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Pair of Mid Century Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of mid century chairs. Great design and condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

  • Pair of Mid Century Chairs
  • Pair of Mid Century Chairs
  • Pair of Mid Century Chairs
  • Pair of Mid Century Chairs
H 27 in. W 26.5 in. D 23.5 in.
Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
By Norman Cherner, The Cherner Chair Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Norman Cherner mid century chair The chair measures: 17 wide x 20.5 deep x 32 high, with a seat
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

  • Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
  • Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
  • Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
  • Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
H 32 in. W 17 in. D 20.5 in.
Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Pair of French 19th century chairs.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Chairs

Materials

Walnut

  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
H 37 in. W 19 in. D 20.5 in.
Pair of Elegant Mid-Century Chair Guglielmo Ulrich Attributed
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of elegant mid-century chair Guglielmo Ulrich attributed.
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Satin, Wood

20th Century Chair English Armchair Leather, Yew Wood
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century chair English armchair Leather, yew wood Classic English armchair / leather
Category

20th Century British Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

17th Century Chair
Located in palm beach, FL
Beautiful pair of French walnut chairs from the 17th century, with twisted legs and cushioned seats
Category

Antique 17th Century Chairs

Materials

Wood

  • 17th Century Chair
  • 17th Century Chair
  • 17th Century Chair
  • 17th Century Chair
H 41.25 in. W 18 in. D 18 in.
Mid Century Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid century cast aluminum and leather chair. Great design.
Category

Vintage 1960s Argentine Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

  • Mid Century Chair
  • Mid Century Chair
  • Mid Century Chair
  • Mid Century Chair
H 29 in. W 29 in. D 32 in.
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Chairs by Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada, circa 1950's
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chic pair of sculptural Italian mid-century chairs by Nino Zoncada, circa 1950's. Chairs have
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Knoll Brno Mid Century Chairs, Set of 4
By Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Knoll BRNO Mid Century chairs - set of 4 Each chair measures: 22 wide x 20 deep x 32 high, with
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

  • Knoll Brno Mid Century Chairs, Set of 4
  • Knoll Brno Mid Century Chairs, Set of 4
  • Knoll Brno Mid Century Chairs, Set of 4
  • Knoll Brno Mid Century Chairs, Set of 4
H 32 in. W 22 in. D 20 in.
Italian Mid-Century Chair with Red Sky Seat, Metal and Wooded Structure, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Chair with red sky seat, metal and wooded structure, 1960s Chair with round
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

CENTURY CHAIR Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Armchair
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chinese Chippendale style armchair by Century Chair Company. Faux bamboo frame with decorative
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Wood

Elegant Pair of French 19th Century Chairs with All Original Gold Gilding
Located in Hopewell, NJ
paint from the 19th century. Chairs are newly reupholstered with a neutral high quality linen cotton
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company
By Century Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of horseshoe armchairs with "scrubbed white" finish by the Century Chair Company, 1987. Please
Category

Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Two 20th-Century Chairs in the Chippendale Type Veneered with Walnut
Located in Opole, PL
Two 20th-Century Chairs in the Chippendale Type Veneered with Walnut Presented pieces of furniture
Category

Early 20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Four 20th-Century Chairs with Openwork Backrests in Red Upholstery
Located in Opole, PL
Set of Four 20th-Century Chairs with Openwork Backrests in Red Upholstery We present you a set of
Category

Early 20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
By Baumritter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking baby blue slipper chair by Baumritter. Simple mid-century style with tufted back and
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

  • Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
  • Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
  • Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
  • Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
H 30 in. W 24 in. D 24 in.
Pair of 18th Century Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century gilt ladies' chairs.
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

  • Pair of 18th Century Chairs
  • Pair of 18th Century Chairs
  • Pair of 18th Century Chairs
  • Pair of 18th Century Chairs
H 34.5 in. W 17 in. D 17 in.
Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, fabric - wooden parts has some signs use - good, original condition. - hight seat 45cm.
Category

1990s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

  • Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
  • Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
  • Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
  • Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
H 29.14 in. W 22.45 in. D 20.48 in.
Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Great set of midcentury chairs. Combining traditional craftmanship and natural materials with a
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Elm

  • Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
  • Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
  • Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
  • Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
H 29.14 in. W 18.51 in. D 17.33 in.
Safari Italian Mid-Century Chair
By Alberto Rossi
Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI
This Is an old Safari italian mid-century chair. This chair come With original leather, usuable
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

