Century Ming Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Modern Club Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Brass
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Chairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Lounge Chairs
Rosewood, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Elm
Late 20th Century American Ming Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
20th Century American Ming Lounge Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Club Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Ming Lounge Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Wood
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Corner Chairs
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Elm
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Side Chairs
Wood, Rattan
Late 20th Century Indonesian Ming Dining Room Chairs
Canvas, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Side Chairs
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lounge Chairs
Stone
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany, Burl
Early 20th Century Chinese Side Chairs
Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Textile, Rosewood
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Walnut, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Armchairs
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Side Chairs
Elm
Mid-20th Century Unknown Ming Sofas
Wood
Antique 16th Century Hong Kong Ming Antiquities
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Wood
20th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Ming Armchairs
Cowhide, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Ming Armchairs
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ming Armchairs
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Ming Sofas
Mohair, Bouclé, Wood
Late 20th Century American Armchairs
Mahogany
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Stoneware
Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Armchairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Singaporean Ming Furniture
Hardwood, Mahogany
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How Much are Century Ming Chairs?
- What is a Ming chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Ming chair refers to a typically elaborate and sophisticated piece of seating furniture that was designed during China’s Ming dynasty — an era that saw a deepening of interest in interior design and furniture in the East Asian country owing to the evolution of joinery techniques and a rise in Chinese commerce. Celebrated Danish furniture maker Hans Wegner transitioned from cabinetry to furniture design in the 1940s and, in 1944, began to develop seating based on Ming dynasty chairs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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, 2023To 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2023Some 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.
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