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1950s Style Velvet Dining Chair with Open Back
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian design. A generous back slopes down in a diagonal curve to the arms, revealing the opening at the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1950s Style Velvet Dining Chair with Open Back
1950s Style Velvet Dining Chair with Open Back

1950s Style Velvet Dining Chair with Open Back

H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 18.51 in
2 Baker Archetype Maple & Brown Leather Round Tufted Barrel Back Club Tub Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Chair features a plush leather seat and maple banded frame. An updated barrel back chair. Perfect for
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Maple

2 Baker Archetype Maple & Brown Leather Round Tufted Barrel Back Club Tub Chairs
2 Baker Archetype Maple & Brown Leather Round Tufted Barrel Back Club Tub Chairs

2 Baker Archetype Maple & Brown Leather Round Tufted Barrel Back Club Tub Chairs

H 30 in W 32 in D 36 in
Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
back to the post-war era, the late forties (1940s). The chair was original design in metal for
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Ash

Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood by Alexandre Caldas
Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood by Alexandre Caldas

Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood by Alexandre Caldas

H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 15.75 in
Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood and Fabric by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
. The history of this wooden chair with arms goes back to the post-war era, the late forties (1940s
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood and Fabric by Alexandre Caldas
Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood and Fabric by Alexandre Caldas

Portuguese Roots Chair in Black Pastel Ashwood and Fabric by Alexandre Caldas

H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 15.75 in
Marmo Chair in Wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis
By Nathalie du Pasquier
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Marmo chair in wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier by Post Design collection/Memphis Additional
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Wood

Marmo Chair in Wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis
Marmo Chair in Wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis

Marmo Chair in Wood by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Post Design Collection/Memphis

H 57.49 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in
Dirk van Sliedregt Easy Chair in Rattan and Metal 1960s
By Dirk Van Sliedregt
Located in Tilburg, NL
back, this chair has an inviting and friendly appearance. Besides being visually attractive, this model
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Dirk van Sliedregt Easy Chair in Rattan and Metal 1960s
Dirk van Sliedregt Easy Chair in Rattan and Metal 1960s

Dirk van Sliedregt Easy Chair in Rattan and Metal 1960s

H 29.53 in W 30.71 in D 28.75 in
Mario Botta Set of Six 605 Quinta Chairs in Black Lacquered Steel by Alias 1980
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of six 605 Quinta chairs with a black steel rod frame seat and back in bent perforated sheet
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Sheet Metal

Mario Botta Set of Six 605 Quinta Chairs in Black Lacquered Steel by Alias 1980
Mario Botta Set of Six 605 Quinta Chairs in Black Lacquered Steel by Alias 1980

Mario Botta Set of Six 605 Quinta Chairs in Black Lacquered Steel by Alias 1980

H 37.01 in W 22.25 in D 17.72 in
Black and White Chair
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Milan, IT
finish and showcases wide, embracing arms, and a semicircular opening on the back. Upholstered with white
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Black and White Chair
Black and White Chair

Black and White Chair

H 34.65 in W 23.63 in D 24.41 in
Danish Modern Lounge Chairs with Wooden Accents, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
curve outwards, therefore opening the seats, the chairs still have the impression of embracing the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Lounge Chairs with Wooden Accents, Denmark ca 1950s
Danish Modern Lounge Chairs with Wooden Accents, Denmark ca 1950s

Danish Modern Lounge Chairs with Wooden Accents, Denmark ca 1950s

H 31.3 in W 33.47 in D 30.91 in
Early 19th Century Ming Style Slatted Back Hardwood Armchairs
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
century. This structural, clean-lined pair is handcrafted of solid hardwood with a slatted back and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Early 19th Century Ming Style Slatted Back Hardwood Armchairs
Early 19th Century Ming Style Slatted Back Hardwood Armchairs

Early 19th Century Ming Style Slatted Back Hardwood Armchairs

H 37.75 in W 21 in D 19 in
Coventry Cathedral Chairs, Dick Russell, 1960
Located in London, GB
an opening in the back to provide a shelf for hymn books. The design has been featured across many
Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Coventry Cathedral Chairs, Dick Russell, 1960
Coventry Cathedral Chairs, Dick Russell, 1960

Coventry Cathedral Chairs, Dick Russell, 1960

H 27.96 in W 15.56 in D 20.87 in
Papillonne Brass Bar Chair Without Armrest
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
height: 65 cm Pillow height: 35 cm The opening of the back: 4 cm Materials: Brass Alternatives
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Papillonne Brass Bar Chair Without Armrest
Papillonne Brass Bar Chair Without Armrest

