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Postmodern Dia Chrome Cantilever Chair, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Basel, BS
A sleek and sexy pair chrome cantilevered chrome chairs designed by iconic designer Milo Baughman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970´s Danish cantilever Lounge Chair by Friis & Moltke
By Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Danish design treasure from the 1980s - the Cantilever lounge chair by Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
pair Mart stam S33 cantilever chairs 1970s
By Mart Stam
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two Original White Leather cantilever chair . Chrome Tube frame. 1970s
Pioneering Dutch modernist
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
1970’s Modern Orange & Black Tube Cantilever Sling Lounge Chairs Jerry Johnson S
By Jerry Johnson
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible vintage Modern orange & black painted tube cantilever sling lounge chairs in the style
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 28 in W 25 in D 28 in
1970's Tubular Chrome Framed Adjustable Cantilever Chair by Pierson of France
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Tubular Chrome Framed Cantilever Chair With an Adjustable Reclining Backrest with Brown Leather
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 30.12 in W 21.66 in D 31.5 in
1970's Cantilever Chrome Frame Chair With Mustard Upholstery - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Cantilever Chrome Frame Dining Chairs With Mustard Upholstery - Set Of Four.
Classic
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
1970's Tubular Chrome Framed Adjustable Cantilever Chair by Pierson of France
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Tubular Chrome Framed Cantilever Chair With an Adjustable Reclining Backrest with Brown Leather
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 30.12 in W 21.66 in D 31.5 in
1970's Cantilever Blue Frame Chair With Denim Blue Upholstery - Set Of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Cantilever Blue Frame Dining Chairs With Denim Blue Upholstery - Set Of Eight.
Classic
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
2 Cantilever Chairs 1970s - Italy
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Unique Cantilever Chairs MR20 Style 1970s Italian Replica
A stunning pair of cantilever
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Cantilever Lounge Leather Chair with Ottoman, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Cantilever Lounge Chair with ottoman.
Chromed tubular steel and black leather.
Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Extraordinary Lounge Club Chairs Cantilevered, 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
. Each chair has a heavy cantilevered chrome plated steel flat bar frame. The sculpted chrome frames are
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970's Cantilever Chrome Frame Chairs With Turquoise Upholstery - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Cantilever Chrome Frame Dining Chairs With Turquoise Upholstery - Set Of Four.
Classic
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
Cesca Cantilevered Chrome and Cane Chair After Marcel Breuer, Italy 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century cantilevered Cesca chair with chrome frame and cane webbed wood seat. This chair was
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.5 in W 18.25 in D 21 in
Pair of Cantilever Tubular Steel Armchairs by Marcel Breuer, 1970´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
cantilever tubular steel armchairs, artfully designed by the legendary Marcel Breuer in the 1970s, now ready
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Titi Agnoli Cantilever Leather Chair for UNIFOR Italy 1970s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Čelinac, BA
Titi Agnili Cantilever Leather Chair for Unifor Italy 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1970s Chrome Cantilever Club Chairs, Newly Upholstered
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 1970s chrome cantilever club chairs, newly upholstered, with bright polished chrome frames
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970's Cantilever Blue Frame Chairs With Deep Blue Upholstery - Set Of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Cantilever Blue Frame Dining Chairs With Deep Blue Upholstery - Set Of Eight.
Classic
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
1970's Cantilever Blue Frame Chairs With Blue - Grey Upholstery - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Cantilever Blue Frame Dining Chairs With Blue - Grey Upholstery - Set Of Six. Classic
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century German S32 Cantilever Chair by Marcel Breuer & Mart Stam, 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in Hamburg, DE
mart stam. Here in a version with black synthetic leather cover from the 1970s. Especially here the
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 21.65 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s
This pair of lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 2 Cantilever Easy Chairs attr. Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen 1970s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This 1970s Norwegian armchair, designed by Jon Hjortdal for Velledalen Mobler, is a stylish and
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 30.71 in W 28.35 in D 26.38 in
Set of 4 Chrome + Black Leather Cantilever Chairs, Italy 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterclass in minimalist design, these 1970s Italian chairs feature polished tubular chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Cantilever Visitor Side Chairs, Signed Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1970s
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Beirut, LB
Vintage Matteo Grassi cantilever stylish visitor side chairs, Italy, 1970s. Signed Matteo Grassi on
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Zeta Leather Lounge Chair Paul Tuttle Cream Chrome Cantilever Strassle MCM 1970s
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in London, GB
1970s, this fabulously stylish and extremely comfortable Zeta lounge chair will add superb quality and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 28.75 in W 26.38 in D 33.47 in
Pair of Silver Craft Cantilever Bronze Lounge Chairs in beige, USA, 1970s
By Silver Craft Furniture Company
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful pair of Cantilever lounge chairs by Silver Craft in a newly upholstered fabric and a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 32.68 in
Vintage cantilever chairs chromed steel and fabric, 1970s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
Vintage cantilever chairs with a Bauhaus-inspired design, featuring a chromed steel frame and blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Cantilever dining chairs by Casala, 1970s
By Casala
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 dining chairs by Casala with oak cantilever frames and newly upholstered fabric seats
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1970s Set of Leather Cantilever Chairs with Footrest "Poäng by Noboru Nakamura
By Noboru Nakamura
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1970s originally iconic set of vintage Ikea leather cantilever chairs with footrest ( Poäng by
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 37.41 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
1970s Pair of Nicos Zographos CH66 Brown Leather Cantilever Side Chairs
By General Fireproofing Company, Nicos Zographos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH66 Side Chairs, designed by Nicos Zographos in 1966. The chairs were produced
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Lot of 4 Cantilever Chars in Faux Leather and Steel, 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
set of 4 bauhaus cantilever chairs from the 70s, made of chromed steel tubing, seat and back in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
1970s Set of Four Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Cantilever Dining Chairs in Chrome
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four chromed-steel cantilever dining or side chairs, attributed to Gastone Rinaldi
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 30.71 in W 20.48 in D 23.63 in
A set of 10 waterfall cantilever brass plated dining chairs circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
A set of 10 stylish waterfall cantilever brass plated dining chairs recently recovered in a sage
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Marcel Breuer Cesca Dining Room Chairs - Chrome, Wood, and Leather, Italy 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Almelo, NL
Marcel Breuer Cesca Dining Room Chairs - Chrome, Wood, and Leather, Italy 1970s
These chairs
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Beige Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Blue Lilac Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Three Mid Century Kangaroo Chairs, Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six Mid Century Kangaroo Chairs, Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid Century Lavender Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Eight Beige Kangaroo Chairs, by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid Century Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six Midcentury Signal Red Kangaroo Chairs, Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Beige and Red Kangaroo Chairs and Table Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Two Mid-Century Lavender and Blue Kangaroo Chairs Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Two Mid-Century Mustard and Blue Kangaroo Chairs Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Light Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Violet Purple Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Four Mid-Century Lavender Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Beige and Blue Kangaroo Chairs and Table Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Beige and Red Kangaroo Chairs and Table Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Two Mid-Century Purple and Blue Kangaroo Chairs, Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Mid-Century Light Beige Kangaroo Chairs, Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Light Beige Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Eight Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chairs, by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Two Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
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1970s Cantilever Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1970s cantilever chairs available for sale. Each of these unique 1970s cantilever chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and fabric. There are all kinds of 1970s cantilever chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern 1970s cantilever chairs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made 1970s cantilever chairs over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Pace Collection are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 1970s Cantilever Chairs?
Prices for 1970s cantilever chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1970s cantilever chairs begin at $340 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,000.
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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.
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Questions About 1970s Cantilever Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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