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1940s French Leather Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic pair of 1940s French leather chairs with plank oak armrests. Ornate detailing
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1940's Danish Deco Lounge Chair in Original Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Early 1940's Danish lounge chair upholstered in the original brown leather with button tufted back
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940’s Danish Dressing Chair Attributed to Magnus L Stephensen
By Magnus Stephensen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Danish dressing chair attributed to Magnus Laessoe Stephensen. Cognac leather with nailheads
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Cleo Baldon Side Chairs, USA 1940's
By Cleo Baldon
Located in New York, NY
An original set of Cleo Baldon side chairs in wrought iron and bamboo with original patina and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Iron

1940´s Harbo Sølvsten Restored Office / Workshop Chair Reupholstered in Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
Harbo Sølvsten swivel chair with adjustable seat hight and hight of backrest in tube steel and
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Industrial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

French 1940's Forest-Green Painted Klismos Chair with Leather Strapwork Seat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large-scaled and elegantly designed French 1940s Klismos chair with deep incurved back with
Category

Vintage 1940s French Greco Roman Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Wingback Chair in Cognac Leather, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking wingback chair in patinated leather. Designed and made in Denmark 1940s.
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Beech

Antique Equipal Chair Deer Leather Mexico 1940s
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
This unique Folk Art chair from 1940s Mexico is a true testament to traditional craftsmanship
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Danish Cabinetmaker, Lounge Chair cognac tan leather, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish cabinetmaker lounge chair upholstered with cognac tan leather Legs of stained beech. Made
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Danish Designer, Slipper Chairs, Wood, Leather, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black leather and black-painted wood slipper chairs designed and produced in Denmark, c
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Danish Lounge Chair in Patinated Niger Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish side chair in patinated Niger leather and mahogany. Designed and made in Denmark, great
Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Russel Wright Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Leather, USA, 1940s
By Russel Wright
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and brown leather lounge chairs attributed to Russel Wright, USA, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1940s Side Chairs by Melchiorre Bega with Spring Seat, leather upholstery
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern , period 1940s, Melchiorre Bega pair of side chairs, in beechwood, seat with
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Art Deco Style Leather Club or Library Chair, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco Style club or library chair. Striking French design from the 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Dining Chairs In The Manner of Adnet, France 1940's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
An elegant set of high backed dining chairs in French walnut, original preserved leather backs
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chair by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chair by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s Chair with rectangular
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chairs by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco white leather and wood chairs by Giovanni Gariboldi, 1940s set of eight chairs
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather, Made in Denmark, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in leather designed and made Denmark. Great condition.
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Danish Cabinetmaker Patinated Leather & Oakwood Dining Chairs, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful set of 6 dining chairs by a Danish Cabinetmaker made in the 1940s. Patinated dark oak and
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of Norwegian Lounge Chairs with Patinated Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with a solid wood frame patinated leather and velvet. Designed and made by
Category

Vintage 1940s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet

Crème de la crème! A pair of 1940's French Leather Club Chairs Moustache Models
Located in Hastings, GB
La Crème de La Crème, Pair of 1940’s French Leather Club Chairs Havana Moustache Models This
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

6 Leather Upholstered Dining Chairs, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Six exquisite French dining chairs from the 1940s era. High backs framed by the wood structure
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Alfred Christensen, set of Lounge chairs in original leather and beech, 1940s
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Alfred Christensen set of lounge chairs new original upholstered with black leather. Armrest and
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pristine Wingback Chair in Patinated Leather by Kaare Klint, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking wingback chair in patinated black leather, designed by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

1940s Danish Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's Danish wingback lounge chair This handsome lounge chair has a distinguished and structured
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Wood

William Spratling 1940s Mexican Butaque Chair
By William Spratling
Located in San Francisco, CA
patinated by life like Hemmingway, this is a "Butaque" chair by the American-born designer William Spratling
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Georg Kofoed Attributed Danish 1940s Lounge Chair in Tufted Dark Gray Leather
By Georg Kofoed
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool and rare 1940s lounge chair attributed to Master Furniture Maker Georg Kofoed of
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage French Cognac-Colored Leather Club Chair, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This leather club chair comes from France and was made circa 1940s. It is upholstered with cognac
Category

Vintage 1940s French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Unique Rocking Chair, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Custom hand made armchair with unique sophisticated rocking system. Made of elm and genuine leather
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Elm

Original 1940s danish modern easy chair in patinated leather with brass nails.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
An exquisite 1940s Danish Modern Easy Chair upholstered in luxurious patinated red leather that has
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Set of 6 Spanish Walnut & Patinated Leather Dining Chairs, 1940s–1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 6 Spanish Walnut & Patinated Leather Dining Chairs, 1940s–1950s Authentic mid-century
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1940s Fritz Hansen Style Wing Back Lounge Chair with Mocha Brown Leather
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish modern wing back chair most likely manufactured by Fritz Hansen A/S in Denmark in the period
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pair of 1940s Modernist Club Chairs in Original Bone Glazed Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of 1940s modernist club chairs in original bone glazed leather upholstery. Ebonized mahogany
Category

Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Danish 1940s Club Chair in Fabric and Patinated Leather Style of Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish late Art Deco early midcentury chair from the late 1930s or early 1940s with coil
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Wool

set of four lounge chairs in style of 1940's France
Located in New York, NY
4, 1940’s French style small scale club chairs in Cerused White Oak from France. One purchased
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
A so called hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1940s and manufactured by
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Birch

Ole Wanscher, Danish leather and Mahogany lounge chair for A.J. Iversen, 1940s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Uppsala, SE
Leather and Mahogany lounge chair designed by Danish design legend Ole Wanscher for master
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1940s Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rustic French Cerused Oak & Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 6 France, circa 1940s Handcrafted
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1940s French Dining Chair
Located in London, GB
A classic French dining chair from the 1940s, featuring a stained wood frame and tan leather
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
Category

Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
Category

Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of 1940s Carved and Lacquered Lounge Chairs with Blue Leather Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally purchased at Marshall Field and Company's State Street store in the 1940s, these carved
Category

Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Danish Side Chair in Oak and Cognac Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare side chair designed and made by Danish cabinetmaker, great condition.
Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Leather, Oak

Classic Danish 1940s Chair in Cuban Mahogany and Niger Leather
Located in Lejre, DK
This chair is a classic example of Danish furniture design from the 1940s. The chair is made from
Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

A pair of leather and aluminium 1940s Christie Tyler Aeroplane chairs
By Christie Tyler
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A rare pair of Christie Tyler Aeroplane Chairs, produced in Britain in 1947 and reimagined for the
Category

Mid-20th Century British Bauhaus Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Swedish Designer, Rocking Chair, Birch, Leatherette, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and floral-painted leatherette rocking chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Birch

Pair of Chairs, Verkstads AB Lindqvist, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of chairs, manufactured by Verkstads AB Lindqvist, Sweden, 1940s. Chromed metal frame, faux
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Set Of 10 Dining Room Chairs Made In Light Wood & Cognac Leather From 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of 10 dining room chairs, crafted from light wood and upholstered with cognac leather
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1940's Palle Suenson armchair, Danish designer
By Palle Suenson, Jacob Kjaer
Located in Sherborne, GB
natural. It has been left in the original soft black leather. The chair has beautiful grain and an
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Kaare Klint, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Safari Lounge Chairs, Tan Leather, 1940s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Manhasset, NY
Lounge Chairs, model KK47000 by Kaare Klint (1888-1954) for Rud. Rasmussen Snedkerier., circa 1940s. Each
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of White Leather Swivel Chairs Made in Czechia, 1940s, Fully Restored
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of white high quality leather swivel chairs made in Czechia in the 1940s and professionally
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Set of Six 1940s Louis XVI Style Cherry and White Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six 1940s Louis XVI inspired dining chairs in the manner of Grosfeld House. Two armchairs
Category

Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Modernist Lounge Chairs by Erik Karlén, Sweden, 1940s
By Firma Rumsinteriör
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of rare lounge chairs by Eric Karlén with bold lines. Upholstered with linen and elegant
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Linen, Wood

Edward Wormley, Dunbar, Six Riemerschmid Dining Chairs, Walnut, Leather, 1940s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Manhasset, NY
Edward Wormley, Dunbar, Set of Six 'Riemerschmid' Dining Chairs, Walnut, Leather 1950s The model
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

European High Back Fireside Chair from the 1940s
Located in London, GB
A charming high back fireside chair, crafted in Europe circa 1940s. This piece features a
Category

Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Swivel Stool with Patinated Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Swivel chair with adjustable height in patinated leather and stained beech. Designed and made in
Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Leather, Beech

French Art Deco Cerused Oak Fauteuil Chair, 1940s - 2 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually. A 1940s French fauteuil chair, defined by its Art Deco influenced
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

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1940s Leather Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1940s leather chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every 1940s leather chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1940s leather chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1940s leather chair, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 1940s leather chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fritz Hansen, Kaare Klint and Frits Henningsen are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1940s Leather Chair?

The average selling price for a 1940s leather chair at 1stDibs is $4,799, while they’re typically $236 on the low end and $320,000 for the highest priced.

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Questions About 1940s Leather Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Many people believe that leather chairs are worth it. Whether you're looking for accent chairs for a seating area, dining chairs to pair with your dining room table or an office chair to place at your desk, leather chairs can add to the overall visual appeal of a room, thanks to their texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and high-quality types, such as full-grain and top-grain leather, can stand the test of time. However, there are plenty of alternatives to leather upholstery available. Considering durability, comfort, appearance and maintenance requirements, as well as your budget, will help you select the right chair for any space. Explore a large collection of leather chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, leather jackets were popular in the 50s. They became a trend after Marlon Brando wore one in the 1953 film The Wild One. Beloved by rockers, rebels and outsiders, the original leather biker jacket was introduced by the Schott Brothers, in Manhattan, in 1928. Because of its association with motorcycle club riots, U.S. schools banned the jackets for a time. Shop a selection of leather jackets from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers feel that leather dining chairs are worth it. Due to its natural beauty, leather can elevate dining rooms and add interest to interior designs by bringing in a new texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and top-grain and full-grain upholstery often hold up well to the effects of frequent use. Keep in mind that other factors contribute to the overall quality of a chair, such as its frame materials and construction methods. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.