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1980s Oak Chairs

Dutch Modernist Oak Chair, 1980s
Dutch Modernist Oak Chair, 1980s

Dutch Modernist Oak Chair, 1980s

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Modernist, minimalist, unique, rustic, wabi-sabi, dutch lounge chair This chair immediately captures attention with its unconventional and striking shape, making it a unique and int...

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood, Paint

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A laminated and carved oak side chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. 16.75” seat height

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Oak Chair by Guillerme et Chambron, Rope Accents, France, 1980s
Oak Chair by Guillerme et Chambron, Rope Accents, France, 1980s

Oak Chair by Guillerme et Chambron, Rope Accents, France, 1980s

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in New York, US

Beautiful oak chair by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1980s Oak and partially sheathed in rope

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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Oak

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A laminated and carved oak side chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. 16.75” seat height

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A laminated and carved oak side chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. 17” seat height

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Side Chair, Oak, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A laminated and carved oak side chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. 17” seat height

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Alain Gaubert Oak "Africanist" Chair, France, 1980s
Alain Gaubert Oak "Africanist" Chair, France, 1980s

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. The construction is as ingeniously simple as it is visually striking. The chair ...

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Oak and Leather Lounge Chair by Pavel Novak, Czech Republic, 1980s
Oak and Leather Lounge Chair by Pavel Novak, Czech Republic, 1980s

Oak and Leather Lounge Chair by Pavel Novak, Czech Republic, 1980s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Generally, Czech mid-century modern designs tend to be more sober than their French, German, American, and even Scandinavian counterparts. However, works by Pavel Novak are an except...

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20th Century Czech Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Oak

1980s Danish Restored Soren Holst Oak Lounge/Easy Chair by Fredericia Furniture
1980s Danish Restored Soren Holst Oak Lounge/Easy Chair by Fredericia Furniture

1980s Danish Restored Soren Holst Oak Lounge/Easy Chair by Fredericia Furniture

By Frederecia Furniture, Søren Holst

Located in Knebel, DK

1980s Danish Restored Soren Holst Oak Lounge/Easy Chair by Fredericia Furniture The Søren Holst lounge chair model 2451 was designed for Fredericia Furniture in 1984 as part of a se...

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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage oak dining chairs, 1980s - Belgium
Vintage oak dining chairs, 1980s - Belgium

Vintage oak dining chairs, 1980s - Belgium

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Elegant hand crafted dining chairs with beautiful curved frames. These chairs were acquired from a belgian family of furniture makers and have been crafted with incredible care and...

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Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Postmodern Oak Dining Chairs, Blue Velvet, Set of 6, 1980s, USA
Postmodern Oak Dining Chairs, Blue Velvet, Set of 6, 1980s, USA

Postmodern Oak Dining Chairs, Blue Velvet, Set of 6, 1980s, USA

By Douglas Furniture

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A distinctive set of six postmodern dining chairs in the 1980s tradition, crafted from solid oak and showcasing sculptural curved backs paired with blue velvet seats subtly patterned...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Oak

Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs – 1980s Oak Frames with Red Canvas Backs
Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs – 1980s Oak Frames with Red Canvas Backs

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 wool. Measurements: H: 87,2 cm/ 34 1/4'' W: 67 cm/ 26 1/2'' D: 56 cm/ 22'' SH: 42 c...

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Vintage 1940s French Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Set of Four Country French Folk Style Os De Mouton Dining Chairs, Oak, 1980s
Set of Four Country French Folk Style Os De Mouton Dining Chairs, Oak, 1980s

Set of Four Country French Folk Style Os De Mouton Dining Chairs, Oak, 1980s

Located in Southampton, NJ

Set of four Country French Folk style "Os De Mouton" ladder back Oak dining chairs, entirely hand crafted old world styling. Solid wood construction with mortis & tenon joinery ...

