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PK9 Dining Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s
PK9 Dining Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s

PK9 Dining Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s

By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen

Located in Antwerp, BE

The minimalist form reflects Kjærholm’s mastery of combining industrial materials with timeless elegance. All chairs bear the original manufacturer’s stamp, ensuring authenticity.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Set of Six Niels O. Møller Teak Dining Chairs
Set of Six Niels O. Møller Teak Dining Chairs

Set of Six Niels O. Møller Teak Dining Chairs

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Made in Denmark, the chairs bear the manufacturer label. This set includes two model 66 armchairs and four arm-less model 83 side chairs.

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Hans Wegner Model AP 33 Sofa for Anker Petersen Stolen
Hans Wegner Model AP 33 Sofa for Anker Petersen Stolen

Hans Wegner Model AP 33 Sofa for Anker Petersen Stolen

By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Littleton, CO

AP Stolen was also a celebrated cabinet maker and the manufacturer of Wegner's beloved 'Papa Bear' chair. The same quality of craftsmanship is evident in this sofa - and actually vis...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Set of 6 J J Kohn Mundus Cafe Dining Chairs
Set of 6 J J Kohn Mundus Cafe Dining Chairs

Set of 6 J J Kohn Mundus Cafe Dining Chairs

By J & J Kohn & Mundus, Josef Hoffmann

Located in New York, NY

Chairs bear shipping label dated 1954. This set is in later paint, four are pale green, two are black, as shown.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of six French ebonized dining chairs with nickeled sabots
Set of six French ebonized dining chairs with nickeled sabots

Set of six French ebonized dining chairs with nickeled sabots

Located in New York City, NY

Label by Ameublement NF “siege 16 ” The manufacturer won a Gold Medal. The chairs bear their original gold toned cut velvet upholstery and have losses and worn areas of the warp and...

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

Materials

Nickel

1960s Czech Wooden Dining Chairs by Ton, Set of Four
1960s Czech Wooden Dining Chairs by Ton, Set of Four

1960s Czech Wooden Dining Chairs by Ton, Set of Four

By Ton N.P. Bystřice pod Hostýnem

Located in High Point, NC

A set of four mid-20th century shell shaped dining chairs from 1960s Czechia. Made by TON, the company founded by iconic furniture designer and inventor of bentwood Michael Tonet, th...

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Plywood

Set of Four Vintage French Bentwood Dining Chairs by Baumann
Set of Four Vintage French Bentwood Dining Chairs by Baumann

Set of Four Vintage French Bentwood Dining Chairs by Baumann

By Baumann France

Located in London, GB

We have had them stripped and re-polished to a very high standard, the condition is excellent for their age. The chairs all bear the makers mark beneath the seats.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Twelve
1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Twelve

1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Twelve

By Michael Thonet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They don’t get much better than this, nearly all the chairs bear the Thonet stamp under the seat and most also have the original paper label stuck on the sub frame.

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Quantity Available
1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Quantity Available

1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Quantity Available

By Michael Thonet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They don’t get much better than this, nearly all the chairs bear the Thonet stamp under the seat and most also have the original paper label stuck on the sub frame.

Category

Vintage 1930s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six

1930s Original Marked Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Michael Thonet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

They don’t get much better than this, nearly all the chairs bear the Thonet stamp under the seat and most also have the original paper label stuck on the sub frame.

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

French Oak Art Deco Chairs in Taupe Bouclé, France 1930s
French Oak Art Deco Chairs in Taupe Bouclé, France 1930s

French Oak Art Deco Chairs in Taupe Bouclé, France 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The taupe hue exudes a sense of understated opulence, while the bouclé fabric offers both comfort and texture, adding an extra layer of tactile delight to these functional design pie...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Tobia & Afra Scarpa Model Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1970s
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Model Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1970s

Tobia & Afra Scarpa Model Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Oirlo, LI

In excellent condition despite the age of 50 years. Good to know The chair bears the embossed B&B Italia logo, which guarantees authenticity.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chromcraft Chrome "V" Base Tufted Black Vinyl Sculpta Unicorn Star Trek Chairs
Chromcraft Chrome "V" Base Tufted Black Vinyl Sculpta Unicorn Star Trek Chairs

Chromcraft Chrome "V" Base Tufted Black Vinyl Sculpta Unicorn Star Trek Chairs

By Chrome Craft

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This pristine set of time capsule chairs bear the maker's label. A matching dining table is available but sold separately.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Carl Malmsten Dining Chairs in Natural Pine Scandinavian Midcentury
Set of Four Carl Malmsten Dining Chairs in Natural Pine Scandinavian Midcentury

Set of Four Carl Malmsten Dining Chairs in Natural Pine Scandinavian Midcentury

By Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Bridgeport, CT

In style and execution the chairs bears resemblance to the famous Lovö chairs by Malmsten's countryman, Axel Einer Hjorth.