Papillonne Brass Bar Chair Without Armrest

H 37.41 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Walnut Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
and natural oil. The history of this wooden chair with arms goes back to the post-war era, the late
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
Walnut Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

Walnut Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 15.75 in
Ash Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
. The history of this wooden chair with arms goes back to the post-war era, the late forties (1940s
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Ash

Ash Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
Ash Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

Ash Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 15.75 in
S 60 Chair Designed by Glen Oliver Löw
By Glen Oliver Löw
Located in New York, NY
succeeded in reinterpreting the cantilever chair and developing a contemporary solution. The seat shell made
Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

S 60 Chair Designed by Glen Oliver Löw
S 60 Chair Designed by Glen Oliver Löw

S 60 Chair Designed by Glen Oliver Löw

H 33.08 in W 21.66 in D 24.81 in
Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Tetris Chair - by The Future is Flat
By Figure Ground
Located in Brooklyn, NY
childlike nostalgia to your workspace. The half moon opening at the top of the chair back allows it to fit
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Tetris Chair - by The Future is Flat
Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Tetris Chair - by The Future is Flat

Scandinavian Modern Handcrafted Tetris Chair - by The Future is Flat

H 30 in W 20 in D 18 in
Edoardi Landi dining chairs for Studio D Italy 1973
By Edoardo Landi
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
bulky. That’s why it’s nice that the legs and back show several openings in between so the chairs still
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Edoardi Landi dining chairs for Studio D Italy 1973
Edoardi Landi dining chairs for Studio D Italy 1973

Edoardi Landi dining chairs for Studio D Italy 1973

H 33.47 in W 14.97 in D 22.45 in
Set of Four 1970s Pompeo Fumagalli ‘Calla’ Chairs, Italy 1970s
Located in London, GB
. Perched on a ring-shaped tubular base, the frame has a gentle forward lean, with the seat and back opening
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Four 1970s Pompeo Fumagalli ‘Calla’ Chairs, Italy 1970s
Set of Four 1970s Pompeo Fumagalli ‘Calla’ Chairs, Italy 1970s

Set of Four 1970s Pompeo Fumagalli ‘Calla’ Chairs, Italy 1970s

H 30.32 in W 16.93 in D 24.02 in
Walnut and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
this wooden chair with arms goes back to the post-war era, the late forties (1940s). The chair was
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Walnut and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
Walnut and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

Walnut and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 15.75 in
Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Utrecht, NL
the back that serves the purpose of joining multiple pieces together. This chair is a beautiful
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s
Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s

Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s

H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 26.78 in
Painted Ash and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
By Alexandre Caldas
Located in Geneve, CH
. The history of this wooden chair with arms goes back to the post-war era, the late forties (1940s
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Painted Ash and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas
Painted Ash and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

Painted Ash and Fabric Portuguese Roots Chair by Alexandre Caldas

H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 15.75 in
Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Arm Chairs Ecuador 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Folding Arm Chairs Ecuador 1970s Angel I. Pazmino
Category

Vintage 1970s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Arm Chairs Ecuador 1970s
Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Arm Chairs Ecuador 1970s

Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Arm Chairs Ecuador 1970s

H 28.75 in W 26.78 in D 29.14 in
Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Folding Chairs Ecuador 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Folding Chairs Ecuador 1970s Angel I. Pazmino, a
Category

Vintage 1970s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Folding Chairs Ecuador 1970s
Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Folding Chairs Ecuador 1970s

Angel I. Pazmino Cognac-colored Saddle Leather Folding Chairs Ecuador 1970s

H 37.41 in W 22.05 in D 33.47 in
Primula Chair by George J. Sowden by Post Design Collection/Memphis
By George Sowden
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Primula chair in metal and wood by George J. Sowden by Post Design collection/Memphis Additional
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Metal

Primula Chair by George J. Sowden by Post Design Collection/Memphis
Primula Chair by George J. Sowden by Post Design Collection/Memphis

Primula Chair by George J. Sowden by Post Design Collection/Memphis

H 35.44 in W 15.75 in D 18.12 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is an iconic piece. It is raw in its simplicity and somehow has this strong, almost
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

H 30.71 in W 20.48 in D 23.23 in
Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice
By Pauly et Cie
Located in London, GB
decorated with a polychrome painted finish. They each feature a hinged back opening to reveal an upholstered
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice
Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice

Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice

H 42.52 in W 32.68 in D 14.57 in
Two Chairs by Dom Hans van der Laan, The Netherlands 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Utrecht, NL
the openings on the sides and on the backs serve the purpose of joining multiple pieces together, and
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Two Chairs by Dom Hans van der Laan, The Netherlands 1960s
Two Chairs by Dom Hans van der Laan, The Netherlands 1960s

Two Chairs by Dom Hans van der Laan, The Netherlands 1960s

H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 26.78 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is an iconic design piece. It is raw in its simplicity and it shows a slightly patinated
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

H 29.93 in W 15.75 in D 18.12 in
Desk Chair in Teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, Denmark, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, International Designers Group
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, side/desk chair in teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, crafted
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Desk Chair in Teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, Denmark, 1960s
Desk Chair in Teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, Denmark, 1960s

Desk Chair in Teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, Denmark, 1960s

H 30.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg
Located in Thiensville, WI
back of circular frame) seat depth: 18" (from front edge of frame to center seam of chair canvas
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg
Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg

Hedstrom 1950s Metal Frame Saucer Folding Hoop Circle Lounge Chair Hair Pin Leg

H 28.25 in W 31 in D 31 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-53-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is a fantastic piece, finally it's iconic. It is raw in its simplicity, nothing too much
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-53-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-53-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-53-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh

H 30.71 in W 20.28 in D 19.89 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Set of 6 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic written marks on the back which makes them even more valuable. This chair is not only a fantastic
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Set of 6 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Set of 6 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Set of 6 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
examples, the frames are solid walnut, the inside left back legs are both stamped with the Howard serial
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs
Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs

Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs

H 42.33 in W 31.7 in D 32.88 in
Modern Day “Zeno” Hand Made Library Chair
Located in Petworth, GB
table to the other. Reclining adjustable back. Inspired by a 1920’s iconic Heal & Sons chair and
Category

2010s English Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Modern Day “Zeno” Hand Made Library Chair
Modern Day “Zeno” Hand Made Library Chair

Modern Day “Zeno” Hand Made Library Chair

H 31.89 in W 31.89 in D 29.14 in
Pair Ekornes Stressless Royal Recliner Black Leather Lounge Chairs & Ottomans
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Topeka, KS
these chairs wouldn’t make an inviting space to sit down, lean back, and indulge in the most impeccable
Category

Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Ekornes Stressless Royal Recliner Black Leather Lounge Chairs & Ottomans
Pair Ekornes Stressless Royal Recliner Black Leather Lounge Chairs & Ottomans

Pair Ekornes Stressless Royal Recliner Black Leather Lounge Chairs & Ottomans

H 39 in W 35.5 in D 29.5 in
Drexel Heritage Midcentury Sheraton Mahogany Green Leather Tufted Side Chair
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
A Stunning side or desk chair by Heritage Furniture, circa 1950s. Heritage later became Drexel
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Drexel Heritage Midcentury Sheraton Mahogany Green Leather Tufted Side Chair
Drexel Heritage Midcentury Sheraton Mahogany Green Leather Tufted Side Chair

Drexel Heritage Midcentury Sheraton Mahogany Green Leather Tufted Side Chair

H 35 in W 25 in D 21.5 in
Mario Bellini "Le Mura" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Utrecht, NL
covering the square frame makes this chair resemble a classic club chair. As the back is the same height as
Category

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

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini "Le Mura" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Mario Bellini "Le Mura" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

Mario Bellini "Le Mura" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

H 30.91 in W 47.64 in D 37.8 in
Pair of Eugenio Gerli Model 126 Lounge Chairs Società Compensati Curvi, Italy
By Eugenio Gerli, Società Compensati Curvati
Located in Hellouw, NL
considerable contrast between the base and the seating area seems to make the chair float. The opening at the
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Eugenio Gerli Model 126 Lounge Chairs Società Compensati Curvi, Italy
Pair of Eugenio Gerli Model 126 Lounge Chairs Società Compensati Curvi, Italy