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Vintage 1980s French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Niels Otto Møller Model 85 Chairs – Oak, Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs, 1980s
Niels Otto Møller Model 85 Chairs – Oak, Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs, 1980s

Niels Otto Møller Model 85 Chairs – Oak, Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs, 1980s

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Hannover, DE

Niels Otto Møller Model 85 Chairs in Oak, Denmark, 1980s — Up to 6 Available Original Niels Otto Møller dining chairs, Model 85, produced in Denmark in the 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Oak Lounge Chair by Soren Holst for A/S Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, 1980s
Oak Lounge Chair by Soren Holst for A/S Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, 1980s

Oak Lounge Chair by Soren Holst for A/S Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, 1980s

By Søren Holst

Located in Delft, NL

Oak Lounge Chair by Soren Holst for A/S Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, 1980s Oak wooden lounge chair with armrests and blue fabric upholstery Design by Soren Holst Model number is ...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

1980s Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Yoke Chairs in Oak and Suede
1980s Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Yoke Chairs in Oak and Suede

1980s Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Yoke Chairs in Oak and Suede

By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bennett designed more than 150 unique chairs for Brickel from the 1960s through the 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Foam, Oak, Leather, Lacquer

1980s Large Single Wingback Chair with Capitoné Backrest, English
1980s Large Single Wingback Chair with Capitoné Backrest, English

1980s Large Single Wingback Chair with Capitoné Backrest, English

Located in London, GB

Elegant 1980s custom-made wingback chair often referred to as a “Wing Chair” with generous curves and padding, upholstered in a deep purple velvet fabric. The chair is very comfortab...

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Vintage 1980s English Modern Wingback Chairs

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Velvet, Oak

Pair of Tripod Lounge Chairs by Pavel Novak, Czechoslovakia 1980s
Pair of Tripod Lounge Chairs by Pavel Novak, Czechoslovakia 1980s

Pair of Tripod Lounge Chairs by Pavel Novak, Czechoslovakia 1980s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The Czech designer, Pavel Novak’s corpus of work is finally starting to surface, and as these chairs show, we are lucky to witness it. Described as a "bedroom genius" whose life and ...

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Vintage 1980s Slovak Modern Lounge Chairs

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Oak, Leather

Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, American Brutalist Design, 1980s
Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, American Brutalist Design, 1980s

Sculptural Solid Wood Armchair, American Brutalist Design, 1980s

Located in Houston, TX

This sculptural solid wood armchair makes a bold architectural statement with its tall, angular back and striking geometric silhouette. The pentagonal backrest and clean, linear plan...

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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Chairs

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Oak

String Chair by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Tranekær Furniture, Denmark, 1980s
String Chair by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Tranekær Furniture, Denmark, 1980s

String Chair by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Tranekær Furniture, Denmark, 1980s

By Niels Jørgen Haugesen, Tranekær Furniture

Located in Nørre Aaby, DK

Distinctive Danish rope chair, also known as the "String Chair", designed by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Tranekær Furniture in the 1980s. Marked Made in Denmark underneath. The chair f...

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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 6 modernist dining chairs by Arnold Merckx for Arco, Dutch design 1980s
Set of 6 modernist dining chairs by Arnold Merckx for Arco, Dutch design 1980s

Set of 6 modernist dining chairs by Arnold Merckx for Arco, Dutch design 1980s

By Arnold Merckx

Located in Zaandam, NL

This elegant dining set of six chairs by Arnold Merckx for Arco hails from the 1980s, a period when Merckx was deeply involved in defining the modern Arco identity.

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

1980s Pair of Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Bentwood Armchair in Oak with Tan Fabric
1980s Pair of Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Bentwood Armchair in Oak with Tan Fabric

1980s Pair of Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Bentwood Armchair in Oak with Tan Fabric

By Don Pettit, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of iconic No. 1105 chairs, designed by Don Petitt for Knoll. This is a notable pair that came from the home of a Knoll employee, who worked at the company f...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Side Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Bentwood

Set of 6 dining chairs by Rob & Dries van den Berghe, 1980s
Set of 6 dining chairs by Rob & Dries van den Berghe, 1980s

Set of 6 dining chairs by Rob & Dries van den Berghe, 1980s

By Bob & Dries Van Den Berghe

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Elegant, sculptural high back dining chairs by Vanden Berghe Pauvers. Upholstered with dark beige fabric. Good condition Dimensions: Height: 108cm/42.51" Seat height: 47cm/18.50"...

