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Set of 6 Clifford Pascoe Mid Century Walnut Wrought Iron Dining Chairs
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
perfect fit for various interior styles, from mid-century modern to contemporary and eclectic spaces.
6
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
6 Iron and Rattan Chairs, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These six Brazilian chairs in iron and rattan, that resemble the work of designers Hauner and
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
6 Italian Mid-Century Graceful Iron Chairs Taupe Colored Lacquer Vintage Leather
Located in Salzburg, AT
6 delicate and light-footed midcentury designed chairs.
Cast iron in shiny metallic brown-taupe
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 35.83 in W 15.36 in D 22.05 in
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard MCM Rattan and Iron Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard MCM Rattan and iron dining chairs - set of 6
Each chair
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 26.75 in D 19 in
Set of 6 Spanish Brutalist Heavy Dark Wood, Brown Leather & Iron Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Mid-Century Spanish style Brutalist dining chairs. Leather seat and back rest on heavy
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 41.25 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Mid Century High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Countryside, IL
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard mid century high back dining chairs - Set of 6
Each chair
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 40.25 in W 16.25 in D 19 in
Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Armchairs by Richard McCarthy
By Richard McCarthy
Located in New York, NY
Set of six matching arm dining height chairs designed by Richard McCarthy. Unusually clean, ready
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Gianni Moscatelli Dining Chairs for Formanova, 1968, Set of 6
By Formanova, Gianni Moscatelli
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianni Moscatelli dining chairs for Formanova, faux-fur and iron, Italy, 1968, set of six.
These
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Midcentury Richard McCarthy Cast Iron Outdoor Chairs, Set of 6
By Richard McCarthy
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this nice lot of 6 vintage Richard McCarthy cast iron out door chairs.
Width of
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Dining Chairs and Table by Carlo Ratti, 1950s
By Carlo Ratti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of a table and six Italian dining chairs was designed by Carlo Ratti in the 1950s. Both
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron, Brass
Modern Paul McCobb Arbuck Black Wrought Iron Hairpin Chair 1950s
By Arbuck, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
modern lines. 6 available. Priced per chair. Stackable. Indoor / outdoor. Great lines, sturdy form.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage MCM Rattan and Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous set of 6 vintage MCM outdoor dining chairs. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini for the
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
3100 Ant dining chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 1960s, set of 6
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Stavenisse, NL
A set of well-known and renowned 3100 Ant chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. It concerns a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in
6 Armless Bauhaus Beech Bentwood Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
dining chairs by Falcon Products Inc., set of 6. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are
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Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 18 in D 20.5 in
Modern Set of 4 Dining Chairs with Leather Seats by Torstein Flatøy for Bahus
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and completely original set of four Post Modern design dining chairs.
Norwegain design, Model
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Iron
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H 39.8 in W 18.9 in D 20 in
6 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
chairs by Falcon Products Inc., Set of 6. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Set of 6 plywood chairs, 1950s, Carlo Ratti, Italy, Industria Legni Curvati
By Industria Legni Curvati, Carlo Ratti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of six Italian dining chairs was designed by Carlo Ratti in the 1950s. The seat shell is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 27.56 in W 20.08 in D 18.51 in
Rare Set of 6 Pierre Guariche Tulip (Tulipe) Cast Aluminum Chairs, 1950s, France
By Pierre Guariche, Steiner
Located in London, GB
A rare set of 6 original Pierre Guariche cast aluminum Tulip / Tulipe (sometimes listed as "Tonneau
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
H 28.55 in W 18.51 in D 21.07 in
Paul McCobb Arbuck Wrought Iron Hairpin Chairs Set, 1950s, Indoor Outdoor Patio
By Arbuck, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arbuck Inc of Brooklyn, NY. Black wrought iron hairpin chair, c. 1951. Set of 6. Priced as a single set
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 35 in W 15 in D 18 in
Set of 6 Chairs by Carlo Ratti for Industria Compensati Curvati 50s
By Carlo Ratti
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set di 6 sedie disegnate da Carlo Ratti negli anni 50 per Industria Legni Curvati.