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of six original Mid 20th Century French chairs w/ copper mounts
Set of six original Mid 20th Century French chairs w/ copper mounts

Set of six original Mid 20th Century French chairs w/ copper mounts

Located in New York City, NY

The top wood crest is both aesthetic as well as functional and serves to protect the upholstery from finger prints when handling the chairs. The chairs bear their original warm sienn...

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

Materials

Naugahyde, Beech

Scandinavian Modern Teak Troja Dining Chairs Set of Four by Kai Kristiansen
Scandinavian Modern Teak Troja Dining Chairs Set of Four by Kai Kristiansen

Scandinavian Modern Teak Troja Dining Chairs Set of Four by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen

Located in London, GB

The arms of this curved, round back chair bear similarities to the Paper Knife chair also by Kai Kristiansen.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Chromcraft Swivel Base Tufted Black Vinyl Sculpta Unicorn Star Trek Chair Set
Chromcraft Swivel Base Tufted Black Vinyl Sculpta Unicorn Star Trek Chair Set

Chromcraft Swivel Base Tufted Black Vinyl Sculpta Unicorn Star Trek Chair Set

By Chromcraft

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This pristine set of time capsule chairs bear the maker's label. A matching dining table is available but sold separately upon request.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pottery lamp w/ original string shade from great 60's estate
Pottery lamp w/ original string shade from great 60's estate

Pottery lamp w/ original string shade from great 60's estate

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great pottery lamp from a great estate that a Hans Wegner Papa bear chair, some Peter Hvidt furniture and a Svend Madsen table and chairs that we did purchase and are having restor...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Terracotta, Pottery

Set of Eight Kurt Østervig Dining Chairs for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
Set of Eight Kurt Østervig Dining Chairs for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s

Set of Eight Kurt Østervig Dining Chairs for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s

By Sibast, Kurt Østervig

Located in Utrecht, NL

Additionally, the chairs also bear the mark of the “Danish Quality Control” assuring the highest quality both in materials and execution.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs by Edwards & Roberts, 19th Century
Antique Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs by Edwards & Roberts, 19th Century

Antique Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs by Edwards & Roberts, 19th Century

By Edwards & Roberts

Located in London, GB

The seats have the original double studded tan leather upholstery which has been revived and the filling replenished in our workshops. Each chair bears an ivorine makers plaque on t...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood, Mahogany, Satinwood

Pair of 1980’s Black Glass Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr Tables by Knoll
Pair of 1980’s Black Glass Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr Tables by Knoll

Pair of 1980’s Black Glass Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr Tables by Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pictured next to a Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair in our gallery for scale. These tables are 20 inches tall.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Antique Set of Six Bentwood Dining Side Chairs by Thonet Austria Original Label
Antique Set of Six Bentwood Dining Side Chairs by Thonet Austria Original Label

Antique Set of Six Bentwood Dining Side Chairs by Thonet Austria Original Label

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Created around the turn of the 20th century, each chair still bears its original Thonet label and a stamped Thonet Austria insignia.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set Of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut And Cane Dining Chairs By DUX
Set Of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut And Cane Dining Chairs By DUX

Set Of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut And Cane Dining Chairs By DUX

By Jens Risom, Dux of Sweden

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These chairs have also been attributed to the popular Danish-American designer Jens Risom but this set bears no markings.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Walnut

Set of 4 dining chairs Radiofreccia by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova Italy1970
Set of 4 dining chairs Radiofreccia by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova Italy1970

Set of 4 dining chairs Radiofreccia by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova Italy1970

By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Created for Rima Padova in the 1970s, this chair bears the unmistakable imprint of Rinaldi's artistic ingenuity.

