Brutal Chair by Alexander Lotersztain
Located in Geneve, CH
Brutal Chair by Alexander Lotersztain Limited Edition.
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Brutalism Chairs
Danish Modern Sculptural Pair of Rocking Chairs Lambswool & Oak, Brutalism, 1950
$4,000 / set
H 45.28 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Danish Modern Sculptural Pair of Rocking Chairs Lambswool & Oak, Brutalism, 1950
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of sculptural rocking chairs, made in the 1950s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker, embodies the Brutalist aesthetic with its bold design. Crafted from solid oak, the chairs ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
Pair of armchairs with beechwood frames and leather upholstery - Brutalism -
$1,752 / set
H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Pair of armchairs with beechwood frames and leather upholstery - Brutalism -
Located in Madrid, España
Pair of armchairs with beechwood frames and leather upholstery - Brutalism - c. 1950 - Spain Dimensions: 78 x 55 x 55 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Toffee Chair, sculptural aluminium chair by Supaform
By Supaform
Located in Florence, IT
This tension is further emphasized through the choice of material. At first glance, the chair appears more brutal and heavy than it actually is.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mirror Lounge Chair
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Designed by Project 213A in 2020. This lounge chair’s brutal and minimal shape will complement the interior as well as reflect it.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mirror
Mirror Lounge Chair
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Designed by Project 213A in 2020. This lounge chair’s brutal and minimal shape will complement the interior as well as reflect it.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mirror
Mirror Lounge Chair by Project 213A
Located in Geneve, CH
This lounge chair’s brutal and minimal shape will complement the interior as well as reflect it.
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Glass
6 Beech Wood Dining Chairs, 1940s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Solid and massive chairs in a brutal eclectic style, beechwood, floral tapestry fabric.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of Six Spanish Brutalist Dining Chairs c.1970s
Located in London, GB
This set of six Brutalist dining chairs was produced in Spain during the 1970s. Each chair features a robust solid oak frame, emphasizing the characteristic raw aesthetic of Brutalism.
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Sculptural Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Oak, France, 1960s
$5,842 / set
H 40.56 in W 17.72 in D 22.84 in
Sculptural Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Oak, France, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
The triangular backside of the chairs is a nod to the architectural roots of Brutalism and gives the chairs a visually attractive appearance from all angles.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Belgian Brutalist Oak Armchairs by De Puydt
By De Puydt
Located in London, London
The perfect blend of brutalism and warmth — these are chairs with real presence.
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
One of a Kind Studio Charles B. Cobb Armchair, US, 1977
By Charles B. Cobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Made in American walnut. This is the first chair he ever made. A heavy brutal piece. A fantastic chair of American studio craft.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Extraordinary Sculptural Handmade Reinforcing Steel Cantilever Armchair, 1990s
$1,402
H 50.79 in W 26.38 in D 21.66 in
Extraordinary Sculptural Handmade Reinforcing Steel Cantilever Armchair, 1990s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Precisely crafted and has, we find, very coherent proportions. We have the chair covered with soft sheepskin. The chair looks brutal and cozy at the same time.
Category
1990s German Brutalist Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Recent Sales
Set of six dining brutal style chairs
Located in Paris, ile de france
A set of six impressive brutal style period dining chairs , Fully reupholstered with a very thick raw silk fabric- The base of an x shaped base made of wood covered with brutal st...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron Side Chair Brutal Black Wrought Iron Handcrafted
By Cristina Omarrementeria
Located in VALÈNCIA, ES
The Fierro chair is a functional brutal style product. Iron, an indispensable material for technological and cultural evolution, has been linked to the history of human life, omnipr...
Category
2010s Side Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Iron Daybed Brutal Black Wrought Iron Handcrafted
By Cristina Omarrementeria
Located in VALÈNCIA, ES
The Fierro daybed is a brutal style product. Iron, an indispensable material for technological and cultural evolution, has been linked to the history of human life, omnipresent in i...
