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Modern Maia Dining Chairs, Blue Italian Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Maia Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, The Maia leather dining chair takes it...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal

Fever Chair (In Stock)
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Emotion rushes in, you feel your temperature rising, and there’s Fever. At first glance a lovely slipper chair, then your eyes lock and her rolling curves pull you in. Whether you wa...
Category

2010s Portuguese Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Lacquer

Fever Chair (In Stock)
Fever Chair (In Stock)
H 41 in W 24 in D 40 in
Louise Bar Chair with Taupe Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bloom Armchair (In Stock)
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Wrap yourself in a soft flower petal and revel in the fluidity of graceful lines gently curving around your body. A fresh new take on femininity, the Bloom chair was inspired by the ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Bloom Armchair (In Stock)
Bloom Armchair (In Stock)
H 33 in W 35 in D 30 in
Louise Bar Chair with Sage Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Moss" Fabric and Polished Stainless Steel
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Moss" Fabric and Brushed Stainless Steel
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Afternoon Sculptural Chair with Large Back by Lara Bohinc Pink Boucle Fabric
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Afternoon chair has the majesty of a throne, with the huge circular backrest that reaches out and upwards, its legs curve to join the seat at angles. The chair is completely upholste...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Contemporary Classic Chair Miami, Black, Brass Details, Soft Blue and Green
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
The iconic Miami chair combines clean lines with soft upholstery resulting in an effortless modern Classic that is perfectly proportioned. This versatile chair features enriching br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Contemporary Classic Green Counter Chair Miami Soft Upholstery and Brass Details
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
The iconic Miami counter chair combines clean lines with soft upholstery resulting in an effortless modern Classic that is perfectly proportioned. This versatile chair features enri...
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Chair with Taupe Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Chair with Taupe Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modern Maia Dining Chairs, White HOLLY HUNT, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Maia chair, Contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Maia dining chair takes its name f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Mint Grace Armchair by Royal Stranger
By Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Mint Grace armchair by Royal Stranger Dimensions: 96 x 70 x 70 cm Materials: Mint velvet with polished brass Available in: Mint green, light pink, Royal green, Royal red A ro...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mint Grace Armchair by Royal Stranger
Mint Grace Armchair by Royal Stranger
H 37.8 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Grace Armchair by Royal Stranger
By Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Grace armchair by Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 70 x D 70 x H 96 cm Materials: Bouclé effect, polished brass Color: Grey. A round and soft shaped sofa with an elegant touch of g...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Grace Armchair by Royal Stranger
Grace Armchair by Royal Stranger
H 37.8 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
INVICTA II dining chair with brass rear leg
Located in Frazão, Porto
The INVICTA II dining chair has an exclusive and impressive design, with just one leg in the back, it brings sophistication to all dining room.‎‎ It is entirely upholstered in fabric...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron, Stainless Steel

INVICTA II dining chair with brass rear leg
INVICTA II dining chair with brass rear leg
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 25.6 in
Trevor Sculptural Dining Chair Mint Green Frame and Wool by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Trevor dining chair makes a perfect accompaniment for the tea room, its round spheres forming backrest and armrests, floating on thin metal rods, just like bonbons speared on cocktai...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Estelle Dining Chair (In Stock)
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Perfectly tailored and draped as a delicate Kimono would wrap a woman, the Estelle dining chair brings statement design to any dining room. Upholster it in your favorite color to coo...
Category

2010s Portuguese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Estelle Dining Chair (In Stock)
Estelle Dining Chair (In Stock)
H 39 in W 25 in D 23 in
Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Papyrus" Fabric and Brushed Stainless Steel
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

