Mid-Century Modern Seating
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Pair French Stools in Black Imitation Leather
Located in Jersey City, NJ
French pair of stools made in wood this has been lacquered. The seat is made of imitation black leather.
Category
1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Handsome X-Long Bench Harvey Probber style Walnut Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome X-long Harvey Probber style walnut bench. The original striped woven fabric still looks quite nice with only light signs of use. This piece measures 18.5"t x 73"l x 19.5"d
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Erik Ole Jorgensen BO-360 Leather Lounge Chair for Bovirke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Easy lounge chair by Erik Ole Jorgensen for Bovirke, c.1950's, Denmark. This lounge chair features a patinated chrome frame with suede sling chair in camel. The chair also showcases ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Swivel Pink Lounge Chair with Chrome Base
By Overman
Located in Toronto, ON
Lovely swivel pink lounge chair. This mid century modern style lounge chair features a pink fabric and a chrome swivel base. It's attributed to Overman and made in the 1970s. The fab...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Spanish Armchair in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, brass, oak, Spain, 1960s.
This lounge chair originates from Spain and stylistically refer to the late 19th century Revival period. The construction of the bas...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, The Netherlands, 1960s.
Pair of modest Dutch dining chairs. These modern chairs resemble the style of the designs by the British furniture manufacturer Ercol....
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Steel and Leather Lounge Chair by Max Gottschalk
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Max Gottschalk steel and leather sling chair epitomizes minimalist elegance. Crafted from sleek steel and supple leather, it exudes sophistication and durability. The steel frame...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Sabena, Freeform Lounge Chair, Walnut, Iron, Brass, Mexico, 1950s
By Sabena
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, black-painted iron and brass lounge chair produced by Sabena, Mexico, 1950s.
Seat height: 12.25
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Iron
Rare Prototype Leather Bench by Max Gottschalk
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Max Gottschalk prototype bench is a striking fusion of industrial and natural elements. Crafted from supple leather, sturdy steel, and warm wood, it embodies both strength and so...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
12 Mario Bellini CAB 412 Chairs in Black Saddle Leather for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Set of 12 Mario Bellini CAB 412 chairs, made by Cassina in the 1980s. Flexible steel frame covered with a skin of high quality black saddle leather. This elegant, versatile chair is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Parisiano Dining Chair in Special Walnut
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Parisiano Chair, a timeless piece inspired by the iconic designs of Ico & Luisa Parisi. Crafted from solid walnut or oak, this chair exudes elegance and sophisticatio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Bent Oak & Pink Cord Chairs, Dřevopodnik Holešov, Czechia, 1970s
Located in London, GB
A pair of bentwood chairs in dark oak, uphoulstered in a pink corderoy fabric, manufactured by Dřevopodnik Holešov in the 1970s, a furniture company based in former Czechoslovakia th...
Category
1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cord, Oak
Pair of Screen Back Slipper Chairs in Style of Edward Wormley
Located in Houston, TX
This pair of Screen Back Slipper Chairs, reminiscent of the iconic designs by Edward Wormley and James Mont, embodies a perfect fusion of sophistication and functionality. Crafted fr...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Set Of Six Russell Woodard Outdoor Sculptura Patio Armchairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful set of 6 vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura patio armchairs in rare green. Very nice condition having no breaks or weakness. 2 of the chairs retain their original "WOODARD...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Guillerme et Chambron Sofa, France, Circa 1950s
Located in San Antonio, TX
Guillerme et Chambron sofa made of solid oak with original fabric, circa 1950s, France. This vintage French sofa features a sculptural angled back with unique wood detailing. This fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Petite Tilt and Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern petite tilt and swivel lounge chairs
by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Sculptural teardrop back on a walnut base
Newly upholstered with an emerald green ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Zig Zag Benches in Lacquered Goatskin with Fur Seats 1970s
By Brancusi
Located in New York, NY
Pair of zig zag benches in lacquered goatskin with fur seats in the manner of Brancusi, American 1970's. These benches are beautifully made and incredibly stylish.
Dimensions For E...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fur, Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer
American Designer, Large Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved green fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950s.
Seat height: 16”
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Wim Rietveld for Ahrend De Cirkel 'Oase' Lounge Chair in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wim Rietveld for Ahrend De Cirkel, 'Oase' lounge chair, bakelite, lacquered steel, fabric, The Netherlands, 1950s.
