather
By Verner Panton
Located in Tucson, AZ
Beautiful and comfortable Verner Panton System 1-2-3 Lounge Deluxe manufactured by VerPan International in Denmark. Covered in its original, soft dark chocolate brown leather with de...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mario Marenco for Poltrona Frau Set of Six 'Movie' Dining Chairs
By Poltrona Frau, Mario Marenco
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Marenco for Poltrona Frau, set of six armchairs model 'Movie', metal and leather, Italy, 1984. Set of six of Italian armchairs in a bright color combination. The seat are padd...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather
By Fabiaan Van Severen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997 Distinct set of dining chairs by Belgium designer Fabiaan Van Severen. Created in 1997, this design f...
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1990s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Mid-Century Design Medea Chair by Vittorio Nobili for Tagliabue Brothers
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian iconic mid century design single "Medea" chair. This fantastic chair is made of bent oak wood and black metal legs. Designed by Vittorio Nobili for the Tagliabue Brothers in ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

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20th Century Metal Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 20th century metal chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern 20th century metal chairs are consistently popular styles. Many 20th century metal chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Knoll, Charles and Ray Eames and Herman Miller produced popular 20th century metal chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are 20th Century Metal Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $147,711 highest priced.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.