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Pair Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 2 Chinese Chippendale dining chairs by Century Furniture Faux bamboo in an antiqued
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

  • Pair Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Pair Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Pair Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Pair Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture

Pair Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture

H 39 in. W 22 in. D 24 in.
Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
A rich, decadent black lacquered finish wraps these beautiful chairs by Century Furniture in the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

  • Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture

Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture

H 29 in. W 31 in. D 27 in.
Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Very Comfortable Century
Category

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

Materials

Fabric

  • Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture

Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture

H 36 in. W 39 in. D 42 in.
Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE Approximate Measurements in Inches 41.5" high at back 24" wide
Category

Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

  • Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4
  • Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4
  • Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4
  • Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4

Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4

H 41.5 in. W 24 in. D 24 in.
French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE Seats are made of a shiny, stain-resistant fabric. Approximate
Category

Vintage 1970s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

  • French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
  • French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
  • French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
  • French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6

French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6

H 42 in. W 23 in. D 24 in.
Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Jay Spectre for Century, the "Eclipse" lounge chair is a post-modern take on Deco
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

  • Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century
  • Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century
  • Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century
  • Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century

Jay Spectre Eclipse Chair by Century

H 34 in. W 26 in. D 34 in.
James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Style Lounge Club Chair by Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
James Mont style Horseshoe Ming style Lounge club chair by Century. Item features solid wood frame
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

  • James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Style Lounge Club Chair by Century
  • James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Style Lounge Club Chair by Century
  • James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Style Lounge Club Chair by Century
  • James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Style Lounge Club Chair by Century

James Mont Style Horseshoe Ming Style Lounge Club Chair by Century

H 29.5 in. W 29 in. D 27.5 in.
Os De Mouton Wingback Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 8
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Mouton wingback dining chairs by Century Furniture Includes 2 wingback armchairs and 6 side chairs
Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

  • Os De Mouton Wingback Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 8
  • Os De Mouton Wingback Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 8
  • Os De Mouton Wingback Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 8
  • Os De Mouton Wingback Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 8

Os De Mouton Wingback Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 8

H 48 in. W 24 in. D 26 in.
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

  • Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century
  • Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century
  • Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century
  • Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century

Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century

H 40.5 in. W 22 in. D 21 in.
Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company
By Century Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Great Art Deco Revival low slung lounge chair with cream lacquer frame, brass feet, and upholstered
Category

Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

  • Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company
  • Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company
  • Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company
  • Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company

Low Slung Lounge Chair by Century Furniture Company

H 28 in. W 29 in. D 28 in.
Pair of Elegant 1960s Club Chairs by Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and sophisticated, this pair of art deco inspired club chairs, often misattributed to
Category

Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

  • Pair of Elegant 1960s Club Chairs by Century
  • Pair of Elegant 1960s Club Chairs by Century
  • Pair of Elegant 1960s Club Chairs by Century
  • Pair of Elegant 1960s Club Chairs by Century

Pair of Elegant 1960s Club Chairs by Century

H 26.75 in. W 26 in. D 26 in.
Regency Style Leather Executive Office Chair by Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately leather executive swivel office chair crafted by Century Furniture. The chair features a
Category

20th Century American Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

  • Regency Style Leather Executive Office Chair by Century
  • Regency Style Leather Executive Office Chair by Century
  • Regency Style Leather Executive Office Chair by Century
  • Regency Style Leather Executive Office Chair by Century

Regency Style Leather Executive Office Chair by Century

H 41 in. W 24.5 in. D 28 in.
Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
comfortable Century Furniture co oversized beige lounge chairs Approximate Measurements in Inches 36" high
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

  • Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair
  • Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair
  • Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair
  • Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair

Oversized Beige Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture Co - A Pair

H 36 in. W 39 in. D 42 in.
Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
By James Mont, Century Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent pair of large Chinese ming style horseshoe lounge chairs made by Century. Originally
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

  • Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
  • Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
  • Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
  • Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century

Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century

H 29.5 in. W 31 in. D 27 in.
Fine Set of 8 Vintage Asian Style Dining Chairs by Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Including 2 arm and 6 side chairs in an elegant high gloss black finish. With classic splats with
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

