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Vintage Set 3107 Butterfly Chairs Design Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful set of matte black butterfly chairs (Butterfly Chairs) or Series 7 / 3107 by Arne
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Black Butterfly Armchair By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Bunnik, NL
Black Butterfly chair with armrests by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen , Series 7 Chair, now known
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

BKF Butterfly Chair by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, 1960s incl. Sheepskin
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in The Hague, NL
This black 'butterfly' chair was designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy in 1938 and was produced in the
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Butterfly Chair with Black Canvass Sling
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury butterfly chair with yellow canvas sling seat. Clean, ready to use condition. Please
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Midcentury Red and Black Vinyl Butterfly Lounge Chair
Located in Berkeley, CA
Originally designed in 1938, the butterfly chair has endured as a sought after element for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Handcrafted Solid Oak wood Black Butterfly Study/Dining/Side chair with Brass
By Esvee
Located in Hyderabad, TG
A Solid wood chair crafted for comfort and a timeless aesthetic, the BUTTERFLY chair design is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Original Mid-Century Black Iron Leather Butterfly Chair Beautiful Patina
By Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Original mid-century black Iron leather butterfly chair beautiful Patina. All original chair the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Black Contemporary solid wood Butterfly Oak dining chairs with brass
By Esvee
Located in Hyderabad, TG
A set of 4 black solid Oak wood chairs crafted for comfort and a timeless aesthetic, the BUTTERFLY
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black
By Knoll
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Vintage BKF Hardoy “Butterfly Chairs” for knoll. Mid 20th century manufacture (1950-1970s) notice
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

MCM Leather and Iron Butterfly Chair
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and comfortable MCM leather and iron butterfly chair, circa 1960s. The piece is in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Modern Black Leather ButterFLY Hanging Swing Chair with Red Detail
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The timeless Butterfly Chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its
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2010s South African Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Steel

Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm. Materials
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2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerard van den Berg butterfly chair for Montis, 1980 black
By Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Gerard van den Berg butterfly chair for Montis, 1980 black Butterfly armchair was designed in the
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gerard van den Berg butterfly chair for Montis, 1980 black
Gerard van den Berg butterfly chair for Montis, 1980 black
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H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 33.08 in
Hanging Leather Butterfly Chair Swing
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The timeless Butterfly Chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its
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2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Steel

Gerard Van Den Berg Butterfly Chairs
By Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Denton, TX
Gerard Van Den Berg butterfly chairs with plum crazy leather that rest upon a black mesh and chrome
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20th Century Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Gerard Van Den Berg Butterfly Chairs
Gerard Van Den Berg Butterfly Chairs
H 29 in W 41.5 in D 37.5 in
Pair Of Butterfly Chairs for Knoll
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Pair of Leather Butterfly Chairs,BKF Chairs for Knoll, designed by Bonet,Kurchan and
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Mid-20th Century German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair Of Butterfly Chairs for Knoll
Pair Of Butterfly Chairs for Knoll
H 35.83 in W 30.32 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Vintage Faux Green Leather Butterfly Lounge Chair w/ Black Frame
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy attributed butterfly lounge chair with black enameled metal wire
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wire

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Butterfly in black faux leather by Arne Jacobsen by Fritz Hanssen. This chair has a beautiful elegant design
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Yellow Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Cowhide F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Izegem, VWV
The F675 als known as the Butterfly Chair was designed by Pierre Paulin in 1963 and manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Paulin F675 “Butterfly” Chair by Artifort, Netherlands 1960
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An iconic “Butterfly” lounge chair, model F675, designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chairs by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chairs by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm
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2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Original Cognac Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with tan leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rare Mid-Century Modern Butterfly chair by Inge & Luciano Rubino, 1963
By Sorø Stolefabrik, Inge & Luciano Rubino
Located in Berlin, DE
"Butterfly" or Model 329. The chair is made of teak wood, the seat and backrest are upholstered in a black
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with chocolate brown leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Yellow Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Vintage Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Butterfly Chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll, American, circa 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Butterfly Tan Brown Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Butterfly Tan Brown Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm. Materials: Tan
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2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid Century Red Butterfly Canvas and Metal Chair by Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This original vintage mid century modern Knoll (attr.) butterfly chair was originally designed by
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

1960s Inge & Luciano Rubino Butterfly Teak Side Chair by Sorø Stolefabrik
By Sorø Stolefabrik, Inge & Luciano Rubino
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Inge & Luciano Rubino butterfly teak side chair by Sorø Stolefabrik. The rare chair was
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