Pair of Eugenio Gerli Model 126 Lounge Chairs Società Compensati Curvi, Italy

H 31.5 in W 36.23 in D 29.14 in
Iconic Super Rare Original Edition 'Libro' Chair by Gruppo Dam, Busnelli, 1970
By Gruppo DAM (Designer Associati Milano), Busnelli, G14
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Amazing and super rare original edition of the iconic ,radical 'libro' chair designed in 1970 by
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Iconic Super Rare Original Edition 'Libro' Chair by Gruppo Dam, Busnelli, 1970
Iconic Super Rare Original Edition 'Libro' Chair by Gruppo Dam, Busnelli, 1970

Iconic Super Rare Original Edition 'Libro' Chair by Gruppo Dam, Busnelli, 1970

H 28.75 in W 32.29 in D 51.19 in
Osvaldo Borsani P40 All Original Lounge Chair for TECNO, Italy, circa 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
interior. The P40 chair can be adjusted to many different positions. The seat, back, footrest and headrest
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani P40 All Original Lounge Chair for TECNO, Italy, circa 1960
Osvaldo Borsani P40 All Original Lounge Chair for TECNO, Italy, circa 1960

Osvaldo Borsani P40 All Original Lounge Chair for TECNO, Italy, circa 1960

H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Minimal Geometric Solid Wood Dining Chair
By TJ O'Keefe
Located in Chicago, IL
of the backrest, opening up a proper angle for a comfortable back support. All intersections of
Category

2010s American Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash, Oak

Contemporary Minimal Geometric Solid Wood Dining Chair
Contemporary Minimal Geometric Solid Wood Dining Chair

Contemporary Minimal Geometric Solid Wood Dining Chair

H 31.75 in W 16.5 in D 19 in
Spanish Revival Mission Oak Jacobean Dining Chairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Set of (4) Antique hand carved wood oak Jacobean Spanish Revival Mission Style Dining Chairs
Category

Early 20th Century Jacobean Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Spanish Revival Mission Oak Jacobean Dining Chairs
Spanish Revival Mission Oak Jacobean Dining Chairs

Spanish Revival Mission Oak Jacobean Dining Chairs

H 37 in W 18.5 in D 17 in
Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Finland, the 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Almelo, NL
chairs exude a sense of strength and elegance. Their unique design, featuring decorative openings where
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Finland, the 1960s
Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Finland, the 1960s

Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Finland, the 1960s

H 35.83 in W 18.9 in D 22.05 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Pair of original and rare version of the easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret comes with a curved back
Category

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

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

H 23.63 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
"FF01" Dining Chair w Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture
Located in Roxboro, NC
Inspired by simple Shaker chairs and Danish designers’ interpretations of the same chairs. The legs
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

"FF01" Dining Chair w Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture
"FF01" Dining Chair w Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture

"FF01" Dining Chair w Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture

H 31 in W 20.5 in D 18 in
Set of 6 French Vintage Worn Oak Stitched Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Shippensburg, PA
leather with sticker marks on a few chair backs, cracking to a few seats and some stitches opening up in a
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of 6 French Vintage Worn Oak Stitched Leather Dining Chairs
Set of 6 French Vintage Worn Oak Stitched Leather Dining Chairs

Set of 6 French Vintage Worn Oak Stitched Leather Dining Chairs

H 39.25 in W 24.38 in D 25.25 in
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
seating and backrest. Besides the beautiful saddle leather it has decorative openings where back and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Set of Six Dining Chairs
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Set of Six Dining Chairs

Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Set of Six Dining Chairs

H 35.83 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in
Set of 6 French Sculpted Oak and Studded Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Shippensburg, PA
leather with sticker marks on a few chair backs, cracking to a few seats and some stitches opening up in a
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 French Sculpted Oak and Studded Leather Dining Chairs
Set of 6 French Sculpted Oak and Studded Leather Dining Chairs

Set of 6 French Sculpted Oak and Studded Leather Dining Chairs

H 39.25 in W 24.38 in D 25.25 in
Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of 3 Stacking Rare Wilman Chairs Scandinavian Modern
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Set of 3 rare stackable Wilman chairs designed in 1956 by renowned Finnish designer, Ilmari
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of 3 Stacking Rare Wilman Chairs Scandinavian Modern
Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of 3 Stacking Rare Wilman Chairs Scandinavian Modern

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of 3 Stacking Rare Wilman Chairs Scandinavian Modern

H 29.5 in W 18.5 in D 17 in
"FF02" Dining Chair w Arms and Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture
Located in Roxboro, NC
simplest form, the chair is lightweight - both visually and physically. The bent wood back cradles the
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

"FF02" Dining Chair w Arms and Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture
"FF02" Dining Chair w Arms and Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture

