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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

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

1 Vintage Walnut Johnson Furniture Dining Chair
By Johnson Chair Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage dining chairs by Johnson Chair Co Chicago reminiscent of Jens Risom design with solid walnut wood frame construction. Johnson Chair Co is the company that made chairs for Th...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

PVC, Walnut

Eero Saarinen Tulip Armchairs for Knoll, 1960
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Early pair of tulip dining arm chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, circa 1960. Cushions upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen velvet with new foam.         
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Tulip Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Classic Tulip dining chairs designed in 1956 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. A defining accomplishment of modern design and a timeless addition to your home—a true Classic....
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Black Cushioned Dining Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 4 Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin armchairs. A wonderful set of whimsically patterned armchairs. These chairs are finished with a playful pattern with a black/grey/purple/bl...
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20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Polyester, Wood

Herman Miller Chairs Alexander Girard Miller Stripe
By Alexander Girard, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Post Modern Herman Miller Chairs with gorgeous Alexander Girard Miller Stripe fabric. Added bonus is that these can stack. Up to 3 available Arm H 25'' ask for custom shipping quote
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Executive Chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Charles Pollock for Knoll office desk chair featuring brown leather upholstery. When you think of the perfect Pollock chair this one probably comes to mind. This executive office cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

"Oscar" Minimalist Chair in Solid Wood with Leather or Fabric
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
When she created Oscar chair, Alessandra Delgado was inspired by the master architect Oscar Niemeyer´s work. The Oscar chair is made of solid wood and although very sturdy it is ligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Canvas, Velvet, Polyester

Robert Van Horn Lucite Ribbon Chair & Ottoman
By Robert Van Horn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Chair & Ottoman Are In Overall Good Condition There Are Minor Scratches On The Lucite Consistent With Age Newly Upholstered Cushion & Ottoman Chair Is Hand Signed With Patent ...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous set was acquired from an original owner who bought the set of six chairs in 1968 from Knoll and I have a copy of the receipts. The chairs are covered in the original re...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Saarinen Executive Side Chair with Fiberglass Back by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This vintage Knoll Associates executive side chair, designed by the renowned Eero Saarinen, features a distinctive fiberglass back that exudes mid-century modern charm. Reimagined wi...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Karl Springer, Chinese Curved Back Chair, USA, c. 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in East Hampton, NY
This documented rare chair by Karl Springer, found in his catalogue of original creations, is made of chrome-plated steel, brass and lucite. The seat cushion is upholstered in a fine...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace the spirit of American folk art with this unique Vintage Chair crafted from found objects. Each piece tells a story, blending whimsy and heritage in a one-of-a-kind creation....
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Metal

Verner Panton S Chairs
By Herman Miller
Located in London, GB
Set of 6 Verner Panton chairs in white lacquered molded ABS. Publisher's imprint under the seat. Herman Miller edition for Fehlbaum 1971 (except one from 1973). Bibliography: Peter...
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Verner Panton S Chairs
Verner Panton S Chairs
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Steelcase i2i Ergonomic Dual Swivel Graphite Lounge Chair with Writing Tablet
By Steelcase
Located in Miami, FL
Steelcase i2i Ergonomic Dual Swivel Graphite Lounge Chair with Writing Tablet The Modern i2i lounge chair is very comfortable and well designed, Feature independently dual swivel me...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Yellow Fiberglass Shell Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Yellow Fiberglass Shell Chair The chair measures: 24.75 wide x 22 deep x 31.25 high, with a seat height of 18 inches and arm height of 26 inche...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Rare Translucent Molded Side Chair
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Rare Translucent Molded Side Chair
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Rare Translucent Molded Side Chair
Rare Translucent Molded Side Chair
H 29.14 in W 14.18 in D 19.69 in
Herman Miller Eames Armchair on Low Lounge Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Amazing color on this Eames fiberglass armshell for Herman Miller. Beautiful orange tone contrasts nicely against black lounge height base. No cracks or major wear. Even color throug...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four 1960s Miller-Style Tulip Dining Chairs with New Black Vinyl Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time and bring classic style to your dining room with our set of four 1960s Miller-style dining chairs. Each chair in this collection boasts a distinctively modern aesth...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell Chair
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Seating: Ray and Charles Eames Padded Chair for Herman Miller Own a piece of design history with this iconic mid-century modern chair, designed by legendary duo Ray and Charl...
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20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Metal

6 Eames for Herman Miller DSS Stackable Naugahyde Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Sold as a group of 6. We have 20 individual chairs available. Contact us if you need a custom quantity. Eames stackable fiberglass shell chairs with original brown naugahyde pads. T...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of six dining chairs, model '72', chrome-plated steel, fiberglass, fabric, United States, design 1948, produced 1970s Dining chairs mode...
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Eero Aarnio Inspired Ball Chair
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating t...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plastic, Acrylic