INVICTA dining chair with one back foot in Solid Wood
Located in Frazão, Porto
The INVICTA dining chair is a unique piece, and the impressive design with just one leg in the back, in solid wood, will make the dining room a sophisticated decor. Upholstered in fa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Angel Swivel Bar Stool Brass Cotton Velvet
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Beautiful California-born Angel Tompkins started her career out as a model before attempting an on-camera career in the late 60s. Angel made her major film debut as a seductive blond...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Golden Outdoor Hanging Chair with Stainless Steel Frame and Luxury Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nodo hanging armchair The most luxurious and sophisticated outdoor furniture piece that will assure elegance and a comfortable space to enjoy some relaxing time outdoors. Looks per...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Perspective II Dining Chair, COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Our perception of space is influenced by perspective. The Perspective II dining chair is an exercise that gathers both two and three dimensions in one single object. As if we were lo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Fried Egg Three Tone Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Papyrus" Fabric and Polished Stainless Steel
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Perspective Dining Chair, COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Our perception of space is influenced by perspective. The Perspective dining chair is an exercise that gathers both two and three dimensions in one single object. As if we were looki...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Contemporary Minimal Pink Velvet Dining Chair with Polished Brass Structure
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Mantis chair is a luxurious dining chair expressed by a combination of unique materials. A modern dining chair is a perfect option for a modern or classic dining room design. Mate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Derrière Chair by Lara Bohinc, Pink Fabric, Organic Shape, Armchair
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Part of the Peaches collection, the Derriere armchair conveys aspects of the female figure. The pieces are composed of a wood structure made up of 6 symmetrical pieces with the addit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

21st Century Katharina Bar Chair Cotton Velvet Brass
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Known for her fierce independence and spirited personality, Katharine Hepburn was the leading star of Hollywood for 60 years. In addition to being brilliant on the screen, she was al...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

AUREA Dining Chair in Blue Velvet
Located in Frazão, Porto
Sophisticated design, very comfortable and well balanced piece. The AUREA dining chair’s back is highlighted by a delicated quilting in diamond’s shape and the lined legs settles on ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

AUREA Dining Chair in Blue Velvet
AUREA Dining Chair in Blue Velvet
H 36.23 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
DOOQ Bar Chair with Soft Light Blue Fabric and Brass Footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the Space Age, a new kind of discreet luxury and comfort inspired by a futuristic era created by new visual experiences and concep...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Fried Egg Chair Sheep Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

Contemporary classic blue green Counter Chair Miami Soft Upholstery and Brass
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
The iconic Miami counter chair combines clean lines with soft upholstery resulting in an effortless modern Classic that is perfectly proportioned. This versatile chair features enric...
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Modern Fur Pixie Chair by Circu Magical Furniture
By Circu
Located in New York, NY
Pixie chair was inspired by the iconic fairy Tinker Bell and is here to add more magic to your kid's room design. The kid's chair is a comfortable seating option for your girl's room...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Synthetic, Faux Fur, Acrylic

Dwell Lounge Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
The Dwell lounge chair is a beautiful design element in itself, and just as elegant as part of a bigger conversation grouping: for example, accompanied by the sofa in the same timele...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

Sleek Moisture-Resistant Leather and Stainless Steel Outdoor Bar Chair
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nero, bar chair Contemporary outdoor dining chair made with structure: Legs white matte powder coated stainless steel, metallic details in copper-plated stainless steel, Upholstery:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

21st Century Oceano Armchair by Rob Pennino and Joe Fentress
Located in Dubai, AE
Behspoke presents the limited Oceano armchair collection. Behspoke partnered with the canada-based contemporary artist Rob Pennino and Joe Fentress Studio, to create a limited edi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

21st Century Weensquirm Bench by Alex Brokamp and Madsteez
Located in Dubai, AE
Inspired by creepy crawlers, the WEENsquirm Bench is a bold seating element that provides a large wavey upholstered surface. The unconventional seating features organic form with met...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Glass

Apollo Dining Chair, Dark Brass Frame and Ivory Boucle by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Apollo dining chair creates its own graceful simplicity, by presenting its fine metal loops outwards at each side, rather than to the front. The structural loops are configured t...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Fried Egg Monochrome Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried Egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

White Blue Outdoor Hanging Chair with Stainless Steel and Golden Finish
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nodo Hanging Armchair The most luxurious and sophisticated outdoor furniture piece that will assure elegance and a comfortable space to enjoy some relaxing time outdoors. Looks per...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bar Chair Miami with Soft Blue and Green Upholstery, Black base, Brass Details
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
The iconic Miami bar chair combines clean lines with soft upholstery resulting in an effortless modern Classic that is perfectly proportioned. This versatile chair features enriching...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

