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Art Deco French Chair is Beech Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and comfortable Art Deco French chair. Chair has high back and 2 arm supports. Re
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Vintage Art Deco French Chair is Beech Wood
Art Deco French Chair is Beech Wood
H 32 in W 23.5 in D 19.5 in
French Dining Chairs Leather Chambly Vintage by HICKORY CHAIR Co
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 3 Vintage French Provincial
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1980s French Provincial Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Fruitwood, Leather

Vintage French Traineau or Sleigh Dining Chairs, Baumann, France, 60s
By Baumann France
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Set of 4 "traineau" or sleigh chairs by Baumann, France, 60's Iconic chair. Their name comes from
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

Set of 4 Baumann "Argos" Lounge Chairs, France, circa 1980
By Baumann France
Located in San Antonio, TX
French modern design, set of 4 Baumann "Argos" lounge chairs in stained beech with a rounded frame
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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Beech

Pair of Bistro Dining Chairs Baumann France Midcentury, circa 1950
By Baumann France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of midcentury French Bistro dining chairs by Baumann, circa 1950 With original label still
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Beech

1960's French Baumann Bentwood Dove Dining Chair, Set of Eight
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s French Baumann bentwood dove dining chair – set of eight 1960’s French Baumann bentwood
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1960s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Bentwood

Set of six french modernist chairs in Oak
By French House & Garden
Located in Milano, IT
Set of six chairs in Oak with red fabric upholstery. Modernist style, beautiful wood work. Made
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Oak

Vintage Set of six french modernist chairs in Oak
Set of six french modernist chairs in Oak
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Air France – Waiting room chairs – Set of 2 – Bauhaus – 1970s
By Air France
Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB
These chairs have been sitting in a waiting room at Air France in the 1970s. They have a bauhaus
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1970s European Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Aluminum

Four Bistro Dining Chairs Baumann Beech and Skai France Midcentury, circa 1950
By Baumann France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Four midcentury French Bistro dining chairs by Baumann, circa 1950 With original labels and marks
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Beech, Faux Leather

Tacoma Vintage Chair by Baumann Editions
By Baumann France
Located in AIGNAN, FR
"Tacoma" or "Florida" model chair produced by Baumann in the 1960s. Its Scandinavian lines and
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood

Tacoma Vintage Chair by Baumann Editions
Tacoma Vintage Chair by Baumann Editions
H 33.86 in W 16.15 in D 20.28 in
Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' Chair
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark, Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' chair in rosewood.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

France & Søn Mid Century Danish Modern Sigvard Bernadotte "Model 132" ARM CHAIR
By France & Søn
Located in Las Vegas, NV
France & Søn Mid Century Danish Modern Sigvard Bernadotte "Model 132" ARM CHAIR Sigvard Bernadotte
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Teak

12 French 1960s Beech and Naugahyde "Pégase" Chairs by Baumann
By Baumann France, Pierre Guariche
Located in Long Island City, NY
12 French midcentury beech and naugahyde dining chairs attributed to Pierre Guariche, model Pégase
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Naugahyde, Beech

1970s French Plush Polar Bear White Lounge Chairs
By France & Søn
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s French style elegant Pair of Plush Polar Bear off white Lounge Chairs 27.5 H x 40.5 W x 29 D
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by France & Sons
By France & Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vinyl upholstered swiveling side chairs. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Upholstery

Vintage French Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage side chair is from Paris, France, and was made from walnut wood, c. 20th Century. The
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20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Walnut

Vintage French Chair
Vintage French Chair
H 37 in W 17.5 in D 16 in
Inger Klingenberg Model 193 Dining Chairs France & Son Denmark, 1960
By Inger Klingenberg, France & Søn
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
France & Søn, Denmark 1960. The chairs feature a striking sculptural design and solid teak construction
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Grete Jalk model 128 lounge chair France & Son Denmark 1960
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark 1960. This elegant shaped lounge chair is handcrafted in solid teak
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Classic Mid Century Side Chair by French Maker Jomaine Baumann
By Baumann France
Located in New York, NY
Classic mid century side, or dining chair by noted Bench maker Jomaine Baughmann. The chair is in
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood, Upholstery

1960s French Bamboo Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the charm of bygone elegance with our 1960s French Bamboo Chair, a stunning representation
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Bamboo

1960s French Bamboo Chair
1960s French Bamboo Chair
H 23.2 in W 18.1 in D 18.1 in
Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in taranto, IT
Danish collectible chair, model "197", France & Søn production based on a design by Finn Juhl, mid
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1960s Danish Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

