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Xl 1980's Teacup Chair
Located in Brecht, BE
A unique piece, this xl teacup chair, made for a shopwindow in Paris ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Resin

Xl 1980's Teacup Chair
Xl 1980's Teacup Chair
H 56.3 in W 45.28 in D 47.25 in
1980's Lounge Chair
Located in Brecht, BE
in very good vintage condition, comfortable, quirky, colorful.
Category

Late 20th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1980's Lounge Chair
1980's Lounge Chair
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs, Maison Regain, France, 1980's
By Maison Regain
Located in Austin, TX
. Color is a dark grayish green. Very comfortable seating. France, 1980's.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Elm

French vintage dining chair, 1980s
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
French vintage dining chair, 1980s Conditions may vary between individual items. set price
Category

Vintage 1980s Chairs

Materials

Wood

French vintage dining chair, 1980s
French vintage dining chair, 1980s
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 15.75 in
Post Modern Oak & Yellow Steel Small Sculptural Chair, France 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Post modern tripod chair in yellow enameled steel with an oak seat and accents.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Post Modern Chairs, France 1980s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Sculptural Post Modern chairs, France 1980s. The chairs are constructed out of a black lacquered
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Post Modern Chairs, France 1980s
Sculptural Post Modern Chairs, France 1980s
H 35.04 in W 14.57 in D 16.15 in
Alain Gaubert Oak "Africanist" Chair, France, 1980s
By Alain Gaubert
Located in Utrecht, NL
This sculptural chair by French designer, Alain Gaubert is an eye-catching nod to minimalist design
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pr. Architectural High Back Wrought Iron Chairs att. to Leopold Gest c. 1980's
By Gustave Toffiche and Léopold Gest
Located in New York, NY
, made in France circa 1980's. Priced and offered as a pair.
Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Design Philippe Starck, Dr Sonderbar Chair, XO - 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Renens, CH
Philippe Starck - Doctor Sonderbar Chair in chromed metal, produced by XO in France, 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Brutalist Monoxyle Chairs, France, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
These brutalist monoxyle chairs are sculpted entirely from single blocks of solid wood, showcasing
Category

Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Monoxyle Chairs, France, 1980s
Brutalist Monoxyle Chairs, France, 1980s
H 24.41 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Club or Side Chairs by Ligne Roset, France 1980s
By Ligne Roset
Located in Beograd, RS
France in 1980s. Good vintage condition with some signs of time and use, such as scratches. When
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

French modern black chairs by Philippe Gonnet for Protis Editions, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
French modern black chairs by Philippe Gonnet for Protis Editions, 1980s Set of six chairs with
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Chair by Yves de la Tour d'Auvergne, 1980s, France
By Yves de La Tour d'Auvergne
Located in Paris, FR
Chair by Yves de la Tour d'Auvergne, 1980s, France . 108 cm high 39 cm deep 44.5 cm wide 47.5 cm
Category

Vintage 1980s French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Black Iron + Cognac Leather High Back Chairs, France 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful pair of 1980s French wrought iron accent chairs featuring tall, narrow backrests and
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Hermes Inspired Saddle Stitched Brown Green Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980s, France
By Roche Bobois
Located in New York, NY
Roche Bobois vintage brown green leather lounge chairs, 1980s, France Beautiful and heavy 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ultrasuede

A Pair of " Atlantique " Chairs by Pascal Mourgue France 1980s
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A pair of " Atlantique " chairs by Pascal Mourgue France 1980s. Editor : Artelano Very
Category

Vintage 1980s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

A Radical Lounge Chair by Patrice Bonneau France 1980s
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A radical lounge chair by Patrice Bonneau France 1980s. Editor : Genexco In black epoxy paint
Category

Vintage 1980s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 leather chairs by Maison Regain, made in France, 1980s
By Maison Regain
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful set of 6 chairs in elm wood and leather, made by Maison Regain in France in the 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

1980s French Club Chairs W/ Floral Fabric - A Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
A stylish pair of 1980s French club chairs, sourced from Provence, France. Expertly handcrafted
Category

