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Four Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Swirl Craft of Sun Valley
By Swirl Craft
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome set of four wrought iron and upholstered dining chairs in a Hollywood Regency styling by Swirl Craft of Sun Valley, California. This set is in very good vintage condition wi...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Three Strap Iron Garden Suite
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of Three Strap Iron Garden Suite. Set consists of small love seat and 2 armchairs. All are in old paint and show signs of rust. At your expense we can have the set sand blasted a...
Category

Early 20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Iron

Stool/Bench Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Woven Textile Fringe Tassel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 1 - WHITE J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition o...
Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Iron, Steel

Pair of Conference Chairs by Eero Saarinen, Knoll International, 1960
By Eero Saarinen
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Pair of so-called "Conference" Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International dating from the 1960s. Original upholstery fabric in good condition and not stained. Original black lac...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Furniture Sculptura 7 Piece Set
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
Add some Mid-Century charm to your patio with this vintage seven-piece wrought iron lounge set from Woodard. The set includes a round table with a 48-inch diameter and six chairs, ea...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

John Risley Style Postmodern Wrought Iron Face Bar Stools - Set of 4
By John Risley
Located in Elkton, MD
A set of 4 wrought iron barstools with round metal seats and figurative backs in the shape of a face.
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Frederic Weinberg Wicker and Iron Chairs 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Wicker and Iron Chair by Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
H 33.47 in W 20.48 in D 20.87 in
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair, circa 1890. Here we present a rare American cast iron dentist chair circa 1890. We have had this restored at great expense...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Modern “Sculptura” Wrought Iron Chairs After Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in west palm beach, FL
Capture the essence of mid-century modern Americana with this pair of Vintage MCM Russell Woodard 'Sculptura' Wrought Iron Chairs. Iconic in their design, these chairs showcase the e...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Outdoor Chairs
By Brown Jordan, Mario Papperzini, Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Available now for your enjoyment and ready to ship is a Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Lounge Chairs attributed to Mario Papperzini This lovely Wrought Iron Pair of Arm Chairs are the p...
Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Frederic Weinberg Wicker, Wrought Iron and Brass Chairs, USA 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of Mid-Century Modern chairs designed by Frederic Weinberg, the renowned US designer. Chairs are made of wrought iron and wicker, with brass detai...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

hand crafted outsider art steampunk pipe chair with wood seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron pipe and wood chair with low back made in California. Steampunk, one of a kind. (see other post for sibling chair)
Category

20th Century American Steampunk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 6 Plywood and Iron Chairs in the Manner of Bruce Gueswel
Located in Nashville, TN
Set of 6 plywood and iron post-modern industrial style dining height chairs in the manner of Bruce Gueswel. Minor scratches and fading consistent with age. Some light rust present on...
Category

1990s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

tall hand crafted outsider art steampunk pipe chair with wood seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron pipe and wood chair with low back made in California. Steampunk, one of a kind. (see other post for sibling chair)
Category

20th Century American Steampunk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Arthur Umanoff chair with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and iron legs. Metal frame in a vintage adobe finish. Rare design. Floating seat. Good vintage condition....
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Chair
Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Chair
H 28 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Vintage 1970's Brutalist Leather Bar Stool After Ilana Goor - a Pair
By Ilana Goor
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage bar stool done in the manner of Ilana Goor. The bar stools are in a brutalist style with bent rebar and leather seating. Acquired at a Palm Beach estate.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Salterini Ribbon Wrought Iron Chairs - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM wrought iron slipper chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group. Unmarked. The classic ribbon style in a clean and modern shape. Acquired from a Palm B...
Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Wrought Iron Peacock Chairs - a Pair
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A striking pair of vintage MCM outdoor wrought iron peacock chairs. Made by the iconic John a Salterini. Unmarked. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pr. Decorative Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Chairs by Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of decorative garden, patio, poolside chairs in wrought iron and metal mesh. The chairs are in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consis...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Chair After Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in west palm beach, FL
An exceptional vintage Boho outdoor lounge chairs. Done in the manner of Eileen Gray. A whimsical wrought iron frame with a channel tufted cushion. Perfect indoors our out. You decid...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Group of Cafe Chairs from Old Time Saratoga NY Adelphi Hotel
Located in New York, NY
46 ice cream style cafe chairs, originally from the landmark Adelphi Hotel in Saratoga NY. Hand-wrought iron frame with upholstered pad seat, seats show some wear, normal and consist...
Category

