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Short Maharaja Repousse Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
This maharaja repousse chair is covered in a thin layer of hand worked metal that is fastened to the chair with traditional means. The seat height is just under 13 inches.
Category

Antique 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Metal

Short Maharaja Repousse Chair
Short Maharaja Repousse Chair
$6,390
H 32 in W 27 in D 32 in
Redwood Burl Studio Craft Chair by Clifford Short
Located in Dallas, TX
From the studio of Clifford Short a talented Californian craftsman who lived in the Santa Cruz
Category

Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Burl

Original 430 Chair by Verner Panton for Thonet, 1960s
By Thonet, Alexander Girard
Located in Dronten, NL
a very short period in the 1960s. This piece represents a unique collaboration between two design
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ruhlmann Rare Mahogany Dressing Chair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare mahogany dressing chair with an extended seat and a short, curved back adorned with trim. The
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Ruhlmann Rare Mahogany Dressing Chair
Ruhlmann Rare Mahogany Dressing Chair
$41,262
H 23.63 in W 15.36 in D 21.66 in
Circa 1735-50 George II Shepherd's Crook Arm Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
. In short, we are a treasure trove of unique items with an unprecedented selection for your home or
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Circa 1735-50 George II Shepherd's Crook Arm Chair
Circa 1735-50 George II Shepherd's Crook Arm Chair
$2,400
H 34.75 in W 25.25 in D 22 in
MR10 Chair by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Milano, IT
der Rohe. This single chair is nothing short of iconic, its form echoing the innovative spirit of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

MR10 Chair by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
MR10 Chair by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
$1,532 / item
H 27.17 in W 19.69 in D 25.2 in
B&B Italia "MUSA SM46G" Tall Bar Stools - SUITE OF 6
Located in Barrowford, GB
-two light marks and dings to the legs and modest-blemishes to the leather, they are nothing short of
Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Leather

B&B Italia "MUSA SM46G" Tall Bar Stools  - SUITE OF 6
B&B Italia "MUSA SM46G" Tall Bar Stools  - SUITE OF 6
$7,654
H 45.28 in W 17.33 in D 20.87 in
Pair of 19th Century Pink Painted Chinese Yoke-Back Chairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This pair of late 19th-century pink painted chairs features stylishly simple yoke-back designs. Crafted from wood, these beautiful chairs retain their original pink paint, which has ...
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Pink Painted Chinese Yoke-Back Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Pink Painted Chinese Yoke-Back Chairs
$1,745 Sale Price / set
35% Off
H 43.71 in W 23.23 in D 16.54 in
Circa 1860 English Pair of Carved Hall Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern. In short, we are a treasure
Category

Antique 1860s English Chairs

Materials

Wood

Circa 1860 English Pair of Carved Hall Chairs
Circa 1860 English Pair of Carved Hall Chairs
$1,200 / set
H 32.5 in W 12.38 in D 16.5 in
Italian Pair Savonarola Chairs w/Brown Leather and Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
half-inch wider than the shorter one. This pair of Italian savonarola chairs will be a handsome
Category

20th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Pair Savonarola Chairs w/Brown Leather and Brass Accents
Italian Pair Savonarola Chairs w/Brown Leather and Brass Accents
$5,320 / set
H 34.75 in W 24.75 in D 19.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, Nubuck, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
design to production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Margot Swivel Bar Stools, Nubuck, Brass, Handmade, Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short production lead
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

4 chairs Niall O'Flynn, Rascal T Spectrum, Netherlands, 1997
By Niall O'Flynn
Located in Genève, GE
in 1997. It was produced for a short period of four years. This chair is rare and a unique piece of
Category