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Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

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1980s Solid Oak Dining Chairs with Ivory Upholstery
1980s Solid Oak Dining Chairs with Ivory Upholstery

1980s Solid Oak Dining Chairs with Ivory Upholstery

Unavailable

H 31 in W 19 in D 23 in

1980s Solid Oak Dining Chairs with Ivory Upholstery

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Each chair is crafted from durable solid oak, featuring a clear stain and protective lacquer to showcase the natural wood grain.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Foam, Wood, Upholstery, Oak, Lacquer

Cassina-Style Chairs from the 1980s
Cassina-Style Chairs from the 1980s

Cassina-Style Chairs from the 1980s

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 19.3 in D 16.54 in

Cassina-Style Chairs from the 1980s

Located in Manzano, Friuli Venezia Giulia

1980s Cassina style chairs in black licked oak and backrest decorated with inlaid mother of pearl, straw seat.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs

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Mother-of-Pearl, Straw, Oak

Vintage Czech Oak Dining Chairs from Drevounia, 1980s, Set of 6
Vintage Czech Oak Dining Chairs from Drevounia, 1980s, Set of 6

Vintage Czech Oak Dining Chairs from Drevounia, 1980s, Set of 6

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H 35.44 in W 16.15 in D 17.33 in

Vintage Czech Oak Dining Chairs from Drevounia, 1980s, Set of 6

By Drevounia

Located in Riga, Latvia

Solid oak chairs with old original upholstery. Measures: H 90 cm H(seat) 47 cm W 41 cm D 44 cm.

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Vintage 1980s Czech Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Set of Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1980s
Set of Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1980s

Set of Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1980s

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H 45.67 in W 26.38 in D 27.96 in

Set of Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1980s

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Schagen, NL

Rare set of chairs, consisting of an easy and a lounge chair, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1984. They were produced, circa 1990s. This set features a beautiful upholstery i...

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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wool, Oak

1980s Oak And Leather Open Arm Chair
1980s Oak And Leather Open Arm Chair

1980s Oak And Leather Open Arm Chair

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H 36.62 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in

1980s Oak And Leather Open Arm Chair

Located in Dorchester, GB

A 1980s open arm chair made from oak with woven leather seat and back rest.

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Late 20th Century British Brutalist Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Globe sofa / chairs by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, 1980s
Globe sofa / chairs by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, 1980s

Globe sofa / chairs by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, 1980s

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H 40.16 in W 109.45 in D 81.89 in

Globe sofa / chairs by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, 1980s

By Peter Opsvik, Stokke Møbler

Located in GENDT, NL

Designed by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, Norway 1980s. Lounge group can be set up as a corner sofa, sofa with chair or three chairs.

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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Extraordinary Memphis Style TOTEM Chairs by Torstein Nilsen for Westnofa, 1980s
Extraordinary Memphis Style TOTEM Chairs by Torstein Nilsen for Westnofa, 1980s

Extraordinary Memphis Style TOTEM Chairs by Torstein Nilsen for Westnofa, 1980s

By Westnofa Furniture, Torstein Nilsen

Located in Schagen, NL

These sculptural Norwegian high back dining chairs were designed by Torstein Niksen for Westnofa. This Fan, or Totem chairs feature a massive Oak base with Blue and Red wool upholste...

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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Solid Oak Postmodern Chairs Handcrafted 1980's After Bruno Rey
Pair of Solid Oak Postmodern Chairs Handcrafted 1980's After Bruno Rey

Pair of Solid Oak Postmodern Chairs Handcrafted 1980's After Bruno Rey

By Bruno Rey

Located in San Diego, CA

Great pair of solid oak side chairs incredible craftsmanship no nairs were used, solid and sturdy nice patina freshly recovered in period fabric. one of a kind piece and design.

