Modern Butterfly Chairs
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s European Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Linen, Mahogany
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Wingback Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Rustic Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1940s English Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Wingback Chairs
Steel
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Beech, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Indian Post-Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s Italian Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
20th Century Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Early 2000s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Textile, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Fabric, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Textile, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Pine
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Velvet, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Bouclé, Beech
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- 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.
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether 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, 2022The 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, 2024Whether 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, 2022Butterfly 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.
- Who made the butterfly chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antonio 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2023Some 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.
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