Late 20th Century French Country Club Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Set of 4 Costes Philippe Starck chairs, Driade, Aleph, 1980s, France, 1982
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 4 iconic Costes chairs by French designer Philippe Starck. Created by Driade Aleph in the
Category

Vintage 1980s French Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of post-modern chairs in metal and resin, French production, 1980s
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of post-modern chairs in metal and resin, French production, circa 1980. This pair of
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Acrylic Dining or Accent Chair with Leather Cushion, France 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1980s Postmodern dining or accent chair featuring a sculptural acrylic back and armrests, each in
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Mickey Chair by Pierre Colleu for Starform and Disney, France 1980s.
By Pierre Colleu 1, Disney Studios, Starform
Located in Lille, FR
Seat height: 30 cm. Total height : 64 cm Good condition.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl Dining Chairs in Beech, Seltz, France, 1980s
By Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl
Located in grand Lancy, CH
. The chairs were produced by the French manufacturer Ebénisterie Seltz for only a short period of time
Category

Vintage 1980s French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Philippe Starck Costes Chair For DRIADE 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Costes Chair By Philippe STARCK For Driade 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Philippe Starck Costes Chair For DRIADE 1980s
Philippe Starck Costes Chair For DRIADE 1980s
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in
Pair of 1980s Lacquered Wood Modular Chairs.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1980s Lacquered Wood Modular Chairs. Pair of 1980s modular chairs in black lacquered wood
Category

20th Century French Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1980s Lacquered Wood Modular Chairs.
Pair of 1980s Lacquered Wood Modular Chairs.
H 34.65 in W 38.59 in D 19.89 in
1980s Imperial French Louis XIII Leather and Upholstery High Back Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Oversized Amazing Louis XIII Imperial style chair with full grain leather seat and custom fabric
Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XIII Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood

Philippe Starck Costes Chairs for Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Philippe Starck Costes chair for Driade 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Philippe Starck Costes Chairs for Driade 1980s
Philippe Starck Costes Chairs for Driade 1980s
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in
French Mid-Century Red Leather and Steel Chair by Jean Prouvé for Tecta, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in MIlano, IT
French mid-century red leather and steel chair by Jean Prouvé for Tecta, 1980s Chair with steel
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

French Design Pierre Chapo S45 Chairs, Set of Five, 1980s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Renens, CH
Set of five S45 ‘Chlacc’ chairs by Pierre Chapo: “The S45 is one of the most sculptural
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of Six Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl Dining Chairs in Beech, Seltz, France, 1980s
By Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1, Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl
Located in The Hague, NL
. The chairs were produced by the French manufacturer Ebénisterie Seltz for only a short period of time
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

Vintage Costes Chair by Philippr Starck for Aleph 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Vintage Costes chair by Philippe Starck for Aleph 1981 to french famous cafe Costes in Paris.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Lila Hunter Chairs By Philippe Starck For XO 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Lila Hunter chair by Philippe Starck for XO.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Claude Brisson Postmodern Zen Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Ligne Roset, 1980s
By Claude Brisson, Ligne Roset
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern Zen lounge chair and footrest by Claude Brisson for Ligne Roset, France 1980s. Rendered
Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs – 1980s Oak Frames with Red Canvas Backs
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs, anonymous, France 1940s. Oak and bast. Loose back cushion upholstered in red
Category

Vintage 1940s French Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Len Niggelman Longue Chair By Philippe Starck For Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Len Niggelman Longue Chair By Philippe Starck in Black Leather Made By Driade France 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Claude Brisson Postmodern Zen Longue Chair for Ligne Roset 1980s
By Claude Brisson
Located in Čelinac, BA
Postmodern Zen Longue Chair By Claude Brisson for Ligne roset 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Twelve Stackable Chairs with Iron Frame and papercord Seat/Backrest, Italy 1980s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
With a minimalist design that nods to industrial style, these French chairs from the 1980s stand
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Zen Armchair by Claude Brisson for Ligne Roset, France, 1980s
By Claude Brisson, Ligne Roset
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
design. Good condition and vibrant blue colour. 1980s - France Dimensions: Height: 104cm Width: 80cm
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Director Chairs in the Style of Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of striking 1980s French director chairs in the style of Jean-Michel Frank, Andrea Putnam re
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Postmodern Vintage Swivel Plastic Armchair Black Silver Philippe Starck, 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern vintage swivel armchair or desk chair from plastic, aluminum and steel in black and
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1980s Carved Wood Rope Green Bergere Armchairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, carved wood chairs set you could hope to
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1980's table and 6 chairs, by French designer Marc Held
Located in Brecht, BE
an amazing set of table and chairs, created for IBM Montpellier in France, during the 1980's by
Category