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20th Century American Post-Modern Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak

Oak Club Chairs, 1980s
Oak Club Chairs, 1980s

Oak Club Chairs, 1980s

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H 29 in W 31 in D 32 in

Oak Club Chairs, 1980s

Located in Chicago, IL

by Hayes Furniture, made 1983 in California featuring a solid oak frame and their original blue upholstery.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Oak

Minimalistic Wall Resting Chair In Oak by F. Weerkamp, Netherlands 1980's
Minimalistic Wall Resting Chair In Oak by F. Weerkamp, Netherlands 1980's

Minimalistic Wall Resting Chair In Oak by F. Weerkamp, Netherlands 1980's

Located in Hellouw, NL

When the back leg is omitted from a chair design we know for sure that we are dealing with a minimalist item. This chair is such a naked essence in terms of form. Design It actuall...

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Oak

Postmodern High Back Side Chair In Oak And Teak, Netherlands 1980's
Postmodern High Back Side Chair In Oak And Teak, Netherlands 1980's

Postmodern High Back Side Chair In Oak And Teak, Netherlands 1980's

Located in Hellouw, NL

Postmodern high back side chair in oak and teak by Dutch artist Frederik Weerkamp. This design strips the concept of a chair down to the point where the function becomes most visible...

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

1980's sculptural Italian dining chairs
1980's sculptural Italian dining chairs

1980's sculptural Italian dining chairs

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H 3.15 in W 16.93 in D 18.51 in

1980's sculptural Italian dining chairs

Located in BE

1980's sculptural Italian dining chairs Stunning set of Italian dining chairs! These five dining chairs are made in Italy but from an unkown manufacturer. They were probably made i...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

1980s Postmodern Sculpted Orange Lacquer Pressed Oak Lounge Chair
1980s Postmodern Sculpted Orange Lacquer Pressed Oak Lounge Chair

1980s Postmodern Sculpted Orange Lacquer Pressed Oak Lounge Chair

Located in Stafford, TX

This chair is absolutely stunning! It's made of many layers of oak pressed together and sculpted! It's very solid heavy and comfortable! Some minor scratches and one what looks to ...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Space Age Lounge Chairs

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Oak

Bespoke Handmade Oak Side Chair by S Feeney, 1980s
Bespoke Handmade Oak Side Chair by S Feeney, 1980s

Bespoke Handmade Oak Side Chair by S Feeney, 1980s

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H 29.93 in W 23.23 in D 18.12 in

Bespoke Handmade Oak Side Chair by S Feeney, 1980s

By Sean Feeney

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Made from solid English Oak and dates from the 1980s. Very well designed and exceptional quality.

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Tub Chair and Ottoman
1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Tub Chair and Ottoman

1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Tub Chair and Ottoman

By Howard Furniture Manufacturing

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Comfort is king with this stylish vintage 1980s barrel chair by Howard Furniture. American made, solid oak throughout!

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Emiel Veranneman 1980's black dining chairs
Emiel Veranneman 1980's black dining chairs

Emiel Veranneman 1980's black dining chairs

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H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in

Emiel Veranneman 1980's black dining chairs

By Emiel Veranneman

Located in BE

Very nice brutalist set of dining room chairs by 1 of Belgium's most famous designers. Emiel Veranneman. He designed these for the famous furniture manufacturer Decoene. They have a...

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Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Germany, 1980s
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Germany, 1980s

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Germany, 1980s

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H 36.23 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Germany, 1980s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Germany, 1980s

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Various Quantities Avail
1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Various Quantities Avail

1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Various Quantities Avail

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1980’s Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark oak dining chair – Various Quantities Available 1980’s Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark oak dining chair – Various Quantities Available.

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Vintage 1980s French Dining Room Chairs

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Bentwood

1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Set of Six
1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Set of Six

1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Set of Six

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1980’s Baumann bentwood classic dark oak dining chair – set of six 1980’s Baumann bentwood classic dark oak dining chair – set of six.

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Vintage 1980s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Set of Eight
1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Set of Eight

1980's Baumann Bentwood Classic Dark Oak Dining Chair, Set of Eight

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1980’s Baumann Bentwood Classic dark oak dining chair – Set of eight 1980’s Baumann Bentwood Classic dark oak dining chair – Set of eight.