  • Safari Italian Mid-Century Chair
  • Safari Italian Mid-Century Chair
  • Safari Italian Mid-Century Chair
  • Safari Italian Mid-Century Chair
H 27.56 in. W 19.69 in. D 19.69 in.
Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Look at the picture for now.
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

  • Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
  • Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
  • Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
  • Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
H 37.5 in. W 16.5 in. D 16.5 in.
Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Chair
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home authentic Mid-Century Modern design with this fantastic chair by Paul McCobb for the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Maple

  • Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Chair
  • Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Chair
  • Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Chair
  • Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Chair
H 30.5 in. W 21.5 in. D 20 in.
Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

  • Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
  • Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
  • Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
  • Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
H 29.93 in. W 17.72 in. D 16.54 in.
Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Whimsical set consisting of four fine Italian-made leather chairs belonging to the 1960s. The frame
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

  • Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
  • Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
  • Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
  • Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
H 29.93 in. W 22.45 in. D 24.02 in.
Pair of French 19th Century Chairs, Mahogany
Located in Belmont, MA
This pair of French 18th century side chairs dates back to around 1820-30 and was made during the
Category

Antique 1820s French Restauration Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs, Mahogany
  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs, Mahogany
  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs, Mahogany
  • Pair of French 19th Century Chairs, Mahogany
H 33.86 in. W 18.51 in. D 16.15 in.
French 19th Century Chairs with Original Black Patina
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully hand carved 19th century French chairs in their original black patina.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Swedish Mid-Century Chairs
By Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of unusual Swedish midcentury teak chairs, reupholstered with an Italian off-white bouclé
Category

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

Materials

Bouclé, Rattan, Teak

  • Pair of Swedish Mid-Century Chairs
  • Pair of Swedish Mid-Century Chairs
  • Pair of Swedish Mid-Century Chairs
  • Pair of Swedish Mid-Century Chairs
H 29.53 in. W 20.48 in. D 17.72 in.
Yellow Mid Century Chair, Fameg Factory, Poland, 1960s.
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable chair A6150 produced in the late 1960s by the Furniture Factory "Fameg" in Radomsko
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four chairs in “caviúna” wood, cane and upholstery, unknown designer, produced by “Hall
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood

  • Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
  • Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
  • Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
  • Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
H 34.26 in. W 16.93 in. D 19.69 in.
Distressed Painted French Louis XV Style Bergere Marquis Chair
By Century Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Distressed painted marquis by Century Chair Co. cream paint with floral upholstery. Measure: 21.5
Category

20th Century American Country Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800
Located in Greven, DE
Set of very unusual 18th century chairs It's a set of four chairs, all with different paintings
Category

Antique 1790s French Directoire Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Five chairs, stackable, metal frame, seat and top rail veneered varnished beech. H. 76 Sh. 44 cm
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

  • Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
  • Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
  • Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
  • Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
H 26.78 in. W 18.12 in. D 18.51 in.
Sculptural Metallic & Velvet Contemporary Mid-Century Chair Futuristic 'Cream'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
The chair by Rankin Rugs Handcrafted in the UK The Chair is one of the first in a new series of
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Chair by Chierowski, in Green Velvet, 1960s
By Jozef Chierowski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
The 200-125 VAR chair, also known as the Aga Chair, is a famous project by Jozef Chierowski. Its
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Clash of 3 different chairs from mid century modern, gold plated, painted and lacquered I learn
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

  • Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
  • Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
  • Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
  • Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
H 32.29 in. W 18.9 in. D 20.48 in.
Mid-Century Chair by Horst Romanus Wanke, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This chair by Horst Romanus Wanke is a really special and rare piece. The high backrest makes the
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six dining chairs with two arm chairs and four side chairs from Century Chair Company
Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Armless Mid Century Chair by Gunlocke after Risom
By Gunlocke, Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Classic midcentury style armless chair, manufactured by Gunlocke, after Risom. Solid walnut frame
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Rococo Louis XV Style Late 19th Century Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Gilt and bronzed hardwood frame. Nyrokoko, the second half of the 19th century. Repairs, marks. I
Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

  • Rococo Louis XV Style Late 19th Century Chair
  • Rococo Louis XV Style Late 19th Century Chair
  • Rococo Louis XV Style Late 19th Century Chair
  • Rococo Louis XV Style Late 19th Century Chair
H 35.04 in. W 22.05 in. D 21.66 in.
Set of Six Mid Century Chairs, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Bbpr Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful set composed of 12 chairs, designed by the group of designers and architects B.B.P.R. in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

