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Sedie Praga in legno e paglia di Vienna di Josef Hoffmann per Ligna 1970 ca.
By Ligna, Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Set da dieci sedie con braccioli note come modello Praga o 811, con struttura in legno con finitura colore nero opaco, braccioli curvati e paglia di Vienna presente su schienale e se...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Italian Set of Two Marzio Cecchi S Model Chairs
By Studio Most, Marzio Cecchi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The famous model "S chair", an iconic and unique design by Marzio Cecchi for Studio Most in Italy, circa early 1970s. Made of wicker rope, the graceful and sculptural "S" form is sup...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Set of Two Marzio Cecchi S Model Chairs
Italian Set of Two Marzio Cecchi S Model Chairs
H 50.01 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Rattan set is 14 Dining Chairs Cream Finish
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
A large set. 14 chairs total, 2 arm chairs and 12 sides. In very good condition. 1980s upholstery in good condition. Cream finish intact. Side chairs measure 20” wide, 21” deep, 34” ...
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Vintage 1970s American Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair Italy 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Čelinac, BA
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair Italy 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair Italy 1970s
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair Italy 1970s
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H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 18.51 in
A Set of 4 SHABBY-CHIC BAMBOO Chairs in AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1970
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in PARIS, FR
A charming set of 4 table or terrace chairs, or even a complete living room (with table and armchair extra, see below) indoor or outdoor, Art-Popular, Modernist, Shabby-Chic, all cur...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Niels Otto Møller Dinning Room Chair Model 75, 1970s Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in The Hague, NL
A chairs designed by Danish designer Niels Otto Møller, and manufactured by JL Møllers Møbelfabrik in 1970s Denmark. Chair featuring frames made of solid teak and seating made of han...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Papercord

Italian modern Vienna straw, wood and steel tub chair with armrests, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Tub chair with armrests, with seat and back in Vienna straw and curved wood to form the structure of the seat, finished with a round cushion in white faux leather tending towards pin...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jane Paille chairs by Philippe Starck for Aleph 1989
By Philippe Starck
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Set of 2 chairs by Philippe Starck for Aleph in 1989 Jane Paille model 4 log feet in wood, curved wood part as a backrest, seat in a black colored braided straw covered by leather cu...
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Late 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Leather, Straw, Wood

Set Of 4 Rattan Chairs With Squared Backs, 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Set of 4 chairs with bamboo structure and rattan bindings Product details Dimensions 41 W x 90 H × 45 D Chairs are in good condition but may present some signs of wear, do not hesita...
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Vintage 1980s Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set Of 4 Rattan Chairs With Squared Backs, 1980
Set Of 4 Rattan Chairs With Squared Backs, 1980
H 35.44 in W 16.15 in D 17.72 in
Marcel Breuer Style Cane & Chrome Armchair
Located in Toronto, CA
Excellent vintage condition. No stamps or labelling, however a style modelled after Marcel Breuer and 1970s designs. The curved cane seats add subtle sophistication. Caning likely re...
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Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Burnt Bamboo and Rattan Folding Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage burnt bamboo and rattan collapsible side chair. Very handsome and comfortable. You might add a cushion for a pop of color. Great for extra seating. When not needed fold an...
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Vintage 1970s Campaign Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Elinor And John Mcguire San Francisco 1970 set of 6 Rattan chairs
By John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Roma, RM
Elinor And John Mcguire San Francisco 1970 set of 6 Rattan chairs with leather bindings, complete with cushions Single chair dimensions 45 W x 85 H × 47 D Condition report: very good...
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Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vico Magistretti / Charlotte Perriand Style Rush Dining Room Chairs 70s
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Vico Magistretti
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
These chairs are often attributed to Vico Magistretti, produced by Cassina (attr.). Made in Italy, dating from the ‘70s. Made of solid wood, painted black and rush seat. Fits perfect...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

1970s Vintage Yellow Rattan Balloon Chair
Located in Ferndale, MI
Bohemian style 1970s vintage yellow rattan balloon chair with lattice back, scroll arms and zippered cushion in happy yellow. Original patina.
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Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

4 Sedie in compensato curvato di Gigi Sabadin per Stilwood 1979
By Gigi Sabadin, Stilwood
Located in Napoli, NA
Queste sedie sono realizzate in compensato curvato con finitura impiallacciata . Sedie restaurate completamente
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

