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Designer Modern Walnut and Greek Key Upholstered Side or Desk Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish contemporary designer side or desk chair with a nod to the klismos design having superb
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Contemporary Chair "Ferramenta" 'Tool' by Brazilian Designer Leo Capote
By Léo Capote
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary chair "Ferramenta" (tool) by Brazilian designer Leo Capote. This one of a kind piece
Category
2010s Brazilian Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in
Contemporary "Ella" Chair in Wood by Brazilian Designer Henrique Canella
By Henrique Canella
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
This sculptural chair designed by Brazilian designer Henrique Canella consists of a structure in
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.32 in W 30.71 in D 24.02 in
Contemporary Dining Chair Fabric Wooden Feet Designer Sergio Prieto Dovain Studi
By Sergio Prieto
Located in Lisbon, PT
The Yves chair is a piece created by the prestigious Spanish designer Sergio Prieto for Dovain
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 35 in W 20 in D 21 in
"Logan" Contemporary Lounge Chair by Brazilian Designer Flavio Franco
By Flavio Franco
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This lounge chair was made by Flavio Franco, one the best known Brazilian contemporary designers
Category
2010s Brazilian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 31.5 in W 29.53 in D 26.38 in
Nude on Red Chair, Benjamin Casiano, 2015
By Benjamin Casiano
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original, contemporary painting by artist Benjamin Casiano. By Virtue of his academic training at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Acrylic
Contemporary Deco Henri Armchair in Designers Guild Velvet with Walnut feet
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
. Shown here: upholstered in Designers Guild Varese ‘Linen’ cotton velvet. Feet in natural oiled walnut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
H 35.44 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary One-of-a-Kind Nathalie Guez “Scorpio” Designer Upholstered Chair
By Natalie Guez
Located in Montreal, QC
pieces do. A mix of contemporary aesthetics and traditional theme for today’s Lifestyle. The chrome
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 55 in W 37 in D 32 in
Contemporary 3x4 Stainless Steel chair by Brazilian Designer Rodrigo Ohtake, 1/4
By Rodrigo Ohtake
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
3x4 lounge chair by Rodrigo Ohtake 1/4 limited edition.
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28.35 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Contemporary Wooden Chair 'Stilt', Cuoio
By Amura
Located in Paris, FR
Wooden Chair 'Stilt', Cuoio & Wood
Designer Stefano Grassi
Height: 75 cm
Width: 61,5 cm
Depth: 60
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Yves Dining Chair Fabric Wooden Feet Designer Sergio Prieto Dovain Studio
By Sergio Prieto
Located in Lisbon, PT
The Yves chair is a piece created by the prestigious Spanish designer Sergio Prieto for Dovain
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary Chair 'Marques' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair Marques by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Contemporary Chair 'Marquez' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair Marquez by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar / Burnt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Contemporary Chair 'Dagon' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair DAGON by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar / Burnt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Contemporary Chair 'Dagon' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair DAGON by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar / Burnt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Designer, French Canvas Webbed Lounge Chairs - 1960s France
Located in Round Rock, TX
Beautiful lounge chairs - France mid 20th century. Made from teak, woven webbing and brass tacks
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Counter Chair 'Gropius CS2' by Noom, Wooden Legs, Black
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
Counter Chair Gropius CS2
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Model in the main picture wool, Synergy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wood
H 34.65 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Contemporary Wooden Chair 'Stilt', Cuoio Leather
By Amura
Located in Paris, FR
Wooden Chair 'Stilt', Cuoio & Wood
Designer Stefano Grassi
Height: 75 cm
Width: 49 cm
Depth: 49
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sculpted Indoor Contemporary Chair by FAINA
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Indoor Contemporary Chair by FAINA
Design: Victoria Yakusha
Material: steel, flax rubber
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Geometric Chair 'Abraxas' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair Abraxas by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Contemporary Geometric Chair 'Olta' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair Olta by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar / Burnt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Orange Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Outdoor contemporary chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
White Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Outdoor contemporary chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sculpted Indoor Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted indoor contemporary chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Red Sculpted Contemporary Chair by FAINA
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Outdoor contemporary chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Blue Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted outdoor Contemporary chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Geometric Chair 'Abraxas' by Carmworks
By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez
Located in Paris, FR
Dining chair Abraxas by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks)
Solid oak or cedar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cedar
Orange Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Indoor contemporary chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
White Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
White sculpted contemporary chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Green Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Green Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax rubber
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Red Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Red sculpted contemporary chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel, flax rubber
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Blue Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue sculpted contemporary chair by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax rubber
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Green Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Green sculpted contemporary chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Beige Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted contemporary colored chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax rubber
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sculpted Contemporary Colored Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted contemporary colored chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Argentine Rosewood and Leather Side Chair from Costantini, Renzo
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Renzo chair features a solid Argentine Rosewood frame with a slatted back and a gently curving
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 34 in W 18 in D 19 in
Contemporary Pair of Christian Astuguevieille Moisart Chairs
By Christian Astuguevieille
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing a striking pair of Contemporary Moisart chairs by the renowned designer Christian
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Hemp, Cord, Raffia, Rope
Contemporary Deep Buttoned Tux Chair in Straw Cotton Velvet with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Tux Chair is our contemporary interpretation of the Classic Chesterfield. The deep buttoning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
H 28.75 in W 34.65 in D 33.47 in
Contemporary Wooden Black Chair 'Stilt', Cuoio Leather
By Amura
Located in Paris, FR
Wooden Chair 'Stilt', Cuoio & Wood
Designer Stefano Grassi
Height: 75 cm
Width: 49 cm
Depth: 49
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Isabella Channelled Slipper Chair in Red Velvet with Legs in Walnut
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella slipper chair is one of our signature pieces. The exquisite tailored fluting and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Contemporary Clay Dining Chair by Maarten Baas
By Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
give the chairs a naïve and spontaneous finish.