Mid Century 70s Iconic "Acton Stacker" Turquoise Textile, Chrome Chairs-Set of 5
By Hugh Acton
Located in Madison, WI
1970s Set of 5 Hugh Acton Early Acton Stacker chairs. In good vintage condition, upholstered in original 1970s textured textile. In a superb vintage and rare turquoise color that PO...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Oval Fiberglass Chair
Located in Alpha, NJ
This is a mid century fiberglass chair- this condition is in overall good condition, with scattered resin drop from prior owners use. Can be cleaned and restored.
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Mid-20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Oval Fiberglass Chair
Mid Century Oval Fiberglass Chair
H 34 in W 21.25 in D 15 in
Herman Miller Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair - Set of 12
By Herman Miller
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible set of 12 vintage MCM swivel chairs. Made by the iconic Herman Miller and tagged on the bottom. The coveted Aluminum swivel chair with a faux leather seat. A variety of...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Richard Schultz Mid-century Fiberglass Swivel Chair
By Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Knoll Richard Schultz Mid-century Fiberglass Swivel Chair Offered for sale is a Knoll Associates fiberglass swivel chair with upholstered seat cushions. The chair consists of a fibe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Lucite Chairs by Herb Rittz, c1970
By Herb Ritts, 1952-2002
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the extraordinary elegance of this rare collection – a set of high-back lucite dining chairs crafted by the iconic Ritts Co. of Los Angeles. Originating from the Ritts store...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Lucite

Mid-Century Oak 916-CC Captains Chair by Adrian Pearsall, USA, c. 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Model 916-CC Captain's Chair is the epitome of functional art. Visually stunning and audacious in shape and materials used t...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Oak

Eero Saarinen Knoll Studio Set of Four (4) Mid Century Classic Tulip Armchairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A superb set of four (4) swivel armchairs of recent vintage, made by KnollStudio. Tagged under seat cushion. Metal labels underneath base. Dimensions: H 32" x W 26" x D 24" x SH 19" ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Set of 4 Signed Vladimir Kagan Channeled "Clos" Chairs in Holly Hunt Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This rare and stunning set of four "Clos" dining/ game table chairs were realized by Vladimir Kagan- one of the most celebrated designers of the 20th century- in the United States, c...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Emeco 111 Navy Counter Stool in Persimmon by Coca-Cola
By Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The 111 Navy Collection is a story of innovation, turning waste plastic into something that lasts. Each stool is made of 150 recycled PET bottles. Like the original 111 Navy chair, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Plastic

Mid Century Modern Early Eames DAX Armed Shell Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Early Eames DAX Armed Shell Chair Fiberglass in good condition and structurally sound. Some slight discoloration but overall above average vintage condition. Add...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of Four Vintage Eames Chairs Contractor Swivel Base for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Set of four Eames chairs contractor swivel base for Herman Miller in their original condition, the fabric is a little discolored in some but it is the original, one chair is missing ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames For Knoll Four Molded White Plastic Chairs with Eiffel Tower Bases
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Essex, MA
Eames for Knoll molded white plastic chairs with iconic stainless steel Eiffel Tour bases. Marked Eames for Knoll A more compact yet exceedingly versatile seating option, the Eames®...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Eames Orange Red Molded Plastic Side Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in San Gabriel, CA
31¼" high x 18" wide x 21½" deep x 17¼" seat height Manufacturers details: Charles and Ray Eames adapted molding techniques developed during World War II to produce their classic s...
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2010s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Paul McCobb set of Four Fiberglass Origami Gray Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Rare and wonderful 1950s set of four stackable fiberglass gray chairs know as Origami Chairs. Designed by Paul McCobb for St John Seating Corporation, USA.. McCobb designed these mol...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Original Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1960s molded fiberglass side shell chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Gleaming shells are in original condition, each with a distinct thready texture...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Lucite & Brass Vanity Chair by Hill Manufacturing, USA 1960's
By Hill Manufacturing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Lucite & Brass Vanity Chair by Hill Manufacturing, a timeless piece from the USA's iconic 1960s era. Crafted with unparalleled elegance, this chair effortl...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th C. Modern American Egg Shaped Acrylic Purple Chair with Iron Legs
By Thor Larsen
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern/Space Age american egg shaped acrylic purple chair with iron legs By: Thor Larsen (in the style of) Material: metal, iron, synthetic, acrylic, plastic, Techn...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Stylish Lucite Armchair in the Style of Charles Hollis Jones
By Hill Manufacturing, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in New York, NY
Chic voguish style Lucite armchairon wheel coaster feet. Nice thick Lucite frame supports upholstered seat and backrest. The upholstery shows wear and flaws, the backrest cushion is ...
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

EC-127 Dining Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These original EC-127 padded DCM Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller chairs have been given new life by a master upholsterer. Wrapped in a burgundy mohair, and finished with a black le...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

EC-127 Dining Chair
EC-127 Dining Chair
H 30.5 in W 2 in D 21 in
American modern swivel chairs Hudson brushed aluminum by Starck for Emeco, 2000
By Emeco, Philippe Starck
Located in MIlano, IT
American modern swivel chairs Hudson brushed aluminum by Starck for Emeco, 2000 Set of four chairs mod. Hudson entirely in brushed aluminum. The backrest and seat are slightly shaped...
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Early 2000s American Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Michael Coffey "Encounter" Coffee Table
By Michael Coffey
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Michael Coffey, known for his sculptural designs, often draws inspiration from organic forms, geometric shapes, and the interplay of materials. The "Encounter" coffee table reflects ...
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass, Wood

