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Rare Mid-Century Modern Butterfly chair by Inge & Luciano Rubino, 1963
By Sorø Stolefabrik, Inge & Luciano Rubino
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Mid-Century Modern Butterfly chair by Inge & Luciano Rubino, 1963 This chair was designed in
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Modern Leather Butterfly Hanging Swing Chair
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
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Iron Butterfly Chair
Located in Wilmington, DE
Midcentury Danish modern welded iron butterfly chair Offered is a welded iron 'Butterfly' chair
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Wingback Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
In the style of Paolo Buffa, this 1950;s butterfly wing back chair has been restored and newly
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Vintage 1950s European Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Modern Genuine Leather Butterfly Hanging Swing Chair
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
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Leather ButterFLY Swing Chair in Brown
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
Category

2010s South African Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Take on the Butterfly Chair - Now Hanging Chair
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 Rustic Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1940's Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Wingback Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
These butterfly wing backs are just gorgeous. Each chair represents a truly novel twist on the
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Vintage 1940s English Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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

Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Lounge Chair in Peacock Blue Velvet
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering a newly restored Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Lounge Chair, circa 1960, in peacock blue
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Leather Butterfly child Chairs
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New York, NY
Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy pair of leather butterfly chairs.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

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 Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Lounge Chair in Mohair, circa 1960s
Located in Westport, CT
the arms, now fully restored by the skilled craftsmen at Stamford Modern. This beautiful chair is a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Sculptural "Butterfly" Chair by Eva & Nils Koppel, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Eva & Niels Koppel
Located in Odense, DK
back resembles a butterfly and gives the chair its unique and stunning expression. A highlight of early
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Wool

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair
Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair
H 26.75 in W 25.25 in D 28 in
Dead Stock Solid Iron Butterfly Canvas Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Butterfly canvas chairs made of solid iron and canvas fabric. For indoor and outdoor use, these
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Torbjorn Afdal Butterfly Chairs, 1950s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bjarne Hansen
Located in Culver City, CA
Extremely rare "Butterfly" easy chairs designed by Torbjørn Afdal in 1957. Produced by Bjarne
Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

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
Category

2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Steel

Two Knoll Butterfly Chairs in Cognac Leather
By Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic Knoll butterfly chairs, sold individually or as a pair, suitable for interior or exterior
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Yellow Tufted Naugahyde Swivel Butterfly Club Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern yellow button tufted Naugahyde swivel butterfly club lounge chair. Item
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Butterfly Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Butterfly chair by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 82.5 cm Materials: Solid
Category

2010s Indian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Butterfly Chair by Esvee Atelier
Set of 2 Butterfly Chair by Esvee Atelier
H 32.49 in W 20.87 in D 21.66 in
Corte Green Ferns and Butterflies Dining Chair
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing the Corte Chair with cane seat, a beautiful blend of Venetian arts and modern design
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Corte Green Ferns and Butterflies Dining Chair
Corte Green Ferns and Butterflies Dining Chair
H 42.92 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in
Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

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
Signed Pedro Friedeberg Butterfly Chair an Exceptional Example
By Pedro Friedeberg
Located in Kansas City, MO
Authentic, signed hand-painted and gold leafed Pedro Friedeberg butterfly chair in excellent
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Six Light Cream Boucle 'Butterfly' Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of six beautiful chairs called "butterfly" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture industry
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Oiled Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Lacquered Beech
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Peony Cotton, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Bouclé, Beech

Iron Frame Butterfly Chair Frames, A Pair
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy
Located in Garnerville, NY
A very good and early pair of iron frame butterfly sling chairs. The original design dates to the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

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
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

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

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Light Creme Boucle, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Fabric, Beech

Set of Six Dark Gray Boucle 'Butterfly' Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of six beautiful chairs called "butterfly" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture industry
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pineapple Vegan Leather, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Butterfly chair in pine and leather Sweden 1960
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful Butterfly chair in dark brown stained pine and leather made in Sweden in 1960. Though we
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Butterfly chair in pine and leather Sweden 1960
Butterfly chair in pine and leather Sweden 1960
H 36.62 in W 37.01 in D 38.19 in
Four Mid-Century Dark Gray Boucle Butterfly Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Velvet

Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly chairs Artifort Netherlands 1963
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Striking pair of model F675 chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, The
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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

Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Scarabeo Velvet, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Chair with Yellow 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.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

Pair of BKF Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Natural Canvas
By Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
BKF Hardoy butterfly chairs for Knoll. Dynamic Classic form, for indoor or outdoor use. New canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eight Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Fandango Jacquard, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Linen, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Pink Fandango Jacquard, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Pair of BKF Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Cobalt Blue
By Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
BKF Hardoy butterfly chairs for Knoll. Dynamic classic form, for indoor or outdoor use. New canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Ten 'Butterfly' Chairs in Plywood
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 'Butterfly' or 3107 chairs, plywood, steel, Denmark, design 1955
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

20th Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

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
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

20th Century Light Crème Boucle Walnut Wood Butterfly Chair, Europe, 1960.
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood in walnut color. Chair is after a complete
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

20th Century Light Crème Boucle Oak Wood Butterfly Chair, Europe, 1960
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood in medium oak color. Chair is after a
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Beech

Set of Twelve 20th Century Cream Boucle Butterfly Chairs, 1960s, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chairs are after a complete upholstery
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Bouclé, Beech

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Modern Butterfly Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of modern butterfly chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and animal skin, all modern butterfly chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 295 antique and vintage modern butterfly chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 15 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Modern butterfly chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern modern butterfly chairs are consistently popular styles. Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Knoll and Arne Jacobsen each produced beautiful modern butterfly chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Modern Butterfly Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,317, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $21,760 highest priced.
Questions About Modern Butterfly Chairs
  • 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
    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, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.