set of 10 Mcguire Organic Modern Ratta Cathedral Dinning Chairs
By John McGuire
Located in North Fort Myers, US
Introducing an exquisite one-owner set of 10 McGuire rattan dining chairs in the original Rose finish. This rare collection features eight side chairs and two armchairs, each adorned...
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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Arrben Italy Flip Chair Rattan 1970's Design Steel Modernism
By Arrben
Located in Taranto, IT
Arrben Italy Flip Chair Rattan 1970's Design Steel Modern. Chrome-plated steel frame, rattan and wood seat. In good conservative condition, no cosmetic or structural defects to rep...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 4 chairs in wood, rattan and metal. Dimensions: seat height: 46 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Thonet Bentwood Style Chairs No. 14 European Bistro Chairs, 70s
By Thonet
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of two beautiful wooden Thonet style bentwood chairs, in style of the popular model no. 14. Unknown production of the 1970s. Structurally sturdy, with no cracks on the wood. Exp...
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Vintage 1970s European Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 8
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 8 black chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Twelve Stackable Chairs with Iron Frame and papercord Seat/Backrest, Italy 1980s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
With a minimalist design that nods to industrial style, these French chairs from the 1980s stand out for their simplicity. A red metal rod seems to race around, shaping the volume of...
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Marcel Breuer for Gavina Set of Four Cesca Chairs, Italy 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Naples, IT
Group of four chairs Mod. Cesca by Marcel Lajos Breuer for Gavina - Italy - with original label. Walnut backrest, chromed steel tubular frame and Vienna straw. Breuer's Cesca chair h...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

S-Chair by Tom Dixon
Located in Doral, FL
S-Chair by Tom Dixon 1991 / 2021 Produced by Cappellini Steel, Marsh Straw The weaving of the marsh straw is done entirely by hand: a meticulous procedure that requires more than 6 ...
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1990s Chairs

Materials

Steel

S-Chair by Tom Dixon
S-Chair by Tom Dixon
H 40.25 in W 19.75 in D 16.5 in
Set of 4 Vintage Wicker Cane and Beechwood Folding Chairs, 1970s Italian Design
Located in Zagreb, HR
Four beechwood and cane vintage Italian folding chairs. Italian design of the 1970s. A late 1980s or early 1990s production In excellent original vintage condition with smaller expe...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Wood

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 4 dining chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, in metal, wood and rattan.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Metal

Chrome-Plated Armchair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Cesca-type armchair, modeled on Marcel Breuer's design from 1928. Produced in the 1980s. The chrome-plated frame is in very good original condition, has been cleaned and polished. Th...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Beech

Chrome-Plated Armchair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
Chrome-Plated Armchair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
H 33.08 in W 23.23 in D 20.08 in
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with this set of 4 Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Dining Chairs. Perfectly embodying American style, these chairs blend natural elegance with coastal char...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 black chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 46 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 black chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 8
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 8 black chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 46 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 black chairs in metal, wood and rattan. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Chunky Bamboo Dining Chairs, New Upholstery set of 6, Bohemian Accent
Located in Mckinney, TX
Elevate your dining space with this set of six postmodern oversized chunky bamboo chairs, freshly upholstered for a contemporary twist. Embracing bold lines and organic textures, the...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Italian modern chairs in black wood chromed metal and Vienna straw, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern chairs in black wood chromed metal and Vienna straw, 1970s Set of six chairs in the Cesca style with seat and back in black painted wood with a glossy finish and Vienn...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Italian Cane Chairs 1970s Set of 4
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Rare and original curved shape Italian chairs from 1970s with black lacquered wood and cane seat and backrest and chrome structure. Minimalist and solid. Very good vintage condition.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Italian Cane Chairs 1970s Set of 4
Mid Century Italian Cane Chairs 1970s Set of 4
H 33.08 in W 20.08 in D 26.78 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Wingback Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Indulge in coastal charm with this delightful pair of Vintage Bent Rattan Wingback Chairs, exuding timeless American elegance. Crafted with intricate rattan weaving and classic wingb...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace coastal relaxation with our Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Lounge Chair. Handcrafted in the USA, this chair epitomizes American craftsmanship and seaside charm, offering a perfe...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Boho Michael Taylor for Baker Klismos Chairs - a Pair
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your space with timeless design using this pair of vintage Boho Michael Taylor for Baker Klismos chairs. American-crafted with iconic style, these chairs blend mid-century cha...
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Late 20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of 4 Bent Plywood and Straw Chair, Gigi Sabadin for Stilwood, Italy 1970s
By Gigi Sabadin
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 4 chairs in curved plywood by Gigi Sabadin for Stilwood, Iltay, 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Plywood

Vintage Coastal High Back Woven Rattan Chairs - Set of 6
Located in west palm beach, FL
Transform your dining space with this set of six Vintage Coastal High Back Woven Rattan Chairs. Embodying the relaxed elegance of coastal living in America, each chair boasts artisan...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Upholstery, Rattan