Pair of Cerused Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Carved Armchairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful pair of carved faux bamboo cerused easy chairs in the Chinese Chippendale style having Chinese inspired floral upholstery. In excellent condition having no damage and fre...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Faux Bamboo, Foam, Polyester, Mahogany

Set 4 Space Age Lucite Swivel Dining / Lounge Chairs , manner of Laverne
By Erwine & Estelle Laverne
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set 4 Space Age Lucite Swivel Dining / Lounge Chairs , manner of Erwine & Estelle Laverne.. Extremely comfortable,, Lucite shell tops in nice original condition,, minor scratches to ...
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970s 33m Grey Chairs by Richard Ogg for Emeco
By Emeco
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1970s 33m chairs by Richard Ogg for Emeco. Perforated plastic. Good condition with some wear to plastic and chrome. Six available and sold individually.
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eames Contract Base Desk Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Dronten, NL
Swiveling parchment fiberglass side chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Original desirable 1960s version with seat pad with brown fabric, easy to reupholster w...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Contract Base Desk Chair
Eames Contract Base Desk Chair
H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in
Pace Collection Lucite Waterfall Chairs with Blue Upholstery
By Pace Collection
Located in New York, NY
Ten Pace collection waterfall dining chairs with a blue microfiber upholstered seats and rounded Lucite arms and legs with brass fittings.
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of 'Tulip' Dining Chairs in Black Fiberglass
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 'Tulip' pair of fixed dining chairs, model 151C, fiberglass, aluminum, fabric, United States, design 1955-57, production 1950s/1960s This pair of dining cha...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Chair and Ottoman by D.I.A 'Design Institute Of America'
Located in Paris, ON
Made in the 1980s, This chair is rare and comfortable. Made with a stylish minimal striped fabric, this chair can mesh perfectly within any space.
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Polyester

Set of 4 Ray & Charles Eames Fiberglass Side Chairs Herman Miller / Vitra, 1960s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Set of four multicoloured side chairs by Charles and Ray Eames. The chairs have been produced by Herman Miller/Vitra in the 1960s and show a beautiful fiberglass structure. The shell...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Eames for Herman Miller Black Shell Side Chairs Pr
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern shell side or dining chairs on Eiffel bases, black seats, maker's marks on bottoms. Provenance: Property from the Estate of a Brook...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Plastic

Set of Six Vintage Eames for Herman Miller Stacking DSS Chairs in Tweed Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in New York, NY
Set of six stacking DSS chairs, designed by Eames, for Herman Miller, having beige/ clay colored tweed upholstery, dark gray fiberglass shells, and metal legs. All are in very good...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Upholstery, Fiberglass

Zenith Charles Eames DAR Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Zenith, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Zenith Charles Eames DAR Fiberglass Shell Chairs – Iconic Design, Unmatched Comfort The Zenith Charles Eames DAR Fiberglass Shell Chairs are a testament to the timel...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

American Antique Barber Chair by Eugene Berninghaus Co.
Located in Miami, FL
American Antique Barber chair by Eugene Berninghaus Co. Offered for sale is an antique early 20th -century barber chair made by the Eugene Berninghaus Co.. Named to be the first bar...
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Early 20th Century American Chairs

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Metal

Restored Mastercraft Mid-Century Brass Side Chairs with Beige Wool Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance of our Mastercraft mid-century modern brass side chairs, expertly restored to their original splendor. Crafted with robust brass frames that have been freshly p...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Brass

1950s 3 Outdoor Faux Bamboo Patio Chair made of Thick Casted Aluminium , USA
By Sika Design, John Salterini, Russell Woodard
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
3 Faux bamboo patio chair made of thick casted aluminium with thick rubber strap in very good condition . Prime quality material , well made sturdy contruction with fine detail...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Aluminum

Set of 8 Max Stacker Conference / Office Chairs by Steelcase Strafor, Usa 1980's
By Steelcase
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Original MAX STACKER Conference / Office Chair set of 8 by Steelcase Strafor Edition, made in the USA 1970's / 80's. Yellow plastic seat and back on chrome metal frame. All c...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

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American Plastic Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of american plastic chairs available on 1stDibs. Find 1039 antique and vintage american plastic chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 123 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. American plastic chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency american plastic chairs are consistently popular styles. Some american plastic chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller american plastic chairs, measuring 1 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many american plastic chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Emeco produced popular american plastic chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are American Plastic Chairs?

American plastic chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,216, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $34,516.

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. 

Questions About American Plastic Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A common plastic used in chairs is thermoplastic polypropylene injected into a mold. Because of its strength and durability, thermoplastic polypropylene is a great material and it doesn't present the risk of breaking or a furnishing losing its shape. This type of plastic is good for chairs that might undergo heavy wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The world first saw plastic lawn chairs in 1965. Designed by Joe Colombo, the chair was called the Universale, and was defined by its blocky appearance. Find a variety of styles of plastic lawn chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of the first places to check when determining the authenticity of your Eames chair, is the underside. Nearly all chairs were marked or labeled. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.