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

Materials

Metal

Regency Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 6 (4+2), Antique Quality, C1825
Regency Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 6 (4+2), Antique Quality, C1825

Regency Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 6 (4+2), Antique Quality, C1825

Located in Wisbech, England

In good antique condition, these chairs bear the marks of their age with historic knocks, marks, losses, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, which are typical of period function...

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Antique 1820s Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 "Superleggera" cane seat dining chairs by Giò Ponti for Cassina 1951
Set of 4 "Superleggera" cane seat dining chairs by Giò Ponti for Cassina 1951

Set of 4 "Superleggera" cane seat dining chairs by Giò Ponti for Cassina 1951

By Cassina, Gio Ponti

Located in Renens, CH

All four chairs bear the Cassina label. The cane seats have been professionally restored to original specifications.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of 2 "Superleggera" cane seat dining chairs by Giò Ponti for Cassina 1951
Set of 2 "Superleggera" cane seat dining chairs by Giò Ponti for Cassina 1951

Set of 2 "Superleggera" cane seat dining chairs by Giò Ponti for Cassina 1951

By Gio Ponti, Cassina

Located in Renens, CH

Two chairs bear the Cassina label. The cane seats have been professionally restored to original specifications.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Ash

italian artisan chairs ca 1955-60 in the style of Mollino, important provenance
italian artisan chairs ca 1955-60 in the style of Mollino, important provenance

italian artisan chairs ca 1955-60 in the style of Mollino, important provenance

By Carlo Mollino

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

The chairs bear a very close resemblance and are faithful in overall basic design to Mollino's chair, the only significant difference being that the solid carved maple wood seats ar...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Vintage Set of 6 Møller Dining Chairs - Model 71 & 55 - Teak with New Leather
Vintage Set of 6 Møller Dining Chairs - Model 71 & 55 - Teak with New Leather

Vintage Set of 6 Møller Dining Chairs - Model 71 & 55 - Teak with New Leather

By J. L. Möller Höjbjerg, Neils O. Möller

Located in Raleigh, NC

Together, they create a cohesive yet dynamic seating arrangement that works beautifully around both round and rectangular dining tables. Each chair bears the quality construction de...

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

Materials

Leather, Teak

Rare Charles Eames LCW in Red Analine Dye for Evans
Rare Charles Eames LCW in Red Analine Dye for Evans

Rare Charles Eames LCW in Red Analine Dye for Evans

Located in New York, NY

This chair however also bears the original Evans decal to its underside indicating its vintage.

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20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Steel

19th Century French Empire Library Armchair
19th Century French Empire Library Armchair

19th Century French Empire Library Armchair

By Jacob-Desmalter

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

As with all the items which we offer for sale it has been attended to by our highly skilled and well trained restorers, who have waxed, cleaned and upholstered it using traditional m...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Solid Teak Custom Asymmetrical Studio Craft Coffee Table
Solid Teak Custom Asymmetrical Studio Craft Coffee Table

Solid Teak Custom Asymmetrical Studio Craft Coffee Table

Located in Culver City, CA

While very Mid-Century Modern in feel, this table would effortlessly flex into any modern, contemporary organic environment, and looks wonderful when paired with Danish modern pieces...

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Vintage 1980s American Craftsman Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of Early Eames LCW for Evans
Pair of Early Eames LCW for Evans

Pair of Early Eames LCW for Evans

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Evans Products Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Shock mounts in good original condition. One chair bears the Evans label. 22" long by 24.5" deep by 26.5" high.

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Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs

Set of Four Matching Swivel Bamboo Armchairs
Set of Four Matching Swivel Bamboo Armchairs

Set of Four Matching Swivel Bamboo Armchairs

By Superior Reed & Rattan Furniture Co. Inc. 1

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful set of four swivel dining height bamboo armchairs with original vinyl back and seat cushions. These chairs bear the original labels ( Superior Reed & Rattan Furniture Co. ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Finn Juhl Model 23-22 Teak Credenza for Baker Furniture
Finn Juhl Model 23-22 Teak Credenza for Baker Furniture

Finn Juhl Model 23-22 Teak Credenza for Baker Furniture

By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl

Located in Culver City, CA

This iconic piece of Mid-Century Modern design is currently paired in the gallery with a Hans Wegner papa bear chair and a Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa and not only does this piece...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple, Teak

AP120 Stool by Hans J. Wegner, Teak & Fabric, Scandinavian Modern
AP120 Stool by Hans J. Wegner, Teak & Fabric, Scandinavian Modern

AP120 Stool by Hans J. Wegner, Teak & Fabric, Scandinavian Modern

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Stockholm, SE

Wegner for AP Møbler, Denmark, 1954 Designed in 1954 as a companion to the iconic Papa Bear Chair, the AP120 Stool by Hans J. Wegner is a refined example of mid-century Danish design...

