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Maple Arrow Back Lounge Arm Chair att. to Herman De Vries for Cushman 1930/40s
By Herman de Vries, H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Rustic Americana wingback, arrow back, form lounge chair in solid maple, attributed to
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Chairs

Materials

Maple

Restored Two-Strand "40s Transition" Adjustable Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chair. The chair features an arm style that flows
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored "40s Transition" 2-Strand Adjustable Back Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chairs. The chairs feature an arm style that
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan Fan Arm Lounge Chair With Ottoman Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan Art Deco style lounge chair with matching stacked ottoman. The chairs feature
Category

1990s Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan Dark Stained Three-Strand "Staple" Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo-designed two-strand "Staple Arm" lounge chair finished with a
Category

Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored "Triple Triangle" Open Air Pretzel Single Arm Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare "Triple Triangle" arm rattan lounge chair featuring arch looped base and the unique open-air
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Folke Ohlsson teak 'Duxiesta' Adjustable Arm Chair by DUX - Sweden 1960's
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folke Ohlsson teak 'Duxiesta' Adjustable Arm Chair by DUX - Sweden 1960's 1960's Folke Ohlsson for
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Restored Stick Reed Rattan Cathedral Arm Lounge Chair with Cobra Back
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Art Deco era rattan lounge chair with multi-strand stick rattan arms forming Gothic cathedral
Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan Five-Strand Reverse 3/4 Pretzel Single Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a unique one-of-a-kind lounge chair and accent chair featuring a substantial five-strand 3
Category

Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

6 Harden Mid Century Solid Cherry Queen Anne Style Caned Dining Arm Chairs
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Six vintage dining chairs by Harden Furniture, circa 1958. Made of solid cherry featuring a crest
Category

Vintage 1950s American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Cherry

Restored Double Arch Arm Rattan Dining Chairs w/ 7 Strand Back, Set of 6
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 6 restored "Double Arch" Arm Rattan Dining Chairs with 7-Strand vertically stacked backs
Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

ASYM CHAIR - Modern Asymmetrical Sectional Chair in Black Boucle
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
personalized piece of furniture. The chair's overall dimensions are 45" width x 40" depth x 32" height x 25
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair Yuzuru Yamakawa Chairs, for Saccaro 1980s
By Saccaro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Yuzuru Yamakawa bamboo and rattan chairs from the 1980's. We have 2 pairs available
Category

Vintage 1980s Brazilian Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
the muscles of an arm and the weight of a body. The expression of the chair is reminiscent of a weapon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
H 34.65 in W 26.19 in D 28.75 in
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
the muscles of an arm and the weight of a body. The expression of the chair is reminiscent of a weapon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
H 34.65 in W 26.19 in D 28.75 in
Restored Wrought Iron Chair and Ottoman by Dan Johnson for Pacific Iron, USA
By Dan Johnson
Located in Deland, FL
Johnson and produced by Pacific Iron between the late 40's and early 50's, has recently undergone a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Modern Accent Chairs by Carsons Inc Chrome Frames & Oatmeal Herringbone a Pair
By Carson's Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s. This pair of chairs is EXACTLY what the designer ordered!!! WOW
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Four Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner PP 203 Oak and Wenge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Weesp, NL
PP Møbler. PP 203's combined arm, and backrest is made of one piece of solid steam bended wood and
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Wood

Restored Mid-Century Swoop Rattan Accent Side Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Restored Rattan Accent Chair, showcasing a beautifully arched seat back and distinctive swoop arm
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored 1940's Transition Rattan Recliner Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chair. The chair features an arm style that flows
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Stick Reed Rattan Double Strand Spring Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A double-strand arm spring-loaded rattan rocking chair with cushioned back and a rattan stick sided
Category

Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Large "Big Daddy" Woven Wicker Lounge Chair with Matching Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Woven wicker "Big Daddy" lounge chair with large oversize "Round S" arm rest and a oversized back
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

John Widdicomb Parsons Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dallas, TX
furniture. Additional Measures: Arm chairs - 25" W x 26" D x 40" H Side chairs - 19" W x 25" D x 38.5" H
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Restored Rattan Accent Chair, showcasing a beautifully arched seat back and distinctive swoop arm
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Wrapped Reed and Bamboo Swivel Tilt Lounge Chair c. 1970's
By McGuire
Located in New York, NY
Extra grade 1970's vintage swivel, and tilt lounge chair constructed of wrapped rattan, and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Reed

Restored Five-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare five-strand round full pretzel arm rattan lounge chair with fancy wicker wrappings. 1950
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Art Deco era four Double Arch arm rattan rocking chair by Emerson with custom-made cushions
Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Franco Albini Style Stick Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Franco Albini style four Double Arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

MCM Mulhauser for Plycraft "Mr. Chair" Lounge Newly Upholstered in Plaid Leather
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Print Blue Leather Iconic Mid Century Modern George Mulhauser "Mr.Chair" Bentwood Winged Arm Swivel
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Spanish Revival Savonarola Curule Chair Striped Velvety Chenille Fabric
Located in Topeka, KS
imperfections. Circa, 1960-1970’s. This is a chair fit for a KING… or a QUEEN!!! This is an absolutely
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Albini Style Child's Stick Reed Reed Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Child size oversized Franco Albini-style two-strand round arm stick rattan rocking chair
Category