ROWLING dining chair with diamond quilting
Located in Frazão, Porto
Rowling is a chair entirely upholstered in fabric, equipped with an enveloping backrest that in the back has an elegant diamond quilting.‎ This chair is also available in leather, ec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

ROWLING dining chair with diamond quilting
ROWLING dining chair with diamond quilting
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 26.78 in
Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in White Lacquered Inox and Bouclé Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Perspective II Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Our perception of space is influenced by perspective. The Perspective II dining chair is an exercise that gathers both two and three dimensions in one single object. As if we were l...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Outdoor Hanging Chair with Dedar Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nodo Hanging Armchair The most luxurious and sophisticated outdoor furniture piece that will not only assure elegance but also a comfortable space to enjoy some relaxing time outdo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Saturn Pouffe Large, Bronze Steel, Ivory Boucle Stool by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn pouffe utilises the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The sumptuously undulati...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

VENTURA dining chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
VENTURA is a classic chair by Casa Magna, characterized by the enveloping backrest and the elegant contrasting piping that runs along the entire backrest.‎ Ventura is the perfect ch...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

VENTURA dining chair
VENTURA dining chair
H 37.01 in W 25.6 in D 23.23 in
Saturn Pouffe Small, Bronze Oxidized Steel Ivory Boucle, by Lara Bohinc in stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn pouffe utilizes the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The sumptuously undulati...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Perspective Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Our perception of space is influenced by perspective. The Perspective dining chair is an exercise that gathers both two and three dimensions in one single object. As if we were look...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in Polished Brass and Green Velvet Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in Polished Brass and Olive Colour Velvet
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Contemporary Outdoor Chair with Weatherproof Materials
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable, outdoor hanging armchair The whole design of this beautiful outdoor hanging armchair was developed according to the following structure: -Suspension: Outdoor leather straps;...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in White Lacquered Inox and Linen Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Clarice Dining Chair with Matte Lacquered Feet
Located in Frazão, Porto
Comfortable and elegant chair for a nice dining room decor. Shown upholstered with Resistence 03 and matte lacquered feet.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Fabric

Clarice Dining Chair with Matte Lacquered Feet
Clarice Dining Chair with Matte Lacquered Feet
H 34.65 in W 20.48 in D 25.2 in
Croix Chair
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Delicate seaming in diagonal shapes throughout Croix upholstered back contrast with the smooth seating. Stylish and elegant, this armchair is extremely comfortable in its’ perfect fi...
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Croix Chair
Croix Chair
H 33.86 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Croix Chair Brass
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Delicate seaming in diagonal shapes throughout Croix upholstered back contrast with the smooth seating. Stylish and elegant, this armchair is extremely comfortable in its’ perfect fi...
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Croix Chair Brass
Croix Chair Brass
H 33.86 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Saturn Pouffe Small, Brushed Brass Frame and Petrol Blue Wool by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn pouffe utilizes the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The sumptuously undulati...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Sculptural Limited Edition Chair designed in 2009 by Toni Grilo for Riluc
By Riluc
Located in Porto, PT
Opulent object with soft contours. The reinterpretation of stainless steel masterfully shaped by hand, expresses the value of exceptional craftsmanship and celebrates the magnificenc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Futurist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Riluc, Line Chair, Hand Polished Stainless Steel designed in 2010 by Toni Grilo
By Riluc
Located in Porto, PT
Line is entirely made of stainless steel. The strong presence of her, simultaneously elegant and daring curves makes this chair a recognizable luxury icon. The chair became a sculptu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Gray Portuguese Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of gray portuguese chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique gray portuguese chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and brass. Modern, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern gray portuguese chairs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made gray portuguese chairs over the years, but those made by Koket, Lara Bohinc and Bessa are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Gray Portuguese Chairs?

Prices for gray portuguese chairs start at $709 and top out at $38,122 with the average selling for $3,419.

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.