"Butterfly" Chair designed by Designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, 1960s
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original "Butterfly" chair black lacquered metal and original red leather, suede. Designed by Jorge
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Knoll Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet and Kurchan
By Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1950’s vintage Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet & Kurchan for Knoll
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous C. 1950 vintage black leather Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Auditorium Chairs by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Knebel, DK
Rare auditorium version of the Iconic chair model 3107 / butterfly from the 7 series designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Black Flower 1, unique sculptural chair by Ennio Nonni
By Ennio Nonni
Located in Milan, IT
Black Flower is a made to order sculptural series of chairs designed by Ennio Nonni for
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2010s Chairs

Materials

Iron

Hans J. Wegner Butterfly Easy Chair GE 460 of Oak with Sheepskin by GETAMA, 1990s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Aarhus C, DK
chair is made by Getama A/S in the 1990s. The butterfly chair is made of solid and veneer black
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Black Flower 3 and 6, Sculptural Unique Chairs by Ennio Nonni
By Ennio Nonni
Located in Milan, IT
Black Flower is a made to order sculptural series of chairs designed by Ennio Nonni for
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2010s Chairs

Materials

Iron

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
, tongue chair black lacquered in good condition. Jacobsen has designed a serie of chairs of plywood
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

21st Century Effimera Chair in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
By Gianfranco Ferre Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
linked to the creative heritage of the brand. Effimera chair with structure in metal and foam with Black
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hand-Painted Napoleon III Chairs - France, 1880s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Exquisite pair of ebonized side chairs, hand-painted with a decor of birds, butterflies and foliage
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

I.P.E. Pair of 'Corolla' Modular Lounge Chairs in Geometric Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
I.P.E., pair of lounge chairs, model 'Corolla', fabric, chrome-plated steel, Italy, 1970s A
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Wings of Steel Sculptural Chair, Designed by Laurie Beckerman in 2012
By Laurie Beckerman
Located in New York, NY
The wings of steel chair is fabricated from laser-cut steel and powder coated in a variety of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Gerard Van Den Berg 'Swing Chair' for Montis, 1980s
By Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980s 'Swing Chair' designed by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis. Chrome frame with black leather
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

George Nakashima 'Cushion' Spindleback Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for Nakashima Studio, 'Cushion' lounge chair and ottoman, American black walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Senal SA Sling Swinger Chairs Set of 4
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent set of four rare original Mid-Century Modern Mexican bocote wood and black leather
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The blue velvet
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The dark grey velvet
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

George Nakashima Set of Six 'New' Dining Chairs
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for Nakashima Studio, set of six 'New' dining chairs, American black walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

George Nakashima Set of Six 'New' Dining Chairs
George Nakashima Set of Six 'New' Dining Chairs
H 35.63 in W 18.51 in D 17.52 in
George Nakashima 'New' Dining Chairs in Walnut and Hickory
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, ‘New’ dining chairs, American black walnut, hickory, United States, 1975 With
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

Set of 2 model 3107 dining chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of 2 Butterfly chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Metal frame and black faux leather
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Neoclassical Egyptian Revival Armchair W/ Carved Sphinx Supports, Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
the Grand Tour period in Italy. Featuring an impressive swirled top rail, scalloped butterfly effect
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Antique 19th Century Italian Egyptian Revival Chairs

Materials

Ebony, Walnut, Giltwood

1960, Hardoy, Ferrari, Black Foldable Children Butterfly Chair with Pink Cover
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Foldable child seat with pink cover and black base. Traces of sear like some stains on the cover and the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage BKF Hardoy Butterfly Chair Footstool for Knoll
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage BKF Hardoy butterfly chair footstool for Knoll. Navy blue sling is in excellent new
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair with the original leather is designed by Pierre Paulin and
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

GEORGE SMITH CHELSEA BUTTERFLY BLACK VELVET CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAiR
By George Smith
Located in GB
Smith Chelsea black velvet upholstered Butterfly model armchair RRP £7,000 Please note the delivery fee
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20th Century English Country Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Arthur Espenet Carpenter Roll-Top Desk 1979
By Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Roll-Top Desk 1979, in American black walnut. Features:Inlay rosewood
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Felt, Walnut

F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair designed by Pierre Paulin, manufactured by Artifort, Holland
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mid Century F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning easy chair named "Butterfly" is designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1963. It
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

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Black Butterfly Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the black butterfly chair you’re looking for. Each black butterfly chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer black butterfly chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each black butterfly chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made black butterfly chair over the years, but those crafted by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Pierre Paulin and Artifort are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Black Butterfly Chair?

The average selling price for a black butterfly chair at 1stDibs is $2,150, while they’re typically $346 on the low end and $20,608 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

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Questions About Black Butterfly Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.