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Vintage 1980s French Dining Room Chairs

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Bentwood

Oak Barrel back dining chairs 1980s Italy
Oak Barrel back dining chairs 1980s Italy

Oak Barrel back dining chairs 1980s Italy

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H 28.75 in W 22.45 in D 19.3 in

Oak Barrel back dining chairs 1980s Italy

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Den Haag, NL

4 Very nice barrel shaped dining chairs . Solid Oak frame ,comes with a the original Blue Fabric upholstery. In the style off Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot . Very good condition . go...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

1980's Set of 2 FD133 Finn Juhl Easy Chairs for France & Son
1980's Set of 2 FD133 Finn Juhl Easy Chairs for France & Son

1980's Set of 2 FD133 Finn Juhl Easy Chairs for France & Son

By Finn Juhl, France & Søn

Located in BE

Set of 2 FD133 Finn Juhl easy chairs A magnificent set of 2 Danish easy chairs designed by 1 of Denmark's best and most famous desginers Finn Juhl. These chairs are model FD133 or "...

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Vintage 1980s Danish Lounge Chairs

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Oak

Italian Mid Century Modern Set of Six Solid Oak Wood Chairs, 1980s
Italian Mid Century Modern Set of Six Solid Oak Wood Chairs, 1980s

Italian Mid Century Modern Set of Six Solid Oak Wood Chairs, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern set of six solid oak wood chairs, 1960s. Fantastic and very rre set of six chairs in solid oak wood with round section legs and curved and inclined backrest.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

1980s White Oak Chairs in Pierre Frey Virgin Wool Plaid, a pair
1980s White Oak Chairs in Pierre Frey Virgin Wool Plaid, a pair

1980s White Oak Chairs in Pierre Frey Virgin Wool Plaid, a pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Custom-made by an unknown designer and fully reupholstered. Both have age-appropriate wear including scuffs and scratches. There are also some splits in the wood and chips missing. B...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool

Set of Four Stools in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1980s
Set of Four Stools in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1980s

Set of Four Stools in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1980s

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H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 18.9 in

Set of Four Stools in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1980s

By Hans J. Wegner, P.P. Møbler 1

Located in Lejre, DK

Set of four stools in oak. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by P.P. Møbler in the 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Carved Wooden Tree Trunk Chairs, France, 1980s
Carved Wooden Tree Trunk Chairs, France, 1980s

Carved Wooden Tree Trunk Chairs, France, 1980s

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H 42.92 in W 22.45 in D 18.51 in

Carved Wooden Tree Trunk Chairs, France, 1980s

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Crafted from solid tree trunks, each chair tells its own story. The natural imperfections and unique grains of the wood make no two chairs exactly alike. Each piece has its organic, ...

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pair of Alain Gaubert “Africanist” Chairs, France, 1980s
Pair of Alain Gaubert “Africanist” Chairs, France, 1980s

Pair of Alain Gaubert “Africanist” Chairs, France, 1980s

By Alain Gaubert

Located in Utrecht, NL

This pair of chairs by French designer, Alain Gaubert is an eye-catching nod to Minimalist design. The construction is as ingeniously simple as it is visually striking. The chairs...

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Karl Springer Dowelwood Lounge Chair, 1980s
Karl Springer Dowelwood Lounge Chair, 1980s

Karl Springer Dowelwood Lounge Chair, 1980s

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H 29.5 in W 33 in D 35 in

Karl Springer Dowelwood Lounge Chair, 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Dowelwood arm chair", a lounge chair in solid oak with seat and back cushions by Karl Springer, American 1980's.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Oak

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1980s Oak Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1980s oak chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1980s oak chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. There are all kinds of 1980s oak 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 1980s oak chairs are consistently popular styles. Søren Holst, Alain Gaubert and Arnold Merckx each produced beautiful 1980s oak chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are 1980s Oak Chairs?

Prices for 1980s oak chairs start at $400 and top out at $35,762 with the average selling for $3,600.

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.