This very sculptural Oase chair was created by Dutch designer Wim ...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Russell Woodard 'Sculptura' Patio Chairs in Dark Green Lacquered Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Russell Woodard, 'Sculptura' patio chairs, lacquered iron and steel, United States, 1950s
These 'Sculptura' patio chairs are designed by Russell Woodard. Executed in iron and woven ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Iron
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 8
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of eight “Sapporo” dining chairs, designed by Mario Marenco and produced by the Italian manufacturer Mobilgirgi in the 1970s.
They feature a walnut briar structure and a brown le...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
1960s Black Leather Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s high back black leather chair from Denmark. Some wear on leather that is consistent with age and use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Egg Lounge Chair Inspired by Jean Royère
By Jean Royère
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your living space with this exquisitely restored egg lounge chair, drawing inspiration from the iconic designs of Jean Royère, circa 1960s.
The chair features a unique egg-s...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Lovely Pair Milo Baughman Parson Upholstered Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A lovely classic matching pair of fully upholstered Milo Baughman parsons chairs. Nice deep sitting comfy chairs. Upholstery has been redone in the past in a homespun woven fabric wh...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Zanine Caldas - F armchair
Located in Houston, TX
José Zanine Caldas (1919–2001) was born in Belmonte, a small town in southern Bahia.
As an inquisitive, curious and multifaceted artist – known for his houses and wooden furniture – ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pierre Chapo 'S01' Stools in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, stools, model 'S01A', solid elm, France, design 1962
This set of modernized farm stools have a robust and rustic character and showcases the characteristics of Pierre ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Elm
Italian Midcentury Stool in Bamboo Rattan by Tito Agnoli, 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful stool or can also be used as a footstool or shelf.
Made of bamboo wood and rattan, in Italy in the 60-70s.
Attributed to the design of Tito Agnoli, Italy.
The stool is in ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Adrian Pearsall per Craft Associates Mid-Century ArmChairs, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Armchairs with a particular design by the American architect Adrian Pearsall, a very daring designer in the shapes of his designs.
The armchairs have a very particular wooden struct...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Classic Modernist Fiberglass Side Chair/ Eames Style/ by Krueger Metal Products
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set of 16 available .priced per chair... Krueger Metal Products .Fabulous Turquoise Color fiberglass chairs. The chair sit on black metal bases. Stackable Set of 16 Chairs, circa 196...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchair/Ottoman by Percival Lafer in Suede Leather
Located in Belmont, MA
Percival Lafer (Brazilian, b. 1936) Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Brazil, c. 1965, rosewood frames with leather upholstery, chair, foil Design Lafer label and remains to a paper label, h...
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
Jorge Zalszupin Senior Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Jorge Zalszupin
Wood Senior Armchair
1959 /re-edited 2006
Jorge Zalszupin is a Polish-born Brazilian architect and designer.
Born in Warsaw, Poland, Jorge Zalszupin studied architec...
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Poul Kjaerholm PK20 Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic PK-33 Ottoman in camel leather, designed by Poul Kjærholm, produced by Fritz Hansen. Stainless steel frame is a nod to Kjærholm's affinity for industrial materials, employed a...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 2 Danish Model 113 Oak Armchairs by Nanna Ditzel, Denmark, c. 1950's
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Deland, FL
These “Model 113” chairs, with their elegant and ergonomic shape, are instantly recognizable as being Danish Mid-Century Modern. As with most of Ditzel’s designs, like her iconic “E...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
1940s Danish Small Club or Library Chair in Brown Leather
By Oskar Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming cognac colored small scale Danish leather club chair made around the 1930's to 1940's. The Danes called these smaller type chairs for "library chairs". Very elegant made fro...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Charlotte Perriand Chairs "La Cachette", circa 1968, France
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Pair of Mid-Century Charlotte Perriand chairs, circa 1968, France. Very decorative piece made with oak.
CONDITION: Very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with ag...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Stylish Comfort Design Pencil Reed Rattan Chaise Lounge Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A fantastic vintage Coastal chaise lounge made by the iconic Comfort Designs. A chic pencil reed frame in a fab scroll design and upholstered in a light blue linen. This piece measu...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Sculptural Dining Arm Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Miami, FL
Custom Sculptural Dining Chairs in the style of Gio Ponti. Solid walnut frames, upholstered backs and seats. Arm height is 25.25”. Available seat height is 17.5" - 19”. Made in the U...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Six Walnut Dining Armchairs by Rapids of Boston
By Rapids Furniture Company 1
Located in Dorchester, MA
Sold in the late 1950s by Rapids Furniture of Boston, this set of mid-century dining chairs comprises six upholstered armchairs whose solid walnut frames feature handsome joinery det...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Walnut
1970s De Sede Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Thick Leather
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Here is a vintage 1970s de Sede lounge chair with ottoman in thick and soft brown leather. This line of seating was designed by Robert and Trix Haussmann and included low, mid, and h...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Vodder for Sibast Rosewood Armchairs Set of Four
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Here is a set of four Danish rosewood armchairs in black leather by Arne Vodder for P. Olsen Sibast (Sibast), circa 1960s. These could be used as dining chairs, but are large enough ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Handcrafted Maroon Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A remarkable and unique pair of vintage wooden chairs, a marriage of sophistication and charm that promises to elevate any space, straight from the heart of Italy.
