Cube Chair Oak
Set of 2 Cube Chairs / Club Chairs After George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1970s
By George Nelson
Located in Deland, FL
Substantial and striking. This pair of cube chairs are set on oak baes. The chairs are found in
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 30 in W 38 in D 35.5 in
Phase Design, "Bikini Chair", Chair
By Phase Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashioned with the geometry of a cube in mind, the square proportions of this chair are a self
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Walnut
Contemporary Nelligan Chair
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Nelligan chair emerges as an unfinished structure, rooted within the internal confines of the
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 2 Contemporary Nelligan Chairs
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Nelligan chair emerges as an unfinished structure, rooted within the internal confines of the
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Solid Wood Club Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great heavy solid wood club chair from the USA, 1970's. Cube wood frame has been newly refinished
Category
Mid-20th Century American Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
"Q-bo - Chair" by Luis Ricaurte, Edition of 20 Numbered Pieces
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
"Q-bo - Chair" designed under the geometric concept of a cube, exclusive edition of 20/20 pieces
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
"Q-bo - Rockin Chair" by Luis Ricaurte, Edition of 20 Numbered Pieces
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
"Q-bo - Rockin Chair" designed under the geometric concept of a cube, exclusive edition of 20/20
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 41.34 in
Wassily-Inspired Black Wood Box Chair w/ Swiveling Backrest by N. Bijan Pourfard
By Nicholas Bijan Pourfard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sort of cube that pays homage to Marcel Breuer's Wassily chair and other Bauhaus creations. With a
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 27 in W 24 in D 24 in
Post Modern Brown Striped Wood and Brass Accent Tuxedo Armchair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
capsule condition. A tuxedo chair simply means that the arms are the same height as the back giving it a
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Poul Kjærholm Model Pk31 Grace Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Berkeley, CA
find an ideal form. This is confirmed by the chair, which defines a cube of 76 cm on a side, with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Giancarlo Piretti Style Modern Cubic Sofa Seats
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
oak plinth base. These semi modular sofa seats can be arranged with our cube block table and three
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Upholstery
Rustic Ranch Oak Step End Table with 2 Drawers & Acorn Brown finish by A. Brandt
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage rustic Ranch Oak step end table with two drawers & Acorn Brown finish by A. Brandt
Category
20th Century American Rustic End Tables
Materials
Oak
H 22 in W 18 in D 32 in
Monumental Planter in the Style of Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman
By Evelyn & Jerome Ackerman
Located in South Charleston, WV
Circa 1965. 18" cubed. This planter was obtained from a bank in WV that also featured doors by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...
Materials
Oak
Oscar Dell Arredamento for Miniforms Italy, Burl Wood Lacquered Dining Table
By Miniforms
Located in Torquay, GB
, Oak, Chestnut and possibly Elm, all in burl which leaves one mesmerised when seen.
Thick layer of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Burl, Lacquer
No Reserve
H 28.35 in W 73.63 in D 42.52 in
Mid century PT10 serving cart by Cees Brakeman for Pastoe, Netherlands 1950s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in ECHT, NL
added to the name after the Second World War
Well-known designs are the wire steel chair SM05 by Cees
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Plywood
H 23.63 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in
Le Corbusier LC15 Table by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
derives from two geometric figures: the circle, in the form of a sturdy oak table-top, sitting on a cube
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Le Corbusier LC15 Table by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
derives from two geometric figures: the circle, in the form of a sturdy oak table-top, sitting on a cube
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Louis Cane, Armchair, France, 1995
By Louis Cane
Located in New York, NY
These exceptional Louis Cane chair unites a traditional aesthetic with a more contemporary feel
Category
1990s French Armchairs
Materials
Bronze
Louis Cane, Sofa, Two-seater Sofa, France, 1995
By Louis Cane
Located in New York, NY
These exceptional Louis Cane chairs unite a traditional aesthetic with a more contemporary feel
Category
1990s French Sofas
Materials
Bronze
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
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Textile
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
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Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Center Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Center Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key coffee table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
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H 13.78 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Outstanding Early George Nelson C S S, , 4-Bay Wall System, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding and Early George Nelson C S S (comprehensive storage system) ,,manufactured by Herman Miller..4 bAYS consisting of 10 Shelves,,1 tilting book holder....Drop Down Desk wit...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 95 in W 129.25 in D 18.5 in
Blue Sky Sofa with Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa blue sky with structure in solid wood
and covered with blue sky velvet fabric.
Feet in gold satinated metal.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Custom Made Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, GB
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Ryo Lounge Chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example has been upholster...
