Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?

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.

What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?

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.

Modern European Chairs

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern "Oyster" Chairs, Europe ca 1950s

H 28.15 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in

European Mid-Century Modern Accent Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

chairs’ tactile details add a soft artistic element that is essential to mid-century European design

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Accent Chairs, Europe, 1960s

H 28.35 in W 27.37 in D 26.38 in

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

-century modern” will come up on practically any furniture retailer’s search pane despite the fact that

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair, Europe 1950s

H 30.71 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in

European Modern Dining Chairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

A stunning embodiment of sophistication and modern design. Crafted from high-quality solid oak

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

European Modern Dining Chairs

H 35.5 in W 19.5 in D 22 in

European Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe, circa 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Mid-Century Modern, a design movement devoted to timeless functionalism established itself in the

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe, circa 1950s

H 34.65 in W 31.5 in D 34.26 in

Mid-Century Modern Northern Europe Red Wooden Chair, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Mid-Century Modern northern Europe Red wooden chair, 1960s Chair in beech solid wood painted in

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Northern Europe Red Wooden Chair, 1960s

H 34.26 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Mid-Century Modern European Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

artistry of the European cabinetmakers who defined mid-20th century modern seating. This duo is of the

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Alpaca, Wood

Mid-Century Modern European Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Europe 1950s

H 32.68 in W 32.68 in D 34.26 in

Pair European Brevets Steel Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Simple but stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern European steel chairs with a gray green colored back

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20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Pair European Brevets Steel Mid-Century Modern Chairs

H 32.35 in W 17.125 in D 19.625 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair, Europe 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Slipper chairs received their name during the Victorian era, when they were used to comfortably

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair, Europe 20th Century

H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 22.25 in

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs with Tapered Legs, Europe circa 1950

Located in Utrecht, NL

Europe. This pair of mid-century chairs revolves around high-quality materials, comfort, and the mastery

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs with Tapered Legs, Europe circa 1950

H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 31.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Strongly influenced by the functional forms of the Bauhaus school in Germany, European mid-century

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

H 37.41 in W 31.5 in D 37.01 in

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Bouclé with Oak Legs, Europe 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

modernism that captivated the essence of the era's design trends. These lounge chairs, mixing classic

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Bouclé with Oak Legs, Europe 1960s

H 32.09 in W 29.14 in D 31.11 in

1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - newly upholstered - Height of seat 44 cm.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe

H 34.26 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in

European Oak Deck Chair with Adjustable Backs, Europe ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This so-called “deck or cruise chair” is not only visually arresting, but also interesting thanks

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Oak Deck Chair with Adjustable Backs, Europe ca 1960s

H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 34.26 in

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This elegant winged lounge chair is a great representation of the quality and craftsmanship of mid

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

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Fabric, Wood

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s

H 35.04 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in

European Easy Chairs in Lush Shearling, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

material familiarity of highly skilled craftsmen. These chairs in many ways transcend the word ‘modern

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

European Easy Chairs in Lush Shearling, Europe 1950s

H 29.93 in W 29.53 in D 32.09 in

Modern Eleanor Dining Chairs, Jacquard Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Eleanor Chair, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Leather, Oak, Beech, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric

Modern Eleanor Dining Chairs, Jacquard Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

H 29.53 in W 24.81 in D 22.45 in

Modern Margot Dining Chairs, Black Leather Grey, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Margot Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Margot leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Beech, Leather, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric

Modern Margot Dining Chairs, Black Leather Grey, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 24.41 in

Modern Margot Dining Chair, Brown Leather Camel, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Margot Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Margot leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Leather, Beech, Velvet, Bouclé, Fabric

Modern Margot Dining Chair, Brown Leather Camel, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 24.41 in

Mid-Century Modern Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

artistry of the European cabinetmakers who defined mid-20th century modern seating. This duo is of the

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Alpaca

Mid-Century Modern Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Europe ca 1950s