Struttura in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Set of 6 American Mid-Century Tapered Back Wrought Iron Caned Seat Dining / Side
Located in New York, NY
SET of 6 Italian Mid-Century dining / side chairs with wrought iron frames, tapered caned backs
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
H 43.5 in W 15.5 in D 16 in
Set of 6 Bentwood Side Chairs by Societa Compensati Curvati, Italy
Located in Wolfurt, AT
iron frame. All chairs are in beautiful original condition.
Do not hesitate to contact us for further
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Unilabor Chairs MT 552, Geraldo de Barros, 1960s, Brazilian Design
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
This incredible set of six chairs designed by Geraldo de Barros (1923-1998) and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rosewood
H 33.27 in W 16.74 in D 14.57 in
Danny Ho Fong Mid Century Iron and Cane Dining Table with 6 Stools
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Countryside, IL
Danny Ho Fong mid century iron and cane dining table with 6 stools
The dining table measures: 73
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
Romeo Rega Dining Chairs, 1978, Set of 6
By Romeo Rega
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Romeo Rega dining chairs, suede and brier root, 1978, Italy, set of six.
Custom designed for Villa
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Suede
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Stacking Side Chair in Black
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Bend Goods Wire Furniture
A classic wire dining chair, The Stacking Lucy chair combines
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2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Stacking Side Chair in White
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Bend Goods Wire Furniture
A classic wire dining chair, The Stacking Lucy chair combines
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
1990s Borge Lindau Set of 6 Dining Chairs for Bla Station, Sweden
By Borge Lindau, Bla Station
Located in Praha, CZ
- wooden parts have been repolished
- newly upholstered in quality charcoal black color velvet fabric
- labeled by producer
- height of seat 45 cm.
Category
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Stacking Side Chair in Peacock Blue
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Bend Goods wire furniture
A Classic wire dining chair, the stacking Lucy chair combines
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 32 in W 20 in D 15 in
1950s Maison Jansen Swan and Lyre Back Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 Maison Jansen Swan and Lyre Back Chairs. The folding chairs have brass swans to the top on
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Wrough Iron Round White Marble Top Dining Table 6 Chairs w/ Brass Finials Set
By John Salterini
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Outdoor Wrough Iron Round White Marble Top Dining Table 6 Chairs w/ Brass Finials Set MINT!
Table
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Marble, Iron
1950s French Inspired Bronze Iron Dining Table Set Six Chairs Arturo Pani
By Jean Royère, Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
x 59 inches diameter
Set includes 6 dining chairs.
33.25 tall x 20 d x 20.5 w Seat 19.5 h chairs
No
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Furniture
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Salterini Dining Seating Set of 6
Exquisite set of chairs available now and ready for your use and
Category
Early 20th Century Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Set 6 Mid Century Modern El Prado Iron Indoor Outdoor Dining Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of rare El Prado dining chairs in old white paint. High quality iron set with solid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 42 in W 15.75 in D 21 in
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal Wicker and Iron Dining Table and Chairs, ca 1960s
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal Wicker and Iron Dining Table and Chairs, ca 1960s.