French Ladder Back Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rustic French ladder back chair Solid wood chair frames Beautiful wood grain detail and natural
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Rush, Wood

French Ladder Back Chair
French Ladder Back Chair
H 34.25 in Dm 20 in
Finn Juhl, Pair of Teak Easy Chairs, Model Fd138, France & Son, 1959
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Pair of Easy Chairs by Finn Juhl, model FD138 in teak, produced by France & Son, Denmark, circa
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

1940s French Leather Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic pair of 1940s French leather chairs with plank oak armrests. Ornate detailing
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Leather, Oak

1940s French Leather Chairs
1940s French Leather Chairs
H 35 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in
Midcentury French Rattan Chair
By Franco Albini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A midcentury French rattan chair. Circular Silhouette. White paint has chipped and patinaed with
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Mid-20th Century French Rustic Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Rattan

Midcentury French Rattan Chair
Midcentury French Rattan Chair
H 32 in W 32.5 in D 26 in
French Woven Rope Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful carved 1940's French chair with woven rope backs and seats. Ornate detail carved into
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood, Rope

French Woven Rope Chair
French Woven Rope Chair
H 37 in W 16.25 in D 18.5 in
French Carved Dining Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique intricately carved dining chairs with heads in different shapes Wonderful patina and sold
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1950s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Walnut

French Carved Dining Chair
French Carved Dining Chair
H 39 in W 17.25 in D 16 in
French Leather Club Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather club chair. Great design.
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1930s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Brass

French Leather Club Chair
French Leather Club Chair
H 31 in W 34 in D 37 in
Dining Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s, Set of 4
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Rovereta, SM
Set of 4 Scandinavian chairs designed by Finn Juhl and produced by France and Son in Denmark in the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Teak

French Bobbin Wood Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful carved wood armchair from France, 1940s. Beautiful carved bobbin wood legs and frame
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Rush, Wood

French Bobbin Wood Chair
French Bobbin Wood Chair
H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 23 in
French Metal Desk Chair by René Malaval "Radar" Chair
By Rene Malaval
Located in Los Angeles, CA
René Malaval for Bloc Metal France, post war This vintage metal side chair will add wonderful
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1940s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Steel

Pair of France & Daverkosen, Orholm Danmark Chairs for John Stuart, Inc.
By France & Daverkosen, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of collapsable scissor chairs produced by France & Daverkosen chairs for John Stuart, Inc
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Beech

Finn Juhl France Lounge Chair FD 136
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in Minneapolis, MN
the france lounge was designed by Finn Juhl in the 1950's and produced in Denmark by France
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have a total of 5 chairs. 2 are slightly different, probably from a different oak board. But all
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1960s French French Provincial Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Oak

Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have a total of 5 chairs. 2 are slightly different, probably from a different oak board. But all
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1960s French French Provincial Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Oak

Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Danish 1950's Easy Chair in Stained Beech Style of France & Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Danish 1950's easy chair in the style of France & Daverkosen. Unmarked, however and we are
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wool, Beech

20th Century French Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing the 20th Century French Wooden Chair, an embodiment of timeless elegance and old-world
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20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood

20th Century French Wooden Chair
20th Century French Wooden Chair
H 32.8 in W 15.2 in D 14.4 in
French Wood and Woven Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful carved wood chair from France, 1940s. Intricate carved wood legs and wood frame with
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Rush, Wood

French Wood and Woven Chair
French Wood and Woven Chair
H 36 in W 16.5 in D 17 in
French outdoor folding chairs - Metal
Located in Charlotte, NC
Metal folding chairs from France that fold up for easy storage but comfortable enough for everyday
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1970s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Metal

1950s French Metal Accent Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Capture the essence of French industrial design with this 1950s metal accent chair. Its slim
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Metal

1950s French Metal Accent Chair
1950s French Metal Accent Chair
H 31.5 in W 16.1 in D 16.9 in
1940s French Art Deco Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of French Art Deco Chairs with ebony wood frame and upholstered in white muslin fabric
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

1940s French Art Deco Chairs
1940s French Art Deco Chairs
H 30 in W 27 in D 28 in
Brutalist Monoxylite Chair, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brutalist high-back chair, a statement piece made from solid tree trunk planks. This chair embodies
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1950s French Brutalist Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood

Brutalist Monoxylite Chair, France, 1950s
Brutalist Monoxylite Chair, France, 1950s
H 41.34 in W 30.71 in D 14.18 in
Ole Wanscher Model FD-120 Rocking Chair for France & Søn
By France & Daverkosen, Ole Wanscher, France & Søn
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the elegance of this all original vintage FD 120 rocking lounge chair, boasting a sleek
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

French Wood and Woven Chair
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful carved wood chair from France, 1940s. Original woven rush back and seat. Intricate carved
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Rush, Wood

French Wood and Woven Chair
French Wood and Woven Chair
H 33.5 in W 17 in D 18.25 in
Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Concrete chairs from 1970s France, designed with a remarkable twist. These chairs offer a unique
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1970s French Brutalist Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Concrete

Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
Brutalist Concrete Chairs, France, 1970s
H 30.32 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in
French Mahogany Pegase Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Baumann, 1960s, Set of 4
By Pierre Guariche, Baumann France
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Designed by Pierre Guariche - Manufactured by Baumann in Firminy, Loire, France - Dates from the
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1960s Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Oak

French School Chairs w/ Drawer
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of French School chairs with drawer under wood seat. Cream metal tube with wonderful
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1950s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Metal

French School Chairs w/ Drawer
French School Chairs w/ Drawer
H 33 in W 15 in D 15.5 in
Stackable Metal Chairs, France, 1929
Located in Milan, IT
Stackable green, galvanized tin chairs, from Joseph Mathieu, for Multipl’s. France 1929 ca. Can be
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1930s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Metal

Stackable Metal Chairs, France, 1929
Stackable Metal Chairs, France, 1929
H 33 in W 16 in D 16.5 in
Vintage French Industrial Steel Chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Vintage Industrial Slatted Chairs, France, c. 20th Century.
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20th Century French Industrial Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Steel

Tripod Chair French Fifties Design
Located in LELYSTAD, FL
Very rare tripod chair made of beechwood with a rush seat. French design from the fifties. This
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1950s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Rush, Beech

Tripod Chair French Fifties Design
Tripod Chair French Fifties Design
H 30.71 in W 22.45 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Carved French Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's carved wood chairs with foliage and floral motif. Measurements: Total height
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1950s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Carved French Chairs
Pair of Carved French Chairs
H 33 in W 27 in D 24 in
Chic French Carved Wood Horn Finial Desk Chairs/ Accent Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
A fantastic chair that has been stripped and bleached and reupholstered in a soft boucle fabric. It
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1960s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Chenille, Wood

1950s Original French Bienaise Swivelling Workshop Chair, Low Desk Chair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s original French Bienaise swivelling workshop chair – Low desk chair – Metal frame 1950s
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1950s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Metal

Set 4 Chairs, French Modernism
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Perpignan, FR
Set 4 chairs assigned to Charlotte Perriand France, circa 1960. Very good and original condition.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Oak

Set 4 Chairs, French Modernism
Set 4 Chairs, French Modernism
H 37.01 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
6 Typical French Chairs 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
6 typical french chairs 1960 to be restored.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Faux Leather, Wood

6 Typical French Chairs 1960
6 Typical French Chairs 1960
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
1960s French Baumann Bentwood Dove Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s French Baumann bentwood dove dining chair, set of four 1960s French Baumann bentwood dove
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1960s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Bentwood

French Vintage Barber Chair
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Vintage Barber Chair - original light brown leather with porcelain arms and base and re
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20th Century Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Leather

French Vintage Barber Chair
French Vintage Barber Chair
H 47 in W 25 in D 45 in
French Solid Wooden Tripod Chair, France, 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This tripod chair has a simple composition that mixes the aesthetics of rural handicraft with
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Wood

Iconic Peter Hvidt Boomerang Chair for France & Son
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
-based firm Hvidt & Mølgaard. Among their production, the Boomerang chair with its sleek design and
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Steel

1950's French Baumann Menuet Dining Chair, Set of Eight
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Menuet dining chair – Set of eight 1950’s French Baumann Menuet dining chair
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1950s French Vintage French Chair Chairs

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Bentwood

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Vintage French Chair Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage French chair chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all vintage French chair chairs available were constructed with great care. Vintage French chair chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage French chair chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Louis XVI styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Guillerme et Chambron, France & Søn and Charlotte Perriand each produced beautiful vintage French chair chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage French Chair Chairs?

Prices for vintage French chair chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage French chair chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $1,500,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,642.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Vintage French Chair Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.