H 27.76 in W 31.11 in D 31.5 in

Modern De Castro Dining Chair, Dark Blue, Velvet Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

De Castro Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The De Castro

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Ebony, Beech

Modern De Castro Dining Chair, Dark Blue, Velvet Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

H 38.98 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in

Modern De Castro Dining Chairs, Camel Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

De Castro Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The De Castro

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern De Castro Dining Chairs, Camel Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

H 34.65 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in

Small Wood and Wicker Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe, Ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

become sought-after works again in the 21st century. This solid wood and wicker chair is a beautiful

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Small Wood and Wicker Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe, Ca 1950s

H 23.43 in W 17.52 in D 15.75 in

European Cabinetmaker Chairs Upholstered in Bouclé, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

centre of the look, which further adds to the modern edge. In general, qualities of European modern

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Cabinetmaker Chairs Upholstered in Bouclé, Europe ca 1950s

H 34.45 in W 27.17 in D 27.37 in

Mid-Century Modern Wood Lounge Chair with Upholstered Cushions, Europe 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

There is a clear decorative feel to this lounge chair with indulgent shaping and a sophisticated

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Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Cowhide, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wood Lounge Chair with Upholstered Cushions, Europe 1940s

H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 33.08 in

European Easy Chairs Upholstered in Wool, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

pair of easy chairs were created during this period of creative overflow, with a typically European mid

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wood, Wool

European Easy Chairs Upholstered in Wool, Europe ca 1950s

H 29.93 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

Located in High Point, NC

Step back in time with this authentic 20th Century Central European chair, a piece that brings the

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20th Century European Chairs

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Metal

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

H 24.6 in W 17.2 in D 16 in

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

Located in High Point, NC

Step back in time with this authentic 20th Century Central European chair, a piece that brings the

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20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Metal

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

H 25.4 in W 16.8 in D 16 in

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

Located in High Point, NC

Step back in time with this authentic 20th Century Central European chair, a piece that brings the

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20th Century European Chairs

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Metal

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

H 21.8 in W 16 in D 14.4 in

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

Located in High Point, NC

European Metal & Wooden Chair. This singular piece showcases the art of timeless craftsmanship, featuring a

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20th Century European Chairs

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Metal

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

H 26.9 in W 14 in D 15.6 in

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

Located in High Point, NC

European Metal & Wooden Chair. This singular piece showcases the art of timeless craftsmanship, featuring a

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20th Century European Chairs

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Metal

20th Century Central European Metal & Wooden Chair

H 32.4 in W 16.4 in D 17.9 in

European Oak Panelled Box Chair in Sheepskin, Europe, 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

While dating from the 1940s, this chair has an entirely unique look that cannot be pinned to a

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Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Oak Panelled Box Chair in Sheepskin, Europe, 1940s

H 26.78 in W 30.91 in D 28.75 in

European Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Wooden Legs, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

cosy modern style, modelled on the European furniture of the 19th century, including the round edges

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

European Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Wooden Legs, Europe ca 1950s

H 33.27 in W 31.5 in D 30.32 in

Wood and Cognac Leather "Spanish Chairs", Europe, 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This pair of chairs might seem bold and rugged at first glance, however, at closer inspection, it

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Wood and Cognac Leather "Spanish Chairs", Europe, 1960s

H 27.76 in W 25.6 in D 23.63 in

Mid-Century Sculpted Castle Chairs, Europe Ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Mid-Century Modern furniture have been mainly designed for the urban home in mind. With sleek

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Mid-Century Sculpted Castle Chairs, Europe Ca 1960s

H 43.31 in W 26.58 in D 35.24 in

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Linen Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Linen Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Among the many excellent European Mid-Century Modern designs, some were well-known for their flair

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s

H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 27.37 in

Gregg Fleishman Prototype European Cutout Plywood "Lumbarest" or Puzzle Chair

By Gregg Fleishman

Located in Brussels , BE

Gregg Fleishman Prototype European cutout plywood "Lumbarest" or Puzzle chair, from the 1970's.