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2010s British Lounge Chairs
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Mohair, Oak
George Nelson for Herman Miller 3 Bay Omni System Mid Century Shelving Wall Unit
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Omni system wall unit by George Nelson for Herman Miller. A gorgeous mid century modern wall unit featuring sleek, brushed aluminum framing, and walnut shelving. This piece has be...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Wood
H 90 in W 76.75 in D 13.75 in
Vintage George Nelson 3 Bay Walnut Omni Wall Unit
By Structural Products Inc., George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful walnut and aluminum ceiling to floor Omni wall unit by George Nelson. features walnut faced aluminum uprights with one light, tambour cabinet, sliding door cabinet, desk ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Aluminum
Italian Sofa in Green Velvet and Wood
Located in Milano, IT
Let's immerse ourselves in the enchanted atmospheres of the 1950s, a golden era for Italian design, through our magnificent green velvet sofa. This piece is much more than a mere fur...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Magnificent George Nelson 3 Bay Walnut Omni Wall Unit Mid Century Modern
By George Nelson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Classic George Nelson “Omni” modular wall unit is a mid-century American classic, manufactured by Herman Miller. This stylish and useful wall unit is modular and can be configured t...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
Georges Nelson, CSS Library, 1970
By George Nelson
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Unique version of the CCS bookcase by Georges Nelson in white melamine and American oak, published by Mobilier international, 1970. The fronts and shelves have been redone in solid r...
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Vintage 1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
George Nelson CSS Book Shelve System Circa 1960s for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Emeryville, CA
Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) in 1959 and produced it until 1973. Available in various wood finishes, the CSS could also be customized t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Aluminum, Steel
modular floor to ceiling CSS shelf unit Design George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
modular Herman Miller CSS Shelf unit
designed by George Nelson.
Herman Miller 1970ies edition in laquered wood, with aluminium construction poles. With makers bedge.
The CSS she...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Aluminum, Steel
H 105.52 in W 68.51 in D 27.96 in
Rare 3 bay wall unit Georges Nelson CSS Shelf Palisander
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Georges Nelson Css shelving unit in Palissander Inc
6 shelfs ( 3 wide 3 narrow)
1 desk, 1 glass cabinet, 1 double door
Signed for Mobilier International
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Vintage 1970s American Shelves
Materials
Bamboo
Italian Sofa in Vibrant Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, blue velvet, metal and brass, Italy, 1950s
Elegant sofa with voluptuous armrests. These wide armrests are balanced out by the slender and delicate metal legs that have a beaut...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Metal, Brass
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Vintage Cube Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W25 D30 H28 SW22 SD0 SH16 AH22
Fully restored solid oak lounge chair with fresh foam and fresh
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Set of Six English Barley Twist Chairs from the 19th Century
Located in Cookeville, TN
This beautiful set of six English oak chairs will make a statement in any dining room. These clean
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Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Dining Room Chairs
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Bronze
Mid-Century Cube Oak and Corduroy Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak cube chair with vinyl straps and newly upholstered navy corduroy cushions.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Set of 4 Ate Van Apeldoorn 'Attr' Oak Cube Chairs
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These compact Ate Van Apeldoorn (attr) oak cube chairs have square frames with curved seat backs
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Oak
Vintage Postmodern Solid Oak Cube Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Lou Hodges, Knoll, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Burbank, CA
, and were made by High Point Furniture Industries. They have a solid oak frame in a cube shape, and
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Oak
Pair of Lou Hodges Leather Cube Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of California designed 1970's oak and leather sling chairs by Lou Hodges. The leather
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Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Oak
Pair of Milo Baughman Cube Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of lounges designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Oak cube frames newly refinished in a
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Wood, Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin High Backed Scoop, Cube, Sling Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent pair of Milo Baughman "Scoop" or "sling" lounge chairs in great condition. They feature a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Oak, Upholstery
Unique Unique Cube Armchair Signed by Gigi Design
Located in Geneve, CH
, the materials ...) animate us to create our furniture.
This is how we created the outdoor chair Cube
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2010s French Modern Chairs
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Wood, Fabric
Large Oak Cube Chair, c. 1970s
Located in Essex, MA
A sculptural and comfortable, large square section open armchair in oak with attractive large
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Vintage 1970s American Armchairs
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Oak, Upholstery
Pair of Stickley Mission Oak Cube Chairs
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Stickley Mission Oak Cube Chairs, American, circa 1990's.
Originally designed in 1915
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Late 20th Century American Mission Armchairs
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Oak, Leather
Pair of Lou Hodges California Sling Chairs
Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
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Oak, Cotton
Knoll Club Chairs by Jim Eldon, C.1970
By Jim Eldon, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
A rare opportunity to own bright pair of cube chairs with oak frames and sunny yellow wool all over
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
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Wool, Upholstery, Oak
Milo Baughman Sling Armchairs Lounge Pair in Oak, for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice and simple and very comfy pair of lounge chairs, “Cube,” by Milo Baughman.