They stand tall w...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
Coventry Cathedral Chairs, Dick Russell, 1960
Located in London, GB
A set of six British oak chairs, designed in 1960 by Dick Russell for the rebuilding of Coventry Cathedral; a post-war project led by Sir Basil Spence following the near total destru...
Category
1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Eight French Gothic Style Chairs , Mahogany 1940s , Charles Dudouyt attributed
By Charles Dudouyt, La Gentilhommiere
Located in Vigonza, Padua
French mid-century Gothic style chairs in mahogany, sturdy and in good condition, sprung seat with upholstery still usable. Upon request we can customize the upholstery.
Very elegant...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mahogany
1960 Sofa Mp129 Leather tufted by Percival Lafer
Located in Surrey, BC
Very nicely shaped lounge sofa designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970. This sofa has a solid rosewood wooden frame and leather upholstery, chrome connections and l...
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Mario Bellini Cab Armchairs for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The iconic chairs designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina c.1970s, Italy, feature the original camel saddle leather which is wrapped atop the steel frames. This set of six armchairs ar...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful and elegant pair of armless slipper chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This set appears to have been reupholstered (beautifully and professionally) at some point...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Oscar Niemeyer "Marquesa" Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Niemeyer
Marquesa Bench
1974 /2013
The precise curves of the Marquesa Bench carry the signature style of Oscar Niemeyer, who created this piece in collaboration with his daugh...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Madsen and Schubell Model MS4 Wingback Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Here is a pair of MS-4 model wingback chairs with ottoman designed Henry Schubell, and produced in the 1950s by Madsen and Schubell in Denmark (this design was also licensed to Vik &...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Purple Grete Jalk Teak Lounge Chair for France and Son
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Here is the France and Son Model 118 in teak by designer Grete Jalk. This 1950s/60s Danish lounge chair is refinished and has brand new upholstery.
The frame is solid teak, and was...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Oscar Niemeyer "Alta" stool stainless steel
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Niemeyer Alta Steel Bench
1948 /re-edited 2013
Oscar Niemeyer (December 15, 1907 - December 5th, 2012) is a Brazilian architect considered one of the most important names in i...
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pierre Chapo Set of Six 'S45'Dining room Chairs in Elm, France 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Pierre Chapo Set of Six 'S45'Dining room Chairs in Elm, France 1970s
This set of six dining room chairs is a masterpiece, designed by Pierre Chapo in 1970s in France. Crafted in Elm...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Elm
Vintage Pair of ‘Landmark’ Cane Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel, 1970, Mohair
By Ward Bennett
Located in Round Rock, TX
Beautiful vintage pair of cane and ash “Landmark” armchairs designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel - 1970s. A personal favorite, these examples still retain their original green mohair...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery, Cane, Oak
1st Generation Eames RKR Wire Mesh Rocker by Herman Miller 1951
Located in Detroit, MI
Charles and Ray Eames designed their fiberglass and wire chairs to be fitted with a wide variety of bases to offer a range of heights, uses, and aesthetics. One of the most desirable...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
1940s Danish Small Club or Library Chair in Leather with Carved Legs
By Oskar Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming small scale Danish club chairs made around the 1930's to 1940's. The Danes called these smaller type chairs for "library chairs". Very elegant made from brown leather with s...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chair), model F580.
This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966.
These particular chairs are the very first edition wi...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Charles Eames / Herman Miller / Girard Padded Arm Shell Swivel Aluminum Base
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Charles Eames / Herman Miller / Girard Padded Arm Shell Swivel Aluminum Base.. White fiberglass shell with amazing green naugahyde and Alexander Girard fabric seat. small ho...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Black Leather Lounge Chairs for Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An eye catching pair of lounge chairs for Glenn of California, c.1960s. These armchairs feature a rich toned walnut frame with woven black leather seats and black leather wrapped arm...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Set of Four 1966 Collection Outdoor Chairs by Richard Schultz
Located in Dorchester, MA
Originally designed by Richard Schultz for Florence Knoll, these later productions of his classic 1966 outdoor chairs were produced by Richard Schultz Designs just after the company ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-century Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Knoll, Herman Miller, and Charles and Ray Eames. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
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