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Josef Hoffmann for Jacob et Josef Kohn Art nouveau seating set 4+2
Josef Hoffmann for Jacob et Josef Kohn Art nouveau seating set 4+2

Josef Hoffmann for Jacob et Josef Kohn Art nouveau seating set 4+2

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Extraordinarily shaped from fine bentwood (= beech was bent under steam and high pressure), the bench and the chair bear the unique handwriting of Josef Hoffmann - the so-called "Fle...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Set of Eight Armchairs in Oak by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy
Set of Eight Armchairs in Oak by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy

Set of Eight Armchairs in Oak by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy

By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi

Located in Hellouw, NL

All chairs bear the “Officina Rivadossi” mark on the lower stretcher.

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's
Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

Helen & Hobey Baker Credenza, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Culver City, CA

We currently have this piece in the gallery situated with 2 Hans Wegner papa bear chairs, a Kofod Larsen credenza, an Adrian Pearsall coffee table, and not only does this highboy hol...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's
Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

Helen & Hobey Baker Highboy Chest, Walnut and Brass, 1950's

By Helen Hobey, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Culver City, CA

We currently have this piece in the gallery situated with 2 Hans Wegner papa bear chairs, a Kofod Larsen credenza, an Adrian Pearsall coffee table, and not only does this highboy hol...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rustic Black Forest Oak Arm Chair with Carved Bears
Rustic Black Forest Oak Arm Chair with Carved Bears

Rustic Black Forest Oak Arm Chair with Carved Bears

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Black Forest style (19/20th Cent) oak arm chair with 2 carved bears on top of back along with country scenes & oak leaves in relief with an upholstered seat & back panel.

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Early 20th Century Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Minton Spidell Papa Bear Upholstered Chair Sculptural Wingback Armchair
Minton Spidell Papa Bear Upholstered Chair Sculptural Wingback Armchair

Minton Spidell Papa Bear Upholstered Chair Sculptural Wingback Armchair

Located in West Hartford, CT

With a beautiful curved silhouette, this signed Minton Spidell papa bear upholstered chair will make a grand impression.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair Danish Modern Papa Bear Style Teak Lounge Chairs
Pair Danish Modern Papa Bear Style Teak Lounge Chairs

Pair Danish Modern Papa Bear Style Teak Lounge Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Pemberton, NJ

GORGEOUS PAIR OF DANISH MODERN PAPA BEAR STYLE TEAK LOUNGE CHAIRS. NOT SURE OF THE MAKER BUT I DO KNOW THEY ARE FABULOUS!!

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid Century Carved Mahogany Papa Bear Wingback Chair Armchair
Mid Century Carved Mahogany Papa Bear Wingback Chair Armchair

Mid Century Carved Mahogany Papa Bear Wingback Chair Armchair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Sculptural large vintage papa bear wingback reading chair which features new floral fabric, see pictures.

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Rare Danish Model 91 Wingback Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbler, 1950
Rare Danish Model 91 Wingback Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbler, 1950

Rare Danish Model 91 Wingback Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbler, 1950

By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper

Located in Breda, Netherlands

Please do appreciate this chair is not to be recognized for Hans Jørgen Wegner's Papa Bear chair.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Rare George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk, Widdicomb, 1950's
Rare George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk, Widdicomb, 1950's

Rare George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk, Widdicomb, 1950's

By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Culver City, CA

We currently have this piece in the gallery alongside an Edward Wormley for Dunbar coffee table, a Finn Juhl sofa and Hans Wegner Papa bear chair, and not only does this piece hold i...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Six Bill Stephens for Knoll 1305-U Lime Green Bentwood Teak Armchairs
Six Bill Stephens for Knoll 1305-U Lime Green Bentwood Teak Armchairs