Vintage 1960s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored 1930s Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stunning pair 6 Strand Square Pretzel Arm Rattan Occasional Chairs with stacked base in the Manner
Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Modern Maurice Villency Black Vinyl Faux Leather Button Back Cube Club Chair
By Maurice Villency
Located in Topeka, KS
been repaired. There are light scuffs on the bottom apron and the front of the right arm of the chair
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Restored Art deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge chairs, Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base in the manner of Paul
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Murphy Miller for Plycraft c 1950’s
By Murphy Miller Inc., Plycraft
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century lounge chair and ottoman designed by Murphy Miller for Plycraft, circa 1950’s
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Michael Graves Postmodern Club or Lounge Chairs by David Edward Company
By David Edward, Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in Topeka, KS
We are offering here a large number of Michael Graves designed postmodern club chairs or lounge
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Scandinavian Modern Reclining Wingback Lounge Chair H W Klein for Bramin Mobler
By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Topeka, KS
. Klein for Bramin Mobler has it all! You NEED to make it yours!! Chair Size: • Height: - 40
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern to Post-Modern Purple Striped Multi-Piece Modular Club Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
hole in the left arm that has been patched with fabric from the bottom of the chair and one of the
Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Modern Purple Plum Tone Tuxedo Style Club Chairs by Baker a Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Splendid modern purple plum tone tuxedo style club chairs by Baker a pair. Comprised of loose back
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint, Feathers

1960-1970’s Neoclassic Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard Metal Frame & Striped Velvet
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
way you look at it, this chair ROCKS… and it needs to be YOURS!! Rocking Chair Size: • Height: 40
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Restored pair Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chairs in Style of Frank
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the style of Paul Frankl. Both
Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Reclining Lounge Chair w/ Adjustable Back
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan lounge chair with three-strand round pretzel arms and an
Category

Vintage 1950s Club Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern 5476 lounge chair designed by George Nelson for
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
chairs by Falcon Products Inc. We have 33 and we are selling them separately. Beautiful condition
Category

Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

6 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
chairs by Falcon Products Inc., Set of 6. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and
Category

Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

8 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
chairs by Falcon Products Inc., Set of 8. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and
Category

Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

4 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
chairs by Falcon Products Inc., Set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and
Category

Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Antique French Louis XV Style Ornate Carved Giltwood Fauteuil Armchairs, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
furniture is created to make a statement. Circa 1800’s H 40” W 25” D 23” Seat H 19” Arm H 26”.
Category

Antique 19th Century Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Reed, Giltwood

Restored Teal 3/4 Pretzel Rattan 4-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare teal Three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm 4-seat rattan section sofa features a decorative arch along
Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Osvaldo Borsani P 40 For Tecno 1960's
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brussels, BE
headrest moves up and down, the flexible rubber arm rests can be folded away, and the chair features a flip
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani P 40 For Tecno 1960's
Osvaldo Borsani P 40 For Tecno 1960's
H 40.95 in W 31.5 in D 28.35 in
Restored Circles & Speed Arm Rattan Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rattan chaise lounge with what we at the shop call the Circles and Speed Arm, two-strand side arms
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chaise Longues

Materials

Rattan

Restored 4-Strand Staple Arm Rattan Lounge Chair by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sofas, chairs, and tables, and just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s
Category

Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Arch Arm Rattan Loung Chair & Sofa Living Room Set w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
“ arm design with 2 companion two-strand Arm lounge chairs and a stick rattan ottoman. This mixed
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

6 MCM Brown Jordan Tamiami Outdoor Dining Chairs 4 Side & 2 Arm by Hall Bradley
By Brown Jordan, Hall Bradley
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage MCM (Mid Century Modern) Brown Jordan Tamiami outdoor dining chairs by Hall
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Restored Quad Pole "R" Arm 3 Seat Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare "R" arm rattan 3 seater sofa with "Quad Pole" design featuring 4 strand rattan arms, legs, and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Restored Child Size Three-Strand "Horse Shoe Arm" Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sofas, chairs, and tables, and just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Restored 3 Strand Rattan Spoke Half Moon Arm Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. also invented the "S springs" under the cushions in the early 50s and replaced the wrapping with
Category

Vintage 1930s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Restored Eight-Strand Square Pretzel Arm 3-Seat Section Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Art Deco 8-strand rattan square pretzel arm sectional sofa with seating for three people
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Art "Hawaii" Rattan Fan Arm Two-Seat Sectional Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sofas, chairs, and tables, and just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Mid Century Rattan Swing Arm Floor Lamp w/ Drink Stand
Located in Van Nuys, CA
, Maryland on October 28, 1920. Herb Ritts Sr. also invented the "S springs" under the cushions in the early
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan

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40s Arm Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 40s arm chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, every 40s arm chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 40s arm chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 40s arm chair, designed in the Empire, Mid-Century Modern or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made 40s arm chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Osvaldo Borsani and Tecno are consistently popular.

How Much is a 40s Arm Chair?

Prices for a 40s arm chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $40 and can go as high as $6,596, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.

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.

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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 40s Arm Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A chair with arms is an armchair.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.