  • Fine Set of 8 Vintage Asian Style Dining Chairs by Century
  • Fine Set of 8 Vintage Asian Style Dining Chairs by Century
  • Fine Set of 8 Vintage Asian Style Dining Chairs by Century
  • Fine Set of 8 Vintage Asian Style Dining Chairs by Century

Fine Set of 8 Vintage Asian Style Dining Chairs by Century

H 40 in. W 19.25 in. D 20 in.
Pair of Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstered Slipper Chairs
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine pair of slipper chairs in mid century velvet by the iconic designer Jack Lenor Larsen in an
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet

  • Pair of Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstered Slipper Chairs
  • Pair of Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstered Slipper Chairs
  • Pair of Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstered Slipper Chairs
  • Pair of Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstered Slipper Chairs

Pair of Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstered Slipper Chairs

H 32 in. W 24 in. D 31 in.
Mies van der Rohe MR10 Sling Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Beirut, LB
The chair features Black belting leather used as slings for the backrest and seat, and tubular chrome
Category

Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

  • Mies van der Rohe MR10 Sling Lounge Chairs
  • Mies van der Rohe MR10 Sling Lounge Chairs
  • Mies van der Rohe MR10 Sling Lounge Chairs
  • Mies van der Rohe MR10 Sling Lounge Chairs

Mies van der Rohe MR10 Sling Lounge Chairs

H 33.08 in. W 20.48 in. D 24.41 in.
Mid-Century Modern German School Chair by Casala
By Casala
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern German school chair by Casala. Made for German school in the 1960s. Strong
Category

Vintage 1960s German Chairs

Materials

Beech

  • Mid-Century Modern German School Chair by Casala
  • Mid-Century Modern German School Chair by Casala
  • Mid-Century Modern German School Chair by Casala
  • Mid-Century Modern German School Chair by Casala

Mid-Century Modern German School Chair by Casala

H 25.99 in. W 13.78 in. D 14.57 in.
1960s Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Arne Norell Lounge Chair. Easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell
Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

  • 1960s Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Sweden
  • 1960s Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Sweden
  • 1960s Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Sweden
  • 1960s Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Sweden

1960s Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Sweden

H 29.53 in. W 29.53 in. D 31.5 in.
Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
. These iconic Bauhaus modernist chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930 feature clean lines and a
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

  • Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
  • Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
  • Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
  • Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe

Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe

H 31.5 in. W 22.75 in. D 22.5 in.
Pair French Style Carved Satinwood Bergère Chairs by Century, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A pair of French style Bergere armchairs by century offer stylized foliate carved satinwood frames
Category

20th Century American Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Satinwood

  • Pair French Style Carved Satinwood Bergère Chairs by Century, 20th Century
  • Pair French Style Carved Satinwood Bergère Chairs by Century, 20th Century
  • Pair French Style Carved Satinwood Bergère Chairs by Century, 20th Century
  • Pair French Style Carved Satinwood Bergère Chairs by Century, 20th Century

Pair French Style Carved Satinwood Bergère Chairs by Century, 20th Century

H 38.25 in. W 24.25 in. D 24 in.
Pair of Cy Mann Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs
By Cy Mann
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair of nickel chrome armchairs by Cy Mann and in the style of Milo Baughman. The chairs are the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Nickel, Steel

  • Pair of Cy Mann Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs
  • Pair of Cy Mann Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs
  • Pair of Cy Mann Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs
  • Pair of Cy Mann Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs

Pair of Cy Mann Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs

H 26.75 in. W 29.25 in. D 32 in.
Set of Four Century Carved Oak Side Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Set of four carved oak palm frond motif side chairs by Century with upholstered seats.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

  • Set of Four Century Carved Oak Side Chairs
  • Set of Four Century Carved Oak Side Chairs
  • Set of Four Century Carved Oak Side Chairs
  • Set of Four Century Carved Oak Side Chairs

Set of Four Century Carved Oak Side Chairs

H 40 in. W 24 in. D 27 in.
Provasi Parcel-Gilt Louis Vxi Style Upholstered Bergere
By Provasi
Located in Miami, FL
the family name to represent quality and fine craftsmanship. This hand-made chair is luxuriously
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XIV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Giltwood, Fabric