"FF02" Dining Chair w Arms and Paper cord Seat by Stokes Furniture

H 31 in W 20.5 in D 18 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 12 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
We offer a set of 12 authentic Pierre Jeanneret dining chairs (we offer 6, 10 or 12 too). Normally
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 12 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 12 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 12 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Paris, FR
a shell shaped seat and back upholstered with a beautifully patinated black leather. With a label
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s
Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s

Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s

H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Rare Pair of Loungers by Fredrik Kayser, Model No 860 for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Easy Chair (1965) and the high-backed 965 Lounge Chair (1960s). Kayser passed away at the premature
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Rare Pair of Loungers by Fredrik Kayser, Model No 860 for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk
Rare Pair of Loungers by Fredrik Kayser, Model No 860 for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk

Rare Pair of Loungers by Fredrik Kayser, Model No 860 for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk

H 27.17 in W 32.68 in D 28.75 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
armrests sit low, therefore opening the seat, the chair still has the impression of hugging the sitter. The
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s

H 29.14 in W 27.96 in D 29.14 in
Very Rare Fully Restored Howard & Son's Walnut Wingback Armchair Regency Stripe
By Howard and Sons
Located in GB
please send me your postcode This armchair has been on a journey, it has been stripped back to the
Category

Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Very Rare Fully Restored Howard & Son's Walnut Wingback Armchair Regency Stripe
Very Rare Fully Restored Howard & Son's Walnut Wingback Armchair Regency Stripe

Very Rare Fully Restored Howard & Son's Walnut Wingback Armchair Regency Stripe

H 45.87 in W 31.7 in D 32.88 in
Large Tobey Ceramic Signed American Southwestern Modern Buffalo Sculpture
By Tobey
Located in Forney, TX
to buffalo's back. Open panels revealing red glazed interior add depth and dimension, raised and
Category

Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Large Tobey Ceramic Signed American Southwestern Modern Buffalo Sculpture
Large Tobey Ceramic Signed American Southwestern Modern Buffalo Sculpture

Large Tobey Ceramic Signed American Southwestern Modern Buffalo Sculpture

H 21 in W 21.5 in D 12 in
"Man with Bicycle" Male Nude, Back View, Watercolors, Black and White
By Artis Lane
Located in Detroit, MI
continues its intrigue with the face looking towards the left while a Renaissance style mask at the back of
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

"Man with Bicycle" Male Nude, Back View, Watercolors, Black and White
"Man with Bicycle" Male Nude, Back View, Watercolors, Black and White

Artis Lane
"Man with Bicycle" Male Nude, Back View, Watercolors, Black and White

H 32.5 in W 26.5 in
Iconic Mid-centuryp pair High Back Chairs by SAC, Giò Ponti style, All originals
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
All Originals "Chiavarine" iconic pair high back chairs by S.A.C, Giò Ponti style, with woven
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Mahogany

Iconic Mid-centuryp pair High Back Chairs by SAC, Giò Ponti style, All originals
Iconic Mid-centuryp pair High Back Chairs by SAC, Giò Ponti style, All originals

Iconic Mid-centuryp pair High Back Chairs by SAC, Giò Ponti style, All originals

H 45.28 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
RARE ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SONS BRIDGEWATER ARMCHAIR WITH KILIM UPHOLSTERY
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
Howard and Son's armchairs and sofas listed under my other items. This is a rare chair, it is the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

RARE ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SONS BRIDGEWATER ARMCHAIR WITH KILIM UPHOLSTERY
RARE ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SONS BRIDGEWATER ARMCHAIR WITH KILIM UPHOLSTERY

RARE ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SONS BRIDGEWATER ARMCHAIR WITH KILIM UPHOLSTERY

H 33.86 in W 29.53 in D 37.8 in
PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S BRIDGEWATER MODEL EASY ARMCHAiRS WITH FULL STAMPED LEGS
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
stamped on the back legs Howard Chairs LTD London England, the are modern versions made within the last
Category

20th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S BRIDGEWATER MODEL EASY ARMCHAiRS WITH FULL STAMPED LEGS
PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S BRIDGEWATER MODEL EASY ARMCHAiRS WITH FULL STAMPED LEGS

PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S BRIDGEWATER MODEL EASY ARMCHAiRS WITH FULL STAMPED LEGS

H 35.04 in W 28.75 in D 40.95 in
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    A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
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    The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
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    Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
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