Six Bill Stephens for Knoll 1305-U Lime Green Bentwood Teak Armchairs

By Knoll, Bill Stephens

Located in Chattanooga, TN

The back surface is taken down to its black shell, providing a sleek contrast to bright fabric. The chairs bear the Knoll furniture label. Production year is noted on the chairs, May...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Midcentury Italian Faux Lambswool Teddy Bear Wingback Chairs
Pair of Midcentury Italian Faux Lambswool Teddy Bear Wingback Chairs

Pair of Midcentury Italian Faux Lambswool Teddy Bear Wingback Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian wingback armchairs or lounge chairs featuring a faux lambswool upholstery. Appearing like a pair of huggable teddy bears the frames have su...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960s
Danish Modern Hans Wegner Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960s

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Antonio, TX

Table measurements: Hans Wegner is known for designing iconic designs such as the Papa Bear chair, Wishbone chair, Sawbuck chair, Flag Halyard chair, and many others.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Oak

Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore

Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore

By Hancock & Moore

Located in Dallas, TX

To this day, up to 80 hours are spent handcrafting a piece of Hancock & Moore furniture. Every sofa, chair and ottoman bears the signature of the artisan who created it, reflecting t...

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Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore

Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore

By Hancock & Moore

Located in Dallas, TX

To this day, up to 80 hours are spent handcrafting a piece of Hancock & Moore furniture. Every sofa, chair and ottoman bears the signature of the artisan who created it, reflecting t...

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Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Petite Antique English Carved Oakwood Bench Child Doll Chair Teddy Bear
Petite Antique English Carved Oakwood Bench Child Doll Chair Teddy Bear

Petite Antique English Carved Oakwood Bench Child Doll Chair Teddy Bear

Located in Shreveport, LA

Direct from England, a charming little antique English oak bench! I imagine it was lovingly hand constructed and carved for some special child (if only it could “talk” and tell us t...

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Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Children's Furniture

Materials

Oak

Vintage Hand Carved Black Forest Wood Bear Armchair with Bears Climbing the Legs
Vintage Hand Carved Black Forest Wood Bear Armchair with Bears Climbing the Legs

Vintage Hand Carved Black Forest Wood Bear Armchair with Bears Climbing the Legs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely decorative vintage Black Forest wood Bear armchair This chair is part of a suite, I have the matching chair but without arms and a l...

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Mid-20th Century German Black Forest Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Danish Model 91 Wingback Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbler, 1950
Rare Danish Model 91 Wingback Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbler, 1950

Rare Danish Model 91 Wingback Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper Møbler, 1950

By Skipper Mobler, Svend Skipper

Located in Breda, Netherlands

For its resemblance to Hans J. Wegner’s “Papa Bear” chair, this model is often referred to by that name, however, “Model 91” was only made on order.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Rare Hans J. Wegner Stool, Model JH 539
Rare Hans J. Wegner Stool, Model JH 539

Rare Hans J. Wegner Stool, Model JH 539

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Diego, CA

Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Cane, Teak

Sculpta-Grille Bones Screen on Walnut Base by Richard Harvey, 1960s
Sculpta-Grille Bones Screen on Walnut Base by Richard Harvey, 1960s

Sculpta-Grille Bones Screen on Walnut Base by Richard Harvey, 1960s

By Richard Harvey

Located in Culver City, CA

It’s photographed here in our gallery alongside a Marta Blomstedt style scalloped back chair. We currently have this paired with a Paul Evans credednza, Milo Baughman sofa, and Hans ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Resin, Walnut

Pair of "Queen Elizabeth" Deck Chairs
Pair of "Queen Elizabeth" Deck Chairs

Pair of "Queen Elizabeth" Deck Chairs

Located in Baltimore, MD

A fine pair of vintage folding hardwood ocean liner deck chairs with original fitted cushions. Each chair bears a metal plate on the top rail with the words “RMS Queen Elizabeth”.

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Mid-20th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Hardwood

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Bear Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bear chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every bear chair was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a bear chair, we have 388 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bear chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bear chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one bear chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Svend Skipper produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bear Chair?

Prices for a bear chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $495 and can go as high as $61,366, while the average can fetch as much as $13,500.

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 Bear Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Papa Bear chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 for Danish company AP Stolen. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Hans Wegner Papa Bear chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.