Early 20th Century American Romantic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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 very good vintage condition with a nice patina. and measures 16"W x 29"D x 36"H. #332...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Chairs attributed to Robert Wood Foundry (Pair)
By Wood & Perot Ornamental Iron Works, Robert Wood (American)
Located in Carmel, NY
Perfect for your garden and fantastic garden parties all summer long. Heavy cast iron neoclassic garden set. Lyre-back splat with cabriole legs and foliate scrolls Unsigned, but attr...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Iron

Allan Gould String Chair
By Allan Gould
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unveil the timeless allure of mid-century modern design with our meticulously restored Allan Gould Sting Chair from the 1950s. A true gem for aficionados of vintage furniture, this i...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Allan Gould String Chair
Allan Gould String Chair
H 31.25 in W 16 in D 20 in
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair Offered is a Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair in the styl...
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Woodard Orleans Wrought Iron Bounce Rocker Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
1940s Woodard Orleans pattern bounce rocker chair. Original verdigris powder coated finish. Seat without cushions, 12.5" H. Chair is stamped Woodard on the seat, as shown in photos.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs Offered is a Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair in...
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Umanoff for Shaver & Howard Wicker & Iron Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Southampton, NJ
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Iron & woven rattan side or occasional chair newly upholstered in vintage Robert Allen Design Zircon Cayenne textured woven fabric. Comfortable, stur...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Antique Theater Seats
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique Cast Iron & Wood Theater Seats Overall Dimensions: 42 1/2" x 20" x 32 1/4" high Seat Height: 17 1/2" Materials: Plywood & Cast Iron
Category

Early 20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Antique Theater Seats
Antique Theater Seats
H 32.25 in W 42.5 in D 20 in
Pair Mid Century Spring Chairs by Troy Sunshade After Francois Carre C 1940/1950
By Troy Sunshade Company, Francois A. Carre
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of vintage spring chairs, designed by Francois Carre, made by The Troy Sunshade Company c 1930/1940's. The original Carre version of this chair was made in France, T...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Salterini Ribbon Wrought Iron Chairs - Set of 2
By Salterini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM wrought iron slipper chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group. Unmarked. The classic ribbon style in a clean and modern shape. Acquired from a Palm B...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Vintage Iron Cantilevered Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Vintage Iron Cantilevered Chairs with mesh seats and slat backs. Please contact us for competitive shipping quotes.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springers B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs Offered is a Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair in...
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

1950s Pair Mid Century Patinated Wrought Iron Garden Chairs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1950's Mid Century Wrought Iron Garden Chairs. Patinated Black, worn paint mostly on one chair. Lovely set which could be used on the porch, in the garden, many places.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs C
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs Offered is a set of 4 Mid-Century Modern outdoor arm chairs in the style of Salterini(circa 1960's). Features enam...
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, F
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Each Wrought Iron Counter Stool has a unique composition wrought into the backrest. There are six shapes to choose from each with an upholstered seat cushion and removable back cushi...
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, F
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, F
H 38.38 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, A
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Each Wrought Iron Counter Stool has a unique composition wrought into the backrest. There are six shapes to choose from each with an upholstered seat cushion and removable back cushi...
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, A
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, A
H 38.38 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Mid-20th C. Modern American Egg Shaped Acrylic Purple Chair with Iron Legs
By Thor Larsen
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern/Space Age american egg shaped acrylic purple chair with iron legs By: Thor Larsen (in the style of) Material: metal, iron, synthetic, acrylic, plastic, Techn...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Space Age Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, D
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Each Wrought Iron Counter Stool has a unique composition wrought into the backrest. There are six shapes to choose from each with an upholstered seat cushion and removable back cushi...
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, D
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, D
H 38.38 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, C
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Each Wrought Iron Counter Stool has a unique composition wrought into the backrest. There are six shapes to choose from each with an upholstered seat cushion and removable back cushi...
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, C
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, C
H 38.38 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, B
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Each Wrought Iron Counter Stool has a unique composition wrought into the backrest. There are six shapes to choose from each with an upholstered seat cushion and removable back cushi...
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, B
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, B
H 38.38 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, E
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Each Wrought Iron Counter Stool has a unique composition wrought into the backrest. There are six shapes to choose from each with an upholstered seat cushion and removable back cushi...
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, E
Anna Karlin Wrought Iron Counter Stool, E
H 38.38 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Vintage Modernist Hand Forged Iron Accent Chair Newly Upholstered in Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modernist Hand Forged Iron Accent Chair Newly Upholstered in Holly Hunt Dewpoint Leather The Vintage Modernist Hand Forged Iron Accent Chair, newly upholstered in Holly Hun...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