1990s Dutch Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

4 chairs Niall O'Flynn, Rascal T Spectrum, Netherlands, 1997
4 chairs Niall O'Flynn, Rascal T Spectrum, Netherlands, 1997
$589 / item
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 22.45 in
Restored Pair of Beech Czechoslovakia Mid-century Chairs, 1950s
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
. The price is the same as for ship transport but delivery time is really shorter. We create a special
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Restored Pair of Beech Czechoslovakia Mid-century Chairs, 1950s
Restored Pair of Beech Czechoslovakia Mid-century Chairs, 1950s
$1,945 / set
H 36.62 in W 20.87 in D 27.56 in
Restored pair of Czechoslovakia MidCentury chairs 1950-1960
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
. The price is the same as for ship transport but delivery time is really shorter. We create a special
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Restored pair of Czechoslovakia MidCentury chairs 1950-1960
Restored pair of Czechoslovakia MidCentury chairs 1950-1960
$2,239 / set
H 29.53 in W 22.84 in D 24.41 in
Modern Mary Dining Chairs Set/2, Leather, Jacquard, Brass, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
design to production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Modern Margot Dining Chairs, Black Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
seamless experience, offering short production lead times, worldwide delivery within 7 to 10 days, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
$4,686 Sale Price / item
25% Off
H 31.89 in W 20.08 in D 22.84 in
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Blue Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
, offering short production lead times, worldwide delivery within 7 to 10 days, and white-glove service upon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Beige Leather, Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short production lead
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Dark Blue Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
design to production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Walnut Hooded Bergère
By Maison Jansen, François Linke
Located in Houston, TX
hooded chair, bergère, or porters chair has been professionally upholstered in a plush short pile mohair
Category

Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Modern Anjos Dining Chairs Set/4, Leather, Beech, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
design to production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Alpaca, Leather, Walnut, Oak, Wood, Velvet, Linen, Bouclé, Mohair

Modern Maia Dining Chair Set/4, Beige Italian Leather, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short production lead times, worldwide delivery within
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel

Customizable Freifrau Marie Chair by Hoffmann Kahleyss Design
Located in New York, NY
casually crumpled upholstery of its seating shell is nothing short of an invitation to sit down, lean back
Category

2010s European Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Customizable Freifrau Marie Chair by  Hoffmann Kahleyss Design
Customizable Freifrau Marie Chair by  Hoffmann Kahleyss Design
$1,936 / item
H 33.47 in W 23.63 in D 24.81 in
Laurence Dining Chairs, Nubuck Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
design to production and from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood

Queen Anne Period Walnut Stool
Located in Lymington, GB
excellent condition. Ref: In 'The Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture' Ralph Edwards CBE FSA
Category

Antique 1710s English Queen Anne Stools

Materials

Walnut

Queen Anne Period Walnut Stool
Queen Anne Period Walnut Stool
$4,028 Sale Price
22% Off
H 17 in W 18 in D 14 in
Modern Mary Dining Chairs, Leather, Jacquard, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short production lead times
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Timeless Office Chair, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
seamless experience, offering short production lead times, worldwide delivery within 7 to 10 days, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Flexform "Feel Good" Swivel Chair Armchairs - In Grey Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
images provided to confirm their gorgeous condition, breathtaking appearance and nothing-short-of
Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Leather

Gerard van den Berg Red Leather 'Longa' Lounge Chair, 1995
By Label, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
buffalo leather, soft form shape and short wood legs. In good original condition with normal wear for its
Category

1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, Leather Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
from production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short production lead times
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

19th Century Pair of Walnut Austrian Biedermeier Chairs, Wien, Period 1810-1819
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
days. The price is the same as for ship transport but delivery time is really shorter. We create a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

4 Mid Century Modern Jay Spectre Century Leather Game Lounge Arm Dining Chairs
By Jay Spectre
Located in Dayton, OH
. Dimensions: 37" x 26" x 27", seat 20" with wheels, approx. 2" shorter without
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chair, Czech - Bohemia, Cherry tree, 1820 - 1829
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
time is really shorter. We create a special plywood box with polystyrene and other packaging material
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery, Cherry

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
By Donald Judd
Located in Chicago, IL
PLANEfurniture, a short-lived Los Angeles studio active around 2010.Condition: Good overall condition with
Category

2010s American Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
$2,600
H 28 in W 15 in D 15.25 in
18th Century Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Gainsborough Library Armchair
Located in Lymington, GB
 proportioned, with an upholstered back and seat, open sides and short arms. Literature: R.W. Symonds, 'The
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
$4,686 Sale Price / item
25% Off
H 31.89 in W 20.08 in D 22.84 in
After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
By Donald Judd
Located in Chicago, IL
PLANEfurniture, a short-lived Los Angeles studio active around 2010. Condition: Good overall condition. Scattered
Category