Category
2010s Spanish Side Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Katedra Chair
By Rö Furnitures
Located in Milano, IT
The KATEDRA chair is a unique furniture piece that reflects the modern design trends of brutalism, bunker, and minimalism.
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
La Santa María Chair
By Jose Cortes
Located in XIRIVELLA, ES
La Santa María chair is an experimental piece of furniture designed with a unique combination of elegance and brutalism.
Category
2010s Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
La Santa María Chair Black
By Jose Cortes
Located in XIRIVELLA, ES
La Santa María chair is an experimental piece of furniture designed with a unique combination of elegance and brutalism.
Category
2010s Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of ten Brutal Stle Paul Evans Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
A Fantastic set of the Paul Evans Brutal style dining chairs. There are two arm chairs (PE-105) and eight side chairs(PE-106).
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Striking Brutal Dining Chairs Set of Six Torch Cut Steel in Gold Leaf Finish
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H 36 in W 19 in D 22 in
Striking Brutal Dining Chairs Set of Six Torch Cut Steel in Gold Leaf Finish
By Daniel Gluck
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare dining chairs set of six in the style of Daniel Gluck, nice condition a great set of six original cushion in green velvet easy to replace, each chair swivel all the way solid an...
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Cut Steel
Brazilian Style Brutal Lounge Chair in Brown Leather by Göte Möbler Nässjö, 1970
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H 27.56 in W 37.8 in D 31.5 in
Brazilian Style Brutal Lounge Chair in Brown Leather by Göte Möbler Nässjö, 1970
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Brutalist / Brazilian style lounge chair made by Göte Möbler Nässjö in Sweden in brown leather. The wooden construction is made of beech. Sits absolutely very comfortable e...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
1970s Brazilian Style Brutal Lounge Chair in Brown Leather by Göte Möbler Nässjö
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H 27.56 in W 37.8 in D 31.5 in
1970s Brazilian Style Brutal Lounge Chair in Brown Leather by Göte Möbler Nässjö
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Brutalist / Brazilian style lounge chair made by Göte Möbler Nässjö in Sweden in brown leather. The wooden construction is made of beech. Sits absolutely very comfortable e...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Brutalist Chair, France, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Brutalist handmade chair made of solid wood from circa 1950s. With a robust organic form and an earth-toned palette, this chair is the embodiment of Brutalism.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Ensemble of Six Decorative Italian Chairs, 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Brussels, BE
This gives a coherent and elegant ensemble with a touch of brutalism. The chairs are comfortable to seat in.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Solid Wood Brutalist Low Chair, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
With a robust organic form and an earth-toned palette, this chair is the embodiment of Brutalism. The chair has a refined rawness, and with its warm-toned and slightly asymmetrical b...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Solid Wood Brutalist Low Chairs, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
With a robust organic form and an earth-toned palette, this pair of chairs is the embodiment of Brutalism. The chairs have a refined rawness, and with their warm-toned and slightly a...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Solid Wood Brutalist Chairs with Mortise and Tenon Joinery, Europe, circa 1960s
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H 32.29 in W 18.51 in D 20.48 in
Solid Wood Brutalist Chairs with Mortise and Tenon Joinery, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
With a robust organic form and an earth-toned palette, this pair of chairs is the embodiment of Brutalism. The chairs have a refined rawness, and with their warm-toned and slightly a...