  • Provasi Parcel-Gilt Louis Vxi Style Upholstered Bergere
  • Provasi Parcel-Gilt Louis Vxi Style Upholstered Bergere
  • Provasi Parcel-Gilt Louis Vxi Style Upholstered Bergere
  • Provasi Parcel-Gilt Louis Vxi Style Upholstered Bergere

Provasi Parcel-Gilt Louis Vxi Style Upholstered Bergere

H 39.3 in. W 33.4 in. D 31.4 in.
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

  • Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
  • Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
  • Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
  • Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak

Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak

H 45 in. W 27 in. D 30 in.
Brutalist Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Upholstery in Goat Hide
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Robust and heavy massive oak lounge chair with ottoman, both upholstered in goathide. Brutalism is
Category

Late 20th Century European Brutalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Goatskin

  • Brutalist Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Upholstery in Goat Hide
  • Brutalist Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Upholstery in Goat Hide
  • Brutalist Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Upholstery in Goat Hide
  • Brutalist Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Upholstery in Goat Hide

Brutalist Oak Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Upholstery in Goat Hide

H 37.41 in. W 27.56 in. D 39.38 in.
Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Late 18th-century set of six ladder-back dining chairs, shaped and pierced cresting and back rails
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Irish George III Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

  • Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs
  • Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs
  • Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs
  • Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs

Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs

H 37 in. W 20 in. D 18 in.
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

  • Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company
  • Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company
  • Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company
  • Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company

Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company

H 30.5 in. W 30.5 in. D 24 in.
Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Queen Anne or Georgian style carved mahogany side chair, dining chair, or desk chair
Category

Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

  • Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair
  • Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair
  • Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair
  • Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair

Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair

H 39.5 in. W 20.5 in. D 21.25 in.
"Dialogo" Brown Leather Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Sacile, PN
“Dialogo" brown leather and walnut dining chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy 70s The ‘Dialogo
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

  • "Dialogo" Brown Leather Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s
  • "Dialogo" Brown Leather Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s
  • "Dialogo" Brown Leather Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s
  • "Dialogo" Brown Leather Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s

"Dialogo" Brown Leather Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s

H 32.49 in. W 20.08 in. D 20.48 in.
Norman Cherner Bar Stools
By Norman Cherner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stylish Norman Cherner bar chairs. These hand crafted chairs are individually signed and numbered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Faux Leather

  • Norman Cherner Bar Stools
  • Norman Cherner Bar Stools
  • Norman Cherner Bar Stools
  • Norman Cherner Bar Stools

Norman Cherner Bar Stools

H 43.5 in. W 17 in. D 18 in.
1970s James Mont for Century Furniture Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs, Pair
By Century Furniture, James Mont
Located in Medina, OH
A beautiful pair of James Mont Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs by Century! Original black lacquer
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

  • 1970s James Mont for Century Furniture Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs, Pair
  • 1970s James Mont for Century Furniture Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs, Pair
  • 1970s James Mont for Century Furniture Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs, Pair
  • 1970s James Mont for Century Furniture Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs, Pair

1970s James Mont for Century Furniture Chinoiserie Horseshoe Ming Chairs, Pair

H 29 in. W 38 in. D 22.5 in.
Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning cognac colored aniline leather lounge chair from the "Togo" series, designed by Michel
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

  • Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
  • Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Lounge Chair 'Togo' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

H 27.56 in. W 34.26 in. D 40.16 in.
Cognac 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s
By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck
Located in Almelo, NL
Cognac leather 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s These fine
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

  • Cognac 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s
  • Cognac 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s
  • Cognac 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s
  • Cognac 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s

Cognac 'King' Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s

H 34.65 in. W 32.29 in. D 31.5 in.
Set of Four Danish Chair in Brown Polypropylene Designed by Verner Panton, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A set of four Danish brown polypropylene cantilevered chairs designed by Verner Panton (1926-1998
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Acrylic

  • Set of Four Danish Chair in Brown Polypropylene Designed by Verner Panton, 1960s
  • Set of Four Danish Chair in Brown Polypropylene Designed by Verner Panton, 1960s
  • Set of Four Danish Chair in Brown Polypropylene Designed by Verner Panton, 1960s
  • Set of Four Danish Chair in Brown Polypropylene Designed by Verner Panton, 1960s

Set of Four Danish Chair in Brown Polypropylene Designed by Verner Panton, 1960s

H 32.09 in. W 19.1 in. D 15.95 in.
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