  • Bbpr Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
  • Bbpr Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
  • Bbpr Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
  • Bbpr Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
H 33.47 in. W 17.72 in. D 18.12 in.
Italian Mid-Century Chairs in Suede and Black Metal Frame
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Red low seat Italian chair in suede and black metal frame 1970s. Completely restored red suede
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vittorio Nobili Walnut and Velvet Italian Mid-century Chairs, 1955
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Rome, IT
Simple materials but fantastic and unique design for these 4 chairs by Vittorio Nobili. Truly
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Gastone Rinaldi Mid Century Chairs, Italy, C1950
By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in London, GB
A pair of restored and re upholstered Gastone Rinaldi chairs. Italy c1950. Ivory Kvadrat Boucle
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Chippendale Style Side Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of six stylish Chippendale style dining chairs made by Century Chair Company in scrubbed white
Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

  • Set of Six Chippendale Style Side Chairs
  • Set of Six Chippendale Style Side Chairs
  • Set of Six Chippendale Style Side Chairs
  • Set of Six Chippendale Style Side Chairs
H 42 in. W 21.50 in. D 22 in.
Pair of Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo and Cane 20th Century Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Brighton Pavilion style bamboo and cane chairs.
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Regency Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Set of Six Chippendale Style Side Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of six stylish Chippendale style dining chairs made by Century Chair Company in scrubbed white
Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Brazilian Mid-century Chairs in Rosewood by FAI
By Fatima Architects
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Set of upholstered chairs with solid rosewood structure by Fátima Arquitetura e Interiores (FAI
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Pair James Mont Horseshoe Ming Style Chairs Armchairs Century Chair Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair James Mont style horseshoe Ming style armchairs by Century Chair Co. (A). Item features solid
Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs

Set of Two 20th Century Chairs in Dark Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Very beautiful original shape in
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Four 1960's Scandinavian Mid Century Chairs
Located in Brno, CZ
Set of four Mid-Century armchairs reupholstered with a new fabric. These chairs were clearly
Category

Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Set of 6 Dining Danish Modern Mid Century Chairs
By Carlo De Carli
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of 6 Danish modern solid lacquer teak dining chairs circa 1960's, the chairs have been
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Chinese Rosewood 19th Century Chair with Hand Carved Back and Arm Supports
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese rosewood chair from the 19th century, with hand carved splat and arms. Born in China
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pair Century Furniture Chinese Style Black Horseshoe Back Chow Chairs
By Century Furniture, James Mont
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a pair handsome Chinese style black lacquer horseshoe back chow chairs, by Century
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Chairs by Chierowski, in Green Velvet, 1960s, Set of 4
By Jozef Chierowski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
The 200-125 VAR chairs, also known as the Aga Chair, is a famous project by Jozef Chierowski. Its
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Peak of a Century Chair by German Artist Markus Friedrich Staab 2021
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
This 1940's Rattan chair has been creativly revisited by Staab by adding strong colors and vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Papier-mâché 19th Century Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay and Painted Details
Located in Dallas, TX
English 19th century Papier-mâché chair with Mother of Pearl inlay and painted details.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Chairs by Ico Parisi for Fratelli Rizzi, Springs Seat & Leatherette
By Fratelli Rizzi, Ico Parisi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
All originals Mid-century elegant and sturdy pair of chairs attributed to Ico Parisi produced by
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Chairs by Leśniewski in Green Velvet, 1960s, Set of 2
By Leśniewski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
This set of two dining chairs with a modernist silhouette was designed circa 1962 and manufactured
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Brown Wool And Beech Lounge Armchair Mid Century Chair 1970s
Located in London, GB
living or work area. The chair has a wide seat and padded backrest for enhanced comfort. A striking
Category

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

Materials

Wool, Beech

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Century Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of century chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique century chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. We have 85523 antique and vintage century chairs in-stock, while there are 11929 modern editions to choose from as well. Century chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Century chairs bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made century chairs over the years, but those made by Charles and Ray Eames, Knoll and Herman Miller are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Century Chairs?

Prices for century chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, century chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $2,339,573, while the average can fetch as much as $3,192.

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 antique, new and vintage seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Century Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.