Category
Vintage 1960s European Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
1960's Czech Bentwood Chapel Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Elegant yet slightly brutal Chapel chairs from the Czech Republic. Made in steam bent and laminated beech they have a generous wide seat and very comfortable backs.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1960's, Czech Bentwood Chapel Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Elegant yet slightly brutal Chapel chairs from the Czech Republic. Made in steam bent and laminated beech they have a generous wide seat and very comfortable backs.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Aranjou Edition Brutalist Solid Wood "T-Chair" Set, France 1950s
By Olavi Hanninen
Located in Utrecht, NL
With a robust organic form and an earth-toned palette, this set of dining chairs is the embodiment of Brutalism. The chairs have a startling rawness, but with their warm-toned and sl...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Brutal dining table and 6 chairs by Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Brutal dining table and six chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft & Associates.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Sets
Materials
Bronze
Brutalist chair by Illana Goor
Located in New Orleans, LA
The rough, tactile surfaces, with their intentionally unfinished, raw edges, evoke a sense of strength and permanence, characteristic of Brutalism. The chair’s form is geometric and ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Brutalist Brazilian Armchair with Cognac Leather Seating
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brazilian modern lounge chair, brutalism 1960s Brazil easy chair in solid jacaranda which is strong in appearance.
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Borsani Italian Walnut Dining Chair, Art deco, Brutalism 1950's
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Antwerp, BE
Osvaldo Borsani style dining chairs from 1950, Italy; Italian design; Art Deco; Brutalism; Scarpa influenced by the more expressive and curvaceous wing of Art Deco and Brutalist d...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Danish Modern Sculptural Par of Rocking Chairs in Solid Oak, Brutalism, 1950s
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H 44.49 in W 22.05 in D 23.63 in
Danish Modern Sculptural Par of Rocking Chairs in Solid Oak, Brutalism, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A fine pair of mid century rocking chairs in solid oak. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1950s. Beautiful curves and a strong impression in this vintage pair. This decorative pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid Century, Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Pine & Papercord, Brutalism, 1970s
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H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Danish Mid Century, Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Pine & Papercord, Brutalism, 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 6 mid century Danish dining chairs in solid pine with papercord seats. The design reminds us of the work by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner. This fine set is in a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Pine
Set of 4 Brutalist Mid-Century Wai Sabi Oak De Puydt Chairs Belgium 70's
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H 44.1 in W 16.54 in D 20.87 in
Set of 4 Brutalist Mid-Century Wai Sabi Oak De Puydt Chairs Belgium 70's
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautifully sculptural and geometric brutalist chairs. Typical for Brutalism is the solid, somewhat rougher wood with visible joints and connections crafted, hewn and worked by ha...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 3 Brutalist Pendant Lights
By Mark Bell
Located in Berkeley, CA
These are the kind of light fixture Brutalist Architect Marcel Breuer would have used to hang over one of his cool chair designs. Brutalism in design. A style that intentionally att...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
California Brutal Studio Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom hand made Chair with hammered Metal and California Cedar, Suede Leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Chairs
Brutalist Stained Oak Dining Chair by Emiel Veranneman for De Coene Belgium 1970
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H 33.86 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Brutalist Stained Oak Dining Chair by Emiel Veranneman for De Coene Belgium 1970
By Emiel Veranneman
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
The end result was indeed an interior, with the use of a lot of black, that resembles a hybrid of modernism and brutalism. The chairs were likely specifically commissioned by Vand...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
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Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Contemporary Art
Materials
Wood
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
$434 / item
H 3.54 in W 4.92 in D 5.51 in
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
GALUPA Art Deco Wall Sconce, a masterpiece of design that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. This stunning wall sconce is crafted in the timeless Art Deco style, featu...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Organic Modern Center Table Jean in Natural Travertine Marble Stone
$2,616 / item
H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Organic Modern Center Table Jean in Natural Travertine Marble Stone
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Jean oval center table is unique in its conception with Organic Modern inspiration. Natural Stone is unrepeatable in its individuality, this way each Jean center table is unique fea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Brutalist Center Tables
Materials
Marble
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1962, Set of 2
$13,600 / set
H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1962, Set of 2
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, camel velvet, Italy, 1962, set of two. The design of Marco Zanuso's "Square" armchairs, produced for Arflex in 1960s, reflects his commit...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Shell Sconces, 60s, Pair.
$2,278 / set
H 11.62 in W 9.26 in D 3.94 in
Barovier Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Shell Sconces, 60s, Pair.