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Pair of Thonet Club Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Wilton, CT
Rarely seen pair of stained oak frame Cube club chairs made by Thonet. Very comfortable, and custom
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Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs
Ate Van Apeldoorn Round Oak Center or Dining Table
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
consistent with its age and use. There's a matching set of 4 Ate Van Apeldoorn Style Pine Cube Chairs (S312
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Chrome and Oak Backgammon Table, 1960s, USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful oak and chrome backgammon table with a tulip base. Large Bakelite game pieces with
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Vintage 1960s American Game Tables
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Mission Style Cube Oak Lounge Chair, 1970s
By Howard Furniture Manufacturing
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Restored solid oak vintage armchair. This Mission style bold, broad and sturdy, the chair blends
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Vintage 1970s American Mission Lounge Chairs
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Pair of Neoclassical Style Oak Lacquered Cube Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of oak lacquered cube chairs, or tub chairs made in the neoclassical taste. The
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20th Century American Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
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Oak, Faux Leather, Lacquer
Pair of Neoclassical Style Oak Lacquered Cube Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of oak lacquered cube chairs or club chairs made in the neoclassical style. Features
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20th Century American Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
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Metal
Pr. Prairie School Mission Even Arm Cube Chairs
By Charles Limbert, Stickley Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Prairie style Mission cube form lounge chairs, in very good original condition. The even
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
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Oak
Modern Black and White Cube Club Lounge Chair Metropolitan Furniture Co.
By Metropolitan, Marshall Fields, Jules Heumann, Brian Kane
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome cube shaped club or lounge chair in black and white by Metropolitan Furniture Co. of San
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20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
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Fabric, Oak
Milo Baughman Sling, Scoop, Cube Armchairs Lounge in Oak for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice and comfy lounge chairs in oak and new off-white synthetic linen.
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Unique Unique Cube Armchair Signed by Gigi Design
Located in Geneve, CH
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Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Oak “Scoop” Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of oversized oak “Scoop” or “Cube” lounge chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lounge Chairs in Black Mohair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Westport, CT
Rare pair of cube shaped lounge chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Newly
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Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chair Steamer Liner Piece Embroidered Fabric
Located in GB
chair
A very good looking and highly collectable steamer campaign chair. This is highly adjustable
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Oak
H 40.95 in W 23.82 in D 33.67 in
Harvey Probber Distressed Cognac Leather Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Culver City, CA
cube style lounge chairs feature an oak plinth base, and a textured woven-like cognac leather that has
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather
Milo Baughman Armchair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, CA
Milo Baughman "Cube" Arm Chair . Finished with grey leather and an oak frame. Originally designed
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Leather, Oak
Louis Cane, Pair of Armchairs, France, 1995
By Louis Cane
Located in New York, NY
These exceptional Louis Cane chairs unite a traditional aesthetic with a more contemporary feel
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Oak Frame Cube Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Large bold geometric lounge chairs in dark brown/black linen with polished oak frames. American
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Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
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Oak
Milo Baughman Oak Cube Chairs for Thayer Coggin, Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Berkeley, CA
Milo Baughman Cube chairs for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970. Original woven upholstery. A few marks and
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Architectural Pair of 1970s Bleached Oak Cube Lounge Chairs
Located in Washington, DC
Architectural pair of 1970s bleached oak cube lounge chairs.
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Vintage 1970s American Slipper Chairs
Pair of Milo Baughman Grey Cerused Oak Scoop Cube Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
These Milo Baughman solid oak scoop lounge chairs have been refinished in a taupe grey cerused
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Oak, Upholstery
Cube Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Located in San Diego, CA
Cubed frame lounge chair with tufted scoop seat designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin c.1970s
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Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Pair Harvey Probber Cerused Oak Lounge Chairs Signed
Located in Easton, PA
Rarely seen pair of minimalist cerused oak cube lounge chairs designed by Harvey Probber for his
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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Pair of Cube Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of cubed frame lounge chairs with tufted scoop seats designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer
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Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
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Wood, Upholstery
Tufted Pair of Cube Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of cubed frame lounge chairs with tufted scoop seats designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer
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Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Tomas Frenes Miramar Chairs
By Tomas Frenes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Contemporary Tomas Frenes Miramar side chair with an ebonized oak frame on an X shaped trestle base
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Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Deep, Even Arm, Arts and Crafts Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of arts and crafts cube chairs with deep, wide seats. Even arm with slats on all sides
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Early 20th Century American Club Chairs
Set of Four Studio Craft Modernist Chairs by James Fasso
Located in Hudson, NY
A great set of four cube chairs with spindle backs. Designed and constructed by NH craftsman James
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash, Oak, Poplar
Pair of Cube Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of very architectural Cube chairs in ceruse oak and black leather.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
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Cube Chair Oak For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cube chair oak for your home. Frequently made of oak, wood and fabric, every cube chair oak was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cube chair oak, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each cube chair oak bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Neoclassical hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cube chair oak over the years, but those crafted by Milo Baughman, Gustav Stickley and Howard Furniture Manufacturing are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Cube Chair Oak?
Prices for a cube chair oak can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,299 and can go as high as $6,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,200.
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.
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