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Mid-Century Modern Blue Pair Armchairs Viko Baumritter 1959 USA
By Viko Baumritter
Located in Baltimore, MD
A gorgeous matching pair of lounge chairs by Viko Baumritter, USA, circa 1959. These Mid-Century
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Mid-Century Modern Blue Pair Armchairs Viko Baumritter 1959 USA
Mid-Century Modern Blue Pair Armchairs Viko Baumritter 1959 USA

Mid-Century Modern Blue Pair Armchairs Viko Baumritter 1959 USA

H 29.5 in W 22 in D 26 in
Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in South Salem, NY
Crafted in the vibrant era of 1950s America, this pair of white-painted iron chairs embodies
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Mid-20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century
Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century

Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century

H 29.5 in W 21 in D 22 in
Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in South Salem, NY
Crafted in the vibrant era of 1950s America, this pair of white-painted iron chairs embodies
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Mid-20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century
Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century

Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century

H 29.5 in W 21 in D 11 in
Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in South Salem, NY
Crafted in the vibrant era of 1950s America, this pair of white-painted iron chairs embodies
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Mid-20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century
Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century

Pair White Painted Metal Garden Chairs, American mid 20th Century

H 29.5 in W 21 in D 22 in
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, White Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage to the retro
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Bouclé, Wood, Oak

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, White Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, White Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, White Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 39.38 in
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Dedar Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage to the retro
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Wood, Oak, Wool

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Dedar Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Dedar Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Dedar Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 39.38 in
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Pierre Frey Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage to the retro
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Mohair, Bouclé, Wood, Oak

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Pierre Frey Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Pierre Frey Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Pierre Frey Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 39.38 in
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Holly Hunt Light Brown, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, HOLLY HUNT, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the T50 lounge chair pays homage to the retro
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Wood, Oak

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Holly Hunt Light Brown, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Holly Hunt Light Brown, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Holly Hunt Light Brown, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 39.38 in
On Sale Restored Vintage Coastal Rattan Boomerang Stacked Liquor Dry Bar
Located in Van Nuys, CA
On Sale this weekend only 5/31/24 -06/03/24 A fabulous vintage circa 1950's Coastal dry bar
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Vintage 1950s Asian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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On Sale Restored Vintage Coastal Rattan Boomerang Stacked Liquor Dry Bar
On Sale Restored Vintage Coastal Rattan Boomerang Stacked Liquor Dry Bar

On Sale Restored Vintage Coastal Rattan Boomerang Stacked Liquor Dry Bar

H 42 in W 68 in D 38 in
Restored Rattan 3-Strand Full Pretzel 3 Piece Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. Meticulously refurbished, its unique design offers a blend of retro charm and modern sophistication. Elevate
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Vintage 1940s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Rattan

Restored Rattan 3-Strand Full Pretzel 3 Piece Sofa
Restored Rattan 3-Strand Full Pretzel 3 Piece Sofa

Restored Rattan 3-Strand Full Pretzel 3 Piece Sofa

H 31 in W 73 in D 32 in
Restored Coral Orange Naugahyde Footstool
Located in Van Nuys, CA
loop legs, harmonizes vintage allure and modern sophistication. Its retro charm is revitalized through
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Vintage 1940s Footstools

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Naugahyde, Rattan

Restored Coral Orange Naugahyde Footstool
Restored Coral Orange Naugahyde Footstool

Restored Coral Orange Naugahyde Footstool

H 15 in W 18 in D 18 in
Restored Mid-century Reed Stick Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Hairpin Legs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
and sophistication, this stool adds a touch of retro-modern charm to any space. Circa 1950s, USA. We
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Restored Mid-century Reed Stick Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Hairpin Legs
Restored Mid-century Reed Stick Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Hairpin Legs

Restored Mid-century Reed Stick Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Hairpin Legs

H 17 in W 23 in D 23 in
Restored Mid Century Danish Tile top Dining Table in the style of Gangsø Møbler
By Gangsø Møbler
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Scandinavian tile top adds a touch of retro charm, while the removable drop leaves enhance versatility
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Restored Mid Century Danish Tile top Dining Table in the style of Gangsø Møbler
Restored Mid Century Danish Tile top Dining Table in the style of Gangsø Møbler

Restored Mid Century Danish Tile top Dining Table in the style of Gangsø Møbler

H 28.75 in W 102.5 in D 35.5 in

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By Russell Woodard
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H 30 in W 80 in D 34 in
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1950s Retro American Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1950s retro American chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1950s retro American chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and bouclé. We have 7 antique and vintage 1950s retro American chairs in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. 1950s retro American chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. 1950s retro American chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but modern and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Greenapple, Rute Martins and HOLLY HUNT each produced beautiful 1950s retro American chairs that are worth considering.

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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,895, while they’re typically $340 on the low end and $7,211 highest priced.

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