2010s Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Oak

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
$2,600
H 28 in W 15 in D 15.25 in
Pair of black Mackintosh Willow chairs by Atelier International, Italy 1980s
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Atelier International
Located in Meulebeke, BE
pattern of a willow tree and the lattice is made from a series of short horizontal insets between the
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Ash

Oregon Pine chair no. 4 with leather seating and back by Frank Buschmann
By Frank Buschmann
Located in Carnota, A Coruña, Galicia
tilt achieved by shorter back legs, a hallmark of Shaker ingenuity to enhance comfort in straight
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Erik Jorgensen “EJ 11” Cocktail Chair – In Oxblood Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
condition is likely to fall short of the requirements of the true, most-uncompromising of perfectionists due
Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Erik Jorgensen "EJ 11" Cocktail Chairs - In Oxblood Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
. Whilst its current condition is likely to fall short of the requirements of the true, most-uncompromising
Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Four Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair by Cassina
Set of Four Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair by Cassina
$17,294 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 31.89 in W 20.08 in D 22.84 in
Set of Six Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl Dining Chairs in Beech, Seltz, France, 1980s
By Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl
Located in grand Lancy, CH
. The chairs were produced by the French manufacturer Ebénisterie Seltz for only a short period of time
Category

Vintage 1980s French Chairs

Materials

Wood

A set of 2 original Gispen 411 armchairs.
By Gispen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
chairs are still very strong and comfortable to sit on! In short, two unique examples of very solid and
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Chairs

Materials

Chrome

A set of 2 original Gispen 411 armchairs.
A set of 2 original Gispen 411 armchairs.
$4,126
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 31.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
$4,323 Sale Price / item
25% Off
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 22.64 in
Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair by Cassina
Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair by Cassina
$6,529 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 22.45 in
Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Dronten, NL
White fiberglass shell chairs designed in the 1950s by Pierre Guariche. For a very short period the
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
$795 / item
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
$4,686 Sale Price / item
25% Off
H 31.89 in W 20.08 in D 22.84 in
Rare Set of Bamboo Rattan Parquetry Dining Chairs by McGuire Circa 1970's
By McGuire
Located in West Hartford, CT
is nothing short of exceptional. The fabric plus the upholstery cost in excess of $2500. See all
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Rattan, Wood

FEY Chair WhiteWash on Ash by Amorph
By Amorph Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
parametric designs to life. Amir Habibabadi is nothing short of a visionary. He developed his perspective
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

FEY Chair WhiteWash on Ash by Amorph
FEY Chair WhiteWash on Ash by Amorph
$4,200
H 45 in W 16.75 in D 20 in
Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair by Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
-known office chair, this armless chair also uses the “V” approach to sidebars, in this case shorter as
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair by Cassina
Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair by Cassina
$6,531 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 22.45 in
Early 18th Century Walnut Wing Chair
Located in Lymington, GB
back seat rail replaced. Ralph Edwards C.B.E., F.S.A. 'The Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture
Category

Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Early 18th Century Walnut Wing Chair
Early 18th Century Walnut Wing Chair
$23,635 Sale Price
20% Off
H 41.74 in W 34.45 in D 26.78 in
Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
Located in Lymington, GB
) p. 101, fig 167. Ralph Edwards CBE FSA, 'A Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture', Hamlyn (Fourth
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
$7,050
H 37.01 in W 26.78 in D 20.48 in
Mosquito Chair 3105 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dronten, NL
produced for a relatively short period starting in 1955 and are therefore quite rare. The chair is in good
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Grand Chairs, Swivel, Brass, DEDAR Wool, Handmade Greenapple
By Dedar, Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
production to your home. We provide a seamless experience, offering short production lead times, worldwide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

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Short Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of short chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct short chairs — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. There are 435 antique and vintage short chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 196 modern editions to choose from as well. Short chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Short chairs made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small short chairs measuring 5.5 inches across. Many short chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Greenapple, Rute Martins and Pierre Jeanneret produced popular short chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Short Chairs?

Short chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,831, while the lowest priced sells for $220 and the highest can go for as much as $486,675.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

Questions About Short Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The key thing to look for in an office chair for a short person is adjustability. Everything from the seat depth and height to the seat pan width are important aspects to consider before investing in an office chair. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage office chairs.