By Barovier
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-century modern shell-shaped wall lights, made in Italy in Murano in the style of Barovier, in Graniglia Murano glass, mounted on a white lacquered metal and brass base, 1960s. Re...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Peter Glassford Matte White Reclaimed Wood Collage, Set of 2 Brutalist Tiles
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Peter Glassford Matte White Reclaimed Wood Collage, Set of 2 Brutalist Tiles
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural Matte White collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of...
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Cabinet / Sideboard in Teak & Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s
$2,800
H 43.31 in W 59.45 in D 16.93 in
Mid-Century Cabinet / Sideboard in Teak & Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Lovely rare cabinet in teak & oak. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in 1960s. Highlighted details and plenty of shelves featured in this beautiful cabinet. A fine vintage object that...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Teak
A large pendant by Harald Notini
By Harald Notini
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamps model “11555” designed by Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Stockholm, 1940s. Shade in ivory glass, braided rattan, brass. Glass shades H 23″, Drop 55″. ...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
1870s-1900s Japanese antique Mizuya tansu chest sideboard wabi sabi primitive
$2,168Sale Price|20% Off
H 32.68 in W 57.68 in D 21.46 in
1870s-1900s Japanese antique Mizuya tansu chest sideboard wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from Tohoku area, Japan. This single tier Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho period)...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Giancarlo Palanti Italian Art Deco Stool, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
A glamorous Italian Art Deco mahogany stool designed by Italian architect, Giancarlo Palanti, circa 1930 with elegant high backrest; with simple and streamlined design and elegant cu...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Stools
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Monumental French Brutalist Walnut Daybed, Sculptural with Bouclé Upholstery.
$8,960
H 25.99 in W 80.71 in D 53.15 in
Monumental French Brutalist Walnut Daybed, Sculptural with Bouclé Upholstery.
Located in Almelo, NL
Monumental French Brutalist Walnut Daybed, Sculptural with Teddy Bouclé Upholstery, France, 1950s A rare and commanding piece of mid-century design, this monumental French Brutalist...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Modern, Model "T3" Table Lamp by Niels Rasmussen Thykier, Made in 1930s
$2,600
H 18.12 in Dm 14.97 in
Danish Modern, Model "T3" Table Lamp by Niels Rasmussen Thykier, Made in 1930s
By Niels Rasmussen Thykier
Located in Odense, DK
Rare table lamp by Niels Rasmusen Thykier, model ''T3” Major. Frame and top of brass, fabric in oil-impregnated red/orange paper screen. A first edition lamp from early production (1...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
$19,450Sale Price / set|22% Off
H 23 in W 70 in D 36 in
Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It doesn't get much cooler than this early year (original) collectors set of the model-932 'Quartet' sectional by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Released in 1964, this example has incred...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Napoli Reproduction Club Chair in Natural Cotton Canvas
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Over 2000 items in stock, scroll down and select view all to see our current ready to ship furniture and accessories! Price is per item, this is custom made to order. We do have 1 fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Cotton, Wood
Taraxacum Pendant by Castiglioni Italy, circa 1960
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Culver City, CA
Italy, 1960 Designed by Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglione, with internal steel structure and transparent resin cocoon. 26”dia x 20”h Ref. L5217 $ 8,400
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Pair of Small Brass and Tobacco Glass Globe Table Lamps
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of small table lamps, made of a brass cylinder foot topped with an opened top glass globe tinted in a tobacco colour. Ideal for a bedside use thanks to their small size and dimm...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Brutalism Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of brutalism chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, oak and metal, all brutalism chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 36 antique and vintage brutalism chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 40 modern editions to choose from as well. Brutalism chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Brutalism chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but modern, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Brutalism chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Lucas Morten, Sizar Alexis and Directional are consistently popular.
How Much are Brutalism Chairs?
Prices for brutalism chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, brutalism chairs begin at $276 and can go as high as $38,400, while the average can fetch as much as $3,809.
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.
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