Vintage 1980s French Tables

Materials

Metal

1980s, French Steel Design Sofa Chair
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Original French polished steel sofa chair with S-shaped patterns and zebra upholstery
Category

Late 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Iron

1980s, French Steel Design Sofa Chair
1980s, French Steel Design Sofa Chair
H 34.65 in W 27.96 in D 21.66 in
French Mid-Century Modern, Occasional Arm Chairs, Wood, Boucle, France, 1980s
Located in Manhasset, NY
French Mid-Century Modern, Occasional Arm Chairs, Wood, Red Boucle, France, 1980s A pair of 20th
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

ABC Children's Chairs with Coat Rack Set in the form of Pencils, France 1980s
By Pierre Sala
Located in Hannover, DE
Exceptional and rare set of two ABC children's chairs and a clothes rack with a height of 125 cm by
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Metal

Costes Chair By Philippe Starck for Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Philippe Starck Costes chair for Driade 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Plywood

A " Miss Dorn " Chair by Philippe Starck for Disform 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A radical chair by Philippe Starck. Disform 1980s. In original good condition, dark blue fabric
Category

Vintage 1980s French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Philippe Starck Caffee Costes Chair for ALEPH Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Philippe Starck Caffee Costes Armchairs for ALEPH Driade 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Maison Jansen Brass and Orange Velvet Armchairs, 1980s
By Willy Rizzo, Maison Jansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exquisite orange velvet dining chairs, reminiscent of the iconic Maison Jansen style from 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1980s Bicycle Chain Chair
Located in London, GB
Bicycle chain chair with an ingenious seat adjustment system.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1980s Bicycle Chain Chair
1980s Bicycle Chain Chair
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 29.14 in
Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Jean Louis Godivier for UP8, France, 1980s
By Jean Louis Godivier
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Modern sleek design lounge chair and ottoman from French designer Jean Louis Godivier for UP8
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Suede

French Modern Shagreen Armchair by R and Y Augousti, Paris, 1980s
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
French modern Shagreen armchair by R and Y Augousti, Paris, 1980s.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Shagreen

Pair of Hammered Grey "No. 222" Chairs by Robert Mallet for Pallucco, 1980s
By Robert Mallet-Stevens, Pallucco
Located in București, B
These "No. 222" Chairs were designed by Robert Mallet in 1928 and reproduced by Pallucco in the
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Alain Delon Gold-Plated High Back Dining Chairs, France, 1980s
By Maison Jansen, Roche Bobois, Alain Delon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
High-end gold-plated metal high back dining chairs by Alain Delon. Made and designed in France in
Category

Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Set of 4 Hammered Grey "No. 222" Chairs by Robert Mallet for Pallucco, 1980s
By Robert Mallet-Stevens, Pallucco
Located in București, B
These "No. 222" Chairs were designed by Robert Mallet in 1928 and reproduced by Pallucco in the
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of leather 1980s tube chairs
Located in Sint-Kruis, BE
Pair of leather 1980s tube chairs
Category

Late 20th Century French Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather

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1980s French Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1980s French chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1980s French chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. There are all kinds of 1980s French chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. 1980s French chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Philippe Starck, Ligne Roset and Roche Bobois each produced beautiful 1980s French chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are 1980s French Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,400, while they’re typically $165 on the low end and $85,000 highest priced.

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.

Questions About 1980s French Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.