Maarten Baas is a Dutch designer, who graduated from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Recycled Plastic Chair by James Shaw
By James Shaw
Located in London, GB
49cm
Designed and made by James Shaw, the renowned English contemporary designer and maker, the chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
White Sculpted Indoor Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
White sculpted indoor contemporary chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sky Blue Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sky blue Indoor sculpted contemporary chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Green Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor Green Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina.
Design: Victoriya Yakusha.
Material: steel
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Red Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor red sculpted contemporary chair by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Beige Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor sculpted contemporary colored chair by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Green Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor Green sculpted contemporary chair by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Beige Sculpted Contemporary Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted Contemporary colored chair by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel, flax rubber
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Sculpted Contemporary Colored Chair by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Outdoor Sculpted contemporary colored chair by FAINA
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Material: steel
Category
2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Corner Lounge Chair in Raw Waxed Steel
Located in London, GB
upon request
The studio encourages designers to get in touch about producing site-specific pieces. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Dining Chair 'Fluffy' by Noom, Gropius CS1
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Gropius CS1 Fluffy Edition
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova, 2024
Materials: wood, plywood, foam
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Faux Fur
Contemporary Dining Chair 'Fluffy' by Noom, Gropius CS1
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Gropius CS1 Fluffy Edition
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova, 2024
Materials: wood, plywood, foam
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Fur
Contemporary Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom, Red Velvet
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Gropius CS1
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova for Noom
Dimensions:
Height: 74 cm / 29,13 in
Width
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Contemporary Wooden Chair 'Gropius CS2' by Noom, White
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Gropius CS2
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Model in the main picture Savoy FR, Arco Rohi Aqua
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wood
Flow Chair Gold Cloud Contemporary and Chair Made in Italy by LapiegaWD
By LapiegaWD, Enrico Girotti
Located in Verona, IT
creating a support for the back.
Flow chair or sculpture, design by Enrico Girotti, is the soul of wire
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Showtime chair by Jaime Hayon contemporary office or dining chair black stained
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, ES
A new version of the Showtime chair by Jaime Hayon which does not make the original design obsolete
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Other
H 33.86 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Lukas Saint-Joigny, Throne Chair Grey/Blue, Paris, 2020, Contemporary Chair
By Lukas Saint-Joigy
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lukas Saint-Joigny
Throne chair
From the “Ore” series
Manufactured by Lukas Saint-Joigny
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Materials
Resin
H 53.15 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Contemporary Japanese Inspired Wood Hallway Statement Sculptural Chair
Located in Madrid, ES
"Cloister Chair" by Yuki Gray
Ed of 2
Ed. 1 of 2
32” x 21” x 19”
Ash, birch
The chair is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Birch
"Nanda" Chair, By Marcelo Magalhães, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Marcelo Magalhães
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
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Marcelo Magalhães is a Brazilian designer living in São Paulo. Prominent in the Brazilian contemporary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
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Contemporary Designer Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of contemporary designer chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all contemporary designer chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 1 antique and vintage contemporary designer chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Contemporary designer chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of contemporary designer chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern and Industrial contemporary designer chairs are of considerable interest. Contemporary designer chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Rodrigo Simão, Léo Capote and Flavio Franco are consistently popular.
How Much are Contemporary Designer Chairs?
Prices for contemporary designer chairs start at $995 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $4,400.
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.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
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.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Contemporary Designer Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the coconut chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed Paimio Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Transat chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio 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.
- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Who designed the Bird chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC1 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the venerated Swiss-born architect-designer known as Le Corbusier, and collaborators Pierre Jeanneret (Le Corbusier’s cousin) and Charlotte Perriand designed the LC1 chair in the late 1920s. Its unique design allows the backrest to move as you shift positions, allowing the chair to deliver optimal support. The LC1 was part of a series that saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. Find a range of Le Corbusier chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who designed LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret designed the LC2 chair, also known as the Cassina armchair. Their design debuted at the 1927 Autumn Salon in Paris, France. On 1st 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Le Corbusier chairs.
- Who designed the LCW chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed airport chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.
- Who designed the MR chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The LC2 chair was designed by Le Corbusier in collaboration with Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret. The chair was released to the public in 1928 and remains popular to this day. Shop a collection of Le Corbusier’s designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the clam chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed the Eames chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Marcel Breuer designed several chairs. One of his best-known pieces is the Wassily lounge chair made of tubular steel and leather straps. Breuer named the chair after the artist Wassily Kandinsky. Among the designer's other notable chairs are the Cesca chair, the B35 lounge chair and the S 35. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Marcel Breuer chairs.
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