  • Pair Century Furniture Chinese Style Black Horseshoe Back Chow Chairs
  • Pair Century Furniture Chinese Style Black Horseshoe Back Chow Chairs
  • Pair Century Furniture Chinese Style Black Horseshoe Back Chow Chairs
  • Pair Century Furniture Chinese Style Black Horseshoe Back Chow Chairs

Pair Century Furniture Chinese Style Black Horseshoe Back Chow Chairs

H 29.50 in. W 31 in. D 28 in.
CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Country style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, of Hickory, North Carolina
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

  • CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair
  • CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair
  • CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair
  • CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair

CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair

H 39.75 in. W 22.5 in. D 25 in.
CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A set of six Spanish style dining chairs by Century Furniture. Solid walnut, carved crestrail, high
Category

Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Walnut

  • CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6
  • CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6
  • CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6
  • CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6

CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 42.25 in. W 22.75 in. D 22 in.
Faux Bois Dining Chairs Lacquered by Century Furniture Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
chairs by Century Furniture. Approximate Measurements in Inches 36.5" high at back 22" wide 24
Category

Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

  • Faux Bois Dining Chairs Lacquered by Century Furniture Set of 6
  • Faux Bois Dining Chairs Lacquered by Century Furniture Set of 6
  • Faux Bois Dining Chairs Lacquered by Century Furniture Set of 6
  • Faux Bois Dining Chairs Lacquered by Century Furniture Set of 6

Faux Bois Dining Chairs Lacquered by Century Furniture Set of 6

H 36.5 in. W 22 in. D 24 in.
Chin Hua Asian Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of 6 dining chairs by Century Furniture. Part of the Chin Hua collection by Raymond Sabota
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

  • Chin Hua Asian Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
  • Chin Hua Asian Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
  • Chin Hua Asian Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
  • Chin Hua Asian Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture

Chin Hua Asian Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture

H 40.5 in. W 19 in. D 22 in.
8 Thonet Bentwood / Cane Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Century to traditional , the measurement for the arm chairs is 20.5" W x 43.25" H x 20" D x SH 18.5" .
Category

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

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

  • 8 Thonet Bentwood / Cane Dining Chairs
  • 8 Thonet Bentwood / Cane Dining Chairs
  • 8 Thonet Bentwood / Cane Dining Chairs
  • 8 Thonet Bentwood / Cane Dining Chairs

8 Thonet Bentwood / Cane Dining Chairs

H 43 in. W 18 in. D 20 in.
Robert Haussmann Chrome and Leather Lounge Chairs
By Robert Haussmann
Located in New York City, NY
Stunning pair of 1960s chrome steel base with black leather upholstery lounge chairs by Robert
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

  • Robert Haussmann Chrome and Leather Lounge Chairs
  • Robert Haussmann Chrome and Leather Lounge Chairs
  • Robert Haussmann Chrome and Leather Lounge Chairs
  • Robert Haussmann Chrome and Leather Lounge Chairs

Robert Haussmann Chrome and Leather Lounge Chairs

H 30.5 in. W 28 in. D 28 in.
Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vanity seat. Grey lacquer. Handmade. Wood base. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at least 60 coats of org...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

  • Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
  • Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
  • Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
  • Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

H 22.25 in. W 23.5 in. D 14 in.
Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
intersecting, the patterns in dragonfly wings and cracked soil. The chair has been designed to be very
Category

2010s South African Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

  • Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White
  • Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White
  • Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White
  • Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White

Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White

H 86.23 in. W 43.71 in. D 35.44 in.
The Parisiano Chair by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern, Ico Parisi
Located in Stamford, CT
Introducing our Exquisite Parisiano Chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Ico Parisi. Crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

  • The Parisiano Chair by Stamford Modern
  • The Parisiano Chair by Stamford Modern
  • The Parisiano Chair by Stamford Modern
  • The Parisiano Chair by Stamford Modern

The Parisiano Chair by Stamford Modern

H 36 in. W 17 in. D 24 in.
Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage leather desk for office chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll. In good vintage condition. All
Category

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

Materials

Leather

  • Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll
  • Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll
  • Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll
  • Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll

Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll

H 32 in. W 27 in. D 25 in.
Six Design Institute of America DIA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs
By Design Institute America
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Handsome set of six dining chairs manufactured by high quality furniture maker, Design Institute of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

  • Six Design Institute of America DIA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs
  • Six Design Institute of America DIA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs
  • Six Design Institute of America DIA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs
  • Six Design Institute of America DIA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs

Six Design Institute of America DIA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs

H 31.5 in. W 21.5 in. D 24 in.
Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Virgule Lime Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in London, GB
Designed by Hans Hopfer and manufactured by Roche Bobois, this lounge chair is a joyful piece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

  • Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Virgule Lime Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
  • Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Virgule Lime Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
  • Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Virgule Lime Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
  • Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Virgule Lime Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair

Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Virgule Lime Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair

H 30.71 in. W 35.44 in. D 40.16 in.
Mid-Century White Boucle Shell Chair, Miroslav Navratil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Amazign Shell chair designed by Miroslav Navratil in 1960s in Czechoslovakia. One of the best
Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Beech

  • Mid-Century White Boucle Shell Chair, Miroslav Navratil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
  • Mid-Century White Boucle Shell Chair, Miroslav Navratil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
  • Mid-Century White Boucle Shell Chair, Miroslav Navratil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
  • Mid-Century White Boucle Shell Chair, Miroslav Navratil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Mid-Century White Boucle Shell Chair, Miroslav Navratil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

No Reserve
H 28.75 in. W 25.99 in. D 25.99 in.
Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Pink Folding "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
Original and signed set of 6 "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. This fantastic set was designed by
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

  • Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Pink Folding "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s
  • Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Pink Folding "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s
  • Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Pink Folding "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s
  • Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Pink Folding "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s

Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Pink Folding "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s

H 29.93 in. W 20.08 in. D 20.48 in.
Fritz Hansen by Jaime Hayon Blue & Grey RO Lounge Armchair
By Fritz Hansen, Jaime Hayon
Located in London, GB
‘tranquillity’. The soft curves of the chair combined with the high backrest creates a cocoon like environment
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Armchairs

Materials

Wool

  • Fritz Hansen by Jaime Hayon Blue & Grey RO Lounge Armchair
  • Fritz Hansen by Jaime Hayon Blue & Grey RO Lounge Armchair
  • Fritz Hansen by Jaime Hayon Blue & Grey RO Lounge Armchair
  • Fritz Hansen by Jaime Hayon Blue & Grey RO Lounge Armchair

Fritz Hansen by Jaime Hayon Blue & Grey RO Lounge Armchair

H 35.44 in. W 30.71 in. D 35.44 in.
Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charles and Ray designed the iconic "La Chaise" lounge chair for The Museum of Modern Art’s 1948
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

  • Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992
  • Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992
  • Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992
  • Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992

Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992

H 35 in. W 59 in. D 34 in.
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974, Set of 10
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

  • Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974, Set of 10
  • Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974, Set of 10
  • Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974, Set of 10
  • Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974, Set of 10

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974, Set of 10

H 29.34 in. W 20.48 in. D 17.72 in.
Melting Vanity Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
discreet thin metal handle. Mirror included, chair sold separately. Available in blue shagreen see image
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

  • Melting Vanity Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
  • Melting Vanity Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
  • Melting Vanity Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
  • Melting Vanity Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti

Melting Vanity Table in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti

H 29.53 in. W 19.69 in. D 39.38 in.
Set of 8 1960s Original Lucio Costa Chair by Sergio Rodrigues 'Documented'
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, BR
Lucio Costa chair by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazilian Hardwood and cane seat with full proof of
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

  • Set of 8 1960s Original Lucio Costa Chair by Sergio Rodrigues 'Documented'
  • Set of 8 1960s Original Lucio Costa Chair by Sergio Rodrigues 'Documented'
  • Set of 8 1960s Original Lucio Costa Chair by Sergio Rodrigues 'Documented'
  • Set of 8 1960s Original Lucio Costa Chair by Sergio Rodrigues 'Documented'

Set of 8 1960s Original Lucio Costa Chair by Sergio Rodrigues 'Documented'

H 31.88 in. W 19.29 in. D 19.68 in.
Set of 6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Chin Hua dining chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture Company Set of 6 dining chairs by
Category

Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

  • Set of 6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
  • Set of 6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
  • Set of 6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture
  • Set of 6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture

Set of 6 Chin Hua Dining Chairs by Raymond Sabota for Century Furniture

H 39.75 in. W 19.25 in. D 17.75 in.
Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s
By Frances Barker & Son, Ole Wanscher
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A nice Ole Wanscher pair of easy chairs, manufacture by France & Son. This chairs are constructed
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

  • Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s
  • Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s
  • Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s
  • Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s

Pair of Easy Chairs in Rosewood by Ole Wanscher for France & Son, 1950s

H 31.5 in. W 25.99 in. D 25.99 in.
Pair of James Mont Style Black Lacquer Horseshoe Chairs by Century Furniture
Located in Milford, NH
A stunning pair of James Mont style black lacquer Chinese horseshoe chairs with polychrome hand
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

  • Pair of James Mont Style Black Lacquer Horseshoe Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Pair of James Mont Style Black Lacquer Horseshoe Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Pair of James Mont Style Black Lacquer Horseshoe Chairs by Century Furniture
  • Pair of James Mont Style Black Lacquer Horseshoe Chairs by Century Furniture

Pair of James Mont Style Black Lacquer Horseshoe Chairs by Century Furniture

H 29.5 in. W 31 in. D 28 in.
Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of Vienna secession period bistro dining chairs by Thonet. The No. 18 chair features a
Category

20th Century Polish Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

  • Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs
  • Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs
  • Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs
  • Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs

Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs

H 34 in. W 16 in. D 21.5 in.
Sixty Danish Stackable Dining Chairs
By Magnus Olesen
Located in Dronten, NL
Simple, elegant arm chairs. Functional, comfortable and clever design. Stackable in stacks of up
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

  • Sixty Danish Stackable Dining Chairs
  • Sixty Danish Stackable Dining Chairs
  • Sixty Danish Stackable Dining Chairs
  • Sixty Danish Stackable Dining Chairs

Sixty Danish Stackable Dining Chairs

H 28.35 in. W 22.84 in. D 18.12 in.
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Chairs By Century For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the chairs by century you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every chairs by century was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a chairs by century, we have 16774 options in-stock, while there are 2519 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chairs by century — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chairs by century, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made chairs by century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Knoll, Milo Baughman and Hans J. Wegner are consistently popular.

How Much is a Chairs By Century?

The average selling price for a chairs by century at 1stDibs is $3,503, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $186,623 for the highest priced.

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 Chairs By Century
  • What is a mid-century chair?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How can you tell if a chair is mid century?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a mid-century sofa?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • Are the 1970s mid-century?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • What is mid-century artwork?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is mid century decor?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • Was there glass in the 16th century?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
  • Were there cannons in the 16th century?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
  • What is mid century furniture?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • What is mid-century jewelry?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What does mid century mean?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • Why is a club chair called a club chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a task chair and an executive chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a club chair and an armchair?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • What is a Sussex chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Sussex chair is a style of charm founded in Sussex featuring a turned frame and a rush seat. Sussex chairs often feature a bamboo frame as well as armrests and are a popular style of chair, coveted for simplicity and elegance. Shop a selection of chairs, including authentic Sussex styles, on 1stDibs.

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This little pouf can be a seat, a floor pillow or a footrest and comes in Caribbean-inspired fabric colors.

This Niko Kralj Mid-Century Rocking Chair Can Be Folded and Tucked Away

This Niko Kralj Mid-Century Rocking Chair Can Be Folded and Tucked Away

The 'King of Slovenian Design' is getting discovered anew, thanks to reissues of his sleek and inventive postwar designs.

Kaleidoscopic Upholstery Makes This Edward Wormley Chair a Showstopper

Kaleidoscopic Upholstery Makes This Edward Wormley Chair a Showstopper

What at first glance seems an unusual choice jibes perfectly with the designer's aesthetic.

Who Is Mario Bellini, and Why Is His 1970s Camaleonda Sofa Everywhere Right Now?

Who Is Mario Bellini, and Why Is His 1970s Camaleonda Sofa Everywhere Right Now?

Get the lowdown on the ultrachic modular sofas that are currently taking up real estate in your Instagram saved folder.

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