1 of 2 Deposit for Tamara Meadow Interiors
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
ONE OF TWO DEPOSIT FOR Tamara Meadow Interiors HORSECHAIR NO. 2 J.M. Szymanski d. 2021 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to cr...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

1970s Slope Wrought Iron and Steel Mesh Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By BoConcept
Located in Germantown, MD
Comfortable, close to maintenance-free and with a style punch to accompany it, this BoConcept Style outdoor furniture is the perfect setting for great outdoor moments. With a light, ...
Category

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

Materials

Iron, Wire

Pair of Mid Century Sling Lounge Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Mid Century Sling Lounge Chairs, circa 1970s. Iron frame with connecting rods finished with gilt ribbed bronze ball finials. Each chair has simulated black leather seats. The...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

White Fertility Chair
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Fertility Chair, initially conceived by Leonardo Floresvillar in 2019 and crafted from galvanized aluminum coated with matte electrostatic paint, is a durable seating item with an in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

White Fertility Chair
White Fertility Chair
H 31 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in
Another White Chair
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Another Chair, initially conceived by Leonardo Floresvillar in 2016 and crafted from galvanized aluminum coated with matte electrostatic paint, is a durable seating item with an indu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Another White Chair
Another White Chair
H 31 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in
Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Chair LAX on X Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gorgeous early Eames for Herman Miller fiberglass chair LAX (Low Armchair on X Base) having large shock mounts and flat edge shell. All original and structurally sound. Elephant hide...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Butterfly Chair with Yellow Canvass Sling
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
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

Pair of Leather and Brass Campaign Chairs for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of glamorous leather and aged brass campaign chairs from a Steve Chase designed estate. Constructed of iron with off white textures lacquered, lite mocha brown leather and age...
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Fertility Chair
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Fertility Chair, initially conceived by Leonardo Floresvillar in 2019 and crafted from galvanized aluminum coated with matte electrostatic paint, is a durable seating item with an in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Fertility Chair
Fertility Chair
H 31 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in
Another Chair
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Another Chair, initially conceived by Leonardo Floresvillar in 2016 and crafted from galvanized aluminum coated with matte electrostatic paint, is a durable seating item with an indu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Another Chair
Another Chair
H 31 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in
Arm Chair Shearling/ COM Modern Contemporary Blackened Steel Waxed
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
CHAIR NO. 2 J.M. Szymanski d. 2023 Did you count sheep as a child to fall asleep? We introduce you to one of these sheep. Hand craved iron is combined with plush shearling to creat...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Iconic Mid Century Fiberglass Wingback Chair by Peabody for Selig, circa 1950s
By Lawrence Peabody, Selig
Located in New York, NY
Iconic fiberglass and wrought iron modernist reinterpretation of the classic wing chair form, designed by Lawerence Peabody, manufactured by Selig, circa 1950's. This example is i...
Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

American Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron & Solid Birch Seats Dining Chairs Mint
By Arthur Umanoff, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Mid-Century Modern wrought iron & solid birch seats dining chairs mint!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Swirl Wrought Iron Accent Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho side chairs. A chic metal construction in a charming swirl design. Perfect indoors our outside. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron and Metal Mesh Garden Side, Dining Chair by Salterini, C 1950s
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought iron garden, patio, poolside dining chair by Salterini. The chair is structurally, sound and sturdy, free of breaks, bends, damage or repairs. The paint finish shows ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Pair of Lee Woodard Allegro Mid-Century Modern 1950s Iron and Wood Side Chairs
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Mid-Century Modern, circa early 1950s Allegro chairs by Lee Woodard. This pair of sturdy wood and iron chairs is supremely comfortable and exhibits all of the hallmarks of ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

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North American Iron Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of north american iron chairs for sale on 1stDibs. We have 529 antique and vintage north american iron chairs in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. North american iron chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. North american iron chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Industrial hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. John Salterini, Russell Woodard and Paul McCobb each produced beautiful north american iron chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are North American Iron Chairs?

Prices for north american iron chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, north american iron chairs begin at $175 and can go as high as $37,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.

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.