Marcel Breuer S64 Chair by Thonet, 1982
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Balen, BE
Iconic tubular steel chair model S 64, designed by Marcel Breuer for Thonet in 1928. The frame is made of chromed tubular steel. The seat and backrest are covered with the "Viennese ...
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Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Marcel Breuer S64 Chair by Thonet, 1982
Marcel Breuer S64 Chair by Thonet, 1982
H 30.32 in W 23.63 in D 22.45 in
Set of Two After Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs Italy 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Čelinac, BA
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs Set of Two Italy 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Two After Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs Italy 1970s
Set of Two After Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs Italy 1970s
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H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 18.51 in
Set of 4 Pala Dining Chairs by Gigi Sabadin for Emme, Italy, 1973
By Emme, Gigi Sabadin
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
set of 4 „pala“ dining chairs designed by gigi sabadin for emme, italy, ca. 1973. the circular seat is covered with wickerwork, the sculptural chairs are made of beech. good vintage ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

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Metal

1x Tom Dixon After Postmodern 1980s Dining Side Rope Chair Vintage Desk Boho
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, GB
An amazing hourglass rope chair designed after the famous 'S' chair of Tom Dixon. The chair is weaved with rushed rope weaved around a metal frame. It holds a playful and beautiful...
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Vintage 1980s British Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set di sei sedie in legno laccato e seduta in paglia, Italia, anni '70
Located in Rivoli, IT
Set di 6 particolare sedie con struttura in legno laccata e seduta in paglia.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, Set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 chairs in metal, wood and rattan. 2 with arms and 4 without arms. Dimensions: seat height: 46 cm. Width with armrests: 62 cm Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Chrome-Plated Chair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Cesca-type chair, modeled on Marcel Breuer's design from 1928. Produced in the 1980s. The chrome-plated frame is in very good original condition, has been cleaned and polished. The j...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Rattan, Beech

Chrome-Plated Chair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
Chrome-Plated Chair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
H 33.47 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
1970s Wrought Iron and Woven Wicker Porch Patio Set
Located in Elkton, MD
A stunning 5 piece wrought iron and wicker porch set. Table Dimensions: 30.5 x 24 Chairs Dimensions: 36.5 x 20 x 24
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Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Glass, Wicker

1970 Vintage Brighton Chinoiserie Rattan White Bamboo Caning Split Reed Armchair
By Brighton Pavilion 1
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage white finish bamboo, caning and split reed armchair green seat cushion on six legs. This is a handcrafted chair with woven cane seat features bamboo frames and Chinese inspir...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Reed, Paint

Baker Bamboo Dining Chairs Chinese Chippendale
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A A Fantabulous Set of 6 ...
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, Set of 6
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 chairs in metal, wood and rattan. 2 with arms and 4 without arms. Dimensions: seat height: 47 cm. Width with armrests: 62 cm Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern B64 Black and Beech Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair Italy 70s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Escalona, Toledo
Cesca chairs, model B64 whit arms. Tubular structure in black lacquered steel in excellent condition. Beech wood frames and Viennese natural grid. Grids of the seat have been put new...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cane side chairs by Ward Bennet -pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W23 D19 H32.5 SW20 SD18 SH18 AH24 Pair of Ward Bennet side chairs in great vintage condition. Chairs have original manufacture tag underneath. Both chairs are structurally sound wit...
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane

Cane side chairs by Ward Bennet -pair
Cane side chairs by Ward Bennet -pair
H 32.5 in W 23 in D 19 in
Vintage Wicker Armchair
Located in Munster, IN
Woven patterns of sunbaked sand wind their way across this vintage wicker armchair. We love her petite curves and close-knit, diamond-shaped weave. Let us know if you want this boho ...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Armchairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Wicker Armchair
Vintage Wicker Armchair
H 28 in W 24.5 in D 22 in
1970s Rattan & Bamboo Cube Lounge Armchair by Henry Olko
By Henry Olko
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 20th century handsome rattan and bamboo cube lounge armchair by Henry Olko for his Willow & Reed company, circa 1970s. This armchair was designed by Henry Olko and produced by ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan, Willow

1970s brown lacquered wood chair with Vienna straw seat
Located in Premariacco, IT
Brown lacquered wood chair with Vienna straw seat. Ideal for kitchens, offices, living rooms or as furniture elements. Normal signs due to age and use.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Sapele Wood

Marcel Breuer Pair of Cesca Chairs, Italy, 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Naples, IT
Cesca chair designed by Marcel Breuer. Marcel Breuer conceived the first tubular steel chair in 1925, based on the tubular frame of a bicycle. His revolutionary Cesca chair, named af...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Marcel Breuer Pair of Cesca Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Marcel Breuer Pair of Cesca Chairs, Italy, 1970s
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Rattan armchair, Italian manufacture
By Bonacina 1889
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This rattan armchair made in Italy in the 1960s represents an elegant fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern design. Rattan, a natural and flexible material derived from the ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Rattan armchair, Italian manufacture
Rattan armchair, Italian manufacture
H 32.68 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in
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Late 20th Century Natural Fiber Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of late 20th century natural fiber chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Late 20th century natural fiber chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Marcel Breuer, Knoll and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe each produced beautiful late 20th century natural fiber chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Late 20th Century Natural Fiber Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,216, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $54,000 highest priced.

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. 

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