Sublime Asian
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
H 26.5 in W 72 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table in Caviuna Hardwood by Carlo Hauner 1950s Brazil
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
as practical as beautiful, these table will look awesome with modern or mid-modern chairs but will
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 30.32 in W 53.15 in D 37.41 in
Mid-20th Century Wengé Dining Table with 8 Matching Chairs Jules Wabbes style
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful large round wenge dining table with 8 matching chairs in the style of Jules WABBES. The
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Iron
H 27.96 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Furniture Seating Chairs with Teak Table
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
Vintage wrought iron patio furniture seating chairs with teak table
No matter what your style
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Patio/Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By John Woodard
Located in Wichita, KS
These beautiful Mid-Century Woodard Sculptura Chairs are hard to find in this quantity and in such
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Woodard Wrought Iron Patio Chairs 6
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
A beautiful set of 6 vintage chairs made from wrought iron, perfect for adding a touch of antique
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
France Table '6 Persons', 4 Chair and 2 Armchairs Year: 1900, Art Nouveau
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Dining table (2 Armchairs and 6 chairs)
Year: 1900
Country: French
Material: golden iron
It is an
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
H 27.37 in W 31.89 in D 51.19 in
Wrought Iron Dining Table Set of 6 Chairs, Russell Woodard attributed
By Russell Woodard
Located in Miami, FL
Wrought Iron Dining Table Set of 6 Chairs, Russell Woodard attributed
Offered for sale is a mid
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Woodard Oversized Table with 4 Rocker Spring Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
Perfect Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Dining Set with Seating for 4-6. Available now and ready to ship for
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Dining Set by Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Dining table and six (6) chairs all with pedestal "tulip" bases. Numerous additional tables and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Iron
Mid 20th Century Vintage Signed Russel Woodard Wrought Iron Table & 6 Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in west palm beach, FL
Indulge in the epitome of mid-century modern outdoor sophistication with this exquisite dining set
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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Homecrest Patio Chairs-A set of 6
By Homecrest
Located in Cumberland, RI
large 60" dining tables. Crafted from sturdy wrought iron, this set of 6 Homecrest patio Chairs is
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Refinished and Upholstered Conversation Set by Woodard Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
your deck, garden, or patio. A coordinating 5 piece dining set is available and sold separately
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
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H 35 in W 72 in D 24 in
Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Seating Set of 6
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Seating A Set of 6 Chairs
Perfect for any dining space to
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Dining Set by Salterini 7 Piece
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Outdoor Patio Barrel
Category
Mid-20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern 6pc. Set Salterini Radar by Maurizio Tempestini C1955
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 6 piece set of "Radar" outdoor patio dining set. Incudes 4 chairs 48" round top table with
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel, Iron
Set of 6 Midcentury Solid Oak Dining Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Roubaix, FR
Set of 6 midcentury solid oak dining room chairs circa 1950 sand natural oak finish.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Paul McCobb Style Dining Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Merced, CA
Iron and glass dining table or desk, after Paul McCobb for Arbuck.
Measures: 29" H x 60" L x
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Salterini Ribbon Dining Set 7-Piece by Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini
Located in Long Island, NY
of Salterini's most popular midcentury patterns. The set is unusual as it has 6 dining chairs and a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Post Modern Wrought Iron Ladderback Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six post modern ladderback dining chairs. Serpentine silhouette. Newly reupholstered in a
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Mid-20th Century North American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage 20th Century Salterini Wrought Iron Ribbon Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible set of six vintage MCM outdoor dining chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 33.25 in W 25 in D 18 in
Platner Chairs Set of 6 Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Platner chairs set of 6 iron and fabric by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s. The armchair, which can
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Mathieu Matégot Cap D’ail Wrought Iron Dining Room Chairs Outdoors
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Miami, FL
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The set contains 6 armchairs in stunning handcrafted wrought iron.
Can be use inside or Outdoors as
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Six Industrial Iron Walnut Dining Chairs
By Arthur Umanoff, Paul McCobb, Glenn of California
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful set of 6 dining chairs. Chairs have an industrial mid-century look to them. Delicate
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Iron & Rattan Set of 6 Chairs, Ficks Reed, 1950s
By Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 indoor / outdoor dining chairs by designer Pipsan Saarinen Swanson for Ficks Reed. Made
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 37 in W 17.25 in D 21.5 in
Up to 10 Mid-Century Chrome Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Maurice Villency, Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Six Mid-Century chrome Milo Baughman dining chairs for Thayer Coggin. These special Mid-Century
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome, Wrought Iron
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6 Iron Mid Modern Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 6 iron mid modern dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 6 iron mid modern dining chairs — often made from metal, iron and wrought iron — can elevate any home. We have 376 antique and vintage 6 iron mid modern dining chairs in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. 6 iron mid modern dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. 6 iron mid modern dining chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. 6 iron mid modern dining chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Arthur Umanoff and Russell Woodard are consistently popular.
How Much are 6 Iron Mid Modern Dining Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $345 on the low end and $49,500 highest priced.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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