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Vintage 1970s European Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Gregg Fleishman Prototype European Cutout Plywood "Lumbarest" or Puzzle Chair

H 42.13 in W 20.48 in D 23.63 in

Rustic European Cabinetmaker Oak Dining Chairs, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

this set of four, as each chair is unique and together, they form a gorgeous, rustic set. European

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Rustic European Cabinetmaker Oak Dining Chairs, Europe ca 1950s

H 34.45 in W 16.93 in D 16.34 in

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

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe

H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

Gray Boucle 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Gray Boucle 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Sculptural Patinated Oak Spinning Chair, Europe Ca Early 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

The ‘spinning chair’, this historic type of seating has had numerous modern interpretations across

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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Sculptural Patinated Oak Spinning Chair, Europe Ca Early 20th Century

H 38.59 in W 14.57 in D 18.9 in

Greenapple Chair, Ellipse Chair, Set 6 Chairs, Blue-Grey, Handmade in Portugal

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

Set of 6 Ellipse chairs, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Greenapple Chair, Ellipse Chair, Set 6 Chairs, Blue-Grey, Handmade in Portugal

H 40.16 in W 20.48 in D 23.23 in

Wood Turned Chairs with Woven Rush Seats, Europe Ca 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

new forms, and techniques. At the same time, especially in Europe, the modernist design movement was

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Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Wood Turned Chairs with Woven Rush Seats, Europe Ca 1940s

H 33.47 in W 18.31 in D 16.15 in

Rustic Solid Pine Chairs with Carved Backs, Europe early 20th century

Located in Utrecht, NL

chairs tell a story of craftsmanship, history, and the timeless appeal of rustic beauty. These chairs

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Early 20th Century European Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rustic Solid Pine Chairs with Carved Backs, Europe early 20th century

H 28.15 in W 17.72 in D 14.97 in

Set of Sculptural European Dining Chairs, Europe late 20th century

Located in Utrecht, NL

The artistic flair is apparent with this set of four dining chairs. The design uses elements of

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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Sculptural European Dining Chairs, Europe late 20th century

H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 20.67 in

Set of 6 Iron European Stackable Chairs

Located in Malibu, CA

Trendy set of six stackable cafe/bistro chairs. Restored to a smooth satin white finish. The chairs

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

Set of 6 Iron European Stackable Chairs

H 34 in W 14 in D 17 in

Vintage Orange Heart Velvet Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Beech

Vintage Orange Heart Velvet Chair, Europe, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Midcentury Light Bouclé Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Unique and beautiful chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Midcentury Light Bouclé Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Midcentury Dining Chair in Beige, Europe, 1960s

By Rajmund Hałas

Located in WARSZAWA, 14

Unique chair manufactured in Poland in the 1960s, designed by Rajmund Halas. The upholstery is

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Beech

Midcentury Dining Chair in Beige, Europe, 1960s

H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Midcentury Pink Bouclé 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Midcentury Pink Bouclé 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Twelve Light Boucle Heart Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A set of 12 chairs type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena

Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Twelve Light Boucle Heart Chairs, Europe, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Dark Green Velvet 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Dark Green Velvet 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Upholstered Lounge Chair with Metal Legs, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This individualistic chair possesses a look that is eternally relevant regardless of current trends

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Upholstered Lounge Chair with Metal Legs, Europe 1950s

H 32.68 in W 32.29 in D 30.32 in

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At 1stDibs, there are several options of modern European chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and animal skin, all modern European chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 903 antique and vintage modern European chairs in-stock, while there are 196 modern editions to choose from as well. Modern European chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern modern European chairs are consistently popular styles. Modern European chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa and Arne Jacobsen are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,959, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $162,266 highest priced.

Questions About Modern European Chairs

Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?
1 Answer
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.
What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
1 Answer
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.

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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.

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